Cheng Keke paused, looking at Lu You's expressionless face, and continued, "My parents mean that they hope you can stay away from my brother. After all, you two are from different worlds, and forcing yourselves to be together won't lead to anything. Of course, if you need any compensation..."
"Are you done talking?" Lu You finally interrupted.
Her voice was calm and even, but those who knew her well knew that this was the calm before the storm.
Lu You's hands, resting on her knees, had nails digging slightly into her palms.
Cheng Keke felt a little guilty because of her calmness, but she still forced herself to say, "Speak, I'm done. I'm doing this for your own good."
"For my own good?"
Lu You chuckled softly, but there was no warmth in her laughter.
She stared at him coldly.
“Miss Cheng, firstly, your brother and I are just friends; there’s no question of one of us distancing ourselves from the other. Secondly…”
Her gaze suddenly turned cold as she coldly swept over Cheng Keke: "Before you care about others, take care of yourself first. My brother Lu Rang already has a fiancée, and they are very much in love. Some unrealistic fantasies."
Cheng Keke's smile vanished; she clearly hadn't expected her to bring this up.
"I advise you to face reality as soon as possible, don't make a fool of yourself, and don't embarrass your brother."
Cheng Keke's thoughts were exposed, and she blushed instantly, feeling both ashamed and angry.
"You... what nonsense are you talking about! Who has any fantasies about him!"
"I have other things to do, so I won't see you out." Lu You stood up and directly gave the order to leave, exuding an aura of authority.
Cheng Ke was intimidated by her cold aura and dared not say anything more. She snorted and turned to leave.
Not long after the person left, Lu You's doorbell rang again.
She thought it was Cheng Keke returning, and opened the door irritably, only to find it was Cheng Zhou.
Cheng Zhou looked anxious and guilty.
"Sister You, I'm so sorry! I just found out that Coco came to see you! Did she say something nasty? She's been spoiled by her family and doesn't think before she speaks, so please don't take it to heart."
Shortly after, Shang Wu also came to visit Lu You, bringing some fruit and snacks, and they happened to meet at the door.
The three entered the house, and Lu You irritably repeated what Cheng Keke had just said.
Upon hearing this, Shang Wu frowned deeply: "Cheng Zhou, your sister is too..."
She couldn't find the right words for a moment, and just felt pretty upset.
Just as Lu You was escaping the pressure of an arranged marriage, her suitor's family started causing trouble again, and they even started eyeing her younger brother.
Cheng Zhou was so angry that his face turned pale, and he felt extremely embarrassed.
"I'm sorry, Sister You, Awu. I'll definitely talk to her properly when I get back! I'll also talk to my parents. How could they do this!"
Seeing Cheng Zhou sweating profusely with anxiety, Lu You's anger subsided somewhat.
But more than anything, it's a feeling of powerlessness.
She waved her hand, her voice weary: "It's none of your business, I'm just feeling a bit annoyed."
Seeing the lingering irritation between Lu You's brows, Shang Wu felt uneasy as well.
She sat down next to Lu You and gently put her arm around her shoulder.
"Sister You, don't get angry over that spoiled little girl. It's not worth it. If she dares to come again next time, just give her a piece of your mind."
Shang Wu looked at Cheng Zhou: "Tell her that you are not only friends with her brother, but you may also become her sister-in-law in the future. Tell her to show some respect, and see what she can say then?"
Cheng Zhou smiled and immediately gave her a thumbs up, indicating that she was a good friend.
He chimed in, "Awu is right! Don't take my sister's words to heart. She's just a spoiled brat from home, she doesn't know any better and speaks without thinking. On behalf of her and my parents, I sincerely apologize to you. I'm sorry."
Cheng Zhou's attitude was sincere, even somewhat humble.
However, her explanation that she was just a child and that she was immature did not comfort Lu You at all.
She abruptly raised her head, staring coldly at Cheng Zhou.
"Immature? Cheng Zhou, she's over twenty, not two. Doesn't she have basic respect and manners?"
"Apologize on behalf of your parents? Ha, your family thinks I'm too old and have too many complicated experiences, and that I'm not good enough for the prestigious Cheng family. Is it really just a simple matter of apologizing?"
"Or is that what you really think?"
As Lu Youyue spoke, he became increasingly angry, and all the pressure and humiliation he had accumulated over the past few days erupted at Cheng Zhou.
She jumped up.
"Since your whole family is so opposed to me and thinks I'm a nuisance, what are you doing here? Are you here to laugh at me? Or to show your sympathy?"
Lu You stood up.
"Cheng Zhou, stay away from me. I don't want to see you again. Also, please keep your family in check and stop bothering my life."
The color drained from Cheng Zhou's face instantly, and his eyes changed from anxious to incredulous and hurt.
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