Chapter 6 Chapter 6 “Did you ever think you would be in this day?…
The corridor wall lamp stretched their shadows into long, distorted shapes. Pei Shuyu, like a butterfly trapped in a spider's web, took a few steps forward before being finally stopped by the invisible threads. A faint chuckle echoed from behind him, and without even turning around, he could imagine someone's expression.
Lu Hean lowered his eyes, with a half-smile on his face: "What's wrong?"
The tone of the question, which seemed to be deliberately asking to see him in such a state of disarray, was as if Pei Shuyu sighed helplessly, a hint of fatigue in his voice. "This is my first time here and I don't know the way. I'd like to trouble Colonel Lu to lead the way."
"I thought Captain Pei was walking so fast because he knew the way." Lu Hean tilted his head and teased, his words full of playfulness. He looked nothing like the "calm and steady" person described in the military archives; it was clear that even his young master's temper had not yet shed.
Pei Shuyu gently pressed his knuckles against his throbbing temples, secretly thinking that perhaps he should write a letter to the military, suggesting a review of Colonel Keynes's assessment. He stepped aside, his tone aloof and restrained, "Excuse me."
The two of them, one in front and one behind, stopped in front of a black private room door, led by Lu He'an. Lu He'an knocked lightly, and the moment the door opened, a luxurious atmosphere and two pairs of eyes rushed in. President Lu, sitting in the main seat, glanced at Pei Shuyu, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes, but soon regained his composure and took a sip of his teacup.
Next to him, the omega pouring tea. Pei Shuyu stared at him for a few seconds, and a corner of his memory was revealed - this omega was Lu Hean's marriage partner whom he had secretly watched three years ago?!
The air in the box seemed to be gripped by an invisible hand, making it hard to breathe.
Pei Shuyu suddenly turned to look at Lu Hean beside him. He looked calm, not a bit surprised or flustered. All the shock and confusion turned into a complex expression on Pei Shuyu's face.
This clearly looked like a carefully planned Hongmen Banquet. Lu Hean brought him here for some reason, and he always felt that Lu Hean was hiding something from him.
Pei Shuyu tugged at Lu Hean's sleeve, drawing his attention a little. He whispered, "What on earth do you want to do? Is this what you call simply having a meal?"
Lu Hean turned his head, as if he didn't hear clearly, and looked puzzled: "What did you say?"
Pei Shuyu sighed. He couldn't remember how many times he sighed tonight. He let go of Lu Hean's sleeve and said, "If you didn't hear it, forget it."
The two's little actions naturally did not escape President Lu's attention. President Lu elegantly placed the teacup on the table, tapped the surface with his fingertips, and spoke with the majesty of a superior: "He An, you are becoming more and more unruly. I called you here today to discuss your marriage with Zhishi. Three years have passed, and it's time for you to start a family. The wedding date is set on..."
Pei Shuyu followed President Lu's gaze and found that his name was Qiao Zhishi.
Before President Lu could finish his words, he was interrupted by Lu Hean.
Lu Hean stood in front of him, blocking the other person's gaze without leaving any trace.
"Father, wait a moment."
After saying that, Lu Hean pulled Pei Shuyu out of the box. Perhaps he couldn't hear what he said next.
Pei Shuyu struggled a few times, but was no match for the other party's strength. His arm was gripped so hard that it hurt. "What on earth do you want to do?! Lu Hean!"
Pei Shuyu looked at the man in front of him. From the moment they met until now, he couldn't understand anything Lu Hean had done. In response to his questioning, Lu Hean only said, "Stay here and wait for me to come out." He then turned and went back into the room, leaving Pei Shuyu outside the door, full of confusion and irritation.
Did this guy bring him here just to show off that he's getting married?
In the private room, President Lu looked at his son, who had returned, a sneer curling his lips. "Lu He'an." President Lu slammed his teacup on the table and stood up. "Don't forget what you promised me."
"I haven't forgotten." Lu He'an leaned against the door and spoke slowly: "Father, you are so anxious. Is it because the next election is about to begin? Dad's support alone is not enough, so you also need the support of the Qiao family. But besides this engagement, I also have other ways to help you secure this position."
The words were spoken lightly, as if discussing tomorrow's weather. These words not only startled President Lu, but also made Qiao Zhishi's hands tremble slightly, and his head droop even lower. If there was a hole, Qiao Zhishi would probably hide in it.
However, Lu Hean's next sentence was more like a thunderbolt thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirring up thousands of waves.
Lu Hean said calmly: "So I want to cancel the engagement."
"Ding ding dong—" Qiao Zhishi's porcelain cup suddenly fell to the ground, and the crisp sound of shattering echoed in the box. He looked at Lu Hean with a pale face. President Lu glanced at him and said in a light tone: "Zhishi, you go back first."
After the door of the box closed again, President Lu said, "Go on."
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Pei Shuyu was getting increasingly anxious as he waited outside, his head banging against the wall. Hearing the sound of porcelain breaking inside, he wanted to rush in and see what was going on. Finally hearing the door open, he thought it was Lu Hean coming out, but he quickly looked up and saw it was Qiao Zhishi.
When Qiao Zhishi saw Pei Shuyu, his eyes flickered and his pace quickened. Although Pei Shuyu was confused, he still wanted to know what was going on inside.
"Mr. Qiao!" Pei Shuyu chased after him and shouted.
Qiao Zhishi stopped, his eyes red. He quickly stepped forward, his voice tearing up: "Can you please not show up in front of He An? You two A's can't be together. He An wants to spend his whole life with me. We are already engaged..."
Pei Shuyu had seen Lu Hean cry, but he had never seen an omega cry. He was at a loss for words, not knowing how to comfort him. "I'm sorry, it was really an accident." He paused, probably thinking no one would believe him if he told the truth, but he still had to defend himself. "I just wanted to eat..."
"Aren't you curious about what we talked about in there?" Qiao Zhishi's question pierced Pei Shuyu's heart like a thorn.
"We have discussed the details of the wedding. When He An and I really hold our wedding, if Captain Pei doesn't mind, He An and I will send an invitation to Sai Fan. Everyone can come and have a drink together."
After saying this, Qiao Zhishi turned and left, leaving Pei Shuyu standing there alone.
After an unknown amount of time, the door to the box opened again. As soon as Lu Hean came out, he noticed Pei Shuyu leaning against the wall. He raised his lips nonchalantly, "Captain Pei, are you trying to pick a fight with me? Ugh!"
Before he could finish his words, Pei Shuyu had already grabbed Lu Hean's tie and dragged him into the empty bathroom. Before Lu Hean could say anything more, Pei Shuyu raised his hand and slapped him. The crisp sound echoed in the small space, and the scent of cedar pheromones mixed with the smell of rust filled the air.
"What on earth do you want to do?" Pei Shuyu's voice was cold.
Lu Hean's head tilted sideways from the slap, a muffled groan escaping his throat. He pressed the tip of his tongue against his numb cheek, and he nonchalantly made a "tsk" sound, a dark tide surging beneath his drooping eyelashes. "Captain Pei, what are you doing?"
Pei Shuyu stared at the red mark gradually appearing on the other person's left cheek, his anger still lingering: "Lu Hean, why didn't I realize you were such a person before." His voice trembled, and he didn't even notice that the ending sounded like crumpled paper.
Lu Hean slowly wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth with his thumb, and the scarlet spread on his fingertips.
After a long time, he suddenly laughed.
"Such a person? Tell me, what kind of person am I?"
Pei Shuyu shook off his hand and took a half step back, snorting coldly: "We have finished our meal now, Colonel Lu. I will take my leave first, please do as you please." After saying this, he did not need Lu Hean's consent. He walked sideways past Lu Hean, but unexpectedly bumped into Lu Hean's arm that blocked him.
"What did Qiao Zhishi tell you?"
Lu Hean's voice fell close to his ear.
Pei Shuyu thought he would ask the reason for the slap and explain why he was dragged to the Hongmen Banquet.
He clenched his fists, digging his nails into his palms. "Does it matter what he said? You brought me here today to embarrass me because I was the one who broke up with you first, so you're getting revenge on me, right?"
The two of them have already discussed their wedding date! If the young master of the Qiao family thought he was here to interfere, how could the arrogant people of the Qiao family let him go so easily?
Maybe it will even affect Sevan.
He still wants to become some kind of bullshit ally with Lu Hean, go to hell!
"Revenge you?" Lu Hean suddenly grabbed Pei Shuyu's wrist and pressed it against the wall with such force that it seemed as if he wanted to crush his bones.
The distance between them suddenly shrank, so close that Pei Shuyu could see the emotions surging in his eyes, dark like the night before a storm.
"Captain Pei is truly clever." Lu Hean's breath clung to his face, each word laced with gnashing satisfaction. "Three years ago, you broke up without a second thought and threw me away like a dog. Did you really think I could swallow that? Did you ever imagine you'd end up like this?"
“…”
"Pei Shuyu, the best is yet to come."
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