Lü Xuewei wasn't a naive and innocent girl in the true sense. She appeared innocent and naive, but she was actually quite shrewd. It was impossible for her not to understand Ji Fengzhu's words; she just maintained a blank and guileless expression.
She tilted her head slightly, biting her knife and fork, chewing on the fragrant steak in her mouth, and mumbled, "Isn't the Lü family's business for my brother? Although he's sick, I believe he'll get better."
In any case, I am an innocent, simple, lively and lovely girl. How could I do something so scheming by myself? Of course, I should ask someone else to do it for me.
He was originally worried about how to get Ji Fengzhu to help him, but unexpectedly, the other party delivered himself to his door. It was truly a stroke of luck.
“Xiang Song is my good friend, and of course I hope he can get better, but he has been lying in bed for more than a month. Auntie’s health is also getting worse. Xuewei, don’t you want to share Auntie’s burden?” Ji Fengzhu put down the knife and fork in his hand and stared at Lü Xuewei’s face without blinking, making her blush and her heart race.
"As your future son-in-law, I feel so sorry for you, Auntie, looking so pale and weak. I'm sure you, Xuewei, your own daughter, feel even more sorry for her!" He said this with great certainty, but little did he know that one of his words directly stung Lü Xuewei's heart.
My biological daughter? I'm not Lü Wuyou's biological daughter. Since she's not his biological daughter anyway, why should I care whether she lives or dies? It would be best if she were dead right now.
Although she cursed viciously in her heart, she did not show it on her face. Lu Xuewei put down her knife and fork, clasped her hands together nervously, and said hesitantly, "Of course I feel sorry for my mother, but she obviously prefers my brother and Jiaqi more. I... I'm afraid my mother doesn't approve of me. Although I study business administration and Jiaqi only studies Chinese language and literature, my mother doesn't want me to get involved in the company's affairs. She's afraid I'll ruin things."
The more she spoke, the more her voice trembled with tears. Lü Xuewei pouted, revealing a wronged expression, as if she had been treated unfairly but dared not speak out.
"Hmm... If this is Mother's wish, I will not go against her. With my abilities, I can do something for you, Fengzhu. Believe me, as long as I take good care of my brother and Mother, Mother will see my sincerity."
As she spoke, Lü Xuewei clenched her fists, the unwavering light in her eyes impossible to ignore. This strong and resilient demeanor completely resonated with Ji Fengzhu, who reached out and took Lü Xuewei's delicate hand, gently caressing the warmth of her fingertips.
"Xuewei, I believe in your abilities, and I believe even more that you can gain your aunt's approval. No matter what others think, I will always stand behind you and support you. These are special times, and your aunt has no one to help her. You are the best choice."
Whether out of affection or self-interest, bringing Lü Xuewei into the company was the best option. Sitting beside Lü Xuewei, Lü Xiangsong could immediately see the burgeoning ambition in Ji Fengzhu's eyes. Turning her head, she knew Lü Xuewei was also feigning ignorance; although well-concealed, some subtle signs still betrayed her.
These two people are completely different from what I imagined.
Lu Xuewei's eyes flickered, and suddenly an idea came to her. She pursed her lips, her expression hesitant. Ji Fengzhu took the bait and asked, "Xuewei, just say what you want to say. We're engaged, what can't we talk about?"
Lu Xuewei's eyes reddened, and tears slid down her cheeks, wetting her face. She looked pitiful, like a pear blossom in the rain. "I'm sorry, Brother Fengzhu, I lied to you."
The sight of a beautiful woman with tears in her eyes is already extremely beautiful. Lü Xuewei is not only beautiful but also the woman he loves. How could Ji Fengzhu not think about the so-called deception and interests? All of that was thrown to the back of his mind. He only wanted to soothe the sorrow of the beauty in front of him and bring her joy.
"Xuewei, don't be sad. No matter what you did, I will forgive you. I hope you won't cry anymore." Taking out a wet wipe to wipe away her tears, Ji Fengzhu's expression softened, and her eyes revealed undisguised affection.
To an uninformed person witnessing this scene, they would likely exclaim that the couple was a perfect match, a picture of beauty. But Lu Xiangsong, who knew the truth, only felt it was hypocrisy; the two, one feigning affection and the other being insincere, were a truly perfect couple.
“Brother Fengzhu, actually I am not my mother’s daughter. I am an adopted daughter of the Lü family, so no matter how hard I try, my mother will not let me work in the Lü family’s company or get involved in the Lü family’s finances. If you are not willing to get engaged to me, I will never make things difficult for you.”
Turning her head away from Ji Fengzhu's hand, Lü Xuewei hastily wiped away her tears, bit her lip, picked up her bag, and prepared to leave.
"Xuewei, how could you think like that? The person I truly love is you, not your status as a member of the Lü family!" Ji Fengzhu couldn't let him leave, so he reached out and grabbed her, pulling her into his arms and clinging to her for another while.
"Brother Fengzhu, I'm so sad. No matter how hard I try, I can't get Mom's approval. Is it just because of blood ties? I'm so scared... so scared that you'll leave me too. Sometimes I think, if Jiaqi didn't exist, I would be the only daughter of the Lü family. Am I being despicable and ugly like this..."
Lu Xuewei buried her head in Ji Fengzhu's arms and burst into tears, her delicate body trembling uncontrollably, like a drifting catkin falling in the wind.
"No, Xuewei is a good girl." Ji Fengzhu gently patted the top of Lü Xuewei's head with his large, kind hand, his tone incredibly gentle. He gently placed his chin on Lü Xuewei's head, trying to soften her with his gentleness.
"Xuewei, don't worry, I won't make you sad. You just need to be a little princess, and the knights will take care of everything else for you."
The man's gentle voice floated into her ears, and Lu Xuewei's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile. She knew that her pleading would soften his heart.
The fact that she wasn't Lü Wuyou's biological daughter would inevitably be found out; after all, no secret can stay hidden forever. Moreover, he could clearly sense Lü Wuyou's indifference towards him, and sooner or later it would be discovered.
Rather than being exposed and humiliated, it's better to confess early and take the opportunity to find another ally. Why not?
Lu Xiangsong, who witnessed all of this, felt a chill run down his spine. Lu Xuewei had even used her own beloved; the depth of her scheming was unimaginable. If Shiji Fengzhu knew all this, one wonders what he would think. As her older brother, he had already developed a strong sense of wariness towards this woman, but unfortunately, there was nothing he could do.
They have clearly formed an alliance. Ji Fengzhu may already be plotting how to harm her mother and sister. What should she do?
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