Zi Xi followed half a step behind him, wearing a floral dress, her hair neatly combed back, revealing her smooth forehead and calm eyes.
The birthday gift she held in her hands was a "Hundred Longevity Characters" embroidered by herself. One hundred longevity characters of different shapes were embroidered on the white brocade with neat silk thread, the stitches were fine and even, and the colors were elegant.
It's obvious at a glance that a great deal of effort and time was put into it.
Zi Xi stepped forward, bowed to Uncle Lu Ran, and presented him with a birthday gift.
"Thank you for your thoughtfulness. This gift is very valuable."
When Lu Zhenguo saw the "Hundred Longevity Characters" painting, a rare gentleness appeared on his usually serious face, and he nodded.
This preciousness doesn't refer to monetary value, but rather to the profound sentiment and craftsmanship involved.
"I'm glad you like it, Uncle."
Zi Xi bowed slightly and spoke with a smile.
After a few drinks, some distant relatives started to talk more.
Emboldened by a bit of alcohol, the aunt glanced back and forth between the unassuming Shen Zixi and the flamboyant Shen Yurong, her voice laced with sarcasm, before she deliberately raised her voice to launch her attack.
"Oh dear, Lu Ran's wife, today is supposed to be a family banquet for the Lu family, so why did you bring your sister along?"
"Speaking of which, your sister is much more resourceful. Look at her attire and her style. You're too quiet. You should learn from your sister. A woman should know how to plan for herself..."
Everyone present could hear the harshness and disdain in his words.
Zi Xi paused, her hand holding the teacup still calm, without saying a word, her mind blank.
Even if they have legs, how could she possibly stop them from attending the banquet?
Besides, the banquet wasn't just for members of the Lu family. What is that aunt barking at?
"Oh dear, Auntie, please don't say that. My sister has a good temperament and is very reliable!"
Shen Yurong, who was listening from the side, was secretly pleased, but on the surface she pretended to be annoyed.
Just then, Lu Ran, who had been sitting in the corner as if indifferent to everything around him, suddenly made a move.
He didn't slam his hand on the table or shout at people; he simply slammed his wine glass onto the table with a light touch.
"Who do you think you are? My wife is Lu Ran's wife. When did it become your place to talk nonsense?"
Lu Ran didn't even look up at his aunt; his eyelids drooped, and his tone carried an unquestionable arrogance.
There was no reasoning or argument, only the male lead's overwhelming protectiveness.
The woman's face flushed red instantly. She opened her mouth as if to retort, but under the intimidating aura emanating from Lu Ran even without raising his head, she couldn't utter a single word. In the end, she lowered her head in embarrassment.
This is just for loading cargo.
Zi Xi rolled her eyes.
Shen Yurong's smile froze completely.
Looking at Lu Ran's nonchalant yet fatally attractive demeanor, and then at Zhou Qingjian beside her who, despite being dressed in a suit, was still quite ugly, she felt a mix of emotions.
And why would he speak up for that bitch? He should have been indifferent like he was in his previous life!
A bitter, jealous, and resentful feeling surged within me.
Is Lu Ran different in this life?
But Shen Yurong quickly came to her senses; Zhou Qingjian was the one she could rely on for the rest of her life.
Besides, something bad will happen to the Lu family soon.
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