When Lai Dajiang returned to Qian Duoduo's house full of hope, he was shocked to find the entire house empty and devoid of any human presence. A nameless rage surged within him, and in a fit of fury, he kicked the tightly closed door hard. However, to his utter surprise, this kick triggered the alarm device hidden behind the door!
In an instant, a sharp, piercing, and deafening alarm blared through the sky, as if it would puncture eardrums. The sudden, loud noise startled Lai Dajiang, making him tremble and his heart nearly leap out of his throat. At the same time, a commotion arose in the adjacent courtyard, and then two figures slowly emerged.
These two men were tall and muscular, exuding an invisible pressure. Their eyes were sharp as knives, staring straight at Lai Dajiang, their gazes seemingly able to pierce through his soul.
Lai Dajiang was startled by the two sharp gazes and involuntarily took a step back. He thought to himself, "This is bad!" He slowly retreated, and once he felt a safe distance, he turned and ran towards his car, which was parked not far away. As soon as he got in, he frantically started the engine and sped away, disappearing without a trace in the blink of an eye.
Meanwhile, Mr. and Mrs. Lu had a completely new experience in their lives—traveling in their son's car. For the elderly couple who had lived in the county town all their lives, this was unprecedented! Sitting in the comfortable and spacious car, they felt both excited and delighted.
Along the way, the Lu couple excitedly looked around, touching and exploring everything in the car with great curiosity. They were also filled with anticipation for their upcoming trip to Shenzhen, wondering what surprises and experiences this unfamiliar city would bring. After a long drive, they finally arrived at their destination—Shenzhen.
After getting off the bus, Qian Duoduo had things to do, so she could only arrange for Peng Fei to lead Lu's parents to a five-star hotel under the Wanmao Group to check in.
Looking at the towering buildings and bustling crowds in front of them, Mr. and Mrs. Lu, who were initially excited, began to feel uneasy. In particular, the thought of staying in such a luxurious hotel made them even more anxious about the cost and worried about the money in their pockets.
Watching Peng Fei check in, Lu's mother pulled Liu Yuan aside and whispered, "Daughter-in-law, it will cost us a lot of money to stay here for one night. Didn't you see that it says on the wall that it costs 500 yuan per night?"
Liu Yuan wasn't entirely sure herself, but trusting Qian Duoduo, she patted Lu's mother's hand and said, "Since Duoduo arranged for us to stay here, there must be a reason. I'll ask Duoduo about it later."
Lu's mother nodded, her heart pounding as she watched Peng Fei walk over with the room key. She had no choice but to follow him inside.
When she saw the room, she gasped in surprise. It was a suite with two bedrooms. Peng Fei inserted the room card into the door and said, "Uncle Lu, Aunt Lu, you two can stay in this room with Lu Heng. Comrade Lu and his wife can stay in the room next door."
Lu's mother nodded repeatedly, replying, "Okay, okay." Her bewildered and clueless expression made Liu Yuan smile. After all, this luxurious hotel cost a whopping 500 yuan a night—this woman named Qian Duoduo was certainly generous! No wonder she was called "Qian Duoduo" (meaning "Lots of Money")!
Filled with trepidation and unease, the group rested briefly. Just then, a crisp knock sounded at the door, and Mr. Lu quickly got up to open it. When he saw that it was Qian Duoduo standing outside, his face instantly lit up with a warm smile, and he hurriedly welcomed her into the house.
As soon as Lu's mother saw Qian Duoduo, she immediately smiled and said, "Oh dear, Duoduo, you've really gone to so much trouble for us this time! You even arranged such a high-class room for us. Actually, we could have just used any guesthouse like the ones you see in Guangzhou!" Her words were full of gratitude, but also revealed a hint of being flattered.
Meanwhile, Lu Heng stood obediently to the side, his big eyes fixed on Qian Duoduo. This was the aunt who had the ability to bring him here! His parents had mentioned her; she was quite an extraordinary person! Thinking of this, Lu Heng felt even more curious and respectful towards Qian Duoduo.
Qian Duoduo said with a smile, "Let's go to the mall downstairs and have a meal. Let's also try the seafood in Shenzhen, which is completely different from the dim sum in Guangzhou."
The Lu family, basically following the host's lead, followed Qian Duoduo and entered the elevator again.
Lu Jinghuai stood quietly in the elevator, his gaze involuntarily drawn to the advertisements and shopping guides for Wanmao Commercial Plaza posted on the elevator walls. The vibrant colors, exquisite designs, and detailed, thoughtful shopping instructions seemed to transport him to a completely new world.
At that moment, he truly felt the impact of this emerging city. Everything he saw was so new and unique, completely different from his familiar hometown. It was full of modern atmosphere, with skyscrapers standing side by side, streets bustling with traffic, and people hurrying by, yet exuding confidence and vitality.
Lu Jinghuai felt as if he had entered a dreamlike fairyland. As the elevator slowly arrived at the first floor and the doors gently opened, he was once again stunned by the magnificent hall before him. The spacious and bright space, the dazzling lights, and the mirror-like floor all made him feel as if he were in a dream.
"This place seems really nice!" he murmured to himself, once again marveling at the charm of this young city. Afterwards, they walked out of the building and, with a slight left turn, arrived at a huge revolving door.
As the crowd filed in and passed through the revolving door, the bustling and noisy atmosphere inside immediately overwhelmed them, leaving everyone speechless. The mall was teeming with people, a cacophony of sounds creating a vibrant and lively scene. Mr. and Mrs. Lu exchanged a glance, their faces showing disbelief; they clearly hadn't expected this so-called department store to be so bustling and noisy.
However, only Lu Heng's eyes shone with curiosity and longing. He excitedly looked around, filled with affection for this unfamiliar yet captivating place. In his eyes, this city was like a treasure trove containing endless riches, waiting for him to explore and discover.
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