Chapter 124 Poaching
"Brother Lu, have some tea."
Jiang Min had long forgotten the grease on the chair and plopped down next to Lu Mingzheng, speaking in a sweet voice.
Lu Mingzheng frowned and politely declined.
Jiang Min's heart was pounding wildly. Although she was hosting the dinner in this unassuming restaurant, she had witnessed the arrogance of wealthy young men before.
All those people combined didn't have Lu Mingzheng's noble bearing, she asked, feigning curiosity.
"Brother Lu, what do you do?"
Jiang Zhengyu was busy discussing the menu with Jiang Ruzhen and didn't notice the strange atmosphere at the dinner table at all.
When his daughter asked, he explained with considerable pride.
"Your Uncle Lu is quite remarkable. Not only is his family a wealthy family in the south, but he himself was also a top-level pilot in the Air Force and even served as a major general. He only retired to run the family business after he was injured and could no longer fly."
Don't be shy, everyone. It's a rare opportunity to rip him off, so order the expensive stuff.
Jiang Ruzhen smiled as she looked at her elder brother. She knew that her brother was saving face for her and testing Lu Mingzheng's sincerity.
She smiled as she watched Lu Mingzheng respond without saying a word.
Lu Mingzheng subtly moved the chair closer to Jiang Ruzhen, then put his arm around her shoulder and laughed.
"Okay, brother and sister-in-law, order whatever you like. Ah Zhen is treating today, I'll pay."
Lu Mingzheng's meaning was very clear: he had obviously a close relationship with Jiang Ruzhen, which was why he paid for the meal.
Jiang Zhengyu smiled with satisfaction, while Bai Hua stared in shock at the intimate glances exchanged between Lu Mingzheng and Jiang Ruzhen, cursing them inwardly.
When did Jiang Ruzhen, that vixen, manage to seduce such a good man?
Why did we receive even the slightest hint beforehand?
Is it because they're afraid their poor relatives will borrow money that they're keeping it so secret?
"Jiang Ruzhen, what a clever trick!" Bai Hua praised sarcastically, a mocking smile curving his lips.
If it weren't for the fact that she also had Li Yu by her side, whose wealth and demeanor were no less than Lu Mingzheng's, Bai Hua would definitely be green with envy today.
Jiang Ruzhen knew that Bai Hua was jealous of her and had no intention of reconciling with her, so she pretended not to understand and asked in return.
"Likewise, isn't it a clever move for my sister-in-law to marry my brother?"
"You..." Bai Hua knew that the little tricks she had used back then could only fool Jiang Zhengyu, not Jiang's parents, and not even her teenage sister-in-law.
Fortunately, her family saw that she was sincerely trying to make a living with Jiang Zhengyu, so they didn't hold it against her.
She had something to hide, so naturally she lacked confidence.
Just as the two were exchanging words, the dishes they had ordered started to be served one after another. Jiang Zhengyu, fearing an awkward atmosphere, hurriedly invited everyone to eat.
Seeing Lu Mingzheng constantly serving food to Jiang Ruzhen, Jiang Min felt a surge of jealousy.
Why is it that old woman can find such an outstanding man as Lu Mingzheng? Why can't she, who is young and beautiful, find such a wealthy and considerate man?
"Brother Lu, I want to eat those braised prawns, could you get me a few?"
She shifted her chair and pressed herself against him, acting coquettishly and softly, her chest almost touching Lu Mingzheng's arm.
Lu Mingzheng jumped up. "Ah Zhen, I'll go to the car and get you some water."
Jiang Min's gaze followed Lu Mingzheng's retreating figure with fascination until he walked out the door, at which point she still craned her neck to look back with reluctance.
Even the most oblivious Jiang Ruzhen could see through her niece's thoughts at this moment.
Her brows were furrowed tightly, and her fingers gripping the chopsticks were so hard they turned white.
“Xiaomin, that’s your Uncle Lu, don’t call him that, you’re from different generations.” Jiang Zhengyu corrected him righteously.
Jiang Min replied lazily, "Brother Lu is so young, he looks only two or three years younger than me. I can't bring myself to call him uncle."
Bai Hua chimed in with a mocking laugh, "That's right, Lu is so young, I don't know how my little sister could bring herself to do it."
"It really is an old cow eating young grass!"
"Bai Hua, how can you talk like that? My sister is naturally beautiful, she's more than a match for a twenty-year-old man." Jiang Zhengyu originally wanted his wife and younger sister to mend their relationship.
Before his younger sister could say anything, his wife started being sarcastic again, which made him really angry.
"Dad, please stop joking. You're making my stomach hurt. My aunt is just a self-employed woman and a mother of four. Although she's not bad looking, can she compare to a young and energetic girl like me?"
Lu's family is rich and powerful, what could he possibly want from his aunt? Is it her nearing retirement age? Her having given birth? Or her approaching menopause?
He's just playing around with my aunt. When it comes to real marriage, he'll still want to find a young and beautiful girl. If my aunt listens to me, she should give up on Brother Lu as soon as possible, otherwise people will say she's overestimating herself and become a laughingstock.
Bai Hua felt that her daughter was absolutely right. Xiao Lu was just playing around with Jiang Ruzhen. If he were to really get married, he would definitely choose a young, unmarried woman like her daughter.
Who would be foolish enough to seriously date a middle-aged woman who is married, penniless, and powerless, and has a haggard appearance? Not everyone has a special fetish like Li Yu.
How many good deeds and virtues must she have done to meet a wealthy young man who is truly devoted to her? What makes Jiang Ruzhen so special?
"Jiang Ruzhen, it's not that I'm criticizing you, but you're almost a grandmother. Instead of spending your time looking after your two sons, you should find them wives and have them have a few children."
You should just stay home and take care of your grandson. Why are you even thinking about finding a man?
By the time your hair turns gray, Lu will still be in his prime, able to find any young girl he wants. Who would be truly devoted to you for life? Don't be foolish.
"Enough! Whose side are you two on, mother and daughter? Do you think it's easy for my little sister to find a satisfactory man? It's one thing if you don't offer your blessings, but why are you throwing cold water on her? Do you have any family like this?"
Jiang Zhengyu slammed his hand on the table, stood up, and roared in anger, unable to contain himself any longer.
Bai Hua and Jiang Min were both startled. Jiang Zhengyu usually had a very good temper and would almost always grant their requests.
They had never seen him scold them like that in public before, and for a moment they dared not say another word.
"hehe..."
A cold laugh broke the tense atmosphere between the three, and Jiang Ruzhen raised her eyes to look at Jiang Min with icy eyes.
"So what if I'm self-employed? So what if I'm a mother? So what if I'm going through menopause? I'm not good enough for Lu Mingzheng, but do you think you are?"
You're lazy and don't know anything about farming. How much money have you earned in your life? What contributions have you made to society? You've never had a child, so can you guarantee you're still a virgin?
Jiang Min, I advise you to stop with your scheming. Trying to steal your own aunt's husband—do you even have any humanity?
Hearing Jiang Ruzhen's blunt and unpolite words, Jiang Zhengyu was completely taken aback.
He suddenly turned to look at Jiang Min, "Is what your aunt said true? Jiang Min, what do you mean? You really have a crush on Lu Mingzheng?"
Jiang Min was extremely embarrassed and angry at Jiang Ruzhen's sarcasm, and a surge of jealousy rose to her head.
"So what if I'm interested in Brother Lu? Why does my aunt deserve such an outstanding man? I'm younger than her, and I have more to offer."
If Brother Lu is just playing around with Auntie, why can't I seize this opportunity to marry into a wealthy family? I'm doing this for my family, for Dad's future..."
A crisp "slap" sounded.
Jiang Min covered her face in shock and looked at Jiang Zhengyu, "Dad, you hit me? You hit me for an outsider?"
"What outsider? That's your own aunt." Jiang Zhengyu's eyes were red, and he was trembling with anger. He pointed at Jiang Min, who showed no remorse.
"You unfilial daughter! How could I have given birth to such a confused, disobedient, and unfilial beast? You should apologize to your aunt right now."
"No, I did nothing wrong..." Jiang Min shouted frantically.
Bai Hua rushed forward and hugged her daughter, then turned around and roared at Jiang Zhengyu, "Jiang Zhengyu, you coward! All you do is bully us, mother and daughter! If you're so capable, go out and earn some money. What kind of man hits us?"
It's better to let our daughter have a good son-in-law like Xiao Lu, rather than letting him go to an outsider.
My daughter is right. If her aunt had any conscience, she would have backed out voluntarily and not ruined Xiaomin's bright future.
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