Gu Nanjiao didn't linger and followed her out. Lu Yanzhao was left alone in the back room, bewildered in the wind.
Today's opening was bustling and lively, and Mr. Gu and Mrs. Lu were so busy that they naturally had no idea what was happening in the back room.
Lu Siniang dragged Liu Meihua around handing out flyers. When they returned, they saw two men with extraordinary bearing, like immortals, standing at the door. However, the one on the right had a chillingly cold gaze.
Hey, isn't that Gu Nanjiao's handsome young man?
So willingly acting as a door god, the other person doesn't seem to be someone Gu Nanjiao invited. Both of them have a scholarly air about them, so they must be classmates.
She was a little curious about how Gu Nanjiao had managed to persuade her husband.
Inside the store, Bai Luochen handed the gift to Gu Nanjiao and said with a light laugh, "Little sister Gu, we've been working together for so long, and you're treating me like an outsider. I didn't even know about such a big event as the opening. I don't know how I can help you."
The way Gu Nanjiao was addressed as "Sister Gu" gave her goosebumps. Looking at the rather heavy gift in her hand, she could only politely say, "Oh dear, you've been quite busy lately, I didn't dare to bother you. You just came, and even brought a gift."
"It's just a small token of my appreciation."
"We're busy today due to the large number of customers, so please forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality!"
After exchanging pleasantries, the two then complimented each other.
However, Lu Yanzhao interpreted it in a completely different way.
Gu Nanjiao was actually smiling so happily at that pretty boy.
She had never smiled at him like that before.
Bai Luochen exchanged a smile with Lu Yanzhao, his eyes carrying a hint of provocation.
Thinking of the rumors circulating in the village, Bai Luochen inwardly spat at Lu Yanzhao.
He's all looks and no substance, all he does is study. He couldn't bear to leave such a beautiful and capable woman to live a life of widowhood.
If looks could really kill, these two would probably have already fought eight hundred rounds.
Outside the shop, Lu Yanzhao's face was almost frozen, and he clenched his fists tightly.
Lin Ji winked at Lu Yanzhao: "Hey, look, look, that guy's eyes are glued to your wife. In broad daylight, under the clear sky, can you really stand it?"
Lu Yanzhao gave him a cold look, and Lin Ji's expression changed. He obediently shut his mouth.
...
The store was crowded, so Gu Nanjiao exchanged a few pleasantries with Bai Luochen before leaving.
Bai Luochen approached Lu Yanzhao, waving his jade fan, glanced down at his lower body, and then left with a complicated expression.
It's such a pity; what's the use of studying so well?
“Young Master Bai, let’s talk.” Lu Yanzhao’s expression changed, and he placed his hand on Bai Luochen’s shoulder, his fingers applying slight pressure.
Bai Luochen nimbly dodged, and teased, "What are we talking about?"
"Go to the grove in the back!" Lu Yanzhao stared straight at Bai Luochen. He wanted to teach this pretty boy a lesson, but today was Gu Nanjiao's opening day, and there were huge crowds. He didn't want to cause a scene and anger her.
"The grove?" Bai Luochen's expression changed slightly. He covered his chest with both hands, took two steps back, and looked on warily.
This guy has left Gu Nanjiao alone in her room until now; could he be a homosexual? Or perhaps he's not impotent, but just uninterested in women?
Seeing his reaction, Lu Yanzhao's face turned cold and dark as he sneered, "Don't worry, even if I were gay, I wouldn't be interested in you!"
...
In the front hall, Lü Siniang and Gu's father helped with the accounts, while Cuihong and Juzi helped clear the plates. Liu Shi and another young woman helped write the menus; their sons were both educated and had learned quite a few characters. The other three women acted as waitresses. The fast-moving young man mainly handled takeout orders. In the kitchen, the elderly men and women helped with washing dishes and doing odd jobs.
Gu Nanjiao and Lu's mother acted as the head chefs, with others helping out. The two of them were only responsible for frying, stir-frying, and boiling, so it wasn't too tiring.
It was only the first day of opening, so things were a bit hectic. Besides modern food and drinks, there was one thing missing: alcoholic beverages.
Lu's mother said that Yanzhao liked to tinker with alcohol when he was a child and was quite interested in brewing. However, he gave up this hobby after starting school.
I wanted to ask him for help, but considering the autumn exams, I gave up the idea.
There weren't many takeout orders today, so the four young men, having some free time, helped Cuihong Juzi tidy up.
As noon approached, most of the diners had left.
Gu Nanjiao and Lu's mother washed their hands and sat down to rest.
Gu Nanjiao gulped down a bowl of chilled plum juice; it was so refreshing and satisfying!
Mrs. Lu frowned and said, "Jiaojiao, don't drink so much ice. You'll suffer when your period comes!"
Gu Nanjiao, who was about to have a second bowl, paused and said, "Okay, I understand."
The original owner of this body experiences severe menstrual cramps every time she gets her period, so she should listen to advice and drink less to avoid suffering later.
Lin Ji, sweating profusely, searched for Gu Nanjiao and saw Lu Xiaomei playing with ants in the back room. He asked, "Where is your sister-in-law?"
Lu Xiaomei stood up: "In the kitchen? What's wrong?"
Lin Ji didn't have time to say more and hurriedly ran to the back kitchen.
Upon seeing Lu's mother, Lin Ji was stunned for a moment, then said to Gu Nanjiao with a look of anxiety, "Lu... Lu Yanzhao went into the woods with that young man in white."
Gu Nanjiao frowned: "What did you say?"
Before she could finish speaking, Madam Lu nearly choked on her breath. She tremblingly grabbed Lin Ji's hand and asked, "Who was he with in the grove? A young master?"
Good heavens, what a terrible thing to do!
No wonder her son has been reluctant to consummate the marriage with Gu Nanjiao.
She assumed that Lu Yanzhao didn't like Gu Nanjiao, but recently he had shown some affection for her, so she thought he cared about his wife.
Unexpectedly, he went into the woods with a man.
Mother Lu clutched her chest, heartbroken, and looked at Lin Ji: "Is it really a man?"
Lin Ji nodded seriously: "It's that young man in white, the one with the fan!"
Gaa!
Lu's mother stopped imagining things. The white-robed young man with the fan—wasn't that the gigolo who was trying to steal her boyfriend?
Every time Lu Yanzhao mentions his clenched teeth, it's clear he wants to tear him apart.
Even if her son likes men, he would never like that pretty boy.
She probably went into the grove because she couldn't stand the pretty boy coming to see her daughter-in-law, so she went to teach him a lesson.
With a vivid imagination, Lu's mother sighed and said to Lin Ji, "It's alright, let him be."
Lin Ji gave Lu's mother a complicated look: "Auntie, you're really optimistic!"
"By the way, Jiaojiao, you don't need to worry about them..." When Lu's mother turned to talk to Gu Nanjiao, she realized that Gu Nanjiao had disappeared at some point.
Good heavens, I hope my daughter-in-law won't misunderstand that there's something going on between the two of them.
Gu Nanjiao certainly wouldn't misunderstand; she was not blind to the affection in Lu Yanzhao's eyes.
She heard that Bai Luochen had arrived, and his cold gaze could freeze her to death.
This guy is incredibly reserved; he clearly likes her, but he just won't say it.
If Lu Yanzhao didn't say anything, Gu Nanjiao pretended not to understand.
What if Lu Yanzhao meets a better woman after high school and dumps her, then says viciously, "I told you long ago I don't like you, and never will. You're the one who shamelessly clung to me."
The thought of this scene sent a chill down Gu Nanjiao's spine.
She has no intention of repeating the path the original owner of this body walked. She will never chase after a man in this lifetime.
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