Chapter 27 You really are an exceptionally good husband...
In the study, Lu Lin poured tea for his father, and the two discussed the situation in Bincheng.
"Should I write you a few letters?"
Lu's father also had several classmates and friends in the four northeastern provinces who were doing quite well. If he wrote a letter, they would at least give him some face.
The situation is complicated now, and Bincheng is probably quite lively. It's hard to say whether my son can stabilize the situation if he goes there.
"No need for now, with my senior brother looking after me, nothing will go wrong."
Mr. Lu nodded. His son's senior was a fellow townsman he met while studying in the United States. He was a year ahead of him and also an outstanding graduate of West Point.
Now he serves as an advisor to General Dou, and it was he who recommended his son to go to Bincheng.
"Then pick a few people from your home to go over there."
Lu Lin shook his head: "No." He wasn't going there to cause trouble; bringing people along would only make people suspicious.
"What are the arrangements for the Shen family?"
To be honest, Mr. Lu is somewhat dissatisfied with his daughter-in-law, but because of the relationship between the two families and the fact that she has a child, he can tolerate that dissatisfaction.
But the incident she caused earlier made Mr. Lu feel that this daughter-in-law was indeed not suitable for his son, and that she would drag his future down.
"Why not let her stay home to rest during her pregnancy, and let your mother take care of her?" Keeping her at home will give your son peace of mind while he works outside, and I doubt the Shen family will have any objections.
Lu Lin remained silent for a moment, but still refused.
"I'll keep it with me and watch over it."
Mr. Lu stared at him with a deep frown: "Now that you two are about to become parents, you should think more about the big picture and your family. Don't even think about divorce."
"If you're not satisfied with her, you can separate after the baby is born. As long as things don't get too ugly, neither set of parents will say anything."
This is the biggest concession they can make.
"Did you hear what I said?" Seeing his son lower his head and remain silent, Mr. Lu knew that his son had his own ideas.
Sure enough, Lu Lin looked up and said, "Father, let's handle this matter between us."
Mr. Lu was not happy, but his son was grown up and had to stand on his own, so he could only suppress the urge to discipline him.
"If you really want a divorce, you don't need to come back."
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Back in the room, Shen Rong was still awake, waiting for news.
"So, is Dad going to scold me?"
I hope they won't punish her by making her copy some family rules or precepts. That's how it's portrayed on TV. That won't do. Her handwriting isn't good enough yet, she'll give herself away.
“Your father said you have too impetuous a temper and told me to temper it.”
"How do I press?" She bit her lip nervously, hoping it wouldn't be what she thought.
Lu Lin suppressed a smile: "I haven't thought of it yet. I'll tell you when I do."
A suspended sentence meant there was still room for redemption, and she breathed a sigh of relief.
"Actually, there's no need to trouble you, Li. I've already reflected deeply on this. Don't worry, I will definitely control my temper and cultivate my character from now on. Starting tomorrow, I will read more books to refine my temperament."
Lu Lin hummed in agreement, turned his head away, and almost burst out laughing.
He told Shen Rong that he would be returning the day after tomorrow.
Shen Rong was a little reluctant to leave. Actually, this place was quite fun, with beautiful scenery and harmonious family life.
"Then you'll stay here?" Lu Lin deliberately tested her.
Shen Rong immediately cut off any lingering feelings, her face resolute: "But I want to be with you even more. Wherever you go, that's where our home is. Home is my harbor. These are just scenery along the way."
He spoke without batting an eye, as if it were the truth.
The next day.
She was just about to go find Lu Xuan and the others to enjoy an afternoon tea when someone came to report that she had guests.
guest?
She wondered if she knew anyone else here.
Upon seeing the person who arrived, she was somewhat surprised, but it also seemed to make sense.
"Mrs. Lu, I'm so sorry to bother you." Cao Jingyi said politely.
"Miss Cao, please don't be so polite. Did you need something from me?" Shen Rong asked her to sit down and ordered tea and refreshments to be served.
Cao Jingyi was a little embarrassed. She took a sip of tea before speaking: "Yesterday when I saw Mrs. Lu, I got a little excited and couldn't control my emotions. I came here today specifically to apologize to you."
She chuckled awkwardly, "Mrs. Lu probably hasn't heard him mention me. I'm Wenbai's wife..." She paused, then said with a hint of disappointment, "No, I'm his ex-wife."
Her smile held a hint of bitterness: "I've heard your name for a long time. A few months ago, he wrote home to tell his parents that he was getting married again and introduced you to them. He said you two love each other very much and have endless things to talk about. You are each other's soulmates."
She pulled out a handkerchief to wipe away her tears, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
Shen Rong looked at her calmly, without showing the emotions Cao Jingyi had expected.
Suddenly she felt relieved. It seemed that she was right. Shen Rong didn't love him as much as Kang Wenbai said.
"You came to see me today just to say this?" Shen Rong asked her, his expression somewhat displeased.
Cao Jingyi clenched her handkerchief, somewhat embarrassed: "Yes, I just wanted to tell you a few things from my heart, and about what happened yesterday. I'm sorry, I was hostile towards you. After all, I think anyone would feel the same way I do, worried that the child will encounter an unkind stepmother..."
Shen Rong nodded: "It's alright, I understand how you feel. Actually, I know what you're going to say, Ms. Cao. You can rest assured that Mr. Kang and I don't have the kind of relationship you're thinking of. My husband and I have a very good relationship and have no intention of getting a divorce. So, I think what you heard was a misunderstanding."
"I understand. I knew he was just being delusional when I saw you and your husband together yesterday," Cao Jingyi said with a gentle smile.
What kind of family is the Lu family? As long as Shen Rong isn't stupid, she would never abandon Lu Lin.
Besides, she had observed him carefully yesterday. Lu Lin was very considerate to his wife and cared about everything. Madam Lu also liked this daughter-in-law very much. It was impossible for a woman who had cheated on her husband to be liked so much by the Lu family.
“That’s just the kind of person he is, always chasing after some kind of love. This isn’t the first time. Before, when he was studying abroad, he met a woman, and when he came back, he wanted a divorce. In the end, we divorced, and that woman didn’t want him either.” Cao Jingyi’s tone was laced with sarcasm.
That tone, full of longing and sorrow, sounds like she still has feelings for him!
However, it's not good to be too forward with someone you don't know well, so Shen Rong just smiled awkwardly.
Cao Jingyi recounted some of her past with Kang Wenbai. Shen Rong could tell that she wanted to completely dispel her lingering feelings for Kang Wenbai, but it was all for naught.
Even without all this, she wouldn't want Kang Wenbai because of that dream, let alone all this other nonsense.
Getting entangled with him will be fatal.
She, Shen Rong, cherishes her life the most; she would never do such a thing.
Seeing that she was truly not interested in Kang Wenbai, Cao Jingyi finally felt relieved and left.
That evening, Lu Lin heard that Cao Jingyi had come to visit, and he became curious about what the two had talked about.
Shen Rong was afraid that he would find out too much, so she brushed it off with a few words.
Lu Lin, being sensible, didn't ask any more questions, which surprised Shen Rong.
The next morning, they headed to the station early in the morning with their bags and packages.
After a full day and night, they returned to Pingcheng.
Lu Lin was in charge of putting away the luggage, while Shen Rong lay on the sofa like an empress dowager, as if she were the one who was tired.
What should we eat tonight?
Since Aunt Zhang hadn't returned yet, he naturally took over the cooking; she definitely wouldn't be able to stomach Gui Chun's cooking.
After thinking for a moment, Shen Rong made a conscientious decision: "Let's just buy something to eat outside. We're too tired after sitting in the car all the way."
The main problem was that she had no appetite and couldn't think of anything to eat.
Lu Lin nodded and gave Gui Chun some money to buy some food outside.
Shen Rong seemed to remember something, called out to Gui Chun, and took out a red envelope from her handbag: "Here's a lucky money gift for your start of work."
Gui Chun was pleasantly surprised: "Thank you, Madam." Then, realizing what she was doing, she added, "Thank you, Sir."
After Guichun left, he asked casually out of curiosity, "Where is this custom from?"
Shen Rong paused for a moment, then her eyes darted around: "It's in the south. My cousin told me that bosses there usually give out red envelopes after the New Year to bring good luck. Didn't you know? Your cousin didn't tell you."
"You brothers have such a cold relationship."
He clicked his tongue a few times, picked up his bag, went upstairs, and slipped away.
Lu Lin shook his head and smiled helplessly. He really should call his cousin in the south.
After dinner, Shen Rong received a call from Hu Peifang, inviting her to go out for coffee the next day.
How did you know I was back?
Hu Peifang said with a coquettish smile from across the room, "My old lady ran into your Guichun when she went out to buy things. She found out you're back today. Do you want to go shopping tomorrow?"
Shen Rong turned to look at Lu Lin.
Lu Lin was reading the newspaper and didn't even look up: "Go if you want to."
"Then go ahead."
After hanging up the phone, Shen Rong went upstairs to wash up. After washing up, she was doing her skincare routine in front of the vanity mirror when Lu Lin came in.
She looked at him through the mirror, and it seemed a little strange.
Shouldn't he be sleeping downstairs? How come he's used to sleeping in a room at his hometown, and now he's planning to sleep on the floor here?
When Lu Lin placed the money in front of her, Shen Rong felt a little guilty. How could she have thought of him like that? It would have been right for him to sleep in her bed.
Who told him to be so generous and give him the money?
The smile on her face was impossible to hide.
"Where did this come from?" Isn't it not payday yet?
Lu Lin stood with his hands in his pockets, looking as cool as a domineering CEO.
"This is what your father gave you before he left. You can keep it."
How could I possibly accept this?
Despite saying that, he obediently took it.
I estimate it to be around three or four hundred yuan.
"Give it all to me, aren't you going to keep some for yourself?" she said politely.
That greedy look was unbearable to watch, and his question was so insincere.
"Do you have enough money for tomorrow?"
That's enough!
Shen Rong realized that his earlier statement that she could go whenever she wanted was a misunderstanding that she was short of money.
What a huge misunderstanding, but she likes it!
Lu Lin turned around and prepared to go downstairs.
Shen Rong called out to him, wrapped her arms around his waist from behind, and gave him a tight hug: "Lu Lin, you really are an exceptionally good husband."
That was all she wanted to say in a simple way.
Lu Lin awkwardly broke free from her and pretended to be calm as he left the room.
After confirming that she wouldn't come downstairs, Lu Lin dialed Fu Cunwen's number.
He was very happy to receive a call from his cousin.
"You finally remembered me. When are you leaving for Bincheng?" Fu Cunwen asked with concern.
Lu Lin said he would set off after the Lantern Festival, and asked him how everything was going in the south.
Fu Cunwen sighed: "I don't know how much longer I can do this?" He lowered his voice: "You know that the master is seriously ill now, and the Guangfu has established a new marshal. The situation is not good. I think this negotiation will not have any results. I heard that the conversation between the Northeast King and the master did not go smoothly. You should be more careful when you go to Bincheng."
Lu Lin: "I know, cousin, don't worry too much, things will always turn around."
The two chatted about the current situation, and at the end, Lu Lin asked with some curiosity, "I heard that you guys were giving out lucky money when you started work, did my cousin get some too?"
Fu Cunwen laughed and said, "I got it. This is a unique custom in Guangzhou. There aren't many. How come you all know about it?" He thought his wife had gone back to show off and it had reached his cousin's ears.
Lu Lin then inquired about his cousin-in-law, Fu Cunwen sighed, and began to speak ill of his wife: "When she first came, she said she was lonely and couldn't communicate with people, so she called her family every day. Before the New Year, she went out to buy New Year's goods and met several ladies. Now she's become obsessed with playing cards and never leaves the card table, which saves me money on phone bills, plus..." He was a little embarrassed, "Last time, because she was too talkative and told others about your affairs, she hasn't been able to contact you these days."
Lu Lin chuckled and said, "You and your sister-in-law don't need to blame yourselves. This was something that couldn't be kept secret anyway."
Fu Cunwen asked him, "What about your agreement?"
Lu Lin asked, "Let's talk about it later."
Seeing that he had softened his tone, Fu Cunwen took the opportunity to earnestly advise him: "Young couples grow old together, so just make do with what you can manage. Look at me and your cousin-in-law, we used to feel like we couldn't make it together and had nothing to say to each other. But if you pay more attention to her world, how could a couple not have anything to say to each other? Their world is quite lovely too."
Lu Lin's face relaxed for a moment, and thinking of Shen Rong, he suddenly smiled.
Her world? He seems to know absolutely nothing about it.
After hanging up the phone, he thought for a moment and then called Feng Qing, asking him to do him a favor and find two people from Guangzhou to borrow for a while.
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