Chapter 45 If she were an imposter of Shen Rong? Then...
Children actually know right from wrong and have their own ways of expressing gratitude.
On Sunday, when classes were suspended, Da Mao and Er Mao sneaked out early in the morning and didn't return until noon, their trousers rolled up and carrying several fish.
She showed it to Shen Rong like a treasure.
"Madam, they say this is the freshest fish since the river opened up, so my brother and I went to the river to catch some for you!"
Aunt Zhang also smiled happily.
Shen Rong was actually happy inside, but she put on a stern face: "Just the two of you went?"
Da Mao and Er Mao were at a loss. Why did their wife seem unhappy? Didn't their mother say that their wife was pregnant and had a sweet tooth, and would smile whenever she heard about delicious food?
"You guys are really brave! What if you fell into the river?"
Although the weather has warmed up, the river has only just thawed.
"My brother and I can swim, please don't be angry, ma'am." Da Mao said weakly, looking like he had done something wrong.
Shen Rong: "I'm glad you thought of me, but you're still young, and the riverbank is too dangerous. What if something happens to you? I'd rather not eat this."
Zhang Ma explained from the side, "Madam, they're used to being wild, and they often go down to the river."
Shen Rong turned around and scolded Zhang Ma as well.
“Zhang Ma, I also need to say something to you. They're still young, what do they know? You parents need to be more careful. Is this place the same as back home? It's May now, the ice in the river is just melting, the water is freezing to the bone. If they fall in, how will they be able to swim?”
Zhang Ma lowered her head after being scolded: "Madam, I was foolish."
Seeing that they had all realized their mistakes, she had achieved her goal.
Shen Rong put on a smile and went to fiddle with the fish.
"Then let's have fish for lunch today," she said to Zhang Ma, her eyes gleaming as she swallowed.
"Madam, I'll bring my father next time, then you won't be angry anymore, right?" Er Mao was smarter than his brother and mother, and he even saw the loophole in Shen Rong's words.
Shen Rong nodded: "It's fine if an adult accompanies you."
***
The aroma of fish filled the air, and Chen Rong inhaled deeply, glancing towards the kitchen several times.
Aunt Zhang found it amusing: "Does it smell that good? Madam seems to have never eaten fish before."
"I think Da Mao is right, this fish must be delicious." Shen Rong took two more sips, she was really craving it.
Gui Chun let her answer the phone in the living room, saying it was her uncle calling.
Shen Rong slowly walked over, and as soon as he called out "Big Brother," the other side unleashed a barrage of attacks.
"You little ingrate, it's been so long since you called home."
Shen Rong protested, "I just spoke to my parents on the phone the day before yesterday." She denied the accusation.
"So your brother isn't family, so you only call your parents and not your brother, right?"
Shen Rong chuckled: "Then when I called home you weren't home. Mom said you were busy finding me a sister-in-law."
Shen Jiashi's momentum immediately deflated: "Don't mention it, your older brother broke up with his girlfriend."
Luckily, Shen Rong managed to cover her mouth and stop laughing in time.
He tried to sound somber: "Oh, I see. My condolences."
"What are you saying?" Shen Jiashi was getting anxious. Was this something to mourn? The woman he loved wasn't dead.
Shen Rong immediately changed her words: "No, I mean out with the old, in with the new. Goodbye is goodbye, the next one will be better."
Shen Jiashi was amused: "Where did you learn all these strange and weird words? You're so glib and smooth-talking. No wonder Lu Lin fell into your hands."
What? Lu Lin is being stubborn. She still hasn't won him over. Besides, Lu Lin doesn't fall for her old, tired jokes at all.
"Why are you calling?" Shen Rong asked him.
Shen Jiashi got down to business: "I'm going to Bincheng in a few days. I'll ask you if there's anything you need to bring back. I'm different from you; I have a sister in my heart."
Shen Rong's voice rose eight octaves: "Really? Then I want..." She rattled off a whole bunch of things, mostly about food.
Shen Jiashi gasped, feeling a pang of pain: "Are you trying to empty your brother's savings? No way, I'll have to deduct it from the money you earn."
She immediately grasped the key point: "How much did you earn?"
Shen Jiashi snorted arrogantly, putting on airs. Who told his sister to look at him with suspicion before?
***
Shen Rong was overjoyed to receive such a windfall, and she even chased after Lu Lin outside the shower room to show off.
"Do you know what? It's double!" It hasn't been that long. If she had known, she should have given him all her money to invest back then.
Lu Lin took a shower faster than ever before, because he was really worried that Shen Rong would be too excited and push the door open.
"Didn't you ever think about what would happen if the investment failed and you put all your money into it?" Lu Lin opened the door, his clothes still damp, and pushed her into the living room. He only felt safe when she was wrapped up tightly.
These words were like a wake-up call. Shen Rong slapped his forehead, reminding himself not to let greed cloud his judgment.
"You're right. Stocks are risky, so invest with caution. Don't put all your eggs in one basket."
Lu Lin chuckled; those words weren't entirely wrong.
"Oh, by the way, my brother is in Bincheng on a business trip, and I've asked him to stay at our place temporarily. You don't mind, do you?" She remembered her important matter.
Lu Lin nodded: "You are the lady of the house, so you are in charge."
"Do you remember my friend Wen Zhongda?" he asked, bringing up another matter.
Shen Rong nodded, deeply impressed.
“He also came to Bincheng for work, and I’d like to invite him to my home for dinner tomorrow.”
Shen Rong revealed eight fine teeth in his signature smile: "You're the master of the house, so I'll do whatever you say."
***
Wen Zhongda is a meticulous person; he even brought a bouquet of flowers. He also heard that Shen Rong has recently been fond of eating fruit, so he somehow managed to get a fruit basket and brought it over.
"Mr. Wen, you're too kind." Shen Rong was a little embarrassed, swallowing hard as she looked at the tempting strawberries.
She hadn't had this in so long.
Wen Zhongda smiled and glanced at Lu Lin: "I'm glad my sister-in-law likes it."
He had originally planned to send some local specialties from Pingcheng, and considering that she was pregnant, he specially prepared some extra tonics. However, Lu Lin rejected the idea, saying that she didn't like to eat these things and that tonics shouldn't be taken indiscriminately.
Then, casually, she mentioned that she's recently been enjoying eating fruit, especially fresh fruit that's hard to find in the market.
What else could Wen Zhongda not understand?
We begged and pleaded with countless people to get this basketful.
Fortunately, the effect was good, and the homeowner liked it very much; their smiles became more genuine.
Knowing that guests were coming, Zhang Ma did her best to prepare a table of delicious dishes, which moved Wen Zhongda deeply.
He was a bachelor living in the hospital dormitory, eating the canteen food every day. He hadn't had such delicious food in many days.
Shen Rong could empathize with her, as she had also eaten in the cafeteria.
“Then come often when you have time. Lu Lin is busy and rarely eats at home. Zhang Ma always feels that she hasn’t been able to use all her skills. She will definitely be happy if you come to eat.”
Wen Zhongda glanced at Lu Lin and saw that he remained unmoved, not even blinking, clearly indicating that he was not welcome.
Did you even ask for this meal yourself?
"Sister-in-law, let's forget about it. Lu Lin doesn't really welcome me."
Shen Rong looked over and saw Lu Lin glaring at Wen Zhongda, then stomped on his foot hard.
How did you treat the guests? Did you have any manners?
She had eaten so many strawberries today, and she was in a position to feel indebted to others for their generosity. She absolutely could not tolerate Lu Lin's attitude towards their distinguished guest.
"Ignore him, he's not important. Just come over next time and tell Zhang Ma what you want to eat." Shen Rong glared at Lu Lin.
Seeing Lu Lin get the short end of the stick, Wen Zhongda felt a surge of satisfaction.
"It seems your sister-in-law is still in charge at home. Lu Lin, you have no objections?"
Lu Lin felt the foot pressing down on his instep. He endured the pain, his teeth clenching coldly, and said stiffly, "Welcome!"
Wen Zhongda, undeterred by the height of the stage, blew the wind around himself, much to Lu Lin's chagrin, while Lu Lin himself thoroughly enjoyed the spectacle.
When Lu Lin finally gets his comeuppance, he deserves it; he'll be the one who bullies him all the time.
After dinner, Shen Rong left them alone and went upstairs to her room to study, while Lu Lin and Wen Zhongda went to the study instead.
The door closed gently, and Lu Lin looked at Wen Zhongda: "How was it?"
Wen Zhongda stopped smiling and his expression became serious.
“I also think your guess is correct. She has complete logical thinking ability, no sense of confusion at all, and her emotional expression is orderly and controllable. These all match what Professor Steven said, so it should not be dissociative identity disorder.”
Wen Zhongda said apologetically, "I'm sorry, Lu Lin. It seems I misled you. When I told Professor Steven about what you said, he thought it wasn't a personality disorder. He said that no patient can stably control a personality to appear for a long time and integrate it into their current life without any incongruity. He said it's impossible. Usually, people with personality disorders are extremely unstable and are prone to losing control, confusion, and emotional outbursts, accompanied by breakdowns and irritability. Their daily behavior will also be contradictory, and their lives will be a mess."
It's obvious that Shen Rong doesn't fit any of these criteria.
Lu Lin was already prepared: "It's not your fault; you only provided an idea."
If it's not a disease, then there's only one other possibility left?
Wen Zhongda asked with some concern, "If she's an imposter of Shen Rong, then who is she?"
Most importantly, which side sent her? What is her purpose?
Will Lu Lin be in danger? He had also heard that nowadays, spies from all sides would stop at nothing to complete their missions, and had no bottom line.
Wen Zhongda asked him, "What are you planning to do?"
It must be a difficult situation for him, since the wife might be fake, but the child is definitely his!
Lu Lin rubbed his forehead; he had asked himself this question countless times.
"I don't know what her purpose is, and she doesn't seem to be after me."
His expression was stern, and he turned to his friend, instructing him, "Keep this to yourself."
"You...you're planning to hold back?"
Lu Lin nodded; this was the best solution.
He couldn't find the real Shen Rong. If he rashly exposed her, how would everything end? It would be better to keep her by his side and act according to the circumstances.
"Can you really be so heartless?" Wen Zhongda's question made Lu Lin feel a void in his heart.
The intimate interaction between the couple at the dinner table just now didn't seem like an act. He could tell that Lu Lin at least had some affection for this wife. He was sure he would be ruthless enough to make a move on her.
Moreover, the bond between the two goes beyond just feelings; they also have a child.
Could Lu Lin really have caught the child's mother?
Lu Lin glared at him with a dark expression: "I have my own plans."
If she shows no abnormalities, he can naturally protect her.
Even if she does something in the future, he is confident that he can protect her!
"Alright, it's good that you know what's going on. Don't worry, no one else knows about this except me." Wen Zhongda patted his shoulder.
Thank you.
Wen Zhongda asked again, "Didn't you find out anything about her background?"
He knew about his friend's methods. After spending so much time together, how could he not have noticed anything?
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