Chapter 63 What a perfect time to gain favor and play the role of a virtuous wife...
Shen Jiashi laughed, patting his chest: "Also, your brother will always support you. At least I'll do better than the Chen brothers. If Lu Lin treats you badly in the future, and you can't let go like Cao Jingyi, I'll definitely knock Lu Lin out and tie him up so he can never leave you again."
"Whatever my daughter Rong wants, I will make sure you get it."
Shen Rong was both touched and amused, and covered his face with a hot handkerchief: "Thank you so much, I'm so touched."
"However, Lu Lin is a scoundrel..." This statement sounds rather strange.
"Lu Lin is a person..." That doesn't seem quite right either.
"Let's forget about kidnapping people." Forget it, just stating our position is enough; let's not get hung up on whether it's a person or an object.
Shen Jiashi pulled down his handkerchief and glanced at her sideways: "Why?"
Shen Rong glanced at the person at the stairwell and said in a deliberately sinister tone, "Why don't we just break his legs and make sure he can't run away?"
Shen Jiashi gasped. So ruthless!
From the moment Lu Lin heard that Shen Jiashi was going to kidnap someone, then that he was a scoundrel, and then that they were going to break his legs, the two siblings showed him no mercy whatsoever.
He couldn't take his anger out on his wife, so he could only vent his anger on Shen Jiashi, kicking his foot and asking, "Can you walk? If you can walk, go to sleep. What are you doing, acting so drunk?"
"Is Lu You asleep?" Shen Rong asked, having just escorted Lu You upstairs.
Lu Lin nodded: "My sister-in-law is taking care of her."
Seeing that Shen Jiashi struggled for a long time without getting up, Lu Lin picked him up and took him upstairs. Shen Jiashi was still restless and kept struggling.
When they got to the second floor, Lu Lin opened the door and threw him onto the bed roughly.
"Lu Lin, if you treat me like this, I'll have my sister break your legs."
Lu Lin chuckled and closed the door.
Shen Rong came up and was about to go in to check on him when Lu Lin stopped her, saying, "No need to check, he's asleep."
“I just heard his voice.”
Lu Lin led her to the room: "He's talking in his sleep. He drank a lot of alcohol, and the room reeks of it. You can't stand it."
These words made Shen Rong back down.
"How much did you drink?" How come he's so sober?
"I can hold my liquor well."
Why is there a hint of smugness in her words?
Lu Lin went to the bathroom to wash up. When he came out, Shen Rong was already asleep. He dried his hair, quietly got into bed, and Shen Rong, sensing the movement, turned around and hugged him.
These days she's gotten used to using Lu Lin as a human-shaped body pillow.
Lu Lin didn't dare move his arm. He turned his head to look at her sleeping face and couldn't help but smile.
"Whoever is a scoundrel, I'll break their legs." He gently pinched her nose, then released it guiltily when he saw her frown.
He placed his other hand behind his head. If life could continue to be this warm and cozy, it would be quite nice, but alas…
He frowned slightly. It was a pity that in this world, peace was a luxury. They were too close to the flames of war. He didn't know how long this peace could last, or how long he could protect his little family.
Lu Lin turned to look at Shen Rong and quietly took her hand in his.
***
Shen Jiashi boarded the train with large and small bags, all of which Shen Rong wanted to take back. Among them were gifts for the Lu family elders. Since Lu You wouldn't be returning for the time being, Shen Jiashi was to take these prepared items back with him.
"You all go back. If anything happens, call or send a telegram," he instructed his sister.
He looked at Shen Rong's belly and said with some concern, "Why don't we have your mother come to Bincheng to take care of you?"
Shen Rong shook her head: "Forget it, it gets cold here early, she won't be used to it, and besides, she still has to take care of Dad."
Lu Lin came over carrying a watermelon, and Shen Rong waved to him.
"Why are you bringing this? We have plenty back home." Shen Jiashi asked, puzzled.
Shen Rong patted the watermelon, making a popping sound: "Here's some food for your journey. It's hot in the car, this will help you cool down."
This was something he hadn't expected: "My sister still loves me the most."
He hurriedly took it and then instructed Lu Lin, "My sister is about to give birth, and you're busy. I think you should hire another nanny."
Lu Lin nodded: "I know."
The train was about to depart, and Shen Jiashi leaned out and waved to them.
"Go back quickly, the sun is strong."
Shen Rong, heavily pregnant, chased after him for a few steps, feeling on the verge of tears.
"I'm a little reluctant to part with him." She started missing him as soon as he left, but when he was around, she felt a bit annoyed.
Lu Lin didn't say anything, but silently handed her an ice pop.
Shen Rong stuffed it into her mouth before realizing what was happening: "Why didn't you buy one for my brother?"
Lu Lin: "This is the only one left."
He didn't dare take it out because Shen Jiashi was capable of fighting with his sister for food.
Shen Rong chuckled.
On the way back, Shen Rong asked him to stop at the photo studio.
Lu Lin thought she was developing the photos from Longquan Temple, but he was stunned when she took them out.
Shen Rong looked at him smugly.
"Where do you think I should hang it? How about in the living room?"
Lu Lin was unusually flustered and quickly took the photo, saying, "This photo is not dignified. We should keep it in the room. People will laugh at us if they see it."
Shen Rong glanced at him: "Who's not being dignified?"
Lu Lin's lips twitched twice, then he deflated.
Shen Rong found it amusing and looked down at him: "Who told you to laugh at me secretly? Now you feel that your laughter doesn't suit your image."
Lu Lin pushed her head away, put his arm around her, and walked out: "It can only be placed in the room, it can't be hung up."
Shen Rong gritted her teeth; she refused and insisted on hanging it up.
***
At 10 p.m., a car stopped outside the Lu Mansion. Uncle Zhang carried Lu Lin's suitcase to the back of the car, and Wen Congjian got out of the car to greet Shen Rong.
"Is Senior Brother coming along too?"
Wen Congjian is just like his name suggests; he gives people the feeling of being gentle and refined, with a gentle smile always on his face.
"I'll take Tianming to the station."
Lu Lin explained in a low voice, "My senior brother just returned from out of town."
It seems a bit unethical to send someone on another business trip right after returning from one, huh? Chen Rong chuckled awkwardly.
"Senior brother, I'm entrusting my family to you."
Wen Congjian patted him on the shoulder: "Don't worry, I'll take care of your wife. Go early and come back early, and be careful out there. Be tactful sometimes. Don't go along with the young marshal too much."
He whispered his instructions, just as he would to his own brother.
Lu Lin nodded: "I understand."
Wen Congjian got into the car, and Lu Lin looked down at Shen Rong, fixing her hair: "Behave yourself at home. If you have any trouble, remember to go to your senior brother."
Shen Rong rolled her eyes slightly: "I've always been very honest."
Honestly, how could she say such a thing? She's only been in Bincheng for a few months, and she's already offended countless people.
"If there's nothing else going on, try to avoid going to the Marshal's Mansion." Ma Langhua has been getting very close to that Japanese woman named Sachiko lately, and coincidentally, she has offended both of them severely. Who knows if they might be up to something bad.
She's heavily pregnant now, and he's not around, so she's always a little worried.
If possible, I really want to keep her at home.
"Your senior brother is urging you." Shen Rong didn't want to listen to his nagging anymore, so she didn't think about her own good points.
"Go back now, watch out for the steps."
Lu Lin opened the car door and got in. The car started, and Shen Rong couldn't help but follow a few steps.
Thinking she had something else to say, the driver braked, and Lu Lin leaned out of the window to ask, "What's wrong?"
Shen Rong stepped forward, looked at him, as if she had something to say.
Lu Lin waited, and after a while, she managed to say, "Remember to bring me a gift back."
Lu Lin gave her a deep look, raising an eyebrow and waiting for her next sentence.
"No half-hearted efforts allowed. You have to buy it yourself to show your sincerity. And don't make it too cheap; you get what you pay for."
Lu Lin sighed inwardly. What was he hoping for? Didn't he know her personality all too well? He slumped back into his seat and impatiently yelled at the driver, "Drive!"
Wen Congjian smiled and nodded at her, while Chen Rong waved awkwardly, as if she had made a fool of herself.
The car sped away, and Chen Rong slumped her shoulders, lightly slapping her lips twice. Why was her mouth so foul? Couldn't she have said something nice? She could have said she missed him, or gently reminded him to take care of himself while he was away?
She just blurted out what was on her mind. What a perfect opportunity to win people over and play the role of a virtuous wife! What a waste!
He had prepared a whole bunch of drafts, so why couldn't he say them? He must feel like he's a heartless person.
But why is Lu Lin so angry! He likes to act profound, doesn't he?
Shen Rong felt like a complete failure and was somewhat frustrated.
Wen Congjian, who was in the car, was having a hard time holding back his emotions. Seeing Lu Lin's dark face, he kindly comforted him, "I suppose your sister-in-law was too embarrassed to say anything intimate because I was there. Why did you give her such a hard time? You'll probably overthink things when you get back. What if she cries?"
Lu Lin smiled helplessly: "Senior brother, that's what she really thinks. Besides, she won't cry; she'd rather I wasn't home keeping an eye on her."
Wen Congjian shook his head, his gaze sweeping over Lu Lin. Judging from this, it seemed that his junior brother was in a weaker position in the marital relationship.
"My sister-in-law is quite interesting, lively and enthusiastic."
Lu Lin chuckled, his face full of helplessness and a wry smile: "Keep an eye on her for me, she's quite a troublemaker." She's also very bold, and I'm afraid she'll cause trouble again when I'm not home.
Wen Congjian patted him on the shoulder: "Don't worry, she's safe in Bincheng." No one would dare to mess with her.
The station was under martial law tonight, and their car was only parked on the outskirts. The two got out of the car, picked up their luggage, and were escorted by guards to see Dou Wenliang.
This time they were traveling on the Marshal's special train. The trip was kept secret, and no one was allowed to see them off. Dou Wenliang also came alone. He was chatting and laughing with his subordinates when he saw them arrive and waved.
As Wen Congjian walked, he quickly and quietly instructed Lu Lin: "The young marshal is a bit arrogant. Although he is on good terms with you, you must be careful not to go too far. He doesn't like people to go along with him too much, but deep down he may not like people to go against him either."
Lu Lin smiled and nodded: "Senior brother, I understand." He and Dou Wenliang had spent quite a long time together. If he couldn't even figure out Dou Wenliang's personality, he might as well pack up and go back to his hometown to farm.
Wen Congjian naturally knew this, but he was afraid that Lu Lin would be stubborn. He was genuinely trying to help Lu Lin and was offering well-intentioned advice from the perspective of an elder brother. If it were for the public good, he should have instructed Lu Lin to advise the young marshal more against his actions.
Upon meeting, Dou Wenliang urged him to leave: "Officer Wen, you should go back. Tell my father to rest assured that I will live up to his expectations. Even if he doesn't trust me, there's still Lu Lin here."
Wen Congliang was the commander-in-chief's trusted lieutenant, and Dou Wenliang was afraid that he might have brought some secret orders with him.
He turned to look at Lu Lin. He wasn't wearing a uniform, just a very ordinary shirt, which made him look exceptionally handsome and tall.
That won't do. Dou Wenliang took off his coat and draped it over Lu Lin.
“Tianming looks better in his military uniform.” He called to his adjutant, “Biaozi, get Director Lu some of our clothes.”
He jokingly teased Lu Lin, "We're all wearing this color, but you're the only exception. All the women are looking at you. You're already better looking than me, this won't do."
He, Young Marshal Dou, cannot let anyone steal his thunder.
Lu Lin remained expressionless, appearing completely nonchalant.
Wen Congjian's expression was somewhat complicated: "Young Marshal, you're going on official business, not for a romantic affair."
Dou Wenliang put a cigarette in his mouth and patted Wen Congjian's back with his other hand: "Our Staff Officer Wen just likes to act profound. You don't like women, but we can't live without them. Don't worry, I won't corrupt your junior brother. I was just saying that."
The lights came on, and his adjutant ran over: "Young Marshal, everything is ready, you can get on the train now."
Dou Wenliang threw the cigarette on the ground, stomped it out, spat, and took a deep breath: "Let's go, let's go out of the pass and have some fun."
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