Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

67: Chapter 66: A Formidable Opponent 67: Chapter 66: A Formidable Opponent Seeing Lu Tianxing’s calm demeanor, Zhao Lin was slightly startled.

This move of his had never failed—he would dress himself up as the epitome of civility and refined manners, then engage a woman in conversation.

Once her husband or boyfriend arrived, Zhao would continue to behave in a gentlemanly manner, using subtle hints to provoke the man into a cold stare-off, positioning himself as the underdog.

This tactic had always worked like a charm.

But Zhao Lin never anticipated that Lu Tianxing would simply not take the bait, as if he hadn’t heard a word Zhao had said.

Zhao Lin’s eyes narrowed slightly, a glint passing through them.

This was just the beginning.

With a humble smile on his face, he said, “The closest person?

Could it be that you’re Zhiqing’s relative?

A cousin or second cousin?

I’m sorry for the rush today, and for not bringing any gifts.

Please don’t take offense.

To apologize, I’ll treat you both to dinner at Blue Sky tonight as a way to make amends.

How does that sound?”

Hearing Zhao Lin’s words, Lu Tianxing realized that he was facing a cunning opponent.

Although he appeared to be expressing care and apology on the surface, he was in fact using a more sophisticated implication to anger someone.

Any other man, upon hearing these words, would likely feel uncomfortable and might even lash out in a fit of temper.

“Senior, his name is Lu Tianxing, and he’s my husband.” Without waiting for Lu Tianxing to speak, Bai Zhiqing introduced him directly.

At Bai Zhiqing’s words, Zhao Lin’s face shifted subtly, but he maintained a facade of amiability and smiled, “So you’re Zhiqing’s husband.

Zhiqing, you really should have told me you got married.

After all, we were schoolmates.

You should have at least given me a call.”

Bai Zhiqing glanced at Lu Tianxing and said nonchalantly, “My husband and I were recently married.

My grandparents haven’t returned yet, so we haven’t had the wedding ceremony.

We’ll let you know when we do…”

“Your grandparents don’t know, and the wedding hasn’t taken place?”

A gleam of insight flashed in Zhao Lin’s eyes as he looked at Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing with a deeper meaning, remarking, “That’s good to hear.

Zhiqing, don’t forget to invite me then.

I’ll definitely prepare a big gift for you.

After all, we were quite close friends at school.”

Hearing this, Lu Tianxing felt a surge of irritation, even knowing it was this guy’s scheme.

It was one thing to underestimate him, but why on earth should he inform Zhao about his marriage!

What does it mean that they were quite close friends at school?

Lu Tianxing’s brow furrowed, and without saying a word, he took Bai Zhiqing’s hand and held it in his own.

Bai Zhiqing frowned slightly, instinctively trying to pull away, but Lu Tianxing’s grip was firm, and she ultimately let him be.

Zhao Lin saw this reflexive action, his eyes flashing with discovery, a faint smile playing on his lips.

Regardless of whether Bai Zhiqing and Lu Tianxing’s marriage was genuine, his plans were nearing fruition.

“Mr.

Lu, may I ask where you are currently employed?” Zhao Lin asked with seemingly innocent curiosity.

Lu Tianxing picked up Bai Zhiqing’s coffee and took a sip, saying lightly, “I can’t claim it’s anything prestigious, I’m just the assistant to my wife!

After all, my wife is so beautiful, it would be a huge loss if some Tom, Dick, or Harry swept her off her feet.”

Zhao Lin gave an elegant smile, pretending not to hear the sarcasm in Lu Tianxing’s words, and continued, “You’re right, Zhiqing is beautiful.

She was the belle of our university, the goddess in every man’s heart.

Reflecting on those two years in college, I felt just like you, wishing to guard Zhiqing every day, not letting any man near her.

Alas, the flowers were willing, but the water was uncaring.

Regardless of the outcome, those memories will be the most beautiful of my life.”

Bai Zhiqing frowned but didn’t speak.

She didn’t like Lu Tianxing, but equally disliked Zhao Lin, considering him nothing more than a friend.

The more Lu Tianxing heard from Zhao Lin, the more disgruntled he became.

Damn it, the nerve of this guy to hit on his wife so blatantly.

Though annoyed, Lu Tianxing didn’t show it, and instead, holding Bai Zhiqing’s hand, he crossed his legs and looked askance at the young man.

Zhao Lin lost any desire to speak with Lu Tianxing and instead turned his attention to Bai Zhiqing, murmuring sentimentally, “Time flies so fast; it’s been three years in the blink of an eye.

Zhiqing, you’ve grown even more beautiful since I last saw you.”

“Is that so?

Thanks for the compliment.”

Bai Zhiqing responded in a formulaic tone, “Senior, please don’t call me Zhiqing in the future.

Call me Chairman Bai!

After all, I am married now.

I don’t want my husband to misunderstand anything, and I hope you understand.”

“Wife, well done!”

Hearing Bai Zhiqing’s indifferent words, Lu Tianxing couldn’t help but applaud her in his heart.

For such a shameless guy, one should never show a good face.

“Is that so?”

Upon hearing Bai Zhiqing’s words, Zhao Lin sighed deeply, feigning emotion as he said, “I thought I had grabbed the most beautiful thing in the world, but I never expected I couldn’t hold on to it.

If I had known it would turn out like this, I wouldn’t have chosen to enlist.

Maybe, today’s situation wouldn’t have occurred.”

“Senior, you’ve been a soldier?” Bai Zhiqing couldn’t help but ask curiously.

“Of course.”

Seeing Bai Zhiqing take the bait, a scheme-successful glint flickered in Zhao Lin’s eyes.

He had specifically investigated Bai Zhiqing and knew that her grandfather had been a soldier.

Influenced by her grandfather, Bai Zhiqing held great admiration for the military, and his move was indeed correct.

“After graduating from university, my dad wanted me to manage the company, but you know, Zhiqing, I’ve admired soldiers since I was young.

I didn’t want my dream to end up in vain, so I secretly signed up for the military without telling my dad.

You wouldn’t believe how angry he was when he found out, nearly drowning me in his spit.

Luckily, I persisted and became a true soldier, understanding the soldier’s duty and the honor of a soldier.”

Zhao Lin slowly closed his eyes, as if savoring a memory: “Zhiqing, do you know?

During the three years I was a soldier, I once wanted to give up because it was too hard, too tiring, and I couldn’t take it anymore.

But after that incident occurred, I truly understood what a soldier’s responsibility really is.”

“What do you mean?”

“To protect our country and defend our homes, that’s the duty of a soldier.”

Zhao Lin spoke with a solemn face, passionately saying, “I used to think being a soldier was just fun and games, that the so-called dangers were just jokes.

After all, it’s a peaceful era, where could the dangers be?

But after seeing those things firsthand, I realized being a soldier is truly dangerous, yet they are the greatest in my heart.”

“Senior, you mean to say you also experienced those things?” Bai Zhiqing asked with some curiosity.

Looking at Bai Zhiqing’s demeanor, Lu Tianxing revealed a bitter smile.

No wonder Lan Xin said this guy was a great threat to him.

It seems he hit right on her likes, knowing that Bai Zhiqing admired soldiers, so he fabricated those stories.

Thinking about war made Lu Tianxing feel irritable inside.

He wanted to say something but eventually stopped his mouth and continued watching Zhao Lin’s performance.

“Yes, I’ve been through it, and once it nearly cost me my life.”

Zhao Lin took a deep breath, his voice growing somewhat somber and hoarse, as if he had witnessed the vicissitudes of life: “After my time in the new soldiers’ squad, I was assigned to a remote area in the southwest because I had practiced martial arts since I was young and had outstanding physical fitness.

I was eventually selected to become a special forces soldier.

Special forces, Zhiqing, you know!

Engaged in dangerous operations, sometimes spending every day amidst bullets and gunfire.”

As he said this, Zhao Lin paused momentarily, glancing at Bai Zhiqing, who was all ears.

The smile in Zhao Lin’s eyes became thicker, and his voice was even more suppressed and solemn: “As time goes by, thinking back, I’m really blessed by heaven to be able to stand by your side, Zhiqing.”

“Zhiqing, you don’t know, there was once a time when our squad of fifteen went to chase down an enemy but unexpectedly encountered an ambush by them.

We were surrounded by a top-notch group of mercenaries, more than thirty people, each one incredibly strong, attacking us with heavy weaponry.

We were caught in a dire encirclement, and the enemy had heavy weapons.

At that moment, we were in a desperate situation, about to be sacrificed, but just then…”

Saying this, Zhao Lin intentionally paused!