Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Chapter 1008: Chapter 1002: The Small Shop in the Alley

Lu Tianxing was a bit taken aback after hearing Shen Manjun: ”Very special?”

”Yes!”

Shen Manjun nodded and said, ”Do you remember the first time we met? At that time, you were just a stinky hooligan in my heart. If it weren’t for Uncle Shou telling me that he might not be your match, I would have definitely asked Uncle Shou to teach you a lesson. And then, a series of events that followed made me even more convinced that you were a scumbag, until at Wealth Mansion, you risked your life to confront the enemy for your wife.”

”It was then that I realized you didn’t seem to be that much of a scumbag, at least not like other men who would abandon their wives and run away at the first sign of danger. I initially thought you only stayed because you were strong, but later I heard from Uncle Shou that you were relying solely on your willpower because almost all your bones were shattered by the enemy, riddled with cracks. If you endured a few more attacks, you would have died from fractured bones. It was then that my view of you began to change; it turned out even scumbags have a side of loyalty and righteousness.”

Hearing Shen Manjun’s words, Lu Tianxing touched his nose and said, ”Miss Shen, are you sure you’re praising me? Why do I feel like you’re dissing me instead?”

”Hehe, Mr. Lu, you’ll have to figure that out yourself.”

Shen Manjun laughed lightly, her face showing a girlish cunning that made Lu Tianxing pause.

Noticing Lu Tianxing’s gaze, Shen Manjun blushed slightly. She didn’t know why, but ever since witnessing Lu Tianxing’s desperate fight for Bai Zhiqing at Wealth Mansion, it felt like a chord was struck in her heart. Especially after hearing Qiaoqiao’s recount of the amusement park incident yesterday, Shen Manjun felt all her negative perceptions of Lu Tianxing dissipate into thin air, disappearing without a trace.

Initially, Shen Manjun indeed intended to take Lu Tianxing to the Seafood Restaurant, but seeing him, she inexplicably brought him to a place from her childhood.

”Miss Shen, I think you’re praising me, after all, I’m so handsome.” Lu Tianxing stroked his chin and said to Shen Manjun.

”Get lost, calling a big pervert like you handsome! Don’t you ruin the word handsome.”

The two chatted as they walked into a narrow alley, appreciating the historical sediment of old Beijing’s alleys.

”Smells good.”

Just around a corner, Lu Tianxing took a deep breath and a strong aroma filled his nostrils.

”You smelled it?” Shen Manjun asked, looking at Lu Tianxing.

Lu Tianxing nodded and said, ”It’s the smell of twice-cooked pork.”

”Your nose is really sharp, smelling it from so far away.”

Shen Manjun laughed and said, ”Let’s go! It’s just up ahead.”

With that, Shen Manjun led the way, and after two or three minutes of walking, brought Lu Tianxing to a food stall deep in the alley. Because of its location, business wasn’t good, with only a slightly graying old lady sitting there, engrossed in watching TV.

Upon seeing Shen Manjun, a touch of joy immediately appeared on the old woman’s face as she eagerly stood up: ”Man Jun, what brings you to visit me today.”

A bright smile spread across Shen Manjun’s face as she stepped forward to hug the woman, saying, ”I had some free time today, so I wanted to taste Sister-in-law Lin’s cooking. I also brought a friend along. I did mention Sister-in-law Lin’s cooking is the best in all of Beijing, so don’t let me be embarrassed in front of my friend.”

”Man Jun, stop flattering me. If I was that great, I wouldn’t be having a shop in this old alley. Besides, this probably isn’t just a friend, right? You’ve never brought anyone here besides Qiaoqiao, let alone a man.” Sister-in-law Lin looked Lu Tianxing over and laughed at Shen Manjun.

A hint of blush crossed Shen Manjun’s face, and she hurriedly said, ”Sister-in-law Lin, don’t misunderstand. He’s not my boyfriend; he just saved Qiaoqiao’s life yesterday, and I plan to treat him to a meal to thank him.”

”Man Jun, what do you mean, did something happen to Qiaoqiao? Is she hurt?”

Sister-in-law Lin’s face changed, and she asked anxiously. Shen Manjun used to bring Qiaoqiao to eat here often, so naturally, she grew fond of the little girl.

Shen Manjun shook her head and said, ”Sister-in-law Lin, don’t worry, Qiaoqiao is fine.”

”That’s good, that’s good.”

Sister-in-law Lin breathed a sigh of relief and said, ”Man Jun, you and your friend sit down. I’ll go to the kitchen to prepare a few home-cooked dishes for you.”

With that, Sister-in-law Lin looked at Lu Tianxing: ”Young man, give it your best. This is the first time Man Jun has brought a man here for a meal, don’t let this chance slip, or you might regret it for life.”

Watching Sister-in-law Lin head into the kitchen with a matchmaker’s air, Lu Tianxing chuckled wryly and shook his head. He wouldn’t mind developing something more with Shen Manjun; after all, any man would probably have thoughts about a stunning woman like Shen Manjun. It’s just that there’s quite a gap between thoughts and reality.

And Shen Manjun simply smiled after hearing Sister-in-law Lin’s words and didn’t explain anything.

Lu Tianxing and Shen Manjun chose a spot to sit down. There were no waiters here, so everything had to be done by themselves. Skillfully, Shen Manjun took out bowls and chopsticks from the cabinet, brewed a pot of tea, and sat down opposite Lu Tianxing.

”You’re close to the owner?” Lu Tianxing asked curiously, looking at Shen Manjun.

Shen Manjun poured two cups of tea, handed one to Lu Tianxing, and said, ”Yes, very familiar. I used to stay at my grandma’s house, and when my grandma was out sometimes, she would leave me with Sister-in-law Lin. Sister-in-law Lin is a kind woman, though she had a hard life, losing her husband early and raising two children alone. Originally, her kids wanted to bring her to live with them, but she feared she’d never see old friends again if she left, so she stayed here and opened this little restaurant.”

”I see.”

Lu Tianxing nodded thoughtfully, ”Then she misunderstood us just now; don’t you need to explain?”

”What’s there to explain? Besides, aren’t you happy about it? Isn’t it nice to have such a beautiful woman as your girlfriend?” Shen Manjun elegantly sipped her tea and said.

”Miss Shen, I don’t understand what you mean by that?”

Lu Tianxing looked at Shen Manjun, not quite understanding why she said that.