Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Chapter 1171: Chapter 1164: Lu Hongda’s Scheme

“What?”

Upon hearing Old Master Lu’s words, Lu Tianxing exaggeratedly said, “Grandpa, you actually dared to eat the dishes cooked by Zhiqing? You are incredibly brave! Aren’t you afraid you won’t be able to eat for ten days to half a month?”

“Lu Tianxing.”

Bai Zhiqing’s smile froze on her face, her eyes flashing with cold light. She looked like an angry little wild cat.

Seeing Bai Zhiqing’s murderous glare, Lu Tianxing seriously said, “Wife, I’m not wrong. After eating your food, no one else’s cooking can satisfy because your dishes are too delicious. Yours are like gourmet delicacies, and others’ food is like husks, unworthy of a bite. Isn’t that true?”

Bai Zhiqing rolled her eyes at Lu Tianxing and said, “You know what’s good for you.”

Old Master Lu sat beside them, smiling as he watched Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing bicker, feeling comforted as he stroked his beard. This is how a couple should be—genuine and without pretensions, no false gifts.

“Alright, alright, stop flaunting your love in front of this old man. You, boy, come over here and play chess with me. I’m telling you, this time Zhiqing can’t help you. I’m going to wipe you out.” Old Master Lu looked at Lu Tianxing and said.

“No problem, Grandpa. You think I’m a sick cat when the tiger doesn’t roar? But I can’t spare the time right now.”

“No time?”

Old Master Lu’s brows slightly furrowed: “What’s the matter? Is something wrong?”

“Nothing.”

Lu Tianxing shook his head and said, “I just ran into Uncle after speaking with Second Uncle earlier. He invited me and Zhiqing for lunch today.”

“He invited you for lunch.”

Old Master Lu frowned, waved his hand, and said, “In that case, you and Zhiqing should go. Don’t be late.”

“Grandpa, then Zhiqing and I will head out first. We’ll come back tonight to keep you company.”

Lu Tianxing said no more and took Bai Zhiqing’s hand, heading outside.

After walking out of the courtyard, Bai Zhiqing couldn’t help but say, “Lu Tianxing, why did Lu Hongda suddenly invite you for lunch? Isn’t he up to no good? After all, you slapped him a few times just a couple of days ago, and now he invites you for lunch. It’s probably not well-intentioned; it could be a treacherous feast.”

“I know he has bad intentions.”

“You know, yet you’re still going?”

“Anyway, it doesn’t cost me anything. It’s free food, so why not?”

Lu Tianxing rubbed his chin, looking unconcerned, and said, “Besides, Lu Hongda doesn’t have the guts to set a trap for me. As long as I’m in Jiangnan, he won’t dare to make a move because he’s afraid—afraid he can’t kill me and might end up getting killed instead. Even if he did kill me, I bet Grandpa wouldn’t let him get away. So, he won’t make a move against me. As for what he wants, I’ll only find out by going.”

After hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Bai Zhiqing said nothing further. Lu Tianxing was right; as long as he’s with the Lu Family, no one would dare to harm him. With Old Master Lu’s fondness for Lu Tianxing, anyone daring enough to make a move on him would be courting death.

After leaving the courtyard, Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing headed directly to the parking lot next to the Lu Family. Once they got in the car, they made no stops and headed straight to Jiangnan Restaurant.

This was Lu Tianxing’s second visit to Jiangnan Restaurant for a meal. The first was at Liang Shidao’s invitation, and this time it was Lu Hongda’s. Despite the change in people, their intentions seemed remarkably similar, causing Lu Tianxing to reflect.

After parking the car in a space near Jiangnan Restaurant, Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing stepped out, looked at the bustling restaurant, sighed, and headed inside.

Lu Hongda had already booked a private room and was waiting for Lu Tianxing inside. Seeing Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing enter, he lit a cigarette, slowly smoking, his brows furrowed, his face obscured by smoke, making it hard to discern his expression.

“Lu Tianxing, this time, hopefully, you’re sensible. Otherwise, I won’t hesitate to kill you.”

Lu Hongda muttered to himself, his eyes gleaming with a cold light.

This time, he invited Lu Tianxing to test his stance—to see if Lu Tianxing was uninterested in competing for the position of the Family Head, or if he sides with Lu Haoyue.

If Lu Tianxing remains neutral, he wouldn’t choose to oppose him now, as Lu Tianxing’s performance upon joining the Lu Family has evoked a sense of fear. Going against Lu Tianxing would bring attacks from all sides, but if Lu Tianxing sides with Lu Haoyue, he won’t stand for it, and Lu Tianxing must die. He won’t allow Lu Haoyue and Lu Tianxing to unite.

He is determined to secure the position of the Family Head.

Upon entering Jiangnan Restaurant, a waitress approached Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing, and after hearing Lu Hongda’s name, they were led to the third floor.

The waitress guided Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing to the door of a luxurious private room on the third floor, gently knocked, and soon opened the door.

Gesturing for Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing to enter, the waitress respectfully said, “Mr. Lu is inside waiting for you.”

Lu Tianxing nodded, leading Bai Zhiqing into the room.

Seeing Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing enter, Lu Hongda immediately smiled, stood up, and said, “Tianxing, niece-in-law, you’re here. Please sit down.”

Watching the smile on Lu Hongda’s face, Lu Tianxing also smiled, “Uncle, you’re too kind, making you spend like this is a bit embarrassing. Nonetheless, I’ll settle the bill today.”

“Haha, Tianxing, let’s not talk about that. Today is my treat as an apology; how could I let you pay?”

Lu Hongda laughed heartily, motioning for Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing to sit. After pressing a button on the table to signal for the waiter to serve the dishes, he said, “Tianxing, you’ve been at the Lu Family for a while. What do you think of it?”

Hearing Lu Hongda’s question, Lu Tianxing casually replied, “It’s wonderful. If given the chance, I’d like to stay at the Lu Family forever. After all, the Lu Family is the overlord of Jiangnan, vastly superior to my small endeavors. Don’t you agree, Uncle?”

Lu Hongda paused upon hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, evidently not expecting such a remark, and somewhat astonished, said, “Tianxing, are you suggesting you’re planning to compete for the position of the Family Head?”