After a chubby wife with a child undergoes a remarkable transformation, her beauty becomes the talk

Alexander is right.

The chef at his restaurant is indeed very skilled.

In her modern-day past, Shen Lu had eaten a lot of Russian cuisine.

It's almost identical to this place.

Authentic Russian smoked fish and sausages, and vodka.

As expected of a nation known for its fighting spirit, they really enjoy drinking.

If she's having dinner with ordinary friends, Shen Lu almost never drinks alcohol.

But the identity of the person in front of me determines a large part of China's future economic output.

Furthermore, Shen Lu also had an inexplicable trust in Commander Gu.

In this kind of environment, having a few drinks doesn't seem like a big deal.

Alexander talked at length, showing little interest in Gu Xiao and his adjutant, focusing all his attention on Shen Lu.

He had a great understanding of Chinese culture, and he explained it to Shen Lu one by one.

The questions he asked weren't boring, and the two of them happened to get along quite well, with Shen Lu responding to each one.

In modern times, besides cooking, Shen Lu's favorite thing to do in her spare time was to read.

This is why he is able to use words and phrases accurately when translating articles.

The deeper Alexander talked, the more surprised he became; Miss Deer was simply his muse.

Shen Lu and the other two didn't drink much, but Alexander, out of excitement, drank more than half a bottle of vodka, one glass after another.

Near the end, Alexander was already quite drunk, his face flushed.

"I was very happy with this trip to China. When I saw Ms. Lu's translated works in Russia, I vowed that I must meet her in person, and thankfully my wish came true."

Shen Lu hadn't forgotten that besides discussing literature, the two of them had something even more important to discuss on this trip.

"Well, Mr. Alexander, I only just learned of your position as Minister of Finance, so I'd like to discuss a business deal with you. Rest assured, this deal will be very amicable for the people of both our countries."

Alexander also knew how many people were eyeing his country's mere light industry and trade.

However, he always needs to cooperate with others, and if the partner is Miss Lu, he would be very willing.

Alexander, drunk, wore a goofy grin.

"Because of you, I am very willing to do business with your country."

Although Shen Lu was not surprised by the answer, she was still very pleasantly surprised.

The country's economy is not as developed as it will be decades from now.

Although she lived a wealthy life thanks to her future experience, most of her compatriots lived in poverty.

Shen Lu also wanted to help others live a better life.

Shen Lu looked earnestly at Alexander and expressed her gratitude.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Alexander. This decision is an opportunity for many ordinary families in China."

"To provide the family with a stable income, to allow children to continue their education, and to ensure that those with serious illnesses receive treatment."

Alexander sobered up considerably after hearing his heartfelt thanks.

As the Minister of Finance, he was used to the flattery of those around him.

Take this matter of light industry trade as an example; many countries want to cooperate with him.

Without exception, they all offered extremely tempting conditions, or openly or secretly tried to give him benefits.

But Alexander, living among the warrior-like people, remained unmoved by these things.

He hated seeing the ugly faces of those merchants, so he simply stayed in his mansion and didn't go out.

But Shen Lu's words showed him the same spirit as their fighting nation.

In the early stages of economic development, compatriots cherished each other and helped each other to build the motherland. This feeling laid the foundation for the country.

He believed that the people nurtured in this land were trustworthy and that the products they made would certainly be of good quality.

"Miss Lu, I trust your country as much as I trust you. After I return to my country, I will submit the necessary documents to conduct trade with your country."

The adjutant listened with fervor, his blood boiling; these impassioned words stirred his own emotions as well.

As a soldier, I completely agree with what Shen Lu just said.

They represent the people behind them, who are united and working tirelessly to build their motherland.

With Shen Lu's words, he believed that the future of the motherland would be better and better.

Gu Xiao's gaze was deeply drawn to Shen Lu, and he was completely unaware of the unspoken intensity in her eyes.

Gu Xiao quickly averted his gaze, his eyes as thick as ink, unyielding.

As darkness fell, the group got up to prepare to leave.

At this moment, Alexander hesitated for a moment, then called out to Shen Lu.

His expression was no longer as open and frank as before; instead, it carried a hint of shyness.

"Miss Lu, may I pursue you?"

"Although we are from two different countries, my father told me that when you meet someone special, you should seize the opportunity."

Shen Lu was somewhat surprised by the sudden confession, but it was still within her acceptable range.

After all, she was often confessed to in modern times as well.

In an attempt to prevent this from happening, she even hired someone to pretend to be her boyfriend, but the effect was minimal.

But Shen Lu had gotten used to being confessed to by so many people.

Now, even when faced with Alexander's confession, he remains calm and composed.

"Mr. Alexander, would refusing you affect the cooperation between our two countries?"

"Of course not. Ladies have the right to choose. As a gentleman, how could I do such a thing?"

Even so, Alexander's face still showed some bitterness, for no one in his country had ever been able to refuse him.

Shen Lu understood and spoke up.

"Mr. Alexander, thank you for your kind words, but I am already married and my husband and I are very much in love."

Shen Lu told lies without batting an eye.

"Deer, you look very young, you don't need such a reason to reject me..."

The implication was that Alexander did not believe it.

"It's true, he's also a soldier. Perhaps I can introduce you to him..."

Shen Lu habitually makes grandiose promises in business dealings.

Not only Alexander, but even his adjutant showed a shocked expression.

Shen Lu not only looked young, but also exuded confidence, which was very different from their impression of married women.

Gu Xiao stared at Shen Lu, wondering if he was overthinking things, but he felt as if he had overlooked something.

Gu Xiao shook his head, banishing the absurd thought from his mind.

Alexander quickly adjusted his expression.

"In our country, there is a tradition that people are free to pursue their own love."

In other words, Shen Lu's marriage did not prevent him from pursuing her.

If Shen Lu is moved, she can get a divorce and boldly pursue her own love.

Shen Lu smiled but didn't say anything.

For some reason, Gu Xiao, who was standing to the side, actually agreed with it.

As the country develops rapidly and attitudes change, divorce is no longer a novelty.