No? Can I read the mind of my mortal enemy?

Considering that both she and Pei Jingnian stayed out all night last night, the two mothers have already noticed their suspicious behavior.

Although nothing really happened last night, Shi Qiao now feels like she can't clear her name no matter what.

Pei Jingnian reacted quickly, reaching for the black bag and tying it up, uttering three words calmly:

"From Luzhou."

Fortunately, there's someone to take the blame.

Shi Qiaoxin immediately felt relieved and silently gave Pei Jingnian a thumbs up in her heart.

Bai Shuwen/Lin Yahui: ?

Lin Ya Hui was completely drained of color. Her hand was on the doorknob. "I suddenly remembered that your Aunt Bai and I forgot to take our bags at the beauty salon."

Bang! She slammed the car door shut and staggered back to the beauty salon's reception room.

She and Awen had spent the afternoon at a spa, and they had come to a realization.

There must be some misunderstanding. Regardless, they still trusted each other's intuition and decided to observe further and look for evidence.

And now, he's just setting up a trap there to provoke her?!

Lin Ya-hui read it in a breathy voice, her words incoherent:

"My son is the one on the bottom?!"

"What evidence do we need?! I haven't even counted how many boxes were inside, or whether they were opened!"

Bai Shuwen kept trying to calm Lin Ya Hui down, saying, "Don't panic, this isn't the car Jing Nian likes to drive."

"He and Xiaolu are close, Xiaolu uses his car, so it's possible he forgot to take the condom he bought, right?"

"Let's not panic, let's stand firm!"

"Yes, yes, Wen, you're right, it's definitely possible." Lin Ya Hui nodded.

The two rallied, got ready, and left the beauty salon to get into their car.

Aside from Pei Jingnian's inner thoughts chattering away, everyone harbored their own ulterior motives, and no one dared to speak up casually.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, the valet took the keys and drove the car away.

Just as I was about to enter, a familiar DBS came into view from afar.

Lu Zhou strode out, wearing a slightly formal vest paired with tailored suit pants that fit his leg shape.

The shirt cuffs were naturally rolled up to the elbows, revealing the full muscle lines of the forearms.

His originally loose, medium-length hair was styled into a half-up wolf tail, and hair clay was used to create a fluffy three-seven part with rich texture and layers, making it anything but monotonous.

He handed the keys to the valet, noticed Lin Ya Hui and Bai Shu Wen, and went up to them, saying, "Aunt Lin, Aunt Bai, it's been a long time."

"Long time no see, Xiao Lu, you've gotten more and more handsome."

Lin Ya Hui forced a smile, staring at the car that her son used most often, which was now in Lu Zhou's hands.

Only one possibility flashed through my mind.

Lin Ya-hui was about to explode.

In a fit of anger, he forgot everything and, arm in arm with Bai Shuwen, rushed into the revolving door, leaving the three children behind.

Lu Zhou moved closer to Pei Jingnian and said, "I brought you the car, no need to thank me."

Just as Pei Jingnian was about to say something, he suddenly noticed the naked gaze on his side.

Shi Qiao stared at Lu Zhou without blinking, scrutinizing him intently.

This was the first time Shi Qiao had seen Lu Zhou dressed so smartly, like a vixen, and she couldn't help but take a second look.

Lu Zhou raised an eyebrow, still oblivious to the tension, and asked, "Old Pei, don't I look handsome today?"

"Looks aside, he's handsome," Pei Jingnian replied, but his eyes remained fixed on Shi Qiao.

[It's been a minute! Still watching! Still watching!]

He took a step forward, one hand in his pocket, blocking her view, and leaned down slightly to level their gazes, his eyes filled with resentment.

"Honey, is Lu Zhou better looking than me?"

Lu Zhou shivered and silently walked away.

"Where did I say he's better looking than you?" Shi Qiaowen said nervously, averting her gaze and turning it back to Pei Jingnian.

Pei Jingnian pressed down even harder, "Then your eyeballs are practically falling off him."

Lu Zhou obediently moved another step to the side.

When a husband and wife are fighting, can you please stop shooting at this dead body?

Shi Qiao choked up, "I just thought it was strange that Lu Zhou suddenly looked like a human being, not that I thought he was good-looking."

Lu Zhou: When I, Erduolong, am...?

She subtly shifted to the side, her eyes darting around, "And besides, didn't we say to tone it down?"

"Aunt Lin and my mother are still up ahead! It wouldn't be good if they saw us!"

[Wife, you lingered on Lu Zhou for a full minute and three seconds.]

"If I hadn't blocked your view, how long were you planning to watch?"

I'm so angry! Your husband isn't as handsome as him!

Looks like I'll have to give my wife a good talking-to when I get home tonight!

Pei Jingnian persisted, "So, does that mean I'm the most beautiful in your eyes?"

Shi Qiao pursed her lips and glanced at Pei Jingnian.

The man's minimalist black short-sleeved turtleneck top was full and voluminous at the shoulders and chest, while the waist was loose. He wore a pair of slightly wide white wool trousers with a great drape.

A semi-formal outfit paired with a textured slicked-back hairstyle gives off a more mature and sophisticated vibe.

The color scheme also perfectly complements her black and white Chanel-style mini skirt.

Shi Qiao adjusted the long bow tied around her neck with a long silk scarf, and the Chantilly lace at the edge of her tulip skirt fluttered slightly.

"You're the prettiest, you're the prettiest! Can you please stop asking such pointless questions! You're so childish!"

She wrapped the silver chain of her small bag around her wrist, said those words, and walked away without looking back.

Pei Jingnian looked at Lu Zhou provocatively, "See? My wife thinks I'm better looking."

Lu Zhou rolled his eyes at Pei Jingnian. "You two are so loving, can you please stop making me feel bad?"

"Feeling stifled is good; comfort is for the dead." Pei Jingnian walked inside.

Lu Zhou: ...

*

Upon entering the restaurant, a striking figure could be spotted from afar, right by the window.

Jiang Ruochu wore a champagne-colored strapless dress, her hair styled in a high bun, revealing her slender back.

At just over thirty years old, she showed no signs of aging; instead, she exuded the charm of a mature woman.

Her features were striking and beautiful, especially her captivating peach blossom eyes.

"Sister Lin, Sister Bai, it's been so long since I've seen you. You're still so beautiful!" Jiang Ruochu stepped forward and gently grasped their hands.

Lin Ya-hui and Bai Shu-wen handed over the gifts, saying, "Xiao Jiang, you still have such a sweet tongue."

Jiang Ruochu pulled out chairs for them. "The chef here is a friend of mine. They just added some new items to the menu today, so let's try them together."

The rest of the meal went fairly smoothly. Shi Qiao especially liked the slow-roasted Wagyu beef short ribs, with the meat juices blending with the molten blue cheese, melting in her mouth.

Jiang Ruochu glanced at Lin Ya Hui and Bai Shu Wen, her eyes darkening slightly.

Today, my two usually outgoing older sisters are unusually quiet; I wonder what happened to them.

"Sister Bai, I was just about to say this, I think Xiaoqiao will only get prettier as she grows up."

"He's also smart; he got into the medical school at Victoria Harbour University."

Bai Shuwen responded politely, but Lin Yahui's expression became even more gloomy, her face almost drooping onto the plate.

She's beautiful and smart, but I can't be her daughter-in-law, sob sob.

Seeing this, Bai Shuwen decided to carry out the original plan for Lin Yahui.

She lightly traced the knife and fork in her hand, "These three children have grown up, and they are all outstanding, especially your Xiao Lu."

"My relative had a little girl who was a year younger than your Xiaolu, and she really liked Xiaolu."

"She even joked that when I come to Gangcheng this time, I should get Xiaolu's WeChat so we can get in touch."

She slowly raised her eyes and looked at Lu Zhou, "I just don't know if it's convenient for Xiao Lu?"

"After all, Xiaolu is so outstanding, she must be very popular."

"I wonder if my relative's little girl still has a chance?"

Jiang Ruochu's pupils contracted slightly.