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He didn't exude any deliberate pressure, but just by standing there, his aura, which had been weathered half a lifetime of storms, naturally conveyed a calm and composed demeanor.

His eyebrows and eyes were seven-tenths similar to Lu Jingcheng's, but while Lu Jingcheng's eyes still held the sharpness of a young man, his sharpness had long since been concealed, settling into a gentle yet weighty dignity, and also concealing a sense of understanding and propriety that came from being in a high position and having seen countless people.

When his gaze fell on Li Luo, he didn't overstep any bounds in his scrutiny. He merely glanced at her briefly, then his eyes curved slightly. His tone lost its usual businesslike seriousness, gaining a gentler quality, like an elder to a younger person, and even concealing a hint of a smile.

"This must be Xiao Luoluo, right? My son has been talking about you on the phone every day. Now that I see you, you are indeed a pretty girl with a neat appearance and a capable demeanor. Please come in. We have prepared hot tea and snacks. Please make yourself at home."

As he spoke, he turned slightly to the side, raised his hand and made a "please" gesture. His fingertips were long and clean, and his movements were unhurried. He showed both the host's enthusiasm and the propriety of someone in a high position. At a glance, one could tell that he was a person with both integrity and tact.

"Hello, Uncle Lu." Li Luo's voice was clear yet gentle, without a trace of arrogance or excessive humility. She added, "I apologize for the trouble you've caused by waiting for me today. I've heard about you from Cheng and know how hard you work at the base, managing supplies and ensuring the well-being of everyone. You've worked so hard."

Her brows relaxed slightly, and the cool aura surrounding her seemed to be softened by the faint aroma of tea and warmth in the courtyard. The sharpness and coldness she displayed during battle faded, and a faint gentleness flashed in her eyes. Every move she made was perfectly measured and appropriate, showing respect for her elders without any deliberate attempt to please them.

Seeing this, Lu Jingcheng immediately smiled and leaned closer, affectionately putting one arm around Li Luo's shoulder and gently squeezing her arm with his fingertips, as if to soothe her slight nervousness on her first visit. His other arm naturally linked with Lu Zhengde's arm, his tone filled with barely concealed joy and pride, tinged with a soft, coquettish sweetness:

"Dad, look, this is Luo Luo's first time coming to our house. I'm afraid she'll be too shy. You'll have to be understanding. Come on, let's go inside and talk."

As he spoke, he gently pushed the two of them into the house. His steps were light and quick, his eyebrows curved into crescent moons, and his eyes were full of unconcealed joy. He was obviously very happy because his father had approved of Li Luo.

As he walked, he leaned close to Li Luo's ear and whispered something in a friendly tone, tinged with a hint of excitement:

"My parents have been looking forward to seeing you for ages, so don't be too reserved. Try my mom's osmanthus cake later; it's ten times better than the ones in the base's canteen. I used to crave this when I was little, and I could eat a whole plate of it in one go. She even remembered that you don't like it too sweet, so she put in less sugar. I guarantee you'll love it!"

Li Luo glanced at him sideways, a faint smile appearing in her cool eyes. She raised her hand and gently patted the hand that was wrapped around her shoulder, her voice natural and gentle, without the slightest hint of artifice.

"I'm not shy at all, but you're more anxious than me, acting like I'm so timid. But Auntie remembered my taste, I appreciate that, I'll definitely try it properly later, so it won't be for nothing that you've been talking about it for so long."