Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Lu Yike hung up the phone and put it down.

Throughout the entire ordeal, Liang Wei didn't have a chance to utter a single word.

Turning around, Lu Yike was immediately startled.

The mother, Wu Xinyi, who was holding a plate of food, stared at her in disbelief.

Her expression changed from shock to joy.

Lu Yike immediately realized something was wrong.

"Mom, don't overthink it!"

"I didn't fall in love with Zhao Ruilong at first sight!"

"I'm so annoyed by Liang Wei. I want him to give up and stop bothering me!"

Wu Xinyi revealed a mysterious smile.

"Oh, I get it!"

"No need to explain, Mom has been through this too."

"The reason I was attracted to your dad back then was because after our blind date, he was walking me home when he saw someone stealing a bicycle. He yelled and rushed over..."

Lu Yike quickly covered her ears.

This is a well-worn, old story about my parents' love.

She's heard it countless times since she was a child; her ears are practically calloused from it.

"Hey, I'm sharing my experience with you, but you won't listen."

After placing the dishes on the table, Wu Xinyi yanked Lu Yike's right hand away.

"Just admit it outright!"

"Women are easily smitten when they see a man who is brave and fearless."

"Besides, Ruilong was the one who rescued you, so you'll be thinking about him day and night from now on!"

After saying that, Wu Xinyi went back to the kitchen before her daughter could object.

"It's over, it's all over now!"

"She has clearly decided that I have feelings for Zhao Ruilong!"

Lu Yike pulled over a chair and sat down.

I watched as my phone screen lit up and continued to vibrate.

Liang Wei, that persistent pest, called again.

Lu Yike became even angrier.

He picked up his phone and immediately hung up.

Then, he pressed and held the power off button to prevent Liang Wei from calling again.

Soon.

Wu Xinyi brought the soup to the table.

Before she could speak, Lu Yike interrupted:

"If you mention Zhao Ruilong to me again, believe me, I'll move out right now."

Wu Xinyi was stunned for a moment.

"What do you mean?"

"I want him to be my son-in-law, but only if you agree and he's willing."

"If you two aren't meant to be, what's the point of me forcing it? It's not like I'm the one looking for a partner."

Before picking up any food from her rice bowl, Wu Xinyi continued, "

"Let me say it one more time!"

"Regardless of whether you two are destined to be together, since they helped you, you must thank them."

"You know about that robbery in Guangming District last month, right? A woman had her bag snatched, but she held on tightly and wouldn't let go, fighting with the robber. As a result, she was stabbed eighteen times by another robber..."

Lu Yike interjected:

“They robbed me today, the one on the motorcycle. They even tried to stab Zhao Ruilong with a folding knife.”

"Fortunately, Zhao Ruilong reacted quickly and was not stabbed. He even knocked him down with an elbow strike."

Wu Xinyi looked surprised.

"Oh my god, you've run into these habitual thieves who commit crimes all over the place!"

"Luckily, Zhao Ruilong came to your aid, otherwise, given your temper, you would definitely have chased after them and started fighting."

"They were notorious thugs; if they encountered someone who wouldn't let go, they'd start stabbing them indiscriminately with knives..."

As she spoke, Wu Xinyi stopped talking.

She was afraid that her daughter would pack her things and move out in a fit of anger.

but……

We've stopped talking.

But involuntarily, the thrilling scene still surfaced in Lu Yike's mind.

In fact, she wasn't afraid at all when the incident happened; she was even a little excited.

Later, it was discovered that the other party was actually a habitual offender who had committed many crimes while on the run.

The robbery failed, and several people were stabbed to death.

Only then did I feel a wave of fear wash over me.

Because she knew all too well that with her fiery temper, she would definitely chase after him and snatch the phone back even without Zhao Ruilong's intervention.

Even though I have practiced grappling and fighting, how could I possibly be a match for two adult men?

Moreover, the one who rides the motorcycle is always very decisive and efficient when he commits a crime by using a knife.

It won't be like in movies and TV dramas, with all that rambling and pointless chatter.

Speed ​​is key; once you've knocked it over, it's easier to escape.

and so……

Today, Zhao Ruilong really saved his own life.

Even though she never intended for anything to happen between him and the son of a top-tier noble family.

However, both morally and logically, we should treat him to a meal to express our gratitude for saving his life.

"I'm planning to take him out to dinner this weekend. What do you think of hot pot?"

"Hot Pot?"

Wu Xinyi chuckled.

Why don't you invite him for barbecue?

Lu Yike quickly asked, "Is it okay?"

"It's okay!"

Wu Xinyi glared fiercely at her daughter.

"He's Governor Zhao's son. If you're going to thank someone for saving your life, can't you at least have some class?"

"You actually want to invite someone out for hot pot? I think you're just craving it yourself."

Lu Yike muttered:

"Why is hot pot considered low-class?"

"Does the governor's son not eat hot pot?"

"Besides, I saw him take a taxi this afternoon, not a luxury car, which is quite down-to-earth."

Wu Xinyi could only manage a wry smile.

"Daughter, he can be down-to-earth, but you can't be impolite!"

"Hot pot is only suitable for entertaining acquaintances and friends. If you want to express your gratitude to someone in a grand way, it is best to go to a restaurant."

"Whether it's Western or Chinese food, it should at least be more formal, more solemn, and more sincere."

Lu Yike lowered her head.

This time, he didn't try to argue or refute.

Inviting someone to eat hot pot was indeed her way of killing two birds with one stone.

It expressed gratitude and satisfied oneself at the same time.

I've worked in the system for many years, after all.

After a little thought, I realized that inviting someone to eat hot pot was indeed not appropriate.

Otherwise, why not arrange hot pot for official receptions and business banquets?

"By the way, you'd better invite him tomorrow night, otherwise we're going to Luzhou this Saturday to celebrate your aunt's husband's birthday, and we probably won't be back until Sunday!"

"Why do you go to celebrate his birthday every year? Why doesn't he come to Jingzhou to celebrate your birthday?"

"What are you saying? He's the top official in Luzhou City, and I'm just a lowly deputy presiding judge. How could I let him come to celebrate my birthday?"

At this point, Wu Xinyi couldn't help but think to herself.

If Zhao Ruilong became my son-in-law, would I still need to go to Luzhou to celebrate Gao Yuliang's birthday?

“Then I’ll call him tomorrow morning and invite him to dinner at Jiangnan Restaurant tonight.”

"Great, that's a nice place."

Wu Xinyi put down her chopsticks and immediately got up to find her wallet.

"Take this 800 yuan, don't skimp on the food."

"Don't worry, you may not know him, but you certainly know me. When it comes to food, I never skimp on myself!"

Lu Yike chuckled and immediately pocketed the money.

Involuntarily, a rhyme began to play in my head.

Boiled salted pork, steamed sausage, and steamed eel with garlic cloves.

A plate of chopped vegetarian assortment, pickled cowpeas, and salted duck.

of course.

The crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and sweet and sour squirrel-shaped mandarin fish is a must-order.

however……

She hasn't decided what to drink tomorrow night yet.

Then the doorbell rang.

"Who is it?"

"How do I know?"

"Could it be that someone came to see you because they knew you almost got into trouble?"

"I'm perfectly fine, everyone knows that!"

Ding Dong!Ding Dong!

The doorbell rang again.

Before her mother could urge her, Lu Yike immediately got up to open the door.

As soon as the door opened, she wanted to close it quickly.

Because the person who came was none other than Liang Lu's younger brother, Liang Wei.

"Didn't I already tell you on the phone? There's never going to be anything between us, so why are you bothering me again?"

Wearing a shirt and trousers, with slicked-back hair, Liang Wei said with a serious expression:

"It was my fault that I didn't appear by your side immediately when you were in danger, and I apologize to you."

"To prevent something like this from happening again, and to make it easier for you to go out, I've decided to buy you a car!"

"What? Buy a car?"

Lu Yike's eyes widened.

"Are you crazy?"

"I'm not crazy. On the way here, I asked around and found out that the newly launched Santana is good-looking and has high-end features, and the total cost is only 120,000 yuan!"

"Wow, only 120,000? Looks like the salary and benefits at the Municipal Transportation Bureau are really high. Even a lowly deputy section chief like you can easily afford a Santana!"

"Xiao Ke, don't misunderstand. I have never embezzled or accepted bribes. Every penny I have can withstand scrutiny. I'm planning to ask my brother and sister to pool their money to buy you a car."

Lu Yike almost fainted on the spot.

He quickly grabbed the door frame and shook his head repeatedly.

"Thank you so much, thank you and your whole family!"

“We’re not related, I can’t accept something so valuable.”

Liang Wei stepped forward and stared blankly at Lu Yike.

"Of course you deserve it, our whole family loves you very much."

“I heard I wanted to buy you a car, and even my dad is very supportive.”

Lu Yike immediately raised her hand, pointed at Liang Wei, and said:

"Don't bring up your dad all the time."

"No matter how high his position or how powerful he is, I, Lu Yike, don't care."

"And one last time, I'll emphasize this to you: it's impossible between us, it's never going to happen."

"You should go home, wash up, and go to bed! Don't think about me anymore. I won't marry anyone but Zhao Ruilong in my life!"

……