Chapter 294 Put down your wine glass!

Qimei Shao walked up to Luo Shiyin.

Qimei Shao was dressed in a full set of nightwear and threw a similar set to Luo Shiyin.

"Shiyin-jie, tonight we're going to kill Lu Chengwen!"

Luo Shiyin was shocked. "Huh? Tonight?"

"Yes, tonight." Qimei Shao said, "With your unique skills, even if the Young Master is by your side, he wouldn't notice a thing. So, as long as Lu Chengwen is dead, no one in this world will know about you…"

"In short, the culprit is Lu Chengwen! We agreed that once he returned to Snow City, we'd kill him together!"

Luo Shiyin said hesitantly, "But Xue Ning has been guarding his villa all along. Her Swift Lightning Blade… we're no match for her."

"What are you afraid of?" Qimei Shao said, "I've already figured out a way to deal with the Swift Lightning Blade! When the time comes, I'll hold off Xue Ning, and you'll use your Five-Colored Illusion Eyes to turn Lu Chengwen into your puppet!"

"But…" Luo Shiyin stammered, "Lu Chengwen has a lot going on now. If something happens to him, many ordinary people won't have homes to move into."

"I've already looked into it. Four neighborhoods are finishing construction tomorrow. The internal roads are paved, and even the bus stops are sorted. Shiyin-jie, stop delaying! Don't tell me you've fallen for Lu Chengwen!"

"Huh? No… how could that be?"

"Then tonight we'll kill him! Or turn him into your puppet, a living corpse!"

"But… but…"

"But what? You can't let yourself sink any deeper! I think you've been getting more… We've already lost Xue Ning; we absolutely can't lose you too!"

Luo Shiyin had no choice but to nod. "Then… let's try."

Suddenly, Zhuge Xiaohua pushed open the door. "I'm going with you!"

Qimei Shao was stunned. "Xiaohua…"

Zhuge Xiaohua lowered her head. "I don't want to do this either, but since you've decided, as sisters, I have to stand by you!"

She raised her head and added, "But Shiyin-jie, Meishao-jie, can we not kill Lu Chengwen? He's really not a bad person!"

Qimei Shao was furious. "Then stay home! This whole mess is because of your indecisiveness!"

Zhuge Xiaohua looked pitiful. "But… Lu Chengwen really isn't a bad person. He even saved Xue Ning, saved Shiyin-jie, and… saved me too…"

"And he's bullied people too! Why don't you mention that? My shorts… forget it! Your Shiyin-jie has been almost completely ruined by him! If we don't act decisively… Anyway! Either you follow my plan, or I'll tell the Young Master everything!"

"No!" Luo Shiyin was forced to agree. "Then… let's go."

Meanwhile, inside Lu Chengwen's villa.

Leng Tianhao and Leng Qingqiu walked in, and Leng Tianhao was full of praise.

"What a house! Chengwen, this villa is a great purchase. The surrounding land is vast, there are no close neighbors, it's quiet but not remote. Excellent, excellent!"

Lu Chengwen said, "It was originally built by a famous director. He had big dreams and even planned to add a golf course in the back. But before he finished, something happened to him, and it was sold off at a low price. My secretary saw the potential and bought it."

"What happened to him?"

"His new movie had a saintly male lead and an overly dramatic female lead. After a big marketing campaign, he couldn't even handle a few main female characters properly. The box office tanked, and he couldn't fulfill his agreement with the investors, so he went bankrupt."

"Hah! Serves him right! Who wants to watch a saintly male lead these days? Do you?"

"Does anyone even watch saintly male leads?"

"Can a saintly male lead even be considered a lead?"

Both of them said in unison, "Pathetic! Hahaha…"

The two laughed together while a group of servants busily prepared dinner in the house.

Leng Tianhao nudged Leng Qingqiu. "Go on, go on, get closer! Don't be shy!"

Leng Qingqiu, pushed by Leng Tianhao, ended up next to Lu Chengwen and felt awkward.

Whenever she was with Lu Chengwen, she had to muster up her courage to act coy.

In truth, Leng Qingqiu was easily embarrassed. Now, with her father present, she felt even more nervous and restrained.

"Chengwen…"

Leng Tianhao teased, "What's with the formality? You're half a month older than Chengwen. Call him Brother Chengwen! That sounds more intimate! Haha!"

"Brother Chengwen."

Lu Chengwen was no better. Usually, he had no problem joking around, but Leng Tianhao's meddling left him flustered.

He scratched his head, equally embarrassed.

"Come on, you two! I've heard your phone calls before. What's the big deal? So I'm here? In the future, ah, you and Qingqiu need to work on creating that romantic vibe! Chengwen, aren't you good at setting the mood? Do it! Set the mood!"

Lu Chengwen thought to himself, "This isn't something you can just force!"

Reluctantly, he said, "Dinner's ready, Uncle, Qingqiu. This way, please."

The group ate, drank, and chatted happily. Leng Tianhao subtly expressed his approval of Lu Chengwen, while Lu Chengwen humbly addressed Leng Tianhao as "Uncle" and praised him as a legendary figure. He assured him he would treat Qingqiu well and not let him down.

Leng Qingqiu shyly intervened from time to time, reminding the two to drink less.

Each person, from their own perspective, conveyed goodwill.

The atmosphere was harmonious and lively.

Outside the villa.

The car came to a stop.

Qimei Shao turned around. "It's settled! Xiaohua and I will handle Xue Ning. Shiyin-jie, I hope you'll keep your word and deal with Lu Chengwen."

Luo Shiyin nodded seriously. "That scumbag Lu Chengwen! He ruined my reputation! And not just once! This time, I won't spare him!"

Zhuge Xiaohua pointed toward the house. "Huh? It looks like Lu Chengwen has guests tonight."

"Really?" Luo Shiyin said angrily, "Hmph! That damned Lu Chengwen is lucky today. Let's go back! We'll deal with this another day!"

"Hold on!" Qimei Shao grabbed Luo Shiyin's arm. "You… you always want to retreat at the slightest problem?"

Luo Shiyin said, "He has guests. If we act now, won't we risk exposing ourselves to the ordinary people? Recently, even those nosy delivery companies have been watching us. It's not a good time to take risks."

Qimei Shao suppressed her anger. "We'll wait! Wait until they leave!"

Zhuge Xiaohua glanced at Luo Shiyin, who had no choice but to relent. "Fine, we'll wait."

Zhuge Xiaohua said, "Sister Meishao, you keep an eye on your pants. Sister Shiyin, as soon as you see him, activate your Five-Colored Illusory Flower Eyes. Don't give him any chance to react! Otherwise…"

"Don't worry. As long as you can help me keep Hua Xuening occupied, I'll definitely handle the rest."

"Mm, we trust you!"

A dinner gathering between powerful figures is always a matter of business, not a feast for indulgence.

No one judges such meetings by how full they leave; instead, they focus on accomplishing tasks.

Typically, as soon as the task is done and the conversation is clear, people part ways.

When Leng Tianhao saw Lu Chengwen head to the restroom, he quickly pulled out a pill called Yunu Dan (Lustful Woman Pill).

"Daughter, this is it! Later, you'll tell him that I drugged you. Say that if he doesn't sleep with you, something bad will happen. That boy Lu Chengwen looks cold-blooded and ruthless, but deep down, he's softhearted and… well, a bit of a playboy! Seal the deal tonight, and you'll be his official wife in the future!"

"Dad! I've told you not to do this! Let me and Brother Chengwen develop naturally! Everything's fine now, but you just have to meddle. What if you mess it up…"

"Don't worry. It won't go wrong! Your dad's got it all under control!"

At this moment, Lu Chengwen returned. When he saw them huddled together, with Leng Tianhao holding a pill in his hand, his eyes narrowed slightly.

Wait a second—this pill looks so familiar!?

What the heck!? Is this thing everywhere now? You've got one too!?

Lu Chengwen roughly guessed what Leng Tianhao was planning. Keeping his expression calm, he said, "Sorry to keep you waiting."

Leng Tianhao hurriedly tossed the pill into Leng Qingqiu's wine glass and even gave it a little stir for her.

Lu Chengwen smiled as he adjusted his napkin. "What's that?"

Leng Tianhao quickly responded, "Oh! Just a… a traditional Chinese herbal pill to help regulate the body. You know, Qingqiu's been feeling a bit tired lately. Thought I'd help her replenish her strength."

Leng Qingqiu rolled her eyes, thinking to herself how her father never cared about her before—and it upset her.

Now he cares too much, and it still upsets her.

Leng Tianhao knew that after Qingqiu drank this glass of wine, there was no way she'd stay so proper and reserved.

He couldn't stick around to witness the "show." Quickly, he got up and said, "Alright, Chengwen, I'll leave you young lovebirds alone now, hahaha!"

Leng Tianhao left the room, followed by the driver and butler.

As they walked through the courtyard, the butler grinned and asked, "Sir, how did it go?"

"Is that stuff really effective?"

"Relax! We spent over four million yuan on that one Yunu Dan! They say any woman who takes it will definitely… you know. Let's see if Mr. Lu really has feelings for Miss Leng."

"Rubbish! You saw how Lu Chengwen looks at Qingqiu—his eyes are practically popping out! Tonight's plan will definitely succeed. Hahaha!"

Leng Tianhao laughed as he got into the car. The electronic gate opened, and the car sped away.

Zhuge Xiaohua, hiding in the bushes, muttered, "A father feeding his daughter a Yunu Dan?! My God, what on earth do these rich people think about all day?"

Qi Meishao said, "See? No rich person is decent! Shiyin, it's your turn now!"

"Alright! Did he mention where the Yunu Dan is?"

Qi Meishao frowned. "Why do you ask?"

"I… want to prevent anything bad from happening, of course!"

Zhuge Xiaohua suddenly looked up. "On the roof! It's Xuening!"

Qi Meishao said, "Xiaohua, stay in the shadows and help me lure Xuening away! Shiyin, Lu Chengwen is all up to you!"

Qi Meishao and Zhuge Xiaohua darted off like arrows.

From the rooftop came the sounds of a fierce battle between Qi Meishao and Hua Xuening.

Luo Shiyin sighed deeply.

Did it really have to come to this?

First, she had to stop that girl from drinking the Yunu Dan. Otherwise… if Lu Chengwen became her puppet, who would help her detoxify?

Inside the room.

Only Lu Chengwen and Leng Qingqiu remained.

Lu Chengwen smiled and said, "Qingqiu, let's have some wine."

Leng Qingqiu shook her head. "Just now, my father put something in it. It's not herbal medicine—it's… something called Yunu Dan."

Lu Chengwen froze for a moment. "Oh? Why are you telling me this?"

Leng Qingqiu looked at him and said, "Even if I want to fight for your affection, I won't use such methods. That's not the right path. The tricks I use are for outsiders, not for you."

"If I'm too calculating, you'll end up hating me and guarding yourself against me in the future. To be your woman, if I can't make you feel completely at ease with me, that would be my greatest failure. I'd rather lose your favor than lose your trust."

Lu Chengwen's heart softened. He walked over, moved the wine glass aside, and took Leng Qingqiu's hands.

"Qingqiu, even now, I often feel like I'm dreaming."

"Why?"

"You used to hate me so much. Why, on that day… did you suddenly agree to the engagement?"

Leng Qingqiu's smile bloomed like a flower. She tapped his nose with her finger and said playfully, "Not telling you!"

Then, her smile faded into a slight melancholy. "My dad is just anxious. You've been so tired these days, and yet he still made you drink so much wine. Are you okay?"

"I'm fine."

Leng Qingqiu touched his face gently. "I'm heading back now."

"Back where? Stay here."

Leng Qingqiu laughed. "It's inconvenient. I've arranged a small meeting with my team at home tomorrow morning."

Lu Chengwen cupped her face and kissed her deeply.

After a long time, Leng Qingqiu adjusted her clothes, her face flushed, and walked out of the door.

At the entrance, Lu Chengwen instructed Zhao Gang, "Make sure she gets home safely. Not even a mosquito bite is allowed!"

Zhao Gang responded loudly, "If Miss Leng gets even a scratch, I'll chop off my hand!"

Leng Qingqiu laughed. "Stop joking around. Brother Chengwen, I'm leaving now."

Lu Chengwen watched the car drive away, warmth flooding his heart.

What should he do? Chen Mengyun was his childhood sweetheart, always so sharp-tongued yet lovable! He couldn't bear to hurt her.

Leng Qingqiu was talented, understanding, and wholly devoted to him! How could he let her go?

And then there was Xu Xuejiao…

Sigh…

He returned to the dining room.

Standing there nervously, he saw Luo Shiyin swirling a glass of red wine with a smug look in her eyes.

"Lu Chengwen, do you have any last words?"

Lu Chengwen looked at her and said, "Put the wine down. Be good."