Reborn as a Rich Woman in the Eighties
Chapter 426 - 425: You’re Taking it Too Seriously

Chapter 426: Chapter 425: You’re Taking it Too Seriously

After a nap following lunch, Lin Xia sat with Lu Zheng in the living room, drinking tea and chatting.

Suddenly, Lin Xia exclaimed, "Oh, Lu Zheng! Since we have to pretend to your family that we’ve broken up, I should also give you the things your grandparents and mother gave me. Only then will it seem convincing!"

Otherwise, if Lu Zheng went back claiming they had broken up, yet the items were still with her, it would look as if she was holding onto them!

At that point, his mother and others might talk behind her back!

Lu Zheng smiled helplessly. What was he supposed to do with this girl?

"Xiaoxia! You’re taking this too seriously! I even get the feeling that you really want to break up with me for good!"

"Don’t you think I’m in a pitiful state? No matter how tough or tired I was before, the thought of us getting married at the end of the year filled me with strength!

But in a blink of an eye, everything has changed. My grandma came here to cause you trouble; my dad’s first love and an illegitimate daughter popped up; my parents are getting a divorce, and now you want us to pretend to break up!"

Lin Xia forced a dry laugh, "Indeed, a little! But I believe you can endure it!"

She knew she was being selfish, only caring about not being disturbed by troubles, yet making Lu Zheng suffer.

But she really didn’t want to fight his family by herself anymore!

She had confronted his grandmother and even made the old lady faint. Was she supposed to confront his mother next and send her to the hospital too? Then she really would be a scourge!

No matter what, Lu Zheng’s family members would always be his family, and even if she were to marry him one day, she would never consider those people as her own family, at most as familiar relatives.

Lu Zheng grabbed her hand, looking at her affectionately, "Alright! I will surely endure it! I’ll go back and strategize, fighting for the chance to marry you sooner..."

It wasn’t the first time Lin Xia had her hand held by him. His fingers were long and attractive, something she had always envied.

But his intense gaze was too much for her, making her heart flutter like a deer on the run, so she quickly stood up, making an excuse for him to let go.

"I’ll put it in your bag so you don’t forget it when you leave!"

Lu Zheng looked at her with an understanding smile, "What’s the rush! I’m not leaving for another couple of days!"

"Oh! Just remembered!"

Lin Xia quietly stuck out her tongue and swiftly entered the Eastern House, in fact, all the items were stored in her Jade room.

The bracelet given by Lu Zheng’s grandfather was both valuable and meaningful, so of course, she dared not carelessly leave it out.

The necklace given by Shao Meirou was also put away together with it.

Just as Lin Xia took out the items, Lu Zheng suddenly came in, startling her.

"Why did you come in?"

Lu Zheng noticed her reaction and raised his eyebrow, "Nothing! Just wanted to take a look!"

Lin Xia suppressed the panic of almost being caught, and calmly handed him the items, "Alright! Take a look!"

She was relieved that thankfully, the wooden door had no glass; otherwise, if he saw something was amiss, it could ruin everything.

This secret was something she hadn’t even told her siblings, and she couldn’t even bring it up to him.

She did indeed like Lu Zheng and wanted to build a home with him in the future.

But one can never predict the human heart, and no matter what, she would only trust herself!

Lu Zheng took the items without even looking at them and placed them on the edge of the bed.

Time passed, and they held onto each other, silently closing their eyes, enjoying the tranquil beauty of the moment.

"Sister! Second Brother has arrived!"

The shout from Lin Qiu in the courtyard woke the embracing couple.

"Ah! Why has Second Brother come?"

Lin Xia rubbed her heated cheeks and hurried out, with Lu Zheng’s profound gaze following close behind.

As soon as Jiang Mingyuan arrived and saw the couple’s demeanor, he glanced at Lu Zheng and said, "Lu Zheng! Your sister Lu Qing called me, saying your grandmother has suddenly fallen very ill! You must rush back immediately!"

Lu Zheng’s face turned pale instantly, "Did the call just come in?"

Jiang Mingyuan nodded, "Yes!" He had initially thought to call Lin Xia, but then decided it would be better to drive over himself. If Lu Zheng needed to leave urgently, he could give him a ride to the train station.

Lin Xia, anxious, quickly asked, "Second Brother! Did she mention how the situation is now?"

How could she have suddenly become critically ill? Just a few days ago, she was robust and scolding her here!

Jiang Mingyuan’s expression was serious and solemn, "No! She only asked Lu Zheng to hurry back!"

"Okay! I’ll leave right away! I should be able to catch that train!" Lu Zheng decided without hesitation. The quickest he could return to the provincial city from here would be tomorrow morning.

"Alright! I’ll drive you to the train station!"

As soon as Jiang Mingyuan finished speaking, Lin Xia immediately said, "Then I’ll come along!"

This sudden turn of events was unexpected for everyone. Lu Zheng had planned to stay here for another two days before leaving, but now he had to go immediately. She insisted on seeing him off!

All three of them had somber expressions as they got into the car. Lin Qiu had overheard some of the conversation. She watched the car speed away with furrowed brows, wondering about the old lady...

On the road, Jiang Mingyuan drove fast, with Lu Zheng and Lin Xia in the back seat.

With no specific details about the old lady’s condition and seeing Lu Zheng’s dark expression, Lin Xia took the initiative to hold his hand in reassurance, "Lu Zheng! Don’t panic! Your grandmother should be blessed with good fortune!"

She didn’t dare to believe that anything could happen to the old lady, but such things were unpredictable, especially given her advanced age.

"Yeah!" Lu Zheng’s inside was swirling with turmoil, but his face remained composed. He gripped her hand tightly, "Xiaoxia! Don’t worry yourself, it shouldn’t be anything serious!" He was afraid Lin Xia would overthink and blame herself. "It’s quite normal for someone my grandmother’s age to have sudden health emergencies!"

Lin Xia knew what he was thinking and changed the subject, "Try to smoke less on the road!"

"I will!" The two looked at each other, their eyes brimming with complex emotions.

Jiang Mingyuan glanced at them through the rearview mirror and drove on in silence.

The rest of the trip was quiet, with no one speaking again.

When they got to the train station, Jiang Mingyuan didn’t accompany them inside, offering to wait outside for Lin Xia instead.

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