C27 Throw Her In

"So this is a secret purchase?"

"That's right, and I want you to do it for me." Lu Fengting acknowledged with a brief nod.

"I understand, sir."

Qian Feng turned on his heel and headed out. Halfway to the door, he paused in his tracks and mustered the courage to ask, "By the way, Mr. Lu, do you really consider Miss Xia as part of your family?"

Lu Fengting's fingers, which were gently tapping the keyboard, abruptly halted. He finally peeled his eyes away from the computer screen and gave Qian Feng a probing stare.

Qian Feng felt the blood drain from his face, and he looked down suddenly as if panic overwhelmed him. "I don't know if I'm in the position to say something, but..."

"I know what you're worried about."

Lu Fengting cut Qian Feng off halfway through his sentence and remarked in a sharp voice, "My goal is always going to be the same."

Qian Feng nodded and said, "Well, I'll stop now. I apologize if I speak too much, Mr. Lu. Please take it easy and make time for yourself to rest.” After talking, he turned around and left.

Now alone again in the dimly lit study room, Lu Fengting only turned on a table lamp. He reached out and gripped his coffee cup with both hands, sipping on the hot brew. His vision might have been slightly blurred, but his eyes were full of conviction.

The game was already in progress. No matter what the circumstances, he had to get the job done.

.....

Xia Yun got up early the next morning.

While they were having breakfast, she called the principal and requested a half-day leave in the afternoon.

“Mom, what are your plans for later? Where are you going? Lu Zhining probed.

"I have to go home and grab some clothes," Xia Yun answered, grinning sideways at him.

"What are you getting the clothes for?" he asked, glancing up at her curiously.

"I intend to stay here with you in the future, so I have to bring a lot of essential things,” Xia Yun said, and a slow grin crossed her face.

"You don't have to pack your clothes. Go to the mall and buy yourself new ones," Lu Fengting said matter-of-factly. Then he threw her a gold bank card.

Xia Yun's mouth took on an unpleasant twist as she glared at him. "I can afford to pay for my own clothes. I don't need your money." Then she snubbed Lu Fengting and focused on Lu Zhining, "Ning, I hope you'll do well in kindergarten today. Have a great time and play with your friends.”

Lu Zhining nodded and chuckled at her. "I know, Mom."

"Alright, I'll be on my way now. See you later." Xia Yun gave him a peck on the cheek before leaving.

Lu Zhining looked at the bank card on the table and said with distaste, "Lu Fengting, never assume that money is the answer to everything."

Lu Fengting snickered and rebutted, "You might want to focus on how to get along with other kids first." After delivering a playful banter, he fended off the scowl Lu Zhining shot at him as they exited the restaurant.

By the time they left the building, a car was already waiting outside the door.

I'm not going to the company today," Lu Fengting informed the driver after climbing into the car.

"Mr. Lu, where would you like to go now?" the driver asked, looking distinctly confused.

"I want you to go faster and catch up to that woman. Grab her and throw her in the car." Lu Fengting pointed at Xia Yun, who was walking down the street.

The driver gazed at Xia Yun speculatively, and he weighed her with a critical squint. “I see her, Mr. Lu.”

He stepped on the gas pedal, and the limited-edition Aston Martin Super sped toward Xia Yun's side. He gradually slowed down and pulled over on the side of the road. The driver went down and spoke politely. "Miss, please get in the car. "

Xia Yun was taken aback to see his face. "What do you mean?"

As she spoke, she cast a brief look in the car and frantically shook her head. She said in protest, "I'm not going in there. I'd rather walk and revel in the fresh air." In reality, she wanted to avoid staying alone with Lu Fengting. She didn't know if he'd get touchy inside the car.

"Please get inside, Miss." The driver looked a little flustered, but he remained steadfast in his order.

"That won't be necessary." Xia Yun brushed him aside with a hint of irritation in her voice.

The driver shook his head desperately and said, "Sorry but I'm just doing my job." When he was done speaking, he rushed in front of Xia Yun and lifted her over his shoulder.

Meanwhile, Lu Fengting opened the back door and pointed to the empty leather seat next to him. "Throw her in here.”

Xia Yun's scream was cut short when the driver dumped her next to Lu Fengting.