Lu Shao is cunning; Miss Nan has fallen for his tricks again.

Chapter 136 The Engagement Banquet is in Progress (Part 1)
"What's wrong with you today?" Lu Zhiyan asked, looking down.

Seeing that Nan Xu was still turning her head away from him, Lu Zhiyan forcefully pinched Nan Xu's cheek and said in a cold tone, "Look up at me."

Nan Xu looked up and met Lu Zhiyan's somewhat cold gaze. "Why are you in such a hurry to marry me?"

For a moment, Lu Zhiyan even doubted his ears, and he couldn't help but laugh.

Why are you in such a hurry to marry her?
Isn't it because he loves her?

"What kind of question is this?"

"What do you mean by that? How can this not be a problem?" Nan Xu asked immediately.

"Marrying you was something I decided a long time ago, and I asked for your opinion before, which you agreed to. So, is there any need to answer this question?" The coldness in Lu Zhiyan's eyes had dissipated, replaced by tenderness, and his movements became gentle.

Nan Xu was speechless, quietly looking into Lu Zhiyan's eyes.

She was overthinking it; she had never had anything for Lu Zhiyan to scheme against.

"You're right, I don't seem to have anything for you to scheme against," Nan Xu said calmly.

The Nan family has gone bankrupt. Although she is considered a member of the Lin family, she is not a true member of the Lin family.

His only assets were a few houses and a 50% stake in Xinghe Media.

Lu Zhiyan lacks nothing; the assets she owns are less than one percent of Lu Zhiyan's.

“You,” Lu Zhiyan answered seriously.

"What?" Nan Xu didn't hear clearly and asked again.

"You, all I've ever wanted is you." Lu Zhiyan slowly placed his other hand on Nan Xu's waist and pulled her close, pressing her tightly against him.

Nan Xu was embraced by Lu Zhiyan, her body pressed against his chest. The strong, powerful heartbeat resonated in her ears and in her heart.

"Will you still tolerate me after we get married? Just like now, whether I'm throwing a tantrum or being unreasonable, will you still tolerate and endure me?"

"I will," Lu Zhiyan replied firmly.

He knew very well that Nan Xu had never experienced love since childhood. Even if Lin Jing Shu gave all her love to Nan Xu, it still wasn't enough.

Nanxu had always lacked a sense of security. He and Nanxu had only known each other for less than four months. Getting engaged now was indeed fast, but he had a selfish motive: he wanted to keep Nanxu by his side forever and make up for everything he had missed over the years.

"I know you lack a sense of security, but it's okay, I will make up for everything you lack."

"You couldn't rely on me in the past, but for the rest of your life, I will always be a shoulder you can lean on and a safe harbor for you. If you feel that this life is not enough, then please allow me to be a little selfish and claim your next life as my own."

Upon hearing this, Nan Xu's eyes reddened slightly, and her voice trembled a little, "You said it yourself, you must treat me well. Otherwise, I will definitely divorce you."

"After we get engaged, I'll transfer all my personal assets to your name. Don't you like money? Consider it a little bit of security I'm giving you."

"Don't even think about divorce." Lu Zhiyan's voice was domineering and brooked no refusal.

"Why? You treat me badly, so I can't get a divorce?" Nan Xu broke free from Lu Zhiyan's embrace, her voice filled with doubt.

“That’s impossible.” As he spoke, Lu Zhiyan raised his hand and glanced at the time.

More than twenty minutes have passed in the short time we've been talking.

"It's almost time. We can talk about it when we get back tonight." With that, he picked up a shawl from the sofa and pulled Nanxu outside.

Nan Xu's dissatisfaction and anger had long since vanished, and she let Lu Zhiyan lead her away.

Once inside the courtyard, Lu Zhiyan first opened the passenger door for Nan Xu, and only got in after she did. As soon as he got in, Lu Zhiyan turned on the heater, but didn't dare set it too high.

The journey was quiet. Nan Xu kept her head down and didn't speak, while Lu Zhiyan only glanced at her a few times out of the corner of his eye.

Looking at the traffic lights ahead, the car gradually slowed down. "Is there any misunderstanding that I need to explain? Tonight is the engagement banquet, and I think you need to appear happy."

Nan Xu looked at Lu Zhiyan with a puzzled expression. "Doesn't my expression show that I'm happy?"

Lu Zhiyan stared at it for a moment before replying, word by word, "I really don't see what's making you happy."

Listening to Lu Zhiyan's words, Nan Xu lowered the sun visor mirror on the passenger side.

Upon closer inspection, her complexion was indeed not good.

When her face is expressionless, she always has a sour look on her face. But you can't really blame her, can you?
Nan Xu glanced at Lu Zhiyan and gave him a fake smile. "Is this okay? Does this make me look happy?"

Lu Zhiyan glanced at it, then laughed and said, "You can make that expression now, but you're not allowed to do it at the engagement banquet later, or people will think I forced you."

Upon hearing this, Nan Xu chuckled.

The atmosphere in the entire carriage began to become relaxed and cheerful.

After getting off the car, Nan Xu took Lu Zhiyan's arm and walked into the store. Yu Xin had seen them from afar and was already waiting on the first floor.

"Don't just stand there, you two, hurry up and go upstairs to get ready," Yu Xin said lazily, leaning against the wall.

Nan Xu smiled gently at Yu Xin, and Yu Xin responded politely. But when she turned to Lu Zhiyan, Yu Xin's face turned cold.

Lu Zhiyan sighed helplessly. If it weren't for the fact that Yu Xin was introduced by Huo Xingchuan, he wouldn't bother serving her.

For some reason, Huo Xingchuan had a sudden urge to introduce him to someone. He casually mentioned it to Huo Xingchuan, and Huo Xingchuan became incredibly enthusiastic, insisting on introducing him to someone.

If it weren't for Huo Xingchuan's recent heartbreak, he would have refused long ago. Fortunately, Yu Xin's judgment is indeed good; she'll just have to be patient.

After going up to the second floor, Nan Xu went to the first dressing room around the corner, while Lu Zhiyan turned around and went to the opposite side of Nan Xu's dressing room.

Today, not only Nan Xu is getting her hair done, but Lu Zhiyan is too. However, Nan Xu still needs to choose a suitable dress, while Lu Zhiyan is sticking to his ever-present black suit.

No matter what kind of dress Nan Xu chooses, Lu Zhiyan's black suit can match it.

Yu Xin led Nan Xu into the dressing room and first presented a row of dresses for Nan Xu to choose from.

“Miss Nan, please feel free to choose. These are all custom-made to your size and preferences. If you like them all, that's fine too; they will all be delivered to your home later,” Yu Xin said to the row of dresses.

Nan Xu looked up at the rows of dresses in front of her. They were indeed custom-made to her liking, and she liked them all.

Nan Xu carefully examined the dresses in front of her and chose one that suited her engagement party that evening.

She walked up to a white fitted dress and examined it carefully from top to bottom. It had an off-the-shoulder design with a cutout back, a simple front, but the back of the skirt was elaborately decorated with diamonds and small pearls.

"This one will do." Nan Xu pointed to the dress.

Yu Xin stepped forward, picked up the dress, and sincerely praised, "Miss Nan has excellent taste. This dress is indeed very suitable for tonight's engagement banquet."

"This is the fitting room, come this way." Yu Xin stretched out her hand to Nan Xu and led the way.

Nan Xu followed behind her, a faint smile on her face.

(End of this chapter)