Transmigrated into a female-oriented novel, and put an end to the domineering CEOs all over the city

Once this thought arises, all the previous irrationality instantly becomes reasonable.

He knew that Chen Xinghai was a rich second-generation and would be of great use in the future.

He knew he would eventually be kicked out, so he was making plans in advance to prepare a way out for her.

He was subtly telling her: even if you are no longer a member of the Lu family, you still have the Chen family to rely on.

Brother...you really are...

Xu Na's expression changed uncontrollably, from shock to realization, and then to an almost overflowing emotion.

Lu Jingxiu frowned slightly as he watched the changes in her expression on her face, which resembled a slideshow.

This little sister of mine... is she a bit out of her mind today? It's such a small thing, it's either do or don't, why is she hesitating like this?

He thought Xu Na was unwilling or had concerns.

After all, I'm assigning her tasks, so it's understandable that she might feel a little uncomfortable.

So she softened her tone and reassured him, "Don't worry, it's just acting. I'll make it clear to Chen Xinghai beforehand so he won't have any improper thoughts about you. You don't need to do anything real, just have a meal together occasionally and post a few things on your WeChat Moments."

Xu Na pursed her lips.

She understood the hidden meaning in Lu Jingxiu's words.

He was distancing himself from her; he was telling her that this wasn't a blind date and she shouldn't feel pressured.

He was afraid she would feel embarrassed or resistant to interacting with strange men, so he said it was just acting, hoping she would naturally interact with this rich second-generation and gradually develop feelings for him.

Brother...you've thought of everything for me so thoroughly.

In my past life, I deceived and took advantage of you, and yet in this life you still plan for me like this...

Thinking of this, Xu Na looked at Lu Jingxiu, her eyes uncontrollably reddening, and her nose tingling.

Seeing that Xu Na still didn't speak and was just staring at him with that strange look, Lu Jingxiu felt a little uneasy, but mostly helpless.

He thought for a moment, then adopted a more earnest, elder brotherly tone and continued to advise:

"Nana, let me tell you, Chen Xinghai's family business is one of the top in Bashi. And you've seen him yourself, he's honest and doesn't have any bad intentions. Just consider it making a friend, you won't lose out."

"Just think of it as helping your brother out. After all, he's my friend, and I can't bear to see him continue to be made a fool of by that woman. Besides," he paused, his tone becoming even more earnest, "if anything happens to you in the future, he can help you. Having more friends means having more options."

He picked up the glass on the table, took a sip of his drink to moisten his throat, then put the glass down and summarized in a tone of someone who had been through it all:

"You're still young, you might not understand. Just trust me this once, and you'll understand later..."

That's the sentence.

You'll find out later.

Xu Na's pupils contracted sharply, and a storm raged in her heart.

In his previous life, Lu Jingxiu never praised anyone, much less patiently promoted anyone to others.

His tone now clearly indicated that he was solemnly telling her that this person was someone she could entrust her life to.

He truly knew his fate, which is why he went to such lengths to arrange a way out for her.

He feared that he would be kicked out of the Lu family in the future, left alone and destitute, burdened with debt, and eventually killed by someone, so he found himself a powerful backer in advance.

Even if she loses everything in the future, as long as she gets connected with the Chen family, or even becomes their daughter-in-law, all those huge debts and the desperate situation of having nothing will be easily resolved.

She can still enjoy a life of luxury and have loved ones who love and protect her.

"If anything happens to you in the future" refers to your identity being exposed and being kicked out of the Lu family.

"He can also help" refers to the Chen family's financial resources and influence, which can resolve her debts and predicament.

"You'll understand later" means that when that day comes, she will understand the painstaking arrangements he made today.

I see... I see!

That seemingly absurd phone call this morning, the earnest persuasion at lunch, and the patient, almost tedious, explanations—it turns out, it was all paving the way for her.

He didn't know that he, like him, had also been reborn.

He knew everything, but said nothing; he simply protected her silently in his own way.

When the words "You'll find out later" fell into her ears, Xu Na's tense emotions completely broke down.

She suddenly stood up from the chair and took a long stride forward.

She straddled Lu Jingxiu's lap, wrapped her arms tightly around his neck, and threw herself into his arms.

Her eyes were red, and warm tears rolled down her cheeks uncontrollably, soaking the collar of his shirt.

"Brother..." Her voice was thick with emotion, choked with sobs, and her body trembled slightly. "Thank you... thank you for everything you've done for me..."

The soft, fragrant body suddenly entered his arms, and Lu Jingxiu froze.

My arm was hanging in mid-air, and I didn't know where to put it.

The chair creaked slightly from the sudden increase in weight, and Xu Na's warmth and faint fragrance enveloped him instantly.

Although he didn't understand why his adopted sister was suddenly so emotional and reacting so strongly, he couldn't just push her away since she was crying so hard.

He could only awkwardly pat her back lightly.

"It's nothing, it's nothing," he said dryly. "It's my duty, you're my sister."

He thought that the younger sister must have understood his deeper meaning, knowing that he was finding her a reliable long-term meal ticket and a protective umbrella, which is why she was moved to tears.

Yes, I understand.

He smelled the faint fragrance from the girl's hair in his arms, held her for a while, and when he felt it was about time, he prepared to push Xu Na away from him.

This is my own sister, I can't just hug her like that, and this posture... is really inappropriate.

Before he could even exert any force, Xu Na moved slightly, burying her face in the crook of his neck, her lips almost touching his neck, and whispered, "Brother... but you know how I feel..."

Hmm? A sentiment?

Lu Jingxiu was taken aback.

What's the meaning of this? This little sister of mine... has someone she likes? Who is it?

Could they be someone from Badu University?

This school is extremely complicated; his sister can't possibly be a supporting female character...

Lu Jingxiu pondered to himself, preparing to find some time to have someone inquire about it.

Before he could figure it out, Xu Na suddenly lifted her head from the crook of his neck. Her face was still streaked with tears, her eyes and the tip of her nose were red, and she looked at him with teary eyes, sobbing softly:

"Brother, I have a question for you."

Her voice was very serious.

"Tell me the truth."

"How did you die?"

Lu Jingxiu: "..."

Lu Jingxiu: "...???"