"Are you saying that Lu Hongda will spread this news?" Bai Zhiqing asked upon hearing Lu Tianxing's words.

"It will certainly get out, but I believe this news won't come directly from his mouth. Rather, he'll unintentionally let someone else know and have them spread it."

Bai Zhiqing listened to Lu Tianxing, thought for a moment, and said, "According to what you're saying, what benefit does it bring him if he spreads this news? If I remember correctly, you once told me that the Lu Family always has a prodigious genius inherit the position of the family head. Since that's the case, Lu Hongda is not the prodigious genius of the Lu Family, so no matter how you and Lu Haoyue compete, it doesn't concern him. This brings him no advantage, so why would he do it?"

"Honey, you're right, but your point assumes that Lu Haoyue and I are still alive. What if both of us were dead?"

"Lu Tianxing, are you suggesting that Lu Hongda wants to use you against Lu Haoyue, and after you both perish together, he can naturally become the Lu Family head?"

"It's possible, but I'm not sure about it."

Lu Tianxing shook his head, since he wasn't a worm in Lu Hongda's stomach and couldn't know what he was thinking. However, one thing was certain: if Lu Hongda became his enemy, he wouldn't mind resorting to murder.

After observing Lu Tianxing's expression, Bai Zhiqing didn't ask any further questions. She gazed out the window, lost in thought.

When Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing returned to the Lu Family, it was already past two o'clock.

As they stepped out of the car, they heard a voice nearby, "Cousin, cousin-in-law, you're back."

Lu Tianxing instinctively followed the voice and saw Lu Haoyue walking out.

"Cousin."

Bai Zhiqing greeted him.

"Cousin-in-law, I'd like to speak with my cousin, is that okay?" Lu Haoyue said, looking at Bai Zhiqing.

"No problem."

Bai Zhiqing nodded slightly, then turned to Lu Tianxing and said, "Tianxing, I'll go see grandpa first.

"Okay!"

After Bai Zhiqing left, Lu Tianxing pulled a cigarette from his pocket, lit it, and tossed one to Lu Haoyue, smiling lightly, "Not spending time with your woman today? What's the occasion?"

Lu Haoyue caught the cigarette, flicked his finger to produce a flame, lit it, and took a puff, "Can't I see you without a reason?"

"No, I don't like men coming to me for no reason," Lu Tianxing said matter-of-factly.

"Get out of here, I don't like seeking men without reason either."

Lu Haoyue looked at Lu Tianxing with a vein popping, "I heard Uncle invited you for a meal today."

"Why, afraid I'll join forces with him against you?" Lu Tianxing smiled.

"I'm never worried about that because I'm the heir to the Lu Family headship. Even if you two join forces, it won't work. I'm not afraid of you," Lu Haoyue said, looking at Lu Tianxing with confidence.

"I'm just reminding you to be cautious of Uncle. He's not as simple as you think. Be careful he doesn't leave you with nothing," Lu Haoyue added with a heavy tone.

"Don't worry, do you think I'm easy prey?"

Lu Tianxing's eyes flashed coldly as he looked at Lu Haoyue, "You didn't wait here just to tell me that, did you?"

"No, I'm here to ask if you're free tonight to attend a party with me," Lu Haoyue said.

Lu Tianxing was slightly taken aback, "A party?"

"Yes, it's a party held by our circle. Are you interested?"

Lu Tianxing thought about it and didn't refuse, "Sure, I'd like to see the other elites in Jiangnan."

"Alright, tonight at eight-thirty, Red People Club. Here's an invitation," Lu Haoyue said, handing a jade-like invitation to Lu Tianxing.

"You're prepared? Are you a spokesperson sent by them?" Lu Tianxing asked suspiciously.

"You're overthinking it. It was sent to me, naming you specifically, so I thought I'd ask. If you don't want to go, feel free to toss the invitation," Lu Haoyue shrugged, unconcerned.

Lu Tianxing opened the invitation, noticing the invitee's name, and frowned, "You know Luan Hongyue?"

"What, you know her?" Lu Haoyue asked, puzzled.

Lu Tianxing shook his head, "Just met her once at a restaurant. I heard she has ties with Jiang Family's Jiang Haochen."

"Nonsense,"

Lu Haoyue scoffed, "Jiang Haochen is pursuing Luan Hongyue, but unfortunately, she's not interested. However, I have to say, she's a famous beauty in Jiangnan, and she's excellent at dealing with men. Yet, no man can take advantage of her, which shows her skills aren't simple. I'm just saying, cousin, you already have your cousin-in-law, don't fall for this woman's tricks. Her ambitions are huge, beyond your control."

Hearing that, Lu Tianxing's face darkened, "Get out of here, do you think I'm a philanderer? Loving every woman I meet?"

"Cousin, that's a bit much. Don't think I can't see it. When Mu Qingxue visited our Lu Family a few days ago, she gave you a peculiar look, full of resentment and mixed emotions. You must have wronged her."

"Get lost."

Lu Tianxing rolled his eyes, "I've received the invitation, and I'll check it out tonight."

"It's up to you."

Lu Haoyue waved his hand, "By the way, do you know how to get to the Red People Club? Do you need me to drive you there?"

"No need, I don't want to intrude on your couples' time," Lu Tianxing said.

After exchanging a few more words, Lu Tianxing pocketed the invitation and turned toward the backyard.

...

As night fell, it cast a thick shadow over the entire Suzhou, making the whole city seem blurred. Streetlights and colorful neon lights intertwined in the dusk.

At seven-thirty in the evening,

Lu Tianxing and Bai Zhiqing slowly walked out of the Lu Family, both wearing expensive evening attire.

Lu Tianxing wore a black suit, bought while Bai Zhiqing accompanied him around Suzhou. His white shirt and black bow tie at the neckline, with polished shoes that could serve as mirrors, added to his weathered face, making him a literal lady-killer.

Bai Zhiqing's outfit was equally stunning, with a blue evening dress showcasing her noble and aloof aura. Rather than dulling her charm, the moderately conservative attire only accentuated her outstanding elegance.

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