Qu Xiangru's phone kept ringing; it was her third uncle calling.

She set it to silent and put it back in her pocket, ignoring it.

Jiang Xiuwen had made dozens of calls, all unanswered, and his face was dark.

He walked over to the Old Lady, who was talking with the Lu Family, and whispered in her ear, "The phone can't get through."

The Old Lady maintained her smile, nodded slightly, and said nothing.

After chatting with the Lu Family for a while longer, she excused herself and went to her study to make a phone call.

"Lao Qi, has the issue been resolved?"

"Not yet." Lao Qi, a middle-aged man driving a Mercedes G-Class, coughed lightly and said, "The kid's hiding in the village, it's not easy to make a move right now."

The Old Lady asked, "Is Qu Xiangru at his house?"

"Yes."

"Send me the address."

She hung up the phone.

The Old Lady returned to the living room.

The Lu Family had three people visiting today.

The second son of the Lu family, Lu Yuan.

And his wife, Yang Hui.

Also, Lu Yuan's second son, Lu Shaqing.

The Lu Family and Jiang Family are roughly equivalent in size and heritage.

The only difference lies in the political arena.

The Lu Family hasn't risen particularly high in politics.

Qu Xiangru, the Executive Deputy Governor, although the Lu Family thinks Qu Xiangru is already 31 years old and slightly older.

But this position is enough to offset her age.

The Old Lady sat down and suddenly sighed, looking apologetic, "Xiao Lu, it seems you may not be able to meet Xiangru today."

Lu Yuan said calmly, "Xiangru isn't in the Provincial City?"

The Old Lady chuckled bitterly, "Xiao Lu, I won't hide it from you, Xiangru has some matters to attend to."

Lu Yuan, 51 years old, as the second son of the Lu Family, has taken over many family businesses over the years, his ability to read people's expressions has long reached its peak.

Just by hearing the tone, he knew what was going on.

He smiled and said, "Xiangru is in love?"

The Old Lady sighed, "I'm not sure if it's love."

"She almost missed the New Year's Eve dinner yesterday, and only barely made it after I urged her multiple times, avoiding lateness."

"But she left immediately after the meal."

"I told her that she must come on time today, and now, she won't even answer the phone."

Lu Yuan laughed warmly, "Xiangru is still so young and excellent; it's normal to have many suitors."

The Old Lady said, "My granddaughter is actually very good in everything, just hasn't been in love, she's too innocent in matters of emotion. I've always guarded her strictly, but still couldn't prevent this. I just checked, and found she went to pay New Year's greetings at the other party's house early this morning... sigh."

For families of this level, the personal lives of men and women are not the focus.

The most important thing is alliance through marriage!

Of course, this needs to be avoided in appearance.

So even knowing Qu Xiangru stayed at Song Guanchao's house last night, she couldn't say it.

She only said she went there this morning.

Lu Yuan thought for a moment, then said, "Does the Old Lady know where that person's house is?"

"Of course I know."

"Then give me the address, I will take Shaqing to visit in person. It was a set meeting after all, regardless of whether she wants to develop with Shaqing, this visit must be made."

Lu Yuan asked, "What does the Old Lady think?"

The Old Lady brought this matter up directly, hoping he would personally visit and apply pressure on Qu Xiangru.

She knew very well that her granddaughter is a smart person who understands how to weigh pros and cons.

If the Lu Family personally visits her, she won't avoid meeting them.

Avoiding them would offend the other party.

For someone like an Executive Deputy Governor, offending a big family like the Lu Family is not a good idea.

The Old Lady stood up and said, "I'll go with you."

Lu Yuan stood up and said, "The Old Lady can stay at home; in the end, this is just my son courting Xiangru, no need for such a large commotion."

So, after obtaining Qu Xiangru's address, he led his wife and son out of the villa.

After getting in the car.

His wife Yang Hui, who had remained silent, said angrily, "Is the Jiang Family toying with us?"

Lu Yuan shook his head, "It has nothing to do with the Jiang Family. This marriage was initiated by the Jiang Family, they couldn't have done this. It must be because of Qu Xiangru. It seems that this outsider of the Jiang Family has some rift with them."

"Otherwise, she wouldn't dare embarrass the Jiang Family over such a significant matter."

Yang Hui snorted, "What's a Deputy Governor worth? To marry my son is a blessing accumulated over lifetimes! She actually ran off to a mountain village to see some unknown wild man!"

She looked at her son, "Shaqing, if you're angry, we won't proceed with this match!"

Lu Yuan didn't argue, but looked at his son, "Shaqing, what do you think?"

This son of his, although not the eldest grandson of the Lu Family, is extremely capable and talented.

In business, he has shown remarkable talent.

And in dealing with people and human relationships, he has very high emotional intelligence.

Moreover, his son is very proud.

Although the Lu Family desires political connections, if his son isn't willing, they wouldn't force him.

With his son's capabilities, finding a politically resourceful family for marriage isn't difficult.

Lu Shaqing responded with a calm tone, "Since the Jiang Family and Lu Family have decided on the marriage, Qu Xiangru is my woman. Even if it doesn't work out in the end, it can only be because I kicked her out!"

"Besides, I'd like to see what kind of extraordinary man this Governor Qu has chosen."

Learning that the reason Qu Xiangru couldn't come today was because she went to a man's house, Lu Shaqing's pride made him feel angry.

He, Lu Shaqing, is a rising star in business.

Many women flock to him.

No matter if she's the Deputy Governor, what of it?

Just as he said, since the marriage was already decided, in his mind, Qu Xiangru was already his woman.

Anyone who tries to get involved will face only one consequence, being driven out of Nanjiang Province!

If the man Qu Xiangru chose was truly from a great family, he might accept it.

But when he learned from the Old Lady that the man was merely a villager from a place under Lingjiang, he felt overwhelming anger.

A lowly villager dared to covet his woman?

Truly courting death!

Listening to his son's words, the couple nodded.

Lu Yuan instructed the driver, "Drive."

...

In Zhuxi Village, at home.

Mr. Chi, holding a chicken claw, had oil dripping from his mouth, "I haven't eaten this in so long, the old leader is really something, catching wild chicken in the snow."

Grandpa Chi laughed, "If you like it, I'll have Guan Chao go to the mountains to catch two more for you later."

Grandma glared, "Catch what? In the snowy weather, do you want to freeze my grandson to death? If you want it, catch it yourself!"

The two old men looked embarrassed, and Mr. Chi quickly said, "Sister-in-law, I didn't say anything, it was the old leader, nothing to do with me."

Grandpa glared, "Hey, I'm helping you..."

"Dang dang!"

Grandma tapped her chopsticks, "No talking while eating."

The two old men, together over one hundred and fifty years old, immediately shut their mouths and ate quietly.

The driver, watching, was shocked, even eating quietly, not daring to make a sound.

What kind of significant figures are hidden in this small village?

Qu Xiangru watched from the side, wanting to laugh.

Song Guanchao said, "Grandma, if Grandpa Chi wants to eat, I'll catch it for him. Wild chickens in the mountains are almost rampant, and by spring, they'll spoil the crops; I'll go catch some after the meal. Besides, Xiao Ru will be leaving later, let her take some too."

"Xiao Ru is leaving after the meal?" Grandma nodded, "Then catch a few more for Xiao Ru."

"Later I'll buy two old hens from next door and take them along."

Qu Xiangru waved her hands repeatedly, "Grandma, there's no need..."

"Listen." Grandma's word was final, and Qu Xiangru nodded compliantly without speaking.

Mr. Chi watched with fascination and a bit of envy.

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