You Owe Me, My Love

Chapter 290 Blessing

Gu Mingchen’s gaze fell upon her. Although he remained quiet, the space between them crackled with a tangible tension that spoke a thousand words.

This feeling was both familiar and foreign as it pressed down on her. Unable to bear the weight of his stare, she lowered her head.

“Did you enter the wrong room?” The person beside Gu Mingchen piped up, breaking the suffocating silence.

Bai Rong immediately turned to leave, but Chen Bin wrapped his fingers around her arm. “I’ll call and ask.”

Bai Rong nodded.

Chen Bin gave her a gentle smile and made the call, his eyes filled with adoration for her.

A phone rang on the other side of the door.

Lu Xingzhou walked in with his phone pressed to his ear. “Oh, you’ve arrived. Sorry, traffic was slow today,” he explained with an innocuous grin.

“Ms. Bai!” Lu Biao greeted excitedly.

“Ms. Bai,” his mother echoed, looking uncomfortable. The juxtaposition of Bai Rong rescuing her son and the two women’s animosity made for an awkward meeting.

Bai Rong bowed her head slightly in greeting. As far as formalities went, a nod of acknowledgment would suffice.

Upon noticing Lu Xingzhou, Chen Bin ended the call and said cordially, “It’s the peak hours after work, so it’s no surprise that you got caught in traffic. You reached just in time, Governor Lu. I was starting to think that we’re in the wrong room.”

“These are my friends. I’ll introduce you to each other.” Lu Xingzhou gestured at Gu Mingchen. “This is Chief Gu of the Special Forces Military Base.”

“Chief, this is Bai Rong, a renowned psychologist, and Chen Bin is the current director of our police forces. You’re elites, all of you! I was a nobody when I was your age,” Lu Xingzhou showered them with praises as he occupied a seat facing the door — the spot reserved for the host of the event.

Lu Biao took a seat to his left, whereas Gu Mingchen sat to the right of Lu Xingzhou, taking the most coveted seat in the room.

As they had made reservations, the dishes were quickly served. The excellent service was also attributed to the presence of the distinguished guests.

filled their

and did not hear the full story then. My negligence brought you much grief, so

mirrored his actions as a

that she held back information from Lu Xingzhou. Lu Xingzhou had made this toast in front of

Bai Rong smiled and accepted his toast, not only would the contract be extended, but it would come back to bite

etiquette and courtesy

back then?” Bai Rong countered before taking

prominent figures. Unease apparent on his face, he turned to his wife. “Did you tell

as she stammered, “I’m sorry, b-but my memory is failing

Bai Rong multiple times in hopes of getting rid of Bai Rong as Lu Biao’s tutor.

from my work. I am simply following the arrangements of the

shot a glare at his wife. He could not afford to lose his composure in front of so many people, so he plastered a

that you were busy, Governor Lu? I’m surprised that you’re free at noon,” Bai Rong remarked, the

busy I am, I still have to eat my meals, and repaying your kindness is something I can’t just put aside. It’s all thanks to you, Ms. Bai. Had it been someone else, my son might

If he really was the culprit, the consequences will come back to haunt him sooner or later. The opposite also rings true — justice will prevail for

that so?” Shocked, Lu Xingzhou whipped around to look at

your son refused to speak no matter who was questioning him,”

to you. I sincerely

Bai!” Lu Biao shouted unabashedly, “I

Mingchen’s eyes darkened with emotion as he looked at Bai Rong. He brought the glass to his lips and took a

the start, you’ve never needed my help. Others might doubt your abilities, but I believe in you completely. You will grow up to be a person of value. Remember this: Don’t make any detrimental mistakes, and don’t veer off course.” She raised her glass and looked meaningfully at

his eyes reddening as he choked, “Thank you,

glass on the

Lu Biao followed suit.

her glass,” Lu Xingzhou

up the wine bottle and walked

Bin, too, lifted his glass. “A toast to

“There’s no need for that. I

the heavens?” Chen Bin asked rhetorically as his

knew that it would