The Billionaire's New Wife in Chief

Chapter 705 - 184: Encountering Zuo Yuqing_2

It seemed that knowing his words had had an effect, Lu Jingchen finally let go of Song Qiao’s hand, and with a nod of his chin towards the seat next to him, he said, "Sit next to me."

Song Qiao, "..." Sit your sister.

"Jingchen?" Just then, a voice containing a hint of surprise reached them, a voice so familiar that even Song Qiao couldn’t help but frown slightly.

The rhythmic sound of high heels on the floor came from behind. Before Song Qiao could turn around to confirm if it was that person, she had already approached them. With a smile in her voice, she said, "I saw you two from outside. I thought I was seeing things. Are you just about to have a meal?"

Zuo Yuqing was wearing a dress paired with a western-style jacket on the outside. Initially, her face was half-hidden by large sunglasses that she had now taken off and was holding in her hand. Her red lips looked incredibly alluring, and coupled with her exquisite makeup, she truly lived up to her status as the National Goddess.

When Song Qiao turned her head and saw Zuo Yuqing clearly, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of admiration. Standing next to this woman, she felt as if her own presence was significantly overshadowed.

Since she wasn’t going to work but accompanying Ning Wan, Song Qiao didn’t bother with makeup when she left the house in the morning. After all, as best friends who had lived together, they had seen each other at their worst.

Her completely bare face was no match for someone with such sophisticated makeup; Song Qiao admitted defeat.

When Lu Jingchen saw Zuo Yuqing, he didn’t seem too surprised and maintained his indifferent expression, responding with a grunt, before asking, "Did you come out alone?"

"No, I came out with my agent. But she went to buy my favorite pastries. I was actually waiting for her outside, and when I saw you guys here, I just came in to take a look," Zuo Yuqing said with an ever-present smile. Since they were nearly in the corner of the restaurant, not many people were paying attention to them. Besides, the restaurant was backed by someone with quite a reputation; so the guests didn’t dare to make a scene, and Zuo Yuqing wasn’t worried about being recognized by fans and drawing a crowd.

Zuo Yuqing turned her gaze to Song Qiao, her face beaming with a brilliant smile, and she reached out her hand unexpectedly, saying sincerely, "Song Qiao, I’m sorry about what happened before."

Song Qiao looked somewhat dazed at the hand stretched out in front of her, momentarily at a loss for words, she asked blankly, "What?"

"I’m sorry for the incident that caused you to get injured and hospitalized," Zuo Yuqing said, taking her hand directly, her expression one of genuine remorse.

It was only then that Song Qiao belatedly realized what Zuo Yuqing was referring to—the past incident at Huayi Media where she had gotten injured during an audition with An Ke and others.

Song Qiao was utterly confused by this sudden apology from Zuo Yuqing and subconsciously felt that there must be an ulterior motive.

However, seeing the profoundly sincere smile on the other woman’s face, she thought she might be overthinking it and forced a smile in return, replying, "It’s okay. You were injured too at the time. We were both victims."

It had been so long since the incident that she had almost forgotten about it.

Lu Jingchen, as if he had anticipated it, looked up at Zuo Yuqing and asked, "Do you want to join us for the meal?"

"No need," Zuo Yuqing declined with a smile, glancing at her watch before continuing, "I have to rush to a show soon, and I’m running out of time. I’ll eat back at the set, so I won’t stay and be the third wheel here."

After speaking, Zuo Yuqing turned to Song Qiao again with a smile, "I heard from Jingchen that you two are about to get married. Can I be a bridesmaid at your wedding? I’ve never been one in my life."

Song Qiao was stunned and didn’t fully grasp what was going on for a moment. However, upon seeing Zuo Yuqing’s radiant and somewhat pleading smile, she nodded somewhat bewilderedly.

It wasn’t until after Zuo Yuqing had left that Song Qiao finally came to her senses and turned her gaze directly to Lu Jingchen, asking, "What she just said, that you told her we are about to have a wedding?"

As the main character, how was she unaware of this?

Lu Jingchen’s expression remained unchanged as he picked up a cup of plain water, took a sip, set down the cup, and then looked at her, "The wedding is being prepared. We have chosen the date already—next month, the 15th. You’ll come back with me tomorrow to meet my parents."

Song Qiao felt bewildered by the barrage of decisions, resting her hands on the table, staring at the unfazed face so close to hers, she took a deep breath and questioned, "Why didn’t you tell me beforehand?"

Lu Jingchen looked at her calmly, the sharp angles of his face conveying a gentle warmth. With barely parted lips, he spoke softly, "I intended it as a surprise, but Yuqing just happened to mention it."

Song Qiao, "..." This is not a surprise, but a shock, okay?

Their fingers entwined, the man continued to speak, his voice as calm as ever, "I promised you a wedding before. A promise is something to be fulfilled. Qiaoqiao, you are now the Young Mistress of the Lu Family; you have to get used to it sooner or later. Moreover, lots of things are going to happen, and I hope you can learn how to handle them by yourself."

Lu Jingchen didn’t spell it out, but he believed that Song Qiao would understand his meaning and prepare herself mentally.

The Young Mistress of the Lu Family must have the ability to stay calm in any situation. Song Qiao was not yet familiar with these protocols, and if the old folks of the Lu Family grew restless, not only could Song Qiao be hurt, but they might also use her to leverage him.

——Side note——Update at 2000 hours tonight. If there are new book reviews, I’ll add another Chapter; otherwise, I’ll feel like no one is reading.