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Chapter 38 - Even a Lady Can Retort
Chapter 38: Even a Lady Can Retort
Cao Yingying frowned, her almond eyes filled with sharpness: “Mr. Ye Chen, I’m not sure if you’re aware of the word ‘manners’, or is it that mocking others satisfies your pitiful self-esteem?”
A lady indeed, even in retort, she doesn’t resort to foul language, yet somehow manages to infuriate even more.
Ye Chen’s mocking smile froze, his face nearly twisted, with thick hatred flowing in his heart.
This was supposed to be an opportunity for Lu Li to be embarrassed, but with a single sentence from Cao Yingying, all attention shifted to Ye Chen.
One by one, the wealthy guests looked at Ye Chen with dissatisfaction. In such a public setting, why did Ye Chen behave as rudely as a clown?
“Brother, who did you bring along? So noisy,” Zhao Lu also glared at her brother with discontent.
She had a good impression of Ye Chen before, but after being repeatedly embarrassed, Zhao Lu felt particularly disgusted.
Zhao Shaotian: “…………”
Biting his teeth, Ye Chen couldn’t understand why things turned out this way. In his expectations, this banquet was supposed to be a great opportunity for him to make a name in the upper circles, not difficult with his abilities. Yet, it seemed cursed, with these women targeting him one after another.
Cao Yingying turned her head to look at Lu Li, who frowned slightly, and smiled: “It seems Mr. Lu Li hasn’t finished speaking. Now that there are no unrelated interruptions, you may continue.”
The stark difference in treatment made everyone ponder, infuriating Ye Chen to almost bite his teeth to pieces.
Why? What’s with these women, all of them smiling at Lu Li but humiliating me this way? Lu Li is just a wasteful second-generation heir of a family.
Lu Li admired the woman in front of him, indeed worthy of being the clever and elegant female supporting character in the story!
“Ordinary gifts, I’m sure Grand Master Cao has seen plenty. Even valuable items might not pique his interest. So, I thought, how about I give Grand Master Cao a pair of legs that could stand?”
Grand Master Cao’s eyes widened sharply, speaking for the first time since his arrival: “Young man, are you saying you want to cure my legs?”
“Exactly.” Lu Li replied calmly and confidently, showing no sign of being intimidated by the pressure from Grand Master Cao.
“Ha ha ha ha, you do have guts, young man. Many doctors have looked at my legs, but in the end, they couldn’t be cured. Careful not to embarrass yourself by making such claims here.”
Grand Master Cao laughed heartily. With his status, he wouldn’t publicly question a young man.
Besides, for the man his granddaughter liked, Grand Master Cao paid special attention.
“Since I, Lu Li, have said so here, naturally, I am confident.” Lu Li smiled gently, his confidence radiating, captivating Cao Yingying, who was closest to him.
She knew of Lu Li’s abilities; in her past life, he had cured her grandfather’s legs. This life, you’re finally not hiding anymore?
The soft glow in her eyes, the past Lu Li was numb, the only time she saw him genuinely smile was before his death. That smile seemed warm to Cao Yingying back then, but knowing it was his farewell to the world, she felt only sorrow.
But now, Lu Li was cheerful, and such a change made Cao Yingying very happy.
Her love should always be happy, not troubled by those detestable people.
“Ha ha ha ha, good, Yingying, bring this young man from the Lu family to me later.” Grand Master Cao teased his granddaughter with a wink.
As a grandfather, it’s time to see what my future grandson-in-law is capable of.
He trusted his granddaughter, and by extension, Lu Li as well.
Cao Yingying blushed again under her grandfather’s teasing gaze, shyly glancing at Lu Li.
Leaving Lu Li somewhat puzzled; things were going smoother than he expected.
From afar, Ye Chen scoffed disdainfully. How could Lu Li, this failure, know medical skills? It’s just for show, how laughable these women are, easily deceived.
Sneering at Lu Li.
“I’ll see how you’ll handle it if you can’t cure it. I don’t believe it. If you offend the Cao family, those women will still stand by your side.”
Zhang Ziqin bit her lips even harder.
“You actually know medical skills, and I didn’t know at all. Do I really not understand you?”
Lu Li knew all her preferences, but since she decided to actively pursue Lu Li under Su Bingqing’s encouragement, she suddenly realized how little she knew about the man she deeply loved.
Not even knowing how to pursue him.
Do I really have the right to say I love him?
Zhang Ziqin was sure of her feelings for Lu Li; she doubted herself.
Not knowing what he likes to eat, what he likes to do, what he enjoys watching. She was used to him always being behind her, yet she knew nothing about him!
Liu Menghan and Su Bingqing also turned their gaze to Lu Li, pondering when he learned medical skills.
As for whether Lu Li could do it, that wasn’t a consideration. Since Lu Li stated so, he must be confident.
The banquet continued, Grand Master Cao curious if Lu Li could cure him, but he wasn’t impatient like something.
Lu Li continued to casually enjoy the banquet, determined to make up for what he missed in his past life.
“Say, bro, are you really confident about curing Grand Master Cao’s legs? Don’t mess around with this, be careful not to bring trouble upon yourself.” Li Zichuan looked at Lu Li with concern.
Some things are better left undone, for mistakes can lead to misfortune.
“Don’t worry, if I weren’t capable, would I speak recklessly?” Lu Li smiled.
“When did you learn medical skills? I had no idea.” Seeing Lu Li so certain, then looking at him seemingly sane, Li Zichuan heaved a sigh, smacking Lu Li annoyingly.
“What, do I have to report to you? ‘Dear Brother Li Zichuan, your friend, I know medical skills, and I’m top-notch at it.'” He joked solemnly.
“Get lost with your nonsense.”
“Ha ha ha ha ha!”
“Mr. Lu Li is really good at medical skills; he’s been helping me recuperate recently.” Chen Xiaoyi interjected, frowning. Lu Li and Li Zichuan chatting as if she was an outsider was
unpleasant.
“Oh ho, so talented, why didn’t I see you offering to check me out, only looking after the young lady, huh!” Li Zichuan raised an eyebrow, surprised at Chen Xiaoyi, and complained to Lu Li.
“You’re not sick, what’s there to check?” Rolling his eyes at him, making trouble for nothing.
“Right, I’m in perfect health, I eat well, how could I be sick!”
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