Being Difficult

The light source projected above the dining table outlined the man's handsome face with well-defined facial features. His exquisite eyebrows were like a piece of art meticulously carved by the heavens, and he was so handsome that it was unreal.

Every time Jiang Jiu looked at him, she always felt illusory. If they weren't face to face now, she probably wouldn't have dreamed of having any interaction with Lu Jinxing.

Taking a deep breath, Jiang Jiu replied calmly, "Not bad."

The kind of class that this man had personally arranged was clearly a prank on her. Jiang Jiu naturally wouldn't refute it. Since he wanted to play, as long as it didn't exceed her bottom line, she could tolerate it.

Lu Jinxing pulled out a chair and sat down. He smiled at her. "Then teach me well."

Jiang Jiu picked up her chopsticks again and nodded.

The originally spacious dining table instantly became cramped because of Lu Jinxing's figure. The man's expression was elegant and calm, but his simple and ordinary eating actions were noble.

Since the day of the wedding, this was the first time Jiang Jiu had eaten at the same table as Lu Jinxing. She stared at the man beside her carefully. No matter how she looked at him, he was top-notch.

Husband and wife should have the sweetest relationship, but she and he were destined to be insulated from sweetness from the beginning. She knew very well that Lu Jinxing despised and hated her in his heart. However, life had to continue. She was not someone who blamed herself. She would only put on armor and protect herself.

For two consecutive days, Lu Jinxing returned home on time every night. Jiang Jiu couldn't guess his thoughts and could only brace herself to deal with him. Fortunately, he didn't make things difficult for her. The two of them got along quite calmly.

Since autumn began, the number of cases in the law firm had gradually increased. Jiang Jiu began to take over some substantive cases and was quite excited. Back then, she memorized the codes day and night and was only waiting for the moment when she could uphold justice.

She was especially happy to achieve her dream.

As soon as the lunch break arrived, Jiang Jiu suddenly received a call. She looked at the number and answered as she recorded it. "Miss Jiang, you're up?"

On the other end, Jiang Xi's voice was strange. "Jiujiu, I saw your husband at the Shang Pin Clubhouse. He's with a famous model."

Husband?

Jiang Jiu hesitated for a moment before reacting. Before she could explain, the other party exploded. "F*ck, I thought you picked up a treasure. It turns out that Lu Jinxing is also a big scumbag!"

"I'll tear his face off now!"

"Jiang Xi, don't act rashly…"

The call ended. Jiang Jiu's eyelids twitched. Jiang Xi had a fiery temper. If she did anything extreme to Lu Jinxing, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Jiang Jiu picked up her car keys and rushed out of the law firm. Soon, she drove to Shang Pin Clubhouse.

In the prime location of the city center, there were all kinds of high-end clubs around. Shang Pin was also membership-based, and the annual fee was not less than seven figures.

"I'm sorry, please show me your invitation." The waiter stopped Jiang Jiu and examined her.

Today, someone booked the entire venue for a private birthday party. Jiang Jiu frowned and took out her phone to call Jiang Xi, but she didn't answer.

"Jiu."

Jiang Jiu turned around and saw Jiang Ran dressed fashionably with a red gift box in her hand.

"Why are you here?" Jiang Ran walked forward with a smile.

"Sister."

Jiang Jiu frowned and said in a low voice, "My friend drank too much. I'm here to bring her back."

"I see." Jiang Ran said to the waiter at the side, "We're together."

"Miss Jiang, please." The waiter politely stepped aside. The big star, Jiang Ran, was a regular here.

The banquet hall on the third floor was luxuriously decorated. There were flowers, balloons, and a huge nine-story cake. There was a photo placed at the entrance, which was especially eye-catching. It was the birthday party of the daughter of one of the richest families in Yun City, the Gu family. No wonder it was so ostentatious. Jiang Jiu was not in the mood to look around. She only wanted to find Jiang Xi as soon as possible.

"Jiu." Jiang Ran raised the gift box in her hand and smiled at her sister. "It's Anning's birthday today. Do you want to go over and greet her?"

"There's no need." Jiang Jiu rejected her decisively. Jiang Ran didn't force her. She took the gift and walked far away to deliver the blessings.

The atmosphere in the banquet hall was high. Jiang Jiu searched all the way in. There was a crowd not far ahead. Although there was a distance between them, she could quickly recognize the man's perfect side profile.

After all, last night, she had stared at that face and been on guard all night.

At this moment, Lu Jinxing's every move was earth-shattering. The woman standing beside him was tall and had an outstanding temperament. She was indeed the popular model in the scandal a few days ago.

Jiang Jiu was not surprised at all. She had already agreed with Lu Jinxing that she would not ask about his life outside. She secretly heaved a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Jiang Xi had not messed around.

In front of the dining table not far away, Jiang Xi stared straight ahead and clenched her fists. Jiang Jiu saw this and grabbed her. "Jiang Xi, don't do anything rash."

"Jiujiu?" Jiang Xi blinked in surprise when she saw her good friend suddenly appear in front of her.

"Let's talk outside."

Jiang Xi's face fell and she whispered, "Darling, I've let you down."

Hearing her say this, Jiang Jiu's heart skipped a beat. She still had lingering fears about Shi Yi's matter last time. She didn't dare to let Jiang Xi provoke him anymore. "What did you do?"

"I didn't do anything." Jiang Xi pouted and pointed not far away. "Oh my god, why is Lu Jinxing so good-looking?"

"Oh, this is the first time I've seen Lu Jinxing in person."

"That face, that figure…"

"Ahhh, I really can't do it. His face is too handsome and perfect. I can't bear to hurt him~~"

"…"

Jiang Jiu was speechless. Not only was this girl delusional, but she was also obsessed with looks. It was good that she didn't make a move. She lowered her head and smiled. She pulled Jiang Xi and turned to leave.

"Who are you?"

Gu Anning was dressed in a flamboyant red dress and her makeup was exquisite. A cold smile gradually appeared in her eyes. She recognized this woman. Not long ago, at Lu Jinxing's wedding, she remembered that face at a glance.

Although she didn't know Gu Anning, Jiang Jiu had more or less heard of her. If she hadn't appeared, it would probably be the daughter of the Gu family who married into the Lu family.

"Miss Gu." Jiang Jiu smiled faintly as a greeting. When she turned to leave, she was stopped again.

"It's my birthday today. Don't you even have a blessing?"

Jiang Jiu didn't want to make enemies. Even though she could tell that she was deliberately making things difficult for her, she still maintained a smile. "Happy birthday."

Gu Anning was still dissatisfied. Jiang Xi was about to speak when she was stopped by Jiang Jiu's gaze. This Miss Gu was clearly here for her!

Gu Anning raised her head, her face filled with disdain. "Master Zhang read my fortune for me a few days ago and said that if I want to have a smooth year this year, all the guests at the birthday party have to prepare gifts."

With that, she reached out to Jiang Jiu. "Where's your gift?"

The daughter of the Gu family had always been spoiled and domineering. Usually, no one in the circle dared to provoke her. She deliberately raised her voice to attract everyone's attention.

Although Jiang Jiu had already married into the Lu family, the Lu family did not publicize it openly, so almost no one knew her identity as the Third Young Mistress of the Lu family.

The commotion here successfully attracted everyone's attention. Lu Jinxing had one hand in his pocket and glanced from afar. He suddenly saw Jiang Jiu standing in the crowd.