Chapter 157: Anyone who calls me sister-in-law, I will protect

157 Anyone who calls me sister-in-law, I will protect.

These days, Tushan Jiu is either buying knives on credit, or on the way to buy knives on credit.

She has walked through every district of Nan Cheng.

The ledger also increased by eighteen pages (one page per account).

Looking at this white ledger in her hand, only a few pages left, she couldn't help feeling a bit of a headache.

She needs to settle the accounts quickly.

Coincidentally, Xie Shiyu said that Qi Chen and the others had returned yesterday, and they had arranged to have lunch together at noon.

Last time, Qi Chen had Xie Shiyu ask her what the payment was, and she casually said one dollar.

Just like helping Zhang Xuefeng catch that human trafficker, the nameless heroes behind the country—although she cannot completely change their fate, since the heavens have let her meet them, it signifies a karmic connection, and they are people she is meant to save.

She lacks nothing; resolving the karmic debt is enough.

Qi Chen understood implicitly.

One arm, one dollar.

Although he doesn't understand metaphysical matters, he also knows that Tushan Jiu isn't doing it for his sake, but because of the clothes they wear.

Even though the amount is small, he didn't directly transfer money; instead, he treated them more formally and prepared to settle the accounts on the spot.

They agreed to meet at a Chinese restaurant.

When Xie Shiyu and Tushan Jiu arrived, Lu Ze Yuan also happened to be at the entrance.

Perhaps knowing the gathering would only be the few of them, he didn't slick back his big hairstyle, didn't wear a tie with his shirt, and even his expression was much more relaxed.

However, the fatigue from a day's work was still evident.

After all, things are different now; he alone supports a large enterprise of over ten thousand people.

Even so, his innate nature remains.

Only in front of familiar people can Lu Ze Yuan temporarily not be 'Lu Zong'.

So upon seeing Xie Shiyu and Tushan Jiu, he first greeted them.

Then he couldn't help but launch into a furious rant.

Last time at Xiao Yingwei's family reunion banquet, because the occasion wasn't appropriate, otherwise he would have already found a friend to vent to.

He also said that he used to think Xie Shiyu had it easy, but now he's doing fine—himself busy as a dog every day.

Work is either signing documents or attending meetings, and after work there are all kinds of social engagements.

He's so busy he doesn't even have time to date.

Fortunately, Old Master Lu's health has been good lately, and when he's free he also teaches him many business matters.

Lu Ze Yuan and Xie Shiyu were chatting, Tushan Jiu didn't interject much, and was led along by Xie Shiyu.

The manager who had been waiting at the door came forward warmly and greeted them: 'Mr. Xie, Miss Tushan, Mr. Lu, Mr. Qi and Mr. Kang are already waiting in the private room; please come this way!'

Xie Shiyu and Lu Ze Yuan nodded, responded with an 'en', and continued their conversation.

The private room was on the top floor; upon arrival they opened the private room door.

Qi Chen and Kang Yan were sitting and talking.

Seeing them arrive, both stood up.

Tushan Jiu's gaze fell upon Kang Yan.

His age is the youngest among them, like a neighbor's big boy.

Qi Chen walked over with him and said, 'Sister-in-law, this is Kang Yan; he wants to thank you in person.'

Kang Yan's character is also not good with words; he stood very straight.

He extended his hand to greet Tushan Jiu: 'I'll call you sister-in-law just like Chen-ge and them; hello, sister-in-law, I'm Kang Yan, thank you for your help.'

Tushan Jiu half-clasped his hand, saying, 'You're welcome, and thank you for your hard work.'

She wouldn't stand on ceremony even if there were more; let's leave it at that.

Xie Shiyu naturally understood Tushan Jiu, loosely put his arm around her waist and guided her to the seats: 'Alright, we're all our own people; let's sit down first.'

He also pressed the service bell, and the waiter outside pushed the door open and came in.

Xie Shiyu said, 'Let's order the dishes first; Jiujiu will be hungry soon.'

Kang Yan widened his eyes, then turned to look at Qi Chen and Lu Ze Yuan.

The two simultaneously shrugged, meaning they were used to it.

Kang Yan swallowed.

Although his relationship with Xie Shiyu and Lu Ze Yuan isn't that close.

But he has known them for several years, so naturally he knows a bit about their temperaments.

He has been carrying out missions for about half a year.

How come he feels like he doesn't know them even after returning?

After everyone was seated.

Xie Shiyu handed the tablet the waiter brought over to Tushan Jiu, letting her order what she likes.

He chatted with them and asked Kang Yan, 'Xiao Yan, can you take some time off this time?'

Kang Yan nodded, 'Hmm, after I finish the handover upon returning, I need to undergo a period of psychological evaluation, and then depending on the results, this period will be my vacation.'

Xie Shiyu: 'The evaluation should be fine, right?'

Kang Yan shook his head: 'The psychological evaluator said staying on the front line should be fine.'

Upon hearing that, Xie Shiyu nodded.

They could all sense that Kang Yan really likes staying in the troops.

Lu Ze Yuan fiddled with the lighter in his hand; he's been smoking more frequently lately, but because Tushan Jiu is present, he refrains, just turning the lighter in his hand for fun.

He and Kang Yan said, "Little Yan really scared us to death; last time we received your death notice, I was really sad for a long time; this year I still thought about waiting for your memorial day to go see you together."

Kang Yan scratched his head, looking helpless, "Sorry, I made everyone worry."

"What are you apologizing for? Knowing you're still alive is better than anything, and you really are this." Lu Ze Yuan gave Kang Yan a thumbs up.

Qi Chen also smiled, just like Lu Ze Yuan, and gave a thumbs up.

Xie Shiyu also nodded.

Tushan Jiu looked up and just happened to see it.

She pursed her lips and smiled, also giving Kang Yan a like.

Xie Shiyu saw her action, chuckled softly, his eyes full of tenderness.

Kang Yan felt a bit embarrassed.

He was originally an orphan, the state raised him to adulthood, and he wanted to repay the country.

So right after graduating high school, he chose to enlist in the military.

I originally thought I was alone, so even if I really died in a foreign country, it wouldn't matter.

But I didn't expect that someone could still feel sad for his death.

Kang Yan felt warm in his heart.

To be honest, he originally thought they were all wealthy businessmen, profit-driven, and that someone like him, an orphan with no parents, merely knowing them through Qi Chen, they wouldn't take him to heart.

But seeing this, it turned out he was prejudiced.

After ordering, the dishes came up shortly.

The waiter was about to pour drinks for everyone, but Kang Yan stopped him, took the wine bottle and personally poured drinks for them.

After pouring, he didn't sit down, picked up his own cup, and toasted Tushan Jiu: "Sister-in-law, this first cup I toast to you, thank you; if it weren't for you, I definitely wouldn't have come back safe and sound; I'm not good with words, I can't say much, only say that if you ever need anything from me, just let me know, I'll definitely do my best."

Tushan Jiu smiled, picked up her cup, and said boldly: "You don't need to be so polite; anyone who calls me sister-in-law, I'll protect."