Chapter 21: MrsLu, aren't you planning to return to the master bedroom tonight?

Evening at six o'clock, the restaurant of Yu Jing Zun Di.

The three sat at a square table, two distinguished men facing each other, with Xie Wantang sandwiched between them.

For Qin Muyang, this was the first time they had met Lu Yanshen, the brother‑in‑law.

But at first glance, seeing Lu Yanshen's face, a storm of turmoil rose within him.

He outwardly kept his composure and calm, so that neither Lu Yanshen nor Xie Wantang could see his inner activity.

"This is Lawyer Qin, and this is my husband, Lu Yanshen," Xie Wantang introduced the two solemnly.

"Lawyer Qin."

"President Lu."

The two greeted each other with a light handshake, then went their separate ways to sit down.

"I have long heard of Lawyer Qin's reputation; as far as I know, his career has never taken a divorce case," Lu Yanshen began proactively.

"Yes, for me, divorce cases hold no challenge, so I have never taken one," Qin Muyang admitted, his eyes blazing as he stared into Lu Yanshen's deep gaze, neither giving an inch.

"Lawyer Qin, does that mean you would find our divorce challenging?" Lu Yanshen asked with a light smile.

"At first I didn't think so, but now that I see President Lu, I do find it rather challenging," Qin Muyang replied calmly.

Xie Wantang: "……"

Xie Wantang was stunned; she might not know Lu Yanshen well, but she knows her older brother intimately, and his words felt oddly off to her.

"I'm curious, Lawyer Qin, why did you feel challenged upon seeing me? Could you elaborate?"

Qin Muyang snapped his fingers, "No rush, President Lu, we're fortunate to gather at one table; let's eat first and chat while we do."

"Very well, Lawyer Qin has traveled from Haishi; we, as a couple, invite you," Lu Yanshen said graciously, displaying his gentlemanly demeanor to the fullest.

"Then I shall accept your hospitality," Qin Muyang replied without declining.

Xie Wantang wanted to glare at her older brother, wondering why he wasn't inviting Lu Yanshen to eat on her behalf.

The two could not possibly have formed such a deep mutual appreciation after just one meeting, could they?

Don't tell her, after this meal her older brother will advise her not to divorce Lu Yanshen.

At this moment, Xie Wantang could not have imagined that whatever she thought would come true.

The waiter entered; the two distinguished gentlemen yielded to each other, and Qin Muyang gave a solid reason, "President Lu, please order for MrsLu. If everything you order is what MrsLu loves, then this divorce case will indeed be quite interesting."

"Is that so? What if what I order isn't what my wife loves?" Lu Yanshen asked with a smile.

"If President Lu doesn't even know what MrsLu likes to eat, then MrsLu's divorce from you would not be unjust at all, and this divorce case wouldn't need a judge's ruling; we could settle it out of court."

"……"

One must admit, Qin Muyang's eloquence was impressive.

He sounded quite reasonable.

Only, at this moment Lu Yanshen did not know that Qin Muyang's words were a test of him in his capacity as his brother‑in‑law, not from the standpoint of a lawyer.

Lu Yanshen stopped refusing, closed the menu, and named a few dishes.

"Longjing shrimp, clear‑braised lion's head, spicy chicken cubes, Liangxi crispy eel, fish‑flavored shredded pork, another spicy hot pot, and a yam and pork rib soup, thank you."

"You're welcome, President Lu," the waiter replied.

Lu Yanshen pushed the menu toward Qin Muyang, "We, as a couple, want these; Lawyer Qin, please order what you like."

"Alright."

Upon hearing Lu Yanshen list those dishes, Xie Wantang fell silent.

She wasn't picky; she could eat anything, but she still had her own favorites.

Although Lu Yanshen hadn't listed all of her favorites, these dishes fell within her preferred range.

They could be counted among her most liked dishes.

Qin Muyang casually ordered two vegetables: a triple‑style tofu and a stir‑fried greens.

When returning the menu to the waiter, he slipped a glance at Xie Wantang while Lu Yanshen wasn't looking.

However, Xie Wantang, flustered by Lu Yanshen's actions, didn't even notice Qin Muyang's meaningful glance.

During the meal, the two men grew increasingly in sync, while Xie Wantang was lost in her own thoughts, never joining their conversation.

During that time, Lu Yanshen took two phone calls, stepping out each time for about five minutes.

When Lu Yanshen left the private room for the second time, Qin Muyang said to Xie Wantang, "Tang Bao, this marriage can't be dissolved for now."

"Why? Big brother—"

"I'll explain later."

"……"

After that, Lu Yanshen returned and stayed until the dinner ended, but Xie Wantang never received her older brother's explanation.

Finally, Lu Yanshen paid the bill, and the couple rode in a car driven by Pei Xiao back to the Lu Family; Qin Muyang not only didn't object, but also told Lu Yanshen, "President Lu and MrsLu truly share a deep, devoted love."

Lu Yanshen smiled.

Xie Wantang, with her small face, truly didn't understand how her older brother could say such a thing.

He knew she and Lu Yanshen were already set to divorce, didn't he?

All the way, Xie Wantang's mood remained low.

Conversely, Lu Yanshen's mood was quite high.

"MrsLu, Lawyer Qin was invited by you; his earlier words—does that count as a pre‑battle defection? I guess he might not represent you in this divorce case."

Xie Wantang, who had been looking down, lifted her head and glared at him, "……"

She was angry, yet she had to admit that Lu Yanshen's summary was spot‑on.

Her older brother was indeed a pre‑battle turncoat.

Hmph, soon she must force him to give her a perfect explanation, or she'll report him to their parents.

President Lu, don't be so overconfident; besides, if Lawyer Qin won't take the case, there are plenty of other lawyers who will, right?

But Lawyer Qin is the best lawyer; MrsLu came all the way back to Haishi just to hire him—wasn't it for his reputation?

You're overthinking it.

Xie Wantang couldn't be bothered to explain to him.

Her older brother volunteered to help her with the lawsuit; she didn't ask him to.

Moreover, she always felt that her divorce from Lu Yanshen didn't even need her older brother's heavy-handed approach.

But she never expected that her older brother's heavy-handed approach could also become dull.

After that, all the way to the Lu Family residence, neither of them spoke again.

Pei Xiao parked the car at the main gate; Xie Wantang stepped up the stairs, unlocked the door with her fingerprint, went inside, and changed her shoes.

Lu Yanshen followed behind; Li Ma came up and asked if they wanted a late-night snack, but Xie Wantang didn't answer, and Lu Yanshen told them to go rest.

After Xie Wantang changed her shoes, she went straight upstairs.

Before she even reached the second floor, Lu Yanshen caught up and said, "MrsLu, aren't you planning to go back to the master bedroom tonight?"