Chapter 203: The Journey to the Capital City Nears, Preparations to Meet the In‑Laws Underway

Just then, a voice from outside the door—A Qiang—said, "Mr. Lu, shall we bring the luggage inside?"

"Bring it in," Lu Qingshan replied, then said to his wife, "Yue E, let me introduce a few people."

Soon, A Qiang and three other bodyguards walked in. All four were over 1.8 meters tall, dressed in matching black suits, with faint bulges at their waists—clearly members of a martial family.

"Yue E, this is A Qiang, my driver and bodyguard," Lu Qingshan introduced, "These three are A Yong, A Meng, and Ahu, all my bodyguards."

"Greetings, madam!" the four said in unison, their voices loud, movements perfectly synchronized, like soldiers.

Lin Yue'e was startled by the display and instinctively slipped behind Lu Qingshan. In her mind, only big figures in movies had bodyguards, and such professional ones at that.

"Hello," Lin Yue'e politely nodded, her voice a little trembling.

"Yue E, they're all good people, you needn't be nervous," Lu Qingshan said, arm around his wife's shoulder, "From now on they'll be responsible for our family's safety."

"Is this necessary?" Lin Yue'e asked worriedly, "We're not high officials; why so many bodyguards?"

"Of course it's needed." Lu Qingshan's expression grew serious, "Now our family has money, we must watch our safety. Hong Kong Island is a mix of all sorts of people. Moreover, I made over ten hundred million this time, surely some people are jealous."

Hearing the figure "over ten hundred million," Lin Yue'e felt dizzy again. Even though her husband had said it once, she still couldn't truly grasp what it meant.

After arranging for the bodyguards to stay in the side rooms, Lu Qingshan and Lin Yue'e returned to the main house. The two sat on the kang, hand in hand, speaking of the longing of the past two months.

"Qing Shan, how did you make so much money on Hong Kong Island?" Lin Yue'e asked curiously, "Over ten hundred million, huh? No one in our village can earn that much in a lifetime."

"Mainly investing in stock futures," Lu Qingshan said simply, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes, "Hong Kong Island has many opportunities; with foresight, making money isn't hard. Of course, the risk is great—one slip and you could lose everything."

"Will you still go to Hong Kong Island in the future?" Lin Yue'e asked worriedly, "I've heard it's dangerous there, people get kidnapped often."

"Of course I'll go, the business is still there." Lu Qingshan tightened his arm around his wife's waist, "But I'll try to spend more time with you both from now on. And with A Qiang and the others, we needn't worry about safety."

Time passed quickly, and before they knew it it was noon. Lin Yue'e got up to cook, but Lu Qingshan stopped her.

"Yue E, we won't eat at home today," Lu Qingshan said, "I want to go see my parents‑in‑law."

"Visit my parents?" Lin Yue'e was a bit surprised, "Why are you so considerate this time?"

"Well, I've been away so long and haven't visited the elders yet; thanks to them, you can look after Xiao Xue at the daycare while you work." Lu Qingshan said, "Besides, I'm taking you both to Capital City this time, so we should discuss it with my parents‑in‑law."

"To Capital City?" Lin Yue'e's eyes lit up, "Really going to meet the in‑laws?"

"Of course, my parents have long wanted to meet you." Lu Qingshan nodded, "Dad is now a minister, Mom is also an official; they're both very open‑minded."

"Then… alright." Lin Yue'e nodded, "I'll go change clothes."

At two p. m., two cars left Shanwan village, heading toward Lin Yue'e's Maternal Home. This outing was a considerable display for the countryside; Lu Qingshan and Lin Yue'e rode in a tiger‑head carriage, while Lu Qingjun and the bodyguards were in the off‑road vehicle.

The convoy traveled on the mountain road, drawing a crowd of villagers.

Some of the braver villagers ran alongside the convoy for a stretch, wanting to see where the luxury cars were headed.

"Qing Shan, do you think my parents will think we're too flamboyant?" Lin Yue'e asked, a little nervous.

"They won't, my parents‑in‑law are sensible people." Lu Qingshan reassured, "Besides, this also brings honor to our family."

After more than ten minutes, the car stopped at the gate of Lin's courtyard. It was an ordinary farmyard house, a bit rundown but kept very clean.

"Yue E is back!" Li Cuilian heard the commotion and stepped out of the house. When she saw the two luxury cars parked at the gate, she was stunned, "Oh my, what car is this? So beautiful! Even prettier than the county chief's!"

"Mom, this is Qing Shan's car." Lin Yue'e said after stepping out, linking her arm with her mother‑in‑law's.

"Qing Shan!" Lin Huainian also stepped out, seeing his son‑in‑law's aura noticeably stronger than before, a long‑missing smile appearing on his face, "You finally made it back! What a display!"

"Dad, Mom, I'm back." Lu Qingshan said respectfully, "I've worried you these two months."

"Worry about what? You're out forging your path, we support you." Lin Huainian patted his son‑in‑law's shoulder, "Heard you made a fortune on Hong Kong Island? It's all over the village."

"Just lucky, earned a bit of money." Lu Qingshan said modestly, "Dad, Mom, I brought you some gifts."

As he spoke, Lu Qingjun lifted several large boxes from the car. The boxes were exquisitely packaged, clearly valuable.

"Oh my, so many things!" Li Cuilian's eyes lit up, "Qing Shan, you're being too extravagant."

"Not extravagant, it's appropriate." Lu Qingshan opened a box, "These are Capital City pastries, this is a Sony TV, this is a neck‑massaging device."

Seeing these items, Li Cuilian was so happy she could barely close her mouth. Especially that Sony TV—absolutely a luxury in this era; the whole village has only a few.

"Qing Shan, you're such a thoughtful child." Lin Huainian was also pleased, but couldn't help asking, "But these things must be expensive, right?"

"Not expensive; honoring the elders is proper." Lu Qingshan said, "Dad, Mom, this time I returned to bring Yue E and Xiao Xue to Capital City to meet my parents."

"To Capital City?" Lin Huainian's eyes brightened, "That's good! It's been years; finally the clouds part and the moon shines, we should have gone long ago."

"Indeed, Qing Shan, your parents must be eager to meet Yue E and Xiao Xue." Li Cuilian agreed.

Just then, the dismissal bell of the village kindergarten opposite the house rang.

Soon, a tiny figure appeared at the courtyard gate.

"Dad!" Lu Xiaoxue saw Lu Qingshan and rushed over, "Dad's back!"

"Xiao Xue!" Lu Qingshan scooped up his daughter, the little one having grown quite a bit, "Did you miss dad?"

"I did! I missed you so much I couldn't sleep at night!" Lu Xiaoxue clung to her father's neck, "Dad, did you bring me gifts?"

"Of course, many many gifts." Lu Qingshan kissed his daughter's little face, "But you'll have to go home to see them."

Watching this warm family of three, Lin Huainian and Li Cuilian both showed satisfied smiles.

"Qing Shan, when are you going to Capital City?" Lin Huainian asked.

"We plan to leave tomorrow," Lu Qingshan said.

"Since it's to meet the in‑laws, you should prepare well," Lin Huainian nodded.

Just then, Lin Yue'e suddenly tugged Lu Qingshan's sleeve, "Qing Shan, I just remembered the factory still has many unfinished matters. Tomorrow Engineer Li and the team need to report last month's financials to me."

Lu Qingshan slapped his forehead, instantly understanding.

He, a hands‑off manager, still owed much to his capable wife for handling the businesses of several factories in Shanwan.

"Haha, I was just too eager." Lu Qingshan said with a laugh, "Yue E, when do you think is a suitable time to leave?"

"At least two more days," Lin Yue'e said seriously, "I need to sort the accounts and arrange the work of each factory. The responsibility is great; no mistakes can be made."

"Then two days later." Lu Qingshan readily agreed, "That way I can also check the factory's situation."

As the sunset fell, the family sat together in the courtyard, chatting.

Lu Qingshan looked at the warm scene before him, his heart filled with happiness.

This is the life he wants, this is the family he wants to protect.

And the upcoming trip to the Capital City will open a new chapter in their lives.