Chapter 1753

So, Ximen Wudi decided to accompany Lu Si back to the Lujia Crown Group headquarters and guard her in her room.

Of course, another purpose behind this action... Ximen Wudi had his own ulterior motives.

That was... he still wanted to take this opportunity to see the girl named Aikesilinda again.

"You're such an annoying man," Lu Si mumbled half-asleep in the car, then rolled over, turning her back to Ximen Wudi and falling asleep.

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The CEO's office of the Lujia Crown Group.

Aikesilinda, dressed in a white dress, sat on the sofa, watching the news on TV, her brows furrowed and expression gloomy.

"Boss, Miss Lu Si has arrived in the Bazhaer Autonomous Region and is heading toward us," the secretary reported.

"I've already received the message," Aikesilinda glanced at her watch and frowned: "According to plan, we depart at five tomorrow morning, but it's only four now."

She didn't rise from her chair; instead, she leaned back into the soft, comfortable sofa, rubbing her forehead, and said: "Should we still pretend not to know Lu Si?"

"We can't reveal our identities," the secretary said. "Otherwise, it would cause major trouble for headquarters. After all, Lu Si is just an ordinary employee, yet she represents the entire Atlantis's dignity."

"Fine, then I'll continue pretending to be a stranger," Aikesilinda shook her head, then added: "Keep an eye on her for me. I'll rest for a bit."

"Boss, you've been overworked these past few days. Would you like me to brew you a cup of coffee to relieve your fatigue?" the secretary asked with concern.

"No need. Don't bother with me. Go about your business," Aikesilinda waved her hand.

"Understood, Boss," the secretary said, seeing Aikesilinda close her eyes, then turned and left.

She had agreed with her lips, but inwardly she was dissatisfied.

"Hmph, I don't believe anyone in this world can steal my boss's spotlight!" the secretary grumbled.

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Two hours later, Ximen Wudi's Audi A6 pulled up at the airport.

He parked by the roadside, checked his watch—twenty minutes remained until boarding.

Ximen Wudi was just about to get out of the car when the passenger door opened and Lu Si leaned out.

"Lu Si, you're awake," Ximen Wudi asked.

Lu Si said

"Yeah, you'd better get in too. My legs are stiff—I probably can't accompany you," Lu Si said, grabbing Ximen Wudi's arm and climbing into the car.

Inside the car, Ximen Wudi saw Lu Si had changed into a simple T-shirt and jeans—quite fitting her usual style, and quite rare for her.

Actually, Lu Si had wanted to wear a dress—she usually loved dresses—but knowing Ximen Wudi probably disliked it, she forced herself to hold back.

"You don't need to see me off. Go back. Don't waste time. We agreed to meet on the third floor of the hotel restaurant—I'll go ahead," Lu Si said.

This girl seemed quite considerate.

"Alright, we'll meet at the hotel's third-floor restaurant," Ximen Wudi said.

"Got it," Lu Si waved at Ximen Wudi, then opened the door and stepped out.

Watching through the window, Ximen Wudi saw Lu Si's graceful figure gradually recede.

But because Lu Si was dressed so simply, Ximen Wudi didn't notice her Gao Song chest.

If he had seen it, he'd probably have lost control again.

"Why do I feel Lu Si's acting a bit off? She wasn't like this before."

Ximen Wudi scratched his head, then chuckled bitterly: "Could this be the magic of love?"

This guy was indeed a bit unsettled, yet he felt little guilt.

In Ximen Wudi's heart, saving Lu Si was purely out of duty—absolutely no other emotions involved.

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When Ximen Wudi arrived at the hotel, he found Lu Si already sitting at the table, drinking water.

The girl wore a beige shirt, sleeves rolled to her elbows, revealing slender, pale wrists, a snow-white neck, and skin whiter than snow—extremely beautiful.

"Lu Si, are you ready? I can leave now," Ximen Wudi said.

But at that moment, Lu Si's phone suddenly rang.

Ximen Wudi glanced at the screen—the caller ID read "Heisaiwei."

"Hello? Dear Lu Si, have you arrived?" Heisaiwei asked, her voice brimming with excitement, as if this tone gave her immense security.

"Yeah, we're eating now. What about you? Where are you now?"

Lu Si didn't know that Ximen Wudi and Heisaiwei were in the hotel's presidential suite—she still thought Heisaiwei was staying in the village near Batameiwu Port.

Hearing this, Heisaiwei smiled and said: "What did you eat? I'm starving."

Lu Si said: "We had hot pot—tastes amazing. Don't you want to try some?"

"I'd love to, but I've got some matters here—I'll have to delay my trip to Ninghai. Please tell Lu Si's mom I've been too busy lately and probably won't be home for New Year's dinner," Heisaiwei said.

This conversation left Ximen Wudi utterly baffled.

"Alright, Heisaiwei, I'll remember. I'll definitely pass it on to Lu Si's mom," Lu Si said, then turned to Ximen Wudi: "Ximen Wudi, shall we go get something to eat?"

Ximen Wudi nodded. Seeing Lu Si so proactive, he was happy to go along: "Sure. I'm in Los Angeles for tourism anyway—might as well relax."

Lu Si's lips curved slightly, her smile radiant.

Then the girl said: "I've reserved a table at the Arc de Triomphe Restaurant. The ambiance there is great, and I've made a few friends there—I'll introduce them to you."

"Arc de Triomphe Restaurant? Great name. I've never been there," Ximen Wudi grinned.

As he spoke, he even pulled out his wallet to pay.

This guy was indeed straightforward, yet had a touch of humor.

"No need to pay—it's free. My treat," Lu Si smiled.

"That won't do."

Ximen Wudi had wanted to refuse, but seeing the expectant look in Ruth's eyes, he said, "Well then, thank you. Once I get my graduation certificate, I'll treat you to a big meal."

"Graduation certificate?" Ruth blinked. "You're still in school right now?"

"That's right." Ximen Wudi coughed twice. "Tell me, do I look like a graduate student?"

That was quite a shameless thing to say.

"Haha."

Hearing this, Ruth could not help but cover her mouth and laugh lightly. "Although my Huaxia language level is very high, I still can't reach the combination of standard sentences and pinyin, so in many places I don't really understand what you mean."

"Going back to the country this time, I might not be able to bring you along." Ximen Wudi said, "I haven't found a suitable translator yet."

"It's fine, I can find a translator here. Once I find a suitable one, I'll go back to the country with you." Ruth said, "I haven't had enough fun yet."

This Miss was really too naive.

She had no idea at all what she was about to face.

"My dear Miss, what you're doing is very dangerous, you know that?" Ximen Wudi said, "I was only joking just now, please don't take it to heart!"

Actually, he couldn't really be blamed—Ruth's looks and figure were simply too perfect. If he let a girl like that stay abroad, Ximen Wudi felt he would be letting down the Laozu Sect… no, he meant letting down himself.

"I didn't take it to heart. I know you're concerned about me." Ruth smiled, her pretty face brimming with radiant expression, seemingly not worried at all about what might happen in the future. "Let's go, my friend."

Ximen Wudi sighed and shook his head. No matter what, tonight he had at least encountered the first little episode of his life, and that could be considered a kind of completeness.

"Mm, let's go buy clothes first." Ximen Wudi reached out and hailed a taxi. "By the way, where should we go shopping?"

"Let's go to the department store." Ruth surveyed the surroundings, a delighted look welling up in her eyes. Clearly, she rarely left Huaxia, and now, taking in the foreign atmosphere, she was having a novel experience.

"Okay."

So the taxi drove off toward a department store not far from the hotel.

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The Triumphal Arch Restaurant was located in the eastern part of downtown Man City.

It was an elegantly decorated, well-laid-out five-star luxury restaurant.

Each table cost ten yuan, the price steep—because the ingredients here were all top-grade, and so the price had become the norm.

Ruth, Wanzhexi Sect Ximen Wudi's arm, arrived at this restaurant, then smiled sweetly at the front desk attendant. "Please introduce my friend for me."

"Hello, there's a private room on the second floor, it's free." the Young Lady at the front desk said.

"Alright, thank you."