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Chapter 494: Opportunities Are Reserved for Those Who Are Prepared
Chapter 494: Opportunities Are Reserved for Those Who Are Prepared
Lu Jiaxin bade Gu Wenfeng farewell and started her journey back. On her way, she instructed Yan Yijun and Li Qing not to emulate Gu Wenfeng, emphasizing that their health should always come first.
Yan Yijun inquired, "Boss, are you really going to donate medical equipment worth 10 million green dollars to the hospital?"
Lu Jiaxin corrected him, "This is something that Brother Gu suggested, intending to support his old comrades-in-arms. So, the primary recipients of this medical equipment will be the hospitals in various military regions."
Yan Yijun's eyes lit up at the thought of having access to good medical equipment and medicines that could save lives in critical situations. "Boss, on behalf of my brothers-in-arms, I thank you."
Lu Jiaxin smiled and replied, "You're welcome, but I'm just doing what I can. And since it was Brother Gu's idea, you should thank him."
As soon as Tian Jinhua saw her guests out, she snatched the document bag from Gu Wenfeng's hands. "I'll go to the bank tomorrow to deposit this money. Don't you dare think about touching it."
"Wife..."
But this time, Tian Jinhua refused to listen. "Gu Wenfeng, I know some of your comrades are truly in need, but my family is also struggling. It's only because of Miss Lu's kindness that we didn't receive more money and property. This money is for our children's education and for your parents' medical expenses."
She paused before continuing, "From now on, I'll handle all the finances. If you dare to buy medicine or send money to them behind my back again, I'll divorce you."
Gu Wenfeng understood that she was hurt by Xiao Jian's actions, and he couldn't refute her at that moment.
Upon returning home, Lu Jiaxin called in Xing Ziyang and Zhang Kun, asking them if they would like to accompany her to Port City. She explained, "Once we're in Port City, your wages will be adjusted to match the local standards. However, we won't be able to come back often, so you might not be able to tend to family matters as frequently. Think it through carefully."
Both men immediately voiced their desire to go. The prospect of higher wages in Port City, equivalent to five or six years of work in the inland, was too enticing to pass up.
Lu Jiaxin smiled and said, "Alright, then. I'll arrange for someone to process your documents."
Xing Ziyang hesitated for a moment before asking, "Boss, is it possible for Xu Xiaoguan to come with us? With both elderly and young children to care for, he'll be under a lot of pressure if he loses this job."
Lu Jiaxin refused, "I've made it clear from the beginning that Auntie could join us in Port City once she learns Cantonese. He didn't take the opportunity to learn the language, so it's not my fault."
Seeing her determination, Xing Ziyang didn't press the issue further.
At 3 p.m., Lu Jiaxin went to the department store to shop. While Lu JiaGuang only needed some fruit, Lu Hongjun, who was still recovering from his back injury, required nutritional supplements.
It was already 4 p.m. by the time Lu Jiaxin finished shopping. She headed straight to their home. Upon arriving, she found that Lu Hongjun was not at home and had gone for a walk in a nearby park.
Lu Jiaxin heard that Lu Hongjun had left without even saying a word to Tang Sufen.
Tang Sufen wanted to chase after him, but Miao Na stopped her and glared at her with murderous intent. Tang Sufen was so frightened that she froze, not even realizing when the person had left.
Both Lu JiaGuang and Wang Xiaojie were at home, having taken the afternoon off to cook. They had prepared dishes that Lu Jiaxin particularly enjoyed.
Hearing the knock on the door, Lu JiaGuang answered it and was surprised to see Lu Jiaxin. His first words were, "Jiaxin, what's wrong? Why have you become so thin?"
Lu Jiaxin smiled and rubbed her face. "I went hiking on Mount Heng and Mount Song, enduring the elements, so I became tanned and thin. Don't worry, I'll recover once I'm back in Port City."
Lu JiaGuang welcomed her in, and as the group entered the courtyard, he couldn't help but glance repeatedly at Yan Yijun and Li Qing.
After closing the door again, Lu Jiaxin said to Lu Jiaoguang, "Jiaxin, come with me to the study."
Once they were in the study, Lu Jiaoguang asked, "Why isn't Gu Wenfeng here, and who are these two new faces? Jiaxin, has something happened?"
Lu Jiaxin hadn't told him earlier to avoid worrying him, but now Lu Jiaoguang was suspicious and would likely inquire further. She explained, "A few months ago, someone tried to kidnap me, and Gu Ge and Wang Lin were injured while protecting me. Gu Ge's injuries were more severe, and he's still recuperating. Wang Lin's injuries were relatively minor, and he made a full recovery last month."
Lu Jiaoguang was shocked, his back turning cold. "Jiaxin, why didn't you tell us about something so serious?"
Lu Jiaxin replied, "I didn't want you to worry. Big brother, don't worry. I was just scared at the time and didn't get hurt."
Lu Jiaoguang was both startled and frightened. "How can you expect me to be at ease? Those kidnappers are ruthless murderers. Jiaxin, we should go back."
Lu Jiaxin shook her head, indicating that she had already put down roots there and couldn't return. "It's fine. I've bought a bulletproof car and some self-defense weapons, and I plan to hire more bodyguards. The kidnappers target specific people, and they know I'm a tough nut to crack, so they won't dare to mess with me."
Lu Jiaoguang's eyelids twitched, but he also knew that she wouldn't come back, and he asked with a heavy heart, "Were all the kidnappers caught?"
Lu Jiaxin said, "There were eight kidnappers. Five were killed on the spot, one died from serious injuries, and the remaining two will spend the rest of their lives in prison."
She didn't mention that the mastermind behind it all was the Second Young Mistress of the Nie family. If she did, Lu Jiaoguang would surely object to her being with Nie Zhan. Every family had a few troublesome relatives, but she wouldn't break up with Nie Zhan just because of Nie Manli and Nie Manlin.
"Then you must be careful when you go out from now on."
Lu Jiaxin nodded. "Yes, I'm very careful now and don't let people know where I'm going."
She didn't want to dwell on this unpleasant topic, so she asked Lu Hongjun, "Big Mountain told me he could already get out of bed. But just now, that woman said he went for a walk in the park. His back isn't fully healed yet, so why is he walking in the park?"
Lu Hongjun explained, "Your second brother and sister-in-law hired someone to take care of your father. Now that he can get out of bed, the caregiver takes him out for a walk every day."
"Second brother and sister-in-law hired someone? It was probably Second Sister-in-law's idea, right?"
Lu Jiaoguang indicated that they were a couple, and in a couple, the actions of one were the actions of both.
Lu Jiaxin snorted coldly. "Yes, they're a couple, but they didn't inform me or Dad about the adoption. They completely disregarded us."
She actually knew why Lu Jiizong was willing to give up Lu Shan and adopt him into the third branch of the family. Firstly, it was a way to legitimately obtain the house in the compound, and secondly, he could receive her care and support. It was understandable for parents to plan for their children's future, but it was unacceptable to try to have their cake and eat it too—expecting to gain benefits and property while still trying to control their children and make them heed their every word.
Lu Jiaoguang said, "Your second brother and his wife were indeed wrong about this matter. Your grandfather and I scolded them for it later. Tomorrow, I'll have them come and apologize to you."
Lu Jiaxin indicated that it wasn't necessary. "I don't want to see them right now. Big brother, don't tell them that I'm back."
Lu Jiaoguang didn't try to intercede for Lu Jiizong either. It was unreasonable of him not to inform their third uncle, Jiaxin, or their parents about the adoption. Lu Jiaoguang himself was furious about this matter, so he could only imagine how Jiaxin felt.
(End of Chapter)
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