Lu Xingcun had known about this girl before he arrived.
People of their status always conducted preliminary investigations on those who might appear around them.
According to the information, this girl should have been timid, insecure, and weak-willed.
He had no interest in such people whatsoever and merely greeted her casually out of respect for his aunt.
Two days later, Su Yin received a call from the police. They had found a blurry video proving that Su Yongyuan had secretly visited the scene of Su Yin’s mother’s accident and taken something away.
Now, Su Yongyuan had been sued by the hovercar company and the insurance company, facing double fines and imprisonment.
He requested to see Su Yin, and she agreed.
Only after returning to City A did Su Yin send a message to Zhou Xianghan.
Zhou Xianghan was startled. While there wasn’t enough evidence to prove Su Yongyuan’s involvement in the murder, she suspected he was connected to Su Yin’s mother’s death. Su Yin suddenly going back to see her father was not a good sign—what if she was deceived by that family again?
After some thought, Zhou Xianghan decided to call Lu Xingcun.
When the scumbag father Su Yongyuan saw his daughter again, he was taken aback.
In just a few days, Su Yin seemed like a completely different person.
Her complexion and lips were no longer deathly pale, and her cheeks had filled out slightly. Her demeanor was no longer like before—constantly hunched over, head bowed, and timid. Now, she appeared much brighter and more confident.
Su Yongyuan looked at himself—he hadn’t been doing well these past few days, living in constant fear and anxiety.
But Su Yongyuan couldn’t dwell on that now. He tearfully pleaded with Su Yin, “Su Yin, Dad knows he was wrong. I promise to treat you well from now on and never hit you again. Please explain to the police and get me out of here.”
Su Yin curled the corner of her lips. She had thought he was here to threaten her!
Looking at Su Yongyuan like this, Su Yin suddenly felt a sense of boredom.
This family had been leeching off the original host, even developing a sense of superiority from it. Now that they were exposed, they knew to bow their heads—typical bullies who only prey on the weak!
Su Yin looked at Su Yongyuan with a half-smile, counting on her fingers as she spoke:
“First, we have no relationship anymore. My household registration has been moved out. I have no reason to help you.”
“Second, you’re here because you’re suspected of fraud.”
“Third, not only will I not help you, but I’ll also testify against you and help them sue you.”
Su Yongyuan was furious and wanted to curse, but he still needed Su Yin’s help, so he held back with all his might.
“Your mother’s death really has nothing to do with me! It’s all a conspiracy by the insurance company! Believe me! I truly loved your mother… Don’t let them manipulate you into harming your own father!”
Su Yin almost laughed out loud. “You know exactly how my mother died.”
Su Yongyuan gritted his teeth. “If I’m really sentenced to pay double fines, you won’t be able to escape responsibility either!”
Su Yin looked at him with pity. “I already told you my household registration has been moved out. Why can’t you understand human language?”
“Oh, right!” She blinked, feigning innocence. “Also, half of my mother’s assets are already in my hands. It’s not much, but it’s something to remember her by. As for the rest, even with your savings and house, it won’t be enough to pay off your debts. Your dear wife and precious son will have to work hard to repay them slowly.”
Su Yongyuan was utterly astonished, panting heavily as he slumped into his chair, his expression somewhat dazed.
Su Yin raised an eyebrow, revealing a hint of interest.
Interesting!
This man actually genuinely loved that mistress!
His reaction was so intense upon hearing that the woman he loved would be forced to repay his debts for him?
Su Yin’s eyes flickered slightly—today’s visit hadn’t been in vain.
“How boring. I thought I’d hear something constructive today, but it was just a waste of time.” Su Yin brushed off nonexistent dust from her clothes, glanced at the still-stunned Su Yongyuan, smiled, and turned to leave.
But as soon as Su Yin stepped outside, she saw someone unexpected.
It was Lu Xingcun, whom she had just met a few days ago. As a prince, shouldn’t he be staying in the capital instead of coming all the way here?
Su Yin glanced at the nearby surveillance monitor, where the footage was clearly visible…
Her words and actions must have been seen by this person.
Su Yin smiled helplessly: [System, why is he here?]
This hidden mission was already going poorly—Lu Xingcun was indifferent to her—and now he had witnessed her confrontational side. Her two-faced image was about to be deeply ingrained!
The system replied innocently: [I can’t detect his location… I can only see him through your perspective…]
Su Yin gritted her teeth and clicked her tongue.
Whatever! The original host had been persecuted to this extent—what was wrong with fighting back a little?
She asked with a calm expression, “When did Mr. Lu arrive?”
Lu Xingcun: …
Just a moment ago, she was obediently calling him “brother,” and now it’s “Mr. Lu”?
Lu Xingcun looked at the young woman before him. Her expression was gentle, tinged with a slight smile, without a trace of panic or unease.
He nodded. “I’ve been here from the start. Auntie asked me to pick you up and take you back.”
Su Yin thought as much and replied slowly, “Then let’s go back. Mr. Lu is so busy—you don’t need to trouble yourself with such trivial matters in the future.”
Lu Xingcun glanced at her. Was she telling him to mind his own business from now on?
The first time they met, he thought she was a timid, insecure little rabbit. He’d been deceived…
In the hovercar, Su Yin glanced at the stern-faced Lu Xingcun, genuinely feeling that this man had his eyes on the top of his head. From their first meeting, she knew he didn’t like her much, and now he looked even more unapproachable.
Su Yin secretly rolled her eyes and spoke up, “Mr. Lu, why don’t you join us for dinner tonight? Auntie Xianghan would be happy too.”
“No need. I have other matters.”
The two parted ways as soon as they reached their destination.
Su Yin felt this mission was doomed. Better to obediently return to studying.
Half a year passed in the blink of an eye, and Su Yin was admitted to the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department of Capital University.
In this world, she was a fragile little rabbit—she needed to find ways to protect herself.
——–Separator———
On the first day of school, Su Yin saw Lu Xingcun.
The system reminded her: [Master, it was one thing not to see the mission target before, but now that you’re in the same university, I think you should give it another try!]
Su Yin thought it made sense. She hadn’t had a chance to see him in the past six months, and if she didn’t try now, she might never get another opportunity.
Since he clearly didn’t like her, why not try a different approach?
She walked over, her expression bright and her voice cheerful: “Brother! What a coincidence running into you here!”
Lu Xingcun didn’t even glance at her and walked straight past…
Su Yin: “Brother?”
The boy next to him patted Lu Xingcun's shoulder. "He's calling you."
Only then did Lu Xingcun turn to look at Su Yin. "It's you."
Su Yin, holding back a breath, managed to utter, "Yeah."
Su Yin took a deep breath. I'll endure it!
"Brother, you haven't been over in a long time. How about coming to our place for dinner tonight? Aunt Xianghan mentioned you just yesterday."
Lu Xingcun thought for a moment and didn't refuse. It had indeed been a while since he last visited his aunt.
The tall, handsome, and slightly flamboyant young man beside Lu Xingcun immediately spoke up. "Me, me, me! Can I come too?"
Su Yin glanced at him and nodded. "Sure, Senior Yi, right? I know you. Aunt Xianghan mentioned you. Nice to meet you, Senior!"
Yi Shang's eyes lit up. "Oh, what an honor! Aunt Zhou actually remembers me. I haven't seen her in so long—I’ll come over for a meal too!"
Yi Shang was Lu Xingcun's childhood friend, and the two often appeared together. Naturally, Su Yin didn't refuse either. "Great! Then I’ll personally cook a lavish dinner for you tonight, Senior?"
Yi Shang immediately nodded vigorously. "Yes, yes! See you tonight!"
Lu Xingcun: …
You don’t even know if this person can cook well. What are you agreeing to?