Chapter 75: Impossible, Doesn’t Exist, I Didn’t Do It

“Thank you both. Even knowing full well that I’m not your daughter, you still kept a room for me in your home.”

“Thank you both. Even knowing I’m not your daughter, you still treated me with kindness and warmth, without a single word of blame.”

“I, Lu Fangyuan, have been able to live with the Lu Family for so many years thanks to your care. It’s the greatest blessing of my life.”

Hearing Lu Fangyuan speak with such sincerity, Madam Lu couldn’t help but dab the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief and said, “Fangyuan, I’ll talk to Qingqing later. If she’s willing, how about we make you our goddaughter?”

“Thank you, Madam Lu, but I think… that might not be appropriate.”

“Even though I would really like that.”

“But doing so would be a bit unfair to Lu Qingqiang.”

“And I might start having other thoughts in that kind of environment.”

“So from now on, I’ll just think of you both as distant relatives.”

“Hmm. Fangyuan, what are your plans going forward?” Lu Shenlin asked calmly.

“I’m currently signed as an artist under the Lu Corporation. I want to continue developing my career in the entertainment industry.”

“Once I’ve earned enough money, maybe I’ll go back to my hometown to build roads and invest in infrastructure. Or maybe I’ll travel the world.”

“No matter what, we’ve been like father and daughter. If you truly love acting and want to keep pursuing it, the Lu Corporation will continue to support you.”

“After all, we’re practically family now.”

“Thank you, Mr. Lu.” Lu Fangyuan gave a deep bow.

“It’s getting late. I’ve already disturbed you both for too long. I should be going. Please rest early.”

“These are the cars, properties, and other things the Lu Family has provided for me over the years. I’m returning them all now.”

“I’m a celebrity, and celebrities earn pretty well.”

“With the Lu Corporation backing me, my future shouldn’t be too bad.”

“From now on, I’ll rely on my own efforts to achieve even more!”

With that, she placed a document folder down and turned to leave.

“Fangyuan, it’s so late. Why don’t you stay the night and leave tomorrow?”

“Thank you, but I have some things to take care of tonight. If I have time next time, I’ll come by again.”

With those words, Lu Fangyuan’s figure disappeared from the surveillance footage.

Lu Qingqiang, who had watched the entire conversation: “(⊙o⊙)…”

Why did it feel like things were playing out differently from what she had seen before?

Did the female lead, Lu Fangyuan, really let go of everything? Or was she planning something?

To be honest, Lu Qingqiang was a little confused.

Then she heard Lu Father and Lu Mother continue talking on the surveillance feed.

“Lin, what should we do about this?”

“In your heart, who’s more important—Fangyuan or Qingqing?” Lu Shenlin asked.

“Of course it’s Qingqing. She’s my biological daughter, and she’s suffered so much.”

“No matter what, she’ll always be the most important person to me, the one I want to make it up to the most,” Madam Lu said without hesitation.

“Then why did you talk about making Fangyuan your goddaughter right in front of her?”

“Lin, Fangyuan’s biological parents are gone. We raised her ourselves.”

“I just felt… she’s quite pitiful.”

“But don’t worry, I know where the line is. Whenever it comes to the two of them, no matter who’s right or wrong, I’ll always stand with Qingqing.” Madam Lu’s voice was firm.

“Good. I just hope everything Fangyuan said earlier came from the heart.”

“If that’s the case, the Lu Family will continue to support her career from behind the scenes.”

“But you need to explain all this to Qingqing later. And listen to her thoughts and suggestions.”

“If something happens, we need to deal with it, talk it out. Don’t think that hiding things is doing her a favor.”

“Qingqing didn’t grow up with us. She may not rely on or trust us that much yet.”

“We still can’t give her a true sense of security.”

“That’s why she only comes home occasionally.”

“But even so, she’s still sincere with us.”

“We can’t hurt that sincerity.”

“As for Fangyuan, you have feelings for her, and I do too.”

“So as long as she lives up to what she said, I’ll continue to support her from the shadows,” Lu Shenlin said.

“I understand, Lin.”

“I invited Qingqing to come home tomorrow for the flower appreciation banquet. I was planning to introduce her to everyone.”

“Then just stick to your original plan.”

“Alright, it’s getting late. I’ll have Aunt Zhang bring you a glass of milk.”

“Drink it and go get some rest.”

“I’ll be back soon after I finish up some work.”

“Okay.”

Soon, Madam Lu also left the camera’s view.

In the room, Lu Shenlin made a phone call.

“Hello, help me check Fangyuan’s schedule for the past two months.”

“Be discreet. Don’t let anyone find out. Ask thoroughly.”

“Especially about her time in Peach Blossom Village.”

After hanging up, he too left the room.

The surveillance footage ended there.

Lu Jianshen turned the camera toward his own handsome, well-defined face.

“So, sis, how did Mom and Dad do? Not too disappointing, right?”

“Second Brother, if I remember correctly, someone gave me quite the warning the first time we met,” Lu Qingqiang said lightly.

“Who? Who dared treat you like that? Tell me, I’ll beat them up for you!” Lu Jianshen said with righteous indignation.

“Second Brother, did you lose your memory? That someone… was you.”

“Impossible. Doesn’t exist. I didn’t do it.”

After his triple denial, Lu Jianshen took a deep breath and said, “Alright, fine. I admit it was me.”

“Honestly, even now, I still think Lu Fangyuan isn’t a bad person.”

“She grew up in our Lu Family. Her values couldn’t be that off.”

“She was my sister for so many years. I can’t just turn cold on her overnight.”

“So, Lu Qingqiang, in the future, if you see me or anyone else in the family treating Lu Fangyuan with a bit more warmth or care…”

“Please don’t get upset. And don’t feel hurt.”

“Just remember, we’ll always be your family. You come first.”

“We’ll try to minimize contact with her and focus our care on you.”

“If you’re ever feeling unhappy or wronged, speak up.”

“If there’s something you want, say so. Okay?”

“And if you’re still not ready to trust us, that’s alright too.”

“Time will prove everything.”

“Dad already secretly gave you a share of the company. When I get the chance, I’ll sneak the contract out for you.”

“…” Lu Qingqiang.

This second brother… somehow always ends up going off track.