Chapter 34: The Ex-Husband I Once Looked Down Upon Is About to Become the Qin Family's Son-in-Law!

Unlike Jiang Ruxue, who was caught in a web of hesitation, Lu Fan had a clear plan for his future. He wanted to find his soulmate as soon as possible, for only then could he awaken his spiritual meridians and begin his cultivation. Yet, in this vast sea of people, where could she be?

When Lu Fan returned home, Lin Ziyu was keeping little You company. Seeing him walk in dressed in a sharp suit, a flicker of surprise crossed her eyes.

"My goodness, are you really my rustic little junior brother?" Lin Ziyu circled him, looking him over. "Not bad, kid. You look quite decent when you dress up. Wear this again tomorrow; I’m taking you to meet someone."

"Who?"

"You'll know when we get there." Lin Ziyu’s lips curled into a faint smile. "By the way, about you and Miss Jiang..."

"We have nothing to do with each other anymore. I made that clear to her tonight."

Lin Ziyu nodded. "Then I can rest easy."

Before Lu Fan could ask what she meant, she turned and walked away.

The next day, Lin Ziyu came to pick him up. Seeing him back in his usual, plain attire, she looked at him with exasperated disappointment. "Didn't I tell you to wear what you had on last night?"

"I'm not used to it. Who are you taking me to see?"

"Who else? Old Madam Qin wanted to thank you, so she asked me to invite you for a casual meal. That high-grade rejuvenation pill you gave her is enough to make the Qin family grateful to you for a lifetime!" Lin Ziyu chuckled. "Just thinking about how the Jiang family looked when they saw the Old Madam regain her youth—like they’d swallowed something foul—makes me incredibly happy."

Lu Fan sighed helplessly. "Senior Sister, please don't say that."

"What, feeling sorry for them?"

"It’s not exactly pity. After all, the Jiang family was once kind to me. Even if we have no ties in the future, I still hope they do well."

"You’re just too kind. Fine, get in the car. Not everyone in this world is as blind as Jiang Ruxue."

Lu Fan was still pondering her words when they arrived at the French restaurant. As it happened, Shen Qianye and Jiang Ruxue had also arranged to meet there. Jiang Ruxue wanted to settle things with him; since the Shen and Jiang families were old friends, she didn't want to make things too awkward even if they couldn't be lovers, maintaining at least a facade of civility.

Shen Qianye, meanwhile, was there to explain the incident with Zhao Bingbing and win Jiang Ruxue back. As soon as they arrived, they saw the Qin family's bodyguards. A man like Shen Qianye would never miss such a golden opportunity.

"The Qin family is here too. Ruxue, let’s go over and say hello."

Jiang Ruxue, thinking of the repeated humiliations she had suffered at the hands of the Qin family, couldn't bear the thought of showing her face there. She refused, saying, "You go ahead if you want. I’ll wait for you."

"Alright, I'll go in then." Shen Qianye hurried to have the waiter bring the finest wine, and he carried it inside.

Jiang Ruxue sat by the large window, gazing at the scenery. For some reason, her thoughts drifted to Lu Fan. In the five years they had been together, she had never brought him to a place like this. If she had treated him better earlier, would he have been so determined to leave?

As she pondered, she saw the rejuvenated Old Madam Qin walking in, holding the hand of a bright-eyed young girl. She recognized her immediately: it was Qin Anan, the daughter of the Third Master of the Qin family, who had been studying abroad. It was strange—if the family was reuniting, why not do it at their estate? Why dine out? They must be hosting an important guest.

Qin Anan was young and beautiful, her eyes large and filled with curiosity as she looked around. As she passed Jiang Ruxue, Jiang Ruxue heard her say, "Grandmother, where is the fairy brother you mentioned?"

*Fairy brother?*

Jiang Ruxue felt a pang of anxiety. She couldn't possibly be talking about Lu Fan, could she?

Old Madam Qin replied gently, "He’ll be here any moment. Don’t be impatient. And you must be polite—he is your father’s savior. If it weren't for him, you wouldn't have even made it back to see your father one last time."

"Is that young brother’s medical skill really that good?"

"Without a doubt!"

As they spoke, Old Madam Qin’s gaze fell upon Jiang Ruxue. Jiang Ruxue stood up, feeling awkward. "Greetings, Old Madam."

"Miss Jiang? What a coincidence. You’re here with the young master of the Shen family, I presume?"

"Yes, but we..." Jiang Ruxue tried to explain, but what could she say?

"Excuse us." Old Madam Qin left with her young granddaughter. In the eyes of the Old Madam, she and Shen Qianye were nothing more than a joke. Jiang Ruxue was now one hundred percent certain that the guest the Qin family was hosting today was Lu Fan.

At the same time, Shen Qianye was kicked out of the private room, the wine still in his hand. Jiang Ruxue was mortified; she wished she had chosen a different place.

When Lu Fan and Lin Ziyu appeared, the bodyguards immediately stepped aside, their expressions one of deep respect—a stark contrast to the treatment Shen Qianye had received. At the entrance, Jiang Ruxue watched as Qin Anan ran happily toward Lu Fan.

"Are you the fairy doctor brother? I heard your medical skills are incredible!" She walked up and grabbed Lu Fan’s arm, acting innocent and lively.

Old Madam Qin, standing nearby, smiled warmly. "Don’t startle your Brother Lu Fan, you little monkey."

The girl tugged on Lu Fan’s hand, pulling him toward the private room, her voice sweet and coquettish. "Fairy doctor brother, hurry, come inside..."

Jiang Ruxue had already guessed the Qin family’s intentions. This meal was definitely not just a thank-you dinner!

Lin Ziyu walked up to Jiang Ruxue. "Miss Jiang, you look quite pale. Would you like me to take you to the hospital?"

Jiang Ruxue’s face darkened. "That won't be necessary!"

Lin Ziyu chuckled. "Don't be so formal. We’ve known each other, and I should thank you for letting go of such a hot commodity as Lu Fan. The son-in-law the Jiang family looked down upon is someone the Qin family is doing everything in their power to recruit into their household!"

Jiang Ruxue was initially stunned that Lin Ziyu didn't have romantic intentions toward Lu Fan, but upon realizing the Qin family's true goal, she felt even more troubled.

"What did you say?"

Lin Ziyu was there specifically to twist the knife. She tore open the wound and poured salt into it. She curled her lips into a smile: "I said, the ex-husband you looked down upon is about to become the son-in-law of the Qin family!"