The scene was chaotic, choked with thick smoke.
Lu Mingzhe wanted Xiang Wan to go back, but he knew that after what had happened, she wouldn't be able to sleep even if she went home and lay down.
Since the night was already ruined, he might as well stay with her at the scene.
They sat in the car, Xiang Wan silent, staring blankly in the direction of the building.
Lu Mingzhe held her hand.
"Don't worry too much. At worst, we can find someone to renovate. Zhan Bei Jue's company specializes in this. I'll ask him for an internal price. We can afford it."
Their building had 26 floors, with two units per floor, totaling 52 households.
Even if each household was renovated at the lowest standard of 100,000 yuan, it would still be over 5 million yuan.
Of course, 100,000 yuan was unrealistic.
Xiang Wan was just worried about where he would get so much money on short notice.
She had never thought of relying on Lu Mingzhe financially before.
It wasn't that she didn't trust him enough, but rather that a strong woman with underlying insecurities always felt that asking a man for help in times of trouble was demeaning.
After Lu Mingzhe finished speaking and saw her silence, he leaned over and gently stroked her cheek.
"What are you thinking about? Why aren't you talking?"
Xiang Wan didn't know how to express her true feelings, so she closed her eyes.
"I'm not thinking about anything, just a little tired."
"Why don't you lie down and get some sleep? I'll keep watch. After all, there's the child. Even if you don't think for yourself, you have to think for him."
Xiang Wan closed her eyes.
But it was only a closing of her eyes.
Her chaotic thoughts continued to race in her mind, unstoppable.
Lu Mingzhe held her hand, gently patting it, rhythmically.
He was trying to lull her to sleep in his own way.
As a psychologist, it was quite effective.
Just as Xiang Wan thought she wouldn't be able to sleep, she gradually drifted off.
She woke up to the sound of a noisy crowd.
When she opened her eyes, Lu Mingzhe was no longer beside her.
Looking out, the noise was coming from that direction.
A large group of people, men and women, young and old, were gathered in front of the car.
Lu Mingzhe, being the tallest, was still visible despite being surrounded by them.
Xiang Wan recognized them as residents from the complex, likely there to cause trouble.
She quickly got out and pushed through the crowd, trying to get closer.
Before she could even get in, she heard Lu Mingzhe assuring everyone.
He promised to take responsibility for the incident. He had friends who specialized in this kind of work, and as soon as the neighbors cleared out their belongings, the renovation could begin immediately.
If they were not satisfied with their renovations, they could sit down and discuss a minimum compensation standard, and he would pay them the money without a single cent missing.
Everyone looked at the chat interface displayed on his phone screen.
The very top of the interface displayed the name Zhan Bei Jue.
Someone asked him if this Zhan Bei Jue was the Zhan Bei Jue from the Zhan Group.
He confirmed it. He said that the real estate company under Zhan's banner had agreed to take on this business, and it was up to them to choose.
The crowd said, "Then we'll definitely have Zhan Group do the renovations. They are a big corporation with guaranteed quality."
"Besides, we have no place to live and still have to go to work. We don't have time to deal with renovations."
Finally, amidst the clamor of everyone's chatter, Lu Mingzhe made a conclusion.
He asked them to leave the matter to him, stating that the suspect was being apprehended and that they should not direct their anger at his girlfriend.
He urged mutual understanding and tolerance, promising to treat everyone to a meal once all the renovations were complete.
Everyone expressed their understanding, as no one wanted such a thing to happen.
Since it had happened, and his attitude was quite good, they accepted it.
Then they asked him to write a letter of guarantee, promising to keep his word.
Lu Mingzhe immediately wrote out a guarantee, bit his finger, and pressed his fingerprint. The crowd also recorded a video of him, and then they dispersed.
How to describe Xiang Wan's feelings at that moment?
She stood in the crowd, watching Lu Mingzhe, his face still handsome despite the exhaustion from staying up all night, earnestly and responsibly explaining his plan to everyone.
He was adept at comforting people and possessed great communication skills. He was so gentle, courteous, and radiant.
She felt so lucky, so happy.
All her perseverance had been worthwhile.
Heaven had made her suffer too much in her first twenty-nine years, only to reward her with the best in her thirtieth.
Compared to others who had countless relationships but ended up with nothing in love, she was truly fortunate.
As the crowd dispersed, Lu Mingzhe looked towards the car and discovered Xiang Wan had appeared beside him at some point.
Grinning, he pulled Xiang Wan closer and gripped her shoulders.
"You're awake? Was it uncomfortable sleeping in the car? Do you hurt anywhere? I'll give you a massage."
The sun shone from behind him, casting a golden glow on his hair, ears, and shoulders.
It seemed to outline him with a golden edge.
Xiang Wan told herself that he was an angel sent by God specifically to save her.
Look at him now, just like an angel.
"No, I don't hurt anywhere. I feel very happy."
"Oh?" Lu Mingzhe was delighted that Xiang Wan could speak so cheerfully after waking up.
He asked knowingly.
"You feel happy despite such a big incident?"
Xiang Wan, uncharacteristically sweet-mouthed, replied, "Yes. No matter how big the trouble, I'm not afraid. Because I know, there's someone who will face it with me."
"He won't blame me, and will unconditionally tolerate me. I like him so much."
Lu Mingzhe raised his eyebrows with a smug look.
"So, is the person you're talking about a super handsome guy?"
"Yes. In my heart, he's the most handsome in the world. Perfectly flawless."
"Then you are truly lucky. Such a good man, don't you want to marry him?"
"Yes. I want to marry him. I'm ready. If he proposes marriage again, I can marry him anytime."
Xiang Wan, just after waking up, had clear and bright eyes. Facing the morning sun, she looked like a peach just plucked from the water.
Smooth, tender, and fragrant.
With the atmosphere reaching this point, Lu Mingzhe was eager to seize the opportunity and take her to get their marriage certificate.
However, the ill-timed Zhan Bei Jue called.
"I've just arrived at the company and spoken to legal about your matter. Let legal inform you about the specific compensation amount and scope. Come over when you have time."
After all, it was a substantial sum. What should be compensated must be compensated, and what shouldn't, could not be.
Lu Mingzhe had to temporarily suppress his emotions.
"Go back, get ready, and head to work. I'm going to Zhan Group. Their legal team is more professional regarding compensation."
"I'll call you when there's a result. Don't worry too much. With me around, these issues are nothing."
Xiang Wan nodded and sweetly agreed.
She thought to herself: I need to go back and work hard too, striving to sell more products on Double 11.
I will earn a lot of money to win back everything lost today!
I will definitely make you proud, Lu Mingzhe!