A girl's strength could not compare to that of the Lin family patriarch. Even if she wanted to struggle free, it wouldn't be easy!
The Lin family patriarch smiled apologetically at Zhou Yu. "I am truly sorry. I have not disciplined my daughter well."
"May I ask which family you are from? So I can bring my daughter to your home to apologize..."
The Lin family patriarch was indeed a man who knew how to bend. However, his children were another story entirely. Visibly, the Lin patriarch was still trying to probe Zhou Yu's background. But his two children, on the other hand, were filled with defiance! This angered the Lin patriarch immensely.
After all, Zhou Yu, at such a young age, possessed such prowess. It was clear he was no ordinary person! He was highly likely from the Jin family in Yunhai City! It was obvious to anyone that he was someone not to be trifled with. This was why the Lin patriarch had immediately conceded. Yet, his son and daughter were still trying to provoke Zhou Yu with their gazes. Did they wish to hasten their own demise?
"There's no need to come to our home to apologize. You will apologize now!" Zhou Yu said with a half-smile. Did he not see through the Lin patriarch's intentions? It was merely a pretext to visit and apologize, to try and forge a connection and gauge his strength. If he discovered that Zhou Yu's backing wasn't strong, the Lin patriarch would retaliate. If he found out Zhou Yu's family was indeed formidable, then the Lin family would not lose out; using an apology as an excuse, they could close the distance and perhaps even foster good relations!
Perhaps in the past, Zhou Yu might not have been able to see through it. But now, having been out for some time, surrounded by people like Lin Weidong, he could easily discern the Lin patriarch's simple intentions.
The Lin patriarch's scheme fell through, and his face showed some embarrassment. He nodded repeatedly, agreeing with Zhou Yu. Then, he slapped the girl's back and berated her, "Did you hear that? Apologize quickly!"
The girl looked utterly wronged. Her mind was still reeling, unable to comprehend why her father's attitude had changed so drastically! Although the girl was resentful towards Zhou Yu, she dared not anger the Lin patriarch. She could only respectfully apologize to Zhou Yu and Su Yuyan.
After the apology, the Lin patriarch rubbed his hands together and looked at Zhou Yu. "Sir, is this acceptable?"
"If you feel the sincerity is not enough, we can prepare further compensation now..."
Seeing that the Lin patriarch was about to continue, Zhou Yu interrupted him directly. *Hmph.* Zhou Yu had no intention of befriending such a person. A family like the Lin family, whose entire clan's character had been corrupted, bullying the weak. If Zhou Yu were to befriend the Lin family, wouldn't he have to clean up their messes in the future? Zhou Yu had no interest in being a firefighter!
"Alright, since you've apologized, let's go." Zhou Yu said to Zhu Ling'er and Su Yuyan. Having had their fill of satisfaction, they happily agreed.
"Zhou Yu, didn't you see the Lin family's faces? They looked worse than if they had eaten shit!" Zhu Ling'er giggled, like a dove.
Zhou Yu's face darkened. He straightened his expression. "Ling'er, can you speak a bit more elegantly? Always talking about excrement and urine, it's not appropriate!"
Zhu Ling'er didn't care. She raised her chin, her small face full of smugness. "I won't! No one here knows me anyway!" Zhu Ling'er's nature was to love freedom. Her usual behavior was a testament to this. However, as the esteemed daughter of the Zhu family and the sole heiress, Zhu Ling'er had to constantly maintain her composure in Jiangnan City for the sake of the family's reputation, lest she tarnish their name. This made Zhu Ling'er feel extremely stifled! But after arriving in Yunhai City, Zhu Ling'er was like a wild horse that had broken free, thriving. Here, she was not managed by the Zhu family, and there was no one around to constantly remind her to mind her image. It was simply too comfortable! If not for the Zhu family's peculiar situation, with no other siblings, Zhu Ling'er would likely not want to return to Jiangnan City!
Thinking this, Zhu Ling'er looked up and said, "By the way, I'll be going back in a couple of days."
"Will you send me off?"
Zhou Yu gave her a sideways glance. "You wish! After mooching off me for so long, you still expect me to send you off?" The esteemed young lady of the Zhu family, did she lack him to send her? If she so much as uttered a word, countless people in Jiangnan City would flock to her!
Zhu Ling'er knew Zhou Yu was joking. She pouted. "Why are you so stingy? If you don't send me, I'll get Yuyan to!" Su Yuyan had a car as well. Zhu Ling'er was certain Su Yuyan wouldn't refuse!
Zhou Yu's face darkened again. He was finally witnessing Zhu Ling'er's thick skin. He placed all the shopping bags in the car's trunk and then said, "Fine, fine, I give up, you little ancestor."
"Hehe." Zhu Ling'er giggled, looking a bit silly. Su Yuyan, standing beside her, showed a hint of envy. She had known Zhou Yu longer and had registered their marriage first. Yet, the way she interacted with Zhou Yu was not as natural as Zhou Yu's interactions with Zhu Ling'er. Seeing their demeanor, although they didn't appear to be a couple, their relationship was very good! Thinking this, Su Yuyan bit her lower lip and followed Zhu Ling'er into the car.
"Yuyan, why are you sitting in the back?"
"Come to the front passenger seat, otherwise you'll get motion sickness." Zhou Yu called out when he noticed Su Yuyan's action. Su Yuyan paused for a moment, then nodded and switched seats. As Zhou Yu drove, Su Yuyan couldn't help but look at Zhou Yu's profile repeatedly, feeling a flutter of delight in her heart! Zhou Yu actually remembered she suffered from motion sickness...
The three quickly arrived at Yun Lan Tian Gong. Zhou Yu carried the large and small shopping bags and walked in first. The two women then followed, arm in arm. Just as Zhou Yu finished putting away the last batch of shopping bags, he saw Lin Weidong.
"Doctor Zhou, where were you today? I searched high and low for you!" Lin Weidong said with a hint of grievance. Heaven knows he had almost turned to stone waiting outside Zhou Yu's house!
Zhou Yu scratched his head. "I was accompanying Yuyan and the others, out shopping and buying clothes."
Lin Weidong rolled his eyes. "If you wanted to buy clothes, you could have just had the shop assistants bring them to your home for you to choose from." Many aristocratic families adhered to the principle of women not leaving their homes. Therefore, many luxury brands offered home delivery for clothing, bags, and jewelry for customers to choose from. Lin Weidong was referring to this.
However, Zhou Yu replied, "We went for high-end custom tailoring today, so that might not be possible."
High-end custom tailoring? Lin Weidong's interest was immediately piqued. "Which shop was it?"
"I forgot. When the clothes are ready and delivered in a couple of days, I'll wear them for you to see," Zhou Yu said with a smile.