On the other side, Lu Meirong entered the house and was met with a somber atmosphere. She could see Lijuan sitting obediently on the other side of the sofa, while Lee Jianguo and Hua Mulan appeared deep in thought. It seemed to Lu Meirong that Lijuan's facade of compliance had begun to crack once again, causing trouble for them all. That was her initial thought upon seeing the scene unfold.
Feeling a gaze upon her, Lijuan looked toward the door and met Lu Meirong's fleeting, gloating smile. Despite Lu Meirong's quick attempt to conceal it, Lijuan caught a glimpse of the expression, understanding the thoughts racing through Lu Meirong's mind. "Let her be happy for the time being," Lijuan thought to herself, deciding not to correct Lu Meirong's misconceptions.
