Lu Yichen's current situation was not a good thing for him. His position in the family was already very awkward, and his wife's family was not strong enough. Even he felt a little pity for Lu Yichen.
Such a capable young man in his early 20s had relied on his own ability to become the current team leader. He was truly extraordinary.
Moreover, he had to be on guard against those people in the family who would trip him up. What was even more unexpected to Tao Zhengze was that the young lady he helped today was actually Lu Yichen's new wife.
As for that Xia Zijun...
Hehe, interesting.
Meanwhile, Kang Xiaoqiao and Xia Zijun did not know that their foundations had already been clearly known by others. At this moment, everyone was desperately fighting for food.
Kang Xiaoqiao's dishes were really too delicious. This garlic vermicelli steamed oyster was really wonderful. It was delicious. Eat more!
There was also the hot stir-fried razor clams. Kang Xiaoqiao did not just use the chili to stir-fry them. She directly made the chili sauce and stir-fried it with the chili sauce. Not only was the color beautiful, but it was also delicious to eat. She wanted to bite off her tongue.
It was spicy and refreshing. Cui Huihui and Xia Zijun were sweating profusely after eating it. Their mouths were almost swollen from the heat, but they still didn't give up.
Kang Xiaoqiao finally made something delicious. Why was there always someone who wanted to snatch it from her?
Kang Xiaoqiao glared at Xia Zijun with resentment. It was all because of this guy. Hmph.
After eating and drinking to her heart's content, Kang Xiaoqiao picked up a handkerchief to wipe her hands. She raised her chin and looked at Xia Zijun, who still hadn't had enough. She said, "I say, this Xia -- officer."
"Are you here to give me money today?"
Kang Xiaoqiao suddenly remembered that the two of them had a bet. This guy was still short of her bet of 100 yuan.
Hearing this, Xia Zijun was stunned for a moment. Then, he blinked his eyes, coughed twice, and said, "Ahem, ahem, what money? What money?"
"I've worked so hard to help you bring back the seafood bucket from far away. You want money for a meal? Aren't you being a little too disloyal?"
After saying that, he looked at Cao Huihui with an aggrieved face and said, "Don't you think so, Sister Xiaohui?"
Upon hearing that, Cui Huihui immediately nodded while eating. After eating the meat of the razor clam, she licked her lips and said pitifully, "Yes, Sister Kang, don't ask him for money."
Just when Kang Xiaoqiao was about to get angry, Cui huihui quickly said, "But, Sister Kang, he is a man. It's the same if you ask him to help you."
Hearing that, Kang Xiaoqiao felt a little better. Humph, this stupid girl had not completely fallen into the state of valuing her lover over her friend.
Hence, she gave him a sidelong glance before an idea popped up in her mind. "Huihui is right."
"Since Huihui has pleaded on your behalf, then I just need you to help me crack that pile of firewood. There isn't much firewood left in the house."
Xia Zijun looked at the pile of firewood and could not help but twitch the corner of his mouth. This wretched girl was definitely taking revenge. The crackling of firewood on such a hot day. However, it would be good if he could muddle his way through this.
Hence, he agreed with a straight face. However, he did not expect that Kang Xiaoqiao did not want to let him off at all. She continued, "Since Officer Xia is forgetful, I'll remind you that we made a bet last time. Since you know our Yichen, what else is there to say? There's no suspense. If you're willing to bet, you must admit defeat."
After saying that, she said with disdain, "Don't tell me you can't afford to lose?"
What Xia Zijun was afraid of came true. This Kang Xiaoqiao was a person who held grudges. Hmph, do you think this young master is someone who can't afford to lose?
However, this young master is really poor now. Not only did he come to this godforsaken place, he also didn't have anything. Money?
Hehe, his father had already handed it over to him a long time ago. He would never admit defeat even if he was beaten to death. If he admitted defeat, wouldn't that mean that he admitted that he was inferior to Lu Yichen?
Although the truth was the same, Xia Zijun would never admit defeat even if he was beaten to death.
Thus, his eyes rolled and he said, "So what if I know him? That doesn't mean that I lost."
"It's hard to tell the winner between the two of us. Why don't we ask little Sister Xiaohui?"
Before Kang Xiaoqiao could agree, this guy shamelessly asked Cui Huihui, "Little Sister Xiaohui, do you think that her man, Lu Yichen, is handsome, or does your Brother Zijun look handsome?"
After saying that, he even winked at Cui Huihui, which made Kang Xiaoqiao furious. This shameless guy actually used a honey trap in order to not get to know her well.
Upon seeing this, Cui Huihui's face turned red again. After a long while, she looked at Kang Xiaoqiao and stammered, "They're... both quite handsome."
After saying that, she lowered her head. When she first saw Lu Yichen, her eyes also lit up. Although Lu Yichen was more handsome than Brother Zijun, Lu Yichen was too cold. How could he be as kind and amiable as Brother Zijun.
On the other hand, the corner of Kang Xiaoqiao's mouth twitched. Fortunately, this girl still had some conscience and did not speak against her conscience. Otherwise, Kang Xiaoqiao might have kicked this smelly girl out.
After hearing Cui Huihui's words, Xia Zijun said with a smug look, "See? See? The eyes of the crowd are bright."
"We can at most draw. Although a draw is still a little unfair to me, a good man does not fight with a woman."
"Alright, I don't need you to thank me too much. I'll take my leave first. Also, thank you for your hospitality."
After saying that, he turned around and left. He was very decisive, afraid that a hungry wolf would pounce on him from behind.
Kang Xiaoqiao glanced at Xia Zijun with hatred, while Cui Huihui, who was at the side, only regained her senses after Xia Zijun had gone far away.
Then, she held Kang Xiaoqiao's hand and asked, "Sister Kang, Sister Kang, are you very close to Brother Zijun? Do you know if he..."
Kang Xiaoqiao looked at Cui Huihui and said, "If he's not what? If he is married?"
Cui Huihui's face instantly turned red when she heard that.
Kang Xiaoqiao said resentfully, "Whether he's married or not has nothing to do with you. You're still young, so you should study hard. Aren't you going to take the college entrance exam next year?"
Cui Huihui was embarrassed by Kang Xiaoqiao's words. She bit her lower lip and said, "I, I'm just asking. I'm just asking."
Then, she raised her head and asked curiously, "Sister Kang, is Brother Zijun related to brother-in-law?"
Kang Xiaoqiao was stunned when she heard that. Then, she immediately said exaggeratedly, "How is that possible?"
"If he was really a relative, he would have told me a long time ago. He definitely isn't."
Cui Huihui pouted and said, "But, he looks a little like your brother-in-law's eyes."
Kang Xiaoqiao was stunned for a moment when she heard that. It was true. Wasn't she able to feel it when she first met this guy?
However, who cares? There were many people who looked like him in the world. Moreover, their eyes were only 50-60% similar.