148: Gu Xiaoxiao: "I'm not that kind of person..."

When Gu Xiaoxiao heard Lu Chen's words, a rush of heat instantly surged to her cheeks, spreading from her earlobes all the way down her neck, as if she were enveloped by a blazing fire.

Her eyes widened like a startled fawn, filled with astonishment and bewilderment, a flicker of bewildered panic in her gaze.

Her mouth slightly agape, she asked with a trembling voice, "Wh-why do I need to take a bath?"

She subconsciously clutched the corner of her clothes, her body involuntarily trembling slightly.

Lu Chen looked at her calmly, his thin lips slightly parted, his voice faint, "Of course, it's to fulfill your purpose for today."

Gu Xiaoxiao blinked, her already wide eyes now even wider.

She looked at Lu Chen, her eyes full of confusion and astonishment: "You already know my purpose for coming today? But... what does that have to do with taking a bath?"

Her mind was in a mess; she had come today intending to move into Lu Family Manor, so how did it get linked to taking a bath?

Could it be that to move into Lu Family Manor, she really had to take a bath first?

Or was Lu Chen implying she was dirty?

Thinking this, her eyes instantly dimmed, like stars obscured by dark clouds, and her originally rosy complexion suddenly turned ashen, completely devoid of color.

Lu Chen's lips curved slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.

He walked with unhurried steps to the sofa, slowly sat down, crossed his legs, his posture leisurely and elegant.

"Didn't you come today to offer something? Don't you plan to take a bath before we have a deep exchange?"

When Gu Xiaoxiao heard this, she was first stunned, her face blank, seemingly not fully grasping the deeper meaning of Lu Chen's words.

But as her brain raced and she pondered carefully, it was as if she was suddenly struck by lightning, instantly understanding Lu Chen's meaning.

In an instant, her face turned crimson, the red so deep it seemed to drip blood, spreading from her cheeks all the way down her neck, even her earlobes becoming burning hot.

Her eyes were cast down, not daring to meet Lu Chen's gaze, her long eyelashes casting a shadow on her eyelids, trembling slightly.

Her lips parted slightly, wanting to say something, but shyness and vexation choked her throat.

Her hands were tightly intertwined, her fingers nervously twisting the corner of her clothes, creasing it repeatedly.

Gu Xiaoxiao felt as if thousands of ants were crawling inside her, both shy and annoyed, not understanding how Lu Chen could think of her that way. Was she really that kind of person?

Or was it that in Lu Chen's heart, she was just such a person?

Gu Xiaoxiao parted her lips, her voice as faint as a buzzing mosquito, "I... I didn't come to offer anything."

She lowered her head, wishing she could bury it in her chest, her fingers still restlessly twisting the corner of her clothes, her whole body like a cooked shrimp, red and hot.

Lu Chen looked at the shy and annoyed Gu Xiaoxiao, a faint smile still on his face.

"If not, then why come here in the middle of the night? Is it just to talk to me? Or do you have work to report?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Gu Xiaoxiao's face turned even redder.

Indeed, this time was a bit inappropriate, but she really wasn't what Lu Chen thought!

Gu Xiaoxiao opened her mouth, but found she didn't know how to explain; no matter what she said, it seemed like she was trying to cover up something.

Her heart was filled with helplessness and grievance, and her eyes were slightly red, "I'm not that kind of person..."

Lu Chen nodded gently, his expression still as calm as water,

"If not, then leave. You don't need to come back later, and you don't need to go to Dihao Group. Let's part ways here; it's better for both of us."

These words were like a thunderbolt, instantly making Gu Xiaoxiao's face turn deathly pale.

Her body swayed, as if struck by a strong gust of wind, nearly losing her balance.

She stood there blankly, as if her Soul had been drawn out of her.

Gu Xiaoxiao stood rooted to the spot, feeling completely bewildered, her mind a blank, utterly unable to understand why things had turned out this way.

She had come with the intention of moving into Lu Family Manor, hoping to have a good discussion with Lu Chen.

But before she could even voice her true thoughts, Lu Chen's few words had completely led her astray.

Moreover, this deviation was like a bottomless cliff; once she fell, it would be an eternal damnation, the kind from which she could never climb back up.

Gu Xiaoxiao's face was filled with bewilderment and helplessness, her lips trembling slightly, her eyes full of panic and fear.

She tried to sort out the chaotic situation in her mind, but her thoughts were like a tangled mess, becoming more confused the more she tried to untangle them.

Gu Xiaoxiao opened her mouth, wanting to state her true purpose for coming, but the words caught in her throat and she swallowed them back.

She suddenly realized that at this critical juncture, her purpose seemed to have become unimportant.

Because if she didn't do as Lu Chen said, then her purpose simply couldn't be achieved.

She fell silent, her eyes becoming very complex, containing unwillingness, hesitation, and a hint of struggle.

And Lu Chen just watched her, a hint of playfulness in his eyes.

Just as she was deeply conflicted, Gu Xiaoxiao suddenly had an epiphany, and a new idea surfaced in her mind.

If she really did have a deep exchange with Lu Chen, as he suggested.

Then, wouldn't proposing her desire to move into Lu Family Manor be a natural and logical progression?

Moreover, wasn't this what she had always dreamed of?

Now, this opportunity was within reach, and even the position of Lu Family's wife was almost tangible; how could she hesitate at this moment?

Thinking this, Gu Xiaiao felt as if a new world had opened up to her.

The gloom that had clouded her heart instantly dissipated, and everything became bright.

Her eyes regained their sparkle, and her expression shifted from the earlier conflict to determination.

Just then, Lu Chen's indifferent voice rang out again: "Go, I'll have the butler send you back."

Gu Xiaoxiao suddenly looked up, all the previous complexity in her eyes gone, replaced by an unparalleled resolve and courage.

She took a deep breath and said loudly, "Where's the bathroom? I'll go wash now."

Although her voice still trembled slightly, the determination in her tone was undeniable.

Lu Chen raised an eyebrow slightly when he heard this. He watched Gu Xiaoxiao quietly, his gaze scrutinizing.

Gu Xiaoxiao also stared back at Lu Chen without fear. Although she felt a little timid in her heart, she endured it, stubbornly meeting Lu Chen's gaze.

In this instant, an invisible tension seemed to fill the air, and their gazes met, sparking intense friction.

Lu Chen suddenly chuckled softly, his smile carrying a hint of playfulness, and said, "Alright, go find that girl from earlier; she'll take you."

When Gu Xiaoxiao heard this, she looked deeply at Lu Chen once more.

Finally, she nodded slowly and turned to leave.

Her steps were a bit unsteady at first, but quickly became firm.

She walked through the room, opened the door, and headed in the direction Xun Xiaoxiao had left.

Along the way, Lu Chen's figure constantly appeared in her mind; her heart held both a hint of anticipation and a hint of unease.

Especially when she thought about what was going to happen next, Gu Xiaoxiao's face flushed hot. She reached out and touched her face, feeling that it was terrifyingly hot.

Gu Xiaoxiao took a step with a complex and uneasy heart. After only two steps, she saw Xun Xiaoxiao.

She opened her mouth, but before she could speak, Xun Xiaoxiao smiled gently and said softly, "Mr. Lu has already told me; please follow me."

Xun Xiaoxiao's voice was as gentle as a spring breeze, soothing Gu Xiaoxiao's taut nerves.

Gu Xiaoxiao nodded slightly, her voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz, "Thank you."

Her heart was still racing, each beat reminding her how incredible her current situation was.

Xun Xiaoxiao led the way with light steps, while Gu Xiaoxiao quietly followed behind, her eyes occasionally glancing at the unfamiliar and luxurious surroundings.

Soon, they arrived at the bathroom door.

Xun Xiaoxiao politely stepped aside, gesturing for Gu Xiaoxiao to enter.