Chapter 29 Part 2

Her gaze passed through the long hall to the restaurant at the other end, where she spotted Qin Yushu already there, elegantly having breakfast.

This level of self-discipline was no wonder she succeeded! No wonder she could be called “President Qin”!

Qin Yushu noticed her too.

“Come have breakfast.”

Qin Yushu said, “Meals are included in the rent.”

Lu Ningshuang felt a bit embarrassed. “Okay.”

As she headed over, she realized that Housekeeper Nangong, who had “terrified” her last night, had appeared by her side again!

Seeing her about to smile, Lu Ningshuang’s alarms blared!

She tried to walk away, but it was too late. She heard Housekeeper Nangong whisper stubbornly.

“It’s the first time I’ve seen the young miss care about someone so much.”

Lu Ningshuang: “…”

Master, stop chanting, stop!

On one hand, she couldn’t help but wonder how many more “firsts” about the “young miss” Qin Yushu would come out of this housekeeper’s mouth.

After saying that, Housekeeper Nangong slipped away like an NPC who had delivered her fixed line and completed her KPI.

Happy with that little mischief?

Incomprehensible.

Lu Ningshuang sat down in a daze.

Breakfast at President Qin’s was sumptuous, full of delicacies the freeloading Alpha had never seen.

Lu Ningshuang never shortchanged herself when it came to eating. She didn’t even glance at the beauty across from her, devouring it all with gusto.

She even concluded that the chef at President Qin’s house was far better than that Michelin-starred restaurant from before—what on earth had they been serving there?

After a satisfying meal, Lu Ningshuang couldn’t help but voice her confusion to Qin Yushu. “This Housekeeper Nangong… isn’t she a bit strange sometimes?”

After staying overnight, Lu Ningshuang had already learned some basic information about the place.

This was because everyone working there had been extremely friendly toward her. After all, she was the Alpha whom President Qin had personally brought back—the legitimate partner stamped on the marriage certificate!

Yes.

Qin Yushu had first told everyone working in the villa about her marriage. They were a bit surprised, but they quickly accepted it. It just meant serving one more person, and everyone had fixed duties anyway—it wasn’t hard.

Plots like arrogant wealthy family servants looking down on a live-in son-in-law Alpha only happened in third-rate brainless novels.

Besides, it was this era now. They were just working jobs; what did the employer’s family matters have to do with them?

They were all just doing their jobs for pay. At most, they could eavesdrop on some gossip for fun—that was already a “bonus.”

It was also from these people that Lu Ningshuang learned the housekeeper’s surname was Nangong. She was supposedly the earliest servant by Qin Yushu’s side and hadn’t changed over the years, so she still addressed Qin Yushu as “Miss.”

Not the more common “President Qin” these days.

Nangong… what a surname dripping with overbearing CEO novel vibes.

“Some of the things she says occasionally—you don’t need to take them too seriously,” Qin Yushu said.

Lu Ningshuang: “Huh?”

Qin Yushu continued, “She privately enjoys reading some online novels.”

Lu Ningshuang: !!!

She knew it! She just knew it!!!

“Unfortunately, I never gave her the chance to realize her dreams in the past few years. Now that she’s suddenly seen you…”

Qin Yushu explained, “She probably feels like her long-cherished wish has come true, and everything she’s learned in the past finally has a use. She’ll likely be especially excited for a while.”

!!!!!

Housekeeper Nangong had indeed been with Qin Yushu for a long time, and the two shared a certain bond. At that moment, Qin Yushu said no more and simply watched Lu Ningshuang.

Lu Ningshuang thought for a moment before asking softly, “Then should I cooperate with her?”

Since she was an old retainer, she probably deserved some special treatment… right?

Qin Yushu suddenly chuckled lightly. “No need.”

Lu Ningshuang was just about to breathe a sigh of relief. She could barely tolerate getting zapped by these little shocks every day like usual, but having to play along herself… that would be so tiring! QAQ

The live-in Alpha Little Lu indicated that serving President Qin was one price, but this was extra!

But then Qin Yushu added, “Role-playing? Lu Miss hasn’t even played with me first yet…”

“No!!!” Lu Ningshuang immediately clarified, jumping up despite having just eaten her fill.

Qin Yushu glanced at her but didn’t pursue the topic. “Respect preferences.”

She settled the matter with Housekeeper Nangong definitively. “If she goes too far, come find me then.”

Some things weren’t convenient for her to handle personally, but seeing the little dog with her cheeks all flushed… especially in that context…

She really wanted to watch.

Lu Ningshuang didn’t notice someone’s ulterior motives. “Mm-hmm, got it.”

Qin Yushu stood and moved to another seat.

As the controlling figurehead of a massive corporation, she naturally had to stay informed on the latest news in the industry.

Missing even the slightest detail could mean losing out on deals worth tens or even hundreds of billions.

Thus, Qin Yushu processed a huge volume of information daily, even digging for hidden insights from the fringes of unrelated news.

This included some print media and newspapers.

Since she was at home today, Qin Yushu’s attire was even more relaxed and comfortable than when she went out, giving her a somewhat softer appearance.

But when she raised her head, those brows and eyes were bright and striking.

At that moment, she picked up a newspaper and read quietly. No matter the time, an Omega’s posture—even if slightly relaxed—far surpassed those who deliberately posed. The faint imperfection even added a touch of composure, still elegant. In an instant, it blurred the lines of time, as if an old-fashioned noble from bygone days had appeared before them.

Though busy, Qin Yushu didn’t forget the little dog in front of her. “That banquet I mentioned to you earlier…”

Lu Ningshuang nodded to show she remembered, then realized Qin Yushu couldn’t see it. “I remember. You mentioned it~”

She asked, “What’s up with the banquet?”

Qin Yushu replied, “It’s set for tomorrow night.”

Lu Ningshuang was startled. “So soon?”

She thought about it. Qin Yushu had told her “in a few days,” then the busy President Qin had gone on a business trip. She’d returned after a few days too, so yeah—the timing lined up perfectly!

Lu Ningshuang immediately grew nervous. “Where’s it being held? Who’s attending? Should I go buy an outfit right now to dress up?”

She wouldn’t care about embarrassing herself if it were just her alone. She’d throw on anything and go.

No awkwardness at all!

Poor and proud—that was her. What was inferiority? Never heard of it!

But this time, she was going as Qin Yushu’s Alpha, President Qin’s partner. She represented the other’s face, so she had to be cautious.

“I’ll take you there when the time comes. As for the people on site…”

Qin Yushu paused. “You don’t need to know them all.”

She added, “They’re not anyone worth remembering. I’ll introduce the ones that matter on the spot—face-to-face is easier for recognition anyway.”

Lu Ningshuang: “Oh.”

Qin Yushu continued, “I’ll prepare the clothes for you to wear that day.”

“Oh.”

Another “oh” from Lu Ningshuang. “Then should we go shopping today?”

Maybe it was Housekeeper Nangong’s ancient overbearing CEO aura rubbing off, but at the mention of buying clothes, Lu Ningshuang’s mind jumped to that line—

“Today, Yushu took me to MetesWei”…

Deep thought.

Over there, President Qin was enjoying a real-life Miracle Try-On*. Lu Ningshuang’s mind swirled with one thought—

You can’t imagine the joys of the wealthy!

Nor the joys of being kept by a rich woman!!!

Before Lu Ningshuang got too busy, Housekeeper Nangong asked, “What should we do with those two packages Madam brought back last night?”

Oh, right—that too!

Housekeeper Nangong brought the items over as she spoke, evidence in hand. One was really big, about four feet long. Lu Ningshuang finally remembered the wedding gift from her parents.

“You haven’t opened them yet?” Lu Ningshuang asked.

Housekeeper Nangong: “No.”

Without orders from above, how could they dare open their employer’s packages?

“Then could Housekeeper Nangong help open them?”

They were just local specialties anyway; Lu Ningshuang didn’t mind at all. Thinking of the designers’ rush, and with one gown already stuffed into her hands, she headed upstairs to the private changing room.

After all, it was a wedding gift for both of them, and the other recipient, Qin Yushu, was still there.

But President Qin herself showed no interest in handling it personally. She only glanced up when it was time to open it—maybe even offer a compliment or two, since it was from her in-laws…

Rustle, rustle—the soft sounds of the package being opened, mixed with the friction of foam padding.

“Miss, Madam’s this—!”

Housekeeper Nangong, who was steadily opening the package and was always reliable, suddenly exclaimed in shock at whatever she saw.

Gasps of surprise came from those around her too.

Lu Ningshuang halted mid-step on the stairs, forgetting everything else as she rushed back down.

The Alpha’s mind buzzed with one thought—

Oh no!

Oh no, oh no, oh no!!

What could shock so many people? Could it be… the local specialties her parents sent had spoiled during transport?!!!