After graduating from college, Lu Yu went abroad to study for his master's degree for two years.
In April, he finished his credits early and graduated.
Having been in a long-distance relationship with Yan Zhuxi for the past two years, even though he flew back once a month, it still couldn't ease his yearning for her. Therefore, as soon as he settled his affairs at school, he bought a ticket and flew back.
Because there was an important thing he needed to do.
Yan Zhuxi had started working right after college. The company she joined was quite prestigious in the industry. In her first year, she earned an annual salary of two hundred thousand, and by the second year, it increased by another hundred thousand. Combined with other part-time jobs she took on, today she finally paid off all her family's debts.
This was something truly worth celebrating, and she absolutely had to share her joy with Lu Yu.
She took out her phone, just about to call Lu Yu, when it started ringing.
It was Lu Xun.
After Lu Yu went abroad to study, Shu Qingqing was afraid she would be lonely, so she brought Lu Xun over to see her every week. Sometimes when Shu Qingqing didn't have time, Lu Xun would come by himself to drop things off for her.
Yan Zhuxi answered the phone, and sure enough, Lu Xun said he was coming to deliver something to her.
However, this time Lu Xun didn't come directly to her. Instead, he gave her an address and asked her to come over.
Yan Zhuxi looked at the location and saw it was in the suburbs, a bit far from where she lived, and the meeting time was in the evening.
But today was Saturday, and she didn't have much else going on anyway. After eating lunch, she took her time heading out.
As soon as she arrived, she saw Lu Xun.
Seeing her approach, Lu Xun trotted over to greet her. Let's go, sister-in-law. Today's item is a bit big, and I can't carry it alone. Come with me.
Yan Zhuxi suspected nothing and followed Lu Xun inside.
But they hadn't walked far when a curtain suddenly appeared in front of them.
Just as Yan Zhuxi was wondering why such a thing would suddenly be there, the curtain slowly opened.
Lu Yu stood behind it wearing a suit, holding a bouquet of fresh flowers in his hands, looking at her with a smile.
Then, Lu Yu got down on one knee and slowly recited his proposal vows.
Yan Zhuxi had always thought that crying during a proposal was a bit melodramatic, but at this moment, she couldn't hold back her own tears.
The moment she nodded, countless brilliant fireworks bloomed behind her.
Shu Qingqing waited until the two had finished embracing before running over. I've finally waited for this day! When do you plan to hold the wedding? Where will it be? What kind of style do you like?
Before Lu Yu and Yan Zhuxi could speak, Lu Xun chimed in first. How about going back to Country F? The weather in May is the most suitable. Mom, the wedding you and Dad had there was great. We can revisit the old places and have fun there for a couple of weeks.
Lu Yu cast a mild glance at him. May won't work.
Lu Xun asked, Why? The weather in May is so nice, neither cold nor hot.
Lu Yu replied, You are about to start middle school soon.
Lu Xun paused.
Lu Yu looked at Yan Zhuxi. Can we hold the wedding in the second half of the year? We can do it anywhere you like.
Yan Zhuxi naturally agreed.
At this time, Lu Xun still hadn't realized the severity of the situation.
That night, upon returning home, he excitedly grabbed his tablet, wanting to share a game he had recently been hooked on with Lu Yu. Who knew that just as he opened his door, he would see his brother walking in with a stack of exam papers.
Lu Xun's intuition told him something was wrong. Brother, what are you doing?
Lu Yu closed the door, sat down at his desk, and took out a piece of A4 paper. This is the study plan I made for you. Starting today, right up until your exams, you must strictly follow this plan.
Lu Xun blankly took it and took a look. After reading it, he was even more dumbfounded. The plan stated that he had to memorize texts for half an hour before going to school every day, do two exam papers after coming home from school, and study until ten o'clock every night!
The sky was falling! Where would he have time to play games?!
Brother, you must be joking with me, right? Lu Xun pinched his own face and found that it hurt; he wasn't dreaming.
Lu Yu's expression was cold and serious. Come here. Today I'll first help you review fourth-grade math.
Not only did Lu Xun not go over, but he also took a half step back. Brother, I'm your own flesh-and-blood younger brother. Didn't you say before that as long as I passed my exams, it would be fine? I've passed every time.
Lu Yu replied, That was before. Now you're going to middle school, and a passing grade won't get you into a good school at all.
Lu Xun picked at his fingers. Brother, don't I still have you and Dad? Even if I can't get into a good school, it won't matter in the future.
Lu Yu suddenly sighed. I don't demand that you get into a top-tier school, but you at least need to get into a decent one. Dad and I can indeed protect you for a lifetime, but life is unpredictable. What if one day Dad and I are no longer around? Only when you are capable yourself can you protect Mom.
Lu Xun scratched his head. Brother, why are you saying this? You and Dad will definitely live a long life.
Lu Yu didn't speak; he just looked at him silently.
Ultimately, Lu Xun couldn't withstand that gaze. Okay, okay, okay, I'll study, I'll study. Brother, stop looking at me like that.
For the first few days, Lu Xun actually performed pretty well. However, this only lasted for a week before he showed his true colors.
That evening, when Lu Yu came to his room to tutor him, he was lying on his bed playing games, refusing to get up no matter what. Brother, I've decided. If anything unexpected happens to you and Dad, Mom and I absolutely won't live on! We'll immediately follow you to the grave! So, I'm still not going to study.
Lu Yu was silent for a few seconds, then raised his hand and gave him a hard smack on the bottom. If you ever say something like that again, it won't be just one slap.
It was Lu Xun's first time being smacked by his brother, but looking at his brother's eyes, he didn't dare say a single word.
Then, the tablet in his hands was snatched away.
Lu Yu held the tablet and controlled it for a few minutes before throwing it back. I originally thought that since you don't like studying, you must be really good at games. I was even planning to invest in a gaming company later on. I didn't expect you to play so terribly.
Lu Xun took it and took a look. The half-dead game from just a moment ago had unexpectedly been turned into a victory by his brother.
He sat up excitedly. Brother! Are you really going to invest in a gaming company? How about investing in the game I'm playing right now? I really love this game, and I even want to go watch a live tournament! But their tournaments are always in Country M, and Mom refuses to take me.
Lu Yu took out his phone and searched for the tournament Lu Xun mentioned. I just checked. The team you mentioned has a match in Country Z this September. If you can test into No. 3 Middle School this time, I'll take you there.
Lu Xun bolted upright. Really?
Lu Yu said, A promise is a promise.
Lu Xun gritted his teeth. Alright then, I'll study.
The corners of Lu Yu's lips curled up in an almost imperceptible smile.
Actually, there was no tournament in September at all; it was in May.
Even though Lu Xun was twelve years old, for now, he was still quite easy to fool.
