After finishing the cherry souffle, Lu Shouyue put down the bowl and couldn’t stop praising: "Not bad, Wanwan, it’s rare to find a girl like you who can make such delicious food." Lin Wanwan didn’t agree with this statement: "Who says? There are still many girls like that." Just as Lu Shouyue was about to continue his compliments, he suddenly felt something crawl over his foot, startled, he looked down only to see a green turtle slowly crawling by. Lu Shouyue asked curiously: "Is this yours? A green turtle, what breed is it?" Lin Wanwan picked up the little green turtle, made a decision instantly in her heart, and sighed: "Found it by accident, then discovered it’s a green sea turtle, a protected animal, planning to take it to the police station." Lu Shouyue, though knowledgeable, was not particularly adept when it came to marine life. He laughed upon hearing this: "Well, you certainly have good luck, picking up a protected animal just like that." Lin Wanwan said happily: "Exactly! It’s also contributing to environmental protection. If I hadn’t found this little turtle, it might not have survived." Lu Shouyue showed a carefree smile and said: "Indeed, Wanwan, your merit is immeasurable. Now are you going to hand it over to the police? How about we go together since it’s still early." Lin Wanwan stood up and said: "Sure, I’ll go change my clothes first, wait for me a bit." With that, she placed the green sea turtle into Lu Shouyue’s hands, climbed up the stairs to her room, not giving him any chance to speak. Lu Shouyue watched her lively figure bounce up the wooden staircase with exceptionally gentle eyes. Lin Wanwan quickly changed clothes, and her luggage for Qiong Ya was already prepared. Ten minutes later, dressed in a khaki long down jacket, Lin Wanwan came downstairs with her suitcase. Lu Shouyue walked forward a few steps, taking the suitcase from her hand: "You’re so fast, it surprised me." Lin Wanwan joked with a smile: "What, does Mr. Lu usually wait a long time for girls?" Lu Shouyue smiled faintly: "Stayed single till now, never had the chance to wait for a girl before. Thank you, Wanwan, for giving me this opportunity to practice." Lin Wanwan was surprised and said: "No way, how could someone as excellent as Mr. Lu still be single." Lu Shouyue sighed: "Can’t help it, usually too busy, not much free time. I must adjust my work schedule in the future, or I might just end up alone." As they talked, they walked to the entrance to change shoes and opened the door to leave. "My car is parked just by the roadside spot up front, not far." Lu Shouyue courteously helped Lin Wanwan with her luggage, and Lin Wanwan was happy to let him show off his gentlemanly grace, after all, it’s a form of etiquette! After placing the suitcase in the trunk, they sat in the car, buckled up, and Lu Shouyue turned to Lin Wanwan: "Now off to the nearest police station?" Lin Wanwan nodded: "Yeah, let’s go, the sooner I’m rid of it, the sooner I’ll be at ease. This creature is quite significant." The nearby police station wasn’t far, just a ten-minute drive from the neighborhood. While Lu Shouyue parked the car, Lin Wanwan put on a mask and got out first, taking the green sea turtle, pushing the police station door open. At the front desk, the officer wearing a mask below his nose stood up: "What can I do for you?" Lin Wanwan approached and placed the green sea turtle on the counter, saying: "Officer, I found a small turtle while playing at the seaside." This young officer was evidently experienced, as citizens often brought all sorts of strange things to the station, like owls, eagles, wallets, etc., so he wasn’t surprised at all. He was also accustomed to being called "uncle" by peers or even those of auntie generations. Everyone knows that "police officer uncle" is a standard term of address for all ages and genders. The officer calmly took the green sea turtle, and gave Lin Wanwan some verbal praise. Meanwhile, other officers, attracted by the excitement, gathered around, guessing and discussing one after another, and one who seemed the oldest among them video-called the relevant department for assistance. Soon, experts on the other end recognized the turtle’s identity via video and said they’d come to the police station immediately. This is a nationally protected, globally endangered species! Such a young turtle needs at least a few years of care at an ocean park before being released to the sea to return to nature’s embrace. Upon realizing the turtle’s identity, the officers at the station grew excited, this was the kind of event worthy of inviting journalists for a report! The officers’ faces lit up with eager smiles: "You’ve found a protected animal, the ocean aquarium experts are on their way, would you like to sit for a while? I’ll pour you a cup of tea." Lin Wanwan checked her phone and apologized: "Officer, I have a flight to catch. Since I’ve handed over the young turtle, I’ll leave before the experts arrive. I’m confident it’s safest in your hands." Hearing Lin Wanwan speak this way, the officers couldn’t insist she stay longer, as she was simply a citizen keen on environmental and animal protection, not a criminal. So they said: "Alright, just hold the turtle and we’ll take a photo to document it." As Lin Wanwan was guided by the officers for photos and information recording, Lu Shouyue, who had parked the car, walked in with a smile and asked: "Wanwan, how did it go, all done?" "Who are you? What are you here for?" "Oh, officer, he’s with me." Lin Wanwan quickly explained, while Lu Shouyue calmly nodded at everyone, unperturbed. The officers regarded Lu Shouyue with complex looks, like a pack of stray dogs encountering an Afghan hound intruding their territory, always eager to suppress the other’s presence. Why does it seem that all beauties are already taken in this world! This text is hosted at NoveI~Fire.net The bachelor officers felt a bit melancholic. As they left the police station, Lin Wanwan sighed; had it not been for the green sea turtle being seen by Lu Shouyue, she might not have decided to hand it over to the state. Losing her pet, little Qingyu might shed tears. To make up for little Qingyu’s loss, Lin Wanwan decided to pick a pretty cat or dog from the modern era to bring back as a pet for Qingyu! Children probably can’t resist fluffy things, she would surely love it. Getting in the car, Lu Shouyue glanced at his watch and said to Lin Wanwan: "Wanwan, if there’s nothing else, shall we head to the airport?" "Okay, I’ve got nothing else. Let’s go!" Previously, when returning to the modern era, Lin Wanwan had made plans with Lu Shouyue to travel together. Upon learning he had secured flight routes and would be flying on a private plane to Qiong Ya, she naturally didn’t buy a ticket herself and chose to hitch a ride on the private plane.