Xia Mian tilted her head and glanced at Lu Zhenqing, a life of peace, happiness, great wealth, and prosperity, with no curses placed upon him. The only flaw: He’s destined for romance troubles, and with troublesome women. "If you’re not willing to give her up, then go find her yourself." Mrs. Lu furrowed her brows. "If we let Zeming go, then it’s an official action. If Shen Man is caught doing something disgraceful, we Lu Family cannot tolerate her!" Lu Zhenqing was very displeased with Mrs. Lu’s attitude, but after all, she was his mother. Even though he was dissatisfied, Lu Zhenqing dared not say a word. "Mom, she’s with her own dad, what’s possibly wrong? You’re just overthinking!" Lu Zhenqing awkwardly stood behind Mrs. Lu. Mrs. Lu didn’t want to argue with Lu Zhenqing any longer, and waved her hand dismissively at him, "Go then! Don’t stay here and annoy me!" Lu Zhenqing drooped his head and forlornly left the living room. Originally, he didn’t plan to continue living at the Lu Family Villa and wanted to return to his love nest with Shen Man. But remembering the task his father-in-law had entrusted him, he stayed put. Seeing Lu Zhenqing looking so lost, Mrs. Lu was exasperated. "For a woman, he has become such a mess! Truly disgraceful, losing all face for the Old Lu Family!" Mrs. Lu’s face turned grim, feeling utterly dissatisfied. Lu Zechuan and Xia Mian were younger and it wasn’t appropriate to say anything at the moment, so they exchanged glances silently, neither speaking. "Forget it; this mess, I couldn’t handle it when I was young, and now I don’t want to either!" Mrs. Lu finished speaking and waved to the maid, Sister-in-law Zhang. "Xiu’er, help me upstairs to sleep!" Sister-in-law Zhang quickly stepped forward and helped Mrs. Lu get up. "Oh, Ah Lan is bringing me some flowers later. When they arrive, take them upstairs for me!" Mrs. Lu instructed while walking. Listening to Mrs. Lu chat endlessly with the servant, Lu Zechuan slightly furrowed his brows. Ever since his mother passed away, Aunt Ding had rarely visited the Lu Family. "Are you tired? Rest for a bit, I’ll have someone prepare some pastries for you." Lu Zechuan thought fleetingly of that idea, then spoke gently to Xia Mian. Xia Mian responded with a "mhmm," raised her hand and rubbed her belly, feeling somewhat hungry after a long day. While Xia Mian sat on the sofa, Lu Zechuan ordered the servants to make desserts and went upstairs to change clothes. After sitting for a short while, Ding Lan entered, led by a servant. The servant carried two pots of flowers, blooming vibrantly. Under the afternoon sunlight, the petals glowed warmly, like a beautiful face. Ding Lan entered, saw Xia Mian, was momentarily stunned, then quickly smiled, "Miss Xia, nice to see you again." Xia Mian stood and smiled slightly at Ding Lan, "Nice to meet you!" Not standing on ceremony, Aunt Ding sat on the sofa, and as the servant offered hot tea, she chatted with Xia Mian, "Do you like flowers, Miss Xia?" Xia Mian glanced at the two potted flowers placed by the servant on the living room’s flower stand and answered evasively, "The flowers I like are too ordinary; I fear I can’t manage the kind Aunt Ding cultivates." Ding Lan smiled lightly, "Such a witty young lady." Ding Lan bowed her head, quietly sipping her tea. Xia Mian, unfamiliar with the person, didn’t keep the conversation going. Fortunately, the awkward atmosphere didn’t last long; Lu Zechuan changed clothes and came downstairs. Seeing Ding Lan, Lu Zechuan politely greeted her and then apologized with a smile, "Aunt Ding, you’ve come at an unfortunate time; Grandmother just went to sleep." Ding Lan chuckled, "No worries, I just came to deliver some flowers, and wanted to see you in passing." "See me?" Lu Zechuan was slightly surprised. Since his mother’s passing, Aunt Ding had been avoiding the Lu Family because of memories, so why did she suddenly want to see him today? "Isn’t your little aunt around?" Ding Lan asked casually as she sipped her tea. Lu Zechuan replied softly with a "mhmm," not divulging anything about Shen Man. Despite Ding Lan’s close friendship with his mother, she was still an outsider; and the Lu Family matters weren’t to be mixed with outsiders. "She asked me previously to help her find a Wei Zi plant. Recently, I’ve come across an opportunity. I called her this morning, but she didn’t answer. Today, while delivering these flowers to the elder, I dropped by to ask. Since she’s not here, then never mind. If you see her, ask her if she still wants the plant?" Aunt Ding spoke with a gentle voice, calmly, bringing a refreshing and pleasant feeling. Upon finishing, Ding Lan stood up, "Alright, I don’t have anything else, so I’ll be leaving now." Ding Lan nodded at Xia Mian and Lu Zechuan while speaking. Lu Zechuan got up and escorted Ding Lan to the door. Returning, the pastry chef had already prepared desserts and brought them over. Lu Zechuan sat down with Xia Mian by the sofa, "Have something to eat, and then take a nap upstairs?" Xia Mian picked up a shortbread but didn’t eat it immediately, instead asking a rather unrelated question, "Are Shen Man’s flowers brought from Aunt Ding?" Lu Zechuan was about to pick a chestnut cake, halted his actions upon hearing Xia Mian’s question. Previously, Xia Mian mentioned the few pots of flowers in Grandmother’s room were peculiar. He had thought Shen Man accidentally placed them there. But now, with Aunt Ding coming again saying Shen Man wanted the flowers, why did it feel so off? "Perhaps, it’s just a coincidence!" Lu Zechuan said uncertainly. Aunt Ding was his mother’s best friend, not someone bad. Besides, she had no reason to harm Grandmother. "Alright, maybe I’m overthinking!" Xia Mian said no more and started eating the pastry earnestly. Lu Family’s pastry chef had excellent skills; every dessert was exceptionally delicious. Xia Mian kept eating and ate too much. Her previously flat stomach became bloated. "I’ve eaten too much, I’ll go for a stroll." Xia Mian got up to leave, but at that moment, her phone rang. Xia Mian took out her phone for a glance—an unfamiliar number. Thinking for a bit, she decided to answer. Over the phone came Hu Lai’s panicked voice, "Miss Xia, bad news, Madam is missing!" Xia Mian’s eyes tensed, her heart immediately rising, "When did this happen?" "An hour ago!" Hu Lai, so anxious, his voice trembled, "Miss Xia, please come over quickly!" Hu Lai was truly distressed. Since Miss Xia moved to the Lu Family, to ensure her peace, they protected Song Juan meticulously! Yet, even so, Song Juan was coaxed away right under their noses! After asking for Song Juan’s disappearance location, Xia Mian succinctly said, "Wait for me," before hanging up. "My mom is missing; I need to go out." Xia Mian briefly informed Lu Zechuan, bent over at the entrance to change shoes, and was about to head out. Lu Zechuan, worried about her being alone, followed, "I’ll go with you." However, just as Xia Mian was about to leave, she suddenly halted.