Chapter 104: A Hopeless Romantic Meets a Career Maniac

When Fang Yuan saw Lu Chuan nod, she was finally satisfied. She turned around, switched off the light, and went to sleep—truly not a single extra thought in her mind.

Once Lu Chuan managed to calm his thoughts, Fang Yuan was already snoring softly on her side.

But Lu Chuan started to agonize: “Why can’t Fang Yuan think a little more? Or is it just that I don’t make her feel anything special?”

His mind was really working overtime, mulling things over in the middle of the night. All that running around and chasing after her, all that physical exertion, seemed to have been for nothing.

The next morning, Fang Yuan was up bright and early, full of energy. Meanwhile, Lu Chuan had two big dark circles under his eyes—it was obvious he hadn’t slept well, looking as if some demon had sucked the life out of him.

Heaven knows, Lu Chuan was so wronged. He did have thoughts, but unfortunately the “demon” wasn’t interested in him at all.

Fang Yuan looked at him and said, “Did you dream about fighting someone last night? Why do you look so drained?”

Lu Chuan glared at her. “Don’t use the wrong words. I’m not drained, I just didn’t sleep well.”

But Fang Yuan was still dissatisfied. “Why not? We kissed, didn’t we? What else could you be thinking about?”

Lu Chuan gave her a plaintive look. Wasn’t it precisely because of that kiss? The things I thought about, you’ve never even imagined. But I can’t say that out loud.

Still, Lu Chuan had his pride, so he said, “I was just worried about you going back alone today, couldn’t sleep.”

He looked at Fang Yuan with deep affection, eyes full of unspoken words—such tender feelings!

Fang Yuan just frowned, her face falling. “You really worry about nothing. What’s there to be concerned about?”

Lu Chuan started to get anxious; this wasn’t going the way he’d hoped. “You’re my wife, and this is the first time you’re traveling so far by yourself. How is it worrying about nothing? Of course I care about you!”

All that deep emotion was shouted out with those last few words.

They say if you keep thinking about someone, they’ll eventually think of you too. Finally, Fang Yuan got the hint. “I care about you even more.”

Lu Chuan thought, Finally, we’re on the same page. After all my tireless efforts, Fang Yuan finally has a woman’s heart.

But then Fang Yuan said, “You’d better focus on your studies and learn some real skills. Don’t get distracted by nonsense. If I start worrying about you, you’ll be in trouble, understand?”

All of Lu Chuan’s feelings turned into a single sentence: “Let’s go eat.”

Fang Yuan replied, “Eat what? Let’s go shopping first, then I’ll catch my bus. You should get to school early and not delay your proper business.” She was all about her career.

Lu Chuan got stubborn. “It won’t take long to eat.”

Well, when Lu Chuan dug his heels in, Fang Yuan didn’t really have a way to deal with him.

Lu Chuan looked at Fang Yuan, his vision almost blurry from happiness after being scolded a couple of times. What could you do? He was just a hopeless romantic.

Anyway, they ate, bought the parts they needed, and then made their way to the bus station.

Fang Yuan was on the bus, Lu Chuan was outside. The two of them looked at each other through the window.

Lu Chuan fussed over her, “This bus goes straight to the county. Don’t get off midway, don’t meddle in other people’s business, and don’t talk to strangers.”

Fang Yuan didn’t take it seriously at all. “Relax, the driver knows my dad.”

Lu Chuan said, “That’s great. I was just about to go talk to the driver. Now I can rest easy.”

Fang Yuan replied, “I’m going home, that’s our turf. What are you worried about? You’re the one out here alone, all skinny and weak. You’re the one I should be worried about. Be careful, don’t let anyone trick you.”

Lu Chuan took this as a love confession—his wife was worried about him. Besides, he didn’t think anyone could trick him except Fang Yuan.

If only Fang Yuan could be a little more gentle and affectionate, he wouldn’t have to be such a hopeless romantic. Wasn’t he just hoping to balance things out between them?

But Fang Yuan was always practical and decisive. “Alright, I’m fine. You’d better get to school early. Don’t be one of those people who gets up early but arrives late, or people will say you’re not serious about your studies.”

Lu Chuan was reluctant to leave—this woman was just too heartless. “I know, I’ll head back in a bit. Remember to come visit me in the city on Sunday.”

The ticket seller called out that the bus was about to leave. For once, Fang Yuan’s expression changed a little. She said to Lu Chuan, “Don’t cause trouble out here, but don’t be afraid of it either. If you’re bullied, send word to me and I’ll come with my brother. Otherwise, just focus on your studies and don’t keep thinking about running home—it’s a waste of time and money.”

Lu Chuan was so touched his eyes turned red. He knew Fang Yuan cared about him—those were the sweetest words he could hear. As for the rest, he just tuned it out.

Then, the hopeless romantic Lu Chuan went over to the driver. “Please look after Fang Yuan on the road. My fifth brother is in the county.”

The driver replied, “Don’t worry. She’s Fang Da Leng’s daughter—no one with eyes would dare mess with her.”

Except for this young man, who must be out of his mind. The driver gave Lu Chuan a few extra looks. He didn’t seem like an idiot, though.

The bus drove off. Lu Chuan waved his arm for ages, not knowing if Fang Yuan looked back or not.

He headed off to school alone, feeling utterly desolate. A married man leaving home really was different from before.

On the bus, an older woman started chatting with Fang Yuan. “Is that your boyfriend? He looks like a real gentleman. What does he do in the city? Aren’t you worried, going back alone like this? What if he runs off with another girl?”

Fang Yuan didn’t bother with her. She knew there were plenty of shady people out there.

But the woman kept talking to herself. “You girls these days, not as friendly as the young men.”

Fang Yuan glanced at her and said, “See the driver? He’s my relative.”

After that, no one tried to bother Fang Yuan again. Not that anyone was really a bad person, but with her attitude, she didn’t seem like someone to mess with. Who would want to provoke a tough girl for no reason?

The driver really did know Fang Da Leng and made sure to drop Fang Yuan off right at Wu Hu’s place.

Once the brothers met up, the driver waved goodbye and left.

Wu Hu wasn’t worried about his sister getting lost, but he did complain, “You really have guts, being gone for days. I’ve been running around like crazy here.”

Fang Yuan replied, “That’s because I trust you. If it were anyone else, do you think I’d leave so easily?”

Wu Hu was so annoyed his nose was crooked. “Thanks for your trust. Is everything okay with Lu Chuan? At least let Uncle Qin know, or we’ll all be worried.”

Fang Yuan said, “I know, I know. Now get going.”

Then she remembered her big package. “Let me show you something cool. I’ve seen a lot in the city—they don’t build houses, they build buildings! And they use cranes, you know what a crane is? So tall you can’t even see the top. Just one rope can lift something super heavy.”

Fang Yuan went on and on, but Wu Hu only cared about one thing: “Just don’t tell me you want to buy a crane.”

Fang Yuan said, “I’d love to, but even if we pooled all our money, it wouldn’t be enough. But there’s no rush, we’ll earn it bit by bit. Wu Hu, you need to find more work.”

Wu Hu turned and walked away. This girl always thought about things as if they were in a famine. She was going to worry him to death."