radicalducati Chapter 43 Her blush was brighter than the setting sun.
Chapter 43 Her blush was brighter than the setting sun.
In the afternoon, Lu Ran, Cheng Ning, and Wu Xiaomeng went to the cinema to watch a movie after having lunch.
Actually, this time it was Cheng Ning who took the initiative to suggest it, and just like last time, she bought the tickets in advance, which meant that Cheng Ning was inviting Lu Ran to watch a movie.
The movie-watching experience this time was similar to the last one.
It's unclear whether Cheng Ning chose these shows on purpose, but there were very few people at their events.
After the movie started, Lu Ran patiently described the movie scenes to Cheng Ning, just like before, without feeling tired at all.
Lu Ran thought that with Wu Xiaomeng around, Cheng Ning wouldn't lean her head on his shoulder like she did last time.
To his surprise, he had only just begun speaking.
I felt a weight on my shoulder, followed by a wonderful fragrance of hair.
Although Lu Ran was puzzled as to why Cheng Ning had become so bold, he didn't think much of it and continued to dictate movie scenes to Cheng Ning.
If Lu Ran looked down now, he would see that Cheng Ning's face was redder than the setting sun.
After all, Wu Xiaomeng was right there beside her; this was the boldest thing Cheng Ning had ever done in her life.
She took this step resolutely because she could no longer suppress her emotions.
However, Cheng Ning was unaware of this.
Wu Xiaomeng completely missed her composure, only glancing at the scene of the two snuggling together before turning her attention back to the movie screen.
In Wu Xiaomeng's opinion, Ning's sister and brother-in-law are a couple, so it's normal for them to hug and play with each other next to her. What's so strange about them leaning on each other's shoulders?
This was nowhere near as appealing as the popcorn and movie in her hand, so Wu Xiaomeng only glanced at it before moving away in disappointment.
Two hours later, the movie ended.
The three of them walked out of the movie theater and onto the street.
Wu Xiaomeng said excitedly, "Sister Ning, today's movie was so wonderful! This is the best movie-watching experience I've ever had."
Cheng Ning asked doubtfully, "This movie has been out for a long time, and there are already clips available online. Haven't you seen it?"
Wu Xiaomeng laughed and said, "I've seen it. Actually, the movie itself isn't very interesting. The plot is old-fashioned and the jokes are forced. If I watched it alone, I probably would have fallen asleep."
"Then why did you say it was exciting?" Cheng Ning didn't understand. If it wasn't interesting, how could it be exciting?
"Haha, Sister Ning, you don't know how lucky you are! I said it was amazing because your husband was explaining it to you!"
"My brother-in-law's commentary added a hundred points to the movie. It was so interesting. If my brother-in-law became a movie commentary blogger, he would definitely be a big hit."
Lu Ran was so embarrassed by the praise that she felt embarrassed.
He chuckled, touching his nose, "Haha, my explanation was actually just so-so. My focus was on making the scenes more vivid so that Cheng Ning could understand the movie plot. I can't compare to a professional."
Wu Xiaomeng said enviously, "Brother-in-law, it's because you put your heart into it that things are so good."
"Now I know why Sister Ning likes you. If I met someone like my brother-in-law, I would like him too."
Cheng Ning tugged at her cousin's sleeve: "Okay, let's shop around for a bit and then head back, it's getting late."
"Haha, Sister Ning, you're so shy."
Lu Ran looked up at the sky, offering no explanation or complaint, thinking to himself, "Xiao Meng, if you can talk, then talk more."
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The next day.
I'm taking Cheng Ning abroad for surgery in a few days.
Before leaving the country, Lu Ran planned to visit Upstream Media. After breakfast, Lu Ran said to Cheng Ning and the other person:
"You guys stay home and play, I'm going out for a bit."
Cheng Ning asked, "Going fishing again?"
"Fishing? Me too! Brother-in-law, can you take me with you? Sister Ning, you come too, let's go fishing together."
Cheng Ning shook her head: "I still have to work. You go with Lu Ran."
Lu Ran laughed and said, "I'm not going fishing. I recently found a job and I'm going to the company today to complete the onboarding process."
Cheng Ning was taken aback, then exclaimed happily, "You found a job?"
"What kind of job is it? Is the pay good?"
Lu Ran: "Yeah, it's a media company. The pay is just okay."
"A media company?"
Wu Xiaomeng asked in surprise, "Brother-in-law, are you planning to become a live streamer?"
"I heard that being a news anchor at a media company is very tiring, requiring more than ten hours of work every day, and they mostly recruit women."
"Brother-in-law, you are very handsome and could make a living off your looks, but live streaming isn't just about being good-looking to earn money."
Hearing that she worked such a long day, Cheng Ning hesitated and asked, "Are you really going to become a live streamer?"
"Being a live streamer is fine, but you can do it from home."
Lu Ran laughed and said, "Don't worry, I'm not a live streamer, and I won't be working more than ten hours a day. I'm a junior manager, so my working hours should be flexible."
"Boss, brother-in-law, you're so amazing, you became a leader right after you joined?"
Wu Xiaomeng believed Lu Ran's words without a doubt, after all, her brother-in-law drove a supercar.
"If you're curious, you can come with me."
Lu Ran didn't really intend to keep it from Cheng Ning; they were together every day, and she would find out sooner or later.
Upon hearing this, Cheng Ning smiled gently and shook her head: "Why don't you take Xiao Meng shopping? I still have some orders to submit."
Lu Ran replied, "Okay."
He did not persuade Cheng Ning to give up her job. Everyone has their own life, and Cheng Ning should have her own ideals and career. Cheng Ning is not a caged bird. He only needs to protect Cheng Ning from harm.
After saying goodbye to Cheng Ning.
Lu Ran then led Wu Xiaomeng to the underground parking garage.
Lu Ran did not choose to drive a sports car. While those things are good for showing off, their advantages lie in speed, appearance, and scarcity.
Actually, it's not very comfortable, and it's not fun to drive it too much.
"Wow, brother-in-law, you actually own more than one car! A G-Class? I recognize that car; many of my classmates look at it online every day."
Wu Xiaomeng quickly took out her phone and took a few photos of the car, then leaned against it and took a few selfies before stopping.
Looking at the photos on her phone, Wu Xiaomeng said excitedly, "When I get back and show them to my classmates, they'll be so envious of me, haha."
Lu Ran took out his keys and opened the car door.
He asked, "Xiaomeng, didn't your dad buy you a car?"
Cheng Ning's uncle's family is quite wealthy, and since Wu Xiaomeng loves cars so much, spending a few hundred thousand yuan to buy one shouldn't be a problem.
Wu Xiaomeng was immediately unhappy upon hearing this.
After getting into the car, she sighed and said, "Don't even mention brother-in-law. My dad insists that he'll only buy it for me after I start working, and the budget is only 150,000. He won't even let me take out a loan."
"But they won't let me take out a loan. How am I supposed to buy a Su-7 for 150,000?"
Lu Ran started the vehicle.
"Your dad is right. You'd better stay away from loans in the future. Once you get involved with them, you'll lose your freedom."
Wu Xiaomeng nodded: "Brother-in-law, you're right. Then I'll work hard and save enough money before I buy it."
When is your birthday?
Lu Ran suddenly asked this question.
He could tell that Wu Xiaomeng genuinely liked Cheng Ning, and Cheng Ning also treated Wu Xiaomeng like a younger sister.
Wu Xiaomeng has a great personality, and Lu Ran was perfectly willing to buy her some gifts.
"There's still a month left, brother-in-law, why are you asking this?"
Lu Ran smiled and said, "It's nothing, I'm just planning to bring your sister Ning to celebrate your birthday."
Upon hearing this, Wu Xiaomeng exclaimed happily, "Really? Brother-in-law, that's wonderful!"
Lu Ran nodded: "Of course it's true."
The two chatted and laughed all the way, and about an hour later they arrived near the company.
Beside a bustling street stands a six-story office building.
Outside the magnificent gate, several large characters are prominently engraved on the stone pier: "Upstream Media Co., Ltd."