Chapter 605: I’ll Come Pick You Up This Evening Chapter 605 – I’ll Come Pick You Up This Evening There’s still time. After leaving the Liu widow’s house, Lu Yun turned and hurried toward Xiao Ying’s home. This is the textual content of Chapter 605 of "Rural Beauty 605." "Though she was unhappy, Lu Xiaoying still pushed open the door and let Lu Yun enter the courtyard. As soon as Lu Xiaoying closed the door behind her, Lu Yun immediately wrapped his arms tightly around her, holding her close and murmuring, 'Xiaoying, there's something I've been thinking about for a long time—I really need to tell you.' Held in Lu Yun's embrace, Xiaoying had originally intended to struggle free, but upon hearing his words, she became curious and asked, 'What is it? You're speaking so seriously—don't you mean that your third aunt has already arranged a bride for you?' Lu Yun's expression darkened slightly, then replied, 'Almost exactly so.' 'What?' Xiaoying was startled. Lu Yun's words sounded like a thunderclap. She swayed slightly, and ended up being held securely by Lu Yun without falling. With misty eyes, she gazed at him and asked, 'Then... have you agreed?' Lu Yun nodded, but hadn't opened his mouth yet when Lu Xiaoying's tears began to flow. "You've deceived me, you've deceived me. You said you'd marry me when we grew up, and now you're...?" "Xiaoying, listen to me finish!" Lu Yun said urgently. Lu Xiaoying wiped her tears, her voice thick with emotion. "Alright, go on. I'm listening—what exactly happened?" Lu Yun exhaled in relief, gently wiping the traces of tears from her cheeks, and then carefully recounted to her how he had saved Si Ma Xinrou, how he had secretly brought back the fruit, and how he had met Si Ma Xinrou upon returning home. Lu Xiaoying slightly furrowed her brows, softly sighed in frustration, as if expressing her dissatisfaction. Yet, as she listened to Lu Yun's words, her expression softened, and her kind nature warmed her heart. She gently sighed, "Since you've promised, let's just settle for this for now. After all, you'll marry me when you grow up—otherwise, I'll show you that I'm not going to die easily." Lu Yun wiped his brow and gently urged, "Little Ying, I'm sure you know what I think. Don't worry." Lu Xiaoying huffed, "Who knows what you're thinking? Maybe you've just made up all this to flatter me and impress me, seeing that the girl is so beautiful." "Miss, I'm telling you the truth. If I weren't, you'd come back with me right now and ask my third aunt—ask her if I'm telling the truth. I've already told her everything about us, just so I could avoid this match." Lu Xiaoying opened her mouth wide, her face flushed, "You—you told Third Aunt?" Lu Yun nodded, saying, "My third aunt really likes that girl and insists I agree. I was only forced to say this after being pressed hard." Lu Xiaoying gasped, blushing, "How could you be so awkward! Now how am I ever going to face Third Aunt again?" Lu Yun chuckled, "That's nothing. It's just like before. After all, you've only visited our house a few times since you grew up." "Lu Yun just loved watching Lu Xiaoying's blushing cheeks—so soft and fresh, like a perfectly ripe apple, that he just wanted to bite into them." "Xiaoying, what are you doing out here? You shouldn't be lingering—come in and have dinner," Lu Yun said, gently holding Xiaoying close and whispering to her in a way that made her feel increasingly embarrassed. Suddenly, Jin Zhi's voice broke through, and Lu Yun jolted, releasing his arms from around her. "You startled me! My mother is having dinner with Ling Teacher in the house. Ling Teacher originally planned to wait for you to return before going home, but you—how ungrateful of you—to be chatting with other girls instead!" Xiaoying nodded slightly, then turned and walked back into the house. Lu Yun stood at the entrance of the main gate, staring at Lu Xiaoying, who was right. She had spent a great deal of effort in managing Ma Shufeng and Li Xiufang—the two older women—and after going through so many events, she had inadvertently sidelined Xiao Man. Now that Xiaoying was there, it felt like a relief. Otherwise, Lu Yun truly wanted to knock her head against the wall. This content is from Chapter 605 of "Rural Women of Charm." Lu Yun rubbed his head. This girl wasn't as easy to handle as she used to be—was it true that every girl who had been treated poorly by him had grown sharper, more perceptive, and more difficult to deal with? Once inside the house, Jin Zhi immediately greeted Lu Yun warmly, her demeanor natural and composed, showing no sign of discomfort or hesitation following today's incident. The village head was also there, quietly drinking his wine. Lu Yun's arrival clearly surprised him—having witnessed everything that had unfolded in the orchard, he was momentarily struck silent. For the first time, he rose from his seat and warmly invited, "Lu Yun, come join me for a drink." "Father, he can't drink. You drink yourself, please—don't spoil our future blossoms!" Lu Xiaoying interjected. The village head sighed and sat back down, yet kept glancing at Lu Yun with a look as if afraid he might accidentally mention today's incident. After greeting his uncle and aunt, Lu Yun turned his attention to Ling Xiaoman. Ling Xiaoman was also looking at Lu Yun, a gentle smile playing on her face, showing no trace of disappointment despite Lu Yun's absence all afternoon. "Little Yun, please sit down and have dinner with us," Jin Zhi warmly invited Lu Yun, clearly noticing the village chief's earlier reserved attitude and now expressing even greater enthusiasm toward Lu Yun. "Uncle, I have guests at my house. I came specifically to see Professor Ling. You go ahead and eat— I'll be off now." Lu Yun glanced at Ling Xiaoman and said, "Professor Ling, I'll come to pick you up in the evening." Ling Xiaoman nodded and smiled, "That's fine. Since there are guests at home, you'd better go now—I'm quite comfortable at Jin Zhi's." Lu Yun then bowed and left. The village chief was most delighted to see Lu Yun going—indeed, he was genuinely afraid that the young man would reveal everything he had seen in the orchard today. "I'll walk you out," Lu Xiaoying followed closely behind Lu Yun as they stepped out of the room. … Village beauty no. 605, main text no. 605 – I’ll come pick you up in the evening, all updated!