Rebirth: What to do if you fall into a wolf's den

Xin Mujing's turmoil is gradually subsiding, while Lu Nanxu's campaign has reached the most critical moment.

Ever since he discussed countermeasures with Helian Minxiao and others last time, Lu Nanxu has been looking for a way to have the best of both worlds - to ensure that the Su family's support is not lost, and to make the Su family understand that there is no romantic relationship between him and Su Su.

The sun shines through the sparse clouds and falls on the garden of the villa in the suburbs of Beijing, creating mottled light and shadows. On this day, the head of the Su family, Su's father, specially invited Lu Nanxu to come and chat, and Lu Nanxu also attended the appointment as scheduled.

When Lu Nanxu entered the gate of the villa, he saw Father Su waiting in the garden. Father Su was wearing a dark Chinese robe, and his demeanor revealed a calmness and majesty. When he saw Lu Nanxu coming, he smiled with satisfaction and walked forward to greet him.

"Nan Xu, you're here." Father Su's voice was gentle yet powerful, revealing the majesty of a superior.

"Hello, Uncle Su." Lu Nanxu greeted him respectfully, and then sat down at the stone table in the garden at the invitation of Uncle Su.

Father Su waved his hand to signal the servants to serve tea and snacks, then looked at Lu Nanxu gently and asked, "Nanxu, how is the election going recently? Is everything going well?"

Lu Nanxu smiled and nodded, and replied: "Thank you Uncle Su for your concern, everything is fine. I feel very lucky to have the help of Helian Minxiao and others."

Hearing this, Father Su's eyes flashed with admiration. He nodded, then changed the subject and said, "Nan Xu, I have always been optimistic about you. Among all the candidates, you are the strongest, and you have the support of Helian Minxiao and others. Even if I don't help, I believe you can succeed."

Lu Nanxu smiled modestly and didn't respond. He knew what Father Su was going to say next. Sure enough, Father Su changed the subject and started talking about his daughter Su Su.

"Nan Xu, you know, Su Su has been very close to you since childhood. The relationship between you two is more than just old friends." Su's father sighed softly, as if he was recalling the past.

"Yes, Su Su is my friend, just like my sister." Lu Nanxu replied with a firm but gentle tone.

Father Su nodded, seeming to be satisfied with Lu Nanxu's answer. But his next words surprised Lu Nanxu.

"Nan Xu, if Su Su can marry you, it will be a good thing for both of our families." There was a hint of suggestion and expectation in Su's father's tone.

Lu Nanxu's heart tightened. He knew that Father Su was testing his attitude. He took a deep breath, calmed himself, and then tactfully replied, "Uncle Su, I have always regarded Su Su as my sister. My feelings for her are family affection, not love."

Father Su's face darkened slightly, but he soon regained his composure. He sighed softly and said, "Nan Xu, I understand what you mean. But you have to know that Su Su's feelings for you are more than just family affection."

Lu Nanxu was silent for a moment, then raised his head, looked into Father Su’s eyes, and said seriously: “Uncle Su, I understand what you mean. But I can’t deceive Su Su’s feelings, nor can I sacrifice her happiness because of my ambitions.”

After hearing this, Father Su showed a complicated expression on his face. He was silent for a moment, then said: "Nan Xu, you are a responsible young man. But you should know that if Su Su cannot marry you, then the Su family's support for you..."

Father Su hadn't finished his words, but the threat in them was already very obvious.

However, Lu Nanxu did not back down. He carefully analyzed the current situation for Su's father: "Uncle Su, I understand what you mean. But what I want to say is that even without the support of the Su family, I am confident that I can win this election. But for me, what is more important is the friendship and cooperation with the Su family. I believe that even without Su Su's participation, as long as the Su family can support me, the relationship between our two families can still be long-lasting and stable."

After hearing this, Father Su fell into deep thought. He had to admit that Lu Nanxu's words made sense. Finally, he nodded and said, "Nanxu, I will seriously consider your words."

Then Father Su asked the housekeeper to escort Lu Nanxu out of the villa. Looking at Lu Nanxu's departing back, Father Su couldn't help but have more admiration and expectations for this young man.

……

As the night deepened, the neon lights of the city flickered under the night sky. Lu Nanxu left the Su family's manor. Although he was a little worried about Su's father's attitude, he was more determined about his plan.

He knew that in a world of power and intrigue, interests often come first. Although Father Su loved his daughter, he would never make a decision that would harm the family's interests.

On the other side, Su Su finished her party with friends and returned home. As soon as she entered the house, she learned from the housekeeper Uncle Zhang that Lu Nanxu had been home.

Su Su was happy, but more annoyed. She walked quickly into the living room and saw her father leisurely reading the newspaper. She said coquettishly, "Dad, why didn't you tell me that Nan Xu came to our house today? If I had known, I wouldn't have gone out to play with my friends."

Father Su raised his head and looked at his daughter's dissatisfied expression, feeling helpless.

He recalled the conversation with Lu Nanxu during the day. Lu Nanxu's attitude was firm, and it was obvious that he had no romantic feelings for Su Su. However, Su Su was deeply in love with Lu Nanxu, which made him feel a little depressed.

He put down the newspaper, took a deep breath, and decided to have a good talk with his daughter: "Su'er, Dad talked to Lu Nanxu today. He...he may not be suitable for you."

When Su Su heard this, her face was filled with shock and disbelief: "Impossible! How could he not like me? We grew up together, how could he only treat me as his sister?"

Father Su felt even more helpless when he saw his daughter's stubbornness. He patiently explained, "Su'er, you can't force relationships. Lu Nanxu has his own ideas and choices, and we can't force him."

However, Su Su could not listen to this. She said excitedly, "I don't care! I just like him! I want to marry him! If he doesn't marry me, Dad, don't vote for him in the election!"

When Father Su heard this, his face suddenly darkened. He didn't expect his daughter to say such a thing, and he didn't expect that she would disregard the safety of the entire Su family for a man.

He said angrily: "Su'er! Do you know what you are talking about? Election is not a joke, it concerns the fate and future of our entire family! How can you be so willful and reckless!"

Su Su was frightened by her father's roar, but she still said stubbornly: "I don't care! I just like him! I want to marry him!" After that, she turned around and ran out of the living room.

Father Su looked at his daughter's back as she left, feeling mixed emotions. He knew his words might be a bit harsh, but he was more aware of the importance of this decision to the entire family.

He sighed, shook his head weakly, and let his daughter go.

The night deepened, and the Su family's manor seemed particularly quiet in the night. Father Su sat in the living room, but his heart was surging. He knew that this battle between interests and emotions had just begun...