Dragon Raja 5; Chapter 373: For Your Majesty (188)

Dragon Raja 5

Nono felt relieved and didn’t refuse the slight physical contact, because it was very subtle and elegant, just a greeting between good friends.

The conversation became much more relaxed afterward. Steaks and side dishes were served one after another, and the two ate in harmony, chatting about this and that.

Nono longed to go to the Seychelles, and Lu Mingfei said there were lots of black lizards there; Nono also said she wanted to go to Mauritius to see the sea, and Lu Mingfei said it was a surfing paradise, so she could learn to surf while she was there; Nono gave Lu Mingfei interesting suggestions for whatever she wanted to say.

“If you go to India, you can wear a sari. They have that kind of service near the Taj Mahal, where you can lie on a bench and smoke fruit cigarettes, with two attendants wearing headscarves next to you. The air pollution there is quite bad, and it’s always smoky. To others, you’ll look like a mirage, like something out of the colonial era,” Lu Mingfei suggested for her trip to India.

Nono longs to travel the world, but she hasn’t actually been to many places. When Lu Mingfei talks about exciting places, her eyes widen, ignoring how this loser knows these details that can’t be experienced without going there in person.

“Is your boyfriend going with you? I heard he’s Italian?” Lu Mingfei suddenly changed the subject.

Nono paused for a moment, and the lively conversation cooled down slightly. “I haven’t met his family yet. I am planning to study in Milan for a year and learn Italian while he’s there. It’s a big, established family; they must be very picky.” Her tone was filled with worry.

“Don’t worry, Italians are a very romantic people, and they’re not xenophobic. If he likes you, there’s no problem.” Lu Mingfei reached across the table and patted her head. prison by Mussolini. Later, a group of Mafia members collaborated with Americans to overthrow Mussolini, and the Mafia families became the upper class in the area. However, they later all went back to doing legitimate business. You’re smart, beautiful, and from such a good family; there’s nothing you can’t be good enough for.”

Nono stared at him, somewhat lost in thought. “Lu Mingfei, I didn’t expect you to be so good at comforting people.”

“Then take a picture with me to encourage me,” Lu Mingfei grinned. “As a memento, who knows how many years it will be before we meet again after you go to Italy.”

Nuonuo didn’t refuse, so Lu Mingfei naturally sat down next to her. The two of them took a picture with their heads very close together, both smiling, like the closest of best friends. The background was the tall buildings outside the window; anyone who had eaten at Aspasia could guess where it was—the view was one of the best in the area.

“Give me back all the little things I gave you before. They’re useless to you now, and I’d be really sad if you threw them in the trash,” Lu Mingfei said.

Nono paused for a moment, then said, “I’ll go back and pack it up and send it to you.”

“Let’s do it today. Can you go back and get it? I’ve already told my dad. This is the end of it. From now on, we’re all good friends.” Lu Mingfei gazed into her eyes. “Go quickly and come back soon. I’ll wait for you here.”

As Nuonuo left, Lu Mingfei edited the photo, added a beauty filter, and posted it on his Moments, blocking his parents from seeing it. The caption read, “Will the proposal go well today? Any friends want to come and support me?”

Nuonuo won’t see this message because her phone was also in Lu Mingfei’s hands. Lu Mingfei took it out of his bag when she went to the restroom.

At lunchtime, the restaurant was still nearly empty. Lu Mingfei called over a waiter, paid the bill, and then requested that no new customers be allowed in, except for his friends, as this was a marriage proposal occasion. The young customer, though casually dressed, appeared wealthy and sophisticated, so the waiter readily agreed.

Lu Mingfei continued drinking his Howling Eagle cigarettes, a slight smile playing on his lips. The group chat must be in an uproar, but he couldn’t be bothered to look.

***

Fifteen minutes later, Lu Mingfei’s friends rushed into Aspasia. The city’s CBD was not large, and most people with education and backgrounds work in the CBD. Even so, their speed was quite fast, which shows how shocking the news was.

“Dear old classmates, thank you all for coming to wish Nuonuo and me well.” Lu Mingfei put down his wine glass and stood up to greet the guests.

Those classmates were still staring blankly at the empty restaurant. Aspasia is one of the most expensive restaurants in the area, and having a meal there is something to talk about. They’ve never heard of booking the whole place.

“Lu Mingfei, what are you up to? Where’s Nuonuo? That photo of yours isn’t photoshopped, is it?” Su Xiaoqiang was the first to disbelieve.

“Of course, a marriage proposal should be a grand occasion. She needs to change her clothes and put on makeup, right?” Lu Mingfei said with a smile, pulling her down to sit.

“She already has an Italian boyfriend, why are you causing trouble? Won’t she give you a good scolding when she gets here,” Liu Miaomiao said.

“Are Italian boyfriends really that amazing? I’m just as good, right?” Lu Mingfei laughed. “Watch me in a bit.”

“That Italian boyfriend’s family is incredibly wealthy; they’re aristocrats, and they even have a castle,” Liu Miaomiao added.

“Everyone can have dreams, even daydreams count as dreams.” Lu Mingfei said with a happy expression, “My family were officials during the Qing Dynasty.”

“Don’t listen to his bragging! We shouldn’t have come!” Zhao Menghua said. “This guy should be in a mental hospital!”

“Mr. Zhao, what are you saying? You got the offer and haven’t even had a banquet to celebrate with me yet, and I’m treating you to drinks first, and you still call me crazy. Let’s see what you’d like to drink? I didn’t know your tastes, so I ordered a few extra bottles to have on hand.” Lu Mingfei wasn’t angry at all.

Zhao Menghua glanced at the bottles on the table; they were indeed all fine wines, a testament to the taste of the person who selected them. Aspasia should not have counterfeit wines; the combined value of these bottles could be considered a fortune.

“Did you win the lottery or something?” Zhao Menghua was no longer sure. He took the glass of red wine that Lu Mingfei handed him and sat down with a thud.

“Does having a drink have to be like winning the lottery?” Lu Mingfei laughed. “Come on, sit down, let’s have a drink first, and then you can cheer me on later.”

After was seated, Lu Mingfei called over a waiter and started popping champagne. He then enthusiastically offered drinks to everyone, displaying impeccable hostly manners. At first, the classmates were whispering and guessing among themselves, but after a couple of drinks, the atmosphere became lively.

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