Chapter 275 - 190: Visiting the In-Laws?! The Conquest Begins

Chapter 275: Chapter 190: Visiting the In-Laws?! The Conquest Begins

He wasn’t sure what to call Lu Fan. ’He’s my boss now, so I guess ’President Lu’ is the way to go.’

To his surprise, Lu Fan said, "No need to call me President Lu. It’s too formal. We’re all family, so just call me brother-in-law."

Hearing this, Jiang Ming didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.

’Good grief. So he’s already staking his claim on my sister.’

Still, he figured that with his sister’s personality, it was only a matter of time before she forgave Lu Fan.

After a drive of over twenty minutes, the car stopped in front of a large building.

Jiang Ming got out of the car and was a little stunned.

It was a three-story building with an all-glass facade that sparkled in the sun.

A sign stood at the entrance, reading "Extreme Power Fitness Center."

Lu Fan led him inside, and the interior made Jiang Ming’s eyes go wide.

The first floor was the equipment area. All sorts of fitness machines were arranged neatly—treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes, all in rows and all brand new.

The wall was lined with a full row of mirrors, and the floor was covered with professional athletic flooring.

Some people were running, others were lifting weights. The atmosphere was buzzing with energy.

The second floor was the group class area. Through the glass, he could see people doing aerobics and others practicing yoga.

The third floor housed the personal training area, as well as a rest area and shower rooms.

Jiang Ming was completely dumbfounded. He whispered, "This place is huge..."

"This will be your workplace from now on," Lu Fan said with a smile.

Just then, a woman in professional attire walked over and said respectfully to Lu Fan, "President Lu."

Lu Fan nodded and introduced her to Jiang Ming. "This is Manager Li, the gym’s vice-manager. If there’s anything you don’t understand, you can ask her."

"This is Jiang Ming, the new manager. He’s new to the industry and isn’t familiar with many things, so show him the ropes."

Manager Li smiled and nodded at Jiang Ming, saying warmly, "Hello, Manager Jiang. I look forward to working with you."

"You’re too kind, Manager Li. It is I who should be asking for your guidance," Jiang Ming said quickly.

Lu Fan looked at the two of them and nodded in satisfaction.

’This Manager Li was arranged by Jiali. She’s a tool provided by the system, with one hundred percent loyalty.’

’With her here, Jiang Ming won’t get pushed around, and he’ll be able to get up to speed quickly.’

Lu Fan then took Jiang Ming on another tour of the gym, showing him every section.

As he was leaving, he said to Jiang Ming, "Work hard. Call me anytime if you need anything."

Jiang Ming nodded and said, "Thank you, President Lu."

’He still couldn’t bring himself to call him ’brother-in-law.’ After all, that would require his sister’s official seal of approval.’

Lu Fan was about to leave when Jiang Ming suddenly spoke up. "Um, President Lu..."

Lu Fan turned to look at him, curious. "What is it?"

"There’s something... I’m not sure if I should say it," Jiang Ming said hesitantly.

"Go ahead."

"If you’re serious about getting back together with my sister, you could try winning over my mom and dad first. As long as the two of them approve, my sister will too."

Lu Fan looked at him and started to laugh.

Jiang Ming felt a little embarrassed by his laughter and explained, "I’m just making a suggestion..."

Lu Fan patted his shoulder and affirmed, "That’s a very good suggestion. Don’t worry, I’ll do it."

With that, he got into the car.

Jiang Ming stood at the entrance of the gym, watching the car drive away, a wave of emotion suddenly washing over him.

He recalled what Lu Fan had said earlier: "We’re all family."

’Maybe... this man really will become a part of their family.’

Meanwhile, Lu Fan was looking out the window, the corners of his mouth turned up in a slight smile.

’What Jiang Ming just said proved he was already on my side.’

’Next up, my parents-in-law.’

Before this, he had already had Jiali look up the old couple’s address.

They lived in a rural village in a county under Yangcheng’s jurisdiction. The old couple farmed in their hometown, leading a simple but stable life.

As Lu Fan thought about his next steps, a plan was already forming in his mind.

He was going to visit that village in person.

’But what identity should I go with?’

’A friend of Jiang Yixia? No, that’s too impersonal.’

’Silu’s father? That won’t work either. The old couple still holds a grudge against me.’

Then...

He thought of the perfect identity.

Chen He glanced at him in the rearview mirror, curious. "Boss, what are you smiling about?"

"Nothing. Just thinking about how to meet my parents-in-law," Lu Fan replied.

"You’re going to see the old gentleman and lady?" Chen He asked, taken aback and a little surprised.

Lu Fan nodded. "Yes. Soon."

Chen He then asked, "We’ll need to prepare some gifts, then? People in the countryside are particular about that."

Lu Fan replied, "Of course we will. But gifts alone won’t be enough."

"Then what else do we need to prepare?" Chen He asked, puzzled.

"To put on a good show."