This time, the destination was in the western region.
If you take a plane, you still have to transfer flights, and after that, switch to a train and then a car.
So, Henry Shaw and Lily Lee decided to drive themselves.
After all these years working with Cecilia Gu, Lily Lee had learned to drive, and even got a license for large trucks. She really is a hardworking and clever woman.
So the two of them could take turns driving, which wouldn’t be too exhausting.
Henry Shaw saw Lily Lee in her neat jeans and long-sleeved T-shirt, wearing lightweight sneakers, looking ready to drive. He nodded to himself in approval.
This woman’s not bad.
Not pretentious, and very patient.
She doesn’t act spoiled or expect men to do everything just because she’s a woman.
When Lily Lee saw Henry Shaw, she smiled and said, "I heard you worked overtime with the President last night, so I’ll drive today. I’ve already set up the GPS and checked the route in advance. You can relax and rest for a while."
Henry Shaw didn’t stand on ceremony. "Alright."
Henry Shaw took Lily Lee’s luggage and put it in the back seat.
Lily Lee hopped into the driver’s seat, started up the cool and sturdy Jeep, and drove off, leaving a trail of exhaust behind.
Henry Shaw reclined his seat, stretched out, and closed his eyes to rest.
He’s tall, so only an off-road vehicle like this suits him.
Lily Lee is more petite, so she had to adjust the seat forward to drive comfortably.
After resting for a while, Henry Shaw noticed Lily Lee was having a bit of trouble driving and said, "How about I drive instead?"
Lily Lee shook her head. "No way! Driving while tired is dangerous. You should rest, and if I get tired, I’ll pull over and take a break."
Seeing how stubborn Lily Lee was, Henry Shaw’s eyes showed even more admiration.
She really is a stubborn woman!
Henry Shaw wasn’t the type to make a fuss. Hearing Lily Lee’s words, he simply thanked her and fell into a deep sleep.
Lily Lee didn’t look at Henry Shaw, just focused on driving alone.
Anyone who’s driven knows that focusing on one thing for a long time can be tiring.
So after three hours on the road, Lily Lee slowly pressed the brakes and pulled over.
Henry Shaw was very perceptive.
Even in his sleep, he immediately sensed the change in the car.
"What’s up?" Henry Shaw asked in a low voice.
"Gas," Lily Lee replied. "I checked the GPS—the distance to the next gas station is farther than our fuel reserve can handle."
It’s great having a PhD drive.
She can instantly calculate routes and fuel consumption.
Henry Shaw smiled, adjusted his seat, and said, "I’ll drive the next stretch."
Lily Lee checked the time, nodded, and said, "Let’s get something to eat first. The food at the gas station restaurant won’t be great, but it’s better than eating compressed rations."
Lily Lee pointed at the pile of compressed rations and sausages Henry Shaw had brought. "Let’s save these for when we’re really in the middle of nowhere."
"Alright." Henry Shaw gave her a meaningful look, then got out of the car.
Lily Lee lowered her head and smiled, then got out of the car too.
There were still cars ahead of them waiting to refuel, so they queued up at the back. It looked like it’d take about ten minutes to get their turn.
A flashy Land Rover pulled up behind them, its front covered in vine-patterned stickers.
A man in tight pants and a floral shirt, swinging his trendy hair, got out and immediately noticed Henry Shaw leaning against the car. His eyes lit up.
Henry Shaw naturally had that rugged, masculine vibe.
His strong, imposing muscles really made him stand out.