Zhou Linghui coughed lightly, as if to remind Wen Fulai.
Ji Yongqiang was even more direct, saying to Wen Fulai, "Professor Wen, this is young master Qin Fengwu. He will soon take up the third-highest position in Jiangning City. He has come specifically to inspect our campus today and is particularly interested in our research. Why don't you, Professor Wen, give us an introduction to the research we are conducting?"
Wen Fulai seemed not to have heard, continuing to chat with Chen Jin Chao about everyday matters.
Qin Fengwu frowned.
Why did he feel that Wen Fulai valued Chen Jin Chao so highly? Even after knowing his identity, he showed no intention of currying favor.
"Professor Wen, why don't you introduce them?" Chen Jin Chao said with a smile.
Wen Fulai chuckled and said, "Little Chen, you wouldn't know this. The research I'm currently conducting is a national secret, so I can't tell them."
"Young master Qin, I am truly sorry."
Ji Yongqiang became anxious all of a sudden and quickly said, "Professor Wen, you don't need to be too specific. A general overview should be fine, shouldn't it?"
Qin Fengwu raised his hand and said slowly, "Since this is a state secret, we naturally cannot force it."
Wen Fulai gave a dry laugh and ignored them.
At this moment.
Xu Nian Qing, wearing glasses, also walked to the door. Dressed in a white coat, she appeared even more intelligent. Unlike Yu Meng Zhi, she possessed a different kind of beauty and temperament.
"Little Xu, this is young master Qin," Ji Yongqiang reminded her.
Unexpectedly, Xu Nian Qing completely ignored Ji Yongqiang and walked straight to Chen Jin Chao. Then, to everyone's surprise, she took out a tissue and wiped the sweat from Chen Jin Chao's forehead. Her actions were remarkably intimate, and she chided him playfully, "What's wrong with you? You didn't even let me know you were coming to my lab in advance?"
"Do you want to have lunch together?"
Chen Jin Chao smiled sheepishly, "Sure, let's have lunch together."
Xu Nian Qing then showed a contented smile. When she turned to look at Qin Fengwu, the smile instantly vanished from her face.
No matter how composed Qin Fengwu was, he was almost enraged.
"Young master Qin, I am truly sorry. I thought it was my boyfriend who came specifically to see me," Xu Nian Qing said, neither servile nor overbearing. Qin Fengwu's brow furrowed upon hearing this clearly, and he then looked deeply at Chen Jin Chao.
This fellow!
How could he have such an intelligent and beautiful girlfriend?
More importantly—
Did Yu Meng Zhi know all this? If she did and still fancied Chen Jin Chao, wouldn't that mean Qin Fengwu had already lost?
Qin Fengwu did not speak. Ji Yongqiang blinked and then said to Xu Nian Qing, "Little Xu, what nonsense are you spouting? This Chen Jin Chao is your boyfriend. That's not how you joke around."
Xu Nian Qing tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear and said frankly, "I'm not joking. Chen Jin Chao and I met when we were in university. We missed each other for some reason later on, and now we're back together."
Ji Yongqiang's expression changed slightly, and he instinctively glanced at Qin Fengwu.
Qin Fengwu gave a dry laugh, "Heh heh, then you truly are a fairy tale. I've long heard that Professor Xu is young and promising. I hope you can make even greater contributions to our country."
Xu Nian Qing nodded.
At this moment.
Zhou Linghui suggested that everyone have lunch together and then winked at Ji Yongqiang.
Ji Yongqiang immediately understood. During the campus inspection earlier, Qin Fengwu had frequently mentioned Xu Nian Qing. No matter what, he wanted Xu Nian Qing to toast Qin Fengwu, and if possible, to have further in-depth discussions.
"Cough cough..."
"I think this suggestion is good," Ji Yongqiang seconded.
"However, Professor Wen is engrossed in his research and probably can't leave the laboratory. Why don't we let Little Xu accompany young master Qin for lunch?"
Qin Fengwu remained impassive, quietly waiting for Xu Nian Qing's response.
If it were possible, it wouldn't be bad.
Xu Nian Qing was no worse than Yu Meng Zhi. Most importantly, Xu Nian Qing was Chen Jin Chao's girlfriend. If he could win Xu Nian Qing over, Chen Jin Chao would surely be so angry he couldn't eat!
"Little Xu, what do you think?" Ji Yongqiang looked at Xu Nian Qing.
Beside him.
Chen Jin Chao frowned.
Anyone with eyes could tell this was clearly a banquet of death.
If Xu Nian Qing agreed, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Before Chen Jin Chao could step forward, Xu Nian Qing calmly said, "Thank you for your appreciation, young master Qin. However, I have a low tolerance for alcohol, so I think I'll pass. My experimental schedule for today is full, and I can't afford to waste too much time."
Ji Yongqiang's expression changed.
Xu Nian Qing's actions not only refused Qin Fengwu's face but also showed no goodwill towards Ji Yongqiang.
"Little Xu, what are you saying?" Ji Yongqiang reprimanded.
"Young master Qin will be in charge of Jiangnan in the future. If you can have in-depth discussions with young master Qin about this research, you will surely receive more resource support in the future."
Xu Nian Qing sneered inwardly. She could guess with her toes what Ji Yongqiang meant by "in-depth discussions."
But—
She was not that kind of person!
Since Ji Yongqiang didn't respect her, why should she respect Ji Yongqiang?
She said coldly, "I regret to say I cannot agree. I am genuinely unable to get away. Let's forget about the meal. Moreover, I believe young master Qin will surely understand my difficulties."
"You..."
Ji Yongqiang was furious.
Zhou Linghui's expression was also displeased. If Qin Fengwu weren't present, the two of them would have already fallen out!
Qin Fengwu felt a little unhappy. The fact that Xu Nian Qing had lunch plans with Chen Jin Chao but no time for him spoke volumes.
"Heh heh..."
Qin Fengwu smiled.
"Since Professor Xu is unavailable, let's not trouble her. It wouldn't look good if this were to spread."
Zhou Linghui and Ji Yongqiang then gave up.
Having been slighted, Qin Fengwu lost any inclination to inspect and merely wished to leave this place quickly. For some reason, he felt he was at a disadvantage in his contest with Chen Jin Chao.
Was it an illusion?
Before the group left, Ji Yongqiang gave Xu Nian Qing a deep look.
Chen Jin Chao smiled faintly, "Young master Qin, safe travels."
Qin Fengwu gritted his teeth. Accompanied by Zhou Linghui and Ji Yongqiang, he left the experimental building without a word. Before leaving Ninghai University, Qin Fengwu said something to imply to Ji Yongqiang to teach Chen Jin Chao a lesson.
Ji Yongqiang understood perfectly and prepared to vent his anger on Chen Jin Chao.
At that time.
Chen Jin Chao and Xu Nian Qing were dining in the cafeteria.
Xu Nian Qing's phone rang. It was Ji Yongqiang calling. Ji Yongqiang's tone was sinister as he said, "Professor Little Xu, I hope you and Chen Jin Chao will come to my office. I have something to discuss with you both."
"Oh, I know."
Xu Nian Qing hung up the phone directly.
The two of them were not in a hurry at all. After slowly finishing their meal, they leisurely headed towards Ji Yongqiang's office.
Half an hour had passed since Ji Yongqiang called Xu Nian Qing.