At first, he knew Yang Lijuan was mocking the woman named Zhou Qing. But after observing her standing by for so long, he realized that this Zhou Qing was the truly exceptional one!
Her figure and looks were beyond question, especially the ample bosoms which could be considered perfect.
And most importantly, although Zhou Qing was dressed plainly, she exuded an aura of purity from within.
Having seen his fill of worldly women like Yang Lijuan, encountering Zhou Qing was a refreshing change of pace!
Yang Lijuan beside him instantly lost her luster, appearing as common as cheap cosmetics.
"A director? Director Qiao? Are you Qiao Shan?"
Hearing the man's self-introduction, Zhou Qing's brow furrowed.
She had initially thought this man was another nouveau riche Yang Lijuan had found somewhere, but she hadn't expected him to be a director of their company!
"Indeed. Zhou Qing, what do you say? Since your whole family is here, will you do me this favor today?"
Qiao Shan nodded, his expression full of certainty.
As a seasoned player, he was adept at concealing his emotions. He wanted Zhou Qing, and he still had many unexplored moves with Yang Lijuan and wasn't tired of her yet, so he didn't want to give her up either.
"Zhou Qing, if you don't even give Director Qiao face, then the company's higher-ups will have to seriously reconsider your mother's employment."
"Director Qiao, wouldn't you agree?"
Yang Lijuan spoke, her hands wrapped around Qiao Shan's arm, rubbing against her chest.
"Cough, cough, cough, that's right."
Feeling the softness against his arm, Qiao Shan chuckled awkwardly but still nodded.
Now, his best means of conquering Zhou Qing was to flaunt his wealth. Today was Zhou Qing's birthday, a perfect opportunity!
A woman as inexperienced as this would fall irrevocably under his spell once he displayed enough financial power.
He had used this tactic on several college girls before, never failing.
And Zhou Qing before him would be no exception.
"Director Qiao, I apologize, but we have quite a few people with us today, and my younger brother is about to arrive. It might not be very convenient."
"How about this, I'll personally visit you in a few days. Would that be alright?"
Seeing that Yang Lijuan was using her mother's job as leverage, Zhou Qing's expression shifted repeatedly.
However, to protect her and her mother's jobs, she forced a smile and explained to Qiao Shan.
"No problem. You're an employee of the company, thus part of my Qiao Shan's family. Your younger brother is naturally my brother too."
"Today is your birthday. No matter how many people come, I, Qiao Shan, invite them all!"
Qiao Shan stated resolutely to Zhou Qing.
He was a veteran in the business world. Such talk of "a few days later," "next time," or "when I have time" was just empty words!
This golden opportunity today must not be missed!
"What? Zhou Qing, are you really not going to give Director Qiao face?"
Yang Lijuan on the side kept chiming in, leaving Zhou Qing in an awkward position.
"Oh? Sister Zhou Qing, Mom, why are you standing here instead of going in?"
However, just as Zhou Qing was struggling, Lin Chen came running over cheerfully.
The last time he saw Zhou Qing was when he was in prison, and she had visited him. He hadn't seen her since he got out, so how could he not be happy?
"Aunt Zhou, Uncle Zhou, hello."
Lin Chen greeted Zhou Huiying and her husband when he approached the group.
Aunt Zhou's husband also shared the surname Zhou, which felt like fate.
"Xiao Chen, you're here. Did you really book this Ru Shuang Hotel?"
Zhou Qing was surprised to see Lin Chen here.
When she called him yesterday, Lin Chen had explicitly said he'd booked a spot at a restaurant owned by a friend of his.
Could it be that this friend was really Qiu Hanying?
"Yes, I heard their various cuisines here are very authentic. Hmm? And who are these two?"
Lin Chen nodded, his gaze flicking towards Qiao Shan and Yang Lijuan beside Zhou Qing.
As a cultivator, his senses were keen. While parking in the adjacent lot, he had sensed an anomaly in the atmosphere and had already been eavesdropping with his spiritual energy.
Thus, he naturally knew what these two were thinking.
Yang Lijuan, no doubt, was trying to humiliate Zhou Qing!
A woman who sold her body for money dared to mock his Sister Zhou Qing? She was tired of living!
"Heh heh, hello, young man. My name is Qiao Shan, and I'm a director at your sister's company."
"This is Yang Lijuan, your sister's friend and colleague."
"Today is your sister's birthday, and all expenses are on me!"
Qiao Shan stepped forward and patted Lin Chen's shoulder with an air of generosity.
"Oh? That generous? Then what are we waiting for? Sister, let's go, into the hotel! I haven't eaten all day and have been waiting for this meal."
Hearing Qiao Shan say he was treating, Lin Chen immediately put on a show of great delight, his voice becoming increasingly excited.
To Qiao Shan and Yang Lijuan, this demeanor only made them sneer.
Indeed, another bumpkin who had never seen the world. He was this happy just hearing they were treating.
"Exactly, exactly. Young man, you're right. Let's go inside and order some food."
Qiao Shan smiled with satisfaction seeing how cooperative his "brother" was.
For Qiao Shan now, all he needed to do was display enough superiority in front of Zhou Qing and her poor relatives, and he wouldn't have to worry about Zhou Qing not falling into his arms.
"Alright, Sister Qing, let's go. Today, I'll definitely help you vent your anger."
Lin Chen whispered into Zhou Qing's ear.
After saying this, he directly took Zhou Qing's arm and walked into the hotel.
Although Zhou Huiying and the others had some reservations, seeing Zhou Qing and Lin Chen already entering the hotel, they had no choice but to follow.
"Apologies, esteemed guests, we are temporarily fully booked and may have to wait. Would you be willing to wait here for a while?"
Upon entering the hotel, the lobby manager looked at the list with a troubled expression.
"No need, no need. I already booked a private room yesterday. It's the private room 918 on the third floor of your hotel."
Lin Chen waved his hand, appearing very excited.
"Oh? Sir, are you sure you booked private room 918?"
Hearing the name of the private room, the lobby manager was taken aback.
Private room 918 was personally booked by President Qiu yesterday, specifically for a Ms. Zhou Qing's birthday.
Could it be that this was indeed the family before him?