Guo Xuyang hung up the phone, looking at Li Minxi sleeping soundly on the bed with a headache.
This woman was too difficult to deal with.
He used to think Li Minxi’s threat to drain him dry so he wouldn't stray was just talk.
He never expected it to be true now, and without any hesitation, disregarding everything, she had pulled him upstairs in front of so many people.
Now she was exhausted, sleeping like a log, while he was unusually energetic.
Ever since upgrading his life ability, he found himself increasingly adept in matters of men and women. Not only was he free from fatigue, but he was also exceptionally spirited.
Thinking back, Xiao Yun was still better than Li Minxi; at least she wouldn't make him lose face in front of others.
Yet, he felt a different kind of affection for Li Minxi, after all, he was her first man.
He recalled Li Minxi’s resentful words, that she had asked to become more beautiful precisely because of him.
It was also because of his indecisiveness that Li Minxi had become somewhat jealous and acted without restraint.
As a woman, she was not wrong to do this.
The mistake was that he could not be with just her, something he had also told Li Minxi before.
This was why Li Minxi was unwilling to let him go, even if it meant becoming exhausted like a puddle of mud. It was a pity she didn’t know about his life ability.
One could not force matters of passion and love.
Looking at Li Minxi in her sleep, Guo Xuyang felt a strange ache in his heart.
He ached for Li Minxi’s body, and even more for his own helplessness.
He stood up, covered Li Minxi with the blanket, went into the bathroom, and washed himself again.
As he put on his clothes and walked out of the room, Li Minxi’s closed eyes shed clear tears once more.
She didn’t understand why she couldn’t accept Xiao Yun. Knowing that Guo Xuyang had several women, she still threw herself at him like a moth to a flame.
She was becoming increasingly sensitive now, and the sharp pain in her lower body reminded her that this was not a solution.
Even if she could exhaust him for a while, she couldn’t exhaust him forever. She either had to accept it or leave.
But she just couldn’t bring herself to leave Guo Xuyang, and she was falling deeper and deeper.
The more she thought about it, the more wronged she felt, and she couldn’t help but sob.
Guo Xuyang, of course, knew none of this. He and Xiao Yun were already on their way to Jun Yue Lai Hotel.
“Boss Xia, hello, hello.”
Guo Xuyang shook hands with Xia Li’s father and said repeatedly.
“I didn’t expect the daughter you mentioned to be Xia Li.”
“Young man, I didn’t expect your business to grow so big either?”
Xia Li’s father, Xia Hubai, said.
“It’s all due to the favor of friends. Please, have a seat, let’s talk.”
Guo Xuyang said.
“I’ve asked my brother to bring Wang Yibo over. They should be on their way. Manager Xiao, please arrange for dishes to be served.”
“No rush, no rush. It’s not too late to serve after everyone arrives.”
“It’s fine. There are no outsiders. Xia Li, go with Manager Xiao to meet the hotel manager, so it will be convenient for you to interact with them in the future.”
“Okay.” Xia Li agreed and walked out with Xiao Yun.
“Boss Xia, have you considered what Xia Li mentioned about coming here?”
“Agreed. As soon as Xiao Li told me, I agreed. With you providing this platform, I won’t have to worry about my son and daughter worrying about me being alone in the county town anymore.”
“That’s good. If you’re not satisfied or happy working here, you can also find a storefront and work for yourself. Just tell me directly if anything comes up.”
“Young man, thank you very much for all this.
I have a place to stay, which is much better than being idle.
Don’t laugh at me, but I was reluctant to come at first because I was afraid of being a burden to my children.”
“Xia Li is doing very well with me.
She’s diligent, responsible, and is currently mainly in charge of warehouse management and bookkeeping.
There’s one thing I need to tell you, she must live where I am.”
“Live with you? How is that appropriate?”
Xia Hubai clearly misunderstood.
Although he approved of Guo Xuyang, his precious daughter was his only one, and that Xiao Yun seemed to have an unusual relationship with Guo Xuyang.
“Not live with me. She lives where I am.
You can also stay at my place for these few days.
In a couple of days, let Xia Li find a place for you or buy a house, and then you can move out.
I’m quite busy, and I can’t stay here for more than a few days normally.”
“The housing prices here are so high, it’s not something you can buy just by wanting to.”
“No problem, you can let Xia Li look in my company, or you can go to other real estate companies. It’s best to find a place close to here.
This way, it’s convenient for you to come to the hotel, and it’s also convenient for you and your wife to look after the children.”
“Thank you, young man. I still have two children, and I’ll try not to use their money. It’s not easy for them to earn money.”
Xia Li and Xiao Yun walked in at that moment.
“Dad, what are you talking about? Why is earning money not easy?”
“Nothing. We were just talking about buying a house.”
“When you get back, show your dad if there are any suitable houses nearby.
It’s convenient for your dad to come here to work, and also convenient for your parents to look after your brother’s children.”
“I remember our company has a property nearby, I just don’t know if it’s sold yet?”
“You check tomorrow. If you like it, just find Manager Xiao.
From now on, Manager Xiao will be responsible for matters in the provincial capital.”
“Okay, Boss Guo.”
As they were talking, Guo Xuhui and Wang Yibo also arrived.
“Perfect, everyone is here. Let’s begin.
Boss Xia, you’ve had a long journey, a small feast has been prepared to welcome you.”
Guo Xuyang raised his wine glass and said.
“Young man, thank you so much. For finding a livelihood for this old man,” Xia Hubai said.
“Boss Xia, please don’t be so formal.
It was during that meal that I found out you were Xia Li’s father.
Who would have thought it would be such a coincidence when we were chatting in Mai City before?”
“You’re right, who would have thought. If Xia Li does anything unsatisfactory, please bear with her.”
“Xia Li is very excellent. Come, let us raise our glasses together and welcome Boss Xia to officially join Jun Yue Lai Hotel.”
“Thank you, thank you.” Xia Hubai said, drinking the wine in his glass.
After three rounds of drinks and five dishes, Wang Yibo came before Xia Hubai and offered him a glass of wine.
“Boss Xia, without you and Boss Guo back then, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I toast you with this wine.”
“Young Wang, don’t mention this again.
No one would stand by and do nothing, saving a life is accumulating merit.
If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have come to the provincial capital today, nor would I have received Boss Guo’s help.
This is all fate. Come, come, bring your glass, let’s drink together.”
Wang Yibo couldn’t refuse Xia Hubai, so he picked up his wine glass, and they drank together.
He then refilled Xia Hubai’s glass.
“Boss Guo, how about the three of us drink a toast together?” Xia Hubai suggested.
“Okay. I’ll accompany you with this second toast,” Guo Xuyang said, finishing his wine.
Before the three of them could sit down, the hotel manager Liu Heming came in with a wine glass.
“Boss Guo, Manager Xiao, Boss Xia, Manager Guo, I’ve come to toast all the leaders.”