All done.
Lao Wang put his phone in his pocket and said, spreading his hands.
I’ll go ask Lin’er if she wants to go. If not, I’ll prepare the food first, and then we’ll head out. Jack Ma said, then stood up and went downstairs.
Everyone was out at noon, so Jack Ma felt it was better to prepare the food first.
Otherwise, they would get engrossed in their games and forget to eat.
Upon arriving at the basement, Guo Min Xiao Wang and the others had just finished their game.
They had secured their first win of the day.
It was mainly because Xia Lin and Zhou Gangyi were too much of a hindrance; otherwise, winning a single game wouldn’t have been this difficult.
Lin’er, we’re going out to eat lunch today, do you want to come? If not, I’ll prepare the food for you in advance. Jack Ma asked as he walked down.
Where are you going to eat? Xia Lin asked.
President Xu Jiaying is treating us to a meal. He’d be very happy if you could make it, Jack Ma said.
No, no. I’ve arranged to meet Zheng Qingya at noon, and we’re going out to eat ourselves. Uncle Ma, you don’t need to prepare any food, said Qin Wen, standing behind Xia Lin.
Alright, you guys go ahead and play. Jack Ma nodded and went upstairs.
When did you make plans with Xiao Ya? Xia Lin turned to ask Qin Wen.
She told me when we were in Hong Kong, Qin Wen replied.
Okay, it has been a while since I last saw Xiao Ya, Xia Lin nodded.
When young people eat together, they tend to be more relaxed.
Then I might as well call Yu Pangzi. We haven’t gotten together in a long time, Guo Min Xiao Wang suggested.
Go ahead and call him. Xia Lin nodded.
Guo Min Xiao Wang nodded upon hearing this and would inform Yu Wei later once the place was confirmed.
...........
In an office in a certain building.
Yu Zhaoyi was drinking tea and chatting with another man dressed in luxurious attire. Yu Wei sat beside them.
Across from Yu Wei sat a woman with a pleasant appearance, exuding an air of competence.
That’s right, Yu Wei’s father was arranging a blind date for him.
He wished Yu Wei would pursue Xia Lin, but that was as likely as a comet colliding with the sun – utterly impossible.
However, his son was getting older, and he couldn’t let him keep playing around like this forever.
Having a chubby grandson early to inherit the family business was the most important thing.
Obviously, Yu Wei was unwilling and seemed a bit resistant.
It wasn't like he couldn't find a girlfriend, but he disliked this method of pursuing someone of equal social standing.
There was nothing he could do. His father called the shots at home, and since he hadn't formally won Xia Lin over, he could only be manipulated by his father.
Xiao Li, you’ve become even more beautiful after not seeing you for a few years. How long have you been back in the country? Yu Zhaoyi asked the woman opposite him.
The woman called Xiao Li was Chen Li. She had been studying abroad for the past few years, and her father, Chen Zhiyuan, was a long-time friend of Yu Zhaoyi.
Now that both their sons and daughters had grown up and were single, they naturally wanted to see them united.
Uncle Yu, I’ve been back for almost three months, Chen Li replied politely.
Good, good. No matter how long you study abroad, you ultimately have to choose to return to your country and contribute to its construction, Yu Zhaoyi said, looking at Chen Li with admiration.
Many young people today, the country spends money and effort to send them abroad to learn new technologies, but after completing their studies, many choose not to return.
They stay abroad and work for others. Although everyone has different choices, people are ultimately driven by emotion.
If you don’t value emotion, then as a human being, you are a failure.
Xiao Li’s mentor had asked her to stay abroad and offered generous terms, but I directly told her to refuse. People can be poor, but they cannot lack backbone. Besides, our family isn’t short of money, so why should we work for them? Chen Zhiyuan added.
He had taught his daughter from a young age to prioritize the country and to remember where she was born and raised, no matter where she was.
Xiao Li is so outstanding, I actually feel my son isn’t good enough for her, Yu Zhaoyi said, glancing at Yu Wei, who was quietly drinking tea beside him, his eyes filled with anger.
What a waste.
If it weren’t for me coming to arrange this, Chen Li wouldn’t even give this kind of person a second glance.
Fortunately, he’s my son. If he were from an ordinary family, could he even find a girlfriend?
Yu Wei, completely oblivious to his father’s disgusted gaze, continued to drink his tea, indifferent.
All he wanted now was to get close to Xia Lin, and then he could be as awesome as he wanted.
Everything else was secondary.
I think Xiao Wei is quite good. He’s always by your side and so obedient, Chen Zhiyuan said, showing his approval of Yu Wei.
His chubby appearance looks fortunate.
People are like that; others' things always seem better.
It’s like you men; other people’s girlfriends always look better.
Forget about him, Yu Zhaoyi quickly shook his head and then looked at Yu Wei, instructing him, Xiao Wei, take Xiao Li out to have some fun when you have time.
Okay. Yu Wei responded and asked Chen Li, Where do you want to go?
Whatever, anywhere is fine, Chen Li replied.
Whatever for?
Want to go play games?
Want to go chase girls?
Women are always saying one thing and meaning another. Why not just say where they want to go directly? They always like men to guess.
Am I going to spend my day guessing women’s thoughts?
Just as Yu Wei was about to speak, his phone vibrated. He took it out and saw a WeChat message from Guo Min Xiao Wang.
Guo Min Xiao Wang: Come to Yù Pǐn Jiā Yáo. Lin’er is calling you for dinner, hurry up.
Holy crap…
Dad, you guys talk, I’m busy today, Yu Wei suddenly shouted to Yu Zhaoyi.
Yu Wei’s exclamation made Chen Zhiyuan and his daughter glance at him.
Yu Zhaoyi also looked displeased and was about to get angry when Yu Wei unceremoniously shoved his phone in front of Yu Zhaoyi.
Upon seeing it, Yu Zhaoyi’s expression immediately softened. He beamed with joy and urged, Then go quickly. Drive carefully on the road.
Alright, Uncle Chen, Xiao Li, you guys continue chatting. I have something to do, Yu Wei said.
Yu Wei exchanged greetings, grabbed his jacket, and ran out the door.
Leaving a father and daughter staring at each other with wide eyes.
This… why is Xiao Wei in such a hurry? Did something happen? Chen Zhiyuan asked doubtfully.
Heh heh… Xiao Wei has found his opportunity. He’s going to latch onto a big shot, Yu Zhaoyi said, picking up a cup of tea and taking a sip, sounding very excited.
Latch onto a big shot?
What’s going on?
Does your family still need to latch onto a big shot?
...........
A single apartment in Hong Kong.
Du Meiqing hadn’t slept well all night because she had been dreaming about Xia Feng the entire night.
She had a nap in the morning and only woke up recently, still dreaming about Xia Feng.
It was a dream that made her blush, and Du Meiqing was speechless.
Du Meiqing then realized that including this morning’s dream, it was the second time she had dreamt of Xia Feng.
Du Meiqing finally realized and exclaimed,
Holy crap, I’ve been bewitched by him too. He wants to sleep with me.