"Brother Ding, you've been here before. Do you have any recommendations for dishes?"

Brother Ding?

Zhao Mingyan held up the menu and asked a question, but Ding Haotian didn't respond to her for a long time.

She put down the menu and stared at him. Ding Haotian seemed a little dazed, so she asked him another question.

"Huh? Mingyan, what did you say?"

Ding Haotian snapped out of his daze when his name was called.

Zhao Mingyan smiled and said:

"Brother Ding, what are you thinking about? You seem so lost in thought. I'd like to ask if you have any recommendations for the dishes here."

"Oh...the dishes! Yes, yes, yes...the stew here is exceptional. Don't let the small size of the restaurant fool you, many people come here specifically for it."

Let's order one for you to try; I guarantee you'll be satisfied.

"Brother Ding, you can say that. Mingyan will listen to you."

Ding Haotian ordered three dishes and a plate of potstickers, while Zhao Mingyan asked the waiter for a bottle of baijiu (Chinese liquor). (Note: Don't drink and drive!)

"Mingyan, won't drinking at noon interfere with your work?"

Ding Haotian didn't expect Zhao Mingyan to ask for alcohol.

"It's alright, I'm in a good mood having dinner with you today!"

Ding Haotian's cheeks flushed again.

"Mingyan, thank you for helping me out earlier. I really wouldn't know how to handle this situation without you."

What a small world! I never expected to run into you here.

"I heard that Brother Ding met a girl at a social dance party. So it was her."

She's quite pretty; so this is the kind of girl Brother Ding likes.

"Sigh! Let's not talk about this anymore. I only realized her true colors today. I never thought she would think of me like this."

It's one thing for them to dislike me, but even my mother and son dislike me. But it's alright, even if we get married, it won't last long.

"I'd rather live alone for the rest of my life than live like this!!"

Zhao Mingyan handed him a tissue, indicating that there was still lipstick on his lips, though the color was light, it was still clearly visible.

Ding Haotian took it and wiped it, feeling embarrassed and unable to look Zhao Mingyan in the eye.

It was already afternoon when the two finished their meal, and most of the customers in the restaurant had left.

Zhao Mingyan ordered high-proof liquor, and after the two of them drank a bottle, Ding Haotian's head was already spinning. He wasn't a big drinker; he would get tipsy after just a little.

Although Zhao Mingyan's face was burning hot and flushed, she was still much more sober than Ding Haotian.

When it came time to pay the bill, Zhao Mingyan wanted to pay, but Ding Haotian, still clinging to a sliver of male chauvinism, stopped her.

As soon as they left the restaurant, Ding Haotian started to stagger. Seeing that he was in such a bad state, Zhao Mingyan simply helped him into her car and sped back home.

Once inside, Zhao Mingyan helped Ding Haotian into the bedroom and then poured a basin of warm water to wipe the sweat from his forehead.

She called the company and told Ge Qiuqin that she wouldn't be coming to work that afternoon, and asked one of her employees to come and collect the clothes she had packed.

Upon hearing this over the phone, Ge Qiuqin learned that the two men were drunk and currently at Zhao Mingyan's house.

He was so excited that he kept telling Zhao Mingyan to seize the opportunity and be bold if she liked it.

Ge Qiuqin put down the phone and, without saying a word, picked it up and dialed Xia Enruo's number, telling them about the progress.

Upon hearing this, Xia Enruo smiled broadly.

"Tsk tsk tsk! I didn't expect the two of them to be progressing so quickly."

I can't wait to hear the gossip tomorrow!

"When Zhao Mingyan comes tomorrow, I'll drag her to your office and we'll interrogate her properly. What you've said has made me incredibly curious."

Ge Qiuqin's tone changed; she sounded as happy as if she were in love.

She and Zhao Mingyan had worked together for six or seven years and were already like sisters.

Zhao Mingyan put the clothes on the employee's truck, saw them off, and then went upstairs.

The room was filled with the smell of alcohol, completely suppressing the sweet fragrance that the young woman used to have when she lived alone.

She sat on the edge of the bed, gazing at Ding Haotian's handsome face with deep affection.

Ge Qiuqin and Xia Enruo had already told her that Ding Haotian was just too afraid to casually meet girls or go on blind dates because he was injured, and that he was under too much psychological burden.

If you really like someone, be proactive and bold.

In this day and age, it's not uncommon for women to pursue men; one should take control of their own happiness.

Today, fueled by alcohol, Zhao Mingyan was much less shy than usual. Ever since she started working with Ding Haotian, she has been dreaming about him every night.

He's right here in front of me now, and he looks so beautiful sleeping.

She slowly unbuttoned his shirt, revealing his rugged, bronze skin.

The muscles in his chest rose and fell gently with each breath.

She then helped him take off his shoes, pull down his pants, and strip him naked, including his underwear.

Looking at Ding Haotian lying naked on the bed, the lines of his muscles exuded the strong hormones of a soldier.

Every inch of his privacy was laid bare before Zhao Mingyan's eyes, and she was extremely satisfied with his physical structure.

Zhao Mingyan sat in front of the dressing mirror on the bedside table, carefully removing the jewelry from her ears and neck and placing it in the jewelry box.

She took off her clothes again, and the setting sun shone through the curtains onto her fair and delicate skin.

Her milky white skin shone with a diamond-like brilliance in the setting sun, creating a stark contrast with the bronze-colored skin on the bed.

Zhao Mingyan got up, her slender waist swaying with her steps, and climbed onto Ding Haotian's body under the sunlight.

His even breathing, with his eyes closed, carried the scent of alcohol that made one feel drowsy.

Zhao Mingyan gently kissed his lips, moving downwards little by little.

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