Chapter 119 Ruan Liuzheng: Excuse me, are you Lawyer Shen?

Qi Chong's back stiffened, and he explained with a strong desire to survive, "No, the salary of Hanfei Group is much higher than that of other companies in the same industry, but..."

He paused, took a deep breath and said, "Mr. Xie, the main person in charge of Grace Company also has to attend this afternoon's meeting, so the time cannot be postponed at will."

Xie Qingcen frowned, a hint of annoyance flashing across his dark eyes.

I actually forgot about this matter.

Grace Company and Hanfei of Country M have always maintained close cooperation. This newly developed project has invested most of the resources of Hanfei and Grace Company.

During his last business trip, the boss of Grace took the initiative to extend an olive branch to him and personally took him to visit various departments of Grace Company.

Therefore, in order to show our importance, this meeting cannot be changed or absent at will.

Xie Qingcen closed his eyes, raised his hand to rub his slightly headache forehead, and sighed softly, "Then give me all the time except for the meeting time. In addition, the staff of your CEO Office and the Secretariat have also worked hard recently."

"This month's bonus will be doubled. You will go and report to the Finance Department later."

Seeing that Xie Qingcen had not been blinded by love, Qi Chongmeng breathed a sigh of relief. Especially after hearing Xie Qingcen's last words, the last trace of bitterness on his face instantly disappeared without a trace.

Instead, there was an unconcealable joy.

Nothing can make people feel happier than getting a promotion and a raise in salary.

Qi Chong tried hard to control the corners of his lips that kept rising, and kept a serious expression on his face. He nodded and said, "Okay, Mr. Xie."

"But... Fu's called just now and said they want a few invitations to the banquet the day after tomorrow."

Qi Chong changed the subject and thought about the call he had just received. He felt that he should report to Xie Qingcen.

Although in Xie Qingcen's eyes, the Fu family including Fu Yanci are dispensable, but this matter may very likely involve Ruan Liuzheng.

Considering how much Xie Qingcen cared about Ruan Liuzheng, he still felt it necessary to notify her.

It would be bad if he made a decision on his own and ruined Mr. Xie's plan.

Hearing this, Xie Qingcen's relaxed brows wrinkled unconsciously. He raised his eyelids, his dark eyes slightly indifferent, "The press conference that Hanfei held privately?"

Qi Chong nodded, "Yes, it's the banquet you called to talk about last night."

That private banquet had been a tradition for Hanfei for many years to maintain good relations with some partners.

As long as he could save face, Xie Qingcen didn't have to attend at all.

Xie Qingcen had indeed done so in the past, but this year he suddenly changed his mind.

For some reason, I called Qi Chong last night and specifically informed Qi Chong to clear the entire day the day after tomorrow.

Xie Qingcen is going to attend that banquet.

When Qi Chong heard it, he was shocked for a long time, and even now he still finds it hard to believe.

After all, Xie Qingcen hated those boring banquets the most.

Instead of attending those banquets and chatting with those insignificant people, it would be more meaningful to inspect the construction sites or strive for more projects for Hanfei.

I just didn’t expect…

A hint of helplessness flashed across Qi Chong's eyes, but it was fleeting.

He stood there quietly, waiting for Xie Qingcen's instructions, his slightly shrewd face unusually calm.

An elite style.

…

Xie Qingcen pondered for a few seconds, then he raised his eyes nonchalantly, his pupils dark with a hint of cold light, like a cheetah locking onto its prey.

There is an inexplicable sense of danger and oppression.

He smiled softly, "Then give it to her. It's time for him to understand his position. Otherwise, he will be pestering people he shouldn't be pestering and getting in the way!"

Qi Chong's pupils shrank, and he looked up with a slightly surprised look, "Boss Xie, you want..."

"Why, I'm already with her. Is it so hard for people to accept that I just want a name?"

Xie Qingcen narrowed his eyes and looked at Qi Chong who was hesitating and embarrassed, his clear voice was a little cold.

The aura around him gradually turned cold, and the temperature of the entire office dropped unconsciously.

Qi Chong's breath was caught in his throat, and he felt a slight wetness on his back, as if he was happily sweating.

It’s not that he felt there was anything wrong, but Xie Qingcen’s actions were a little too fast.

Even Mr. Xie who was far away abroad and the old lady in the old house didn't know about Ruan Liuzheng's existence, but Xie Qingcen was so anxious to introduce Ruan Liuzheng's identity to people in the circle.

Isn't it a bit too... scary?

If Mr. Xie and the old lady don't agree to let Ruan Liuzheng marry into the family, then Xie Qingcen's current behavior will ruin Ruan Liuzheng's reputation.

Qi Chong pursed his lips, his tone a little worried, "But shouldn't we inform Mr. Xie who is abroad or the old lady living in the old house in advance?"

Xie Qingcen's eyes narrowed, and he glanced at Qi Chong coldly, his eyebrows flickering slightly, but he didn't say anything.

He understood Qi Chong and knew Qi Chong's worries.

However, Ruan Liuzheng is the woman he has chosen. If he can't even do such a small thing, he can't give her a sense of security.

Then what is the future between him and Ruan Liuzheng?

Besides, from the moment he decided to pursue Ruan Liuzheng, he never thought of hiding it from anyone.

There is no need for him, Xie Qingcen, to hide his woman. Falling in love is love, and there is nothing to hide.

Those people will know sooner or later, so it’s better to know it in a way that will make him happy.

This way, Ruan Liuzheng can also feel some security.

Xie Qingcen gently raised his eyelids, his handsome and fair face was as calm and confident as ever. He opened his lips coldly, his tone was flat and without any ups and downs.

"No one can interfere with my affairs; similarly, no one can influence my decisions."

Xie Qingcen smiled faintly, and his clear voice became even colder. "Qi Chong, don't you forget who your current boss is? You just need to remember this, that's enough. I will take care of the rest."

Qi Chong was slightly startled. He pursed his lips and finally nodded and said, "Yeah."

…

At two o'clock in the afternoon, Ruan Liuzheng arrived on time.

She wore a warm-colored wool coat with a pair of blue wide-leg jeans. Her slightly curly long hair was casually draped over her shoulders, making her look gentle and elegant.

Because she didn't have to go to work, Ruan Liuzheng didn't put on any makeup today, but in order to show her seriousness about this matter, she still applied a light layer of lipstick before going out.

Add to your complexion.

She was carrying a light purple handbag, and her cold eyes looked around the cafe, finally locking onto a man in the northwest corner.

The man was wearing a dark grey suit and had short hair parted in the middle. Although there were a few strands of silver in his black hair, it did not detract from his refined and neat image.

Of course, what finally confirmed Ruan Liuzheng was the pair of silver-rimmed glasses on his nose.

It looks somewhat retro, which is the feature that best matches the picture Xie Qingcen sent.

Coupled with his temperament, he was exactly like the lawyer uncle she met when she was a child.

Ruan Liuzheng recognized him almost at first sight.

But she did not move forward immediately, but paused where she was.

She tightened her grip on her handbag. The truth was about to be revealed, and her years of persistence would soon bear fruit.

However, she actually felt a little homesick.

Ruan Liuzheng took a deep breath and finally mustered up her courage. She walked towards the dining table in the northwest corner with firm and purposeful steps.

She stopped at the table and nodded politely to the man opposite her. Her cold voice was slightly apologetic as she said, "Excuse me, are you Lawyer Shen?"

Hearing this, Shen Liang's eyes slowly moved up, and the moment he saw Ruan Liuzheng's face clearly, his pupils shrank instantly, and he stared straight at Ruan Liuzheng.

He stood up uncontrollably, his gentle voice choking with a hint of hoarseness, "Ms. Li Chu, I finally see you again."

Ruan Liuzheng's palms tightened.

Just by the reaction of the person in front of her, she knew that she had found the right person.

She silently clenched the handbag in her hand, slowed her breathing, and explained, "I am Ruan Lichu's daughter, Ruan Liuzheng."

“Uncle Shen, you should know me.”

Shen Liang came back to his senses, he pulled his lips slightly bitterly, and a hint of hidden regret flashed across his eyes.

He sat back in his original position, then raised his hand and pointed to the seat opposite him, signaling Ruan Liuzheng, "Yes, so many years have passed, Miss Li Chu can't still be the same as before."

"Sit down, young lady."

Shen Liang's tone was gentle, and he addressed Ruan Liuzheng the same way as before, as if nothing had ever happened to the Ruan family.

Be respectful and polite.

However, his eyes never left Ruan Liuzheng, as if he was missing something through Ruan Liuzheng.

Ruan Liuzheng didn't mind because she knew that Chen Liang, like Wen Jiming, was a good friend of her mother.

Her mother's death was so sudden that many people have not yet reacted, including herself.

But the reality was like a bloody slap in the face, forcing her to admit it.

Her mother, such a gentle yet strong woman, died without any warning when she was admitted to college and when their hard work was about to pay off.

Ruan Liuzheng closed her eyes, trying to suppress the sadness surging in her heart and the tears that were about to overflow from her eyes.

Chen Liang, who was standing opposite, saw that Ruan Liuzheng had not spoken a word. He seemed to have noticed something and looked away with a little nostalgia, his eyes slightly apologetic, "Sorry, young lady. I am rude."

His eyes were lowered, revealing unclear emotions, but his attitude was polite and tactful.

If she hadn't seen him rubbing his fingers constantly, Ruan Liuzheng would have really thought that Shen Liangru looked so calm.

Ruan Liuzheng smiled and shook her head, saying, "It's okay, I understand."

“But Uncle Shen, you should know why I came here today, right?”

As soon as she changed her tone, her cold eyes looked at Shen Liang steadily, her eyes were serious and earnest.

The corners of her light pink lips were pursed into a straight line out of nervousness.

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