"Alright, thank you very much, Young Master Li." The manor lord readily agreed.

Li Xi was stunned, not expecting the manor lord to actually agree. She had only been being polite, but she hadn't expected him to take it seriously.

The carriage of the owner of Yinxian Manor was extremely luxurious, made of the finest materials and with exquisite craftsmanship. The patterns on the carriage were particularly ingenious, showcasing an aristocratic air.

The interior of the carriage was luxuriously furnished, with silks on the walls as smooth as water, and incense burners inside slowly emitting a faint fragrance. The manor owner leaned back on the soft cushions, his eyes revealing an unfathomable depth.

"The master of the manor truly has a discerning eye; even the carriage is so elegant, it must be an extraordinary item." Li Xi marveled at the carriage of Yinxian Manor.

She was invited into the car by the manor owner, who said he wanted to discuss business with her. Li Xi: ?

But there's nothing we can do; this is our first major client. In my past life, he was practically the "big boss." We had to respect his wishes.

The carriage was exquisitely decorated, the seats were comfortable, and the sound of the wheels turning was quite pleasant. Li Xi couldn't help but exclaim, "The master's refined taste is truly admirable."

The owner of Yinxian Manor smiled and said, "Young Master Li, you flatter me. This carriage was not made by my own hands, but was purchased from a carriage craftsman."

Li Xi asked curiously, "That carriage craftsman must be exceptionally skilled to create such an elegant carriage."

The manor owner nodded: "That's right. The carriage craftsman is named Chen Feng, and his carriages are quite famous in the martial arts world. The carriages he makes are not only exquisite in appearance, but also of superior quality and comfortable to ride in."

“I see. I’ll have to get him to build one for me when I get the chance,” Li Xi replied symbolically.

She, who was usually always cheerful and talkative, suddenly fell silent, for reasons unknown.

Li Xi closed her eyes, pretending to fall asleep. Her body leaned slightly against the car wall, but her mind was filled with a multitude of thoughts. Before long, she even began to snore softly.

The manor lord smiled gently as he watched Li Xi sleeping peacefully. He picked up a fox fur blanket from the side and gently covered Li Xi with it.

Looking at her peaceful sleeping face, the manor lord's smile deepened, his eyes filled with tenderness and doting affection.

He silently watched over Li Xi, gently adjusting her posture to ensure she wouldn't be bumped or injured by the bumpy journey.

She said softly, "So this is what it means to be asleep."

His gaze lingered on Li Xi's face, and he fell into deep thought.

No matter how long the journey, there will eventually be a moment when you reach the end.

When the carriage suddenly stopped, Li Xi realized that she had actually fallen asleep on the way. She was surprised to find a blanket covering her; it turned out that the owner of Yinxian Manor was quite thoughtful.

Looking up, the manor lord was resting with his eyes closed. At that moment, the coachman quietly reported from outside, "Manor lord, we have arrived at our destination."

He slowly opened his eyes. Despite wearing a mask, he could not hide the brightness and spirit in his eyes.

Li Xi quickly jumped off the carriage and waited quietly to the side. Meng Zhelan and the others had already arrived home, while Chairman Wang and Shen Xu chose to settle down temporarily at Tingfeng Courtyard for convenience.

The small courtyard she mentioned was just enough for the group from Yinxian Manor to stay in. "Please forgive me, Master Feng, the courtyard is not large."

Master Feng smiled slightly and said, "As long as we have a place to stay, we don't care about those things."

As the group entered the courtyard, Lichun greeted them: "Young Master, the courtyard has been prepared."

Li Xi cupped her hands and said, "Master Feng, please settle in first. I'll have the kitchen staff prepare some of our signature dishes, dishes that are hard to find elsewhere." She deliberately kept them in suspense.

Master Feng was very pleased, "Then I'll have to trouble Young Master Li."

Li Xi was drawn by the aroma of the food and headed towards the kitchen.

Today, Ling'er is cooking herself, presumably to welcome our distinguished guests and to show her utmost enthusiasm and culinary skills.

"Xiao Xi, you're here? Come and try this boiled beef slices. Last time you said there wasn't enough chili, so today I've added plenty of spices." Ling'er picked up a piece of beef with her chopsticks and put it to Li Xi's mouth.

After tasting it carefully, Li Xi praised, "This tastes absolutely amazing! Ling'er, your cooking skills are getting better and better. These beef slices are tender and delicious, with a strong spicy flavor. It's so irresistible!"

After hearing this, Ling'er's face beamed with joy: "Xiao Xi, you're the best! If we sold these recipes you gave me, we could definitely make a lot of money!"

"Ling'er, just keep praising her! Look how smug she is!" Meng Zhelan also came into the kitchen.

Li Xi raised her chin smugly: "Hmph, of course, don't you know who I am!"

Meng Zhelan smiled and shook her head: "Alright, alright, you two stop praising each other here. If you don't leave soon, this pot of beef will boil dry."

Upon hearing this, Li Xi and Ling'er remembered that there was still something cooking in the pot, and hurriedly and hastily brought out the dishes and plated them. Soon, a table of delicious-looking and fragrant food was ready.

People who go into business together are usually equal partners, regardless of gender.

Therefore, Li Xi believes that men and women can eat together without having to sit at separate tables. This approach helps promote teamwork and communication, and also helps to create a more equal and inclusive work environment.

"Master Feng, please forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality." Li Xi toasted him with a cup of wine.

Owner Feng responded with a smile, raised his glass, and said to everyone present, "It is truly a rare opportunity to gather with you all today. I would like to propose a toast to everyone." He then downed his drink in one gulp.

People raised their glasses in response, and the atmosphere of the banquet gradually rose, with laughter and chatter rising and falling, and everyone was immersed in this joyful atmosphere.

Although Meng Zhelan and the others tried to sober up by drinking hangover soup, they were still too drunk and had to be helped inside to rest.

At this moment, only Li Xi and Master Feng continued their drinking session.

As night fell, the two sat in the courtyard, facing each other, their wine glasses swaying gently in their hands.

They chatted on a wide range of topics, from business to philosophy of life. Li Xi asked Master Feng many questions, and Master Feng was happy to share his experience and insights.

Time slipped by unnoticed, and their conversation deepened, reaching the very core of their being. They shared their stories and dreams, and poured out their confusion and doubts. In this quiet night, their hearts found communion and resonance.

"Master Feng, I am deeply honored to meet you today. I originally thought that a person of your stature must be unapproachable and otherworldly. However, today I found that you are not only approachable, but also have an amazing capacity for alcohol, able to drink a thousand cups without getting drunk. I am ashamed of myself and am already a little dizzy, while you remain calm and composed."

Li Xi held a wine glass in her hand, resting her chin on her other hand, looking like a lazy kitten.