Logically speaking, Li Ying has been to many such dinner parties, so for him to say something so childish is either intentional or he is genuinely not good at these things, and Zhou Ziqi is doing everything in his power behind the scenes.

Xiang Wan didn't believe that this fox would so easily keep these few people with no social experience around and ruin their plans.

"Second and third roommates, pretend to go to the bathroom and see what those two are up to," Xiang Wan whispered to her roommates. "Don't make any noise. If they find out, just say that Boss Wang is looking for them."

My roommate nodded and got up to leave.

"Hey, why did everyone leave?"

Wang Yuan's face instantly fell. Xiang Wan poured him a full glass of wine and said, "Boss Wang, what are you saying? We came here specifically to keep you company. How could we just leave the big boss like this? Everyone has their moments of anxiety, you know!"

These words made Wang Yuan beam with joy: "The little sister is so sensible, unlike those two. They haven't even had a couple of sips of wine before they started making excuses and trying to get me to invest. Humph!"

"No way, Mr. Wang, if you say that, Sister Zhou will tear me apart in a minute." Xiang Wan shook her head and sighed, "Ah, actually, Sister Zhou is also quite bitter inside."

"Oh? What do you mean?"

Xiang Wan looked around, winked at the last remaining roommate, and saw her nod and get up to leave. Then she whispered to Wang Yuan, "You know what kind of person Li Ying is. With Zhou Jie's looks and figure, everyone who sees her would be full of praise. Even if she were to marry a superstar, she wouldn't be inferior. But that's the problem. Zhou Jie is a bit stubborn. Once she sets her mind on Li Ying, she'll stick with him no matter what. It's a pity that she's such a young woman, almost thirty and still doesn't have a boyfriend. We're all worried about her."

What Xiang Wan said was all true. Zhou Ziqi was indeed devoted to Li Ying, transforming this philandering man into her own exclusive possession. She used every means at her disposal for Li Ying, ultimately winning his complete devotion. If the original owner of this body hadn't been one of the victims, she would have applauded her in the end.

After Xiang Wan finished speaking, Wang Yuan remained silent for a long time, his eyes fixed on his wine glass, lost in thought. His eyes revealed a newfound determination, a newfound confidence that had previously masked his true intentions.

For a wealthy businessman like him, who lacks nothing, it's perfectly understandable to occasionally find a woman to spice up his life; it's a mutually beneficial arrangement, and there's nothing wrong with that. He's met many women and knows they all have ulterior motives. He doesn't believe in sincerity or true love; only women who would do anything for someone are his type. He'd worked his way up from the beginning, and his wife had left him long before he started his business, never sharing his hardships. Later, when she sought to share his success, he dismissed her with disdain. Having experienced so much, he knows what kind of woman he desires most. Zhou Ziqi initially attracted him with her appearance, but now, he's completely drawn to her inner qualities.

Xiang Wan only looked up Wang Yuan's life story when she contacted the system, guessing that he might like this type of person. Unexpectedly, she was right.

Isn't Zhou Ziqi the one who loves sending others to their beds? This time, let her do it herself, so she won't ruin other girls' lives.

Xiang Wan's roommates returned one after another, whispered something in her ear, and then Zhou Ziqi and Li Ying came over with a tray.

"Brother Wang, I'm so sorry, I was a bit out of line just now. This is some vintage wine that we specially got from the hotel, consider it an apology."

Zhou Ziqi gestured to Li Ying to place the wine glass in front of Wang Yuan, poured some more wine, and then sat down opposite Wang Yuan.

Wang Yuan's eyes were fixed on Zhou Ziqi. Seeing her subtly protecting Li Ying behind her, he couldn't help but feel a pang of emotion.

"Since it was specially brought here, it's not interesting for me to drink it all by myself. Why don't we clink glasses and pretend what happened just now never happened?"

Zhou Ziqi was taken aback by Wang Yuan's move and was somewhat stunned. Li Ying grabbed Zhou Ziqi's wrist, staring intently at her. Neither of them responded, and Wang Yuan became somewhat displeased.

"What, is having a drink such a hassle? You invited me here just to watch me drink?"

Wang Yuan's gaze was like a knife, piercing Li Ying's hand that was gripping Zhou Ziqi, and an aura of unquestionable authority was spreading.

Xiang Wan didn't want to miss such a good opportunity, so she immediately stood up and poured Zhou Ziqi a glass as well, saying, "Sister Zhou, this is your fault. We're the host, how can we let Boss Wang not have a good time? Why don't you and Boss Wang drink baijiu together, and the rest of us drink beer, and let's all have a toast to this gathering, how about it?"

Xiang Wan raised her glass first, and her three roommates followed suit, all holding their glasses out to Zhou Ziqi. Wang Yuan, holding a glass in each hand, handed one to Zhou Ziqi and said, "If you don't drink, you're disrespecting me, and the sponsorship is off the table!"

Li Ying's chest heaved as she gripped Zhou Ziqi's hand even tighter, as if she wanted to break her wrist.

Zhou Ziqi took a deep breath, gently patted Li Ying's hand, gave him a reassuring look, then turned to Wang Yuan with a smile and said, "Brother Wang, you're too kind. Here, you're the most important person. So I'll gladly drink this cup with you. But let's make it clear, I can't drink anymore after this. You understand?"

Wang Yuan's expression softened, "No problem, no problem!"

Xiang Wan and her three roommates drank their drinks first. Wang Yuan watched Zhou Ziqi slowly pour the wine into her mouth before slowly finishing his own glass.

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