Chapter 58 Just for Fun

The cold wind pierced through Lele's white sweater, and he couldn't smile at all in the face of such a large sum of money.

He suddenly felt a bit of hatred for Jiang Xiao's cold-bloodedness.

They've known each other for so long and slept together so many times.

Does she really have no real feelings for him at all?

But that's the truth; there wasn't a trace of genuine feeling.

He forced a smile, but could only console himself that it was enough; this amount of money was more than he could earn in a lifetime.

So he picked up his foot again and walked forward into the wind.

Inside the villa, Jiang Xiao's anger did not subside after Lele left; on the contrary, it intensified.

He stood up and fastened his pants again.

He felt that the reason he had so much on Chi Qiu's mind was because he was so bored.

Once he had something to do, the problem was easily solved.

So he picked up his phone again and called his cronies, asking them to come over and drink with him.

Jiang Xiao's friend arrived quickly; he had just opened a glass of red wine when Jiang Xiao arrived.

Yang Song took off his suit jacket and strode into the villa, a fawning smile on his face. "Brother Xiao, what's up with you today? Why are you drinking in broad daylight?"

Jiang Xiao waved her hand, unwilling to say more about the matter, and instead said, "Sit down quickly and have a drink with me."

"Okay."

Yang Song sat down next to Jiang Xiao and then poured himself a glass of red wine.

"I did it."

After saying that, Yang Song drank it all in one gulp.

The living room's floor-to-ceiling windows provided excellent natural light, letting in a flood of golden sunlight, but it couldn't reach Jiang Xiao's eyes.

He chugs down one glass of liquor after another in a somber manner, his Adam's apple bobbing incessantly.

Yang Song could also see Jiang Xiao's depressed state, and he suddenly realized that this was an opportunity.

If I can help him solve this problem, Jiang Xiao will definitely think more highly of me.

Yang Song immediately became excited and rubbed his hands together eagerly.

"Brother Xiao, what happened?" Yang Song slowly approached Jiang Xiao. "Tell me, and I can help you come up with a plan."

Jiang Xiao raised her head and gave Yang Song a cryptic look. "What good ideas could you possibly have?"

"How do you know I don't have any good ideas if you don't tell me?"

Jiang Xiao seemed to agree with his words, or perhaps he was too drunk and wanted to confide in him.

"I've taken a liking to someone."

"ah?"

Yang Song frowned in confusion. Is that all?

What's there to be upset about? Although Jiang Xiao isn't universally loved, he's undeniably charming. After all, putting aside his nasty personality, he's very rich.

"But he doesn't like men."

Jiang Xiao said these words through gritted teeth.

The word "transgender" instantly flashed into Yang Song's mind, but fortunately, his remaining rationality prevented him from saying it aloud.

Jiang Xiao looked up at Yang Song, her voice filled with expectation, "What do you suggest we do?"

"Ah, this." This really stumped Yang Song.

Changing a person's sexual orientation is not a simple matter.

But Yang Song didn't care about any of that; he was completely on Jiang Xiao's side.

"Brother Xiao, do you like him? Or do you just want to get him?"

Is there a difference?

Jiang Xiao put down his wine glass, the red wine staining his lips.

"certainly."

Yang Song was quite the expert in love. He turned his head and lowered his voice, "If you really like someone, then pursue them seriously. I believe you'll win their heart sooner or later."

"What if I just want to have some fun?"

Jiang Xiao looked sharply at Yang Song, their eyes meeting.

“That makes things easier. He must have parents and a job, right?” Yang Song said with a strange smile. “These are his weaknesses.”

Jiang Xiao slowly nodded, a smile playing on her lips. "You're right."

"Right?" Yang Song couldn't resist gossiping. "So, Brother Xiao, do you like him, or do you just want to play around with him?"

The sun was already setting in the west, and the light was gradually retreating from the living room.

Jiang Xiao's face was half-hidden in the shadows. He crossed his legs and said in a nonchalant tone, "Of course I'm not serious. Have you ever seen me be serious with anyone?"

Yang Song gave Jiang Xiao an exaggerated thumbs-up, "Brother Xiao, you're awesome!"

"What's this?"

Jiang Xiao waved his hand modestly, but his face clearly showed that he was very pleased.

Chi Qiu's face flashed through his mind again, and he hummed a little tune with a determined smile on his face.

Seeing that Jiang Xiao had adopted his idea, Yang Song immediately volunteered, "Brother Xiao, leave this to me. I guarantee I'll handle it properly and make him beg you for help."

"real?"

Jiang Xiao glanced at him sideways.

"I swear," Yang Song patted his chest and guaranteed.

"Then I'll leave this matter to you. You'll be well rewarded once it's done."

Jiang Xiao raised his wine glass, and Yang Song, understanding the situation, clinked glasses with him, producing a crisp sound.

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Wang Yan noticed that Chi Qiu's spirits had been low lately.

He was either daydreaming or sitting listlessly in his seat.

Wang Yan saw this and felt worried.

After all these years, Wang Yan has only had this one friend, and he cherishes him very much.

After class that noon, Wang Yan did not go home immediately, but went to the classroom to find Chi Qiu.

The students walked out of the classroom one after another, and as the sounds faded into the distance, Wang Yan finally saw Chi Qiu standing behind the podium, arranging books.

"Chiqiu."

Wang Yan called out to him softly, but unexpectedly startled Chi Qiu.

He looked in the direction of the sound in a panic, and only breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that it was Wang Yan.

Why did you come here?

Wang Yan walked slowly toward him, her eyes revealing a hint of worry. "What's wrong with you lately? Is the work pressure too much? You look a bit haggard."

Chi Qiu avoided Wang Yan's gaze and reached out to rub his cheek.

"Maybe I've been too tired lately."

The former Ikegaki was optimistic and cheerful, but now he's like a completely different person.

Something must have happened to him.

"What exactly happened?" Wang Yan asked anxiously. "You can tell me, and I'll help you figure out a solution."

Chi Qiu put down his book, took a deep breath, and said, "My dad and mom lost their jobs."

This was indeed something Wang Yan hadn't expected. "Why?"

“You probably won’t believe it if I tell you,” Chi Qiu frowned in annoyance. “It’s because I step into the factory gate with my left foot first when I go to work.”

"What?"

Wang Yan felt like he was hearing a fairy tale. What kind of reason was this for dismissal?

"We demand compensation from them; we can't let them fire us without cause."

"Of course I know, but if we really go to court, it will take at least six months and maybe a year or two. My parents can't afford to drag that out."

Chi Qiu let out a long sigh, his face filled with frustration.

Wang Yan's Adam's apple bobbed as he realized he was utterly powerless to help Chi Qiu in his predicament.

"Alright, don't worry about me." Chi Qiu patted Wang Yan on the shoulder and comforted him, "I'm fine, I can adjust my mindset."

"That's fine then."

Wang Yan looked at Chi Qiu and said sincerely, "If you need me, you must tell me."

Don't worry.

Chi Qiu's smile returned, "I certainly won't hold back with you!"

A pleasant ringtone rang out in the quiet classroom; it wasn't Wang Yan's phone ringtone.

"Your phone seems to be ringing."

Wang Yan spoke up, reminding Chi Qiu.

"It seems so."

Chi Qiu turned his back to Wang Yan to answer the phone, but Wang Yan couldn't hear what the other person said.

All that was heard was Chi Qiu saying, "I'm going out now, don't rush me."