Finally, when they got to the point, Jiang Wanqing and Cheng Ran relaxed. They talked for about an hour before leaving the director's office.
She shook her head helplessly: "This Director Wan has also been steeped in official jargon. I hope he can stay true to his original aspirations and not become the next Wang Duo!"
Cheng Ran patted her shoulder, smiled, and took her hand: "With such a good teacher as Professor Xue, your senior brother shouldn't be too bad. If he does end up like Wang Duo one day, we have ways to get everything back on track, don't we?"
He's right; Jiang Wanqing is still willing to trust him.
"Well, this matter is finally over. Now, we need to figure out what to do next!"
With her hands behind her back and a smile on her face, she knew the research institute didn't need her much anymore. She only needed to come over occasionally to give guidance on leading experiments, which wouldn't take up too much of her time. She still needed to go back to the factory to take charge of the overall situation.
Before we knew it, it was time for Jiang Wanqing's class reunion. The gathering was organized by the class monitor, and almost everyone in the Beijing area attended, with family members allowed to bring along.
Unfortunately, Cheng Ran couldn't accompany her because he had to deal with the aftermath of things at the institute, so she went with Shen Huan, Qin Meng, and Yue Shuzhen.
Yue Shuzhen drove, and Shen Huan looked excited and expectant.
"I heard that half of my classmates are doing quite well, and even the worst ones are working for the government. I hope I can snag a rich husband this time, someone with similar education, profession, and family background... We can date for a while and then get married, so my parents won't keep nagging me."
"Hahaha... Shen Huan, why are you always thinking such wishful thinking? Is it because you don't earn enough money to spend? What's so great about men? It's much more promising to make money with your sisters!"
Yue Shuzhen disagreed with her. As the only daughter in the Yue family, she had two older brothers who were already married. However, because she was financially independent and had a strong personality, her family never pressured her to get married and start a career.
"I think Shen Huan's idea is good. We're not getting any younger, and actually I... really want to find someone to date."
Even the usually shy Qin Meng chimed in this time. Jiang Wanqing glanced at them in the rearview mirror and replied with a smile.
"You'd better keep your eyes peeled at today's gathering. If you see someone you like, make your move! Don't linger, and don't be cowardly!"
"good!"
Along the way, everyone chatted and laughed, and soon they arrived at the gathering place.
After being tempered by society over the past few years, everyone's temperament and appearance have changed a lot. They may not all know each other, but as soon as Jiang Wanqing appeared, she attracted everyone's attention.
She is a well-known figure at the University of Washington. She was a prominent figure on campus and remains so in the professional world. Industry leaders treat her with great respect, and others naturally want to befriend her.
"Oh, our Comrade Jiang has arrived, along with three other beautiful young ladies. It's quite a sight to behold!"
"These four are entrepreneurial women; they earned their money themselves, and they deserve our respect!"
"A face nourished by money is truly different; it looks so much better than our aging faces..."
Yue Shuzhen tossed her hair. Although the awkward compliment was embarrassing, she liked hearing it. As long as it wasn't meant to cause trouble, what was wrong with maintaining a semblance of harmony?
"Hello everyone, is everyone here?" she asked confidently.
"Let me see."
The class monitor stood up, counted the heads, and shook his head.
"No, not all the people who agreed to attend the gathering have arrived yet, and Huanren hasn't come."
Hearing the name Huanren, Jiang Wanqing was a little dazed. The two hadn't seen each other for a long time since the factory cooperation. But he actually made a special trip to Beijing for the class reunion. Was he that close to these classmates?
She raised an eyebrow, didn't reply, and simply sat down next to Shen Huan and the others. Some people in the crowd whispered among themselves.
"Huanren wasn't very noticeable in class before, but I heard he went into politics after graduation and has been promoted quite quickly. I wonder if he's changed. If he hasn't, and he's single, he's worth keeping an eye on~"
"Sigh, what good is a good person if their family background is so important? He comes from an ordinary family, which doesn't meet my criteria for a partner..."
Listening to their chatter, Jiang Wanqing simply picked up her teacup and took a sip. Whoever wasn't talking about whom, what was the difference between them and the aunties and grandmas at the village entrance?
They even nitpicked at Huanren, as if they were buying cabbage at the market, tsk tsk.
Jiang Wanqing silently complained to herself, when Qin Meng, who was sitting next to her, spoke up in a low voice.
"Wanqing, aren't you in contact with Huanren? Do you know anything about his current situation?"
"Huh? Me? Hmm... I really didn't know. I did know about half a year ago. With his abilities, he shouldn't be doing badly."
"If even you say so, then it can't be wrong."
"ha?"
Jiang Wanqing was distracted and didn't hear what Qin Meng said clearly, and the other party waved her hand repeatedly.
"It's nothing. I just meant that once he arrives, you can see each other again."
"oh."
Without thinking much of it, Jiang Wanqing took it as a curious question and then went about her business, drinking tea and eating snacks as usual.
About fifteen minutes later, Huan Ren, dressed simply, walked in. His appearance hadn't changed, but he was a bit darker.
"Hello everyone, it's been a long time."
He took the initiative to greet her, pushed up his glasses, and immediately spotted Jiang Wanqing sitting there. He waved to her alone, and she nodded and smiled.
"Huanren has finally arrived. I was just talking about you. Come and sit down."
The squad leader pulled him aside and started chatting with him.
Throughout the entire gathering, he barely exchanged more than two words with Jiang Wanqing.
When the party ended and Jiang Wanqing and Yue Shuzhen were about to leave, he followed them out.
"Wanqing, wait!"
The four of them stopped together. Yue Shuzhen, still with her arrogant demeanor, only glanced at the car before getting in. Shen Huan curiously looked around a few times before getting in the car as well, while Qin Meng stood still.
"Huanren, it's been a long time."
Surprisingly, Qin Meng took the initiative to greet her. Jiang Wanqing was slightly shocked. After realizing what was going on, she blinked. She had originally intended to say a few words and leave, but immediately decided to create more opportunities for them to talk.
"Long time no see, Qin Meng."
"It's been a while since I last saw you, Huanren. You've really grown in style. What brings you to the capital this time?" Jiang Wanqing asked.
"Ha, what elegance? You're joking. I came back for two reasons: a class reunion and... a performance review."
He looked at Jiang Wanqing, suppressing any other emotions that shouldn't be there in his eyes.
"Reporting on work performance?"
"Yes, because you set up a factory in our area, the economy has been booming. I was commended by the higher authorities and asked to come to Beijing to report on my work. So I came here a couple of days in advance."
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