Tang Li regretted asking the question as soon as she did; her thoughtless words made her seem like a careless scatterbrain.
Feeling embarrassed, Tang Li was about to smooth things over when Lu Zhixing reached out and patted her head, laughing:
"You're so beautiful, I'm afraid one day I'll get so hungry I won't be able to resist eating you up."
What is often said in a joking manner is the truth!
Lu Zhixing's lack of pretense actually made Tang Li feel much more relaxed.
"Fourth Brother is a gentleman, he would never do such a thing, I believe you."
Tang Li bent down and smelled the cooked dish:
"It smells so good! Fourth Brother's cooking skills have improved a lot."
Lu Zhixing naturally handed her a pair of chopsticks:
Do you really think that liking someone is unrestrained, while love is restraint?
Tang Li took the chopsticks, tasted it, and nodded repeatedly, affirming Lu Zhixing's culinary skills.
But he was also saying:
"Don't you think so, Fourth Brother?"
Lu Zhixing stopped what he was doing and said to her solemnly:
"Even the most restrained love will eventually overflow. Rather than regretting it later, it's better to take precautions early. I am not a gentleman; I also have emotions and desires."
Just like last night, when he couldn't sleep and wanted to come here to make preparations in advance, he saw her fall asleep on the sofa and then fall onto the carpet. When he knelt down to hug her, Lu Zhixing admitted that his thoughts were somewhat dishonest.
In summer, clothes are thin.
Tang Li has a great figure; even her breathing is captivating.
No man would dare admit that he could remain unmoved by such a stunning beauty before him.
Especially when he carried her upstairs, she slept peacefully in his arms, and Lu Zhixing felt like he was about to make a mistake at any moment.
So after putting her down, he practically stormed out the door.
He was afraid that if he lingered for even a second longer, his lips would involuntarily fall on top of his own.
Lu Zhixing's ears turned red just thinking about all this.
He was flustered and didn't even have the courage to look Tang Li in the eye.
Upon seeing this, Tang Li hurriedly put down his chopsticks:
"Fourth Brother, please go ahead with your work. I'll go change into something more presentable."
It took her a while to change her clothes. By the time she had calmed down and come downstairs, the kitchen was already cleaned up, all the dishes were cooked and kept warm in the steamer, and there was a WeChat message from Lu Zhixing on her phone on the coffee table.
He said he had other business at the company and wished her a pleasant meal.
Tang Li sat on the carpet, lost in thought for a long time.
Tang Li only snapped out of her daze when Ling Li said he was already on his way. She then called Xu Ji and asked:
"How's the matter going?"
Xu Ji replied:
"It's all taken care of. Mr. Lu will be able to sign the contract smoothly this afternoon. But boss, you owe a huge favor this time. Mr. Zhao is asking for an exorbitant amount, wanting you to give the lead role in your next book to his sister."
His sister?
"What sister did he have?"
The reason Tang Li dared to boast in front of Lu Zhixing was because Zhao Zong's younger brother was her college classmate, and the benefit she promised Zhao Zong was to give up the South China market that Zhao Zong had always coveted.
A businessman, giving up mountains of gold and silver, asks her for such benefits.
Xu Ji has investigated everything thoroughly:
"He adopted a god-sister who is an actress, and coincidentally, she also has the surname Zhao."
What a coincidence!
Tang Li blurted out:
"Zhao Yuge?"
If it's Zhao Yuge, it wouldn't be impossible to tailor-make the female lead for the next book specifically for her.
After all, Zhao Yuge is beautiful and has excellent acting skills.
Previously, Zhao Yuge was overshadowed by Lin Yiyun and couldn't turn the tables, but now that Lin Yiyun has fallen, Zhao Yuge is at the height of her popularity.
"Boss, what good news do you want to tell us?"
Xu Ji cried out.
"If it were Zhao Yuge, there would be no need for President Zhao to ask you for favors. His god-sister is an internet celebrity who became famous for a while and then acted in two dramas. Everything else is fine, but her face is too unnatural. It's tolerable for her to play a supporting role, but it would be too damaging to your reputation if she played the lead role."
When Xu Ji saw the photo, her heart sank.
But Tang Li's instructions were exactly that no matter what President Zhao asked for, he should agree!
"I've sent you the photos, take a look yourself. I've also included her information."
Xu Ji also mentioned:
"Boss, as President Tang said, one should always cherish one's reputation."
This guy is even lecturing people.
Tang left the loudspeaker, glanced at the documents and photos, and couldn't help but sigh:
"Men, they're always so petty. Alright, tell Mr. Zhao that I'll definitely reserve the role of the protagonist in my next book for his sister."
Upon hearing this, Xu Ji couldn't help but raise his voice:
"Boss, are you crazy?"
Tang Li coughed twice:
"Also, could you help me find out what the relationship is between Zhao Yuge and President Zhao? He only said that his sister would play the lead role, but he didn't specify which sister it was."
Xu Ji had already thought of this.
“I’ve checked. Apart from the fact that they all share the surname Zhao, they have absolutely no connection. Boss, you think you can get away with this? It won’t be that easy.”
An excellent secretary, of course, must consider all the thoughts of the boss.
Tang Li chuckled:
"As long as they all have the surname Zhao, it's fine. If Mr. Zhao has one sister, he can have another one."
It seems I'll have to treat my old classmate to a meal another day.
However, Tang Li checked WeChat and said to Xu Ji:
"I have something to do here, I'll take care of that first."
Just as I hung up the phone, the doorbell rang.
Tang Li got up to open the door. Ling Li stood outside, with his father, who also had white hair, standing beside him.
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