Chapter 696 Can't I live like this anymore?
Gradually, online opinions became polarized.
Half of the netizens believe that Qin Ce and Tan Yuwen's engagement is already confirmed.
The other half of the netizens also believe that all of this was a deliberate act to cover up previous scandals and put on a show for the outside world.
The more differing opinions one has, the fiercer the argument becomes, and the more intense the argument gets, the more complicated things become. What started as a scandal between two people has unknowingly escalated to involve two families, two clans, two corporations, and even the shares of both companies have been affected by the incident.
But these things seemed to have no effect on Qin Ce at all.
Not only that, the next day he had Han Yan send the things he bought from Hengshang Building to Chongqing.
Han Yan has been reviewing the photos for the past two days. Although he had suspected someone, he hadn't found any evidence. Without evidence, he had to keep investigating.
According to Qin Ce, after those rumors were no longer suppressed, all sorts of photos appeared online, and some people even used AI technology to make a bunch of photos that were not Qin Ce at all look like his.
This makes it even more difficult for Han Yan to investigate.
These things weren't originally his responsibility, since he was the company's vice president. However, Qin Ce didn't trust Xing Jiu to work in Chongqing or Beijing, so the task fell to him.
This was no small matter, and it was indeed difficult to entrust it to others. However, Han Yan thought that if they wanted to investigate, they should. At this critical juncture, Qin Ce even assigned him the task of running errands.
Looking at the bags and packages, Han Yan was almost amused by Qin Ce's antics. "I'm not trying to be mean, Mr. Qin, but what kind of time is this? You still have the nerve to send gifts to your wife? Do you know how much news is swirling around outside that's practically drowning you?"
Qin Ce replied frankly, "I know."
He deliberately created it; how could he not know?
Han Yan felt a lump in his throat, unable to breathe, and he couldn't help but grind his teeth, "Working with you is the greatest tragedy of my life!"
Qin Ce nodded in agreement, "It is my honor to have a friend like you."
Han Yan told himself this again.
We can't argue with Qin Ce!
We can't argue with Qin Ce, who's already married!
The items Qin Ce bought were delivered to Chongqing in less than a day.
Qiao Xing happened to be home, and when Xing Jiu came in with a bunch of things, Qiao Xing was completely stunned.
"This is……"
Xing Jiu put everything down and said to Qiao Xing, "These are all gifts that President Qin bought for you from Beijing. Please open them and take a look."
Gift?
Qiao Xing was puzzled.
It's not a holiday, so why would Qin Ce buy her a gift out of the blue?
Qiao Xing wondered if it was her birthday and he had forgotten. Then he realized that her birthday was still several months away.
If it wasn't a birthday, then it must be their wedding anniversary? Qiao Xing thought about it and decided it was impossible.
They hadn't even had a proper wedding back then, so what was the point of celebrating anniversaries?
Qiao Xing couldn't think of anything else, so she simply stopped worrying about it and curiously opened one of the bags.
Inside was a high-quality black gift box. Qiao Xing took the box out and slowly opened it. When she saw the exquisite and unbelievably beautiful jewelry inside, her mouth dropped open in surprise.
This is so beautiful.
However, as beautiful as it looked, Qiao Xing was immediately brought back to reality when he saw the price tag.
She quickly put down the jewelry and opened the bag containing the clothes.
Each piece of clothing was more beautiful than the last, and the sizes were all chosen according to Qiao Xing's measurements.
But the price is also very attractive.
Just then, Qin Ce called her.
As soon as the call connected, she heard Qin Ce ask, "Did you receive the package?"
"Yes, I received it."
Do you like it?
Qiao Xing looked at the pile of things, and was immediately amazed by everything, from clothes to jewelry.
However, if you ask her whether she likes it or not, she really can't say.
"Why are you buying all this stuff out of the blue? Are you trying to ruin your life?"
When Qin Ce and she first got married, they lived an ordinary life, even riding an electric bike to work.
Qiao Xing was used to being frugal with her money when she was working and buying a house. Even after she learned Qin Ce's identity, bought a house, and knew that Qin Ce was not short of money, she still preferred her previous simple life and retained her old habits in terms of spending money.
Although they couldn't see each other, Qin Ce could imagine her reproachful little expression. "Mrs. Qin, should I remind you of your husband's identity?"
Qiao Xing then realized that she might have really gotten used to the life of an ordinary person, which was why she felt that this amount of money was too much.
But for Qin Ce in the past, these expenses were just daily costs.
“I know you have money, but no matter how much money you have, you can’t spend it like this. Besides, I can’t wear any of these things you bought.”
Qin Ce said, "No, apart from the jewelry, the size of every piece of clothing can be altered, whether you wear it now or after you give birth, it's no problem."
"But these clothes are too formal. I can't possibly wear them to go for a walk."
Qin Ce patiently explained to her, "In the future, you will appear with me on many important occasions as Mrs. Qin. You will gradually find that these clothes will become your everyday style."
Qiao Xing thought to herself, she really hadn't thought about trying these things.
But she knew that she might really not be able to avoid the situations Qin Ce mentioned.
Especially after giving birth, she will have to go back to work and meet more and more people, and there will be occasions where she has to be present.
"I'll put it away for now and wear it when I have the chance later."
"good."
Qiao Xing asked him, "You still haven't told me why you bought all this for me, especially from such a faraway place. Did something happen there?"
When Qin Ce heard her ask that question, he knew that she probably knew nothing about it.
Qin Ce felt relieved and calmly explained, "I bought it when I saw something I liked. You're my wife. Do I need to pick and choose when to buy something for my wife?"
He reassured Qiao Xing, "Don't worry, everything is normal here. I'll be back in a day or two."
"That's good."
The two chatted for a while longer, but Qiao Xing, not wanting to delay his work, hung up the phone.
Qin Ce had just hung up the phone with Qiao Xing when another number called.
Qin Ce stared at the number, remained silent for a few seconds, and finally decided to answer it.
Qin Liang's angry voice rang out on the phone, "What's wrong with you! You've caused such a stir as soon as you got back, you've almost made me lose all face. Are you only satisfied after you've dragged the entire Qin family and Qin Group down with you?"
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