Before dinner, Shan Song received a message from Qi Changzhou, a simple message: [1]
Shan Song informed Tong Zhao and, avoiding the live broadcast, called him.
The phone rang for less than three seconds before the other end answered. Qi Changzhou's voice came through the receiver incessantly: "Let me tell you, that bastard Geng Keli is really cunning. Three of those suppliers you contacted in Yinchuan ran away today. Luckily, you had a backup plan. I've already made them pay the full amount of the breach of contract penalty. But is this what you call a big move? Who does he think he is... You should just stay on the show and protect our brother's marriage."
"..."
After he finished complaining, Shan Song asked, "How's it going with Geng Qiushi?"
Qi Changzhou clicked his tongue: "You've really hit the nail on the head. I was just about to tell you. The Geng family might be a little more complicated than we thought."
During this period, Qi Changzhou took over the cooperation with Geng Qiushi. He originally thought that with Geng Keli temporarily away from the company, Geng Qiushi would be able to make great strides with less pressure. However, the Geng family seemed to have a grudge against this eldest son, and they kept delaying even the smallest projects. Their attitude was cold and strange.
What's strange is that they only deliberately make things difficult for him. Geng Qiushi is already so marginalized. If they dislike him so much, they should just let him go out and start his own business. He's their own son. Why do they hate him so much and want to keep him by their side to torment him?
Is the so-called "treating everyone equally" really just for the sake of reputation in the outside world?
“While you were all busy yesterday, Geng Keli went back to the Geng family home during a break from his live stream,” Qi Changzhou said. “It was right after Geng Qiushi took over the port project.”
Dan Song narrowed his eyes for a moment. This project was actually not very important. If he went back specifically to warn Geng Qiushi, it was really making a mountain out of a molehill.
Was Geng Keli's attitude a bit too apprehensive, as if he were treating an older brother who had been suppressed by him for years, just because of his collaboration with Shan Song? Or is it really as they analyzed before the show, that Geng Keli is psychologically twisted and can't stand seeing his brother do well at all?
After pondering for a moment, Shan Song affirmed, "Geng Qiu's influence in the Geng family is different from what we thought."
“But even if there are, there probably aren’t many.” Qi Changzhou added, “Geng Keli is genuinely favored. I’m more inclined to believe there are problems within the Geng family. I’ll have Tai Yue keep an eye on things and have him contact you if he finds anything.”
Dan Song: "Okay."
“Hey, don’t hang up yet. There’s something else. I’ve discovered that the Qin family has been secretly courting a lot of smaller families in the past six months. It’s probably because they’re trying to consolidate their power after the Zhou family’s downfall. I think the change in Qin Chong’s attitude towards his sister-in-law that you mentioned before is because of this.”
A knowing glint flashed in Shan Song's eyes, then he reminded him, "Keep an eye on the live stream later, and have the PR team ready."
When Shan Song returned to the dining table, everyone was already seated. Tong Zhao was talking to Luan Yining, and a seat was left for Shan Song next to her. Shan Song sat down and whispered, "Have you talked to Jiang Li about it?"
"I did," Tong Zhao said softly, turning her head to the side.
"Go back and if you're sleepy, go to sleep first."
"good."
The dinner prepared by Geng Keli and his team was French cuisine, with exquisite and neat plating and a very stylish arrangement.
Just one point...
[What an adorable brain of Chongbao's to come up with such a wonderful combination as having Western food in a traditional Chinese courtyard.]
There's nothing we can do; both pots are burnt. We'll just have to let them have it.
[The child is now helpless and can't do anything else.]
Wow, so even when Professor Geng was studying abroad, she couldn't escape cooking for herself.
[It looks really good!]
"Wow! Qin Chong, you really made extra steak for Amo!" Jiang Li exclaimed, slapping Rong Mo's thigh repeatedly.
Qin Chong smiled faintly: "Because there are other dishes, I didn't make five servings. I'm glad you like them."
"Thank you, then I won't be polite!"
Jiang Li took a bite of the foie gras and pastry that were closest to her, and seemed to think it was good. She then used a fork to take a pastry from Rong Mo's plate: "I'll try it for you."
Then, taking advantage of the moment when no one was looking, she pushed the foie gras onto Rong Mo's plate: "This is delicious, A-Mo, eat more."
Rong Mo: "..."
Dan Song, who was sitting right next to Rong Mo, watched their actions, turned around and handed the pastry to Tong Zhao, whispering, "Jiang Li certified it as delicious."
"That must be delicious!" Tong Zhao smiled at him with narrowed eyes and ate very quickly.
Dan Song then picked up two more mussels for him: "My husband thinks they're delicious."
Tong Zhao blinked and whispered, "That would definitely taste even better!"
"Heh~"
Dan Song's laughter reached Qi Yan's side, and Qi Yan followed suit, putting all the pastries, mussels, and beef onto Luan Yining's plate, introducing them one by one: "Brother Jiang, Brother Song, and me... my husband thinks these are delicious!" After saying that, he waited expectantly for Luan Yining's praise.
Luan Yining: "..."
Tong Zhao ate while trying to hide the smile on her face. "Little brother, you need to be more careful."
Geng Keli glanced at them sideways, then put the same three dishes on Qin Chong's plate, along with an onion soup.
[Jiang Li, Shan Song, Qi Yan, and my husband all think it's delicious!]
You've completed your apprenticeship!
【happy】
[The Best Actor award winner had already raised his cup, but when he heard they were going to start a word game, he put it down again. I'm dying of laughter!]
Geng Keli then raised his glass again and stood up, his gaze sweeping across the table. Shan Song suddenly became wary.
Geng Keli remained calm and composed, a slight smile playing on his lips, as he looked around and asked, "Would anyone like to try it out?"
As everyone stood up, Shan Song and Geng Keli exchanged glances, their eyes flashing with sharpness before returning to calm in an instant.
Seeing this, Tong Zhao winked at Jiang Li, who didn't falter at the crucial moment: "Qi Yan!"
"What are your orders, Brother Jiang?" Qi Yan answered willingly.
Geng Keli and Qin Chong, unaware of the inside story, glanced at the two of them a few times.
"Hehe," Jiang Li's lips curled into a sly smile, "The wine you bought at noon must have been pretty good!" She winked and gave a frantic hint.
Qi Yan: "...Should I go get it?"
"How could I possibly accept that..."
"Is there anything you're embarrassed about?" As Qi Yan stood up, he suddenly remembered, "I think that wine is with Song Ge."
Tong Zhao smiled and said, "I'm full. Let's go get it together."
"No need, no need!" Jiang Li waved her hand.
"It's alright, I didn't sleep well last night, so I'll go back and rest first." Tong Zhao took this excuse and left with Qi Yan.
"Thank you, Ah Zhao!" Jiang Li waved her hand, "I'll treat you to something delicious next time!"
Geng Keli's eyes darkened slightly as he stared at Tong Zhao's retreating figure, realizing that this was intentional.
Dan Song sat upright in his seat, took a sip of wine, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.
Dinner took quite a while, and Jiang Li had an appointment with Qi Yan made during the day. At Qi Yan's prompting, the two of them left the table first.
"Brother Jiang?"
Jiang Li said with some regret, "I should have let you call until the show was over!"
Qi Yan felt a throbbing sensation in his temples.
"Hehe, just kidding. How could I go back on my word!" Jiang Li beckoned him to come closer.
First do this, then do that...
Under Qi Yan's increasingly strange gaze, Jiang Li nodded firmly: "That's it!"
Qi Yan looked as if he had just entered a new world, and stepped out the door in a daze. Suddenly, he turned back and reminded him, "Don't forget to help me come up with some ideas this time!"
Jiang Li was lying on the table, laughing silently. Upon hearing the sound, she immediately looked up and stopped smiling: "No problem!"
"..." This kid must be trying to trick him.
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