Just as I was looking up and down, carefully sizing up Xiaomin beside me, a sleek golf cart slowly drove over. After the car stopped, a man in neat sportswear and with an elegant temperament got out of the car. He walked with steady steps, and his every move showed calmness and confidence.
When Yue Mingyuan saw this man, his eyes suddenly lit up and he rushed forward in a hurry. He quickly took off the white golf gloves in his hand, stretched out his hand and shook hands tightly with the other person, with a warm and friendly smile on his face. The two of them exchanged greetings, their voices high but full of familiarity, as if they had been old friends for many years. After a few pleasantries, they walked towards the tee box side by side, in unison, chatting animatedly.
I stood aside, secretly speculating in my heart that this extraordinary man in front of me was most likely the rumored Mr. Wen. When I thought of this, I couldn't help feeling a little scared. I didn't dare to move forward rashly. I could only stand aside from a distance, observing silently like a curious bystander.
Mr. Wen stood in front of the tee, slightly adjusted his posture, held the club with both hands, and his eyes were focused and firm. He swung the club gently with smooth and graceful movements, and with a "bang", the white golf ball flew out like an arrow, drawing a beautiful arc in the air. Upon seeing this, Yue Mingyuan immediately smiled, clapped his hands vigorously, and kept shouting, "Good shot! Good shot!"
I heard Yue Mingyuan cheering, and quickly followed suit and clapped from a distance. But in fact, I know everything about golf and I have no idea what is so good about Mr. Wen's shot. I just want to go along with him so as not to seem too out of place.
President Wen seemed to hear my somewhat stiff applause. He slowly turned his head and glanced at me intentionally. Although there was no extra expression in that look, it made me feel a little nervous for some reason. Upon seeing this, Yue Mingyuan quickly leaned over to Mr. Wen's ear and whispered a few words in a low voice. I saw Mr. Wen nodded slightly, then waved to me from a distance. Seeing this, I immediately put on a smile and waved vigorously in response, looking like a lackey who was trying hard to please others.
This time, I followed them like a brother, not close enough. They walked from one green to another, and I followed them step by step. Although I kept walking, my legs felt as heavy as if they were filled with lead, and every step I took was extremely strenuous.
The only thing that perked up my interest was when I occasionally walked with Xiaomin. I will pluck up the courage and take the initiative to chat with her. It was through this encounter in a foreign land that I finally learned her name - Peng Xiaomin. When chatting with her, time seemed to pass by more quickly and I temporarily forgot all the physical fatigue.
Until they finished the last shot, the two of them excitedly high-fived each other, their faces filled with the joy of victory. Only then did I feel relieved and accompanied Yue Mingyuan back to the locker room in disappointment.
After changing back into his normal clothes, Yue Mingyuan adjusted his collar while turning his head, his eyes fell on me, and he said earnestly: "Hongjun, I have a golf course in the provincial capital. Although it is not large in scale, the environment is quite good. After the beginning of next spring, you can go there often to practice. In fact, it doesn't matter how proficient you are or how powerful your skills are, but if you don't know how to play golf, you will lose an important channel to communicate with people."
I listened, raised my mouth slightly, forced out a self-deprecating smile, and responded: "Mr., I don't have any athletic talent when it comes to playing. Golf looks complicated. I'm afraid that if I learn it, I will embarrass you."
Yue Mingyuan waved his hand lightly and said indifferently: "This has nothing to do with talent. Golf is essentially a recreational activity. Don't think it's too difficult. If you want to truly integrate into the upper class, learning to play golf is an essential step. Nowadays, many deals are concluded on the golf course. If you can't even play golf, you will have fewer common topics to talk about with those people in the future."
As he was talking, 께Min, who had also changed her clothes, followed with light steps. She changed into a black down coat, which was simple and fashionable, and made her slender figure look even more neat and tidy. Her long, shiny black hair was casually draped over her shoulders, swaying gently as she walked, as if with a unique rhythm.
I looked at Xiaomin a few more times on my own accord. It wasn't because I was lustful by nature, but a sudden flash of inspiration came to my mind, and an idea flashed through my mind like a meteor. So, I deliberately added some "spicy" in my eyes, making my expression look as if I was unable to control myself and was drooling in front of her beauty.
Yue Mingyuan caught all of my changes in expression perfectly. The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, revealing a knowing smile. That smile seemed to reveal his insight into my thoughts, yet also carried a hint of amusement.
There was still a while before we parted, Yue Mingyuan folded his hands in front of his chest, looked at me, and said slowly: "Hongjun, Daxun will be listed tomorrow, and this worry is finally over."
I nodded slightly and said with emotion: "Yes, a company started from a county town and has overcome all difficulties to get to where it is today. In addition to its own unremitting efforts, it also relies on the support of noble people like you. If it weren't for your planning and layout, I really don't know when Daxun would have stepped onto the stage of the capital market. I will remember this kindness in my heart."
He listened, smiled softly, and said, "Don't tell me your true feelings. This result means that you have lost the bet between us."
I shook my head calmly, "I am willing to lose. Besides, I feel that I am the winner. Taking advantage of the listing of Daxun, I met a person like you. This opportunity is more precious than any bet. After returning, I will immediately ask Mr. Fu of Anjie to go to the provincial capital to handle the equity transfer. There is no ambiguity."
Yue Mingyuan showed a satisfied smile, his eyes full of admiration: "Hongjun, I just like the way you speak clearly. But, listen to my advice, 'I was born with talent and I will definitely have it, even if I spend all my money, I will get it back', 'When you are happy in life, you must enjoy it to the fullest, don't let the golden cup face the moon in vain', don't always tighten it too much. If you have any needs, just let me know, and don't meet with me." After that, he glanced meaningfully at Xiao Min who was standing quietly beside him.
I understood what he meant, scratched my head in a pretentious manner, and hesitated to say, "How dare I ask for anything, it's just..."
He waved his hand and interrupted me: "What nonsense! Liu Bei said, 'Brothers are like limbs, wives are like clothes.' You have been single for a while, and you are busy with your career. How can you live without a close friend around you?"
Now that I was exposed, I simply acted out the scene more realistically. Turning to look at Xiaomin, he saw that her eyebrows were slightly frowned, and her eyes were full of disdain, as if she was silently accusing this absurd transaction. In a trance, I actually felt that she was somewhat similar to the Japanese actress Miyazawa Rie, cold yet stubborn.
Upon seeing this, Yue Mingyuan smiled knowingly and said, "A beautiful lady is a good match for a gentleman. But you are too honest to deceive me. Hongjun, I will see you off from afar." He then turned around and instructed Xiaomin, "Xiaomin, see County Magistrate Guan off for me." Xiaomin nodded slightly, a flash of resistance in her eyes, but she still stepped forward, ready to fulfill this seemingly simple but meaningful farewell responsibility.
She followed me with her eyes downcast, and she never uttered a word until we reached the exit shrouded in dusk.
The hotel's Lincoln was already waiting at the exit. The driver ran over and opened the door for me. I had just put half a foot in the car when I looked back for some unknown reason. The wind suddenly lifted her long hair, the setting sun gilded her edges, and her eyes, full of thoughts, suddenly curved into crescents, but a smile reached the bottom of her eyes. This fleeting expression was like a fine needle, piercing the softest corner of my heart.
The car drove away slowly, and her figure in the rearview mirror gradually shrank into a blurry black dot. The evening breeze brought in the unique scent of grass from the golf course as it blew into the car window. I looked at the passing street scenes, with complex emotions surging in my heart. I was moved by her purity that was completely influenced by the secular world, but I also sighed for her helpless fate that was trapped in the vortex. These contradictory emotions were a tangled mess in my chest.
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