Chapter 99: It’s okay to have fun
Jiang Tingwan sat by the window in the coffee shop, stirring the black coffee in the cup gently with her fingertips.
This morning, as soon as she arrived at the company, her assistant knocked on the door and came in hurriedly: "Boss Jiang, Secretary Lin from the Song Group is here."
Jiang Tingwan paused and looked towards the door. Secretary Lin was wearing a neat business suit, smiling but with sharp eyes: "Ms. Jiang, Mrs. Song wants to talk to you now."
This matter was indeed too exaggerated. Perhaps the Song family had originally turned a blind eye to the recent rumors, but now that it has become so big, it might make the Song family feel that Song Zhi is not just joking.
The place chosen by Song's mother was very quiet. Outside the window was a bustling commercial district. The sunlight shone through the glass onto the table, casting a soft halo.
After Jiang Tingwan arrived, she didn't show up yet. Maybe she did it to show her power.
The sound of high heels came closer and closer. Jiang Tingwan raised her eyes and saw a well-maintained middle-aged woman walking towards her.
Mrs. Song was wearing a neatly tailored suit and a pearl necklace around her neck that made her look elegant and noble, but her eyes were full of condescending scrutiny.
"Miss Jiang." Mrs. Song sat down and got straight to the point, "I think you should know why I asked you out."
Jiang Tingwan smiled slightly and put down the coffee cup: "Mrs. Song, are you here for the news?"
"Smart." Mrs. Song's lips curled slightly, but the smile did not reach her eyes. "Originally, I have heard about your two affairs, but it's okay if Song Zhi is just playing around."
"But the commotion you and he caused this time has affected the reputation of the Song family."
Jiang Tingwan's expression remained unchanged, and she tapped the rim of the cup with her fingertips: "Mrs. Song, you are worrying too much. Mr. Song and I are just doing business together, and the media is just making up stories."
"Really?" Mrs. Song sneered, "He must know how his father would view him for rashly taking out 1 billion to save a woman. Miss Jiang, it's okay for young people to have fun, but don't take it too seriously."
Just as Jiang Tingwan was about to speak, the door of the cafe was suddenly pushed open.
Song Zhi strode in, his suit jacket casually draped over his arm, a cold look between his brows.
He walked straight to the table, his eyes swept between the two of them, and finally landed on Jiang Tingwan: "Sorry to bother you."
Mrs. Song frowned: "Song Zhi, you——"
"Mother, this matter has nothing to do with her." Song Zhi interrupted her, his tone unquestionable. He stretched out his hand, palm facing up, and said to Jiang Tingwan: "Let's go."
Jiang Tingwan glanced at him, raised the corners of her lips slightly, and shook her head gently: "Nothing." She stood up, picked up her handbag, and nodded slightly to Madam Song: "Madam Song, I'm sorry."
Mrs. Song stared at her with complicated eyes. Song Zhi actually did things for a woman without considering the consequences.
When he agreed to the marriage with the Ou family, he did so after weighing the pros and cons, and she agreed only because he showed that he had a good impression of Ou Ya. Now, because of Jiang Tingwan, he and Ou Ya had a quarrel like this.
However, from what I just observed, Jiang Tingwan's words and deeds were flawless, and her temperament was excellent, even more calm and elegant than many daughters of aristocratic families. However, if it weren't for her background... she would really be the right candidate.
Unfortunately, the Song family doesn't need a daughter-in-law without any roots.
Jiang Tingwan turned and left, her back straight and elegant, her high heels making crisp sounds on the marble floor. Song Zhi stood there, frowning, and finally followed her with big strides.
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Outside the café, the sun is glaring.
Song Zhi caught up with her and whispered, "I'm sorry, I've affected you. My mother always speaks directly."
Jiang Tingwan stopped and looked sideways at him with a faint smile in her eyes: "I said, there is nothing to apologize for."
If it were her, and she had such a quarrel with an ordinary person, the Jiang family would not be able to justify it.
"If you want to withdraw from the cooperation now, I can understand." Song Zhi was silent for a moment, and finally said, "I will let them continue to follow up on the project."
Jiang Tingwan raised his eyebrows and smiled even more: "I've been tied up once, wouldn't it be a big loss if I quit now?"
Her tone was relaxed, but with a firmness that could not be ignored. "Besides, the matter has not been investigated clearly yet. Let's wait until the people behind Ou Shan are dealt with. Your mother's words are nothing to me."
It’s not that she couldn’t bear to abandon Song Zhi, but things had already started, and she was used to doing it to the end. What’s more, she also wanted to see Ou Shan’s downfall.
Song Zhi looked at her, speechless for a moment.
As she turned and left, her back was straight and calm, without a trace of hesitation or cowardice.
He stood there. Was her confidence and composure really something that could be cultivated in an ordinary family? From the time she threw the document into his hand when they first met, to now when she was still at ease in the face of Mrs. Song's difficulties, she seemed to know everything.
If...they had similar family backgrounds, maybe they would be a good match.
This thought flashed through his mind, and he pursed his lips. His mother would not allow him to be with a woman without a background. Although he was the eldest son, his father still had several women, and their son had long been eyeing this position.
The relationship between his parents was also tense. In the past few years, his father had been trying every means to cultivate those playboys. His mother had anticipated this, so he had been cautious in every step since he was a child.
Song Zhi pondered for a moment, then turned and walked in the opposite direction.
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