"Cousin?" Xiao Yuan frowned even more.
"Yes! My cousin asked me to order jewelry today, and she's already paid." Bai Qingzhi said, pulling out the contract she had just signed, on which a string of numbers stood out prominently.
Xiao Yuan had a certain understanding of Bai Qingzhi's studio's pricing, and upon seeing the significantly higher price, he immediately knew what was going on.
He smiled indulgently, then said calmly:
"Good taste."
Bai Qingzhi turned her head towards Zheng Xiaoxin at the right moment and saw the other person purse his lips.
Upon suddenly meeting Bai Qingzhi's gaze, Zheng Xiaoxin awkwardly turned her head away, then answered in a high-pitched voice:
"Thank you for the compliment, cousin."
Xiao Yuan felt disgusted, as if he had swallowed a fly. Just as he was about to stop the other person from calling him that, he felt Bai Qingzhi grab his hand.
“Your cousin is right. Your cousin cares about you a lot. He values family the most. Not to mention your cousin, even the pets at home are well taken care of by Yuan-ge.” Bai Qingzhi’s eyes were full of seriousness.
Zheng Xiaoxin wanted to ask if the other person was deliberately making fun of her, but looking into the other person's clear and innocent eyes, she swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue.
Zheng Xiaoxin herself had forgotten how many times she had choked today.
"There's no more food left. I'll have my secretary buy you a cup of instant noodles later." Xiao Yuan waved his hand dismissively, and unusually spoke a few more words to Zheng Xiaoxin.
"But I also want to eat that..." Zheng Xiaoxin muttered softly, not daring to speak too loudly.
But Xiao Yuan didn't hear it at all.
The secretary's instant noodles arrived quickly, and the service was impeccable; they were even ready to be served and tasted perfect.
Although Bai Qingzhi was happily eating with her chopsticks and her mouth was constantly moving, her eyes never left Zheng Xiaoxin out of the corner of her eye.
Zheng Xiaoxin was really hungry, and he ate a bowl of instant noodles in just a few bites.
“Since my cousin has finished eating, I’ll have the driver take you home,” Xiao Yuan said before Zheng Xiaoxin even put down her chopsticks.
Gritting his teeth and straining slightly, Zheng Xiaoxin snorted coldly, rolled his eyes, picked up his bag, and walked out.
After watching Bai Qingzhi finish eating, Xiao Yuan carefully wiped her mouth with a tissue, cleaned up the trash, and then asked:
"She came to see you?"
Seeing Bai Qingzhi nod, Xiao Yuan's expression turned cold. He threw the tissue in his hand into the trash can and then tapped his fingers on the table.
Zheng Xiaoxin truly overstepped his bounds today.
Xiao Yuan could tolerate anyone harassing him, but as for Zhizhi, he only wanted to protect her under his wings and not let those messy people bother her in the slightest.
Bai Qingzhi saw through Xiao Yuan's thoughts, walked over, reached out and took his hand, saying:
"I don't think Zheng Xiaoxin really likes you."
Xiao Yuan glanced at her, not understanding why she said that.
“I’ve been watching her for a long time, and all her reactions today indicate that she doesn’t like you.” Bai Qingzhi’s expression turned serious.
"You mean, she approached me with a purpose?" Xiao Yuan immediately realized.
"I think we should investigate this thoroughly." This was something Bai Qingzhi had been thinking about for a long time.
She knew Zheng Xiaoxin's identity; her mother and Xiao's mother had a good relationship, otherwise she wouldn't have sent her daughter over.
Today she suggested that Xiao Yuan investigate Zheng Xiaoxin, because if others find out, they might use this to their advantage and embarrass Xiao's mother.
"Leave it to me," Xiao Yuan replied, pulling Bai Qingzhi to sit on his lap and resting his chin on her shoulder.
He already knew some of Zheng Xiaoxin's information when she was coming, but since Zheng's mother often chatted and video-chatted with his mother, and even returned to City A to see his mother every year after traveling, he never suspected anything.
It seems I should be more careful.
The two stayed in the office for several hours, and it got dark outside. Xiao Yuan got off work early today, so Bai Qingzhi booked movie tickets.
"What did you choose?" Xiao Yuan asked curiously.
To be honest, he had never been to a movie theater before, since he had one at home and there were too many people and distractions inside.
This was a very good experience.
Bai Qingzhi encountered difficulties when booking tickets, since neither Xiao Yuan nor she had ever been there!
In high school, a boy asked her out, and she excitedly agreed just for fun. But before she even got there, three other boys intercepted her, and she seriously warned the boy not to come near her again.
From then on, the news that she had a hooligan brother spread, and no boy ever asked her out again.
Thinking of this, Bai Qingzhi sighed helplessly.
Xiao Yuan had no idea what was going on in her little head. He picked up the message he had just subscribed to on his phone and then smiled helplessly.
Animated cartoons?
"What are you laughing at? This isn't your average cartoon! It cost 300 million yuan to make, and it's an educational animation incorporating ancient Chinese culture. It's definitely worth watching." Bai Qingzhi said proudly, snatching back her phone and raising her chin.
“Okay, Zhizhi is right.” Xiao Yuan certainly wouldn’t argue.
"Does Zhizhi like this kind of thing?" After watching the promotional video, Xiao Yuan thought it was alright, so he looked up and asked curiously.
Bai Qingzhi nodded somewhat shyly. She didn't dare to watch horror movies, and romance movies were too heart-wrenching. After thinking it over, she felt that this kind of movie was the most suitable for her.
Not only is it enjoyable to watch, but it also has educational value.
"Then Zhi'ai Entertainment should also develop in this direction. I'll have my people find a couple more talented people." Xiao Yuan kissed Bai Qingzhi's hand.
Making money is important, but it's even more important that children enjoy what they have.
Most of the people in the movie theater were families with children, and Bai Qingzhi stood at the door with some regret.
I should have just stayed home with Xiao Yuan.
Just as she hesitated, Xiao Yuan grabbed her hand and said in a not-so-quiet voice:
"Thank you for coming to watch with me."
It instantly attracted everyone's attention.
Bai Qingzhi looked at him, and then, taking advantage of Xiao Yuan's inattention, she tiptoed and landed a loud kiss on Xiao Yuan's cheek.
Then, blushing, she ran back to her seat.
People around them looked at the two of them with friendly eyes, which made Bai Qingzhi's face flush a little.
The movie was indeed excellent; Bai Qingzhi watched it intently the entire time.
Xiao Yuan's mind was elsewhere; in the dim light, all he could see was the child's profile.
Finally, three hours later, the movie ended, and Xiao Yuan took Bai Qingzhi's hand and was the first to walk out of the cinema.
"You don't like it?" Bai Qingzhi could tell that the other person's steps were a little hurried.
Xiao Yuan did not answer.
The car was parked in the underground parking lot, and the two walked over as quickly as possible. The moment Bai Qingzhi closed the car door, Xiao Yuan's big head turned to the side.
Then he kissed his cheek.
"It's really bouncy and chewy." Xiao Yuan was satisfied; he had wanted to do this while watching the movie.
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