Liu Jingze, being Liu Jingzhang's friend, had arrived early. It was a rare occasion for these classmates to get together, so everyone was very happy.
The awkward thing is that Liu Jingze and Shan Mianzhi didn't get married, but they are both doing well. Liu Jingze is even more successful than Shan Mianzhi, so there are a lot of compliments for them.
They sat at two large tables in the side room, but it didn't feel crowded.
Liu Jingze saw that there were more than ten of his college classmates. Although they had only studied together for two years, he still felt a sense of closeness, so he smiled more.
"Jingze, you're doing so well now, give your buddy a hand."
“We’re not related, but I have a pretty good relationship with your bureau chief. I’ll talk to him sometime when I have the chance.”
"That's great. I, Chen Xu, always thought I was pretty good, but once I got to the workplace, I realized I'm really nothing."
"Take it slow. You know we all rely on seniority."
"But you've developed so well."
Liu Jingze smiled and said, "I also have people helping me. Otherwise, what could I have achieved?"
Dan Mianzhi, sitting to the side, naturally heard their conversation. He knew, of course, that Liu Jingze was referring to Zhang Hongmei. But there was really nothing he could do. That's just how reality is; you can't change it through jealousy.
Han Yushan has looked down on Liu Jingze since they were in school. Even now that he has entered the workforce and worked for many years, he is still very jealous of Liu Jingze.
"Liu Jingze, you're already thirty-one, and you're still not married? My son is about to start junior high. You'd better hurry up and get married."
"My son is seven years old too," Liu Jingze said with a faint smile.
"You're married? I've never heard of it. Could it be an illegitimate child?"
Liu Jingze still had a smile on his face. "No."
Shan Mianzhi was also very puzzled. He had never heard of Liu Jingze having a son, and given his monk-like lifestyle, it wasn't news at all within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
"Liu Jingze, tell me? I'm really curious." Han Yushan didn't believe it at all, thinking that Liu Jingze was talking nonsense, or that he wasn't his biological son.
“My godson, Zhang Weiyu.”
"Haha, I knew it. You're the only one who can have a godson. Who is he? He must have chosen you because of your status, right?" Han Yushan laughed a few times after saying that.
Others might not know, but Shan Mianzhi did: the leader's third son was named Zhang Weiyu.
"Jingze, Hongmei's son?"
"Um."
"Jingze, I envy you."
"What do you envy about me?"
Shan Mianzhi could only smile bitterly and remain silent.
Chen Xu quickly replied, "Jingze, when can I meet my nephew?"
Liu Jingze smiled and said, "There aren't many opportunities. This child is very busy with his studies right now and isn't at home. I can't see him often either."
"Could it be a special school?"
"Yeah, he can only come back once a year." Liu Jingze said, but inwardly he was gritting his teeth. Zhang Shouyi was really stingy, actually refusing to let him teach in the mountains.
Thinking of Wei Yu, she couldn't stop smiling.
"Liu Jingze, why are you laughing like that? Do you have ulterior motives towards your son's mother?"
Liu Jingze ignored him and continued drinking his tea; he was the only one at the table who didn't drink alcohol.
Shan Mianzhi glanced at the person who spoke, thinking he was asking for trouble. With Liu Jingze's petty nature, he would definitely not let him get away with it.
"Jingze, didn't you used to drink?" Yang Ye, sitting opposite, quickly tried to smooth things over. This Han Yushan was really getting more and more like a senile fool.
"It's forbidden."
"Jingze, you're still so young. Is it because you don't smoke or drink?"
"Maybe so, I really don't smoke or drink."
"That's right. Among us here, only Chairman Shan is older than us. We are all the same age, but you look at least four or five years younger than us."
"Yes, I'm so envious. We're both over thirty, but you haven't changed much. How do you maintain your youthful appearance?"
Liu Jingze smiled and said, "I really haven't taken care of my appearance, and I haven't paid attention to it." He used to have gray hair, but since drinking that water, the gray hair has disappeared.
At this moment, Han Yushan wanted to say something, but was kicked by Dou Yong, a classmate sitting next to him.
He immediately chimed in, "Jingze, you're not going out now, let's get together sometime later."
"Sure, no problem. I'll treat you sometime, let's get together."
At this moment, Liu Jingzhang and Liang Dan came over to offer a toast.
This old bachelor finally got married, and everyone sincerely congratulated him. His wife is truly beautiful, and has a calm and composed demeanor, much better than his domineering wife at home.
"Thank you all for coming today. Come on, let me pour you some drinks, let's have a toast together."
After going around once, four bottles of wine were gone, and Liu Jingze was given fresh tea.
Everyone was making a ruckus, offering congratulations, but Liu Jingzhang was genuinely happy.
"Thank you everyone. We are all old classmates and old friends. Let me introduce you. This is my wife, Liang Dan."
Then, they introduced them to Liang Dan. When they got to Liu Jingze, Liang Dan smiled. Liu Jingze was a taboo subject for the leaders, an admirer of the madam, and the godfather of the third young master. Even if the leaders were dissatisfied, they couldn't stop him from coming every week. He lived in the compound but never stayed overnight, yet he had a house in Fuzeyuan.
Liu Jingze smiled and said, "Congratulations to you two. May you have a long and happy marriage and many children."
When it came to Shan Mianzhi, he nodded. The contrast was so obvious that everyone could see it, and these people were all shrewd; they were even more curious about Liang Dan.
However, no one would ask this question in this situation. But there are always fools out there, and Han Yushan chuckled.
"Jingzhang, does your wife know one of the handsome guys in our class?"
“Yes, they’ve known each other for many years,” Liu Jingzhang sighed. “If I had met my wife back then, I would have a bunch of children by now.”
The smile on Liu Jingze's face disappeared. He could ignore other things, but when it came to relationships between men and women, Liu Jingze was particularly sensitive and clear-headed.
Dan Mianyi could tell from a glance that Liu Jingze was dissatisfied. This guy would keep at least two meters away from all his female colleagues when he spoke to them. Even if a girl liked him, he would not give her any face and would directly reject her. He didn't care about the girl's feelings at all.
"Jingze, have some tea. I won't drink alcohol anymore; my stomach is a little upset. I'll keep you company while you drink tea."
Liu Jingze didn't lose his temper. This was a good day for his good brother, so of course he wouldn't cause trouble. But Han Yushan had really had enough of having a good time.
Liu Jingzhang also disliked Han Yushan's words and decided to cut off all contact with him from now on. Really, how did things turn out like this?
"Please make yourselves at home, I'm going to offer a toast."
After the newcomer left, everyone continued drinking and chatting. They were all sensible people; they knew they couldn't associate with Han Yushan much anymore.
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