Chapter 129
The meeting room was temporarily set up in the living room on the second floor. Although the area was small, it was still very happy for everyone to gather together.
Seeing Qin Xiang looking outside, the employees also looked over.
Everyone was very familiar with this car; they had often seen Miao Sheng driving it to their shop. Now Miao Sheng got out of the car, trotted to the back, and opened the door.
After more than a month, Meng Huaiqing came back again.
The winter in the capital is long and very cold. Meng Huaiqing rarely changed out of his suit and put on a decent swallowtail black wool coat. His hair was combed neatly, and he still wore black trousers and black leather shoes. He stood there with a slight smile on his face.
Qin Xiang was stunned. Meng Huaiqing was actually wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses.
This reminded her of a word: scumbag.
But it must be said that Meng Huaiqing is very charming, gentle and refined, and his manners and upbringing in conversation all demonstrate his unique charm.
This kind of charm is very different, but considering that Qin Xiang had watched so many idol dramas or novels in her previous life, a man like Meng Huaiqing who is excellent in all aspects can easily become the eternal runner-up.
Qin Xiang couldn't help but smile. Meng Huaiqing was the second male lead, so who could be the first male lead?
Naturally, Qin Xiang thought of He Chenghua, handsome and domineering, with a distinguished family background and a bohemian spirit. It seemed like female protagonists preferred this type of male lead.
So what about her?
Both men treated her differently. Meng Huaiqing had already admitted his feelings for her and expressed his desire to date her. He Chenghua hadn't said anything, but various signs indicated they were more than just friends.
If we were really just friends, why would you care so much?
After talking to He Chenghua last time and He Chenghua went berserk, he hadn't shown up again. Qin Xiang breathed a sigh of relief.
Sometimes she felt quite ashamed of herself. On the one hand, she sought He Chenghua's protection, but on the other hand, she did not want to be entangled with He Chenghua.
But how to repay the favor is also a problem.
The man downstairs was already standing at the door. Qin Xiang dismissed everyone and asked them to go back and rest early. She went downstairs and opened the door, "Mr. He."
"Meng Huaiqing." Meng Huaiqing was very persistent about this point and insisted on correcting it.
Qin Xiang was helpless, "Meng Huaiqing, you're back."
She didn't know if it was her illusion, but deep down she felt a hint of joy because of his appearance.
But this little bit of joy was too shallow to make her waver. "Long time no see."
"Yes, long time no see." Meng Huaiqing smiled so sweetly that it made people feel like they were bathed in spring breeze. He glanced outside and said, "It's getting late. Can you give me a chance to treat you to a meal next time?"
Qin Xiang thought of Miao Sheng's help during this period and nodded, "Okay."
Meng Huaiqing asked Miao Sheng to get out of the car, opened the passenger door, and Qin Xiang got in. Then Meng Huaiqing sat in the driver's seat and drove forward.
This was not Meng Huaiqing's first time driving, but it was the first time that Qin Xiang noticed that Meng Huaiqing was driving so seriously. Serious men always have more charm. Looking at him from the side, she found that his facial features were very handsome, as elegant as he was.
Meng Huaiqing smiled and said, "Does it look good?"
Being caught peeking, Qin Xiang didn't know what it was to be embarrassed. She nodded and said, "It looks good. Meng Huaiqing's profile is very beautiful."
Meng Huaiqing chuckled, "If I can make you feel good, does that mean I'm one step closer?"
He glanced at Qin Xiang quickly, with a teasing look in his eyes.
Qin Xiang was speechless.
After a long pause, he said, "There's no essential difference between how women look at men and how men look at women. When I see someone good-looking, whether it's me or anyone else, I always take a second look. I'm sure there are many women who compliment your looks like me."
Meng Huaiqing did not feel disappointed about this, but said frankly, "But no matter how many people praise me, it's not as good as Qin Xiang's."
Qin Xiang: "..."
Why do I feel like an experienced driver?
However, looking at Meng Huaiqing's profile again, his expression was particularly serious.
A scoundrel.
Qin Xiang came to a conclusion.
Meng Huaiqing parked the car at the entrance of an alley and said, "I just happened to eat here. I think the food is delicious. I'll bring you here to try it."
Qin Xiang got out of the car and saw two red lanterns hanging in front of a house in the alley. The door was open. Meng Huaiqing walked in familiarly and someone came out to greet him.
Turning in, the view suddenly opened up. I walked through the atrium and entered the room. There were several tables inside. Except for the one in the corner, all the other tables were already full.
Unlike the bustling restaurants outside, it is very quiet here.
Sitting down inside, Meng Huaiqing said, "It is said that the owner of this restaurant used to have ancestors who worked as imperial chefs in the palace. The business was later passed down and he secretly opened the shop during the revolution. It was only after the reform and opening up that he opened the shop in a big way. His skills are very good."
Qin Xiang didn't doubt what Meng Huaiqing said. For someone of Meng Huaiqing's background, he'd tasted so many excellent dishes, so it must be great to have him praise them.
Meng Huaiqing took the menu and made some marks on it, then handed it to her, "Take a look and see if there's anything you want to add."
Qin Xiang took it and was stunned when she saw the dishes on the menu. Most of them were her favorite dishes, and most of them were spicy.
"If you like anything, just order it. Boss Meng is treating us today." Meng Huaiqing raised his eyebrows and smiled.
Qin Xiang shook her head. "It's already a lot." She hesitated for a moment, and when he handed her the menu, she asked, "You have a bad stomach. Can you eat so much spicy food?"
Qin Xiang loves spicy food, but Meng Huaiqing has stomach problems and can't eat spicy food at all.
Meng Huaiqing paused, then said after a while, "If I say I did it on purpose, would you believe me?"
Qin Xiang was stunned.
"I want to eat spicy food with you, so that if your stomach hurts, you can feel sorry for me."
Meng Huaiqing's blunt words left Qin Xiang stunned, not knowing how to react.
Meng Huaiqing laughed again, "I was joking, don't worry, I added more food that I can eat."
Qin Xiang hesitated, then said, "Meng Huaiqing, you don't have to cater to me like this. Even if you want to take things further with me, don't joke with your body. It's irresponsible to your body."
It was very relaxing to be with Meng Huaiqing. He always spoke slowly and calmly, and seemed to have a good temper, making people feel like they were in spring breeze. But just a moment ago, she suddenly felt the urgency in his words.
She has a complicated mind and can't figure out what's going on in her mind.
To her, men are dispensable, and career is the only thing that dominates her heart.
Sometimes what Meng Huaiqing and He Chenghua did made her feel like she had difficulty breathing.
Meng Huaiqing agreed calmly, "Okay, I won't joke about my own body."
He missed her once on the way to the capital, and he would not make such a low-level mistake again. Using his body to gain a woman's sympathy was not what he should do.
When the food arrived, there was indeed some that were not spicy. The table was full of exquisite dishes. It looked like a lot, but the portion was small. Although two people could finish it, there wasn't much left over either.
Meng Huaiqing was very polite and elegant during the meal, and he also understood the culture of the drinking table. During the meal, he would ask her about business matters. Meng Huaiqing nodded and praised her, "You have a good vision."
He hesitated for a moment and reminded, "But you also have to be careful. In Hong Kong, many people find it difficult to develop even if they have the ability, because there are so many gangs there, and it's hard to get a foothold without backing. But this is the capital, under the feet of the emperor, so I guess this kind of problem should be rare."
Qin Xiang was surprised at his careful observation, but then guessed that Miao Sheng might have told him. He nodded and said, "I'll pay attention."
Meng Huaiqing didn't ask any more questions and nodded. "I'll be in the mainland before the New Year. Miao Sheng will be stationed in the capital. If you have any questions, be sure to contact him. I have some connections in the capital." He blinked and said, "You know, the government treats Hong Kong businessmen very well. I can have a say."
Qin Xiang nodded, "Okay."
The two of them ate and talked. When they were almost done, someone else came into the restaurant and shouted as soon as he entered the door, "Boss, a whole table full of good food."
The voice sounded familiar. Qin Xiang turned her head and saw He Chenghua standing there with a dark face and his hands on his waist. He was wearing a woolen coat and looked back and forth between Qin Xiang and Meng Huaiqing.
Qin Xiang greeted politely, "Captain He."
Meng Huaiqing glanced at the other person and asked doubtfully, "Xiangxiang, is this your friend?"
Qin Xiang frowned when he heard this address and nodded, "Yes, he was my instructor during military training."
"I see." Meng Huaiqing didn't ask any more questions.
He Chenghua strode over to their table and plopped down on the stool next to Qin Xiang. He glanced at the food on the table and said sarcastically, "No wonder Boss Qin didn't have time to treat me to a meal. It turns out he wants to treat the big boss."
The tone was full of sarcasm, causing Qin Xiang to frown. "Meng Huaiqing is my friend, so why can't I have dinner with him? Besides, I don't need to report to Captain He who I'm dining with, right?"
This sentence annoyed He Chenghua, and he stared at Qin Xiang with a bad look.
For a moment, Qin Xiang almost thought that she was a heartless person and had done something to let He Chenghua down.
But God knows what their relationship is.
He Chenghua sneered, "Indeed, there's no need." He turned to look at Meng Huaiqing and said, "But it's really unfair to invite the big boss of Gangcheng to have dinner here."
Meng Huaiqing smiled slightly and said politely, "This is not a grievance. The food here is delicious, otherwise Captain He would not come here, don't you think?"
"Hmph." He Chenghua stood up, said something to a few friends, and then went to find the boss. A few minutes later, he returned with two bottles of wine. "Since Mr. Meng is in the capital, he should try our wine. Otherwise, the people in Hong Kong will say that we, the capital people, don't know etiquette."
Qin Xiang frowned, "He can't drink."
He Chenghua paused in pouring the wine, then stubbornly filled the deep cup and pushed it to Meng Huaiqing, saying, "Boss Meng, you wouldn't want us, the masters of the capital, to entertain you, the Hong Kong businessmen, would you?"
After saying this, He Chenghua didn't care how Meng Huaiqing answered. He picked up the wine glass and drank it all in one gulp, turning the glass upside down and looking at Boss Meng. "I'll drink first as a sign of respect. Boss Meng, please feel free to do as you please. After all..."
Glancing at Qin Xiang, He Chenghua sneered, "Boss Meng, it's okay if you don't drink. After all, you can't drink."
Qin Xiang couldn't help but frown. He Chenghua's intention to stir up trouble was too obvious. He was going straight for Meng Huaiqing.
Qin Xiang couldn't persuade He Chenghua, so she persuaded Meng Huaiqing, "Meng Huaiqing, you have stomach problems and can't drink."
But Meng Huaiqing stubbornly shook his head, his eyes as gentle as ever. "It's okay, drinking a little now and then won't kill you." He looked at He Chenghua with a smile. His initial worries had finally come true. He had to drink this wine today. He picked up the glass and drank it all in one gulp, just like He Chenghua, ignoring Qin Xiang's attempts to stop him. "Captain He, I'll drink it."
He had never concealed his affection for Qin Xiang, and he couldn't let it go when he left. After returning to Gangcheng, Miao Sheng told him that Qin Xiang had a handsome and manly Captain He, who was completely different from him. This reminded him of the fleeting figure at the airport, and alarm bells went off in his heart. However, the matter in Gangcheng was not yet settled, so he had to control his temper and deal with it.
Now that the real person is standing in front of him, how could he possibly retreat?
He drank it all in one gulp, but Qin Xiang frowned.
The wine glass is not small, and each glass must hold at least one or two ounces.
If you keep drinking like this, you're bound to get into trouble.
Meng Huaiqing already had stomach problems, so if he competed in drinking with He Chenghua, who was from the army, he would be courting death.
Qin Xiang's face turned cold, "Meng Huaiqing, don't drink anymore."
Before Meng Huaiqing could speak, He Chenghua had already filled his glass again. This time, he didn't say anything and just drank it. Meng Huaiqing smiled and picked up the glass to drink as well. He Chenghua poured again.
Seeing that the two men were drinking non-stop, the men brought by He Chenghua even started to make a fuss.
Qin Xiang was furious and stood up and said, "Since you two like drinking so much, I won't disturb your enjoyment. I'll be leaving first."
She walked straight out and the two men stood up.
There were two other tables in the room where people had finished their meals and were preparing to leave. Seeing the two men's posture, they were afraid that they might start a fight, so they left in a hurry.
The owner of the private restaurant seemed to be used to it and didn't even come out.
The atmosphere in the room was tense, and Qin Xiang walked out without looking back.
As soon as she left, Meng Huaiqing also left.
However, Meng Huaiqing was drunk, his body swayed, and he fell to the ground.
Qin Xiang was startled, and He Chenghua was also shocked and stood there.
Qin Xiang had to come back, "Meng Huaiqing."
Even after dinner, the alcohol still burned my stomach.
Meng Huaiqing opened his eyes, his face was red, but his eyes were bright and blinding, "I'm fine."
As he said this, he began to struggle to get up.
Meng Huaiqing looked at Qin Xiang supporting Meng Huaiqing and said coldly, "Boss Meng can drink so much."
It's full of irony.
Qin Xiang glared at him directly, "What deep hatred do you have that requires you to have a drinking contest with him? Is Captain He only happy if someone dies?"
He Chenghua pursed his lips.
Meng Huaiqing held his stomach in pain and helped Qin Xiang stand up, saying apologetically, "I'm sorry for today. I'll apologize to Captain He another day."
His behavior made He Chenghua seem even more aggressive. He Chenghua's face was terribly gloomy. Seeing Qin Xiang anxiously standing aside, he couldn't help but say, "Mr. Meng is so scheming."
Meng Huaiqing still looked apologetic, "I did embarrass Captain He." Then he turned to Qin Xiang, "Xiangxiang, I agreed to drink on my own initiative. It has nothing to do with Captain He."
Qin Xiang was furious. If she didn't understand the lawsuit between the two men, her life would be in vain. Since both of them were here and it had become such a mess, she couldn't help but say, "If you two are fighting over me, that's totally unnecessary. I want to make it clear to you all that I have no plans to get married, and I don't have the time or the desire to find a partner for now. You two are both well-known figures, so there's no need to argue over a divorced woman like me."
Qin Xiang ignored He Chenghua's surprised look and refilled the two cups on the table. "Since you two like to drink, sit over there and continue drinking. I'll be leaving first."
If it wasn't because of her, she wouldn't care about the two of them fighting, let alone drinking, but because of her, she was in a very bad mood.
"I don't know what I did to give you the wrong impression. If I did, I apologize now. Whether you're arguing or drinking, I don't want it to be because of me, because it's a burden to me. I can't bear the consequences of anything happening to anyone. You two have families, so there's no need to worry about me hurting you and causing your families to worry."
After saying that, Qin Xiang turned around.
Meng Huaiqing looked at Qin Xiang's back as she left, then squatted down, holding his stomach in pain.
He Chenghua stood there motionless and forgot to chase after him.
When Qin Xiang came out, she saw Miao Sheng and his bodyguard in a car not far away. She went over and knocked on the window, and Miao Sheng's face appeared. "Miss Qin, where is our boss?"
Qin Xiang said, "Your boss is drunk and has a stomachache. Go in and take him to the hospital. I'll be leaving first."
It was obvious that Qin Xiang was unhappy. Miao Sheng hurriedly got out of the car and walked over with his bodyguards. He walked two steps and came back, "Miss Qin, it's getting late. Let them take you back, otherwise it's not safe on the road."
Qin Xiang refused, "No thanks."
Then he left.
Miao Sheng sighed, not knowing what was going on. He told a bodyguard beside him and hurried in to find the boss.
Qin Xiang knew someone was following her, but she also knew that even if she tried to chase them away, she probably wouldn't be able to get rid of them. Meng Huaiqing's bodyguards wouldn't listen to her.
When she arrived at school, Qin Xiang was in the worst mood.
I didn't expect that a meal would cause problems.
Perhaps they could see that Qin Xiang was in a bad mood, so the others in the dormitory didn't ask any more questions. Those who needed to read read, and those who needed to draw drew.
Qin Xiang was in a confused mood, thinking about the two men and unable to concentrate on reading.
As expected, all men are bad and are stumbling blocks to her progress.
Qin Xiang tossed and turned all night and didn't sleep much. When she woke up in the morning, she felt particularly tired.
Qin Xiang had classes in the morning and couldn't go out, so she could only attend class. After class, Qin Xiang left the teaching building and saw Miao Sheng pacing back and forth downstairs. When he saw that Qin Xiang was done with get out of class, he came straight over.
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