Chapter 148
There were many sounds of firecrackers all around. In the large square not far away, children were already setting off firecrackers. The crackling sound mixed with the children's laughter made Qin Xiang unable to hear the man's voice clearly.
Qin Xiang was still feeling a bit dizzy. She listened to the voice on the other side and asked, "What is Mr. Meng doing right now?"
Meng Huaiqing had a glass of red wine on his hand. He picked it up, swirled it around his lips, took a sip, and then said, "Drinking red wine while talking to Xiangxiang on the phone."
"Oh." Qin Xiang said enviously, "I want to drink too, but I didn't drink red wine, I drank white wine, Maotai."
Meng Huaiqing laughed and said, "I'll bring you a few bottles when I get back. I'm sure there's one you like."
Qin Xiang uttered an "oh" and looked off into the distance. "Mr. Meng, you're just drinking. Don't you miss me?"
I don’t know if it’s because he drank alcohol, but Qin Xiang is so bold at this moment that he even wants to tease Boss Meng.
Meng Huaiqing's voice was a little hurried, with a hint of hoarseness in it, "Of course I do. Does Xiangxiang miss me?"
When we reunite during the Chinese New Year, even though we are not in the same place, it feels good to think of each other.
Qin Xiang smiled and whispered, "I do, and I also want to sleep with you."
The other end of the phone was so quiet that even breathing could not be heard.
Qin Xiang straightened her clothes and laughed, "Mr. Meng was scared by me?"
"Not really." Meng Huaiqing said softly, "I'm wondering if I should just rush over and let you sleep."
A gust of wind blew past, and Qin Xiang started coughing violently because of the wind that filled her mouth. Meng Huaiqing asked with concern, "What's wrong?"
Qin Xiang's tears fell, "I was scared by you, please don't do this kind of thing again."
Meng Huaiqing regretted, "Don't you want me to go over? But I really want to see you."
"That won't do. It's Chinese New Year now. If you're running around like this, won't your subordinates celebrate the New Year? Calm down. Let's talk about it after the New Year." Qin Xiang saw Mi Hongjun taking three children to the square to set off firecrackers, and she felt a little itchy in her heart, "Meng Huaiqing, have you ever set off firecrackers?"
Meng Huaiqing was stunned, and answered honestly, "I let him go when I was younger, but I haven't let him go since I was fifteen."
In the past, he not only set off firecrackers, he even played racing and boxing. He had tried all kinds of dangerous activities and had all the bad habits of a rich second-generation playboy.
But Meng Huaiqing didn't want to say this to Qin Xiang.
Qin Xiang responded and said, "Well, I have to say goodbye to you now. I'm going to set off firecrackers."
Although Meng Huaiqing was a little reluctant, he still nodded and said, "Okay, have fun."
Fireworks were set off over Victoria Harbour. They could see them clearly from their position, but watching them alone made them feel lonely, and no matter how beautiful the fireworks were, they lacked some color.
Qin Xiang ran over to find Mi Hongjun and the others, and found that there was another person next to them.
"Qin Xiang, I miss you so much." Hao Jingjing came over and hugged Qin Xiang enthusiastically.
Both of them were dressed very warmly, hugging each other like two big bears.
They both couldn't help but chuckle at the thought.
Not far away, Mi Hongjun was happily playing with three children. Hao Jingjing said, "You know, I just like his silly look."
Qin Xiang couldn't help but laugh, "Go tell him this and see if he gets angry."
"No." Hao Jingjing leaned close to her and whispered, "I asked him to call me sister in private, and he did."
Qin Xiang's eyes widened and she chuckled, "Then you are quite bad."
Many people are not optimistic about relationships between older women and younger men, but they are really happy when they are together.
Qin Xiang didn't ask Hao Jingjing's parents whether they agreed to this, and Hao Jingjing didn't say anything either. They stood aside and watched, and suddenly they saw a man and a woman walking side by side at the edge of the square.
The man had his hands in his trouser pockets and was wearing a coat in the cold weather. He had a tall and straight figure. The woman was petite and also had her hands in her trouser pockets.
The people are very familiar, one is Qin Yang and the other is Zhao Qian.
Hao Jingjing sighed, "I didn't expect them to be together. Their personalities are really quite different."
Although there is an age gap between her and Mi Hongjun, they both love to playful and can find many fun things to do together.
Zhao Qian is a very good-tempered and gentle person, but Qin Yang is not someone to be trifled with.
Qin Xiang laughed, "The fact that we can be together means we're attracted to each other."
"You're right." Hao Jingjing took Qin Xiang's arm and whispered, "What about you and Mr. Meng?"
Qin Xiang didn't look at her. "That's it. The two of you are busy all day long. Let's have a meal together when we have time."
She thought it was fine this way, they were busy with their own things, and occasionally having a meal together when they had some free time was considered love. If they were to be stuck together all the time, she couldn't imagine it, and she didn't want such a relationship.
Love is a change of pace and cannot take up too much of her time.
Hao Jingjing continued gossiping in a low voice, "So, you two, did you do that?"
Qin Xiang raised an eyebrow, "Did you guys do that?"
Hao Jingjing blushed and shook her head hurriedly, "No, but I did kiss her."
Qin Xiang suppressed a laugh, "You took the initiative?"
Hao Jingjing didn't deny it, her eyes even sparkled like stars. "Yes, I took the initiative and scared the boy. How could he be so naive? Look at him, he's actually a greenhorn. The first time I kissed him, he was so scared he ran away."
Hao Jingjing laughed unkindly as she spoke, and Qin Xiang couldn't help laughing, "Indeed, but it's also very innocent, isn't it?"
"Yes, that's right, so pure and innocent." Hao Jingjing squinted her eyes as if she was still savoring the memory. "It's a pity that it's still too small. It would be better if it were a little bigger."
Qin Xiang said, "That's good, isn't it? If he were a few years older, he might not be so innocent anymore."
Hao Jingjing nodded in agreement, but still didn't want to let Qin Xiang go. "What about you guys? Did you kiss?"
Qin Xiang shook her head, "I didn't do it and I didn't kiss."
Compared to Hao Jingjing, Qin Xiang was more of a veteran. "Why rush into this? Take your time."
After finishing this topic, Hao Jingjing wanted to ask more questions, but saw Zhao Qian coming over.
Zhao Qian was wearing a thick coat and a thick scarf, but she was still a little cold. "Why are you here? Aren't you cold?"
Hao Jingjing teased, "Who would feel cold when they're dating? Did you feel cold just now?"
"Hao Jingjing." Zhao Qian was shy and embarrassed.
Hao Jingjing smiled and said, "Okay, I won't say anything more."
After that, she curiously asked Zhao Qian, "Have you ever kissed?"
"You're still asking." Zhao Qian looked at Qin Xiang embarrassedly, but saw that Qin Xiang was also laughing there, with a red face.
Zhao Qian refused to answer, but Hao Jingjing pressed her. Zhao Qian wasn't as shameless as Qin Xiang, and blushed under the questioning. She nodded hurriedly, "I kissed her once."
My goodness, not only was Hao Jingjing shocked, but even her younger sister Qin Xiang was shocked.
It’s hard to imagine what it’s like when San Ge is dating.
With his temper, does he look like a domineering CEO?
Or like a gang leader?
It was difficult to ask this question. Zhao Qian didn't dare to look at them anymore. She bit her lip and said, "You guys are really something. You must have kissed your partner before."
Hao Jingjing nodded directly, "Yes, I did. Qin Xiang didn't."
Zhao Qian was surprised, and Hao Jingjing said regretfully, "Mr. Meng is so handsome and gentle, with an aura of 2.8 meters, but he has never been kissed. Tsk tsk, what a waste."
Qin Xiang was calm at that time, "I'll tell you when I kiss you."
"That's what you said." Hao Jingjing laughed.
Qin Xiang nodded, "Okay."
Anyway, whether it exists or not, she will just not admit it when the time comes.
At nine o'clock in the evening, everyone went their separate ways, and those who were in a relationship were sent home by their partners.
Qin Xiang is a lonely man, and his partner lives far away in Gangcheng, so he has to go back alone.
I strolled slowly around the square, watched the children play games, and then went back to make dumplings.
After wrapping the dumplings, the two men who had sent their girlfriends home also returned.
As if afraid of being questioned, Mi Hongjun quickly ran out to take care of the child. Qin Yang was calm, so Qin Baotian asked curiously.
Qin Baotian really worries about his children.
If he doesn't find a partner, his father will be anxious. If he does find a partner, his father will also be anxious.
Qin Xiang's partner was a wealthy businessman from Hong Kong, a far cry from her own family's. Her son was a better choice, though not from a particularly capable family. He was a friend of her daughter's, and his parents were both intellectuals, high school teachers. It would have been fine if Qin Yang had attended school, but he only graduated from junior high school.
Qin Baotian was worried that Qin Xiang and Meng Huaiqing would not go far, and that Zhao Qian's parents would look down on Qin Yang.
Faced with his father's worry, Qin Yang remained calm and said, "Don't worry about it. If you really don't like it, then forget it."
This made Qin Baotian angry. "What are you talking about? The purpose of dating is to get married. Don't act like a bitch in front of their parents, or I won't let you go."
Qin Yang said impatiently, "I know."
Qin Hai smiled and said, "Dad, you don't need to worry. If Zhao Qian's parents didn't approve of your relationship, why would they have let Zhao Qian bring food? They would have locked her up at home and not let her out."
Qin Baotian sighed, "Third brother, you have to work harder, at least don't stay too far away from people."
Qin Yang has given up trying to argue with his father.
Qin Hai looked at the third brother sympathetically and decided to help him. "Look, you don't know again. The third brother takes a share of the store's profits. Isn't he busy every day just to make money? Don't worry about it."
"Third brother, shall we go out for a walk?" Qin Xiang stood up and washed his hands. There were not many people outside.
Qin Yang followed her out and asked, "Speak."
Qin Xiang said, "Third brother, you see, I'm going to be in the capital for four years, and I'm too busy here in the provincial capital. I'll transfer both stores to you. That way, I'll only have to take care of the one in the capital, and I don't have to worry about this one. Besides, I don't seem to have taken care of it in the past six months. It's always been Third Brother who's been in charge. In that case, it wouldn't be appropriate for me to take all the money."
Qin Yang shook his head. "That was built with your own capital. I can't take it. It's true I'm in charge, but I'm just running errands. You're the one who built the connections."
He paused and said, "Actually, I also want to tell you that I want to transfer the share of Xiang Ai's profits to you. I plan to try a different approach."
Qin Xiang was surprised, "What do you want to do?"
"I've recruited a few people to do the renovations. I've done it twice in the past six months, and it feels pretty good." Qin Yang said, "I don't want to be around a bunch of women every day. I hope you can understand me."
Qin Xiang was silent.
I really can’t bear to part with my third brother.
But she couldn't selfishly tie her third brother to her side. Now that the business was on the right track, her third brother had a new way out. She had no need to stop him. Moreover, as more and more commercial housing units were built, people's requirements for decoration were also higher. Decoration was indeed a good way to go.
Qin Xiang thought about it for a moment, then nodded and agreed, "Okay, then we'll settle the accounts after the New Year. If you need money, I still have some here, so don't be polite to me."
"I know." Qin Yang breathed a sigh of relief. He had actually been thinking about how to bring it up these past two days. He also knew that if he left this mess alone, Qin Xiang would definitely have to keep someone here to manage it. After all, it's better to have someone close to you to be more reassured.
After hesitating for a moment, Qin Yang said, "But don't worry, no matter who stays here, I will keep an eye on them."
Qin Yang's plan is to work in the provincial capital and its surrounding areas for the time being, and then make another decision after finishing his work here.
Qin Xiang nodded, "Okay."
It was late, and by the time the brother and sister returned, the dumplings were already in the pot. As the clock struck twelve, the crackling sound of firecrackers began to blare.
Qin Baotian lit firecrackers downstairs, and Qin Xiang brought a bowl of dumplings to Uncle Ge.
Uncle Ge didn't sleep either. He started pouring wine with the mixed shredded carrots and dumplings.
"When life is good, you should enjoy it to the fullest, and don't let the golden cup face the moon empty. Haha."
The old man was so happy drinking that he even started reciting poetry.
Qin Xiang smiled and said, "Mr. Ge, Happy New Year."
After twelve o'clock, it is the beginning of a new year.
Qin Xiang was about to leave when Uncle Ge called her over and handed her a red envelope. "This is what Huai Qing asked me to give you before he left. It's a New Year's red envelope."
Looking at the thick red envelope, Qin Xiang was stunned, but still reached out to take it, "Thank you."
Qin Xiang put the red envelope in his pocket and stroked the texture on it with his fingers. He was in a very happy mood.
She said in her heart: Meng Huaiqing, Happy New Year.
Meng Huaiqing didn't mention this when they talked on the phone in the evening. She didn't expect that he was waiting for her here.
Qin Xiang missed Meng Huaiqing a little.
I returned to the small building and ate dumplings with everyone else before going to bed.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year, every family is happily reunited.
Qin Xiang got up early in the morning and found it was snowing outside.
Mi Hongjun had already led the three children to build a snowman in the square. Besides them, there were many other children around. I don't know how energetic they were.
That’s not right. The children all went to bed early last night. The one who was energetic was Mi Hongjun. He looks young as expected.
Qin Xiang washed her face and brushed her teeth, then applied a thick layer of cream on her face. When she went out, she saw Qin Baotian had also gotten up.
Seeing her get up, he held out his hand, "Come here."
Qin Xiang went over and Qin Baotian took out a red envelope, "New Year's money."
Qin Xiang didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "You even gave me New Year's money."
"If they're not married, they're just children. Take them. Your fourth sister and third brother all have them."
Qin Baotian was quite happy when he thought of the expressions of the two children when they received the red envelopes.
Qin Xiang didn't refuse. She took the red envelope back and opened it. It wasn't much, just ten yuan.
But this is love from a father.
Qin Xiang took out the red envelope that Uncle Ge gave her last night, with gold-embossed words on it.
Qin Xiang thought of Meng Huaiqing and finally opened the red envelope. It was full of money, including Datong and US dollars, and the amount was quite large.
He is indeed very rich.
Qin Xiang accepted it.
When they went out, Mi Hongjun and the others also came back. Qin Baotian happily handed out red envelopes to each of them. The three children didn't know where they learned it, but they knelt down and kowtowed to Qin Baotian in a proper manner, "Grandpa, Grandpa, Happy New Year."
Qin Baotian picked up the two children and held one on each side. "Happy New Year."
"Come on, come on, it's time to give out red envelopes."
As the aunt and sister-in-law, Qin Xiang naturally prepared red envelopes, one for each person, even Mi Hongjun got one.
Now Mi Hongjun is just a money-grubber. He takes whatever money he gets and is so happy that his teeth are not visible.
But he loved his three children very much and gave each of them a thick red envelope.
It’s a pity that the child just passed the red envelope through his hands and it was soon confiscated by his parents.
Qin Xiang couldn't bear to see this, so he gave everyone a dime and said, "Take this and buy some candy."
A dime makes a child happy.
They have no idea of the size of money.
After a reunion on the first day of the New Year, Qin Hai's family of four took a bus back to the county on the second day.
Qin Xiang took some gifts and went to Zhao Qian's house. Unexpectedly, she ran into Jie Zong's family who also came to pay New Year's greetings.
Qin Xiang was speechless. Shouldn't she go back to her parents' home on the second day of the New Year? Why did Jie let them come over?
She and Jie Zong hadn't seen each other for a while, and because of what happened during the National Day, Qin Xiang also had a cold expression towards Wen Yanan.
Jie Zong took the initiative to say, "Qin Xiang, long time no see."
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