Chapter 685 Xu Lao's Disciple
"Has Mr. Xu tasted this wine?"
Zhang Xiao looked surprised and stared at the wine in his glass for a while.
"Yes, when I was running the girls' school, I encountered some difficulties. Fortunately, I received help from Mr. Xu, so I sent him some snacks and wine to express my gratitude."
Wan Qiqi walked to the table and pointed to the pastries on it, saying, "I have never been to the capital and do not know the preferences of the people there. I think that since it is something that Master Xu likes, you should be able to enjoy it as well."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiao immediately grabbed a pastry and put it in his mouth.
After taking a bite, he smiled and said, "Excellent! Excellent! The taste is superb, even the pastries in the capital can't compare!"
"You flatter me, sir!" Wan Qiqi bowed her head respectfully.
At the entrance.
Xie Xing went over and gave his subordinates a few instructions. When he returned, he heard Wan Qiqi mention Old Xu, and his face showed some displeasure.
He knew Wan Qiqi would use tricks, but he never expected that she would use Old Xu!
When officials from the capital were secretly dispatched to investigate the case, Xie Xing naturally inquired about their preferences beforehand to gain an advantage.
But they forgot that Wan Ziyan was Xu Lao's most prized disciple, and Wan Qiqi had also spoken with him.
If Wan Qiqi uses Xu Lao to win over Zhang Xiao, then I'm afraid I'll be the one in trouble next!
"Xiao Xie, why are you standing at the door? Come in and sit down!" Zhang Xiao waved to Xie Xing at the door.
"Seeing you having a good time chatting, I didn't want to disturb you." Xie Xing walked in with a smile, glancing at Wan Qiqi out of the corner of his eye.
It turns out that the other person was willing to say so much to me just to say a final goodbye.
After their conversation on the stairs ended, their friendship was over, and they ultimately stood on opposite sides.
Wan Qiqi did not look up at Xie Xing.
She knew that Xie Xing must be thinking about what he said at the stairwell.
In fact, the two had already gone down different paths a long time ago.
Different philosophies lead to different paths.
She wouldn't interfere with Xie Xing's choices, as long as his actions didn't endanger the people she cared about.
"When we eat, it's a group of people who should sit down, eat and chat. What's the point of me enjoying it all by myself?"
Zhang Xiao looked very happy and said to the waiter serving him, "Give your boss an extra stool."
According to the rules of Xinglong Restaurant, the number of chairs in a private room is equal to the number of people, and more chairs are added as guests arrive.
Wan Qiqi was a staff member of the restaurant, so she wasn't considered a customer. Therefore, there were only three stools next to the table.
"Mr. Wan, please have a seat. I'll stand and wait." Xie Xing's behavior was very gentlemanly.
Chen Yongnian noticed a change in the tone of his words.
Xie Xing used to call her "Qiqi".
Just now downstairs, Zhang Xiao was there, and he also called out "Qiqi".
But now he's become "Boss Wan"!
Chen Yongnian didn't know what had just happened between the two, but he sensed that Xie Xing's attitude towards him and his wife seemed to have changed.
He had hoped that once these things were over, there would be some turning point.
But now it seems they've truly gone their separate ways!
"Thank you so much, sir!" Wan Qiqi didn't stand on ceremony and sat down next to Zhang Xiao. "Sir Zhang, it's really a coincidence! When my girls' school was shut down, I never expected to meet such a wise and virtuous elder as Elder Xu..."
Wan Qiqi smiled as she told Zhang Xiao about her encounter with Old Xu.
Zhang Xiao listened and responded with a smile.
Xie Xing stood there for quite a while before the waiter brought over the stool, whether intentionally or not, it was unclear.
After Xie Xing sat down, it took a long time for the waiter to add more bowls and chopsticks.
He listened quietly to Wan Qiqi and Chen Yongnian's conversation, which made Zhang Xiao beam with joy.
This moment of desolation filled Xie Xing with resentment.
Mingming was more decisive in his actions than Ziming, and more suitable for that position.
Why did Wan Qiqi help Fang Ziming?
Feeling frustrated, Xie Xing drank several glasses of wine in a sullen mood.
Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Wan Qiqi glance at him, and suddenly he understood something.
Wan Qiqi did this on purpose, trying to make herself back down.
Xie Xing knew that Wan Qiqi wanted to protect Fang Ziming.
It was as if he knew a way to keep Fang Ziming from dying or being exiled, but only to strip him of his official position and restore him to his status as a commoner.
But he refused.
Either don't make a move, or send the other party to hell.
Fang Ziming was deeply loved by the people of Yunhe County, but he could not let the people see the wrong things he had done. Even if he was promoted, he would not be able to win the hearts of the people.
In time, when the imperial court sees this, it may reinstate Fang Ziming.
Whether it will be reactivated or not is not important to Xie Xing.
Because his goal was not just to become the magistrate of Yunhe County, but to reach higher and farther goals.
To put it bluntly, the position of county magistrate was merely a stepping stone for him to leapfrog.
However, if this stepping stone is not placed properly, he may fall into the mud.
Xie Xing didn't want to risk his future career!
"Xiao Xie, you're usually quite talkative, why are you so sullen today? Is it because you don't like the food and drinks?" Zhang Xiao asked.
I don't know if this person did it on purpose, but they would occasionally pull Xie Xing into a chat.
Xie Xing lowered his eyes and smiled faintly: "The food and wine at Xinglong Restaurant are naturally delicious, but I was just thinking that Boss Wan and Old Master Xu have only met a few times, yet they seem to have known each other for a long time!"
Xie Xing clearly wanted to distance himself from Wan Qiqi and Old Xu.
Zhang Xiao hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "Indeed, if you hadn't reminded me, I would have really thought that Boss Wan and Xu Lai were acquainted."
Wan Qiqi sneered inwardly, thinking, "No wonder Old Master Xu didn't accept you. You're wavering back and forth, trying to get benefits from both sides, aren't you?"
On the surface, she still smiled faintly, "Although we've only met a few times, I've heard a lot about the teacher from my brother."
"Teacher?" Xie Xing was somewhat surprised by Wan Qiqi's change of address, then laughed, "Although 'teacher' is a term of respect for sages and virtuous people, Boss Wan, the title 'teacher' cannot be used casually to address Elder Xu!"
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