Today is Monday, a workday, and Bai’s Group is as busy as ever, no different from usual. However, the topic of everyone’s conversation is not work-related issues, but rather trying to figure out who the man Bai Zhiqing referred to as "the ugly duckling" could be—who is this lucky man that caught Mu Qingxue’s fancy, so deeply that even after all these years, she remains enamored, even using a song to confess her feelings.
But what differs is that while the women are discussing what charms this man could possibly have to make a proud beauty like Mu Qingxue fall for him—what are his virtues, how handsome he must be, whether he’s like the perfect male god from the idol dramas, the men, on the other hand, are huddled together, grinding their teeth, as if they would pounce and take a bite out of this man if he dares to show up at Bai’s Group.
The fact that their perfect goddess appears to have someone in her heart is surely the saddest day for all men.
When Bai Zhiqing arrives at the company, everyone immediately greets her respectfully with a "Mr. Bai."
Bai Zhiqing nods to those around her and heads for the elevator, going straight up to the top floor. However, upon entering the office, Lan Xin stops Bai Zhiqing, handing her a document as if to report on work.
About fifteen minutes after Bai Zhiqing enters Bai’s Group, Lu Tianxing arrives in a taxi, just like Bai Zhiqing, heading directly to the top floor.
Lan Xin, who had been focusing on her paperwork, looks up at the sound of the elevator opening and sees Lu Tianxing, immediately waving him over and saying, "Lu Tianxing, come here, I need to talk to you."
Lan Xin’s attire was no different from usual, wearing a gray-brown OL suit that showcased her exquisite figure beautifully, and the slightly open neckline allowed a clear view of the deep cleavage, perfectly presenting the gentle demeanor of a woman from the waterside towns of Jiangnan.
"Secretary Lan, what’s the matter so early in the morning, it’s not like our affair has been exposed, right?" Lu Tianxing walks up to Lan Xin and asks.
"Lu Tianxing, can you shut your crow’s mouth?"
Lan Xin looks at Lu Tianxing irritably, "I just wanted to ask if you went to Mu Qingxue’s concert yesterday, and if you know who the man she’s talking about is."
"Why are you asking this, what does it matter to you whether Mu Qingxue has a man or not."
Lu Tianxing gives Lan Xin a dumbfounded look, his gaze lingering on her body as he says seriously, "Secretary Lan, tell me honestly, the reason you don’t have a boyfriend at your age—is it because you have issues, or do you actually prefer women, that’s why you’re concerned about whether Mu Qingxue has a boyfriend, do you want to pursue her?"
On hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Lan Xin’s face stiffens, her fingers tightening around the pen, fighting the urge to punch a few holes in him, she says, "I’m just a bit curious, that’s all, what kind of man can make Mu Qingxue unable to forget him for so many years."
Lu Tianxing rolls his eyes and says, "If there’s nothing else, I’m going to my office."
With that, Lu Tianxing turns and heads toward his office.
Seeing Lu Tianxing about to leave, Lan Xin quickly speaks up, "Wait a second."
"Secretary Lan, what’s it this time? If it’s about your mom wanting to invite me over for dinner again, let’s not talk about it." Lu Tianxing looks at Lan Xin seriously. He had just made a significant advance in his relationship with Bai Zhiqing and really didn’t want any more complications.
Hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Lan Xin’s expression darkens, and with a touch of grievance, she says, "Lu Tianxing, do you really dislike me that much?"
Hearing the somewhat resentful words from Lan Xin, Lu Tianxing let out a deep sigh in his heart. He wasn’t a heartless man, especially when it came to being tough on beautiful women.
"Secretary Lan, you’re overthinking it. I was just busy with something today. If I were tired of you and you blocked my way, do you think I would’ve spoken to you nicely? I probably would’ve slapped you to death by now and definitely wouldn’t have pretended to be your boyfriend to help you out."
Upon hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, a flicker of joy that even she herself didn’t recognize flashed across Lan Xin’s eyes.
Lu Tianxing nodded and said, "Of course, because we are friends."
"I got it, go ahead and get busy!"
Lan Xin’s mouth curved slightly upward, revealing a smile. She didn’t say anything more but simply waved to Lu Tianxing and then lowered her head to continue looking at the documents on the desk.
Watching Lan Xin’s sudden change in attitude with some speechlessness, Lu Tianxing shook his head and turned to walk toward the chairman’s office, thinking to himself that women truly were as unpredictable as trying to find a needle in the ocean—one moment they were all grievances, and the next they could be utterly indifferent.
When Lu Tianxing pushed open the door to the office and walked in, Bai Zhiqing was looking carefully through the documents Lan Xin had handed to her. Hearing the sound of the door opening, Bai Zhiqing looked up at Lu Tianxing and then lowered her head again without even the intention to greet him.
Lu Tianxing shrugged his shoulders, knowing that Bai Zhiqing was probably annoyed because of something that happened that morning. Wisely, he decided not to provoke her further; it was always best to avoid a woman who was in a fury, after all.
Taking his place at the assistant’s desk, Lu Tianxing carelessly prepared himself a cup of tea and then powered on the computer to log into QQ, where he saw Qiaoqiao’s little avatar shaking vigorously.
Clicking on it, a message popped up.
"Uncle, how have you been lately? Missed me? If you dare say you haven’t, I’ll bite you to death."
Looking at the message, Lu Tianxing smiled gently, recalling the quirky little girl he had met earlier. His fingers tapped on the keyboard: "I’ve been fine, sitting in the office every day, enjoying the air conditioning, sipping coffee, admiring the beauties, it’s been very leisurely. Whether I missed you or not, take a guess."
"Psh, like I’m some treasure you’d miss. You say your life’s been fine, playing it cool just shows you’re no different than a security guard that just sits enjoying the cool of the AC and occasionally opening the door."
Qiaoqiao’s message came back quickly, accompanied by a disdainful emoji.
"Hahaha, I didn’t expect my little wife to be so sharp. Yep, I’m just a small security guard earning three or four thousand a month. How can that compare to you, a little rich girl like Qiaoqiao? But my little wife, how about you send some money to your hubby for me to spend, as if you’re sponsoring me?"
"Uncle, who is your little wife? Stop talking nonsense, or believe it or not, I’ll bite you to death."
Qiaoqiao’s message came in, with an annoyed dog GIF attached.
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