Chapter 542: Chapter 542: Tang Xiaoli’s Lie
Tang Li never disclosed her return trip to the public. Even so, when she emerged from the arrivals gate, she was immediately caught by the entertainment reporters lying in wait at the airport.
For a time, Tang Li was surrounded by seven or eight people, rendering her unable to move an inch.
Other passengers noticed the commotion here.
Some recognized Tang Li, running over to take pictures and asking for autographs from behind her.
Feng Qi came to pick her up in person.
Tang Li was still “fully armed”, wearing a cap and a mask. After being surrounded by the reporters, she did not show signs of unease, and Feng Qi guarded her as they walked out.
Several entertainment reporters had waited in the airport for a day and a night, subsisting on cookies and bread, fearing they might miss Tang Li if they left. Now that they had finally caught Tang Li, how could they let go of this opportunity for an interview?
Immediately, one reporter pursued and asked loudly: “Tang Li, the internet has been buzzing these past few days that Tang Jinming, the former ambassador to the United Kingdom and current Deputy Foreign Minister, is your father. What do you think of this speculation by netizens?”
“Were your trip to London and his visit to the United Kingdom coincidentally at the same time? Is there any connection between the two?”
“Can you reveal anything about the person you’re dating?”
As time went on, more and more people surrounded them.
Feng Qi had no choice but to stop his steps, protecting Tang Li as he replied to the reporters: “Thank you everyone for your concern for Tang Li. She has just returned to the country and has not adjusted from jet lag yet. If you have any questions, we will find time to answer them later.”
The reporters were not satisfied with such perfunctory remarks.
“We have been at the airport since last night, dealing with all our needs here. If we don’t get some news, it will be hard to justify it when we return.”
“Yes, we are waiting here just to hear Tang Li say a few words.”
Several reporters spoke over each other, each holding a camera.
Tang Li had no intention of engaging in a standoff with them. Hearing them say this, she replied: “My family situation is very ordinary. The rumors on the internet are incorrect. That morning, it just so happened that St. Paul’s Cathedral opened early. There was no truth to the news saying that bodyguards followed me.”
Seeing that she wasn’t avoiding the topic, the reporters pressed: “Tang Li, would it be convenient to reveal the identity of your dating partner?”
“He’s not from the industry,” Tang Li stated honestly: “Privacy should be protected. I cannot let his life be disturbed because of me.”
“So, was he part of the entourage during his visit to the United Kingdom?”
Feng Qi interrupted the reporter: “We are in a hurry, we’ll talk next time when there’s a chance.”
The reporters persisted, continuing to follow and press: “Tang Li, answer us, the nation is highly interested in your romantic relationship!”
Upon reaching the airport entrance, Tang Li paused in her steps.
Before getting into the car, she turned to look at the reporters and finally relented: “No matter what industry he is involved in, it has never been the most important thing to me. As for coinciding with the President’s state visit to the United Kingdom, it’s purely coincidental. I hope everyone won’t be misled by baseless speculation on the internet.”
On the way to the IMG headquarters, Tang Li thought Feng Qi would ask about her romantic partner, but all he said was: “I met with President Yhan this morning. The company doesn’t discourage you from dating, but you can’t neglect your career because of it.”
Apart from the admonishment, Feng Qi didn’t ask further.
Tang Li stayed at IMG for two hours, sorting out work-related matters, ready to return to school.
Feng Qi informed her: “While you have been away from the country, your bodyguard took leave and went back to his hometown because his brother broke his leg. It’s estimated it will take a couple of days before he returns.”