Yu Xinhai stayed behind under the pretext of being a certifier.
After work, Qi Sheng received a call and began sitting at his desk waiting. Yu Xinhai wanted to confirm for himself that the Bentley was related to Qi Sheng, so he found an excuse to remain in the office as well.
Half an hour passed, and Qi Sheng still leisurely scrolled through his phone. Yu Xinhai became a bit anxious, instinctively searching for inconsistencies in his thoughts. If the car belonged to Qi Sheng, it wouldn’t make sense for him to not come for him after half an hour. Perhaps it was his friend’s? But why would a friend who could afford a Bentley send a mere certifier to work in the morning?
Just as Yu Xinhai was drowning in self-doubt, Qi Sheng stood up.
He put on his jacket, grabbed his phone, and headed outside. Yu Xinhai quickly pretended to have finished his work and followed him, saying, “Hey, I wonder if there’s any overtime pay for working an extra half hour.”
Qi Sheng ignored him. If he wanted to know about overtime pay, he could just ask the boss directly.
Qi Sheng quickened his pace, and Yu Xinhai struggled to keep up, almost needing to run. Fortunately, he followed closely to the jeweler’s store, where a bright red Bentley was parked grandly at the entrance.
Yu Xinhai’s eyes lit up as he followed Qi Sheng, saying, “Qi Sheng, is this your car?”
Qi Sheng opened the car door and glanced back at Yu Xinhai with a cold look in his eyes, saying, “What if it is? What if it isn’t? I think this matter has nothing to do with you.” After that, without waiting for Yu Xinhai’s reaction, he got in and closed the door.
Yu Xinhai stood outside, drooling over the car, wanting to touch it but not daring to. If it got scratched, he couldn’t afford to pay for the damages. He took the opportunity to look at it a bit longer, thinking it would give him bragging rights later.
“Who was that?” Shuai Chang asked.
Qi Sheng glared at him with wide eyes, “Isn’t it because of this car that I’m in this situation?”
Shuai Chang smiled knowingly, “Oh, someone trying to curry favor with you.”
He patted Qi Sheng’s hand gently and said, “Alright, don’t be angry. There’s a gala tonight, and you need a partner. Do you want to go?”
Without a second thought, Qi Sheng replied, “I’m not going.”
“Really not going?” Shuai Chang leaned closer, his nose almost touching Qi Sheng’s face. The smell of alcohol was overwhelming, and Qi Sheng involuntarily inhaled a couple of times, feeling a bit dizzy.
He pushed Shuai Chang’s face away, “Don’t get so close.” He wrinkled his nose, “You’ve drunk too much.” The smell was almost intoxicating him.
Shuai Chang stepped back, looking hurt, “Everyone else going to the gala has a partner. If you don’t go with me, I’ll be all alone…”
Qi Sheng covered his mouth, “Don’t talk, you reek of alcohol. Let me think about it; I’ll head home first.”
Shuai Chang stopped bothering him and said to Wang Shen, “Assistant Wang, let’s head back to the Kairun villa first.”
Upon hearing this, Qi Sheng finally noticed that the driver was a young man with decent manners. The man’s intuition alerted him; Assistant Wang’s gaze toward Lu Mingshen was rather peculiar. “You still exploit your employees after work hours,” Qi Sheng said. “Assistant Wang, you should go home. I’ll drive.” Saying that, he opened the car door and got out.
Wang Shen exchanged a questioning glance with Shuai Chang, who smiled indulgently, “That’s just how he is; I can’t help it. Assistant Wang, you go home and rest early.”
Wang Shen nodded, “Alright, President Lu.” He stepped out of the car and watched as Qi Sheng drove away.
Even when pursuing him, Lu Mingshen had never been this gentle. The affection in Lu Mingshen’s eyes was undeniable.
Wang Shen, give up; there won’t be any chances. He warned himself.
On the other side, Qi Sheng couldn’t help but feel sour, “Don’t you guys look at faces when hiring? Assistant Wang is quite good-looking; is he your type?”
In the face of a dangerous question, Shuai Chang quickly replied, “I only like you.”
Qi Sheng was taken aback by his sudden confession, his face turning red, “Flattery.”
“I only use flattery on you,” Shuai Chang continued, “How about you join me at the gala tonight?”
“I think Assistant Wang is pretty good; I don’t understand your work anyway.” Still feeling a bit sour.
“The gala host specifically said to bring a partner, and Assistant Wang is just my subordinate. You’re my only partner, Xiao Sheng; come with me.”
If he went to the gala with Lu Mingshen, he wouldn’t be able to get off that ship. Qi Sheng fell silent for a while.
“Xiao Sheng?”
Qi Sheng pursed his lips, showing a hint of a smile, “Considering your good behavior these past few days…”
Spirit group: “Ding! Qi Sheng’s heart rate index: five stars!”
Spirit group: “Congratulations, you’re halfway there, handsome~”
At eight in the evening, Shuai Chang and Qi Sheng arrived at Li Palace in matching couple suits for the gala.
“Uncle Li, you go back first. We’ll be here for about two hours. I’ll call you before we leave to pick us up,” Shuai Chang said to Uncle Li before getting out of the car.
“Alright, Xiao Sheng, keep an eye on Ming Shen and don’t let him drink too much,” Uncle Li couldn’t help but remind him. “He just recovered from a fever and a concussion, so don’t let him drink too much; he needs to take care of his health.”
Qi Sheng nodded, “Uncle Li, don’t worry. I’ll keep an eye on Ming Shen and won’t let him drink alcohol.”
Once Uncle Li left, Qi Sheng looked at Shuai Chang, “A fever and a concussion?”
Shuai Chang wrapped his arms around Qi Sheng’s waist, “I used to be a jerk; it’s all my fault.”
If this had been two weeks ago, Qi Sheng would have definitely agreed and might have said something even harsher. Now, however, he felt a bit heartbroken, “There are no aftereffects from the concussion, right? I used all my strength back then.” Just thinking about it was painful.
Shuai Chang soothingly patted Qi Sheng on the side, “I have a hard head; it was just a mild concussion. There won’t be any aftereffects. Don’t blame yourself.”
Qi Sheng looked straight ahead, “I won’t blame myself;” he walked a couple of steps and continued, “I’m just a bit sad for you.”
It was only when Qi Sheng said this that he felt embarrassed. He stole a glance at Lu Mingshen and found his face a bit flushed, and his ears were almost deep purple, more excited and shy than himself.
The atmosphere was just right. Shuai Chang was about to express some sweet words to strengthen their bond when the two of them stood out too much. As soon as they entered the gala hall, they were immediately surrounded. Thankfully, it was President Li from the Peace Property who came to their rescue, allowing Shuai Chang and Qi Sheng to escape.
Li Chen: “President Lu is a young talent with outstanding achievements; he’s a well-known figure in the youth circle of City C. All the other bosses are quite excited to see you.”
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