Chapter 274 - 191 Wuye assists; stabbing, making his death thorough_2

Chapter 274: 191 Wuye assists; stabbing, making his death thorough_2

"That’s perfect, after we wrap up here, could you give Miss Ruan a ride home? You two are heading the same way."

"Sure, no problem," Qi Zeyan agreed without hesitation, considering it a simple favor.

The karaoke room wasn’t big, and Ruan Mengxi was selecting songs close to where Jiang Jinsang and the others were sitting, so she naturally overheard their conversation. Watching Jiang Jinsang’s expression at the moment, it felt...

As if she was looking at her saviors!

"Miss Ruan, then this evening, Zeyan will give you a ride. You okay with that?" Jiang Jinsang asked thoughtfully.

"Wouldn’t that be too much trouble for the boss?"

"I’m here to mooch off the fun; you don’t find me troublesome, so giving you a lift is no big deal," said Qi Zeyan casually.

"Then, Boss... I’ll drink to you. Here’s mine, you do as you please," said Ruan Mengxi politely, quickly consenting.

Qi Zeyan knew she could hold her liquor, but seeing her drink so boldly, and recalling previous events at the banquet, he couldn’t help but warn her, "Girls should try not to drink when they’re out."

"If they weren’t acquaintances, I wouldn’t drink either."

In these times, one cannot be too cautious. Although one should not suspect everyone of ill intent, being alone in the capital, she needed to have some self-protective awareness.

"I’ll pick some songs," announced Qi Zeyan who was very good at keeping work and play separate. Even with subordinates around, he did not avoid having fun; he just played his part. However, before picking songs, he asked Tang Wan, "Miss Tang, will you sing?"

"You go ahead."

Deep down, Ruan Mengxi knew that Tang Wan had no interest in Qi Zeyan. But what her boss was really thinking was hard to say. Surely he hadn’t been hung up on it all this time, had he? Or else tonight...

Should she stir up trouble, to help him let go once and for all?

Yet Tang Wan was leaning against Jiang Jinsang, whispering in his ear, "Why did you suddenly have him take Xixi home?"

"She likes Zeyan, doesn’t she?"

"...," Tang Wan looked astonished. Where on earth did he get that idea?

"I’m just doing a favor since it’s convenient. But Zeyan doesn’t like her type; what happens between them in the future is out of my hands." Jiang Jinsang was always measured in his actions. When it came to relationships, it was all about fate. Just because two people were good didn’t mean they were suited to be a couple; fate would have to take its course.

"How do you know?" They had been out for meals and chats; Ruan Mengxi hadn’t deliberately mentioned Qi Zeyan, so she should have concealed it well.

Jiang Jinsang just smiled and leaned in to whisper back to her.

To an outsider, their familiarity seemed intimate and flirtatious.

Qi Zeyan’s peripheral vision kept glancing at the two, wondering what they were up to. There were two other living beings in the room; couldn’t they show some decorum? He was tempted to throw them both out!

Meanwhile, Ruan Mengxi kept stealing glances at him, seeing the look in his eyes and suspecting he might still be fixated on Tang Wan. She heaved a helpless sigh...

**

Around eleven, the group finally dispersed, said their goodbyes, and went their separate ways.

Ruan Mengxi had a few drinks that night, her cheeks slightly flushed, and she obediently sat in the passenger seat of Qi Zeyan’s car.

"Buckle up," said Qi Zeyan with a raised eyebrow, his tone carrying a hint of disdain. What was a girl doing drinking so much outside?

"Okay," Ruan Mengxi dutifully fastened her seat belt, and the car started.

Initially, the two didn’t say much to each other until Qi Zeyan changed the car’s radio station to an emotional channel where the host was connecting a caller.

It was a man who had fallen in love with a woman, but she had a boyfriend. The host tried to offer advice, saying he understood the logic, but just couldn’t let go.

Qi Zeyan frowned and turned off the radio.

Ruan Mengxi raised an eyebrow; this man’s experience seemed somewhat similar to Qi Zeyan’s. Could it be that it struck a chord with him, which is why he didn’t wish to continue listening?

"Boss..."

"I’m off work, no need to call me boss."

"Then..." Ruan Mengxi wasn’t sure how to address him; she couldn’t possibly call him by his name directly like Jiang Jinsang did, hesitating, "Young Master Qi? Mr. Qi?"

Qi Zeyan furrowed his brow, "You might as well keep calling me boss."

Other titles coming from her mouth just sounded strange.

"Since it’s after hours and we’re not talking business, can I ask you a personal question?"

Qi Zeyan raised an eyebrow, "What is it?"

"Do you still like Wanwan?" Ruan Mengxi coughed, "I just think that the host spoke the truth, you can’t force feelings."

A knife went through Qi Zeyan’s heart, and the corner of his mouth twitched fiercely.

"Actually, this way, you’re also putting pressure on Wanwan, after all, you two will probably meet often in the future. If you always look at her with strange eyes, it’s really not very good."

Another knife, Qi Zeyan almost vomited blood.

"Moreover, Xiaowu is your friend. It’s not honorable to eye your brother’s wife."

"It’s better to let go of many things sooner rather than later."

...

A series of stabs, deep to the bone, Qi Zeyan’s face grew darker and darker.

"I know that honest advice is seldom pleasant to the ear, but as Wanwan’s friend and your subordinate, I don’t want it to be awkward when you meet each other in the future."

Qi Zeyan hit the brakes hard, pulling the car over to the curb. Ruan Mengxi, caught off guard and only restrained by the seatbelt, nearly smashed her face against the windshield.

"Ruan Mengxi, are you fucking stupid! I don’t like her!"

Ruan Mengxi’s heart shook violently, giving her the feeling of a heart attack.

"I know she’s Xiaowu’s girlfriend. Even if I were dying of thirst, I wouldn’t covet my brother’s girlfriend!"

"Do you see me as that kind of shameless beast in your eyes, as your boss?"

Ruan Mengxi paused, "Then why did you keep calling out to her in the private room and staring at her?"

With so many stabs given already, she might as well ask clearly. Besides, bolstered by the alcohol, she was a bit braver.

"What did I call out to her for?"

"You invited her to sing!"

"She’s essentially my little brother’s girlfriend. There’s no problem in me, as her elder brother, calling out to her, right? And those two shamelessly flaunted their love in front of me; am I not allowed to feel frustrated and suffocated? Right now, I’m looking at you, do I have feelings for you?"

"Really don’t like her? But last time when Wanwan came to the company, you personally sent someone to pick her up..."

"I’m close with Xiaowu, so looking out for her is normal. Don’t let your mind wander with absurd thoughts, and definitely don’t spout nonsense to Tang Wan; we have nothing to do with each other!"

"Oh— " Ruan Mengxi bit her lip, her heart blossoming with joy!

Good that you don’t like her.

Qi Zeyan remained silent, continuing to drive. Having drunk alcohol, Ruan Mengxi felt light and her heart seemed to flutter and lift as well...

Once they reached the bottom of her apartment building, Qi Zeyan raised his eyebrow, "You’re here."

"Thank you." This time Ruan Mengxi wasn’t as drunk as before. She unfastened her complete belt, grabbed her bag, and tentatively asked, "Do you want to come up for a bit?"

"It’s twelve o’clock!"

Why do you always invite men to your home? You’re shrewd at work, so why are you such a dimwit in personal matters!

"Then I’ll get going first, thank you for the ride." Ruan Mengxi got out of the car, watched him drive off, then swayed with her bag, clicked her high heels, and hummed a tune as she entered the building.

...

After getting home and taking a bath, she noticed a message from Tang Wan, which was basically just to tell her that she had gotten home too.

[By the way, I have to thank your brother Xiaowu for today. Without him, how would I have had a chance for an alone moment with him?] Ruan Mengxi sat cross-legged on the bed, texting her.

[He noticed that you like him.]

[How did he notice, did I not hide it well?]

[Four reasons: first, although you didn’t mention him today, whenever you unintentionally talked about him, she said your eyes would shine; second, as soon as you knew he was coming, you started acting very ladylike; third, before Qi Zeyan arrived, you went to the restroom to touch up your makeup three times; fourth, when you spoke to Qi Zeyan, you deliberately pinched your voice, flattering.]

Flattering? What a way to speak! Her voice was clearly gentle and soft!

Ruan Mengxi’s eyelids twitched fiercely twice. It was terrifying! No wonder on her first day of work, Assistant Xiaozhu told her:

"If you come across any of the Jiang Family lords, walk the other way!"