Chapter 526 - 335 Thinks of plotting something evil, not necessarily a man (2 updates)

Chapter 526: 335 Thinks of plotting something evil, not necessarily a man (2 updates)

Zhou Zhongqing told Tang Wan he would introduce her to a doctor and, that very afternoon, he took her to the hospital to see the gynecologist. It wasn’t appropriate for Jiang Jinsang to follow, so he took the opportunity to answer a call from Qi Zeyan, who informed him that the house was ready and asked if he wanted to take a look.

Jiang Jinsang had asked Qi Zeyan to help find a so-called "marriage house," and had booked the house half a month ago, but it was only now being handed over.

"Xiaowu, this is really a rough house, are you sure you want to decorate everything yourself?" Qi Zeyan walked through the room with him, noting that the walls had only basic finishing and there was a strong smell of cement.

"Yes." Jiang Jinsang surveyed the house, which had three bedrooms and two living areas, all bedrooms facing north to south and receiving excellent natural light.

Qi Zeyan extended his hand and took a file from Ruan Mengxi, who was on one side, and handed it to him, "There are details of a few decorating companies in here, you should find it useful."

"Thanks."

Today, when Jiang Jinsang came to see the house, he had specifically asked Qi Zeyan to bring Ruan Mengxi, as she was a good friend of Tang Wan, and also to consult her on any specific preferences Tang Wan might have, so he could pay attention during the decoration.

"If you think there’s no issue, we can complete the procedures today." Qi Zeyan had been quite busy helping him with this, recently always on the lookout for houses.

His grandfather also mysteriously asked him one evening, "Zeyan, do you have some situation going on recently?"

"If you have someone in your life, just tell me early, don’t hide it."

Qi Zeyan looked confused, "Other than heading to work and going home, you know my whereabouts, don’t you?"

"You’ve been house-hunting recently, with high requirements for security and seclusion."

"What about it?"

"Are you planning to hide a mistress?"

Qi Zeyan was baffled. His grandfather’s imagination was indeed too wild.

...

On their side, processing the paperwork and handing over the money was actually quick; it was just the waiting that was tedious. Jiang Jinsang sat on the sofa, casually flipping through the information Qi Zeyan had organized for him.

Qi Zeyan, lounging with his legs crossed, caught sight of a faint bite mark peeping from the collar of his shirt and teased, "Is your sister-in-law a cat?"

"Hmm?" Jiang Jinsang’s fingers paused on the documents as he thought about the night before.

Tang Wan was on her period and the two couldn’t possibly have done anything too outrageous. They had just had a bit too much to drink and, like a young brat, all his bad elements seemed to be activated, not to mention his lack of composure as he flirted with her.

Irritated, she had bitten him a few times.

Jiang Jinsang just smiled, "Indeed, she is like a cat."

Normally she appeared gentle and soft, fine when you pet her, but when pushed, she could bite.

Qi Zeyan clicked his tongue:

Was he being fed dog food?

But he couldn’t really imagine Tang Wan biting him. Recalling his past interest in her, she had always been polite and distanced toward him. It seemed she only showed another side of her to those she was close to and liked.

Ruan Mengxi had been observing Qi Zeyan, noticing his suddenly dazed expression and slightly furrowed brow. Surely he hadn’t forgotten Tang Wan.

Qi Zeyan suddenly felt sentimental, "Ever since you’ve been with your sister-in-law, you have changed quite a bit."

"Really?" Everyone around Jiang Jinsang could feel that he had changed a lot, "In what way?"

Qi Zeyan pondered for a moment:

"You finally seem human."

Jiang Jinsang shot a cold glance at him, and the other immediately took off running...

He shook his head helplessly and was about to continue looking at the information when he glimpsed Ruan Mengxi, "Do you think Wanwan would like a western style? Or is minimalism better?"

"Simple and elegant," Ruan Mengxi smiled.

"Do you still like Zeyan?"

Jiang Jinsang suddenly asked. Ruan Mengxi froze for a few seconds before nodding earnestly.

"Don’t you mind that he liked Wanwan?"

"I mind!" Ruan Mengxi said frankly, "But I still like him."

Tang Wan also knew Qi Zeyan had once fancied her. Now, when they met, it was always straightforward without any restraint. If neither of them felt anything, why should she care?

"When I was in school, I only had Wanwan as a friend. She has a nice personality and is pretty; in school, she was particularly popular with the boys. Many had feelings for her but were too scared to approach her, so they always went through me. It’s normal for our boss to have been moved by her."

Tang Wan’s demeanor—gentle and innocent—was very appealing.

Men, mostly, do like those who appear innocent but have a fierce spirit deep inside, and Tang Wan was exactly that type.

"Yeah." Jiang Jinsang nodded. Ruan Mengxi was someone who was particularly open-minded about everything. If she said she didn’t mind at all, it would have seemed a bit false. Her candid admission showed a good mindset, "By the way, you said Wanwan was quite liked in school?"

"Did I?" Ruan Mengxi coughed twice.

"You said you were the one who connected her with the guys. How many did you introduce to her?"

His tone was light, but it carried an inexplicable intimidation.

"I didn’t introduce her to any..." Ruan Mengxi hurriedly explained, "Wanwan never really dated."

"Did she like anyone while in school?"

"No, she was too focused on studying at that time. Even when people pursued her, she wouldn’t even look their way. Later she went to learn a trade and started late. The times I saw her were rare, let alone other guys. There was no time for dating." Ruan Mengxi gave a rueful smile. "Uncle Tang was quite strict with her."

"I was just asking, don’t be nervous," Jiang Jinsang said with a smile.

How could Ruan Mengxi not be nervous? His tone made it sound as if she used to specifically matchmake for Tang Wan. She was no matchmaker! Why would she be involved in such a "scheme"!

After finishing the procedures, Ruan Mengxi drove, tasked with taking Qi Zeyan home. He sat in the back seat, tilted his head to look out the window, and lazily tugged at his tie.

Jiang Jinsang was too fastidious; finally, having sent him away brought a sense of relief, but the thought of facing his father’s relentless matchmaking back home instantly brought on a headache, his expression weary.

Through the rearview mirror, Ruan Mengxi observed him. Qi Zeyan, outwardly, was always meticulous—his suit, his parted slick hair, even his shoes sparkled clean, always so spirited, rarely ever looking this way.

Since getting in the car, Qi Zeyan had been silent, and this sent Ruan Mengxi’s mood fluctuating.

"Boss..."

"Hmm?" Qi Zeyan was thinking about how to deal with his father once he got home.

"Are you not over it yet?"

"What?" Qi Zeyan frowned, not understanding the meaning behind her words at first.

"Still immersed in past feelings, feeling sad and hurt."

"..."

"I know, you transferred me by your side to get close to Wanwan, but she and Xiaowu are already married. Don’t blame me for speaking out of turn, but you should move on."

Qi Zeyan took a breath, visibly more irritated as he tugged at his tie again. He indeed had harbored such thoughts long ago, but that was ages ago. He now regretted transferring Ruan Mengxi, always stirring these feelings in him; this wasn’t the first time.

His attraction to Tang Wan had been fleeting; his heart beating wildly, he merely skipped a beat, and before he knew it, Jiang Jinsang had promptly ended it.

He had been miserable for a while, but it wasn’t a pain etched in his bones. Now, he purely saw her as a sister-in-law, yet Ruan Mengxi still seemed to think he was drowning in heartbreak, unable to extricate himself. Why was that?

"Boss, there are many great girls out there."

"How come I don’t see any?" Qi Zeyan pressed his lips together.

Ruan Mengxi frowned:

Was this man blind? Me! Can’t he see?

"You’re always thinking about Wanwan, unable to see the forest for the trees."

"That sounds wise of you. How many boyfriends have you had?" Qi Zeyan usually didn’t ask his employees such personal questions, but her tone sounded so experienced that he couldn’t help but ask.

"None."

"None?" He clearly didn’t believe her. "You’re not bad-looking, and your family’s well off, how come no one’s pursued you?"

"I used to be quite overweight."

"Girls being a bit chubby is also good; too skinny isn’t great either."

"So what type do you like?"

After she said this, Ruan Mengxi immediately regretted it. Qi Zeyan glanced at her, "Forget going home, let’s go to No. 9 Mansion."

"You’re going to drink alone?"

It was a well-known bar in Beijing, retro and understated on the outside, but popular for its privacy.

"Not when I have you, right?"

Ruan Mengxi’s heart suddenly started to pound.

Qi Zeyan really didn’t want to go home, thinking about how the Jiang brothers, one was getting a marriage certificate and the other was organizing a wedding—such sweet love, who wouldn’t want that? Previously, after work, he could joke around with them, but now he could only hang out with Jiang Chengsi, and being too close invited baseless rumors.

He might as well amuse himself alone.

Since he had his assistant with him, if he drank too much, someone would drive him home.

And Ruan Mengxi thought:

Could it be he hasn’t gotten over his heartbreak and plans to drown his sorrows in alcohol? Could this be an opportunity for her to make a move?

After arriving at the bar, Ruan Mengxi received a call from Tang Wan about some work issues.

"Where are you? It’s a bit noisy around you."

"At the bar."

"Just you?"

"And our boss."

"So is it a business outing?"

"No, just the two of us. He’s feeling down, might be looking to drown his sorrows. Gotta go, I need to keep an eye on him."

...

Tang Wan hung up, still puzzled. Drowning his sorrows? What troubles could Qi Zeyan possibly have?

"What’s up?" Jiang Jinsang was looking at a bunch of medicines she had brought from the hospital, all for improving health, some already brewed and packaged.

"Xixi mentioned Qi Zeyan went to the bar to drown his sorrows, just the two of them. Hope nothing happens." Tang Wan had had a bad experience at a bar once and felt it wasn’t a good place.

"What could possibly happen?" Jiang Jinsang chuckled.

"Alone with a woman, and too much alcohol, that..."

"Don’t worry; although Zeyan gets a bit disorderly after drinking, he wouldn’t misbehave with women."

"I’m worried about what Xixi might do to him."

Tang Wan was all too aware of her friend’s audacity; taking advantage of Qi Zeyan while he was drunk was totally within the realm of possibility for her...

"..."