Chapter 1110: Chapter 655: The Little Collaborator with Foreign Crooks, Drowning Sorrows in Booze
Ruan Mengxiâs old photos have been continuously fermented by the media, and within a day they have taken over the internet. Some say she successfully underwent plastic surgery and climbed the social ladder, achieving both love and career success; others say her weight loss is inspirational.
All sorts of snide remarks are never-ending.
When Qi Zeyan saw the photos, he was in a meeting at the company. Xiaozhu originally didnât want to disturb him, but the online chatter was overwhelming, so he had to stoop down, lean close to his ear, and whisper a few words.
He took out his phone and opened any news portal, and he could see news about Ruan Mengxi, which instantly made his face grow grim.
"Iâm stepping out for a moment, you all continue." He took his phone and walked out.
At this moment, some people in the meeting room also saw the news, and as soon as he left, everyone started discussing it.
"Ruan Assistant really looks different from before, huh."
"Her facial features are still there, she probably just lost weight."
"Actually, she was quite cute when she was chubbier, being too thin isnât necessarily better."
The people at Qi Company, having interacted with Ruan Mengxi, were inclined to defend her, but seeing Qi Zeyanâs sudden severe expression, they couldnât gauge his thoughts.
"Whatâs Little Qiâs meaning? Does he feel deceived and plans to break it off with Ruan Assistant?"
"Not sure, but his face really looked bad."
...
Qi Zeyan wasnât upset with Ruan Mengxi because of those online photos; he was angry about the irresponsible comments online and worried she might feel upset after seeing them.
If it werenât for him, Ruan Mengxiâs old photos wouldnât have been dug up and subjected to so much scrutiny.
He instructed Xiaozhu to find someone to remove the news and photos while calling Ruan Mengxi.
It took two tries before the call was answered.
"Helloâ" Ruan Mengxiâs voice was somewhat timid.
"Xixi..." Qi Zeyan was about to speak when he heard Ruan Daqiangâs roaring from the other side, "...Daring indeed, what kind of magic potion has Qi Zeyan fed you! You werenât like this before, look at yourself now..."
"I have something to do, Iâll contact you later."
"Xi..." Before he could even finish her name, the call was disconnected.
There were obvious sounds of argument from the other end, and Qi Zeyan couldnât sit still. He let the vice president preside over the meeting and drove quickly towards Ruan Mengxiâs apartment.
Qi Zeyan was frantic. Could it be that tonightâs events caused another conflict between her and her father?
Did Ruan Daqiang scold her?
How is she now? Is she very upset? Would she cry?
Qi Zeyan pinched his brow, his head aching terribly. He never thought his feelings for her would cause her so much trouble. When you like someone, you naturally want them to be happy, but what can he bring Ruan Mengxi...
...
When he arrived at the apartment, it was Ruan Mengxiâs mother who opened the door; the room was very quiet.
"Auntie."
"Why are you here?" Ruanâs mother frowned, "You should leave quickly, donât come by for now."
"I want to see Xixi."
"Youâll see her eventually, itâs not urgent right now. You should leave first, her dad is still angry, and if he sees you, his temper will flare up again. Leave now, listen to Auntie, there are quite a few reporters outside, be careful!"
"Is Xixi alright?" Qi Zeyan only wanted to know how Ruan Mengxi was doing.
"Sheâs fine, nothingâs wrong, go on now, be good."
Qi Zeyan knew Ruanâs mother always sided with her, and since she said so, he could only temporarily leave. However, he parked his car downstairs and waited inside, not going far.
Ruan Mengxi said she would contact him, and it wasnât until dusk that he received a message from her.
[Something happened at home, Iâll contact you later, donât reach out to me for now.]
Qi Zeyan took a deep breath, suddenly feeling a sense of powerlessness, [Are you okay?]
[Iâm fine, nothing much.]
[I want to see you.]
[Itâs probably not possible today, somethingâs up at home.]
...
Qi Zeyan immediately felt a sense of frustration, he and Ruan Mengxi werenât even officially together, yet he caused her so much trouble. If he were her family, they probably wouldnât like him either.
At this moment, his phone vibrated; it was Jiang Chengsi calling. He answered the call with a hello.
"Got time? Want to go for a drink? At my bar, the regular spot. Iâve been going crazy with this full-month banquet, you have to accompany me tonight, we havenât had drinks together in ages, letâs get drunk tonightâ"
Qi Zeyan originally didnât want to go, but since Ruan Mengxi said they couldnât meet today and he felt stuffy inside, he agreed.