Chapter 119 Ruan Liuzheng: Excuse me, are you Lawyer Shen?

Qi Chong's back stiffened, and he explained with a strong desire to survive, "No, the treatment of Hanfei Group is already much higher than that of other companies in the same industry, but..."

He paused, took a deep breath and said, "Mr. Xie, the main person in charge of Grace Company also has to attend this afternoon's meeting, and the time cannot be postponed at will."

Xie Qingcen frowned, and a trace of annoyance quickly flashed across his dark eyes.

He had forgotten about this matter.

Grace Company and Hanfei in Country M have always maintained close cooperation. The newly developed project has invested most of the resources of Hanfei and Grace Company.

During his last business trip, the boss of Grace took the initiative to extend an olive branch and personally led him to visit various departments of Grace Company.

So in order to show his importance, this meeting cannot be changed or absent at will.

Xie Qingcen closed his eyes, rubbing his brow, which was aching slightly. He sighed softly and said, "Then free up all your time for me, except for meeting time. Also, the staff in the CEO's office and the secretariat have been working hard lately."

"This month's bonus will be doubled. You'll go and report to the Finance Department later."

Seeing that Xie Qingcen hadn't been swept away by love, Qi Chong breathed a sigh of relief. Especially after hearing Xie Qingcen's last words, the last trace of bitterness on his face instantly vanished.

Instead, he was filled with unconcealed joy.

Nothing brings more joy than a promotion and a raise.

Qi Chong fought to suppress the upward curve of his lips, maintaining a serious expression. He nodded and said, "Okay, President Xie." "

But... Fu's just called, saying they want some invitations for the banquet the day after tomorrow."

Qi Chong changed the subject, thinking of the call he had just received. He felt that he should report to Xie Qingcen.

Although Xie Qingcen considered the Fu family, including Fu Yanci, dispensable, Ruan Liuzheng was likely involved in this matter.

Given Xie Qingcen's concern for Ruan Liuzheng, he felt it necessary to inform her.

It would be disastrous if he acted on his own and ruined Mr. Xie's plans.

Upon hearing this, Xie Qingcen's relaxed brows furrowed unconsciously. He raised his eyelids, his dark, dark eyes slightly indifferent. "The press conference Hanfei held privately?"

Qi Chong nodded. "Yes, the banquet you specifically called to discuss last night."

That private banquet had been a longtime tradition at Hanfei, a way to maintain good relations with certain partners.

As long as the appearance was sufficient, Xie Qingcen didn't need to attend.

Xie Qingcen had done so in the past, but this year he suddenly changed his mind.

For unknown reasons, he called Qi Chong last night to specifically inform him to block out the entire day the day after tomorrow.

Xie Qingcen was going to attend the banquet.

When Qi Chong heard it, he was shocked for a long time, and even now he still couldn't believe it.

After all, Xie Qingcen hated those boring banquets the most.

Instead of attending those banquets and chatting with those insignificant people, it would be more meaningful to inspect the construction site or strive for more projects for Hanfei.

But he didn't expect...

a hint of obscure helplessness flashed across Qi Chong's eyes, but it was fleeting.

He stood quietly in place, waiting for Xie Qingcen's instructions, his slightly shrewd face unusually calm.

An elite style.

...

Xie Qingcen pondered for a few seconds, he raised his eyes nonchalantly, his pupils dark and shimmering with a little cold light, like a cheetah locking onto its prey.

Revealing an inexplicable sense of danger and oppression.

He smiled softly. "Then give it to her. It's time for him to clearly understand his position. He won't be pestering people he shouldn't be pestering and getting in the way!"

Qi Chong's pupils shrank, and he looked up, a look of slight surprise. "Mr. Xie, you want..."

"Why? I'm already with her. Is it so hard for people to accept just a status?"

Xie Qingcen narrowed his eyes. He looked at Qi Chong, who was hesitating and looking embarrassed, and his clear voice was slightly chilled.

The aura around him gradually turned cold, and the temperature of the entire office unconsciously dropped a little.

Qi Chong's breath hitched, and he felt a slight dampness on his back, as if he was happily sweating.

It wasn't that he thought there was anything wrong, but Xie Qingcen's actions were a bit too hasty.

Even Mr. Xie, who was far away abroad, and the old lady of the old house didn't know about Ruan Liuzheng's existence, and Xie Qingcen was so eager to introduce Ruan Liuzheng's identity to everyone in the circle.

Isn't it a little... scary?

What if Mr. Xie and the old lady don't agree to let Ruan Liuzheng marry in the end? Wouldn't Xie Qingcen's current behavior ruin Ruan Liuzheng's reputation?

Qi Chong pursed his lips, his tone a little worried, "But shouldn't we inform Mr. Xie who is abroad or the old lady who lives in the old house in advance?"

Xie Qingcen's eyes fixed, he glanced at Qi Chong coldly, his clear eyebrows flickering slightly. But he didn't say anything.

He understood Qi Chong and knew Qi Chong's worries.

But Ruan Liuzheng was the woman he had chosen. If he couldn't even do such a small thing and couldn't give her a sense of security,

then how could there be a future between him and Ruan Liuzheng.

Besides, from the moment he decided to pursue Ruan Liuzheng, he never thought of hiding anything from anyone.

He, Xie Qingcen, didn't need to hide his woman. Falling in love was falling in love, there was nothing to hide.

Those people would know sooner or later, so it would be better to know in a way that would make him happy.

This way, it would also give Ruan Liuzheng some sense of security.

Xie Qingcen gently lifted his eyelids, his handsome, fair face as calm and confident as ever. He spoke coldly, his tone flat and even.

"No one can interfere with my affairs; likewise, no one can influence my decisions."

Xie Qingcen chuckled faintly, his clear voice growing even colder. "Qi Chong, don't forget who your boss is now? Just remember this, that's all. I'll take care of the rest."

Qi Chong was slightly startled, pursed his lips, and finally nodded, "Yes."

...

At two o'clock in the afternoon, Ruan Liuzheng arrived on time.

She wore a warm wool coat and blue wide-leg jeans. Her long, slightly curly hair fell casually over her shoulders, giving her a gentle and elegant look.

Since she didn't have to work, Ruan Liuzheng didn't wear makeup today, but to show the importance of this matter, she applied a light coat of lipstick before leaving the house,

enhancing her complexion.

She was carrying a light purple handbag, and her cold eyes looked around the cafe, finally locking onto a man in the northwest corner.

The man wore a dark gray suit and had short hair parted in the middle. Though the black strands were occasionally streaked with silver, they didn't diminish his refined, sharp demeanor.

Of course, what ultimately confirmed Ruan Liuzheng's identity was the pair of silver-rimmed glasses perched on his nose.

They had a retro feel, a characteristic that best matched the picture Xie Qingcen had sent him.

His aura, combined with his demeanor, was identical to the lawyer she'd met as a child.

Ruan Liuzheng recognized him almost instantly.

But she didn't approach immediately; instead, she paused.

She tightened her grip on her handbag. The truth was about to be revealed, and her years of perseverance were about to bear fruit.

Yet, a wave of homesickness washed over her .

Ruan Liuzheng took a deep breath, finally mustering her courage. With a firm, purposeful stride, she walked towards the dining table in the northwest corner.

She stopped at the table and nodded politely to the man opposite. Her cold voice was slightly apologetic as she said, "Excuse me, are you Lawyer Shen?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Liang's gaze slowly moved upwards. The moment he saw Ruan Liuzheng's face clearly, his pupils shrank instantly and he stared at Ruan Liuzheng straight in the eye.

He stood up uncontrollably, his gentle voice choked with a hint of hoarseness, "Miss Lichu, I finally see you again."

Ruan Liuzheng's palms tightened.

Just by the reaction of the person in front of her, she knew that she had found the right person.

She silently clenched the handbag in her hand, slowed her breathing, and explained, "I am Ruan Lichu's daughter, Ruan Liuzheng."

"Uncle Shen, you should know me."

Shen Liang came back to his senses, and he pulled his lips slightly bitterly, a hint of hidden regret in his eyes.

He sat back down, then raised his hand and pointed to the seat across from him, motioning for Ruan Liuzheng. "Yes, so many years have passed. Miss Lichu can't possibly be the same person she once was." " Please

sit down, young lady."

Shen Liang spoke softly, addressing Ruan Liuzheng as always, as if nothing had happened to the Ruan family.

He was respectful and polite.

But his eyes never left Ruan Liuzheng, as if he was looking through her for something in remembrance.

Ruan Liuzheng didn't mind, because she knew that Shen Liang, like Wen Jiming, was a good friend of her mother's. Her

mother's passing was so sudden that many people, herself included, hadn't yet come to terms with it.

But reality, like a bloody slap in the face, forced her to admit it.

Her mother, such a gentle and strong woman, had passed away without warning just when she had been admitted to university, just when they were about to finally enjoy the fruits of their hard work.

Ruan Liuzheng closed her eyes, suppressing the sadness welling up in her heart and the tears threatening to overflow.

Seeing that Ruan Liuzheng hadn't spoken a word, Shen Liang, who was opposite, seemed to have noticed something.

He looked away with a hint of nostalgia, and his eyes were slightly apologetic. "Sorry, young lady. I'm rude." He lowered his eyes, and there was an indistinguishable emotion in his eyes, but his posture was polite and tactful.

If she hadn't seen him rubbing his fingers constantly, Ruan Liuzheng would really have thought that Shen Liang was as calm as he looked.

Ruan Liuzheng smiled and shook her head and said, "It's okay, I can understand."

"But Uncle Shen, you should know why I came today, right?"

She changed her tone, and looked at Shen Liang with cold eyes, her eyes serious and earnest.

The corners of her pale pink lips were tightly pursed into a straight line because of nervousness.