Xiao Zheng's speech was natural and relaxed, and he didn't feel that there was anything wrong with it at all. But when it was placed on this dining table and said to this group of playboys, it was thought-provoking and extremely impactful.
If it were an ordinary man, there was indeed no need to bring a woman out for a meal, a game of mahjong, or a drink, whether it was because of the mood or a man's pride.
But in the current situation, whether it was Chang Yishan or Yen Teng-kuei, they clearly only paid attention to Lin Huayin, and the importance of Lin Huayin far exceeded that of Xiao Zheng. But this time, after Xiao Zheng said it, it seemed that the eunuch was more anxious than the emperor was, and it was a little inappropriate.
As soon as Xiao Zheng said that, Chang Yishan and Yen Teng-kuei's faces changed slightly. Obviously, they were pushed back by Xiao Zheng's words, and they were quite embarrassed.
It was not strange. The men that Lin Huayin mentioned didn't say anything, but these two men, who were obviously outsiders, started to discuss as soon as they came to the table. Didn't it seem like they were nosy and had impure intentions?
Originally, they wanted to use Lin Huayin to humiliate Xiao Zheng, but they didn't expect that they would be pushed back by Xiao Zheng's bold and generous move. It could be said that in the face of absolute status, no matter how many plots and schemes there were, it was useless.
And this so-called absolute status naturally referred to the legal status that Xiao Zheng had by Lin Huayin's side.
Shang Yao's lips curled slightly, and she thought to herself, "These two guys are really boring. They clearly know the relationship between Xiao Zheng and Lin Huayin, but they still have to use this topic to make themselves feel bored. It seems that neither of them has given up, and they still want to continue to fight with Xiao Zheng."
As a woman, Shang Yao could completely understand what the two were thinking. It was just like whether it was her, who used to be mediocre and incompetent, or her current smart and magnanimous self, she was pursued by many playboys in Yan Jing and even the local areas. There was a bigotry of marrying anyone but you. What were they after? If he married Shang Yao, wouldn't he be able to receive Shang Jingtian's full support? Wouldn't he be able to save thirty years or even a lifetime of hard work?
Even she was so popular, let alone Lin Huayin, Yan Jing's number one daughter, who was already stunning and had the looks and temperament of a goddess.
It was often said that three women were like a drama. Now, three men were fighting openly and covertly for a woman's affections. Wasn't it an even more thrilling drama?
Shang Yao was filled with anticipation. Who knew what kind of dazzling sparks would emerge from the friction between these few outstanding figures of the younger generation. Who would be the final victor?
After a brief silence, Chang Yishan smiled and said gently, "Boss Xiao, you're wrong."
"Hmm?" Xiao Zheng put down his glass and looked up. "What can I do for you, Young Master Chang?"
"No man is afraid of women." Chang Yishan smiled. "Respecting women is often respecting oneself."
Pausing for a moment, he added one last sentence. "Therefore, except for situations that are not suitable for women, we should advance and retreat together in most situations."
Even Shang Yao was pleased by his words. She felt that this person's eloquence was astonishing; not only could he reverse the situation, he could also make a false accusation against Xiao Zheng, saying that he did not respect women. It was very sharp.
Hearing this, Xiao Zheng just smiled, took a sip of Maotai and said, "Mr. Chang, may I ask if you have a girlfriend now?"
"No." Chang Yishan made it clear.
"Have you ever had a girlfriend?" Xiao Zheng asked.
"No." Chang Yishan smiled and shook his head.
If Yen Teng-kuei were to ask this question, he wouldn't dare to be as honest as Chang Yishan. If he said no, his sister, Shang Yao, was sitting right next to him. It would be too embarrassing to be exposed. If he said yes, it would weaken his competitiveness, which was disadvantageous to him. Therefore, Yen Teng-kuei was feeling lucky that he didn't act rashly and counterattack.
"Since you've never been in a relationship, and you don't have a girlfriend. Then why does Young Master Chang think that it is respectful to advance and retreat together with a woman? "Xiao Zheng smiled. "Could it be that Young Master Chang is not only a genius in learning and business, but is also self-taught in the matters between men and women?"
Chang Yishan raised his eyebrows. He knew that he had fallen into Xiao Zheng's trap, but he wasn't in a hurry to explain. He only smiled and said, "That's just one person's opinion. Boss Xiao, please don't laugh at me."
Xiao Zheng stopped there and didn't give an example. He counterattacked by going shopping with a woman and getting her hair permed and nails done. He smiled and raised his glass. "Young Master Chang, I've been sitting here for half a day and I haven't even drunk a glass of wine. You're not treating your guest well."
Chang Yishan smiled and raised his glass. With an apologetic expression, he said calmly, "Here's to you."
Having said that, everyone raised their glasses and drained it in one gulp.
After Guo Zhendong drank a glass, he glared at Xiao Zheng fiercely. Before coming to the appointment, Chang Yishan had reminded him not to attack without reason, lest he fell into Xiao Zheng's trap and made a fool of himself. Now, it seemed that Chang Yishan's warning was right. Even under the joint attack of Chang Yishan and Yen Teng-kuei, this kid was still at ease and didn't seem to be at a disadvantage. If he were to volunteer, he wouldn't end up well either, and he would need Chang Yishan's help.
After two glasses, the dinner table seemed to be in a harmonious atmosphere, but how could Shang Yao not see that everyone had their own ulterior motives and were ready to explode? But tonight, she was just accompanying them, not the main character, and she didn't plan to get involved and make enemies for no reason.
As the host, Chang Yishan naturally had to control the atmosphere at the dinner. First, he couldn't let the atmosphere go cold, and second, he couldn't — it didn't matter. This dinner was insignificant to Shang Yao, so Chang Yishan could do whatever he wanted. Even if he offended everyone at the table, no one would be able to do anything to him. After all, he had Lin Chaotian's support. Who would dare to turn against him?
To put it bluntly, it wasn't Xiao Zheng who slapped Dong Bijun's face, but Lin Huayin. Only Yan Jin's number one daughter could be so unscrupulous. If Xiao Zheng were to make things difficult for him alone, would Lin Chaotian deal with it indifferently and do nothing?
Chang Yishan was the same.
"Boss Xiao." Chang Yishan put down his glass and smiled. "I heard that Xin Ao is in some trouble recently. Is it okay? "
Xiao Zheng's heart sank and thought to himself, 'This kid really can't hold it in anymore!'
With a smile, Xiao Zheng ate a pea and teased, "Looks like Mr. Chang is concerned about our Xin Ao?"
"Xin Ao is the most successful corporation in recent years. I've just returned to Beijing, so I'm not too familiar with the situation in the country. Naturally, I want to learn from them. "Chang Yishan avoided Xiao Zheng's insinuation. But it also marked the start of the second round of attacks after Lin Huayin's. Not only was Guo Zhendong gloating, even Yan Dengkui, who was sitting next to him, was restless, as if he was holding back some evil tricks.
Shang Yao felt a headache when she saw that. It seems that the fight between men at the dinner table is more exciting than the fight in the harem. As a woman, Shang Yao benefited a lot from this dinner, and it was better than pretending to be stupid for a year.
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