Shi Mengwan believed that even if she had met him, she wouldn't be able to get along. But with Mother Shi's attitude, she would just meet him. She would just treat it as reassuring her mother.
"Of course, it's just a meeting. It's not like I'm asking you to get married immediately. There's no such logic. "
Shi Mengwan's lips moved, but she didn't say anything else. She didn't want to say it anymore. Forget it, she would just treat it as an additional life experience.
Otherwise, she hadn't even gone on a blind date before. Thinking about it this way, she wasn't so resistant anymore.
..
Shi Mengwan didn't expect Mother Shi to be so anxious. She actually asked the man to come to her house the next day, which was the first day of the New Year, to see her.
Shi Mengwan was helpless and speechless. It was just that it was the New Year. If he really came, she was too embarrassed to push him out.
She thought about it and really didn't like such an atmosphere. She used the excuse of going to her former classmate's house for New Year's greetings to avoid it.
It was one thing to agree to the blind date, but she felt that it was too hasty to meet the blind date just like that. She wasn't prepared at all.
Shi Mengwan didn't have many classmates in the town. There were only two from junior high school. She went to the county town to study in high school. At that time, she had just returned home and felt uncomfortable staying at home. Later, she went to the county town to study in high school.
She hid at her classmate's house and found that the two former classmates were already married and had children. They were clearly about the same age as her.
One of the female classmates kept asking her when she was planning to get married.
News of her had spread throughout the entire town. Father Shi was very capable when he was young. Mother Shi was also a famous tailor in the area. The couple had built a three-and-a-half-story building in the town a long time ago. They were also one of the first to get rich.
The Shi family was so famous that many people heard about Shi Mengwan's quarrel with Grandma Shi that day.
Half of the people thought that Shi Mengwan was really amazing, while the other half thought that Shi Mengwan was dreaming. Which good man would agree to be your son-in-law? Would the child have to take your surname?
Shi Mengwan couldn't hear the discussions of those people, so she didn't know that she had become the female lead of the rumors.
When she heard her classmate ask her when she was going to get married, the first thing she thought of was Zhan Haoze. Then, she thought of the blind date that was coming today. She shook her head and didn't answer the other party's question, but she couldn't stay any longer.
She went to two more houses to pay their New Year's greetings. In the end, she kept asking similar questions. Shi Mengwan lost her patience and slowly headed home.
When he got home, the guests had already left. Mother Shi's eyes were a little complicated, but she didn't blame him much.
She probably knew that her daughter had a knot in her heart. When she came back, her daughter ran out every day, wholeheartedly wanting to find that Big Brother.
Putting aside the fact that she couldn't find him under such circumstances, even if she found him, Mother Shi wouldn't agree to Shi Mengwan being with that boy.
It was said that he didn't go to school and didn't have proper parents. No one knew what he was doing outside every day.
But after so many years, even if his daughter didn't mention it, she probably still remembered it in her heart.
"Wanwan." Mother Shi really wanted to persuade her. "I've seen the person who came today. He was a nice person. He was the third child in the family. This was a gift left behind by the other party. I knew you weren't home, so I didn't say anything. I only said that I could meet you again when I got to Lin City. "
"Oh."
Mother Shi took out her phone and sent a phone number to Shi Mengwan. "This is the other party's phone number. He said he would contact you when he returned to Lin City. Don't blame me for giving him his phone number. Also, he said that his Weibo signal is also this. He said that if you're willing, you can add his Weibo message first and chat first? "
"Mom." Shi Mengwan was a little impatient. When she met her mother's gaze, she forced herself to be patient and memorize the number.
"Okay, I got it."
"I think Xiao Qi is really not bad. Think about it."
Mother Shi gave a very serious suggestion. Shi Mengwan couldn't refuse her mother's kindness, so she copied down the other party's phone number.
Shi Mengwan didn't stay at home for long. After staying for three days, she returned to Lin City. Firstly, she still wanted to go back to the studio to finish the rest of the work. Secondly, she still wanted to see Xiang Caiping.
Xiang Caiping was still hospitalized during the New Year. The first thing she did when she returned to Lin City was to see Xiang Caiping.
She was in good spirits and didn't seem to be affected by the injury at all. She saw that Su Qingsang and Xiang Caiping had a very good relationship. She also took good care of her. She was really happy for Su Qingsang.
After having Xiang Caiping, Su Qingsang was finally no longer a child without a mother.
When she came out of the hospital, the weather was good. Shi Mengwan unexpectedly received a call from Xiao Qi.
Xiao Qi was the blind date man. Shi Mengwan held the phone. The other party's voice sounded very gentle.
"Miss Shi, our company hasn't started work yet. I heard that you've already come to Lin City. When do you think it's convenient for you to come out and meet him in the next two days?"
The other party went straight to the point and didn't beat around the bush. Shi Mengwan thought for a moment and agreed to the other party's request to meet.
The time was set for tonight. Xiao Qi knew how to set the mood and booked the dinner venue at a western restaurant that had just opened.
Shi Mengwan looked at the address. It was very close to where she lived. Mother Shi might have told Xiao Qi where she lived, but no matter what, if the other party had specially asked about it, it was considered thoughtful.
She didn't have any resistance at first, but now, it was a little less.
It was still early, so Shi Mengwan didn't go home to change her clothes. She went to the studio and made a plan for the new year. She also revised her previous draft.
After she was done, she realized that there were less than 15 minutes left to eat.
She rushed, but when she arrived at the restaurant, she realized that she was still late.
She took out her phone and was about to make a call when Xiao Qi sent her a location and a photo.
The location was the restaurant he was currently at, telling her that he had arrived. The photo was the restaurant's signboard. Below it were Xiao Qi's location, and there was also a selfie of him.
This was the first time Shi Mengwan had seen this man. He looked gentle and gentle, and he seemed to be a very good-natured person.
Shi Mengwan looked at the time. The other party had arrived a full 15 minutes earlier than her. She was a little embarrassed. She hurried into the restaurant and found a seat.
Xiao Qi was already sitting in his seat with his phone in his hand. The moment he saw Shi Mengwan coming over, he stood up. He sized up Shi Mengwan, and there was an obvious flash of surprise in his eyes.
"I was just wondering if the photo I sent was too ugly, so you were so scared that you didn't want to appear."
Shi Mengwan giggled. This Xiao Qi was a little interesting.
"How could that be? You should be thinking if it's because the photo you sent is too handsome that I feel ashamed of my inferiority, so I don't dare to appear. "
This time, it was Xiao Qi's turn to smile. He reached out his hand to Shi Mengwan. "Hello, I'm Xiao Qi."
"Hello, I'm Shi Mengwan."
Shi Mengwan smiled and reached out her hand to him. This man might not be so repulsive.
He walked out of his seat and pulled out a chair for Shi Mengwan. He returned to his seat and sat down, pouring Shi Mengwan a glass of lemonade on the table.
"Sorry, I haven't ordered anything yet. I don't know what you like to eat, so I could only wait for you to come."
"It's okay. I'm not picky. "
What Shi Mengwan said was true. After more than a year of wandering, she really ate everything. Other than a few foods that she didn't like, she really ate whatever she had.
Xiao Qi called the waiter over and asked Shi Mengwan for her opinion. He ordered two identical steaks for the two of them.
"Miss Shi, what drink do you want?" As he spoke, he smiled. "If you like to drink, you can also have a bottle. However, I saw that you drove here, so you should drink a drink."
"I'll just drink juice."
Shi Mengwan felt that this Xiao Qi was really a good person. He was very thoughtful.
After Xiao Qi finished ordering, he returned the menu to the waiter. After the waiter left, he smiled. "Alright, even if you want to drink today, I won't order it."
"Why?"
"I don't know how good your alcohol tolerance is. I'm afraid that you'll think that I deliberately forced you to drink. When the time comes, it'll be a little hard to explain. "
Shi Mengwan really smiled this time. "My alcohol tolerance really isn't good."
More importantly, it was really inappropriate for only the two of them to drink now.
Xiao Qi nodded and looked at Shi Mengwan. Suddenly, his expression turned serious. "I'm sorry. Did I scare you by coming here rashly?"
Shi Mengwan was a little embarrassed. Just as she was about to explain, Xiao Qi raised his hand. "I was too rash. At that time, my mother asked me to go take a look, so I didn't think too much about it. I didn't expect it to cause you trouble and cause you to return to Lin City so early. "
"It's none of your business." Shi Mengwan shook her head. "I came back for something."
"That's good." Xiao Qi looked at her and confirmed that she really wasn't angry. "I've already heard about your situation. I'll tell you about mine."
"I'm 29 years old this year. I'm currently working in a technology company. I'm currently the manager of the research and development department."
At this point, he paused for a moment. "Of course, this achievement is nothing compared to you setting up a studio at such a young age."
"There's no such thing." Shi Mengwan shook her head. "I'm just lucky."
She said this sincerely. Not long after she graduated, she set up her own studio. In addition to her own efforts, she also received help from her teacher and Su Qingsang.
However, Xiao Qi was already a manager at such a young age, so he relied entirely on himself.
"Are we going to praise each other?" Xiao Qi's teasing words made Shi Mengwan laugh, and she stopped arguing.
"I'm the third child in my family. My eldest brother and second brother are already married and have children. I'm the only one in my family who's still single. "
At this point, Xiao Qi picked up the cup in front of him and took a sip.
"My parents have always wanted me to get married, but I didn't have this idea before. On one hand, I still want to work hard in our company. On the other hand, I had a girlfriend before. Because it was a long-distance relationship, distance and time made it impossible for us to maintain it in the end, so I really didn't have this idea before. "
"I know that Miss Shi is a new woman, but I feel that for a blind date like us, if possible, it's better to explain everything clearly. That would be better, don't you think? "
"You're right." Shi Mengwan nodded. "You're still thinking about your ex-girlfriend, so –"
"No." Xiao Qi waved his hand. "That part of it is already in the past. I'm telling you that I'm serious. I want to start a new relationship. So, I'm dating you on the premise of getting married. As for the conditions your family proposed, I don't disagree. Both of my brothers have sons. My parents have already said that I just need to be happy on my own. "
Xiao Qi's voice was neither fast nor slow, and his tone was as calm as usual.
He was quite frank. He explained his situation clearly the moment he arrived. Seeing him like this, Shi Mengwan didn't know what to say.
"Miss Shi, do you not believe that I can do it?" Xiao Qi put down the cup in his hand. "Don't worry. Since I've agreed, I won't go back on my word."
"That's not what I meant."
Shi Mengwan bit her lip, and a trace of hesitation flashed across her face. "What I mean is that I basically understand your situation. But I might have to tell you about my situation. "
"Go ahead."
"I'm 26 years old this year, and I have my own studio." Shi Mengwan thought about what to say next. "Before I –"
"Eh? President Zhan? "
Xiao Qi exclaimed. His voice interrupted Shi Mengwan's words. The word "President Zhan" made Shi Mengwan's heart skip a beat. The moment Xiao Qi stood up, she turned around and looked behind her —
When she saw the person who came, Shi Mengwan's heart skipped a beat.
"President Zhan." Xiao Qi walked out from his seat and greeted Zhan Haoze. "What a coincidence. I didn't expect to meet you here."
"Yes. Manager Xiao is here too? It's indeed a coincidence. " Zhan Haoze's voice was indifferent. He glanced at Xiao Qi, and his gaze seemed to sweep across Shi Mengwan without a trace. "Eating with your girlfriend?"
"Not for the time being." Xiao Qi, who had been talking confidently just now, smiled shyly. "But I hope it will be in the future."
As he spoke, he glanced at Shi Mengwan. "Mengwan, this is our company's Zhan Haoze, President Zhan. President Zhan, this is my friend Shi Mengwan."
"Hello, Miss Shi."
Zhan Haoze looked at Shi Mengwan and reached out his hand to her. Shi Mengwan sat there, her heart beating very fast.
She had to use all of her self-control to prevent herself from revealing any clues. When she met Xiao Qi's gaze, she forced herself to stand up and reached out her hand to Zhan Haoze.
"Hello, President Zhan."
She felt Zhan Haoze's hand pinch her hand so hard that she felt a little pain.
Fortunately, he quickly let go. Shi Mengwan's hand hurt. She quietly placed her hand on her body, gently clenched her fist, and then relaxed.
Xiao Qi didn't notice her small movements, but Zhan Haoze did. His gaze swept over the two of them.
"Are you guys on a date?"
At this moment, no one could tell the emotions in his pitch-black eyes. His voice was also indifferent, but Shi Mengwan could hear a storm brewing in his voice.
"Yes." Xiao Qi admitted it openly and looked at Zhan Haoze. "Is President Zhan alone? Do you want to join us? "
This sudden invitation made Shi Mengwan widen her eyes and look at Xiao Qi. Was he crazy?
"No need. Your girlfriend will be unhappy. "
Zhan Haoze's voice was still indifferent. Xiao Qi suddenly remembered that he was on a blind date with Shi Mengwan. How could he let his boss sit down on a blind date?
"Then …"
"I have an appointment with a friend. I'll go see if he's here."
"Then please."
Zhan Haoze nodded slightly and glanced at Shi Mengwan. Finally, his gaze returned to Xiao Qi. "Put today's expenses on my account."
"No need, President Zhan. How can I accept it?"
"It doesn't matter." After Zhan Haoze said this, he turned around and left. He didn't look at Shi Mengwan again.
Shi Mengwan felt her legs go soft. After Zhan Haoze left, she sat down on the chair. Her face was a little pale.
"Mengwan?" Xiao Qi called her and smiled first. "I'm sorry, I called you by your name without your consent. It's mainly because I think it's weird to call you Miss Shi."
"It's okay." Shi Mengwan didn't take this matter to heart. "We're all young people. There's no need to be so particular."
"Then you can just call me by my name."
"Okay." Shi Mengwan answered casually and picked up the water on the table and drank it in one gulp. However, she felt that not only was the frustration in her heart not suppressed, but it was also getting more and more intense.
"I'm sorry, I just invited President Zhan to dinner like that. Please don't mind. I especially admire him. "
Xiao Qi's eyes lit up. Shi Mengwan had been entangled with Zhan Haoze until now. She had always known that his current achievements might not be low, but she really didn't know what he did.
"You said he's your boss? He looks quite young. "
"Yeah, our boss isn't even 30 this year. He's very powerful. When he was in university, he invested in a piece of software. That piece of software earned him his first bucket of gold. No, in fact, I heard that his first bucket of gold was earned through investing in funds. Later, he invested in our company's first software. At that time, no one wanted that software, but he had a good eye for heroes and bought it at a high price. His entrepreneurial story is a legend in Lin City. "
"Really?" Shi Mengwan poured herself a glass of water and drank it to hide her loss of composure. "I really can't tell."
"Yeah, not only does he invest in technology companies now, but he also invests in some new energy industries. But what's even more praiseworthy is probably his devotion. "
"Devotion?" Shi Mengwan didn't seem to understand. She looked at Xiao Qi. "What do you mean?"
"Have you heard of the Chen family? Although they aren't as powerful as the Li family and the Su family in Lin City, the Chen family isn't ordinary either. It's said that Miss Chen is indebted to President Zhan. That's why he's been guarding Miss Chen for so many years. If nothing unexpected happens, they'll be engaged this year. "
Xiao Qi looked in the direction where Zhan Haoze disappeared. "Do you know? President Zhan has a company under his name to work on, but his workplace is still in the Chen Corporation. Doesn't this mean that he values friendship? "
Shi Mengwan couldn't tell what she was feeling. She bit her lip and clenched her fists under the table to prevent herself from revealing any emotions.
"He's really a loyal person."
Her voice was very soft, and it sounded like she was sighing.
Xiao Qi looked at her and suddenly felt a little embarrassed. "You probably don't like to hear this, right? I'm just too happy to see President Zhan. After all, we don't usually see him every day. "
"It's okay."
Shi Mengwan shook her head. Xiao Qi wanted to say something, but the waiter had already started to serve the food.
Shi Mengwan fell silent as she picked up the knife and fork.
She had never asked Zhan Haoze what he had been doing all these years? What was he doing? In the past, she felt that even if she asked, Zhan Haoze might not tell her.
Later on, she didn't want to ask anymore. If he was willing one day, he would naturally tell her.
But she had never thought that one day, she would get all the news about him through someone else's mouth.
She thought of Xiao Qi's words just now. Was he deeply in love with Miss Chen? Maybe it was true.
Shi Mengwan didn't know what to eat during this meal. Xiao Qi said something else in the middle, but she only responded with a few random words.
Until her phone rang. It was Mother Shi who was worried and called to remind her to remember to meet Xiao Qi.
After hanging up the phone and not seeing Zhan Haoze again, Shi Mengwan heaved a sigh of relief.
When facing Xiao Qi, her attitude finally returned to normal.
"Mengwan, do you have any other plans later?"
"No."
After Shi Mengwan answered, she remembered that she actually wanted to go home and rest.
"Since that's the case, why don't we go watch a movie?"
Xiao Qi said tentatively, "During the New Year, there are a few movies that look good. Why don't we go take a look?"
"Sure."
Since she had already said it, Shi Mengwan had no reason to refuse. Moreover, it had indeed been a long time since she went to the movies.
In the past, when Su Qingsang was free, she would follow Su Qingsang to watch it. However, recently, Su Qingsang was in a car accident, so Su Qingsang wasn't in the mood to go out to the party.
"Then let's go watch a movie." Xiao Qi looked very happy. It was obvious that he was satisfied with today's blind date. "Let's go."
Xiao Qi brought Shi Mengwan outside. When she was about to pay the bill, she was told that Zhan Haoze had already paid for it.
Shi Mengwan didn't even see when he left. Her heart beat faster again. What did Zhan Haoze mean?
She told herself that it might be because Xiao Qi was his subordinate. But deep in her heart, she knew that wasn't the case. However, she could only force herself to divert her attention and not think about Zhan Haoze. Instead, she focused on Xiao Qi.
Xiao Qi chose this restaurant because there was a cinema nearby.
He suggested that since they were too full at night, they might as well walk there. Shi Mengwan didn't object. When they arrived at the cinema, Xiao Qi asked Shi Mengwan which movie she wanted.
Shi Mengwan didn't know either. She saw that there were so many people in the cinema. It was the New Year, and the cinema was full. "I'm afraid we can't buy tickets, right?"
At this moment, Xiao Qi took out his phone and waved it in front of her. "I've already bought them."
He said that he was worried that Shi Mengwan wouldn't be able to choose, so he even bought all the tickets for the four movies that were playing at this time.
Shi Mengwan looked at Xiao Qi. She couldn't tell what she felt. This person was really attentive.
In the end, the two of them chose a war movie that had a pretty good reputation to watch.
The movie was a little noisy. From the beginning to the end, there were gunshots. Xiao Qi was very engrossed in watching. Shi Mengwan was originally a little absent-minded, but she could only let herself be engrossed in the movie.
Who knew that halfway through the movie, her right hand would be held by someone.
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