ebookland Chapter 215 Meeting Miss Xu
Chapter 215 Meeting Miss Xu
There was no response from Qin Zhuyu for a long time, and Ye Wanqing didn't want to get up and leave rashly, so as not to appear too abrupt.
After lunch, she simply found a quiet corner in the restaurant and continued to sit and kill time.
Fortunately, she had a detailed outline of her new novel saved on her mobile phone, which became a good helper for her to pass the time.
She had been delaying the conclusion of her new book for nearly two months, and she felt somewhat guilty about it, so she decided to use this free afternoon to sort out her thoughts.
As time went by, the number of customers in the restaurant gradually decreased. Occasionally, someone would pass by her and try to chat with her, but Ye Wanqing's mind was completely immersed in the world of novels. The pen in her hand quickly sketched the details on the paper, and she was completely unaware of anything in the outside world.
It was not until the chair opposite was gently pulled away, making a slight sound, that Ye Wanqing came out of her thoughts and subconsciously raised her head.
What came into view was Qin Zhuyu's slightly apologetic face. She couldn't help but smile slightly, as if to say, "Is it over?"
"I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long." Qin Zhuyu's voice was filled with apology.
Ye Wanqing shook her head slightly, smiling gently: "It's okay, I was just thinking about the ending of my new book, time flies."
Qin Zhuyu heard this, a trace of concern flashed in her eyes: "Do you have any ideas now? How about we go back this afternoon and you write the ending directly?"
Ye Wanqing shook her head again and carefully closed the notebook in her hand: "No need, I just sorted it out roughly today, and I want to sort it out more thoroughly tomorrow."
Qin Zhuyu nodded, as if she had thought of something: "How about we go shopping this afternoon? It's a good opportunity to relax."
Ye Wanqing agreed happily, her face full of anticipation: "Okay, let's go to the mall, I also want to buy some new clothes."
Qin Zhuyu's eyes fell on the slightly complicated skirt she was wearing, and she couldn't help but frowned: "It's a good time to change this skirt. It's really too inconvenient to wear it."
Ye Wanqing followed her gaze and couldn't help laughing: "Indeed, although your skirt looks good, it is a bit cumbersome when you move around."
The two smiled at each other and then left the restaurant. On the way to the mall, Qin Zhuyu took the initiative to reveal some information about He Hongxuan to Ye Wanqing.
Ye Wanqing became more and more confused as she listened: "You're going on a blind date, why are you asking me if I like it?"
Qin Zhuyu looked at Ye Wanqing with a playful smile on her lips. "I think he and I are not suitable, but he is a good person and is just worthy of you. I thought that if you have a good impression of him, then I will help you."
Ye Wanqing heard this and was a little amused: "If Mrs. Qin knew what you were thinking, she would be in a state of confusion."
Qin Zhuyu snorted softly: "Of course she doesn't know. If she knew, why would she introduce a man to me? I have someone in my heart."
Ye Wanqing knew that Qin Zhuyu had someone in her heart, but she had always kept a low profile and rarely mentioned it. Seeing Qin Zhuyu bring it up, she asked with concern, "If you don't tell Mrs. Qin, how can she agree to your blind date?"
Qin Zhuyu's expression dimmed slightly, as if she remembered something unpleasant. She then waved her hand and said, "Forget it, let's not talk about this. Let's talk about something else."
Changing the subject, Qin Zhuyu suddenly asked, "Has Lin Xuan been visiting you often recently?"
Ye Wanqing didn't expect the topic to suddenly turn to herself, and a hint of embarrassment flashed across her face: "Well... I need his help with something."
Qin Zhuyu looked at her with a complicated expression in her eyes: "I know that his feelings for you have not changed. However, you have to be aware of this."
Ye Wanqing nodded slightly and said nothing more.
The two came to Central Plaza and started their shopping trip.
Qin Zhuyu picked out a simple yet elegant skirt from the dazzling array of goods and changed out of the slightly exaggerated skirt she was wearing, making her look more refreshed and neat.
Qin Zhuyu walked out of the fitting room gracefully, feeling relaxed all over, as if a heavy burden had been lifted off her shoulders. "Oh, I can finally walk with big strides and no longer have to worry about tripping over my skirt."
Ye Wanqing stood up upon hearing the voice and walked forward gracefully, her eyes filled with sincere praise: "It's really beautiful. This skirt is like it was tailor-made for you."
Qin Zhuyu blinked mischievously: "I knew you would say that, Wanqing. No matter what I wear, you will praise it for being pretty."
She held the dress she had just changed out of in one hand and gently placed her other hand on the clerk's shoulder, signaling him to pack the new dress and settle the bill together: "Let's buy these two together."
After some selection, Qin Zhuyu got an elegant skirt and a pair of fashionable jeans, which cost her more than 1,800 yuan in total, but she didn't care.
"Huh? Has this lady paid the bill?" the clerk's voice sounded in surprise.
Qin Zhuyu took the packaged skirt and looked at Ye Wanqing doubtfully: "Wanqing, you..."
Ye Wanqing smiled gently: "It's been a long time since I gave you a gift, this time just think of it as me giving it to you."
Qin Zhuyu did not refuse, but gave Ye Wanqing a big hug: "Wanqing, if you don't mind, I want to marry you."
Ye Wanqing knew she was joking, so she followed her words and said, "Okay, but I'm afraid I can't afford to marry you, Miss."
Qin Zhuyu laughed even more happily: "No, how can I be worthy of you."
After shopping, the two decided to find a cafe to sit down and chat. There was a cafe on the fifth floor with a quiet environment. Because the prices were a bit high, there were few customers, which was just right for them.
"How about we go to the North Shore Cafe upstairs?" Qin Zhuyu suggested.
Ye Wanqing naturally had no objection, and the two of them took the elevator directly to the fifth floor. The cafe was spacious and bright, with a comfortable environment, which was indeed very suitable for chatting with friends.
However, Ye Wanqing's luck seemed to be a little bad. She didn't receive Xu Xinyi's call in the morning, but now she met her unexpectedly in the coffee shop.
It has been a week since Xu Xinyi was released from prison, and she has not been able to meet her two so-called best friends.
They had finally made an appointment today, hoping to find out about Xu Xinrong's lover and ask Bai Pinghui to teach that mistress a lesson. But it was clear that during the four months she had been in prison, Bai Pinghui and Su Yan's relationship had become even closer.
After the three of them sat down, Xu Xinyi found herself unable to join in the conversation, feeling a mixture of emotions. In the past, they were the two who initiated conversation, but now Bai Pinghui and Su Yan were only focused on talking about their new boyfriends, about whom she knew nothing.
After sitting for a while, Xu Xinyi felt more and more uncomfortable. After seeing Ye Wanqing, she no longer had the mood to continue sitting with Su Yan and the others.
"You guys chat, I have something to do, so I'll leave first." Xu Xinyi picked up her bag, stood up and left, walking straight towards Ye Wanqing.
Bai Pinghui felt a little flustered when she saw Xu Xinyi leave. She tugged at Su Yan's sleeve and asked, "Is she angry?"
Su Yan curled his lips in disdain: "If you want to be angry, then be angry! She must have no good intentions when she came to us today! Do you still want to listen to her and help her do bad things?"
The small company run by Bai Pinghui's family cannot be compared with that of the Xu family. Over the years, it was thanks to Xu Xinyi that she was able to enter the circle, which allowed her to find a boyfriend like Fu Cheng.
Although the two broke up two months ago, Fu generously gifted her a luxury car worth over two million yuan and a luxury house in the city center when they broke up. Apart from anything else, this breakup fee was indeed quite substantial.
Her family only earned three or four million a year, but Fu Cheng gave her six or seven million in assets at once.
Moreover, when the two were dating, the clothes and bags Fu Cheng gave her were not cheap. Although they were not limited editions, they were definitely not something she could easily afford.
If he had a falling out with Xu Xinyi, Bai Pinghui knew very well that it would be difficult for him to enter that circle again.
So when she saw Xu Xinyi angry, she felt a little uneasy. After all, although Xu Xinyi ordered them to do things, she also gave them a lot of benefits.
"But... isn't it a bit bad for us to do this?" Bai Pinghui hesitated.
Su Yan recently got a boyfriend whose family background is comparable to Xu's, so naturally she looked down on Xu Xinyi:
"What's wrong with that? Look at what happened to her father. The Xu family is in a mess now! We should stay out of it. After all, it's someone else's family affair."
Xu Xinyi was halfway there when she suddenly remembered that she had forgotten to take her cell phone, so she turned back.
As she reached the door, she heard Su Yan's words. Her face turned pale instantly, and she was shaking with anger. She walked over and picked up the phone.
Su Yan was also startled when he saw her come back. Xu Xinyi was filled with anger and walked straight towards Ye Wanqing: "Ye Wanqing, let's talk."