Seeing Sang Yin in such a state, Jiang Zeshen was too lazy to say another word to her. He simply kicked her aside and walked out.
A waiter happened to be outside, bringing up a newly served bottle of liquor. But Jiang Zeshen didn't even glance at it. "Use it to water the flowers!"
The waiter was stunned, looking at the bottle of imported liquor worth hundreds of thousands of yuan in his hand.
Water the flowers with this? It would be better to pour it on him!
On the way back, Jiang Zeshen sat in the back seat with a gloomy face. He called Shen Youjin again, but still no one answered.
It seemed that she was angry. After all, this time he had schemed against her and deliberately brought her to the Feast of Extravagance.
When he came out, he specifically asked the doorman and saw with his own eyes that Shen Youjin had taken a taxi home. There should be no accidents.
But even so, he still felt a bit worried.
"Go to Maple Leaf Street."
The driver responded and immediately adjusted the route.
For some reason, looking at the bustling night view outside, Jiang Zeshen felt more confused than ever.
He had been a playboy in the capital city for so long, always the one in control of his emotions. No one had ever been able to change his mind.
Even when Xia Linlang was around, his concessions were limited.
But since he met Shen Youjin, everything seemed to have changed. His efforts during this period far exceeded his own imagination.
Now, for the first time, he reflected on himself. Had he really gone too far?
Shen Youjin had once told him that those who trample on others' true feelings would be punished.
Perhaps, he should let go of the past and truly start a new life.
Suddenly, a pleasant ringing sound interrupted his thoughts.
Jiang Zeshen's always affectionate eyes flickered. He thought it was a call from home and casually picked up his phone, but his breath caught in his throat.
It was actually Xia Linlang!
This name hadn't appeared on his phone screen for a long time. He had forgotten how long it had been since he last heard her voice.
All traces of her could only be found in her look - alikes.
He held the phone, at a loss.
It was not until the ringing was about to end that he finally pressed the answer button.
"Hello? Long time no contact. How have you been recently?"
Xia Linlang's clear and clean voice came from the other end of the line, a beautiful echo that had warmed his entire youth.
But at this moment, he only felt ashamed and guilty.
"Not bad." His sexy Adam's apple rolled. He felt a panic similar to being called on by the teacher when he hadn't done his homework. "Why did you suddenly call me?"
"I just suddenly thought of you." Xia Linlang chuckled. "By the way, I heard that you've been chasing a little girl around recently. How's it going? Any chance?"
She must be talking about Shen Youjin. Thinking of Shen Youjin, Jiang Zeshen rubbed his temples. It only gave him more headaches.
"I'm not sure yet."
"Is it because you're too flirtatious, so the girl dislikes you?" Xia Linlang curled her lips. "Do you need my help?"
Hearing Xia Linlang say this, Jiang Zeshen knew that she had been aware of his affairs after she left.
She had rather watched him degenerate than call him.
"How can you help?" Jiang Zeshen paused. "Forget it. She has a really bad temper."
Hearing this, Xia Linlang was silent for three seconds. "It seems that you really like her! I must meet this wonderful person when I get the chance!"
Maybe because of her relaxed tone, Jiang Zeshen was able to reply more smoothly this time. "It's too far. We probably won't meet."
"Yeah, so I said when I get the chance!" Xia Linlang said cheerfully. "I still have something to do. I'll hang up first. Good night."
Without waiting for him to say anything, Xia Linlang hung up the phone.
Jiang Zeshen looked utterly bewildered. They hadn't been in contact for a long time, and she suddenly called just to gossip about him?
How strange! Just as strange as old man Xia!
Meanwhile, on the other side of the ocean, the sun was shining brightly.
Xia Linlang was lying on the beach, her long, fair legs crossed. She closed her eyes, enjoying herself.
"Okay, arrange the flight tickets for next month's return to China."
Beside her was Chen Qiao, her secretary who had been with her for five years. Hearing this, Chen Qiao couldn't help showing a delighted expression.
"Does Young Master Jiang really have someone he likes?"
Xia Linlang nodded. "Yes. At first, I didn't believe it when people in the capital said he was chasing a little girl. But hearing his listless tone today, I'm almost certain that he's head - over - heels in love. He just doesn't realize it himself."
"I see!" Chen Qiao beamed. "Since Young Master Jiang has someone he likes, he won't pester you anymore, General Manager Xia. Your trip back this time will surely go smoothly. I'll book the tickets right away!"
Xia Linlang responded and confirmed the date of her return. Then she comfortably enjoyed the seaside sunbath.
She had been working hard overseas for so many years.
She was going back this time because her family knew that her company here had stabilized and they missed her so much that they insisted she stay for a year or two.
But she was really afraid that Jiang Zeshen would do something irrational again and cause a big stir. That was why she called in advance to ask.
Fortunately, he had someone in his heart. The stone in her heart finally dropped.
Soon, Chen Qiao came back after booking the tickets and lay down on the chaise longue beside her.
Seeing that she was in a good mood, Chen Qiao couldn't resist gossiping a bit.
"General Manager Xia, why did you and Young Master Jiang break up back then?"
"Break up?" Xia Linlang opened one eye and playfully looked at her little secretary. "We never even got together."
"Ah?" Chen Qiao looked utterly confused. "Then why is General Manager Jiang so obsessed?"
Xia Linlang thought for a while. "It's not entirely correct to say we never got together. We were together for 24 hours and then separated."
Chen Qiao was even more confused. "Why? In terms of family background, looks, and ability, Young Master Jiang seems to be quite excellent."
"He is excellent, but his thinking is a bit strange. He wanted to keep me like a canary." Xia Linlang curled her lips. "Fortunately, we didn't get together. What kind of normal person looks for a look - alike like collecting anime merchandise?"
He was like he was doing a jigsaw puzzle! No wonder the girl from the Shen family broke up with him and still refused to talk to him.
"That's really..." Chen Qiao pursed her lips and then sighed. "I'd better stay single! Falling in love is really troublesome! Those men still want to keep a strong woman like you as a canary. It's so off - putting!"
Xia Linlang smiled. "There are always good ones. Moreover, I think Jiang Zeshen is about to turn over a new leaf."
"Ah? Why, General Manager Xia?" Chen Qiao asked puzzledly. "Does Young Master Jiang love that girl very much?"
Xia Linlang didn't answer. Sometimes, not loving could be more addictive than loving.
Just like his pursuit of her back then. But this time, Jiang Zeshen was probably going to be in trouble.
That was fine. She loved watching shows, especially those involving Jiang Zeshen.
After all, there was not only lack of love between them but also a bit of hatred that Jiang Zeshen had overlooked!