The phone rang intermittently. Gu Bei was tying his tie while Secretary Zhang beside him seemed a bit anxious. "The news that you've set up a dinner with Chen Laojiu spread too fast. Several business partners called to try to get some information. What do you think..."
Ring, ring, ring... Gu Bei simply ignored it and pressed the mute button. "Don't panic. Chen Laojiu's 'Hongmen Banquet' hasn't started yet. Don't lose our composure."
"He just wants to invite me to his territory to talk about some business under the pretext of apologizing to Xie Bingxia." As for whether this business would be easy to do, it all depended on Chen Laojiu's attitude. Gu Bei checked his new tie in the mirror, quite satisfied. Then he asked Secretary Zhang, "By the way, how's the business in North America?"
"Everything's going smoothly. Just as you predicted, in some areas, the medical resources are currently scarce and the government isn't doing much. Many enterprises and businesses have set their eyes on this piece of 'fat meat' and want to get a share. Fortunately, we were well - prepared. The pharmacological laboratory will be put into development and research in the second half of this year."
"Good."
However... Gu Bei remembered what Chen Laojiu said that day: Mr. Vincent also asked me to convey a message to Boss Gu. Boss Gu is doing great business in North America. His old acquaintance misses him very much.
Vincent, this fateful name. Gu Bei didn't want to mention it but couldn't avoid it either. Vincent might have noticed what he was planning to do in North America, but his interests hadn't been touched yet.
There was no need to worry too much for the time being. Anyway, sooner or later, the two of them would have to go head - to - head in the "hunting ground".
"By the way, did you buy the phone as I asked?"
Secretary Zhang immediately took out a latest Huax phone from his briefcase. "It just came on the market yesterday. It's definitely brand - new."
"Good. You know how to handle things." Gu Bei patted Secretary Zhang on the shoulder, showing his approval. Then he took the phone and walked towards Xie Bingxia's room.
Xie Bingxia was lying on the bed, poking at her iPad. Xiaomei beside her was even more anxious than her. She pointed at the screen and said, "Here, Miss. Hit here!"
"I know, but I just didn't have time!"
"I'll help you!" The iPad was snatched away.
"Hey, hey, hey! You're going to ruin it! No! It's all your fault. I only have one last life left!"
"Sorry. I thought I could help you." Xiaomei looked so aggrieved that Xie Bingxia naturally couldn't blame her.
Gu Bei stood at the door and saw this scene. He thought he had walked into a kindergarten by mistake and coughed awkwardly twice. Xiaomei jumped away from Xie Bingxia like lightning and stood straight beside the bed. "Young Master, you're here."
"We're going to Dongxingge for dinner tonight. You know that, right?" Gu Bei stepped forward and directly took the iPad from Xie Bingxia's hand.
Xie Bingxia turned over on the bed and sat up. "I know. Secretary Zhang bought me a new dress yesterday." Xiaomei, following Xie Bingxia's instructions, turned around and took out a short dress with puffy sleeves from the wardrobe to show Gu Bei.
It was okay not to look, but when he did, Gu Bei almost spat out blood. The deep V - neck was... and the skirt was so short... If that lecherous Chen Laojiu saw it, he would go crazy! Secretary Zhang did a really bad job this time. Gu Bei wanted to take back his approval just now and give him a good lecture. Little girls shouldn't dress too sexily!
"This one won't do. It's not decent enough." Gu Bei pushed the dress aside in disgust and rummaged through the wardrobe. After a while, he took out a long - sleeved shirt, suede trousers, and a suit jacket.
"That'll do," Gu Bei said, quite satisfied. He casually picked up a silk square scarf. "Put it around your neck."
Xiaomei sighed. Her young master was probably a real straight - laced man. He could come up with such a tacky outfit.
"Can I seduce Boss Chen dressed like this?" Xie Bingxia compared the clothes on herself. She was well - covered all over and not a single extra bit of flesh was exposed.
"Who told you to seduce him? You just sit there and eat obediently. Don't do anything!" Gu Bei said and then took out the phone and threw it to her. "This is for you. It'll be easier to get in touch."
"Wow! This is the latest model that just came out!" Xiaomei's eyes immediately sparkled. "It's so expensive!"
Xie Bingxia didn't seem to care. She played with the new phone for a while and then looked up at Gu Bei with her innocent face. "Contact who?"
Gu Bei was speechless. Was this girl really stupid or just pretending? He still patiently explained, "I have to go to the company to deal with some things first. I'll ask another driver to pick you up tonight and take you directly to Dongxingge. We'll meet there." Then he gave Xie Bingxia a look that seemed to say, "Do you understand?"
— Who else could you contact but me?
Xie Bingxia shrugged. Her clear eyes dimmed, as if to say it was so troublesome. Couldn't she just not go? Gu Bei, of course, ignored her and gave her another look: You must go.
"Great! Miss, quickly save my number. You can also add me on WeChat..." Xiaomei, who was completely focused on the new phone, didn't notice the eye - contact between the two at all. As soon as she reached for Xie Bingxia's phone, Gu Bei snatched it away.
"Save my number first." Gu Bei said it matter - of - factly. He quickly operated the phone and then handed it back to Xie Bingxia.
Xie Bingxia opened the interface. WeChat - Contacts - There was only one person, and the name was clearly: Boss Gu.
"Why is it Boss Gu?" She was confused. "It makes me seem like your subordinate."
"Because I want you to be obedient." Gu Bei took a step closer. "Also, this phone is only for me. Don't add anyone else."
"Young Master is so stingy." Even Xiaomei spoke up for her. Xie Bingxia added fuel to the fire and said, "I understand. Boss Gu has a strong possessive desire."
After saying that, Xie Bingxia leaned forward, hooked Gu Bei's tie and pulled him closer. Their breaths were so close. Xie Bingxia's fluttering eyelashes were extremely charming. She softly laughed and said, "I think it's better to call you Brother Gu."
Gu Bei stretched out his right index finger and pressed it against her forehead. He said in a deep voice, "Don't have any intimate contact with me without permission."
This close eye - contact suddenly made them recall that night in the study. It was the first time Gu Bei had revealed his true feelings, and it was also the first time Xie Bingxia had seen his sad face.
Even Xie Bingxia, who had a thick skin, felt a bit embarrassed. She quickly let go of Gu Bei's tie.
"I didn't see anything. I didn't see anything." Xiaomei covered her face with both hands and muttered like she was chanting scriptures. But she still couldn't help but move her fingers to peek at them.
"I'm leaving." Gu Bei tidied up his tie. Before leaving, he added, "Contact me tonight."
Xie Bingxia smiled. She opened WeChat and quickly changed Boss Gu's nickname to: Big Bad Wolf.
Xiaomei wanted to come over and gossip, but was blocked by her. So she left the room dejectedly.
That night, the driver came as promised. To her surprise, Xie Shuwen was sitting in the front passenger seat. Xie Bingxia looked at the driver warily. Xie Shuwen comforted her, "Don't worry. He's my man." Then he handed her a document. "This is some information about Chen Laojiu. You have to help me finalize this deal before Gu Bei arrives at the dinner."
Xie Bingxia leaned back on the back seat. Her eyes scanned the pages of the document like a scanner. "Are you sure he'll be late?"
"The company meeting was postponed. There'll be at least half an hour."
"Hmm..." Xie Bingxia hesitated. "Chen Laojiu doesn't seem like a very clean person. Gu Bei may not cooperate with him either. Why do you choose him?"
Xie Shuwen looked shrewd. "I'm interested in the forces behind him. You must help me win him over this time. You have a great advantage."
Xie Bingxia closed the folder and asked, "Advantage?"
Xie Shuwen grinned slyly. "He's extremely lecherous."
This feeling of being treated like a gift really annoyed Xie Bingxia, but she couldn't back down. She could only say, "I'll try my best."
"Not just try your best. You must succeed." Xie Shuwen turned his head, and a hint of cruelty flashed in his eyes. "I've heard about some things you've experienced in the Xie family. Don't forget we're in the same boat."
"Don't worry. I know what I should do. Our goals are the same." After saying that, Xie Bingxia looked out of the window.
The busy traffic and the flashing neon lights passed by in a flash. She had no idea what kind of predicament was waiting for her.