The two drove to Liu Corporation. The staff led them upstairs. The person - in - charge of Liu Corporation was already waiting inside. Beside Manager Liu sat an acquaintance of Yuan Meng, her dear grand - nephew, Yuan Xingcheng.
"Xingcheng?" Yuan Meng felt relieved when she saw it was Yuan Xingcheng. She thought it must be just a coincidence. How could her second brother suddenly return to China?
Yuan Xingcheng didn't say much with Ling Qianchen beside. He just nodded and said, "Mr. Ling, Miss Ai, long time no see. I'm the representative of S.A today. We're in a competitive relationship today, aren't we?!"
Yuan Xingcheng smiled innocently, but only Yuan Meng could read the schadenfreude in his smile.
"I didn't expect you guys to know each other. It'll be much easier to talk about things then. Could each representative please introduce your own advantages?"
Yuan Xingcheng took out the prepared slides and explained them one by one. S.A was a large international company and had made great achievements in the security system. The whole plan was very well - structured and easy to convince others.
"This is the plan and sincerity of S.A. Please consider it carefully, Manager Liu."
Yuan Xingcheng was also given a task by Second Uncle Yuan this time. Second Uncle Yuan heard that a man was chasing his sister under the pretext of business cooperation. As a sister - loving brother, Second Uncle Yuan thought this was unacceptable, so he sent Yuan Xingcheng to cause trouble.
"Now let me talk about our project. Our project may not sound so conventional, but only innovation can lead to development. Moreover, we're 90% sure that our innovation will succeed..."
Yuan Xingcheng sat below listening to Yuan Meng's explanation, feeling a chill in his heart.
Aunt is too strong. Uncle, this task you gave me is really hard to accomplish!!!
"Good!" Just as Yuan Xingcheng was thinking he was doomed, the person - in - charge of Liu Corporation applauded Yuan Meng's explanation.
"Miss Ai's explanation is wonderful. I can see that Miss Ai has made a lot of improvements to this project. I just asked the senior management's opinion, and finally we've decided to choose... Ling Group..."
At that moment, Yuan Xingcheng was a bit devastated. He had indeed failed...
"and S.A."
"Huh?! Two companies!"
"Yes! The plan provided by Ling Group is very innovative. If it's well - executed, it will definitely be a major breakthrough. S.A has profound attainments in this field. I believe that if our three companies cooperate, the result will surely be greater than the sum of the parts. If all of you agree, then we'll sign the contract!"
Yuan Xingcheng had no objection. After all, Second Uncle Yuan only said that they must succeed in the cooperation. He didn't say they couldn't cooperate with Ling Group.
Ling Qianchen also thought this was a deal that would yield more than the sum of its parts. So he turned to look at Yuan Meng with his eyes, asking for her opinion.
How could Yuan Meng object? One was her project, and the other was her brother's project. Such a win - win outcome was really the best.
The three of them nodded to Manager Liu at the same time, indicating their agreement, and the contract was signed.
Manager Liu saw the three of them off. Without the "pretext" of business cooperation, Ling Qianchen's look at Yuan Xingcheng was not so friendly.
"Are you interested in having dinner together? I know Miss Ai likes fish. I recently found a restaurant that makes very delicate fish dishes. Would you do me the honor of joining me?"
Yuan Meng originally wanted to ask Yuan Xingcheng why S.A had suddenly come to discuss the cooperation. This was just a good opportunity.
"No, we have other things to do tonight!" Before Yuan Meng could accept Yuan Xingcheng's invitation, Ling Qianchen refused it on her behalf.
"Mr. Ling, do you have some misunderstanding? I'm inviting Miss Ai to dinner. I didn't invite Mr. Ling..." Yuan Xingcheng's face showed a smug smile, but his words were really hurtful.
"Mr. Ling, I happen to have some other things to talk to Xingcheng about. I won't bother you anymore. I'll catch up with you next time if there's a chance." Seeing Ling Qianchen's reluctant look, Yuan Meng only felt it was ironic. He had a wife at home but never went back. He was really concerned about other women. Although it was all about herself, Yuan Meng couldn't tolerate Ling Qianchen's double - standard.
After saying that, Yuan Meng left with Yuan Xingcheng, leaving Ling Qianchen alone in place.
Ling Qianchen pursed his lips, feeling a pang of sourness in his heart. Sometimes he really couldn't figure out what Ai Yue was angry about, but he could feel that Ai Yue was really angry.
Yuan Xingcheng didn't drive, so he left in Yuan Meng's car.
"My dear grand - nephew, tell auntie why you're the representative of S.A."
Yuan Meng smiled amiably and looked at Yuan Xingcheng gently, which made Yuan Xingcheng shiver with cold sweat on his back.
"Auntie, I... I... After I knew about your matter last time, you know I can't keep things to myself. So I accidentally told Uncle. Uncle was quite worried, so he may, he may return to China to see you recently..."
Afraid that Yuan Meng would beat him, Yuan Xingcheng whispered the last sentence.
"Say the last sentence again? I didn't quite hear you!" Just then the car arrived at the restaurant. Yuan Meng stopped the car and stared at Yuan Xingcheng fiercely.
"Auntie, Uncle will come to see you!～" Yuan Xingcheng quickly opened the door, jumped out of the car while speaking, and ran into the restaurant, not giving Yuan Meng a chance to beat him up.
After that, Yuan Meng had a few more peaceful days, and the due date of the bet was getting closer.
[Ai Ai, do you want to come to Blue Note to drink?] That annoying tone. Without asking, Yuan Meng knew it was Chai Yanyu.
[If you don't come, it means you're afraid of me. I'll wait for you at Blue Note!]
"Damn Chai Yanyu. Am I afraid of you?! That's a joke." Yuan Meng got ready and drove to Blue Note.
"Ai Ai, here, here!" Chai Yanyu had ordered the drinks early and was just waiting for Yuan Meng.
"What do you want from me? Just really drinking?!" Yuan Meng looked at Chai Yanyu warily and said unhappily.
"Of course. Do I need a reason to invite Ai Ai to drink? Come, let me toast you!" Chai Yanyu poured the wine for Yuan Meng himself and drank it up first.
"Showing kindness for no reason means there must be some ulterior motive!" Although Ai Yue said so, she still drank with Chai Yanyu. Everyone in Blue Note was on her side. Was she still afraid of Chai Yanyu?
"Ai Yue, I'm not kidding. Putting aside our bet, Ling Qianchen is good - looking, rich, and so dedicated. He only likes you. Aren't you a bit moved at all?"
"Dedicated? Who's dedicated?! He's having his cake and eating it too. Where is he dedicated?"
Yuan Meng said and poured herself another glass of wine. "I knew there must be something wrong with you suddenly inviting me to drink. Don't worry. You're bound to lose this bet. Stop struggling."
Yuan Meng gave Chai Yanyu a calm smile and poured him a glass of wine in return.