Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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The atmosphere in the private room was very heavy.
Chen Hua’s mood was even heavier than the atmosphere in the private room. His scalp tingled, and his once straight back hunched slightly. Under the oppression of the two great mountains, Bi Xi and Bi’an, he gradually became humble.
In an instant, many things flashed through his mind, but the last thing that settled on was Ying Qiao’s smug and arrogant face.
Just before he came to the branch office today, Ying Gou sent him a WeChat message bragging that he was going on a date.
On what grounds?
The person involved was at large, enjoying intimate moments with his boyfriend, while this lowly office worker had to take his place and be put on the hot seat.
That’s not fair!
This was not something a lowly assistant like him should have to endure.
Chen Hua closed his eyes, steeled his heart, and decided to sell out Ying Gou.
Since Ying Gou is heartless, don’t blame him for being unjust!
With a blank expression, he laid bare the whole story of how Ying Qiao and Jiang Lan, under Hu Can’s matchmaking, went through the motions of a perfunctory blind date but ended up together by a twist of fate. Then, adopting a humble demeanor of “I was kept in the dark the whole time, I only found out the truth a few days earlier than you guys, please don’t mess with me,” he quickly began to shift the blame.
“If anyone’s to blame, it’s Hu Can! To trick people into going on blind dates, he bribed Ying Qiao and Jiang Lan to make false claims. But after only a few days, the promotion was forced to stop because the blind date options he advertised were too outrageous and the public complained and protested!”
After learning that Hu Can had arranged a blind date between Ying Qiao and Jiang Lan, Chen Hua felt that this was a trap.
If he hadn’t made that impulsive decision, there probably wouldn’t have been all that mess afterwards!
He would still be that diligent, happy little assistant who earned money and cleaned up after Ying Gou, not the scapegoat and mine-clearing master he was now.
Every day was like living in hell, living in constant fear!
Bi’an was shocked to hear this: “How could Fifth Brother possibly agree to such a thing?”
He racked his brains but couldn’t figure out why the fifth brother would go on a blind date.
Then he angrily berated Ying Qiao: “And is Ying Gou the kind of person who would easily go on blind dates? Could it be that he already had ulterior motives towards Lao Wu and deliberately conspired with Hu Can to set a trap for Lao Wu?”
The more he talked, the more convinced he became of it. He paced back and forth a few steps, his face fierce, and said, “I knew that someone like Ying Gou, who was clearly destined to be single, could never have a proper relationship. He should have gone after Shui Xian. I never expected him to be so bold as to dare to mess with the Dragon Palace.”
Bi’an slammed his fist on the table in a fit of rage: “No way, I have to find Ying Gou and get to the bottom of this! If he dares to play tricks on and deceive Lao Wu, I’ll skin him alive and make a snakeskin bag out of his skin!”
The poor table, unable to withstand the weight, wobbled a few times and then collapsed.
The tense atmosphere momentarily paused.
Chen Hua’s heart skipped a beat at the sound, not out of fear, but out of excitement!
His expression toward Bi’an became more affectionate than ever before.
Who knew Bi’an was such a talent? Well said!
If you can talk, then talk more!
Chen Hua mentally applauded him, his eyes conveying encouragement.
If you’re going to fight, do it sooner rather than later; don’t drag it out.
Unfortunately, Bi Xi didn’t make it. On the verge of going berserk, Bi Xi stopped him: “Even if we’re going to convict him, we need to find out the cause and effect first.”
Bi’an calmed down a bit: “That’s true, then I’ll go and find out first.”
It’s not too late to take action then.
There was an old saying among humans: “Courtesy first, then force.”
Bi Xi shook his head: “The suggestions I made today can be further refined. You and Assistant Chen should discuss them carefully. As for Lao Wu’s matter, leave it to me.”
“There’s no rush to break down the project into smaller parts.” Bi’an was dissatisfied, feeling that he couldn’t vent his anger without personally beating Ying Gou.
“…”
Bi Xi just watched him silently, his gaze drifting towards Chen Hua, and said in an unquestionable tone, “I’ll handle Lao Wu’s matter. You focus on the project.”
“???”
Bi’an finally realized something belatedly, and glanced at Chen Hua with a slightly guilty look, his high spirits immediately weakening.
He said, “Oh.”
….
Before leaving the hotel, Bi’an paid for the damaged table under the horrified gazes of the hotel staff and then left the hotel with Chen Hua.
He arrived in his elder brother’s car this morning, not his own. Now that Bi Xi was driving back, and Bi’an still needed to discuss the detailed project plan with Chen Hua, the two of them would be leaving together.
Chen Hua drove the car, glanced at Bi’an in the passenger seat, and said with a rare amiable tone, “I left some of the project documents at home. Why don’t we just go to my place to talk?”
The surprise came so suddenly that Bi’an was a little confused, but he quickly recovered and calmly replied, “Okay.”
Although he didn’t understand why Chen Hua suddenly invited him to his home, he figured it was better to accept first.
Chen Hua’s house was only about half an hour away from the hotel, so the drive was quick. Bi’an had brought Chen Hua back once before, but hadn’t even been able to get in. This time, Chen Hua had taken the initiative to invite him, and although it was for business, he couldn’t help but feel a little pleased.
This means he’s one step closer to finding a partner!
“Sit down for a while, I’ll go get the documents.” Chen Hua poured him some tea and then went to the study to organize the documents.
Bi’an sat alone in the living room. Although he tried his best not to wander around, his eyes couldn’t help but dart around.
Chen Hua’s house was quite large, and the decor was simple yet brightly colored, which seemed somewhat inconsistent with his usual cold and composed demeanor. However, Bi’an then recalled the WeChat group chat he had inadvertently seen earlier and vaguely felt that Chen Hua wasn’t entirely as cold and composed as he appeared.
He stared at the comical horse face on the replica “Horse Trampling a Flying Swallow” ornament on the shelf, lost in thought.
Perhaps… Chen Hua’s inner world is quite rich.
As he was trying to analyze Chen Hua’s inner world, he suddenly heard the sound of a door opening in the entryway. Bi’an squinted and saw a young man dressed in a gray Taoist robe walk in.
Bi’an: ???
Who is this?
He quickly searched his memory and matched the person with the name he remembered— Chen Hua’s senior brother, Yin Xuan.
Yin Xuan was also taken aback when he saw him, and immediately stopped in his tracks: “Who are you?”
Bi’an narrowed his eyes, looked him up and down, and said coldly, “A friend of Chen Hua.”
In his heart, he chuckled and thought, “What kind of childhood sweetheart is this senior brother? He’s just so-so-looking.”
Surely Chen Hua’s taste isn’t that bad?
Just as the two were staring at each other in silence, Chen Hua happened to come over carrying a stack of documents. He was taken aback when he saw the two staring at each other in the living room and then smiled and introduced them: “Senior brother is in Jiangcheng on business. Staying in a hotel is not convenient, so he is staying at my house for the time being.”
Then, he asked Yin Xuan curiously, “Didn’t you say you might be back late today? How come you’re back so soon?”
If he had known his senior brother would be back so early, he would have taken Bi’an to another place to discuss matters.
“The matter got finished ahead of schedule.” Yin Xuan said understandingly, “You want to talk about official business? I’ll go downstairs to McDonald’s to get some things, and I’ll come back when you’re done.”
Although Chen Hua didn’t completely trust him, it wasn’t to the point where he needed to avoid discussing a project before him. Especially seeing Yin Xuan being so proactive, he suddenly felt a little embarrassed and quickly said, “No need, no need. We can talk in the study.” He then gestured for Bi’an to follow him to the study.
Bi’an: !!
His mind was filled with the thought, “Staying in a hotel is inconvenient, so he’s staying at my place for now,” playing on an endless loop.
This senior brother actually lives with Chen Hua?!
He felt both jealous and angry, his expression growing increasingly somber, and he glanced coldly at Yin Xuan.
He’s so poor he can’t even afford a hotel, and he has to beg his junior’s family for money.
Shameless.
Yin Xuan met his gaze, his lips twitching almost imperceptibly downwards, but he still smiled and nodded slightly at him. Then he said to Chen Hua, “Then I’ll go back to my room first. After you’ve finished talking, would you like Mr. Zhang to stay for a simple meal?” He smiled and said, “I’ve already bought the groceries.”
His smile was gentle, but the way he glanced at Bi’an, whether intentionally or unintentionally, was provocative.
His words made it clear that he and Chen Hua were family, while Bi’an was an outsider.
The atmosphere between the two suddenly became subtle, but Chen Hua was oblivious and unaware of it.
But Bi’an saw it clearly. This senior brother was indeed not as virtuous and upright as he appeared on the surface; he was quite adept at changing his expression.
“Then I’ll gladly accept your offer.” Before Chen Hua could reply, Bi’an agreed quickly, saying he was sorry but he still managed to say, “Won’t that be too much trouble for you?”
“…”
Chen Hua, who had originally intended to say that there was still plenty of time after the meeting and there was no need to prepare dinner, silently shut his mouth.
Fine, it’s not like he’s the one cooking anyway.
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