bookrebus Chapter 144 Gathering in One Hall
Chapter 144 Gathering in One Hall
Inside the villa.
Jiang Wan was still writing with her head down.
The phone on the table buzzed, and a message popped up on the screen.
Business timeline: [Arrived at the door]
Jiang Wan paused, then looked up at the person in the rattan chair opposite her.
"Teacher Jiang, my boyfriend is here. I'll take the rest with me."
Jiang Yubai tightened his grip on the book. "Okay."
Jiang Wan put the notebook and sketchbook into a bag, slung her bag over her shoulder, and carried the things to the entrance.
The man put down his book and walked over.
Jiang Wan asked in confusion, "Are you going out?"
"Um."
He took the shoes off the shoe rack.
Jiang Wan had already changed her shoes.
"I'll be going now, goodbye Teacher Jiang."
After saying that, he couldn't wait to open the door and run towards the figure standing next to the car door on the side of the road.
The door was closed by inertia.
Jiang Yubai changed her shoes and was about to open the door when her phone started vibrating continuously in her pocket.
He took it out; the screen labeled: [Dad]
Jiang Yubai hesitated for two seconds before pressing the answer button.
......
The roadside, just a door away.
Shang Shixu's expression was gloomy as he looked at the closed door behind Jiang Wan.
Jiang Wan ran over, and he looked away.
The car quickly drove out of the residential area.
Pop music was playing in the carriage, but Jiang Wan could sense the man's low spirits.
You can tell she's jealous just by looking at her toes.
However, compared to the level of jealousy last time, this time it was noticeably less intense.
better.
Jiang Wan glanced at him sideways and called out sweetly.
"elder brother."
"Um."
"Don't be unhappy."
The man gave a soft hum.
"No, I'm so happy!"
Jiang Wan: ......
The young master has a knack for witty remarks.
Jiang Wan opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say.
The scene became awkward for a moment.
After choking on his words, Shang Shixu felt somewhat annoyed.
But the surge of jealousy prevented him from saying anything nice.
He wanted her to resign and stay by his side.
But that's impossible.
If we talk too much, we'll end up arguing again, just like last time.
Time ticked by, and neither of them spoke, their lips pressed together in a tight silence.
Even the most beautiful music cannot mask this oppressive atmosphere.
The car stopped at a red light.
Jiang Wan's hand, which was resting on her lap, was suddenly grasped by him.
He took her hand, brought it to his lips, and kissed the back of her hand.
"Feel sorry."
Jiang Wan's pursed lips loosened, and she turned her head to look at him.
"You're not angry anymore?"
"I'm angry, but I don't want to have a child with you."
Jiang Wan chuckled, "That's a contradiction in what you said."
Before she could finish speaking, Jiang Wan exclaimed "Ah!"
Shang Shixu actually bit her finger.
Jiang Wan shuddered and pulled her hand back.
Why are you biting me?
"Bite? I clearly want to eat you."
The man's cold and handsome face was gloomy, and his beautiful pupils reflected her figure.
Jiang Wan's heart skipped a beat.
When the green light came on, he started the car at a leisurely pace.
The atmosphere in the carriage was no longer as stiff as before.
*
Inside a private room at Yunshang Club.
Di Wenjun and Tao Mengshu have arrived.
The two sat on the sofa, flipping through the snack menu.
Pei Heyun pushed the door open and came in, glancing around.
"Brother Di, Sister Tao, hello there~"
"Has Brother Xu arrived yet?"
"I'll be right there." Di Wenjun poured him a glass of wine. "Be careful what you say later."
Pei Heyun was taken aback. "What sense of propriety?"
As Di Wenjun carefully considered her words, Tao Mengshu, who was standing beside her, had already spoken with a smile.
"What your brother Di means is that Wanwan is now Shang Shixu's girlfriend, so you should put away your previous feelings."
Pei Heyun immediately started shouting.
"Why didn't you accept her earlier? I only see her as my sister-in-law now."
"That's good." Di Wenjun picked up the wine cup and handed it to him.
The two bumped into each other.
Meanwhile, at the entrance of Yunshang Club.
Jiang Wan returned for the first time since leaving her job, and there was an indescribable sense of warmth.
Shang Shixu led her by the hand through the first-floor lobby.
A familiar figure stood at the front desk; it was her former supervisor, Sister Zhou.
Upon seeing her, Sister Zhou's eyes lit up, and she waved to her slightly.
Jiang Wan smiled and waved back, her sense of familiarity with the place growing stronger.
The two walked to the door of the private room.
Shang Shixu pushed open the door.
Pei Heyun sat up straight instinctively.
"Brother Xu, sister-in-law."
Jiang Wan blushed when she was called "little sister-in-law".
Shang Shixu curled the corners of his lips and gave Pei Heyun an approving look.
He led Jiang Wan to sit on the sofa.
Pei Heyun picked up the snack menu and handed it to Jiang Wan, "Sister-in-law, come on, order something."
Just a few seconds ago, Shang Shixu had a nice expression, but in an instant, she turned cold and glared at him.
"To fawn over me?"
"court death?"
Pei Heyun: (°ー°〃)
Is being enthusiastic wrong?
You're going to eat this vinegar?
Jiang Wan smiled and took the menu. "Thank you."
She ordered two of her favorite snacks.
Salt and pepper crispy chicken, fried shrimp balls.
Pei Heyun saw that everyone had arrived, so he picked up his wine cup.
"Come on, everyone's here, let's have a toast."
The moment the words were spoken, the door to the private room was pushed open.
Gu Manning appeared at the door.
The atmosphere in the private room instantly became somewhat awkward.
Jiang Wan quickly stood up, walked over and took her hand.
"Sit next to me."
Gu Manning nodded, and nervously gripped Jiang Wan's hand in return.
The two people give each other strength.
Pei Heyun, Di Wenjun, and Tao Mengshu all knew the truth about Shang Shixu's online romance.
Gu Manning's presence here must have been with his consent.
It seems that Shang Shixu truly doesn't care about the fact that the two of them conspired to deceive each other.
The snacks were served one after another.
The three men talked about their topics, and the three women talked about theirs.
The atmosphere was pretty good.
After gathering her courage, Gu Manning poured three glasses of wine and lined them up in front of her.
She whispered in Jiang Wan's ear, "Call him for me."
Jiang Wan knew what she was going to do next.
Although Shang Shixu didn't mention the deception again, it was still better for the three of them to talk about it face to face.
It won't be awkward anymore.
Jiang Wan nodded, turned to him and called out, "Brother."
Shang Shixu turned around to look at her.
Jiang Wan gave him a look, and Gu Manning had already stood up impatiently.
She picked up a glass of wine.
"Shang Shi Xu" (商時序).
The private room fell silent instantly, and everyone looked at her.
Gu Manning took a deep breath.
"What I did before was dishonest."
I shouldn't have lied to you, and I shouldn't have tried to take advantage of you.
"sorry."
Her hands trembled, but her voice remained steady.
He tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp.
Put it down and pick up the second cup.
"I'm happier than anyone else that you two can get together. It's like a bad deed turned into a good thing, and I got what I wanted."
"This toast is for you and Wanwan."
She tilted her head back and drank the second glass, then picked up the third.
"Let's raise a final toast to our bright future."
"We became friends after our initial misunderstanding. If we meet again, I'll be Wanwan's good friend."
The third cup was drunk in one gulp.
Gu Manning gripped the empty wine glass and looked at Shang Shixu.
The gazes of the others shifted from her to Shang Shixu.
Everyone was waiting for his response.
Jiang Wan held her breath and stared at him without blinking.
He casually raised his glass and gestured towards Gu Manning.
Without saying a word, he tilted his head back and drank it all.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief and smiled.
He then poured more wine into the empty glass and looked at Jiang Wan while holding the glass.
Everyone instantly turned into a spectator, watching the drama unfold: ԅ(✧_✧ԅ)
The young master is demanding an apology from his "wife" through a clue.
Pei Heyun and Di Wenjun secretly grumbled.
It seems that although his good friend is love-struck, he is still quite clear-headed about this matter.
Even if she's now his "wife," he still has to apologize.
Jiang Wan felt a chill run down her spine.
They immediately realized this meaning.
He picked up his half-empty glass of red wine and stood up somewhat nervously.
She took a deep breath, preparing to apologize.
All eyes were on them.
Shang Shixu suddenly stood up and took her arm.
Jiang Wan met his deep eyes, and her heart skipped a beat.
He brought the glass to his lips.
At that moment, everything around seemed to cease to exist.
As if bewitched, Jiang Wan followed his example and brought the wine glass to her lips as well.
Arms intertwined, wine down their throats.
They shared their first toast together.