Beijing-Hong Kong Rosemary

Chapter 107 Will I Cry?

An eight-year age difference.

While she was still thinking about what to eat and what to wear, Qu Yanci already had a place on Wall Street in New York.

"what you want to say?"

Shen Guining blinked. "Curious. Have you ever thought about finding a girlfriend who's much younger than you?"

Qu Yanci stated bluntly, "No."

Dating was not in his plans; he devoted almost all his energy to the company. As for marriage, he would follow his family's arrangements when he reached a certain age, find a suitable marriage partner, and complete the task of "starting a family."

His life was expected to be routine, like a programmed sequence that followed steps.

Because of his parents' past experience, he had no expectations for love and marriage, and even felt some aversion and disgust towards them, which is why he had not yet arranged a marriage.

Shen Guining was an unexpected and unexpected intrusion into his life.

He had once caught a glimpse of her in a crowd, and from that initial impression, he knew clearly that she was a vibrant and passionate rose.

He was not averse to her deliberate approach and entanglement; in fact, he indulged it.

Rather than saying the girl was deceiving him, it's more accurate to say that he personally gave her the opportunity.

Shen Guining tilted her head slightly and asked, "Don't you find these trivial things I'm telling you childish and boring?"

Qu Yanci tucked a stray strand of her hair behind her ear. "No."

"Really?" Shen Guining was skeptical. "I don't know anything about your work, and we don't have anything in common."

"What use would I have for you to know all this?" Qu Yanci found it amusing. "Work is work, and life is life. Don't mix them up."

Shen Guining smiled and said, "Okay."

He steered the conversation back on track, "So, did you end up eating that bowl of noodles?"

Shen Guining's pupils brightened. "I got to eat there. The proprietress remembered me and told me to go to her stall on Nathan Road."

Qu Yanci lowered his eyes, looking at her delighted little expression, and the corners of his lips unconsciously curled up.

Shen Guining paused for a moment and sighed softly, "But later, the proprietress's daughter got sick, and she had to stay home to take care of her, so she rarely came out to set up her stall anymore."

"Will you cry if you can't eat it?"

"I'm so old, who would cry?"

Qu Yanci lowered his voice, "I don't know who it is, but they always cry in bed."

Shen Guining's cheeks flushed, and she playfully slapped him, saying in embarrassment and annoyance, "This is different!"

"Yes, it's different." A meaningful smile played in his eyes.

"I'm not talking to you anymore." Shen Guining broke free from his hand, but after taking two steps, she was pulled back and bumped into the man's arms.

Qu Yanci put his arm around her waist, "Are you angry?"

"No."

It's not something to get angry about.

Shen Guining remembered, "Ruby was taken to the pet store for grooming today. Let's go pick her up after we finish eating."

Qu Yanci nodded, "Mm."

The restaurant has few customers and is an expensive upscale venue, targeting mostly business people or upper-class elites.

The staff provided excellent service and were not negligent in the slightest.

Before entering the private room, Shen Guining wanted to use the restroom, so she handed her bag to Qu Yanci, saying, "Can you take this in for me? I need to use the restroom." The Chanel pink quilted bag was exquisite and small, with a fluffy little dog charm hanging on it, which looked somewhat out of place in the man's hands.

The door to the next private room opened, and several middle-aged men came out, having just stepped down from the table, their faces bearing forced smiles.

Shen Honglin was among them.

Since the last scandal involving an illegitimate child, the company's stock price has plummeted, and many projects have been affected. He has had to swallow his pride and make new business partners. He has been talking himself hoarse trying to attract investment, but he still hasn't reached an agreement.

In the business world, everyone is a cunning old fox. The Shen family has no value for cooperation now, and everyone knows that.

Mr. Ding, who was in the lead, noticed the distinguished figure standing by the railing at a glance and quickly walked over to greet him, "Mr. Qu, it's been a long time. It's rare to see you on Hong Kong Island."

Qu Yanci nodded slightly, merely out of politeness.

Several other executives immediately followed suit, their faces plastered with flattering smiles.

Qu Yanci glanced at Shen Honglin and said cryptically, "President Shen is here too."

Others, recalling that Dingsheng Group had invested in Shen's company and had not yet withdrawn its investment, harbored doubts.

Mr. Qu has always had a very high standard of vision. There is no reason for him to invest in a small Shen family business without a reason. It is purely for poverty alleviation. What is his reason?
Shen Honglin quickly replied, "Mr. Qu, are you waiting for someone?"

Qu Yanci gave a soft "hmm," his voice clear and indifferent.

Not wanting to miss such a good opportunity, Mr. Ding shamelessly asked, "I've always wanted to treat Mr. Qu to a meal, but I was wondering if there's a chance."

Qu Yanci refused directly, "Sorry, it's not convenient."

As expected, Mr. Ding was also just trying his luck. "Mr. Qu has a tight schedule, I was being presumptuous."

Everyone else noticed the handbag Qu Yanci was carrying and were very curious, wondering who it was that made Mr. Qu wait for them personally.

Shen Honglin had some guesses, but he wasn't sure. After all, Qu Yanci was a deep thinker, and who knew what his attitude towards Shen Guining was? He had never made it public, probably just treating it as a pastime.

When Shen Guining returned from the restroom, she saw Qu Yanci talking to someone. She didn't go over to disturb him and was about to enter the private room when she was stopped just as she reached the door.

"Ningning," Qu Yanci called out to her, his tone much gentler than usual, "Come here, President Shen is here too, aren't you going to say hello?"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present turned to look at him.

Shen Guining paused, not understanding why Qu Yanci had suddenly called her and asked her to greet Shen Honglin.

She didn't want to have too much to do with the Shen family.

Shen Honglin started with superficial gestures, saying, "Guining, you silly child, you didn't even invite Mr. Qu to your home for a meal when he came to Hong Kong Island."

Shen Guining had no choice but to walk over and politely smile slightly, "Uncle, hello to all the uncles and elders."

The CEOs looked astonished.

Suddenly it dawned on him that there was such a connection; no wonder the Shen family had suddenly gotten involved with Dingsheng Group.

Qu Yanci put one hand on Shen Guining's shoulder.

Anyone with eyes can see that their posture is intimate.

"Gui Ning, it's been a long time since I've seen you." One of the bosses said with a smile, "So you and Mr. Qu are dating. You two are a perfect match."

Another person looked at Shen Honglin and said, "President Shen, you're really joking. With Mr. Qu here, there's no need to talk to us about cooperation."

Someone else chimed in, "President Shen has done an excellent job keeping this a secret. It's a good thing that Gui Ning and Mr. Qu are together. How come you've never mentioned it?"

Shen Honglin feigned modesty and explained, "Not at all, I haven't gotten involved in the affairs between these young people."

Thanks to Qu Yanci's connection, the humiliation he felt at the dinner table earlier vanished, and he gained plenty of face.