Beijing-Hong Kong Rosemary

Chapter 9 is her wild idea.
This year's charity gala was held in the Peninsula Hotel's first-floor ballroom, and was a grand and solemn affair.

Before the guests arrived, the manager checked the venue repeatedly to ensure everything was in perfect order.

The welcoming staff were waiting at the entrance early in the morning.

Around seven o'clock, luxury cars arrived one after another, keeping everyone busy.

In the van, Shen Honglin looked at Shen Guining with a serious expression, "Don't wander around inside the banquet hall, and don't bump into other guests."

They are all people you shouldn't mess with.

Now that the Shen family has lost power, they absolutely cannot afford to make any more enemies.

Shen Guining obediently replied, "Uncle, don't worry, I'm just here to apologize to the Second Young Master."

"That's good." Shen Honglin then instructed Shen Yue, "I need to say hello to some old friends later, so please take good care of your cousin."

Shen Yue straightened her skirt and nodded, "Okay, Daddy."

After getting off the bus, Shen Honglin automatically switched to a smiling face and politely chatted with people.

Shen Yue led Shen Guining into the banquet hall and found a corner seat for them to sit down.

It was still early, and not all the guests had arrived yet.

A waiter came over with a tray to serve dessert and juice.

Shen Guining took two fruit tarts and thanked them politely.

"Cousin, would you like something to eat?"

Shen Yue shook her head. "I'm not hungry."

Even if she's hungry, she can't eat. She's wearing a tight-fitting dress, and if she eats, she'll easily develop a belly and become a laughingstock. She can't ruin her image as a socialite and lady.

Shen Guining wasn't that particular; when he was hungry, he just wanted to fill his stomach.

Shen Yue's gaze fell on her neck, where the high-quality emerald reflected a dazzling light under the lamp, making her skin appear fair and translucent, simple yet radiant.

Shen Guining's face is too striking. Even this unremarkable dress looks elegant and noble on her, and it matches the necklace perfectly.

Shen Yue suppressed her displeasure and was already thinking of an excuse to get the necklace back. She herself had hardly ever worn it, so why should she give it to Shen Guining?

The number of guests attending the banquet gradually increased.

Shen Yue didn't forget the purpose of her trip. She glanced at the several young noblemen who had just entered through the door and said, "Gui Ning, don't wander around here. I'm going to go say hello to my friend."

"Okay." Shen Guining knew perfectly well that her cousin was busy looking for a partner.

Shen Yue has had many suitors since she was a child, but she is proud and arrogant and doesn't even look at those who are not of high enough status.

Shen Guining ate fruit while staring at the direction of the gate.

She didn't care about anything else; she only hoped to wait for Mr. Qu.

Unfortunately, he didn't show up even half an hour after the banquet started.

But Zhou Shilin arrived later.

Shen Guining tightened her grip on the cup; the sight of that face made her feel uneasy.

Zhou Shilin stood in front of her, wearing a blue suit that resembled a peacock's plumage, his eyes dark and sinister.

He shouted "Shen Guining" through gritted teeth.

If he could, he would want to kill this woman.

Shen Guining remained seated and spoke casually, "Second Young Master, I didn't mean to kick you last time."

No way, she did it on purpose, she even wanted to kick him a couple more times.

"The second young master is strong and healthy. He should be fine even if I, a girl with little strength, kick him."

The implication is that if anything happens, it's because he himself is physically weak.

Zhou Shilin was furious. If it weren't for the occasion, he would have grabbed her neck and grabbed her tightly.

Is this how you apologize?

She knew perfectly well how hard her kick was.

Shen Guining raised her head slightly, "I've already said it wasn't intentional, what more do you want?" These words sounded exactly like the quotes of a scumbag woman.

Zhou Shilin narrowed his eyes and questioned, "Your Shen family is playing me? Do you still want the cooperation deal?"

Shen Guining didn't care about the collaboration. She lowered her voice and reiterated, "Even if you threaten me, I will not marry you."

Zhou Shilin tried his best to control himself, his gaze fixed on the woman in front of him. "Do you believe I can make it impossible for your Shen family to survive in Hong Kong?"

"I believe you," Shen Guining said lightly.

She fully believed the Zhou family had the means, but what did the Shen family's honor or disgrace have to do with her? In any case, she was just a pawn.

Zhou Shilin felt like he was punching cotton; all his efforts were in vain.

"You just wait, I'll make you come back crying and begging me." He left with these harsh words.

Shen Guining's lips tightened. She glanced down at her phone; it was already past eight o'clock, so Mr. Qu probably wouldn't be coming.

She pursed her lips, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes.

Shen Honglin and Shen Yue were busy building connections and didn't have time to deal with her for the time being.

The lobby was a bit stuffy, so Shen Guining decided to go outside for some fresh air.

Unfortunately, no sooner had she left than a small commotion broke out at the door.

The hosts of the banquet greeted them with smiles, "Mr. Qu, Mr. Zhou, welcome, please come in..."

Qu Yanci and Zhou Chongli came together.

The opportunity was rare, and many people came up to fawn over him.

Qu Yanci represents the entire Qu family, the most prestigious and wealthy family in Beijing's elite circles; who wouldn't want to get to know him?

From the moment he entered, Shen Yue's gaze was drawn to him.

Everyone says that Mr. Zhou is handsome and has an outstanding temperament, but compared to Mr. Qu, he is still slightly inferior.

This Mr. Qu has a perfect appearance and figure, without any flaws. He has a powerful aura, and every move he makes exudes nobility and elegance.

Unfortunately, there were too many people surrounding him, and Shen Yue didn't even have a chance to get close.
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To the right of the hotel is a garden, where carefully planted flowers and plants are fragrant. An artificial lake is carved out in the center of an irregularly shaped circular flower bed, with incandescent lights hanging from the trees, reflecting dappled light and shadow on the water.

Shen Guining strolled along the stone-paved path.

The night view was beautiful, but she had no interest in appreciating it.

What should I do if I can't see Mr. Qu?
Perhaps he has already returned to Beijing, and she is just being delusional. The moon in the sky is not something that can be approached so easily.

Lost in thought, I heard a few barks from a dog.

"Wang Wang-"

It looks like someone is walking their dog here.

Shen Guining returned along the same route.

Halfway there, a huge golden retriever suddenly pounced on her.

"what!"

Startled, Shen Guining screamed and instinctively backed away. Her high heels hit a pebble, causing her to lose her balance and fall to the ground.

Footsteps approached.

Upon seeing that the person who had fallen was Shen Guining, Han Yi was somewhat surprised. "Miss Shen, are you alright?"

The golden retriever seemed to know it had caused trouble, so it lay down by the bushes and pretended to be well-behaved, acting as if it had nothing to do with it.

Shen Guining fell quite hard; something cut her forearm, and blood seeped out, looking rather alarming on her flawless, delicate skin.

Her eyes were red-rimmed, and she looked up with equal surprise, despite the pain: "It's you? Is this your dog?"

"No, it's Mr. Qu's friend's dog. I'm sorry I startled you." Han Yi reached out to help her up. "Where are you hurt? Did it bite you?"

Shen Guining shook her head gently, "No, but my arm was cut."

Fortunately, her ankle was fine; otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to dance for a while.

"Miss Shen, please wait a moment." Han Yi was genuinely surprised by this turn of events and had no choice but to take out his phone and call his boss.