We moved to Golden Courtyard

How should I put it? My mindset is completely different after I quit my job.

I took the elevator to the top floor and found Chief Engineer Xia's office.

"Dong dong!"

"Please come in."

Grandpa Xia's voice is still as strong as ever...

That day at the Meilong base, Chief Engineer Xia's words—"Go do what you want to do, young man"—truly moved Xu Qi deeply.

Furthermore, given Xia Ya's connection... perhaps to Xu Qi, Chief Engineer Xia is less like a group leader and more like an elder, like his grandfather.

"Chief Engineer Xia."

When the door opened, Chief Engineer Xia was clearly taken aback when he heard the voice coming from the doorway. When he saw Xu Qi walk in, he subconsciously adjusted the position of his glasses.

"Xu Qi?"

"Chief Engineer Xia, it's me."

A look of joy immediately spread across the old man's face. He quickly stood up to greet Xu Qi, and immediately took Xu Qi's hand, saying, "You've finally come! I haven't seen you in so long! Come, sit with me for a while."

It must be said that Chief Engineer Xia's performance made Xu Qi feel somewhat flattered.

But then he thought back to how they had spent time together in Meilong that day, and he felt relieved.

Chief Engineer Xia is a truly unconventional person.

"I was hoping you'd come earlier today, but it seems you're a bit late."

"Forehead……"

Xu Qi was a little embarrassed. He really did want to rush over as soon as he received the call, but... Mei was just too much to handle...

Chief Engineer Xia also looked at Xu Qi with suspicion, but when his gaze fell on Xu Qi's neck... the old man immediately showed a look of realization.

He asked very directly, "Is it the same girl from last time?"

Um! ?

Xu Qi was taken aback! And then he saw Chief Engineer Xia point to his neck.

"You didn't look in the mirror before you went out, it's still quite noticeable."

"what……"

Xu Qi immediately realized what was happening, his toes digging into a crook in embarrassment... This... Although Chief Engineer Xia was an elder to him, this kind of thing had been discovered...

Ah... it's so awkward, it feels like I have to say goodbye to this earth!

"Hahahahaha!"

Chief Engineer Xia waved his hand, saying that these young people were more interesting, reminding him of his own youth when he was young, and that he seemed to be just like them.

Are you together? Are you getting married?

I didn't expect Chief Engineer Xia to be so gossipy.

But how should I put it... I always felt that he treated me as a friend, as a junior, or even as his grandson.

After all, Char was his son, and he himself was Char's disciple; in terms of seniority, that was indeed the case.

"Yes, but she's only 18 this year, and she'll have to wait another two years before she's old enough to get married."

"Ah... I see..." Chief Engineer Xia sighed with some regret. "But 18 years old... that's quite young. I remember you're 25 this year, right?"

"Yes, Engineer Xia."

Subconsciously, Xu Qi dropped the word "General" because he felt that calling him that would make him seem more approachable.

"Well, there's no need to worry about it. The most important thing is that two people can support each other and admire one another when they're together. At my age, I've come to terms with most things..."

He was about to take out a cigarette to smoke, but after glancing at Xu Qi, he put it away again.

"Ah, Xia Gong, it's alright, I don't mind."

"Oh! No, no, and also, you mustn't pick up this bad habit, okay?"

"Yeah, I don't smoke. Mei always tells me I'm not allowed to smoke."

"Oh? Is her name Mei? That's a nice name... Remember to tell me on your wedding day, I'll be there."

"Ah."

Of course... In fact, Xu Qi planned to have Xia Gong attend his wedding as an elder.

After saying that, as if he had thought of something, Xia Gong's eyes became somewhat melancholy.

“That brat Char always tells me that Romy’s soul is still wandering in that tunnel. He’s 40 and still not married… but that’s my mistake.”

Xu Qi pursed his lips.

Char...

Even now, Xu Qi's thoughts remain very complicated.

After all, to him, Char was his mentor, only their paths diverged, and he was excessively extreme...

"Let's not talk about this anymore! I'll just pretend I never had this son..."

"Xia Gong!"

"Ok?"

Xu Qi hesitated for a moment and then said, "When you retire, you can call me more often, and I will definitely come to take care of you."

……

The elderly man, whose hair was already gray, couldn't help but smile. The wrinkles on his face were all squeezed together, and he looked... truly happy.

"Let's not talk about that anymore. You're here to resign, right? All the paperwork has been done for you, but we're still missing a stamp."

"what?"

Chief Engineer Xia took out a document.

"I bet you don't know yet, but she's your direct supervisor, so you still need to get her stamp."

"Ok?"

"Then I won't keep you any longer. Oh, by the way..."

For some reason, Xu Qi felt that Chief Engineer Xia's expression was a bit strange, as if... there was a hint of mockery in it.

"The current technical director of Department Six is ​​someone I know. When you see him, please say hello for me."

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With a sense of doubt, Xu Qi drove to Jiuting.

Logically speaking, given Chief Engineer Xia's position, it's just a simple stamp; why would Xu Qi need to make a personal trip? Clearly, Chief Engineer Xia wanted him to meet the new technical director of the Sixth Department.

It's probably because of Char, since he used to sit in that seat.

When Xu Qi stepped into the gate of the Jiuting base, he was filled with emotion, and his feelings were quite different from when he came here last time to pack his things and go back.

After all, this time... it's really time to leave.

Along the way, people encountered Xu Qi and stood there in surprise, but they still subconsciously called out, "Hello, Engineer Xu."

Seeing this, Xu Qi was also taken aback, but he still smiled and nodded in response.

For a junior technical manager to achieve what Xu Qi has done is truly exceptional.

After all, he is... the great hero who saved the Shanghai subway.

Almost everyone on Line 9 knows about the 956 incident, the train that never stopped was stopped by Xu Qi. Calling him a legendary figure is no exaggeration.

As Xu Qi entered the office building, he instinctively turned left, but only after taking a step did he realize—I'm no longer in technical management here…

He shook his head with a wry smile, glanced at the office again, and then... turned and left without looking back.

Goodbye, my past self.

I knocked on the technical director's office door, and a voice came from inside—"Come in."

It's a female voice, and the voice sounds quite familiar.

Xu Qi didn't think much of it, turned the handle and went inside.

The moment Xu Qi walked in, and their eyes met those of the person behind the desk, both of them couldn't help but widen their eyes in surprise.

"Xu...Xu Qi?"

"Xin'an!?"

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Inside the office, Xu Qi casually sat down on the sofa, crossed his legs, and looked around at the familiar place, his face full of smiles like he was reuniting with an old friend.

"So the acquaintance that Engineer Xia was referring to was you... I thought it was someone else."

Xin'an made Xu Qi a cup of tea. This so-called refined egoist had a faint smile on his face, as if the surprise he felt when he first saw Xu Qi was fake.

She sat down next to Xu Qi quite naturally, holding a cup of tea in her hands.

"Surprised? Although you resigned, I didn't. As one of the heroes of the 956 incident, and with Chief Engineer Xia's help, isn't it only right that I sit in this position?"

"That's true."

"Moreover, it was you who offended those big leaders, not me. In fact, because of some unpleasantness between us in the past, everyone is happy that I can climb up the ranks."

I'll do whatever benefits me; I remember I already told you that before.

Xu Qi gave a wry smile.

He's still as blunt and unforgiving as ever. Just as I expected, it's still that Xin'an.

188. Bronya: As a reward, you can have my stockings...

"What about you? You went to Guangcheng for half a month. How are things with your girlfriend?"

Xu Qi held his breath.

To be honest, even if Xia Gong asked him this question, Xu Qi wouldn't have such strange thoughts. He would just tell the truth—that things have progressed to that point and they plan to get married.

But when the object of affection was Xin'an... the kiss the girl gave him when she left still left a very deep impression on Xu Qi.

He hesitated for a moment, then said, "It's fine, why are you asking this?"

Seemingly sensing Xu Qi's hesitation, Xin An turned his head and slowly revealed a smile on his face.

She is actually very beautiful. To describe her as a sophisticated urban woman is not an exaggeration, but simply the truth.

"It's nothing, you're here to get your stamp, right?"

Xin'an took the document from Xu Qi, stood up, and walked to his desk.

It has to be said that she now has quite the air of a leader, and it was only when she stood up that Xu Qi noticed her gray center-parted trousers and suit jacket.

Her outfit, while maintaining a serious and conservative style, also effectively highlights her figure.

Tsk...Fashion

The bright red seal marked Xu Qi's departure from the company.

"I'll submit it to the HR department for you later, so you won't have to make another trip."

Thanks.

“There’s no need. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be in this position at this age. I’m an egoist, and I’ll do anything that benefits me without hesitation.”

Fine... you stubborn fool.

"Would you like to have lunch together?"

"No, I have family waiting for me."

"Oh...you're Mei, right? Your girlfriend?"

"Didn't you see everything that day?"

Yeah... but Xin'an just wanted to confirm it again... that a guy who, once he gets into the zone, has nothing but work on his mind, actually has a girlfriend.

"if……"