Fatal Desire

Chapter 124 Dangerous, Not to be Trifled With (2)

Song Xi pondered for a few seconds and said, "The same as always."

Qin Fanghao tossed her long, wavy hair and asked, "How so?"

"Brothers and sisters were kind and respectful, and families were happy in the old days," Song Xi said, her fingertips lightly tracing the rim of her champagne glass.

Even though Zhao Yansen had no romantic feelings for her, he would still treat her like a younger sister and take care of her regularly. Even if they broke up, he would still give her face, elevate her to a position of great importance, and let her choose as she pleased.

In comparison, Song Xi felt like an ungrateful wretch.

Because her brother didn't like her, he erased all the careful care he had given her over the years.

However, love and hate are not things she can control.

Song Xi rested her chin on her hand, her long, curled eyelashes fluttering like butterfly wings, and suddenly asked, "Don't you think I'm a bit lecherous? I'm clearly angry, but I still want to kiss him."

Qin Fanghao's voice rose at the end: "Please, that's your brother!"

With the appearance, strength, methods, and illustrious family background of the Zhao family's heir, who wouldn't be confused if he were a prodigy who excelled in everything?

It's because President Xi's brother is too charming, not because of President Xi.

Qin Fanghao never looks for the reasons within herself; if there's a problem, it's always someone else's fault, and has nothing to do with her.

“Indeed.” Song Xi agreed, saying matter-of-factly, “What’s wrong with me liking my own brother’s looks? It’s not like I like other people’s.”

If you say the two are best friends of many years, Qin Fanghao nodded vigorously: "Don't those movies and literature all say that love will eventually turn into family affection? You and your brother were just born in Rome, with a solid foundation, a match made in heaven!"

Song Xi smiled.

When Qin Fanghao first heard that she liked Zhao Yansen, she was incredulous. Later, she went to study lover and became obsessed.

"Wasn't the lab explosion case all over the internet last time?" Qin Fanghao rested his elbow on the tablecloth and gestured with his chin. "Zuo Ci asked me if Song from Morningside Biotech was you."

Currently, Morningside only publicly discloses its business information. Not many people know that Song Xi is the CEO of Morningside Biotech, and even fewer know that Song Xi is a member of the Zhao family.

Zuo Ci only knew that Song Xi was a powerful young lady from the Beijing entertainment circle who was respected even by film investors; he knew nothing else about her.

Song Xi looked up at the figure in front of him. Speak of the devil, and he appears.

Zuo Ci was walking towards them.

Having been previously blacklisted by capital, Zuo Ci has now made a comeback, leading many to believe he has even more powerful backers, and thus they are treating him with greater respect. Consequently, the clothing sponsor for today's charity event has also been upgraded, and he appears even more sunny and approachable.

Upon seeing Song Xi, Zuo Ci's joy was palpable: "Miss Song, Sister Qin."

Still somewhat shy, he pointed to the seat next to Song Xi and asked, "May I sit here?"

When it comes to status and prestige, seating at charity galas is usually arranged in advance.

However, due to the sensitive identities of some individuals, it was inconvenient to disclose their presence, so several tables were empty. Song Xi was one of them.

Qin Fanghao asked, "Your agent has no objections?"

Although Qin Fanghao is stunningly beautiful and has an aggressive look, she has a good personality and is a hardworking and talented actress.

“I’ve already spoken to her.” Zuo Ci scratched the back of his head and said with a smile, “This is my first time attending such a big event. I’m not familiar with the other people. I only know Miss Song and Sister Qin.”

Song Xi didn't care: "Sit down."

The light refracted by the crystal chandelier scattered like crushed diamonds across every corner of the banquet hall.

Business tycoons in suits and elegantly dressed entertainment stars took their seats. The lights on the auction stage in the center of the banquet hall illuminated. The host warmly thanked the guests for attending the event and then announced the official start of the charity auction.

Unlike the bustling and noisy atmosphere of the hall.

The private room on the second floor was bathed in warm light and shadow. A white jade incense burner emitted wisps of sandalwood fragrance, and a Suzhou embroidered screen stood at the entrance, its silk surface embroidered with pine trees and cranes symbolizing longevity, with gold threads subtly flowing under the light.

Seven or eight handsome and distinguished young men sat scattered on chairs covered with dark red brocade, chatting and laughing.

“Gu Beixiao is used to a life of luxury. For him to lower himself to become a secretary shows he has quite the ambition,” Zhou Ji’an said, sitting in his wheelchair.

Zhao Yansen said calmly, "Ambition is the one thing this group of people has in abundance."

Having witnessed the benefits of power, the children of high-ranking families all aspire to climb the ladder. They are all carefully groomed successors by their families, their paths paved from childhood, so they are unlikely to be anything less than exceptional.

Zhou Ji'an said, "After the Fu family fell, the Gu family rose to power. Your third uncle seems to have a good relationship with the Gu family; he even had breakfast with the eldest son of the Gu family at a restaurant a while ago."

Zhao Yansen placed the white porcelain teacup on the rosewood table. "This is the imperial sword that the old man sent to Jiangcheng. He'll serve in Jiangcheng for a few years as a stepping stone."

Zhou Ji'an understood.

There was a slight noise outside the door, and then a tall figure in a military green uniform walked over.

Xiao Kai sat down on the Xiangfei bamboo couch, legs wide open, and poured himself a cup of tea.

"I was so thirsty! I ran all the way from one end of Chang'an Avenue to here without even breaking a sweat. It was more tiring than a training exercise."

Xiao Kaizhi, the second son of the Xiao family and Xiao Xunzhi's younger brother, rarely showed his face in the military region throughout the year. Today, there was an important meeting near Chang'an Avenue, and he was in charge of the security of important figures, so he took the opportunity to slip away.

"Hey, I just saw our Xibao! When did she get back? She didn't even tell me! I used to catch sparrows for her when she was little. Oh, and there's a handsome young man with her. Is he her boyfriend? Is she back to get married...?"

Xiao Kaizhi was bored in the army. He appeared cold and serious on the surface, but he was actually quite witty and talkative.

"No." Zhao Yansen interrupted him coldly, not having the patience to listen to him finish.

Zhou Ji'an's eyelids twitched suddenly as he looked at Zhao Yansen.

When it comes to Song Xi, this man never tolerates the slightest mistake.

Song Xi's marriage... it's probably no one can overstep their bounds to interfere, and even Song Xi herself can't decide who she wants to marry.

Xiao Kaizhi drank three cups of tea in a row, cleared his throat and said, "Xi Bao's peers, the Jiang family's youngest daughter and the Wen family's youngest sister, aren't they all busy enjoying their youth and dating? You don't date yourself, but you won't let her date either? What kind of logic is that!"

The private room had fallen silent at some point; you could hear a pin drop.

Even Chi Wang, who was playing mahjong behind the partition screen, was unusually silent.

Damn it, he's really not afraid of death, daring to criticize the Zhao family's crown prince.

On second thought, only the Zhao and Xiao families would dare to openly provoke them.

Xiao Kaizhi: "Those girls from the Zhou family are dating normally, aren't they? Look, Zhou Ji'an didn't say anything, right?"

Zhou Ji'an, who was inexplicably called out: "..."

Xiao Kaizhi kept nagging: "You're just too strict. Xi Bao's lively and cheerful personality is so wonderful. She's still young, it won't hurt her to have a few more relationships."

Zhao Yansen's expression remained unchanged as he casually said, "You're quite lax in your management. Why don't you take charge?"

(End of this chapter)