Report to the president, the lady doesn't want you anymore

Seeing He Zhao, who usually puts on an arrogant look, now following Zhao Qingqing obediently, just like a responsible bodyguard, Shen Anan couldn't hold back her laughter and almost laughed out loud on the spot.

After just two days of getting along and communicating with Zhao Qingqing, Shen Anan deeply felt that she was really a girl with a very kind heart and a very good personality.

Moreover, anyone with a discerning eye can see that He Zhao obviously likes Zhao Qingqing!

This kind of thing is simply obvious. However, when it comes to Zhao Qingqing's attitude towards He Zhao, she is actually not as cold and ruthless as it seems.

It's just that these two people are both extremely conceited and proud. Neither of them is willing to bow their heads first and easily expose their true feelings deep in their hearts.

So, the three of them strolled leisurely outside for nearly three hours, and finally walked slowly towards the hotel to prepare for their return trip.

As soon as she returned to the hotel, Shen Anan went straight to her room without saying a word, as if she was afraid that something would catch up with her.

On the other hand, Zhao Qingqing was not so lucky to escape quickly, because He Zhao grabbed her without any explanation and dragged her into his room.

Zhao Qingqing asked with a hint of anger, "He Zhao, what do you want to do? I didn't mean to pester you to go shopping with me today!"

Zhao Qingqing crossed her arms over her chest, staring at He Zhao in front of her with vigilance. She looked as if she was facing a great enemy, as if the person standing in front of her was not a familiar person, but a ferocious beast.

At this moment, He Zhao felt an indescribable discomfort deep in his heart, but his handsome face still maintained his usual indifference and calmness, and he did not reveal this emotion at all.

"Hmph! I've been confused about what's been going on in your head all day. Let me tell you, I have a gift for you. In fact, I wanted to give it to you back in Jinghai, but unfortunately we were arguing at the time."

As soon as he finished speaking, He Zhao turned and walked over to a nearby suitcase, reaching in and pulling out an exquisite jewelry box. Then, he pretended to be nonchalant and said, "Look at how poor you look every day. Every time you go out with me on business, people who don't know me would probably mistake me for a boss deliberately mistreating my subordinates! Here, this is the latest necklace. Now it's yours!"

After saying that, He Zhao gently opened the jewelry box in his hand, and inside lay a dazzling necklace - it was exactly the one that Zhao Qingqing had been thinking about for a long time.

The price was staggeringly high, almost equivalent to her total salary for nearly half a year.

However, faced with such an attractive gift, Zhao Qingqing refused without hesitation: "I don't want it!"

Just now, He Zhao's seemingly casual words "It's too shabby at ordinary times" were like a sharp dagger, ruthlessly piercing Zhao Qingqing's fragile heart.

She has always been alone in this world, with no one to rely on. Faced with all the hardships in life, she can only grit her teeth and become extremely strong, because there is no other way for her to go.

When He Zhao heard Zhao Qingqing's ruthless rejection, the words that were about to come out of his mouth to continue persuading her were instantly choked in his throat.

For some reason, a nameless anger suddenly surged in his heart, and even his tone of voice unconsciously took on a hint of gunpowder: "Humph, I've never taken back anything I've given away! Since you don't want it, please dispose of it yourself!"

He Zhao had never been good at expressing his true thoughts and feelings in an appropriate way, while Zhao Qingqing, on the other hand, was notoriously stubborn.

She grew up in a family environment that favors boys over girls. Her father ignored her and her mother never gave her much love.

Being in this depressing atmosphere for a long time, the only emotions she can express correctly now are the two extreme reactions of escape and anger.

Zhao Qingqing responded coldly: "Okay, it's your money anyway." Before she finished speaking, she resolutely threw the things in her hand into the trash can beside her, then turned around and left quickly without even looking back at He Zhao's room.

Looking at Zhao Qingqing's back as she walked further and further away until she disappeared, He Zhao stamped his feet in anger and couldn't help but curse under his breath: "Oh! This damn woman, how could she be so ungrateful and not appreciate my kindness!"

He Zhao reached out his hand with an irritated look and fiercely scratched his once neat hair, as if this was the only way to ease the boredom in his heart. He really couldn't understand why his usually calm and composed mood could be so easily disturbed by the woman named Zhao Qingqing.

Recalling every moment he had spent with Zhao Qingqing, He Zhao couldn't help but shake his head and smile bitterly. This woman was the epitome of unreasonableness, but even so, when facing her, he was always helpless and powerless to resist.

Meanwhile, Zhao Qingqing, upon returning to her room, buried herself in the thick blanket, seemingly trying to escape reality. She felt incredibly disgusted with herself for being so thorny and difficult to approach.

If her good friend Gu Yan was still around, perhaps she could confide her distress to her and ask her how to deal with the chaotic situation.

However, time could not be reversed, and Gu Yan was no longer by their side. Thus, with hearts full of grievances and loss, these people spent a long and difficult night.

The next morning, just as the sun rose, the temperature in Beihuai had already soared to over 35 degrees Celsius. This city's summers were known for being scorching, and compared to other places, the heat was even more unbearable.

Despite the inclement weather, everyone rose early. They had an important trip today—a banquet at the Gong residence. Personal feelings had to be set aside for now; everyone needed to be fully focused on the event.

When He Zhao arrived downstairs at the hotel, he immediately spotted Zhao Qingqing, who had been waiting for him for a long time. Seeing her slightly exhausted figure and the beads of sweat on her forehead, He Zhao's heart softened, and he couldn't help but whisper, "It's so hot, why don't you go wait in the car?"

Hearing He Zhao's proactive words of goodwill, Zhao Qingqing was slightly stunned, and then the tense expression on her face finally eased a little, and she responded in a low voice: "Thank you."

When Zhao Qingqing finally showed her willingness to give in, the depression that had been suppressed in He Zhao's heart seemed to dissipate a lot in an instant. He originally wanted to strike while the iron was hot and say a few more words, but at this moment, He Li and He Mian had already walked down from upstairs.

At the same time, the Gong family had already arranged for a special driver to come and greet them. The Gong family clearly attached great importance to this powerful collaboration between the two parties, after all, this was a major cooperative project involving tens of billions of dollars.

After an hour's drive, they finally arrived at the Gong Family Manor. Nestled in a vast forest at the southernmost tip of the Beihuai region, the manor covered an area exceeding 30,000 square meters, practically the size of a small town.

As the car slowly drove into the manor, the first thing that caught everyone's eye was the uniquely designed and exquisitely carved golden door. The door was engraved with various intricate and delicate patterns, and the dazzling light shone under the sunlight, making people marvel.

Driving along the winding driveway, you will see lush and well-proportioned garden landscapes on both sides, where various rare trees and exotic flowers and plants complement each other, creating a breathtaking beauty.

We enjoyed the beautiful scenery along the way, and it took another fifteen minutes to get from the gate of the manor to the real main house of the Gong family.

It must be said that the Gong family is indeed a great family with a long and rich heritage. The construction cost of this manor alone must have cost hundreds of millions. Just a preliminary understanding of the luxury and grandeur here is enough to shock people.

When they slowly got out of the car and stepped into the magnificent and solemn main house of the Gong family, an indescribable feeling suddenly surged in He Li's heart.

His heart beat wildly without warning, as if touched by some mysterious force, as if something important was about to happen.

"Brother, what's wrong with you?" He Zhao, always attentive to his brothers, noticed He Li's anomaly almost instantly. He looked at He Li with concern, his eyes filled with worry. However, He Li just shook his head gently and smiled, indicating that he was fine.

At this time, the Gong family's well-trained servants had already come to greet them in unison. They skillfully served the guests fragrant tea and prepared clean and comfortable house shoes.

Immediately afterwards, the steady and capable butler of the Gong family walked up with elegant steps and politely led them into the house.

As soon as I stepped into the house, a solemn and dignified atmosphere hit me. The entire room was elegantly decorated, and every detail showed the nobility and extraordinaryness of the Gong family.

Everyone couldn't help but marvel inwardly, and at this moment, they finally saw the real owner of this mansion - Gong Jin.

Gong Jin stood quietly in the backlight, like a towering mountain, impossible to ignore. The powerful aura he emanated was like an invisible torrent, instilling awe in everyone.

Even He Zhao and He Mian, who were always calm and composed, couldn't help but feel nervous at this moment, and their breathing became a little rapid.

He Li naturally also keenly captured the aura coming from Gong Jin that should not be underestimated, but he had no intention of retreating at all.

Instead, he took a deep breath, tried to keep himself calm, and walked forward steadily.

When he was a few steps away from Gong Jin, He Li stopped, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a faint smile, and he was the first to speak: "Gong Jin, long time no see."