Chapter 559: Chapter 559 Meeting New People
"No way, how could I find you annoying? I actually have a lot of free time at home and never know how to spend it. If you come find me more often and keep me company, I would love that," Wen Xin said with a smile.
"I think you’ve forgotten old friends with new ones. Haven’t I asked you out enough before? Yet here you are, inviting someone else in front of me," Miss Ding interjected.
Ariel saw the smile on Wen Xin’s face pause for a moment, but that hint of unnaturalness quickly disappeared, as if it was just an illusion.
But Ariel was sure what she saw was no illusion.
The smile on Ariel’s lips deepened. Initially, she thought the other person was a harmless angel, but it turned out she was a wolf in sheep’s clothing!
In Ariel’s eyes, this Wen Xin before her was much more intriguing than that Miss Ding.
Even though she didn’t know what Wen Xin was plotting or why she was approaching her, Ariel didn’t care. She only cared that Wen Xin was interesting.
As long as this person could consistently arouse her curiosity and provide a good gameplay experience, Ariel didn’t mind being more forgiving and closer to Wen Xin. In some cases, she might even be willing to cooperate with her.
Thinking this, Ariel felt like a merciful and kind hunter, so her smile became even more radiant.
Wen Xin’s scalp tingled from Ariel’s smile, wondering if Ariel had noticed her slip-up and started to suspect her.
But upon looking again, she found Ariel’s smile had no trace of shadow, she shone brightly like a little sun, and Wen Xin’s heart eased.
She felt she was just overthinking it.
"Look how engrossed I am in our chat that I almost forgot what I wanted to ask. Oh, I remember now. I wanted to introduce you to my dad. By the way, what business are you in? If suitable, we could do some business together, after all, wealth is better shared." Wen Xin said with a smile, looking at Xu Ke.
"My family is in the building materials business," Xu Ke replied calmly.
"If it’s building materials, our families may not be able to cooperate, but I can have my dad introduce you to some people. Maybe you can collaborate," Wen Xin considered thoughtfully.
"Wouldn’t that be too much trouble? After all, we only just met today," Ariel said.
"It’s no trouble at all. I’m always like this, right, Little Fish?" Wen Xin looked at Miss Ding.
Miss Ding nodded.
The first time she met Wen Xin and became friends was because Wen Xin pulled in a big deal for their family the first time they met. That’s when they became friends.
Of course, the term ’friends’ was only in Wen Xin’s mind. To Miss Ding, their relationship was merely one of mutual exploitation.
Their relationship wasn’t purely friendship but rather a form of business networking.
"Then I appreciate it," Xu Ke didn’t refuse.
Although Wen Xin seemed innocent and harmless on the surface, even appearing somewhat saintly, Xu Ke felt something was off about her.
It was a feeling of something being inexplicably wrong, but since Ariel liked her.
Ariel rarely showed such interest in someone, so Xu Ke couldn’t bring himself to ask Ariel to stay away from Wen Xin.
At most, Xu Ke thought to himself, I’ll just keep a closer eye on things.
"Let me take you to meet my dad now. Although he looks serious, he’s actually quite easy to get along with," Wen Xin said as she took Ariel’s hand and started walking.
"Really? Our baby is the same. Though he looks serious, he’s actually very cute," Ariel whispered in Wen Xin’s ear.
Wen Xin gave Xu Ke a peculiar look, then shifted her gaze and continued chatting with Ariel nonchalantly.
Miss Ding followed the three of them, her jealousy almost tangible. She really wanted to just leave, but thinking about the scene being witnessed by her family and the consequences she’d face, she lacked the courage to do so, ending up trailing behind Wen Xin like a bullied little sidekick.
And Wen Xin either didn’t notice or didn’t care, continuing to ignore Miss Ding as she walked with Xu Ke and Ariel.
Wen Xin’s father, as she described, looked very stern, with deep nasolabial folds and forehead lines carved onto his face, adding a few traces of weathering. When he put on a stern face, he resembled an iceberg, making people shiver, as if impossible to climb.
But when Wen’s father spoke, it was like an iceberg melting, and everything revived, bringing spring-like life and warmth.
"So, you are the new friends Little Xin made. Not bad, you both seem like excellent people. Xin has been spoiled by me since she was little, she’s a bit too naive. I hope you can be patient with her in your interactions. I’ll thank you on her behalf," Wen’s father said with a gaze as warm as sunshine toward Ariel.
This gaze made Xu Ke very uncomfortable. Xu Ke coughed lightly, placing his hand on Ariel’s shoulder, saying in a mild tone, "My girlfriend and I will take good care of Miss Wen." Xu Ke declared his ownership in front of Wen’s father.
At this point, Wen’s father seemed to notice Xu Ke for the first time, wearing the same kind smile on his face.
"I didn’t realize you were a couple. Young love is so enviable. You two should be together well. I heard mixed-race children are beautiful. If you get married and have children, please remember to invite me. I’m afraid I won’t get to attend Xin’s wedding banquet," Wen’s father said, steering the topic towards Wen Xin and giving her a helpless yet doting look.
"Dad, I’m still young. I’m not in a hurry to get married. Besides, won’t you be reluctant to see me married off? I’m just trying to spend a few more years with you at home," Wen Xin pouted and complained.
"You’re just saying that to appease me. Alright, alright, you young people don’t have to keep this old man company, go and have fun. Young man, do you want to stay here with me to meet this person?" Wen’s father invited Xu Ke.
Upon hearing this, Miss Ding’s breathing became heavier. She’d never been granted such a privilege by Wen Bu to personally meet people. So why did these two annoyances get it?
A flame of jealousy burned intensely in Miss Ding’s chest as if it could turn her into charcoal at any moment.
Her jealousy was so extreme that even breathing felt scorching, but this great opportunity to mingle with the elite was ruthless dismissed by Xu Ke.
"Thank you for the offer, Mr. Wen, but today isn’t convenient as I have to accompany my girlfriend," Xu Ke refused.
"Young people should make the most of their youth to work hard. You can accompany your girlfriend anytime, plus having my daughter with her won’t be boring," Mr. Wen advised.
"Even though that makes sense, I can’t rest assured leaving my girlfriend. I can’t bear to have her out of my sight," Xu Ke lied straightforwardly.