"No, no," Du Qiuyu said, waving her hands in a hurry, then urged everyone to finish up as soon as possible.
By evening, everything was done.
Seeing Li Yang stand up, Du Qiuyu quickly said, "Boss Li, the security system is installed. If there's nothing else, we'll be leaving now."
"Won't you stay for dinner?" Li Yang asked with a smile.
Du Qiuyu's cheeks flushed. "No, no. We're in a hurry to get back and report. If there's a chance, we'll see you next time."
With that, she didn't wait for Li Yang's reply and led her people out.
The company colleagues exchanged glances. What was going on? Their boss was inviting them to dinner, what a great opportunity, how could they refuse!
But seeing Du Qiuyu's somewhat flustered expression, it was clear something was going on, so they didn't say anything further.
Li Yang touched his nose and muttered, "Do I look that scary?"
"Boss is wise, mighty, imposing, handsome, and talented. How could he be scary? Everyone longs for a chance to get close to you!" Er Dong complimented with a smile.
Li Yang patted his shoulder. "Good flattery. Next time, don't be so over the top. I have something to attend to, so I'm leaving. You take good care of the shop."
"Yes, Boss, I guarantee everything will be foolproof," Er Dong nodded with a smile.
Li Yang smiled, and as he walked out of the shop, he picked up a few jade ornaments from the counter. "Old Dong, please include these in the accounts."
"Yes, Boss," Er Dong replied.
Even the boss had to account for items taken from the shop. If one or two were not recorded, it would be fine, but if there were many, leading to discrepancies later, the consequences would be endless and the trouble immense.
Taking out his phone to call Murong Xue, Li Yang got into his car, and the call was just connected.
"Hello, what is it?" Murong Xue's tone was a bit cold, not specifically directed at Li Yang, but that was how she usually spoke.
Li Yang smiled. "Didn't we agree last night that I would visit your place? Is it still a good time?"
"Hmph, you still remember? Why didn't you forget today too?" Murong Xue asked with amusement.
Li Yang smiled. "I was really held up yesterday; otherwise, I definitely wouldn't have missed it. I'm just asking if today is convenient for you. If not, I'll hang up now and call you another day."
"Don't bother calling another day, just come over quickly. I'll send you the address." Murong Xue had prepared some things for today, and if Li Yang didn't come, all her efforts would be in vain.
Li Yang smiled. "Alright, I'll drive over now."
"As soon as possible," Murong Xue said, hanging up the phone, then went to tell her mother that Li Yang was coming.
"Mom, Li Yang said he'll be here soon."
"Really? That's great. You tidy up the table, and I'll prepare some of my signature dishes!" Murong's mother said joyfully, quickly put on her apron, and started cooking.
When Li Yang arrived at Murong Xue's doorstep with gifts, before the door even opened, he could smell the aroma of cooking.
"Braised pork trotters?"
"Your nose is quite sensitive." The door opened, and Murong Xue, with a slight smile, stared at him. "I haven't even opened the door, and you already know what my mom is cooking. You must be quite the foodie."
"If a person isn't enthusiastic about eating, what else can they accomplish?" Li Yang said with a chuckle, handing her one of the gifts. "This is a gift for you. I hope you like it?"
"What gift is it?" Murong Xue was a little surprised that he brought a gift for just a dinner visit.
Li Yang smiled mysteriously. "Open it and see. I think it suits your temperament quite well."
"So secretive, what is it?" Murong Xue glanced at him, took the gift bag, and opened it. Inside was a jade pendant carved with several lifelike and adorable snow rabbits. Her eyes lit up, and she exclaimed, "It's so beautiful."
"I'm glad you like it," Li Yang said with a smile.
Murong Xue nodded, truly liking the snow rabbit jade pendant. She stroked it a few times, her heart filling with joy.
But what did this guy mean by giving me snow rabbits?
Was he calling me cute, well-behaved, beautiful, or pure?
As she was lost in thought, Li Yang, carrying another gift box, walked inside.
"Auntie, this is a gift for you," Li Yang said with a smile.
Upon seeing him, Murong Xue's mother immediately smiled happily and said, "Oh, Mr. Li, you didn't have to go to such expense just by coming."
"It's just a small gift, no expense at all. Besides, I apologize for breaking my promise last night. Consider it my apology to you, Auntie," Li Yang said, handing her the gift bag.
Murong's mother accepted it with a beaming smile. Seeing Li Yang arrive made her face glow.
Upon opening the gift bag, she found a pair of high-ice-grade violet jade bangles. As an experienced middle-aged woman, Murong's mother could tell at a glance how much these jade bangles were worth.
At least two million!
She was startled and quickly said, "This is too precious, too precious! Mr. Li, I cannot accept this gift."
"Auntie, please don't be so formal with me. I'm in this business. Even though they sell for a lot on the market, the actual cost isn't that high; the markup is very significant," Li Yang said, waving his hand with a smile. "Besides, once a gift is given, there's no reason to take it back."
"Auntie, please accept it."
"This..." Murong's mother hesitated. To say she didn't like the bangles would be a lie. But these bangles were indeed too expensive; even without the markup, they were worth hundreds of thousands!
For their honest and hardworking family, although their income was quite good, much higher than ordinary people, wearing such luxury items was indeed a bit extravagant financially.
Seeing her hesitation, Li Yang immediately changed the subject. "Auntie, what else are you cooking in the kitchen? It smells so good."
"Oh dear, seeing Mr. Li, I almost forgot. The chicken soup is simmering on the stove." Murong's mother immediately remembered and hurried towards the kitchen. "Xiao Xue, you quickly entertain Mr. Li. I'll bring out the dishes and food shortly."
"I don't need anyone to entertain me, Auntie. Let me help," Li Yang said with a smile and also walked into the kitchen.
Murong Xue also entered.
Soon, the few of them brought out all the dishes and sat around the dining table.
Murong's mother smiled and secretly kicked Murong Xue's calf. "Ah Xue, this is your friend. Why aren't you quickly serving Mr. Li?"