Chapter 21: Ning Qing, I don't have time for your antics

 Chapter 21: Ning Qing, I don't have time for your antics

Ning Qing couldn't hide her surprise. "He asked me to go?"

"Yes," replied Lu Zhe, as he approached and placed the gift box on the table. The logo on the box indicated a luxurious brand, and it was clearly valuable.

"You can take some time to get ready. I'll come to pick you up tonight," he said.

As he turned to leave, Ning Qing blocked his way. Her emotions were turbulent, and her voice was cold. "What does he mean?"

Noticing Ning Qing's suspicious look, Lu Zhe explained, "Madam, please don't misunderstand. It's a special occasion today, and your attendance is required."

Seeing Ning Qing's guard come down, Lu Zhe nodded and walked away.

Ning Qing was confused. After she and Nian Lian parted ways a few days ago, rumors of his affair with Bai Yangyang had spread like wildfire. She had just heard Bai Yangyang admit their relationship with her own mouth...

Was he taking her to the annual meeting to embarrass her?

She pursed her lips and opened the gift box. Her gaze fell on the long white dress inside, made of soft and smooth chiffon. The diamond-studded bodice was delicately embellished, giving the upper body a pure and elegant look without being tacky.

Ning Qing's eyes flashed with amazement, but her expression quickly turned sarcastic as she realized the dress resembled the one Ning Su had worn in the photo.

She raised a powerless smile and lost all interest in the dress.

However, Ning Qing knew better than anyone that Nian Lian would not let her act recklessly. So, in the afternoon, she tidied herself up, took a shower, did her hair and makeup, and waited for Lu Zhe to pick her up.

At exactly six o'clock, Lu Zhe arrived.

He stood below the stairs, listening to the footsteps above and asked, "Madam, are you ready?"

The sound of high heels hitting the ground was sometimes light and sometimes heavy. Lu Zhui frowned and looked up.

Ning Qing wore a black shoulder-baring long dress with a hem that was short in front and long in the back, revealing her slender calves. She wore black high heels and had her shoulder-length hair in a bun, with a strand of curly hair hanging on the side of her face. Her red lips were fiery, her waist was slender, and her posture was graceful.

Lu Zhui had followed Nian Lian for many years and had seen more women than he could count, but he was still captivated by her.

Ning Qing was undoubtedly beautiful.

She was breathtakingly beautiful, without the need for too much embellishment, and could make people fall for her at first sight.

Especially those bright eyes, with their upward tilt at the corners, were somewhat similar to fox eyes. Even a gentle glance from her could electrify a person's body and evoke countless emotions.

As she walked past Lu Zhui, her slender fingers rested on the handrail of the corridor. She made a sound of acknowledgment before Lu Zhui snapped out of his trance and hurriedly lowered his head. "The car is waiting outside."

"Okay."

Without stopping, Ning Qing walked straight towards the outside.

The sun had just set, leaving an orange glow on the ground.

Lu Zhui caught up with her. "Madam, over there is..."

Before he could finish his sentence, Ning Qing had already opened the door.

Inside the car, the man had handsome features that seemed to be carved with a knife, with a lean figure. He wore a black suit with a matching tie, giving off a calm and reserved vibe.

Hearing the sound, Nian Lian turned his head and saw Ning Qing's slightly surprised expression.

His dark eyes swept over her, and his handsome eyebrows furrowed. "What are you wearing?"

Ning Qing's hand was still on the car door, and she looked at him coldly. "Not obvious enough? It's a formal dress."

Nian Lian clenched his fists. The partially bare shoulder stimulated his senses.

"..."

Ning Qing could see his dissatisfaction.

"If you don't like it, I won't go..."

"Get in the car."

Nian Lian expression turned stern, although his actions were the opposite of his emotions. He moved to the side.

Looking back at Ning Qing, his face darkened. "Ning Qing, I don't have time to wait for you to mess around."

Ning Qing's plan failed, so she could only comply with his words and got into the car, heading towards the venue.

(End of this chapter)