Chapter 374: Indeed Have This Thought

Mei Liangying was stunned. She initially thought Xu Shaochen was just bickering with Si Mingfei and didn’t expect it was a gift for her.

“This… this isn’t appropriate.”

Mei Liangying politely declined because she had never received a man’s gift before.

But Xu Shaochen seemed oblivious to her refusal and smiled calmly: “I hope you like it. It’s my first time giving a girl a bracelet, so I have no experience.”

Zhang Wei, Zhao Qing, and others couldn’t help twitching their mouths. Big Brother, she’s already rejected you, how can you pretend not to notice without a blush or heartbeat?

Mei Liangying smiled bitterly inside. Since Xu Shaochen insisted, she couldn’t refuse anymore and extended her hand for him to put it on.

“It’s beautiful.”

After putting it on, Xu Shaochen sincerely commented, as the white wrist contrasted sharply with the green jade.

“Thank you.”

Mei Liangying forced a somewhat unnatural smile, never having worn a bracelet before she felt a bit strange as if she were tied up.

“Scoundrel!”

Si Mingfei saw this scene and angrily muttered through gritted teeth.

He had bought so many things like earrings and necklaces for Mei Liangying, but she accepted none.

Yet now she not only accepted but also allowed Xu Shaochen to put it on for her.

It’s simply outrageous! “Brother Xu, I wish you an early success in winning the beauty.”

Jiang Yaohai said to Xu Shaochen with a half-smile, thinking that Mei Liangying falling into Xu Shaochen’s hands was only a matter of time.

Mei Liangying, hearing this, frowned in disgust but didn’t act out.

Xu Shaochen smiled without responding and said instead: “I heard Young Master Jiang is very interested in the new city project in Fengyang District?”

“Why, does Brother Xu want a piece of the pie too?” Jiang Yaohai said nonchalantly, purely joking.

Xu Shaochen nodded: “Indeed, I have this thought.”

Jiang Yaohai and Yang Ming were both surprised. They didn’t expect Xu Shaochen to really have thoughts on that project.

Without some strength, no one would dare to venture into this project.

Since Xu Shaochen expressed his interest, it meant he believed he had the confidence to take down the project.

For a moment, both were intrigued by Xu Shaochen’s identity.

They exchanged glances and communication. Jiang Yaohai laughed: “Brother Xu has great courage.”

“You’re not any different, Young Master Jiang,” Xu Shaochen replied.

Jiang Yaohai shook his head humbly: “How can I be compared to you? In the Sheng Qin Group, I’m just a humble general manager.”

This statement shows that Sheng Qin Group is strong. Even he is just a medium role, so competing with us, you should think it through.

“Young Master Jiang is too modest,” Xu Shaochen just smiled at his words, not taking them to heart.

According to Zhang Zhi, in the past, seventy percent of Sheng Qin Group’s projects were managed by Jiang Yaohai.

Sheng Qin Group merely stands at the front as a money-making machine, and the big players splitting the money are behind the scenes.

The fact that they can push Jiang Yaohai to the front to seek benefits for them already represents Jiang Yaohai’s abilities.

Afterward, both tactfully avoided the topic, as it was just a simple probe.

However, Mei Liangying was inwardly shocked. Although she worked in entertainment, she knew how huge Fengyang District’s new city project was.

She never expected Xu Shaochen truly aimed for this project.

She thought she had already overestimated Xu Shaochen, only to find she had far from reached his actual level.

The charity auction continued, but Xu Shaochen didn’t make another bid. About forty minutes later, in harmony, the auction ended and people began to leave.

“Brother Xu, if there’s an opportunity, I’d genuinely like to become friends with you.”

Before leaving, Jiang Yaohai said, looking at Xu Shaochen.

“I’d be delighted.”

Xu Shaochen smiled calmly. Jiang Yaohai’s meaning was clear: Xu Shaochen should abandon competing for the Fengyang new city project; then, they could be friends.

If Xu Shaochen insisted on getting involved, they couldn’t be friends – then they’d only be rivals.

Jiang Yaohai frowned slightly, realizing Xu Shaochen was determined to intervene in the new city construction project.

“Farewell.”

With two simple words, Jiang Yaohai and Yang Ming left together.

“Quite boastful.”

After leaving the hotel, Yang Ming said.

“That’s because he has great self-assurance.” Jiang Yaohai bluntly revealed the essence.

Yang Ming shook his head: “However strong, can his financial power compare to Sheng Qin?”

Hearing this, Jiang Yaohai showed a touch of pride on his face. He was confident Sheng Qin’s financial power and network were his greatest reliance.

………

“Chairman Xu, that Jiang Yaohai is not an easy-going character,” Zhang Zhi said to Xu Shaochen.

Xu Shaochen chuckled softly: “If he plays by the rules, I will too. If not, he’ll regret it.”

In fact, Xu Shaochen prefers dealing with those who don’t follow the rules because he can decisively handle them with unorthodox methods.

Zhang Zhi didn’t know what to say hearing this.

“Mr. Xu, we’ll be heading off now. If there’s anything where you need help, just let us know.”

Ji Changming, Zheng Mingwu, and Li Wenhao took their leave from Xu Shaochen.

“Two senior brothers, please deliver the information you’ve collected over this time to the hotel.”

Xu Shaochen said to Zhang Zhi and Zhao Yin.

They nodded: “Alright, we’ll bring it tomorrow.”

Since they weren’t staying at the same hotel as Xu Shaochen, they left after he had finished instructing them.

“Xiaoying, do you want me to give you a ride home?”

Xu Shaochen smiled slightly at Mei Liangying beside him.

Mei Liangying quickly shook her head: “No, my brother will take me back.”

First to refuse Xu Shaochen, second because she had many questions for Mei Liangxin.

“Alright then, I’ll head off first. Oh, and thanks for being my date tonight. Let me thank you with dinner tomorrow night.”

With these words, not giving Mei Liangying a chance to refuse, he left with Zhao Qing, Zhang Wei, Long Yi, and Long Er.

“See, that’s just how shameless he is. You’d better stay away from him,” Mei Liangxin said leisurely.

“Brother, isn’t he your friend?” Mei Liangying asked.

Mei Liangxin sighed: “Precisely because he’s my friend, I know him well and thus advise you to keep your distance.”

He didn’t say why Mei Liangying should stay away from Xu Shaochen, as he wouldn’t speak ill of him behind his back, just provided advice and let Mei Liangying choose herself.

If ultimately the two got together, he’d have no choice but to offer his blessings and acceptance.

“Brother, who exactly is he? How did you know him?” Mei Liangying asked her biggest curiosity.

Mei Liangxin glanced at her and said: “He’s the Young Chairman of Xu Corporation. As for how we met, I won’t say.”

The process of knowing Xu Shaochen was degrading to his dignity as an elder brother, so he couldn’t reveal it.