Men are all the same, who can truly be more noble than another?
Not only did he get involved in scandals with women that trended on social media, but wherever he went, there were always a few such women following him.
It was simply that they weren't sitting on his lap, but the way things were, any man could figure out the implications.
What a pity for these two young girls, not only unable to eat but also having to pour wine for him.
Director Xie felt a little unaccustomed to this, and said with a smile, "You've worked hard."
"It's no trouble. It's what I should do."
"How old are you this year? Where are you from?"
"Twenty. Film academy."
"President Zhan is bringing you out to broaden your horizons and gain experience. His intentions are indeed profound."
"Yes, it's an opportunity many people wish for. We must thank President Zhan."
After pouring the wine, the girls retreated, and Jiang Nan Fang couldn't help but inwardly scoff.
He's getting more and more interesting. Film academy students? Heh. After the fig leaf was ripped off, he completely stopped caring about appearances.
Look at how he used to act with her.
"Except for you, I haven't touched any other woman. Anyone who gets close to me makes me sick."
Thinking of those ridiculous words, she felt more foolish than a pig.
She divorced him without taking any of his assets.
What kind of backbone was that!
If you don't spend it, other women will find ways to spend it for you! Who knows how much will be left when the children grow up!
She originally wanted a graceful separation, to leave a strong and independent image in Zhan Bei Jue's heart for the sake of their children.
But through today's events, she had completely woken up.
There was no need. Arguing about self-respect with a shameless person was simply false nobility.
It was useless, apart from self-indulgence!
After this weekend, she would go find him to demand money and get back every bit that was hers! She wouldn't let this scumbag profit!
After a few rounds of drinks and with most of the meal finished, the conversation had covered most topics. It was time to wrap up.
But Zhan Bei Jue hadn't achieved his goal yet, so just before the end, he suggested that the two sisters perform a show to liven things up.
"They're from the film academy. Someone went to great lengths to find me, asking me to help them and give them more opportunities to gain experience."
"Since the two ladies are here today, it wouldn't be good to have them standing around the whole time. How about this, perform a show for all the leaders."
"If you like it, give them a round of applause. If you don't, just pretend nothing happened. We're here to have a good time, what do you say?"
With his wife present and the father of a good friend there, having two young girls perform was indeed inappropriate.
But no one wanted to refuse Zhan Bei Jue.
The two sisters were bold and went straight to singing and dancing, quickly igniting the atmosphere.
Everyone cooperated by clapping.
"Well done. In the future, we'll be counting on you to produce more good works to cleanse our eyes."
At this point, the two should have made their graceful exit.
But Zhan Bei Jue didn't let them go down. Instead, he turned his gaze towards Jiang Nan Fang, who was sitting across from him, seemingly unconcerned.
She seemed particularly interested in the hot and sour soup tonight, having already had two bowls.
While others performed, she was drinking soup.
Just as she finished the last mouthful in her bowl, Director Xie took the bowl and was about to refill it for her.
It was at this moment that Zhan Bei Jue spoke.
"As far as I know, Director Xie is not yet married. I wonder if you have anyone you admire."
Director Xie's hand paused slightly. For some reason, he suddenly brought up this topic.
Could it be that he wanted to give him one of the girls from tonight?
"Why did President Zhan suddenly think to ask this?"
"It's nothing. A beautiful night, talented people, it naturally brought it to mind."
Zhan Bei Jue smiled faintly.
"I just wanted to let you know that I know the lady next to you. If you two wish to develop a relationship, I can help facilitate it."
The two had not exchanged a single word from head to toe. Moreover, when they first came in, Zhan Bei Jue seemed to look down on Jiang Nan Fang a bit.
Director Xie absolutely did not expect them to know each other.
Zhan Bei Jue was clearly picking a fight with Jiang Nan Fang today.
The atmosphere was building up perfectly, and he just had to make things awkward.
All eyes turned to Jiang Nan Fang.
With no other choice, she had to put down her soup spoon and sit up straight.
Zhan Bei Jue: "Ms. Jiang, aren't you going to say hello to me?"
Hello your sister.
Crazy.
Is having an ex-husband like you something to brag about?
Jiang Nan Fang sneered, "President Zhan is so busy with his work that he forgets easily. How would I know if you still remember me?"
"Ms. Jiang, you are too kind. No matter how busy I am, I could never forget you."
He turned his head and scanned everyone.
"Perhaps everyone doesn't know yet, but I was married before, though my partner was never publicly revealed."
"Why? Because Ms. Jiang always used to quarrel with me. We broke up and got back together many times. Although we have a child, our relationship has always been strained."
"You're eating and drinking here now, who is taking care of the children?"
Director Xie's eyes widened.
He never expected that the young woman who had been so low-key the entire time, and whom he had fallen for at first sight, was Zhan Bei Jue's ex-wife.
The child Zhan Bei Jue had rumored about was born to her!
Jiang Nan Fang didn't know what his intentions were in saying this at this moment.
But she knew that Zhan Bei Jue was determined to make her unhappy tonight.
She really wanted to pick up the soup in front of her and smash it over his head!
"The children are older now, they need to learn to be independent and can take care of themselves. If Mr. Zhan is worried, he can personally take care of them."
"But I suspect you won't have the time. Today you're taking this sister out to broaden her horizons, tomorrow you'll be getting resources for that sister, and the day after tomorrow you'll be sending other sisters abroad for further studies. You're very busy."
This was the attitude he wanted, and Zhan Bei Jue smiled with a curl of his lips.
"You know my affairs so clearly, could it be that you still have feelings for me?"
Still have feelings for you?
"Mr. Zhan, you worry too much."
Jiang Nan Fang continued to sneer.
"I know myself. I can't sing, I can't dance, and I can't act coy. I'm not suited to be your canary, and I'm not interested in your birdcage. What you're thinking is nonexistent."
"That's good. I've run into you twice in the same place in two weeks. I thought you missed me and were deliberately trying to get close."
"Since we've clarified things face-to-face today, I'm relieved. You two continue, I won't disturb you."
After speaking, Zhan Bei Jue maliciously added another sentence.
"Oh, excuse me, one more reminder, Ms. Jiang, today's lipstick color doesn't suit you well."
"If I remember correctly, you're about to turn 30. Such a pinkish color..."
He shook his head, making an expression of indescribable complexity.
Chen Jiaojiao had heard gossip from Zhou Jinbei a few days ago, saying that her brother and sister-in-law seemed to have reconciled and were waiting to eat their wedding candy again.
But what had she seen today!
She had seen his gentle side, his meticulous care for Jiang Nan Fang, a look in his eyes that saw no one else but her.
Now, looking again.
So heartless, so aggressive, as if he had completely changed souls. She felt indignant on behalf of Jiang Nan Fang.
She wanted to splash the wine in front of her onto his face!
Fortunately, Jiang Nan Fang did it herself.