“Stop chatting and get started. My craving for alcohol is kicking in,” Jiang Qixin expressed his impatience.
Guo Xuyang knew Jiang Qixin was doing this deliberately, trying to bridge the gap between them with this approach.
“Since Director Jiang has suggested it, let’s begin. Xiao Yu, pour Director Jiang a drink.”
“Huh? Me?” Xiao Yu was caught off guard, unsure why she was being asked to pour a drink.
Wasn't it agreed they were just coming for a meal? Why was she being asked to pour drinks now?
“Never mind, don’t trouble the young lady. One bottle for each person. Whoever drinks pours for themselves. We can ask for more if needed,” Jiang Qixin waved his hand.
Guo Xuyang looked at Jiang Qixin, who appeared about eighty percent intoxicated, and said, “Alright, I’ll come earlier tomorrow. Make sure there’s enough alcohol ready.”
“You can rest assured, there will be plenty of alcohol tomorrow.”
“Liang Zi, you’ll take me back later. Old Zhan, you’ll come with us.” Jiang Qixin said to the two.
“I’ve already arranged for people to be there. Be careful when you leave. Brother Liang, you get them both safely to the hotel, I won’t be going along.” Guo Xuyang said to the group.
“It’s fine, you do your thing. I’ll help them get there,” Lü Liang said, helping Jiang Qixin to his feet.
“It’s good to drink happily today. I haven’t had such an enjoyable drink in a while.”
“As long as you’re happy, take it slow,” Zhan Qingguo said, moving to help support Jiang Qixin’s arm from the other side.
Jiang Qixin had downed two bottles himself today, and Guo Xuyang was not to be outdone, having also finished two bottles. Jiang Qixin’s drinking capacity was no match for Guo Xuyang’s; he was helped into the car by the two men.
“Go back slowly on the road,” Guo Xuyang waved goodbye.
“You’ve had quite a bit today too, drink plenty of water when you get back,” Lü Liang told him.
“It’s fine, Brother Liang. Thanks for your trouble today.”
“It’s what I should do. This is the first time I’ve seen the boss drink so much.”
“He has something on his mind. It’ll be fine once it’s resolved.”
“Understood, let’s go.” Zhan Qingguo also waved at him. “Goodbye, President Guo!”
“Goodbye.” Xiao Yu stood obediently by Guo Xuyang’s side, watching him see the group off.
“Are you okay?”
“Do I look like I’m not?” Guo Xuyang looked at her.
“You seem fine, as if you haven’t drunk anything.”
“That’s what I’m saying. I’m not afraid of anyone when it comes to drinking.”
“What does that Director Jiang you mentioned do? How can he drink so much?”
“He’s a special agent chief, like that Super Spy Ling Ling Qi you talked about.”
“Him? Old and ugly, how can he be a super spy?”
“Who says a super spy has to be handsome and charming?”
“Didn’t you see the movies? Those Ling Ling Qi characters are all very charismatic and have great luck with women.”
“Don’t underestimate him. Even the local officials here have to show him respect.”
“Is that Mayor Lin you mentioned a real mayor?”
“Why would that be false? Once you’re back, you can just go to Experimental High School to start classes.”
“Really? That’s the cradle of key universities.”
“Didn’t Mayor Lin just say that? You can go straight to Experimental High School when you return.”
“That’s great, thank you,” Xiao Yu said, hugging him.
“You’re too thin, you’re poking me,” Guo Xuyang said.
“You’re so annoying,” Xiao Yu said, giving him a playful kick and running off.
“When are you going to get your schoolbag?”
“You’re already in this state, how can you go? Let’s wait until tomorrow.”
“You can drive, can’t you? Drive me there yourself.”
“I don’t have a driver’s license.”
“It’s okay, I’m here. Here are the keys.” Guo Xuyang took out the car keys.
“You’re really letting me drive?”
“Do you think I’m kidding?”
“What if something happens?”
“If you have so little confidence, then you shouldn’t drive.”
“I do. I can drive,” Xiao Yu said, snatching the keys.