Soon after Zhou Chang departed, Xia Xueqing suddenly appeared.
This undoubtedly made Song Qiao's eyes light up. It was only then that he suddenly remembered he hadn't seen Xia Xueqing in a long time.
During this period, he had been busy with various company matters and had no time to get away.
Especially the intellectual battles with Zhou Chang and others some time ago had really exhausted him.
Fortunately, the outcome was satisfactory at least.
Now that he was finally free, he saw Xia Xueqing.
This couldn't help but make Song Qiao, who was already in a good mood, feel even better!
"Why are you here?"
Song Qiao smiled, looked Xia Xueqing up and down, and nodded repeatedly.
"Not bad, you've become even more beautiful!"
"My changes aren't just external!"
Xia Xueqing curved her eyes into crescents and said with a happy smile.
"Of course, internal too! Your internal qualities have also improved a lot!"
Song Qiao seized the opportunity and chimed in.
"No matter the task, when it lands in your hands, it's resolved seamlessly, leaving no hidden dangers! The only downside is that there's too much work, and you're too tired."
Song Qiao praised Xia Xueqing's competence and diligence in various ways.
This delighted Xia Xueqing.
Although she had originally intended to seek praise from Song Qiao, she never expected Song Qiao to exceed her expectations. This made Xia Xueqing feel as happy as eating ice cream.
"Hmph~ Seeing that Young Master Song is so sensible, I'll tell you some good news too!"
Xia Xueqing said with a squinting smile.
"I've basically finished all the business on the side of the beautiful country for you~ When you need it, I'll arrange it for you in advance!"
Hearing this, Song Qiao couldn't help but look at Xia Xueqing with surprise.
Impressive!
Indeed, "when men meet again after three days, they must be regarded with new eyes."
Even Xia Xueqing had a surprising side.
Song Qiao couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.
"Alas! Such a beautiful and capable girl, who knows which lucky guy will end up with her. To be honest, whoever marries you would have smoke rising from their ancestors' graves!"
Xia Xueqing's face turned red at this sudden exclamation.
She shyly lowered her head and whispered, "This lucky guy... isn't it you?"
"What?"
Song Qiao was bewildered and asked subconsciously.
It was a pity that he didn't hear Xia Xueqing's words.
Xia Xueqing immediately reacted, smiled, and shook her head.
"It's nothing! By the way, I'm going to Modu this afternoon for some business that needs personal negotiation."
As she said this, she deliberately looked at Song Qiao with a seductive gaze, her words full of charm.
"So, I can't accompany you."
Then, she raised her slender hands and lightly poked Song Qiao's chest like a dragonfly touching water.
This level of playfulness was quite high.
Even Song Qiao felt a little defenseless.
His "little brother" almost couldn't help but salute on the spot!
Song Qiao couldn't help but swallow hard.
Seeing Song Qiao's awkwardness, a hint of a triumphant smile appeared in Xia Xueqing's eyes.
"Alright, you behave yourself, and don't delay my career. After all, I'm going to be a strong woman today~"
She had a queen-like demeanor.
This was new. The women around Song Qiao were all meek and obedient, but Xia Xueqing was unique, like a scorpion's excrement—one of a kind!
This made Song Qiao feel a sense of novelty.
Since she enjoyed this role-playing game so much, he would play along with her.
Song Qiao made up his mind, feigning a wronged expression, just like the "Oh, what are you doing?" young idols on television.
Especially his pouting, which was incredibly lifelike.
It made Xia Xueqing cover her mouth and giggle.
"Alright, alright, look how wronged you are! Here, I promise you, when I get back, I'll spend quality time with you. How about that?"
With words spoken to this extent, what else could Song Qiao do?
He could only agree.
"You said it, no backing out."
Song Qiao had a smile on his face throughout his conversation with Xia Xueqing.
He didn't even notice it himself.
Xia Xueqing also had a smile on her face.
"Let's go, take me to the airport."
Xia Xueqing winked at Song Qiao, a wink that almost made Song Qiao numb.
There was nothing he could do but reluctantly agree, his bones feeling weak.
After all, Xia Xueqing had been busy with the pharmaceutical company's affairs and hadn't had any rest.
This could be considered compensation for her.
In fact, Song Qiao was also a bit troubled.
Now that his business had grown and become stronger, he was somewhat spread thin, and many things had to be compromised.
He could no longer be as domineering as before, saying "I want it all."
Even if Song Qiao studied the time management techniques of his "island compatriots," it wouldn't be entirely effective.
He personally drove Xia Xueqing to the airport and received a lingering flying kiss.
Watching the plane soar into the sky, Song Qiao felt a little empty.
In a sense, Song Qiao didn't consider himself a "playboy." He just wanted to impart his love fairly to everyone.
Moreover, when interacting with each person, he always considered their feelings wholeheartedly.
How could such a person be called a playboy?
It was simply slander.
Song Qiao tapped his fingers on the steering wheel, and his mind drifted to Li Bingqing.
However, he quickly dismissed the thought.
Li Bingqing was currently in the hospital. A stab wound to the abdomen was not a minor injury. She needed time to recover.
So, he really couldn't ask her out...
What should he do?
Names of girls floated through his mind, but he rejected each one.
Just as he was feeling a bit frustrated, his phone rang.
He picked it up and saw it was a call from Teng Haibo.
"Hello! What are you up to? Come, let's have a drink together and chat about business!"
"I'm not interested in drinking with a man."
"Hey, you're being too formal! Aren't you afraid of hurting my feelings?"
"Nonsense, you'd be hurt?"
"Alright, I know you're the type of guy who won't budge without a beautiful woman. But, hehe..."
Teng Haibo deliberately paused, speaking mysteriously.
"The beautiful girl from Snow Country we saw at Liu Dong Bar last time will also be there! Do you want to come?"
"Haha! Okay, I'll be right there!"
Song Qiao was instantly amused and readily agreed.
"I knew it, you rascal! Hehe, hurry up and come!"
"See you in ten minutes!"
Song Qiao hung up the phone, floored the accelerator, and started with a burnout, speeding towards the location Teng Haibo had mentioned.