On the weekend, Jian Zhiyan went to see Ming Xihua. Halfway through the drive, her mother called and changed her address temporarily.
"I broke a jadeite necklace before and had to take it to be repaired. The store just called and said it was repaired. I want to go pick it up now. You go to the Guomao Building to find me. We, mother and daughter, can go shopping by the way. Do you think it's okay?
"
When facing Ming Xihua, Jian Zhiyan would never say anything bad.
She merged silently, drove out of the interchange, turned around and drove towards the city.
When we arrived at the shopping mall, it was just noon and there was a huge flow of people. This may be a reflection of the city's luxuriant life. The more expensive the shopping malls, the more people there were, while the shopping malls with discounts and prices were empty.
Jian Zhiyan found a coffee seat, checked her cell phone and waited for a while, when Ming Xihua arrived.
"Daughter," she looked at Jian Zhiyan with a woman's eyes and said disapprovingly, "Why don't you go out dressed nicely?"
Jian Zhiyan: "..."
When she went out, she really didn't bother to dress. She wore a burgundy David's sweatshirt, jeans and sneakers. She wrapped herself in a black down jacket and went out to meet people.
If it weren't for her good looks, she would be a bit unworthy of the shopping mall look.
Passing by the bright glass curtain wall, Jian Zhiyan took a look at the mother and daughter, who looked exactly like stepmother and Cinderella.
Entering the jewelry store, the service staff were obviously more enthusiastic towards Ming Xihua. They asked about his welfare, brought tea and water, and said, "Madam."
Jian Zhiyan sat aside, bored, watching Ming Xihua discuss jadeite, imperial green, Laokeng, Shuitou, etc.
Knowledge points floated in front of her eyes. She seemed to be a good student who listened carefully, but in fact she never took it seriously. Her mind was empty and her eyes drifted away. She looked through the glass curtain wall and watched the people coming and going outside the store.
Until it settled on a familiar figure.
Lu Yin also goes shopping with women?
This realization made Jian Zhiyan frown unconsciously. She didn't know whether it was because there were so many women in Lu Yin or because the world was too small for this to happen.
Jian Zhiyan looked at the woman next to Lu Yin. She was obviously from the entertainment industry. She had a sleek look, fashionable clothes, and a pair of big red lips. She was very conspicuous when walking in the crowd. She was a rare beauty in real life.
Jian Zhiyan turned her head around, saw Ming Xihua, and corrected in her heart: Of course, that woman is still a little worse than her mother. Ming Xihua doesn't even need to be twenty years younger. Even now, she is so beautiful that there is no rival.
And Ming Xihua, who is invincible in the world, is talking.
"...Yes, I think so too. The last time I broke a bead, it was unlucky, so I never wore it. Fortunately, you helped me find one of the same quality and made it up. Otherwise, this string would probably be broken."
It’s at the bottom of the box.”
With that said, Ming Xihua took out his bank card and swiped a few million dollars, feeling refreshed.
The jewelry store wished everyone could send Ming Xihua and her daughter to the door of the store.
"Madam, walk slowly."
The sales lady handed the packaging bag to the driver and bowed again.
Ming Xihua walked straight forward and said, "Last time I came here for shopping, I found a very nice watch, which is suitable for a little girl like you. Come on, I will take you to try it. It is a graduation gift from your mother."
Ming Xihua put the Himalaya on his left hand and held Jian Zhiyan with his right hand.
For the mother and daughter, who had not had physical contact for more than ten years, this sudden closeness was so unfamiliar that Jian Zhiyan subconsciously hid.
Ming Xihua was also stunned, but she was a woman who had seen the storm after all. She was not affected at all and took back her hand with a smile.
"Let's go, don't stand there, let's go eat after shopping, I'm already hungry."
Jian Zhiyan lowered his head to hide the emotions in his eyes. Then he raised his head and found that Lu Yin had walked over on his own initiative.
Not towards her, but towards Ming Xihua, Jian Zhilei's mother.
Lu Yin said politely: "Mrs. Jian."
"It's Lu Yin."
Ming Xihua showed moderate surprise, looked at the female companion who was left behind by Lu Yin, and said.
"Bringing your girlfriend shopping?"
Jian Zhiyan stared at Lu Yin's eyes, but couldn't see any flaws.
"We're just colleagues, let's just hang out," he said.
Ming Xihua smiled very appropriately.
He showed no interest in other people's privacy, nor did he show excessive trust in Lu Yin's words.
She then said, "I forgot to introduce you, my daughter, Zhiyan, has just returned to China."
Lu Yin: "We have met several times."
"Oh, that's great. I need you to take more care of me in the future."
Ming Xihua was just saying polite words, everyone could hear it.
Lu Yin's gaze fell squarely on Jian Zhiyan's shoulder, where two braids were neatly placed, matching the pattern of Mickey's head on the sweater, which made him smile.
Jian Zhiyan's expression was not very good, but he still nodded politely and turned away after finishing the matter.
Lu Yin didn't look any further and said to Ming Xihua.
"I won't disturb you, madam. I'll go back first. Let's get together again when we have the chance."
Ming Xihua nodded, "Say hello to Mrs. Lu for me too."
"OK."
Lu Yin left and met his female companion. The two of them didn't know what they said and walked into a super expensive leather goods store.
After a chance encounter, Ming Xihua was worried and urged Jian Zhiyan to buy a watch with her.
After entering the counter, the service was still enthusiastic. Jian Zhiyan was a little absent-minded, so he pointed at the money casually and Ming Xihua swiped his card generously.
, bought a white ceramic watch.
The mother and daughter walked upstairs. The restaurant had been booked in advance. The two sat by the window, overlooking half of the city of Bei City. They felt relaxed and happy. This weekend could probably come to a successful end.
Unexpectedly, Ming Xihua suddenly became concerned about Jian Zhiyan's work.
She asked her daughter, "Did your brother recently invest in a small company called Baosheng Trading? Do you have the contract?"
Jian Zhiyan was eating silently, but when she heard her mother ask this question, she immediately became alert.
"Why is mom asking about this?"
Ming Xihua saw through it at a glance, "Sure enough, the contract is with you, and your brother quite trusts you."
Jian Zhiyan slowly put down his chopsticks.
Ming Xihua: "Don't be nervous. I'm asking you because Baosheng Trading is your uncle Zuo's company. It's not a big deal for your brother to come out with some money to help his own people. It's up to you."
Jian Zhiyan's reaction was not as good as before. It was indeed not deep enough. The surprise was written all over his face.
She didn't expect that Baosheng Trading was Zuo Mansheng's company, and Zuo Mansheng actually got money from Jian Zhilei.
"But, your brother is a bit stingy, so he only gave you so little. It's not enough for your Uncle Zuo to make a living."
Ming Xihua revealed his purpose, "Daughter, the contract is with you, so I am looking for you to ask you to be accommodating. Can the amount be increased a little bit?"
Jian Zhiyan: "What does it mean to improve?"
"At least," Ming Xihua's eyes flashed with a smile, "At least, add a 0."
"That's impossible!" Jian Zhiyan refused flatly, "I'm just an attorney and can't decide the content of the contract at all. If you ask my brother for this kind of thing, if he agrees, I can add it."
Ming Xihua smiled lightly, "It's enough to find you."
"I went to Jinjing and asked, and the people from the CEO's office said that as long as you review it, the contract can be printed directly. Your brother is not here, and you changed the amount, who can stop you..."
Jian Zhiyan was already a little angry.
"Going against the principal's will and changing the contents of the contract without authorization not only violates professional ethics, but is also illegal. Do you want me to go to jail?"
"What kind of jail?" Ming Xihua didn't care. "Even if your brother knew about it, he wouldn't really blame you. What are you afraid of? At worst, I'll ask your Uncle Zuo to give you a five-point commission when the matter is accomplished."
"Are you asking me to join forces with outsiders to steal my brother's money?!"
Ming Xihua crossed her arms in front of her body, and the expression on her face slowly cooled down from the gentle and loving one just now.
"You have to do it whether you want to do it or not."