Everyone was watching for a show, wondering if Li Hongze would be the one to strip. He was always the one forcing women to undress; this was the first time he was being forced.
Guan Zhizhi wanted to help, but Liu Kai held her back. "Don't go. This woman is too arrogant. Let's teach her a lesson."
"You, Liu Kai, I never thought you were so cowardly. My friend, I can't just stand by."
As they were bickering, Li Hongze finally moved. He returned the check to Lin Wanwan. "Very well, you've caught my attention. Here's my card. Come find me anytime, and I'll treat you to a meal."
Lin Wanwan really wanted to throw the card away, but after thinking, she accepted it. She said, "Thank you. I will visit. I'll treat you to a meal instead, if Young Master Li would do me the honor."
"It's all the same."
Li Hongze left, and a ripple of murmurs went through the crowd. It was a pity they hadn't fought; it was boring.
Now everyone remembered Lin Wanwan. This Mrs. Xie was truly courageous, not giving Young Master Li any special treatment. It seemed there was still hope for Chairman Xie's group.
The incident quickly spread through their social circles. Du Feiyang heard about it and broke out in a cold sweat. He came to find Lin Wanwan. "Sister-in-law, did you really confront Young Master Li?"
"He acted inhumanely, so why should I give him face? Lin Shishi is useless, unable to handle even this small matter. And she still dares to make demands? She's only good as a decorative piece. Her acting is poor, her figure isn't good enough for modeling, and she has a terrible temper. I'll terminate her contract later. She can go wherever she pleases."
Du Feiyang knew their sisterly relationship was terrible and he disliked Lin Shishi. "She's easy to deal with. Keep her if you want, or kick her out if you don't. As for Young Master Li, I'll go with you."
"Alright, let's not delay. We'll go now."
Lin Wanwan called Li Hongze directly. He hadn't woken up yet. Lin Wanwan asked, "Does Young Master Li have time? I'll treat you to lunch."
"Who is this? You invite me, and I'll go?"
Lin Wanwan was silent for a moment, then said, "You owe me a meal from last night. You said you'd treat me, does Young Master Li go back on his word?"
Li Hongze cleared his head. "It's you? Heh, in such a hurry?"
"Say what you will. Are you eating or not?"
"Yes, you pick the place, and I'll be there on time."
Lin Wanwan chose the Tang family's restaurant; she was familiar with it. Li Hongze agreed and was in a good mood. He got up, dressed sharply, looking quite dapper. He hadn't been this happy in a long time.
He drove his sports car to the entrance of the Tang family restaurant and then, humming a tune, arrived at the appointed private room.
"Miss Lin, we meet again."
However, upon entering, he was stunned. Du Feiyang, Tang Ling, and an unknown girl were all staring at him.
Li Hongze was speechless. It wasn't a private meal after all. "So many people, that's good. It's livelier with more people."
"Young Master Li, please have a seat. This is my sister-in-law, Mrs. Xie. She's inexperienced; I apologize on her behalf today."
Li Hongze gave Du Feiyang face, but he felt uncomfortable. He said, "Since she's apologizing, she should be the one to toast me. This request isn't excessive, is it?"
Lin Wanwan said, "It's not excessive. I'll toast Young Master Li three times."
The eight-qian cups were filled to the brim. Lin Wanwan drank without hesitation, finishing them all swiftly and showing the empty bottom of the cup. She drank them clean.
Li Hongze was once again taken aback. She always surprised him. "You, don't drink so fiercely."
Du Feiyang said, "Young Master Li, you've seen my sister-in-law's sincerity, right? Come, let's eat. Dig in."
Lin Wanwan ate, her expression unchanged. Li Hongze, however, kept looking at her. When Lin Wanwan looked back, he immediately pretended to be indifferent.
"Young Master Li, I'm not one for beating around the bush. I'm here because of my husband. You know Li Junhao, right? He used force and framed my husband, seizing my family's assets. You are a direct descendant of the Li family; will you intervene in such matters?"
Li Hongze was caught off guard again. "Miss Lin, I don't know much about business matters. Li Junhao merely manages a branch of the Li family. I don't hold any position in the group, so I can't control him."
Lin Wanwan was a bit disappointed. "Can't you talk to your father about it? Even that won't work?"
Li Hongze fell silent. His father was not someone he could just see whenever he pleased, and even if he did see him, he'd only be scolded. He wasn't a favored child in the family, and their father-son relationship wasn't that close.
"If that's the case, then consider it as if I hadn't said anything. Eat well and drink well. Once we leave this door, we go our separate ways."
Li Hongze glared. "You're too realistic. I can't help, and you immediately turn your back on me?"
"Otherwise? If you can't help, why should I waste my time with you? Isn't it said that people in Hong Kong are very realistic and prioritize profit?"
Lin Wanwan was too straightforward. Du Feiyang even pressed his forehead. He hadn't realized his sister-in-law was so... humorous!
"Young Master Li, my sister-in-law is new here and doesn't understand things. Let's chat. We can hang out in the future. Even if business doesn't work out, friendship remains. More friends mean more paths. I'll toast you, Young Master Li."
Li Hongze drank the toast, suppressing his dejection. Seeing Lin Wanwan's slightly somber expression, he softened a bit. "While I can't plead on your behalf, Li Junhao will listen to me. If he goes too far, call me, and I'll come help you anytime. I won't let him bully you."
Sheng Ruyi had accompanied Lin Wanwan. As her assistant, she had to share Lin Wanwan's burdens. She raised her cup and said, "Thank you, Young Master Li. I'll toast you on behalf of our General Manager Lin. I'm Sheng Ruyi, General Manager Lin's assistant."
"Hello, Miss Sheng. I've heard of Chairman Xie for a long time, but haven't had the pleasure of meeting him. Seeing so many people helping him, he must be a fine person. I envy him for having so many loyal family and friends."
Lin Wanwan liked to hear this. The meal was quite pleasant. After a few drinks, their relationships had much improved.
As they were sending Li Hongze off, Du Feiyang was already calling him "Little Brother Li" and Li Hongze was calling him "Brother Du." They had arranged to go singing together, acting like brothers.
"Afei, drive Young Master Li home. You can't drive after drinking."
"It's alright, I'm not drunk. I'm fine."
"No, if anything happens, it'll be our responsibility. We must ensure you get home safely. Afei, listen to me."
"Yes, Madam. Young Master Li, I'll escort you."
Li Hongze didn't cause any trouble and obediently got into the car, appearing to be asleep.
Only he knew that through the rearview mirror, looking at that spirited woman, his heart was beating exceptionally fast.
Du Feiyang wiped his sweat and asked Lin Wanwan, "Sister-in-law, you drank quite a bit. Let Tang Ling take you back."
"It's fine, I only drank plain water."
Du Feiyang: "..."
No wonder she was so generous, drinking like it was water. It was actually water. Sister-in-law was too cunning.
The main thing was that when drinking with Young Master Li, no one dared to cheat. Only Lin Wanwan, being unaware, was fearless.
Sheng Ruyi smiled and said, "Young Master Du, where are you going? I didn't drink either, I can give you a ride."
"No need. My heart aches. Beautiful women really can't be trusted."
They both laughed. This meeting with Young Master Li had yielded results. If Li Junhao dared to cause trouble, they could bring out Li Hongze.
Li Hongze, are you being polite? Am I your doorman?