Chapter 1306 - 1301: The Evening Party
As the sun was about to set, Ji Xiaohong still hadn't appeared, which made Li Qiang a bit anxious. However, after thinking about it, he patiently waited.
When the last ray of the sunset disappeared behind the horizon, Ji Xiaohong finally stepped out in her high heels. Today, she wore a pure white evening dress, looking almost like she was getting married. The entire dress made Ji Xiaohong look as beautiful as a celestial being fallen to earth, especially with her transparent high heels making her crystal toes appear very alluring.
Li Qiang involuntarily swallowed a mouthful of saliva, got out of the car to open the car door for Ji Xiaohong, and said, "Why do you look so beautiful today?"
Ji Xiaohong smiled indifferently and said, "Have you been enchanted by my beauty?"
Li Qiang laughed and said, "Of course."
As he spoke, his gaze involuntarily fell on her face.
Ji Xiaohong playfully punched Li Qiang in the chest and angrily said, "What are you looking at?"
Li Qiang shrugged helplessly and said, "I'm not looking at anything. Well, you can't blame me since you're wearing such an outfit. Aren't you dressed to be looked at?"
Ji Xiaohong punched his chest again and said, "What are you talking about? I dressed this way because it looks good."
Li Qiang said helplessly, "You're dressed like this to attract attention. I did believe you were simply dressing because it looks nice. At tonight's party, a lot of people will certainly be looking."
Ji Xiaohong angrily pointed at Li Qiang and said, "I want others to see, so what? What does it have to do with you?"
After saying this, she angrily shut the car door.
Li Qiang shrugged helplessly and said, "What's the big deal? It's not like I haven't seen it before."
Ji Xiaohong, sitting in the back, went crazy upon hearing this, grabbing Li Qiang by the neck and said, "I've told you already, if you bring up that incident from that night again, I'll choke you to death."
Li Qiang was immediately scared speechless, and when he wanted to struggle, he found Ji Xiaohong's hands were like two large iron clamps, and he was almost out of breath.
Li Qiang gasped heavily, his face flushed red, and said, "Are you trying to silence me?"
Ji Xiaohong coldly looked at Li Qiang and said, "I told you countless times, never bring up that night again."
With that, her hands slowly started to reach out again.
Li Qiang coughed twice, blocked her hand, and said, "Okay, okay, I'll never mention that night again." Then he took a few more breaths before continuing, "How come you're almost like you have a split personality now?"
"What did you say?" Ji Xiaohong glared at Li Qiang and said.
Li Qiang waved his hands frantically and said, "I didn't say anything. I didn't say anything. Okay, where is the party held?"
Ji Xiaohong adjusted the front of her dress, coldly said, "Dusi Hotel."
"What?" Li Qiang's eyes widened in disbelief and said, "The party is held at Dusi Hotel? That's the biggest hotel here. How many prominent figures are coming tonight?"
Ji Xiaohong glared at Li Qiang again and said, "You know that, so don't talk nonsense when you get there. Even someone like Li Gongming is treated like a nobody in there."
Li Qiang furrowed his brows, turned his head to look ahead, then turned his head back to Ji Xiaohong and said, "Are the people coming tonight all big shots?"
Ji Xiaohong's tone remained icy as she said, "Whether it's here or the entire Middle East region, these people are top-tier, so make sure to be careful when you speak. If you offend anyone, even we can't bear the consequences."
Li Qiang thought for a moment and said, "You know I speak recklessly, I'm sure to offend a lot of people if I go."
Ji Xiaohong coldly glared at Li Qiang and said, "Then just stick by my side and don't speak unless necessary." She turned furiously and looked out the window.
Li Qiang shrugged helplessly, turned back and started the car.
When the car was less than a kilometer from Dusi Hotel, Li Qiang saw the red carpet laid on the ground and said somewhat puzzled, "Why is it so extravagant?"
Ji Xiaohong looked over and said, "Maybe some celebrities will show up tonight."
Li Qiang's eyes widened immediately and said, "Male or female celebrities?"
Ji Xiaohong glared at Li Qiang and said, "What kind of celebrity doesn't concern you. Tonight just stay by my side."
Li Qiang was stunned and didn't say anything, then focused on parking.
"You damn pervert, if it weren't for the fact that big names are coming tonight, and I need a male companion by my side, do you think I'd bring you here?"
After hearing Ji Xiaohong's thoughts, Li Qiang couldn't help but show a wry smile, silently sighing in his heart.
Upon getting out of the car, Li Qiang opened the door for Ji Xiaohong. As she stepped out, a few unknown reporters snapped some photos and then left. Li Qiang wrapped his arm around Ji Xiaohong's waist, walking slowly along the red carpet into the venue.
Ji Xiaohong whispered with a smile, "Why are you holding me so tightly?"
Li Qiang smirked and whispered, "Isn't this to show we're close? This way, you'll be even more of a focal point here."
Ji Xiaohong rolled her eyes at Li Qiang in exasperation, and the two continued to walk forward.
With an amused chuckle inwardly, Li Qiang's fingers started to misbehave, eventually touching the top of Ji Xiaohong's hair.
Ji Xiaohong was taken aback and was about to get angry when Li Qiang said, "Inside here are some big figures. It's best if you don't lose your temper, or it might ruin your image."
Ji Xiaohong coldly said, "Li Qiang, remember this: if you dare to make any further moves, I'll strangle you once we're back."
Ji Xiaohong was so angry her face almost turned green, but considering the situation, she could only continue forward with a smile.
When they entered the hall, Li Qiang's eyes widened in amazement. The level of luxury here could easily be compared to a palace in the United Kingdom; even the term "gilded splendor" couldn't fully capture its opulence.
A lot of people had already arrived in the hall. When Li Qiang and Ji Xiaohong entered, although a few people glanced their way, realizing they didn't know them, they turned back to chat with their friends.
Li Qiang's fingers began to wander again on Ji Xiaohong's waist, whispering, "You don't have a single friend here, do you? We can't just stand here basking in awkwardness!"
Ji Xiaohong whispered back, "Stop bothering me; I'm also looking."
Li Qiang kept his arm around Ji Xiaohong as they continued walking inside. By the time they reached the table with the food, Ji Xiaohong still hadn't found any familiar faces. Li Qiang couldn't help saying, "If worst comes to worst, go find your father. Standing here, we might be mistaken for beggars." As he spoke, Li Qiang grabbed two glasses of champagne from a passing waiter.
Ji Xiaohong accepted the champagne Li Qiang handed her, then stomped hard on his foot while whispering, "My dad is likely chatting with those bigwigs; he won't be here right now."
Li Qiang endured the intense pain and didn't dare make a sound. After a moment of thought, he said, "So, what do we do? If we stay here, we'll be taken for fools."
Ji Xiaohong shot a cold glare at Li Qiang, saying, "You feel awkward? You're probably quite enjoying yourself draped over me."
Li Qiang thought about it and agreed, so he stopped talking, instead caressing Ji Xiaohong's body freely, sometimes resting his fingers on her waist, sometimes on her backside.
Smiling, Li Qiang turned with Ji Xiaohong in his arms, causing both of them to shudder simultaneously.
Seeing Li Gongming and his female companion approaching, Li Qiang whispered, "Great, now we're really going to be laughed at by Li Gongming."
Just after Li Qiang finished speaking, they saw Li Gongming, with his female companion, take a loop around the living room before heading towards them.
Ji Xiaohong hesitated and said, "What's happening? Is Li Gongming planning to cause trouble for you here?"
Li Qiang snorted, "Don't worry; he won't make a move here. He just hasn't found anyone he knows and, seeing us two here, of course, he has to come over."
After saying this, Li Qiang looked at Li Gongming, who was approaching with a smile, and said, "So it's Mr. Li. Long time no see; I wonder how you've been doing."
Li Qiang reached out and shook hands firmly with Li Gongming, both seeming cordial on the surface while exerting considerable strength.
Ji Xiaohong only nodded at the woman next to Li Gongming without saying anything.
Li Gongming smiled and said, "Not bad, not bad. I heard the business of your Sichuan University Group is failing here, right?"
Li Qiang laughed while patting Li Gongming's shoulder, pretending to be familiar: "Mr. Li, who told you that rumor? Our Sichuan University Group won't go down so easily; some people are bound to have bad luck."
Li Qiang's words implied that Li Gongming wouldn't have a good ending either.
Li Gongming chuckled and said, "Oh really? If that's the case, I'd like to see it. But Li Qiang, our issues aren't settled yet; I'm definitely going to have a word with someone."
Knowing full well that "someone" referred to himself, Li Qiang chuckled and said, "That person won't let you off easily either."
Muscles in Li Gongming's face twitched briefly, yet he kept smiling and said, "Well, tell that person to be careful in the future."
Seeing the two men like this, Ji Xiaohong quickly interjected with a smile, "Mr. Li, it seems like you haven't introduced the woman by your side yet?"
Li Gongming's face immediately showed a sycophantic smile as he said, "This is my girlfriend Zhao Wenjing," and just as he was about to introduce Zhao Wenjing to Ji Xiaohong, Li Qiang interrupted, "This is my girlfriend Ji Xiaohong." Saying that, he pulled Ji Xiaohong in closer, intentionally letting his fingers roam over her waist.