Chapter 159 - 158 Are You Jealous?
She couldn’t believe that Mu Shuoqian would lower himself to dine in such a small restaurant; clearly, her text message had catalyzed this.
Li Ruhai and others had seen her early on, but Mu Shuoqian did not make any statement, so they didn’t dare to act, only pretending not to see her along with him. However, their composure was limited, and their glances still involuntarily drifted over here now and then.
No wonder the meeting was abruptly adjourned when Young Master Qian suddenly said he wanted to eat. It’s well known that he never has the habit of treating everyone to a meal after meetings, especially since the meeting wasn’t even over. But everyone was actually relieved. He was in a foul mood that day, having scolded them all during the meeting, so if going to eat could ease his temper, they’d endure fewer rebukes.
Li Ruhai initially thought Young Master Qian might go to the Xiangshan Club or a restaurant of the Pujing Group. But following his car through the main and side streets led them to this secluded little restaurant, which was even smaller than his living room.
However, upon entering and seeing Gu Qili sitting there, he instantly understood why Young Master Qian would come all this way to eat—his little translator was here.
Soon after, Yuan Yi came in, bringing Mu Shuoqian’s cutlery over. Likewise, he pretended not to recognize Gu Qili and just walked stiffly past her.
Though everyone at the big table pretended not to know her, Mickey recognized Mu Shuoqian. She kicked Gu Qili under the table, and Gu Qili kicked her back. Both of them appeared calm on the surface but communicated with their feet underneath.
Chen Yishu had some dishes, and putting down his chopsticks, he said, "I finally remember who he is."