Fated Love With the Billionaire
Chapter 89 I Remind You as a Woman

Chapter 89: Chapter 89 I Remind You as a Woman

Chen Ningxi reviewed her video conversation with Cheng Qiaobei before going to sleep. Although they laughed a lot during the chat, his expression was off, and his gaze occasionally avoided hers as if he had done something to betray her. Considering the current state of their relationship, the only matter that could make him feel guilty was the meeting with Cheng Qiaobei’s father.

Apparently, his father was unwilling to meet; unwillingness meant disagreement, so he felt he had let her down. When viewed this way, the logic made sense.

Chen Ningxi opened her phone calendar. Their superior had just spoken with the three candidates, and Bai Haifeng would officially step back from his position at the end of April. The person taking over should be decided in mid-April, with just a couple of weeks until the final result. The wind power project was proceeding step by step, and with rare free time from work, she could find an opportunity to have a face-to-face chat with Cheng Qiaobei.

Naturally, any conversation should yield results.

She didn’t like to drag things out; for anything, it was best to cut like a knife through tangled threads.

The next day.

Cheng Xiangheng suddenly contacted Cheng Qiaobei. Seeing his number, he understood the purpose immediately and gestured for Wei Lai to leave. Only after the door was closed did he answer the call.

"Mr. Cheng."

Cheng Xiangheng said, "Five o’clock tomorrow evening, go to box number 9 at the Golden Goblet in Danjiang. I’ve arranged for you to meet Zhou Sui."

Cheng Qiaobei replied, "Zhou Sui from Huilu Group."

Cheng Xiangheng said, "Yes."

The line went silent for a few seconds before Cheng Xiangheng spoke again, "Don’t be late."

Cheng Qiaobei said, "I have a girlfriend."

He just said one sentence before hanging up the phone.

When Cheng Qiaobei dialed back, Cheng Xiangheng’s phone was answered by his secretary again.

Secretary Zheng said, "CEO Cheng is in a meeting. If it’s urgent, I can pass the message, and he will get back to you after the meeting."

"No need."

He hung up the phone.

On Friday, before leaving, Cheng Qiaobei informed Wei Lai, "I’m going back to Danjiang for two days over the weekend. Please take care of things here."

Wei Lai knew he was going on a blind date that night, "Still haven’t reached Mr. Cheng?"

"No."

"Does Chen Ningxi know about your date?"

"No."

Wei Lai’s expression turned subtle, "Well, if it were me, I wouldn’t dare mention it either."

"In terms of creating awkward silences in conversations, you have a certain knack."

Wei Lai smiled, looking down, "As a woman, let me remind you of one thing: Situations prone to misunderstanding are best avoided or discussed upfront. Otherwise, the truth will explode sooner or later."

Cheng Qiaobei hoped for the best, "I’m not going there for a date."

"I know that," Wei Lai trusted him on this point, "...but Chen Ningxi doesn’t know."

Cheng Qiaobei looked at Wei Lai, who maintained a calm expression as she said, "I’ll get to work."

He sighed helplessly at her departing figure.

Cheng Qiaobei planned to deal with the issue with Zhou Sui and then go find Chen Ningxi. He hadn’t told her, hoping it would be a surprise. Dinner at five would only take an hour, so he passed a dessert shop and, remembering her love for sweets, ordered a cake to pick up at six.

When he arrived at the Golden Goblet, he was ten minutes early.

Cheng Qiaobei entered the reserved box; Zhou Sui hadn’t arrived yet. He opened WeChat to send her a message.

At that moment, Chen Ningxi was having dinner.

north: What’s up?

Chen Ningxi: Eating. Not busy anymore?

north: Just finished, taking a break.

Chen Ningxi: Tired?

north: Chatting with you isn’t tiring.

Laughing at the message, Chen Ningxi asked, "Have you eaten yet?"

north: Not yet, but soon.

He was always busy, so Chen Ningxi thought about visiting him at the hotel for a chat over the weekend.

Asked: Coming back this weekend?

Cheng Qiaobei planned to surprise her and replied, "Doesn’t look like I’ll make it back; do you miss me?"

Chen Ningxi decided to go to Zhoushan.

She replied, "If I say I miss you, will you come back?"

north: I can.

Chen Ningxi wouldn’t fall for him so easily.

She replied, "You better eat."

Cheng Qiaobei knew she wasn’t easy to handle.

north: Alright, alright, okay, got it.

north: Since you won’t say you miss me, I’ll say it: I miss you.

Chen Ningxi smiled.

Understood.

Right after sending that, the box’s door opened from the outside. Cheng Qiaobei exited WeChat, placed his phone aside, stood up to greet the newcomer, "Hello, Miss Zhou."

Zhou Sui smiled, "Hello, Mr. Cheng."

Out of politeness, Cheng Qiaobei pulled the chair for her, and she thanked him as she sat down.

Zhou Sui had a serene appearance, beautiful and generous without being aggressive; a smile came naturally to her and created an atmosphere of trust.

Cheng Qiaobei had reviewed her profile; Zhou Sui currently served as the general manager of the southern region at Huilu Group. Under her leadership, the southern region had been the sales champion of the headquarters for three consecutive years, making her a capable and smart successor. It seemed Mr. Zhou was keen on grooming Zhou Sui as his next successor.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Cheng Qiaobei called a waiter to order food, and as they waited, he got straight to the point and said:

"Miss Zhou,"

Zhou Sui said, "Just call me Zhou Sui; using first names feels friendlier."

As her profile suggested, Zhou Sui was adept at social interactions.

"...Alright, you’re straightforward and good at communication. If I had a cooperative partner like you at work, it would be my utmost honor."

The words sounded like praise, but they held deeper implications.

Zhou Sui chuckled, "I’m flattered. Not everyone can collaborate with Jade Jiali. Plus, Huilu is still in the development phase, so that’s not even on our mind."

Since the subject of cooperation came up, they discussed aspects of collaboration.

Cheng Qiaobei rose to pour her tea and, after sitting back down, continued:

"In the domestic tourism industry, Huilu has already secured the leading position. By downplaying its scope, are you worried I’m seeking collaboration?"

Zhou Sui’s eyes brightened, her dimples lighting up her smile, "How could that be? I’d be delighted to collaborate."

At this point, a waiter pushed open the door to serve dishes. Liang Lei, dining with a colleague, happened to pass by and, unintentionally, glanced into the box, spotting Cheng Qiaobei chatting animatedly with a stunning beauty inside.

"!" She stopped short for a moment, staring intently at the people inside. After confirming Cheng Qiaobei’s identity, she quickly took a photo with her phone and moved to a more private area to call Chen Ningxi.

Chen Ningxi was checking a work message when Liang Lei’s number popped up, and she answered quickly.

"What’s up?"

Liang Lei asked, "Are you at home?"

"Yeah, are you coming over?"

"I’m out with coworkers for dinner, how could I?"

"Why call during a dinner? Is something up?"

Liang Lei hesitated, thinking about how Chen Ningxi had been hurt by a man before and didn’t want to upset her further, hesitantly asked:

"Nothing much, just hadn’t called in a couple of days and was checking in...how’s it going with Cheng Qiaobei lately?"

"We’re doing well."

Doing well? "In what sense?"

"We’re pretty stable." Sensing something was off in her tone and specificity, Chen Ningxi prompted, "If you have something to say, just say it."

Liang Lei didn’t want her deceived by another man, "I’ll send you a photo, and you can see for yourself."

With that, Liang Lei hung up.

Soon, Chen Ningxi received the photo and a location.