My beautiful CEO wife
Chapter 332: Shen Jiayi’s Crisis

Chapter 332: Chapter 332: Shen Jiayi’s Crisis

"Let me tell you, being a flight attendant, you meet all these important people. You’ve got so many opportunities to choose from, so why stick with a poor guy?"

"Exactly, our President Zhang really treats you well, seems to really appreciate you. You must seize the opportunity."

"Whether you can enter the world of the wealthy depends on your performance tonight."

"..."

The words of her friends made Jiayi unable to agree, but she couldn’t retaliate harshly either. She could only retreat and say, "Ladies, you’re too concerned. He’s a childhood friend, a good friend, Xiao Zheng!"

"Ah, a fresh flower stuck in cow dung. Jiayi, we’ve said what we had to say. It’s up to you now."

Her friends disdainfully glanced at Xiao Zheng, then patted Jiayi on the shoulder and left disappointedly.

Xiao Zheng just stood there calmly, noncommittal, with an air of serene indifference.

"Little sister Jiayi, it seems you’re quite popular."

"Not really, it’s just the girls flattering me." Jiayi smiled shyly, then added apologetically, "Brother Xiao, please bear with them a bit, they’re like this, but they mean no harm."

"Hehe, no worries!" Xiao Zheng smiled faintly, looking at Jiayi.

It had to be said, the girl had become the focus of the banquet. Pure as an elf, dressed like a swan, she outshone all the other women. Just standing there lightly, she possessed a unique aura.

Born beautiful, a natural stunner!

Gentlemen of various ages approached her small talk, including some old enough to be Jiayi’s grandfather, but still not giving up.

Jiayi nodded politely, greeting them with a smile, very courteously but not enthusiastically. In her eyes, filled with Xiao Zheng, no one else mattered.

They had arrived a bit late, missing the opening, and now the banquet was in full swing. Melodious music played and various decorative lights shone brightly, creating a beautiful atmosphere.

Every new arrival chatted with Jiayi, automatically ignoring Xiao Zheng’s existence, considering him superfluous.

But Xiao Zheng was very calm, simply finding a seat, watching the bustling crowd, and drinking champagne.

Jiayi stayed close to him like a shadow, not swayed by others’ scorn.

Cold looks with hostility came from afar.

Just then, a portly, somewhat bald middle-aged man approached with a group of followers behind him.

He held his drink, feigning gentlemanliness with a smile, "Jiayi, are you alone?"

"Good to see you, President Zhang! I’m here with a friend. Ah, this is my friend—Xiao Zheng." Jiayi slightly furrowed her brows, feigning enthusiasm as she greeted him, pulling Xiao Zheng in as a shield.

Xiao Zheng clearly noticed President Zhang’s face stiffen for a moment.

But being a shrewd man, he soon smiled warmly, "Oh, since you’re here, you are also a friend of Zhang. Young man, nice to meet you!"

"Nice to meet you!" Xiao Zheng also kept it brief, greeting him faintly.

President Zhang, pretending to be unconcerned, moved to the other side, greeting others, his eyes hiding a trace of gloom.

Though he moved away, his lackeys did not, watching Xiao Zheng with sneers.

"Xiao Zheng, huh? You look like a poor, insignificant fellow. What makes you think you deserve Jiayi?"

"Hehe, look at what you’re wearing, all off-brands. Can’t afford better clothes, can you?"

"Kid, if you know what’s good for you, you’ll leave quickly. This isn’t a circle you can climb into."

"A beauty like Jiayi should be with someone of status, like our President Zhang."

"..."

But Xiao Zheng was unfazed, lightly saying, "We do not plan with those who walk different paths."

"Tsk!" Several followers looked disdainfully and hummed disdainfully, then quickly caught up with President Zhang, their expressions turning sycophantic.

Just then, the dance music started.

Couples invited each other and began to dance ballroom dances, creating a lively scene.

And all the gentlemen’s eyes, as if by agreement, turned toward Shen Jiayi, as she would be the most beautiful dance partner of the evening.

Whoever could invite her would gain considerable prestige and have bragging rights.

A young, handsome man wearing glasses approached and extended his hand, "Beautiful lady, may I have this dance with you?"

Whoosh!

All eyes gathered on him, because this man with glasses was no ordinary person, seemingly the young master of Sanjiu Group.

With such a status, ordinary girls would undoubtedly have eagerly accepted, so how would Shen Jiayi respond?

Everyone watched, puzzled.

Shen Jiayi leaned slightly, smiling apologetically, "I’m sorry, Young Master Wang, I’m feeling a bit unwell."

My god, she just rejected him so decisively?

Right under everyone’s watchful eyes, Young Master Wang awkwardly lowered his arm, a cold look flashed in his eyes, but he still feigned gentlemanliness, "No problem!"

After the first one, there came a second, but these men also returned, dejected and embarrassed.

Just at that moment, President Zhang of Hengxing Aviation, after greeting everyone, also stretched out his hand, smiling, "Miss Jiayi, may I have this dance with you?"

The whole venue fell silent, everyone watching with eager interest, wondering if Shen Jiayi would accept, as he was her direct supervisor.

If Shen Jiayi still wanted to continue being a flight attendant at Hengxing, it would be hard for her to refuse.

That’s what most people thought.

However, Shen Jiayi smiled politely, speaking evasively, "President Zhang, I really don’t feel well, you will find a better dance partner."

"What..."

Everyone froze, she had rejected him? Shen Jiayi had actually rejected him?

Wasn’t she afraid that President Zhang would make things difficult for her? Wasn’t she afraid of being set up or squeezed out?

This girl still doesn’t understand how the world works—too naïve! She has a lot to regret down the road.

President Zhang too was dumbfounded, I was rejected too?

A brief fog of confusion passed through his eyes, immediately replaced by a smile.

"Haha, no worries!"

As he turned away, his face immediately darkened, black as the bottom of a pot. Bloody hell, this little bitch, embarrassing me in front of so many people.

This was an outright slap to the face, slap by slap!

President Zhang’s followers immediately glared, this little girl really doesn’t know what’s good for her, she’ll suffer in the future.

Meanwhile, Shen Jiayi seemed utterly unaware, sitting down and chatting and laughing with Xiao Zheng, oblivious to everyone around.

In the distance.

President Zhang nodded towards a seductive woman, who immediately understood, and with a swaying waist walked towards Xiao Zheng, eyes sultry as silk.

She first smiled at Shen Jiayi, "Jiayi, President Zhang wants you to come to his office, there’s something important he needs to arrange."

"Now?" Shen Jiayi clearly tensed up a little, swept her eyes around, and realized President Zhang was nowhere to be seen.