Chapter 2714: He Actually Went on a Blind Date?! (10)
Purple is very demanding on who wears it; if you’re not careful, it can look old-fashioned, but on Zhong Qing, it was interpreted beautifully.
Noble and generous, graceful and elegant... almost all words of praise could be applied to her.
With her slender almond eyes, slightly upturned at the corners, a high nose bridge, and alluring red lips... she was a rare beauty.
Especially the pride between her brows, which overshadowed all the young ladies present.
She glanced around, and when her gaze swept over Meimei’s face, she paused briefly, then looked at Dan Tingye. The moment she saw him, it was as if her eyes were caught and couldn’t be pulled away.
Upon hearing Zhong Nianhua’s voice, she opened her mouth with a smile, "The issues in Italy are settled, and I heard Grandpa was having a banquet, so I rushed back to help you."
After speaking, without waiting for Zhong Nianhua to respond, she proactively walked towards Dan Tingye, extending her hand to him.
"Hearing about you is nothing like seeing you, Mr. Tingye. As rumored, you’re outstanding, but still as aloof as ever; aren’t you afraid of not having friends this way?"
Her tone was casual, without interrogation or flattery, instead carrying a touch of teasing.
Upon hearing this, everyone held their breath slightly tense, worried that Dan Tingye might be angered.
After all, no girl had ever dared to openly criticize Dan Tingye in front of so many people, even though Zhong Qing’s tone seemed more like a joke; how it was interpreted completely depended on Dan Tingye.
If he were unhappy, even a joke could become serious.
"Haven’t seen you for a while, and you’re still running around as much as ever, with no stability. If you’re so determined, be careful you won’t get married."
Slowly rising from his chair, Dan Tingye extended his hand to shake hers.
But within less than a second, he let go again, as if even Zhong Qing couldn’t change his dislike for contacting girls.
His voice was very calm, revealing no concern, instead sounding like mockery; yet it still disclosed the fact that the two were quite familiar.
People around inhaled sharply, studying the pair with gossiping glances, eager to instantly understand their relationship.
"Isn’t this just perfect? My grandfather worries you won’t find a wife and you worry I won’t get married. How about you marry me, and everyone will be happy?"
Zhong Qing smiled gracefully, responding half-jokingly.
"I’m afraid Sir would be so angry he’d disown me if he knew I was planning to steal his eldest granddaughter. I should be cautious."
After exchanging a few pleasantries with her, Dan Tingye nonchalantly sat back down.
His demeanor remained calm throughout the evening, the only sign of emotion was when Zhong Qing returned—a slight smile.
This smile not only enchanted many but also led to speculations about his relationship with Zhong Qing.
Sir Zhong held the banquet supposedly to introduce a girlfriend to Dan Tingye, but in the end, could it be that he was introducing his own eldest granddaughter?
That would indeed be cunningly shrewd!
As everyone plotted their little schemes, Zhong Qing looked as if she didn’t care at all. After greeting Jiang Nan, she ordered the butler to add a chair next to Dan Tingye, and sat beside him.
"It’s been so long since we’ve met; you won’t slip away today—not until we’re thoroughly inebriated."
Zhong Qing’s noble demeanor, typical of a high-born lady, when she spoke, however, wasn’t without a touch of bravery, revealing an added confidence and generosity.