5 Chapter 5: Turbulence in the Internet 2 (2/2)

She suddenly felt that Hongqi was someone that anyone can't mess with. Damn they are in a seven star restaurant and people are acting so unrefined just because he's here.

When she saw Hongqi pompously sitting like a king and looking at their way, she gulped the air that was stuck on her throat. She really wanted to get out and run.

Hongqi's eyes were glued to her while she walk towards him. His eyes were travelling from her face to her body. He was like a hawk, putting his attention on his meal. It made Xiulan feel like she was in danger.

”Young Master, Miss Song Xiulan is here.” Secretary Yang Bo announced to Hongqi and bowed.

Hongqi nodded and signaled Yang Bo to go away. He stands up and hugged Xiulan.

Xiulan didn't have any time and room to express her shock.

”I miss you. Did you like my presents? You are really beautiful tonight.” he endearingly said and looked at her. His eyes were twinkling like he found a new treasure.

”Yes, I like them very much especially the cakes and the flowers. Thank you so much.” Xiulan honestly said. She was nervous but she managed to hide it.

”Good. I will give you more of that. But what about the other gifts? You don't like them?” Hongqi asked while he pulls out a chair for Xiulan. He escorted her to seat and put a kiss on her forehead before he sits on his chair.

Xiulan was kind of taken aback by the sudden kiss. ”I… I umm… ” Xiulan can't find the words. She doesn't know if she should answer his questions first or rat at him for suddenly kissing her forehead. They weren't even close! She suddenly remembered her dad's smiling face when he saw Hongqi did the same thing a few days ago. She felt defeated.

”Hmmm?” Hongqi waited for her to answer. He was smiling like an innocent boy.

”I also like them but they are too expensive. I would like to refrain you from sending such expensive gifts.” Xiulan managed to say something.

”Ah… I think I can't do that. Didn't I say before I want to spoil my wife?” Hongqi said. He was smiling but his tone has a tinge of intimidation.

”I understand but …” Xiulan was about to say her reasons but Hongqi cut her off.

”My wife… just let me just spoil you, okay?” Hongqi said but there was a demanding tone to stop whatever Xiulan was going to say.

Xiulan felt disrespected by his tone but she doesn't want to create any drama here. She was not that kind of person and never will be. She will never lose her cool.

She smiled sweetly at him to remove his irritation. ”I got it.” she quietly said and looked down. Her eyelashes fluttered and it made her look like someone bullied her.

Hongqi's expression became tender and he endearingly held Xiulan's hands that were on top of the table. Xiulan wasn't able to pull out her hands due to Hongqi's endearing stare. She was afraid to ruin the moment.

”You know what, you are really beautiful tonight. I really can't stop saying this and I think I will say if over and over again.” Hongqi huskily said and played Xiulan's small hands. ”Your hands are really small and soft. I want to hold them forever.” Hongqi charmingly said and gave off a seducing look.

Xiulan slightly gulped and she blushed. She really doesn't know what to reply. Hongqi's flirty attacks are too high level. Also, Xiulan was never good in interacting with flirty men. She doesn't know how to repel them. That's why she would always ask help from her father to push them away. But right now, that's not the case.

”Thank you.” Xiulan meekly and adorably said.

All Xiulan could do right now was to submit to whatever Hongqi wants except for sexual stuff. She would immediately punch him if he dares.

The way Xiulan said her thanks to Hongqi made him feel different kinds of things like it fluttered his heart. It was too adorable and made him want to see more of Xiulan's different expressions.

He can't help but kiss Xiulan's hands. ”So beautiful.” He uttered again and let go of her hand. He doesn't want to let go of it yet but he has too since there were people who were trying to look at the situation in their table. He doesn't want to make Xiulan feel uncomfortable as well.

Their dinner went well even though Xiulan was really awkward with Hongqi's endearing stares and overly positive comments about her. They talked about Xiulan's favorite things and how she manages her company.

Apparently, Hongqi was trying to get more details about Xiulan. It seems that he was really serious in marrying her. He sounded really interested about her and would ask even the most childish thing.

Xiulan can't help but smile and laugh sometimes. Honestly, Hongqi was a humorous guy. Xiulan doesn't know if that was one of the talents of flirty guys.

But Xiulan can't still fathom and read Hongqi. He was too sweet that she doesn't even know if it's fake or an act anymore. It was too flawless and the way he praises her was too smooth that Xiulan can't counter him. She can only accept the praises with a smile.

Hongqi was really honest with his feelings towards Xiulan that night. He was really captivated that he wanted to drive her home but apparently he has to rest early since he has a flight in N city for a collaboration with telecommunication company.

When Xiulan got home, she immediately removed all of her clothing, makeup and bathe leisurely in her shower.

For some reason, she slept easily that night and went to sleep earlier than her normal routine. But she suddenly woke up too early too when her phone kept on buzzing nonstop. It was only 4 am and her phone kept on vibrating from the notifications.

She squinted her eyes while looking at her phone's notifications. All of them were from Wenyan, her college friends and her sisters. She tried to peak at one of the messages and she regretted that she even checked them.

”Girl! You're trending right now! Your dinner with Hongqi is trending! Everyone is talking about you and Gong Yuming's fans are at rage and leaving bad comments about you! Girl wake up where the hell are you god damn it.” It was Wenyan's message.

Xiulan grunted and felt dreadful of the situation. It was only a simple dinner but why did it end up in the trending list.

Xiulan grunted again before going back to dreamland. She will deal with it later once she had her full sleep.