Special Forces Medic-Chapter 773 - 740: A Graceful Lady, a Gentleman’s Pursuit

"It's okay, District Chief Yao, I can wait outside."

"No problem, no problem."

Xia Xue couldn't refuse and had to sit down on the sofa. Even she could sense the eerie atmosphere here; this uncomfortable aura was emanating from the man opposite Yao Zheng. She fiddled with her phone and realized there was no signal, which was strange because this had never happened before. She glanced at Dan Qing beside her and decided not to say anything since she didn't react much.

Yao Zheng and the man barely had any conversation. Not sure if it was because of her presence, the man stood up shortly and walked past her.

The man was very aloof, walking lightly, and though he wore leather shoes, they made no sound on the wooden floor. Yao Zheng saw him to the door before returning to the sofa. "A friend who came back from abroad and brought some gifts."

"I must be intruding," Xia Xue maintained her usual gentle and kind smile.

"I should be the one apologizing for making you wait past the agreed time."

"District Chief Yao, weren't you supposed to introduce an architect to me today? Did I arrive early, or did I get the time wrong?"

"No, it was for today," Yao Zheng laughed heartily. "This architect is the one who designed Beigong and the Hengfei Mansion next door."

"I've long heard of the Hengfei Group's name but never had the chance to meet President Yan. It's quite a regrettable situation!" Xia Xue showed a look of regret.

"President Xia has also heard of the Hengfei Group?" Yao Zheng inquired.

"My father mentioned it; the Hengfei Group has always supported the government, so I also wish to have an in-depth meeting with President Yan, hoping for a chance at cooperation."

"I see."

"Dan Qing, later we can visit together; it will help with your interest in investing in the restaurant service industry."

"Miss Dan, are you considering the restaurant industry?" Yao Zheng directed his gaze towards Dan Qing, sitting beside Xia Xue.

"Yes!" Yao Zheng didn't think Dan Qing was a cold person; compared to the other man, she was much more approachable, but equally reserved, making her hard to read.

"District Chief Yao, if you have good partners, please let us know!"

"Of course, but you just mentioned going to visit the president of Hengfei Group, you might miss it this time." Yao Zheng deliberately frowned, his eyes looking towards the Hengfei Mansion in the distance.

"Is there a problem?"

"President Yan went to Italy, not sure if he's back."

"Oh, what a pity."

The knock on the door sounded, and Secretary Li brought a tall man from outside. "Sorry, District Chief Yao, some business matters delayed your time; is this President Xia? Even more beautiful than in the magazines!"

Xia Xue widened her eyes, staring at the man who came in speaking loudly, immediately feeling a dislike.

"Let me introduce, this is Qi Sheng from Jianyi Engineering Group, and Beigong was his work." Yao Zheng introduced Qi Sheng to Xia Xue.

"Hello, I'm Xia Xue." Her hand, which was being held, wasn't released for a long time. Xia Xue questioned Qi Sheng with her eyes. "Can you let go of my hand?"

The awkward atmosphere immediately spread among the four. Yao Zheng cleared his throat twice, glared at Qi Sheng, and then laughed heartily.

"My apologies!" Qi Sheng released Xia Xue's hand as requested. "There's a saying, 'a fair lady is what a gentleman desires.' I fell in love with Miss Xia at first sight."

"Thank you for your affection, Mr. Qi, but I am already married." Xia Xue wanted to slap him twice for such a bold declaration, take out his blatant eyes, and make fish soup with them.

"I've long heard about the Xia Family heiress's engagement banquet legend, that a hundred million yuan won over the old master's favor, with Secretary Hua from the city committee and the Sun Family's elder both present, serving as witnesses. Such a treatment is not ordinary, Miss Xia's fiancé must be a man of great importance to take you from the Wang Family's head."

"Is that true?" Yao Zheng couldn't believe it as he looked at Xia Xue; this was an engagement banquet that shook the entire Yanjing, with stories spread for months before calming down.

"Since Mr. Qi knows I have a fiancé, don't joke like that."

"As long as the day hasn't come when you're married, I have a chance. Miss Xia won't blame me for such recklessness, will she?" Qi Sheng didn't intend to back down.

Xia Xue smiled slightly, stood up from the sofa, and bowed slightly to Yao Zheng. "District Chief Yao, I'm sorry, I'm not interested in sitting here listening to these things anymore. My time is busy, if there's any investment interest, I'll have my secretary call you."

This attempt to dismiss the investment interest was too blatant for ignoring a district chief. "Qi Sheng, that's too impolite!" Yao Zheng immediately shouted angrily at Qi Sheng, his glaring eyes showing rare authority.

"I was just joking, no need to take it so seriously." Qi Sheng pouted, changing his usual demeanor. "I truly fell for Miss Xia at first sight but would never force anyone."

Xia Xue saw Yao Zheng was genuinely angry, suddenly not knowing what to do; offending the district leader like this wouldn't bode well for future connections. She snorted coldly, pulling Dan Qing's hand, intending to leave but less forcefully than before.

"President Xia, I'm very sorry, Qi Sheng is just like that, always says what's on his mind. I think he's genuinely interested in you." Yao Zheng stood up, patting Xia Xue's shoulder, smiling to diffuse the tension. "Qi Sheng, did you bring the materials you mentioned?"

"Apologies, I did go too far with my joke. Back to business, everyone's busy, I won't waste time." Qi Sheng put away his mischievous thoughts, pulling out construction drawings from his bag.

Xia Xue had no concept of the drawings, feeling dizzy from the lines and symbols. She waved at Qi Sheng. "I'm not familiar with drawings. My assistant isn't feeling well today and didn't come. Could you explain to her another day? I just want to understand about the groundwater issue."

"Miss Xia, why are you so concerned about this? Before coming here, I had already heard about it from District Chief Yao. Does it affect you in some way?" Qi Sheng's question was sharp, and not sure if it was an illusion, Dan Qing also lifted her head from her low posture, seemingly noticing the gaze, Qi Sheng turned to Dan Qing, this woman hadn't spoken since the beginning, now suddenly lifted her head, was it something he said that triggered her? "And who is this?" (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets; your support is my greatest motivation.)