novelAlta Chapter 607: Extra 020 Loved the Same Way, But Completely Different Interactions (First Update)
Chapter 607: Extra 020 Loved the Same Way, But Completely Different Interactions (First Update)
Chapter 607: Extra 020 Loved the Same Way, But Completely Different Interactions (First Update)
Yin Qin watched as Mu Cidian descended the stairs, then glanced at Ji Baili who had just walked in from outside.
A malicious smile crept across his face.
He shifted his gaze to Xin Zaozao, who clearly also saw the two people now.
There was no need to guess. He intentionally orchestrated this situation.
She was just surprised. How did Mu Cidian get in touch with Yin Qin?
Based on her understanding of Mu Cidian, he wouldn’t take the initiative to contact these people. But of course, it’s not entirely impossible. Maybe Mu Cidian has more ambition and vengeful tendencies than she realized.
Didn’t he once say it himself?
After experiencing certain things, pride becomes less important.
As she thought these things, she maintained her composure.
Yin Qin frowned.
Xin Zaozao really had a strong mindset; she remained unruffled despite the complicated situation unfolding before her.
Contrarily, it was the two men who appeared taken aback upon seeing each other in Xin Zaozao’s company.
Still, everyone in the room knew this was all Yin Qin’s deliberate arrangement.
Ji Baili shifted his gaze away from Mu Cidian.
He had actually forgotten that Mu Cidian had been released from prison.
Time truly spares no one.
Nonchalantly, he walked towards the sofa and picked up the little tiger in Yin Qin’s arms. “Did you miss your uncle?” he asked.
“Yes.” The little tiger’s tender voice echoed, his smile beaming bright.
At this moment, Mu Cidian and Luo Xiaolang descended the stairs together.
Seeing his mother, the little tiger reached out to be held.
Luo Xiaolang picked up the little tiger.
Mu Cidian stood awkwardly by the side.
He walked over to Yin Qin, lowered his voice and said, “Xiaolang and I have sorted everything out. I’m leaving now.”
“What do you mean you’re leaving?” Yin Qin grabbed Mu Cidian’s arm before he could go.
Mu Cidian frowned.
Yin Qin didn’t care about Mu Cidian’s reluctance and made him sit on the sofa.
Xin Zaozao sat beside him. To Zaozao’s side was Ji Baili who had moved over to sit next to her. Luo Xiaolang, holding the little tiger, was on another sofa while Yin Qin sat next to Mu Cidian.
Upon sitting down, Mu Cidian glanced at Xin Zaozao.
He noticed her focus was on Ji Baili. She initiated the conversation, “Do you know when your elder brother and Zhizhi will arrive?”
“I’ll give them a call now,” Ji Baili promptly offered.
“Okay.” Xin Zaozao responded with a faint smile.
It was clear that she preferred to have more people around to alleviate some awkwardness, even if she didn’t show it.
Mu Cidian just sat there, offering neither words nor expressions.
Yin Qin, sensing Mu Cidian’s discomfort, tried to engage him in conversation, “Mu Cidian, would you like some sunflower seeds?”
“No.”
“Fruit?”
The little tiger was also brought aside by the servant to have his meal, Yin Shi had also woken up, and both were eating their nutritious meals in another small dining room.
At this table, Yin Qin intentionally seated Xin Zaozao between Mu Cidian and Ji Baili.
He watched the three of them with interest, but all three looked extremely calm, showing none...none of the sparks that he wanted to see.
“Why don’t you three have a toast? It’s rare that you’re all gathered here,” Yin Qin suggested deliberately.
Fate?!
Don’t you mean you called all of us here?!
Ji Baili gave Yin Qin a cold glance, turning his head this time towards Mu Cidian, “How long have you been out of jail?”
“A few months.”
“What are you doing now?”
“Unemployed.”
“Interested in joining Jihong Group?” Ji Baili forthrightly offered.
Mu Cidian was taken aback.
Not only was Mu Cidian surprised, so were the others at the table.
Ji Baili, sensing everyone’s gazes on him, smiled slightly, “Why would I let go of such a talented individual like Mu Cidian?”
Yin Qin put down his chopsticks, slapping his forehead in realization, “Why didn’t I think of that? Mu Cidian, come join my Yin He company, I’ll make you general manager!”
Mu Cidian put down his chopsticks at this point too.
He gave a forced smile, “Thank you both for your kindness. I’ve been in prison for so long, I can’t keep up with the pace of today’s world. I appreciate your good intentions.”
“I am serious. If you are interested, feel free to contact me at any time.” Ji Baili impressed upon him sincerely.
“I’m serious too.” Yin Qin added.
“Yin Qin, can’t you just cool it?” Ji Baili was genuinely exasperated with Yin Qin.
“So you’re allowed to poach but not me? On top of that, I’m desperately hoping for someone to help me run the company.”
“So you can have all the free time in the world, right?” Ji Baili quipped.
“Ji Baili, you have become overconfident. You dare to disrespect your brother. Me, idle? I hope to spend more time with my wife and child, something a single dog like you wouldn’t understand.”
“...” Ji Baili was speechless.
So what if he was a single dog, he was proud of it!
The dinner was lively with Yin Qin around.
After dinner, Yin Qin stubbornly asked them to stay, asking them to have some tea and chat about the past.
A few of them sat in the tea room, chatting about all sorts of things.
In fact, it was mostly Yin Qin who was talking, and Ji Baili would occasionally join in to argue with him. Xin Zaozao would sometimes chime in. Only Mu Cidian, who stayed quiet throughout the evening.
Luo Xiaolang sensed Mu Cidian’s unease.
She said to Mu Cidian, “If you feel uncomfortable, you can leave first, don’t mind Yin Qin.”
Mu Cidian looked at Luo Xiaolang.
In that moment, he looked at Xin Zaozao, and saw how naturally she interacted with Ji Baili.
Both had been in love once.
But he and Xin Zaozao seemed unable to go back to the way things were.
He got up, thanked Luo Xiaolang and left.
Xin Zaozao seemed to glance at him, and chose to remain silent.
Meanwhile, Ji Baili, while Yin Qin and Xin Zaozao were busy chatting, took this opportunity to catch up with Mu Cidian.