Chapter 8, The Chaotic Pairing of Lovers

"Be quiet, we are in front of outsiders, don't speak nonsense!" Xiao Feng's face turned completely red with embarrassment

"Men have secrets too, haha, this is really the first time I've heard of it!" Xiao Feng laughed.

Hearing him say this, Wang Nan across from me couldn't help but feel shy and lowered her head. I also felt my face flush with embarrassment. However, it was not solely due to shyness; I was also a bit angry with Lao Qi.

However, after that, no one spoke at the dining table, and a silence fell.

After a pause, he suddenly said, "I, like Xiao Feng, love to eat meat and vegetables, but you two..." He glanced at me and Wang Nan, and with a strange smile, he said, "Both love to eat vegetarian, quite a match, huh!" After saying this, he burst into laughter again

Old Seven blushed, unsure whether it was from drinking or from my earlier remark, and quickly said: "It's nothing, just our men's secret talk"

At this moment, the waiter walked into the private room and asked if the dishes should be served. Lao Qi hurriedly instructed to serve the dishes. This guy, once again, took the initiative to order all the dishes! However, he is very attentive, as he can accommodate everyone's tastes every time he orders.

This guy, Lao Qi, is quite the character when it comes to matchmaking, having become addicted to it like a monthly routine. Introducing potential partners seems to be his full-time job, and he approaches it with exceptional seriousness and initiative. As I watch several of my close friends successfully leave their single status through his efforts, I find myself in no rush. This is because I absolutely detest the atmosphere of blind dates; not only is it awkward, but the conversations often revolve around practical matters, akin to discussing business, making it impossible to develop even the slightest fondness for the other party

After finishing his words, Lao Qi tilted his head back and downed a cup of liquor equivalent to 2 taels. This guy is just like that; when it comes to drinking, he is quite intimidating, downing the first few cups in one go. Every time, he starts off with a base of 1 jin of liquor before he begins to sip slowly. Drinking liquor is as easy for him as drinking cold water

Both Wang Nan and I burst into laughter at the same time, while Lao Qi and Xiao Feng both became shy. I did not expect that the eloquent Lao Qi would also have moments of shyness

"I have ordered the snap peas that Dr. Wang loves to eat, and the guo bao rou that Xiao Feng enjoys!" Old Qi laughed heartily, appearing like a good-natured person.

Thus, while we enjoyed our drinks and savored the dishes, we engaged in some simple everyday conversations about family matters.

Wang Nan, upon hearing what Lao Qi said, also displayed a curious expression on her face, looking at me as if she wanted to know what the situation was.

After finishing, Lao Qi smiled and remarked, "This girl is truly an interesting child; there are not many such pure girls in this day and age"

"You can just forget it. What do you mean at least the first cup? I've finished this cup, and you still have a reason for the next one. I'm not falling for your tricks!" I scoffed and said to Lao Qi.

Raise a glass to invite the bright moon, at this moment we share across the horizon, our gathering today is fate, come! Let's drink this toast! Old Seven stood up, reciting a couplet, today is not the Mid-Autumn Festival, inviting the moon is nonsense, truly a misuse of words. I couldn't help but chuckle.

Let me also share a real case that I have personally experienced

Before long, all the dishes were served. I must say, today's spread is quite lavish! In addition to the dishes everyone loves, several exquisite dishes were ordered, especially a few bright red giant crabs placed prominently in the center of the dining table, making them particularly eye-catching. Wow, this establishment has really splurged today!

Lao Qi immediately said to Wang Nan: "My brother has achieved great success; he has opened his own psychological clinic and is a well-known expert in psychology!"

He, today once again acted as a chivalrous hero! Xiao Feng chuckled quietly beside him and interjected.

Old Seven pretended not to see me glaring at him, smiling to ease the situation, showcasing his exquisite and versatile eloquence. He chatted a bit with this person and then a bit with that one, managing to make the scene feel completely unembarrassed despite the commotion he caused.

Do not speak carelessly! I quickly stopped Xiao Feng, thought for a moment, and then began to recount the events of today to them. Of course, I did not mention Xiao Shuang's name; I still cannot disclose the privacy of this patient, as it is a matter of professional ethics

Seeing this scene, Xiao Feng smiled and said: "What are you two whispering about? It is quite impolite to speak in hushed tones in front of a lady. If you have something to say, please bring it to the table!"

As soon as I heard that old Qi had started drinking again and was boasting, I quickly waved my hand to explain: "No, no, don't listen to his nonsense, it's just a small clinic, newly opened, and we haven't received many patients yet"

Upon seeing Xiao Feng like this, Lao Qi quickly said in a hesitant manner: "No one is as pure as my Xiao Feng! That purity..."

Upon hearing this, Lao Qi's face turned red and his neck thickened. He initially intended to retort, but perhaps considering the presence of Dr. Wang Nan, he restrained himself considerably and did not pursue the matter further

Wang Nan suddenly broke the silence, gently cleared his throat, took another sip of his drink, as if he was about to tell a long story

Old Seven is aware of my habit, so he didn't bring it up at all during our phone call today; otherwise, I wouldn't have come. I am angry because he has tricked me into coming again. Yes, he has done this several times before. Moreover, this guy is quite cunning; not every time he invites me to dinner does it end up like this. He mixes it up, leaving me completely unprepared

After he finished speaking, Xiao Feng's expression changed, and she asked sharply, "What do you mean?"

I certainly do not possess his level of skill; having endured the pain to drink half a cup, I already feel a fiery sensation rushing straight to my stomach and abdomen

"When you called today, you mentioned that you received a beautiful female patient. Can you tell me what happened?" Lao Qi suddenly asked in a mysterious tone.

I also whispered in his ear: "Are you and that *book* kid in a relationship at the office? You can't explain it to Xiao Feng, and you're using me as a shield!"

Upon hearing this, Lao Qi became displeased, no longer murmuring in a low voice, and exclaimed loudly: "Hey, you really have no conscience!"

He then organized for everyone to taste the dishes from this restaurant, but in fact, it was just for Wang Nan to try. Xiao Feng and I were already regular customers, so we certainly knew whether the food was good or not

It is referred to as the Hongmen Banquet because this rascal, the seventh, has made the same mistake again and wants to introduce me to a partner. As a psychologist, I can see at a glance what the situation is today, and I couldn't help but glare fiercely at the seventh.

"You are raising fish, drink up, at least you have to finish this first cup!" Old Seven exclaimed as he saw that I had only drunk half a cup. His old habit flared up again; he loved to drink and insisted on dragging others along to drink with him, not stopping until he got you drunk.

Lao Qi opened a bottle of white liquor and poured a full glass for both himself and me. Xiao Feng poured drinks for Wang Nan and herself.

"I love to eat oil wheat vegetables, have you ordered it?" I deliberately asked him.

Suddenly, Lao Qi leaned close to my ear and said: "So, what do you think? The woman I introduced to you is beautiful, right?"