Chapter Five: The Army at the Gates (Part One)
Xuan Xiao does not indiscriminately accept bids, but once accepted, the success rate is one hundred percent
Yan Nannan raised her head and coldly smiled, "Does not mentioning it mean it never happened? You summarized that night with a mere accident. Let me tell you, I did not think that way. You said you would take care of me, and because of your words, I have already... divorced Bai Yuan."
Xuan Xiao heavily closed his eyes, clenched his fist, and said, "Alright, let’s not say anything more now; we might all be drunk."
Xuan Xiao's head was actually quite dizzy. He steadied himself before starting the car. Silently driving to the front of her community, as soon as she got out of the car, it sped off into the rain as if it had gone mad
Mm! Yan Nannan nodded eagerly. A proud man cannot be tamed with just a few tricks; she had approached it the wrong way
Yan Nannan gazed for a moment, unable to restrain herself, she leaned in and pecked a kiss on Xuan Xiao
Intersection, red light
Yan Nannan does not drink much; she came in Xuan Xiao's car and volunteered to take Xuan Xiao home
The car slowly drove along the street, and Yan Nannan occasionally glanced sideways at Xuan Xiao
Heaven aligns with human wishes, and Bai Yuan has perfectly provided her with an opportunity to extricate herself; she can finally bloom anew like a flower.
Enough!" Xuanxiao shouted in a low voice, her expression grim. "I said I would take care of you out of respect for Baiyuan, not for any other reason. You are overthinking it. From now on, let us not meet again, and I will no longer take on any business from your company. Get in the car, I will take you back.
Let us not discuss Binjiang City anymore; currently, some road and bridge construction companies from other provinces are eager to find ways to get acquainted with Xuan Xiao, treating him as if he were a king.
Xuanxiao Road and Bridge Studio primarily engages in preparing project bidding budgets and conducting completion valuations for various construction companies. The state mandates that for medium and large-scale projects, public bidding must be conducted prior to commencement, allowing any construction company with the necessary qualifications to participate.
A man who knows how to pamper women will not limit his affection to just one
His voice when he speaks, the way he smiles, his walking pace, the gestures of raising his arms, and his sharp remarks... everything became a reason for her affection.
In bidding, until the very last moment, no one knows what the bid price is; this is absolutely confidential. Construction companies can only be considered as winning the bid if their quotes fluctuate within a range of no more than 0.05% above or below the bid price. Naturally, the preparation of the bidding documents is particularly crucial; it is not enough to simply understand cost estimation and be able to outline the project. There are skills and experience involved; if the bid is set too high, it will not work, and if it is set too low, it will also not work.
However, she was unsuccessful; the intoxicated Xuan Xiao regained consciousness and prevented her from taking the next step.
Xuan Xiao's alcohol tolerance can only be considered average; he became drunk before he could support until the end
Initially, he was merely an unknown junior, and no construction company sought him out. However, after he successfully secured two bids for the construction company he had previously worked for, he suddenly gained widespread recognition
Xuan Xiao was drunk, remaining silent, only smiling. His charming smile was electrifying. Yan Nannan, sitting beside him, watched him, struggling several times to pick up food with her chopsticks.
The green light was on, she tidied everything up, the corners of her mouth curved upwards, she drove past the intersection, turned the front of the car, and entered a tree-lined path, coming to a stop. She turned off the headlights, twisted the switch, and Xuan Xiao's seat slowly reclined, maximizing the space. She leaned forward, gently pecked Xuan Xiao on the lips as she had just done, and then slowly moved her lips to his cheek and neck, as strawberries began to bloom on Xuan Xiao's body.
Yan Nannan's lips curled into a strange smile, as she flicked her beautiful long hair, stepping on the raindrops and humming a tune as she turned and entered the community
"Nannan, you are drunk," Xuanxiao straightened up, pushed her away, and said implicitly, though his tone was very angry
How could a woman as introverted, calm, and ordinary as Chi Xiaoying be worthy of an outstanding man like Xuan Xiao? She, a beautiful, intelligent, capable, and ambitious woman, is the one who would be a virtuous partner, standing shoulder to shoulder with Xuan Xiao in both work and life
Xuan Xiao shook his hand, directly saying no. Yan Nan Nan smiled as she pushed him into the car. He leaned back against the seat and soon fell asleep.
"I told you I am not drunk. If you feel uncomfortable in the car, we can go to a hotel." Yan Nannan persistently held his hand tightly. "Don't you remember the last time in Beijing? You held me all night and comforted me softly. You clearly had feelings, so why are you avoiding it?"
Heaven is truly partial to this man, granting him outstanding talent; how could it also allow him to be born so handsome
The name Xuan Xiao is now well-known in the field of road and bridge engineering
Yet the proud man is very devoted
Yan Nannan released the steering wheel and turned her head to look at Xuan Xiao. The dim streetlights cast a hazy glow into the car, illuminating Xuan Xiao's handsome features.
She suddenly felt a stir in her heart, took out her makeup bag from the back seat, applied bright lipstick in the rearview mirror, and then sprayed some perfume into the air.
Yan Nannan suddenly panicked, her lips turning pale, "Xuan Xiao, could you please not be so heartless? I know I was too anxious, I won't rush you, I can wait. As long as you are willing to love me, even if it means being a mistress, I don't mind. If you don't take on the company's business, I... I will lose everything."
Xuan Xiao silently moved her away from him, pushed open the car door, and walked out, allowing the rain to lash against him, his expression suddenly turning grave and icy
Xuan Xiao withdrew his hand, "Nan Nan, you are really drunk. Let me drive!" He rolled down the car window, and a gust of cold wind mixed with rain blew into the car, causing Yan Nan Nan to shiver involuntarily
The sleeping Xuanxiao had lost the usual aloofness and shrewdness, with a few strands of hair falling over his forehead, resembling a charming big boy, even though he was already thirty-two years old
"Yes, yes, nothing happened. I will deliver the materials for the bridge to your studio tomorrow, is that alright?" she asked timidly
She obediently sat in the back seat and did not act rashly again
Suddenly, Lirong was in tears, as if rain were falling.
"If you can adjust your attitude, then it is possible. If not, please have someone else contact me; otherwise, I will have to decline this business." Xuan Xiao felt a sharp pain in her heart, though she did not know why
Tonight, Xuan Xiao was originally prepared to work overtime with the employees to rush a bid proposal. However, Yan Nan Nan called to inform her that the Ministry of Transportation has approved the cross-river bridge project in Binjiang City, with a project amount reaching 3 billion. The project is divided into five bids, and the Water Construction Company wishes to submit a bid, requesting Xuan Xiao to compile the bid proposal.
The rain has unknowingly lessened, the raindrops are barely perceptible, yet the green outside the window has already blurred into a patch. Inside the silent car, the only sound is that of the wheels gliding over the damp road, reminiscent of the soft rustling of silkworms munching on mulberry leaves, exceptionally gentle and profoundly stirring to the heart
"No, I don't, Xuanxiao, I know what I am doing, will you love me? I am already prepared for you." She disregarded everything, flustered as she unbuttoned her blouse and pulled his hand inside.
"Speak, speak!" Yan Nannan followed him, wrapping her arms around his waist from behind. "I will love you a hundred times more than Chi Xiaoying does. Look, it's so late, and she hasn't even called to check on you. She is completely inconsiderate and does not understand love..."
She stiffened her body, resolutely hardened her scalp, and suddenly straddled him, kissing him passionately. "What do you say?" she gasped, her breath unsteady, as she unfastened his pants, pulled down the zipper, and abruptly reached inside.
Xuan Xiao pressed her lips together, not opening her eyes
Since the establishment of the Xuanxiao Road and Bridge Engineering Office, it is the first time that Xuanxiao has encountered a bid of such a large amount. He is very excited, like a hunter who has finally awaited a challenging and formidable prey
It was almost midnight, and it was raining again, with very few cars on the road
Not only is it about preparing the bidding documents, but the certificates obtained by Xuan Xiao also qualify him for the valuation after project completion. During the construction process, changes are the most significant, and it is normal to have additional project costs; this depends on the valuation after completion
Sometimes, one can only watch helplessly as such a lucrative opportunity slips away, simply because the bid price is slightly off the mark
He briefed the employees on some key points to pay attention to in the bidding documents, and then hurried to the Wangjiang Tower Hotel. The senior management of the Shui Jian Company had all arrived, each one eager and excited. If they were to win the bid, Shui Jian's first division could sustain a large number of employees for several years without taking on new projects.
She boldly pressed her lips against his, while Xuan Xiao turned her head, her elegant brows furrowing. "Let's not mention what happened last time, it was an accident"
"Nannan, what are you doing?" As she was working alone, Xuan Xiao's clear question suddenly rang in her ears
Traffic engineering has always been an important investment project for the country, with guaranteed funding. As long as the investment is successful, the profits generated are quite substantial
In comparison, her past with Bai Yuan was merely the attraction between young individuals of the opposite sex, rather than love
During the festive seasons, various local specialties and a wide array of exquisite gifts filled Xuan Xiao's large garage of over 40 square meters to the brim. Chi Xiaoying had no choice but to repeatedly arrange for a vehicle to transport these items to Xuan Xiao's parents' home, relatives' homes, and her own family home.
Dining together, traveling for business together, attending meetings together... Is it the environment that plays tricks on people, or is it the gradual development of feelings over time? Some emotions spread uncontrollably like weeds after rain. She is like a young girl experiencing her first love, madly infatuated with Xuan Xiao
Each construction company spares no expense in seeking out experts to prepare their bids
Mature men and women have this advantage: an unspoken understanding that saves time on foreplay and goes straight to the point
After graduation, she joined a water construction company. After a few years, she reached the position of manager in the business department. Due to work, she became more in contact with Xuan Xiao.
Xuan Xiao got drunk because of happiness
The boss is a master of drinking, handling several bottles of liquor with ease. The other men are swaying unsteadily, their tongues swollen, and their words are slurred.
The boss ordered four bottles of Moutai, five men, and two women, but there was not much food to eat, and all the alcohol was consumed. Xuan Xiao said little, making an exception to his usual refusal to drink; he downed every drink offered to him.
In other words, before the commencement of work and after its completion, Xuan Xiao is a key figure of utmost importance in terms of interests.
All men cannot escape her beauty trap, unless they are abnormal. They merely don a cloak of morality, pretending to be virtuous. Why not just tear it off
Xuan Xiao is precisely such an expert
Xuanxiao Road and Bridge Studio is considered a small company in Binjiang City, yet the profits it earns each year are beyond the reach of many large and medium-sized companies
Xuan Xiao is a close friend of Bai Yuan. In the past, she always felt that Xuan Xiao had a somewhat cold demeanor and carried the arrogance typical of a cadre's child, which created a sense of distance. During university, she was doted on by Bai Yuan and hardly noticed anyone else, especially since Xuan Xiao had Chi Xiao Ying by her side.
After graduation, he worked hard on construction sites, gaining a set of practical engineering experience. He also obtained various certificates of the highest standards related to road and bridge engineering in the country, and established the Xuanyun Road Studio. Although it was said to be co-founded with friends, in reality, he was the sole operator, with friends merely serving as nominal partners. This type of limited liability company requires at least two shareholders.