Chapter 6, The Taste of Bone Marrow (3)

Before the end of the workday, all plans should be discussed, and thereafter, confirmation can be made via email and phone. Following this, Qi Jiantang will take a group to the reserved hotel, while Cheng Rumo and other team members will first organize the main points of the meeting before proceeding.

Apart from this, the remaining individuals either drove themselves or took a taxi, and soon only Qi Jiantang, Lu Qiran, and Cheng Rumo were left.

"There is no need for you to worry about her, let her return on her own," Cheng Rumo said coldly

Therefore, it is essential to take advantage of the opportunity to intervene while one still can. Moreover, regarding this person named Rumo, although he may not be particularly outstanding, he is indeed in the prime of his youth at twenty-eight, possessing beauty that is captivating. Even disregarding his achievements, having him in the planning department would be a delight to the eyes. Thus, if Mr. Lu truly has such intentions, he must invest more thought, as there are many who covet Rumo.

She glanced at the phone screen, and her brows immediately furrowed. Lu Qiran, following closely behind her, noticed that she was holding the phone and hesitating to answer the call, and he quietly asked, "What’s wrong?"

In contrast to the lively atmosphere in the front row, the back row is completely shrouded in low pressure

So you and Xiao Lu are college classmates? You should have mentioned it earlier. Seeing how awkward you both were, it turns out you have been secretly communicating for a long time.

Yan Ziyue blinked and slightly tilted her head to look at Cheng Rumo, "Sister, are you really planning to let me go back alone?"

Yan Ziyue sat in the front passenger seat, while Lu Qiran and Cheng Rumo occupied the back seat. Throughout the journey, Cheng Rumo remained silent, while only Yan Ziyue and Qi Jiantang engaged in lively conversation, their voices filling the air.

Yan Ziyue then caught sight of the detailed appearance of Qi Jiantang and Lu Qiran, and immediately smiled sweetly, extending her hand towards Lu Qiran and saying: "I am Yan Ziyue, may I ask how to address you?"

There was a plate of pigeon meat that was particularly delicious, and every time it came around, Cheng Rumo would always take a piece; this time, just as she was about to reach for it with her chopsticks, the table started to turn again, and Cheng Rumo could only watch helplessly as the dish gradually moved away.

Cheng Rumo did not speak

Yan Ziyue took the bag, opened it for a glance, then closed it with satisfaction. She raised her eyes to look at an Audi parked next to Qi Jiantang and asked, "Would it be convenient for me to hitch a ride? I am at Jiangcheng Art Academy"

Lu Qiran stood a short distance away from Qi Jiantang and Cheng Rumo, his right hand tucked into his pocket. In the night, his figure was tall and upright, resembling a solitary tree; his brows and eyes were calm, exuding a certain coldness. He lowered his head and glanced, extending his hand for a gentle shake, "Lu Qiran"

"Are you Lu Qiran?" Yan Ziyue exclaimed in surprise, "Your name sounds nice, and you are quite handsome." She turned to Cheng Rumo and said, "Sister, why didn't you tell me you have such a handsome client? I came out looking so careless, how rude of me."

She is wearing a patchwork knitted sweater, paired with slim pencil pants and flat shoes, revealing her smooth ankles. Her face is heavily made up, somewhat smudged.

Qi Jiantang jokingly said: "Miss Yan, why don't you come over and shake my hand? I am your cousin's direct superior"

Lu Qiran had no objections, while Cheng Rumo said: "I still need to wait for someone."

By the time the meal was finished, it was nearly 9 o'clock. Lu Qiran and Team Leader Li had flown in from Chongcheng and had not yet rested, so Qi Jiantang suggested that they disperse for the night and continue their activities tomorrow after a good rest

Lu Qiran subtly felt that something must have happened between Cheng Rumo and her cousin. One was restrained and enduring, while the other was unrestrained and reckless. Normal cousins should not be in such a state

Qi Jiantang said with a smile, "Even if Mr. Lu has the intention, I am still counting on Ru Mo to work with me for a few more years. If she really gets married, with one marriage leave and one maternity leave, it would be quite difficult. Moreover, she is a meritorious contributor, so I cannot just send her away at will."

Cheng Rumo sighed softly, and the main reason she disliked such social meals was that the dishes she loved were always unsatisfying. It was akin to two young people of mutual affection, exchanging words and teasing each other, stirring up one's imagination, yet failing to deliver a clear resolution.

As soon as Cheng Rumo exited the conference room, he received a phone call

Cheng Rumo's expression suddenly darkened, her lips pressed tightly together as she strode towards the car door

"Since it is convenient for you, I might as well take you all along."

"It's nothing, you can go with General Manager Qi." Saying this, he pressed the answer button, picked up the call, and headed to the tea room.

The speaker is indifferent, while the listener is attentive; Cheng, like ink, feels constrained and the smile appears somewhat forced

"Xiao Lu, hurry up!"

After waiting for more than ten minutes, a tall girl hurried over, slightly out of breath, and said: "I’m sorry, I was at a gathering just now and arrived late"

Lu Qiran cast a glance at Yan Ziyue, the latter's lips curling into a smile that held a hint of profound meaning

Qi Jiantang sighed, "You are destined only to receive a phone with a top-up."

Team Leader Li chuckled, "Miss Cheng is really going to leave with Xiao Lu, I fear that even you, Mr. Qi, won't be able to stop her."

Qi Jiantang and Lu Qiran then noticed the bag she was holding. Qi Jiantang exclaimed in surprise, "You aren't planning to give away this phone, are you?"

Qi Jiantang assisted Lu Qiran in hailing a taxi and inquired, "Where does Mr. Lu reside?"

As she lamented, she noticed that the glass table was slowly turning in the opposite direction. Cheng Rumo quickly looked up and saw Lu Qiran gently turning the edge of the glass table. A bowl of old duck soup was placed in front of him, and he was leisurely scooping the soup with a spoon; while in front of Cheng Rumo was exactly the pigeon meat she had been longing for. How could she let such a rare opportunity slip by? She hurriedly picked up a few more pieces to add to her bowl.

Regardless of the outcome, at least a man and a woman can reach a conclusion in the end. However, she is like a spoon in the east and chopsticks in the west, becoming increasingly dissatisfied.

Qi Jiantang pondered; the Jiangcheng Art Institute was not on the way, yet it would be inappropriate to decline.

Cheng Rumo paused his actions, and without waiting for Qi Jiantang to speak, he smiled and said: "Mr. Li, you jest. Lu Qiran and I are university classmates, and I am well aware of his standards. He would certainly not be interested in the young girl operating the elevator, nor would he be attracted to the older women in our planning department who are pale and haggard from working day and night."

Yan Ziyue stuck out her tongue, extending her hand apologetically, "I am sorry."

All present are engaged in media, and there is a certain sense of familiarity among each other, which is why there were no malicious incidents of forced drinking at the dining table. Everyone enjoyed food and drinks, discussing some industry insider information they were aware of, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

The team leader in front turned back and called out to him. Lu Qiran withdrew his gaze, responded with a sound, and walked towards the elevator. After taking two steps outside, he turned back again and glanced at Cheng Rumo.

Lu Qiran happened to be sitting directly opposite Cheng Rumo, and every time Cheng Rumo looked up, she inevitably caught sight of him. Therefore, she intentionally reduced the number of times she looked up, choosing instead to silently focus on her food.

As soon as she finished speaking, she realized she had misspoken and quickly raised her eyes to look at Qi Jiantang, who indeed revealed a hint of amusement in his gaze

Cheng Rumo glanced at her and introduced softly, "This is my cousin, Yan Ziyue"

Cheng Rumo felt a certain embarrassment at being scrutinized by others, and involuntarily glanced at Lu Qiran. The latter's expression remained unchanged, revealing no discernible emotion. Cheng Rumo then said: "Let us continue to finalize the remaining points. Tonight, General Manager Qi is hosting a banquet to welcome everyone, and we can bring along the company's unmarried young women to discuss Mr. Lu's lifelong affairs, how does that sound?"

Cheng Rumo coldly said: "I also have clients who are extremely unattractive; should I inform you of that as well"

As the distance grew greater, Lu Qiran could only hear a few words, seemingly discussing the handover of something.

Jiangcheng Hotel

Everyone laughed heartily for a moment and then re-engaged in the meeting

Team Leader Li and a person in charge from Jiangcheng Satellite TV are also alumni. The two, feeling that their conversation was not yet complete, plan to go to the person's home for drinks, advising Lu Qiran to contact them by phone if needed

Cheng Rumo handed the bag in his hand to Yan Ziyue, saying, "Here you go, head back to school early."

She still stands at the entrance of the tea room, talking on the phone while playing with the leaves of a potted green plant in front of her, her expression somewhat displeased

Lu Qiran held a teacup on a tray, while Cheng Rumo followed behind him, and the two returned to the conference room. Cheng Rumo distributed the tea one by one, and when it came to the team leader, a man of about forty, he took the teacup and smiled, saying: "Old Qi, your small company is indeed a hidden gem. When I got into the elevator today, I noticed that the young lady operating the elevator was particularly charming. If you don't mind that our television station is extremely busy, how about helping our packaging team's most handsome guy solve his single status?" After saying this, he looked at Cheng Rumo with a smile.