The girls present had recognized his identity early on, and watching such a graceful and handsome man sitting amidst a group of middle-aged men with potbellies, who wouldn’t be moved.
But as much as their eyes were fixated, they had no opportunity to approach him.
The CEO of Hongsheng and Cai Wen chatted for a while, finding an opportunity, he maliciously teased, "Mr. Li, why not let a beauty pour you a drink? Now that everyone’s at the bar, how can you just drink water? e on, angla, pour Mr. Li a glass."
The girl called out was ecstatic and promptly answered in a gentle and soft voice, "Alright."
Her ears turned red with shyness as she timidly glanced towards the man.
This prompted others to tease.
"Mr. Li is indeed blessed with beautiful pany, being young really makes a difference. Look at the girl’s reaction, tsk tsk, truly smitten. Perfect, since our Mr. Li isn’t married yet, you all still have a chance, better seize it well."
"Exactly, in Capital City the number of women who want to marry Mr. Li is countless, you’re lucky to have run into him, miss this village and you won’t find this store again."
"Hahaha..."
The girls being teased kept glancing over at Li Shengxiao.
However, the distinguished man casually leaned back, covered his glass with his hand, and effortlessly refused, "My stomach is unfortable today, I won’t be drinking."
"Is Mr. Li saying this on purpose not wanting the beauty to offer a toast?"
"No." His demeanor was calm yet authoritative, he slightly raised his eyes and glanced at the provocative CEO of Hongsheng, his handsomely carved face bore no extra expression yet carried an invisible warning, "Everyone drink, I really can’t."
The CEO of Hongsheng faltered under his gaze, feeling as if his throat was choked, almost startling the drink. Delayed by a few seconds, he missed the chance to retort immediately and could only weakly respond, "Haha, alright."
Hongsheng International pany also had connections, being in good terms with the Zhong Family. The CEO of Hongsheng’s wife was a daughter of the Zhong Family, which made him a son-in-law to the Zhong Family.
It was because of this relationship that he dared to spar with Li Shengxiao in public.
But his courage was only limited to sparring; after all, from the business confrontations over the years, he was well aware of the young man’s tactics. Though he had the upper hand verbally now, he would end up paying back in real deals on the business front! Instead of paying for a moment of verbal victory later, he’d rather maintain his own connections and stir less trouble.
Once he figured it out, he didn’t dwell on Li Shengxiao anymore and redirected his attention back to the people from the trade department.
Cai Wen sat next to Li Shengxiao, leaning over quietly, expressing concern, "Your stomach feeling unwell?"
Li Shengxiao’s brows briefly showed signs of fatigue, his handsome face betraying no real emotions, he placed his hand on the table, tapping idly as he responded, "Yes, an old issue, it’s nothing."
"Why would someone as young as you suffer from an old stomach ailment? Have you seen a doctor? You’re still young, you need to take care of your body. When you reach my age, you’ll understand that nothing is more important than health!"
Cai Wen and Lin Teng were classmates, both attended military university together, but after graduating Cai Wen chose to pursue a career in trade while Lin Teng inherited the Lin family’s business and was stationed overseas. Although they rarely met, they maintained a good friendship, which is why he particularly looked after Li Shengxiao, showing genuine concern.
"I know, Mr. Cai." Li Shengxiao’s demeanor softened when facing him, rarely taking advice, "I have a professional doctor treating it, it just takes time and isn’t that easy to manage."
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