Beating his chest and stamping his feet in a tirade, of course, made the party involved, Xiang Wenxin, feel more at ease and better perceive the sincerity of Li Tanglu; that much was common social knowledge.
After the scolding, Li Tanglu hurriedly poured tea for both.
Liu Zhizhong had hastened to offer to pour it himself, but Li Tanglu refused, saying it was his host duty and also an apology tea, so he ought to pour it.
So, Liu Zhizhong, not wishing to argue any further, decided to enjoy the gesture while it lasted!
Afterward, Li Tanglu asked Xiang Wenxin if he could smoke.
Xiang Wenxin said, "Go ahead and smoke; I don't mind."
So Li Tanglu offered Liu Zhizhong a good cigarette, lit it for him, and began smoking himself.
Truth be told, at that mont, Li Tanglu could only see Xiang Wenxin wearing sunglasses, but he could still sense the charm of the "first goddess of Southern Country" described by Liu Zhizhong; it was indeed alluring!
This old fellow thought to himself, "Ah, Liu Zhizhong is really blessed, not short of good fortune! Such a young man, strong and virile, eting such an exceptional beauty—he's so lucky, truly enviable!"
As for talking about serious matters, thinking about these things was natural too, wasn't it? Human nature dictated it!
The tea was served, the cigarettes were lit, and there were already exquisitely prepared snacks on the coffee table, but neither Liu Zhizhong nor Xiang Wenxin had touched them.
Xiang Wenxin simply said, "Old Secretary Li's sincerity, I can accept. You're about as old as my grandfather; you really shouldn't have to deal with these troubles, so I'm quite curious…"
She didn't finish her sentence, but she was very appropriate in her manner, formal now, not at all capricious, and indeed had an air about her.
Li Tanglu chuckled and said, "Second Miss Xiang is not only beautiful, but also possesses a broad vision and keen insight; you are spot on. In this incident, Chen Yuanyuan was indeed greatly at fault, utterly inexcusable! In order for Second Miss's visit to Hu Yang to have a perfect start and proceed smoothly, this old man is going all out today. I'm prepared to lose face in order to resolve any doubts for Second Miss! I only ask that Second Miss, with your boundless generosity, completely forgive that irresponsible Chen Yuanyuan!"
His words were spot on and even more tantalizing.
After Li Tanglu finished speaking, he put out his cigarette, took two deep sips of tea, as if to calm his own emotions.
Of course, with the atmosphere built up to this point, there were so things he had no choice but to say.
Liu Zhizhong, observing his actions, knew that this matter could be extrely significant!
Hence, Liu Zhizhong also looked at Xiang Wenxin, saying, "Second Miss, it seems that Old Secretary Li is indeed very sincere. Such a decisive attitude must hide so unspeakable secret! Perhaps we should…"
Upon hearing this, Li Tanglu's already good impression of Liu Zhizhong multiplied; it was admiration on top of admiration.
Too bad, Xiang Wenxin shook her head, "No, Liu Zhizhong, there's no need to say 'perhaps.' The conversation has reached this point, we have also co here, and Old Secretary Li is also prepared. It's better out than in, right?"
As she spoke, she glanced at Li Tanglu.
Li Tanglu, feeling the urgency, imdiately agreed: "Yes, yes, better out than in, a relief to speak! Comrade Zhizhong, please do not interrupt. This old man has suppressed this matter in his heart for many years, and now I will tell it all to Second Miss."
Xiang Wenxin nodded slightly and gently clapped her hands, "Old Secretary Li keeps his promises which is comndable. We will listen respectfully then!"
Liu Zhizhong quickly raised his hand to add a comnt: "No matter what it is, Second Miss and I will keep it confidential, not letting a third party know!"
These words ward Li Tanglu's heart again, causing him to hold Liu Zhizhong in even higher esteem.
Xiang Wenxin was slightly taken aback, and she stealthily kicked Liu Zhizhong under the table, but still said, "Fine, what Liu Zhizhong says goes, we will indeed keep it secret! Old Secretary Li, would you please begin?"
Li Tanglu gritted his teeth inwardly, nodded, and said, "Actually, Chen Yuanyuan is not my nephew at all, but is... sigh…"
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