Cheng Yanqing, however, gently refused Jiang Wei, "I'm afraid I can't make it tomorrow. Let's pick another day."
What he was thinking was that after a few days, the given time would naturally become invalid. But to his surprise, the persistent Jiang Wei asked: "How about a week later then?"
Jiang Wei had specifically proposed a time. If Cheng Yanqing turned her down again, it would be obvious that he didn't want to cooperate with her.
Of course, he can't give Jiang Wei that impression.
Cheng Yanqing nodded, "A week later is fine."
As this was settled, there was nothing more to be discussed.
Cheng Yanqing did not linger at the banquet, primarily because he saw that Shen Lan was not interested in staying. He stayed for only about five more minutes.
Upon departing with Shen Lan from the banquet, little did they know that Jiang Wei's gaze lingered upon their retiring figures.
