Li Zhi returned from the 67th Interstellar Business Alliance, almost falling victim to fraudulent order information. Fortunately, he was cautious at the time and didn't let the surprise cloud his judgment.
In the evening, Dong Xiaorou drove over alone. Li Zhi gave her the address, but she had never been there before. On the way, Dong Xiaorou stopped at the supermarket to purchase groceries. By the time she arrived, it was almost dark.
In the summer, night falls late, and by the time it was completely dark, it was already past 8 o'clock in the evening.
Initially, Li Zhi thought Dong Xiaorou would bring along the girl Xiao Qing, but he didn't expect her to come alone.
"Come in, come in!" Li Zhi opened the door and saw Dong Xiaorou standing alone, happily accepting the items from her hands.
Dong Xiaorou walked in, looked around, and smiled. "You seem to be enjoying yourself, getting ready to live in luxury?"
Rarely, she joked with Li Zhi. Considering the time they had known each other, from the initial meeting to now, it was a process of gradual familiarity, recognition, and being recognized.
Li Zhi smiled and said, "Yes, I'm preparing to hide you."
Dong Xiaorou muttered, "I wouldn't dare let you hide me."
The two of them entered the kitchen together. Dong Xiaorou washed the vegetables while Li Zhi helped her. They prepared a sumptuous dinner, and naturally, being a man and a woman alone, there was some ambiguity and physical contact. However, as long as Li Zhi did not overstep boundaries, Dong Xiaorou did not strongly reprimand him.
During dinner, Dong Xiaorou discussed the company's affairs.
"There's news from the Dazhi Mingyuan Ocean Fishing Company." "They said they are open to negotiation and cooperation, but if we only provide technology, they won't allow us to have half of the shares in the new factory, and they won't provide raw materials for the factory at a price lower than the market by 20%," Dong Xiaorou said softly, with some hesitation and reluctance in her words.
"So, the other party wants to cooperate, but the conditions they've proposed are quite stringent?" Li Zhi smiled.
Dong Xiaorou thought for a moment and nodded, "More or less."
Li Zhi nonchalantly said, "In that case, let's leave them hanging." We don't need to rush to seek their cooperation.
After a brief pause, he added, "I remember there's a nearshore aquaculture company in Haicheng." You can have someone talk to them to see if they are interested in cooperation. If not, we can consider acquiring an ocean fishing company ourselves!
"Easy for you to say." "Do you have that much money?" Dong Xiaorou looked at him with a half-smile.
Li Zhi shrugged and said, "Not now, but that doesn't mean I won't have it in the future." Our company will only grow bigger and bigger. "Of course, we need you, the commander-in-chief, to steer the ship!"
"Flattery!" Dong Xiaorou rolled her eyes at him.
Li Zhi was somewhat surprised. Today's Dong Xiaorou was different from usual. Not only did she joke with him, but she was also unusually gentle.
After dinner, Li Zhi and Dong Xiaorou cleaned up the table and washed the dishes in the kitchen.
Li Zhi gently hugged Dong Xiaorou from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder, and mischievously said, "Xiaorou, why don't you stay tonight?" My bed is quite spacious.
Dong Xiaorou felt a bit uncomfortable, probably not accustomed to such an intimate embrace. At first, her body was a bit stiff, but after a while, she relaxed, leaned on Li Zhi, shook her head, and continued washing the dishes without answering him.
Li Zhi, being a playboy, may not fully understand women, but he knew a bit. Although Dong Xiaorou shook her head, she didn't outright oppose it, so Li Zhi couldn't help but start looking forward to tonight.
Sensing Li Zhi's excitement behind her, Dong Xiaorou blushed and pushed him away, saying, "I can't work properly if you do this." There's nothing for you here. Go out.
Li Zhi was reluctant to let go, but he also knew not to rush. Being too eager at this moment could easily spoil the mood.
Li Zhi jumped with joy in the living room. Although he didn't understand why Dong Xiaorou suddenly opened up, it didn't matter. This was a rare "human monster" in the mortal world, and Li Zhi had long been coveting her.
As the saying goes, when you're at the end of the mountain and water, there's a way out. Unexpectedly, a new opportunity had arrived so quickly.
Ah, spring has come, and... it's complicated.
In the kitchen, Dong Xiaorou could sense Li Zhi's happiness. She sighed inwardly but didn't show it on her face. She was different from ordinary women. Except for a specific time each month, men couldn't touch her, as it would bring bad luck.
The entire "Happy Fish Ball" company relied on her. Dong Xiaorou felt exhausted every day and longed to unwind and alleviate the stress weighing on her heart.
As for Li Zhi, Dong Xiaorou couldn't say she liked him, but she also couldn't say she disliked him.
The last time Li Zhi forcibly kissed her, Dong Xiaorou was somewhat surprised and somewhat pleased. After all, it's not just young girls who have desires.
"Xiaorou, are you feeling better?" Li Zhi was impatiently waiting outside.
Dong Xiaorou asked, "What is 'Cui'?" I'm not... I'm going back tonight. "I won't stay in your dog's den!"
Li Zhi looked at Dong Xiaorou as she walked out of the kitchen. With a mischievous smile, he pulled her over, sat her on the sofa, and said, "It's already dark." I can't let you go back alone. I'm your boss, and you dare to call my workplace a dog's den? "Do you want a spanking?"
Leaning against him, Dong Xiaorou rolled her eyes and muttered, "Don't mess around with me, or I'll hit you too."
Smack!
Li Zhi slapped Dong Xiaorou on her plump cheek and smugly said, "You dare to talk back?" Let's see if I dare to discipline you. He didn't use too much force, but it wasn't too light either. The rebounding force was elastic and firm.
Dong Xiaorou blushed and glared at him, but then she remembered something.
Li Zhi quickly hugged her, jokingly saying, "Just kidding, let's watch TV." There's a great show tonight. He didn't dare to let Dong Xiaorou get up, as it would be difficult to bring her back. Moreover, Dong Xiaorou's "strength" was undoubtedly superior to Li Zhi's, making the decision to resort to "using force" unwise.
Dong Xiaorou snorted and leaned against Li Zhi, not resisting.
Turning on the TV to an entertainment program, Li Zhi gently stroked Dong Xiaorou's long hair without making any sudden movements and asked softly, "Have you been feeling tired lately?"
After a while, Dong Xiaorou lazily responded with a "Mm."
"Don't tire yourself out too much." If there's something, let your subordinates handle it. If necessary, hire a few more assistants. "If you exhaust yourself, I'll be heartbroken," Li Zhi said sympathetically.
Dong Xiaorou couldn't help but chuckle and playfully said, "You say that, but you never come to help me." "Why is that?"
"I'm also quite busy!" Li Zhi chuckled.
Ignoring him, Dong Xiaorou's eyes were fixed on the TV, and just like Li Zhi, her mind was not on the entertainment program.
"Let me massage your shoulders." "It's very relaxing," Li Zhi said as he moved his hands to Dong Xiaorou's shoulders, gently kneading them.
"Is it comfortable?"
"Mm."
"Hehe, this is a skill passed down in my family." Most people have never experienced it. "It relieves fatigue," Li Zhi said playfully, trying to extend his hands further. Dong Xiaorou, however, stopped him and asked, "What are you trying to do?"
Li Zhi, with a steady gaze, said, "I'm just massaging you." It's very relaxing. It's a family tradition. "Try it if you don't believe me!"
Dong Xiaorou rolled her eyes at him, let go of his hand, and looked away.
"Can I continue?" It won't go any further. Can you guarantee that? "If not, I'll leave right now!" Dong Xiaorou's voice was firm.
Li Zhi swallowed hard and couldn't bring himself to say "no."