Ning Xingchen didn't accept any of the friend requests and, after glancing at them, turned off his phone.
What Ning Xingchen didn't know was that the parents in the group chat continued to flatter and please him. Some of the compliments were so saccharine that they were almost nauseating.
That evening, the parents of the children in Bao'er's class gave heartfelt lectures, urging their sons or daughters to befriend Qin Bao'er because her brother was extremely wealthy. Society was this realistic; they must become friends with Qin Bao'er!
As evening approached, Liu Mingyan finally returned after finishing her business talks. As soon as she entered the office, she saw Ning Xingchen smiling at her.
"Everything settled with Bao'er's situation?" Liu Mingyan asked, seeing the smile on Ning Xingchen's face, knowing it had gone smoothly.
"Yes, just a minor issue. Besides, with your husband stepping in personally, there's nothing in this world I can't handle!" Ning Xingchen smiled.
"Narcissist!" Liu Mingyan playfully chided. They say confident men are the most handsome, and Ning Xingchen's ease and humor made Liu Mingyan deeply infatuated, her heart fluttering.
"Let's not talk about that. I went to the school as the guardian. How are you going to thank me?" Ning Xingchen stood up and moved to Liu Mingyan's side, inhaling her faint fragrance.
"I'll cook a nice meal for you tonight to reward you!" Liu Mingyan laughed.
"Alright, I thought you were going to let me do that." Ning Xingchen pretended to be disappointed.
"You're such a rogue, always thinking about that. Eating my cooking is the highest reward. From childhood till now, I've only cooked for two men: you and my dad!" Liu Mingyan's words conveyed how important Ning Xingchen was to her.
"Hahaha, one is me, the other is your dad. Doesn't that mean I'm like your dad? Call me daddy!" Ning Xingchen joked.
"Don't talk nonsense!" Liu Mingyan gave him a glare.
"Mingyan, your cooking is better than a five-star hotel's. I'm actually more than happy!" Ning Xingchen's gentle words as he wrapped his arms around Liu Mingyan's slender waist.
"I'm glad you like it." Liu Mingyan was pleased to feel Ning Xingchen's sincerity. Making her husband happy was the best thing for a woman.
"Big CEO, did you get tired from your business meetings today?" Ning Xingchen asked with concern, his voice magnetic.
However, before Liu Mingyan could respond, the office door was gently pushed open, and Anyu Qing walked in.
Seeing the scene before her, Anyu Qing was stunned and at a loss for words. Mr. Ning was hugging President Liu!
This confirmed Anyu Qing's inner suspicions. So, Mr. Ning and President Liu were indeed a couple.
"Mr. Ning, I'm sorry, the door was ajar. I thought no one was inside, so I just…" Anyu Qing explained hurriedly, her face flustered, fearing that Ning Xingchen would be angry and reprimand her.
"Ahem, Mr. Ning, I'll go back to work!" Liu Mingyan lightly coughed, turning to leave the office.
As Liu Mingyan passed by Anyu Qing, she coldly said, "Secretary An, you saw nothing, right?"
"President Liu, I saw nothing." Anyu Qing, being very clever, naturally understood Liu Mingyan's meaning.
"That's good!" Liu Mingyan nodded and left the CEO's office.
Liu Mingyan did not want to expose her real relationship with Ning Xingchen, fearing it might lead to rumors in the company suggesting that she became president not due to her abilities but because of her relationship with a man.
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"Secretary An, come in and close the door!" Ning Xingchen gestured for Anyu Qing to come over.
"Mr. Ning, I'm sorry. I forgot to knock. You can dock my pay!" Anyu Qing lowered her head, speaking timidly. Her sincere attitude was quite endearing.
"Secretary An, I'm not blaming you. It's no big deal. You saw what you saw. President Liu is indeed my girlfriend, but if everyone in the company knew about our relationship, it would indeed be inconvenient for her management. I wasn't intentionally hiding it from you!" Ning Xingchen said softly.
"Mr. Ning…" Anyu Qing was instantly moved. Ning Xingchen's gentle attitude warmed her heart.
"Secretary An, you can call me Mr. Ning in front of others, but privately, since I'm only a few years older than you, just call me Brother Xingchen!" Ning Xingchen, always considerate towards women, especially such a delicate young lady, could never bear to scold her.
"Thank you, Mr. Ning. I'll make you some tea. I bought some West Lake Longjing for you yesterday." Anyu Qing smiled sweetly, bending over to take a beautifully packaged box from a drawer.
"Pre-rain Longjing? Such good tea, even the cheapest costs thousands per pound, right?" Ning Xingchen asked curiously.
"Mr. Ning, I'm your secretary. It's my duty to prepare these things for you." Anyu Qing looked up, her delicate face blossoming into a smile as she gazed at Ning Xingchen.
"Secretary An, you just graduated, renting a place, buying food and clothes is already a big expense. I can't let you pay for the tea. Tell me how much it was, and I'll send you a red envelope!" Ning Xingchen said, about to take out his phone.
"Mr. Ning, it's just a small token of my appreciation. Please don't refuse. Besides, without your recognition, I wouldn't have progressed so quickly!" Anyu Qing had no ulterior motives, simply wanting to express her gratitude.
Noticing Anyu Qing's hand holding his, Ning Xingchen smiled knowingly, thinking she was a good, loyal person worth nurturing, not a thankless ingrate.
Realizing her own excitement, Anyu Qing quickly let go of his hand, her clear, beautiful eyes glistening as she softly said, "Mr. Ning, the water is ready, I'll make the tea."
Ning Xingchen smiled lightly, leaning back in his chair, watching Anyu Qing's graceful, curvaceous figure as she prepared the tea. He softly said, "Secretary An, I won't be polite then. Work well with me, and I won't treat you unfairly!"
Especially emphasizing the word "work," Ning Xingchen wasn't sure if the pure young beauty understood.
"Mr. Ning, I'll do my best!" Anyu Qing, full of youthful energy, vowed earnestly.
Watching Anyu Qing make tea was a pleasure. As she bent over, her ample, fair chest was occasionally revealed, a tempting sight. Even if Ning Xingchen didn't want to look, his eyes naturally drifted there, unless he completely turned away.