Deliberately Approaching
Chapter 278 Just Say It If You Want To Distract Me

Chapter 278: Chapter 278 Just Say It If You Want To Distract Me

At 6 p.m. at Jiang Banquet Hall.

Leng Lingxiao and Tang Xiaowan entered the grand hall, where social elites were gathered, hand in hand.

Their arrival immediately captured the attention of many. One in a black bespoke suit exuding nobility and handsomeness, the other in a sweet water-pink mid-sleeve long dress, like a sprite descended to the mortal realm.

The men drooled over Tang Xiaowan’s exquisite figure and beauty, stopping in their tracks to watch her.

"Whose daughter is this? I’ve never seen her before!"

"Look at that waist, I’m afraid it’ll break!"

"Not bad, perfect figure, it’s just a shame she’s dressed so conservatively. If only she was wearing a strap dress and high heels, could it be that she’s still in school?"

"Probably so; she looks quite sprite-like. I estimate her height... around 165 cm, yeah, about right."

"Leng Lingxiao is quite the lucky guy!"

The socialites who saw this scene felt disdain, envy, and some added fuel to the fire.

"Her jewelry set isn’t bad, quite unique!"

"That’s from Wanhua Jewelry, huh, there’s only one set like that, darn it, she actually got it."

"The handbag is also the latest model just released."

"Clothes make the man just as a saddle makes the horse. This girl is clearly shrewd, but Leng Lingxiao isn’t someone easily fooled; it might just be a show for now."

"Men, they always like to try something new."

"Hasn’t Jiang Kexin always been smitten with Leng Lingxiao? I wonder if we’ll see some good drama unfold."

"Handsome and rich, who wouldn’t be jealous!"

...

During the process, acquaintances kept raising their glasses to signal or to greet him, and Leng Lingxiao just nodded in response, never neglecting Tang Xiaowan and continuing to talk and walk intimately with her.

Worried she might be nervous, Leng Lingxiao even teased her, "The Jiang Family is also somewhat influential; I guess many beauties have come. It’s unavoidable they’ll compete in beauty and splendor. Don’t be afraid; just ignore them and be yourself."

"With my good looks and an omnipotent boyfriend, what is there to be afraid of!"

The comment pleased Leng Lingxiao a great deal.

Indeed, his Little Tangtang was both tough and sweet, not a little kitten to be bullied by anyone.

"Right, exactly, that’s the spirit."

"Actually... it’s mainly your choice of dress and jewelry that’s stunning, so beautiful, not only exquisite but also a little luxurious. It’s as if you stepped out just to dazzle the streets, I’m a bit embarrassed!"

As he spoke, Leng Lingxiao pulled Tang Xiaowan a bit closer to himself, his eyes full of adoration, "Beauty shines in any attire. How about we dazzle the streets of Chicheng too when we return in a few days?"

Tang Xiaowan bashfully bit her lower lip.

"Wow, you remind me! I completely forgot, school is starting back in three days!"

"No big deal, just transfer schools."

"Transfer again? Forget it, I don’t want that. If I transfer again, I’ll hit the headlines."

"Are you worried about the cost, or the hassle?"

"Of course, the cost. With that money, it’s better to... Anyway, it’s unnecessary trouble."

Leng Lingxiao looked at her with doting eyes, shook his head, and casually picked up two glasses of juice. He handed one to Tang Xiaowan and tapped their glasses together gently.

"Don’t worry, going to Chicheng won’t cost a dime."

Tang Xiaowan asked with surprise, "Why?"

"Because my Little Tangtang is outstanding, schools will be competing for the chance to enroll you."

"Sure, self-promotion," she said with a scoff.

"No, I’m speaking the truth, and besides, Grandma would definitely support your transfer to Chicheng. There are mountains and water there, and the climate is much like Qingcheng, very suitable for settling down."

"How do you know? Did you ask?"

"Just a guess."

While they were talking, a woman in a red dress with a bare back and a seductive sway approached.

From afar, she greeted Leng Lingxiao, "Mr. Leng, long time no see."

As soon as she finished speaking, she reached out with a glass of red wine.

Not recognizing her, Leng Lingxiao naturally didn’t bother to pay attention and promptly left with Tang Xiaowan in tow.

The woman in red quickly took a few steps to chase after him but was stopped in her tracks by a man in black raising his hand.

"Mr. Leng doesn’t like to be disturbed."

"What’s the big deal? It’s just a drink. Big brother, aren’t you making a mountain out of a molehill?"

"Madam, please."

"Alright, alright, if you say no, then it’s a no. But don’t you know how to be compassionate to women? Your fierce look could scare someone to death."

Only then did the woman in red step away.

At the same time, Tang Xiaowan flashed a naive smile and gently sipped her juice, her big apricot eyes twinkling as she looked at Leng Lingxiao.

"Tangtang, what’s with that expression?"

"I just realized that you are so..."

"Brother Ling Xiao, I’m so glad you could come," Jiang Kexin said as she appeared in a black deep V-neck long dress, interrupting Tang Xiaowan before she could finish her sentence.

Her movements were too quick, and since she was the host, the bodyguards naturally hadn’t paid much attention to her until it was too late.

Having come to this point, all they could do was stand by.

Leng Lingxiao naturally wouldn’t indulge Jiang Kexin. He looked at Tang Xiaowan with a gaze full of tenderness and softly asked, "Tangtang, what were you going to say?"

"It’s too crowded here, and it feels stuffy."

"Yeah, I feel the same. Let’s go over there to get some air."

Jiang Kexin: "..."

Their cooperative interaction infuriated Jiang Kexin.

She felt as if she were being disregarded completely, passed over as if she were just a nobody.

...

A few minutes later, on the terrace.

"Bodyguards seem to really like wearing sunglasses."

"It’s to keep others from seeing where their focus lies, which makes their actions more convenient. Most in the bodyguard profession do this."

"The scary ones are those who don’t wear sunglasses."

These words clearly had an implication.

Leng Lingxiao followed Tang Xiaowan’s gaze and saw a middle-aged man at the entrance of the hall, talking on the phone, pacing back and forth.

"He is Wang Junchen’s driver and bodyguard, Jiangbei, a retired special forces soldier."

"Wow, he’s swift, impressive!"

"When you said he looked familiar yesterday, I had someone check on him. Nothing unusual was found, so don’t worry, I have everything arranged."

"Why haven’t I seen Wang Junchen?"

"He’s in the private room, with Jiang Yongheng."

"Private room? Why aren’t you there? Don’t you have business dealings with them, or is it only accessible to people of a certain status?"

"You little rascal, if you want to get rid of me, just say it. Are you trying to upset me on purpose?"

"Of course not, I’m just curious!"

Facing Tang Xiaowan’s coquetry, Leng Lingxiao couldn’t resist. He gave in after a few seconds.

"Alright then, you can wander around by yourself while I go meet Wang Junchen, but remember not to wander off. Call me if you need anything, or send a message."

"Okay, got it, go on, hurry."

Not far away, Li Zishen watched Tang Xiaowan with a profound look in his phoenix eyes until she left the terrace.

The man was dressed in a bespoke grey suit, his gaze piercing. From the moment Tang Xiaowan had entered, his eyes had never left her.

Her long hair draped softly, she looked graceful and lovely in her pink dress, which accentuated her exquisite figure with playful sweetness. Which man could resist being moved by such sight?

Moreover, Li Zishen was already captivated by Tang Xiaowan, and at this moment, he felt restless, filled with memories of her short stay in Li Garden.

During that time, Tang Xiaowan had either been dismantling cameras or destroying precious furniture and antique paintings and calligraphy.

She had gone to great lengths to provoke him!

Instantly, Li Zishen adjusted his tie and quickly set off, intercepting Tang Xiaowan halfway.

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