The Ambitions to Conquer the Official Career
Chapter 41 - 41 41 Introducing the Topic

41: Chapter 41: Introducing the Topic 41: Chapter 41: Introducing the Topic The car stopped by the side of the road, and Ye Xiaoli smiled at Ji Yang, “There’s an alley over there, and it has a pretty good barbecue stall.

Let’s go grab something to eat.”

Ji Yang didn’t have any other options, so he said, “Alright then.”

“What’s with that attitude?

It’s not like you’re willing to do it.

A beautiful girl is offering to eat barbecue with you, what more do you want?”

While speaking, she flirtatiously rolled her eyes at Ji Yang.

If it had been during their school days, the boys seeing her like this might have reacted differently.

Unfortunately, she encountered Ji Yang, who had already been with several women.

It had to be said that Ye Xiaoli was really beautiful; otherwise, she wouldn’t have been so favored by those wealthy second generations, especially since she easily captured Qian Yongping.

This was a small stall located in an alley, not many people around just yet.

Ye Xiaoli asked Ji Yang to grab a table and sit down, then went to order the food herself.

Although Ji Yang worked in this county, he had never actually been to this place before.

Looking around, he felt it was quite nice.

“It’s really nice here; I discovered it by chance.

They grill things really well, and they also serve draft beer, which is quite enjoyable on a hot day.”

“You still have to drive though.”

“What’s the big deal?

Just leave the car here, even coming back tomorrow to get it isn’t an issue, it’s not far from here.”

Ji Yang knew she was right; this small county wasn’t big, and even without driving, it would take only a short time to get back.

After reflecting on his own circumstances, having some drinks wouldn’t really affect him, so Ji Yang didn’t say anything more.

Each of them got a large mug of draft beer and placed it on the table.

Sitting across from each other, Ye Xiaoli said, “I’m quite curious about your life in the countryside, can you tell me about it?”

At that moment, she showed the caring demeanor of an old classmate.

“There’s not much to tell about life in the countryside.”

“It seems you’ve had your fair share of hardships!”

“It’s been alright.”

As the conversation started, Ye Xiaoli sighed, “Back at school, I never really felt it, but after entering society, I realized everything is so different, it’s so hard!” she said, taking a big sip of her beer.

“The barbecue isn’t even here yet, go slow.” Ji Yang, seeing her seemingly trying to get herself drunk, became cautious.

“What are you afraid of, that I’ll eat you up?” Ye Xiaoli rolled her eyes at Ji Yang again.

“When are you marrying Qian Yongping?”

Ji Yang intentionally brought up a contentious topic.

Looking at Ji Yang, Ye Xiaoli said, “Do you also think we should be together?”

“Aren’t you already together?”

“Actually, you don’t know the situation between us!”

While speaking, she showed a saddened expression.

“What situation?” Ji Yang asked.

Ye Xiaoli had been secretly observing Ji Yang’s expressions and said, “Once he drugged my drink, and I ended up pregnant.

I thought since it happened, I might as well marry him and try to live a good life.

But, the more we were together, the more I realized that many of our values didn’t align.

You saw it today; his personality isn’t actually that great.”

Tears began to flow down Ye Xiaoli’s face.

At that moment, the owner had grilled some food and brought it over.

Ye Xiaoli forced a smile, “Let’s forget it, that’s just how it is.

Let’s not talk about my issues, it’s depressing.”

Ji Yang was actually quite hungry by then, and he started eating a skewer of meat.

Ye Xiaoli continued, “Don’t be fooled by my boldness, actually, I’m very traditional.

When I choose a man, I really want to spend a lifetime with him.

Sadly, Qian Yongping has been such a disappointment.”

This woman was now trying as much as possible to distance herself from Qian Yongping!

Suddenly, Ji Yang’s animosity towards Qian Yongping disappeared, and he realized that even Qian Yongping was quite pitiful.

After taking a big sip of beer, Ji Yang suddenly felt rejuvenated.

“By the way, I haven’t asked you yet, do you have a girlfriend?”

“How could I in the countryside?”

“I don’t believe that.

You’re good-looking, how could no girls like you?”

Ye Xiaoli now steered the conversation towards matters of men and women.

“Really, I don’t.”

“I feel like Qian Huixian has ideas about you.”

This woman really knew the situation with the Qian Family!

Ji Yang was secretly impressed.

This woman was really something.

“Don’t talk nonsense.

I just because of Qian Yongping, I spent more time at their house, and got along well with his sisters.”

“You didn’t think about them?

They’re all beauties.”

“You’re overthinking it.

How could they think that way, and I’ve just started working?” Ji Yang showed a naive demeanor.

Ye Xiaoli laughed and said, “Many girls in our class actually liked you secretly, didn’t you know?”

“How could I know that?”

“You’re such a bookworm.

Really, many people liked you, but you just didn’t notice, driving everyone crazy.”

Ji Yang feigned surprise.

Ye Xiaoli laughed even harder, her chest trembling with laughter.

“You really are clueless, which reminds me of those youthful days.

Actually, not just other girls, I secretly liked you too, didn’t you know?”

Here it comes!

Ji Yang knew this woman was up to something, and sure enough, it was starting now.

Raising his glass, Ji Yang said, “Let’s toast to those bygone youthful days, the times in school were really good.”

Ye Xiaoli was somewhat downtrodden, having made her intentions so clear.

If it had been anyone else, they probably would’ve clung to the topic, but this guy just wasn’t taking the bait.

Ye Xiaoli didn’t know if it was Ji Yang’s nerdy air or his astuteness.