Chapter 386: Outstanding

Chapter 386: Outstanding

Chapter 386: Outstanding
August 2023, 8, Friday, cloudy to overcast, 18~27℃.

The gradually brighter sky seeps into the bedroom through the curtains.

Liu Qingning slowly woke up from her sleep, and Tang Song beside her had disappeared.

After being in a daze for a while, my thoughts gradually became clear.

I picked up my phone and checked the time.

【7: 41】

Then I saw another WeChat message.

[Tang Song: "I saw you were sleeping soundly this morning, so I didn't wake you up. I've bought breakfast and put it in the refrigerator. You can get up and heat it up before eating. I have something to go out for."]

Turning off the air conditioner and lifting the summer quilt, Liu Qingning replied simply, then stood up and started walking out.

Recalling the scenes of last night, a complicated look appeared on her face.

Tang Song's sudden display of strength and his attack on her breasts made her sleepless last night as expected, and she didn't even know when she fell asleep.

I originally wanted to win him back by recalling the past and dressing sexy, but I failed in the end.

From her heart and world views, she could not accept the fact that Tang Song was promiscuous, nor could she accept sharing him with other women.

But she really didn't want to give up on him.

She didn't know what had happened to Tang Song during this period, and even his experiences since college began to become confusing.

Tang Song was no longer the silly boy in her impression.

She understood that she needed to get to know this childhood sweetheart again.

Wait until you have a good understanding of him before trying to win him back or making a choice.

I finished washing up, wiped my face, and just walked out of the bathroom.

Then I saw Liu Shuang walking out of the bedroom.

"Ah? Qing Ning, why are you still here so late today? It's almost 8:."

Tangyi Precision has a flexible working system, with employees usually starting work at 10 a.m. and finishing get off work at 7 p.m., so Liu Shuang gets up very late every day.

"I overslept today. It's okay. I've already handed over my work here." Liu Qingning smiled and pointed to the breakfast on the table. "Here, Tang Song bought it. I just finished eating it. It's still hot."

"Thank you, dear." Liu Shuang sat down at the coffee table with a smile, took a bite of the shrimp steamed dumpling, and a satisfied look appeared on her face.

"By the way, Qing Ning! You don't seem to have a bag for catering and banquets. Let me recommend a few to you. We can go to the mall and buy them directly this afternoon."

While changing her clothes, Liu Qingning shook her head and said, "No need. Tang Song just gave me a handbag two days ago."

"Oh? Is this the bag Tang Song gave you?" Liu Shuang didn't even bother to eat. She stood up curiously and asked, "What brand? Where is it? Let me see."

"Wait a moment." Liu Qingning pulled up her pants, opened the closet, and tiptoed to take out an orange gift box from the top layer.

Because she has been thinking about Tang Song these days, she has not taken it out to use it.

Looking at the familiar packaging, Liu Shuang asked in surprise: "LV? Which model is this?"

"cap mini."

"Wow, the classic handbag series, your favorite one, the basic version costs 5 or 6 yuan, Tang Song really spent a lot of money!"

Liu Qingning opened the lid, took out the bag from inside, and a big smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

The bag Tang Song bought was exactly what she wanted.

She really likes LV's Capucines Mini and had the urge to buy one before, but because of her busy work and the need to save money, she has been suppressing her desire.

"Uh...wait..." Liu Shuang said with eyes wide open: "Oh my goodness, this seems to be a crocodile leather series worth more than 20 yuan, right? Is it true?"

Although rare leather and ordinary leather are of the same style, their refinement, luxury and price are far different. In their eyes, they are completely different things.

"Of course it's authentic." Liu Qingning pouted and said, "Tang Song wouldn't lie to me."

She is absolutely confident about this.

After knowing each other for so many years, Tang Song had never lied to her except for joking and teasing.

Even emotionally, he is like this.

In fact, she could understand why Tang Song frankly admitted his scumbag behavior.

The relationship between them is complicated. In addition to love, there is also deep friendship.

If Tang Song really deceived her, the consequences would be devastating when she discovered the truth.

The friendship and emotions they have built up over a long period of time will have irreparable cracks.

Tang Song didn't want this relationship to deteriorate, so he had to confess to her.

"Honey, this is my Dream Bag, let me see it!" Liu Shuang came over excitedly.

She just graduated from graduate school this year and has been a full-time employee for only two months. Although she earns 4 yuan a month, she has no savings and cannot afford luxury goods of this level.

Liu Shuang touched the diamond-covered LV buckle lovingly, then gently opened the cover and said in surprise, "Oh, why is there something inside?"

"What is it?" Liu Qingning was stunned and opened her bag to look inside.

In addition to a shoulder strap, there are some other things neatly placed in the inner bag.

I took it out and looked at it, there were 3 things in total.

A plastic-wrapped black and gold watch, a bottle of perfume, and a folded piece of paper.

"This is... the Chanel black and gold sugar cube watch, and the Hermès Nile Garden perfume." Liu Shuang looked at the logo on the watch and said with envy: "Wearing a rare leather cap mini and a Chanel watch, your style has been raised immediately."

Although they have high academic qualifications, they are of ordinary origin after all and their social class has not been improved.

Facing such a high-level dinner and facing those celebrities, it is impossible not to be nervous.

Having these luxury items can always increase your confidence and self-esteem, and also add some social value.

Liu Qingning licked her lips and put the watch and perfume on the bed.

Pick up the folded paper and gently open it.

Above is a sketch of her when she was in high school.

Wearing a school uniform, sitting by the window, wearing a pair of headphones, with a playful and cute smile on her face.

Below the sketch, there is a line of words written in pencil.

[Only when you smile lightly, the mountains and rivers are full of spring]

Liu Qingning's eyes were a little moist and her vision gradually blurred.

This is not the content of any photo, but a picture that only exists in the memory of Tang and Song.

Liu Shuang said with a complicated expression: "I have to admit that Tang Song is really good to you. This set of things costs 30 in total, which is not a small amount for him."

In the past, she firmly believed that Tang Song was not worthy of Liu Qingning, and she often advised her to choose the better Cheng Qingfeng or Xiang Kai.

But after this meeting, the new look shown by the other party greatly changed her preconceived impression.

Liu Qingning, this "ordinary" childhood sweetheart, does have merits that are worth her efforts.

If we don't consider his financial conditions, he is no worse than Xiang Kai.

Looking at the sketches in her hand and the gifts one by one, Liu Qingning took a deep breath, feeling a mixture of emotions.

...

11 o'clock in the morning.

Kexing Science Park, century-old intelligent learning.

The HR director handed over the resignation certificate and said, "It's OK, Mr. Liu. It's done. You just need to keep the access control and work badge. We may contact you with any work-related issues in the next period of time."

"Okay, I understand. Bye." Liu Qingning nodded, turned and walked out of the human resources office.

As soon as I returned to my workstation, Li Ziying came over.

He patted her shoulder and said softly, "Qing Ning, Qing Feng will not be attending the exchange dinner tonight because he has something else to do."

Liu Qingning was stunned for a moment, then nodded thoughtfully, "Oh, okay."

"By the way, you are going to go clothes shopping with Liu Shuang this afternoon, right?"

"Well, I'll take a taxi to see her later, have dinner together, and then go shopping."

"OK, then the three of us can go together." Li Ziying pinched her cute face and said with a smile: "After shopping, I will take you to a super good beauty salon. The makeup artists there are first-class. I just got a VIP card.

You can do some care first to make your skin brighter.

When the time comes, we will match the new clothes and let a professional makeup artist do a full set of makeup for us.

When attending such a formal occasion, you always have to dress elegantly and decently.

A beautiful girl like you, if you take good care of yourself, will definitely be no worse than those stars."

Hearing this, Liu Qingning's eyes lit up instantly, "Okay, thank you Ziying."

They are all development engineers, their makeup skills are not very good, and they don’t have much time to study.

There is no woman who doesn't love beauty, and this is especially true for someone like her who has been beautiful since childhood.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have been afraid to let Tang Song look at her face closely because of acne.

She hasn't taken care of herself properly for a long time.

Thinking about how she had finished her treatment, put on beautiful makeup, changed into new clothes, and appeared in front of Tang Song with a new look.

Liu Qingning clenched her fists tightly and a happy smile appeared on her face.

……

Building T1, No. 8 Shenzhen City Bay.

"Ding dong——" The doorbell rang.

Tang Song put down his laptop, stood up and walked to the entrance.

A real-time image of the outside world appeared on the LED display screen. After confirming that it was a property service staff, Tang Song opened the armored door.

"Mr. Tang, your clothes have been ironed. Please check if there are any problems."

Tang Song took the Kiton suit, checked it briefly, and said with a smile, "No problem, thank you."

"It's my honor to serve you. I wish you a happy life. Goodbye."

"Goodbye."

After closing the armored door, Tang Song took off the dust bag and hung the clothes in the cloakroom of the master bedroom.

When he came to Shenzhen, he happened to bring a suit with him and left it at No. 1 Shenzhen Bay.

If you are going to attend a dinner party in the evening, you should dress more formally.

After ironing, the suit's drape and crispness have been restored to their original state.

Tang Song took off his casual clothes and put on his clothes one by one.

Navy blue suit and trousers, white shirt, and dark brown casual leather shoes.

It has both a casual and comfortable feel, and also has a business feel.

Travel around the world wearing Vacheron Constantin.

Stood in front of the mirror and looked.

Superior body proportions, upright and strong posture, high-quality clothing, and handsome facial features.

The overall appearance is impeccable, he is definitely a top handsome guy.

Tang Song feels that he can now become a traffic star and that there is definitely a market for him.

I admired myself in the mirror for a long time.

Tang Song picked up his phone and called Liu Qingning, "Hello, are you done shopping?"

"Well, Shuangshuang and I just returned to the rental house. We are going to the beauty salon to do our makeup now. It should take a long time. I will send you the location. When the time comes, you can come directly and we will go to the Raffles Hotel together."

"Okay baby."

"Hey, how do you talk like that?" Liu Qingning's voice sounded a little shy.

Tang Song smiled, kissed the microphone, and said softly: "Bye, wait for me to pick you up in the evening."

"Bye-Bye."

After hanging up the phone, Tang Song walked to the balcony and looked into the distance.

It is different from the imperial capital that has experienced the vicissitudes of history, and also different from the magic city that is prosperous to the core.

Shenzhen is a very young metropolis, full of vitality and high-spirited vigor.

Here are Alibaba, Penguin, Huawei...

There are also his companies Smile Holdings, Tangyi Precision, and Green Lemon Technology...

It is actually a very good choice for Bai Yueguang to stay here.

……

relp beauty salon. Facial care, hand care, makeup...

After completing the process, it was almost 6 o'clock in the evening.

Liu Qingning stood in front of the full-length mirror for a long time, a happy smile on her face.

The light blue summer suit dress has a waist-hugging design that perfectly outlines her body curves.

The black and gold Chanel sugar cube watch on her wrist embellishes her outfit very well, making her look more fashionable.

Her hair is slightly wavy and her skin is white and tender after careful care.

Add a pair of 6cm high heels and the whole person looks radiant, sexy and beautiful.

Thinking of the upcoming meeting with Tang Song, Liu Qingning's eyes flashed with excitement and pride.

After all, she was once the recognized school beauty of Jingxian No. 1 Middle School.

It's just that I've been too busy with work and have neglected to take care of it.

After a thorough tidying up this time, it has regained 8% to 9% of its peak charm.

I must give that brat a big surprise later!
"Qingning, you are so beautiful." Liu Shuang sighed sincerely, then looked at herself in the mirror and couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.

She has a standard figure and pretty looks, and is actually quite popular in the company.

But standing in front of Liu Qingning, he looked inconspicuous.

Everything is afraid of comparison.

Li Ziying came over with a smile, sighed a few times, and then picked up Liu Qingning's LV bag and handed it to her, "With this outfit, she looks like a pure and innocent heroine from a romance novel!"

Liu Qingning chuckled and joked with her.

"Ding-ling-ling——" a quick cell phone ring rang out.

Liu Shuang quickly picked up the phone and answered the call, "Hello, Xiang Kai."

"Oh, we're done. We'll leave for the hotel later."

"Ah? You're here? This..." Liu Shuang secretly glanced at Liu Qingning and said, "Okay, we'll go out right away."

hang up the phone.

Liu Qingning asked, "What's wrong, Shuangshuang?"

Liu Shuang said a little embarrassedly: "I told Xiang Kai on WeChat that we were coming here to get our makeup done, and told him the approximate time it would end. He said he happened to live nearby and would drive over to pick us up and go to the Raffles Hotel together. We are now in the rest area on the first floor of the beauty salon."

She and Xiang Kai were college classmates for four years and had a very good relationship. Xiang Kai also helped her get an autographed photo of Bei Yuwei.

So he did not hide his whereabouts during the chat and also told others the news that Tang Song was coming to pick up Liu Qingning.

However, she didn't expect Xiang Kai to act so decisively and kill her directly.

Tang Song has been living in their rental house since he came to Shenzhen. Liu Qingning has also officially resigned, and Xiang Kai can no longer bear it.

Li Ziying said with a smile: "It just so happens that we have finished our work, gogogo, I am lucky to have you here today. With Xiang Kai, an insider leading the way, we can relax a little bit, and maybe even make some celebrity friends."

Liu Qingning frowned slightly, but didn't say anything.

Walk out of the VIP dressing room and go down the marble staircase to the first floor.

Then I saw Xiang Kai sitting on the sofa in the lounge area.

He was wearing a high-end tailor-made suit, a shiny watch, and his hair was tied sideways.

He has both the calmness and solemnity of a financial elite and the free and easy nature of a rich young man.

The whole person looks handsome and has an excellent temperament.

Many beauty salon staff passing by would subconsciously cast their gazes towards him.

Looking at Xiang Kai at this moment, Liu Shuang couldn't help but sigh, envying her good sister's blessing.

In fact, if she were really asked to choose, she would probably choose Xiang Kai in the end.

In terms of appearance, he is also a top handsome guy, not much worse than Tang Song.

His father is the vice president of an entertainment company, his mother is a well-known actress, his family has extensive connections, and he himself is a financial elite.

Xiang Kai has a bright future ahead of him.

In other words, he was not in the same class as them.

The money Liu Qingning saved after three years of hard work in starting a business was barely enough to buy a house in Shenzhen.

But Xiang Kai's family already has two properties in Shenzhen.

Hearing footsteps coming from the stairs.

Xiang Kai raised his head and glanced over, his eyes fell on Liu Qingning in the middle, with a hint of surprise and passion in his eyes.

Cute and charming face, sexy and hot body.

Liu Qingning, dressed in her best clothes, exudes both innocence and maturity.

This contrasting combination is very visually impactful and is also his favorite type.

She stood up and greeted Kai with a smile, "Good evening, three beauties."

"Good evening." "Thank you for coming all the way here."

"It's okay, I'm close."

Xiang Kai paced in front of the three people, looked at Liu Qingning, and said with bright eyes: "You look really beautiful today, I give you 100 points! I told you a long time ago that you should take care of yourself more."

Li Ziying joked: "I say, how can you only praise one person? Aren't Shuangshuang and I pretty?"

"Of course it's beautiful." Xiang Kai shrugged, with a smile on his face. "But to be honest, green lemon is more beautiful."

Liu Qingning nodded seriously and said, "This is the truth."

"Hermes Nile Garden?" Xiang Kai twitched his nose and smiled, "It's rare, Qing Ning, you actually wear perfume."

Liu Shuang covered her mouth and laughed: "You have a really good nose."

Liu Qingning chuckled and explained inconspicuously: "The perfume was given to me by Tang Song."

Hearing her words, Xiang Kai raised his eyebrows slightly, "Oh? Then his aesthetic taste is pretty good. This is a unisex perfume that blends fruity, floral and woody scents. It's fresh, elegant, gentle and natural... It's very suitable for a girl like you."

Xiang Kai is very eloquent and knows a lot. He speaks eloquently, confidently and with a unique charm.

Liu Shuang and Li Ziying both looked at it with bright eyes.

After talking about perfume, Xiang Kai said mysteriously, "I have another good news to tell you. One of our famous seniors will also attend this dinner. Can you guess who it is?"

Liu Shuang held his arm and said curiously, "Just tell me. There are so many famous seniors in our school. Who knows which one it is?"

"Yes, Xiang Kai, tell me who it is!"

Xiang Kai shook his head and chuckled, "It's Qin Yingxue."

"Ah! It's her!" "Senior Yingxue!"

The three of them exclaimed, with surprise in their eyes.

The name Qin Yingxue may not be well-known to the outside world, but for some students of the Imperial Capital University, especially those in the computer department, it is a household name.

He used to be Jin Meixiao's assistant and has also been successful in the investment field. He is currently a member of the board of directors of Qingning Technology and appears in major news media from time to time.

It is said that because of her existence, Qingning Technology recruited many alumni of Imperial Capital University and even formed a circle of mutual help.

Li Ziying took a deep breath and said excitedly, "Xiang Kai, Deren's headhunter has contacted me for an interview with Qingning Technology. Do you think it's possible for us to toast and chat with Senior Sister Qin Yingxue?"

She is a practitioner in the field of AI, a master's degree holder from Imperial Capital University, and a member of an entrepreneurial team that has achieved success.

After leaving Century Intelligence, as long as you work hard, there is a high probability that you will be able to enter Qingning Technology.

Of course, if you enter in this way, you will just be an ordinary employee.

If she could get Qin Yingxue's attention, her future would be unpredictable.

Xiang Kai smiled and said, "Senior Qin decided to come this time on a whim. I'm not sure when she'll arrive, nor how long she'll stay here. How about this, if she's still here during the cocktail party, let's go and say hello together."

Li Ziying immediately said: "Okay!"

Liu Qingning and Liu Shuang also nodded, with expectant looks on their faces.

I wanted to meet Pei Yanke and Bei Yuwei just to join in the fun and have some interactions with those stars I had seen on TV, not to worship them.

In comparison, strong women like Qin Yingxue better fit their definition of idol.

Xiang Kai raised his wrist and looked at his watch. "It's already 18:. I heard from Shuangshuang that Tang Song is coming too. Hasn't he arrived yet?"

"They should be here soon. I'll make a call." Liu Qingning took out her cell phone from her bag and dialed.

"Hello, Tang Song."

"Well, we're already out, in the lounge area on the first floor."

"You're here already?"

Liu Qingning quickly raised her head and looked towards the entrance of the beauty salon.

After hearing what she said, Xiang Kai and the other two also looked over.

The receptionist at the door bowed slightly.

The sound of footsteps was heard.

A tall figure suddenly appeared in the gorgeous hall of the beauty salon.

The well-tailored navy blue suit, with its delicate sheen, fits his body lines perfectly.

His slim-fitting trousers fell straight down, swaying gently with his steps, with an unhurried elegance.

The collar of the white shirt is slightly open, revealing clear texture lines.

Under the bright lights, on the fair wrist, the Vacheron Constantin watch shines brightly.

The dark-colored suit, paired with a white shirt, makes him look neat, upright, handsome, calm and graceful.

As soon as he appeared, he instantly became the focus of the whole audience.

He first looked around politely, then his gaze stopped on Liu Qingning, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, outlining a charming smile.

Elegant, noble and romantic.

Sharp and outstanding.

Liu Qingning looked at Tang Song, who had changed into a handsome suit and dressed like an adult, with a dazed look in her eyes.

In the past few days, although Tang Song, who was by her side, had also changed a lot, his temperament was not so drastic.

Especially when they were playing together, it was like he was back in high school.

And Tang Song at this moment reminded her of him grabbing her chest last night.

A little strange, but full of charm.

Liu Shuang and Li Ziying swallowed their saliva and both noticed the difference between Tang and Song.

Looking at the familiar facial features, a look of disbelief flashed across Xiang Kai's face.

Footsteps approach.

"Good evening." A clear and magnetic voice sounded.

"Good evening." "Good evening, Tang Song..."

Hearing the name from Liu Shuang's mouth, Xiang Kai finally confirmed it and his eyes twitched.

It really was him, the so-called childhood sweetheart who always stayed by Liu Qingning's side.

Tang Songchao and the others nodded slightly, stood beside Liu Qingning and held her hand.

He lowered his head, looked at her beautiful face that had been carefully dressed up, and said with bright eyes: "You are so beautiful today. Is this a surprise for me? I like it very much."

Liu Qingning's face flushed instantly, her rosy lips moved slightly, and she said unnaturally: "It's getting late, we should leave for the venue."

"Yes." Tang Song nodded, turned around and asked, "Liu Shuang, how are you going to get there?"

"Um..." Liu Shuang whispered, "Xiang Kai drove here. There are exactly five of us, so we can go together."

Xiang Kai pursed his lips and said, "Long time no see, Tang Song, do you still remember me?"

"Of course I remember, Xiang Kai." Tang Song looked calm and composed. "Then the three of you take a car. Qing Ning and I will go together. My car is waiting outside. We will meet in the hotel lobby."

When he saw again this competitor who had brought him deep frustration in the past, he no longer had many emotions.

Xiang Kai narrowed his eyes, said nothing, and followed.

As I walked out of the beauty salon, the damp and stuffy air hit me in the face.

The security driver waiting on the roadside immediately opened the rear door of the Bentley Mulsanne, bent down and gestured with his hand.

Tang Song squeezed Liu Qingning's soft hand and took her to sit in.

The car door was gently closed, and the driver in a suit and sunglasses got into the passenger seat swiftly.

The black Bentley Mulsanne merged into the traffic.

(End of this chapter)