Xia Weilan was originally boredly reading a book when suddenly the ringing of her phone interrupted her:
"Grandpa?"
The call was from Old Master Xia in the hospital. He said he would be discharged that evening and asked Xia Weilan to go home for dinner.
In the evening, at the Xia family's old mansion.
In the study, Old Master Xia looked in good spirits. He grabbed Xia Weilan's hand and refused to let go. He quickly asked:
"Girl, are you getting used to your internship in the company?"
Xia Weilan told Old Master Xia about her idea of finding a green gemstone merchant:
"Grandpa, I made this decision on my own, but I think it will be a great boost to the company's future development."
Old Master Xia's eyes lit up: "Girl, I've had this idea for a long time. I've always entrusted this matter to Zhiqing, but we haven't found a suitable one yet. If you can find a suitable material supplier, it will really be a good thing."
In the study, the two talked a lot. Xia Weilan received encouragement from Old Master Xia and became more confident.
After returning from the Xia family to the Splendid Royal Court, Xia Weilan went straight into the study and looked down at the information of several gemstone material suppliers.
A few days later, a large - scale debutante ball was held in the capital. The venue was at the Junma Golf Course, and many people from the jewelry industry were invited.
That evening, Xia Weilan was wearing a solid - color evening dress with a V - neck design. A green gemstone necklace she designed herself was worn around her snow - white swan - like neck. As soon as she appeared at the entrance, she attracted a lot of attention.
The doorman reached out his hand to block Xia Weilan: "Miss, do you have an invitation?"
Only then did Xia Weilan notice that everyone entering was holding an invitation, while she was empty - handed. She calmly smiled and said, "My invitation is with my friend. I'll wait a bit longer."
Xia Weilan walked to the side and stood there reluctantly. Just as she was about to take out her phone to ask Mo Beichen for help, a familiar voice suddenly sounded in her ear: "Weilan?"
Then a graceful and elegant woman walked towards Xia Weilan.
"Mrs. Feng?" Xia Weilan said in surprise.
Mrs. Feng sized up Xia Weilan, and a look of amazement flashed in her eyes: "Why are you standing here?"
Xia Weilan smiled awkwardly. Before she could speak, the intelligent Mrs. Feng stepped forward and took her hand:
"Come on, I've been waiting for you for a long time. Let's go in quickly."
The doorman glanced at the invitation in Mrs. Feng's hand and let them in without saying a word.
"The ball is a real - name system. One person can only bring one friend..." Mrs. Feng said as she walked.
Xia Weilan thanked her and looked around for Mr. Huite, a well - known green gemstone merchant in the jewelry industry. He was an American and his presence in the capital at this moment was just perfect.
"Are you looking for Huite to do business?" Mrs. Feng immediately saw Xia Weilan's intention. She had recently heard that Xia Weilan's attempt to find a jewelry merchant had become a laughingstock.
"Yes." Xia Weilan didn't hide it from Mrs. Feng: "I want to talk to him about cooperation."
"Well, coincidentally, I've met Mr. Huite a few times. I'll introduce you to him." After saying that, Mrs. Feng directly led Xia Weilan towards Huite.
Huite was wearing a gentleman's tailcoat, and there were many handsome men and beautiful women around him, like stars surrounding the moon.
"Mr. Huite, nice to meet you again." Mrs. Feng's gentle voice was like water.
"Mrs. Feng, hello." Huite gave Mrs. Feng a gentlemanly kiss on the back of her hand.
A debutante beside them brightened up at the sight of the jewelry around Xia Weilan's neck: "Wow, this jewelry is so unique. Which counter is it from?"
Several debutantes were attracted by the jewelry on Xia Weilan and gathered around curiously:
"Mrs. Feng, who is your friend? This jewelry is really beautiful."
"Yes, I also want to buy a pair for myself."
Mr. Huite also looked at Xia Weilan. When his eyes fell on her jewelry, his eyebrows frowned, showing obvious displeasure:
"Madam, how could you wear fake gemstones out?"
"What? Fake gemstones?" Several debutantes exclaimed in unison, and even Mrs. Feng looked extremely surprised.
Xia Weilan didn't show a trace of panic. She said to Mr. Huite: "Sir, the necklace I'm wearing was designed by myself. Since I haven't found a suitable gemstone yet, I've used ordinary gemstones instead."
"I see." Mr. Huite's eyes showed appreciation: "Your design is good."
Hearing this, Mrs. Feng immediately picked up on Xia Weilan's words:
"Mr. Huite, to be honest, my friend here specifically wants to talk to you about the green gemstone business."
"Oh? Which company is this young lady from?" Mr. Huite asked politely.
After learning that it was the Xia Group, Mr. Huite said straightforwardly: "That makes sense. I know the Xia Group. It mainly focuses on rubies and lacks in the green gemstone area. I always thought it was because of the unique preference of the Xia Group's president."
As they were talking, Mrs. Feng suggested going for a meal, and Mr. Huite readily agreed.
At the dinner table, Mr. Huite highly praised Xia Weilan's understanding of jewelry:
"I didn't expect Miss Xia to have such insights into gemstones, and the jewelry she designed is also exquisite. I'm very willing to cooperate with someone like you," Mr. Huite said.
Xia Weilan didn't expect things to go so smoothly. She quickly toasted Mr. Huite another glass.
By the time Mr. Huite left, Xia Weilan had drunk quite a bit of wine.
"Weilan, are you okay?"
"I'm fine." Xia Weilan blinked her already red - rimmed eyes and a mischievous smile curled up on her lips.
"That's good." Mrs. Feng heaved a sigh of relief.
However, the next second, Xia Weilan suddenly squatted on the ground, covering her stomach and retching. When she looked up again, her eyes were completely hazy.
"Oh, Weilan, you've really had too much to drink!" Mrs. Feng quickly helped Xia Weilan onto a stool. While fanning her, she made a phone call:
"Mr. Mo..."
Xia Weilan didn't know how she got back to the Splendid Royal Court. When she realized it, she was lying in someone's arms and was then placed on the sofa.
When she was dizzy and finally found her bearings, she was facing a pair of bright black cat - like eyes. The eyes were shining brightly, which made Xia Weilan can't help but reach out her hand to touch them.
"What are you doing?" Mo Beichen quickly grabbed her unruly hand. She was just one step away from scratching his eyes with her sharp nails. He couldn't help but frown and stared directly at her.
Xia Weilan had no idea what was going on at the moment. Because her wrist was being held, she felt extremely uncomfortable, so she desperately waved her arm.
"Let go..." Xia Weilan squinted her eyes and couldn't see anything clearly. She just shouted angrily. Her foot also kicked out subconsciously and hit Mo Beichen's knee heavily.
She was completely like a willful child.
Mo Beichen endured the pain in his knee, grabbed Xia Weilan and dragged her directly into the bathroom. He turned on the shower and poured cold water on Xia Weilan.
The icy cold feeling suddenly came. Xia Weilan stopped all her movements, shivered, and her mind regained some clarity. She finally saw the person in front of her.
Mo Beichen was standing outside the shower, holding the shower head in one hand and her other hand in the other. He was looking down at her with a solemn expression.
"Husband... How did you do this to me?" Xia Weilan looked at him somewhat innocently. She pointed at his neck and widened her eyes. She angrily roared: "What woman did this to you?"
Xia Weilan was pointing at a scratch on his neck where a thin line of blood was oozing out.
Hearing this, Mo Beichen's eyes darkened even more.