Chapter 90: We Shall See

Chapter 90: Chapter 90: We Shall See

Tingting fell silent at Jiang Fan’s words.

She couldn’t deny that Jiang Fan was right about everything.

"I don’t know if you believe in love at first sight, but I’m telling you, this is it."

"There’s no why, and there aren’t a million reasons."

"I just love him. I want to marry him, build a small family with him, and have his children."

"He’s also the one who’s given me a sense of warmth and emotional comfort I haven’t felt in over a decade."

Tingting slowly walked over to Wu Qiang and took his arm.

She looked at Jiang Fan with utmost seriousness and sincerity, saying word by word, "He is the man I’ve chosen. For the rest of my life, it will only be him. It can only be him!"

"I know you might not believe me, but I will spend the rest of my life proving it."

Jiang Fan was taken aback. How could he not see the resolve in her voice?

He turned to Wu Qiang. "Tell me the truth, man. What are your feelings for her? Do you love her or not?"

"She’s the best woman who’s ever come into my life. I’d have to be struck by lightning to say I don’t love her."

"But when it comes to getting married right away, I think we should wait a little longer. It’s not that I don’t want to, but I feel like it would be disrespectful to her."

Wu Qiang had been saying all this to Jiang Fan with sincerity.

But as he spoke, he suddenly grew emotional and whispered something in Tingting’s ear.

"Alright, alright, you two can stop with the public displays of affection in front of me."

"Since you’ve already made up your mind, I won’t say any more as your brother. Just one thing: if you ever need anything, call me."

"And if you decide to get married, don’t forget the promise we made."

Jiang Fan stepped forward, clapping Wu Qiang on the shoulder with a smile.

"Where do you think you’re going? I’m so happy about this today, you’re all staying for dinner! It’s on me!"

Old Niu came out from inside the restaurant, wiping tears from his eyes.

"You were hiding behind the door listening this whole time, weren’t you?"

Jiang Fan rolled his eyes.

"You don’t know shit! I was just too embarrassed to interrupt them. Do you have any idea how moved I am?"

"Damn it, that bastard Wu Qiang managed to snag a super-rich woman, and here I am still slaving away at this restaurant."

"BOOHOOO, I’m so damn jealous of him!"

Old Niu wailed.

Jiang Fan and Wu Qiang exchanged a look and burst out laughing. They knew Old Niu’s personality all too well and could tell he was just being dramatic again.

"Old Niu, since you’re treating us... what about that Maotai of yours?"

Jiang Fan nudged Old Niu with his shoulder, licking his lips in anticipation.

"Drink? You two have been after my 30-year-old bottle of Maotai for a long time, haven’t you?"

"I’ll go get the food. You guys sit here and chat for a bit."

"Old Niu, I’ll help you! Don’t strain yourself!"

"Old Niu, just tell me where the Maotai is and I’ll get it myself! You just sit back and relax. Today, you’ll get a taste of your brother’s skills!"

In perfect sync, Jiang Fan and Wu Qiang flanked Old Niu, grabbing him by both arms with mock solemnity.

"You two animals! Damn it, let me go!"

But how could Old Niu possibly break free from two burly men like them?

He was practically carried inside. The meal left Jiang Fan feeling completely satisfied.

At the dinner table, Jiang Fan poured himself a glass of the 30-year-old Maotai, stood up, and addressed Wu Qiang and Tingting:

"I’m not great with words, and I might have been out of line earlier, but it won’t affect our friendship going forward. I’ll down this one. You two can drink as you please."

Jiang Fan tilted his head back and downed the glass of baijiu.

Only Old Niu, off to the side, had a pained look on his face.

"Such a waste! It’s like casting pearls before swine! You’re feeding fine bran to a wild boar!"

You’re supposed to savor a 30-year-old vintage like this to truly taste its complexity.

But Jiang Fan was just chugging it, glass after glass.

"Jiang, Wu Qiang looks up to you like a big brother, so I suppose I should too."

"He’s not good with words, and I don’t like to beat around the bush. I’ll just say this: watch what we do from now on."

Tingting, too, showed a bold, dauntless spirit.

She tilted her head back and downed her glass as well. Two crimson blossoms quickly bloomed on her cheeks.

"If you can’t handle it, don’t drink so much. You don’t have to be so stubborn."

Wu Qiang quickly took the glass from her.

None of them were heavy drinkers, so after finishing the entire bottle, they were all swaying on their feet.

Jiang Fan completely forgot about Li Muwan, who was waiting for him back at the office. He simply collapsed in one of Old Niu’s back rooms and passed out.

The bunch of lightweights didn’t even close the restaurant door.

But thanks to the previous incident with Long Hao, the area was now relatively safe.

「By the time they startled awake, the sky was already dark.」

"Holy shit, how long was I asleep?"

"I’m screwed, I’m screwed!!"

Jiang Fan pulled out his phone and saw over a dozen missed calls.

There were calls from Li Muwan and Yin Ruxue among them.

Li Muwan had also sent a message asking where he was.

"Can we agree not to drink like this again? It was good stuff, and my head doesn’t even hurt, but man, this feels awful."

"Niu, get us some water."

Wu Qiang waved a weak hand.

"Hold on, you lightweights. Guess I’m the one who has to wait on you."

"You guys hang out, I’ve got something to take care of, so I’m heading out!"

While dialing Li Muwan’s number, Jiang Fan bolted out of the restaurant.

The moment the call connected, Li Muwan’s icy voice came through.

"Where are you? What have you been doing all day?"

"You don’t answer your phone, you don’t reply to texts... Have you forgotten the nature of your job?"

"My fault, my fault. I was out looking for an apartment and my phone died. That’s why I couldn’t answer."

Jiang Fan had no choice but to tell a little white lie. If Li Muwan found out he hadn’t come back because he was drunk, his pay would definitely be docked.

"Looking for an apartment? Are you moving? You can’t quit this job, you know."

"No, no, my old place was too expensive. I’m just looking for somewhere cheaper."

Jiang Fan explained hurriedly.

"Cheaper? What kind of place?"

"Just a single room for around three or four hundred a month would be fine."

"I live alone, so I’m not that picky."

"Hmph. The last place you lived was basically a kennel. Come over to my place. I happen to be home right now."