Jingxia Rose

Chapter 36: There's no corner that can't be dug up, only a hoe that's not wielded well.
Boy friend?
Upon hearing these three words, Ji Xuan naturally pictured Wen Qi's aloof face.

Even though I say I've let go and found peace, I still need to give that heart that has long since sunk in some depth some time to slowly climb out of the abyss.

Therefore, whenever Wen Qi is mentioned or thought of, a slight stirring always occurs in my heart.

But she said lightly, "No."

It wasn't exactly a lie; it had been about twenty days since she broke up with Wen Qi.

She's single right now.

Upon hearing this, Ji Nian looked disappointed. "Then why don't you find one?"

"How come finding a boyfriend sounds as easy as digging potatoes in the field to you?"

"No way, I was thinking, you're so beautiful and outstanding, you must have a lot of men pursuing you, but none of them have caught your eye and you've made it to the next round, which means they're really not good enough."

Ji Nian argued his case based on reason.

Normally, when others hear this, they would think that Ji Xian has high standards, but when it comes to her, they all think that the men are no good enough and cannot meet her sister's standards.

Ji Xian just smiled and didn't continue the conversation.

This girl is so lively; her little mouth is always smacking.

Thinking that it's been hot these past few days and she's been out having fun for a few days, and she doesn't want to go out tomorrow, I simply showed her a tablet online.

The next day, Ji Nian's classmate came to visit her, and Ji Xian transferred two thousand yuan to her for spending money.

This girl was too proud of herself. When she was showing off to Ji Heng, her mother overheard her and she got scolded and almost beaten. Ji Xian was also scolded by her second aunt, who said that she was spoiling Ji Nian too much. She was just a child and didn't need so much money.

Ji Xian smiled and said, "I'm going back to Beijing tomorrow. Two thousand yuan a summer vacation isn't much."

"You bought her clothes and shoes the other day without spending any money? I heard you also bought her a tablet. You really have money to burn."

After Aunt Ji finished her rambling, she asked, "When are you leaving tomorrow?"

"The train departs at 2 PM."

Aunt Ji didn't say anything, but at lunch the next day, the table was full of delicious dishes.

Before leaving, Ji Xian left 20,000 yuan under her pillow in the room. If she had given it to her second uncle and aunt openly, they definitely wouldn't have accepted it.

In the afternoon, on the high-speed train, she received a message from Ji Heng saying that her second aunt had seen the money under the pillow and was nagging about it again.

Twenty thousand is really not much. Ji Xian also knows his second uncle and aunt's personalities, so he doesn't dare to give them more.

It was past 10 p.m. when we arrived in Beijing.

After taking my luggage and walking out, I saw Xiao Guxing standing there in the distance.

She paused in her steps.

In the afternoon, Xiao Guxing chatted with her, and she mentioned that she was on the high-speed train, without saying what time she would arrive. She didn't expect him to be waiting for her there.

Clearly, Xiao Guxing, who was standing some distance away, had already seen her and waved to her.

She started walking again when someone called her from behind, "Ji Xian?"

The voice sounded somewhat familiar.

Upon hearing this, Ji Xian turned around and saw a tall and upright figure walking towards him. The figure was wearing a casual suit, had a pair of deep brown peach blossom eyes that always held a hint of a carefree smile, and slightly upturned thin lips.

To be precise, he's probably the kind of heartless and ungrateful playboy.

Yes, that's right, this is Yi Xu.

"..."

Ji Xuan was shocked again, and silently clicked his tongue as he saw an assistant pulling a suitcase beside him.

Coincidences are really hard to define.

She gave a slight smile and greeted him, "Mr. Yi, it's been a long time."

"It really has been a long time. I just thought it looked like you." Yi Xu stopped in front of her and said with a smile, "It's only been a little over a year since we last met. There's no need to be so formal. Don't call me President Yi or President Yi. Just call me by my name."

Ji Xuan didn't respond to his question, but instead asked, "Did you just get back from a business trip out of town?"

"Yes, I attended a jewelry fashion show and came back this afternoon."

After returning from Italy, he only rested for two or three days before getting busy again.

He was quite surprised to learn that Wen Qi and Ji Xian had broken up. He hadn't had a chance to have a proper drink and talk with Wen Qi in so long. But instead, he saw Ji Xian first.

They are also WeChat friends, and he saw Ji Xian's post on WeChat Moments the day before yesterday.

I casually asked, "Just got back from your trip?"

Ji Xuan didn't explain further, and nodded, "Yes."

As they walked out, talking, Yi Xu asked, "Well, there's a car coming to pick me up. Where are you staying now? I'll take you there."

"No need, I wouldn't want to trouble you." Ji Xuan still had a gentle smile on his face. "My friend is here to pick me up."

As they were talking, they came out. Xiao Guxing saw from afar that there was a man with her, and they were chatting and laughing all the way out, obviously they were acquaintances.

Yi Xu is a well-known figure in Beijing's social circles, and Xiao Guxing recognized him as soon as he approached.

Oh, Wen Qi's childhood friend.

Xiao Guxing frowned slightly, then quickly relaxed.

Similarly, Yi Xu frowned when he saw Xiao Guxing. He didn't know Xiao Guxing, but judging from his demeanor and appearance, he could tell that he came from a good family.

He inexplicably felt a sense of crisis for his good brother Wen Qi.

It's over, it's over.

They say there's no corner too hard to dig, only a hoe that's hard to wield.

He thought the hoe was quite powerful and sharp.

"Mr. Yi, I've long admired your name."

It was Xiao Guxing who was the first to extend his hand in greeting.

Yi Xu smiled and lightly shook his hand. "Don't mention it, you are..."

The next question was posed to Ji Xian.

Ji Xuan then introduced, "My senior, Xiao Guxing, is the founder of Chengkong International Translation Company."

Xiao Guxing wasn't very famous in Beijing's social circles, but the first thing that came to mind was the Xiao family, a family of doctors. In addition, people who frequently traveled in the business world had all heard of Cheng Kong's name.

Both were seasoned businessmen, and they exchanged pleasantries.

Ji Xian didn't interrupt. A few minutes later, Xiao Guxing glanced at her and then said goodbye to Yi Xu.

Yi Xu saw that he habitually took Ji Xian's luggage and walked towards the black Lotus.

Xiao Guxing didn't rush to put down the luggage. Instead, he first opened the passenger door for Ji Xuan and put his hand over her head to prevent her from bumping into something.

After closing the car door, I put my luggage down and got back in the car.

Before long, the car merged into traffic and disappeared from his sight.

Yi Xu smacked his lips, thought for a moment, and then took out his phone and opened the chat window with Wen Qi: I saw Ji Xuan.

Although I don't know why they broke up, or what Wen Qi's state was after the breakup, I've been brothers with him for decades and I know Wen Qi's personality well.

He is a devoted and stubborn person. He and Ji Xian have been together for four years, so it's impossible that he hasn't fallen for her.

Once something has entered your heart, how can you let it go so quickly?

Wen Qi replied to the message ten minutes later. He was in his study at the time and only saw the message when he casually picked up his phone and glanced at it.

Upon seeing the name 'Ji Xian', his heart tightened, and he replied with two words: Where?

Yi Xu replied instantly: Do you know Xiao Guxing?

Wen Qi: A member of the Xiao family, a family of physicians?
Yi Xu: I don't know.

Wen Qi: What?

Yi Xu: I just ran into Ji Xuan at the airport. Xiao Guxing picked her up and said he was her senior and the founder of Chengkong Translation Company.

"..."

Wen Qi glanced at the words "senior," his eyes darkening as the image of picking her up that night and seeing her gently embracing a young man flashed through his mind.

(End of this chapter)