The Cinnabar Mole of a Beijing Circle Tycoon

The December wind, carrying shards of snow, swept across the eaves of the hot spring resort, while the Qiu Nuan Pavilion was warm and cozy.

A thin layer of snow covered the outside of the carved window, while inside, the charcoal fire burned brightly, and the tea simmering on the copper stove bubbled and simmered, filling the air with the scent of pine.

Meng Jiangyu leaned back in the cushioned armchair, twirling a white jade chess piece between his fingers, his gaze fixed on the chessboard in front of him.

Zhou Yanqiu, who was opposite him, was pondering his move when he suddenly laughed and said, "Cousin, this move is well hidden; I almost didn't see it coming."

"The loser has to drink a penalty shot." Xu Mingxuan had just returned from outside, took off his snow-covered mink gloves, and threw them onto the sofa.

Lu Linchuan, sitting in the armchair next to him, looked up upon hearing this: "I just heard from the waiter that the plum blossoms on the back mountain have bloomed, and the snow-laden branches are quite a sight."

Meng Jiangyu placed his piece, and a crisp "tap" sound rang out on the chessboard: "Let's go take a look after the snow stops."

He looked up at Xu Mingxuan, "Have the invitations for the old man's birthday banquet been sent out?"

"It's all arranged." Xu Mingxuan poured himself a cup of hot tea. "My husband called specifically to say that he will definitely come this year, and asked when you are free, as he wants to talk to you about the port project in the south."

"After the New Year," Meng Jiangyu tapped the armrest with his fingertips. "I won't have time for social engagements these days."

Zhou Yanqiu placed his last piece and pushed the chessboard: "I've lost."

The fire crackled in the charcoal stove, casting a warm glow on everyone's faces.

Xu Mingxuan suddenly remembered something and laughed out loud: "I met Boss Li's son a few days ago. He asked me about Fifth Brother's recent situation and said he wanted to ask me to introduce his sister to you."

Meng Jiangyu didn't reply; in the misty air, his profile appeared exceptionally serene.

Zhou Yanqiu scoffed: "Who doesn't know that Fifth Brother has someone he loves?"

Lu Linchuan glanced at the snow outside the window: "Fate can't be rushed."

As we were talking, the waiter brought over several plates of exquisite pastries. The flaky pastries were steaming hot and infused with the aroma of osmanthus sugar.

The casual conversations in the warm room at the end of this year had a more grounded feel than in previous years.

When Shen Qingyao woke up, she found herself in an unfamiliar room.

The interior furnishings are somewhat similar to those in the bedroom in Yu Garden, clearly arranged according to Meng Jiangyu's preferences, and a faint fragrance wafts in the air.

It was already dark outside the window. When people sleep for a long time, their brains tend to work slower.

She sat on the bed and looked around, but did not see Meng Jiangyu.

Just then, the waiter knocked and came in with hot water. Seeing her sitting on the bed in a daze, he asked, "Ms. Shen, are you awake? Are you hungry? Would you like something to eat?"

Hearing the sound, Shen Qingyao came to her senses: "How long have I been asleep? Where is Meng Jiangyu?"

The waiter checked his watch: "It's been over two hours since Mr. Meng carried you out of the car."

She didn't know how long she slept in the car, "It seems Mr. Meng went to Nuanyu Pavilion in the west."

"He carried me out of the car?" Shen Qingyao suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

They were guests at Lu Linchuan's villa, and I was being extremely impolite.

She lay on her pillow, feeling extremely annoyed, but also thinking that it wouldn't be wise to go to Nuanyu Pavilion so rashly.

Meng Jiangyu's friends are all important figures; it would be even more impolite for me to go there like this.

After hesitating for a moment, Shen Qingyao dialed Meng Jiangyu's private number.

This hot spring resort is very large. Antique-style palace lanterns hang on both sides of the bluestone path. Occasionally, you can see a few servants coming from the west, walking hurriedly, obviously entertaining distinguished guests.

Nuanyu Pavilion has an open layout, with a huge glazed window on one side of the main hall, offering a dynamic view of the night scene outside.

If it is a moonlit night, the moonlight will shine in and reflect a bright, clear light on the warm jade ground.

When Meng Jiangyu returned to the room, Shen Qingyao was still lying on the bed. When she saw him come in, she turned her head away and ignored him.

"My little Yao Yao, what's wrong?" Meng Jiangyu sat down on the edge of the bed.

Shen Qingyao sat up, puffing out her cheeks, and said angrily, "Meng Jiangyu, why didn't you wake me up back then? How embarrassing!"

"It's not shameful." In his opinion, it's not worth mentioning at all.

"But others might think I've been impolite."

"No one dares to think that way." Meng Jiangyu's tone left no room for argument.

Shen Qingyao was speechless for a moment and had no choice but to give up.

"Shall I take you to meet my friends?"

"good!"

Meng Jiangyu noticed the little girl in his arms was unhappy. "Don't worry, no one can see, I'm blocking them!"

"real?"

"Really, get up!"

"Okay, go wait for me outside!"

"There's no need for that, isn't there? What haven't we seen together?"

"When did you see him?" Shen Qingyao asked incredulously.

"While you were in a coma, I personally took care of all your personal care!"

"Aaaaaah, Meng Jiangyu, you pervert!"

Shen Qingyao buried her head under the covers.

Meng Jiangyu was worried she might suffocate, "It's a situation you can understand, right?"

"I can't! Why didn't you let Aunt Zhang help me wash up!"

"Aunt Zhang took leave at that time!"

"Really?"

"Really! Why would I lie to you!"

Shen Qingyao was skeptical, but said, "Alright!"

Meng Jiangyu looked distressed. "I've taken such good care of you, and you're still so unwilling!"

Shen Qingyao also realized that she had gone too far, so she knelt down in front of Meng Jiangyu and said, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry! I judged you by my own petty standards."

"Okay, I forgive you!" Meng Jiangyu went along with it. "I even changed your pajamas!"

Shen Qingyao looked helpless and said, "Okay!"

Shen Qingyao thought this kind of thing was normal between couples.

I'm just not used to it yet.

Half an hour later, Meng Jiangyu led Shen Qingyao toward Nuanyu Pavilion.

"They're all inside, they're all acquaintances. Let me take you to say hello."

He naturally took the shawl from her hand and draped it over her shoulders.