Chapter 169: Chapter 169

"Hehe, don’t be so unhappy. Women are born to enjoy life. Some things are meant for men to do, understand?" Qi Longbing said with a smile, watching her face flush with anger and her heart pound. If he dared to speak out, he feared this little fierce lioness might really turn his luxurious office upside down. Wouldn’t that ruin the fun? No rush, play it slow...

"Alright, the CEO’s time for flirting is over. Now it’s back to work. Hua Xiaomo, I have to step out for a bit. You just wait here nicely for my return, and then I’ll take you out for a big meal! Today, this CEO will satisfy all your cravings and desires. Think carefully... think about what you want to eat!" Qi Longbing finished speaking and flashed a perfect smile before he left.

Only then did he reluctantly leave the office and directly instruct the two graceful female secretaries outside, "Take good care of Miss Hua, and don’t let her out of your sight, understood?"

"Understood, President Qi!"

Hua Xiaomo watched his retreating figure and heard his words to Ms. Lin and Ms. Zhang. Instantly, she felt a headache coming on.

This guy... is he really not going to give up? Hua Xiaomo muttered to herself angrily. No, what day is it today, October first? I can’t stay here. No matter what scheme Xia Shuangming has in mind, I’ve already taken this job from him and even received his commission of five hundred thousand. That "Blue Moon"—I have to steal it!

It was only after seeing through the window that Qi Longbing and Yu Bao had left the Qi Imperial Court Building that Hua Xiaomo felt relieved. Now that he and his lackey have gone out, the next steps will be much easier.

Hua Xiaomo paced around the office, thinking of a plan to escape. Suddenly, an idea struck her. She grabbed a document without a second thought and rushed out. "President Qi, President Qi, you haven’t taken the documents you wanted yet!"

The secretaries, Ms. Lin and Ms. Zhang, standing outside the door were startled. In the blink of an eye, Hua Xiaomo had dashed out of the office.

The two women exchanged a glance. It’s just delivering documents, no problem, they thought, relaxing.

A little later, after Hua Xiaomo had taken the elevator down and left the Qi Imperial Court Building, it dawned on the two women that she hadn’t returned. "Oh my! We’re in trouble. The President told us not to lose sight of her."

The two secretaries could only stare helplessly.

Meanwhile, as Qi Longbing got out of the car upon arriving at the Xinhui Building, the venue for Gasia’s auction, a dazzling red Bugatti Veyron was parked in a concealed spot. A gaze hidden behind sleek black sunglasses peered through its window at the two men getting out of the car ahead.

His long, smooth hair draped elegantly over his cheeks, forming the most graceful of curves.

Mo Rutian’s handsome face held a touch of cool indifference as he spoke to the other two men in the car, "That man in the stylish purple suit—take a good look."

"Him?" Brother Lan squinted, anger flaring within him. "Boss Mo, you came to the right person. I have a score to settle with this kid! Today, I’ll settle all our scores, new and old!"

"Good. Here’s your deposit. Once the job is done, I’ll give you the rest as a reward," Mo Rutian said, pulling out a check from the front and passing it to the two in the back without looking.

"Thank you, Boss Mo." Brother Lan held the check, his eyes shining brightly.

Mo Rutian suddenly said coldly, "If anyone dares to mention my name again, you won’t get a single penny!"

"Yes, yes, yes, we understand the rules of this game. Frankly, our employer is our lifeline. Rest assured, no one will ever know about this," Brother Lan said ingratiatingly.

Then Brother Lan glanced at the check and asked venomously, "So, for this five million... do you want his leg or an arm?"

"I want him to..." Mo Rutian’s handsome brown eyes shimmered with a dark allure. The thought of Qi Longbing’s arrogant face and the thuggish way he clung to Hua Xiaomo filled him with intense displeasure. Furthermore, Qi Longbing had even cursed him as a pretty boy in front of everyone! Son of a bitch! Qi Longbing, I absolutely won’t let you off! If I don’t teach him a lesson, he’ll really think he can mess with Mo Rutian?

The coldness in Mo Rutian’s eyes intensified, his voice turning frosty. "I want him... to never be able to get near a woman for the rest of his life!"

"Deprive him of his heirs, huh? HAHA... Leave it to me!" Brother Lan nodded repeatedly with a laugh, then quickly helped his limping subordinate out of the car.

Mo Rutian watched them leave, his gaze darkening. He didn’t drive off immediately. Instead, he lit a cigarette, finished it, and then prepared to leave.

But just then, a familiar silhouette appeared in his line of sight.

Xiao Mo? Why is it her? Without a second thought, Mo Rutian hurriedly got out of the car and ran towards her, calling out loudly, "Hua Xiaomo!"

Hua Xiaomo froze, then involuntarily stopped. She turned towards the source of the shout and saw a long-haired man in white quickly approaching her.

"Mo Rutian!" Hua Xiaomo’s eyes immediately hardened.

"Xiao Mo!" Mo Rutian’s eyes widened. "I didn’t expect to meet you here!" A smile spread across his surprised face.

Hua Xiaomo quickly averted her gaze, stating indifferently, "I’m sorry, I had no intention of seeing you again."

Without another word, she turned and walked toward the building’s revolving door.

"Xiao Mo!" Mo Rutian grabbed her elbow, his handsome face etched with an indescribable grievance. "Why are you so cold to me? What did I do wrong?"

Hearing this, Hua Xiaomo looked at him and scoffed, "Mo Rutian, who could ever say you’re wrong? You’re always right. From our school days until now, when have you ever made a mistake? HEHEHEHE. I, Hua Xiaomo, must be truly unlucky to know someone like you."

With that, she fiercely tried to shake off his hand, but he, in his urgency, stepped forward with a smile and cupped her face. The rıghtful source is 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹•𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖•𝗇𝗲𝘁

Hua Xiaomo was startled and about to curse him when he spoke.

"Yes, I was wrong. My mistake was falling for you, Hua Xiaomo! Why would I fall for a woman who despises me?" Mo Rutian exclaimed, his voice laced with resentment, almost hysterically venting his inner frustration.

Hearing this, Hua Xiaomo’s expression turned even icier. "Mo Rutian, I hate you! Let go!"

"Why? Xiao Mo... Compared to Qi Longbing, am I truly that inferior?" Mo Rutian looked at her, his eyes filled with anguish.

"Yes! You can’t even begin to compare to him!" Hua Xiaomo stated bluntly, then sharply lifted her foot and stomped on Mo Rutian’s instep.