Chapter 11: Dinner

Lin Ran walked to her seat but noticed that her things had been moved.

A message on WeChat followed: “Sister Lin Ran, sorry, I moved your things to my seat. Your spot is closer to Mr. Fu, hehe!”

Lin Ran felt helpless and sent a meme of a knife to a puppy’s neck.

Actually, it was fine. Staying further away from him made the atmosphere lighter, and she could breathe a bit easier.

The second half of the meeting mainly discussed project acceptance criteria, subsequent operations and maintenance, and staffing support.

Finally, there was a Q&A session.

From the other side, Lin Ran repeatedly asked about the delivery standards, making sure all the details were noted and finalized.

When it came to product requirements, Liang Meiqi adjusted the big waves she had styled the night before and smiled, saying, “I don’t have any issues. The requirements can be done.”

She then cast a subtle glance at Fu Xingjian.

Her hairstyle was carefully chosen after a lot of research into Fu Xingjian’s various personal gossip, and she had even hired a private designer to tailor it, hoping to please him.

Lin Ran frowned and pointed out without hesitation, “It’s better to refine the scope of the requirements. Adding new demands during development will delay the project progress.”

Fu Xingjian also nodded in agreement, “Lin Ran is right. It’s always better to discuss things in advance than make major changes halfway through.”

Several pairs of eyes turned to Liang Meiqi. Her face turned red as she lowered her head and said, “Okay, I will sort it out and send it to everyone later.”

The Q&A session was supposed to end, and everyone was about to leave, but suddenly, Mao Quanan, the project manager from Yutou Fund, suggested going to a nearby restaurant for a meal to get to know each other better since both parties would be working together for at least the next six months.

Zhou Xu thought it was a good idea and agreed, smiling as he said he would pay for the meal.

He looked at Fu Xingjian, “Are you coming?”

Mao Quanan waved his hand, “Mr. Fu is very busy, he can’t…”

“You go ahead, I’ll join you shortly.”

Mao Quanan was stunned. Mr. Fu actually had time to dine with them? This was like the sun rising from the west!

The restaurant was next door to the Yutou Building, and the group walked over.

On the way, Liang Meiqi looked dejected.

Lin Ran, walking beside her, poked her arm, “Are you mad?”

Liang Meiqi’s small face drooped as she responded sulkily, “No!”

But she clearly was upset!

Lin Ran whispered, “I didn’t mean it, it’s all for work.”

Liang Meiqi turned her head and ignored her.

Lin Ran moved to her left side, “I really didn’t think much of it. How about this—during the meal, you sit next to Fu Xingjian, and I won’t say a word the whole time.”

Liang Meiqi’s expression finally improved.

In just a few seconds, she returned to her chatty self, “Mr. Fu is so handsome, his face is good, his body is perfect, and most importantly, his temperament is calm. Being around him gives me the ultimate sense of security! He’s everything I imagined a CEO to be!”

“I don’t care, I’m definitely going to date a man like that!”

The group quickly arrived at the next-door restaurant’s private room. Mao Quanan greeted the waiter and began ordering dishes. After picking a few, he handed the menu to Zhou Xu, who made a symbolic selection, then handed the menu to the two women nearby. Mao Quanan eagerly leaned in, “Miss Liang, what dishes do you like?” He squeezed in beside her.

Lin Ran had no choice but to move to another seat.

Mao Quanan’s flattery and Lin Ran’s helplessness were all visible to Liang Meiqi. She smiled slightly, almost in a coquettish manner, “Sweet and sour pork ribs, I like sweet and sour flavors.”

“Sweet and sour is great, just like you, delicate and tender.”

Lin Ran frowned as she overheard.