Chapter 199 - 199 The Taste of Coffee and Isatis Root (2nd Update)
Chen Rushi gazed adoringly at the man who exuded a powerful aura from head to toe, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
But before she could dwell on it,
Xue Nian, drooling, pointed at the small bottles on the assembly line and asked, “Daddy, do these taste good?”
Upon hearing this, Xue Xiang sighed like a little adult, hands on hips, “Xue Nian, you’re such a glutton, but Daddy, they do look quite delicious!” Xue Xiang said, also drooling a little.
Xue An laughed heartily and casually picked up two bottles, “Try them!”
The two little girls took them and gulped down two bottles of Tian Yuan like they were drinking soft drinks.
This scene left many people completely dumbfounded.
Nowadays, the cost to produce a single bottle of Tian Yuan was around a million, yet Xue An carelessly used them as a drink for his daughters.
After finishing, both little girls squinted their eyes.
“Does it taste good?” An Yan asked at that moment.
“Mm-hmm! Sweet and sour, it’s like fruit juice!” Xue Nian said.
“No, it tastes like coffee to me!” Xue Xiang claimed.
“Have you ever tasted coffee?” Xue Nian looked dubious.
“Of course, I have! Remember when Aunt Xuan’Er made us drink Banlangen? She said it tastes just like coffee!” Xue Xiang argued with conviction.
The two little girls began to argue about the actual taste of Banlangen and coffee.
Xue An then took another bottle and handed it to An Yan, “You try it too!”
An Yan shook her head, “Haven’t you said that my body is such that no kind of Spirit Pill would be of use to me right now? Let’s not waste it.”
Xue An smiled, “Your husband can afford to waste it!”
Flushing, An Yan took a bottle of Tian Yuan, sipped a little, then handed it back to Xue An.
“You drink too!”
Witnessing this scene, all those around were filled with envy.
Chen Rushi lowered her head and fell silent.
All she could feel now was envy and happiness!
Because in the way Xue An looked at An Yan, she read a tenderness deep enough to drown in.
For a woman to find a man who dotes on her like a daughter, how fortunate that would be!
Chen Xiuhe moved quickly.
The next day, news of the upcoming press conference hosted by the Chen Family spread throughout the entire Zhongdu.
Zhongdu, already on edge with the anticipation of the looming battle, was once again stirred up.
A press conference hosted by the Chen Family?
And at such a critical moment, what was Chen Xiuhe planning?
Many people were full of doubts.
When the day of the press conference arrived,
Luxury cars had filled the hotel owned by the Chen Family from early on.
Many gathered in small groups, whispering about the upcoming press conference.
Just then, Jin Xiurong, dressed in a cheongsam exuding grace and splendor, walked in flanked by her two sons.
The crowd parted ways for her, with some people respectfully exclaiming, “Madam An wishes you well!”
With an air of arrogance, Jin Xiurong nodded slightly and then proceeded into the venue.
After she had passed, the murmuring resumed.
“This Madam An sure has an imposing presence!”
“Tsk tsk, you should have seen the An Family at the height of their power a few years ago; their outings were like the emperor leaving the palace in ancient times!”
“So mighty, yet weren’t they embarrassed at the birthday banquet a few days ago?” someone sneered.
“Heh, the An Family may be much weaker now, but even a starving camel is still bigger than a horse. Let’s just enjoy the spectacle!”
By the time Xue An arrived, the hotel lobby was already bustling with a cacophony of voices and extraordinary excitement.
Xue An didn’t make a fuss and was about to enter when a surprised voice came through.
“Is it Mr. Xue?”
Xue An turned his head and saw a somewhat familiar face.
“You’re … Chen Xiaoyi?”
Chen Xiaoyi was the female journalist who had interviewed Xue An back in the provincial city.
Unexpectedly, she had come to Zhongdu today and even attended this press conference!
Chen Xiaoyi was very happy to see Xue An, “Mr. Xue, I never expected to see you here!”
Xue An smiled, his impression of Chen Xiaoyi was quite positive.
“Journalist Chen isn’t in the provincial city anymore?”
“No, this time I’m accompanying a friend to handle some matters in Zhongdu. We happened to come across this conference, so we decided to join in on the fun!” said Chen Xiaoyi, pointing to the girl beside her.
“This is my friend Huang Xiangyan!”
Xue An glanced at Huang Xiangyan, who was average looking, but dressed fashionably, giving her some attractiveness, though her expression was exceedingly arrogant.
After Chen Xiaoyi’s introduction, she sized up Xue An for a few moments, then with a hint of disdain in her eyes, she turned her head and said coldly, “Xiaoyi, you chat first, I will wait over there for you!”
Upon saying that, she turned and left.
Chen Xiaoyi said with some embarrassment, “Sorry about that, my friend is like this with everyone!”
Xue An held back a smile and gestured behind him.
When Chen Xiaoyi turned back to look, she realized Huang Xiangyan, after sitting down, was now full of smiles engaging in conversation with a wealthy young man beside her; her fawning demeanor was in stark contrast to her previous cold aloofness!
Chen Xiaoyi’s face became quite embarrassed.
“Mr. Xue, did you know that Miss Fan went to Hollywood in M Country?” Chen Xiaoyi suddenly said.
Xue An was taken aback, “I didn’t know that. When did this happen?”
“I just heard about it too. They say she broke her contract with her original company, then turned down many major film offers, and went to Hollywood alone. Many are saying she’s gone mad!” Chen Xiaoyi sighed.
Upon hearing this, Xue An felt a soft spot in the depths of his heart touched, and he let out a slight sigh.
“I really didn’t know about this!”
Chen Xiaoyi nodded, “It seems Miss Fan must have her own plans.”
As everyone took their seats, Chen Xiaoyi, thinking Xue An did not have a seat, cordially invited, “Mr. Xue, why don’t you sit next to me? The view is good here, and you can see more clearly!”
Xue An pondered for a moment, then nodded.
He planned to inquire in detail about Fan Mengxue’s situation.
Chen Xiaoyi was clearly delighted, but as the two sat down, Huang Xiangyan, who had been chatting eagerly with the young man of wealth beside her, frowned.
Then, deliberately, she said, “Mr. Xue, were you invited to come this time?”
Xue An shook his head, “No invitation!”
The sneer on Huang Xiangyan’s face deepened, “If you don’t even have an invitation, why sit here?”
Chen Xiaoyi’s expression darkened, “Xiangyan!”
Huang Xiangyan let out a scornful laugh, “Xiaoyi, you’d better be careful. Some people, they rely on their good looks to swindle around all day, deceiving women of their money. You should really watch out!”
At this, Xue An laughed.
When Huang Xiangyan spoke, didn’t she think about herself first?
However, Chen Xiaoyi’s face turned ashen; she was clearly angered.
Seeing this, Huang Xiangyan sneered inwardly.
Back at the office, Chen Xiaoyi always acted so high and mighty. It appears she’s just a foolish woman.
She wouldn’t make such a mistake. She had gone to great lengths to secure an invitation to the press conference, her aim was to land a wealthy catch.
To her, money was most important!