Chapter 378: Night Tour of the Qinhuai River
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
It’s such a coincidence. I didn’t expect to see you again after our last farewell at school!” Zhou Chao greeted with a smile.
“Zhou Chao, what are you doing here?”
“Hahaha, why can’t 1 be here? This is my studio. Why wouldn’t I be here, my dear Young Master Wang?” Indeed, the newcomer was Wang Hao, an old classmate from Modu University.
“Your studio? How is that possible? Zhou, the big boss, would never be interested in such a small studio. Don’t tell me you’re here because you find that Gu Yan is pretty and you want to go after her!”
“I’m not like you. 1 have a wife. 1 came to Jinling this time to inspect this studio. I didn’t expect to run into you. It’s really fate! After all, Jinling is so big, and meeting you is indeed a stroke of luck.”
Upon hearing this, Wang Hao looked disgusted as if he had just eaten a fly.
“I’d rather not have run into you. Meeting you is nothing but trouble!”
“Hahaha, it seems you’ve been up to no good. The heavens sent me to stop you!”
“You!” Wang Hao stared angrily at Zhou Chao.
“You’re right; 1 can’t afford to provoke you, and I can’t hide from you either. 1 don’t believe you’ll stay in Jinling forever!” With that, Wang Hao slammed the flowers he was holding onto the table and stormed off.
“Wang Hao, wait!”
“Speak up!” Wang Hao impatiently looked at Zhou Chao.
Zhou Chao smiled and walked towards Wang Hao. However, the smile slowly disappeared from his face, leaving only a cold expression.
“I don’t want my employees to be disturbed by you. If you cause trouble again, 1’11 go talk to your father at your company.”
Wang Hao looked at Zhou Chao’s deep and icy gaze, hesitated for a while, and finally said, “I understand. 1 won’t bother them again.” With that, he turned and walked away.
At this moment, Gu Yan walked over and looked at the flowers on the table. She turned to ask, “Should I use these flowers to take a bath or soak my feet?”
“Sister Yan, I want them. I’m planning to take a rose bath tonight!” Sasha quickly ran over, took the flowers from Gu Yan’s hand, and grabbed a bag from the drawer to put them in.
In Zhou Chao’s mind, two words floated by: “Simple and straightforward.”
“I’ll be staying in Jinling for a few days. If you have any questions, feel free to call me. I’ll be on my way now.”
“Boss, let me give you a ride!”
“No need. Someone is coming to pick me up!” Zhou Chao waved his hand and left without looking back.
Watching Zhou Chao leave, Gu Yan sighed with relief. However, she turned to see Sasha and the others gathered around, looking at their phones and occasionally bursting into wicked laughter.
“What are you all looking at?” Gu Yan walked over curiously.
“We’re looking at the boss’ appearance. He’s really handsome. Even Little Ling knows how to secretly take pictures of the boss!”
Gu Yan looked at the phone and indeed, Zhou Chao’s actions in the office had been captured.
“All, it’s a pity that the boss is already married. Otherwise, 1 would want to cling to his thigh!” Qusi sighed.
“Qusi, I think you don’t want to cling to the boss’s thigh; you want to cling to a different part of his thigh!” Sasha said with a mischievous grin.
Soon, everyone joined in the teasing.
Gu Yan looked at them and shook her head helplessly. Fortunately, the boss wasn’t here, or she would have to dig a hole to bury these girls.
After Zhou Chao left the studio and just exited the residential complex, he saw Lin Wu standing next to a blue Rolls Royce, smoking a cigarette.
“Too bad we don’t have the chance to experience the Qinhuai River as it was back then,” Lin Wu sighed while looking at the river.
“Oh? Do you want to find a courtesan to accompany you for a night of romance?” Zhou Chao teased Lin Wu.
“No... no, Boss, you mustn’t misunderstand. I’m a decent person. I meant the atmosphere of floating along the Qinhuai River in a boat, enjoying the music and scenery!”
“All, don’t explain. I understand!” Zhou Chao chuckled and walked ahead.
“No, Boss, you got it wrong. It’s not what you think!” Lin Wu quickly clarified.
“Hahaha!”
The two of them strolled along the Qinhuai River, savoring snacks and admiring the beautiful scenery, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Jinling’s night.
“Boss, those are sightseeing boats. Should we take a ride and experience the night view of the Qinhuai River while exploring both sides?” Lin Wu pointed to a row of tour boats docked by the river.
After some contemplation, Zhou Chao thought it was a good idea. Since they were in Jinling, it wouldn’t be right to miss the opportunity to enjoy the night view of the Qinhuai River.
“Alright, let’s go and see the night view of the Qinhuai River.” They made their way to the riverbank, and Lin Wu arranged for a tour boat. After boarding, the boat slowly departed from the dock. Zhou Chao sat at the bow of the boat, enjoying the night view of the Qinhuai River.
“Boss, you know, it’s really nice!” Lin Wu sat behind Zhou Chao and spoke in a hushed voice.
“Yes, indeed. It’s no wonder the Qinhuai River has captivated countless people throughout history.”
“Sir, nowadays, both sides of the Qinhuai River are filled with various restaurants and bars. If you have a chance, you should go for a visit. It’s as lively as it used to be!” The boatman, a middle-aged man, shared his memories with a hint of nostalgia, as if he was recalling the past along the banks of the Qinhuai River.
“If you have the chance, you should go and check it out!” Zhou Chao wasn’t particularly fond of the lively dance clubs, but a quiet bar he could tolerate.
“Boss, look, isn’t that Miss Guo?” Lin Wu suddenly pointed not far ahead to another boat.
Zhou Chao followed Lin Wu’s direction and indeed saw Guo Yan. She was on a boat with one woman and two men, all of them appearing to be in high spirits.
Zhou Chao furrowed his brow as he watched.
“Boatman, please follow the boat in front!”
The boatman had overheard their conversation earlier and had a hunch.
“Sir, would you like me to ask the boat in front to stop for you?”
“No need, just follow them.”
“Alright!”
Zhou Chao quietly watched the boat in front, even forgetting to appreciate the scenery along the banks of the Qinhuai River.
As for Lin Wu, he couldn’t help but worry for Guo Yan, hoping that she and her companions were merely here to enjoy the river and the view.
Unfortunately, things didn’t go as hoped. The boat soon stopped at a docking point, and a woman was seen holding Guo Yan’s arm. They were accompanied by two men, all of them appearing quite lively. Zhou Chao’s expression turned serious.
“Boatman, pull closer. We’re disembarking as well,” Zhou Chao said calmly, devoid of his previous smile.
Lin Wu understood that Zhou Chao was a bit agitated at the moment, so he didn’t dare to speak lightly, fearing that he might say something inappropriate.
The boat quickly pulled up to the shore, and the two of them jumped onto the embankment, following the footsteps of Guo Yan and her companions.
“Boss, are we just going to follow them like this?”
“Yeah, let’s see where they’re going.”
Soon, Guo Yan and her group arrived in front of a space-themed bar. They stood at the entrance, engaging in conversation. It seemed that Guo Yan wasn’t very eager to go inside. However, the woman by her side continued to persuade her. Finally, after some words were exchanged, Guo Yan reluctantly entered the bar.
Zhou Chao watched the woman’s back, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.
“Let’s go inside!”