It was already six o’clock by the time she got back home. Cheng Liu opened the front door and saw He Bai sitting in the living room.

“Senior sister, were you not at home today?” He Bai stood up and said naturally, “I’m here to drive for you tonight. “

When she went out to meet business partners, she would inevitably have some drinks. He Bai was responsible for picking her up and dropping off, which was normal.

“I went out and did some errands.” Cheng Liu didn’t react to the way He Bai addressed her at all. She immediately recovered her emotions and said, “Let’s go.”

He Bai’s eyes fell on Cheng Liu’s bag on the entryway table. She said she went to do errands, so she was not out on a date.

He couldn’t help but think of the jade diorama on the coffee table. Cheng Liu won it at the auction with great fanfare that day, but she didn’t immediately give it to Wang Hongyang.

As expected, her so-called boyfriend was just a whim—she simply didn’t realize it yet.

However… He Bai still couldn’t understand Cheng Liu’s recent behavior, which made him feel a sense of crisis.

Fortunately, Cheng Liu would see Wang Hongyang’s true face tonight. 

… …

The Night Scene Restaurant was on the second top-most floor of a very tall building, surrounded entirely by glass walls. Looking down, you can clearly see the entire night view of City S.

After Cheng Liu walked in, she instinctively wondered if Ji Chaozhou had ever seen such a night view. He seemed to be seriously afraid of heights, so he likely wouldn’t come to a place like this.

He Bai pulled out the chair for her and whispered, “President Cheng, I’ll wait for you at the next table.” 

“Yeah,” Cheng Liu regained her composure and waited for the potential business partner to show up.

He Bai sat at the next table and glanced at his watch. He knew that Wang Hongyang would go on a date with a female film director tonight.

It so happened that this female director was his high school classmate and could help He Bai with this matter.

Wang Hongyang origins were not high but he has gradually gained acclaim in the modeling circle with his pretty face and figure.

Whenever he met a rich and good-looking woman, he would be ambiguous about it. It could be said that Cheng Liu was the most promising person that Wang Hongyang has ever encountered, not to mention that it was Cheng Liu herself who initiated the relationship at that time, and the two immediately confirmed their relationship on the second meeting. 

When He Bai found out about it, he thought at first that it was a joke. He didn’t understand what Cheng Liu even liked about Wang Hongyang.

Fortunately, compared with her work, Wang Hongyang’s position in Cheng Liu’s heart was not worth mentioning at all.

In any case, tonight it would all come to an end.  

… … translated by Maela @ whitemoonlighttranslations.com

“President Cheng.” A woman wearing a black dress and looking very resolute came to sit opposite Cheng Liu and introduced herself, “I am the CEO of Yayue Home Furnishings, Zhou Shengyan.” 

Thirty-six years old, had studied overseas, a master of freehand rock climbing, unmarried and without children, loves innovation and adventure.

Cheng Liu calmly recalled the information she read and held out her hand, “CEO Zhou.”

Zhou Shengyan looked at Cheng Liu’s calm gaze and couldn’t help but be surprised. The news of Yayue’s change in top management was still being suppressed, and when she had a conversation with Assistant He that day, she had deliberately misled him. How could it be that President Cheng wasn’t the least bit surprised to see her?

“The previous call was short and I didn’t have time to introduce myself properly to your assistant,” Zhou Shengyan said with a smile.

“It’s okay, Assistant He has already told me about this.” Cheng Liu pushed the menu over, “What will CEO Zhou have?”

Zhou Shengyan casually ordered a few dishes. She has gained a new understanding of Shenyin Technology—unexpectedly, Chief Assistant He has quietly discovered her identity.

The rumors were indeed true: Chief Assistant He Bai was indeed capable of communicating with the outside world on behalf of the founder of Shenyin Technology.

But Zhou Shengyan soon discovered that the Young President Cheng sitting across the table from her was not as easy to deal with as rumored.

She didn’t walk into any of the verbal traps Zhou Shengyan set but found out a lot of information about her instead.

As a result, Zhou Shengyan found herself breaking out in a cold sweat throughout the meal. She had not been this nervous the day she seized power in the company.

“CEO Zhou, why don’t you eat more?” Cheng Liu smiled politely at her.

Zhou Shengyan looked at Young President Cheng: she was dressed simply and had a low ponytail, like a college student who had just stepped out in society. Who would have thought that she was as sophisticated as if she had been immersed in the business world for decades.

As expected, people could not be judged by their appearance, and one could not put their faith in rumors.

“I’m just too excited to cooperate with Shenyin Technology in the future,” Zhou Shengyan replied.

The two of them were almost done talking.

Cheng Liu nodded, “I’ll have my people draw up the contract. Tomorrow I will wait for CEO Zhou to come and sign it.” 

“Okay,” Zhou Shengyan agreed, putting down her knife. “I’ve heard that the headquarters of Shenyin Technology will shock and amaze you. I’ve been yearning to see it myself for a long time.” 

“Thank you for the compliment. I only hope you won’t be disappointed tomorrow, CEO Zhou,” Cheng Liu returned politely.

“Not likely. We at Yayue have always focused on quality products over the years. Although we are currently one step behind, our future cooperation with Shenyin Technology will definitely bring new vitality to our company.” 

At the end of the meal, Zhou Shengyan relaxed a little and started promoting their products by force of habit, “If President Cheng needs furniture in the future, you might consider choosing Yayue.”

“Of course.” Now that they have finished talking about business, Cheng Liu was not interested in these trivial topics.

Zhou Shengyan was still promoting, “There is a brand under Yayue, which I manage. It is specifically designed for young people and specializes in couples furniture.” 

Who knew what thought struck Young President Cheng but Zhou Shengyan clearly saw her eyes light up.

Couples! Furniture!

There were only these two words left in Young President Cheng’s mind, and the smile on her face became a little more sincere, “I do want to buy some furniture these days.” 

“President Cheng, do you really want to buy furniture?” Zhou Shengyan did not really expect that the sale would be successful, but she nevertheless took the initiative to say, “After the contract is signed tomorrow, I can take President Cheng to have a look.”

The table that had been cold suddenly became a lot more lively.

… …

“President Cheng, see you tomorrow.” Zhou Shengyan stood up to leave. She had to admit that this Young President Cheng could really make people feel like a spring breeze.

That was, of course, if she was willing.

“See you tomorrow,” Cheng Liu nodded to Zhou Shengyan.

At this time, He Bai at the next table also stood up and walked towards Cheng Liu. After Zhou Shengyan left, he asked, “Why do you want to buy furniture all of a sudden?” 

“I’m going to change the place where I live,” Cheng Liu said casually.

He Bai saw the two people appearing at the door of the restaurant from the corner of his eye. He didn’t ask any more questions and led Cheng Liu towards the same door.

As the four people approached each other, he nodded slightly to his high school classmate.

The female director then leaned on Wang Hongyang while walking unsteadily.

“President Cheng?” He Bai slowed down and walked side by side with Cheng Liu, deliberately calling Cheng Liu in surprise.

Cheng Liu, who was looking down at her cell phone, looked up and saw Wang Hongyang supporting the female director.

He Bai stood nearby, feeling a little uncomfortable. This was the first time he had ever plotted against Cheng Liu, but he soon felt relieved—it was just exposing Wang Hongyang’s true face. 

However, he did not expect that after Wang Hongyang was exposed, he not only did not act guilty, but even hugged the female director tightly.

He Bai even noticed that Wang Hongyang glared at Cheng Liu.

Looking at Cheng Liu again, there was no sign of anger, and there actually seemed to be a hint of envy.

Cheng Liu was envious?

He Bai: “…” Things were not going right.

While he and the female director were confused, Wang Hongyang had already led the female director into the restaurant arrogantly.

“He and another woman…” He Bo tried to bring up the fact that Wang Hongyang was in several different relationships at the same time.

“We have broken up,” Cheng Liu said nonchalantly.

Cheng Liu couldn’t be bothered to explain. She was busy thinking, how did Wang Hongyang find his next girlfriend so fast after only breaking up that morning?

He seemed to have real abilities in this area!

Young President Cheng was truly envious of his abilities and began to seriously contemplate whether she could ask Wang Hongyang for some tips.

If It’s Wrong, Then It’s Wrong translated by Maela @ whitemoonlighttranslations.com

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T/N: Both ladies refer to each other as ‘Surname + 总’ (zong). Zong means ‘head’ or ‘chief’’ or ‘general’. Depending on what other words follow it, ‘zong’ becomes General Manager (or CEO), President, even Prime Minister. As a stand alone, it’s a title of respect for someone who is of high enough rank in the industry. It’s the same title used for Ji Mushan.

I’ve always translated ‘Xiao Cheng Zong’ as ‘Young President Cheng’ because while ‘Mister Ji’ could work for Ji Mushan, ‘Young Miss Cheng’ doesn’t have the oomph that Liu Cheng’s position deserves. And just to contrast their titles for ease of reading, I translated ‘Zhou Zong’ to ‘CEO Zhou’.   

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