189: Chapter 190 I am a gentleman

Meanwhile, the men's pool area presented a completely different scene.

Wang Congcong, Lin Gengxin, and Chen He were soaking in the water, but their gazes kept drifting involuntarily toward Jiang Jing, who was stretching his body in the adjacent pool.

Jiang Jing maintained his physique exceptionally well; with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, his muscle definition was smooth and distinct without being exaggerated. His abs were clearly defined, as was his Adonis belt. Coupled with that impeccable handsome face, he was simply walking hormones.

Then look at themselves—Wang Congcong had a bit of a potbelly, Lin Gengxin was on the thin side and lacked any signs of exercise, and Chen He was a standard "middle-aged spread" candidate-in-waiting...

District Mayor Zhao Wenhao... just had a very average physique.

By comparison, the damage was immense.

"Sigh, Brother Jing's physique... it's truly incredible! If I were a woman, I'd pounce on him too!" Chen He rubbed his own stomach, his tone sour yet filled with genuine envy.

"Who's to say otherwise!" Lin Gengxin also sighed, "With these looks, this body, and on top of that, this wealth... Heaven is just too biased!"

Wang Congcong nodded in deep agreement: "Damn it, I used to think I was someone, but now, standing next to Brother Jing, I'm basically reduced to nothing. I'm so envious I could cry!"

Listening to their complaints, Jiang Jing just smiled, leaned against the side of the pool, and enjoyed the hydro-massage, too lazy to flex or provoke their jealousy.

Wang Congcong looked at the azure, clear seawater, feeling an itch, and suggested: "Brother Jing, the water is so clear, why don't we go for a swim in the sea? Or maybe try some snorkeling?"

This suggestion was immediately echoed by Chen He and Lin Gengxin, who both thought it sounded fun.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Jing was somewhat tempted, but after careful thought, he shook his head: "Forget it, let's just play on the boat. There are risks to going into the sea after all."

"Everyone on this boat is either wealthy or noble. If any accident happens, like a bump or scrape or something even more serious, it really wouldn't be worth it. Safety first."

He considered things more thoroughly; the open sea conditions were complex, and undercurrents, jellyfish, or even the boat itself could pose uncertain risks.

Happiness is important, but there is no need to take unnecessary risks for the sake of excitement.

It wouldn't matter for him alone, but he was the organizer of this sea trip and had to be responsible for their safety.

Wang Congcong heard this and also felt it made sense, immediately abandoning the idea: "That's true, Brother Jing is thoughtful. Let's just play on the boat then, that's also quite good."

Thus, the men continued to soak in the pool or lie on the nearby lounge chairs, drinking iced beverages, and began the eternal topic among men—chatting about women.

After all, eating and sex are human nature; when several grown men get together, it's hard for the topic not to drift in that direction.

Soon, various risqué jokes, gossip, and their respective "romantic affairs" began to circulate among them. Everyone wore a tacit, slightly "lecherous" smile, chuckling and boasting to each other.

District Mayor Zhao Wenhao listened from the side, shaking his head, somewhat speechless.

His status and the environment he was in meant he couldn't be as carefree as Wang Congcong and the others; even participating in the discussion required extra attention to propriety.

But everyone has a heart for gossip, and he couldn't just walk away, so he could only hold his wine glass, pretending to look at the scenery, while actually perking his ears up to silently listen to these guys' "glorious deeds."

Occasionally, when he heard something particularly outrageous, he couldn't help but interject with a deadpan remark, choking the other person into silence and drawing a burst of laughter.

Hearing them chat more and more wildly, Jiang Jing deliberately struck a pose of "everyone is drunk while I am sober," shaking his head and sighing: "Sigh, I am ashamed to be associated with you all! I am a gentleman, after all. Just listen to the lewd remarks you are all making!"

"Pfft—"

Wang Congcong nearly spat out the drink he had just taken. He pointed at Jiang Jing, mercilessly exposing him: "Brother Jing, give it a rest! You, a gentleman?"

"Forget the entertainment industry; I bet half the business world knows that you, President Jiang, love talent (and beauty) as much as life itself! Look at the brand ambassadors you choose; they're either pure campus beauties or popular actresses, every single one of them gorgeous. You dare say you don't have other thoughts? Who are you trying to fool!"

Lin Gengxin and Chen He were also nodding frantically on the side: "Exactly, exactly! Act! Keep acting!"

Jiang Jing remained unflustered, speaking with righteous indignation: "Slander! Pure slander! I value how their image and temperament align highly with the brand. Am I the kind of person to abuse power for personal gain?"

Watching his shameless display, even the usually composed District Mayor Zhao Wenhao couldn't help but laugh, adding a slow, sharp remark:

"Hmm, it is indeed aligned. What kind of gentleman goes on a sea trip and brings not business partners, but a flock of delicate, competing starlets?"

"And I noticed they are all dressed quite conservatively today; it seems they all care very much about the opinion of a certain gentleman."

Once these words were out, it was an absolute kill shot!

It directly pierced through the source of the subtle and harmonious atmosphere on the boat.

Jiang Jing was rendered speechless by the retort, rubbed his nose, and laughed a bit awkwardly: "Uh... is it that obvious?"

"Hahahaha!" Seeing his reaction, the group burst into earth-shattering laughter, the atmosphere reaching a peak of liveliness.

Happy times always pass by in a flash.

By evening, the chef served the carefully prepared catch from everyone's afternoon sea fishing.

Perhaps it was psychological, or perhaps the fruits of one's own labor are especially sweet, but everyone felt that this seafood feast, which they had caught themselves, was even more delicious than the ready-made banquet at noon, and they ate with immense satisfaction.

Amidst laughter and joy, the lively day gradually drew to a close.

In the evening, because District Mayor Zhao Wenhao had important official business to handle early the next morning, he had to return early.

Jiang Jing directly had the professional pilot on the yacht start up the small helicopter, preparing to send District Mayor Zhao Wenhao back to the nearest port anchorage, as someone had already been arranged to meet him there.

Before parting, District Mayor Zhao Wenhao shook hands with Jiang Jing firmly once more; everything was understood without words.

"Jiang Jing, thank you very much for today, I had a great time. Let's meet again when there's a chance."

"Brother Zhao, you're too polite. Safe travels."

The two had long since exchanged contact information; District Mayor Zhao Wenhao was eagerly awaiting good news from Jiang Jing.

After seeing District Mayor Zhao Wenhao off, the rest of them chose to stay on the yacht overnight to experience the evening charm of this palace on the sea.