638: Chapter 638 Strolling in the Garden with Qiu Hua

Andy was instantly choked up; this little rascal was making dirty jokes again.

What could he possibly mind? He was just afraid that when they were physically intimate, he might remember something.

"Alright~ then let's change everything."

"If you don't like the renovation after looking at it, we can change that too."

Andy gave an affirmative hum, then suddenly remembered something and looked at Chen Cheng with a beaming smile. "You're not going back... because you want to keep Qin Shi's best friend company, right?"

"Cough~" Chen Cheng's face turned red, and he quickly waved his hand. "That's not it at all."

"Doesn't Li Na want to do self-developed research? I have to solve the team issue for her, don't I?"

"I need to stay at Peking University for a while."

"I have to trick a few big shots into joining Boundary Exploration."

Andy had a smile playing at the corners of her mouth and didn't expose him, reaching out to grab his hand affectionately.

Company Name was undergoing a transformation, and there were many things to attend to. Now that her brief vacation was over, she had to return to Shanghai to focus on work.

On the way to the law firm just now, she had already set her itinerary to return to Shanghai in two and a half hours.

After seeing Andy off, Chen Cheng received a message from Qiu Hua on his way back to the city center.

[Mr. Chen, I get off work at 5:30. We can meet at Beihai Park. What time would be convenient for you?]

The corner of Chen Cheng's mouth curled into an arc. After thinking for a moment, he replied to the message.

[Let's say six o'clock then. I just went to the airport to drop off a friend and am still on my way back.]

[Send me a location pin for the park, and we'll meet there.]

After sending the message, Chen Cheng looked up at Zhao Yazu, who was sitting in the passenger seat.

This one had delivered herself to his door and was already in his grasp, so there was no rush.

Besides, Chen Cheng was waiting for her to take the initiative.

Jie jie jie...

"Eleven, you and Zhao go look at the house. I have some other business to attend to."

"Drop me off up ahead, and I'll get into the car behind us."

"Okay~" Eleven didn't show much emotion, simply responding plainly.

As for Zhao Yazu, she had thoughts in her mind but found it hard to speak up. She could only follow with a plain response and watch Chen Cheng get out of the car.

After Chen Cheng got into the black SUV behind them, he had Ma Yong navigate to the location Qiu Hua had sent: Beihai Park.

The traffic was a bit heavy, so it was exactly 6:10 PM when Chen Cheng arrived at the park.

Before even getting out of the car, Chen Cheng saw Qiu Hua looking around expectantly.

A smile played on Chen Cheng's lips as he pushed open the car door, stepped out, and walked over quickly.

"Lawyer Qiu~"

Chen Cheng called out, which brought Qiu Hua, who was looking around for him, back to her senses.

"Mr. Chen~"

Chen Cheng nodded and glanced at the ticket office; he hadn't known this place required tickets.

"Why did you choose to meet here?"

Qiu Hua smiled shyly. "I saw on your green bubble profile that you're from Shanghai, so I guessed you might not have visited Beihai Park yet."

"I thought we could discuss business while I showed you around."

A smile curled on Chen Cheng's lips. No wonder she could endure several years under Han Zhitong without letting him have his way; she was indeed very clever.

"Then I shall gladly accept. It just so happens I haven't been here before."

As Chen Cheng spoke, he changed the subject. "By the way, aren't you afraid of losing money?"

Qiu Hua gave a self-deprecating laugh. "Actually, I saw Lawyer Fang seeing you and your friend downstairs."

"For something you didn't even discuss with Lawyer Fang to be brought to me..."

"I don't think I'll lose out on this ten-yuan ticket, right?"

In reality, after Chen Cheng and the others left Liangcheng Law Firm, Qiu Hua had thought about it and decided to follow them downstairs.

This allowed her to observe some unusual details.

As a man, he didn't drive, nor did he sit in the passenger seat. Instead, he sat in the boss's seat alongside that capable woman whom Fang Lihong had personally received.

This was somewhat unusual; at the very least, it indicated that the status of the person she met today would not be low.

Otherwise, he would be the one driving or sitting in the passenger seat.

Hmm?

Chen Cheng was momentarily stunned and somewhat pleasantly surprised. He praised, "You are very smart."

"You flatter me," Qiu Hua smiled shyly. "Let's head inside first. I've already bought the tickets."

"Then let's go," Chen Cheng said with a wave of his hand.

The two entered Beihai Park through the North Gate.

Qiu Hua was in no hurry to ask what Chen Cheng wanted to consult about; instead, she wholeheartedly took on the role of a tour guide.

"This is Jingxin Zhai, which was Emperor Qianlong's study."

"In terms of architectural and landscape design, it can be called a model of Jiangnan gardens—pavilions, terraces, small bridges, and flowing water; every step reveals a new view."

"..."

Qiu Hua led Chen Cheng from the North Gate to the West Gate, and from the West Gate to the South Gate.

Then they re-entered Beihai Park from the South Gate.

The sun hadn't completely set yet, and the sunset glow spilled over the water, making the entire Beihai shimmer.

Coupled with the carved beams and painted rafters of the Ming and Qing ancient architecture, the scenery here was indeed very beautiful.

Chen Cheng actually quieted down to enjoy the park, not mentioning the consultation once.

Qiu Hua pointed to two tightly closed vermilion doors and introduced, "This side is the Altar of the First Silkworm, the place where the Empress would pick mulberry leaves and raise silkworms."

"Empresses of the Ming and Qing dynasties would hold the 'Pro-Silkworm Ceremony' here every year."

"Unfortunately, it's not open today."

"Further ahead, we'll almost be back at the North Gate, which is where we first entered."

Chen Cheng glanced at Qiu Hua, who was dressed in a striped shirt and cargo pants, with short hair and a capable aura.

"You are a good tour guide."

He smiled as he spoke, "But then again, how are you so familiar with this place?"

Qiu Hua smiled somewhat sheepishly. "When I was still a student, I worked as..."

As she was speaking, a 'gurgle~~~' sound suddenly came from Qiu Hua's stomach.

"...worked as a part-time tour guide."

Hearing her stomach growl, Qiu Hua was instantly embarrassed.

Chen Cheng acted as if he hadn't heard it and raised a thumb. "Very professional."

"It's been a very rewarding day."

Chen Cheng smiled and pointed towards the North Gate. "Let's go~"

"You treated me to a park tour, so I'll treat you to a meal. We can talk about business while we're at it."

Qiu Hua nodded with a slightly red face.

He had already heard her stomach growling; if she refused his kindness now, the matter of the case would probably be in jeopardy.

The two chatted casually as they walked toward the North Gate.

Qiu Hua graduated from Forestry University. A law degree from Forestry University might be considered a key university elsewhere, but in Beijing, where top-tier universities are as numerous as cow hairs, it was far from enough.

This was also one of the reasons why Qiu Hua could only hand out business cards in front of the courthouse after graduation and had still been unable to become a practicing lawyer.

Leaving the park, Qiu Hua was slightly stunned when she saw the 'B' logo on the black SUV in front of her.

She felt a quiet surge of excitement in her heart.

The chances of it being a big case had increased a bit more.

As they sat in the car, Chen Cheng asked another question, "You're a Northerner, right?"

"Ah~" Qiu Hua nodded somewhat cautiously. "I'm from Liangzhou."

"Then you should be used to Western Region cuisine?"

Qiu Hua was a bit embarrassed. "You're too kind. I eat anything."

Chen Cheng smiled. "That's good. Eating everything ensures a balanced nutrition."

After speaking, he gave an instruction to Ma Yong, who was driving. "Brother Yong, let's go to the Western Region Representative Office in Beijing."