Rebirth: CEO's Sweetheart Reaches the Life Pinnacle!-Chapter 708 - 625: The Flower Has Feelings, the Flowing Water Does Not

Chapter 708: Chapter 625: The Flower Has Feelings, the Flowing Water Does Not

Qingchi immediately became much more enthusiastic, sweeping away her earlier hostility: "Oh, so we’re relatives! I knew it—when I saw you earlier, you looked so familiar! I must’ve seen you somewhere before!"

Li Si curled her lips. Who’s her relative? What a thick-skinned remark!

"I’m the owner of Simeng. We’ve indeed met before!"

When Qingchi heard the word "Simeng," her expression froze. Her eyes darted around as if she suddenly remembered something. She gave a sheepish laugh and said, "No wonder you look familiar! Young lady, don’t hold onto past grudges. I honestly didn’t know what kind of relationship you had with Brother Jin back then! Otherwise, I wouldn’t have..."

As she spoke, she sneaked glances at Jin Jiachao’s face, afraid the young lady might exaggerate stories about her later.

"And, well, your place is really quite impressive. Back then, it was all just a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding! My friend is recovering well now. I’ll definitely introduce others to your place in the future!"

Li Si was entirely indifferent to her sudden attempt at friendliness. Someone like Qingchi—what sort of decent friends could she possibly have?

Qi Yayun noticed how awkward things had gotten and quickly changed the subject, asking Li Si, "Young lady, do you still remember me?"

Li Si looked at her plainly, "I do."

But so what if she remembered? She didn’t have a good impression of Qi Yayun, not one bit!

To be honest, lately Qi Yayun had been repeatedly showing up in her life, forcing her presence. It was hard not to remember her.

First, she had seen her and Liu Jiaqi standing beside Yin Xian and his mother at a private dining place. Then, Qi Yayun joined Wang Ruotong’s aunt to cause trouble at Simeng. Later, at Leng Ning’s engagement banquet, when Tian Yaruo had dragged Yan Xuefeng out in embarrassment, the fierce glare Tian Yaruo gave Qi Yayun had been unforgettable.

Maybe there was some history between them!

Qi Yayun gazed deeply at Li Si, as though trying to decipher something from her face.

Seeing Li Si’s cold indifference, she wasn’t offended; she simply kept smiling, saying, "It really feels like fate keeps bringing us together!"

Jin Jiachao picked up on some undertones in their exchanges. His continued presence here seemed to have given certain people the wrong impression.

With a glint in her eyes, Qingchi said, "Brother Jin, why haven’t you been back to that clubhouse recently to play cards? I’ve been there so many times, but I never ran into you!" Her voice grew slightly agitated, her volume rising. Her naturally shrill tone became even more grating to the ear.

Li Si suppressed a large grin, her sharp gaze bouncing among the three.

She had pieced together what this was about.

So, Qingchi has feelings for Jin Jiachao!

But alas, the willow longs for the wind, yet the wind does not respond!

Thank goodness, thank goodness! Li Si scoffed inwardly. If Mr. Jin ever got involved with someone like Qingchi, she’d be thoroughly disgusted.

How would she describe it? Like a beautiful flower stuck in a pile of manure—and of course, the elegant and rugged Jin Jiachao was the flower in this scenario.

No doubt Leng Ning would also be utterly repulsed. Imagine having a stepmother like that—it would surely spell chaos for future married life.

Jin Jiachao cast an irritated side glance at Qingchi and frowned, "I’ve told you before—we’re not close. Stop addressing me so affectionately!"

Qingchi looked at him, full of grievances. "I—I just..."

Seeing her act like this made Li Si marvel at the shift in behavior. Back at Simeng, Qingchi had been sharp-tongued and vicious. Now, she seemed like a completely different person.

Qi Yayun quickly tugged at Qingchi discreetly, reminding her of the occasion.

She then stepped in to smooth things over. "Brother-in-law! Qingchi is actually a really good person. You must’ve misunderstood her!!"

Today, having bumped into Jin Jiachao by chance, Qi Yayun didn’t want to miss the opportunity, even with Li Si watching.

"Brother-in-law! Qingchi is just a bit straightforward, but she has a really kind heart!"

Qingchi immediately widened her eyes and nodded repeatedly. "Yes, yes!"

As if doing so could make those words sound more credible.

Li Si nearly couldn’t hold back her laughter. Truly, there’s always someone to keep the other in check.

Even with her boundless imagination, she wouldn’t have expected this woman to fall for Jin Jiachao.

There had to be at least a ten-year age gap between them, right? Truly, anything was possible!

Jin Jiachao’s frown deepened, the wrinkles between his brows sharp enough to crush a fly. He said coldly, "Whether she’s a good person or not has nothing to do with me! Qi Yayun, knowing one’s limits is essential!

If not for Su Ye, I wouldn’t even bother with any of you. As for what kind of person your friend is, do you really think I don’t know?"

Qi Yayun was a distant relative of Su Ye’s, and they hadn’t been in contact for years.

He and his son only encountered her a few times after returning to the country, maintaining nothing more than a surface-level acquaintance.

Who would’ve thought Qi Yayun would go so far as to try matchmaking her friends with him? Ridiculous!

If Jin Jiachao truly had a desire to remarry, would he need her help?

And moreover, just look at what kind of people she’s bringing?

Relying on their peripheral ties to the He Family of Hong Kong to act high and mighty? He had no interest in such characters.

Even if he had never been married, he wouldn’t want someone like that!

Did they think he didn’t know what kind of history Qingchi carried?

Who did they think they were fooling?

Once Jin Jiachao finished speaking, both Qi Yayun and Qingchi’s faces changed dramatically. They hadn’t expected him to be so blunt and give no regard for saving face in such a setting.

What’s more, his words implied that he already knew quite a bit about certain things.

"Brother Jin! You’ve broken my heart! Waaa..." Qingchi dragged her skirt hem and ran off sobbing. Her departure was less about heartbreak and more about the shame and humiliation of being exposed, leaving her no room to maintain her facade.

"Qingchi! Ugh... Brother-in-law! I..." Qi Yayun wore a conflicted expression, knowing well that no matter what, Jin Jiachao would never see Qingchi in a favorable light.

But because she wanted to use Qingchi to gain things she needed, she begrudgingly played along with her and kept stringing her along.

Jin Jiachao’s sudden appearance today had undone all her efforts from before.

Jin Jiachao impatiently waved her off. "Don’t say another word! Leave!"

Qi Yayun opened her mouth, as if wanting to say more, but upon seeing the deep loathing in Jin Jiachao’s eyes, she flinched.

Before leaving, she turned to take a long, hard look at Li Si.

Li Si had just witnessed a full-blown drama. The surrounding onlookers, who had been enjoying the show, now shifted their gazes elsewhere, though their hushed whispers made it obvious they were gossiping about the recent events.

Jin Jiachao let out a wry laugh. "Li Si, I’ve really made a fool of myself today! Ever since Yichen’s mother passed, I haven’t thought about finding someone new. Sigh..."

But how could he stop others from trying to get involved?

And now, Li Si, a junior, had witnessed the entire farce—how humiliating!

Li Si smiled faintly and said, "Mr. Jin, don’t take it too hard! You can’t help being so charming!"

Jin Jiachao quickly waved his hand. "You little rascal! At my age, what charm do I still have?"

His greatest wish was for his son to hurry up and give him a grandchild—be it a grandson or granddaughter.

He just wanted to enjoy the joys of doting on grandchildren.

Li Si smiled and shook her head, skillfully changing the topic: "But as your junior, let me just say—ugh, that two-faced woman earlier is just disgusting! If you’re ever going to find someone, at least pick a stepmother for Xiao Ning who knows better!"

Jin Jiachao burst into hearty laughter, pointing at Li Si, "You little troublemaker!"