At this point, almost all restaurants are closed. Lu Zhang took them to a Japanese restaurant in the city center. They were also about to close, Lu Zhang went to say a few words to the boss, the lights of the whole store turned on again, and several chefs and waiters who specially served them returned to their posts.
They sat down beside a tatami by the window, surrounded by high screens and plain drapes, forming a closed and private space. Lu Zhang did not order sake, but went to get two bottles of white wine himself, which was said to be the boss's private collection. After the assorted sashimi and grills were served, he filled all three. Mu Hanxia firmly refused, because she had to preside over the overall situation early in the morning. Neither of them are allowed to drink.
But how could Lu Zhang listen. He just really wanted to vent the emotions that were aroused in his heart. He said, "Master, I'm drinking this glass of wine for Zhang Zi. Tomorrow is his big day, right? I want to wish him all the best and witness the realization of his ideal!" .
Mu Hanxia had no choice, Lu Zhang's true temperament also moved her, so she could only let him go. But He Jing didn't seem to be in the right mood today. Lu Zhang actually picked up the wine that Lu Zhang poured for her and drank it in one gulp. Mu Hanxia felt helpless, she could care about the big ones, but not the small ones. He just lowered his head and took a few mouthfuls, and then looked up, they actually went back and forth between you and me, killing a small bottle of wine.
The so-called private collection of wine, it is not a vain name. Not long after, He Jing actually lay on the table and fell asleep. Mu Hanxia couldn't, and could only let her go. Anyway, she and Lu Dong have already prepared everything for tomorrow. Turning around again, he saw Lu Zhang, still drinking by himself, his face flushed. Mu Hanxia wanted to stop it, but he didn't care at all. Relying on the skill of others, he raised the cup so high that she couldn't reach it, and whispered, "Carol, don't worry about it. I'm measured."
Mu Hanxia simply ignored it and continued to eat. After a while, I heard Lu Zhang say: "Master, today's events have touched me very, very much."
Mu Hanxia put down his chopsticks. When he turned his head, he saw that he was leaning back against the wall, his eyes were closed, and his face was crimson. It looked like a real mature man, but like a child.
He said: "My dad...Although he is a kind person. But most of the time, he is also in business. The intention to harm others is indispensable, and the intention to guard against others is indispensable. I have lived for more than 20 years, and my good friend is There are a few. If they have anything, I will try my best to help. But if I can really be someone like you, no. Master, I especially want to ask, why are you so kind to Zhang Zi? Why?"
He opened his eyes and stared at her in the dim light.
Some things are difficult only when you think about them carefully. He remembered the difficulties and contempt that Mu Hanxia had made when he returned to China that day. Think of a woman like her returning to the country alone. There is such a big business plan that is miraculous. And Lu Dong was only behind the scenes, she was alone in the front. There is no one to help, no one to share, and then step by step toward that great goal.
Yes, great. This is the word that Lu Zhang thought of. Whether it is her grand and ingenious business plan or her completely selfless feelings, Lu Zhang feels great. Such greatness, he has never experienced in reality. He thought how could she be so tenacious and so open-minded? How could she, such a beautiful woman, grow into the sparkling appearance she is now
Regarding Lu Zhang's question, Mu Hanxia just smiled mildly and said, "There is an old Chinese saying that a scholar dies for his confidant. In this world, what I think is worth it is worth it. What's more, Zhang Zi's invention, It's something that can really benefit ordinary people."
Looking at her beautiful face, Lu Zhang suddenly felt soft and painful. He blurted out, "What about me, if one day in the future, I need you as much as he does, will you be equally good to me?"
Mu Hanxia looked at him in slight surprise, silent for a moment, and replied, "Yes."
Lu Zhang smiled. It was a very happy and very bright smile. He picked up the small white porcelain cup, raised his head and drank it: "Thank you, Carol."
Mu Hanxia was also smiling at first, but he had too many emotions in his gestures today, and she had already vaguely found out something in an instant. So she was silent.
He picked up the bottle and was about to pour it into his mouth. Mu Hanxia stretched out his hand to stop it: "Don't drink, tomorrow morning is also an important moment for Fang Yi, you really intend to be absent drunk." Lu Zhang turned to avoid and continued to drink. The two of them were kneeling on the tatami, and Mu Hanxia's body was twisted when they were torn, and he reacted quickly, afraid that she would fall, and he stretched out his hand to wrap her waist.
The bodies of the two were instantly close together, she could feel the heat and alcohol on his body, and he also smelled the light and warm breath on her body. Mu Hanxia's reaction was calm, she got up to push him away. However, in Lu Zhang's burning gaze, he caught a glimpse of her soft red lips so close. A puddle of bitter water engulfed my heart, and what was even more intense was the burning and ignorant longing. His arms tightened suddenly, preventing her from leaving, but getting closer. He lowered his head and kissed: "Carol..."
Mu Hanxia stretched out his hand to block his face, and also blocked his kiss. She knew that he was not drunk enough now, so she just beat his chest with an elbow, and with enough strength, Lu Zhang let go of his hand in pain. She took the opportunity to get up, get out of his embrace, and took a few steps back.
He Jing was still lying on the table sleeping. In this small space, it was extremely quiet. Lu Zhang lowered his head and said nothing. Mu Hanxia looked at him with her heart sinking like water.
"It's okay," she said slowly, "I can't hold back when you're on alcohol."
Lu Zhang was silent for a while, then replied, "I can't help it."
Mu Hanxia was shocked.
He looked up at her, his eyes were guilty, sincere, painful, and longing.
"Master, do I still have a chance? Even a little chance? A chance to try, a chance to compete fairly. I like you, and I have one heart, and one heart only for one person. In the future, I will treat you Better than anyone. Can you trust me? Can you?"
Even though he had noticed it, Mu Hanxia's heart was still shaking. However, after a moment of silence, she said, "Lu Zhang, don't mention these words again in the future."
Her tone was too calm and too ruthless, and Lu Zhang only felt a burst of indignation welling up in his heart, even if it was a result he had foreseen, he still couldn't accept it. His face became cold, but his tone was even lower: "Is there no chance at all...?"
silence.
Then Mu Hanxia replied, "No. You can only be my friend and apprentice forever."
Lu Zhang's expression was like crying and laughing, but his stubbornness also came up, and he replied sullenly: "I can't do it. I can't do it, so what?"
Mu Hanxia replied slowly: "I can't do it, this time, our relationship is exhausted."