Chapter 1090: Can You Show Some Respect for Your Elders?

Chapter 1090: Chapter 1090: Can You Show Some Respect for Your Elders?

Although he is in Changping daily, he just drives in and out directly from the parking lot.

Even if the reporters wait at the gate, they will not be able to take pictures of him.

Besides, Zhao Gushen is not a celebrity.

Reporters wouldn’t waste their energy on following him.

As long as there are photos, it’s fine not to leave them empty.

As soon as you go online, you will definitely notice.

If no name is mentioned and only looking at Zhao Gushen himself, Xu Mingjian might not be able to recognize him at first glance.

After all, there’s a difference between a flat photo and the actual three-dimensional person.

Unless someone pays very close attention, it’s hard to recognize immediately.

But now Ye Fei mentioned Zhao Gushen’s name.

Combining the name and the face, how could Xu Mingjian not recognize him?

If it’s Zhao Gushen, then Zhao Dingli is Zhao Gushen’s fourth uncle...

In that case, everything Zhao Dingli said just now is true, and he even modestly withheld certain unspecified things.

Xu Mingjian thought about how he even suspected his watch was fake just now.

He also doubted his bragging, and instantly felt his face burning red.

Thinking about the things that crossed his mind earlier, Xu Mingjian felt ashamed to face anyone.

Moreover, did Zhao Dingli really not notice his thoughts?

Xu Mingjian tried hard to recall Zhao Dingli’s reactions just now, trying to analyze whether Zhao Dingli saw through him.

But, just now, Xu Mingjian was already overwhelmed with jealousy, so he truly wasn’t paying attention.

Even now, trying to recall, he couldn’t remember anything useful.

Xu Mingjian was too embarrassed to look at Zhao Dingli.

But he still stole a quick glance.

He saw Zhao Dingli was focused on Zhao Gushen and Ye Fei, not even glancing his way.

Xu Mingjian couldn’t help but think, well, why would he be on their radar?

And this time, he really missed a chance to connect with Zhao Dingli.

Though he works in foreign trade, which seems unrelated to Zhao Dingli’s circle.

But it’s not like he must do foreign trade his entire life.

Knowing more people means having more connections, more career paths, and opportunities.

The current foreign trade market isn’t as good as it was years ago.

His income can’t compare to previous years either.

He’s long been considering looking for other opportunities, to see what else he could do.

And now, he wasted such a good chance.

After identifying Zhao Dingli’s status, what good would trying to flatter him be?

They could easily see through his small scheme.

Xu Mingjian now deeply regretted to his core.

Moreover, he feared he might have offended Zhao Dingli.

Now seeing Zhao Gushen and Ye Fei arriving.

It’s clearly a family gathering.

His presence here seemed increasingly awkward.

Not knowing them, he had no common topics to converse about.

So when Ye Fei looked at him to inquire, Xu Mingjian decided to make his exit.

Mrs. Li awkwardly explained, "He’s a junior from a friend’s family, coming to visit us today."

Mrs. Li wouldn’t dare explain that he’s Li Xiaoyun’s blind date.

The situation was just too embarrassing.

If Zhao Gushen and Zhao Dingli weren’t there, she would have surely told the truth.

But how could she say it now?

She had secretly invited Xu Mingjian to meet Li Xiaoyun.

What a poorly managed affair.

Mrs. Li silently blamed herself.

Making everyone uncomfortable, including poor Xiao Xu.

How would she explain to the matchmaker later?

After learning a lesson this time, Mrs. Li vowed never to act prematurely again.

Xu Mingjian quickly seized the chance to say, "I just came to visit Uncle and Auntie, so it’s about time I head out."

Mrs. Li symbolically offered a polite invitation, "Oh, why leave in such a hurry? Stay and join us for dinner."

Xu Mingjian replied with a smile, "I arrived at the wrong time today, coming over without knowing you’re having guests, it’s indeed my fault. I’ll visit next time."

"Oh, really, how can we just let you go like this?" Mrs. Li again extended courtesy.

"It’s fine, I’ll come back later to see you and Uncle again." Xu Mingjian said, already forcing himself towards the doorway to put on his shoes.

Everyone was gathered around, and at that moment, it felt like all eyes were on him.

Making his actions to put on shoes particularly awkward.

A simple task, but due to pressure, even putting on shoes became shaky.

He even stumbled while crouching due to losing balance.

Fortunately, Mr. Li was attentive and quickly supported him.

Making Xu Mingjian even more embarrassed.

"Thank you." Xu Mingjian awkwardly expressed gratitude and hurriedly put his shoes on.

But when standing up, he was still a bit unsteady and staggered again.

Fortunately, this time he caught the door for support, sparing others from helping him.

Nonetheless, Xu Mingjian felt humiliated, and hurried to say, "I’ll take my leave now, sorry for the bother today."

"Let me walk you out." Mrs. Li quickly said.

"No need, definitely no need." Xu Mingjian was eager to escape.

"Auntie, please don’t trouble yourself." Xu Mingjian said.

Mrs. Li turned to Mr. Li, "Lao Li, accompany him."

Mr. Li made it simple, wearing slippers and ready to head out.

No matter how much Xu Mingjian politely refused, Mr. Li insisted on seeing him off.

Xu Mingjian couldn’t decline further and let Mr. Li escort him out.

Afterward, Mrs. Li led Ye Fei and others back to sit in the living room.

Although there were many guests, the couch was long enough, and it provided sufficient seating.

Li Xiaoyun brought a dining chair opposite the coffee table, letting the guests take the couch while she ensured their cups were filled and taken care of.

Everyone gathered around the coffee table, making the conversation convenient.

Zhao Dingli noted they were separated from Li Xiaoyun.

It was a bit too distant, which wouldn’t do.

Zhao Dingli moved to the edge of the sofa, closer to where Li Xiaoyun was seated.

Still, it was too far.

Though there were no people between them, there was still quite a gap in seating.

Zhao Dingli looked at Li Xiaoyun, attempting to hint at her with his gaze, to make her understand his intent.

To come a bit closer.

However, Li Xiaoyun was focused on playing the good host role, making sure everyone’s needs were met.

So, she was entirely oblivious to Zhao Dingli’s implied signals.

This urgency stirred Zhao Dingli.

Aside, Zhao Gushen appeared ready to watch the spectacle.

His lips subtly curled in amusement, his eyes blatantly dancing back and forth between Zhao Dingli and Li Xiaoyun.

Obviously enjoying Zhao Dingli’s predicament.

This added to Zhao Dingli’s frustration.

Can’t he show some respect to his elders?

Luckily, Mrs. Li had more awareness than Li Xiaoyun.

Seeing Li Xiaoyun’s distance from Zhao Dingli, with urgency nearly written on his face.

Only away from directly voicing out.

Mrs. Li felt even more assured in her heart.