Chapter 1769: I Think You're Actually Quite Bad

Jiang Motian heard his laughter and asked in confusion, "Is this very funny?"

"It's not that it's funny, but rather that you misunderstood our boss's meaning."

"What does he mean?"

"Our boss is trying to act like a spoiled child, wanting you to coax him a bit more!"

Huh, is that so?

Jiang Motian looked at Xie Wanyi with a face full of astonishment.

But Xie Wanyi did not give her a response; instead, he scolded Xiaolin, "Loose-lipped!"

Xiaolin quickly closed his lips and said nothing.

However, this time he wasn't afraid at all.

Because he didn't sense any coldness or killing intent in his boss's voice.

This also meant... Xiaolin had guessed right!

And Jiang Motian noticed that Xie Wanyi had said "loose-lipped" instead of "talking nonsense."

This meant that Xiaolin hadn't been wrong.

Xie Wanyi was indeed waiting to be coaxed.

But, how should she coax him?

Jiang Motian hesitated for a moment, then made a decision: "After we get out of the car, I'll buy you candy."

No sooner had she finished speaking than she heard the sound of a "pfft" laugh again.

As for who had made this sound, Jiang Motian knew without having to think about it.

And the culprit, Xiaolin, didn't even wait for Xie Wanyi to speak this time; he hurriedly raised the small partition.

He really couldn't listen anymore, otherwise he worried he would make himself sick from holding back his laughter!

Xie Wanyi, however, didn't intend to hold Xiaolin accountable.

At this moment, he sat up straight and said to Jiang Motian with some helplessness, "Didn't I teach you last time how to coax a man?"

Last time...

Jiang Motian recalled a little and remembered something.

But the content of the memory caused a flash of discomfort to cross her face.

Afterwards, she lowered her eyes, her voice low: "The situation is not quite the same."

"No, to a man, every situation is the same."

Having said that, Xie Wanyi leaned over and was about to kiss Jiang Motian.

Just as his lips were about to touch Jiang Motian's, Jiang Motian dodged.

She even covered her lips with the back of her hand and explained, "No, it will smudge my lipstick!"

The two of them had to see people in a little while.

If they appeared with their lipstick smeared into a mess...

That would be mortifying!

Failing to kiss Jiang Motian, Xie Wanyi felt very disappointed.

This sense of disappointment even gave him an idea: "How about I have Xiaolin turn the car around, and we don't go to the banquet, but find a place to have a secret rendezvous instead, how about that?"

Hmm...

That idea wasn't bad either.

Although she would have to explain it to Aunt Xin'ai, she believed Aunt Xin'ai would understand.

Jiang Motian was thinking about it seriously.

But Xie Wanyi suddenly tapped her head lightly and said, "I was just joking, and you actually took it seriously."

Jiang Motian had indeed taken it seriously.

Hearing Xie Wanyi's words now, she was stunned for a moment.

Then she asked indignantly, "You were clearly the one who suggested it, why are you blaming me for taking it seriously!?"

"I'm not blaming you; I don't want to go to the banquet either, but I have to go."

Xie Wanyi did not like socializing.

But this social engagement today was invited by Jiang Baobao; how could Xie Wanyi refuse?

Moreover, making this trip was indeed beneficial for Xie Wanyi.

As long as Xie Wanyi still understood the big picture and knew what was good for him, he definitely had to go.

As for whether he liked it or not... that had become unimportant.

Jiang Motian stared at Xie Wanyi's profile for a while.

Then she offered a suggestion: "I can say that I'm not feeling well, and that you aren't attending in order to stay with me."

Jiang Motian was using herself to provide cover for Xie Wanyi.

The purpose... was naturally to hope that Xie Wanyi could be a little happier.

Xie Wanyi did not feel happy; instead, he looked at Jiang Motian without blinking.

"You... why are you looking at me like that?"

"I'm lamenting; it's fortunate you met me. If you ran into some bad guy who tempted you, you definitely wouldn't be able to resist the temptation."

Xie Wanyi was not joking.

Jiang Motian trusted others too easily.

And she gave away her heart too easily as well.

Although Xie Wanyi coveted Jiang Motian herself, he would never harm her.

But if it were someone else... they would very likely scheme against Jiang Motian until not even her bones were left!

Thinking of that possibility, Xie Wanyi felt... very stifled!

He had successfully managed to make himself angry!

But what Jiang Motian was thinking was different from Xie Wanyi.

She glanced at Xie Wanyi, then muttered in a low voice, "I think you are quite bad."

Bad?

Xie Wanyi's eyes rolled slightly.

Afterwards, his body slowly leaned in, and he asked, "I haven't even shown you how bad I can be yet, how did you discover it?"

At this moment, Xie Wanyi had the word "seduction" written all over him.

That kind of seduction, at a glance, was... very improper!

Jiang Motian uncomfortably pushed him away and warned, "Be a little more serious!"

Xie Wanyi followed Jiang Motian's force and leaned back against the chair.

Then, with a cynical look, he said, "Facing one's own girlfriend, I'm afraid no man could stay serious."

"But we will be at the banquet venue soon, restrain yourself a little!"

"What, not going on a secret date with me anymore?"

"You refused it yourself, why would I still insist?"

"Hey, why does it feel like someone is very disappointed?"

"I am not disappointed! That banquet was organized by Aunt Xin'ai, I was supposed to go and show my support anyway!"

"Supposed to? From those two words, one can tell that you aren't very looking forward to today's social engagement either."

"You... I'm ignoring you!"

Feeling she couldn't outtalk Xie Wanyi, Jiang Motian simply closed her lips and took out her phone, pretending to read the news.

Seeing this, Xie Wanyi smiled.

He didn't expose Jiang Motian either, but instead closed his eyes with a smile and leaned against the chair to rest.

Of course, resting was just a facade; Xie Wanyi's heart was already surging with stormy waves!

Even now, he still remembered the shock of seeing the portrait.

Before, he had only had suspicions, and he even felt his suspicions were crazy.

But now, he could be certain that he... was nine times out of ten Xiaoshi!

Because that portrait depicted him as a child!

But... why didn't he remember?

Why would someone arrange for a fake Xiaoshi to approach Jiang Motian?

And in that person's eyes... was he simply a bargaining chip that could be used?

Thinking of these things, Xie Wanyi's palm gradually tightened, and his knuckles were squeezed white.

Jiang Motian saw this scene and raised her hand, wanting to hold onto it.

But after hesitating for a moment, Jiang Motian didn't do so.

She thought... Xie Wanyi probably needed quiet right now, rather than comfort.

Inside the car, it suddenly became quiet.

And this quiet was instantly broken after the car arrived at the destination.

Having opened his eyes again, Xie Wanyi had already returned to normal.

Once they entered the banquet hall, he was even able to chat and laugh with others.

Xie Wanyi was already outstanding in appearance.

With a faint smile, he possessed even more elegance and approachability.

Just by standing there, he made many young ladies look over with shyness and timidity.

Some young women were very bold.

Not satisfied with just stealing glances, they swayed their waists, strolled over, and took the initiative to strike up a conversation with Xie Wanyi.