We will regularly invite internationally renowned scholars to the lab for academic exchanges, and also encourage your team mbers to go abroad for study visits, to broaden horizons and enhance international competitiveness."
Zhang Qiming admired Chen Cheng’s foresight and vision.
He understood that in order to gain a foothold in the international scientific research arena, it is necessary to strengthen international cooperation and learn from the advanced scientific research experiences of other countries.
He said excitedly, "Chairman Chen, your considerations are truly thorough! I believe that with your support, we will certainly be able to build a world-class research team and develop world-leading battery technology!"
Zhang Qiming’s gaze was firm and full of fighting spirit.
He knew that a new era was approaching, and he would play an important role in it.
He said with confidence, "Chairman Chen, please rest assured! I will definitely not disappoint your expectations!"
Chen Cheng stood up and extended his hand again, "Professor Zhang, I look forward to your research results."
"Absolutely, absolutely!"
After exchanging pleasantries for a while longer and finalizing the ti for the joint innovation press conference, Chen Cheng finally led i Xiang out.
Back in the lobby, Tong Jialu ca up to them.
"Brother Cheng, is the talk settled?"
Chen Cheng was in a good mood, "Almost there."
He checked the ti, "Xiao Lu, see i Xiang off."
"Alright."
Before Chen Cheng could say anything to i Xiang, she said, "Go ahead."
"Okay."
After watching Chen Cheng leave, Tong Jialu asked, "Miss i Xiang, where would you like to go?"
i Xiang turned her head, smiling sweetly, "How about... we go shopping?"
"Sure."
"By the way, just call i Xiang." i Xiang said generously.
"Alright, i Xiang." Tong Jialu naturally changed the way she addressed her.
i Xiang hooked her arm around Tong Jialu’s, affectionately saying, "Let’s go then! I’ve heard the Wangfujing shopping mall is nice, and I want to check it out."
"Okay!"
The two walked out of the hotel side by side, blending into the bustling crowd.
...
...
Chang’an Grand Theater, backstage.
"Senior Sister, are you going back to the troupe today?"
ng Wanning, who had finished removing her stage makeup, sat in front of the vanity mirror, shaking her head, "You guys go ahead, I’m waiting for soone."
"Alright, then we’ll head back first."
ng Wanning got up to see off the group of junior fellow apprentices. After seeing them off, she returned to her seat.
Since parting ways with Chen Cheng at Sanya Airport, ng Wanning hadn’t seen Chen Cheng for so ti.
ng Wanning tidied up the stray strands of hair by her temple, her thoughts drifting back to that night at the Lingshui Villa.
"Did I... really make him angry?" she muttered to herself, "If only I could be more like i Xiang... more open... more relaxed..."
"But..."
This was a persistent worry for ng Wanning; she couldn’t be like i Xiang.
Knock, knock, knock.
The sound of knocking interrupted ng Wanning’s thoughts.
She turned to see Chen Cheng standing outside the door, holding a bouquet of vibrant red roses, a smile on his face.
Chen Cheng walked in, "Wan Wan, congratulations, the performance was wonderful."
ng Wanning accepted the roses, the faint fragrance enveloping her senses.
She shyly lowered her head, "You didn’t even see on stage."
"It’s easy to find out," Chen Cheng replied with a relaxed and natural tone, "I’ve been busy and haven’t been able to watch your performances recently, but I finally made ti today."
ng Wanning didn’t dare to et Chen Cheng’s eyes. Chen Cheng asked with a smile, "Won’t you invite to sit down?"
Only then did ng Wanning respond, quickly pulling out a chair, "Please sit here."
Chen Cheng sat down, looking around, "Your dressing room is quite large."
"It’s specially arranged for by the theater," ng Wanning explained.
Chen Cheng nodded, then focused his gaze on ng Wanning’s face, asking with concern, "Have you been tired lately?"
ng Wanning shook her head, "I’m used to it."
Chen Cheng sat down across from her, seeing her slightly exhausted expression, he said with empathy, "You should take care and not overexert yourself."
ng Wanning smiled, "I know, you too."
Chen Cheng reached out his hand, and ng Wanning paused, not handing over her small hand as she used to.
"What’s the matter? Don’t you like anymore?" Chen Cheng asked, "Won’t even let hold your hand, nor call anymore."
ng Wanning quickly put her hand on his, "No, it’s not that. I’m just afraid... I’m afraid..."
"Afraid of what? Hmm?"
"I’m afraid you’re still mad," ng Wanning explained, "That night... I spoiled your mood..."
Chen Cheng patted the back of her hand, "Wan Wan, today I ca to apologize to you."
ng Wanning raised her head, and Chen Cheng sincerely said, "I shouldn’t have kept you and i Xiang in the sa room that night. I know you’re shy and I should have considered your feelings. It was my oversight, my fault."
ng Wanning’s eyes instantly reddened; she hadn’t expected Chen Cheng to apologize to her first.
In her heart, Chen Cheng had always been high above, like a star in the sky, unreachable.
But now, this star had lowered itself for her.
"My lord..." ng Wanning choked up, wanting to say sothing but not knowing where to start.
"Don’t worry, such a situation won’t happen again," Chen Cheng assured, "You are Wan Wan, the person I like the most."
ng Wanning couldn’t hold back any longer, burying her head into Chen Cheng’s arms and tearfully saying, "It’s my fault, it’s my fault."
"Since returning from Sanya, there’s been no contact from you. So many tis I wanted to call you, but..." she said hesitantly, "But I was afraid, afraid you were still mad at ."
Chen Cheng gently stroked her back, "How could I be angry with you? It was my mistake, I was too busy and neglected you."
He cupped ng Wanning’s face, gently wiping away her tears, "It won’t happen again, I’ll make more ti to be with you."
ng Wanning broke into a smile, like a child, leaning dependently against Chen Cheng’s chest.
"Really, my lord?"
"Of course it’s true."
Chen Cheng took out a delicate red velvet box from his pocket. Inside was a jade bracelet.
"A small gift for you," Chen Cheng smiled, "It was a last-minute purchase, so I could only get this quality. I’ll get you a better one later."
ng Wanning looked at the jade bracelet in the box, a rich green color, smooth and lustrous. Although Chen Cheng said it was average, to her, it was already a precious gift.
"My lord, this is too valuable..."
ng Wanning hesitated, knowing the price of jade is high, let alone such a beautiful bracelet.
Chen Cheng said with a smile, "You’re the most precious treasure of my life."
He held ng Wanning’s hand, "Here, let put it on for you."
ng Wanning extended her left hand, and Chen Cheng slipped the bracelet onto her wrist.
The bracelet was neither too big nor too small, fitting perfectly. The green bracelet complented ng Wanning’s fair skin, making her look even more delicate and charming.
"It’s really beautiful..." ng Wanning said sincerely, her eyes filled with tenderness, "Thank you, my lord."
"As long as you like it."
"My lord," ng Wanning said softly, "Actually, you don’t have to give such expensive gifts. I’m just happy if you spend more ti with ."
Chen Cheng held her in his arms, whispering in her ear, "I know, Wan Wan. From now on, I will spend more ti with you and won’t let you overthink alone anymore."
ng Wanning hugged Chen Cheng tightly, burying her head in his embrace, "Okay, I know."
"Why do you sll so good?" Chen Cheng asked with a smile.
He brushed her nose, "If you keep acting cute, I might..."
ng Wanning moved closer, "What should I do differently if you like it when I’m shy?"
"I still prefer you being shy and demure," Chen Cheng replied, "You’re the most special one."
"Okay."
The two stayed intimate for a little while longer before Chen Cheng said, "Let’s go to the Mountain and Water. We shouldn’t keep your ntor waiting."
"Okay!" ng Wanning hooked her arm around Chen Cheng’s back, "Don’t keep my Master waiting too long."
"I’ll do whatever Wan Wan wants."
The two walked out from the backstage, hand in hand.
All the unease that had hung over them since returning from Sanya had finally lted away.
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