Six Years Later: Wrecking His World with Quadruplets - Chapter 188

Chapter 188

Seeing his reaction, Lin Zhizhi couldn’t help but steal a glance at Nan Zhiyi’s expression.

Then, riding the wave of excitement, she plucked up the courage to ask, “Would the President like to join us? Come to think of it, Zhiyi has been working at Di Corporation for so long, but we’ve never held a welcome party for her! Why don’t we do it tonight? It’ll be a double celebration! What do you think?”

Hearing this, Nan Zhiyi thought to herself that Lin Zhizhi was bound to be disappointed.

How could someone like Di Shijing possibly attend this kind of gathering?

Yet, the moment the thought crossed her mind, she heard the man’s deep voice say, “Fine. It’s my treat.”

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The crowd cheered in unison, except for Nan Zhiyi, who whipped her head around and stared at him with eyes full of astonishment.

Di Shijing merely gave her a casual glance, his eyes seemingly asking, ‘What are you looking at? Is it that strange?’

Then, he simply turned and walked away.

…

News of the successful formula optimization spread through the entire R&D Department in just half an hour.

People from the other labs were all extremely curious and came over to see what was happening.

In Research Lab 1.

Nan Wanyue had also learned about the formula optimization, as well as the fact that Di Shijing was treating everyone from Research Lab 2 to dinner tonight.

She sat in her office, driven nearly insane by jealousy. Her face gradually contorted into a terrifying mask of rage.

She didn’t believe for a second that Nan Zhiyi had that kind of ability!

She knew exactly what that woman was capable of!

It must be because she had Aletta’s help. Otherwise, how could that bitch have such great skill?

However, no matter how bitter Nan Wanyue felt, Nan Zhiyi had thoroughly made a name for herself in the R&D Department.

That evening, after work.

The entire team from Research Lab 2 set off for dinner. Zhou Yi had booked the venue-a private suite at a hotel under the Di Corporation. With about a dozen people sharing one table, the atmosphere was lively.

However, due to Di Shijing’s presence, everyone was still somewhat restrained.

Even Lin Zhizhi didn’t quite dare to act out.

But she had no such reservations toward Nan Zhiyi. Raising her glass, she said, “Come on, let’s have a toast to celebrate the successful formula optimization!”

“And in the future, you must make sure to teach us everything you know!”

The others chimed in one after another.

Nan Zhiyi chuckled and raised her glass to join them.

Di Shijing was sitting right next to Nan Zhiyi. Seeing this, he said to the small woman beside him, “If you can’t drink, don’t have too much.”

After a few glasses, Lin Zhizhi grew a bit bolder. Hearing his words, she teased, “Is the President that worried about Zhiyi? In that case… why don’t you have a couple of drinks on her behalf?”

Di Shijing looked at her coolly. That gaze was still full of intimidation, as if saying, ‘You’re quite bold.’

The others also thought Lin Zhizhi was being incredibly gutsy.

She actually dared to ask the President to stand in for a drink.

Lin Zhizhi shrunk back, immediately regretting her words and feeling she shouldn’t have let herself get carried away. Just as she was about to take it back, she saw Di Shijing take the glass and actually drink the half-glass of wine.

The whole room erupted in cheers.

Only Lin Zhizhi felt a bit apprehensive. She whispered to Nan Zhiyi, “I’m doomed. When I walk into the office tomorrow, will I get fired for stepping in with my left foot first?”

Nan Zhiyi couldn’t help herself after hearing that and burst out laughing.

Everyone enjoyed the dinner immensely.

After it ended, the group clamored to change venues, heading to the Lijing Club.

Di Shijing was a VIP there, so upon arrival, they went straight to the best private suite.

Once they arrived, the group wasn’t as reserved as they had been at the restaurant. The atmosphere livened up as they truly started to have fun; some sang karaoke, while others played drinking games…

Of course, because President Di was there, no one dared to call for any handsome or beautiful escorts.

Mainly, they just didn’t have the guts!
Nan Zhiyi rarely visited such places and knew nothing about the various games being played, so she sat to the side, watching quietly.

As for Di Shijing, no one dared to bother him.

Only Lin Zhizhi was bold enough to ask, “President, would you like to play?”

Di Shijing replied with little interest, “You all go ahead.”

Hearing this, Lin Zhizhi didn’t push further. Instead, she quickly leaned in toward Nan Zhiyi and whispered, “Have you noticed? I feel like the President is surprisingly down-to-earth tonight. Even though he still has that ‘stay away’ aura, he’s strangely easy to be around…”

Nan Zhiyi actually agreed with her.

The man did seem a bit different today compared to usual!

He clearly didn’t enjoy these kinds of occasions, yet he insisted on coming along.

She wondered why.

Thinking of this, Nan Zhiyi couldn’t help but steal several glances in the direction where Di Shijing was sitting.

As if sensing her gaze, Di Shijing turned his head and caught her eyes.

In the next second, he suddenly leaned in. His lips were right by her ear as he asked in a low, deep voice, “Is something wrong?”

The moment he spoke, it felt as if an electric current had surged through her.

Nan Zhiyi felt a tingling sensation in her ear that left her whole body feeling weak. Breathing in the scent of alcohol in the air, she felt almost intoxicated.

She hurriedly pulled away, her eyes darting around unnaturally as she said, “It’s nothing.”

“If it’s nothing, then why were you looking at me?”

Di Shijing took the opportunity to lean closer to her, the corners of his lips curling upward slightly.

Being called out so directly made Nan Zhiyi’s cheeks flush instantly.

She pursed her lips and spoke with a guilty conscience. “I wasn’t looking at you. Besides, you weren’t the only one in that direction.”

Di Shijing gave a low chuckle and muttered to himself, “Stubborn.”

Then, he sat up straight, picked up a wine glass from the table with one hand, and swirled it casually.

His movements were effortless, yet he remained incredibly charming.

Nan Zhiyi clutched her chest, wondering if something was wrong with her heart. Why had it been racing non-stop since a moment ago?

Could there really be a problem? Or was it because of the alcohol?

Nan Zhiyi’s mind was a mess. To stop herself from overthinking, she picked up her glass and downed several drinks in a row.

Seeing this, Di Shijing didn’t stop her.

Later, when the gathering began to break up, Nan Zhiyi was already in a daze, seeing double.

When she stood up, her bones felt soft, her body lacked strength, and her steps were unsteady.

Just as she was about to fall, Di Shijing caught her, letting her lean against him.

Seeing this, Lin Zhizhi and the others couldn’t help but ask with concern, “Is Zhiyi okay?”

“She’s a bit drunk.”

Di Shijing looked down at the small woman beside him and responded on her behalf.

Unexpectedly, Nan Zhiyi spoke up, muttering, “I’m not drunk!”

As if to prove it, she forced herself to stand up straight. “If you don’t believe me, look-I can still walk in a straight line.”

She then pushed Di Shijing away, intending to walk forward.

However, after only a few steps, she stumbled.

Lin Zhizhi, standing nearby, was startled and reached out to support her. “You’re like this and you still say you’re not drunk? If I’d known your tolerance was this low, I wouldn’t have let you drink so much.”

The others deeply agreed.

Di Shijing said nothing more, simply giving a faint command. “Everyone, head out. I’ll take her back.”

He then instructed Lin Zhizhi, “Organize the group. Have those who aren’t drunk help call cars and make sure everyone who is intoxicated gets home safely.”

Hearing this, Lin Zhizhi naturally had no objections. After all, the relationship between Nan Zhiyi and the President was unusual; the role of the protective escort naturally fell to the President.