Free Web NovelChapter 1271: Chapter 1268: Former Glory
It was obvious, just as Wen Yian thought, that Qu Zian wasn’t accustomed to saying such affectionate words in front of outsiders. Moreover, he felt a little embarrassed discussing the relationship between two men, even if Bi Xia and Liu Keqing were friends. Qu Zian found it somewhat awkward, which might be related to his inherently reserved nature.
Instead of calling Wen Yian, he leaned over and hung up the phone, giving Bi Xia a playful flick on the forehead, "You’re making a big deal out of watching the show."
Bi Xia chuckled and put the phone away, "Brother Zi’an, I think Brother Yi’an is pretty great; you should forgive him."
Qu Zian smiled faintly, "Don’t worry, he’ll be forgiven. It’s just that... after all these years, he should learn a lesson."
Seeing Qu Zian smiling warmly, Bi Xia and Liu Keqing took a step back simultaneously, exchanged a glance, and suddenly burst out laughing, realizing that this time Wen Yian was in for it.
Bi Xia shrugged and stopped discussing the matter. Qu Zian added, "Little Nine, did you go to the Zheng Family this time when you came back? Even though they’re acquaintances, the proper procedures should be followed."
"Not yet, but I did call," Bi Xia replied, "Elder Zheng has already returned to Beijing, and now his daughter is staying in Qing City. Besides, ’Shixia’ had already coordinated with them, so I didn’t disturb any further, especially since Sister Wanruo is also very busy in Beijing now."
"Alright, as long as you’ve made contact," Qu Zian nodded, "Are you planning to head to Beijing next?"
Bi Xia confirmed, "Yes, I’m planning to move to Beijing, although Qing City was the start, I might spend more time in Beijing in the future, so we have to plan long term."
At this point, Bi Xia paused, "To be honest, this trip to Beijing might require Brother Zi’an to accompany me. I have a feeling something might happen, so at that time, I’ll need you to help manage the group."
Qu Zian thought for a moment, "Okay, then I’ll quickly sort things out here. By the way, regarding the club, you plan to..."
With a slight twinkle in his eyes, Bi Xia smiled and said word by word, "Open, for, business."
Slowly getting up, Bi Xia looked out at the glaring sun outside the window. After a while, she turned to Liu Keqing, "Sister Keqing, I’m afraid I’ll need you to quickly complete those photos in the next few days. I plan to announce them the day before the club opens."
Liu Keqing was slightly taken aback, glanced at Qu Zian, and frowned slightly, "Is it that urgent?"
"Urgent?" Bi Xia curled her lips into a meaningful smile, "No, the timing is just right."
With that, she spread her hands and blew a kiss to Liu Keqing, "I’m going over to take a look at the Xia Family restaurant."
Qu Zian also stood up and came over to Bi Xia’s side, "I’ll go with you."
After greeting Liu Keqing, Qu Zian and Bi Xia arrived at the Xia Family restaurant, where a crowd had gathered outside the entrance, talking about something.
Sitting in the car, Bi Xia pulled down her sunglasses slightly and coolly observed the scene across the street, a complex light flickering in her eyes. Qu Zian retracted his gaze, "So, do you regret it? Actually, I think Xia Family restaurant in Qing City seemed fine."
"No regrets," Bi Xia smiled as she pushed the sunglasses back up, "Although the Xia Family restaurant was popular in Qing City, it ultimately belongs to Beijing. It started there, so it should return and be rooted there."
This must have also been my mother’s idea. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have closed the Xia Family restaurant after leaving. Honestly, when I returned and saw the closed doors of the Xia Family restaurant, it felt like a piece was missing from my heart. After all, the Xia Family restaurant raised Xia Shi and me, and it was proof of Xia Shi slowly becoming stronger...
Even though Xia Shi still likes to act spoiled, cry, panic in the face of issues, and doesn’t handle things very well, compared to me, she’s the one who seems more like the adult. However... even though Xia Shi likes to act spoiled, she’s learned to rely on herself when faced with problems. Even though she likes to cry, she’s learned to be strong. Even though she panics and doesn’t handle situations well, she knows to try and face them.
And deciding to close the Xia Family restaurant in Qing City, which she worked hard to manage, isn’t that also a significant decision made by Xia Shi?
Thinking about it, Bi Xia chuckled softly, "The closing of the Xia Family restaurant is only temporary. After all, this trip to Beijing isn’t for a fresh start, but to... reclaim its rightful glory."
So, Xia Jingshen, do you still plan to hide behind...?
