Free Web NovelChapter 2026: Chapter 2026: Spending Quality Time with Mo Anna
The barriers dissolved, and the atmosphere at the table gradually became lively.
Mo Anna wasn’t actually angry with Xiao Zheng to begin with, and after hearing his explanation, the last trace of resentment in her heart vanished instantly.
At the same time, the dishes and red wine that Xiao Zheng ordered were brought to the table.
"Come on, let’s have a toast."
Xiao Zheng raised his wine glass and smiled at Mo Anna.
After clinking glasses with him, Mo Anna downed the red wine in one go.
Whether it was the alcohol or the disappearance of her resentment, she looked irresistibly charming at this moment.
Even Xiao Zheng couldn’t help but swallow.
Mo Anna noticed his little gesture and immediately flashed a seductive smile.
Her smile almost captivated several men at the nearby tables.
One guy had it worse; he must be having dinner with his wife or girlfriend. Because he glanced at Mo Anna a couple of times, his partner kicked him hard under the table twice.
Xiao Zheng looked at the sharp five-centimeter high heels and instantly felt full of sympathy for the poor guy.
Fortunately, it was just a small episode, and it quickly passed by.
With the help of the wine, Xiao Zheng and Mo Anna started chatting.
During this time, Mo Anna kept asking about things in Europe, especially about the Bright Church. Xiao Zheng didn’t dampen her enthusiasm and told her everything he could.
Mo Anna listened with great interest, and Xiao Zheng talked with great enjoyment.
After several rounds of drinks, the meal was almost over, so Xiao Zheng got ready to settle the bill.
However, just at that moment, a young man in a suit approached them with a glass of red wine: "Anna, it really is you. I’ve been seeing you for a long time, but I was afraid of mistaking someone else for you and only now dared to come over to confirm."
His smile was enthusiastic, and as for his gaze, it made Xiao Zheng feel a bit uncomfortable.
Any man could tell what that kind of look meant.
"Cao Xin, so it was you." Mo Anna was first surprised and then smiled politely at him, "Are you dining here too? If I had known earlier, I would have invited you to join us."
Upon hearing this, the young man named Cao Xin smiled and said, "No need to trouble yourself; I’m here with friends too. But if you’re available, we can arrange to meet some other time."
"Let’s hope I have time then," Mo Anna said with a smile.
After speaking, they clinked glasses.
"I just wanted to say hi." After finishing his drink, Cao Xin said with a laugh, "I’ve greeted you now and had a drink, so I won’t disturb you any further."
After saying this, he glanced at Xiao Zheng.
Then, he smiled at Mo Anna and turned to leave.
Once he walked away, Xiao Zheng couldn’t help asking, "Who is this guy called Cao Xin? How come I’ve never seen him before?"
Hearing his question, Mo Anna immediately smiled mischievously: "Why do you care? Could it be, are you jealous?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Zheng quickly said, "How could that be? Why would I be jealous? I’m just curious because I’ve never seen him before."
Even though she knew he was lying, Mo Anna loved watching him try to save face.
After chuckling softly, she spoke: "Don’t worry; there’s nothing between Cao Xin and me, just business partners. To be honest, I really don’t like him."
"You really dislike him? Why?" Xiao Zheng asked curiously.
"Because he’s so pretentious and has ulterior motives toward me," Mo Anna said honestly. "Although he hides it well in front of me, I can still tell what he’s thinking."
"If it wasn’t for the company’s partnership with him, I wouldn’t care to associate with someone like him."
Hearing this, a smile finally appeared on Xiao Zheng’s face: "Since you dislike him so much, let’s not talk about him. Have you had enough to eat? If so, I’ll go pay the bill."
Mo Anna nodded and put down her wine glass.
Xiao Zheng then snapped his fingers to call the waiter over to settle the bill.
After paying, they returned to the company together.
After chatting in Xiao Zheng’s office for a while, Mo Anna went off to a meeting. As for Xiao Zheng, he went to rest in a small room in the office. Since he had a relatively leisurely afternoon with no pressing work, he could relax for a bit.
When he woke up, it was already past four in the afternoon.
Xiao Zheng washed his face and then sat down next to his desk.
He then helplessly discovered that while he was asleep, the secretary had placed several urgent documents on his desk.
Originally planning to slack off some more, Xiao Zheng had no choice but to start working.
When he finished, it was already past six in the evening.
After handing the signed documents to the secretary, Xiao Zheng was about to leave for the day. But as he passed by the meeting room, he was surprised to find Mo Anna still in a meeting with higher-ups.
Seeing her working with such intensity, Xiao Zheng couldn’t help but feel a pang of heartache.
He didn’t go in to interrupt the meeting because he knew that if he did, it would delay the process, and Mo Anna’s end time would be pushed back even further.
So, Xiao Zheng quietly left the company.
Just as he got into the car, his phone rang.
When Xiao Zheng looked at the phone, he found it was a call from Leng Ruobing: "Hey, darling, are you calling to ask why I haven’t left work yet?"
Upon hearing his words, Chu Xiaoran’s laughter immediately came from the phone.
Clearly, the two sisters were together at the moment.
After Xiaoran’s laughter stopped, Leng Ruobing finally spoke: "Yes, have you finished work now?"
Hearing this, Xiao Zheng said, "I just finished, and I’m in the car now, but I haven’t left yet."
"Great, we’re shopping in Xingtian Square now. Xiaoran and I decided to eat out tonight," Leng Ruobing said. "Since you’re not home yet, come join us."
"Alright, I’ll be there in twenty minutes," Xiao Zheng said.
Seeing as the Xingtian Square shopping plaza wasn’t too far from Qianqiu Group’s location, Xiao Zheng nodded in agreement.
After hanging up, Xiao Zheng drove to the destination.
