Chapter 207 Perhaps it was destiny

Song Ni now understood how others addressed Tan Zheng in foreign countries. Zheng. It was indeed concise and straightforward, perfectly in line with his usual style. Ian's initial curiosity and good feelings towards Krist were amplified upon learning she was Zheng's wife. He had met Tan Zheng once before; the man was unlike any other. He never adhered to conventions, wearing a suit yet biting a cigarette, not quite like a proper businessman. There was a wild aura about him, even a libertine recklessness, yet everyone who had dealt with him said he was a man of immense charisma. As soon as Tang Qin Yun saw the look in Ian's eyes, he knew this young man hadn't abandoned his intentions towards Song Ni. The upper echelons of society back home might descend into chaos, but at least they would maintain a facade of decorum. These foreigners, however, didn't even bother to conceal their thoughts. Zheng's wife was indeed a more novel identity for Ian, perhaps even more alluring. Regardless of what this person was thinking, Tang Qin Yun only cared about Song Ni. Song Ni clearly wasn't willing to give the pampered heir of the Shen Corporation even a sliver of her attention, so he had no reason to hesitate over their minor business collaboration. "Ian, some things are meant only for admiration." The young nobleman understood the implication behind Tang Qin Yun's words. Yet, he looked directly at Song Ni, a curve forming at the corner of his lips. "But beautiful things are what I want to possess." The idea of something being only for distant admiration, not for intimate appreciation, was foreign to him. What he wanted, he would acquire. If Ian had been somewhat reserved earlier, his current attitude clearly indicated his improper designs on Song Ni. Song Ni, however, didn't even spare him another glance. She kept playing with the ring on her fourth finger, even lifting it to show Tang Tang. "Sister-in-law, do you know how this ring was bought?" Tang Tang was shocked by Ian's brazenness. She shifted her gaze to Song Ni's ring, which was indeed ordinary. "How?" Song Ni leaned in and whispered the story into Tang Tang's ear. Tang Tang's eyebrows shot up in surprise after listening. "Your progress is truly rapid." Back when Song Jing had suggested finding a suitable partner for Song Ni's arranged marriage, Tang Tang couldn't condone such a method. She thought Song Ni was still young and not in a hurry to marry. Yet, Song Ni not only didn't refuse the blind date but also exchanged rings with Tan Zheng on their third meeting. This speed was something Tang Tang, who had grown up with Song Jing and spent over twenty years together, couldn't comprehend. So, Tang Tang voiced her question. Song Ni's gaze drifted into the distance, a rare occurrence. She sighed, "Perhaps it was destiny." She and Tan Zheng had such a connection; it was coincidental that Song Jing met him in America, coincidental that Qin Yang became his fan in high school, and coincidental that the only match she skipped watching was the one where he won the championship. Ian's expression finally darkened upon hearing the word "destiny." He wasn't afraid of competing with Tan Zheng; he was confident enough in his own charm to win against other men. But he was a businessman, working in fashion, and he understood deeply that to win, one had to touch a woman's heart. Krist... since he arrived, she had never truly spoken to him, nor had she shown any interest in getting to know him, even though she knew he was the future head of the Shen Corporation. He had never been treated this way by a woman. ... After the fashion show ended, Vivian returned to the lounge and was startled to see two grown men inside. One was the heir of a company she admired, and potentially her future boss. The other was... "Wow! Joe! Your hair is amazing!" Tang Qin Yun: ... Song Ni: ... Tang Tang: ??????? Ian: ??????? Song Ni gave Tang Qin Yun a deep look. So, Tang Qin Yun was the Chinese man who taught Vivian about national treasures? Receiving Song Ni's questioning gaze, Tang Qin Yun returned a look with ease: Didn't you teach them too? Song Ni withdrew her gaze, surprised by her and Tang Qin Yun's tacit understanding when it came to pranking others. However... Song Ni then stared intently at Tang Qin Yun's hair for a long time. This deep blue color was quite striking. Tang Qin Yun's eccentric fashion taste had finally returned to normalcy. In fact, Song Ni even wondered what Tan Zheng would look like with this hair color. But Tang Qin Yun misunderstood. After all, Song Ni had never said anything nice to him since childhood, which had likely shaped his reaction. Tang Qin Yun raised his hand and touched his hair. "What are you looking at? Dazzled by my handsomeness?" Song Ni regained her senses, looked at Tang Qin Yun's irritating expression, and said without much force, "I'm just admiring your hair, which is both amazing and flamboyant." Tang Qin Yun: ... Damn it! Why do these two learn things and use them on me? Vivian, realizing belatedly, asked, "You guys know each other?" Song Ni then explained to her. Vivian pointed at Ian and asked, Song Ni shook her head. "No." Vivian opened her mouth, but before she could speak, Song Ni quickly stood up and interrupted, "Do you want to go eat together? I'm flying back tomorrow." Vivian's eyes widened. "So soon?! Stay for a few more days!" "My sister-in-law misses home too much. I'll go back early to sort out things at home, and I'll come back to accompany you after the New Year." Hearing this, Vivian no longer insisted on her staying, and because Song Ni was leaving soon, Vivian successfully overlooked her future boss. Ian watched the four of them leave: ............ Tang Qin Yun came to London for business. As for why he attended Vivian's show, it was pure coincidence. Meeting Song Ni was an even greater coincidence. After accompanying Song Ni for a meal, he went to handle his own affairs. Before leaving, he warned, "Stay away from that Ian. He has ill intentions towards you." Song Ni raised her eyebrows and looked at Tang Qin Yun. "Do I need you to tell me that?" Tang Qin Yun snorted and muttered, "Do you think I want to say this? If I weren't getting the car, I wouldn't bother with you." Song Ni's hearing was excellent. "Getting the car? What do you mean?" Tang Qin Yun didn't think it was anything that couldn't be said. He had earned this car through his own efforts. After Song Ni read the chat logs, she was furious. Tan Zheng was such a spendthrift! To give away a car like that! What did Tang Qin Yun do? Even without him, she wouldn't have given that Ian any opportunity to get close to her. "You earned this car really easily," Tang Qin Yun said, tilting his chin up proudly and starting to boast. "This is called having brains. Besides, why are you upset? Your husband has so many cars, so much money, what's this?" Song Ni glared at him. "This money is all earned through his hard work." Tang Qin Yun raised an eyebrow. "Then mine is also earned through hard work." Song Ni: ??????? "Don't you know what kind of person your husband is? It was so hard to lure him out in the WeChat group!" Song Ni: ...