126: Chapter 126 Trip to the Mountain City

Zhang Ying pouted, a hint of displeasure on her face, and tossed the food into Chen Shaoping's hands before stepping inside.

"Why did it take you so long to open the door?"

Chen Shaoping steadied the thrown items with his right hand, picked up the beer from the ground with his left, and walked into the house.

"Sister Ying, I'm sorry."

"The moment I woke up, I guessed it was you, so I rushed out to open the door."

"See, I was so eager to see you that I even put my slippers on the wrong feet."

He said, extending both feet for Zhang Ying to see.

Zhang Ying wasn't in the mood to look at his feet; her cheeks were slightly flushed, and her mind was filled with his words, 'eager to see you.'

The dissatisfaction in her heart had long vanished, replaced by worry that Chen Shaoping might be sick, sleeping so soundly.

"Da Ping, are you feeling unwell? I've never seen you sleep this much before."

"No, I just suddenly felt a bit tired today. After a nap, I feel refreshed now."

"I'm just a little hungry. Let's eat together."

They didn't go to the dining table; instead, they laid out the food on the coffee table and sat on the sofa, eating while watching TV.

"Come, Sister Qian, let's have a toast."

"Tomorrow you're going to Mountain City for an interview program. I wish you a smooth journey."

Zhang Ying smiled faintly, raised her glass to clink with Chen Shaoping's, and took a small sip.

Watching Chen Shaoping devour the barbecue and drink heartily,

an inexplicable sense of accomplishment welled up in her heart.

Although she hadn't grilled these herself, they were all carefully and meticulously chosen.

The late-night snack lasted over an hour, and Chen Shaoping didn't even pay close attention to the refreshed intelligence.

Zhang Ying had already left. Chen Shaoping wanted to ask her to stay, but the words died on his lips.

He leaned back on the sofa, gently rubbing his full stomach, completely devoid of sleepiness.

The TV programs weren't very interesting, so he simply started reading the intelligence.

[Today's Intelligence 1 (★): Your university classmate Zhang Tianshuo will get married during the National Day holiday. Over the years, he has made some money playing music with a few friends and is preparing for a grand wedding. Today at 8:02, you will receive a phone call invitation from him.

Zhang Tianshuo just picked up a new car from the 4S shop two days ago, where he was attended by sales associate Tian Xiaoyu. Zhang Tianshuo not only gladly accepted Tian Xiaoyu's one-time service but was also very satisfied with her service, spending an extra 10,000 yuan for three more days of service.

He successfully contracted HIV. Host, please proceed with caution.]

[Today's Intelligence 2 (★★): Manager Cai, head of Tiantian Media's artist department, became the scapegoat due to Xu Kun's incident and will be fired at Tiantian Media's meeting today at 1 PM.

This person is an honest and practical individual, outstanding in cultivating artists, and has a good reputation among the company's artists. Manager Cai's phone number: 138]

Chen Shaoping looked at the first piece of intelligence, secretly feeling fortunate while also feeling sorry for his classmate Zhang Tianshuo.

Fortunately, he had restrained himself when buying the car. If he had really let Tian Xiaoyu provide service, there might have been one more person infected now.

As for Zhang Tianshuo, Chen Shaoping could barely recall what he looked like, only remembering that he was a bit chubby.

It had been almost four years since graduation, and the two had never contacted each other.

Chen Shaoping had always disdained people who were about to get married but still fooled around outside.

He seemed to be from the same hometown as Wang Bo.

Intelligence 2 was very clear; the system wanted him to recruit Manager Cai.

Never mind, he could let Li Qian try tomorrow. Whether it works out or not is fine.

After reading the intelligence, Chen Shaoping still wasn't sleepy, so he sat on the sofa and continued playing on his phone.

...

8 AM.

Xu Yali and Zhang Ying set off for the airport together. By the time all procedures were completed and they boarded, it was already 9:05 AM.

"Sister Ying, you go first. I'll carry the bags; there are only two small ones."

Xu Yali carried both bags with one hand, effortlessly, without breaking a sweat. She declined Zhang Ying's offer to help.

Seeing her ease, Zhang Ying didn't insist and walked ahead.

After they found their seats in business class, Xu Yali put Zhang Ying's bag away.

"Sister Ying, I'm going over there. Call me if anything happens."

"What, didn't you buy a business class ticket for yourself?" Zhang Ying asked.

"It's not a long flight; we'll be there soon. No need to waste the money."

Xu Yali finished speaking, smiled, and turned to leave.

Zhang Ying settled into her seat, planning to doze off for a bit on the plane.

She had also found it hard to sleep after leaving Chen Shaoping's house last night.

Just as her eyes closed, a deliberately low and strange voice entered her ears.

"Excuse me, beautiful lady, are you also going to Mountain City?"

Zhang Ying shifted her body, moving further away from the speaker, not even lifting her eyelids.

She ignored him completely.

She silently grumbled to herself: Isn't that obvious? If I'm not going to Mountain City, am I supposed to jump off the plane?

Anyone who asks such a question must have something wrong with their head.

"Lady, is the seat next to you taken? Can I sit next to you?"

The strange voice didn't give up and continued to ask.

Zhang Ying was annoyed. He didn't know when to quit even after being ignored, so she said loudly,

"Are you sick?"

...

As the words left her mouth, she saw the person in front of her smiling mischievously.

"Lady, can I sit next to you?"

Zhang Ying was stunned, only managing one curse word before numbly replying,

"Please sit."

After immediately regaining her composure, she questioned, "Da Ping, what are you doing? How are you also on this plane?"

"Sister Ying, well, last night I heard you were coming to Mountain City for an interview program. Since I have nothing else to do, I thought I'd come with you. Plus, I can check on Director Lin's filming progress."

Chen Shaoping explained with a smile, his eyes fixed on Zhang Ying.

"Then you should have told me earlier! You scared me just now," Zhang Ying said, though her words held a hint of blame, her heart was filled with joy.

"I just wanted to give you a surprise."

"Did you conspire with Yali? Confess honestly." Zhang Ying pinched Chen Shaoping's waist.

Chen Shaoping smiled without speaking. If he hadn't asked Xu Yali, he wouldn't have known Zhang Ying's exact itinerary.

For this, he had to pay the price of three meals.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please fasten your seatbelts; the plane is about to take off."

Just then, the flight attendant's voice came over the intercom.

Zhang Ying and Chen Shaoping exchanged smiles. Hearing the announcement, they sat down, and Chen Shaoping even helped Zhang Ying fasten her seatbelt.

As soon as the plane leveled out, Zhang Ying leaned on Chen Shaoping's shoulder and fell asleep.

She didn't wake up until the plane landed.

After the three of them left the airport, they quickly saw the car arranged by the program team to pick up Zhang Ying.

Xu Yali lagged a few steps behind them, a look of suspicion on her face.

"CEO Chen, can you really take good care of Sister Ying?"

"Didn't you say you were just coming to watch?"

Chen Shaoping muttered to himself, 'This tomboy is usually so carefree, why is she being so nagging now?'

"Don't worry, rest assured, I guarantee I'll return a lively Sister Ying to you."

"Just enjoy your vacation."

Zhang Ying felt embarrassed and quickly walked a few steps away from them, not wanting to hear their conversation.

If Xu Yali were to ask her who she wanted to accompany her, she truly wouldn't know how to answer.