I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2306 - 1464: Sisters

"Drip, drip..."

Much like the gentle patter of rain against a windowpane.

It seemed Boss Jiang had genuinely gone to the restroom this time.

Visiting the restroom twice within a mere half hour felt excessive; a single trip should have sufficed, shouldn't it?

Standing before the washbasin, he leaned forward, letting cool water splash onto his face. He then gazed at his reflection in the mirror, meticulously wiping away the stray droplets.

The greater the pressure of a situation, the more imperative it was to maintain one's composure.

While everyone theoretically grasped this concept, being incapacitated rendered him unable even to carve out moments for strategic contemplation!

And this predicament only involved two individuals.

Those truly adept masters of time management effortlessly juggled double-digit commitments with remarkable ease and poise.

How did they accomplish such a feat?

Truly remarkable.

Such prodigies seemed to emerge with such frequency.

Deprived of the luxury to ponder these amazing individuals, Jiang Chen recognized the urgency to return to his seat. He shook his hands dry and briskly made his way toward Shi Qianxi's table, engaged in a race against time to devise a solution for the current stalemate.

Should his efforts prove futile,

he would have no choice but to arrange for Shi Qianxi to return to her room first, awaiting his arrival.

As for how he would navigate the challenges of the night ahead, that was a matter for later consideration.

Choosing the lesser of two evils seemed the most pragmatic approach.

In comparison, Fujiwara Reiki presented a more manageable situation than Shi Qianxi; she was perceived as more "compliant." Thus, it would be simpler to escort Shi Qianxi back to her room and subsequently dismiss Fujiwara Reiki.

Agreed.

That would be the course of action!

With this plan solidified, Jiang Chen proceeded with determination. However, life often surprises us, unfolding in ways contrary to our carefully laid scripts.

The distance between them steadily diminished.

As Jiang Chen, his face still bearing residual moisture, directed his gaze toward Shi Qianxi's table, his steps faltered abruptly, his pupils dilating in shock.

For an instant, he questioned if his eyes were deceiving him.

What had he witnessed?

Fujiwara Reiki, who was supposed to be awaiting his return, was inexplicably seated beside Shi Qianxi.

The two women were engaged in conversation.

This was no hallucination.

They had indeed encountered each other.

Well, how convenient.

No more tiresome back-and-forth journeys would be necessary.

Sensing an observation, Fujiwara Reiki, previously engrossed in conversation with Shi Qianxi, turned her head and noticed Boss Jiang standing a short distance away.

Her gaze was serene, and a faint smile graced her lips.

Jiang Chen, his expression unreadable, tightened his jaw and continued his approach.

"What a surprising coincidence! I hadn't anticipated Director Shi's presence here tonight."

As Jiang Chen neared their table, there was no longer a pressing need for him to hastily assess the unfolding situation, for Fujiwara Reiki, who had seemingly changed seats, spoke with a welcoming smile.

Still lacking sufficient experience, perhaps.

Even though she remained silent on the matter, the flaws in someone's Shadow Clone Technique were quite evident. It was clearly seen through.

Treating a woman as if she were a mere mindless NPC was certainly a miscalculation.

Despite a composed exterior, a tempest was brewing internally. He directed a subtle glance at Shi Qianxi, who displayed no outward signs of discomfort, and inquired, "You two know each other?"

"Jinhai Industry, as a prominent private enterprise within Shen Zhou, enjoys considerable recognition in Japanese business circles. I confess I did not expect the honor of meeting Chairman Shi in such a setting."

Jiang Chen's mind worked at its peak capacity, processing every fragment of information like a parched sponge absorbing moisture.

"Miss Fujiwara, your words are too kind."

One should refrain from confronting someone who offers a smile.

Miss Shi had never harbored favorable sentiments towards the Japanese, particularly after her father's assassination attempt, which only intensified her disdain. However, this particular Japanese individual was not just any Japanese national; thus, Shi Qianxi felt compelled to suppress her personal feelings, engaging gracefully. With a smile, she turned to Jiang Chen, who stood nearby, and asked, "Why did you not inform me of Miss Fujiwara's presence? I would have gladly come over to extend my greetings."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chen immediately extracted crucial information, his gaze subtly shifting towards Fujiwara Reiki.

Although the other party possessed a shrewd intellect and had seen through his initial stratagems, it was evident that Shi Qianxi remained oblivious to the underlying complexities.

Furthermore,

many were aware that the legendary business magnate Shi Zhenhua had narrowly escaped death at the hands of an assailant. However, Shi Qianxi was only privy to the fact that the attack originated from Japanese perpetrators, remaining entirely unaware of Fujiwara Reiki's identity or connection.

Acknowledging this critical detail, Jiang Chen's previously agitated emotions began to subside as he casually took a seat.

"I had no idea you were acquainted."

"Director Shi and I are not precisely acquainted, but that is of no consequence. I took the liberty of introducing myself to her earlier."

Fujiwara Reiki responded with a touch of playful humor, her words both fitting and subtly amusing.

Jiang Chen's eyes found Shi Qianxi's, and as if byDesign, she happened to be looking back.

Their gazes met for a fleeting moment.

The unspoken message within her eyes remained a mystery, but then Jiang Chen heard her say, "It's entirely his fault for not mentioning he knows such an exceptional friend like Miss Fujiwara in Japan. Perhaps he assumed I might feel inadequate in her presence?"

Fujiwara Reiki offered a soft smile, her lips remaining closed, maintaining her composed demeanor while navigating this unfamiliar territory in a foreign land.

"Miss Shi, you must have misunderstood. Jiang Sang didn't mention it because Jiang Sang and I are merely ordinary friends."

A slight tremor ran through the corner of Jiang Chen's eye.

Just as he had suspected.

Even if there was no direct exposure, the sparks had already begun to fly.

"Merely ordinary friends."

Was that supposed to be a justification?

It felt like pure embellishment!

Shi Qianxi's elegant posture faltered for a moment. Then, Jiang Chen felt a piercing, palpable gaze fixated upon his face.

Observing the face that could make even a woman's heart waver, Shi Qianxi subtly parted her lips. She then shifted her gaze back to the face of a certain individual.

"Is that so?"

"It's better to be invited than to stumble upon each other by chance. I will host this meal."

Boss Jiang is truly Boss Jiang; even in this situation, he managed a smile filled with composure, pouring drinks for everyone at the table.

"Thank you, Jiang Sang. I will abstain from drinking tonight."

Not drink?

Then why come here?

Shi Qianxi remained silent, mentally cursing the seductive enchantress. Her existing prejudice against the Japanese was amplified, especially after the subtle provocations embedded in Fujiwara Reiki's words just moments ago.