Luo Ziling didn’t know, but his casual remark about Wang Feiyang’s "temper" sparked various imaginations among others.
At Ling Ruonan’s wedding, Wang Feiyang’s identity was revealed; everyone learnt that she was Wang Zhengqiang’s daughter.
Wang Feiyang worked under him, and her identity being exposed naturally elevated Luo Ziling’s status.
After all, it was equivalent to having a princess-like status, highlighting the status of those around her.
If Luo Ziling dared to call out to the near-princess Wang Feiyang casually, it showed he was quite impressive.
From Wang Feiyang’s attitude towards Luo Ziling, it was obvious she was chasing him in reverse.
Not only Dong Xiaowan felt this, but others also sensed it.
Wang Feiyang was beautiful, well-bodied, and straightforward, easily appealing to men.
Those around Luo Ziling harbored impure thoughts about Wang Feiyang, mainly lusting after her beauty.
After all, everyone appreciates beauty.
But Wang Feiyang never looked at them favorably, which made them frustrated.
What made them even more frustrated was how Wang Feiyang was very enthusiastic towards Luo Ziling, despite him being cold towards her, she still showed warmth.
This stark contrast made them feel imbalanced.
Why was there such a big difference between people?
But after Ling Ruonan’s wedding, they no longer dared to feel imbalanced.
They could only admire Luo Ziling and look up to him.
Wang Feiyang didn’t really mind others’ gaze, and even though Dong Xiaowan occasionally targeted her, she didn’t take it seriously.
Therefore, after receiving Luo Ziling’s indifferent attitude, she acted nonchalantly.
She simply rolled her eyes at Luo Ziling, and said, "I have something important to discuss with you!"
"Hurry off then, don’t delay important matters!" Cao Jianhui chimed in, standing up and pulling Luo Ziling up, "Having supper is nothing compared to talking with a beauty, get going and don’t play tricks in our presence, it’ll spoil our mood. Come back after talking, so you don’t ruin everyone’s appetite."
Seeing Cao Jianhui help her, Wang Feiyang couldn’t help but smile, and took the chance to stand up, pulling Luo Ziling aside.
Luo Ziling had no choice but to follow Wang Feiyang outside the private room.
Their private room was at the end of the corridor, facing a window, with a storage room next door. Talking in the corridor wouldn’t disturb people from other rooms.
"What do you want to say?" Luo Ziling was a bit displeased with Wang Feiyang’s attitude, and said impatiently, "If there’s something, say it quickly, I’m hungry and want to eat!"
"You promised my dad to have dinner at our place, you haven’t forgotten, have you?" Wang Feiyang said, feeling wronged, "You aren’t looking down on our Wang Family because so many are viewing you differently, are you?"
"You’re overthinking it!"
"I’m not overthinking, I just find you increasingly annoying."
"I should have time in the next two days, my parents are traveling so I have no place for dinner, and my grandfather likes dining with his peers. So unless something special happens, I should make time." Luo Ziling didn’t want to converse long with Wang Feiyang alone, fearing misunderstandings or being photographed together and posted online. "If there’s more to talk about, let’s discuss it over dinner, okay?"
Wang Feiyang, although slightly dissatisfied with Luo Ziling’s impatience, was quite happy knowing he’d come for dinner.
"It’s settled, you arrange the time in the next two days for dinner. I’ll pick you up and we can go together." Wang Feiyang said happily, "I’ll ask my dad which evening he’s available, and contact you then, okay?"
Luo Ziling nodded firmly.
They didn’t say much further and went back to enjoying their night snack.
When they returned for supper, naturally, Cao Jianhui and others teased them a bit, but Luo Ziling didn’t mind.
Wang Feiyang was in a good mood, so she patiently explained a few things to them.
The supper was quite enjoyable.
After supper, Dong Xiaowan wanted to discuss some matters with Luo Ziling.
She mentioned that Luo Ziling hadn’t been handling teaching affairs much lately and she needed to report some things to him.
"We’ll talk tomorrow, I’ll be at school then." Glancing at the time, it was past midnight, so Luo Ziling declined Dong Xiaowan’s suggestion, preparing to sleep.
Dong Xiaowan had no choice but to drop it.
To Luo Ziling’s surprise, Zhu Yijun, who usually accompanied him, wasn’t by his side, but it was now Wuyue.
"Is there another matter?" Luo Ziling was a bit surprised seeing Wuyue approach.
Wuyue came up to Luo Ziling and whispered, "As per your instructions, Jin Yan has been released!"
"Let’s talk in the car!" Luo Ziling pointed to a car parked to the side.
Wuyue nodded in agreement.
Once in the car, Wuyue drove towards the villa with Luo Ziling.
Luo Ziling decided to return to the villa to sleep so as not to leave it empty.
On the way back, Wuyue discussed the follow-up arrangements with Luo Ziling.
She informed him that Jin Yan had been released as per his directive and let her go home.
Wu Weihua was still detained, but if nothing unexpected happened, he’d be released the next morning.
"I’m not sure if we can control them completely, but whatever the outcome, it poses little risk to us. If things get exposed, it would only be awkward for Ling Zhengping!" Luo Ziling smilingly told Wuyue, "So there’s no need to worry too much."
"It’s likely that neither of them has ties with Hu Jianbo." Wuyue nodded then shared the rest of her findings, "There’s a strong suspicion that Hu Jianbo is also Ling Zhengping’s person, but he has no direct contact with Jin Yan or Wu Weihua. From my analysis, it seems they are people on separate lines, unaware of each other’s situations. Hu Jianbo might report directly to Ling Zhengping."
Luo Ziling nodded, acknowledging Wuyue’s analysis.
With nothing more to add, Wuyue dropped Luo Ziling off at the villa and went on her way to rest.
What surprised Luo Ziling was that early the next morning, Chen Qiaoyu called on him, saying she had some matters to discuss.
Chen Qiaoyu called Luo Ziling early.
As Luo Ziling just woke for morning exercise, even before seven o’clock, she phoned him.
"Ziling, are you up?" Chen Qiaoyu’s voice sounded a bit sheepish.
"I’m up, doing morning exercises." Luo Ziling politely responded, "Aunt Chen, you’re up early too?"
"Yes, Qingyin is still sleeping in, but I’m older, so I wake up early every day." Chen Qiaoyu quickly stated her reason for calling Luo Ziling, "If convenient, I’d like to come by to discuss something. It was inconvenient with Qingyin around yesterday night!"
"Sure!" Luo Ziling agreed immediately and asked where would be convenient to meet Chen Qiaoyu.
Upon learning Luo Ziling resided at Ling Ruonan’s villa, Chen Qiaoyu suggested coming over there to talk.
After some thought, Luo Ziling didn’t refuse.