Chapter 372: I Miss You
At this moment, Chen Jianhai had no idea that he was already on the suspect list of the People's Guards. He was still happily chatting away with the man in the tank top, strolling around the police district buildings at Jellyfish Lake.
They walked around confirming if there were any supplementary measures needed.
After hanging up the phone,
In the office of the People's Guard branch on the island, Ling Xiao and Zhen Lengchang sat together.
"Are you being too sensitive? Chen Jianhai is just a private entrepreneur, probably just a bit loose-lipped. He can't have a shady identity," Ling Xiao said to his partner.
Zhen Lengchang responded coldly, "It's better to be safe. We can't overlook any risks or miss any potential threats."
"If he has a clean identity, then fine."
"But if there's really an issue, I'll show him my brand new rose gold handcuffs!"
...
Even though they reported their suspicions about Chen Jianhai to the city, the process of investigating and verifying his identity required a series of approval procedures.
They couldn't just investigate at will.
However, before the report reached the director, it was sent back by the captain.
"Nonsense!"
"Before the marathon event on the island, the propaganda office had already checked the backgrounds of Chen Jianhai and the Lang Ai Hotel!"
"If he really had a shady identity, how could he be allowed to host such a major event?"
With the captain's scolding, the investigation ended up like a grain of sand falling into the sea,
Not even a ripple was stirred before it was overturned by a wave.
...
It was already past 8 PM when Chen Jianhai returned to the hotel.
Lying on the bed, he looked at the chair beside him.
The Golden Jellyfish Lake was about to be unveiled.
But he felt a sense of regret, as if something he had been longing for was not by his side.
Feeling empty and somewhat uncomfortable,
He gently traced the back of the chair with his hand, as if he were stroking the hair of the girl who used to sit there.
Ah... crazy!
Chen Jianhai suddenly sat up,
Raising his head as if he could see the mischievous woman leaning against the wall, biting a hair tie and tying her hair into a ponytail, smiling at him with a mischievous look.
"Why did I let her go back then!"
Chen Jianhai scratched his head in frustration.
Rui Keya was doing fine, so what was wrong with letting Wen Zifan stay on the island for a few more days!
So annoying!
Although Chen Jianhai thought this,
He also knew that with the opening of the cactus rehabilitation center, the development of the Golden Jellyfish Lake, and the daily management and services of Lang Ai Hotel continuously advancing,
The hotel had too many procedures and processes that needed to coordinate with associations, major travel agencies, and the government.
Lang Ai Hotel and Nanjiang really couldn't do without Wen Zifan.
Asking her to come was truly unrealistic.
"I should have just hired Cui Meng back then!"
Chen Jianhai fell back onto the bed, sulking with himself.
Knock knock knock.
A loud knock on the door, sounding like raindrops on banana leaves, could only be Xiao Lang.
"What do you want!"
Chen Jianhai opened the door irritably, asking impatiently.
"Why are you so angry?!" Xiao Lang was startled, not knowing what had suddenly gotten into Chen Jianhai.
"What is it!" Chen Jianhai asked with a dark face, really not in the mood to play with Xiao Lang.
Seeing Chen Jianhai like this, Xiao Lang said directly, "Tomorrow, I'm taking a boat back to Nanjiang. Are you coming?"
Chen Jianhai was surprised, "You're staying here just fine, why do you suddenly want to go back to Nanjiang?"
Xiao Lang replied, "I've been feeling uneasy on the island these past few days."
"I don't know what's been happening in the barbecue market in Nanjiang while I've been here."
"Not only do I not know if any new shops have opened, but I also don't know if they've developed any new barbecue dishes or specialties. I want to go back and see."
Xiao Lang said seriously.
The food market can be easy yet difficult.
There's intense competition, numerous participants, and constant innovation in taste and ideas.
A moment of negligence and laziness could result in being left far behind by the market.
To survive, one must constantly be vigilant, study the market, and innovate.
Chen Jianhai frowned slightly.
After the beer festival, Xiao Lang had indeed been resting on the island for quite a while, so it was understandable that he wanted to go back.
Xiao Lang continued, "I also told Han Ke about some shops selling imitation branded clothes. They're cheap and good. I'll take him to Nanjiang to see them tomorrow."
Saying this,
Xiao Lang glanced at Chen Jianhai and said,
"You might as well come back with me."
No.
Just as Chen Jianhai was about to refuse, he suddenly thought of something, his eyes lit up.
"Alright!" Chen Jianhai agreed without hesitation, "We'll go together tomorrow!"
Early the next morning,
Standing on the luxurious cruise ship Ocean Star, Chen Jianhai's face showed a trace of barely noticeable hope and excitement.
Behind him, Xiao Lang was hugging Han Ke, boasting, and the two were chatting happily.
After getting off the ship,
They went their separate ways. Chen Jianhai took the Lang Ai shuttle bus directly back to the hotel.
"Hello, boss!"
"Welcome back, boss!"
"Boss!"
The enthusiastic greetings of the employees came.
After responding to each greeting, Chen Jianhai's legs instinctively carried him directly to the assistant's office.
Just as he was about to knock,
Chen Jianhai suddenly paused,
Seeing Wen Zifan sitting at the desk, looking through documents, the sunlight casting a bright and gentle glow on her profile, revealing the fine hair on her face.
She held a pen, occasionally making notes and revisions on the paper, the pen tip twirling in her hand like a fairy dancing in mid-air, gentle and serene.
Chen Jianhai stood quietly outside, watching Wen Zifan working diligently.
He had seen many sides of Wen Zifan.
He had seen her competent side, arranging everything in perfect order,
He had seen her confident side, wearing professional attire and high heels,
He had seen her caring side, wearing ordinary clothes and looking after him until she fell asleep by his bed,
...
But this was the first time he saw Wen Zifan quietly working hard, progressing earnestly.
When those amber eyes focused on her career, Wen Zifan seemed to be glowing,
That light was more dazzling than at any other time, and once seen, it was hard to look away.
Sensing someone outside,
Wen Zifan looked up,
Her amber eyes met Chen Jianhai's.
Their eyes locked.
Wen Zifan's expression shifted from shock to disbelief, from surprise to joy,
Then she smiled gracefully, with an unprecedented charm in her eyes,
She stood up, and with a firm yet excited pace, walked towards Chen Jianhai,
At that moment,
The sound of her high heels was the most melodious rhythm in the world, each step seemingly in sync with Chen Jianhai's heartbeat.
Opening the door,
Wen Zifan's tone was cheerful,
"Boss, why did you suddenly come back? Is there something at the hotel?"
Chen Jianhai gazed into her gentle amber eyes,
No,
I just missed you.