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Chapter 337: 339: The Parents of He Tingting
Chapter 337: 339: The Parents of He Tingting
Chapter 337: Chapter 339: The Parents of He Tingting
Qin Hao winced at the words, “Mr. He, haven’t you found a boyfriend yet?”
He Tingting replied irritably, “Do you think finding a boyfriend is that simple? Didn’t we agree that I would accept your offer to be a software development engineer at your company, and you’d help me fend off some of the pressure?”
Qin Hao said, “Mr. He, there has to be a deadline for this, right? I can’t always be your shield.”
He Tingting responded, “There are people who want to be my shield, and I’m not even pleased about it. Don’t act all coy now that it’s convenient for you.”
After discussing the location, Qin Hao hung up the phone.
After eating, Qin Hao left the villa to find Zhao Yuying walking her dog outside. She greeted him with a smile, “Morning, Xiao Hao.”
Qin Hao replied, “Morning, Ying, no schedule for today?”
Zhao Yuying said, “Just finished a TV series and now just waiting for your company’s advertisement. After that, we need to go to Shuinan Province and Nangui Province to shoot the next TV series.”
Qin Hao nodded, “It’s like you’re on a tour, that’s nice.”
Zhao Yuying pursed her lips, “What’s nice about constantly traveling?”
Qin Hao chuckled awkwardly, “I’ve got to go, if you’re free go chat with Meng.”
“Hmm, sure,” Zhao Yuying nodded.
Qin Hao drove to Wanhao Square as He Tingting had mentioned, one of the largest squares in Jianghai City.
The developers behind it were also the developers of Haoting Sea View Villa District.
Qin Hao parked his car and went to the south entrance of the mall, where he saw He Tingting standing.
He approached He Tingting and asked apprehensively, “Mr. He, we won’t be seen, right?”
He Tingting assured, “Just act natural and not too intimate; even if someone sees us, you can just say I’m your adopted sister, and you’re my adopted brother.”
“Alright,” Qin Hao nodded and then entered the mall with He Tingting.
He Tingting first went to the clothing section, picked out a few garments for herself, and then selected two outfits for Qin Hao as well.
In the end, Qin Hao tried on the clothes and, feeling somewhat embarrassed, paid for them.
Later, He Tingting bought some jewelry, and Qin Hao paid for those as well.
He Tingting said, “I can handle it myself.”
Qin Hao laughed, “No problem, we can deduct it from your salary later.”
Upon hearing this, He Tingting rolled her eyes, thinking, “A billionaire boss and yet so miserly?”
Afterward, Qin Hao bought some fruit, and then he left the mall with He Tingting.
Back in the car, Qin Hao drove towards He Tingting’s residential complex.
She lived in a high-end community. He parked the car neatly, and the two got out, Qin Hao carrying the purchases.
He Tingting hooked her arms through his, causing Qin Hao to look a bit embarrassed.
Once inside the building, they took the elevator. He Tingting pressed the button for the 18th floor, and luckily, there was no one else inside the elevator.
She said, “When we get to my place, don’t blow our cover, or I’m done for.”
Qin Hao took a deep breath and nodded, “Yeah, okay, I got it, Mr. He.”
Upon seeing his expression, He Tingting said, “Don’t be nervous, you’re a big company CEO, after all. Shouldn’t your composure be better than this?”
Qin Hao looked down at her and said, “I don’t want to be nervous, Mr. He.”
He Tingting, catching his gaze, blushed slightly, “You’re getting a bargain this time.”
The elevator soon reached the 18th floor. They got out, and He Tingting headed to apartment 1802.
After ringing the doorbell, it was only a few seconds before He Qizhi opened the door, “Xiao Hao’s here, come on in.”
Qin Hao and He Tingting entered, with He Tingting still clinging to Qin Hao’s arm.
Two middle-aged women and a young woman were sitting in the living room.
The young woman was very pretty, her features and figure barely losing out to He Tingting.
He Tingting looked at the person in confusion and said, “When did Auntie and Shanshan come?”
He Tingting’s mother, Ding Man, said with a smile, “Your aunt heard that you were bringing your boyfriend over and insisted on coming to see him with Shanshan. This must be Xiao Hao, right?”
He Tingting introduced Qin Hao, “Xiao Hao, this is my mom, this my aunt, and this is my cousin Ding Shanshan.”
Qin Hao said with a smile, “Hello, Auntie, hello Auntie-in-law, hello Shanshan.”
He Qizhi spoke up, “Xiao Hao, take a seat. There’s no need to buy anything, we have everything at home, don’t buy anything next time.”
Qin Hao replied with a smile, “It’s okay, Mr. He, eating more fruit is good for the health.”
After speaking, he sat down on the sofa, right next to Ding Shanshan.
He Tingting said with a hint of irritation, “Move over there a bit.” Then she sat down beside Qin Hao.
Ding Man started asking, “Is work at the company busy?”
Qin Hao said, “The company affairs are managed by others, I generally don’t have much to do. As the boss, I just need to point them in the right direction, and they take care of the specifics.”
Ding Man nodded with a smile, her first impression of Qin Hao was quite favorable.
However, he did seem a bit young, and the age gap between them was somewhat large.
After all, He Tingting was already twenty-seven, while Qin Hao was only nineteen.
Even though He Tingting looked somewhat young, the age difference was still evident.
He Tingting’s Aunt Tan Jing asked curiously, “Xiao Hao, you’re so young and already running a company as the CEO? What kind of company is it?”
“Jiangshan Roasted Duck Company,” Qin Hao replied with a smile.
Ding Shanshan exclaimed in surprise, “You own Jiangshan Roasted Duck? I’ve tried the roasted duck, duck neck, duck wings, duck heads, and even the duck intestines at your place, and they are really delicious. Can I get some for free next time if I mention your name?”
Now, the Jiangshan Roasted Duck outlets were almost ubiquitous throughout half of Jianghai City, with a very high level of recognition.
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Tan Jing gave her own daughter a stern look, “Would it kill you to talk less?”
Qin Hao laughed and responded, “Mentioning my name probably won’t work, as many people know that I own Jiangshan Roasted Duck Company.
If everyone used my name to eat for free, the company would be ruined. However, what you said has given me an idea. The company could create some VIP cards. I’ll give you an exclusive free VIP card when they’re ready.”
Though he was young, he was very adept at handling situations, and his response satisfied Ding Man.
Ding Man continued to ask, “Who else is in your family, Xiao Hao? Are your parents in Jianghai City?”
Qin Hao replied, “It’s just me at home. My parents are in Jiangshan City, but I plan to have them move over here in a few days.”
He didn’t dare to mention that his parents were coming over that afternoon. What if He Tingting’s parents wanted to meet his own? Wouldn’t that be counterproductive?
He Tingting’s mother asked him many questions, as this was concerning her daughter’s lifelong happiness, which couldn’t be taken lightly.
As an aunt, Tan Jing listened and occasionally asked a question or two.
Ding Shanshan’s eyes had been fixed on Qin Hao the whole time, making him feel a bit uncomfortable.
Could it be she’s never seen someone as handsome as me?
Latter, He Tingting’s mother and aunt went to the kitchen to prepare the meal, while He Qizhi went out to buy some things.
In the living room, Qin Hao, He Tingting, and Ding Shanshan remained seated there.
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