Song Xi didn't know what had happened. If it wasn't related to Shao Cheng, could something have happened at home?
As she hesitated on how to ask, Ge Baitao wiped her face and said, "It's nothing!"
At this, Song Xi didn't dare to say anything more.
She felt a pang of sympathy and didn't dare to press further, hoping that one day, if Ge Baitao wanted to talk, she would.
Ge Baitao spent a long time in the bathroom giving herself a pep talk.
She was an adult and didn't need to dwell on a night of passion, even if it was her first time.
She vaguely remembered that the person who saved her was handsome, and since she felt no discomfort whatsoever, it must have been enjoyable, not a loss.
She didn't want to be too sentimental about it, after all, she was no longer an innocent little princess who was pampered and doted on.
She had her own company, her own career, and her own goals.
An incident like this wouldn't stop her!
The most pressing matter now was how to stop Lou Yuming from investing, because if it weren't for him, she wouldn't have gone to drown her sorrows in alcohol! Therefore, she wouldn't sign the contract!
She had to find her grandfather and get a clear answer!
"Xi Xi, I have something to take care of, I'm leaving now. I'll talk to you next time."
Ge Baitao quickly got dressed and walked to the door, specifically warning Song Xi, "You must be careful when you're out and about during this time. Stay safe, and have Xiao Mo follow you twenty-four hours a day."
Song Xi thought she was referring to the stand-up comedy show they had seen last time. She was momentarily stunned and nodded, "Oh… okay."
After Song Xi returned to her room, Xiao Mo called, saying she had found a place and sent her a location.
Song Xi looked it up online. The apartment was in a good neighborhood, close to Bai Xi Culture, and it was a loft apartment, perfectly sufficient for one person.
Song Xi was quite pleased. A little while later, Xiao Mo sent videos and photos of the interior. It was a fully furnished apartment, simple and clean.
Song Xi worried about the price, as an apartment in that area with such good decoration would surely have a high monthly rent.
To her surprise, Xiao Mo said, "It's not expensive, Sister Song Xi, only five thousand a month!"
Five thousand!?
Song Xi was shocked. That was the city center. Even a shared apartment wouldn't be that cheap, let alone this kind of loft.
Song Xi worried that Xiao Mo might be scammed, as she was a bit naive.
She made a video call. It rang several times before it was answered.
The moment it connected, the camera panned over the upper body of a man, dressed in a suit, looking refined and elegant. The next second, the camera was hastily shifted back.
Xiao Mo nervously explained, "The agent… that was the agent just now."
Song Xi, having assumed it was an agent, didn't think much of it, only asking with concern, "You're sweating so much on your forehead, are you alright?"
The man in front of her handed over a tissue. Xiao Mo glared at him but still took the tissue and wiped her sweat. "I'm fine, Sister Song Xi. It's just a bit hot today. What do you think of this place? Are you satisfied?"
She was satisfied with the apartment, but the price was so cheap it made her uneasy.
Song Xi cautiously asked, "What's the landlord's name? Have you met him?"
Yao Yifan, standing not far away, shook his head at Xiao Mo.
Xiao Mo stammered, "Not… not yet."
Song Xi said, "Then find a day to have the landlord meet me."
"But…"
Yao Yifan gestured for Xiao Mo to stay silent. Xiao Mo replied listlessly, "...Okay, then I'll look around some more."
After hanging up, Xiao Mo rushed to Yao Yifan, her voice full of righteous indignation, "Why didn't you let me tell the truth?"
Yao Yifan retorted, "What truth?"
"This apartment is yours, you are the landlord!"
Yao Yifan said slowly, "So what if I'm the landlord? Do I have to say it?"
Xiao Mo felt very wronged. If she hadn't been unable to find a suitable place, and if Yao Yifan hadn't suddenly offered to help, she wouldn't have paid him any mind.
Xiao Mo was still angry and didn't want to owe him a favor, but something he said sparked her competitive spirit.
"An excellent assistant doesn't need to worry their boss. Sharing and properly handling the tasks given by the boss is the most basic professional ethics."
Xiao Mo, being straightforward, thought Yao Yifan was talking about her. She was so angry she almost attempted a shoulder throw on him again. She was only spared when Yao Yifan quickly spoke up and offered to help her.