C64 Seeing the Scumbag Again It Was Actually Zhang Xinrui's Blind Date

"Ms. Zhang, Baolu Restaurant is one of the finest Western dining establishments in Jiangyang City!"

"I've already reserved a table for us!"

"It might be a bit forward for our first meeting. I hope you like it?"

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The man in the suit, with his gold-rimmed glasses, spoke in a gentle tone beside Zhang Xinrui.

Zhang Xinrui remained noncommittal.

Without a word, she continued to walk with a graceful stride.

Yet, the man in the suit showed no sign of impatience, following her with unwavering patience.

Lin Dong inwardly cursed.

He recognized the man; it was the scoundrel Lee Mingshan he had encountered the previous night!

Lin Dong had assisted Zhou Pinru in giving Lee Mingshan a well-deserved lesson.

After a few solid punches to Lee Mingshan's face, the man had coughed up the money he had swindled from Zhou Pinru over the years before being released.

Unexpectedly, Lin Dong had run into him again so soon!

And now, he was pursuing Zhang Xinrui!

Lee Mingshan looked virtually unchanged from the night before.

He must have immediately treated his injuries with ice and skillfully covered any marks with concealer, hence the lack of visible change.

Having been roughed up just last night, and here he was on a date today!

Such was the true nature of a scumbag!

Lin Dong began to suspect that Zhang Xinrui was the new girlfriend Lee Mingshan had boasted about to Zhou Pinru.

Yet, their interaction didn't seem intimate.

Rather, it appeared as if they were meeting for the first time.

Lee Mingshan was probably looking to charm another wealthy girl after repaying Zhou Pinru, and Zhang Xinrui was his new target.

Zhang Xinrui was clad in a sleek black ice silk dress, cinched at the waist with a belt that accentuated her figure.

A crossbody bag hung over her shoulder, and as she moved, her black hair fluttered, revealing her naturally aloof demeanor.

Known for her seriousness at school, Zhang Xinrui's consistent demeanor had become a signature aspect of her lifestyle.

She led the way, with Lee Mingshan keeping up a brisk pace behind her.

As they approached the grand hall, Lin Dong's attention returned from his surroundings.

"Mr. Lin, I've ordered a filet mignon. What would you like?" Han Qingxue's voice rang out.

Lin Dong turned to see Han Qingxue offering an ornate egg to him. The menu boasted a variety of dishes, all with a hefty price tag—most were upwards of sixty or seventy yuan, with quite a few exceeding a hundred.

Clearly, this was no ordinary establishment.

But money was no object for Lin Dong these days. He quickly decided on a filet mignon for himself as well, along with a plate of spaghetti. His only concern when it came to food was to leave the table satisfied.

Once he had made his choices and handed the menu back to Han Qingxue, Zhang Xinrui and Lee Mingshan arrived. Lee Mingshan, ever the gentleman, escorted Zhang Xinrui to their table, which had been reserved well in advance. It was, by sheer coincidence, situated quite close to Lin Dong, though neither of them noticed him.

Lee Mingshan hastened to pull out a chair for Zhang Xinrui, saying, "Ms. Zhang, this spot offers a lovely view of the garden outside. It's a pleasant backdrop for dining and should certainly brighten your mood, especially after a long day of work at the school. It's the perfect setting to unwind a bit!"

He continued to speak with a gentle and even tone, his scholarly demeanor accentuated by his gold-rimmed glasses and smart casual suit. He was the kind of man who generally left a favorable impression on women.

Zhang Xinrui took her seat and replied with courtesy, "Thank you for inviting me to dinner. However, I want to be clear: my presence here is solely out of respect for my aunt, who speaks so highly of you as an outstanding employee at her company. But I must tell you, I'm not ready to consider marriage. I'll cover the cost of this meal, and afterward, we'll part ways."

Lee Mingshan was visibly taken aback.

Nearby, Lin Dong overheard Zhang Xinrui's declaration and couldn't suppress a chuckle. So, Zhang Xinrui was on a blind date, and her suitor was none other than Lee Mingshan—the notorious scoundrel who had abandoned his partner. What an unexpected twist of fate!