Reborn with Consumption System-Chapter 512 - 236: Sister and Brother

With official business concluded, all that remained was drinking, and the atmosphere suddenly heated up.

Those who can make it to the higher-ups in state-owned enterprises are usually master persuaders when it comes to drinking, adept at small talk and creating a lively vibe.

The stewardesses and the ladies in yoga pants got hyped up after drinking and took it upon themselves to suggest games.

They were quite shrewd, rarely targeting Han Lie but taking any chance they got to pour Guo Qingting another drink.

"Sister, I envy you so much!"

"Yeah, not only are you so beautiful and elegant, but you’re also friends with Mr. Han..."

"Nan Xiang is the epitome of what every girl dreams to be!"

"You’re even more ethereal than Nan Xiang herself, wow, I can’t believe I have the chance to drink with you..."

But it was Guo Qingting, the star, who seemed out of her depth, remaining passive throughout.

She was very polite, however, always saying, "Thank you, but I’m not a good drinker, I can only take a sip."

And then she would indeed take only a sip at a time, never reciprocating a toast.

Han Lie silently observed for a while. He gradually realized his previous estimate might have been overly optimistic. This woman truly wasn’t one for taking the initiative.

No, it wasn’t a lack of skill but a lack of willingness.

She understood how to handle social situations but was unwilling to engage in them.

For example, she would take the initiative to pour a drink for Han Lie at just the right moment, yet she steadfastly refused to step forward and liven up the atmosphere, preferring to remain a quiet observer.

It wasn’t that she had social anxiety, but she definitely had an air of aloofness that made her seem distant, the very embodiment of a goddess.

So, it was time to stoke the flames a bit more...

Han Lie could be certain that her attitude earlier was genuine, yet there was another layer to her that needed to be cracked open; only then could he savor the sweetness within.

A sly smile formed on Teacher Han’s lips as a plan came to mind.

"You don’t often attend drinking parties in Taiwan?"

The scoundrel showed concern by serving her a bowl of soup and asking her.

"Yeah."

The woman, her cheeks faintly flushed, nodded gently, replying with a hint of grievance, "I don’t really like these kinds of gatherings. I seldom drink at normal business banquets either."

Han Lie believed her.

Madam Chen had looked into her, and not a single piece of dirt was found.

The entertainment industry in Taiwan is much messier than on the mainland, so maintaining an unblemished reputation in such an environment suggested her character was truly noble.

Han Lie continued to inquire, "What do you do when you’re not working?"

"Either I travel, spend time with family, or take care of my pets..."

Her eyes softened when she spoke of her pets.

"I’ve adopted over twenty dogs, eight cats, dozens of birds, and a few other small animals like hedgehogs and ducks. They’re all super close to me!"

The rising intonations of Taiwanese girls can sometimes seem affected, but for this woman approaching 30, they came across as naturally tender and playful.

She appeared so much younger than Honey Sister, not just because she wasn’t as busy and exhausted from work.

More importantly, her mindset was contained, harmonious, and self-sufficient.

Without so much internal strain and barely any outward expenditure of energy, her spirit was in good shape, naturally making her appear younger.

"That’s wonderful."

Han Lie smiled gently, suddenly reaching out to tuck a strand of her hair behind her ear. Staring at her, he said, "Sister is a particularly loving person, beautiful outside and even more so inside."

Guo Qingting quickly turned her head away.

She was somewhat overwhelmed by the young man’s subtle, spring-like gentleness.

Being older never equates to being more experienced.

What was so wrong with being older?

Couldn’t an older woman like me be flustered by a younger man’s flirtations?!

Oh no, this is too embarrassing!

Guo Qingting breathed rapidly a few times, her heart both shyly delighted and annoyed at her own weakness. So, she gently bit her lower lip and gave Han Lie a sideways glance.

Goodness, Brother Lie felt a shiver run through him, every hair on his body standing on end.

Her look was flirtatious, filled with an array of charm and allure.

It’s no exaggeration to say that those little glances were even more intoxicating than Yin-Yang Harmony Powder.

At that moment, Brother Lie really wanted to wrap his arms around her waist, pull her into his embrace, hold her tight, and kiss her passionately.

But Master Han held back.

Different girls require different approaches.

Guo Qingting was introverted, quiet, and slow to warm up. He had to simmer her gently over a low flame.

In front of others, he needed to respect her and provide her with a sense of security.

If he were to wrap his arms around her suddenly, it would only shock her out of the flirtatious atmosphere, scare her, and make her withdraw again.

So Han Lie controlled his impulses and discreetly took her hand under the table, his action very gentle, only holding the delicate tips of her fingers.

She trembled all over but didn’t pull away.

Clearly, the timing was just right.

"Sister’s hands are so soft..."

The scoundrel spoke softly, his fingertip gently rubbing against the pad of her index finger, inducing a scalp-tingling sensation.

Guo Qingting bit her lip and remained silent.

She wasn’t a sophisticated and savvy woman adept at such matters. The most she could offer in response was to not withdraw her hand.

But she felt it might not be enough, making her seem dull and inexperienced. So she gave Han Lie another sideways glance.

Sister, stop throwing those sultry looks around! Han Lie thought, sucking in a sharp breath. If I go wild, who’s to blame?

Then, a psychology quiz question popped into his mind.

Question: What does it mean if a girl scolds you, complains about you, seemingly dislikes you, but continues to interact with you and even doesn’t resist physical contact? What should you do?

People often have different responses.

A bootlicker would say: "I’m sorry, don’t be mad. Just tell me what I did wrong, and I’ll change it immediately!"