CHAPTER 490: CHAPTER 365: BARBECUE BY THE SEA_2

At first, Huang Qin didn’t notice Li Jing’s gaze, only when she was about to sit back down did she suddenly realize he was staring at her chest.

Her expression changed slightly, then she lightly snapped, coquettishly:

"President Li, do you always stare at women so blatantly?"

Li Jing was caught red-handed, yet he didn’t feel embarrassed at all, just smiled and said:

"I only tend to stare at beautiful women anyway. Besides, eating barbecue, drinking beer, and watching beauties together is the ultimate enjoyment."

Faced with Li Jing’s seemingly frivolous excuse, Huang Qin didn’t actually get angry. She just instinctively raised her hand to pull up the neckline, which had been low, a subtle move yet conveying a bit of unease.

Apparently, she still wasn’t quite used to being stared at so openly.

However, having known Li Jing and having been helped by him today, she didn’t genuinely get angry.

If it were another man looking at her so unabashedly, talking without restraint or any apology, she would certainly feel discontent.

Li Jing keenly noticed this subtle motion, and he understood that although Huang Qin seemed warm and proactive, she actually had a higher standard than many women.

He restrained his gaze, no longer looking at her, turning instead to enjoy the barbecue in front of him.

By this time, the night had deepened, and a gentle sea breeze softly brushed their faces, carrying the unique salty moisture of the ocean.

On the barbecue grill, food sizzled with oil, the rising steam filled the air, mingling with the spices and aroma of meat, making one’s mouth water.

The beer bottles on the table were neatly arranged, glinting under the light.

This scene was particularly refreshing and pleasant, with good food and beautiful scenery, accompanied by a beauty like Huang Qin.

Huang Qin not only had high emotional intelligence but could skillfully guide the conversation so the atmosphere never got awkward.

Moreover, her elegant demeanor and every move exuded the charm of a mature woman, making Li Jing feel this barbecue was particularly enjoyable, a rare moment of leisure in recent days.

Time slipped away quietly, two or three hours passed in the blink of an eye, and before they knew it, it was late at night.

The originally bustling hotel lobby and other dining areas gradually emptied, leaving only three or four tables still occupied.

Huang Qin and Li Jing were also already full, the empty beer cans were stacked in layers on the table, numbering more than a dozen.

It must be said that Huang Qin’s drinking capacity was truly impressive; they both drank six or seven bottles of beer.

Li Jing managed to hold his own, but for the average person, they’d probably be drunk by now.

At this point, Huang Qin’s face was only slightly flushed, her eyes carried a hint of daze, but judging from her demeanor, she was obviously still quite sober, showing no signs of being drunk.

She looked at Li Jing, smiling, her voice carrying a touch of post-drink laziness: "President Li, you hold your liquor well, being able to drink to our hearts’ content with you today was a joy. Thank you once again for your help."

Saying this, she picked up another bottle of beer, skillfully opened it, and poured the beer into her glass.

Li Jing looked at her slightly tipsy appearance, feeling a bit concerned, smiling as he advised:

"You’ve already drunk so much, maybe you should stop."

Huang Qin gently shook her head, her hair swaying slightly with the motion, adding a hint of allure:

"President Li, you don’t know how important today’s project is to our company. Your help is an enormous favor, I can’t promise anything else, but I must accompany you with the drinks tonight."

With that, she raised the glass, tilted her head back, and drank it all in one go.

In her slightly intoxicated state, Huang Qin exuded even more of the unique charm of a mature woman.

Her cheeks were rosy, as if stained by the evening’s glow, her lips slightly moist from the drink, glistening invitingly.

Her eyes carried a tenderness and relaxation rarely seen in her everyday demeanor, her long eyelashes fluttering softly with each blink.

Because of drinking, her collar had slipped down again, revealing the fair snow-like fullness that, under the light, seemed to emit a gentle halo, inviting imagination.

After settling the bill, the two of them didn’t hurry back to the hotel.

Huang Qin slightly tilted her head back, her gaze directed at the beach shrouded in night, softly suggesting:

"After eating barbecue, I always like to walk on this seaside beach. That feeling is especially wonderful. Would you like to take a walk?"

Li Jing looked at the gentle smile on Huang Qin’s face, feeling a special emotion stirring within him. Without hesitation, he nodded and agreed.

Huang Qin bent down, skillfully untied her shoelaces, slowly took off her shoes, and gently placed her tender feet on the soft sand, each step like whispering intimately with the beach.

Li Jing quietly followed by her side, the sea breeze occasionally brushing past, carrying the faint scent of Huang Qin’s perfume mixed with a subtle alcoholic aroma.

This unique scent lingered at Li Jing’s nose, making him somewhat enchanted.

At this moment, the sky was speckled with stars, like jewels embedded in black silk, casting a cold yet gentle glow, covering the whole beach with a thin veil of silver white.

The waves gently lapped the shore, making a pleasant sound, as if playing a soft nocturne.

Huang Qin’s figure appeared particularly enchanting in this nightscape, her long hair fluttered in the wind, strands occasionally brushing her cheeks, highlighting her delicate features.

The moonlight bathed her, outlining her graceful silhouette, and Li Jing couldn’t help but be drawn in by her.

He enjoyed the beautiful scene before him, filled with a sense of ease and relaxation.