Two days later.
Qi Jianyi adjusted a few strands of hair in her rearview mirror, smoothing them down with meticulous care. She had just arrived at the He family mansion for Grandpa He's birthday banquet, her heart oddly steady despite the flutter of nerves stirring beneath the surface.
Two days ago, she had promised everyone that she would return and stay in the capital. And she had kept her word. For the past two days, Qi Jianyi had gone to Miss Qi's residence in City A—not to linger, but simply to sort things out.
She had taken a look around, packed up the belongings and documents connected to Miss Qi's publishing company, and left the rest untouched. With everything she needed in hand, she rushed back to the capital without delay.
Before she left for City A, He Zeqing had made a promise. He assured her that no matter what, Song Chengfeng would attend the banquet. That promise had weighed on her thoughts the entire time.
