Meng Zhuqing, though unwilling, finished the glass of red wine in one gulp.
Instantly, a blush spread across Meng Zhuqing's charming face, making her appear even more captivating.
"Gulp."
The man couldn't help but swallow.
His gaze towards Meng Zhuqing was filled with desire.
However, the man quickly masked the desire in his eyes, picked up the red wine, and poured Meng Zhuqing another glass.
As the man's finger moved, a small, wine-red particle dropped into Meng Zhuqing's wine glass.
Because the small particle was also wine-red, Meng Zhuqing didn't notice anything amiss.
Meng Zhuqing spoke, "Young Master Wu, when will the port release the goods? If they continue to detain them, our auction house will likely be in breach of contract."
"Hehehe."
The man chuckled and said, "Miss Meng, don't worry. After this meal, everything will be fine."
As he spoke, the man eagerly raised his wine glass.
Meng Zhuqing also raised her glass, "I hope, as Young Master Wu says, that after this meal, the matter can be resolved."
"No problem. After this meal, we'll be like family. Your matters will be my matters!" The man's eyes were filled with excitement as he saw Meng Zhuqing drink this glass of wine.
Meng Zhuqing naturally noticed the man's gaze, but she didn't pay it any mind.
After all, she was born with a naturally alluring disposition, and many people looked at her with such eyes.
"Bang!"
However, at this moment, the tightly shut private room door was suddenly kicked open.
"Miss Meng, don't drink!" At the same time, a voice rang out from the doorway.
The sudden scene caused Meng Zhuqing and the man in the room to tremble, both startled.
When the man regained his senses and saw who had entered, his face instantly turned cold.
"Kid, it's you?"
The man recognized the figure who had barged in. It was Chen Mo, who had been sitting in the lounge eating pasta earlier!
"Mr. Chen?" Meng Zhuqing was somewhat surprised.
She hadn't expected Chen Mo to suddenly rush in, let alone shout at her not to drink.
Chen Mo's gaze was fixed on Meng Zhuqing's wine glass.
When he saw that Meng Zhuqing's wine glass was already empty, his expression darkened.
He quickly stepped forward to Meng Zhuqing's side, snatched her wine glass, and brought it to his nose to smell.
Chen Mo had inherited the divine doctor's legacy from his ancestor, so he could immediately smell a stimulating scent within.
Although it was faint, Chen Mo could still detect it.
"Mr. Chen, what exactly happened?" Meng Zhuqing asked.
"Miss Meng, you know each other?"
Before Chen Mo could answer, the man asked coldly.
"Mr. Chen is a VIP client of mine," Meng Zhuqing replied.
The man, however, said with a sullen face, "Miss Meng, you must understand how important today's discussion is for the Galen Auction House. Do you think it's appropriate to have others present?"
It was clear that the man wanted Chen Mo to leave.
Meng Zhuqing frowned slightly, "Young Master Wu, I've already said, Mr. Chen is a VIP of our Galen Auction House."
"Hmph, a VIP, is he? Miss Meng, you should think carefully," the man sneered, sitting back in his chair, crossing his legs with an air of disdain.
Meng Zhuqing naturally understood the threat in the man's tone.
In the end, she could only look at Chen Mo and say, "Mr. Chen, perhaps you could wait for me outside for a moment?"
Chen Mo, however, said, "I can leave, but you must leave with me."
Meng Zhuqing was taken aback.
She hadn't expected Chen Mo to be so direct, saying such things in front of her.
"Kid, you're overthinking it. Miss Meng will definitely not go with you today!" the man said coldly.
"You hypocritical beast, what did you give Miss Meng to drink? Don't think I don't know. If you continue to block Miss Meng from leaving, I guarantee I'll make today's events public! Don't forget, the lounge also has surveillance!"
Chen Mo's words caused the man's pupils to contract sharply.
"What nonsense are you spouting? I don't understand. Kid, I advise you to leave now, or you'll face the consequences!" The man's face was extremely unpleasant, and a strong killing intent flashed in his eyes.
Chen Mo sneered, "Face the consequences? I think you should consider your own consequences! I believe Young Master Wu wouldn't want tomorrow's headlines to be filled with rumors about your hypocritical, beastly behavior, would he?"
"You!"
The man's face turned ashen, as if he had eaten ten pounds of rat droppings.
At this moment, the man was clearly intimidated by Chen Mo's words!
Chen Mo ignored the man and looked at Meng Zhuqing beside him.
Meng Zhuqing's eyes appeared somewhat dazed, her legs went weak, and she directly collapsed into Chen Mo's arms.
With the fragrant softness in his embrace, Chen Mo's heart trembled.
Seeing his plans thwarted by Chen Mo, the man wished he could tear Chen Mo to pieces.
"Miss Meng, I'll take you away." Saying this, Chen Mo supported the almost unconscious Meng Zhuqing and left the private room.
Meng Zhuqing nodded gently, then leaned into Chen Mo's embrace and fell asleep.
Chen Mo didn't notice that as Meng Zhuqing closed her beautiful eyes, a smile curved her lips.
Carrying the unconscious Meng Zhuqing, Chen Mo left the private room.
Then, he directly took Meng Zhuqing to the hotel behind them.
He had already asked the restaurant manager to book him a room, and he carried Meng Zhuqing directly to the guest room.
He placed Meng Zhuqing on the soft bed.
Chen Mo sighed, "Alas, it's fortunate I arrived here today, otherwise, your innocence would have been lost."
As he spoke, Chen Mo took out a few silver needles and inserted them into several of Meng Zhuqing's acupoints.
Instantly, a stream of wine vapor flowed out along the silver needles.
It also formed drops of dew, falling onto the ground.
After about half an hour, Meng Zhuqing, who had been unconscious, slowly opened her eyes.
"Ah!"
Seeing herself lying on the bed, with her clothes somewhat disheveled, Meng Zhuqing let out a scream.
Her charming face showed a hint of panic.
However, when she saw Chen Mo beside her, Meng Zhuqing finally breathed a long sigh of relief.
She chided, "You naughty little brother, it's fortunate it was you. If it were anyone else, I would have wanted to die."
Chen Mo looked bewildered. Seeing Meng Zhuqing's unbuttoned collar and messy clothes, he quickly explained, "Miss Zhuqing, you've misunderstood. I was giving you acupuncture just now, which is why I unbuttoned two buttons."
Meng Zhuqing's head was still a bit dizzy. She sat up with effort, hooked her arms around Chen Mo's neck, and whispered, "What are you explaining? Anyway, I'm willing to let you see."
"Gulp."
Chen Mo couldn't help but swallow.
However, reason still triumphed over desire. He quickly pushed Meng Zhuqing away and stood up, "Miss Zhuqing, I have something to attend to, so I'll be returning to the hospital."
With that, the flustered Chen Mo prepared to leave.