After Su Zihao left, Su Weiwei said with a hint of apology, "I'm sorry!"
"That guy is my cousin, Su Zihao. He's been spoiled by our family since he was young, always arrogant and looking down on others. It seems it was his fate to encounter you today."
She thought about Bai Zihe making a move against Qin Yuntian previously.
Bai Zihe breaking Su Zihao's finger was already considered showing mercy.
Qin Yuntian's situation was truly miserable!
Su Weiwei changed the subject and said, "Sir, you must have a reason for coming to Su Group!"
"I am the CEO of Su Group, and I am willing to serve you!"
"Let's go to my office to discuss it!"
Led by Su Weiwei, Bai Zihe arrived at the CEO's office.
Su Weiwei asked curiously, "You left in such a hurry last time that I didn't even get to ask your name!"
"Bai Zihe," Bai Zihe replied.
"Mr. Bai, I will never forget the life-saving grace you showed me," Su Weiwei said.
Su Weiwei stood up and bowed, "I'll personally brew a pot of tea to show my gratitude."
Bai Zihe did not refuse.
Su Weiwei began to wash the tea leaves and brew the tea, following the procedures of the tea ceremony. Finally, she presented a cup of tea.
"Mr. Bai, please taste it!" she said, sitting down opposite Bai Zihe with a look of anticipation on her face.
Su Weiwei was a master at brewing tea.
On weekdays, besides being busy at the company, she spent half of her remaining time studying the tea ceremony and was considered a prominent figure in this field.
By offering this tea to Bai Zihe, she also intended for him to appraise it.
Bai Zihe smiled slightly and picked up the teacup.
Three shakes, three sways, three twists.
He observed the color, sniffed the aroma, and savored the fragrance.
Seeing his skilled movements and effortless tea tasting techniques, Su Weiwei was immediately awed and sat up straight.
She hadn't expected Bai Zihe to be a tea master as well!
Su Weiwei knew many people who considered themselves tea masters, but Bai Zihe's few movements surpassed ninety percent of them. It would take at least three to five years to learn such skills!
Even if they knew the movements, they would only have the form, not the spirit, and would end up looking like a dog trying to impersonate a tiger, making a fool of themselves.
Su Weiwei suppressed her pride and waited for Bai Zihe's appraisal.
Bai Zihe lifted the cup, closed his eyes, took a gentle sip, and then slowly put it down.
"How was it?" Su Weiwei asked eagerly.
"The tea has a bright orange-red hue, a fragrant aroma like orchids, a full and pure taste, and a poetic roundness. The aftertaste is mellow and leaves a lingering fragrance on the palate, full of charm."
Bai Zihe praised truthfully, "It's good. It truly is excellent tea!"
"Really?"
Su Weiwei's eyes sparkled.
She had received many compliments before.
Some people had even showered her with effusive praise, ten times more pleasant than Bai Zihe's words.
However, Bai Zihe's current compliment still made her feel elated.
"Of course, it's true."
Bai Zihe nodded and then added, "However... you've put a lot of effort into brewing this tea, but there's still plenty of room for improvement."
"For example, this black tea..."
"Good black tea strives for 'cold-induced cloudiness and a universe within the stomach.'"
"While this tea is mellow in taste and leaves a fragrance on the palate, it lacks a certain resonance as it goes down the throat."
"Overall,"
"Compared to my elder martial aunts, there is still a significant gap. Your tea art needs further refinement!"
Bai Zihe spoke his mind.
Su Weiwei's bright eyes immediately dimmed.
However, she was brave enough to face her shortcomings and asked, "Your elder martial aunts, I don't recall you mentioning them before."
"Are they in Suhang? Where do they live?"
"I'd like to visit them when I have the time and ask for their guidance on tea brewing!"
Bai Zihe shook his head, "My elder martial aunts... they are used to a carefree life, so you probably won't be able to find them."
Su Weiwei knew Bai Zihe didn't want to tell her and felt a pang of disappointment, having to abandon the idea.
"Right, let's talk about business!"
Su Weiwei suddenly remembered that she had kept Bai Zihe waiting for a long time.
"I need a ticket for tonight's auction," Bai Zihe said directly.
"This..."
Su Weiwei frowned slightly and said, "The tickets on the market are all sold out."
"However..."
"I can use my authority as CEO of Su Group to arrange a VIP ticket for you!"
Just as she finished speaking,
a mocking voice interjected, "Su Weiwei, you can't do that!"
A group of people barged into the office. Leading them was Su Zihao, who had just been disciplined by Bai Zihe. His finger was now bandaged.
Behind him were Su Wenqiang and other high-ranking executives of Su Group.