Looking back, Tang Li had a hint of surprise in her eyes.
The person who came was none other than her friend Gu Dali. They were both from the mountain town of Shapingba. They were about the same age and both were professional chess players.
Therefore, they have a good relationship in private.
Gu Dali laughed and was about to say something, but when he saw Li Jie turning around, he was stunned for a moment.
He knew the rumors in the circle, and not only that, he also knew that Tang Li helped organize the qualification for 'Gao Qiang'.
However, he had asked Tang Li privately before what the relationship between the two was.
At that time, Tang Li just replied that the two were just friends.
But now it seems that the two of them are not as simple as friends.
As far as he knew, Tang Li was out of town yesterday, but she showed up in Yanjing today. She came back this time mostly to pick up 'Gao Qiang'.
If they are just ordinary friends, this is not necessary at all.
"Gao Qiang, you are here too."
Although Gu Dali and Li Jie are not very familiar with each other and have only met a few times, they are from the Go circle after all, and the other party also entered the Samsung Cup finals this year, so it is normal for them to be enthusiastic when they meet.
"Hello, Teacher Gu, I didn't expect to meet you here."
"No, don't call me Teacher Gu."
Gu Dali waved his hand: "Just call me Dali."
It's a bit weird to call him teacher or something like that. Although he is a senior, they are all the same age, so there is no need to be so polite.
Tang Li on the side smiled and asked: "Dali, why are you here today?"
"Oh, a friend of the teacher's came to Yanjing today."
Gu Dali laughed and said bluntly: "The teacher asked me to come over today to accompany the guests."
"Mr. Nie is here too?"
Gu Dali was a disciple of the famous chess player Nie Dapao. When Tang Li heard that Nie Dapao was also in Da Dong, Tang Li felt it was a bit of a coincidence.
"Here I am."
Gu Dali nodded and asked: "You are here for dinner today too? How many people are there? If it's just the two of you, why not come together?"
After saying this, Gu Dali seemed to feel that it was a little too presumptuous, so he quickly explained.
"It's like this. The guest the teacher invited today is also from the Go circle."
"never mind."
Tang Li shook her head: "We came here with other people today."
While they were talking, Lu Tao and others had already walked over from the parking lot. Seeing 'Qiangzi' standing at the door chatting with others, everyone stopped unconsciously.
"Qiangzi, have you met a friend?"
Lu Tao invited with a smile: "Why don't you ask your friend to come with us?"
Today, the money in Lu Tao's pocket is no longer what it used to be. Money is a man's courage. With money in his pocket, he will naturally have more confidence to speak.
Li Jie waved his hand: "No need, Teacher Gu also has an appointment today."
On the other side, Gu Dali looked at Lu Tao and the others without leaving any trace, and then he quietly looked at Tang Li and Li Jie.
Until now, he has somewhat come back to his senses.
These people are obviously friends of 'Gao Qiang'.
Tang Li was able to go out to dinner with Gao Qiang's friends. The affairs between her and Gao Qiang were probably the same as the rumors.
However, Gu Dali didn't have any special feelings about this matter.
Although he and Tang Li were from the same hometown, and although Tang Li was very beautiful and a professional chess player, they didn't call each other very often.
Besides, Tang Li is not the one he likes.
"You guys chat, I have something else to do and I'm leaving first."
Gu Dali said hello to Tang Li and left.
"Qiangzi, who is this man?"
Seeing Gu Dali leave directly, Lu Tao felt a little unhappy. He felt that he had been ignored.
Li Jie glanced at Lu Tao. This kid was too young, and his thoughts were written all over his face. He had a vague idea of what Lu Tao was thinking now.
"He is Gu Dali, the number one active Go player in China."
"ah?"
Hearing this title, Lu Tao couldn't help but have a look of surprise on his face.
China is so big. To be the first person in a certain industry is definitely not an ordinary person.
It is normal for such people to feel a little arrogant.
As soon as he thought of this, the unhappiness in Lu Tao's heart immediately dissipated.
"Let's go and eat."
Li Jie ignored Lu Tao's little thoughts and waved directly to everyone.
Da Dong's food tastes really good.
It's just that Lu Tao didn't feel very good about this meal.
The centerpiece of this dinner was obviously the 'hadron'. Whether it was Hua Zi or Xiang Nan, the topic they both discussed was inseparable from the 'hadron'.
‘Hadron’ is long, ‘Hadron’ is short.
This feeling made Lu Tao feel very uncomfortable.
In the past, he was the center of everyone, and everyone revolved around him.
This meal also solidified a certain idea in Lu Tao's mind.
You must make some achievements!
I can't continue doing odd jobs.
Tomorrow, go find Xu Zhisen tomorrow and find something serious to do.
Lu Tao was not a person who could hide things in his heart. He was unhappy and spoke less often at the dinner table.
Mi Lai and Charlene noticed this almost at the same time.
However, considering that Li Jie was still present, Xia Lin did not have any unnecessary interaction with Lu Tao.
After all, ‘Gao Qiang’ once had a private chat with her.
That chat made a deep impression on Charlene. The other person's eyes seemed to see through her, and her inner thoughts could not escape the other person's eyes at all.
It was as if I had been stripped naked.
Although what the other party said was reasonable, the feeling was very uncomfortable.
If Lu Tao hadn't taken the initiative to invite her to this celebration banquet, Xia Lin would definitely not have come.
About half an hour later, everyone had eaten and drank enough and was ready to leave the hotel for the second show.
Young people are full of energy. How can they vent their energy just by having a meal? There must be a second meal.
The suggestion to go singing was first proposed by Hua Zi, and was unanimously approved by everyone.
Seeing that the atmosphere was getting better, Lu Tao took the initiative to call the waiter to prepare the check.
"Waiter, pay the bill!"
After being frustrated for a whole game, Lu Tao finally found a chance to regain his sense of existence.
This meal, including food and wine, cost a small amount of two thousand yuan. Among the few people present, except for him and Mi Lai, most of the others would feel pain after paying for it.
Even if it's a 'hadron', it probably won't be much better.
Although the Samsung Cup has a lot of prize money, the game is not over yet and the money has not been received yet. ‘Qiangzi’ probably doesn’t have much money in his pocket now.
Not long after, the waiter came over after hearing the sound, walked up to Lu Tao, and replied politely.
"Sir, this gentleman has already paid the bill."
"Qiangzi, did you buy the order?"
Lu Tao's face fell instantly. He had clearly agreed to treat himself, but 'Qiangzi' bought the order. What does this mean?
He, Lu Tao, is no longer what he used to be. How can he still afford a meal?