kingnovel Chapter 913 An Employee Who Doesn't Want a Secret Relationship (8)
Chapter 913 An Employee Who Doesn't Want a Secret Relationship (8)
In Shen Congjing's office.
Mu Zhou rested her cheek on her hand, watching him drink the soup while chattering away.
She always has endless topics to talk about.
Shen Congjing was actually a quiet person.
But at this moment, he didn't find it noisy at all.
He thought that perhaps it was because of this bowl of pumpkin cream mushrooms that he felt more tolerant of Mu Zhou.
My phone suddenly rang a few times.
It’s Mu Zhou’s cell phone.
She picked it up, glanced at it, and accepted it without any hesitation.
"Hello, Mr. Qin."
"...Do we really have to be so distant with each other?"
Qin Zhi truly hadn't expected Mu Zhou to have such a strong temper.
It's been so long, and there's still no sign of it softening.
He sighed:
"Today is our fourth anniversary. Let's meet up. I've prepared a surprise for you. You'll like it."
He booked the entire restaurant, prepared roses, a piano performance, and even bought her favorite diamond necklace.
He had always known that although Mu Zhou had become increasingly adept and reliable in the workplace over the years, he still enjoyed romantic little surprises in private.
In the past, if he forgot their anniversary, she would feel disappointed for a long time.
This time, he took the initiative to prepare everything for the anniversary, just to make her happy.
Qin Zhi believed that he had already made enough of a show of force, and Mu Zhou should understand that this was his limit.
How could such a smart girl not know that he could give her far more than what she had in front of her?
Why worry about not being able to go public for a while?
Acting impulsively is only for immature people; mature people should understand what is most important.
Unexpectedly, Mu Zhou didn't give him any face at all.
"So, Mr. Qin, you don't want to discuss business now? Then I'm sorry, I can't keep you company. I don't offer to chat outside of work hours."
As she finished speaking, she was about to hang up the phone when she looked up and saw Shen Congjing putting down his spoon.
She asked in confusion:
"What's wrong? Isn't it delicious?"
"It tastes good, just like last time."
The man's voice was calm and gentle; he even elegantly took out a tissue and wiped the corner of his lips.
Mu Zhou was relieved:
"I'm glad you like it. I'll make it for you again next time..."
She put down her phone and then realized she had forgotten to hang up, so she tapped to end the call.
The call abruptly ended.
On the other end of the phone, Qin Zhi, almost frozen, gripped the phone tightly.
He wasn't mistaken; there was a man's voice on the other end of the phone.
Is there a man with Mu Zhou?
He gritted his teeth, dialed back, and after a few beeps, the message said "The other party is currently on another call."
He tried calling again, but to no avail.
Anger instantly overwhelmed his reason.
It's the weekend, and she usually stays at home, so she should be at home right now.
So, which man went to her house?!
She actually cooked for that strange man?
He has never eaten any of Mu Zhou's cooking.
His anger flared like wildfire. He abruptly stood up, and when the restaurant waiter asked him what was wrong, he coldly said, "Cancel everything," and drove away.
Qin Zhi sped all the way to Mu Zhou's house.
After banging on the door for a long time without any response, they realized she wasn't home.
So, she went to that random man's house? And even cooked for him?
What are they doing? Just living their lives?
Ah.
She rarely visited his home.
How long has this cold war lasted, and she's already found someone else?
Qin Zhi turned and left with a dark expression.
Back in the car, he took off his glasses and slammed them hard on the steering wheel.
Mu Zhou, you're really great.
*
In the office at this moment, ever since Mu Zhou answered the phone, Shen Congjing's appetite has clearly decreased.
Mu Zhou acted as if he hadn't noticed.
She smiled shyly:
"Sorry, I made you laugh."
After a few seconds of silent, expressionless silence, Shen Congjing said:
"You had a fight with your boyfriend?"
"No, we broke up almost a month ago, and he's still acting like he's not thinking straight and can't figure out the situation."
Shen Congjing's eyes flickered slightly, and he picked up the spoon again, quietly waiting for her to continue.
Anyway, she never stopped talking once she sat down, and she could chat about anything.
Unexpectedly, Mu Zhou remained silent.
After a long silence, she started talking about his new game.
Shen Congjing frowned slightly for a moment, glanced at her with a hesitant look, and then lowered his eyes again.
He couldn't help but think of the phone call he had just received.
Mr. Qin?
There aren't many people with the surname Qin in the Qin Group.
The current chairman, Qin Zhi, is not a good-tempered person. Many of Qin family relatives were purged and forced to leave the company by him.
Subconsciously, I reviewed the personnel structure of the Qin Group, checking each member one by one.
Ultimately, the target was narrowed down to the most likely person.
He lifted his eyelids and glanced indifferently at Mu Zhou.
"Your ex-boyfriend is Qin Zhi?"
Mu Zhou paused, as if he hadn't expected him to bring up this topic so abruptly.
She blinked slowly and nodded in agreement.
"Actually, we were in a secret relationship before, and no one knew about it."
Even though his reasoning was proven correct, Shen Congjing felt no joy whatsoever.
I don't know why, but I even felt a little annoyed.
Mu Zhou quickly changed his mood and started talking non-stop.
"Sigh, we finally broke up. This relationship left me physically and mentally exhausted. You have no idea how bad he was."
Mu Zhou seemed to have a little notebook for recording bad deeds, meticulously categorizing and writing down all the things Qin Zhi did to her that were unkind.
Then he accused Shen Congjing one by one.
After complaining, you still have to get him to agree:
"Tell me, how hypocritical he is! He used this trick to fool me when I was still naive back then, and now he's using it to fool others, and he still won't admit it. It's not that I'm being unreasonable; it's that I exposed his little trick and he broke down. Don't you think so, Teacher Shen?"
Shen Congjing listened attentively and nodded in agreement:
"Yes, you are not being unreasonable."
He paused for a moment, then added:
"You made the right choice by breaking up with me."
Even just hearing her speak so casually, it's impossible to ignore the sadness and grievances she's endured over the years.
Qin Zhi, however, was able to ignore it for years.
Clearly, he is not a good partner.
Shen Congjing pursed his lips and lowered his gaze.
Having received his idol's support, Mu Zhou gave a light hum and then laughed:
"I knew Teacher Shen would understand me."
*
After leaving Mu Zhou's house, Qin Zhi went to a bar.
He hadn't been to a place like this in a long time since he took over the family business.
He sat in the booth, exuding a gloomy aura, and almost no one dared to approach him.
Occasionally, a few girls who tried to strike up a conversation would leave in anger because of his sarcastic and harsh words.
The table in front of me was covered with bottles of wine.
After a few drinks, a hint of sadness began to creep into his anger.
Qin Zhi thought of the past.
At that time, Mu Zhou felt sorry for him. Every time he drank alcohol after socializing, she would prepare a hangover soup for him.
But now, she's with another man.
After a few more drinks, his mind became somewhat sluggish, and instinct began to take over his reason.
He picked up his phone and sent a WeChat message to Mu Zhou.
I'm drunk, will you come pick me up?
They also sent their location.
Half an hour passed, but she still hadn't replied.
Qin Zhi gave a self-deprecating laugh.
He tilted his head back and drank another glass.
At that moment, Jiang Qian suddenly spotted him not far away.