Tao Zhizhi was squeezed into a corner by the crowd, and no one noticed her presence, but they heard their conversation clearly.

Hearing their description, an image of a blonde woman came to mind, chatting and laughing with Fu Jue in the shop, and seemingly very familiar with Fu Jue's family situation.

Thinking of her bright and beautiful face, smiling at Fu Jue with such arrogance, and how familiar she seemed with him, he couldn't help but clutch the bag of the lunchbox in his hand, his eyes slightly lowered, lost in thought.

The elevator stopped on the 21st floor. The people in front of her left one after another, leaving Tao Zhizhi alone in the elevator, watching the numbers gradually increase.

Her timing was unfortunate. Last time, with Secretary Gu's guidance, Secretary Li outside happened to not recognize her. He frowned, reached out to stop her, and said sternly:

"Hello, miss. Did you come to the wrong floor? We did not receive a call from the front desk asking anyone to visit Mr. Fu. If you are interested in Mr. Fu, please do not disturb our normal work."

Her words were anything but polite; she probably became suspicious when she saw Tao Zhizhi carrying a lunchbox and heading straight for Fu Jue's office.

Tao Zhizhi didn't blame her; she waved her hand gently.

"I won't disturb your work. I know Fu Jue. Can I wait here?"

Although Secretary Li wanted to ask her to leave, seeing that she addressed President Fu by his given name and was very polite, he did not send her away and kept an eye on her situation.

Tao Zhizhi stood not far from the elevator, watching the elite people coming and going. She only received strange glances from them; no one recognized her. For some reason, she felt a little wronged, and her nose tingled.

[It turns out only Secretary Gu knew about this; no one else knew. There was even a marriage prospect!]

[Even the regular customers at the Warm Food Shop know that Fu Jue is her boyfriend, and her parents know too. Were her aunt and uncle just being polite last time?]

[Fu Jue, you big bad guy!]

Tao Zhizhi was lost in her own world at this moment, her eyes slightly red and her nose sore and painful.

Fu Jue walked ahead angrily after the meeting. He didn't come often, and his subordinates were becoming increasingly lazy, submitting proposals that were more and more unrealistic and outrageous than the last!

He suddenly saw a familiar figure banging her head against the wall. He instantly recognized her as Tao Zhizhi. He quickly walked over and gently bent down, saying:

"Is Zhizhi playing some brain-boosting game?"

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Tao Zhizhi looked up with displeasure, staring at Fu Jue with reproachful eyes. The face she had previously thought was exceptionally handsome suddenly didn't appeal to her as much anymore.

As their eyes met, Fu Jue noticed her reddened, peach-blossom eyes, which looked pitiful and flustered.

"What's wrong with Zhizhi? Did something happen to the shop?"

Tao Zhizhi shook her head, her eyes filled with accusation. Fu Jue tried to pull her into his arms to comfort her, but she dodged him and walked unhappily into his office.

Fu Jue's anxious expression as he followed was clearly seen by the executives who came out later. They exchanged glances and frequently exchanged glances before daring to discuss the matter after the two of them had gone inside.

"Who was that just now?"

"Wasn't that President Fu's girlfriend last time?"

"This is probably the first time I've ever seen him so gentle yet nervous."

Seeing this, Secretary Li seemed to feel as if the sky had fallen. She plopped down on her stool with a thud, while the busy secretaries around her gave her strange looks.

She scratched her head, inwardly groaning:

[Aaaaaah! I made Mr. Fu's girlfriend stand outside for an hour! My high-paying job!]

Fu Jue was unaware of Secretary Li's behavior. After entering the office, he anxiously sat down on the sofa and apologized.

"I'm sorry I couldn't help out at the shop. Are you tired? Zhizhi, don't cry, it breaks my heart."

He tried to pull her into his arms again, but she refused, not even looking at him. Then Tao Zhizhi suddenly blurted out:

"Fu Jue, do you—want to break up at any moment?"

"ah?!"

Fu Jue was stunned, his heart pounding with panic. He awkwardly pulled Tao Zhizhi into his arms, his voice trembling.

"I didn't, Zhizhi, please don't abandon me."

Tao Zhizhi tried to push him away, but his arms tightened around her, as if he was afraid that if he loosened his grip, he would hear bad news. He kept muttering to himself:

"Zhizhi, I was wrong, please don't break up with me."

Fu Jue's eyes instantly turned red, his eyes were moist, and his voice trembled uncontrollably.

She was stunned and pulled away forcefully. Fu Jue felt her strength, and the hand that was curled around her waist was still trembling involuntarily.

Seeing that Fu Jue's expression didn't seem to be acting, and that he was genuinely frightened, she asked in confusion:

Do you have a fiancée?

"Does this mean they're going to dump me after we get married?"

"Why are you so slow? I've been standing outside for an hour, and my food is getting cold."

Why don't they recognize me?

One question after another was thrown at Fu Jue. After listening to them, he breathed a slight sigh of relief. As long as Tao Zhizhi wasn't keeping it to herself, everything could be resolved. Fu Jue looked at her earnestly:

"Zhizhi, I don't have a fiancée. If I did, it would only be you!"

"I will never kick you. Compared to that, I'm more afraid that Zhizhi will just throw me away if she's unhappy, but I don't want that to happen."

"I'm sorry, I've been in a meeting for too long. Next time, can Secretary Gu pick you up directly? Don't tire yourself out."

"Regarding the last question—"

Fu Jue paused his answer, took out his phone, and posted several messages in the secretary group and on his WeChat Moments, then held them up to show her:

[Fu Jue: My girlfriend, my future wife!] [Image x1]

He posted a photo of himself and Tao Zhizhi on a date on campus, taken at sunset. In the photo, Tao Zhizhi is smiling sweetly with a peace sign, while Fu Jue is only shown in profile because he is looking at his lover with his eyes glued to her.

The employees who were slacking off immediately saw the two messages. The secretary group was filled with congratulations, and private group chats were filled with emojis and lively conversations.

Fu Jue said apologetically, "Zhizhi, I'm sorry. I didn't fulfill my responsibilities as a boyfriend and didn't give you enough security."

"Can you forgive me for this? Can you—"

"Don't break up with me."

Fu Jue's pleading voice grew softer and softer, the words seeming to burn his throat, making it hard for him to utter a sound.

His eyes were full of fear. He wanted to hug Tao Zhizhi but didn't have the courage, afraid that she would push him away again.

After hearing his answer and checking her phone, she realized that her actions had been somewhat hesitant and indecisive. Meeting his pleading eyes, she took the initiative to hug him.

"I'm just being too sensitive if I don't want to break up with you."

"No, my Zhizhi is brave and confident, it's all my fault."

Fu Jue choked up, her arms tightening around her as she recounted her problems.