Chapter 112 "Madam?"
These words made Shen Yanci fall into deep thought.
He glanced at Song Shiyi, his brows furrowing slightly before relaxing.
Yes, Song Shiyi must have felt the same way he does now back then, right?
So, Song Shiyi's public display of affection just now might have been a deliberate act for him.
Thinking about it that way, he instantly felt relieved.
A smile appeared on his lips, his frustration dissipated, and his expression naturally became much more relaxed.
He glanced at the cup placed next to Song Shiyi and understood.
"Yi-yi, did you move your date forward?"
"Remember to drink plenty of hot water and avoid spicy and cold foods, otherwise you'll be in pain and your eyes will be watering again."
He Jinchao frowned slightly. He even knew this?
Song Shiyi wasn't too surprised. In the days leading up to her period, Shen Yanci would always specifically tell her not to eat cold food to avoid menstrual cramps.
However, if he continues like this, he will cross the line.
"Thank you, you won't need to worry about this kind of thing in the future."
Shen Yanci chuckled and said, "How can that be? If I don't take care of you, who will?"
He Jinzhao lifted his eyelids, chuckled, his eyes revealing arrogance, and his thin lips moved slightly.
"What? Am I dead?"
His fingertips tapped the edge of the table casually as he said nonchalantly, "Yanci, I'm already quite respectable."
Do you really have to do this?
His voice was low and soft, carrying a kind of suppressed, cold ferocity.
After saying that, without waiting for the other person to speak, he turned his head and his tone returned to its previous gentleness: "Are you full? Do you want to go back?"
Song Shiyi tightened the lid and nodded.
She glanced at Shen Yanci and said in a flat voice, "Brother Yanci, if you continue like this, I will tell your uncle and aunt."
Shen Yanci's eyes flickered, and he stared at her intently without saying a word.
"I am very happy now, and I wish you find your own happiness too."
Song Shiyi stood up, and He Jinzhao took her hand. The two turned and walked towards the entrance of the cafeteria.
One tall, one short; one in motion, one still; even their backs look so well-matched.
Shen Yanci stared at the two figures as they left, motionless.
It wasn't that he was persuaded, nor that he came to a realization.
It was Song Shiyi's words that reminded him that there was still something he hadn't resolved.
That's a potential problem; we absolutely mustn't let her know.
Absolutely not.
If she finds out, the distance between him and Song Shiyi will be even greater.
The thought of that matter made his brow furrow, revealing a hint of annoyance.
He sat there for an unknown amount of time before slowly getting up and leaving.
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"Go upstairs. Text me if you need anything, and I'll call you to wake you up when it's time."
He Jinzhao handed her the thermos, smoothed the stray hairs by her ears, and finally patted the back of her head.
Song Shiyi hugged him and said with a smile, "I know, bye-bye."
"Okay, see you later."
Song Shiyi waved to him, then turned and walked into the apartment.
He Jinchao watched her leave, and the smile on his face gradually faded after her figure had completely disappeared.
A few seconds later, he turned and left.
He squinted, staring ahead, his gaze slowly drifting into the distance, deep and unfathomable.
He went back to the company today to investigate something.
Shen Yanci's breakup was sudden and unusual.
Why is it that after so many years of getting along with Song Shiyi, nothing unexpected has happened?
But right after he broke up with his girlfriend, he suddenly started pursuing her?
In order to prevent Song Shiyi's future life from being affected, he made some preparations.
Unexpectedly, this investigation uncovered a major problem.
He lowered his eyes, raised his hand to pinch the space between his eyebrows, and sighed softly.
Yan Ci.
Ultimately, we are destined to go our separate ways.
He won't confront him; everyone has their own choices, and he has no right to judge.
But in order to prevent him from harassing Song Shiyi again, they had to resort to some underhanded tactics.
It's nothing serious, it just keeps him busy.
He took his phone out of his pocket and dialed a number.
"Mr. He, what are your instructions?"
"The matter I assigned you this morning can now proceed."
There seemed to be a pause of one second before the other person respectfully replied, "Yes."
"Okay, I'm hanging up."
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The villa on the hillside was a property that his parents registered in his name on the day Shen Yanci came of age.
For a period of time, he came frequently.
With its rooftop garden, infinity pool, and outdoor hot spring bath, this place is a great spot for gatherings.
Plus, you don't have to worry about being warned or complained about for being too noisy when you have a party here; you can do whatever you want.
He came here a couple of days ago as well.
It wasn't for a get-together with friends, but to settle someone in.
Shen Yanci walked through the gate, casually tossed his car keys to the maid at the door, and asked indifferently, "Where is she?"
The servant immediately replied respectfully, "Madam is still resting in her room."
Shen Yanci stopped in his tracks, raised his eyes, his dark eyes surging with coldness, his pupils slightly contracting as if they were covered with a thin layer of ice.
His brows furrowed into a deep frown, his breathing became slightly heavy, and a faint, suppressed anger seemed to emanate from his nostrils.
"lady?"
"Who gave you permission to call me that?"
He was already in a bad mood, and those words were like a trigger, instantly igniting his anger.
Seeing this, the maid was filled with distress and explained in a panic, "Young...Young Master, it was Miss Ren who ordered it. She said..."
The maid glanced at him cautiously and didn't dare to continue.
Shen Yanci asked coldly, "What did she say?"
"They said she would be the lady of the Shen family from now on, and they wanted us to familiarize ourselves with the way they address her. We are servants, so we dare not disobey them."
"..."
Shen Yanci didn't speak, but his aura suddenly tightened, giving off a sense of oppression that kept strangers at bay.
The air became somewhat tense, making it hard to breathe.
The servant kept her head down, not daring to utter a sound.
A few seconds later, Shen Yanci slowly spoke.
"From now on, without my orders, you are not allowed to utter those two words to anyone."
"clear."
Shen Yanci took two steps forward, then turned around and added a sentence.
“Apart from the Miss Song who came before.”
The servant was surprised and muttered to herself.
Didn't they say before that she was their younger sister?
How did things change so quickly?
But she only thought it to herself and didn't dare to say it to his face.
"Yes, young master."
Shen Yanci didn't linger and went up to the second floor.
Inside the room, a young woman with a graceful figure lay on the soft, large bed. She had a beautiful face, fair and delicate skin, and a faint smile on her face even as she slept. It was hard not to tell how happy she was.
After an unknown amount of time, she smelled a pungent tobacco odor, which made her feel somewhat uncomfortable.
She slowly opened her eyes, and through the haze, she saw a tall and slender figure standing in front of the French windows, a cigarette between his fingers, the smoke enveloping him and adding to his charm.
Ren Xiangxue's previously muddled mind instantly cleared up, and she was overjoyed—he had returned.
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