"That's what the people at the jewelry store said."
"Jewelry store?"
Ye Xinning was convinced that Shen Lin had taken it, and now that Shen Lin denied it outright, she didn't believe him at all. There was no reason for the people in the jewelry store to lie, so she couldn't understand why Shen Lin would lie.
Shen Lin's gaze was deep and unfathomable as he stared intently at Ye Xinning. "So, you believe everything others say?"
"You think you can lie to me about something this simple?"
Shen Lin snorted coldly, "So, in the end, you just don't trust me? You want me to trust you? You still don't trust me either."
After saying this, Shen Lin turned and left.
Ye Xinning stood there watching his departing figure, feeling a chill run through her body and soul. Shen Lin's resolute turn made her suddenly find it somewhat amusing.
Without lingering any longer, she turned and walked in another direction.
Here, Shen Lin returned to his office, and Wen Zhu walked in.
"asparagus."
"President Shen."
Shen Lin's gaze was cold and deep. "Investigate who took the bracelet that Ye Xinning sent to the jewelry store."
After Shen Lin finished speaking, Wen Zhu asked in confusion, "Go investigate the person behind this?"
"Yes, we need to thoroughly investigate who's behind this. There are a lot of suspicious things going on here."
Shen Lin recalled what Ye Xinning had said when she came to him; the implication was that he had taken the bracelet.
Why the jewelry store staff said those things, and who is behind it, is something worth pondering.
"Okay, Mr. Shen, don't worry, I'll have someone investigate this matter immediately."
After Wenzhu left, Shen Lin processed some more documents. When Chi Zhao and Shen Ting arrived, he was still busy.
Chi Zhao sat down on the sofa and looked at him. "It's almost the end of the year, and you're still not preparing for the Spring Festival? You're still busy."
Shen Ting also asked a question.
"Brother, where is sister-in-law? Isn't she with you?"
It would have been better if this matter hadn't been brought up, because the moment it was mentioned, Shen Lin's face darkened again.
"He came just now, and now he's gone."
"Did you have a fight?" Shen Ting asked again.
Shen Lin remained silent, and Chi Zhao knew it must be true.
"Didn't they say you'd apologize and admit your mistakes? Why haven't you made up yet? Did you apologize, but they still won't forgive you?"
Shen Lin glanced coldly at Chi Zhao, "If you don't speak, no one will think you're mute."
Chi Zhao and Chen He exchanged a glance. Neither of them spoke, but they both smiled.
"Brother, if you ask me, you shouldn't spoil Grandma. No matter what she does, just ignore her. You and my sister-in-law will be living your lives. Why do you have to think so much?"
Sitting on the sofa, Shen Ting also gave Shen Lin some advice.
Shen Lin kept his lips tightly pressed together, remaining silent for a long time before finally speaking, his voice as cold and deep as ever.
“My relationship with her has never been just about my grandmother.”
What is that?
Shen Lin was somewhat irritated and didn't know what to say. His relationship with Ye Xinning was a tangled mess that he couldn't untangle no matter how hard he tried, as if a layer of fog was tightly enveloping them.
"nothing."
He refused to say anything. Chi Zhao and Shen Ting wanted to help him resolve something, but they couldn't. Chi Zhao walked over and patted him on the shoulder.
Shen Lin looked up at the two of them, "Why did you two suddenly come here?"
"Chi Zhao said he needed to talk to you about something, so he came over."
Shen Lin turned to look at Chi Zhao. "What is it?"
"It's nothing. My father's old friend's son recently came to Nancheng. My father asked me to host a welcome dinner for this distinguished guest. I thought you could come along too. He seems to be a prominent figure in the business world. You two might have a lot in common."
At this moment, Shen Lin had no interest in these so-called gatherings. He waved his hand dismissively.
"Let's talk about it later."
Chi Zhao replied, "What do you mean by 'we'll talk about it later'? I'll go over tonight. If you don't come, how can I manage on my own?"
Chi Zhao was extremely domineering and made the decision right away. Shen Lin had no room to refuse, so the three of them went to dinner together that night.
As soon as the three of them went inside, they heard coughing coming from inside.
Shen Ting asked with suspicion, "Is your distinguished guest not feeling well?"
Chi Zhao shook his head. "How would I know that this is the old man's distinguished guest and not mine? At most, I'm just here to entertain him on behalf of the old man."
Shen Ting chuckled and said, "I'm really curious, what kind of people are Grandpa Chi's friends?"
Shen Lin remained silent the whole time, and Chi Zhao knew that he was anxious because of his relationship with Ye Xinning.
She comforted him, saying, "Alright, since you're already here, have a good meal and relax. I'll put in a good word for you with Ye Xinning later. There's no hurdle that a husband and wife can't overcome. Don't look so gloomy; that's disrespectful to her."
Shen Lin looked up at Chi Zhao, but his expression remained unchanged, still sullen. Chi Zhao knew there was nothing he could do, so he gave up trying to persuade him.
The three of them went inside together. There were two people sitting in the private room. One of them was sitting in a seat, wearing a thick coat, and his face was pale, the kind of sickly pale that he had for many years.
Another person stood behind the man, respectful and polite.
Hearing the voice, both of them looked over. The one standing nodded to them, while the one sitting stood up, leaning on the table. "Hello, everyone."
Chi Zhao stepped forward first and shook hands with the people. "I am Chi Zhao. These two are Chen Lin and Chen Ting."
The man nodded politely and said in a low voice, "Ji Jianshen."
“My grandfather had some things to attend to and couldn’t come, so he asked me to come and welcome Mr. Ji.”
Ji Jianshen smiled faintly, "I didn't want to disturb you, but I'm sorry to trouble you."
Chi Zhao smiled and said, "Please sit down."
Ji Jianshen waited until everyone was seated before he sat down himself.
His gaze inadvertently met Shen Lin's, and Ji Jianshen paused before looking away.
Shen Lin looked up at the man opposite her. The man had fair skin and a warm smile, but that warmth made people feel distant.
When his gaze lingered on the man just now, Shen Lin could sense the change in his eyes.
It was a strange feeling; even though it was our first meeting, it felt like we had known each other for a long time.
"Is this Mr. Ji's first time visiting Nancheng?"
When Shen Lin opened his mouth, his tone was more nonchalant.
Chi Zhao looked towards Shen Lin, who had never been very serious, and was surprised that he suddenly spoke up at this moment.
Ji Jianshen's gaze fell on Shen Lin again, still as gentle and polite as ever, "I came here a few times a few years ago because of some things."
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