Chapter 18 Shang Chen: "Without comparison, it's hard to say."
Wenxi paused as she opened the car door, only then remembering that she had mentioned inviting Shang Chen to dinner on Friday night.
She glanced at her watch; it was already 5:30.
"I'm sorry, I thought you wouldn't be back for a while due to your business trip, so I didn't make any preparations in advance."
Given Wenxi's personality, when planning a dinner date, she would communicate with Shang Chen in advance to choose a restaurant and order dishes.
Shang Chen: "Just go to your usual restaurant."
Wenxi's mind raced: "I'm at the law firm right now, and there is indeed a pretty good restaurant nearby."
"You've been traveling for two days and just got off the plane. Why don't you rest for a bit first?"
Shang Chen said calmly, "I'm in good health."
Wenxi: "..."
Shang Chen's health is indeed very good; Wen Xi can confirm that.
But it probably has little to do with her problem.
Wenxi sent the restaurant address to Shang Chen and prepared to drive there.
As she boarded the bus, Wenxi glanced behind her instinctively.
She had a feeling that something was wrong, as if someone was watching her from behind.
Wenxi looked back several times to make sure she was overthinking things before driving away.
Wenxi was close to the restaurant, so I made a reservation in advance and went to the restroom.
Since it's a date, she can't be too perfunctory.
Wenxi took out her cosmetics from her bag and quickly applied a simple makeup look. She also wore a pair of dark green earrings, which made her skin appear fair and radiant.
Once the lipstick is applied, a touch of allure is added to the otherwise cool and aloof look.
When she came out after finishing her makeup, she ran into someone she never expected.
Mr. Zhang greeted her warmly, "Attorney Wen, it's been a long time!"
Wen Xi thought of that box of condoms and smiled somewhat awkwardly: "Mr. Zhang, it's been a long time."
Mr. Zhang: Are you having dinner with friends?
Wenxi: "With my husband."
Mr. Zhang responded with an "oh," his eyes holding a meaningful look, and then asked with a smile, "Attorney Wen, how was the experience with the product last time?"
"We're currently conducting market research on our new product. If there's anything you're not satisfied with, Attorney Wen, please feel free to offer your feedback."
As expected of someone capable of running a large business, Mr. Zhang remained unfazed when these matters were brought up, his smile genuine and enthusiastic.
Wenxi was silent for a moment before saying, "I'll ask when I get back."
She's not a user, so how can she have a sense of user experience?
Mr. Zhang smiled and said, "Okay, feel free to give us any feedback, we will definitely listen."
"By the way, if any items are out of stock, just let me know, and I'll arrange for someone to send them to you."
Wenxi: "...Thank you."
Wenxi felt that she probably wouldn't be 'out of stock' for several years.
What should I send?
Shang Chen's cold voice rang in Wen Xi's ears.
Wenxi turned her head and saw Shang Chen standing beside her in a black suit.
The man had deep-set, well-defined features and a composed demeanor; it was unclear how long he had been there.
As soon as he approached, Wenxi was enveloped by his aura.
It is weighty, restrained, and elegant, with a certain allure.
"It's nothing," Wen Xi changed the subject. "How did you get here so quickly?"
Shang Chen: "There was no traffic jam on the road."
Mr. Zhang wasn't tactless, and smiled broadly: "Wen Lu's husband? He is indeed handsome, and the two are a perfect match."
"I won't disturb your date any longer, goodbye."
Seeing Shang Chen's gaze fall on President Zhang, Wen Xi asked, "How long have you been here?"
Shang Chen probably didn't hear anything, right?
"Just arrived."
Wenxi breathed a sigh of relief for no apparent reason.
Shang Chen: "Your friend?"
"One party involved."
"Was that box from last time a gift from her?"
Wen Xi's smile froze. "Didn't you say you just arrived and didn't hear anything?"
Shang Chen gave her a deep look. "So you two were just talking about me?"
Wenxi didn't expect that her guilty conscience would lead her to confess without being asked.
Shang Chen: "The briefcase in her hand has the company name printed on it."
Wenxi followed her gaze and her eyes fell on the bag in Mr. Zhang's hand, which clearly displayed the name of his company and products.
Wenxi rarely suffers from social strife, but this time he'll probably remember it vividly.
But this Mr. Zhang... really has a peculiar personality.
As the boss, he doesn't care about appearances at all, just carrying his company-branded briefcase everywhere without feeling embarrassed.
Isn't she afraid of running into her customers on the street?
It took Wenxi three seconds to regain her composure, and she said casually, "I've reserved a table, but I haven't ordered yet."
The two sat down, and Wenxi picked up the menu and handed it to Shang Chen: "Take a look and see what you'd like to eat?"
Shang Chen didn't answer: "Do whatever you like."
Wenxi: "It was agreed that I would treat you."
Shang Chen looked at her quietly: "What did we just talk about?"
Wenxi immediately changed her mind: "Let me order."
She pretended not to hear Shang Chen's words, opened the menu, and looked down to order.
Shang Chen is a reserved and polite person, and under normal circumstances, he would not ask further questions.
But today's situation is a bit unusual.
"Is she saying she'll send you family planning supplies?"
Luckily, Wenxi wasn't drinking water, or she would have choked.
Shang Chen's words were truly astonishing.
Fortunately, he was relatively polite and used the term 'family planning supplies' instead.
"Hmm." Wenxi: "They even asked me about my experience using it."
"What was your answer?"
I said I'd ask when I got back.
After all, she wasn't the user.
Ask?
The person being asked this question is undoubtedly Shang Chen, who is sitting opposite Wen Xi.
Shang Chen's dark eyes looked at Wen Xi, and Wen Xi was also looking at him.
Their eyes met, and an eerie silence fell over them, an awkward atmosphere hanging in the air.
Shang Chen slowly spoke: "Without comparison, it's hard to say."
Wenxi was taken aback when she heard his words, and then realized that Shang Chen was answering the question about user experience.
He... actually took it seriously?!
Shang Chen said seriously, "Next time, let's compare different brands."
Wenxi's throat went dry as she thought of that drawer full of things.
Wenxi: "...Let's not rush to buy it for now."
With so many, aren't you afraid they'll expire?
Wenxi wasn't sure if this thing had an expiration date.
Moreover... she didn't promise Mr. Zhang that she would definitely provide feedback after using it.
The restaurant is decorated in a very high-end style, with flowing overhead lights that create a play of light and shadow, giving off a gentle and ambiguous feeling.
Waiters in white shirts and black vests carried trays and occasionally brought out a dish of food.
Shang Chen's dark gaze fell on Wen Xi's face, then on her rosy, full lips.
"You're wearing makeup?"
Wenxi: "Mm."
Meeting Shang Chen's gaze, Wen Xi explained, "Since it's a date, we definitely need to be serious."
She had just returned from a business trip and worked an extra afternoon, looking exhausted. Even when she looked in the mirror, she felt her complexion was not good.
Since Wenxi had taken the initiative to invite Shang Chen to dinner, she couldn't be too perfunctory.
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