Chapter 49 Chapter 49 I want to go with you.
It rains a lot in this city all year round. The air is damp and cold in winter. When it rains, everything is covered with a layer of blurred background.
When the moon was dim, nothing was clear. I wanted to stretch out my arms to push away the rain and fog, but my limbs were eroded by the biting cold and I couldn't move.
After dinner, Su Tu lay in front of the workbench, looking through the glass sliding door of the balcony at the shimmering night sky that was trapped in the humidity and seemed to be constantly losing frame.
Just like my brain at this moment, it is drowsy and covered with a layer of fog, and nothing can be seen clearly.
The phone rang, and a message popped up on the top frame: [Arrived]
Su Tu blinked, not sure when he ran up. The note was also changed, deleting the lengthy information markup, leaving only two simple words:
Time narration.
Yesterday afternoon?
No, it wasn’t like this when I checked WeChat this morning.
That was this afternoon.
He asked for her phone again, saying he wanted to check if there were any new messages from clients.
She was buried in the quilt, too lazy to reach out and look for it, so she simply told him the password.
It was not until this moment that I realized how much I had acquiesced to him.
Home door password.
Mobile phone password.
If he wanted to, he could completely rob her of everything.
In the end, he just changed a note without any effect, and then set his own dialog box to her blank top bar.
It was as if she had someone with whom she could share trivial matters anytime and anywhere.
His gaze paused for a moment, returning from a state of bewilderment to a state of calm. Then, with one finger, he slowly typed: [OK]
Shi Shu said nothing more.
Everything that needed to be said had been said in the evening.
She agreed with what he said during the day and really liked his determination.
But correspondingly, she believes that she should also be more firm. Whether accepting or rejecting, once the decision is made, it should not be shaken.
She should stick to her beliefs instead of getting depressed because of his cold words or getting excited because of his enthusiastic words.
It is too passive to let your emotions fluctuate entirely because of others.
So she did not agree to his idea of taking care of her around the clock, and she told him the reason clearly.
She was not so ill that she could not take care of herself, but she needed some space to calm down and think clearly about what she was thinking before she could give him an accurate answer.
He also has his own things to do, and winter training will resume in a few days. It is obviously inappropriate to keep him surrounded by people like this all the time.
And no matter whether she accepts it or not, there will always be a security risk lingering around her. As long as the cooperation with Cheng Huai is not terminated, the hidden contradiction between them will never be completely revealed.
Even if he could keep it to himself, she couldn't accept it.
So she needs more time to resolve potential troubles.
And if he always stays with her during this process, it will only have a counterproductive effect on Cheng Huai, causing the project to be delayed again and again with no end in sight.
She finished her words as objectively and calmly as possible, but Shi Shu fell silent, as if he was unsure whether this was a test of his resolve, and whether he should firmly refuse or give up some space.
There is no way to refute it, and no way to compromise.
Finally, they could only negotiate that he would only pick her up twice a day, morning and evening, and stop when her car was repaired or he resumed training.
During this period, she had to report her meals and medicines on time every day.
Su Tu found it acceptable.
So for the next few days, the two of them remained in this extremely peaceful state. Not only were there no more unpleasantness, but if there were occasional special circumstances, they would also take the initiative to explain them.
For example, at noon that day, when Shi Shu came to pick someone up at home, Su Tu took the initiative to tell him that she had to go to the office to check the renderings at noon, and asked him to navigate there directly, or she could take a taxi herself.
Shi Shu didn't react in any particular way. He calmly sent her to her destination. Before leaving, he only said, "Call me if you need anything. I'll pick you up after get off work."
Su Tu had his schedule and knew that he had something to do today, but because it was not specified what it was, he was not sure whether it was important. He originally wanted to say to him: I can finish as soon as possible. If you are not in a hurry, do you want to wait for me to leave together?
Seeing that he didn't seem to have that intention, he swallowed his words and nodded, "Okay."
After parting at the bottom of the building, Su Tu took the elevator upstairs alone.
During lunch break, Cheng Huai seemed to have been waiting for a long time.
He entered the conference room early, head bowed, sketching the blueprint that had been discussed unsuccessfully that morning, with one hand supporting his forehead. The incandescent light reflected sharp light on the high-lens lens. His suit and shirt were always well-dressed, giving him the appearance of a rational, wise, and thoughtful superior.
He caught a glimpse of the figure entering the room from the corner of his eye. After a while, he raised his head lightly, slowly leaned back in his chair, and said in a tone as if he had finally seen a big shot: "I thought you wouldn't come."
Su Tu seemed not to understand the hidden meaning in his words. He glanced at his watch and asked, "Am I late?"
Cheng Huai raised his lip: "The pigeons have been released, so what's so strange about being late?"
Su Tu put the computer bag on the table and said sincerely: "Sorry, it was my fault last time."
"Your problem isn't just the last one."
Cheng Huai didn't buy it. He tapped his fingers on the table, like a leader who didn't care about reasons but only wanted results: "Case study."
Su Tu brought it, but he was not very willing to show it off.
On the one hand, this is personal privacy. On the other hand, she also thought that he actually believed it, but still insisted on going through this process. For example, he knew that she did not steal, but still insisted on searching her body. He just wanted to put her under mental pressure.
"how."
Cheng Huai chuckled: "Can't you take it out?"
Su Tu still took it out of his bag, handed it over without any emotion and said, "Take a look."
But when he finally got it, Cheng Huai didn't seem to care. He flipped through it and asked casually, "Isn't it fake?"
Su Tu curled his lips and said, "If your work is not so busy, you can go check it out."
Although his tone was extremely calm, Cheng Huai could still sense some anger in it, and then he felt relieved: "You were in the hospital due to a car accident, why was he by your side?"
"He's an outsider, and he's helping you with your work. Where's your assistant? Or has he finally realized there's no future in sports and is just going to help you out from now on?"
Su Tu frowned, but resistance was still written on his face: "Can we get back to business?"
Cheng Huai threw the medical records onto the table, also showing dissatisfaction: "You stood up the client and didn't even allow the client to ask about the situation?"
Su Tu took back the medical record and held it up again: "You have already examined it. Is there anything else you need to know?"
Cheng Huai asked: "Why is he by your side!"
Su Tu didn't want to dwell on it too much. If he could get back to the point after understanding the situation, she could also explain appropriately: "I accompanied him to review the materials, and it happened on the way out."
Cheng Huai reserved his opinion: "That's it?"
Su Tu: "What else?"
"How many days did you stay in the hospital?"
"Two days."
"So what have you been doing these days?"
"rest."
"Rest alone?"
“…”
Su Tu didn't prove himself again: "If you don't want to discuss the plan today, I'll come another day."
"But I still want to remind you that the longer you delay, the higher your sunk costs will be. I know you're not short of money, but the rent in Zhongrui is not low, right? Is it worth spending such money on someone as insignificant as me?"
"Also, your employees will be living here for a long time because the project has been delayed. Do you not care about this at all?"
She didn't know that what he wanted to see most was her furious appearance, yet she had to be suppressed by him into submission.
He admired it for a while, then laughed softly: "What about you?"
Su Tu looked defensive: "What?"
Cheng Huai raised his lip: "You have no sunk costs, so what are you in such a hurry for?"
“…”
Seeing that she was silent, Cheng Huai held his forehead and made a guess: "Is it because of your long-term cooperation with me that it has caused trouble in your life and feelings?"
"If I don't finish this case quickly, I won't have time to take on the next one. I won't receive the final payment, and no new deposits will come in. In the end, I might not even be able to balance the studio's income and expenses. When will I be able to raise the money to buy back your house?"
“…”
Su Tu was stunned for a moment, still suspicious: "You're investigating me?"
Although the situation was not as serious as he said, it was a bit of an exaggeration to think that this single case could determine the life or death of the studio.
But he had indeed caused serious trouble to her life and feelings. Moreover, since he knew that she wanted to buy a house, was it possible that the house...
It's under his name now?
Cheng Huai was increasingly satisfied with her reaction, but he disagreed with her statement: "Why are you saying it so harshly? Can't I just be concerned about you? By the way, let me give you some advice on how to solve the problem as soon as possible."
Su Tu's face turned pale in an instant: "..."
Cheng Huai didn't keep the secret any longer. He immediately lit up the large screen in the conference room and opened a project book. "Of course, I still hope that we can cooperate happily and get the project off the ground as soon as possible."
"But before that, I still think I should let you take a look at this project."
"The Guansheng Group's project aims to create a new landmark in H City, with shopping malls downstairs and comprehensive offices upstairs, which is the WeWork you mentioned earlier."
"The construction has been finalized and is being done by our firm. If you can get the interior design bid, not only will you be able to buy back your old house, but you can even buy another one without any problems."
"One project can solve all economic challenges."
"If you're willing, I can recommend it directly to the group's top management. And in order to free up your time to focus on this project, I will of course work with you to finalize the plan as soon as possible."
In short, if you want to end your cooperation with him, you have to cooperate with him on another project first.
If she agrees, she will get money and fame, and buy back the house she has always dreamed of and a worry-free future.
If she doesn't agree, the plan will have to be delayed, continuing to waste her energy, costs, emotions, and even all her hopes will be declared bankrupt.
What an easy choice.
If you are getting such a great deal for free, who would choose not to agree unless you are stupid?
Su Tu clenched his palms to the extreme, then loosened them in surprise, as if he had been persuaded: "If you recommend it, will the other party definitely approve it?"
"Of course not."
Cheng Huai opened his phone, called up the relevant interface, and pressed on: "But I've already told the person in charge that I'll be flying to H City this afternoon for a three-day, two-night inspection. I'll be bringing someone with me during this time, and the hotel and air tickets have already been booked."
"Don't worry, as long as you perform well and convince the other party that you are capable, there won't be any problems. I can also communicate with you about the results right away, and I won't delay your continued progress."
Su Tu took out his cell phone and glanced at the unread text messages. Sure enough, there was relevant information about air ticket and hotel booking, first class, and a star-rated hotel.
Not only was he willing to spend a lot of money on her, he also knew her ID number clearly.
She looked up in surprise, waiting for his explanation.
Cheng Huai spread his hands nonchalantly: "Your identity information is on the contract."
"And I think you won't refuse."
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15:10.
The plane took off on time.
Cheng Huai watched with his own eyes the person next to him, turning his phone on and off again and again, as if he was anxious to explain something to someone, but was forced to give up due to some invisible pressure.
Already gone with him.
Still thinking about others.
He took the blanket handed to him by the stewardess and casually threw it inside. Finally, as if out of sight, out of mind, he closed his eyes and leaned back.
The signal was gone. Su Tu put down his phone and put the blanket aside before taking out his computer. Regardless of whether he was resting or not, he opened the rendering and said, "Can we start checking now?"
Cheng Huai opened his eyes, but inexplicably didn't want her to get what she wanted. "Do you think this is a suitable occasion?"
Before setting off, he vowed not to delay her progress.
He changes his attitude faster than turning the pages of a book.
But considering that this person was just like that, Su Tu didn't care and just said, "If you're not in the mood, I can return the same way once the plane lands."
Cheng Huai glared at her, but because he also had a deep understanding of this woman's ingratitude, he straightened the hem of his suit and sat up with a cold face: "Speak."
As expected, he could only speak politely when he felt he had the upper hand.
Su Tu did not argue with him anymore. He just made his goal clear and finished the effect as soon as possible. After determining the direction of modification, he put away the computer and fell silent again.
Two hours later, the flight arrived at H City International Airport.
Nearly another hour passed before the business car arrived at the hotel.
It was almost 6 p.m. at this time. Su Tu took the room card and walked straight into the elevator. He went all the way to the room, and just as he was about to close the door, it was pushed open from outside.
How could Cheng Huai not understand what she was anxious about? He insisted on staying with her at the door until the hotel manager brought a pressed dress. He then threw it in and said, "You only have five minutes. Change your clothes and come with me to the 27th floor to have dinner with Party A."
Five minutes. Su Tu only glanced at the slip dress in the transparent bag before throwing it into the nearest wardrobe. Then he unlocked his phone and hurriedly typed a message: [I have something urgent tonight and may be late to deal with it. You can go back first and don't need to pick me up.]
But Shi Shu also has something to talk to her about tonight: [Where? ]
I'll wait for you there.
Su Tu hesitated for almost three minutes, still not knowing how to answer, so he could only say in a roundabout way: [Can you go back first? I really have something to deal with. I'll explain it to you after I'm done.]
Shi Shu had already realized that something was wrong and asked again: [Where?]
“…”
She felt a little regretful that she had not kept the person when they separated at noon. At least in this way, when she came down from the office, she would have had a chance to make a statement in person.
Instead of waiting until now, being imprisoned, and unable to explain clearly in the only minute left.
-In H City, Langyue Hotel, please come pick me up, I want to go with you...
Just as the thought of asking for help came to mind, there was a sudden knock on the door: "Bang bang bang——"
“Think about your house.”
"Are you sure you want to be late for your first meeting with Party A?"
Su Tu suddenly looked up, his knuckles turning white as he gripped the phone. Finally, he endured it, opened the door and walked out.
Cheng Huai saw that she was still wearing that warm coat and frowned immediately: "Why didn't you change?"
Su Tu's emotions were also at a critical point: "I want to find a female companion to go to the club!"
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The two of them spoke in silence along the way.
They each went to the private room on the 27th floor with a stern face.
But it was not until he pushed the door open that Su Tu realized that there was no one in the private room. He looked at the time again: 18:16.
If they were not late, the agreed time should have been at 6:30 or even 7:00, but he deliberately informed her that it was only five minutes to avoid her staying in the room alone.
In response, Cheng Huai explained: "You can't expect Party A to be on time?"
Su Tu didn't say anything. He felt his phone vibrate twice in his pocket again. He no longer cared whether he was staring at him or not, and unlocked it to check.
Shi Shu: Where is it?
Shi Shu: [What happened]
Then I replied in front of him: [Nothing, I am going to have dinner with Party A]
【Call you back when it’s over】
Shi Shu, however, couldn't recall any local real estate projects on her schedule: [Where did the client come from?]
“…”
Su Tu's fingertips hovered over the screen, and he couldn't figure out how to respond for a long time.
So the situation was like her provocation failed, and she couldn't go on. Cheng Huai retorted: "Why don't you say anything?"
He even reminded me: "I introduced you to Party A. Have you forgotten so quickly?"
Of course she hadn't forgotten, and there was nothing she couldn't say. She just needed enough time and careful wording to ensure that she could explain herself clearly, rather than speaking incoherently and having the opposite effect, before she could speak.
But the current environmental conditions obviously do not allow this.
Before she could even say anything in response, people started arriving in the private room one after another until it was completely full, and the conversation gradually began to unfold.
She then realized that she had been deceived again.
She didn't know whether there was any so-called Party A among the people at this table, but she could tell from his familiar greetings with everyone that there were many of his classmates among them.
There are even two who, like her, graduated from the School of Design and Creativity.
In other words, this can actually be considered a small class reunion, except that a few of these classmates happen to be working at Guansheng Group.
Familiar people get together.
The topic of conversation was naturally the well-known past.
Even though Su Tu didn't recognize them, it didn't stop them from reminiscing about the past: "It's you again, kid. After so many years away, you just came back and brought our Soochow University campus beauty back with you."
"Of course not, Brother Huai is still as charming as ever!"
"Speaking of which, how many men did School Beauty Su reject for you back then? I thought the matter would be over once you left the country, but who knew you'd wait until now!"
"Tsk tsk, your hard work really paid off. You actually waited for her and she came back."
"That certainly can't be someone who's just being overly enthusiastic. If he didn't have that intention, why would he suddenly return home? Why would he bring someone with him?"
"So you two are reconciled now, right?"
Cheng Huai chuckled.
It felt like he had been hit on the mark, but he didn't let it go: "Not really."
As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately aroused the anger of the crowd: "I say, kid, that's enough! If you really let him get away, you will regret it!"
"That's right! As a girl, you've been waiting for so many years, you should take the initiative."
"I'm putting this on hold today! If you dare to let our school beauty Su down again, I'll hit you!"
"Just you?"
"What's wrong with me?"
"What's wrong with you? What's wrong with you? Don't you have any idea? Hahahaha - if you could dig this corner, why would you wait until now? Shouldn't you have done it back then!"
"How do you know he didn't get in? Is it possible that he was rejected and didn't dare to say it?"
"grass……"
"Come to think of it, I still haven't figured it out. You said you two couldn't let go of each other, so why did you break up back then?"
"I remember that Lao Cheng had already received the acceptance letter from YC, right? Did he have a falling out with the school beauty Su because he was going abroad?"
Cheng Huai glanced at the person sitting next to him who was feeling very uncomfortable, suppressed his smile, and replied ambiguously: "I really don't like people making such a fuss with me."
“Fuck—”
"You are so brave!"
"But if you ask me, there's nothing wrong with what Old Cheng did. A man's career should be his most important priority. If he hadn't ended up like this, how could School Beauty Su still be so obsessed with him?"
"That's true, but this guy is really lucky to have met such a loyal..."
Su Tu finally understood what the purpose of his appearance was. It was said that she had been waiting for him for so many years, but if he didn't see it with his own eyes, how could the rumors hold true?
And the more "committed" she is to him, the more it proves his personal charm.
And that outfit.
It was so cold, if she wore it, it would mean she was flattering him, if she didn't wear it, it would mean she was willing to "keep her place" for him, and the effect would not be too bad.
They also tried to force her to sign a contract and tricked her into falling into the trap step by step.
But the gap between people can still be so obvious.
Su Tu hasn't picked up his chopsticks yet, and his stomach is still empty. He doesn't know if it's psychological or physiological.
She was really about to vomit.
Her cell phone continued to vibrate in her pocket, and she couldn't find any reason to stay any longer, so she stood up silently, not even feeling the need to say something like "I'm going to the bathroom."
He turned and left the private room, holding back his nausea as he walked to the door before swiping across to answer the call: "...Hello."
The voice is dry and hoarse.
It felt like I had gone through so much trouble to get in touch with him, and there was a sense of delay for no reason.
Shi Shu was stunned: "What's wrong?"
Su Tu pursed his lips, restrained himself for a while, and then said calmly: "I have thought it through, Shi Shu, give me some more time, and I will go back the day after tomorrow afternoon..."
"Tutu."
There was another voice behind me.
Like a venomous snake spitting out its tongue, it clung to her, damp and sticky, and leaned close to the receiver, whispering slowly, "Why did you come out without saying anything?"
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