Chapter 113 Just for a change
Chen Yun's words last night had silently seeped into her heart.
At first, I didn't feel any pain, but the more I thought about it, the sharper it felt.
She's just an assistant now.
Sheng Tingzhou was someone she could never reach.
When she arrived at the company, the receptionist immediately smiled as soon as she entered.
"Miss Song, someone is waiting for you in the reception room. They've been waiting for a while now."
She nodded and walked towards the reception room.
Pushing open the door, I immediately saw Zhao Xueran sitting on the sofa.
"Ms. Zhao, so early?"
She paused slightly, her tone carrying a hint of surprise.
Zhao Xueran immediately stood up, looking somewhat anxious.
"Attorney Song, I've been organizing some things these past few days, all about my husband. I brought them with me today, so please take a look and see if they're of any use to you."
As she spoke, she took a folder out of her bag.
Song Zhiwei took it and then walked to the desk and sat down.
As I scrolled through the pages, I found nothing but chat screenshots, bank transfer records, and a bunch of secretly taken photos.
The two were incredibly sweet in their chat history.
The man's tone immediately turned cold when Zhao Xueran was mentioned.
One particular chat log stood out.
When she was pursuing me, wasn't it just because I was rich? You're different; you love me for who I am.
If it weren't for me all these years, would she be living in a big house and driving a nice car? She should kneel down and thank me.
Don't worry, once the baby is born, she won't have the nerve to cause trouble. Once things calm down, I'll divorce my wife and marry you.
Song Zhiwei looked up and her gaze fell on Zhao Xueran's face.
Her eyes were still a little red, as if she had cried last night.
Fortunately, her emotions are much more stable than before.
Zhao Xueran smiled at her.
"Attorney Song, don't worry about me. I've thought it through. Men, they say sweet things, but their hearts are full of thorns."
Song Zhiwei nodded slightly, her voice steady.
"Let me sort through these documents first. Has your husband secretly transferred any assets? Have you discovered anything?"
Zhao Xueran sighed.
"We've made some progress, but the evidence isn't solid enough yet, so we need to investigate for a while longer."
Song Zhiwei raised her head and met her gaze.
"Okay, I'll deal with these materials first. If you make any new discoveries, feel free to contact me."
Zhao Xueran nodded, stood up, thanked her, and turned to leave the reception room.
A short while later, someone called her from outside the door.
"Zhiwei, President Sheng wants to see you and asks you to go to his office."
Song Zhiwei frowned, her fingertips hovering over the edge of the document.
Did he specify which document he wanted?
The person outside the door shook his head.
"No, they just said you need to come over immediately."
"oh."
She responded, stood up, and walked towards the stairs.
Standing in front of that familiar door, I gently knocked three times.
"Come in."
A deep male voice came from inside the room.
She bit her lip, then pushed open the door and stood in front of the desk.
"Mr. Sheng, is there something you need?"
Sheng Tingzhou was flipping through a document when he heard the sound and slowly raised his head.
"What? You think I don't know you just because I slept with you?"
Song Zhiwei lowered her eyelashes and softened her voice.
I didn't mean that.
"What do you mean by what happened this morning?"
He leaned back in his leather chair, his gaze fixed on her.
"Avoiding me?"
"A client made a last-minute appointment with me."
She answered very quickly.
Sheng Tingzhou chuckled softly, his gaze gradually turning cold.
"Ha, so busy with work that you can't even see the boss?"
Song Zhiwei lowered her eyes, staring at her toes, and said nothing more.
Seeing that she didn't say anything, he simply stood up and walked straight up to her.
"Attorney Song, are you playing the silent treatment game with me?"
She took two steps back, her voice steady.
"I didn't. You're my boss, and I'm just my assistant. How could I dare to have any objections?"
He stared at her, his gaze heavy.
"Yes, I have no objection. But your attitude is even more hurtful than having an objection."
She clenched her fists, feeling a tightness in her chest.
Why would you come looking for her when you already have your childhood sweetheart?
Why must she endure such torment time and time again?
"Mr. Sheng, if there's nothing else, I'll go back to my work now."
He suddenly reached out, grabbed her wrist, and yanked it hard.
The next second, she fell into his arms.
What are you doing!
She looked up, her eyes filled with rage.
"I've only ignored you for one day, and you're already turning on me?"
He pinched her chin, his tone filled with helplessness.
What did I do to offend you?
"Let go."
Song Zhiwei tried her best to break free.
But he held her waist firmly, and she didn't move an inch.
"Don't loosen it."
He whispered, his voice close to her ear.
You need to explain yourself clearly.
Sheng Tingzhou lowered his head, his face gradually getting closer.
She looked away, her gaze drifting out the window.
After a long while, he spoke in a low voice.
"Yesterday, I saw the girl you've known since childhood."
Sheng Tingzhou was taken aback.
Then, the corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up.
"That's it? So you were jealous?"
"I don't!"
She glared at him suddenly, her cheeks burning red.
"Still being stubborn?"
His smile deepened, and his fingertips gently brushed against her lower lip.
"Tsk, so you're not a block of iron after all. You can blush and dodge too."
He thought that after he had been humbly coaxing her for so long, she hadn't been moved at all.
The way she looks right now clearly shows that she cares.
Song Zhiwei suddenly reached out and pushed his chest, but he stopped her as if he had anticipated this.
"He's definitely not my childhood sweetheart."
Sheng Tingzhou looked at her, his gaze calm.
"Our families know each other, we met a few times when we were kids, and we visit each other during holidays. That's all. We're not as close as you think, and we have no other relationship. If you don't believe me, I can say it again."
Song Zhiwei's mind was filled with the image of Chen Yun's arrogant demeanor from last night, and her heart pounded with anxiety.
Should we believe him or not?
Or is this just his usual way of appeasing others?
What did she say to you?
Sheng Tingzhou suddenly tightened his grip on her chin, forcing her to lift her head.
She spoke up as if in a fit of pique.
"She said... I'm your assistant, I have no right to interfere in your affairs."
She regretted it as soon as the words left her mouth.
She actually complained to Sheng Tingzhou?
The moment this thought popped into my head, it felt like something had brushed against my chest, making me feel both itchy and embarrassed.
Sheng Tingzhou chuckled softly.
"A mere acquaintance is worth her gossiping about? She has nothing better to do than spread rumors about people."
"Then how come she's at your house?"
Song Zhiwei lowered her eyes and her voice became softer.
Perhaps it was because she had just taken over Zhao Xueran's case that she had a clearer understanding of it.
Those men who appear glamorous on the outside may be gentle and considerate to your face, but they may not be clean behind the scenes.
Perhaps his attempts to comfort and explain to her now are just for the novelty of it all.
Sheng Tingzhou spoke in a calm tone.
"She was just passing by and helped me pick up some things, it was that simple."
Song Zhiwei pursed her lips, her mind still in turmoil.
But no matter how many problems there are, they cannot change the facts before our eyes.
They weren't even boyfriend and girlfriend.
It never even had a formal title.
She had used up all her courage to say it.
"Alright, I'll go get busy now."
Sheng Tingzhou withdrew his gaze, his tone indifferent.
Song Zhiwei paused for a moment, her fingers unconsciously curling up.
He raised his hand and glanced at his watch.
"Come with me to meet a client later."
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