Chapter 213 The Reason She Refused to Return to His Side
Shen Jiheng put his arm around Han Xi's waist and spun him around, so that Bo Siye's fingers only touched his back. He only turned around after Han Xi had regained his balance.
Seeing Bo Siyue's ashen face, Shen Jiheng asked curiously, "Bo Siyue, how dare you come to someone else's company party?"
Bo Siye took a deep breath to maintain his gentlemanly demeanor; he couldn't let his image crumble.
He retorted, "You're not even from the Han Shu Group, so how dare you stay here?"
Mentioning this, Shen Jiheng's eyes lit up, and he looked at Peng Ling and said, "Assistant Peng, this Mr. Bo seems unaware of what I've done for your company. Your CEO Han is drunk, so you should explain."
If I said it myself, Bo Siyue would definitely scoff at it. Such a proud thing is more meaningful when it comes from someone else.
Peng Ling said excitedly, "Our CEO Han said that the biggest contributor this time is CEO Shen. He not only helped us with the planning and found all kinds of evidence, but he also persuaded the murderer to turn himself in, which led to a satisfactory resolution."
After Peng Ling finished speaking, other high-ranking officials chimed in.
"President Shen is truly a lucky star for our Han Shu Group. He always appears to help immediately whenever something happens."
Project Manager Xu also stood up to praise him.
“In the past, people in Chongqing said that President Shen was cold-hearted and difficult to get along with, but he was very friendly when he was working with us on projects. I have never seen him swear at anyone. Those are just rumors.”
Seeing Shen Jiheng's smug expression, Bo Siye gritted his teeth. He really didn't expect that Shen Jiheng could even bribe people from Han Xi's company.
He tried to remain calm and said insincerely, "It turns out that President Shen has done so much for you. It's truly touching. I should toast you and thank you for helping Han Xi."
The two rivals stared at each other, creating a dangerous atmosphere. Everyone else took two steps back, fearing they might start fighting.
Bo Siye picked up a wine glass and handed it to Shen Jiheng, as if to remind himself that he would not give up easily.
Shen Jiheng took the wine glass and smiled, "You don't need to toast me at all. Everyone in the company knows that I'm pursuing Han Xi. Besides, given my special relationship with her now, it's only right to help the one I love."
These words drew cheers from the crowd, who were all thrilled to express their admiration for President Shen.
Of course, he could only say these words when Han Xi was not fully conscious; otherwise, if she heard them, he would have to coax her for a long time.
Bo Siyue felt as if he had been slapped several times. He gritted his teeth and said, "President Shen, don't talk nonsense. I have never heard Han Xi say that you two have gotten back together. She was drunk, and I took her home."
Seeing that he was still not giving up, Shen Jiheng joked, "Mr. Bo, it seems you don't know yet, Han Xi and I are living under the same roof now. I will take her back directly later, so you don't need to worry about it."
These words confirmed that the two were living together, which excited everyone present even more.
Seeing that his face was turning ashen and he was about to break down, Shen Jiheng smiled and said, "It's not your fault. After all, I'm the one who's been by Han Xi's side all along. It doesn't matter if you don't know. Now go back to where you came from."
Bo Siye suppressed his anger and instead revealed a contemptuous smile.
He stepped forward and looked at Shen Jiheng with a reproachful gaze.
"Han Xi did tell me the reasons behind this. After all, you, Mr. Shen, bear the main responsibility for how the child turned out. I think if it weren't for these things, Han Xi wouldn't still hold a grudge against you now."
Do you still resent him to this day?
Shen Jiheng looked at the dazed person in his arms; this was the reason why Han Xi had refused to return to his side.
Bo Siye pressed his advantage, saying, "If I were you, I really wouldn't have the face to bother them again. You haven't hurt her enough."
How could Shen Jiheng be discouraged by him? He buried his head in Han Xi's head and confidently replied, "I admit the mistakes you made, but I will make up for them. Haven't you seen that Han Xi has already begun to accept me?"
Bo Siye was grinding his teeth so hard he almost broke them; he didn't understand.
Back then, Han Xi was clearly heartbroken, so why would she rather return to his side than accept her, who was genuinely devoted to her?
She watched helplessly as Shen Jiheng embraced Han Xi and chatted and laughed with his employees, while she herself couldn't fit in at all.
"Shen Jiheng, you don't deserve her at all."
Whether you are a good match or not is not up to you to decide, but I know that Han Xi will never choose you.
To kill someone is to destroy their spirit; Shen Jiheng didn't take him seriously at all.
Bo Siye felt like a clown staying here, and could only leave in anger.
Hearing laughter behind him, no one paid any attention to him.
Perhaps even in Han Xi's heart, she was nothing more than a passerby, someone who could be forgotten at any time.
Bo Siye walked out of the restaurant and called Ding Shan; their plan should begin.
The restaurant was still bustling with activity.
Han Xi opened her eyes groggily. She had lost consciousness due to the effects of the alcohol. Through her blurry eyes, she saw Shen Jiheng looking at her with tender eyes.
"I think... I think I heard Si Ye's voice."
Shen Jiheng, worried that she might fall, held her even tighter and said with a smile, "He was indeed the one speaking just now. He said he had to leave first."
Han Xi leaned against him and said, "You, you mustn't bully him."
Shen Jiheng brought his mouth close to her ear and whispered, "Then I won't bully him, but can I bully you?"
Han Xi grabbed his collar and raised her head, her rosy cheeks making Shen Jiheng want to take a bite.
If it weren't for the many eyes watching him, Shen Jiheng really would have made another move.
Han Xi shook her head: "No, I can't let you bully me."
Shen Jiheng pressed further: "Then tell me why. Are you afraid I won't take responsibility?"
Han Xi waved her hand, not wanting to continue this topic, and forcefully broke free from his embrace, walking towards the table.
"I don't want to waste my breath on you, I need to go drink with everyone."
Faced with Han Xi, who had a poor alcohol tolerance but always wanted to challenge others to drinking contests, Shen Jiheng shook his head helplessly.
Shen Jiheng took two steps forward, stopped her, and pulled her to his side. "Don't drink anymore. If you go back like this, aren't you afraid of scaring the children?"
Upon hearing this, Han Xi seemed frozen in place and quickly nodded.
"Yes, yes, I just promised my son I wouldn't get drunk. Oh no, I'm definitely going to get scolded."
Occasionally, when she comes home after drinking at a social event, Han Yuxuan acts like a housekeeper, constantly criticizing her mother for not taking care of her health.
Han Xi still doesn't understand how a three-year-old child could understand so many principles.
As Han Xi slapped her face, Shen Jiheng grabbed her hand with heartache and said helplessly, "Stop hitting yourself, I'll take you out to sober up."
Shen Jiheng greeted the others and then led Han Xi outside.
As the alcohol took effect, Han Xi staggered unsteadily. Shen Jiheng called the driver, but Han Xi refused to get in the car.
"Shen Jiheng, aren't you very capable? Then carry me back."
Shen Jiheng's eyes were full of doting affection as he walked in front of her and bent down.
"Get on, I'll carry you."
Han Xi didn't stand on ceremony and jumped onto his back. The moment he was carried, she felt a sense of security she had never experienced before, and it was also very comfortable.
Han Xi murmured, "You can just keep carrying me like this."
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
