Chapter 354 Combat Status
Han Xi felt that the two of them were currently in a state of combat, trying to guess each other's thoughts.
He tried every means to drive her away, and she could only use all her cunning to get close to him.
Although Han Xi felt that this matter was definitely related to his injuries, he had not yet determined the truth and could only explore it in this way.
Shen Jiheng took her back to his office, and as he closed the door, he suddenly grabbed her hand and pinned her against the door.
"I didn't realize you were being so proactive."
After saying that, Shen Jiheng pinched her chin. He knew that Han Xi was a perfectionist when it came to relationships, otherwise she wouldn't have been alone all these years.
That's why he deliberately hired someone to put on that show at the hospital; given her personality, she would definitely find it annoying and disgusting.
But he seemed to have miscalculated. He could tell from Han Xi's initiative to kiss him yesterday that she didn't mind.
In the past, Han Xi would have definitely pushed the person away, but now she's doing the opposite.
Han Xi then wrapped her arms around his neck and said with a charming smile, "Do all men like this? What are you thinking right now?"
Shen Jiheng leaned close to her ear and whispered, "I was thinking that since you're so casual, you must have been quite busy during those years abroad."
Such humiliating words would make anyone angry, but to Han Xi they sounded like a joke.
She snuggled closer to Shen Jiheng, inhaling his scent.
Although he was wearing perfume, you could still smell the medicine on his body and the unique smell of disinfectant from the hospital if you looked closely.
If I'm not mistaken, he should be spending the night at the hospital.
Why did he hide it so deeply, and then push her away in such a hurtful way?
No matter what he faces, Han Xi will be there for him. Why can't he trust himself?
Seeing her deep in thought, Ji Heng smiled and said, "What's wrong? Are you thinking about how to explain this to me? I bet you don't even know who the child's biological father is."
Han Xi looked up, her beautiful eyes filled with sorrow, making Shen Jiheng realize that his words had been hurtful.
He apologized a thousand times in his heart, wishing Han Xi would be as stubborn as before and not come looking for him.
But why did she still come even though she was heartbroken?
Han Xi gave a bitter smile, wondering how he could possibly bring him to his senses.
"You're curious why I'm here, right? It's because I can't bear to leave. Shen Jiheng, what's wrong with you? Can you tell me? We agreed not to hide anything from each other, but you haven't kept your word."
Shen Jiheng released her and turned his back to her.
"I don't know what nonsense you're making up, I'm just fed up with this relationship."
"Stop pretending. I know you won't change your mind, otherwise I wouldn't have tried so hard to win you back. Has your condition changed? Are you afraid of hurting me?"
Shen Jiheng turned around and chuckled: "Have you been watching too many idol dramas? You're imagining yourself as a tragic heroine. But I'm not the male lead in those dramas, and I have no interest in acting with you."
Han Xi reached out to pull him but was shaken off. Shen Jiheng strode back to his office chair and sat down, coldly observing her.
Han Xi took a deep breath, nodded, and said, "Okay, let's get down to business. I hope you can fulfill the requirements of the contract again and produce packaging materials for us."
Shen Jiheng tapped the table and said unhappily, "I've made myself very clear. Besides, Ximei already has new orders and can no longer cooperate with Han Shu."
"Since you can cancel our order, you can cancel theirs too. In any case, I only use Ximei's packaging materials."
Han Xi's words amused Shen Jiheng. When did she start to learn to be a rogue?
"Continuing our cooperation is not out of the question, but you have to agree to three conditions."
Han Xi gritted her teeth and asked with a smile, "You tell me!"
Han Xi was now wondering if Shen Jiheng was doing this on purpose, in order to use an unconventional method to bring the two of them closer.
However, he quickly dismissed this idea, since under normal circumstances he shouldn't have dared to make that bet.
Shen Jiheng arrogantly said, "First of all, you proposed that we cancel the new order, so you should be responsible for the penalty for breach of contract."
That's really going too far; they're just stirring up trouble.
Han Xi held back and nodded, saying, "That's no problem."
“In addition, the price of the packaging materials will be increased tenfold.” Shen Jiheng wanted to see how long she could hold out.
Han Xi said with a forced smile, "President Shen is really kind. You could have just robbed us, but you still gave us the packaging materials. However, Han Shu Group has plenty of funds now, so I agree."
Having agreed to such unreasonable conditions, Shen Jiheng had no choice but to resort to his last trump card.
"The last point is that delivery will not be possible for three months."
"...The new product will be launched no later than the beginning of next month; we originally agreed on the end of the month."
His attitude is determined to ruin the cooperation negotiations.
"Couldn't we move it a little earlier? We can discuss the time later."
“With a city as big as Chongqing, you can find any kind of packaging company you want. There’s no need to keep focusing on Ximei.”
Han Xi stared intently at him. Did Shen Jiheng still not know what he was staring at?
Sensing that look, he deliberately turned his head away and said sternly, "In short, if you want to cooperate, wait another three months, otherwise there's no point in talking."
"Okay, I agree!"
Unexpectedly, Han Xi agreed, and Shen Jiheng stared at her in disbelief.
She knew that this new product was very important to her, and that it was a time to rebuild the reputation of Hanshu Group.
Previously, due to Minister Qiu's incident, Han Shu Group was in a state of depression, and many peers ridiculed them behind their backs, saying that they could not do anything without the veterans.
Han Xi was in such a hurry to have Tang Yi develop a new perfume simply to prove to the outside world that she could still manage without Minister Qiu.
But to be delayed by packaging materials now is completely unlike her style.
Moreover, given his understanding of Qin Chuan, he should have solved this problem for her long ago; she didn't need to dwell on it until now.
Are you sure?
Han Xi nodded, "Yes, I can sign a new contract with you."
Shen Jiheng rubbed his forehead: "Why did you do this?"
Han Xi smiled and said, "Of course Ximei is trustworthy. Then it's settled. I'll have Assistant Qin draft a new contract when I get back. President Shen, you won't go back on your word, will you?"
This is a pit that Shen Jiheng dug himself, so naturally he has to jump in.
But three months... I don't know if I'll even live to see that time...
Han Xi noticed the worry on his face and felt a pang of pain in her heart. She could only move closer to him. So what if the new product launch was postponed? Nothing was more important than Shen Jiheng right now.
"If you can accept these conditions, it would be too stingy of me to refuse them."
"It's settled then. I'll personally deliver the new contract tomorrow."
After Han Xi finished speaking, he smiled and turned around. He was stopped by Shen Jiheng just as he reached the door.
"You can have Assistant Qin handle the contract; there's no need for you to come in person."
"That won't do. To avoid other problems, it's better if I take over personally. Mr. Shen, don't overthink it. Right now, we're just partners."
Han Xi smiled and left, leaving Shen Jiheng completely bewildered, wondering if the situation had changed.
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