When she didn't answer the phone, he actually called Ji Yang directly. Zijin frowned and looked at the mobile phone that Ji Yang brought up. She didn't immediately reach out to pick it up, but the phone was still on a call. She stared at the screen.
, the beating time is real, I don’t want to pick it up at all.
She subconsciously looked at Ji Yang, who was standing in front of her, with a stiff expression on his face, but he was clearly begging her - Miss Shen, answer the phone!
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It's just a phone call, what are you so embarrassed about?
Zijin squeezed the water glass tightly, subconsciously despising her current mood. Doesn't this awkward mood, which is so awkward that she doesn't even want to answer the phone, show how much she cares about Gu Yanshen's "little lover" in the UK?
What?
What should she care about? Why should she care? He and her... accidents are just accidents!
She shouldn't be emotionally affected by a Gu Yan.
Biting her lip, she finally reached out and took the phone from Ji Yang's hand.
Ji Yang secretly breathed a sigh of relief and nodded to Zijin. The message conveyed by his eyes was probably - Miss Shen, please answer the phone first and then give me the phone later.
Then, he turned around and left.
There were no other employees on this floor. Zijin didn't have to dodge when she answered the phone, but she still subconsciously held the phone and walked to her office.
As soon as the door closed, she said "Hey" without emotion.
"Ken answered the phone?"
On the other end of the phone, the deep male voice was familiar, as if it had a bit of magic. Even though it was just through the airwaves, it still made Zijin's heart tremble slightly, "I didn't see the text message I sent you? It's still yours.
What's wrong with the phone? Or, you didn't answer my call on purpose, huh?"
Such a matter-of-fact and slightly questioning tone made Zijin frown subconsciously. She stretched out her hand and put the water glass in her hand on the desk. She calmed down and spoke in a firm tone, "Gu
Boss, just talk about it if you have something to say."
Gu Yanshen, "..."
At this moment, Gu Yanshen, who is far away in the UK, is standing at the gate of Oxford University in the UK. He has one hand hanging down by his side, holding a cigarette between his fingers, and holding a mobile phone in the other hand. The man listens to the female voice on the other end of the phone, calling himself in a weird way.
The moment he said "Mr. Gu", his thick eyebrows suddenly furrowed.
"What did you call me?"
There was silence on the other end of the phone for a moment, and then a serious voice was heard again, "...Mr. Gu, if you don't have anything else to do, I'm going to hang up the phone. I still have a lot of things to be busy with, I -"
"What are you busy with?" Gu Yanshen narrowed his eyes, raised the cigarette in his hand, and took a heavy drag. There was a hint of displeasure in the depths of his eyes, and his tone became a bit more stern, "Zijin, you and
Where am I having a tantrum? Why am I having a tantrum, eh?"
"Mr. Gu, are you kidding me? I have never lost my temper with you, and I have no right to lose my temper with you..."
"Speak normally!"
Gu Yanshen interrupted Zijin impatiently, feeling anxious for a moment, as if even the smell of the cigarette between his fingers was too bitter, "What made you talk to me in such a tone, huh? Speak clearly,
I have time."
"I don't have time."
Zi Jin answered the words coldly and realized that her emotions were really ups and downs. She knew that this was wrong. She shouldn't care about anything with Gu Yanshen. If he was in love or a lover, that was all.
It's his business, isn't it? Why on earth would she do this?
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Subconsciously squeezing his hands, Zijin supported the edge of the desk with one hand, took a deep breath, and finally suppressed the depression in his heart, "Sorry, I still have a lot of things to be busy with."
As soon as she finished speaking, without waiting for Gu Yanshen on the other end to say anything, Zijin couldn't wait to put down the call and threw the phone on the table. She held up her hands, lowered her eyes, and stared at her fingers that were tightly clasped on the edge of the table.
, slender, green-white, but at this moment, due to the strength, the fingertips are a little red.
——Shen Zijin, what are you doing? What are you thinking about?
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Why, after telling myself again and again not to think about it, not to care, yet that area of my chest feels like a big stone has been blocked, causing an unbearable dull pain?
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U.K.
Gu Yan frowned deeply and stared at the mobile phone in his hand. The screen had gone black. The cigarette between his fingers was held directly in his mouth. He held the cigarette in his sexy thin lips and puffed out the cloud. At the same time, he was about to make another call.
, before his eyes flashed, someone appeared in front of him instantly, and the cigarette from his mouth was snatched away by someone.
Gu Yanshen raised his head, "Xiaoyan——"
"Brother Yanshen, didn't you say you should smoke less!"
The girl standing opposite is about 165cm tall, wearing a pink jacket, black leggings, and a pair of traditional snow boots. She is as delicate and cute as a doll, with big eyes that are even more blinking.
. She frowned and threw the half-smoked cigarette that Gu Yanshen had just smoked into the trash can with a look of disgust. Then she stepped forward with a smile, naturally took Gu Yanshen's wrist and shook it, "Today Gu Yanshen
Auntie told me that you are back, and I am so happy. Brother Yanshen, please come back more often in the future. At least, you must come back once a week, otherwise I will be too lonely."
Gu Yanshen put his cell phone into his pants pocket, curled his thin lips, and looked at the girl in front of him who was 6 years younger than him with a bit of doting on his eyes and brows, "There are a lot of things to deal with in City C. When I go back this time,
Your father just left city C. I talked to him on the phone and he said he would come over to see you next month."
"Tch, I'm not counting on him to come see me. I'm counting on you."
The little girl jumped up and down, crawling into Gu Yanshen's arms without any restraint, "Brother Yanshen, how many days will you stay after you come back? Can you stay a few more days? I miss you so much..."
Gu Yanshen somewhat avoided Situ Yan's intimate behavior. He put his hands on her shoulders and pulled her away. There was no emotion in his tone, "I'm here to see you, Aunt Gu. The fastest thing to say is,
I should go back tomorrow."
"ah……"
Situ Yan suddenly looked disappointed, "Are you leaving tomorrow? I still have 2 years to graduate! I can't wait to go back to City C now. As I told Aunt Gu, we are not with you anymore.
You were alone in City C and you didn’t even know what you did!”
"……What's up?"
"You still don't admit it!" Situ Yan pursed his lips, stood in front of Gu Yanshen, tilted his head, and said: "Although Aunt Gu didn't tell me, I happened to hear her when she called that day. This time you come over, Gu
Didn't Auntie say anything to you?"
Gu Yan narrowed his eyes deeply, "Did you hear what your Aunt Gu said?"
Situ Yan was still young, and his life from childhood to adulthood had been arranged by his parents. It was like living in an ivory tower. Even if he was studying in the UK, he didn't need to worry about anything, plus his own
Due to her father's professional relationship, she was even more protective of her. So she had no ill intentions. Situ Yan couldn't hide anything about her eldest brother, who was infatuated and admired. When Gu Yanshen asked, she sputtered out everything.
"...Well, I went to see Aunt Gu that day, and I happened to hear Aunt Gu talking on the phone. I didn't pay attention to it at first, but then I heard her talking about you, and I listened to a few words, as if she was talking about something.
...There was a woman who was very close to you, and she also said that the woman was from Lotus. Later, Aunt Gu found me and hung up the phone without saying anything else. Although Aunt Gu didn't say anything,
But I could see that her face looked very bad, and she seemed to be ill after that."
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Gu Yanshen knew that his mother would definitely notice what happened between him and Shen Zijin, but what he didn't expect was that it would happen so quickly.
When he asked Aunt Bao to take care of Zijin, he didn't think that much. At that time, something happened suddenly, and he did neglect a lot. After all, it was the first time he encountered such a thing. For Gu Yanshen, "
The adjective "woman" does not make him think twice and be cautious like "business".
This was the first time for him to lower his body and touch a woman like this.
"...Brother Yanshen, brother Yanshen?"
Situ Yan noticed that Gu Yanshen's face turned gloomy after hearing what she said, and she didn't know what he was thinking. She grabbed his sleeves and was a little surprised, "There can't really be any women, right?"
"Children, don't ask these questions."
Gu Yanshen reached out and rubbed Situ Yan's long black hair, brushed her hand away without leaving a trace, and walked to his car, "Let's go, I'll take you to have something to eat."
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In the evening, after Gu Yanshen sent Situ Yan back to his residence, he returned to Gu Huimin's residence.
It was still early, and Gu Huimin was sitting in the living room, pruning potted plants. When the servant said, "The young master is back," she put down the scissors in her hand and stood up with a smile. Sure enough, she saw Gu Yanshen taking off his coat.
Walking towards her, she reached out, took her son's hand, and pointed to the potted plant, "How is it? Mom just had someone deliver it."
"Very good." Gu Yanshen leaned over, looked carefully, and then nodded, "Mom, how is your cough?"
Gu Huimin sighed softly, "I took some Chinese medicine and asked my family doctor to treat it for me. I'm much better now."
"Well, it's okay. Mom, I'm going back to City C tonight and come over to say hello to you. There's an important meeting there and I have to go back and chair it."
Gu Huimin's face changed slightly, "So urgent? Is there any meeting that can't be postponed for a few days? You're only here for one night."
"It's more urgent."
Gu Huimin had always advocated that he should take good care of the Qiao family after he returned, so she couldn't seem to find any reason to refute Gu Yanshen's remarks. After thinking about it, she still said: "...when are you going to leave?"
"There are still three hours left. I will go directly to the airport in a moment."
"Have you ever seen Xiaoyan?"
Gu Yan took a deep look at his mother and said in a calm tone, "We had dinner together."
"Yanshen, since you will be leaving soon, Mom will talk to you about the matter. Come and sit down."
Gu Yanshen had expected it. He thought his mother was really unwell before, but after Situ Yan said such unintentional words, he probably understood that his mother might be really unwell, but it shouldn't be serious enough to let her go.
Aunt Qin called him all night, so the reason why he came back this time was probably because of Shen Zijin's matter.
Gu Yanshen has always been very filial to Gu Huimin. Growing up, it was not easy for his mother to take care of him. The mother and son have always been dependent on each other. In fact, she has objections to her and Zijin's affairs. Gu Yanshen feels that he is very
Can understand.
He didn't say anything and sat opposite Gu Huimin. Her lungs were not very good, so Gu Yanshen resisted smoking and crossed his long legs gracefully, "Mom, what can I do for you?"
"A few days ago, Xiao Yan's mother came over and talked to me about you and Xiao Yan."
Gu Huimin glanced at her son, sighed softly, and said slowly: "Yanshen, you also know, in fact, my mother has always hoped that you can be with Xiaoyan... I know that you will think that Xiaoyan is too young.
, but the 6-year age difference is actually not a big difference. You have watched her grow up since childhood. Xiaoyan, this child, has good character and outstanding appearance. The key is that the Situ family is in City C.
His status is not low either."
She paused and then whispered: "Mom is indeed a bit selfish when she says this, but she feels that if you want to gain a foothold in the Qiao family after you go back this time, you must find a strong backer."
Shen, Mom asked you to find a backer, but it’s not that she doesn’t believe you. On the contrary, Mom has always believed in her son. To be honest, Mom’s life has been unsatisfactory over the years, so what if she gives me more money than I can use up? A woman,
It’s a terrible feeling to have a son who can’t even go back to your hometown. But mom has been persevering for you, and now she has finally gotten through it. Mom doesn’t want you to give up all your efforts.”
These few words had profound meanings. Gu Yanshen was such a shrewd person and had already understood what was happening. He still didn't say anything and just listened quietly.
Gu Huimin saw that her son was silent, and his delicate facial features were dim under the illumination of the crystal lamp above her head. She was a little unsure about what her son was thinking, but she probably weighed it secretly in her heart, and finally finally
Said: "...Xiaoyan's mother also likes you very much. She thinks you are 6 years older than Xiaoyan, mature and stable, and can definitely take good care of Xiaoyan. Xiaoyan will graduate in 2 years, and she will be 24 years old by then.
That's right, just in time, you can get engaged first so that mom can rest assured."
Gu Yan frowned deeply, slowly raised his head and looked at Gu Huimin, "Mom, did you hear something?"
Gu Huimin was stunned for a moment, unable to react, "...Wha, what?"
"Mom, I have grown up. Just like you said, you believe in your own son, so I hope you can believe in what I do. I said that I will let you return to City C with good reason, and I will definitely
I will do it. I have taken your surname since I was born. In this life, I can only have the surname Gu. I will definitely help you get back what the Qiao family owes you. One day, I will also let it go to the Qiao family.
Become Gu. But Mom, marriage is the only thing I want to make my own decision. I really only have the affection for Xiaoyan that a brother has for a sister. Xiaoyan is indeed very good, so I don’t want to ruin her.
For a lifetime of happiness, the Situ family can indeed help me a lot, but I don’t want to do that now."
"Yanshen..."
"Mom, I know you heard what Aunt Bao said. You are too nervous about this matter. I do things in a measured way." Gu Yanshen had no intention of hiding it, but now, of course, he would not choose to do it.
Talk too much to my mother.
Gu Huimin's health has never been very good. He doesn't want to irritate her at this juncture, and now, many things are happening step by step. He needs more time to consolidate everything. As for - Shen Zijin,
He also needs more time.
Now is definitely not the best time to say too much.
When Gu Huimin heard what her son said, she knew that he already knew everything. She lowered her eyes and paused for a moment before finally nodding, "Mom has always respected your choice. Yan Shen, today mom chose to believe you and take a step back.
Then you must also give me a promise. Xiaoyan is still young, but her mother has always liked her. Let's do this. When Xiaoyan graduates, when she is 24 years old, if you can't find someone more suitable than Xiaoyan
Your girl, then Xiaoyan will become my daughter-in-law, Gu Huimin."
Two years, two years, will change too many things. Gu Yanshen feels that there is no need for him to worry about what will happen in two years. For Gu Huimin to propose such an agreement now, he is holding a promise at this moment.
Perfunctory attitude.
"Mom, you like Xiaoyan so much, wouldn't it be better to adopt her as your goddaughter?"
"Can a goddaughter compare with a daughter-in-law?" Gu Huimin disagreed with her face, "This matter has been settled. If mom takes a step back, you have to take a step back, right? Besides, what's wrong with Xiao Yan? Mom
Just like it!”
Gu Yanshen had no idea. He had a deep sense of filial piety towards his mother, so he could not retort too forcefully. His attitude of neither agreeing nor objecting became acquiescence for Gu Huimin.
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c city.
When Mu Chenchu hung up the second call, Zijin had just taken a shower and came out of the bathroom. He saw her sitting on the sofa with one leg crossed, staring at her phone, her face gloomy and muttering.
I don't know what I'm talking about.
"What's wrong?" Zijin wiped his hair and stepped forward.
Mu Chenchu threw the phone to her, and another call came in, "Yours, I've already hung up twice for you, but she doesn't seem to give up."
Zijin glanced at the caller ID, and the name on it was - Xie Lingxi.
Since the last time Xie Lingxi called him, Zijin specially saved Xie Lingxi's number in order to avoid forgetting it when encountering unfamiliar numbers in the future.
Unexpectedly, she would actually call him.
It's just that Zijin is a little surprised. Why is this Xie Lingxi always calling him?
"Ignore it, who knows what's going on. Another day, put this number on the blacklist to save yourself trouble."
Zijin simply threw the phone aside. After thinking about it, he still felt that it was noisy, so he simply turned off the sound and put the phone on silent mode. The two of them were eating potato chips and watching TV. A bubble drama was playing, Mu Chen.
After seeing it with great interest for the first time, Zijin ate a few potato chips and ran to the kitchen to get some water. As soon as he took a sip, he heard the doorbell of the apartment ring.
Both of them were stunned. Zi Jin walked out of the kitchen. Mu Chenchu pointed to the door and then Zi Jin's cell phone, "Isn't it that Xie Lingxi who came to the door?"
Zijin frowned and glanced at the wall clock subconsciously. It was almost 0 o'clock. Tomorrow was a weekend, so she and Chenchen slept late. Is Xie Lingxi really coming to her door?
The doorbell has been ringing. It's such a late night. It's not good to open the door. If the neighbors are disturbed, they will complain. Zijin has no choice but to put down the water glass and walk to the entrance, talking to Mu Chen.
Chu said: "If it's really Xie Lingxi, Chenchen, please go to the room first. It's late at night, and I don't want to quarrel with her. It won't have a good impact."
Mu Chenchu sighed silently in his heart and cursed secretly - Go into the room? What a joke! Xie Xiaojian dared to come to her home to make trouble, does she think she is easy to bully? She has bullied Zijin for so many years, and she couldn't help her before.
Now that I can help, she must kill the mistress.
With this thought, he placed the potato chips in his hand on the coffee table. Mu Chenchu stood up and was about to walk towards the door when he heard Zijin's somewhat unexpected voice not far away.
"Why is it you?"
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After a pause, she heard her lower her voice again, but said extremely tightly: "Let go? I'm going to close the door... What are you doing... You're not welcome here... Ah..."
The corners of Mu Chenchu's eyes twitched slightly. From the sound, it seemed that it was not from Xie Xiaojian. She wiped the corner of her mouth with her thumb and ran over to take a peek. The person standing outside the security door was clearly Gu Yanshen who had left City C for two days.
!
He must have just gotten off the plane. There was a hint of tiredness between his brows, but it did not affect his outstanding temperament at all. He was wearing a navy blue sweater, with a coat hanging on one arm, and the other hand pressing on
He walked up to the security door and was squeezing Zi Jin's hand without letting go. Apart from the faint signs of tiredness between his brows, the rest was sharp.
Seeing him reaching out, flicking the security door, he said in a deep voice, "Open the door, or come out."
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"Why should I open the door? Why should I go out? Gu Yanshen, this is not your home, please leave quickly."
"Zijin, while I'm still talking to you, be good, be obedient, and come out, okay? Otherwise, do you think this door can stop me?" Gu Yan frowned deeply and said in a dark voice.
Such bold words were used in an understatement, but every word could give people a heavy sense of oppression.
Mu Chenchu hid at the corner, looking at the two people facing each other inside and outside the door at the entrance, and secretly marveled in his heart - a man with capital, indeed, no matter what he said or did, he was so graceful and imposing.
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