Chapter 6, Each with Their Own Agenda
As soon as the door opened, the heavily intoxicated Che Xiaoman fell into his arms
Who informed Song Yiming
Why are there other people sitting in my office
Shen Qianxue stood there in a daze, staring in horror at her phone, which was shattered into pieces
The sky after the rain is bright and clear, with sunlight filtering through the glass, revealing a small rainbow. Yet, these beautiful scenes have become the source of Song Yiming's suffering
Now, Xia Ziming is wholeheartedly intent on reconciling with Shen Qianxue, while Che Xiaoman is left neglected, inevitably resorting to some extreme measures. Shen Qianxue is uncertain whether her suspicions are correct or not
Due to the pressure exerted by Xia Ziming, Shen Qianxue felt somewhat breathless, as if the work would never be completed. Moreover, Xia Ziming would often pick on her, continuously increasing her workload.
Song Yiming simply replied with a "good" and then did not disturb Shen Qianxue any further
At this moment, everyone finally reacted and hurried forward to help
Thinking of Song Yiming wearing this outfit to the jewelry store, I fear the security guards would be scared to death? Shen Qianxue couldn't help but laugh out loud
Shen Qianxue walked to Song Yiming's doorstep, crouched down to lift the doormat, and took the key hidden underneath, preparing to unlock the door
"Yi Ming." Shen Qianxue called out Song Yi Ming's name, then leaned forward and pecked his lips, "This is a reward"
But why did Che Xiaoman spend the night at Song Yiming's house
So, are you planning to dismiss me in the name of the company? Or do you intend to terminate the contract with Song Yiming?
The employees in the company were unaware of what had happened and gathered in the corridor to watch the commotion. The sound of a ceramic vase falling to the ground echoed from the office, causing an uproar among the crowd outside
Shen Qianxue leaned forward, her lips brushing against Song Yiming's, who had just applied ointment and powder. Song Yiming was momentarily taken aback, and as Shen Qianxue was about to kiss him deeply, he gently pulled her away.
I understand, I will finish these before leaving work. Shen Qianxue maintained a friendly smile throughout
The windows in the corridor of the residential complex do not have glass, and rainwater always falls into the corridor during windy and rainy weather. Shen Qianxue carefully walked on the damp steps, as there was no sunlight shining in, resulting in a considerable amount of standing water in the corridor
The typhoon day resembles the end of the world, and she, at this moment, is also experiencing the end of the world
The red light in the emergency room had been on for a full three hours. When Song Yiming was pushed out, his arms and neck were wrapped in bandages. A small portion of his face was covered with ointment, resembling graffiti drawn on his face. Shen Qianxue hurriedly followed the nurse pushing the stretcher, constantly watching the unconscious Song Yiming. He appeared very weak, like a solitary reed swaying in the wind, like a leaf that could fall at any moment
In my heart, there is no such person as you
You are being mischievous again
Two years ago, when Lin Miao's family came to vandalize, the voice that Shen Qianxue heard when she called Che Xiaoman was echoing in her mind again
Moreover, Song Yiming is willing to disregard his own safety in order to save her
"Next week, I will take a leave of absence. Shall we find an island to spend a few days on vacation?" proposed Shen Qianxue
What do you want to express? Che Xiaoman's expression changed slightly; Xia Ziming's actions had already displeased her, and now Shen Qianxue had become so shameless, which truly exceeded her imagination
Nightmarish words replayed repeatedly in Shen Qianxue's mind. She held her head, crouching on the ground, as strange phantoms seemed to appear before her, as if Song Yiming and Che Xiaoman were entwined right in front of her.
The heavy rain poured down like a ferocious beast, accumulating water on the road surface. Leaves mixed with debris were swept into the drainage system, which became clogged with these obstructions. The rainwater rose higher and higher on the road, eventually surpassing people's ankles
At that moment, a rumble of thunder echoed through the overcast sky. The light of the lightning fell through the corridor window, sweeping across Song Yiming's sinister profile, illuminating his face filled with disgust
"Qianxue, do you still remember that time when a typhoon hit and we rode our bicycles at school?" Xia Ziming gazed out the window at the newspapers being swept up by the wind, lost once again in memories of the past. "Qianxue, sometimes I feel that we can still go back.
"You are insane!" Shen Qianxue looked at the hopeless Xia Ziming, sensing that she could no longer stay in this office, and she rushed towards the office door
"Yiming, come and tell your parents how you met this girl," Song's mother said, sitting somewhat inquisitively at the edge of Song Yiming's bed, her face displaying an expression that suggested she was eager to become a grandmother.
Qianxue, you have already broken up. Can you let Ziming be with me?
Would it be better to ask Song Yiming?
Song Yiming stood by the window, slightly lifting a corner of the curtain. The wind outside swayed the tall trees by the roadside, and the street vendors had all packed up and left early. The shops on both sides of the road had closed their doors and windows, and at this moment, the street was empty and desolate, though an occasional car or bus would pass by.
Just as Shen Qianxue reached the office door, a face illuminated by a flashlight suddenly appeared. Song Yiming emerged unexpectedly, making a starving ghost expression at Shen Qianxue
Shen Qianxue leaned against the door, letting out a deep sigh, her heart engulfed in immense conflict
Finally, under Song Yiming's insistence, his parents invited Shen Qianxue in and apologized to her.
Although Che Xiaoman is petite and delicate, she has a good figure. Especially now that she is drunk, her face is flushed, exuding a hint of seductive allure
"Come give me a hug of love before you go?" Song Yiming opened his arms, waiting for a hug of love. Shen Qianxue shot him a glance and turned to leave.
What are you foolishly smiling about
Song Yiming stood by the window, gazing at the raging wind and torrential rain outside, feeling somewhat uneasy in his heart
"What are you all talking about?" Shen Qianxue walked over. The few colleagues gathered together saw Shen Qianxue approaching and hurriedly dispersed, shaking their heads and waving their hands, saying they were not discussing anything.
Song Yiming glanced sideways, embracing Shen Qianxue to avoid Xia Ziming. Xia Ziming, holding a piece of porcelain, rushed directly to the glass window behind the office desk.
The rainwater on the ground has evaporated after a night, leaving only a small amount of standing water on some lower-lying surfaces.
"Do you know that scaring people in the middle of the night can frighten them to death?" Shen Qianxue said somewhat angrily as she walked back to her desk to continue proofreading the manuscript
"Cry if you must, but do not let your tears fall on my skin, as the wounds hurt" Song Yiming said jokingly. Shen Qianxue raised her head, feeling both amused and helpless.
Due to the typhoon, Shen Qianxue had no choice but to cancel her plans and refocus on her work
There is indeed something in the computer files, haha. Che Xiaoman's cheeks flushed, her gaze dreamy, "I heard that you are dating Shen Qianxue, so I specifically came to see you and understand what kind of person my best friend's boyfriend is."
When Shen Qianxue returned to the office, Che Xiaoman ran past her, covering her mouth and crying
Before the office building closed, Shen Qianxue and Song Yiming left the building together. The two walked hand in hand on the quiet street
However, before Shen Qianxue's hand could touch the doorknob, she was forcibly pulled back by Xia Ziming
As she got up, Song Yiming's parents happened to walk in carrying breakfast. The scene of their earlier embrace was also just seen by them. Shen Qianxue couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed, a wave of heat rushing to her cheeks. She offered a shy smile to Song Yiming's parents and hurriedly lowered her head to run out of the hospital room
Song Yiming got out of the car and ran into the company without looking back. When he rushed in, the employees inside the company were somewhat surprised
A few middle-aged men and women walked down from upstairs, looking at Che Xiaoman and Song Yiming with expressions of disgust, as if their eyes were saying, "If you are going to get drunk, do it at home, and don't vomit all over the place"
Hearing the sound of the wind in the dead of night is somewhat unsettling
The next day, when Song Ge woke up, he found that Shen Qianxue was not there, and his parents were sitting at the foot of the bed.
Do not try to change the subject, quickly talk to Mom.
Seeing that his parents were somewhat awkward, Song Yiming decided to send them out
I heard that the car owner and the boss seemed to be arguing quite fiercely, but I do not know the reason for their quarrel
Xia Ziming picked up a piece of broken ceramic from the ground and rushed towards Song Yiming. If it had not been for Yang Xiaofan's timely warning of "be careful," Song Yiming would likely have had his arm cut.
"Did you have a quarrel?" Shen Qianxue inquired while holding a folder
Qianxue, I know that what I am doing is unfair to you, but I have already gotten together with Xia Ziming. If he does not take responsibility for me, I will have no face to meet others...
I just saw the car owner leave the company in tears, why didn't Boss Xia go after him
Qianxue, can you understand my meaning?
Xia Ziming looked towards the direction of the phone, and when he saw the name of the caller, he was completely enraged. He snatched the phone and violently threw it to the ground
A taxi stopped at the foot of the "Zhongzhu Jiuyue" building, and Shen Qianxue, dressed in a black sun-protective top, stepped out of the car
Xia Ziming raised his gaze, a smile that was difficult to interpret
In Xia Ziming's office, the air conditioning is working quietly. Outside the window, a fierce wind is already raging
After Song Yiming's parents left the hospital room, Song Yiming smiled at Shen Qianxue. In that moment, tears streamed down Shen Qianxue's face.
The typhoon began to howl, and the trees by the street were whipped by the fierce winds, making a sound as if they were being chopped down by axes
Song Yiming grabbed the sunshade and rushed out of the house, not even changing his shoes
The sound of the ambulance echoed as the paramedics rushed over with a stretcher. Song Yiming was carefully transferred onto the stretcher by the paramedics. Shen Qianxue watched with a pained heart as Song Yiming, already wearing an oxygen mask, was taken away, crying all the while as she followed the paramedics carrying the stretcher
Song Yiming sat beside her, watching Shen Qianxue eat with great enjoyment, and smiled with satisfaction: "Isn't my cooking excellent? Don't you feel lucky to have a boyfriend who can cook?"
"Although what you say makes sense, as your boyfriend, I do not want you to suffer at work." Song Yiming and Shen Qianxue stopped downstairs in the community. He gently stroked her hair, "I do not care whether the book can be published; I am not someone who sacrifices my girlfriend for personal gain"
Shen Qianxue scoffed lightly and said, "Let the past be the past."
"Look at you, your mouth is all greasy." Song Yiming chuckled lightly, took a tissue, and gently wiped the grease from the corner of Shen Qianxue's lips.
Song Yiming cried out in pain, his skin exposed to the air and light quickly turning red, a sensation akin to that of a vampire being scorched by fierce flames
Shen Qianxue informed him of her current situation, indicating that she was unable to free herself at the moment and suggested discussing the matter of dining together next time
If it were not for the imminent release of Song Yiming's new book, she would not tolerate Xia Ziming. She has already completed the promotional plan and various strategies for the new book. If she were to fall out with Xia Ziming at this moment, it would be detrimental to both her and Song Yiming.
The colleagues formed a human wall behind Shen Qianxue and Song Yiming, blocking the sunlight. Yang Xiaofan stood on a chair, pulling up the damaged blinds. Some colleagues held blackout cloths, while others assisted in moving Song Yiming to another office that had no light
Xia Ziming quickly locked the office door and forcefully dragged Shen Qianxue to the leather sofa on the right side of the office
Your name is Shen Qianxue, correct? Last night we were too excited and said some extreme things to you; please do not take it to heart
"Come in and sober up." Although Song Yiming felt quite helpless, he did not want to provoke the neighbors' dissatisfaction. He grabbed Che Xiaoman's arm and helped her into the house.
After the ambulance arrived at the hospital, the nurses immediately wheeled Song Yiming into the emergency room. The red light outside the emergency room lit up, and Shen Qianxue, in her capacity as his girlfriend, signed the surgical consent form for him. At the same time, the nurses retrieved the patient's records and began to contact the family.
Don't mention this person to me, Xia Ziming, this jerk, who is indecisive and not satisfied with just me, he has to cling to Shen Qianxue. Where am I inferior to Shen Qianxue? I am richer than her, prettier than her... Why do you all like her, why?... Che Xiaoman said, and suddenly vomited with a "wow" sound.
Ha ha...
Okay, just kidding. You should go back now, otherwise your mother will worry. Song Yiming pinched Shen Qianxue's cheek and watched her walk into the hallway.
Go to Mingyu Publishing Company.
After the lightning and thunder, the sky outside began to clear up. The sunlight gradually penetrated the thin clouds, and the howling of the strong wind also gradually subsided.
Shen Qianxue let out a long sigh after he left
Did you go to the market dressed like a robber and not get caught?
Standing in front of the blinds, Xia Ziming took a deep breath and did not respond to Shen Qianxue
The phone buzzed, it was a message from Song Yiming inviting to dinner together
Song Yiming ran out of the street corner, stepping through the rainwater that reached his ankles.
Xia Ziming shouted angrily: "Come back to me!"
Shen Qianxue took a deep breath; although she was very much inclined to lose her temper, she managed to suppress it.
Frantic kisses fall like rain, the typhoon howls outside the window, torrential rain pours down, and the outside world clamors loudly, drowning out the sounds within the office
"I am not misunderstanding," Shen Qianxue feigned calmness, maintaining a smile as she leaned against the door. "But if you go back to see your boyfriend wearing my boyfriend's clothes, I cannot guarantee that Xia Ziming won't misunderstand."
If Xia Ziming dares to bully you, you must tell me immediately, do you understand?" Xia Ziming leaned down and kissed Shen Qianxue's forehead, and Shen Qianxue nodded, smiling warmly
Is anyone there? Is anyone there? The faint voice drifted in the deep night, its tone low and hoarse, appearing pale and terrifying
Has the delivery arrived
The girl who was being pulled by the shoulder and questioned was clearly frightened; she trembled slightly and pointed in the direction of a certain spot in the corridor
The blinds that blocked the light were treated as a lifeline by the fallen Xia Ziming, and with a swift motion, they were all forcefully pulled down.
Shen Qianxue frowned as she looked at Xia Ziming's back, feeling quite displeased. She knew that Xia Ziming was trying to provoke her in this way, but she would never allow him to succeed.
You little rascal
Song Yiming stepped forward and forcefully pulled Xia Ziming, who was pressing Shen Qianxue down, away. He delivered a punch directly to Xia Ziming's jaw, and before he could retreat, he grabbed him again and kneed him in the abdomen.
"Manager, this is Xiaofan. You need to come back quickly. It seems that the boss and Shen Qianxue are fighting in the office, and the door is locked, so I can't get in." Yang Xiaofan's voice sounded very anxious. Upon hearing this, Song Yiming's mood instantly sank.
"A heartwarming breakfast prepared for you." Song Yiming handed the plastic bag containing the breakfast to Shen Qianxue, who was initially taken aback, then revealed a delighted smile
Shen Qianxue, frightened, saw Song Yiming arriving and cried as she rushed into his arms, trembling all over
Song Yiming tidied up the lunch box and accompanied her in proofreading and reviewing the manuscript
Dad, when you married Mom, did you think she was very gossipy
We are all in relationships now, please show some respect. Shen Qianxue was somewhat startled, she withdrew her hand and stood up, preparing to leave Xia Ziming's office
Suddenly, she recalled what had happened yesterday. Before she could answer the call, her phone had already been smashed by Xia Ziming, yet Song Yiming still arrived just in time
"Where is Xia Ziming's office?" Song Yiming asked somewhat roughly as he grabbed an employee.
Shen Qianxue gazed at Song Yiming as if she were staring at the starlight in the night. The kind of person one encounters shapes the kind of life one leads. Shen Qianxue felt fortunate to have met Song Yiming, grateful that he loved her, and that she just happened to love him in return
The hands of the clock on the wall rotate in circles, and time passes by unknowingly
"How did you end up at Yi Ming's house?" Shen Qianxue was no longer the submissive person she used to be; she would not take everything she saw and heard at face value as she did in the past
Why do we have to torment each other? I admit that I got together with Che Xiaoman to provoke you; I just wanted you to come back to my side. Am I wrong? You clearly know that I am this kind of person. Why are you unwilling to show weakness to me? Why did we have to take steps that led us to this point today?
Song Yiming's parents smiled somewhat awkwardly, but the stark contrast in their attitudes still made Shen Qianxue feel a bit uncomfortable
Shen Qianxue crossed her arms and blocked the doorway to send her off: "People are constantly changing. After being in society for so long, some changes are inevitable. Yet you, on the other hand, have remained the same all along." Shen Qianxue's words carried deeper meaning
The trees were ravaged by yesterday's typhoon, and now the entire street is covered with fallen leaves and branches. A few fluffy, soft clouds drift across the bright sky, scattered by the wind and pierced by strands of morning light
All the colleagues in the company have already left work, and apart from the fact that the light in Xia Ziming's office is still on, all other offices have turned off their lights
So it turns out that in your heart, I am such a shameless person
Who knows, perhaps the benefits are not as good here
In the stillness of the deep night, I am very hungry. The sounds coming from outside are long and drawn out, and in the context of the air conditioning's cold air, they seem particularly eerie
Ah! Shen Qianxue instinctively let out a scream, her whole body trembled
At that time, Che Xiaoman advised against reconciliation and employed all sorts of schemes and tactics, all for the purpose of pursuing a relationship with Xia Ziming
After weighing the pros and cons, Shen Qianxue had no choice but to compromise and agree to Xia Ziming's temporary arrangement
Song Yiming did not like the taste of alcohol, so when Che Xiaoman leaned her face closer, he frowned and pushed her away with his hand, creating some distance: "How did you know my home address?"
The dim and gloomy sky showed not a trace of light; it was clearly 10:00 AM, yet the sky was as dark as if it were 10:00 PM. Song Yiming did not have time to open his umbrella and hurriedly flagged down a taxi
"Don't be angry, I was just joking." Song Yiming placed the lunchbox on the table and sat casually on the desk, "I was worried that you might work too late and get hungry, so I went to the market to buy some ingredients and prepared a nutritious dinner for you."
Shen Qianxue was initially oblivious to the sounds outside, as she was fully focused on proofreading the final draft of the document.
Song Yiming stepped out and saw the phone on the ground still ringing, so he picked it up. It might be a friend of Che Xiaoman looking for her, and perhaps the other party could come over to take her back.
Mom and Dad, what brings you here? Where is Qianxue?
Suddenly, the wind began to blow outside the window, and the large trees by the roadside swayed and rustled. The windows were also shaken by the fierce wind, producing a series of banging sounds
Shen Qianxue smiled as she reminded Che Xiaoman
It seems to be related to the editor-in-chief's matters. I heard the manager say that they want to dismiss Shen Qianxue, probably because they feel threatened in their position
The atmosphere of tension spread throughout Xia Ziming's office, while the colleagues crowded outside the door, pressing against it to eavesdrop.
Song Yiming thought this and answered the phone
Xia Ziming was organizing some documents in the office when he saw Shen Qianxue storming in, and a faint smile of triumph involuntarily appeared at the corner of his lips
Che Xiaoman strongly disapproved of Xia Ziming allowing Shen Qianxue to work in his office, while Xia Ziming felt that Che Xiaoman was being overly controlling. The two argued loudly, yet they did not come to blows.
Shen Qianxue looked up, the shadows of the trees were mottled, and the sunlight was warm. She took a deep breath, maintained her smile, and walked into the community
If you think this is appropriate, then let it be. Shen Qianxue did not want to waste time here, so she turned and left Xia Ziming's office
Shen Qianxue informed Song Yiming about the events that had occurred at the company over the past few days. Song Yiming felt somewhat displeased with Xia Ziming's actions and wanted to help Shen Qianxue seek an explanation, but Shen Qianxue stopped him from confronting Xia Ziming.
"Why don't you come to my house and change into a different outfit? Otherwise, if you go home like this, your mother will worry." Song Yiming gently rubbed Shen Qianxue's head, as if he were pampering a beloved pet. Shen Qianxue nodded and gave Song Yiming a gentle hug before leaving
Have some milk. Although Song Yiming doesn't like girls who get drunk and run wild in other people's homes, his upbringing doesn't allow him to directly drive her away.
At that moment, Che Xiaoman's phone rang. Still somewhat intoxicated, Che Xiaoman took out her phone and threw it on the ground
Shen Qianxue licked the medicinal powder stuck to her lips, nodded in approval, and finally couldn't help but laugh
Song Yiming's parents were first overjoyed to see him awake, but then exchanged glances with each other due to having driven away Shen Qianxue
Shen Qianxue walked downstairs, and there were signs of an impending rain outside. However, such weather felt very comfortable, lacking any sense of the late summer heat.
Then just treat it as a late-night snack to calm down.
I really like Song Yiming! When these words slipped out of her mouth, Shen Qianxue's phone rang, and it was a call from Song Yiming.
Shen Qianxue's phone cannot be reached, I don't know what she is busy with now.
What is Xia Ziming's phone number? I'll ask him to pick you up and take you back. Song Yiming helped Xiao Man, whose car was as muddy as a mess. She might have drunk because she was in a bad mood, or maybe it was intentional. But he didn't bother to speculate because how much she drank had nothing to do with him.
Shen Qianxue's hand holding the key trembled slightly. She looked at Che Xiaoman and remembered what Che Xiaoman had said to her many years ago: "I am with Ziming."
Shen Qianxue placed both hands on his desk and looked down at him.
On the day when the typhoon passed, Che Xiaoman and Xia Ziming had another argument because of Shen Qianxue's matter.
It would be better to make some changes here, and also here. Song Yiming stood silently beside Shen Qianxue, pointing out the places she had missed one by one, speeding up her review process.
Qian Xue? How did you come here? Good morning.Che Xiaoman was wearing Song Yiming's shirt, yawning and looking like she had just woken up. She wasn't surprised to see Shen Qianxue, but instead welcomed her like a guest.
Who would go to the vegetable market to be a robber? If you want to go, you should go to a jewelry store.
It's okay, it's okay.Song Yiming held Shen Qianxue tightly, gently stroking her back, and soothing her softly. The other colleagues at the company stopped at the door, not knowing what exactly had happened inside.
"Who is outside? Is it a person or a ghost?" Shen Qianxue felt a bit nervous, and she hurriedly grabbed the wooden pen holder beside her, cautiously moving it towards the outside.
His sunscreen jacket gently fluttered in the wind, a few strands of hair were lightly flying at the brim of his hat. He held breakfast in one hand and an umbrella in the other, leaning against the wall. When he saw Shen Qianxue coming out of the corridor, he called out to her and then walked straight towards her.
Do you still remember? I used to kiss you like this before. You said you liked it when I kissed you. So, do you not like it anymore? Xia Ziming had a smile on his face, but his tone was dangerously serious. He held both of Shen Qianxue's hands with one hand and lifted her chin with the other. "Qianxue, I love you, I really love you. You are mine, you belong to me alone..."
"Qianxue, good morning." A voice came from behind Shen Qianxue, and she turned her head. She saw Song Yiming wearing a sun protection suit, a sun hat, and holding an umbrella, standing under the eaves of her house.
Shen Qianxue stood in the corridor outside the emergency room, wearing Song Yiming's windbreaker, her face full of tears. She clenched her hands tightly, praying that Song Yiming would be okay and hoping he would come out soon.
"Why are you so annoying?" Shen Qianxue wanted to be sad for a little longer, but faced with Song Yiming's teasing, she couldn't help but want to laugh.
"I will pay the fine, just hurry up!" Song Yiming urged the driver desperately, throwing all the money from his wallet onto the passenger seat. Upon seeing the scattered hundred-yuan bills on the passenger seat, the driver immediately disregarded safety. He pressed the accelerator, reaching "Mingyu Publishing Company" at an airplane-like speed
Your new book is about to be released, and I have already prepared the marketing plan. At this critical moment, it is best for us not to have a conflict with Xia Ziming. Shen Qianxue analyzed the current situation, saying, "Once the new book is launched, we can make the next step in our plan. For now, we should endure if we can. We cannot let a moment of impulsiveness ruin everything, can we?"
Song Yiming smiled slyly and then turned to his father: "Dad, why don't you tell me how you pursued Mom back in the day"
The taxi driver was startled by his appearance and expression, yet still drove towards the destination he mentioned
Did you hear the argument in the boss's office this morning
"You didn't put any laxatives in, did you?" Shen Qianxue joked as she took the breakfast, raising her hand to brush aside the short hair that had fallen by her cheek. The birds on the utility pole chirped and flapped their wings, flying over Shen Qianxue's head
Shen Qianxue did not dare to approach the hospital room, so she sat on a chair in the corridor for an entire night
The sound of knocking suddenly echoed. Song Yiming glanced at the time; it shouldn't be Shen Qianxue at this hour
"This is my office now," said Boss Xia, "He asked you to go to the office to talk to him." The former editor-in-chief smiled calmly.
Shen Qianxue was also seeing such a scene for the first time, and she was almost stunned. After a moment, she quickly found a blanket and covered Song Yiming with it, shielding him from the sunlight
At the moment the light streamed into the office, almost everyone was taken aback
Song Yiming's laughter abruptly ceased, replaced by waves of lamentation: "Pain, pain, pain"
The fallen leaves on the ground are swept up into the sky by the typhoon, while the clouds piled up in the air are rolling ominously, seemingly ready to unleash a torrential rain at any moment. The sunlight is obscured by the dark clouds, and within the clouds, there is a hidden surge, uncertain of when it will strike the earth
Song Yiming was somewhat surprised, but this brief surprise was quickly replaced by joy. He tightly embraced Shen Qianxue, resting his forehead against hers, and said, "Be careful on the road"
I have received your intentions, however, the ointment on my lips is a bit bitter, so please kiss me again once I have recovered
At that moment, Shen Qianxue felt afraid, afraid that he would remain asleep in his dreams.
The sound of chiffon fabric being torn echoed in Shen Qianxue's ears, her hands were tightly restrained, tears streamed down from the corners of her eyes, and she screamed hysterically, her voice intertwining with the howling typhoon outside the window
Shen Qianxue seemed to be immersed in the sweetness of love, showing little interest in the idle gossip and rumors of the company. She walked into her office, only to find the already resigned editor sitting at her desk
Shen Qianxue slightly furrowed her brows and turned to head to Xia Ziming's office
"It's nothing." Shen Qianxue said with a smile as she opened the lunchbox
I do not wish to argue with you. Your position as editor-in-chief is temporarily suspended. Until the public opinion storm subsides, you will be responsible for organizing the documents on my side for the time being. " Xia Ziming pointed to the desk beside him, which was filled with meeting documents and drafts. "You should find other editors to hand over your current work, and then come here to revise these documents.
Song Yiming thought this and turned to open the door
Song Yiming prepared black pepper chicken steak, stir-fried okra, and a bowl of winter melon and pork rib soup. The aroma of the dishes filled the entire office, and Shen Qianxue, upon catching a whiff of that fragrance, felt increasingly hungry
"If you want to kiss me, just say so, no need to make excuses." Song Yiming was taken aback for a moment, then immediately revealed a shameless grin.
Based on this alone, she should trust him unconditionally, trusting that he would not betray her.
It is now late-night snack time! Shen Qianxue pointed to the clock on the wall, and the hands have already indicated 9 o'clock.
Song Yiming noticed that more people were gathering, and hurriedly took off his sun protection jacket to wrap it around the disheveled Shen Qianxue
In the darkness outside the office, flickering lights drifted, resembling the legendary will-o'-the-wisps.
I heard that the former editor-in-chief has suddenly returned
Shen Qianxue got up and went back to the bedroom to change clothes
Did she not resign? How did she suddenly come back
Shen Qianxue smiled and gently tapped his arm with her hand, saying, "I have to go to work now, you don't need to see me off. If the sun happens to come out halfway, I won't have time to take you to the hospital for a check-up"
With the assistance of Song Yiming, Shen Qianxue finally completed all her work before 10 o'clock
That day, Ziming had too much to drink. He refused to go home and insisted on spending the night at the hotel. Then... he mistook me for you... we...
"Qianxue, you have really changed a lot; I hardly recognize you now." Che Xiaoman put on her high heels but still did not want to leave
The vacation plans ultimately fell through, as the notification of the typhoon's passage swept across everyone's phones
Among everyone, only Xia Ziming sat on the ground, trembling all over
When Shen Qianxue arrived at the company by bus, many colleagues were gathered together, seemingly discussing some significant matter
"Qianxue, I know that the person you love is me. You are with Song Yiming just to provoke me, aren't you?" Xia Ziming suddenly grasped Shen Qianxue's hand that was holding the pen, and a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes, which dimmed after she averted her gaze from him.
"Brother, if you go any faster, my car is going to fly off the road," the driver joked, as the heavy rain pounded against the taxi's windshield, the wipers moving incessantly. "There's a typhoon today, and now it's pouring rain. Driving too fast can easily lead to a traffic accident. There's a red light ahead; we need to stop."
Che Xiaoman clenched her fist, glared at the door, and turned away.
As elders, we also wish for the well-being of the younger generation. We are not authoritarian or overbearing parents; since Yiming has already recognized you, we, as parents, do not oppose it
"Ah, look at me, I drank too much and don't even know whose place this is. I thought I was with Ziming last night, but it turns out to be Song Yiming." Che Xiaoman pretended to be surprised, and hurriedly explained, "Qian Xue, please don't misunderstand, we just drank too much and didn't do anything."
The clock on the wall ticked and tocked. Shen Qianxue glanced at the time inadvertently and realized that there was only half an hour left before the office building closed. She had to quickly finish the work in her hands.
Who? Who is outside? Shen Qianxue was startled by a flickering will-o'-the-wisp and quickly stood up from the chair.
Song Yiming watched as Che Xiaoman finished the milk in her cup, then turned and walked to the room to find his phone and call Shen Qianxue
A small car was parked not far away. The owner of the car gazed at the two figures leaning against each other, his fists clenched tightly. Then, he stepped on the gas and drove away.
Shen Qianxue looked at Song Yiming's careful appearance and felt really happy.
Song Yiming raised his hand and gently caressed Shen Qianxue's cheek: "This is how annoying I am, and I want you to hate me for a lifetime." His hand was somewhat cool, and the movement of his fingers appeared sluggish. Yet, this sluggishness made him seem very gentle, like the warm breeze of an April day.
When they reached the edge of the sofa, Song Yiming directly let go of her hand, allowing her to fall onto the sofa alone, crying and sobbing.
The next day's weather was cool, with a gentle breeze and gray clouds covering the blue sky. For a moment, there was a feeling of crisp autumn air.
Song Yiming furrowed his brows, took a step back, and forcefully kicked the door. It was unclear whether the door was too weak to withstand the impact or if Song Yiming had exerted all his strength. With a thunderous roar, a sound like a thunderclap erupted in the sky, and the door subsequently collapsed to the ground
Shen Qianxue noticed that he did not speak, so she did not press further. She returned to her desk and continued to review and revise the documents.
Song Yiming let out a sigh of disappointment, and after taking a few steps, Shen Qianxue turned back and stepped forward to give him a hug.
After all, there is a typhoon outside now, and it may not be long before there is heavy rain.
Yang Xiaofan, quickly install the blinds! Xiao Min, quickly call an ambulance!
I mean, you are still as beautiful as before, with a sweet smile that would melt anyone's heart. Shen Qianxue still maintains her smile as she watches Che Xiaoman pass by her side, then she smiles and "snap" separates herself from the outside of the house.
At that moment, a strange sound came from outside the office
Shen Qianxue sighed helplessly, realizing that there was a reason why Song Yiming had been single for so many years
"There are no laxatives, but I see that your dark circles have become quite pronounced lately, indicating that you haven't been sleeping well. I've placed a few sleeping pills for you." Song Yiming said with great seriousness, not forgetting to accompany his words with a gentle nod.
Once these documents are finished, you can leave work. Xia Ziming seemed to be deliberately making things difficult for Shen Qianxue. He piled a stack of documents on Shen Qianxue's desk and then prepared to leave work.
"Xia Ziming, what are you doing?" Shen Qianxue shouted angrily, while Xia Ziming forcefully threw her onto the sofa and leaned down towards her
Car Xiaoman's face showed a hint of embarrassment, then she turned around and went back to the room to change back into her own dress.
Shen Qianxue squatted weakly on the ground, her mind restless.
I have already respected you a lot! Xia Ziming pulled Shen Qianxue back into his arms. His patience had been exhausted, and he couldn't continue to suppress his emotions. He couldn't accept seeing the person he liked being affectionate with someone else. He couldn't accept that even though they were in the same office, he felt as if he was standing in a distant place, watching her.
So it turns out you can't wait to share a room with me. Song Yiming joked, then was lightly kicked by Shen Qianxue.
She uncontrollably collapsed by Song Yiming's bed and burst into tears, unsure if it was because she was worried about Song Yiming or still shaken by the close call of being violated herself.
I think the former editor had a better personal network than you. Xia Ziming crossed his hands, propped up his chin, and looked up at Shen Qianxue. "In addition, your public relationship with Song Yiming has caused a certain degree of negative impact on the company."
Shen Qianxue put on a cold and indifferent look, kicking Song Yiming's shin with one foot.
Song Yiming let go of her and hurriedly ran towards that direction. He tried to open the door, but it was already locked from the inside.
You... 沈千雪一头雾水，而其他尾随在她身后的同事，都聚集在不远处等着看热闹。
When the wardrobe was opened, Shen Qianxue seemed to have stepped on something. She lowered her head and saw a Durex box.
On the way, Song Yiming's brow was furrowed. His heart was beating rapidly, as if he would die from arrhythmia if he didn't reach Shen Qianxue soon.
The sounds that seemed to never disappear echoed in her mind like a nightmare. And the words that Che Xiaoman said when she came to find her kept ringing in her ears: "Qian Xue, the day you called... Actually, actually, Xia Ziming and I were..."
Shen Qianxue felt that his thick-skinned behavior was becoming more and more outrageous, and she had the impulse to slap him.
The door creaked open with a sound of "zhī yā", but Shen Qianxue had not yet inserted the key into the keyhole.
Driver, please drive faster.
Song Yiming walked to the small refrigerator, took out the milk, poured it into a cup, and handed it to Che Xiaoman
I know you're not, but I don't want us to work for nothing for so long. Shen Qianxue pursed her lips and smiled.
Xia Ziming's face revealed a hint of displeasure as he turned and left the office
I think it's also good for Shen Qianxue to be with Boss Xia. Shen Qianxue has a good temper and is capable. Look at the car manager in the company, who is like a vase. He gets angry easily and only looks good and has a wealthy family.
Song Yiming is different from Xia Ziming; Song Yiming is not a man who can be easily swayed
Shen Qianxue was working overtime while keeping an eye on her phone. After she informed Song Yiming that she was busy with work and had no time, Song Yiming truly stopped sending her messages.
Xia Ziming's abdomen was struck, causing a surge of gastric acid, and bile was expelled. When the others from the company arrived, Xia Ziming was sitting on the ground, wiping the blood and bile from the corner of his lips
Song Yiming's parents rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night. When they arrived, Shen Qianxue was dozing by his bedside. Mr. and Mrs. Song hurried into the ward, and upon seeing their son in such a disfigured state, they wept bitterly. After learning that Song Yiming was injured because of Shen Qianxue, they angrily expelled her from the room, demanding that she keep her distance from their son.
I won't praise someone as narcissistic as you, lest you fly up to the sky. Shen Qianxue took the last bite of food and satisfiedly patted her belly. "However, it's also great to be able to eat these when I'm hungry."