Chapter 10

However, Shiyan's expression seemed to show little fluctuation

Taking advantage of the moment when the machine was starting up, Zheng Shuyi secretly glared at Shi Yan

Zheng Shuyi's smile gradually faded, her eyes lowered as she softly said: "I no longer have a boyfriend"

The hour hand on the wall points to 8 o'clock, and the sky has turned completely dark

It would have been more straightforward to directly say, "Do you have any opinions about me?" At least the other party could provide a "yes" or "no" answer

Qin Shiyue blinked and tentatively asked, "What’s wrong, is it a case of hiding a beauty in a golden house?"

Clearly possessing long legs, with slender high heels accentuating mature curves, the person smiles in an innocuous manner

The shadows of the greenery gently sway on the ground, while the sound of keyboard typing fills the entire space, sometimes hurried, sometimes pausing

Shi Yan pointed to one place and said, "What I meant by this statement is not this."

She had a friend who recently went to Hungary, and she specifically asked him to bring back two bottles of century-old noble rot from the auction there

The sound of the banquet was not loud, but Zheng Shuyi heard it very clearly

At this moment, if more words are spoken, it is possible that this balance will be disrupted

Why are there so many demands, and why is it so difficult to get along with her

This news article contains over 3,000 words, and it took only three minutes to browse through it.

When will you be done? I will bring it to you.

Zheng Shuyi sat back down with the phone in hand and began to revise again

Shi Yan chuckled lightly, not intending to entangle herself with her, and was about to leave.

How?

May I pursue you

At that moment, a twitch occurred in Shi Yan's eyelid, and the four characters "Jin Wu Cang Jiao" inexplicably jumped into his mind

... ...

As Shi Yan rose, her movements were slightly delayed; just as she turned around, Zheng Shuyi approached her while holding a laptop.

Too verbose

Zheng Shuyi replied without hesitation: "No."

Half a minute later

Shi Yan scooped up the computer with one hand and placed it on the small table beside him, his fingers gliding across the touchscreen

Time passed in a blink, and it was more than half an hour later when Zheng Shuyi returned with the computer

It is already very late

This statement is, in effect, a disguised eviction order

The tone of the banquet is relaxed, and it certainly does not sound like the formal "inconvenient" used in official matters

When she once again took her computer to find Shi Yan, she was unaware that a flush of crimson had already crept up her cheeks

Due to his series of rather idle actions just now, Zheng Shuyi momentarily thought that he had forgotten her existence

After a moment of silence, Shi Yan turned around, his gaze lingering on Zheng Shuyi's face, yet he slowly withdrew his hand inch by inch

A few minutes later, the sound of the mobile phone ringtone broke the silence

At the banquet, I noticed the dark clouds outside the window, as if it were about to rain

He could actually see clearly that Zheng Shuyi was not looking at the computer, but was looking at him

How is it

Shi Yan did not respond immediately, instead gazing at her for a few seconds.

At the banquet, Shi Yan turned around and saw Zheng Shuyi tilting her chin up, the bright lights dancing in her eyes

Qin Shiyue listened to the beeping sound in her headphones, dazed for quite a while

"It has been simplified a lot," Zheng Shuyi said, "Are there any other questions?"

So what

Zheng Shuyi muttered a few words without saying much, then picked it up and took a sip

You have been staying at a man's house for such a long time, is your boyfriend not concerned?

He walked towards the liquor cabinet with a mobile phone in one hand and a cup in the other hand

In the moment she turned around, Zheng Shuyi's expression changed instantly, revealing a shy look in her eyes

You have blocked me three times; apart from wanting to see me, could there be any other reason?

Zheng Shuyi, who has been struck multiple times, is rather unaccustomed to it: "Really?"

She couldn't help but reveal a triumphant smile at Shi Yan's back, and then she quickly ran to catch up.

Zheng Shuyi suddenly felt somewhat speechless

The call was made by Qin Shiyue

After arranging Zheng Shuyi, he acted as if nothing had happened, answered a phone call, whispered while taking off his coat, walked to a row of dark cabinets, and casually took out a cup.

Unfortunately, some people do not buy into this approach

The room is tranquil, the lighting is gentle, and both individuals are quietly present, with only the soft sound of the keyboard occasionally breaking the silence

Zheng Shuyi was momentarily stunned, while Shi Yan had already turned and walked towards the elevator

Shi Yan lifted his eyelids and said: "Think for yourself"

It seems that every man has returned to his own home, and even the most neatly pressed white shirt will become disheveled

There is no hope left

Perhaps it is fate that keeps people here

After a while, a soft and gentle voice came from behind: "Mr. Shi, I have made the changes, would you like to take a look?"

He hung up the phone after speaking.

While spending more than half an hour pondering that sentence, Zheng Shuyi unknowingly finished the drink beside her

Zheng Shuyi: "... ..."

Throughout the journey, Shi Yan did not speak

When Shi Yan raised his eyes to look over, a hint of the scent of shampoo mixed with alcohol unceremoniously rushed into his nostrils

This statement is made with neither humility nor arrogance, exhibiting a resolute attitude, clearly laying out the entire logic, and possessing a slight brainwashing effect

This time she is truly determined

As the lights outside begin to glow, the bustling traffic under the night sky resembles a dynamic painting

Qin Shiyue asked a question

Zheng Shuyi: "... ..."

I would like to drink what you are drinking

Is there really no place that needs modification? Zheng Shuyi suppressed the urge to snort coldly, still smiling sweetly and charmingly, but could not help but speak with a hint of sarcasm, I can still make some changes, I am fine with that

While reviewing the manuscript, he caught a glimpse out of the corner of his eye and noticed that Zheng Shuyi had not stood up either, but was squatting there, tilting her head to look at him.

Indeed, my manuscript is written so well that even the most professional editor cannot find any faults.

She nodded slightly and raised her eyes to meet Shi Yan's gaze: "I know"

Not satisfied? Where are you not satisfied?

The elevator arrived, and Shi Yan walked straight out.

Did you really think I came here to revise the manuscript

He picked up the phone, while his other hand continued to flip through a book, speaking casually: "No need."

The alcohol content of this wine is not low, and Zheng Shuyi is aware of it

She walked over reluctantly, took out her notebook, and sat down

Zheng Shuyi did not know when Shi Yan had unbuttoned a button, the front of her garment was somewhat loose, extending down to the waistline, and was held in place by the sharply tailored suit pants, her legs made a significant presence in this spacious room

When she said this, she was afraid that he would not understand her meaning, so she subtly emphasized the premise of "the night we first met"

Otherwise, shall I write it for you directly

Zheng Shuyi gazed at him intently, her eyes revealing a sense of caution, as she gently tugged at his sleeve.

How did you come to feel that I wanted to see you

Highly intelligent, capable of making adjustments according to her own needs—she can drink a thousand cups without getting drunk, yet can also fall at the slightest touch

The document has been opened, and Zheng Shuyi has no choice but to start attending to serious matters

Zheng Shuyi smiled faintly at the sound.

Regarding work matters, Shi Yan withdrew his gaze, looking at the wine in the cup. Is there anything else?

But she is more aware of her own drinking capacity

Over there, someone was writing furiously, while Shi Yan had placed his legs on the footrest, basking in the light, with his eyes closed, taking a short nap

Just as Zheng Shuyi was preparing to find a way to excuse herself and head back home, the person in front suddenly said: "Then you come over here"

This level is solely occupied by his household, surrounded by tranquility and silence, with no one else present, making the footsteps of the two individuals—one light and the other heavy—particularly distinct.

However, before the smile could spread, Shi Yan had already walked away

The wind blew as Zheng Shuyi adjusted her scarf, her demeanor as aggressive as a small machine gun, with her chin held high. "You point them out one by one, and I will correct them one by one. I refuse to believe that I cannot improve."

As Shi Yan remained silent, Zheng Shuyi half-squatted beside him, presenting the computer with both hands in front of him

After a moment of silence, he spoke calmly: "If I say no, will you stop?"

Now he is standing there smiling, but the smile does not seem to reach his eyes; who wouldn't feel apprehensive in such a situation

Hmm? Shi Yan is still in that posture, looking down at her, "Are you okay?"

No need

As the banquet took place, he sat by the window, turned on a floor lamp, leaned back into the chair, and let himself sink into the night.

When Shi Yan opened his eyes, he first glanced at his watch

Then why are you asking me?

... ...

Zheng Shuyi also wisely refrained from speaking, carefully maintaining this fragile balance akin to walking on thin ice

What do you mean by that

Not long after arriving by plane, Qin Shiyue took the goods and eagerly looked forward to delivering them to Shiyan to win his favor

After finishing this sentence, Zheng Shuyi fixed her gaze on Shi Yan, not letting a single trace of his emotions escape her scrutiny

Smoothly and unobstructed, Shi Yan strode forward without pausing to glance anywhere, directly approaching a table in the living room. Turning back to look at Zheng Shuyi, he curled his index finger and tapped twice on the table.

He casually placed the cup on the table, picked up the decanter, and poured the wine while hanging up the phone

Zheng Shuyi looked at him with anticipation

Alright

Zheng Shuyi did not expect him to ask that

... ...

Like a harmonious ensemble of the wind and sound, an inexplicable harmony

At that moment, being suddenly questioned by him, Zheng Shuyi came to her senses and nodded

While speaking, Shi Yan handed the computer back to her

Zheng Shuyi confidently puffed out her chest and threw the question back: "Otherwise, what do you mean by rejecting my manuscript three times?"

... ...

Inconvenient

Unfortunately, Shi Yan did not pay any attention to her

From this perspective, it appears as though he has rested his chin on his leg

A punch landed on the cotton, Zheng Shuyi took a breath of cold air to invigorate herself, and then turned around to grasp Shi Yan's wrist

This is wine

In any case, it is the truth being spoken, so the understanding of it comes down to the issue of timing.

Zheng Shuyi looked at him as if he did not believe her, and added: "Really, that night was the first time I went back and broke up with him."

... ...

At the moment he lifted the cup, he turned around and looked at Zheng Shuyi, "Would you like some water?"

Zheng Shuyi's pupils are dark and bright, her eye shape is exquisite, and her gaze is lively and expressive, which is why she has always been adept at leveraging the advantage of her eyes

As Shi Yan raised his head, his gaze fell upon the floor-to-ceiling window, where the glass reflected the figure of Zheng Shuyi

She fixed her gaze on Shi Yan, her demeanor unwavering.

Shi Yan took the computer, and his gaze first fell on the time in the lower right corner

She is fully aware that she is being unreasonable, yet she cannot discern whether the person beside her has genuinely fallen into a trap or is merely teasing her

When the wine glass was placed in front of me, it collided with the table, producing a crisp sound

But Shiyan merely stated lightly: "Not satisfied"

Sit here, change it

So

After Shi Yan pressed his fingerprint, the door opened automatically

Otherwise, you must want to see me

Shi Yan did not say anything further and poured her a glass.

Zheng Shuyi's hand froze in mid-air

Zheng Shuyi felt a twinge of regret from his smile

The alcohol consumed begins to take effect; in addition to feeling somewhat warm all over, my mind also feels a bit heated

It is done

He took a step closer at the banquet, getting a bit nearer to her

Shi Yan raised her eyebrows