167: Chapter 167: She Was Forced to Have an Affair 167: Chapter 167: She Was Forced to Have an Affair “I don’t have tea or coffee here, just boiled water.
Make do with it.”
Su He poured him a cup of water with a disposable cup and placed it in front of him.
Zhou Yixing’s eyebrows carried a hint of a smile, and when he smiled, it felt like the earth was rejuvenating and basking in the spring breeze, which was extremely comfortable for anyone.
Moreover, he had a face that charmed all living beings.
“It’s fine.
Being with you, I’m happy no matter what I drink.”
The man’s voice was deep and mellow, like a stream in the mountains at late night—pure and clear—or like the warm breeze under the sun that leaves one feeling refreshed.
All in all, from his appearance to his voice, everything about him gave a very comfortable impression.
Su He sat opposite him, looked at him, and said, “What brings you here unexpectedly?
Or are you not feeling well and came to see the doctor?”
Zhou Yixing glanced at her, his eyes smiling, “Can’t I just come to catch up with an old friend?”
Su He chuckled and said, “I remember that Young Master Zhou’s time is measured in money.
If you’re here to catch up, I’m afraid I can’t afford the bill.”
Zhou Yixing’s thin lips wore a gentle smile, “Don’t worry, it’s on me.”
Su He was known to love money, and he knew trying to get money from her would be as difficult as ascending to the heavens.
But not being able to get money out of her, yet having her go out with you to make money, that was not a bad deal either.
Su He didn’t believe that he had traveled all the way from M country just to catch up on old times.
“Just cut to the chase if you have something to say.”
“I’m not beating around the bush.
Catching up with you is true, but so is asking you for a favor.” He didn’t go round in circles, and with a smile said, “How about lunch at noon?
Would Dr.
Su honor me with her company?”
Hearing this, Su He looked at the time; it was already 12:20 pm.
She nodded, “Okay, wait for me a while, I’ll change my clothes.”
As soon as she finished speaking, Zhou Yixing stood up and said very gentlemanly, “Alright, then I’ll wait for you outside.”
“Okay.”
…
The news of a handsome guy visiting Su He at the hospital spread quickly.
After all, a handsome face is eye-catching and memorable.
A few female nurses were whispering and gossiping at the nurse station.
“I think our Director Su is really a magnet for male gods; every man that comes looking for her makes people mad with envy due to his good looks.”
“I think so too.
The man who just left with Director Su, he’s so dazzlingly handsome and has such a good physique, instantly killing all the young celebrities in the showbiz industry.”
“Indeed, a beauty always attracts handsome guys like that.
Why can’t I meet such a handsome male friend?”
“Talk about your half of Director Su’s beauty first, then it’s not too late to say that.”
“Alas, I guess I’ll never reach Director Su’s beauty in this lifetime.
That innate, chilly and glamorous temperament of hers, I can’t emulate it.”
Xiao Si came out of nowhere and suddenly stood behind them, startling everyone with his unanticipated comment, “Who did you just say Director Su left with?”
“Ah…”
They all let out a small scream of fright.
One of the nurses patted her chest and said, “Doctor Xiao, don’t you make a sound when you walk?”
“Dr.
Su went to lunch with a handsome guy.”
Xiao Si raised an eyebrow in a suggestive expression and asked them, “Oh?
Is he more handsome than me?”
They exchanged looks and then all turned to Xiao Si, nodding in agreement.
Xiao Si frowned slightly, “Are you sure?”
He had always been confident in his own looks; after all, there weren’t many who were handsomer than him, except for those few close buddies of his.
“Doctor Xiao, indeed, he’s slightly more handsome than you.
He’s got that gentle and clear-cut kind of handsome, plus he seems to carry a touch of warm sunlight with him.
You, on the other hand, have more of a roguishly suave and witty charm—it’s a different kind of appeal.”
“Yeah, Xiao Ling is right with her analogy.”
Hearing this, Xiao Si knew this man wasn’t Jiang Yan.
Wow~
The little sister-in-law sure has a lot of suitors.
Just not sure if that kid Jiang Yan knows about it.
DK Building.
Jiang Yan was sitting in his office dealing with documents when his phone suddenly vibrated a few times.
Glancing at the lit-up screen, he didn’t plan on checking it and instead shifted his gaze back to the documents in hand.
The outside world was still spreading rumors that he was sickly lying on a hospital bed, little did they know he was actually at the company working.
After waiting for a while without a reply from him, Xiao Si directly called.
It took a long time for the call to connect.
“What’s up?”
“It’s a big deal.”
“Spit it out!”
The icily indifferent voice in Xiao Si’s ear had no trace of warmth.
“Can’t you be gentler with me?”
Jiang Yan: “I’m neither your dad nor your mom!
Speak up if you have something to say, I don’t have time to waste.”
Xiao Si clicked his tongue with a tone that was partly casual and partly mocking, “Your wife is about to be snatched away by someone else, and you still have the mood for work?
You have a big heart indeed.”
Jiang Yan’s brows furrowed slightly: “Speak human language!”
Xiao Si just took a sip of water, almost choking, “I am speaking human language.
Can’t you understand?
Your wife is about to be taken away by another man.”
He kindly repeated it, only to be met with the unceremonious sound of the man hanging up.
Looking at the hung-up phone, he muttered, “Tch, look at how anxious you are.”
In reality, Jiang Yan wasn’t anxious; he just couldn’t be bothered to talk nonsense with him.
After hanging up the phone, the man didn’t call Su He but sent her a message instead, reminding her to remember to eat and that he would pick her up after work in the afternoon.
Su He replied to him quite fast on her side, seemingly catching her phone at the right time.
Her reply was, “Yeah, got it.
I’m out having lunch with a friend and discussing some matters.”
Su He and Zhou Yixing went to a Western restaurant nearby the hospital.
Zhou Yixing poured her a glass of water and placed it in front of her; he then saw her lower her head to send messages and smiled, “Messaging your husband?”
He knew about Su He being married and who the husband was.
Su He casually hummed in response.
Zhou Yixing took a sip of water from his cup before continuing, “But didn’t I see online that your husband…?”
At his words, Su He looked up at him, “Didn’t expect you to follow gossip?
He’s fine, he’s just too idle.”
Zhou Yixing: “…”
“You just tell me so straightforwardly?”
“What, do you lack the money that badly for such a scoop?”
“Well, it’s not that bad.”
“Then that’s settled.”
Zhou Yixing said with a smile on his face, “So this is what it feels like to be trusted.”
Su He teased, “Everyone knows about Young Master Zhou’s integrity; who wouldn’t trust you?”
Zhou Yixing laughed, “Only you would say such nice things about me.”
“…”
They both ordered a set meal.
During the meal, both were the type who preferred to eat in silence.
But occasionally, Zhou Yixing would act the gentleman and add water to her glass.
And this scene, by coincidence, was witnessed by someone on the second floor.
Lou Ruozhi had arranged to meet someone for discussion and then planned to visit the hospital in the afternoon, so she chose this restaurant.
She didn’t expect to witness this scene and quickly came up with a plan.
She took out her phone, snapped a few pictures.
Then she sent them to a media outlet, along with a few instructions.
The two people downstairs were both focused on eating their meal and didn’t notice the person upstairs.
After finishing their meal, they got straight to the point.
Su He spoke first: “Out with it, what is it that you wanted to see me for?”
Zhou Yixing said: “You really don’t want to engage in any small talk with me, huh?”
“Young Master Zhou, as you know, a doctor’s time is also very precious.”
Zhou Yixing didn’t refute and nodded in agreement, “Alright, then I won’t waste your time.”
He was silent for a few seconds before speaking again, but this time his expression was more serious: “There’s a project that I think has some issues, but despite having it thoroughly investigated, we’ve been unable to pinpoint the problem.
So, I’d like to ask for your help with a data analysis to determine whether it’s worth my investment.”
Su He looked at him steadily and said, “You know I don’t touch these things anymore.”
Of course, Zhou Yixing knew, otherwise he wouldn’t have come to her personally.
“I know, but you’re the only one who can help me with this, both from a financial data standpoint and with regards to the project itself.
You’re the most suitable candidate.
If you help me with this favor, from now on, whatever you ask of me, I’ll assist you unconditionally, without limit.”
Listening to him, Su He smiled: “Young Master Zhou makes a tempting offer.
For you to offer unconditional assistance as compensation, it seems this project is very important to you.”
Otherwise, given Zhou Yixing’s personality, he wouldn’t possibly throw out such an offer.
Zhou Yixing’s connections span the globe, like a massive net spread far and wide.
But asking him for a favor wasn’t easy; offering money wouldn’t necessarily sway him, after all, money was the least of the Zhou Family’s concerns.
“Since it’s tempting, why not just agree?
After all, you’re the first person who’s made me offer such terms.”
Zhou Yixing’s handsome face still bore a warm smile.
Su He joked, “What merits such an offer for me?”
Zhou Yixing quickly replied, “You’re worth me making such a statement.”
Su He: “…”
Zhou Yixing added, “You don’t have to hurry to reject me now, you can think about it.
I’m not in a rush; there’s still time.”
Su He was the most talented and exceptional young woman he had seen in many aspects.
He had said before that if she ever left the medical field, she would certainly be an admirable and fearsome financial magnate in the financial world – her acumen and precision in financial investment were unmatched by others.
Zhou Yixing dropped her off at the hospital, and before she exited the car, he asked, “Su He, you’re not going to let me leave empty-handed, are you?”
Su He replied with a smile, “That’s not necessarily true.”
Zhou Yixing: “…”
“Alright, go adjust your jet lag.
If I decide, I’ll contact you.”
Without saying much more, Su He opened the car door and got out.
Zhou Yixing watched her enter the hospital before he said gravely, “Let’s go, back to the hotel.”
The assistant in the driver’s seat responded, “Yes, Mr.
Zhou.”
The black sedan left the hospital’s entrance.
Midway, the assistant couldn’t hold back and asked, “Mr.
Zhou, do you think Miss Su will agree to help us?”
After all, this project was crucial for the Zhou Family, requiring a flawless execution.
Even a slight deviation could place the Zhou Family in the eye of the storm, and in a severe case, it might even lead to their doom.
Zhou Yixing spoke coolly, “Fifty-fifty.”
The assistant glanced at the man in the rearview mirror and said, “Then why don’t you tell Miss Su about the gravity of this project for the Zhou Family?
Knowing your relationship, if she was aware, she might not even consider it.”
Zhou Yixing leaned back in his seat, resting with his eyes closed, “There are some things she can guess without being told.
If I tell her, it only adds to her burden.
Let her consider it slowly.
We’re not in a hurry; I can afford to wait.”
“…”
Four o’clock in the afternoon.
DK Building.
Jiang Qi hurriedly made his way to the CEO’s office.
“Master, something bad has happened; Young Madam Jiang’s identity has been leaked.”
At those words, Jiang Yan, who was holding a pen, stopped briefly and looked up at him, his voice chilling, “What else?”
If it had just been the leak of Su He’s identity, he wouldn’t be in such a panic.
Jiang Qi bit his lip, steeled his heart, and said, “Someone has captured photos of Young Madam Jiang being intimate with a strange man, saying…
Young Madam Jiang is indiscreet, stepping out on you while you’re bedridden in the hospital…”
After Jiang Qi finished speaking, he thought their Fifth Master would erupt in a rage, yet their Master didn’t even frown.
Immediately, he heard the man in front of him speak in a steady tone, but his voice was extremely cold: “Find the people involved in releasing this matter and throw them all into the police station!”
“Ah?”
Jiang Qi hadn’t fully recovered his wits.
Jiang Yan saw that he was still standing there and gave him a cold look, “Ah what?
You’re not waiting for me to find people for you, are you?”
Jiang Qi’s spine chilled, “Yes, I’ll get on it right away.”
Just as he turned to leave, he turned back again.
“Master, about the online issue regarding Young Madam Jiang’s identity, do we need to take it down?”
Because he remembered Young Madam Jiang had said before that she didn’t want to publicly reveal her identity as the Young Madam of the Jiang Family.
The man pondered for a moment and then said: “No need, but I don’t want to see any negative comments about her.”
Jiang Qi understood instantly: “Understood, Master.
I know what to do.”
With that, he immediately turned and left, closing the door behind him.
Su He was in the operating room performing surgery on a patient, she absolutely didn’t have the spare time to check messages on her phone.
When she emerged from the operating room, the sky outside was already dark.
“Boss, you go back first, I’ll take care of the patient here,” Lan Yan said, seeing her weary face and spoke with concern.
In the past, even if Su He performed several surgeries in a row, she wouldn’t feel very tired, but now she felt her body couldn’t handle it anymore.
She guessed it was because she had exerted herself last night, and she had said that these things would only affect her work.
Su He twisted her neck and closed her eyes, “Mm, call me if you need anything.”
“Okay, got it.”
Su He then walked towards her office.
Midway, Lu Zhenyu popped up from somewhere.
“Director, do you know?
You’re trending again,” he muttered beside Su He.
Su He couldn’t be bothered to look at him and said directly: “Speak normally, say something I can understand.
I don’t have time for your riddles right now.”
Lu Zhenyu took out his phone and said, “It happened this afternoon while you were in the surgery room.
Someone online blew up that you’re the wife of Fifth Young Master Jiang, and they even took photos of you having a cozy lunch with someone and uploaded them online, saying you betrayed Fifth Young Master Jiang.
Initially, there were many nasty comments, but half an hour later, the sentiment changed, all good words, not a single nasty comment left…”
He was speaking as he walked, and after a few steps, he realized Su He had stopped in her tracks.
“What’s wrong?
Director?”
Su He then looked up at him: “What did you just say?”
Lu Zhenyu blinked: “Someone exposed online that you’re Young Madam Jiang.”
Su He said, “Not that, what intimate photos?”
Lu Zhenyu hurriedly showed her the photos.
Su He glanced at them once, and thought this was intimate?
It was nothing more than Zhou Yixing occasionally pouring her some water, and their eyes meeting a few times during the conversation.
Wasn’t this all a normal interaction?
Are this generation’s netizens blind?
Where did they see intimacy?
Just because she had a meal with a member of the opposite sex, she was cheating?
What kind of logic is that?
“Intimate?”
Su He looked up at Lu Zhenyu and asked.
After taking a glance at her, Lu Zhenyu shook his head, “No, not intimate.
It looks very normal.”
Hearing his words, Su He nodded and murmured, “Indeed, very normal.
He should think it’s normal too, right?”
“Who?”
Lu Zhenyu didn’t immediately understand who she was referring to.
Su He didn’t respond to him anymore and left quickly.
She didn’t bring her phone with her; it was left in her office.
If things were as she expected, her phone had probably been blowing up for hours.
She wasn’t afraid of people knowing her identity, but she was somewhat concerned if a certain someone would get jealous—if they did get jealous, she would have to appease him.