When Shen Chi Yan saw Song Qi Nian, he was reminded of how she refused his gifts.
This made him furious. Seeing her restless sleep, he personally went to Xiang Rui Mountain early in the morning to obtain that bracelet. Who would have thought she would actually dislike it?
But seeing her with her head bowed, looking so hurt, made him feel deeply uncomfortable.
These two conflicting emotions pulled at him, making him extremely irritable.
Lin Qiu Tong was initially worried that Shen Chi Yan might have developed different feelings for Song Qi Nian. Seeing this scene, she finally felt a bit relieved.
She deliberately linked her arm with Shen Chi Yan's and explained softly, "A Yan, I just arrived too, and Nian Nian asked me to wait for you in the conference room. I just wanted to wait here until you finished your work."
Although Lin Qiu Tong's words were meant to explain Song Qi Nian's actions, they actually poured oil on the fire.
"So if I were busy until tonight, you would wait until tonight?"
Then, he cast a cold glance at Song Qi Nian, "If someone comes to see me, you must notify me immediately. Do I need to teach you even this simple matter?"
"Alright, alright, I have something to tell you. Let's go to your office and talk."
Shen Chi Yan responded indifferently and before entering the office, he said coldly to Song Qi Nian, "Since you don't want to leave, go and make two cups of coffee. Add more honey and sugar to the other cup."
The two walked into the CEO's office together. Song Qi Nian did not look up at them, but she could hear Lin Qiu Tong's sweet laughter and cooing voice, "You still remember that I like to add honey and sugar to my coffee!"
Song Qi Nian did not hear what Shen Chi Yan said because the door was closed.
She hadn't slept well to begin with, and with this happening, Song Qi Nian's head felt like it was about to explode from the pain.
Li Nan Xun walked over and patted her shoulder. She probably wasn't used to comforting people, so her words were quite stiff, "President Shen was in a bad mood today. It's not... it's not that he was deliberately targeting you."
In a bad mood?
Wasn't he quite happy when he faced Lin Qiu Tong?
It could only be said that Shen Chi Yan didn't love her, so even her breathing was wrong.
It was rare for Li Nan Xun to comfort her, so Song Qi Nian forced a smile and slowly gestured, "Thank you."
"Mmm, then... I'll go back to work. You should hurry and send the coffee in."
Song Qi Nian nodded gently.
Afterward, she went to the pantry to make two cups of coffee.
As she added honey to the other cup of coffee, a wave of immense sadness washed over her. He actually remembered that Lin Qiu Tong liked to add honey and sugar to her coffee.
How much love did it take to know even such small details?
They were clearly husband and wife, but now she was stuck in the middle, like a third party disrupting someone else's relationship.
Her phone suddenly rang. It was a WeChat message from Miao Zi Ai.
"Nian Nian, I heard Lin Qiu Tong is here. Can you help me get an autographed photo from her? Of course, a photo of her and President Shen would be even better. When she becomes a big star in the future, the rare collectible in my hands will be so valuable, hahahaha..."
Song Qi Nian did not reply. She put away her phone and carried the coffee to the CEO's office.
The two were talking about something, and Lin Qiu Tong looked very happy. Shen Chi Yan's expression was also less grim.
But as soon as she entered, it was as if she was an intruder, and the atmosphere instantly changed.
When Shen Chi Yan saw Song Qi Nian, for some reason, he let out a quiet sigh of relief.
Hmph, he knew Song Qi Nian wouldn't leave him!
Song Qi Nian said nothing and placed the coffee on the table.
Lin Qiu Tong smiled at Song Qi Nian, "Nian Nian, thank you."
Song Qi Nian nodded expressionlessly. Just as she was about to leave, Shen Chi Yan's cold voice rang out, "Go and book a Thai restaurant. I'm going to have lunch with Qiu Qiu."
Song Qi Nian's fingernails dug fiercely into her palm, and then she nodded and walked out of the office.
As the CEO's assistant, Song Qi Nian was quite professional.
She specifically found a highly-rated and romantic Thai restaurant.
As soon as Lin Qiu Tong entered the restaurant, she looked overjoyed. "Wow, Nian Nian, you're amazing! You found such a beautiful place."
During work hours, Shen Chi Yan rarely took Song Qi Nian out.
Song Qi Nian had initially thought he would spend time alone with Lin Qiu Tong, but she hadn't expected him to bring her along.
Of course, it certainly wasn't for her to eat, but for her to serve them, or perhaps to witness how happy and sweet they were.
Song Qi Nian's chest felt a constant, dense ache, but her face wore a professional smile. "I'm glad Miss Lin likes it."
Song Qi Nian had ordered the dishes in advance. She didn't know what Lin Qiu Tong liked to eat, nor did she ask proactively. She ordered dishes that Shen Chi Yan liked.
Shen Chi Yan looked at the table full of dishes, his mood growing more complicated.
"Wow, A Yan, these are all your favorite dishes! Nian Nian understands your taste so well."
"Hmph, as my personal assistant, what use is she if she can't even handle such a small matter?"
Saying this, Shen Chi Yan cast a casual glance at Song Qi Nian. "Make a note of Qiu Qiu's favorite dishes. Order according to Qiu Qiu's taste from now on."
Song Qi Nian nodded.
Lin Qiu Tong was in a very good mood today, her smile as radiant as could be. "It's not that troublesome. I basically like all the dishes you like."
As she spoke, Lin Qiu Tong's eyes twinkled, and she deliberately said, "A Yan, we can't finish all these dishes between the two of us. Why don't we ask Nian Nian to sit down and eat with us?"
Shen Chi Yan cast a cold glance at Song Qi Nian. Before he could speak, Song Qi Nian shrewdly gestured, "Thank you, Miss Lin, but it's not necessary. I am an assistant today. My job is to serve you both well."
Shen Chi Yan had thought that since Lin Qiu Tong was giving Song Qi Nian an out, it would be fine if Song Qi Nian took it. He hadn't expected Song Qi Nian to be so unappreciative.
"Hmph, know your place. Don't you see that Qiu Qiu's cup is almost empty? Hurry up and refill it."
Song Qi Nian glanced at it. Lin Qiu Tong had only drunk a small amount from her cup.
Shen Chi Yan was clearly picking a fight deliberately.
She picked up the teapot and poured a little water into Lin Qiu Tong's cup. At this moment, the waiter was scooping shrimp out of the hot pot, intending to peel them and bring them over, but Shen Chi Yan stopped him.
"Leave it to her to peel."
The waiter was stunned for a moment, then looked at Song Qi Nian.
Song Qi Nian smiled and took the shrimp from the waiter, then went to the side to peel them.
Watching Song Qi Nian peel the shrimp, Shen Chi Yan felt no satisfaction at all, but rather grew even angrier.
This woman, when she should be obedient, she's not, and when she shouldn't be, she's so obedient!
In contrast, Lin Qiu Tong was having the most satisfying and joyful day of her life at this moment.
Ever since she woke up and learned that Shen Chi Yan and Song Qi Nian were married, she had always been suppressed by Song Qi Nian. Today, she had finally held her head high.