Zhou Chengze looked at Sheng Jianan and sighed helplessly. Although they grew up together as childhood friends, in Zhou Chengze’s heart, Sheng Jianan was stronger than any of them. He was an absolutely powerful presence. Even though Sheng Jianan appeared arrogant, with a youthful rebellious flair that made him seem less stable than a mature man should be, it didn’t affect his strength in the slightest.
But now, this presence that even the young master of the Zhou family thought of as formidable was showing childish awkwardness.
Zhou Chengze had a feeling that Sheng Jianan might really have feelings for Tang Yanqi.
A hint of bitterness passed through his heart, yet there was also a sense of relief. If Sheng Jianan truly had feelings for that woman, Zhou Chengze believed that the name "Tang Yanqi" would become the envy of all women in B City, and even globally.
"Brother Nan, if you like her, then treat her well. The old man would be pleased too."
Sheng Jianan took another drag on his cigarette. "She has someone in her heart."
After a pause, Sheng Jianan added, "And it’s not me."
The atmosphere in the room became tense for a moment. After a while, Zhou Chengze clutched his stomach and burst into laughter. So, after all this time, Young Master Sheng’s awkwardness was because he was jealous.
Because someone else was in her heart, did he feel awkward even liking her?
Zhou Chengze could no longer care about his own bitterness and awkwardness. He laughed so hard his stomach hurt, giving Sheng Jianan’s back a couple of playful slaps. "Brother Nan, you... hahaha, you’ve finally met your match? Hahaha..."
Sheng Jianan shot him a cold glare, and Zhou Chengze immediately shut his mouth, suppressing his laughter as he spoke. "Brother Nan, what’s the chance that someone you like also likes you back in this world? If she’s got someone in her heart, why not just steal her away? You two are married now, after all, so you have the advantage of proximity. Or is the illustrious President of Shanda admitting defeat?"
Sheng Jianan unceremoniously tossed a word at Zhou Chengze, got up, and strode out, leaving Zhou Chengze laughing so hard he continued to clutch his stomach.
They grew up together, and he had never seen Sheng Jianan so awkward before!
Elsewhere, Sheng Jianan sat in his car, his eyes deep and unmatched, staring at the road illuminated by streetlights ahead. He felt like the chaotic feelings inside him were gradually becoming clear.
He, Sheng Jianan, wasn’t a good person by any means. In the business world, if he set his sights on a deal, he would stop at nothing to get it. If he wanted talent, he would go after it at any cost. Tang Yanqi... should be no different, right?
A slight smile formed on his thin lips as a gleam appeared in Sheng Jianan’s eyes. He started the car slowly and headed home, completely unconcerned that he was driving under the influence.
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The following morning, Tang Yanqi spent the entire morning in class. When the bell rang, Qi Cheng immediately flopped onto the desk with a long sigh. "Ah, finally over."
Tang Yanqi glanced at her, then turned to Bai Bing and Bai Xue behind her. "Let’s finally get some food and head back to the dormitory. I have something to tell you."
Regarding her relationship with Sheng Jianan, since Bai Bing and the others had asked, Tang Yanqi didn’t intend to hide it.
Bai Bing and Bai Xue exchanged a glance and nodded. "Alright!"
The four of them had just stepped out of the classroom building when Tang Yanqi’s phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, Tang Yanqi’s expression changed slightly. She excused herself to her roommates and walked to a corner before answering, "What’s up?"
Her tone was cold and rigid, and from the other end came a sharp female voice. "Tang Yanqi, what kind of attitude is that!"