OBS Chapter 201 Gentle Companionship
Chapter 201 Gentle Companionship
Li Zhanchuan smoothly drove the car into a low-key yet luxurious private restaurant. The restaurant's exterior was antique, while the interior was full of modern design, exuding understated luxury. Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows was a tranquil bamboo forest, where a gentle breeze rustled the bamboo leaves, and a faint woody fragrance filled the air.
Lin Chuyue glanced at the restaurant's name and smiled faintly: "The food here is delicious. It seems you've done your homework."
Li Zhanchuan pulled out a chair for her, his eyes filled with doting affection: "Of course, I'll remember everything you like."
The waiter respectfully handed over the menu. Lin Chuyue casually ordered a few light dishes, while Li Zhanchuan carefully selected some dishes that she liked but wouldn't burden her body. Finally, he specifically instructed, "Less salt, less oil."
Lin Chuyue couldn't help but chuckle: "I'm not even that particular myself."
Li Zhanchuan raised an eyebrow slightly, his tone calm yet carrying an undeniable authority: "You've been too busy lately, you need to take care of your health."
Looking at Li Zhanchuan's earnest and meticulous manner, a warm feeling quietly welled up in her heart. From her rebirth until now, she had been facing the conflicts of the Lin family and the open and covert attacks in the company alone, seemingly never stopping. But now, someone was paying attention to every detail for her, silently protecting her by her side. This feeling made her feel somewhat unaccustomed, yet she couldn't resist it.
Before long, the dishes were served one by one, each one a feast for the eyes and the palate. Li Zhanchuan skillfully picked up a piece of stir-fried asparagus for her with his chopsticks, and said gently, "Eat more vegetables."
Lin Chuyue smiled and took it, saying softly, "You're becoming more and more like a... virtuous parent."
Li Zhanchuan was slightly taken aback, then chuckled and looked at her intently: "If you're willing, I'd be happy to become your family."
Lin Chuyue's heart skipped a beat. She looked up and met his deep, ocean-like eyes, as if she could glimpse his sincere emotions within them. Her fingers gently traced the rim of her glass, a barely perceptible hint of panic flashing in her eyes. She subtly changed the subject: "How's Gu Yanchuan doing lately? Luo Yurou seems to be getting quite close to him."
Li Zhanchuan naturally noticed her deliberate avoidance, but he didn't point it out. He went along with her words and said, "Gu Yanchuan is much more composed than before. Luo Yurou has a gentle personality, which suits him very well."
Lin Chuyue nodded, a faint smile on her face: "That's good, he should find his own happiness now."
Li Zhanchuan's gaze darkened slightly, and he said in a low voice, "And what about you?"
Lin Chuyue paused slightly, remained silent for a moment, and then smiled enigmatically: "Me? I'm currently busy with my career, I don't have time to think about these things."
Li Zhanchuan looked at her quietly, his thin lips slightly pursed. In the end, he did not ask any further questions, but said gently, "No rush, I'll wait for you."
Lin Chuyue's heart stirred, and she lowered her head to focus on eating, remaining silent.
After lunch, Li Zhanchuan drove her back to her company.
The car slowly stopped in front of the building. Lin Chuyue opened the car door, turned around and said to him, "Thank you for lunch. I'll treat you another day."
Li Zhanchuan smiled slightly and said in a deep voice, "Okay, when you have time."
As he watched her walk into the company, his gaze remained fixed on her slender yet determined back, a doting smile curving his lips.
Lin Chuyue returned to her office and had just sat down when her assistant, Xiao Li, knocked on the door and came in, her expression slightly grave.
"President Lin, we just received news that Shen Fang seems to be frequently active abroad and has recently been in contact with several overseas investment companies."
Upon hearing this, Lin Chuyue's eyes darkened slightly, and she tapped her fingertips lightly on the table: "She really won't accept this."
Xiao Li hesitated for a moment before continuing, "In addition, several business partners who previously had a working relationship with Shen Fang have recently started to express their intention to cooperate with us, which seems... a bit strange."
Lin Chuyue sneered, her eyes sharp: "Shen Fang really won't give up easily. She's only been quiet for a short while, and she's already trying to make a comeback."
She pondered for a moment, then stood up and said, "Have the finance department monitor the movements of those partners. All cooperative projects should be suspended until we have thoroughly investigated the situation before making a decision."
"Understood, Mr. Lin." Xiao Li nodded and left the office.
Lin Chuyue walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the bustling city with a calm, ocean-like expression.
Shen Fang... do you still want to come back?
So let's see who has the last laugh this time.
(To be continued)