OBS Chapter 98 The Shift in Emotions
Chapter 98 The Shift in Emotions
Lin Chuyue sat alone in her office. The bright lights outside shone through the glass window onto her desk, creating an atmosphere of tranquility. She flipped through the neatly organized documents on her desk, but couldn't concentrate at all.
Memories flooded back like a tide, flashing through her mind of her past life: the engagement that was never carefully nurtured, Gu Yanchuan's indifferent attitude, Lin Yun's provocations, and her tragic end.
She shook her head vigorously, banishing those negative memories from her mind. In this life, she would never allow the tragedy of the past to repeat itself. Now, she held the reins, and no one could easily control her destiny.
At that moment, the phone lit up, and Li Zhanchuan's message was concise and powerful:
"I've already had the team arrange the follow-up investigation on Shen Fang, and I plan to report to you tonight. Don't forget the time."
Lin Chuyue looked at the screen, a slight smile playing on her lips. Li Zhanchuan's coldness and efficiency often made her feel at ease, but this meticulous care also carried a slightly unusual meaning, which stirred something within her.
Meanwhile, Gu Yanchuan returned to his office at the Gu Group. Luo Yurou walked in carrying coffee and said softly, "Brother Yanchuan, this is your favorite latte."
He looked up at her, took the coffee, and said calmly, "Thank you. Is there anything I can help you with?"
Luo Yurou hesitated for a moment before handing him the documents in her hand: "These are the materials from today's department meeting. I've organized them, and I hope you can take a look."
Gu Yanchuan took the document, flipped through a few pages, and nodded: "Well done. You're adapting to the business faster than I expected."
A blush rose on Luo Yurou's face, and her voice was tinged with shyness: "Thank you for the compliment. Actually, I just want to integrate into this place as soon as possible and not disappoint Auntie."
"You don't need to please anyone, just be yourself." Gu Yanchuan's tone was indifferent, but his words revealed a hint of detachment.
Luo Yurou bit her lip, as if she wanted to say something, but ultimately she didn't speak.
That evening, after Lin Chuyue and Li Zhanchuan finished their meeting and were about to leave, Gu Yanchuan called: "Chuyue, I hope you can attend the cooperation meeting between the Lin Group and the Gu Group tomorrow."
Lin Chuyue was slightly taken aback: "I originally arranged for other responsible persons to attend."
Gu Yanchuan's tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable authority: "This collaboration is very important, and I want you to come in person. Externally, it will also demonstrate to the board that our 'engagement' relationship remains stable."
Upon hearing the words "engagement," a complex emotion swept through Lin Chuyue's heart. She remained silent for a moment, then said softly, "Okay, I'll be there on time."
After hanging up the phone, Li Zhanchuan stood beside her, raised an eyebrow and asked, "Gu Yanchuan again?"
Lin Chuyue said with some helplessness, "This time it's about a company collaboration."
Li Zhanchuan didn't say anything more, but his gaze darkened. He had originally thought that the relationship between Lin Chuyue and Gu Yanchuan was just a formality, but seeing how seriously she was taking it, he felt a vague unease.
At the meeting the following day, Luo Yurou was arranged by Gu's mother to attend as an intern. She sat next to Gu Yanchuan, taking notes attentively, occasionally looking up to meet his gaze with a gentle smile.
Lin Chuyue noticed Luo Yurou's presence but showed no unusual reaction. She simply listened attentively and spoke attentively throughout, convincing everyone present with her precise decisions.
After the meeting, Luo Yurou walked up to Lin Chuyue and said softly, "Ms. Lin, I really admire your analysis of the project."
Lin Chuyue smiled faintly at her: "Thank you, feel free to contact me anytime if you have any questions."
Luo Yurou smiled sweetly: "Okay, then I won't bother you any longer."
Watching her departing figure, Lin Chuyue felt a sense of doubt: the appearance of this girl seemed to have changed Gu Yanchuan as well.
As Lin Chuyue walked out of the conference room, she saw Luo Yurou following behind Gu Yanchuan, carrying a stack of documents. She was speaking demurely, and Gu Yanchuan occasionally nodded in response, seemingly completely absorbed in their conversation.
Lin Chuyue frowned slightly, not out of jealousy, but because Luo Yurou's appearance made her feel a strange shift in the situation. She knew very well that Gu Yanchuan and Luo Yurou's relationship was not just that of ordinary "relatives and friends".
Li Zhanchuan's voice came from behind her: "Have you seen enough?"
Lin Chuyue turned around, looked at Li Zhanchuan who had a calm expression, and said with a smile, "Are you reminding me to focus on what I'm doing?"
Li Zhanchuan's lips curled slightly: "No, I just feel that your eyes have already betrayed someone."
"What 'someone'?" Lin Chuyue glared at him. "Don't make wild guesses. It's obvious that Luo Yurou is interested in Gu Yanchuan."
Li Zhanchuan raised an eyebrow slightly, his gaze lingering on Lin Chuyue's face: "You seem quite concerned about this matter."
Lin Chuyue didn't respond, turned and left, leaving only the words: "Watch your mouth!"
That evening, Lin Chuyue and Gu Yanchuan stayed behind after the company's senior management meeting to discuss the dissolution of their engagement.
"Gu Yanchuan, it's time to set a date for dissolving the engagement," Lin Chuyue said first, her tone crisp and decisive.
Gu Yanchuan looked at her and nodded slightly: "I have already had my lawyer draft an agreement, and it will be announced to the public in a friendly manner. It will not have a negative impact on your family or company."
Lin Chuyue nodded: "This is the best outcome. We should each focus on our own careers; this relationship should have ended long ago."
Gu Yanchuan was silent for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Chuyue, I know that there has never been any affection between us in this engagement. But no matter what happened in the past, I still hope you can believe that I have never truly stood on Shen Fang's side."
Lin Chuyue glanced at him and said calmly, "I won't dwell on the past, but from now on, you'd better see everyone around you clearly."
Gu Yanchuan understood the warning in her words, his gaze lowered slightly, but he didn't say anything more.
After the meeting, Luo Yurou proactively delivered a prepared project report to the Gu Group's office.
"Brother Yanchuan, this proposal is based on what my aunt reminded me to pay more attention to. I've added some of my own ideas to it, and I hope you can take a look."
Gu Yanchuan glanced through it and said softly, "Not bad. You've become familiar with the company's business very quickly."
A hint of shyness appeared on Luo Yurou's face: "Actually, there are still many things I don't understand, but fortunately you are here, so I can slowly learn them."
Her tone was gentle, and her eyes were full of admiration, which stirred a complex emotion in Gu Yanchuan. He didn't respond, but simply closed the file and said, "Keep working hard. You can ask me anytime if you have any questions."
Luo Yurou smiled and nodded, her admiration for Gu Yanchuan growing stronger.
Lin Chuyue was just about to go home after get off work when she received a call from Li Zhanchuan: "Let's have dinner together."
Lin Chuyue paused for a moment: "Didn't we say today that we'd all be busy with our own things?"
“I’ve changed my mind. There’s a nice place I can take you there.” Li Zhanchuan’s tone was as forceful as ever, giving her no chance to refuse.
The two eventually sat down at a quiet restaurant. Li Zhanchuan ordered several of her favorite dishes and specifically instructed the waiter to pay attention to their flavors.
Lin Chuyue couldn't help but tease, "When did you become so considerate?"
Li Zhanchuan looked up at her and said calmly, "I've learned a lot from being with you."
Lin Chuyue paused for a moment, then smiled: "It seems I still have some value."
Li Zhanchuan didn't speak again, but his deep gaze seemed to reveal some unfulfilled emotions.
As night fell, Lin Chuyue stood outside the restaurant, looking at Li Zhanchuan under the streetlights. His shadow was stretched long, making him appear lonely yet composed.
“Sometimes you’re hard to read,” Lin Chuyue suddenly said.
Li Zhanchuan smiled slightly: "I've always felt that you're the most unfathomable one."
Lin Chuyue paused for a moment, then said nothing more.
The two seemed to have grown closer that night, yet they were still separated by an invisible barrier.