Chapter 7: She’s Quite Obedient

“Okay.” Shen Muyan had no reason to refuse this invitation, she was hungry anyway.

Right after, Qin Yanzhou glanced at the time and asked his secretary to contact a good restaurant. Across from him, Shen Muyan was organizing her documents and putting them into her bag.

The diamond necklace she wore around her neck moved to the side as she moved, and the square-neck dress perfectly showcased her beautiful collarbone. She wasn’t wearing anything as formal as when she came, but this refined and gentle style suited her better.

Shen Muyan didn’t notice Qin Yanzhou’s gaze, and after putting away her documents, she sent a message to her manager, saying she would be having dinner.

The dinner was arranged quickly, and Qin Yanzhou was the first to leave the office. Shen Muyan followed closely behind.

“May I?” A voice came from behind.

After the office door opened, Lu Lin took Shen Muyan’s bag and followed them, saying something.

Arriving at the garage, Qin Yanzhou noticed that Shen Muyan wasn’t with her bodyguard. He took the documents from her and came over, looking back at her, “What’s wrong?”

“She’s quite obedient,” he said, referring to Shen Muyan.

As usual, Qin Yanzhou got in the car first. Shen Muyan followed leisurely, and after she got in, Lu Lin handed her bag to her.

“Thank you.” She put the bag on her lap and smiled gently at Lu Lin, her voice soft and without any aggression.

“You’re welcome, Ms. Shen.”

The space inside the car was considered small. After the door closed, Shen Muyan felt the atmosphere was very oppressive. Qin Yanzhou, as her brother and father had said, truly handled everything. Even in the car, he was reading the latest financial newspaper, assessing the situation.

He perfectly embodied the image of a business tycoon. He wore expensive clothes, a custom-made watch, had sharp eyes and a cold smile, exuding a distant and aloof aura that made it difficult to approach him.

Shen Muyan blinked a few times, moving her gaze away from Qin Yanzhou. She held her bag and felt a little bored.

Not daring to disturb him, she lowered her head and looked at her own manicure. It had been half an hour, and every diamond on her nails was carefully selected.

Qin Yanzhou scanned information very quickly, his attention falling on her slender, fair hands.

The dazzling manicure was perfectly suited to her, the just-right embellishment made Shen Muyan look like a delicate treasure. She was truly fit for this industry.

Without any filter, Qin Yanzhou only felt that Shen Muyan was more suitable for being pampered, like the most charming and captivating rose.

Shen Muyan raised her head occasionally, meeting his scrutinizing gaze. His eyes were deep and dark, and for a moment, she felt a fleeting panic. But she quickly recovered, her brows curving slightly. “Mr. Qin, what are you looking at?”

Such a direct question didn’t elicit any reaction from Qin Yanzhou, but it surprised Lu Lin.

This was the first time he saw someone ask Mr. Qin such a direct question. Usually, Mr. Qin handled everything calmly.

“Nothing.” Qin Yanzhou could see that Shen Muyan was concerned, and especially when she was immersed in admiring her own manicure, a hint of melancholy became even more apparent.

“It’s just that, these beautiful manicures, you’ll have to remove them soon. They’re too long, not very convenient.” Shen Muyan spoke honestly, especially after typing last night, they really hindered her efficiency.

She raised her hand, and her naturally beautiful fingers were like works of art.

Qin Yanzhou didn’t usually ask such meaningless questions, but seeing her patiently explain, he reluctantly gave her face and didn’t get upset.

The car ride was an hour long, and they only exchanged a few words.

As they arrived at the reserved private room, the dishes were already being served one after another. When Shen Muyan saw the side seat, she noticed that Qin Yanzhou had already pulled it out for her.

She considered for a few seconds before frankly agreeing.

“Thank you for your kindness.”

Now they were sitting closer, and as soon as Shen Muyan sat down, Qin Yanzhou smelled a faint, elegant scent of roses, with a lingering, elusive hint of lemon. It was warm and comfortable.

The dishes were abundant, but Shen Muyan didn’t enjoy them.

She didn’t like scallions, garlic, or spicy oil. She didn’t even look at them.

Finally, she picked up a porcelain bowl and spoon, scooping up some bird’s nest soup to taste.

“Do you like it?”

Qin Yanzhou questioned himself for the first time, feeling like he was treating Shen Muyan like a neglected pet.

Shen Muyan looked at Qin Yanzhou with pleading eyes, her voice soft and mumbled, “I’ll gain weight.”

Outside, the night was dark, the lights of the bars and restaurants were bright, and the skyscrapers were still lit up like day. The various commercial billboards were vying for attention.

Shen Muyan didn’t like the drinking culture and flattery. She explained her reasons honestly. This was a great advantage for her. Her gentle smile and charming eyes easily made people fall for her, trust her.

Qin Yanzhou was tired of hearing those business tactics. Shen Muyan was an exception, she wasn’t contaminated by this trend.

“Mr. Qin, what are some fun places in Shanghai?”

Shen Muyan patiently, softly, and politely followed all the rules. Qin Yanzhou put down his chopsticks, and he seized the opportunity to ask.

It was a tentative question, prepared for rejection.

“I’m not interested in anything.”

“What are you not interested in?” Shen Muyan put down her spoon, her eyelashes fluttering slightly, her eyes fixed on him, not concealing her desire.

Qin Yanzhou spoke calmly, his inherent arrogance suppressed.

Shen Muyan’s boldness surprised him.

Someone at the peak of power and wealth would only be interested in discussing things, not involving anything that couldn’t be put on the table. It was appropriate.

Although she participated in this kind of shady business, she wasn’t considered evil.

“Actually, I just think Shanghai has some beautiful scenery.” Shen Muyan realized she was being foolish if she didn’t sense the awkward atmosphere. She quickly changed the subject, softening her voice.

“Ask Lu Lin.” Qin Yanzhou was more knowledgeable about this kind of thing.

“Oh.” Shen Muyan nodded, naturally moving slightly away from Qin Yanzhou.

She felt a little suffocated just now.