Chapter 11: The Nobleman in the Clouds, with Exquisite Bones and a Graceful Presence

The top floor of the CEO’s office was decorated with lavish yet tasteful extravagance. The grandeur still carried a touch of French warmth.

Sitting in the central seat, Qin Yanzhou leaned back in a genuine leather chair. Shen Muyan sat beside him, her mind sharp and calculating.

“What’s going on?” she thought. Why were Qin Xian and Rong Xian both in the company for a business meeting?

Having just arrived in Shanghai, she knew all too well the domineering style of the Rong family. Working with them was a losing proposition. Qin Yanzhou calmly picked up a porcelain tray of coffee and took a sip, his every movement exuding an aura of refinement.

“What does Qin Xian mean by this?” Shen Muyan blinked, listening attentively, occasionally interjecting:

“But the No. 1 skin project does require a bidding process for a construction company, and Rong is indeed the best choice.”

Qin Yanzhou placed his coffee down, “Hmm, so Qin intends to work directly with Rong, but the profit distribution for the No. 1 skin project will still follow the same regulations.”

Shen Muyan didn’t quite understand what Qin Xian was saying. In summary, it was simply this: there was no need to personally meet with the person in charge of Rong, as Shanghai International Port and Trade Group would handle everything.

“That’s it. It only involves a lot of money, so there’s no need for Shen to investigate.”

“Those circles in Shanghai have always been connected. It’s normal for them to insert themselves.”

“Besides, with Qin Xian here, Rong wouldn’t dare.”

Shen Muyan nodded, not tasting her coffee, instead picking up a biscuit from the side to satisfy her hunger. She hadn’t had a chance to eat yet.

Qin Yanzhou observed all this, “You look like a hamster, hungry but too shy to say anything.”

“Silly.”

“There’s a famous restaurant in Shanghai. Do you want to try it this time?” Qin Yanzhou changed the topic, feeling a certain attraction to Shen Muyan.

It was like finding a pearl in the vast ocean, rare and precious.

Charming, gentle.

“Okay.” Shen Muyan agreed, not even bothering to refuse. She was truly hungry.

——

The restaurant served all the signature dishes, a complete spread. Qin Yanzhou had heard Shen Muyan mention it before, so he chose it.

Usually, when choosing a place to eat, she would be very picky. It was already past noon, and although she was truly hungry, she didn’t show any signs of being picky.

She loved meat, but she was as gentle as a Bodhisattva.

He really thought he was mistreating her.

Shen Muyan ate gracefully, unaware of the scrutinizing gaze Qin Yanzhou cast upon her. After the meal, the sweet taste of the pastry lingered on her lips, her voice trailing off like a soft string, like a playful Persian cat.

“Qin Xian, this restaurant is so hidden. I’ve been in Shanghai for so long and haven’t even noticed it.”

“I’m very satisfied with the artistry of this private kitchen, but it’s tucked away in a classic, retro corner. The entire decoration blends seamlessly with the surrounding buildings, making it hard to discover this hidden gem.”

Qin Yanzhou was back to his usual laconic style.

“Hmm, hmm.” Shen Muyan nodded, putting down her long-handled porcelain spoon. She was conflicted about something.

“What’s wrong?” Her delicate brows gradually took on a hesitant expression.

As a businesswoman, she was adept at reading people.

From the side, two seats away, Qin Xian clearly noticed this subtle shift in her expression.

“Maybe I’ve been too proactive today. Perhaps I haven’t even noticed it myself.”

“Qin Xian, we haven’t exchanged contact information yet…” Shen Muyan was curious about Qin Yanzhou. He seemed different from her brother and father. Although he was sometimes a bit harsh, he was also quite gentle at times.

Qin Yanzhou didn’t expect Shen Muyan to bring up this topic.

He thought it would be about work or something related to Rong.

His narrow, long phoenix eyes glanced at Shen Muyan’s smiling face, deliberately avoiding her gaze. He neither refused nor hesitated.

In this position, he had seen countless women of all kinds, chasing money, power, fame… They used every means imaginable, hardly any were innocent.

But Shen Muyan was different.

Like a white rose blooming in barren land, she attracted attention and left an unforgettable impression.

After adding his contact information, Qin Yanzhou didn’t immediately leave. Shen Muyan was hiding something. As soon as they parted ways, she started flipping through her phone’s main page.

Ning Qing watched her sister’s actions through the rearview mirror. First, she was filled with anticipation, then her beautiful eyes narrowed slightly, and finally, she sighed.

Without asking further, she first sent Shen Muyan back to the company to rest.

Shen Muyan had always been used to taking a nap at noon, so her office cubicle had a separate sleeping area, decorated in the same style as her villa.

——Royal View Manor——

Upstairs, a study with a jade-like atmosphere, seemingly simple yet luxurious in every detail.

Past rows of bookshelves, a sandalwood arc-shaped table held a pot of vibrant orchids, acquired at an auction. The blooming season was approaching, and the buds were tightly wrapped.

Through the gaps in the slender green leaves, one could catch a glimpse of a man’s sharp features. Even without the sternness of his usual demeanor, he still seemed difficult to approach.

The phrase “The Nobleman in the Clouds, with Exquisite Bones and a Graceful Presence” best described Qin Yanzhou.

Noble, elegant, with an undeniable aura.

His eyes were like pools of ink, fixed on a photo on the computer screen. He seemed lost in thought, yet he couldn’t tear himself away.

The background was a racetrack, and Shen Muyan was wearing a tailored riding outfit, astride a magnificent horse, her beauty both unrestrained and flamboyant.

Especially the shot that perfectly outlined her slender waist, captivating and alluring.