Sheng Chenjin chuckled softly, "Of course I know that's not what you meant."
Shi Xinxin pouted. That was definitely not what she meant!
Sheng Chenjin suddenly took Shi Xinxin's wrist, "Come with me for a cup of coffee, and I'll introduce you to someone."
"Who?"
"You'll know when we get there." Sheng Chenjin led her to the dining area and let her order two coffees and desserts.
While waiting, Sheng Chenjin took out his phone and made a call, instructing the person on the other end to investigate something.
"Brother Chenjin, where are you now?" Shi Xinxin saw Sheng Chenjin on the phone and curiously leaned closer, "What are you doing?"
Sheng Chenjin raised his hand and ruffled her short hair, "I just sent you a text message and asked someone to help me investigate something."
"What is it?"
"Something about Shen Qian, the CEO of Shen Group. Do you want to know?"
Shi Xinxin immediately asked excitedly, "What happened to him?"
Sheng Chenjin's lips curved slightly, "Shen Qian studied abroad and had a girlfriend. Later, he broke up with his girlfriend and got engaged to another heiress."
Shi Xinxin frowned, "Then why did they break up after getting engaged? Did he cheat?"
"Sort of, but the person he cheated with wasn't you."
"Who was that woman?"
"I don't know, but I've already asked someone to investigate, and I'll get the news soon."
"Who is that person?"
Sheng Chenjin smiled faintly, "Guess."
"If you don't tell me, fine. I'll find out sooner or later anyway." Shi Xinxin pouted.
Sheng Chenjin held her wrist, his deep black eyes staring at her, "Shi Xinxin, let's get married."
"Pfft! Cough, cough, cough—" Shi Xinxin, who was drinking water, choked when she heard this, "What… what nonsense are you talking about?"
Sheng Chenjin calmly took out a tissue and wiped the water from the corner of her mouth, "Didn't you say I get tired of new things quickly? Since you think so highly of me, let's just give it a try and see if I really do."
"Who wants to try with you!" Shi Xinxin looked disgusted, "Besides, don't you have a girlfriend? Why do you insist on marrying me?"
"I don't have a girlfriend right now, so you don't need to be shy. Be with me."
"I'm not shy."
Sheng Chenjin chuckled, "Well then, from now on, we are officially boyfriend and girlfriend."
Shi Xinxin gritted her teeth, this scoundrel, daring to play with her!
Seeing her exasperated look, Sheng Chenjin couldn't help but smile, "Alright, let's eat first and chat while we eat."
"Who wants to eat with you? I'll just go to the restaurant myself." Shi Xinxin shook off Sheng Chenjin's hand and ran towards the stairs.
She thought Sheng Chenjin would chase after her, but to her surprise, Sheng Chenjin actually stayed seated and didn't move.
She stood by the railing on the second floor and looked down. Sheng Chenjin was slowly sipping his coffee, his posture elegant and noble, looking relaxed and lazy, just like a prince from a movie.
Shi Xinxin couldn't help but curse inwardly. Of course, being handsome meant you could do whatever you pleased, even drinking coffee could be done with such charm and grace.
Then she thought, Sheng Chenjin was handsome, came from a good family, was rich and powerful, and most importantly, he was her future husband. Why shouldn't she like him?
With that thought, Shi Xinxin mustered up her courage and walked downstairs.
"Why did you come down?" Sheng Chenjin raised an eyebrow at her, a smile on his lips, his eyes full of affection that could drown a person.
Shi Xinxin felt a burn from his intense gaze and coughed lightly to hide her embarrassment, "Since you invited me for coffee, I'll graciously accompany you."
"I didn't expect you to be so generous. In that case, I'll treat, and you pay."
"Why should you pay?"
"Every waiter here was hired by me."
"..." Shi Xinxin's mouth twitched, "You're such a rich tycoon."
"You don't need to envy me."
"Who wants to envy you? I don't care." Shi Xinxin rolled her eyes at him, picked up her coffee, and took a sip. The bitter taste filled her tongue, and she frowned, "What kind of terrible coffee is this? It's so bitter."
Sheng Chenjin couldn't help but laugh, "If you like it, I'll give you a can."
Shi Xinxin shook her head, "You better save it."
"Xinxin, what color do you like?"
Shi Xinxin thought for a moment, "I like blue."
"Hmm, and what flower do you like?"
"Lilies." Shi Xinxin tilted her head and thought, "Roses are fine too."
"Okay, I've noted it down." Sheng Chenjin took out his phone and made a few calls, then said to Shi Xinxin, "Xinxin, let's go."
Shi Xinxin was stunned, "Go where?"
"To eat, and then to a date."
Shi Xinxin rolled her eyes, "I'm not hungry today. I want to go home and eat. Besides, we just started dating. Isn't it too soon for a date?"
"It's not too soon." Sheng Chenjin took her hand, "Let's have a candlelit dinner."
"No, I have something to do tonight."
"What is it?"
"I made plans with colleagues."
"Then another day. I'll accompany you."
"No need. They are my friends. I don't need you to accompany me." Shi Xinxin shook off his hand, "You should go back to sleep. I'm so tired."
"I also want to go singing. Aren't you coming?"
"Not going."
"Alright, then I'll go home first. Be safe on your way."
"Okay." Shi Xinxin waved her hand and walked into the restaurant.
The restaurant was brightly lit, and soft, dynamic music was playing on the stage.
She sat by the window, looking at the neon lights outside, her heart pounding.
"Xinxin, over here."
Suddenly, a familiar voice made Shi Xinxin turn around in surprise. She saw a young man in a white shirt and jeans, holding a cigarette between his fingers, waving at her.
Shi Xinxin joyfully stood up and ran to the boy, "Xu Jiayi, why are you here?"
"Came to see you. I heard you resigned after your graduation ceremony. Where did you go?" Xu Jiayi flicked his extinguished cigarette into a trash can and looked at her, "You seem to have lost weight."
Shi Xinxin touched her cheek, "Have I?"
Xu Jiayi nodded, "Of course." He paused and continued, "Where are you living now? I'll come find you."
"I moved into Sheng Chenjin's place. I rented a house. Are you looking for me for something?" Shi Xinxin asked with blinking eyes. She and Xu Jiayi had known each other for six years, but they had never discussed relationships, let alone met parents. She had only encountered his mother by chance during college.
"Do you have a boyfriend now?"
"Didn't I just say I moved in with Chenjin? Why are you still asking?" Shi Xinxin looked at him helplessly, wondering if Xu Jiayi had taken a liking to her.
"I'm serious." Xu Jiayi's expression was solemn.
Shi Xinxin was stunned, "You don't mean you… like me, do you?"