When Shen Su arrived at the office in the afternoon, Li Wen became even more convinced of her inner thoughts.
Shen Su was actually there for work, and he brought several people from Jin He with him. However, because of his relationship with Feng Feng, this visit drew a lot of attention. The moment Shen Su appeared, people started exchanging knowing glances, waiting to see the interaction between him and Feng Feng. Later, after Feng Feng and the Jin He contingent went to the conference room, their colleagues lost their focus and started discussing in the WeChat group. But Feng Feng and Shen Su did not behave as they expected, blurring the lines between personal and professional. During work, they were strictly business. Feng Feng did not concede anything due to her relationship with Shen Su, holding her ground when necessary. Shen Su was the same towards Feng Feng. When they were at loggerheads, everyone else in the conference room felt the tension.
In fact, such scenes had occurred many times before. But back then, no one knew about their relationship, and seeing them argue over work seemed perfectly normal – after all, both of them had a somewhat obsessive standard and attitude towards their work.
Now that their relationship was known, it felt a bit awkward. Even if they themselves weren't embarrassed, those around them felt it. It was probably like children watching their parents argue, not knowing whether to intervene or not.
Some even worried if their constant bickering at work would affect their relationship in private.
Such worries largely dissipated when, at the end of the workday, Shen Su was seen entering Feng Feng's office.
A few colleagues who had attended the meeting with them and witnessed their arguments gathered to discuss.
One of them said, "It seems our worrying was unnecessary. President Shen and President Feng's relationship is doing just fine."
Another, chuckling, gossiped, "Do you think President Shen went in to appease her?"
"Rather than President Shen appeasing her, I'd rather see President Feng do the appeasing. I can't imagine that scene. I wonder if President Shen could handle it."
"It's definitely President Shen appeasing her. I don't think President Feng knows how to appease someone. When she was dating Li Yue, I never saw her try to appease him."
"Haha, President Feng and Li Yue actually made a good couple. How did they break up? Did President Shen poach her?"
Infidelity and poaching were common in this circle. Shen Su already had a reputation as a ladies' man, so if he had done something like that, it wouldn't have been surprising.
While the discussions outside were heating up, Feng Feng and Shen Su had already emerged from the office. Feng Feng was in front, Shen Su behind. They quickly walked side-by-side. Although there were no intimate gestures, their presence together changed the atmosphere and aura completely, exuding an inexplicable ambiguity and tension.
The discussions outside came to a halt. Someone spoke up, "President Feng, President Shen, are you leaving for the day?"
Feng Feng replied, "Mm." Her manner of speaking and acting was consistent, and her colleagues were used to it.
In contrast, Shen Su was much more enthusiastic. He smiled and said, "You all should get off work early too. I'm taking her to dinner; she worked too hard today."
With that one sentence, he not only responded to his colleagues' greetings but also showed off their affection. Several colleagues in the office chuckled. Some bolder ones directly chimed in, "Then President Shen should hurry and take President Feng for some one-on-one time. We won't be the third wheel."
Shen Su smiled and nodded, then led Feng Feng into the elevator. After the elevator doors closed, Shen Su asked Feng Feng, "How do you feel?"
Feng Feng shook her head. "I don't feel anything."
Shen Su said, "I thought you might regret going public because of all this gossip."
"Do you think my psychological resilience is that poor?" Feng Feng gave a short laugh. "These things don't affect me."
The elevator stopped. Shen Su let Feng Feng exit first, then followed, saying, "Of course, I know these things don't affect you. Who is President Feng? These little matters are nothing."
Feng Feng asked, "Then why did you ask?"
Shen Su replied, "Even though I know you won't be affected by these things, I also don't want to hear people gossiping behind your back or saying things that aren't good for you – is there any of that now?"
Shen Su's expression was serious, not like he was sweet-talking. Feng Feng didn't feel he was lying. He had been the same when he was dating Ji Tong. Although he changed girlfriends frequently, he was impeccable in this regard, which was why so many people were devoted to him, including Feng Feng, who was actually moved by his words.
"No, Chairman Chen visited once." Feng Feng told Shen Su about the morning's events. "My colleagues at the office are fine with me; they wouldn't attack me because of this."
Feng Feng had been working at the office since graduation. The reason she stayed was the relatively good atmosphere. Although there were social demands, internal power struggles were far less prevalent than elsewhere. In these years, she had never had conflicts with her colleagues, and everyone treated her well.
Shen Su knew this was the case, but he still didn't want to take any risks. "Tomorrow, treat your colleagues to coffee. Thank them for their cooperation with your work."
Feng Feng felt this action was a bit too high-profile and instinctively wanted to refuse, but the words caught in her throat as she swallowed them back. Nothing was more high-profile than publicly dating Shen Su. Having done that, what was a cup of coffee for colleagues?
Finally, Feng Feng agreed.
That evening, Feng Feng and Shen Su had dinner together, and then they each went home.
Shen Su had originally wanted to go back to her apartment with Feng Feng, but Feng Feng refused and directly sent him away. He had no choice but to return to his own residence.
They met again the next morning.
Some matters at the office did not require Shen Su's personal involvement, but he still came. Not only that, but he had his assistant bring a lot of coffee, and everyone in the office received some.
As Shen Su passed through the office area, someone thanked him. He smiled and replied, "It is I who should thank you for your care and cooperation with President Feng. Everyone has worked hard."
"It's not hard; it's our duty. We wish President Shen and President Feng a long and lasting relationship!"
"Haha, President Shen, keep up the good work! We hope to receive wedding candies too!"
The colleagues in the office were all astute and knew how to speak. The mention of wedding candies, in particular, hit Shen Su right in the heart, and he smiled even more brightly. "That's for sure. Just wait."
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Shen Su left the office area, while his colleagues were still immersed in his response.
Judging by his words, he was genuinely considering marrying Feng Feng. Although they knew their relationship was serious, they hadn't expected the progress to be so fast. His tone suggested that a wedding was imminent.
After leaving the office area, Shen Su went to see Chairman Chen again.
Chairman Chen and Shen Jianghe were old friends and had watched Shen Su grow up. They addressed each other as uncle and nephew in private.