The person who entered was indeed as Ye Ziyu had guessed.
Gu Xiuyu entered and looked at Ye Ziyu, who was in front of the desk. "I thought you weren't here."
Since he thought she wasn't here, he hadn't left.
Ye Ziyu pointed to the files in front of her. "I was too focused on reading and didn't pay much attention."
"Did I disturb you?" As he spoke, Gu Xiuyu walked up to Ye Ziyu. He lowered his head to examine the files in front of him.
Ye Ziyu put away the files and walked out from behind them. "Is there something you need?"
She wanted to hear what he could possibly need her for.
Gu Xiuyu gazed into Ye Ziyu's deep eyes, realizing she was wary of him. He knew he had to adjust his approach.
Ye Ziyu's bright eyes were fixed on Gu Xiuyu, as if she wouldn't give up unless he said something important today.
"I just heard Director Ye say that you are solely in charge of the project. I'm going to the site today and thought that if you don't have any other important matters, we could go together. This would also be beneficial for your later planning and design."
Did he show such consideration to all his partners?
Ye Ziyu forced a smile. "Thank you for your consideration, Director Gu, but I have other things to do today."
Other things?
Upon hearing this, Gu Xiuyu immediately said, "It's fine. We can go together when you have time."
This statement, made without much thought, clearly contradicted his initial remarks. Ye Ziyu understood his intentions. His consideration was directed solely at her, or perhaps it was laced with other feelings.
"No, thank you. If needed, I will go myself. Director Gu, you don't need to wait for me, and it would avoid causing you unnecessary trouble," Ye Ziyu said.
Hearing her refusal, Gu Xiuyu fell silent.
"Director Gu, I still have a lot of work to do, so I can't chat with you any longer," Ye Ziyu said, issuing a polite dismissal.
"If you don't understand anything about the project, feel free to contact me anytime."
"Okay."
Ye Ziyu watched Gu Xiuyu leave and leaned back on the sofa, feeling relieved. If she had gone with him to the site without understanding his intentions, Di Mingjue would have been very upset and waited anxiously for her return to explain.
Gu Xiuyu returned to the conference room, and Ye Shaoting specifically glanced behind him. It seemed Ye Ziyu had no interest in him! Compared to Di Mingjue, he would rather Ye Ziyu be with Gu Xiuyu. It wasn't about Ye Ziyu's happiness; he simply wanted Di Mingjue to experience the pain of losing a loved one.
Ye Shaoting looked at Ye Chenhan. "Go and see what Ziyu is doing. I've just booked a restaurant. Director Gu left in too much of a hurry last time; this time, he must accept our invitation to stay."
Have lunch with Ye Ziyu?
Gu Xiuyu was naturally happy, but would she agree?
"Miss Ye seems quite busy."
Ye Shaoting instantly understood. "Ziyu knows how to behave. Director Gu, as a distinguished guest of the company, should naturally set aside his work."
After speaking, he urged Ye Chenhan beside him.
Ye Chenhan was merely a messenger. He dared not disobey Ye Shaoting's commands.
Returning to the office, he pushed the door open hastily.
"Did Gu Xiuyu leave?" Ye Ziyu asked curiously when she saw him return.
He had spoken a bit too much and left in a bit of a hurry. Ye Chenhan shook his head, took a sip of water, and then replied, "He hasn't left. My elder brother sent me to call you."
"Call me?"
"Yes, my elder brother booked a restaurant and wants you to have lunch with Director Gu later."
"Have lunch together?"
Ye Ziyu's scalp tingled at the mention of lunch. The last time, it was because of a meal that photos were taken. Another incident like that might cause further trouble.
"I have an appointment at noon, so I won't be going."