Flower Room

Chapter 37 Proposals
In the early morning, as soon as Zhao Yongfu stepped into the office, he received a notice asking him to go to the president's office immediately. He threw down his briefcase and hurried over before he could take a sip of tea.

After entering the door, I saw Shao Yun standing in front of the table, looking down at the financial statement he submitted yesterday.

Hearing the noise at the door, Shao Yun turned around and saw him without exchanging greetings. He went straight to the subject and said, "As for the accounts, you can check with me to see if there are any loopholes in other business departments. With this opportunity, I have to sort it out! In addition, regarding the deficit of the hotel..." His voice sank slightly, and finally he said gloomily, "Clos the hole as soon as possible."

Zhao Yongfu secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and said repeatedly: "Okay, okay, I'll do it right away." He seemed afraid that he would change his mind.But he didn't feel relaxed in his heart, "In this way, our available working capital will be a little tight, and the purchase cost of special steel is really..."

Shao Yun quickly interrupted him and said, "Let's find Uncle Qu. With so many years of friendship, he won't stand idly by."

Zhao Yongfu had no choice but to agree, but his eyes were still worried. Shao Yun is betting all his treasures on the new project now, which seems a bit desperate.However, once the project fails, how should the consequences end?
This is not just a matter of financial turnover. It is more related to Shao Yun's reputation and status in the company. The glory continues, Zhao Yongfu is not very sure about this.

Of course, the only thing he can do at this moment is to suppress all kinds of doubts in his heart, try his best to help Shao Yun tide over the difficulties, and think of ways to deal with the worse situation he may face in advance.

Shao Yun had already sat back in his chair, his face was clouded, and he said suddenly: "I have already sent someone to investigate Li Jiang's whereabouts."

Zhao Yongfu was not surprised. He had already guessed that with Shao Yun's character, it was impossible to let it go. Sure enough, he continued: "Hmph, he just wanted to get away after taking my money. Did he think I was so easy to get rid of? I want Let him swallow the money, and then spit it out again!" He gritted his teeth as he spoke bitterly, feeling extremely indignant.

Looking at his livid and determined face, Zhao Yongfu looked a bit like Shao Junkang back then, and couldn't help but smile in relief, after all, the tiger father has no dogs!

There were two meetings in the morning, and it wasn't until after eleven o'clock that Shao Yun returned to the office. Before he could catch his breath, the phone on the desk rang. He knew it was Manzhi when he heard the voice.

He picked up the phone and glanced at the flickering screen, but hesitated, not really wanting to answer it.

Manzhi seldom took the initiative to call him, and usually nothing good happened, either he was in trouble, or he was arguing with him about Mengmeng's education.

In the past two days, he has been entangled in several troubles, and he is in a very bad mood. He just wants to be alone and quiet.And this woman seemed to easily arouse the most restless part of his emotions, making it difficult for him to control himself.

Cruel and heartless, he threw down the phone and planned to ignore it, but the ringtone was too persistent and melodious, corroding his brain nerves as it drifted back and forth, he finally sighed helplessly, and pressed the answer button heavily with his fingers .

"Is something wrong?" he asked lightly.

Manzhi called him all morning, each time it rang for a long time, but no one answered, she became more and more uneasy, thinking that something happened, so she called over and over again, so that she almost forgot the purpose of calling What is it, just purely want to connect.

She was about to hang up the phone just now, but he answered it unexpectedly.

She was also a little dazed for a moment, but she didn't know how to speak, she was stunned for a few seconds before asking in a daze, "Are you... in the company?" "I'm not in the company, where else can I go?" Clinging to the armchair, I leaned back vigorously, feeling a little tired.

Manzhi also felt that she was asking a little stupidly, so she hesitated for a moment before saying, "Do you have time to come out at noon? I... want to meet you."

Her tone was so soft that Shao Yun was stunned, and he remained sitting for a long time without being able to move. This seemed to be the first time that Manzhi took the initiative to ask him out.

Seeing that he was always silent, Manzhi didn't know why, so she asked, "Why don't you talk... No matter how busy you are, you still have to eat?"

Only then did Shao Yun come to his senses, the palms holding the mobile phone felt a little sweaty, joy and tension welled up in his heart at the same time, but he refused to forgive anyone, "Then tell me first, you won a big prize today , or stepped on shit?"

Manzhi became a little annoyed, it seemed that every time she talked nicely to him, it was like playing the piano against a cow. He always liked to play tricks on himself, so his voice became thicker, "It's okay, it's okay, it's okay."

She said that she was about to close the line.

Only then did Shao Yun get anxious, and immediately said softly: "Hey, don't worry, I didn't say no!"

Manzhi was angry and funny, so she stopped being polite to him and said directly, "Well, I'll wait for you at the Yuelai Chinese restaurant near your company at 12:30."

Shao Yun readily agreed and hung up the phone, still in disbelief that Manzhi would invite him to have lunch?
It was agreed that she was waiting for him, but he arrived quite a while earlier than her. Even if she deliberately tripped him up, he had to come without hesitation, because such opportunities were rare.

Sitting in that somewhat simple Chinese restaurant, he was idly flipping through the menus whose edges were barely visible, but his eyes would glance at the street outside the glass every few seconds.

He thought she would drive over, so he kept looking for the shadow of the white pickup she bought recently in the passing traffic.The car was very conspicuous, but it was not seen for a long time.

"Huh, you came so early?" Manzhi's surprised voice was suddenly heard in his ears.

Shao Yun turned his head suddenly, and she had already sat down opposite him. Her long hair was loosely tied into a ponytail at the back of her head, she was less old-fashioned, more lively, and still had a clean and beautiful face. .She seems to have come here on foot, and the sun was shining brightly at noon, making her face flushed and extraordinarily beautiful.

He became thirsty for no reason, picked up the cup on the table and took a sip, the cool tea went down his throat, and he felt much better immediately.

"Where's your car?" He asked, squinting at her.

Manzhi solemnly put the bag in her hand on the chair in the back, and replied casually, "I borrowed it from my brother." She naturally took the recipe in front of him and flipped through it page by page. .

"Oh? Your brother can drive now?" He raised his eyebrows.

Still staring at the menu, Manzhi replied, "The store is too busy, and he likes it, so let him learn it. I don't have to worry about shipping the goods in the future."

With a wave of her hand, a waiter rushed over immediately.

"Hey, you just watched it for a long time, what do you want to eat?" Manzhi raised her head and asked him.

Shao Yun put his head in his hands and stared at her intently, "You can order whatever you want, and it will be clean." He likes to see her busy—busy for the two of them.

Manzhi smiled and said, "This place is actually quite clean. I used to come here often, so don't be prejudiced."

The waiter immediately echoed and made a few advertisements for the restaurant in a timely manner.

When the waiter left, Shao Yun leaned forward, getting closer to Manzhi, and said, "Is this your meal?"

Manzhi didn't expect him to ask such a question, she laughed and said, "Of course."

Shao Yun nodded, "Okay, I'm fine now."

"What do you mean?"

"I mean... next time you invite me, at least find a decent place, okay?"

Manzhi's face became tense again.

Shao Yun suppressed a smile and said, "Look at you, everything you say is true."

Manzhi was a little annoyed, "Am I being serious? It's not you, who always gets cheap and acts good."

"Okay, okay, I apologize to you, will it work? Hey, you came out to me today, isn't it just to vent your anger on me?"

Manzhi understands that she can't win against him when it comes to lawsuits. Over the years, she is used to it. Even if she gets angry, it only lasts for a few minutes, and it will go away after a while.

So it died down.

The food was served very quickly, a few stir-fried dishes, a pot of fresh soup, and two bowls of rice. Shao Yun found that the taste of this restaurant was really good, and he ate it with gusto.

Manzhi saw that he was eating deliciously, a smile gradually appeared on the corner of her mouth, she reached out to fill a bowl of soup, and placed it beside his hand.

Looking at her skillful movements, Shao Yun was in a daze, as if he had returned to the time when the two were intimate.

After eating almost, Manzhi opened her mouth and said, "Yesterday, I went to see your mother."

Shao Yun didn't look at her, but concentrated on drinking the soup. The stewed Wujiang fish in Guizhou was not very salty, but very fresh.

Manzhi asked cautiously: "I heard from her that the company's finances are in some trouble, isn't it?"

Shao Yun's originally good mood was suddenly overshadowed.He put down the bowl, grabbed a wet towel and wiped his mouth, and said calmly, "It's just a temporary situation."

After all, he was not willing to let Manzhi see his embarrassment, not to mention that the scene in front of him was so warm, he couldn't bear to spoil it, so he wanted to lightly resolve it.

Manzhi didn't know what he was thinking.When she accidentally learned the bad news yesterday, she was really worried.

Although she has been away for a long time, Shaw is the place where she has worked hard and left too much sweat and tears. Those intricate memories, whether it is joy or hardship, are inseparable They are intertwined together, becoming a trace that will never be erased from her heart.

She has such deep and complicated feelings for Shao, that she can't even explain her feelings clearly.

"3000 million, this Li Jiang is too..." she murmured.

In her memory, Vice President Li was not such a crazy and greedy person.But, don't all people change?Especially thinking, this moment, that moment, sometimes, I can't expect it.

Shao Yun's mood was also down. He didn't want to discuss this difficult issue with Manzhi, so he lowered his head slightly, and kept flicking the bowl with his fingers, making jingling noises.

Manzhi woke up from her own thoughts, saw his absent-minded look, and asked, "Are you full?"

"Hmm." He replied muffled.

So she ordered the waiter to remove the cups and plates, and ordered two more drinks.

The table was quickly cleared.

Manzhi carefully dug out a huge envelope from her bag, and handed it to Shao Yun.

"What is it?" He didn't answer, but stared at her in confusion.

"You'll know if you open it and take a look."

Only then did Shao Yun reach out to take it, unfasten the buckle, glanced inside, guessed something vaguely, immediately frowned, reached in and took out a few things, but after a second glance, he threw them all away again. go back.

"What do you mean?" He blushed slightly.

Manzhi said calmly: "The one you gave me during the divorce has not been touched. Maybe now... I can help you."

Those are all the shares, cash and other properties that Manzhi received from Shaw Brothers, which are clearly stipulated in the "divorce agreement", but she has never touched anything, and now they have returned it to herself intact, Shao Yun I don't know whether to be moved or angry.

He put the envelope on the table, pushed it towards her again, and resolutely refused, "Take it back, I don't need it!"

Manzhi was a little embarrassed. In fact, she always wanted to return these things to Shao Yun, and kept them by her side, which would not be of much value. Moreover, she did not deny that she would feel pressure in her heart. In her consciousness, these things were originally It shouldn't belong to her, especially now, in terms of feelings, she has made a decision.

"It's useless for me to keep it. I gave it to you. Although it may not solve all problems, at least..." She tried her best to persuade.

Shao Yun interrupted her impatiently, and said simply: "I can use it if you want, but there is a premise."

"what?"

"You remarry me."

Manzhi was startled, and then sullenly said: "Are you kidding me!"

"Then don't talk about it." He also sullen.

The faces of the two were not very good-looking, and they were silent for a while.

The waiter brought the plate with a smile on his face, put down the drinks for the two of them, and greeted him kindly: "Please take your time, both of you."

He looked at them a little more in surprise, they were fine just now.

Shao Yun said in a dejected low voice, "I'm sorry."

Manzhi's expression also eased, she knew he was in a bad mood, so she didn't bother with him.

"I just hope to help the company." She explained softly.

Shao Yun stared into her eyes, and his tone was full of expectation, "Manzhi, come back and help me."

Manzhi's heart skipped a beat.

It's not that she hasn't thought about returning to Shaw Brothers, but that was before she reunited with Chang Shaohui.Going back means getting along with Shao Yun day and night, and if she wants to get rid of him, even she has no confidence in herself.

Today's Shao Yun has indeed changed a lot compared to before, but even so, she doesn't think that they are each other's good spouse. She used to lose so badly and despair so much, she was afraid of the feeling that she couldn't get out, afraid of I will sink again.

The only way to get peace of mind is to leave him far away.

So, after struggling for a few days, she finally chose Chang Shaohui.

He would never put pressure on her, just waited silently, that kind of deep gentleness was enough to dilute the discomfort caused by the brief neglect earlier.

Manzhi has always been very realistic, there is no perfect person, and there is no perfect love, she just wants to do her best to pursue what she thinks is the right and safe relationship.

More importantly, she can't blur the definition of the word "happiness" that she has always insisted on. She doesn't want to be a person without a sense of direction.

What is happiness?
It's nothing more than meeting the right person, holding hands, and growing old together, without asking for blame.

Of course, Shao Yun was completely unaware of this.

Seeing that she didn't respond for a long time, he didn't intend to give up. Once he opened his mouth, he hoped to gain something.

"Your return will be the greatest help to Shaw Brothers." He said with certainty.

Manzhi was a little upset, and blurted out: "Isn't it enough that you have Kong Lingyi to help you?"

As soon as the words came out of her mouth, there was a burst of regret in her heart. No matter how she heard these words, she seemed to be angry, but her original intention was not like this.

Sure enough, Shao Yun narrowed his eyes, stared at her deeply, and suddenly pinched her chin with his hand, gently turned towards him, and asked with great interest: "Are you jealous?"

Manzhi's expression froze, she pushed his palm away forcefully, and said in a bit of embarrassment, "Can you be more serious?"

Shao Yun was forced to retract his hand, but the smile on his face couldn't stop rippling. Her blushing face instantly confirmed the guess he had kept in his heart for a long time.

Manzhi couldn't bear the self-righteous look on his face the most, as if their divorce didn't have much impact on him, he still regarded Manzhi as his "private property" wishful thinking.

She straightened her face immediately and said: "Shao Yun, please don't forget that we are no longer husband and wife, please don't do this again..." She didn't know how to describe his "attacks" always by surprise, just like last time The savage kisses suffered in his family, "So ignorant of the severity." She finally found a fairly appropriate word, and said it a little angrily.

Shao Yun had heard this kind of tune so many times, leisurely, he didn't want to argue with her.

Some things can't be covered up no matter how much you hide and whitewash. She can deceive herself, but she can't deceive him.

But he would never take her money. He has not reached such a desperate situation yet.

Manzhi couldn't argue with him, so she had to give up temporarily, and asked him what he planned to do in the future with a worried face.

Only then did Shao Yun get serious, with a rare seriousness on his face, "It depends on the trial production of the materials this time."

Although the relationship with Chang Shaohui is very subtle, deep in his heart, he still appreciates and trusts Chang Shaohui. He knows very well that Chang Shaohui is a pure technician with a rigorous style. Bring emotions to work.This is why even in the face of strong opposition from Lao Lu and others, he finally chose Chang Shaohui's suggestion.

Chang Shaohui acted quickly, and flew directly to Huagang with several project team members the next day after the plan was finalized. He was trying his best to buy time for Shao Yun.

Everything is ready, but the future is uncertain.

"I plan to bid for overseas venture funds and gradually enter the field of cutting-edge technology development and manufacturing... But precision machinery is the first step. If successful, the road ahead will be much easier."

Shao Yun sipped his coffee and slowly expressed his long-term plans.

Winning venture capital is not an easy task, and it requires a strong technical backing to persuade foreigners to pay. Manzhi has already learned a thing or two about the project from Chang Shaohui, but she did not expect Shao Yun's heart to be so big .

"Maybe you don't like to listen to what I say." Manzhi said.

Shao Yun snorted and said, "I don't like to hear too much of what you say, but it's okay to say it."

Manzhi ignored his sarcasm and said sincerely, "Why don't you listen to Second Uncle's opinion?"

Sure enough, Shao Yun's face darkened, he turned his head, and looked out the window.

Manzhi persuaded patiently: "Since the accident, Second Uncle's whole person has changed, and he has always cared about you...Maybe, he is not as decisive and courageous as you, but Second Uncle also has his specialties. Seek stability, and now, what Shaw Brothers lacks is..."

Shao Yun had to interrupt her, "Manzhi, you should have heard an old saying, 'A man fights for his breath, a tree fights for a piece of skin.' I don't want to go back and admit defeat to him."

"How can this be called admitting defeat? After all, he is your second uncle, and he has no evil intentions."

Shao Yun took a deep breath, "Manzhi, I don't believe you don't understand—is it so easy for people to turn their heads back?" He paused, and then said, "Isn't it the same reason you left me?"

Manzhi was speechless, and said after a while: "Just pretend I didn't say anything."

In the quiet shop, Manzhi stood by the door and trimmed a green radish. Fang Zhuyun wanted it. She thought her new home was not green, so she insisted on growing some bonsai.Luluo is easier to take care of, so Manzhi recommended it to her, and agreed that Fang Zhuyun would drive over to pick it up after work.

After fiddling for twenty minutes, she was finally satisfied. Manzhi took off her gloves, took a few steps back, and looked carefully. The lush branches and leaves, occasionally blown by the wind, swayed slightly, and there was something indescribably delicate and charming, Fang Zhuyun. I must like it.

A warm hand quietly held her palm, Manzhi turned her head in surprise, only to see Chang Shaohui standing beside her with a smile.

I haven't seen him for ten days. He seems to have lost a whole circle of weight and darkened a little, but his eyes are clear and his spirit is radiant.

"Ah, you're back?" She couldn't help but exclaimed happily.

Manzhi was a little unaccustomed to the hand still being held by him, but when she thought of the relationship between the two of them now, she did not stubbornly break away.

Chang Shaohui smiled and said to her: "Yes, I'm back, and——the task was successfully completed."

Manzhi took a deep breath, and asked in disbelief: "The material...is it qualified?"

The smile on his face remained undiminished, and he replied easily: "That's right, but we have to wait for Shaw to use it before we can finally confirm it." He raised his hand and looked at his watch, thinking: "Now, they should It's already started."

Seeing Manzhi's puzzled expression, he added, "I came back with the first batch of profiles."

He watched the sweet smile bloom on her face. Although he knew what was behind the smile, he was still very relieved because he liked to see her smile and hoped to see her happy.

When she was in a good mood, Manzhi also started to playful, looked up at his slender face, and joked with a smile, "Are you going to make steel or 'refine' people? It seems like a different person."

The hard work these days can't be explained in one or two sentences, but he laughed, "It's not only steel making, but also people making." He moved closer to her, and said in a low voice: "The 'refining' of people What about lovesickness?"

Manzhi didn't expect him to be poor-mouthed, so she pursed her lips and smiled, ignoring him.

There are still a few pots of plants that have not been taken care of, so the two of them sat one and squatted, chatting gossip one after another.

He was actually very tired. He sat in a chair and talked to her for a while, resting his head on his elbows, and fell asleep not long after.After only two sips of the cup of tea in hand, it was still hot.

Manzhi turned around and saw him falling asleep so tired, she felt a little distressed in her heart.

His chin could already faintly see stubble, and his hair had grown a lot. She remembered that he had always been a person who cared about his image.

With a long sigh, she had to admit that Chang Shaohui was a very good man.

But why is she sighing?

She was taken aback by the thought.Looking back at him with some trepidation, he was in a deep sleep and showed no sign of waking up.

It is already early summer weather, and in the evening, it is still slightly hot.She couldn't bear to disturb him, and even the slight noise made by Xiao Gong cleaning up the shop was stopped by her gestures.

But she couldn't stop Fang Zhuyun's bluffing when she broke into the door in time.

"Manzhi, is my plant ready? I'm in a hurry! Wow - it's so beautiful, this is you..." She stopped suddenly, and stood there as if someone had tapped a Ya acupuncture point, her eyes closed. Staring straight at Chang Shaohui in the chair, the latter was opening his sleepy eyes, sitting up straight with difficulty and looking around.

Fang Zhuyun looked at Chang Shaohui suspiciously, then at Manzhi in confusion, and finally asked seriously, "He...isn't Chang Shaohui?"

"Why not?" Chang Shaohui was fully awake at this time, and said with a smile.

Of course he remembered who this woman with a loud voice but an extremely delicate appearance was in front of him.The "resentment" between the two people back then was vividly and vividly presented before them.

Fang Zhuyun was completely mad, rushed to him, and shook his shoulder twice without hesitation, "Are you really Chang Shaohui? Aren't you in the United States?"

Chang Shaohui smiled. Obviously, her husband did not convey the news of his return to China, probably because he was afraid that she would come to "seek revenge".

Fang Zhuyun couldn't wait for his answer, and shouted again: "Hey, why are you in Manzhi's shop? How did you two get together?"

She was so surprised, she was asking about Chang Shaohui, but her eyes had already turned "viciously" to Manzhi, who was standing beside her smiling a little helplessly.In fact, there was no need to ask at all, as soon as she saw the expressions on the eyebrows and eyes of the two, she understood completely.

The word "fuck" made Chang Shaohui feel awkward, and he said helplessly, "Mrs. Qian, you seem to have changed little over the years, and you still look like a little girl."

When Fang Zhuyun heard this, she immediately frowned and concentrated. She hated to hear people say that she was immature, especially in front of this brother. He fired Zhao Lan back then. The main reason was that Zhao Lan was just like her, too lively and outgoing For this, she and Zhao Lan shared a common hatred and hated him for many years.

Manzhi beckoned Xiaogong over, ready to carry the green radishes, when Chang Shaohui saw him, he quickly stepped forward, stood in front of Manzhi and said, "Let me do it."

Fang Zhuyun watched Chang Shaohui lift things for herself, and felt relieved.Taking advantage of his spare time, he dragged Manzhi to a corner, and his eyes scanned her face back and forth like a radar, with an air of grasping the situation.

Manzhi looked at her smug face, burst out laughing, and pinched her chubby cheeks, "It's alright, alright, put away your face, why don't I turn myself in to you someday?"

"Your attitude is barely passable, but Su Manzhi, you are really calm." Fang Zhuyun couldn't help but said angrily, because Manzhi gave her too many "surprises".

After loading the car, Chang Shaohui asked Fang Zhuyun, "Ask Zheng Lin to come out with me at night, and let's have a get together too, how about it?"

Fang Zhuyun said: "Oh, I can't do it today. He has to work overtime. My colleague and I have made an appointment to go to the night market. Let's try another day."

She said, winking at Manzhi, "It's better for you two to get together first."

Fang Zhuyun came and went quickly.

Manzhi glanced at the wall clock on the wall, it was not too early, so she handed over the shop to Xiaogong, and left with Chang Shaohui first.

After all, after sleeping, Chang Shaohui felt much better, but Manzhi insisted on asking him to go to bed early, so he found a restaurant near his hotel, ate something casually and came out.

The two held hands and walked towards the hotel, chatting about some things along the way, Manzhi felt that Chang Shaohui tonight was very tender.

"Manzhi, I have to go back as soon as the project is over." His tone was full of nostalgia.

Manzhi nodded, but said nothing.She was also a little bit reluctant, but even if he left, she would still wait for him, just as they had agreed.

Chang Shaohui suddenly stopped and stopped in front of her, his hand was still tightly holding Manzhi's, and he looked at her with bright eyes, "How about... you go with me, okay?"

Manzhi was taken aback, and looked blankly into his affectionate eyes, "Where are you going?"

"U.S."

She was completely unprepared and was stunned for a moment.

Chang Shaohui thought about it for a moment, but decided to speak out his thoughts.

"Actually, my original plan was to immigrate to Australia after my tenure in the United States expires. I have no plan to return to China. If I hadn't met you again when I came back this time... If possible, I hope to go according to the original plan, but I have to go with you. Together."

Manzhi was a little confused, and her mind was in a mess. If she left with him, what would her father do?What about Mengmeng?
Chang Shaohui is very clear about her thoughts, he knows that it is not easy to take her away, she has too many worries, it was like this in the past, and it is still like this now.

However, if he still keeps her here, in this space that holds too much of her "past", how can he leave with peace of mind?

"Going to the United States is just for you to change your living environment." He tried to downplay the impact on her just now, "I will stay there for another six months, and if you feel unaccustomed to living abroad by then, we You can also consider coming back. But at least, we should try it, right? Manzhi...give me a chance, and give yourself a chance."

Her hand was firmly held by him, but she still felt as if she was floating in the sea, and this suggestion was too sudden.

She murmured and asked, "But, my family... still has Mengmeng...what should I do?"

Chang Shaohui looked at her solemnly, "Your father, with your brother and his family taking care of it, your daughter will be fine with Shao Yun. Only you, who have been worrying about others." He softened his voice, unable to bear Seeing her confused look, "Manzhi, think about it carefully. In fact, you can't do anything here except...increasing your troubles."

Seeing the hesitation on Manzhi's face, he suddenly felt unspeakable discomfort. He pulled her into his arms and hugged her gently, as if otherwise, she would slip away at any time.

"Manzhi, can you think about it for yourself? Totally, just for yourself...and for both of us."

Manzhi's face was pressed against his shirt, and she could hear his strong heartbeat, beating again and again.

She was really tired, tired a long time ago, and anyway, it was time for her to stop.

Perhaps, this is the harbor where she will eventually settle down.

(End of this chapter)