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Mom, where are you going?

The answer is simple, no.

Leaving aside her thoughts in her heart, just by the fact that she was his assistant meant that she had absolutely no reason to shirk her duties.

She spent the whole day with complicated thoughts. When she got off work, she received a call from her boss.

"Go home and prepare. I'll pick you up later." "No," he said.

"Alright." She hesitated for a moment before replying obediently.

He said nothing and hung up.

As she was walking out of the company, she suddenly felt that something was wrong. She raised her head and saw that the expressions of her colleagues around her were different from before.

They seemed to have a little secret in common, exchanging glances, but didn't say a word, all of them seemed to have a tacit understanding. Moreover, she could see the hidden disdain and contempt in some people's eyes, as if they had discovered something that some people couldn't see.

She thought about it and decided not to ask about it. In the company, she was usually alone and didn't have any close colleagues. Of course, no one would deliberately target her.

She got off the elevator and walked out. She was too preoccupied with the banquet tonight and did not expect that the moment she left, her colleagues who had not spoken earlier would immediately whisper to each other, "Did you see that? It's her …"

"Really? If I didn't see the photo, I wouldn't have believed it …"

"That's right. I didn't expect her to be so good at acting. A white lotus …"

"Ai, you really can't judge a book by its cover …"

"That's right, that's right …"

Among them, there were those who were not well-informed. Upon seeing this, they curiously asked, "What are you guys talking about?"

Then a busybody came up to her and grabbed her. "You still don't know? "Oh god, come come come come, let's have a good talk with you …"

Thus, the women gathered together and chatted until their superior walked over before splitting up.

Shen Xiran did not pay attention to what those people were saying at all. He was only thinking, if she went to attend the banquet that night, what should he do?

As she sat in the car, she suddenly thought of Xiao Rou who was living in her house. Maybe she could help him tonight?

But what if she wouldn't?

Maybe she should reject him? But there was no reason. Did she have to tell him that she had to take care of the child at night, so she couldn't go with him?

No, don't forget what you're looking for, she said to herself silently in her heart.

Then, he could only try to ask Xiao Rou.

After returning home, she tried to tell Xiao Rou about this matter: "Xiao Rou, I have something to ask of you."

Xiao Rou blinked her eyes, "Sister Xiran, no need to be so courteous, just say it, I can do it, I will definitely do it."

"Alright, I have to go out because of something tonight, so can you help me look after the child? I should be back a bit later." "No," she said.

Xiao Rou agreed right away: "Okay, I have nothing to do here anyways, Le Le is also very cute."

Le Le looked up at his mother. "Mom, where are you going?"

She saw the fear in Le Le's eyes and felt her heart ache slightly. She sat beside him and lovingly stroked his head: "Mom is just going to work and will be back by night. Don't worry, Big Sister Xiao Rou will be with you."

Le Le looked at her, and said in a clear voice: "Then mother, you have to come back early."

She was so strong and sensible that it made his heart ache. She couldn't help but kiss his tender cheeks and say in a low voice, "Relax, I'll be back soon. You sleep obediently. Tomorrow morning mother will send you to school."

"Yes." Although there was reluctance in his eyes, he still nodded his head obediently. In his eyes, Shen Xiran felt even more heartache.

Le Le had truly been gifted to her by the heavens, she would definitely not let Si Lianye snatch him away!

In Xiao Rou's eyes, she was extremely envious of the relationship between mother and son.

Ever since she was young, she had lived in an environment that was overlooked by others. Other than her beloved brother, her parents were strangers to her. Every day, they would just look at her coldly, and even if she was bullied by the servants at home, they would pretend not to see it.

Back then, she didn't understand, but she felt that her parents were very sad to treat her like this. Every time when her own enthusiasm wasn't responded to or the servants bullied her and her parents ignored her, they would cry loudly.

Because of her flaw, the Shangguan Family, who had an extremely good face, felt ashamed and embarrassed. As a result, ever since she was young, not only had Shangguan Family never brought her out to socialize with others, she had even prepared to let her fend for herself.

All of this was because she could not speak. If it wasn't for her brother, she felt that she might not have been able to survive.

As he thought of this, he felt envy and gratitude towards his brother.

After Shen Xiran finished comforting his son, his phone rang. She looked at the number on the screen and frowned.

She stood up and said to Xiao Rou: "Then I'll leave Le Le up to you tonight."

Xiao Rou nodded: "You can rest assured."

She laughed, and told him the details of taking care of Le Le, and just as she finished speaking, her phone rang again.

Helplessly, she picked up the phone. "Boss, you were too quick. I haven't changed my clothes yet."

"No need, you can come out now. I'll wait for you downstairs." Si Lianye said to her in a tone that did not allow rejection.

"You don't need to change your clothes?" She was stunned for a moment. "Alright."

Let's see what the hell he's up to.

She put down the phone and waved at Le Le: "Le Le, mother is leaving, you should listen to me obediently okay?"

"Alright." There was reluctance in Le Le's eyes as he vigorously nodded his head.

Only then did Shen Xiran pick up his bag, thought for a moment, and went in to take a bottle of medicine to put in before going out.

When he went downstairs, he saw Si Lianye's luxury car stopped right in front of him.

The pitch-black body of the car, the conspicuous insignia of a luxurious car on the front, and the smooth lines of the car all showed the noble status of the owner.

However, in contrast to his appearance, Si Lianye's face was dark and heavy, as if he was angry.

When she got closer, she noticed that she had paused, thinking that she was just a little late, so she shouldn't have made him so angry.

Si Lianye stood by the side of the carriage and saw her come over. She nodded to her: "Get in." He did not say anything unnecessary and went straight in.

She was even more sure that he was not in a good mood. She pursed her lips and followed him in.

Who would have thought that Si Lianye would glance at her the moment she made a move: "Sit in front with me, I have something to tell you."

She was stunned for a moment. Today, even his tone was a little off. It was hard and her heart felt a little uncomfortable. However, after seeing his expression, she changed it to the front.

Once he sat down, he stepped on the throttle and the car shot forward like an arrow that had left the bowstring.

She was caught off guard, and her body suddenly leaned backwards. She looked battered and exhausted, and could not help but glare at him angrily. Are you trying to die so quickly? "

He slowed down his car and snorted. "Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to you even if it happens."

How was she supposed to answer those words? Shouldn't she thank him?

She glanced at him, the anger in her heart slowly subsided. She calmed down and asked, "Are you in a bad mood?"

He did not try to hide it from her and just humphed in a low voice.

She continued, "Why? Can you tell me the reason?"

She kept saying in her heart that she wasn't worrying about him, but about her own life. If his mood continued to worsen, then maybe his car would be destroyed and he would be busy. She was saving her life.

However, she did not plan for Si Lianye to cooperate. He merely glanced at her and said with a complicated expression: "You will not understand even if I told you about this." He paused for a moment, as if he felt that his words were a bit too harsh, and then said: "I'm not in a good mood, and my attitude is bad, I'm sorry."

She looked at him and shook her head. "Where are you taking me?" she asked.

Right now, she was wearing a small suit that was suitable for working. If it really was a banquet, then this outfit wouldn't be suitable.

He glanced at her. "It's still early. Have you eaten?"

"Yes." She was stunned and felt that his thoughts were jumping today.

He nodded, "I didn't eat it. Later, accompany me to eat a little, then go get my gown."

"Take it?" She frowned.

"I've already ordered one according to your size. I've booked one for an hour, so you can accompany me for the next hour." he said flatly.

In fact, she was a bit reluctant in her heart because she felt that her hatred towards him was slowly decreasing from the fact that she was close to him and helping her. This change made her subconsciously want to stay away from him.

However, looking at his calm and desolate expression, her heart softened for some reason. She blurted out, "Alright."

As soon as she said it, she regretted it a little, and his face lit up with the first smile of the evening. "Thank you."

She could hear the sincerity in his voice, making her feel embarrassed to say what she was about to say.

She had expected him to look for a very tall place to eat, but she hadn't expected him to drive her to in front of an alley.

The familiar road conditions startled her.

She looked at him and saw that his face was very calm, without any particular expression.

He got out of the car first and said, "Come."

She slowly followed behind him, blankly watching as he familiarly walked into a shop that sold beef noodles.

As if she had been struck by lightning, she stood at the doorway for a long time without moving.

He walked in and said something to the shop owner. Then he looked up and saw the complicated expression on her face. He waved at her. "Come here."

She pursed her lips and slowly walked to his side. "Why are you here?"