"Mm!"
Sheng Yuanhai nodded and watched Sheng Chenjin leave the office.
Sheng Chenjin left with anticipation.
Then, he called Shi Xinxin again, inviting her to attend the bidding meeting today.
Unfortunately, Shi Xinxin was not free. She said she was preparing for a new design and could not accompany Sheng Chenjin to the project event.
Sheng Chenjin hung up the phone, feeling dejected.
He couldn't understand what was going on with Shi Xinxin. She used to be indifferent to him, but now she was becoming increasingly distant.
This made him very unhappy.
Did women all like gentle, refined, and gentlemanly men?
If so, he could try to reform himself and be as gentlemanly as possible.
...
Although Sheng Chenjin was depressed, he did not forget that it was an important day. He specially took half a day off to go shopping for gifts.
The gifts he chose were all suitable for women to wear. He wanted to appease his future mother-in-law, hoping that she would not oppose his relationship with Shi Xinxin too much, so he had to show his sincerity.
He never lacked money, and he didn't know what to give Shi Xinxin. He thought, perhaps he could buy some jewelry.
So, he asked someone to appraise the jewelry to see if it was suitable for Shi Xinxin to wear.
After looking at his jewelry, the jewelry store owner told him that it was indeed more suitable for women to wear.
After hearing the owner's words, Sheng Chenjin immediately took out his bank card and asked the owner to swipe his card for payment.
He himself had no research into luxury items like jewelry and didn't know how to appreciate them. However, he believed that women liked jewelry, so he specifically went abroad to purchase it.
Although these jewelry items were expensive, they were of superior quality and would definitely meet his future mother-in-law's aesthetic standards.
After buying the jewelry, he quickly drove to the Shi family's residence.
He parked the car steadily and stepped out.
The bodyguards all saluted him and greeted him, "Young Master."
"Mm!!"
Sheng Chenjin responded indifferently and then walked into the villa.
At this time, the Shi family's residence was brightly lit, and several men in black suits and well-polished leather shoes stood in the courtyard.
Seeing Sheng Chenjin arrive, they quickly stepped forward. One of them respectfully called out, "Young Master."
"Is Uncle Shi inside?"
"Yes."
Sheng Chenjin narrowed his eyes slightly and walked towards the house.
In the living room, Shi Jianzhong was sitting on the sofa waiting for Sheng Chenjin. Seeing Sheng Chenjin enter, he immediately put on a smile.
"Chenjin, sit down quickly."
"Uncle, is there something you wanted to see me about?" Sheng Chenjin walked to the side of the sofa, his expression calm and his tone casual.
"It's like this, I called you here today for two main reasons."
"What is it? Just tell me directly, I'm all ears."
Shi Jianzhong nodded. He looked at Sheng Chenjin and after a moment of thought, said, "The first matter is that your father has already called me to discuss your marriage with Xinxin, so I wanted to ask for your opinion."
"What? Marriage?" Sheng Chenjin was surprised and stared at Shi Jianzhong in confusion. "Didn't you say you wouldn't interfere with my making friends?"
"I did say that, but Xinxin is my most cherished child. I can't bear to see her wronged, so..."
Sheng Chenjin frowned and questioned coldly, "You don't believe in my character?"
"That's not what I mean. I'm just worried that Xinxin will be bullied by you after marrying you. Moreover, your family is wealthy, and I'm afraid Xinxin will suffer."
"Heh! Uncle, you're really overthinking things. Although I, Sheng Chenjin, was born into wealth, I have my own principles and will not do anything that relies on power to bully others."
Shi Jianzhong shook his head and sighed. He continued to persuade, "I know that you're proud and complacent, managing a company at such a young age. But Xinxin is my most beloved daughter, and I don't want her to be wronged. Therefore, I hope you will treat her well."
Sheng Chenjin suppressed the urge to roll his eyes and patiently said, "Uncle, this is your family matter. As her father, you don't need to seek my opinion. Moreover, Xinxin is already an adult and has her own choices."
Shi Jianzhong's expression changed slightly. "I know you like Xinxin, but what if Xinxin doesn't have feelings for you?"
"That's not important."
"Chenjin, do you really like Xinxin?"
"Yes."
Shi Jianzhong was relieved. As long as Sheng Chenjin made a commitment, he was confident he could get him to marry Shi Xinxin. As for what would happen in the future, no one could say for sure.
"Chenjin, I know your intentions, and I'm very pleased." Shi Jianzhong patted Sheng Chenjin's shoulder. "However, this matter still depends on your mutual willingness. You don't need to force it. As long as you sincerely like Xinxin, I will do my best to bring you two together."
"Thank you, Uncle."
Shi Jianzhong nodded with satisfaction and then changed the subject, discussing work-related matters.
Shi Xinxin stayed at school for two days and finally received a text message from Sheng Chenjin. He asked her to meet him at Xinghe Cafe at six o'clock tonight.
When Shi Xinxin received the text message, she was dozing on her desk. When her phone rang, she groggily picked up her phone and slid open the screen.
[Xinxin, six o'clock tonight, Xinghe Cafe, I'll be waiting for you there.]
After reading the message, Shi Xinxin's eyes shot open. She looked out the window. The night was gradually falling, and the dazzling lights enveloped the entire city, creating a magnificent spectacle.
She put down her phone, and a happy smile bloomed on her lips.
In the evening, at five-thirty, she arrived at Xinghe Cafe punctually.
Pushing open the glass door, she saw a spacious and bright private room. The room contained only one table, with nothing else. It was simple, elegant, and very comfortable.
"Miss, hello." The waiter enthusiastically greeted her. "Is this a table booked by Mr. Sheng Chenjin?"
Shi Xinxin nodded. "Yes."
"Okay, please follow me." The waiter led her toward the private room.
When she pushed open the door, Shi Xinxin was stunned for a moment.
Various artworks were hanging on the walls of the private room, and Sheng Chenjin was currently standing in front of an easel, seemingly painting.
After looking around, Shi Xinxin walked to Sheng Chenjin's side. "Why are you here?"
Didn't he dislike this kind of place?
"Because..." Sheng Chenjin stopped painting and turned to look at her. "I want to be in the same room with you."
Shi Xinxin's face instantly turned bright red. She glared at him. "Who wants to be in the same room with you? My parents don't agree to our marriage, so me rejecting you doesn't mean I've agreed to marry you."
Sheng Chenjin's lips curved into a charming smile. He reached out and hugged her slender, soft waist. "Let's date first."
"Who wants to date you!" Shi Xinxin struggled to break free from his embrace. "Can you stop pestering me? Don't you have many women? Go find them!"
Sheng Chenjin smiled and reached out to pinch her round cheek. "Are you jealous?"
"No!" Shi Xinxin turned her head away. "You don't need to deliberately misinterpret my words."