Shocking! The school heartthrob who was adopted by a wealthy family is actually a heiress!

Chapter 351 Busy Chatting
When Shen Yanci looked at him, Lin Shi pointed to his own eyes with his index and middle fingers, and then pointed to Shen Yanci.

His face screamed: "I am watching you."

Shen Yanci ignored his provocation and said, "I'm leaving."

Lin Shi crossed his arms and trailed off, "Go away, don't bother coming back."

"..."

On Wednesday, Qin Zhao, Lin Shi, and Qin Qiong attended a banquet together. With Lin Shi and Qin Qiong present, Qin Zhao felt virtually no social pressure.

Ji Chen has a bachelor's and master's degree from the US, and Qin Zhao also considered Columbia University during his summer research. The two of them do have some common ground.

Seeing that the two were chatting in a harmonious atmosphere, Qin Qiong exchanged a smile with Ji Chen's mother, Zhao Xiwen.

Zhao Xiwen: "Our Ah Chen is usually a bit slow to warm up, but he gets along well with Zhao Zhao."

Ji Chen is the second oldest child in his family, with one older brother and one younger brother and sister.

Although they may be relatively "marginalized" within the family, they face less risk and stress. They possess greater empathy and time, enabling them to provide higher emotional value to their partners.

He can prioritize his small family over family missions, yet he lacks the ego and arrogance of the youngest son. Compared to the only sons, eldest sons, and youngest sons of wealthy families, he has a higher potential for happiness.

He was of above-average appearance, had a good personality, was three years older than Qin Zhao, and was more mature. Furthermore, he was a psychology major, which was why Qin Qiong chose him.

Ji Chen and Qin Zhao chatted about their professional knowledge and studying abroad. Lin Shi listened, feeling utterly bored, when Shen Yanci messaged him asking what he was doing. He replied immediately:

"eat."

Shen Yanci: "Is it delicious?"

Lin Shi felt a chill run down his spine: "Are you sick?"

He glanced at Qin Zhao out of the corner of his eye and clicked his tongue knowingly.

Her phone wasn't on the table; it was probably on silent.

He clicked his tongue twice, his tone sharp: "What, Qin Zhao didn't reply to you?"

He leaned back casually on the sofa and typed: "She's busy."

Shen Yanci: What are you busy with?

Lin Shi quietly tilted his phone slightly to avoid being seen by his elders and quickly snapped a picture in the direction of Qin Zhao and Ji Chen.

A soft click.

Qin Zhao and Ji Chen looked at him one after the other.

He grinned at them: "I'm going to reply to a message, you guys continue."

"..."

Lin Shi, being particularly cheeky, clicked to send the original photo and typed, "Busy chatting."

Shen Yanci did not reply.

Lin Shi looked at the chat window with "The other party is typing..." and no messages popped up. Imagining Shen Yanci's silent expression, he couldn't help but chuckle.

He lowered his head, his shoulders trembling, trying to hold back, but instead he let out a pig-like grunt.

As expected, it attracted the attention of everyone at the table.

Although Qin Zhao was already used to it, he still asked, "What's wrong, brother?"

Lin Shi waved his hand, clutching his stomach, his breathing unsteady: "It's nothing, Yang Ming just sent me a joke."

His laughter was so funny, it sounded like pigs and geese were all crying out.

Qin Zhao was both confused and speechless, but he still managed a smile.

Qin Qiong glanced at him with a hint of warning: "This child has always had a low threshold for laughter."

Zhao Xiwen smiled and said, "That's good. It shows her true nature and cheerfulness."

Qin Qiong smiled slightly; this was his greatest strength.

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In the photo, Qin Zhao tilts her head slightly as she listens to Ji Chen speak, while Ji Chen's gaze falls on her with a faint smile on his face.

Shen Yanci stared at the screen for a few seconds, then placed the phone face down on the table.

When Secretary Gao came in, she saw President Ci with his eyes closed, tapping the table absently with his fingertips.

He looked expressionless, but his lips were unconsciously pursed.

From the moment he asked what time it was after the meeting, he exuded a low-key aura. Secretary Gao, keeping her eyes closed and her mind focused, placed the document in front of him: "President Ci, this is the revised contract. Please take a look."

Shen Yanci picked up the contract, turned to the key clauses, stopped, and stared at a certain page for a long time without moving.

Secretary Gao's mind raced as he recalled the contents of the contract. He had checked it three times; there shouldn't be any problems.

After waiting another two minutes, he hesitated before asking, "Is there a problem?"

Shen Yanci seemed to snap out of his reverie, flipped to the signature section, and said in a calm voice, "No problem."

After signing the contract, he handed it back and said, "Go on with your work."

"Ok."

Secretary Gao took the contract and pondered her boss's thoughts.

I made sure to leave Wednesday afternoon free last Friday, but on Tuesday I told him to fill his schedule completely, even bringing forward his later work, acting like a heartless work machine.

Secretary Gao pondered for a moment, when suddenly a thought struck him: "Does the Crown Prince want to speed up his ascension to the throne?"
Secretary Gao lowered his gaze and focused his mind, instantly becoming more alert.

After all, Shen Yanci has "ascended the throne," and he is a loyal subject who followed the emperor!

He's no longer a junior high graduate just starting out in his career; he's a mid-to-senior level professional.

Ability and hard work are one aspect, but working with a good team is another crucial aspect.

Thinking about the bright future, Secretary Gao quickly got to work with the contract in hand.

Night had fallen, but the fifteenth floor was still brightly lit.

In the early stages before entering the core layer, Shen Yanci did not have a fixed office. Instead, she rotated between middle floors, working with the directors of various business departments.

Shen Yanci confirmed three investment projects in succession and held two international meetings.

Secretary Gao knocked on the door and came in: "President Yanci, the meeting report and preliminary memorandum of investment projects have been prepared and sent to your email."

"it is good."

"Tomorrow's schedule includes four meetings: a senior management meeting at 9:00 AM, a lunch meeting with Mr. Li from a renowned company, a presentation by the Lingjing Technology team at 2:00 PM, and a multinational meeting with a British company at 5:00 PM. The detailed schedule has been updated on Apex."

"it is good."

Secretary Gao glanced at his untouched meal: "It's already nine o'clock, would you like to eat something first?"

It's nine o'clock.

Shen Yanci glanced at the time: "It's so late, why haven't you left yet?"

Secretary Gao: "I still have some finishing work to do, I'll leave as soon as I'm done."

Shen Yanci pressed his brow: "Unless there's something particularly urgent, you can leave work on time."

"It's okay, I enjoy my work."

Shen Yanci looked up at him.

Secretary Gao remained composed, his words, though eloquent and flattering, contained not a trace of obsequiousness.

He seemed to realize that what he said sounded a bit insincere, and explained, "There's nothing to do when I go back, and work gives me a sense of value."

The phone screen on the desk lit up at just the right moment.

Upon seeing the name, Shen Yanci's deep weariness seemed to dissipate slightly.

Zhao Zhao: "What are you doing?"

Shen Yanci sent a picture of his desk: "Looking at a report."

"Are you still at the company so late?"

"It'll be over soon."

"Dinner yet?"

Shen Yanci hesitated for a moment: "I've already eaten."

Qin Zhao: "Then hurry up and get busy. Once you're done, go home and rest."

Immediately afterwards, she sent a hugging emoji.

Shen Yanci's lips unconsciously curved into a slight smile.

I'll post it tomorrow.