GBP Chapter 3 You and him are very familiar?
Chapter 3 You and him are very familiar?
"You're working at the Huo Group headquarters now? It's been a few years, but you're still as outstanding as ever."
Inside the supermarket, Xie Youan walked beside Jiang Qin carrying a shopping basket and said sincerely.
Despite her unspoken grievances, Jiang Qin smiled faintly and said, "Thank you for the compliment. You are excellent too."
Jiang Qin was sincere. During their conversation, she learned that Xie You'an, who was the same age as her, was already the president of Yunteng Technology. The Huo family had previously cooperated with Yunteng Technology, which showed its strength.
Upon hearing this, Xie You'an, who was standing next to Jiang Qin, seemed to think of something, and his eyes darkened slightly.
However, he quickly concealed these emotions and turned to Jiang Qin, saying, "By the way, didn't you used to really like painting? I even prepared a gift for you since I've been staying in China for a while. Actually, I was planning to contact you in the last few days."
This surprised Jiang Qin. "A gift? For me?"
In Jiang Qin's memory, she and Xie Youan did not seem to be that close. Although they were high school classmates, they were in the same grade but not in the same class. In fact, when she recalled it, she felt that they were at most nodding acquaintances.
Xie Youan hummed in response and was about to say something when a sudden voice interrupted their conversation.
"Secretary Jiang?" The male voice sounded very familiar to Jiang Qin.
Jiang Qin paused slightly, looked in the direction of the sound, and saw Huo Sili pushing a shopping cart between the side shelves, with Li Xueqian beside him.
Strangely enough, in that first glance, Jiang Qin subconsciously noticed Huo Sili's tie.
That was the second year of their secret marriage, and it was the birthday gift she gave him.
It was quite expensive, a high-end brand custom order. She came from an ordinary background and was used to being frugal, but she didn't feel bad about spending money on him at the time.
But at this moment... Jiang Qin belatedly felt sorry for him.
However, even though she was the one who was hurt, it was Horstley who seemed more unhappy.
"What a coincidence, Secretary Jiang and President Xie seem to be having a pleasant chat." Huo Sili pushed a shopping cart toward them.
Jiang Qin really didn't know what to say about his words, because it was obvious that Huo Sili had made the false accusation first.
She only felt tired. The insomnia yesterday and the emotional blow she suffered in the morning did not bring her any relief during the short lunch break. Now, facing Huo Sili, Jiang Qin did not want to pay any attention to him.
"Jiang Qin?" Xie You'an was clearly surprised as he watched Jiang Qin's retreating figure.
The man glanced at Huo Sili, "Mr. Huo, I'm sorry, I have to go now."
Jiang Qin's disregard for his words undoubtedly touched a raw nerve with Huo Sili.
His face darkened. Li Xueqian glanced at Jiang Qin, who was walking away quickly, then looked at the young man chasing after Jiang Qin, raised an eyebrow slightly, and finally turned her gaze back to Huo Sili's face.
"Brother Sili, do you want to go after him?" Li Xueqian asked in a seemingly harmless tone.
Huo Sili suddenly gave him a cold look, "Why should I chase after him?"
Li Xueqian froze, realizing that she had let something slip. Indeed, she had only found out that Huo Sili's wife was Jiang Qin by asking Yuan Lianqing. What she said just now was to tell him that she had secretly inquired about his private life.
This clearly doesn't fit the innocent, virtuous persona she cultivated in front of Horst.
In a flash, realizing this, Li Xueqian quickly shifted the blame, asking, "Oh, isn't she?"
“But when Aunt Yuan called me before, she said, ‘Brother Sili, you married your secretary? Her surname is Jiang. It was a secret marriage.’”
Li Xueqian's voice trailed off, "Could it be that I misheard?"
Li Xueqian received no answer; Huo Sili had already looked away from her face and gazed into the distance.
A woman's sixth sense told Li Xueqian that Huo Sili was looking for Jiang Qin, and resentment rose in her heart.
A girl from an ordinary family only managed to win Huo Sili's favor because she resembled her somewhat, and she even dared to throw a tantrum in front of Huo Sili.
Of course, Huo Sili was no exception. As a high-ranking young lady from the Beijing elite, even if she were to find a substitute based on her looks, shouldn't she have chosen someone from a higher social class? How could a woman of such low status be worthy of being her substitute?
"Have you bought enough? I'll go pay the bill."
Li Xueqian frowned, "Brother Sili, I..."
Before he could finish speaking, Horstley pushed the shopping cart and walked away quickly.
"It's getting late. My car is parked nearby. Shall I give you a ride home?"
"At the supermarket exit," Xie Youan said, looking at Jiang Qin.
Jiang Qin shook her head and gently refused, "No need, you must be tired after just returning to the country today. You should go back, I can take a taxi myself."
Xie Youan wanted to say something, but when he met Jiang Qin's gentle smile, he suddenly fell silent.
He smiled slightly. "Okay, be careful. I'll give you the gift sometime. How about Saturday? Are you free?"
"I have social engagements all day Saturday, Secretary Jiang."
Huo Sili's voice interrupted, and Jiang Qin frowned slightly, looked back, and then quickly looked away.
"Yes, I'm definitely not free on Saturday."
"Then, Sunday?"
“I’m not free on Sunday either.” Horst walked over quickly, carrying two large bags of snacks.
Xie Youan's expression changed, and Jiang Qin also frowned, but quickly whispered something.
"Ignore him. That's just how he is. He can't distinguish between work and life. He's a leader without boundaries and he's annoying."
Xie Youan glanced at Huo Sili and thought that Jiang Qin's words really fit Huo Sili's current situation; he was indeed annoying.
Jiang Qin looked over and said, "Alright, you can go back now. I'm going to take a taxi back too."
Xie Youan glanced at Huo Sili a couple more times, then looked at Jiang Qin and smiled, "Okay, I'm leaving now. Call me anytime if you need any help."
Jiang Qin nodded politely, then picked up her phone and walked to the side to hail a taxi.
An arm suddenly appeared behind her waist. Jiang Qin was startled and turned around, only to find that Huo Sili had quietly followed her without her noticing, and the two bags he was carrying were gone.
She was pulled towards the parking lot by a strong arm around her waist, and she resisted breaking free.
"You don't want to walk like this? Do you want me to carry you to the car?"
However, the man's strength was so great that he couldn't budge him at all, and he still said such things.
He carried her into the car in public. Huo Sili had actually done it before, but Jiang Qin couldn't see through Huo Sili now.
With people coming and going, thinking of this, Jiang Qin dared not move anymore. Huo Sili's face was too conspicuous, and he wasn't wearing a mask.
She always remembered that they were secretly married and could not make their marriage public.
Yeah, they're getting a divorce anyway, what's the point of making the news at this point?
Jiang Qin stopped struggling, but still gave Huo Sili a cold look in the night.
This person was her first love, her husband, but now, love has turned into resentment.
As the car started, Jiang Qin turned her head to the side. Suddenly, her phone vibrated; it was the sound of an incoming email.
Jiang Qin took it out and her eyes lit up. She majored in fine arts, and the job of secretary was not her original choice. Due to various reasons, she became Huo Sili's secretary.
Over the years, she had been thinking about changing jobs, especially after realizing that Huo Sili had changed his mind. However, all the resumes she sent out disappeared without a trace, or she got in touch with fake job postings and all sorts of scams.
Unexpectedly, today, the overseas company she most wanted to work for actually offered her a job, and even gave her a four-month start date.
Four months is enough time for her and Horstley to complete their divorce proceedings, and also enough time to apply for and process visas for going abroad.
Jiang Qin read it carefully, and without hesitation, clicked to confirm acceptance and was redirected to sign the employment agreement.
Huo Sili suddenly spoke up, "Are you very familiar with Xie Youan?"