Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio  Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studion/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Charlene sat in the office, pondering over things, the more she thought, the angrier she became.
This woman probably married Brother Gu just because she bore his child. For the sake of the child, to give her a status, Brother Gu probably thought so too.
Charleneâs hand clenched into a fist, just like her heart, tightly grasped by something.
Suddenly, Charlene thought that since they were both in the company now, she should properly meet this woman.
No time like the present, she would go meet her now.
Charlene found the floor where Shu Pan was located in less than five minutes.
She glanced around, a scornful smile playing at her lips, then she walked in with graceful steps.
Shu Pan had just finished arranging her desk, brewed herself a cup of coffee, and sneaked a moment of relaxation on the balcony of the pantry. Looking down at the bustling streets below, and then thinking about where she was, she felt a wave of emotion.
This was her husbandâs company.
She was truly proud of him, managing such a large company wasnât easy, but he did it.
But he also endured hardships unknown to others.
She looked around, it was an imposing building, staring at the dazzling huge glass curtain wall, imagining her man in his office, strategizing, she felt a warmth in her chest.
âMiss Shu, hi, can we talk for a moment?â Charlene saw Shu Pan on the balcony, saw no one around, and walked straight over.
Shu Panâs thoughts were interrupted, she turned her head slowly, âWho are you?â
âHmph, donât play dumb. Didnât we meet at the anniversary celebration last time? I believe you remember it vividly,â Charlene didnât beat around the bush.
Shu Panâs face instantly stiffened and changed color. So it was her.
That day she had heavy makeup on, dressed in a gown like a star, she was indeed unrecognizable now.
Charlene was also seeing Shu Pan face-to-face for the first time, and her heart skipped a beat. She hadnât expected Shu Pan to have a more charming aura in person than in photos, making her very pleasant to look at, and the more she looked, the more attractive she seemed.
Shu Pan was also sizing up Charlene at close rangeâelegant, beautiful, young, exuding the air of an aristocratic lady.
For a moment, neither of them spoke, both silently appraising each other.
Charlene smiled first, her eyes carrying a hint of confidence and pride. She approached Shu Pan and said, âIâm Charlene, currently Brother Guâs assistant.â
Shu Pan was momentarily stunned, but quickly regained her composure. She smiled slightly at Charlene and replied, âI wonder what Miss Charlene needs from me?â
As she asked, Shu Pan felt a tinge of bitterness. So, Charlene was Gu Shaotingâs assistant. From her attire, behavior, and even her father, Shu Pan could tell that Charlene came from an extraordinary background. But why would she willingly come here to be a mere assistant? And why did she address him as âBrother Guâ instead of âMr. Guâ?
It seemed they were quite familiar with each other, but Shu Pan had never heard Gu Shaoting mention her. Was he avoiding the topic? Or did he think it was unnecessary? Or was he intentionally hiding something?
Suddenly, Shu Pan couldnât quite understand, couldnât think clearly.
âThe reason Iâm here to see you, Iâm sure youâre not clueless about it, right?â Charlene was straightforward, leaving no room for Shu Pan to play dumb.
Shu Pan could only feign ignorance. âI really donât know. Weâre not acquainted, are we? I canât even say weâve met before.â
Charlene smirked mockingly. âWe both know the same man, and thatâs enough.â
Shu Panâs brow furrowed suddenly. Didnât she know they were already married?