Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
There was a rest area in the pantry with a few tables and adorable accompanying chairs.
Ji Chen was having tea with desserts.
Zhuang Nainai looked around hurriedly at his words and only calmed down after she made sure no one else was in the pantry.
She put her finger to her lips to hush him and walked over to where he was sitting. She then instructed in a low voice, âWhen we are outside, do not call me Madam.â
Ji Chen raised his brows, worried about the sudden proximity between the two of them.
The look Mr. Si gave him today was still giving him chills now.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Ji Chen stood up lightly and moved away from her. âWhy?â
Zhuang Nainai plonked down in the chair facing Ji Chen and stared in front of her, a little dazed. âAfter our marriage, Si Zhengting has not made a announcement about it, nor is there a wedding. I suppose itâs a secret? He must not want people to know me, perhaps...â
He found her embarrassing?
The Gu family could never match up to him, and on top of that, she had lived her life as a poor commoner.
Zhuang Nainai paused and hung her head low. âWell, your Sir doesnât want to announce it, so you better not say anything.â
Ji Chenâs lips twitched, and he sighed.
Madam had left Mr. Si years ago, and that incident left a scar in his heart. So even though he still liked her now, he could not express his feelings easily.
And what about Madam?
Was she looking guilty and regretful now?
Ji Chen wanted to offer some piece of advice, but he stopped when he looked up and met Zhuang Nainaiâs glittering eyes.
He suddenly recalled Mr. Siâs fit of jealous rage and decided that he should keep out of their business or he could be blamed.
He had to stay far away from Madam in the future!
Ji Chen nodded and made for the exit. âThen, Madam, I shall leave first.â
Ji Chen left the pantry, and Zhuang Nainai started working on the coffee machine.
She found a tray and started loading it with all the drinks. She was on her way out when a girl suddenly appeared at the door.
The girl had her head lowered and was deep in thought. She did not notice Zhuang Nainai, and Zhuang Nainai was not able to avoid her in time while carrying the laden tray. They collided at the door.
âAhh!â
âOuch!â
Shouts of surprise sounded and coffee was spilled on the hem of the girlâs skirt.
Zhuang Nainaiâs heart leaped to her mouth. She placed her tray down on the floor, looking at the girl. âAre you alright? Were you scalded?â
The girl arranged her shirt and spoke at the same time, âIâm so sorry, I didnât see where I was going.â
Zhuang Nainai thought she was doomed when she collided with the girl.
The other party must be furious and would never let it go if a newcomer spilled coffee on her.
But surprisingly, she was apologizing to her instead?
Zhuang Nainai looked up to see a short girl with a round and kind face.
The girl looked at her and smiled. âIâm fine, Iâm not hurt. I know you, you must be the newcomer that joined us today. Iâm Zhang Tingting, from the fashion design team.â
Fashion design?
Zhang Tingting glanced in and saw that the drinks were all spilled. She stuck out her tongue and apologized again. âI was thinking of a design and didnât watch my way. Iâm so sorry to make you spill your drinks, let me help you get new ones!â
Zhuang Nainai nodded. âSure!â