Li Hanting also had too many things to be busy with after being discharged from the hospital. Li's Group is a multinational company much larger than Yunji Pastry Brand. As the saying goes, with greater ability comes greater responsibility. There are many things that he needs to do as a person in power.
He returned home not long after he was discharged from the hospital. Documents that required his signature and seal to work from home were piled up like a mountain of finalized project documents waiting for him. There were also several meetings waiting to be held.
Li Hanting was busy from morning to night and had almost no free time to think about other things.
But even so, he still found time to send a message to Qiao Yunshu. The other party was also very busy. On average, he could reply to one message out of three, and the sentences were as short as possible.
So their chat history is a large green area followed by a little white.
Li Hanting realized for the first time that the disadvantage of both of them being company bosses was that if one of them had a little free time, he would definitely have time to get along with each other.
But this assumption is simply not true. It is impossible for him to let go of the Li Group and enjoy his private feelings. It was impossible for Qiao Yunshu to distribute Shou Yunji cakes to him.
So he could only squeeze in as much time as possible.
The Li family's parents also felt sorry for him. Their only son asked several well-known rehabilitation therapists in the industry to help him treat his legs.
I also bought some special medicine imported from abroad that was not available in China, saying it can speed up the healing of bones.
Qiao Yunshu had promised to invite him to dinner before, but even after a month, it still hadn't come true because both of them were too busy.
After she participated in that variety show that promoted traditional Chinese culture, Yunji Pastry Shop received more attention. More and more manufacturers and brands were willing to cooperate with them, so the boss Qiao Yunshu was naturally busy with it. When you look up, through the works she posted in her circle of friends or social media, you can see that she is either working or on the way to work these days.
On the one hand, Li Hanting was happy for her, as she was getting closer and closer to her dream, but on the other hand, she couldn't suppress her crazy longing.
He would make a video call to Qiao Yunshu every night. Sometimes the other party would pick up, and sometimes he wouldn't, but every time they could say a word or two, Li Hanting's chest would feel like it was filled with a burst of warmth.
When Qiao Yunshu finally got through that busy period, something happened again with Li Hanting.
There was a problem with the North American branch. The vice president of the branch used the company's official seal to embezzle public funds for personal gain, and also made a yin and yang contract, which caused the company to lose a large amount of money. Although it was discovered in time that the vice president had been arrested by the police, It also involved a group of senior executives of the branch, so now the branch is effectively leaderless and needs someone in power like him to take charge.
Before leaving, Li Hanting's leg had almost recovered. He came downstairs to Qiao Yunshu's company holding a bouquet of flowers. Because he was not told in advance, his appearance attracted the attention of many people in the company.
On this side, Qiao Yunshu just finished the meeting and came out of the conference room. From a distance, he saw several young girls talking excitedly.
She walked over very curiously and asked, "What happened? Why are you so happy?"
"Sister Yun Shu, a handsome guy appeared in our company, holding a bouquet of flowers. Could he be here to confess his love or propose marriage?"
"He's really handsome. He's even more handsome than the male stars in the entertainment industry. After seeing him, I don't want to chase stars anymore. None of the idols I chase are as handsome as him."
Qiao Yunshu became even more curious after hearing this. These two little girls are usually very keen on chasing stars in the entertainment industry. What kind of handsome person can they say is handsome?
"Over there, over there! Sister Yun Shu, look at her, are you really handsome?"
Qiao Yunshu looked up in the direction pointed by the little girl, and met a pair of dark eyes.
She paused for a moment, and the water in her heart seemed to be brushed by soft willow branches, causing subtle ripples.
These two little girls usually don't like to pay attention to financial news. The only news they like to pay attention to is entertainment news, so it seems normal that they don't know Li Hanting. Moreover, they have good taste. Not to mention the man's appearance. There is nothing to say, he is indeed handsome and the type that women like.
She smiled and nodded, deliberately teasing the two little girls, "It's okay, I think he's just averagely handsome."
The expressions of the two girls were very exaggerated, "Boss, your expectations are too high. In your eyes, such a handsome man is just average."
"I can't imagine what a man considered handsome by his boss looks like. I'm afraid he's not just a god in the sky, right?"
"Ah ah, he came here holding flowers, what is he doing?"
The smile on Qiao Yunshu's lips became stronger, "Calm down, he came here to give me flowers."
The two little girls thought she was joking and deliberately teased her, "Is it possible that you are here to see me off? Boss, you have so many people chasing you, do you want to compete with us for this handsome guy in front of you?"
"That's right, I heard that many young talents are chasing you, including your handsome and rich ex-husband, right?"
As soon as they finished speaking, the tall man stood still in front of them. His deep and dark eyes seemed to be filled with deep affection, almost overflowing from his eyes.
"Yunshu."
The voice is low and deep, as if a melodious cello music is flowing out, bringing an extremely enjoyable listening experience to people's ears.
The two girls were shocked for a moment before they reacted.
What was this handsome guy calling just now? He was calling their boss's name!
It turned out that he really came to give flowers to their boss, and it turned out that the boss was not joking just now.
Oh my God! What else did they say just now? They actually asked the boss in front of the boss not to steal his man from them.
They immediately stopped talking, tried their best to reduce their presence to zero, and consciously stepped aside to give them enough space.
Li Hanting brought the large bouquet in his hand to her. It was a large pot of pink tulips, with small pink daisies and eucalyptus leaves as decorations, wrapped with a layer of lace gauze. Pink ties tie them up, looking dreamy and romantic.
Qiao Yunshu passed the flowers and smelled the fragrant fragrance emanating from the bouquet, "Why did you come here suddenly? Didn't you say that the company has a lot of things to do?"
Li Hanting stared at him without blinking for a moment, tracing her eyebrows with his eyes, as if he wanted to imprint her appearance deeply into his mind, "Yun Shu, I am going to North America for a business trip for a while, and my return date is uncertain. "
Qiao Yunshu looked up in surprise, "Did something happen?"
It must be very common for a multinational company like Li's Group to have a business trip abroad as a powerful person, but the uncertainty of his return date is a bit worthy of scrutiny. What kind of big thing would happen that would make you so busy that you don’t know when you will come back?
Li Hanting explained the situation at the North American branch to her in a concise and concise manner, "I need to go there to deal with some situations, and it will take at least about half a month."
Most of a month.
Qiao Yunshu's work was finally finished. She was about to ask the man when he had time after work. She could fulfill her promise to treat him to dinner. She didn't expect that he would be on a business trip again. Wouldn't the two of them be together? Is it equivalent to being separated for two months?
She said half-jokingly, "Are you as chasing after someone as you are?"
There was a hint of apology between Li Hanting's brows, "I'm sorry, I will bring you a gift when I get back."
She snorted, "Do you think I care about your gift? Take good care of yourself and come back soon."
Li Hanting's sharp eyebrows also softened, "Okay."
His deep voice was lingering, "I will miss you every day."
There is a several-hour time difference between North America and China, and the two of them are quite busy at work, so it is almost impossible to talk on the phone every day.
Although Qiao Yunshu also knew this, what Li Hanting meant was that even if she didn't call her every day, she would still miss him as before.
There were people next to them. The two little girls had not left just now. They were standing not far away, looking at them with excited faces, as if they were slapping someone, and showing restless smiles from time to time.
The tips of Qiao Yunshu's ears seemed to be stained by rouge. She lowered her head and coughed lightly, "Where are others? What are you talking about?"
"It's not nonsense, it's all my words from the bottom of my heart." Li Hanting looked at him directly, his thin lips slightly parted, "What about you? Will you miss me?"
Qiao Yunshu didn't answer. She just focused her gaze on his deep eyes. Those eyes seemed to be carrying too many emotions and said everything.
She looked away unnaturally, avoiding eye contact with his, "I don't miss you. What do I miss you for? Mr. Li, I need to remind you that you are still my suitor. We are not boyfriend and girlfriend, why would I think about a suitor?"
Li Hanting twitched the corners of his lips and said, "That's right, we are not boyfriend and girlfriend yet, I am just your suitor."
His voice was very obvious when he said this, not as high as before, and he could hear a bit of loneliness.
Qiao Yunshu's heart skipped a beat, wondering if she had been a little too disappointed just now?
Although she meant her words as a joke, it was too shocking for him to say such words now that Li Hanting was going abroad.
After a little reflection, she felt more and more that what she just said was inappropriate.
She then said hesitantly, "You should take good care of yourself while abroad. Your legs are just fine."
It's like giving yourself a step down in disguise, and it's like caring about him in an awkward way.
The lonely look between Li Hanting's eyebrows disappeared without a trace. He raised his wrist and looked at his watch, "It's almost time, I'm going to the airport soon."
Qiao Yunshu was surprised, "So fast?"
She originally thought she would have to wait until at least tomorrow or something, but she didn't expect that he would leave now. Then Li Hanting still wants to take the time to come over and give him flowers?
As if he saw what she was thinking, the man chuckled and said solemnly, "You are always the most important, and I think I have to go on a business trip for at least half a month, so I'd better tell you this matter face to face. More appropriate.”
She didn't understand the logical relationship and tilted her head, "Why?"
Isn’t it the same thing using a mobile phone? And it also saves time.
The man's dark eyes captured her, "I was thinking, if you get angry, I can calm you down face to face."
Mobile phones are different, because text has no temperature. He doesn't know how Qiao Yunshu really felt when she typed those words through the network cable. But face to face, he can observe her micro-expressions. and facial expression to judge her mood at the moment.
"And there's a little bit of my selfishness in it."
Qiao Yunshu raised her eyebrows slightly, "What selfish motives?"
Li Hanting said, "I want to take a look at you before leaving."
It was obviously just a word of love that was not very sultry, but Qiao Yunshu's heart beat inexplicably, and an indescribable emotion spread in her chest, brushing against her heartstrings every time.
She opened her lips slightly and was about to speak, but Li Hanting intercepted her words first.
"Yunshu, you haven't answered me yet." His voice was low and magnetic, "Do you miss me?"
Qiao Yunshu's heartbeat suddenly skipped a beat, and she did not answer.
At this moment, she had more or less realized that her inner attitude towards Li Hanting was not as rigid as before. She had obviously softened, and she had a certain fondness for him, but she couldn't tell clearly now what the extent of such goodwill was. How much, would it be enough for her to trust him for the rest of her life.
And because the relationship between the two was not so pleasant before, Qiao Yunshu's behavior towards feelings has changed to a certain extent.
She became cautious, not daring to make a decision casually before confirming her inner emotions, nor did she want to be inferior to others.
So she couldn't say the word she wanted to say.
She didn't say what she thought, and the man wasn't angry either. He just looked at her quietly, his eyes so soft that they seemed to be dripping.
The corners of Li Hanting's lips curved up, and he raised his hand to gently stroke her hair, "Then I'll take it as your acquiescence."
When his big palm touched her hair, Qiao Yunshu smelled the familiar smell of ebony agarwood on his body, which made people feel like they were in a forest shrouded in sunlight, safe and calm.
Li Hanting warned, "During my absence, you have to take good care of yourself. If you need anything, just call my special assistant. He will stay in the country and he can handle any problems you have."
Qiao Yunshu nodded, "I understand, I'm not a three-year-old child anymore."
With a smile on his lips, he turned around and walked away at the driver's urging.
