If You Could Hear My Heart

Chapter 596: Chapter 596: Shen Chi has no interest in women
 

After Xu Chaomu finished speaking, a few women started gossiping.

“She’s really unreliable.”

“My husband is still the best, young with a house, a car, and savings. And the car is an Audi,” said the woman munching on pickled plums offhandedly.

“Zeng sister, we know your family’s got it good, but if you keep going, Xiaoxu will feel upset.”

Xu Chaomu shook her head vigorously, flashing a smile, “It doesn’t matter, you guys chat. Although my husband is a bit poor, tempersome, and unkind to me, he is still quite handsome.”n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

The women looked at Xu Chaomu, who was oblivious, and each one held their foreheads, sighing.

Can handsomeness be eaten as food? How did she even get into Shen Group with that IQ?

A few young girls still gathered around her, asking eagerly, “Chaomu, Chaomu, just how handsome is he? Show us a photo.”

Xu Chaomu shook her head, “I really don’t have a photo of him.”

Just as the large office was buzzing with lively discussions, suddenly, a girl in high heels hurried over.

“The supervisor is coming, the supervisor is coming, everyone quickly get back to your places.”

With that, she dashed to her own seat first.

Everyone scattered like startled birds, rushing to find their places.

They put on airs, hastily returning to their spots, closing the shopping pages on their computers, opening the various paper documents in front of them, and starting to work seriously.

Xu Chaomu looked on, stunned, at the transformation of the once chaotic office into utter silence within moments.

All that could be heard was the clicking of mice and the rustling of paper, everyone looking exceptionally diligent.

Xu Chaomu thought, the Design Department truly is a vibrant department.

When the supervisor entered, he scanned the entire office first, and Xu Chaomu looked up at him.

She had seen him once, during the interview.

After surveying the surroundings, the supervisor’s gaze landed on Xu Chaomu.

“Xiaoxu, come here for a minute.”

Xu Chaomu blinked, stood up, and followed the supervisor out.

The supervisor took her to a small conference room and closed the door.

Xu Chaomu had a feeling she was about to get a talking-to.

As the supervisor, establishing authority in front of the new staff was, of course, important.

“Xiaoxu, we’ve met during the interview, and I really value the designs you’ve submitted. Work hard, and you’ll surely make it big in the Design Department.”

“Thank you, supervisor. I’ll definitely put in the work and won’t let you down,” Xu Chaomu assured.

“Alright, I won’t talk about rules I’m sure you already know. Just remember to be serious during work hours and to show some initiative when it’s time to work overtime.”

“Certainly, I do really enjoy my job. It’s one of my biggest hobbies,” Xu Chaomu earnestly replied.

She was speaking the truth; she really liked designing. However, whether or not she could avoid overtime… that wasn’t really up to her to decide.

The supervisor held her resume in his hand and pondered for a moment.

“Have you met President Shen?” he asked.

During the final interview stage, it was President Shen who personally requested Xu Chaomu, though… the reason didn’t sound very convincing.

Everyone at the upper echelons of Shen Group knew Shen Chi wasn’t interested in women.

They’d accompanied Shen Chi on many occasions, but he’d never showed an interest in any woman of uncertain background. This year, the man was already twenty-eight and still single.

Rumors abounded outside: some said it was because five years ago, his most beloved, Bai Man, had broken off their engagement, leaving him disheartened and indifferent to other women thereafter.

Some said he might be asexual; some said he might be impotent; some even suggested he might prefer men…

All these rumors were more bizarre than the next.

Most found the first more believable. In the period after Bai Man broke off the engagement five years ago, Shen Chi often visited the Weiyang Club, frequently getting utterly drunk.

If it weren’t for a deep love, someone as rational as Shen Chi wouldn’t have done so many impulsive things.

“President Shen? Which President Shen…” Xu Chaomu broke out in a cold sweat.

Did Shen Chi say something to the supervisor? Why would he suddenly bring up Shen Chi?

“Of course, President of Shen Group.”

“No, no, no, I don’t even know what President Shen looks like,” Xu Chaomu waved her hands.

She felt a bit guilty and smiled awkwardly.

“Oh, I see,” the supervisor doubted.

Could it be that President Shen had seen Xu Chaomu and was smitten, hoping for a secret affair?

It was indeed rare, Shen Chi seemed to have taken a real liking to this girl. But if President Shen took a fancy to someone, it wasn’t likely to last long, just like in the case of Jian Sisi.

The entire Shen Group knew that Jian Sisi belonged to Shen Chi, but now, Sisi has left the group a long time ago. It’s said she offended President Shen and got kicked out of C City.

The supervisor looked at Xu Chaomu for a moment; without makeup, she was indeed quite attractive.

As he was observing her, he suddenly spotted her slightly protruding belly.

“Xiaoxu, are you married?” the supervisor asked again, uncertain.

This resume says she’s unmarried!

“I… Sorry, supervisor, the resume was written in the spring when I was unmarried.”

“Pregnant?”

“Yes… almost four months now,” Xu Chaomu candidly confessed.

“What does your husband do?” the supervisor asked with concern.

“He does odd jobs for a small company owner.”

“Oh,” the supervisor responded with a meaningful “oh,” thinking such a woman might be most likely to have an affair.

If President Shen ever hinted at anything, she would probably betray her husband.

“It’s not easy for a young couple to build a home together; being together is fate. Cherish it,” the supervisor earnestly advised.

“Yes!” Xu Chaomu nodded, “I will work hard with him to earn money for our baby’s milk powder.”

“It’s good that you have such a mindset. If there’s anything you don’t understand in the department, feel free to ask. If you encounter any problems, don’t hesitate to tell me. Work hard,” the supervisor consoled Xu Chaomu.

Xu Chaomu was moved to tears, “Thank you for your concern, supervisor.”

The supervisor made several more polite remarks to Xu Chaomu before letting her leave the conference room.

Being new to the group, Xu Chaomu felt very positive; at least, her colleagues seemed pretty caring.

Some people, knowing she was pregnant, even secretly stashed lots of goodies in her drawer.

Xu Chaomu chatted and munched on the snacks with them, her mood greatly improved.

After lunch, Xu Chaomu ducked away to call Shen Chi.

“President Shen… I have some work matters to report, may I come to your office?”

“Let Xiao Mo bring you up,” came the reply.

“Okay.”

Xu Chaomu was delighted; she hadn’t yet visited Shen Chi’s office. After hanging up, she called Xiao Mo.

Soon, Xiao Mo brought her up in the CEO’s private elevator.

Xu Chaomu looked around; the largest office on the entire floor was Shen Chi’s CEO office.