A heartbeat, a lifetime

Chapter 22 Drawing Hearts (3)
She let out an "oh" out of interest, and didn't answer any more.As soon as I raised my head, I met Shen Qin's inscrutable gaze, which fell on my face, which was much calmer than before.

"That's right. Although Mr. Mai is a nice person, he is just too charming. If I were his girlfriend, I would definitely be worried." Qin Mou narrowed his eyes and said it very tactfully.

But I can hear the meaning of it, which means that he is unreliable.I suddenly felt a little unhappy, the kind of upset when a good friend is misunderstood. I felt that I had to say something, so I coughed, "Actually, Master is quite a real person."

Qin Mou glanced at me with some surprise, but the colder gaze came from beside me, from the direction of Shen Qinjun.

I changed the subject wisely, "Miss Qin, would you like, um, give us the photos that will be taken in a while for an exclusive interview?" I thought about it, and lowered my tone, "After all, your fans So much, but little is known about your marriage... You also want them to know that you are doing well, right?"

Qin Mou thought about it seriously, then pursed his lips and smiled, "Are you using your personal relationship to ask me for an exclusivity?"

"Uh, sort of." I could only smile apologetically, there was nothing I could do about the task assigned by the leader.

"I have to ask the company." She pointed to Shen Qinjun, "But you have to ask him first, he is much more difficult than our company."

I followed her fingers to look at Shen Qinjun. When I met his gaze, I shivered. I cursed a curse in my heart, but I had to finish the sentence carefully: "Mr. Shen, what do you think?"

He has always been expressionless, but changed his posture and faced me more directly, "How about what?"

I suddenly remembered that I had a big fight with him once, and I said, I will beat him up the next time we see each other, how irresistible it is, but the truth is, after seeing him many times, I not only couldn’t beat him, but I had to pretend to be a grandson—what a joke Miscellaneous.

"I mean, you and Miss Qin will do an exclusive interview for our magazine, and I promise to do it with all my heart—"

He interrupted me bluntly, "Is your pledge valid?"

I'll go, if I don't agree, I won't agree. I didn't have much hope, but anyway, I made a contribution to your embrace of the beauty. Will you die if you show a good face? !

I turned my head away, tried my best to hold back the desire to roll my eyes, and found a step for myself, "Forget it, I know I'm in a difficult position."

He ignored me.

Qin Mou didn't say anything. After a while, he probably thought I couldn't see, so he quietly stretched out his hand and clasped his fingers together.

I didn't say anything, just closed my eyes, out of sight.

The location they chose was actually the Shen family's old house.

When I got off the bus, I saw Grandpa Shen standing at the door, waving at us with a smile on his face.

I think he really likes this granddaughter-in-law, so he tactfully avoided it, and I will say hello to the old man after they finish talking.Qin Mou really walked over quickly, held the old man's hand, and called "Grandpa" affectionately.

The old man agreed, but he didn't move. He looked at me and raised his eyebrows, "Bai Xi, don't you recognize me?"

"Grandpa." I quickly moved a few steps, "Long time no see. How are you?"

The old man didn't know if he was really angry, so he laughed and cursed, "I haven't come to see me for so long." Then he pulled me into the house with the other hand.

I was afraid that Qin Mou might misunderstand, so I looked at her carefully, but she didn't respond, but her smile faded a bit.

The engagement dress has been delivered to the second floor, the makeup artist took Qin Mou up, Shen Qinjun sat for a while, and accompanied her up.I was sitting in the living room chatting with my grandpa. Before I could mention it, my grandpa said by himself: "Bai Xi, didn't you like that apartment last time?"

"It's embarrassing enough for me to accept your red envelope during the Chinese New Year, and the gift from the apartment is too exaggerated." I gasped, "Grandpa, you don't get rewarded for nothing."

He laughed, "Then you can play a few more games of chess with the old man. You don't like it, you find it boring."

"I really don't like it," I argued, "I'm too busy with work."

"I haven't settled with you yet about work—why, isn't it good to stay in Rongwei? Or did Shen Qinjun deduct your salary? You have to learn from Ah Dong to do some photography." The old man stared at me, "Girls still have to Be more stable."

I nodded submissively, "Understood."

He stared at me for a while, then laughed, "I know you didn't listen."

Alas, I was discovered... I nodded embarrassingly, "Grandpa, if you're bored, you can follow me to take pictures all over the country. It's actually quite interesting."

Probably the assistant had to tell me the time when he saw us talking endlessly.I stood up from the sofa, "Grandpa, I'll work first. I promise to take beautiful pictures of your grandson and granddaughter-in-law!"

The smile on the corner of the old man's lips paused, and he sighed softly, "Go."

I first went upstairs to look at one of the places to be shot, Shen Qinjun's bedroom.Although I lived there for a while during Chinese New Year, this was the first time I entered his bedroom.The door was closed, but there was a voice inside. I knocked and heard "Come in".

As soon as I entered the door, I saw such a beautiful scene, and I was a little dazed.

Although the sunshine in early spring is bright, it is not warm.The heating was still on in the room, and the white lace dress on Qin Mou was only half worn, and the zipper on the back hadn't been closed yet. Shen Qinjuan's hand stroked her graceful back, pulling it up slightly.She glanced at me sideways, and stuck out her tongue playfully, "Sorry, wait a minute." But he stood there, as if he hadn't noticed that someone came in, but gently brushed her long hair for her, and said in a low voice: "Pull it."

It's like a soft oil painting.

It's breathtakingly beautiful.

"Take your time." I hurriedly withdrew, "It's not in a hurry, I'll go and have a look in the garden."

Turning around and closing the door, I leaned against the door panel, stroking my forehead feebly.

I thought I let go of everything and wished them sincerely, but it doesn't mean that I can remain indifferent every time I see these things.I took a deep breath and forced myself to go downstairs calmly. The assistant handed me the phone, his eyes flickering, "Boss' phone number."

Su Wen's voice was very flat, "How is it? Have you agreed to do an exclusive interview?"

"No answer."

She paused before saying, "Why didn't you agree? Did you ask?"

"I asked, the man pays attention to privacy."

"Bai Xi, I'm very disappointed in you if your work attitude only ends here." Su Wen said bluntly, "Joining a group magazine, wanting to be the chief photographer is not something you can do just by nepotism. .”

I was dumbfounded, so I stayed for a while before asking, "I don't quite understand what you mean."

"There are a lot of messy things in the circle, but you'd better communicate with Mai Zhendong, so as not to affect the normal work of the magazine."

The phone snapped off.

I stood in a daze until the assistant awkwardly gestured with his lips: Someone went to the magazine office to make a fuss.

Is that Mai Zhendong's girlfriend again?

I walked outside with deep kicks and shallow kicks, thinking to myself, this time I really lost all face.Su Wen came up from the bottom by himself. Although he is exquisite in all aspects, he most taboos his subordinates to climb up the relationship-especially the relationship between men and women.She must have felt that Mai Zhendong recommended me before because of this ambiguous relationship.

Even if the photo I took last time was perfect, the impression points were deducted completely.

I walked under the stone wall, listening to the gurgling water, squatting down helplessly.

Some people are born winners, and naturally someone helped pave the way, and others thought it was due to their strength; as for me, the unlucky one, I tried my best to do it, but no one was willing to nod, even a little bit of recognition.

The sun shines thinly and gently on my whole body, like a very light and soft gauze, itching when it touches my body.I hugged my calves and put my chin on my knees. I didn't want to think about anything, but I couldn't help thinking about it. What if I lost this job?
After an unknown amount of time, someone behind me suddenly called me: "Bai Xi."

When I turned around, Shen Qinjun was standing more than ten meters away from me, looking at me quietly.He changed into a full set of black suits, including a vest of the same color and a dark red silk scarf on his chest, with one hand in his pocket, and the light seemed to be his natural soft light, making him look more slender and fresh expensive.

"Have you finished putting on makeup? Let's start then." I quickly stood up and rubbed my eyes indiscriminately.

"Are you crying?" He narrowed his eyes from a distance and asked softly.

"No." I really didn't cry, but my eyes were itchy.

He took a step forward, but stood still again, "Do you like Mai Zhendong?"

I curled my lips and pulled out a wry smile, "No."

He stood silently for a while, and said lightly: "Your magazine really wants to do this special interview?"

I froze and nodded desperately.

"Okay." He actually agreed straightforwardly, "But I have one request."

"You say what you say."

"You do it for me."

"I, I'm not the text director." I stammered, "But don't worry, I'll find—"

He still interrupted me lightly, "Forget it, I don't like looking for strangers."

"I do, I do." I said hastily.

The assistant ran over and reminded, "Miss Qin is ready."

As soon as I entered the room, I heard the sound of the door. Mai Zhendong was greeting the old man, and then raised his eyes to look at me with a cold face, which made me choke in my throat, not knowing whether to say hello or not.

Shen Qinjun was originally walking behind me, but now he took a step forward, blocking my sight, "Why are you here?"

"I'm looking for you." Mai Zhendong smiled, then looked at Qin Mou standing on the stairs, "It's so lively at home."

The corners of Qin Mou's eyes curled up, "Please ask Bai Xi to help me take the engagement photo."

Mai Zhendong's gaze passed Shen Qinjun, and turned to glaring at me, he had stopped smiling, and then said to Shen Qinjun, "I have something to talk to you about."

I knew that the two of them were not on the same page, but the old man was there, so he didn't show it.Shen Qinjun turned to Qin Mou and said, "Wait a while." Then he went to the study with Mai Zhendong.

The groom-to-be left, and the bride-to-be and I were left standing. I was helpless, "Miss Qin, shall we start first?"

In fact, there could have been more excellent and perfect locations to choose from, but in the end, they only chose home - after all, the place where two people live together is the most anticipated future.

Sitting beside Shen Qinjun's bed, Qin Mou slightly hooked the corners of his eyes, and his clear eyes glanced at every part of his room like nostalgia. The real warmth made people feel enviable, but it was so out of reach.

I snapped a lot in one go, and I knew it was going well without even having to log out to check it out.The new Dior white dress of this season on Qin Mou seemed to be a second layer of skin tailored for her. It was soft and close-fitting, and even the lace eyelash feathers seemed to have a different kind of luster.

Everything is ready, only one host is missing.

I looked at the time, the sunset was almost gone, and I had to re-arrange the lights, so I said to the makeup artist: "You can touch up Miss Qin's makeup again, and I will rush."

The door of the study room on the first floor was still closed. Just as I was about to raise my hand to knock on the door, I suddenly heard Mai Zhendong's usual cursing catchphrase coming from inside. Shen Qinjun probably said something in a low voice, and Mai Zhendong interrupted He, "I love her, so why torture her like this?"

Then just be quiet.

Even though Mai Zhendong has always been used to scolding him, I still feel that his temper today is extremely bad.Usually at times like this, I habitually dodge, so my hands just stand there, wondering if I should avoid the limelight.

Unexpectedly, the door opened suddenly.

Lao Mai was about to step forward, when he saw me standing stupidly, he immediately said, "What are you doing standing here?"

"I asked Mr. Shen to take pictures." I said cautiously.

"No more. You go back to me." Mai Zhendong's face was as dark as ink, "Bai Xi, you are so fucking stupid."

I was stunned.

"I told you to go back to the company, don't shoot here." Seeing that I didn't move, his tone became even worse, "Can't you understand people's words?"

"Then what should I do here?" I finally started to get angry, you think I want to shoot?I want to see them show their affection?But how can I go back and explain if I don’t shoot? !
"I'll take a picture." He suddenly turned around and looked at Shen Qinjun provocatively, "How is it, Shen Qinjun?"

Shen Qinjun didn't seem to notice his gaze, but just stared at me for a long time, until my heart was beating out of control, he looked away, "Okay."

Fuck me - I've never seen someone steal my job like this.In the afternoon, I have not been settled by Mai Zhendong for being wronged by Su Wen, so he put this one on me again.I immediately became anxious, "Then what about the interview you promised?"

Shen Qinjun walked past me and said quietly: "The interview won't depend on you. Go back first today."

Two men walked past me one after the other, leaving me at a loss.Far away, Mai Zhendong turned his head and said in a rough voice, "Aren't you leaving?"

I was dejected, "It's too far from the city, I can't get a taxi."

In the end, the old man asked someone to send me back.The driver usually drove for the old man, and at the end he offered to pass me a business card, "Girl, in the future, if you can't get a taxi for a while, just call me. You're welcome."

I glanced politely, and although I knew I would never make this call, I still said politely, "Thank you."

The uncle driver glanced at me and said with a smile, "Come and see the old man when you have time."

I agreed, watched the car gradually merge into the traffic flow, and checked the time, it was already meal time.I randomly pushed away a tea restaurant on the street, and I ordered a set meal.The stomach is obviously empty, but swallowing it in one gulp is very mechanical, more like completing a task.After finally finishing the barbecued pork rice, I decided to stroll home slowly.

Probably because the crowd was too noisy, and the phone was vibrating in my pocket and almost ran out of battery. I realized that when I picked it up, I heard Lao Mai's still angry voice, "Where are you?"

"Oriental Department Store."

The posters in the window are really good-looking. The male and female models are beautiful, and the curves under the tough windbreakers are imaginative; when you turn your head, it is another seasonal make-up. The young woman on it has a close-up shot of her face. The creamy, smoky makeup accentuates the depth of the eyes.I watched for a long time until someone patted me on the shoulder, "Why don't you wait for me inside?"

"I'm talking about Oriental Department Store. I'm afraid you won't be able to find it." I looked at his face, and it wasn't as bad as it was in the afternoon.

"Bai Xi, you...you are really brainless." He was startled, but laughed, "I used to think you were quite clever."

"When did I become smarter? I was scolded so badly by you before." I turned my eyes and still stared at the makeup advertisement.

"Okay, what's so interesting about the advertisement? Qin Mou, haven't you seen enough?" He pulled me away, "Let's go shopping."

I obediently walked beside him, half a step behind, with my hands in my coat pockets, without saying a word.

"Why didn't you tell me about the afternoon?"

After thinking for a while, I realized that what he was talking about was the fact that the two girls came to provoke me.

"Actually, it's nothing, I forgot." I said lightly, "They misunderstood, and I didn't take it to heart."

"Aren't you sad?" He stopped in his tracks, his voice was low, "I heard you were beaten?"

sad?

I smiled from the bottom of my heart, but I was actually sad.Who wouldn't feel bad about something like this? !
But what saddens me more is what happened later.

When a person encounters a sad event, the only way to heal her is not only time, but also... let her encounter an even sadder event.In this way, she will only remember the sadder event.

When I didn't speak, Mai Zhendong took a step forward, about two fists away from me.

"And this afternoon, if they asked you to take pictures, you just take pictures?" He squinted his eyes, and suddenly reached out to touch my cheek, which was so fast that it was unexpected, and also, so gentle that it was unexpected, "You, you don't know what's going on in your heart." pain?"

I opened my mouth slightly, my brain was like a rusted gear, and I couldn't say a word.

(End of this chapter)