Chapter 46 Unconscious Spoiling-Após fingir a própria morte por câncer, o marido canalha e o filho ingrato choram como cães(O imortal busca a imortalidade)

Yao Shan took a deep breath, struggling to calm her churning emotions. She told herself she had to be strong and not let her personal feelings interfere with her work.

She knew that no matter what difficulties and challenges she faced, she needed to maintain her composure and professionalism, because that was her duty as a career woman.

She turned around, walked back to her desk, picked up the documents once more, and forced herself to dive back into her work.

Despite the raging storm within her, she tried her best to focus on the papers in front of her, turning them page by page and carefully reviewing every single detail.

Time slipped quietly by. The atmosphere in the office gradually returned to calm, but the ripples in both of their hearts remained difficult to soothe.

Although everything looked calm on the surface, unspoken worries and tension were hidden deep within each of them.

"Are you alright?" Chu Xun walked into Yao Shan's office. His voice carried a trace of concern, and his eyes were filled with worry for her.

He had been away briefly because of some urgent business at the hospital.

He hadn't wanted to leave at a time like this, but the situation was pressing, and he had no choice but to step out of the office temporarily.

He certainly hadn't expected Pei Qizhou to show up.

As soon as he finished handling matters on his end, he had rushed back at top speed, terrified that something might have happened to Yao Shan.

He knew all too well how important Yao Shan was, and he understood that at this critical juncture, he had to guard her side.

"I'm fine," Yao Shan replied with a faint smile.

"In broad daylight, what could he possibly do to me?" she said in a joking tone, keeping the sorrow in her heart concealed.

Hearing her reply, Chu Xun felt a slight sense of relief, though his gaze still revealed a hint of lingering anxiety.

He knew that Yao Shan's veneer of ease could not completely cover up the pain and struggle inside her.

He nodded gently, walked over to her desk, picked up a document, and began discussing work-related matters with her.

"Regarding the progress of this project, we still need to discuss it further." Chu Xun deliberately steered the topic toward work, hoping to distract her and help her momentarily forget the unpleasantness that had just occurred.

Yao Shan quickly adjusted her state of mind and threw herself into the discussion with him.

Her professional integrity allowed her to separate her personal emotions from her work in a remarkably short time, showcasing high efficiency and capability.

The two of them engaged in an in-depth discussion regarding the details of the project. During this time, Yao Shan put forward several unique insights that couldn't help but make Chu Xun look at her with newfound respect.

As the discussion deepened, the atmosphere in the office grew tense and focused. Both of them were completely absorbed in their work, as if the earlier confrontation had never happened.

Yet, despite the outward appearance of normalcy, Chu Xun knew in his heart that the wounds within Yao Shan had not yet fully healed.

Once the work discussion concluded, Chu Xun mentioned casually, yet deliberately, "If there is anything you need help with, just let me know anytime." His tone was filled with sincerity and care, hoping to offer her some support.

Yao Shan smiled faintly and nodded with gratitude, "Okay."

"Let's go get something to eat," Chu Xun suggested gently.

Considering her current physical condition, she absolutely could not go on an empty stomach; it would be very detrimental to her health.

"I'd much prefer to eat something you cooked yourself," Yao Shan said, a hint of playful spoiledness weaving through her voice.

Deep down, she knew she had already caused Chu Xun a great deal of trouble, but the mere thought of eating takeout or food from outside made her feel completely averse.

It seemed that only a home-cooked meal prepared by Chu Xun could gently awaken her appetite.

Hearing her request, a wave of warmth surged through Chu Xun's heart. He understood deeply that this was a manifestation of Yao Shan's trust and reliance on him.

He nodded softly, a smile gracing his face as he replied, "Alright, then let's go to the market to buy some groceries right now."

His tone was brimming with tenderness and indulgence, as though he were willing to fulfill any request she might make.

Yao Shan and Chu Xun walked out of the office side by side. Though their steps were light, they seemed to carry an inexpressible weight.

In the elevator, the silence between them formed an invisible barrier, even as they both struggled to maintain a relaxed outward atmosphere.

When they reached the parking garage, Chu Xun skillfully opened the car door and carefully fastened Yao Shan's seatbelt for her.

Every movement was filled with gentleness and meticulous care, as if he were silently transmitting comfort and support to her.

Yao Shan looked at him, a warm current welling up in her heart, but she maintained a placid expression, not letting her emotions spill over.

The car slowly drove out of the parking garage and gradually merged into the surrounding heavy traffic.

Though the clamor of the city rose and fell all around them, it felt entirely disconnected from their current mood, appearing distant and remote.

From time to time, Chu Xun glanced sideways at Yao Shan, only to find her gazing steadily out the window, her eyes ethereal and profound, as if she were deep in thought.

"What are you thinking about?" Chu Xun asked softly, breaking the silence in the car with a touch of concern.

Yao Shan snapped back from her reverie, a faint smile touching her lips. "Nothing much, just pondering some work matters."

Sensing that she might not be willing to talk too much at the moment, Chu Xun refrained from pressing further, choosing to respect her wishes.

He skillfully shifted the topic, starting to chat about the upcoming project meeting and various work details, hoping to lighten the atmosphere inside the car.

Gradually drawn in, Yao Shan began to engage, and their conversation grew increasingly lively, as if the prior silence had never existed.

Soon enough, they arrived at the bustling market, and the bustling noises outside the car windows drifted in.

Familiar with the layout, Chu Xun expertly selected fresh ingredients, his gaze sweeping quickly over various vegetables and fruits as if he knew every single item intimately.

Yao Shan followed closely behind him, occasionally offering suggestions, her voice exceptionally gentle amidst the noisy crowd of the market.

"Is there anything in particular you'd like to eat?" Chu Xun asked with a tender inflection.

Yao Shan pondered for a moment, then replied softly, "Actually, I'm not a picky eater. I'm willing to taste whatever you cook, and I have complete faith in your culinary skills."

Her response conveyed a deep sense of trust and dependence; clearly, she held immense confidence in Chu Xun's cooking abilities.

Hearing her words, a warm smile bloomed in Chu Xun's eyes. He nodded gently and continued browsing the market aisles to carefully pick out various ingredients, his demeanor extraordinarily gentle.