Sharing Dreams with My Bestie’s Cousin
Chapter 174 - 174 Wen Zhi tell me the truth

Chapter 174: Wen Zhi, tell me the truth Chapter 174: Wen Zhi, tell me the truth However, just before getting out of the car, Shang Hexing specifically asked Wen Zhi a question, “Tell me, did you suddenly want to return to the Shang family to see someone?”

The corners of Wen Zhi’s lips slightly lifted, slightly awkward, “…I haven’t seen Bei Sheng for a long time, I miss her a bit.”

This reason was made up on the spot, and Wen Zhi didn’t know whether Shang Hexing would believe it or not.

She subtly glanced at his expression, only to find Shang Hexing staring at her. When their eyes met, there was a teasing smile in his eyes, “Since when have you and Bei Sheng been so close?”

Wen Zhi responded seriously, “Bei Sheng and I hit it off right from the start, we are actually very close, you just weren’t aware.”

Shang Hexing said, “I guess Bei Sheng herself might not be aware of that either.”

Wen Zhi: “…”

In fact, Shang Hexing knew all about the few times Wen Zhi and Bei Sheng had met and what they had said.

Thus, whether they were close or had been in touch privately, he was indeed the most knowledgeable person. Because of that, he immediately knew she was lying and had made up an excuse to appease him.

Seeing her lie exposed, Wen Zhi silently turned her face towards the car window, hiding her embarrassment.

Shang Hexing reached out, turned Wen Zhi’s face toward him, and said softly, “Wen Zhi, do you want to tell me the truth?”

Face to face, Wen Zhi blinked and asked him, “If I don’t tell the truth, will you not let me in?”

“Not exactly,” he said, “I need to know what you are really here for.”

Wen Zhi: “You didn’t ask on the way here, but now at the doorstep you’re asking, you are deliberately teasing me.”

Shang Hexing’s brows moved slightly, indicating he acknowledged that.

But it definitely wasn’t about teasing her.

Wen Zhi quietly met his gaze for a moment, then raised one hand to cover his, gently cradling it and then pressing her cheek against it, like a cat caressing a hand, tickling Shang Hexing’s heart.

She was quite well-behaved most of the time.

But this level of compliance was rare.

Shang Hexing had always been a man of principles, and before Wen Zhi appeared, no one could break his principles. Now, just a single proactive gesture from Wen Zhi, and he wanted to ask nothing, compromising everything for her.

“Alright, let’s go inside first,” he relented, while also pressing the button to open the car door.

In his compromise, Wen Zhi knew he was indulging her, but she also didn’t want to disappoint him too much. Before getting out of the car, she still told him a reason, “I came back to check on the lychee tree.”

Shang Hexing’s figure stiffened, surprise flickering in the depths of his eyes.

By the time Wen Zhi was out of the car, standing outside the door, she hurried him, “Aren’t you coming to see if there are still any lychees on that tree?”

Shang Hexing laughed deeply, “Alright, let’s go together.”

He just hoped that she really only wanted to see that lychee tree.

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On the way back with Shang Hexing, Wen Zhi walked alongside him, but each was in their own world, not looking particularly affectionate, so no servants gave them unusual looks.

From the moment Shang Hexing’s car entered the Shang family domain, Grandpa Shang knew he had returned and immediately sent someone to call him over for a discussion about some matters.

Being summoned by Grandpa Shang as soon as he arrived, Shang Hexing naturally knew what the matter was.

He said to Wen Zhi, “Do you want to come with me to meet Grandpa?”

Wen Zhi instinctively shook her head, and Shang Hexing said, “Grandpa doesn’t bite.”

Wen Zhi chuckled, “I’m not afraid of Grandpa biting, I just think it might not be a good time now.”

“It feels a bit too late to have second thoughts now,” Shang Hexing said as he took her hand. “You’ve already attended Zhou’s birthday banquet with me today. By tomorrow, everyone will know you’re mine.”

“I understand.” Wen Zhi placed her hand on his wrist, attempting to pry his fingers open yet fearful of angering him. “But, meeting Grandfather should still wait for a better occasion, don’t you think?”

She carefully looked into his eyes.

Eventually, Shang Hexing let go of her hand. “Whatever you say, but Wen Zhi…”

He paused mid-sentence.

Wen Zhi’s heart tightened. “Hmm?”

Shang Hexing lifted his hand, cradling her face closer. “I’ve asked Bei Sheng to come and keep you company. Don’t wander off; wait for me to return.”

Wen Zhi sighed in response, quickly replying, “I definitely won’t wander off. We still haven’t seen the lychee tree.”

Unbeknownst to her, this subtle reaction was noted by Shang Hexing, who concealed the turmoil in his eyes. “I’m heading over now.”

Wen Zhi nodded, watching him leave.

Only after Shang Hexing had walked away did Wen Zhi close her eyes and take a deep breath. However, just as she turned around, she was startled by someone appearing suddenly behind her.

“Zhizhi~”

Bei Sheng greeted Wen Zhi with a smile, his face innocently harmless.

In contrast, Wen Zhi was visibly startled. “…Bei Sheng, it’s you.”

Seeing that he had frightened Wen Zhi, Bei Sheng felt sorry. “Sorry, Zhizhi. I didn’t realize you got scared so easily. Next time, I’ll walk louder so you can notice me. Are you alright, by the way?”

“…” Wen Zhi struggled to calm herself, her voice slightly weak as she replied, “I’m fine.”

Wen Zhi remembered that before Shang Hexing had left, he had said Bei Sheng would join her. She thought it would take Bei Sheng a few minutes to arrive, giving her a chance to slip away without meeting him.

Little did she know, Bei Sheng would appear suddenly, as if he could teleport.

“Zhizhi,” Bei Sheng suddenly leaned close to Wen Zhi. “You look really beautiful today, a hundred times better than in that red dress.”

Wen Zhi staggered backward, “Th-thank you.”

Bei Sheng steadied her, asking with concern, “Zhizhi, are you feeling unwell?”

Wen Zhi steadied herself, shaking her head. “No, I was just startled a moment ago.”

Realizing he had frightened her again, Bei Sheng felt very guilty. “Sorry, Zhizhi. I was probably too excited after not seeing you for a long time. I didn’t mean to scare you.”

“It’s okay, I know,” said Wen Zhi, calming her breath before asking, “By the way, Bei Sheng, did you know I was returning to the Shang family today?”

Bei Sheng curled his lips into a smile, his hands behind his back as he moved to Wen Zhi’s side. “Chen Zhu sent me a message on the way back, asking me to wait for you.”

With that, Bei Sheng couldn’t help but smirk. “Zhizhi, you really impress me. You’ve managed to charm my boss.”

Wen Zhi hesitated, “About that…”

Bei Sheng, relentlessly curious, continued, “Actually, from the first night I met you, I realized you held a special place for the boss. But thinking how aloof he is, I figured it was just a spark and nothing more. Tsk, tsk, I didn’t expect you to be so capable, actually capturing the boss! Share with me, sister, how did you manage to win him over?”

Wen Zhi: “…”

Bei Sheng poked Wen Zhi’s arm. “Come on, tell me. I won’t tell anyone.”

Wen Zhi stayed silent, keeping her silence.

Bei Sheng looked around. “Is it not convenient to talk here? Then let’s go back to your place.”