Both of them were being stubborn.
One didn't expect that she would really follow.
The other didn't expect that he would really bring her to the company.
By the time they came to their senses, they were already sitting in Qi Shifeng's office, staring at each other.
Especially Xu Tingyu. She was in a daze for a long time.
It was the first time she had ever set foot in Qi Shifeng's office.
She didn't expect it to be as cold - toned as he was.
Just sitting inside, even before he said a word, the sense of oppression was overwhelming.
She frowned and took a step forward. "Mr. Qi, this is your office. It's not convenient for me to be here. Can't you just agree to my request?"
Qi Shifeng had already turned on his computer and didn't even glance at her.
"No."
His refusal was straightforward.
Xu Tingyu wasn't angry.
Was he trying to out - wait her in terms of patience?
Fine.
Anyway, if things got to the old mansion, she would just lay all her cards on the table.
Thinking of this, she simply turned around and sat down on the sofa.
"Then I'll just sit here and wait. I'm sure Mr. Qi won't like to be in the same room with me and will change his mind."
She looked at him with a smile, and there was a hint of provocation in her tone.
But unfortunately, the man didn't take the bait.
He didn't even give Xu Tingyu a second look and just started his work.
Soon, the secretary brought in coffee. Seeing Xu Tingyu sitting on the sofa, she was startled at first.
But as a secretary, she knew how to keep a straight face.
She smiled at Xu Tingyu and said, "Sorry, I didn't know there was a guest. What would you like to drink?"
Before Xu Tingyu could say a word, Qi Shifeng said impatiently, "She doesn't need anything. You can leave."
The secretary thought Xu Tingyu looked a bit familiar but wasn't sure who she was. After being scolded by the boss, she didn't dare to say a word and quickly left.
As for Xu Tingyu, she also kept silent.
Did he think he could humiliate her into leaving?
He underestimated her.
She showed no sign of emotional fluctuation. She even took out a bottle of water from her bag, clearly determined to wait him out.
Although Qi Shifeng was working, he kept an eye on her from the corner of his eye.
When he saw her take out the water, he actually felt like laughing.
Four years could really make a person grow strong.
If it were in the past, she probably would have just left.
The feeling of her "accompanying" him in the office while he worked made his heart ache.
Back then, before their relationship went sour, she would also accompany him in the study while he worked.
Most of the time, he would be buried in his work, and she would be reading a novel beside him.
When she came across something interesting, she would smile silently and even tell him about it when he took a break.
Those days really deserved the description of "peaceful years".
As a result, for a long time, he was not used to working alone in the study.
He would always get distracted and couldn't help but look at the place where she used to sit.
This woman thought he had moved.
How could he move?
That was the only place where she had left her mark.
He hated her to the core, but also loved her deeply.
Just as he was a bit distracted, Xu Tingyu suddenly received a call.
She seemed afraid that if she left the office, she wouldn't be able to get back in, so she answered it right in front of Qi Shifeng.
The call was from Yan Zhou.
He seemed to be remorseful about what had happened yesterday. He apologized to Xu Tingyu first.
"Sorry, Tingyu. I was a bit too impulsive yesterday. Did I scare you? I didn't sleep all night yesterday, just thinking about how to apologize to you."
His voice sounded very dejected, and he called her Tingyu instead of Teacher Xu.
Xu Tingyu didn't mind. "It's okay. We've known each other for so many years. I know you meant no harm."
Although it was a bit strange, she could understand.
Artists like him who were extremely popular also had to bear an astonishing amount of pressure.
It was completely understandable for them to have occasional mental breakdowns.
The other person was silent for a few seconds and then carefully asked her, "Can I invite you to dinner?"
Xu Tingyu had already refused once yesterday. If she refused again today, it would seem too unkind.
So she thought for a while and said, "How about this? I'll be the host the night after tomorrow and invite all of you. Is that okay?"
After cooperating for so long, it was nothing for her to invite them to dinner.
Yan Zhou hesitated for a moment and then agreed. "Okay. Then see you this afternoon."
After they hung up the phone, Xu Tingyu looked at the time.
There were still three hours until the dance practice in the afternoon.
She still had to have lunch and rush to the classroom, so she didn't have much time to waste.
So she stood up and walked towards Qi Shifeng's desk.
Who would have thought that before she even got there, the man suddenly stood up.
"I..."
"I have a meeting. If you want to stay here, you can. But, Miss Xu, you won't get the answer you want."
They both spoke at the same time, and Xu Tingyu stopped first.
After Qi Shifeng said what he wanted to say, he walked straight out of the office without looking at her again.
Who was she talking to on the phone? Her voice was so gentle, and there was even a constant smile on her face.
She could smile with others but was only polite and distant to him.
He needed to go out and get some fresh air.
Xu Tingyu watched him walk out in disbelief.
He just left her alone in his office like this?
Was he really that trusting of her?
Since that was the case, she wouldn't be polite either.
She quickly walked back to her bag and took out two mini - cameras.
After making sure that Qi Shifeng had gone far away, she quickly stuck one camera in a hidden corner of his desk and hid the other in a potted plant.
After setting them up, she sat back on the sofa, her heart pounding.
Even she didn't expect it to go so smoothly.
She originally thought that with Qi Shifeng's vigilant personality, she would never have the chance to enter his office.
These two cameras were originally intended for his home.
Who would have thought that he would bring her here and leave her alone in the office.
Sure enough, opportunities only came to those who were prepared.
She calmed down for a while and had returned to normal before Qi Shifeng came back.
Qi Shifeng raised his eyebrows when he saw that she was still there. "Are you really determined to go head - to - head with me today?"
"Of course. I've said it before. I just want to have a meal with Youyou. That's all."
She still insisted.
Giving up easily wasn't her style.
Qi Shifeng stared at her for a long time and finally seemed to give in.
"Come to my place at six o'clock tonight. Don't be late."
"Don't misunderstand. It's because Youyou is allergic to many things. I'm afraid you don't know and take him out to eat whatever you want."
Hearing the word "allergy", Xu Tingyu became nervous.
"What is he allergic to? Can you give me a list?"