Chapter 532: Chapter 530: Xue Yang~Come to Si Wen’s House for Dinner

"By the way, Boss," Yu Kexin added.

"What is it?" Xue Yang asked.

"When I saw General Jiang just now, I think I overheard someone say her daughter is sick."

Yu Kexin wasn’t too familiar with Jiang Wei, only knowing that she was divorced and had a daughter. Her mother usually helped take care of the girl, but Jiang Wei occasionally brought her to the company. The little girl was cute and well-behaved, and everyone in the office loved seeing her. However, Yu Kexin hadn’t seen her once since she started working here. It was only today that she learned the girl was sick.

No wonder I’ve barely seen Jiang Wei around here.

The image of Jiang Sisi’s cute little face suddenly appeared in Xue Yang’s mind.

And Jiang Wei’s tone when I called her today... it was a bit strange. She must have been at the hospital then. But since she didn’t plan on telling me, I probably shouldn’t ask.

"Got it," he replied, then added a few words about being safe before hanging up.

He set his phone aside. The background for the day’s final photoshoot was ready. He was becoming more and more skilled at photography, so the shoots themselves didn’t take long; most of the time was spent changing outfits and scenes. About half an hour later, the winter-themed photos were all finished. Xue Yang briefly reviewed the shots and was relieved that they looked good.

While he was changing, Lin Xi called.

"Xue Yang~" The moment he answered, Lin Xi’s soft voice came through.

"Are you back?" Xue Yang asked.

"I’m back! Xue Yang, come over to Si Wen’s place for dinner~"

After changing, Xue Yang grabbed his car keys and prepared to leave.

"President Xue, are you heading back now?" Jennifer appeared just in time.

"Yes."

Knowing how busy Xue Yang was, Jennifer didn’t dare to keep him. "Drive safely. Let’s grab a drink when you’re free sometime."

Xue Yang patted his shoulder and left.

As soon as he was gone, Xiang Qing came running over. She looked around but couldn’t find Xue Yang anywhere. She grabbed Jennifer and asked, "Where’s President Xue?"

"He’s already left."

"What? I waited so patiently for his shoot to finish, and he just left?" She hadn’t dared to disturb him during the photoshoot and had waited for him to finish, only to find him gone.

"What, did you expect President Xue to stay and have dinner with you?"

Xiang Qing was at a loss for words. "How could I dare think that? I was just... never mind, let’s drop it."

Xiang Qing turned to leave, but after a few steps, she doubled back. "Jennifer, tell me, is there really something going on between President Xue and our boss?"

This question has been swirling in my mind for so long. Every time I think it’s impossible, Xue Yang shows up, as if to say, ’I am your boss’s boyfriend.’ But looking at how they interact, there isn’t a hint of that sweet, lovey-dovey vibe you’d expect from a couple.

Jennifer looked at her as if she were an idiot. "Do you even hear yourself right now?"

Xiang Qing blinked. "Did I say something wrong?"

"Wrong doesn’t even begin to cover it; that’s utterly absurd. I can’t believe you’ve been with the company this long and still haven’t realized that President Xue and the boss have a simple partnership."

"What?"

Xiang Qing was briefly stunned before it dawned on her. "You mean... President Xue and our boss are just partners?!"

"What else?"

"I thought they were... Then who is President Xue’s girlfriend?"

"Go ask him yourself."

With that, Jennifer went to check the photos. He still had to figure out the editing. When Xue Yang used to do it, Jennifer hardly had to worry. Now that Xue Yang was so busy, he was lucky to get him for the photoshoot at all; Jennifer didn’t dare dream of asking him to edit the photos too. He had to find another photo editor. This new editor was decent, but Jennifer had to be there to supervise every time. Otherwise, the final images always seemed to be missing something.

"How am I supposed to ask?" Seeing a familiar figure out of the corner of her eye, Xiang Qing immediately grabbed her. "Yufei."

"Manager Xiang, what can I do for you?" Sun Yufei asked.

"Do you know who President Xue’s girlfriend is?"

"Huh?" Sun Yufei looked at Xiang Qing like she was a monster.

"Why are you looking at me like that?"

"I thought you would have known by now."

"I thought it was our boss, but Jennifer just told me it’s not her. So now I’m really curious who it is."

Hearing this, Sun Yufei gave a mysterious smile. "You’ll find out eventually."

Xiang Qing was speechless.

Seriously, is it really this hard to get a little bit of gossip?

"Come on, Yufei, just tell me."

"It’s so obvious, Director Xiang. Be careful, or the boss might dock your pay."

So, my guess was right after all.

After hearing Sun Yufei’s words, Xiang Qing’s conviction was renewed.

President Xue’s girlfriend is our boss after all. Then why would Jennifer say that? Could it be... he wants to see me make a fool of myself?! The more I think about it, the more plausible it seems. That damn Jennifer! Just wait and see how I’ll punish you!

If Jennifer knew what Xiang Qing was thinking right then, he would probably have fainted.

「...」

As soon as their class ended, Lin Xi and Si Wen went straight to the market next to the pedestrian street to buy groceries.

"Eggplant. Xue Yang loves it."

"Let’s get some ribs to make a soup with corn and carrots."

As soon as they entered the market, Lin Xi transformed into a model housewife, quickly zeroing in on her targets and buying them. In no time, both of them were carrying heavy bags. Fortunately, Si Wen had called Uncle Zhong to come and take the groceries back first; otherwise, they wouldn’t have known how to manage.

"Everything you bought is Xue Yang’s favorite. Isn’t there anything you like?"

"If Xue Yang likes it, I like it."

"What about me?"

"Oh, right! Si Wen, what do you like to eat?"

Si Wen was speechless.

Sometimes I really wonder if Xue Yang was the one who grew up with Lin Xi, and I’m just the one who came along later.

"I’m not picky. We’ve bought plenty. Let’s head back."

「...」

Due to the evening rush hour, it was already 8:15 PM when Xue Yang arrived at Tongfang Residential District. This was still early for Xue Yang, but for Lin Xi, the dinner she had cooked was already getting cold.

Lin Xi put down her phone. "He said he’s almost downstairs." She then went to the kitchen to bring out the pot of stewed ribs. She had barely set it on the table when the doorbell rang.

"That must be Xue Yang! I’ll get it!" Lin Xi immediately jumped up and ran to open the door.

"Xue Yang~"

Following behind Lin Xi, Si Wen’s eyes flickered when she saw the people standing behind Xue Yang. "You shouldn’t have brought gifts."

"It’s a housewarming gift. Congratulations," Xue Yang replied.

"Thank you!"

Lin Xi and Si Wen stepped aside to let them bring the items inside.