Life seemed to have returned to what it was before, as if nothing had happened, and everything had returned to normal.
Although the news of Zhan Mohan's return to the Zhan Corporation caused quite a stir.
Fortunately, for the onlookers, these things just passed by.
"Mr. Zhan, the director of Steve Group wants to discuss the new project with you," Fang Xun said, handing Zhan Mohan a laptop.
Zhan Mohan nodded and started the video conference.
Fang Xun, being perceptive, left Zhan Mohan's office.
As Zhan Mohan was in a video conference, he had some free time, so he decided to walk around and see if there was anything he could help with.
"Hello... I... I am..." A young woman stood at the front desk of the Zhan Corporation. Her Chinese was not very fluent, and she struggled to express herself, unable to organize her words for a long time.
Fang Xun saw this situation, walked over, and gestured to the front desk receptionist to leave it to him.
The receptionist, seeing Fang Xun, couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
"Miss, are you a client looking to cooperate with us, or are you looking for someone?" Fang Xun asked kindly, his fluent foreign language putting her at ease.
"My name is Shen Xiangxue. I'm a friend of Zhan Mohan's from abroad, and I came specifically to find him," Shen Xiangxue said.
Fang Xun was naturally aware of what had happened to Zhan Mohan before, so he was not surprised by the appearance of a friend like Shen Xiangxue.
"Since you are Mr. Zhan's friend, I will arrange for you to meet him later," Fang Xun said with a smile.
"Thank you so much." Shen Xiangxue felt that the person in front of her must hold a very important position in the Zhan Corporation.
Fang Xun knew that Zhan Mohan's meeting would likely take some time, so he first took Shen Xiangxue to the Zhan Corporation's lounge.
This was generally a place for Zhan Corporation employees to rest, with all sorts of food and drinks available. They had even hired a French pastry chef, which made the complimentary pastries at the Zhan Corporation a trendy item.
Although Shen Xiangxue knew that Zhan Mohan's identity was unusual, it was only after arriving here that she realized how remarkable the man she liked was.
Yet, such a powerful figure had been confined by her in such a place, in darkness.
She couldn't help but lower her head. Perhaps she finally understood why Zhan Mohan had to leave that place, because he was not suited for it.
Nor was he suited to be with her.
Fang Xun noticed Shen Xiangxue's unease and offered her a drink: "Miss Shen, this is matcha provided by our company. Please try it."
Shen Xiangxue looked at the cup in front of her; it was also something she had never encountered before.
However, she picked up the cup and took a sip, instantly captivated by the taste.
"So this is the kind of life he has been living. It's indeed much better than where we come from," Shen Xiangxue admitted, even if she felt a bit unconvinced.
Now she just felt that she had once told Zhan Mohan that she would give him the best if he wished.
But looking back, the best she could offer was nothing compared to what Zhan Mohan already possessed.
Although he hadn't asked, Fang Xun could sense that Shen Xiangxue's relationship with Zhan Mohan was not ordinary.
An hour passed like this. Seeing that the time was about right, Fang Xun stood up.
"Miss Shen, I believe Mr. Zhan has finished his meeting. I can take you to him now."
But at this moment, Shen Xiangxue became a little hesitant: "I..."
Fang Xun was not in a hurry, simply waiting for Shen Xiangxue.
"Is it too informal for me to see him like this?"
Shen Xiangxue hadn't felt this way before. It was only after understanding the Zhan Corporation a little that she felt out of place.
"Not at all. Miss Shen's visit is our fortune."
Fang Xun's sincere gaze offered Shen Xiangxue a little comfort.
Along the way, Shen Xiangxue followed Fang Xun, looking at her surroundings inadvertently.
Before coming here, she had always thought Zhan Mohan was just a small boss. After all, in the Black Street, no enterprise or organization was larger than their family's.
But now, she had broadened her horizons.
Finally, they reached the door of Zhan Mohan's office. Fang Xun knocked.
"Mr. Zhan."
Zhan Mohan's clear voice came from inside: "Come in."
Fang Xun opened the door but didn't enter. He simply gestured for Shen Xiangxue to go in alone.
Zhan Mohan was somewhat surprised to see Shen Xiangxue. He had indeed not expected her to leave the Black Street, let alone come to the country.
"Mohan, long time no see," Shen Xiangxue smiled at Zhan Mohan.
Zhan Mohan felt that Shen Xiangxue seemed different, more cheerful than before.
"How did you find this place?" Zhan Mohan asked, voicing his confusion.
Shen Xiangxue found a seat and sat down: "A Yu brought me. My father didn't allow me to leave at first, but luckily A Yu helped me."
Zhan Mohan stopped what he was doing, poured Shen Xiangxue a glass of water, and handed it to her.
"It seems your relationship is quite good."
Shen Xiangxue nodded: "It's okay. Although I can't love him yet, I've learned a lot through him. I admire him more than anything."
Shen Xiangxue took a sip of water, finding that even the taste of the water was completely different from that of the Black Street.
"I only realized today how many foolish things I did in the past. I could never keep you, nor could I win your heart. I'm sorry."
Hearing Shen Xiangxue's words, Zhan Mohan simply said calmly, "It's all in the past. There's no need to mention it again."
Shen Xiangxue nodded: "I will. I'll try my best to forget everything that happened before, and forget my feelings for you, although I know how difficult that will be."
However, her mood only lasted for a moment before she quickly cheered up.
Although Zhan Mohan's tone was still indifferent, his gaze was very serious: "You are a good girl, and Mr. Chai is also a good person. He will take good care of you."
Shen Xiangxue smiled at him: "Of course I know that. But after all, there aren't many handsome men like you. Can't you let me be a little sad?"
Seeing that Shen Xiangxue could still joke, Zhan Mohan was somewhat relieved.
"Honestly, I shouldn't be saying these things. I came to see you today incidentally. I actually plan to stay here for a while. I want to know what life outside the Black Street is like. If anything happens, I'll need your help."
Zhan Mohan simply nodded slightly: "Okay."