Shen Xiaoyan shook her head, feeling that looking at Na Muzhong would make it easier to get inspiration.
"Why are you looking at me like that? I'll think you've fallen for me!" Na Muzhong, seeing Shen Xiaoyan constantly staring at her, struck a very girlish pose with great flair.
Seeing that she couldn't suppress her desire to be a princess, Shen Xiaoyan couldn't help but laugh.
As she was laughing, she heard several male voices approaching from a distance. Shen Xiaoyan turned around and saw Zheng Wei, along with the other two, leading two dogs walking towards the basketball court.
"What's so funny?" The men sat down on the chairs on the lawn behind them. Zheng Wei asked Shen Xiaoyan with a chuckle.
Shen Xiaoyan shook her head; it was better not to let men know about women's affairs.
Seeing that she didn't want to talk, Zheng Wei didn't press. The three men began to drink.
Lu Taobao's gaze did not waver, and he kept looking in Na Muzhong's direction.
"Na Muzhong, bring Xiaoyan over to sit," Zheng Wei said to Na Muzhong. Na Muzhong was not shy; she guided Shen Xiaoyan and safely brought her to Zheng Wei's side. As she was about to sit next to Lin Xin, Lu Taobao had already reached out and pulled her to sit beside him.
"Vice President Na, I really didn't expect that the woman who captured Old Lu's heart was you. Your transformation is really too great. Taking off your glasses and changing your clothes is like a facelift," Lin Xin exclaimed with surprise. He truly didn't expect that the woman Old Lu fancied was Na Muzhong.
Thinking of Na Muzhong's usual tomboyish demeanor, Lin Xin's curiosity was piqued. He reached out and poked Lu Taobao, asking in a low voice, "Hey Old Lu, when did you start liking Vice President Na? Was it before or after Vice President Na changed her style? Oh my, it must have been after. You're also superficial, only looking at looks. So if Vice President Na hadn't changed her style, you wouldn't have had this idea?"
Lin Xin was deliberately trying to provoke Lu Taobao now, as he was the most unhappy.
"Who told you that?" Lu Taobao knitted his brows, his gaze shooting daggers at Lin Xin.
"So, you were attracted to Vice President Na even before? Then you truly love her. Vice President Na back then was truly incredibly formidable. Do you guys still remember that Borier acquisition case? Back then, all the shareholders opposed it. Old Zheng brought in the eight great talents to suppress it, and Vice President Na was the strongest fighter among them. Vice President Na was truly fighting ten men back then! Several old men were so thoroughly rebuked that they didn't even have a chance to retort." He and Old Lu had gone to help at the time and had witnessed it firsthand. At that time, Na Muzhong's attire was even more indescribable than before.
"I look good no matter how I dress! Compared to the past, I've only changed my clothes. I was born beautiful," Na Muzhong gave Lin Xin a very official, slight smile.
Lin Xin waved his hand. "How dare I compare myself to you? I can't win, I can't win. But, are you two just going to drag this out? And you're just going to let go of our Old Lu, such a good talent?"
"Your Old Lu's stamina is quite good." Na Muzhong pondered this question before giving this answer.
"Pfft!" Shen Xiaoyan, who was sipping water, choked when Na Muzhong's answer was so effective.
"Na Muzhong, watch your words!" Zheng Wei, seeing his wife choke, quickly reached out to soothe Shen Xiaoyan and handed her a tissue. As Shen Xiaoyan looked up, Zheng Wei patted her back and said, "Don't listen to her nonsense."
But as soon as Zheng Wei finished speaking, Lu Taobao frowned and said with great seriousness, "She's telling the truth!"
After Lu Taobao said this, Lin Xin also spat out his drink. Zheng Wei, with quick reflexes, pulled Shen Xiaoyan into his arms to prevent her from being splashed.
"Lawyer Yi, why are you so messy!" Na Muzhong said with disdain.
She had just been sprayed. Na Muzhong looked at her new clothes and truly wished she could step forward and twist Lin Xin's head off.
As she was about to reach for a tissue to wipe her hand, a hand already extended to help her. The person pressed her with one hand and wiped her with the other. Na Muzhong looked up, and what met her eyes was that person's earnest profile.
"What did Old Lu just say? Old Lu, have you no shame?" Lin Xin, after recovering, doubted whether he had heard or seen the Old Lu he knew.
"She was telling the truth," Lu Taobao repeated again, though his attention was mostly on Na Muzhong.
"That's right, I didn't lie. His stamina is very good." Na Muzhong felt there was no need to lie about such things.
"You guys are still bringing this up? Have you no public morals?" Lin Xin said grumpily.
"So, you're still a virgin at 30 years old..." Na Muzhong's words were like a bomb thrown at Lin Xin.
Lin Xin was about to vomit again. Lu Taobao and Zheng Wei were very taciturn; they quickly hugged their women and moved aside, avoiding the spittle.
"Big Sister, do you think I'm like Old Lu!" Lin Xin rolled his eyes at Na Muzhong.
Na Muzhong shrugged, but Lu Taobao's face turned somewhat dark.
"Don't talk about this topic in front of other men in the future," Lu Taobao said, still holding Na Muzhong.
Na Muzhong frowned. Lu Taobao's words had clearly caused her displeasure. "Mr. Lu, you don't seem to have the right to interfere in my affairs."
She didn't like being controlled. If they were boyfriend and girlfriend, it might be acceptable, but they weren't boyfriend and girlfriend at all, and Lu Taobao was meddling a bit too much.
Lu Taobao's face darkened again.
"I have no intention of playing hard to get. Besides the bed, I don't think there's anywhere suitable for us," Na Muzhong said frankly. She truly wanted to remain unmarried now. For her, she just wanted to enjoy days of being praised beautifully.
"I understand," Lu Taobao only said these four words, but he showed no sign of backing down. He was more resolute than Na Muzhong had imagined.
"I'll come to your place tonight." They made plans right in front of Zheng Wei and the others. Zheng Wei covered Shen Xiaoyan's ears with his hands, wanting to ensure his wife heard only pure things.
Na Muzhong had no objections to this.
"Boss, I discussed workroom matters with the boss's wife today. I'll submit a new plan to you tomorrow. I think it's very feasible. Whether it's for current banquets or red carpet events in the entertainment industry, most people use haute couture from foreign brands. Although they look good, wardrobe malfunctions are quite common and not particularly unique. I think the market for this aspect is very good and can be combined with hunger marketing," Na Muzhong began to speak incessantly, making Lin Xin constantly cover his ears.
"Give me the plan tomorrow," Zheng Wei nodded. Then he waved to the others and said, "The food is almost ready. Let's go in!"
"Boss, I want to leave." Na Muzhong didn't want to face the three revered figures of Lu's mother inside.
"Na Muzhong, it's one thing that you're not taking responsibility for Old Lu, but you won't even have dinner with him?" Zheng Wei's words turned the situation around. Na Muzhong sighed and could only follow behind. Lu Taobao also deliberately slowed his pace, walking by her side.
Na Muzhong was a person with excellent execution. As agreed, she submitted the plan to Zheng Wei the next day. Zheng Wei was mostly working from home now, wanting to spend more time with Shen Xiaoyan. They shared a study, and Zheng Wei moved his computer directly into Shen Xiaoyan's study. He kept his distance from Shen Xiaoyan, not wanting her to be too close to the computer. As for Aunt Wu, she was also very diligent, often cooking delicious food for Shen Xiaoyan. Even before she was pregnant, Shen Xiaoyan felt it was a bit exaggerated. Since becoming pregnant, her status was like that of an empress dowager.
"Na Muzhong's plan is good. I'll prepare the manpower for the workroom. You just focus on design, but don't overwork yourself. Do you hear me?" Zheng Wei wasn't too worried, as Shen Xiaoyan valued this child very much. She was now cautious in everything she did, afraid of harming the baby.
Shen Xiaoyan nodded.
Given Na Muzhong's high enthusiasm, the workroom was prepared after a month and a half, named "Shuǐjiǎo" (Dumplings).
However, the workroom matter would have to wait for a while, as the little sprout in her belly had reached three months. Zheng Wei had been busy taking Shen Xiaoyan for prenatal checkups these past few days.
...
On the way to the hospital, Zheng Wei looked in good spirits and said to Shen Xiaoyan, "You'll start showing soon. If your belly isn't getting bigger, I feel like it's not quite real."
Thinking that their child would be born in over half a year, Zheng Wei found it surreal. However, due to the formidable rival like Sima Han, he was extremely cautious, fearing any accidents for her and the baby.
Shen Xiaoyan touched her lower abdomen and smiled. The smile on her face was so gentle that it was captivating.
However, as soon as they arrived at the hospital, reporters immediately surrounded them, thrusting their microphones forward. Fortunately, Zheng Wei had made preparations in advance, and several burly security guards quickly dispersed the reporters. Zheng Wei hugged Shen Xiaoyan and walked in quickly.
"Perhaps it's because of your award last time, our family was completely exposed, plus your husband is quite good-looking, so the media came to report," Zheng Wei said, walking with Shen Xiaoyan, not forgetting to tease her to make her laugh.
Shen Xiaoyan genuinely laughed when she heard him say she was "quite good-looking"...
"Xiaoyan, you're here?" As they walked through the corridor, a tall, strong man in a white coat approached from the opposite side. The smile in his eyes seemed to overflow. Naturally, he completely ignored Zheng Wei and asked, "You're here?" instead of "You guys are here?"
Shen Xiaoyan smiled and nodded. Her inability to speak conveniently saved her from the awkwardness of speaking.
"Let's go. VIP arrangements have been made there, so there's no need to queue," Sima Han said, pointing to the directional signs.
"Dr. Sima seems quite idle," Zheng Wei said, not looking at him kindly.
"There are few patients for traditional Chinese medicine, so I'm not busy. Besides, if I'm busy, I should be busy with what matters. What do you think, Mr. Zheng?" Sima Han replied with a smile. He never got agitated, at least not outwardly!
Zheng Wei sneered and carefully walked forward, holding Shen Xiaoyan.
Sima Han walked on Shen Xiaoyan's other side. From behind, it looked like the two of them were protecting Shen Xiaoyan, a scene that made many people extremely envious.
...
Shen Xiaoyan was first taken to a rest room. The equipment inside was still being adjusted. Zheng Wei was by the side, being instructed by a doctor on how to fill out forms. At this moment, Shen Xiaoyan and Sima Han had a small private space. Shen Xiaoyan thought for a moment and felt it was better to clarify things, although she also found Dr. Sima's good impression of her somewhat inexplicable.