People are like this. Many times, even when they know something is impossible, they can't help but indulge in fantasies, especially women.
Tang Nannan was no longer young. After experiencing so much hardship, she could still fall for a man within a few days.
Sitting in the taxi, watching the silent Hu Jiasheng and the distance he kept, she couldn't help but feel ridiculous.
He was just here on a short business trip, doing a small favor that was nothing to him, and she was already thinking of a lifetime commitment.
Tang Nannan, Tang Nannan, you haven't even solved your basic needs and you're already thinking about frivolous things. Wake up!
Not knowing which restaurant Hu Jiasheng was going to, Tang Nannan followed him silently. However, when they passed Wanda Mall, Hu Jiasheng asked the driver to stop.
They got out and walked in, one after the other. Tang Nannan wanted to ask him what he was doing at the mall several times, but he always kept his back to her, so she held back.
As Hu Jiasheng walked, his gaze shifted slightly, and he easily found the directional sign for the women's clothing section.
They went upstairs, and Hu Jiasheng chose a brand he recognized, telling Tang Nannan to pick out some clothes.
Tang Nannan was surprised.
He was actually taking her to buy clothes?
Hu Jiasheng looked her up and down with a look of disdain.
"Since I've known you, I haven't seen you change clothes. You're going to a new environment tomorrow, are you still planning to dress like this?"
Tang Nannan's face immediately turned as red as a tomato.
"But, there's no need to buy such good..."
"I saw you had a good attitude at work today and helped me this morning, so this is your reward."
Hu Jiasheng acted like a parent taking a child to buy toys.
"I said, when you have the ability later, you can pay me back everything you owe me. For now, consider it an advance."
"If you think you're worth it, then you are. If you think you're not, we can go somewhere else."
How could she not be worth it?
From childhood to adulthood, she had always shopped at such high-end malls.
She knew every clothing brand in this mall like the back of her hand.
She was already accustomed to wearing these things, so how could she think she wasn't worth it?
Moreover, Hu Jiasheng's words acted as reverse psychology, and Tang Nannan's rebellious streak was successfully ignited.
"I am worth it. Then I'll go choose."
She picked out two elegant women's outfits suitable for work and a pair of high heels. Hu Jiasheng also picked out a small evening gown for her.
It would probably come in handy when she went on dates with Wang Tengfei, so he was giving it to her in advance.
"Change into it. I'll take you to eat later."
Many high-end Western restaurants in Sucheng have dress codes.
Men must wear suits and ties, and women must wear makeup and evening gowns to be admitted.
Hu Jiasheng always had a high standard of consumption. He had been accompanying her to eat in roadside diners for the past two days, so it seemed he was going to show his true caliber tonight.
Tang Nannan dared not let him down, so she changed.
The store staff helped her style her hair and apply light makeup.
When she emerged from the fitting room, the gentle and charming Miss Tang of the past seemed to have come back to life.
Hu Jiasheng knew that with a little dressing up, Tang Nannan's overall presence would shine through.
He had seen many beautiful women before, but even so, he was momentarily dazzled when he saw her emerge.
However, he was very good at concealing his emotions.
Seeing that he had no exaggerated expression, no overly solicitous body language, and no intention of flattering her, he seemed no different than before they had come.
As Tang Nannan walked, she felt less self-conscious.
She naturally walked up to him and turned around.
"How is it, does it fit?"
Hu Jiasheng handed his card to the attendant, answering her question with his actions.
As expected, they were going to a Western restaurant.
Sitting in a familiar environment, eating familiar food, and savoring familiar wine, Tang Nannan secretly vowed to work hard and regain this kind of life as soon as possible.
And repay the debt she owed him as soon as possible.
Hu Jiasheng was simply there to eat and did not change his demeanor because she was dressed up beautifully.
During the meal, he didn't waste any words. Tang Nannan tried to strike up a conversation with him several times, but seeing him diligently cutting his steak, she held back.
It wasn't until they returned home that Tang Nannan went to wash up. When she came out, she saw him operating the computer with one hand, so she walked over to his side.
"I'm done washing up, do you want to wash up?"
Hu Jiasheng gave a faint hum.
"Showering might get your arm wet, should I help you fill the bathtub with hot water?"
Hu Jiasheng closed his laptop and his gaze fell on her again.
"Did you forget what I said yesterday so quickly?"
"You're a smart person. Why do you think Mr. Wang and his son are so enthusiastically inviting you, someone with no work experience, to work at the company?"
The topic shifted so abruptly, Tang Nannan was taken aback.
"What do you mean, Mr. Hu?"
"I mean nothing, I just want to tell you that beauty is not a scarce resource. Relying on looks often leads to poor outcomes."
"But if a person has beauty, ability, and emotional intelligence, then it's different."
"If I've guessed correctly, the reason Mr. Wang invited you is first out of consideration for his past friendship with your father, and second, because he recognized your inherent qualities."
"Remember not to become arrogant, don't lose your strengths, they are your foundation for survival. You must keep improving, never stop moving forward."
Tang Nannan's face flushed at his words, as if the Wang family had already taken a liking to her and intended to make her their daughter-in-law.
In front of the man she secretly admired, he was earnestly pushing her towards someone else...
"Mr. Hu, are you helping me find a husband? Do you think Wang Tengfei and I are a good match?"
"What do you mean by suitable, and what do you mean by unsuitable?"
Hu Jiasheng spoke with the tone of someone who had been through it all.
"If you have no intention of getting married in this life and insist on this view, then you are not suitable for him."
"If you will eventually get married, then at least in my opinion, Wang Tengfei is a good candidate."
"How so?"
"He likes you. It's obvious. When a man likes a woman, all his energy is focused on her, he's willing to listen to her, willing to perform in front of her, willing to make sacrifices for her. This is your first advantage in this relationship."
"Secondly, his father likes you. As long as you keep progressing and maintain this advantage, and later have the blessing of children, you will live the life you desire."
Although his words made sense, Tang Nannan did not like hearing them at all, and even felt like laughing.
She felt she had misjudged him, thinking he was also such a worldly person.
Marriage is the result of a balance of interests? Hmph.
"I didn't realize Mr. Hu also held such an attitude towards marriage. Thank you for your reminder, may I ask you a question?"
Hu Jiasheng knew what she was going to ask.
"I am single. And I have no plans to get married in the future."
"Do you not like women?"
Hu Jiasheng stood up: "I refuse to answer that question."
But Tang Nannan couldn't help but ask, and he interrupted her.
"Alright, go to bed."