After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?-Chapter 44 Misunderstanding

Jiang Zhixun didn’t show up, but meals were delivered to the front desk of the guesthouse on time.

Whenever he sent food, Shen Qingqing would eat it.

Coming to the Northwest this time, after enduring so much hardship, there was no need for her to fuss over trivial things with Jiang Zhixun.

Now that someone delivered meals downstairs, she could save some energy and avoid running to the cafeteria.

If Jiang Zhixun stopped bringing food one day, she would go get her own meals, not letting herself go hungry anyhow.

Jiang Zhixun had envisioned a scenario where Shen Qingqing might sulk and deliberately refuse to eat the food he sent.

Should he then ask Sister-in-law Wang for help to give her some mental coaching?

Fortunately, his anticipated situation did not occur.

Jiang Zhixun couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.

When the time comes, a few words of persuasion from the elders should be enough to smooth things over.

Shen Qingqing didn’t focus her thoughts on Jiang Zhixun; aside from work, she would rest at the guesthouse.

She had no friends here and nowhere to wander.

Really couldn’t find a way to pass the time.

There was no news from Lin Fengmian, and Shen Qingqing didn’t know if she had revealed anything.

Even if she had, she didn’t care.

After receiving Shi Yu’s reply, Shen Qingqing voluntarily went to the cafeteria.

Her schedule was flexible, so she went early.

When Jiang Zhixun and his group arrived, Shen Qingqing had already gotten her meal.

She found a conspicuous spot and sat waiting for Chen Shaojie.

Upon seeing them, she waved her hand proactively.

Jiang Zhixun, with keen eyesight, immediately noticed Shen Qingqing’s presence.

Seeing her wave, his cold, stern expression finally showed signs of melting.

The corner of his mouth couldn’t help but lift.

Upon realizing this, he quickly tightened his expression again, awkwardly touching the tip of his nose.

He told Chen Shaojie and the others, "I won’t sit with you guys later."

After saying this, he went to get his meal first.

Perhaps it was an illusion, but Jiang Zhixun’s steps seemed much lighter.

Even the chill he carried wasn’t as biting.

Chen Shaojie rubbed the back of his head, "Why do I feel like Miss Shen was just greeting me?"

Cheng Jingliang wasn’t sure, "Since we bumped into each other, we ought to go say hello. We wouldn’t talk nonsense, and eating together is fine."

Chen Shaojie agreed, "Let’s go get our meals first."

Miss Shen intended to introduce him to someone, so perhaps she really was greeting him just now.

By this time, Miss Shi should have given a response.

Chen Shaojie didn’t dare say these things so boldly, fearing Jiang Zhixun’s ego might be hurt.

It’s fine to eat together.

It’s better than Miss Shen staying indoors, leaving Old Jiang with no chance to interact with her.

If things remain icy, when will this couple reconcile? It could be forever!

For the sake of his comrade, Chen Shaojie was genuinely concerned.

He quietly reminded Jiang Zhixun, "If you don’t know what to say, just keep quiet later to avoid making Miss Shen angry again."

Jiang Zhixun gave him a deep look, "Am I not even allowed the freedom to talk to my wife?"

It was the first time he used "wife" to refer to Shen Qingqing.

Looking at his expression, Chen Shaojie felt a bit amused.

Teasingly, he asked, "Who was it that didn’t admit Miss Shen was his family, claiming she was just a sister from home?"

Jiang Zhixun wore a composed look, "Did I say anything wrong?"

Before marriage, he did consider Shen Qingqing as a sister.

Chen Shaojie twitched at the corners of his mouth, "As long as you’re happy."

While Shen Qingqing ate, she waited for someone.

A few minutes later, the seat next to her was occupied.

It was Jiang Zhixun.

Chen Shaojie and Cheng Jingliang sat across from them.

After a glance from Jiang Zhixun, both intuitively thought, was this guy annoyed by their presence?

Shen Qingqing ignored Jiang Zhixun, pretending he didn’t exist.

She asked Chen Shaojie, "Are you going to Beijing for a blind date during New Year’s?"

Shi Yu mentioned that if the man went to Beijing for the blind date, they could meet.

If not, then forget about it.

It wasn’t a matter of mistrust in Shen Qingqing, just that if a man wasn’t even proactive about the blind date, he likely wasn’t seriously considering a relationship with her.

So she had no need to waste time and energy.

Shi Yu wanted to leave Beijing and distance herself from her family, whom she likened to vampires.

But she wasn’t willing to go all the way to the Northwest for a blind date.

Unless the guy had special circumstances, she might compromise once.

Otherwise, she preferred men who took the initiative.

Shen Qingqing merely initiated the topic; Chen Shaojie was aware that something was brewing with the blind date.

At Lin Zhidong’s place the other day, it was only brought up inadvertently.

But since it was mentioned, he had to treat it seriously no matter what.

Couldn’t let Miss Shen be caught in a tough spot.

He nodded vigorously, "I’ll go!"

Shen Qingqing took a note from her coat pocket, "This is the address of our publishing house. When do you plan to go to Beijing? I’ll coordinate the time and place for you in advance. If anything unexpected happens, you can find Shi Yu there."

Besides the publisher’s address, she revealed no additional information.

The choice to be open with Chen Shaojie was in Shi Yu’s hands.

Similarly, she didn’t disclose Chen Shaojie’s personal information.

Whether or not things could work out depended entirely on them.

Shen Qingqing couldn’t be sure if she would suddenly fall ill, so she had to arrange matters in advance.

On New Year’s Eve, Chen Shaojie had to accompany his family for the New Year’s dinner.

Fortunately, his home was local, just a three to four-hour car ride away, so it wasn’t too much of a hassle.

After the holiday, he could make a trip to Beijing.

His family had been worried for years about his lifelong issues, so if they knew he was going to Beijing for a blind date, they’d likely be ecstatic enough to set off firecrackers!

Calculating his vacation days, Chen Shaojie said, "I’ll head to Beijing on the second day of the New Year, and I can meet Miss Shi on the fifth."

Shen Qingqing nodded, "Alright, I’ll call Shi Yu in a bit."

Chen Shaojie looked slightly conflicted, "My job is special, so I can’t just go wherever I want. If things progress, only Miss Shi can come here to join the army. Would she mind?"

His hometown was in the Northwest, and it wasn’t feasible to be in a long-distance relationship with his partner.

Unlike Old Jiang, who was originally from Beijing and had no issue with Miss Shen staying there.

Shen Qingqing didn’t spell everything out, "She knows your situation but still chose to go on a blind date, so she must have considered these issues. As for other matters, you can discuss them in person."

A blind date was just like that.

If both parties felt a connection after meeting, they could start dating.

Some who progressed quickly discussed marriage right away, which was common.

Since both Chen Shaojie and Shi Yu were straightforward, Shen Qingqing felt they’d definitely clarify things once they met.

Chen Shaojie didn’t dwell any further, "I’ll ask Miss Shi directly when the time comes."

After discussing the main topic, Chen Shaojie asked Jiang Zhixun, "How long will you be staying at home? Will we return together?"

Jiang Zhixun instinctively glanced at Shen Qingqing.

She kept her head down, focused on eating.

Her expression was calm and untroubled, seemingly indifferent to his response.

A feeling of frustration swept over him again, and Jiang Zhixun said vaguely, "Depends on the situation."

If Shen Qingqing quarreled with him, he’d definitely return early.

Otherwise, he’d stay home for a few more days, returning just in time.

Having not been home for three years, if he didn’t stay longer this time, never mind Shen Qingqing giving him trouble, the elders at home would nag non-stop.

Jiang Zhixun glanced at Shen Qingqing.

His words carried a hidden meaning, "If it gets too stifling at home, I’d return after the New Year’s Eve."