Chapter 1016: Did she really not follow?

"Gao Zhan, you don't have to feel sorry because you gave me too little company."

Shen Ci said in a soft tone: "My emotional value and spiritual support have never been filled solely by a romantic relationship. I have many ways to make myself fulfilled and happy, so in our relationship, I accept whatever you can bring me—I never thought about putting pressure on you in this regard. I know you have already done your best and achieved the best within your capabilities."

Hearing this, Gao Zhan couldn't help but pull a self-deprecating smile at the corners of his lips, his tone carrying a bit of loneliness: "Then this 'best' of mine is really too far, too far away."

Even he himself clearly realized how scarce the company he gave Shen Ci was, let alone the sensitive Shen Ci, how could she not feel it?

"Then Aci, you don't have to feel sorry for me, and don't feel that you hurt me." Gao Zhan straightened his expression and said seriously: "Because I don't feel that I was hurt."

"Of course, at the moment the matter happened, I was definitely reluctant. Wanting to hold onto you was my subconscious reaction, and feeling sad in my heart was because I still liked you. This is all my own emotional feedback."

He paused, a trace of relief rising in his eyes: "But I thought about it later, if a relationship is destined to end, then what's wrong with ending it while I still like you?"

"At least during this time, we sincerely and happily walked a path with each other, and that's enough."

After saying this last sentence, the two looked at each other and laughed suddenly.

On the way back, Gao Zhan couldn't help but turn his head to look at Shen Ci, his tone carrying a bit of instruction: "Although we have separated, no matter what happens in the future, if you need help, you must tell me, don't be polite with me."

"Alright." Shen Ci nodded with a smile.

At the door of the house, the old lady was seeing Shen Tao off. Taking advantage of no one being around, the old lady quietly took out a bank card from her pocket and stuffed it into Shen Tao's hand quickly.

"The password is 【redacted】, Grandma saved it especially for you, take it."

Shen Tao was startled and hurriedly pushed the bank card back: "Grandma, I don't want it, you keep it for yourself to spend. I have enough money, really."

"Take it, take it." The old lady insisted on giving it and explained: "I saved it especially before I came, didn't leave it on the phone, otherwise your dad would see it and transfer it all to him."

"I heard from your Aunt Sun that your mom was laid off too. Your dad has no ability, it's really hard on my grandson. Grandma has money, you keep it secretly and spend it sparingly. Don't tell your Big Treasure brother, only you have it."

Hearing the old lady say this, Shen Tao felt a sour nose from being moved. After all, he grew up by the old lady's side, so the affection went without saying: "Thank you, Grandma."

The old lady was also full of reluctance, touched Taotao's face, and said with red eyes: "It's okay, wait until next year when your dad goes to work at your sister's cemetery, he will be able to earn money. By then, you won't have to worry about school."

Taotao nodded.

The old lady instructed carefully again: "You must study hard, and be as promising and capable as your Sister Aci in the future, you know?"

"I know, Grandma." Shen Tao nodded again, "You go back, I'm leaving."

"Eh, alright." The old lady patted his shoulder lightly and waved her hand, "Go, go, walk slowly on the road, pay attention to safety."

She stood in place, watching Shen Tao's figure gradually disappear into the night, before slowly withdrawing her gaze.

As a result, when she turned her head, she saw Shen Ci and Gao Zhan standing behind her, scaring her into taking a step back abruptly.

"Oh my." The old lady was startled and held her chest: "You child, you scared Grandma."

Shen Ci curled her lips and smiled, then introduced Gao Zhan: "This is my Grandma."

"Hello, Grandma." Gao Zhan nodded lightly and called out politely.

The old lady looked at Gao Zhan, who had a decent appearance, and a smile piled up on her face instantly: "Hello, young man, have you eaten? Come into the house and eat something?"

"I've eaten, Grandma. It's getting late, I won't go in and disturb you."

Shen Ci also said: "He has to go back, he has to work early tomorrow morning."

The old lady nodded and didn't force him to stay, watching Gao Zhan say goodbye to them, and then walk away silently.

Only then could the old lady not help but pull Shen Ci and ask curiously: "Aci, what does this young man do? He looks quite good, good appearance, and polite."

"He's a doctor."

"Oh my, a doctor is good!" The old lady's eyes lit up: "Being a doctor in a Longcheng hospital is amazing. Doctors are good."

Shen Ci looked at the old lady's excitement and didn't pour cold water on her, helping her into the house.

Two days later, Shen Ci and Manager Wang Can went to the "General Administration of Sport of China" to submit the second-round bid for the project.

After the first round of elimination and screening, there were significantly fewer people this time.

As soon as they got out of the car, they ran into Li Xiao, accompanied by Manager Wang and Qiu Keying.

Li Xiao also saw Shen Ci, his expression sinking significantly.

Shen Ci pursed her lips and smiled secretly, thinking that Li Wanchang, this old thing, was probably angered by her quite a bit, not even coming personally for such an important thing as submitting a bid.

With business first, Shen Ci didn't pay attention to Li Xiao, but walked into the main gate with Wang Can first.

"Why is she here?"

Qiu Keying didn't know the truth. Seeing Shen Ci, she only felt shocked.

Li Xiao held Qiu Keying's hand and said in a low voice: "Don't worry about her, let's go."

Qiu Keying was full of doubts. How could she run into this Shen Ci every time? Was she really not following Li Xiao?

Walking into the lobby, some people who had already finished submitting were gathered together chatting.

This submission of the bid seemed like a small matter, but almost all the people who came were high-level executives with status in the group, and most of them were bosses who came personally.

Because they had to show a serious attitude, in such a fiercely competitive project, every detail was crucial.

"Boss Huo, long heard of your name. This is my business card, let's have a chance to cooperate."

"Boss Huo, this is mine. Our group is also developing overseas projects recently. If there's a chance, I must ask you for more advice."

"Boss Huo, my surname is Liu, this is my business card..."

Among the crowd, the most eye-catching was Huo Tiancheng. Many people didn't recognize him during the first round of bidding until the name "Tiancheng Group" appeared on the second-round list, which attracted the attention of these people.

Originally, his business did not expand into the mainland, but this bidding couldn't help but make others guess, wondering if this was a signal that "Tiancheng Group" was about to step into the mainland, so they all seized the first opportunity to step forward and show favor.

And this situation of being the center of attention lasted until Shen Ci walked into the lobby. ===== CHAPTER 1017 =====