Chapter 21: Integrity Eaten by Dogs
When the doorbell rang, Xiahou Qian was browsing the web, mainly looking at the comments from listeners on Tianlai. His Weibo had just been registered and he hadn’t started promoting it yet, so his followers were only Zheng Wenxin, Wen Xiao, and a few others. There was still only that one song on Tianlai, so there weren’t many listeners. However, Xiahou Qian wasn’t in a hurry at all; he believed that with his musical talent, he would definitely become famous.
There was another major reason why Xiahou Qian wasn’t anxious: although he valued music, after the hardships of his previous life, he now felt that these things were not as important as Chi Shaochen. Of course, it wasn’t that his career wasn’t important, but if he had to choose between the two, he would choose Chi Shaochen.
After entering, Chi Shaochen reached out and rubbed Xiahou Qianâs head, saying in a gentle tone, “Let’s go, let’s eat.”
“Okay, wait for me a bit,” Xiahou Qian said before running to turn off the computer. Then he grabbed his phone, keys, and wallet, and finally changed his shoes.
After changing, Xiahou Qian remembered that Chi Shaochen had just come back from outside, so he walked over and asked, “How about we rest for a bit before going? It’s still early anyway.”
It was indeed early, a bit before 12:00. Xiahou Qian had eaten an egg and drank a cup of milk in the morning, so he wasn’t hungry yet.
Chi Shaochen noticed Xiahou Qianâs awkward concern. He simply stepped forward, embraced Xiahou Qian, and kissed his forehead. The irritability that had been haunting his heart seemed to dissipate quite a bit. He joked, “Is Baby worried about me?”
Xiahou Qianâs face instantly turned red, and even his ears weren’t spared. If asked for the reason, it was truly a bit hard to speak of. The so-called “Baby” nickname was clearly something said during “that time.” Xiahou Qian didn’t know what Chi Shaochen was thinking, but not only did he call him Baby, he also forced him to call him “Husband” and beg him during those moments… His bottom line was being lowered again and again. Now that Chi Shaochen had suddenly used this address in such an ambiguous tone, Xiahou Qian practically wanted to hide his face.
“Hehe, what is Baby thinking about again?” Xiahou Qianâs appearance undoubtedly amused Chi Shaochen, revealing his rogue nature.
Xiahou Qian knew he could never beat Chi Shaochen when it came to having no bottom line. In the past, he never would have imagined that Chi Shaochen could be so indecent! Well, even if he was only indecent toward his own boyfriend, wasn’t this too different from his usual cold and aloof persona? Or was it that deep down, he craved Chi Shaochen treating him this way?
So, even now, Xiahou Qian still felt like he was dreaming. Because it was a dream, the content was naturally shaped according to his thoughts. That is to say, he felt the current Chi Shaochen was shaped by his dreamâtreating him well, only pampering him, and only being special to him. All of this was something he had only imagined before. Therefore, he felt that this other, rogue-like side of Chi Shaochen was also due to his own subconscious preferences…
Xiahou Qianâs current psychological state actually harbored many crises, but no one noticed because no one realized he was a transmigrator. Aside from not having a father since childhood and his motherâs early death, his life this time could be described as smooth sailing. Moreover, his mother had loved him very much when she was alive, so even though he was mocked by other children for not having a father, his childhood was still quite happy.
Xiahou Qian was not only good-looking but also smartâa top student. His musical talent was rarely matched, and his love life was even more so. A man like Chi Shaochen treated him like a precious treasure, and his career was about to take off. With his own ability and Chi Shaochen protecting him from behind, it was impossible not to succeed. This could practically be called winning at life.
Was Xiahou Qian happy now? Yes.
But the fear hidden deep in his heart was also growing rapidly alongside this happiness. Happiness was like nourishment for fear; the happier he was, the more afraid he became. Even if he subconsciously ignored it, it didn’t mean it didn’t exist. His happiness was like a fragile soap bubble; he was constantly worried that this bubble would be accidentally popped. Being in this state for a long time made it hard for his mental health to remain untroubled.
Seeing Xiahou Qian still blushing and not speaking, Chi Shaochen stopped teasing him and spoke about what he had planned all along.
“After going to Qianchen, Iâll take you to meet a few friends. Theyâre all brothers I have a very good relationship with. Lu Ke will be there too.” Having been rejected several times before, Chi Shaochen was very direct this time.
Xiahou Qianâs first thought was that he didn’t want to go. But looking at Chi Shaochenâs expectant gaze and remembering that this wasn’t the first time Chi Shaochen had mentioned itâbefore he had just asked, but saying it like this today meant he couldn’t refuse. Although he didn’t want to go, he especially didn’t want to make Chi Shaochen unhappy. In the end, he nodded.
Chi Shaochen saw the red on Xiahou Qianâs face quickly fade to paleness after hearing his words, and his eyebrows subconsciously furrowed. He truly couldn’t figure out why Xiahou Qian didn’t want to meet his friends. But he didn’t follow the momentum and say “if you don’t want to go, don’t go” this time. Perhaps after Xiahou Qian met them once, he wouldn’t be resistant anymore.
Xiahou Qianâs agreement was within Chi Shaochenâs expectations, but he didn’t know that from the moment he agreed, Xiahou Qianâs heart was in suspense. Chi Shaochen also saw that he was a bit distracted and probably understood why, but he wouldn’t change his decision. He only regretted that he shouldn’t have told Xiahou Qian so early; he should have waited until the time came and just taken him there.
Xiahou Qian didn’t even remember what he specifically ate for lunch that day, let alone whether it was good. It wasn’t until he arrived at the meeting room of Qianchen and saw a group of unfamiliar future Qianchen executives that he truly came back to his senses.
It must be said that although Xiahou Qian was a bit young, he was quite intimidating when he was serious. Even standing next to Chi Shaochen, his brilliance wasn’t obscured. With an impeccable face and a height sufficient to give a sense of security, he looked very steady despite his youth. The contempt the people present felt previously dissipated significantly in an instant.
They had previously thought Xiahou Qian was just a pretty man Chi Shaochen had taken a fancy to. Everyone present knew Chi Shaochenâs identity, so they felt it was nothing for Chi Shaochen to spend money to set up a company to promote his sweetheart.
Chi Shaochen said nothing and sat directly in the seat below the head of the table. Xiahou Qian also said nothing; he walked directly to the head of the table but didn’t sit down.
He just stood there casually. Although he wasn’t wearing his usual T-shirt and jeans since he was coming to the company to meet executives, his clothes were still casual. Xiahou Qian had his hands in his pockets, his face expressionless. His indifferent gaze slowly swept across everyoneâs faces without even a frown, yet everyone felt the oppressive atmosphere and Xiahou Qianâs current unpleasant mood.
“What, you look down on me as the boss? Did you come here for Chi Shaochen? But you need to recognize one fact now: I am the boss of Qianchen. Now, the door is right there. Anyone whoâs unwilling can leave.” Xiahou Qian spoke unhurriedly, his tone only slightly fluctuating.
Then, most people subconsciously looked at Chi Shaochen. Seeing this, Chi Shaochen frowned slightly but still said nothing.
“Why are you looking at our CEO Chi? Afraid what I say doesn’t count? How about having CEO Chi state his position now?” Xiahou Qian said, looking down and glaring at Chi Shaochen beside him.
Chi Shaochen suppressed the urge to rub his nose and said, “Naturally, everything in Qianchen is decided by President Xiahou.”
Don’t look at Chi Shaochenâs serious and business-like expression now; in fact, he was currently thinking: Xiao Qian is truly too charming like this. If there weren’t so many messy people in the meeting room, I would definitely not be able to resist pinning him down. Come to think of it, I haven’t done it with Xiao Qian in a meeting room yet…
Since being with Xiahou Qian, Chi Shaochenâs sense of integrity had been slowly eaten away by himself!
In fact, everyone had only been guessing about the relationship between Xiahou Qian and Chi Shaochen before, with no actual evidence. But they were indeed people Chi Shaochen had found directly or indirectly. However, before coming, they were told it was a friend’s company. Besides that, everyone knew at the same time that this boss would also be their companyâs only artist. Everyone had their own information channels, and in the end, almost everyone inevitably misunderstood.
Fortunately, most of those present were smart people, and the few who weren’t particularly smart weren’t stupid either. Although their emotional intelligence was a bit low, how could they not understand when Xiahou Qian spoke so bluntly?
The core message of Xiahou Qianâs words was as follows: If you’re not willing to work with me, get lost. I’m the one in charge here, and even Chi Shaochen can’t control me!
Well, in a way they were right, but they didn’t recognize Xiahou Qian and Chi Shaochenâs relationship, or rather, Xiahou Qianâs position in Chi Shaochenâs heart. Consequently, their contemptuous attitude was too obvious, and they didn’t even restrain it when facing Xiahou Qian himself. It just happened to coincide with Xiahou Qian being in a bad mood today, so these executives could only suffer.
Probably no one expected Xiahou Qian to blow up on the first day. Although he didn’t burst out in curses and his tone of voice was always calm, everyone present felt the storm hidden beneath the deep sea. This kind of violence was undoubtedly higher-level than the former, and it also made them temporarily unable to see through Xiahou Qian.
“Heh~”
Just then, a highly discordant female voice rang out. Almost everyone, including Xiahou Qian, Chi Shaochen, and everyone present, shifted their gaze to that woman.
“You found her?” Xiahou Qian asked, looking at Chi Shaochen.
“Cough! No, I don’t know her. She was introduced by someone else.” Chi Shaochen did his best to distance himself. He didn’t have the slightest intention of interceding for this woman. No matter what her work ability was, since she dared not to respect Xiahou Qian, the boss, then any outcome was deserved. Not to mention Xiahou Qian, even he was very angry.
“Which department are you responsible for?” Xiahou Qian no longer looked at Chi Shaochen but at the others present.
“She is the Public Relations Manager, Zhang Yan,” a man in his 30s answered. He wore glasses, looked very shrewd, and had a very steady aura.
“Zhang Yan, is it? You can go out from here now, then take your things and leave AE. Don’t come in again in the future!” Xiahou Qian said without hesitation. He truly had no need to hesitate; if it were another department, he might have given it some thought, but this woman just had to be in charge of the Public Relations department.
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