Mistress for the Billionaire - Chapter 7

Chapter 7 The European Cuisine

Seeing Shen Mo busy with the staff in her own working area, Jiang Hao wrinkled his eyebrows. Though it was not easy for her to be familiar with all the staff, she made everything a mess. Even answering a phone call could lead to the falling of all the folders.

Finally, Jiang Hao couldn’t bear it and he stood up to joke around with her, saying, “I see that you are busier than me, the president.”

Without us, how could you be so comfortable? But she dared not speak aloud this sentence and only curved her lips and lowered her head.

“Let’s go.” Before Shen Mo could understand what was happening, Jiang Hao had already taken her to the door.

“Where are we going? I have a lot of things to clean up.”

“Are you sure you can do your tasks well in your current situation? I think you will make them a mess.”

“But . . .”

“It’s lunch time now.”

Shen Mo took a look at her computer. Yes, it was already twelve. She forgot the time with her job; this phenomenon never happened for a long time. Her stomach also rumbled in protest to her hunger. She looked up at Jiang Hao, feeling a little awkward. The latter was still cool. She obediently followed him into the elevator.

“You are not going back to eat today?” Shen Mo asked curiously. She felt the atmosphere was so down.

Usually, Jiang Hao had dinner with clients or at home. This was once a focus for the whole company. The staff thought that his wife was his true love rather than the rumors saying that their marriage was only a family business. This became a legend in the company, and though he was already married, he was still a charming person.

But Shen Mo never believed those sayings. She thought that was only outsiders guessing, so she bravely got closer to him.

And as she suspected, the rumor was a rumor. If Jiang Hao truly loved his wife, how could she get so close? So this said true love was only responsibility, or even worse, a habit.

Jiang Hao felt the difference in her question, but he didn’t answer her directly. “Why? Are you unhappy I invited you?”

She didn’t know what to say. He had exchanged more words with her recently, and he always spoke in this way, but maybe this was a good thing.

They entered a French restaurant with luxurious interior decorations in a modern style. It was the second time for them to have dinner together, so Shen Mo had some special thoughts. Maybe her future life would change; the possibility was high.

When the waiter came to them, Jiang Hao said, “The usual.” For sure, he was an old client of the restaurant.

Shen Mo had no interest in the long dish names, so she ordered a well-done steak and a fruit salad. She couldn’t tolerate the rare-cooked steaks.

When their steaks were served, Shen Mo took out her napkin and used the knife and fork properly. Her posture was so elegant that Jiang Hao was surprised and stared at her face.

Shen Mo lifted her head and smiled. “I studied etiquette after following you. I could make you lose face.” She didn't want to be the cause of embarrassment for not knowing how to dine among the rich and powerful company he kept. She knew he would be curious about her familiarity with Western foods. Anyway, her younger sister was in a hospital, and she was short of money.

Jiang Hao kept on looking into her eyes, trying to find an answer. When Shen Mo felt a little nervous, he stopped and said, “Buy an evening dress after work today.”

Were there many dresses in the villa? Shen Mo wondered this in her heart. She dared not to speak out, as Jiang Hao disliked others doubting his words.

“Didn’t you just say that you should not let me lose face? There will be a lot of banquets and balls in the coming days.”

Shen Mo remembered that what he said was true. But she didn’t guess Jiang Hao planned to take her to all of them. After careful thought, she replied in a low voice, “President, I think that I should avoid these kinds of circumstances if I can.”

“Why?” he asked. “Give me a reason.”

She was choked by a bite of steak, so she drank some juice. He waited for her with his eyebrows locked in a slight scowl.

“President, I think our relationship should not be exposed to the public.”

He laughed, and said, “I don’t care. Why are you so nervous? Just remember to be prepared.”

Watching him leave, Shen Mo was a little confused. This was the one who had been her companion for a year? His heart was like an iron wall, with no way to break in. But today, he had opened the door himself for her to enter. However, she turned out to be prudent. Should she hurry up? Or there was already a trap waiting inside?

For the ten years, though she pretended to be strong, she herself understood how weak she really was. If she had other choices, she wouldn’t have come to today’s circumstances. How she hoped she had parents or friends to get some advice or support.

In the following days, She Mo had a rather busy schedule. During the days, she was tangled up in the trivial issues. In the evenings, she accompanied Jiang Hao to all sorts of meetings and banquets. Her nerves were always in a tight status.

Jiang Hao introduced those CEOs and presidents to her at every meeting. Shen Mo didn’t understand his intentions, so she had to make an effort to cope with them.

Chapter 7 The European CuisineSeeing Shen Mo busy with the staff in her own working area, Jiang Hao wrinkled his eyebrows. Though it was not easy for her to be familiar with all the staff, she made everything a mess. Even answering a phone call could lead to the falling of all the folders.Finally, Jiang Hao couldn't bear it and he stood up to joke around with her, saying, I see that you are busier than me, the president.Without us, how could you be so comfortable?But she dared not speak aloud this sentence and only curved her lips and lowered her head.Let's go. Before Shen Mo could understand what was happening, Jiang Hao had already taken her to the door.Where are we going? I have a lot of things to clean up.Are you sure you can do your tasks well in your current situation? I think you will make them a mess.But . . .It's lunch time now.Shen Mo took a look at her computer. Yes, it was already twelve. She forgot the time with her job; this phenomenon never happened for a long time. Her stomach also rumbled in protest to her hunger. She looked up at Jiang Hao, feeling a little awkward. The latter was still cool. She obediently followed him into the elevator.You are not going back to eat today? Shen Mo asked curiously. She felt the atmosphere was so down.Usually, Jiang Hao had dinner with clients or at home. This was once a focus for the whole company. The staff thought that his wife was his true love rather than the rumors saying that their marriage was only a family business. This became a legend in the company, and though he was already married, he was still a charming person.But Shen Mo never believed those sayings. She thought that was only outsiders guessing, so she bravely got closer to him.And as she suspected, the rumor was a rumor. If Jiang Hao truly loved his wife, how could she get so close? So this said true love was only responsibility, or even worse, a habit.Jiang Hao felt the difference in her question, but he didn't answer her directly. Why? Are you unhappy I invited you?She didn't know what to say. He had exchanged more words with her recently, and he always spoke in this way, but maybe this was a good thing.They entered a French restaurant with luxurious interior decorations in a modern style. It was the second time for them to have dinner together, so Shen Mo had some special thoughts. Maybe her future life would change; the possibility was high.When the waiter came to them, Jiang Hao said, The usual. For sure, he was an old client of the restaurant.Shen Mo had no interest in the long dish names, so she ordered a well-done steak and a fruit salad. She couldn't tolerate the rare-cooked steaks.When their steaks were served, Shen Mo took out her napkin and used the knife and fork properly. Her posture was so elegant that Jiang Hao was surprised and stared at her face.Shen Mo lifted her head and smiled. I studied etiquette after following you. I could make you lose face. She didn't want to be the cause of embarrassment for not knowing how to dine among the rich and powerful company he kept. She knew he would be curious about her familiarity with Western foods. Anyway, her younger sister was in a hospital, and she was short of money.Jiang Hao kept on looking into her eyes, trying to find an answer. When Shen Mo felt a little nervous, he stopped and said, Buy an evening dress after work today.Were there many dresses in the villa? Shen Mo wondered this in her heart. She dared not to speak out, as Jiang Hao disliked others doubting his words.Didn't you just say that you should not let me lose face? There will be a lot of banquets and balls in the coming days.Shen Mo remembered that what he said was true. But she didn't guess Jiang Hao planned to take her to all of them. After careful thought, she replied in a low voice, President, I think that I should avoid these kinds of circumstances if I can.Why? he asked. Give me a reason.She was choked by a bite of steak, so she drank some juice. He waited for her with his eyebrows locked in a slight scowl.President, I think our relationship should not be exposed to the public.He laughed, and said, I don't care. Why are you so nervous? Just remember to be prepared.Watching him leave, Shen Mo was a little confused. This was the one who had been her companion for a year? His heart was like an iron wall, with no way to break in. But today, he had opened the door himself for her to enter. However, she turned out to be prudent. Should she hurry up? Or there was already a trap waiting inside?For the ten years, though she pretended to be strong, she herself understood how weak she really was. If she had other choices, she wouldn't have come to today's circumstances. How she hoped she had parents or friends to get some advice or support.In the following days, She Mo had a rather busy schedule. During the days, she was tangled up in the trivial issues. In the evenings, she accompanied Jiang Hao to all sorts of meetings and banquets. Her nerves were always in a tight status.Jiang Hao introduced those CEOs and presidents to her at every meeting. Shen Mo didn't understand his intentions, so she had to make an effort to cope with them.