Chapter 1210: Chapter 1210: President Shen, Long Time No See

After such a long time without seeing each other, someone still had quite the temper.

It seemed there was no progress, and he had no idea what attitude he held towards Xu Chaomu.

Looking out at the continuous mountain range from the balcony, he took another sip of his hot coffee. The sunlight filtered through delicately, a gentle breeze arose, carrying the scent of the green grass with it.

He immediately made a call to his assistant and arranged his California itinerary.

After his trip to the United States was over, he could return home, where he missed certain people and places.

Thinking of this, he slightly squinted his eyes and looked into the distance.

…

His trip to the United States was scheduled for five days later. Xiao Mo, following the habits of a secretary, arrived before Shen Chi and had arranged all the local affairs.

When Shen Chi arrived, he was met with a familiar feeling.

Indeed, when it came to getting things done, Xiao Mo still suited his preferences the best.

Xiao Mo had been waiting for Shen Chi in the hotel restaurant, and upon Shen Chi’s arrival, they could dine together.

Xiao Mo remembered Shen Chi’s dining preferences and had specially ordered a few dishes in advance, sipping red wine while he waited.

The crystal lights in the restaurant shone bright and clear, casting a lustrous, jewel-like color. There weren’t many people in the restaurant, and Xiao Mo had chosen a discreet spot.

There was someone playing the violin in the restaurant; as the second piece came to an end, Shen Chi just arrived.

“Vice President Xiao, it’s been a while.” Shen Chi took off his suit jacket, the corners of his lips slightly lifted, his eyes distant and profound.

Xiao Mo also smiled lightly, “President Shen, long time no see.”

Xiao Mo narrowed his eyes; indeed, it had been a while. The man before him was still the same, a powerful presence, a young and handsome face just as appealing as ever.

Shen Chi loosened his tie and sat across from Xiao Mo.

Having been in South Africa for so long, he hadn’t tanned but seemed even more composed.

“President Shen, thank you for your guidance all this time. I had a very pleasant time in South Africa. Also, thank you for promoting me to vice president. I’d like to toast to you first,” said Xiao Mo, lifting his glass.

Shen Chi chuckled; these polite words were said quite smoothly.

To outsiders, their relationship seemed exceedingly harmonious.

“Vice President Xiao, still so formal with me?” Shen Chi raised an eyebrow.

“You’re the CEO with all the decisive power. As a subordinate, it’s only proper.”

“From the tone of your voice, you seem quite dissatisfied.”

“I wouldn’t dare. I am just stating the facts.”

Shen Chi snorted, “Where’s the person who was bargaining with me over the phone the other day?”

“President Shen, that was called negotiating.”

The two of them engaged in a battle of words, neither willing to give ground, their words sharp with edge.

To onlookers, both their faces bore smiles, as they raised their glasses to toast each other. But only upon closer inspection would one detect the thick smell of gunpowder between them!

“It’s been such a long time since we’ve seen each other, and you’ve certainly improved your ability to talk nonsense,” Shen Chi said, with a mix of sarcasm and jest.

“I learned from the best.”

“Believe it or not, I can have someone kick you out of the hotel right now.”

“I don’t believe you.”

“…” Shen Chi’s lips twitched.

“President Shen, I’ve prepared the plan. There are a few ports in California, very hidden, suitable for making deals. Do you want to take a look?” Xiao Mo lifted the documents he held.

“Hand it over.”

Xiao Mo smiled, said nothing more, and passed the documents to Shen Chi.

Shen Chi started reading the documents intently, while Xiao Mo sat and drank his wine.

The two of them only talked business, no personal issues. Regardless of their relationship in private life, they were always exceptionally in sync when it came to work.

Shen Chi only felt an unprecedented ease when discussing work with Xiao Mo.

Xiao Mo deeply understood his mindset and would always plan ahead for what Shen Chi wanted and intended to do, not letting him worry a bit.

Despite his verbal disapproval, Shen Chi actually held a deep appreciation for this secretary in his heart.

It was only when Xiao Mo handled tasks that they met Shen Chi’s expectations completely.

“I have already dispatched people to stake out at the most likely spots, just waiting for Vice President Shen’s appearance,” Xiao Mo said.

“Do you think he’ll show up?”

“He’s in California; as for whether he will come or not, we can only wait and see.”

“Uh-huh.” Shen Chi continued flipping through the documents.

“President Shen, don’t you plan to take action this time?” Xiao Mo asked.

“His business chain isn’t limited to just drugs; it’s too early to make a move right now.”

“But if this one is handled firmly, it would be enough to be fatal,” Xiao Mo said calmly.

“What if we get bitten back, and all this stuff turns out to be Shen Group’s? What then?” Shen Chi shot Xiao Mo a cold glance.

Xiao Mo fell into thought. Indeed, Shen Shihan was still the vice president of Shen Group. If the drug issue broke out, Shen Group couldn’t disassociate themselves!

Moreover, Shen Shihan was incredibly smart, as his handling of the previous arms incident had proven.

Shen Shihan could completely shed his skin, leaving Shen Group to shoulder all the blame!

Shen Chi’s considerations were indeed comprehensive; they couldn’t afford to spook the snake, only able to gather all the evidence.

“Stake out all ports in the next few days; collect all the visual material we can. When these goods reach the country, intercept them for me,” Shen Chi said with a calm confidence.

“Will you go personally?”

“For this one, I will personally go!”

Shen Chi unfolded a map from within the documents, his finger landing on a port marked on it.

“Understood.” Xiao Mo nodded.

The two continued their conversation in the restaurant for a long time. Whenever they talked about work, both men were exceedingly earnest.

It was getting dark; the hotel outside was brilliantly lit. The window offered a view of a long river cutting through the city, its surface shimmering with glinting wavelets.

The restaurant emitted a natural fruity aroma, pleasant to the senses, and the music ebbed and flowed like a gentle stream.

Xu Chaomu, far away in Jin City, knew that Shen Chi hadn’t come for a while; he was in the United States.

But she was unaware that Shen Chi had already met with Xiao Mo.

Thus, in the evening back home, Xu Chaomu made a call to Xiao Mo.

“Hello, Xiao Mo, have you had lunch?” Xu Chaomu asked.

At that moment, Xiao Mo was discussing matters with Shen Chi. Even though it was very late in California, the two were still diligently working.

“Ahem.” Xiao Mo coughed slightly, “I’m in the United States.”

“Hm? You went for work?” Xu Chaomu was slow to realize.

As Xu Chaomu spoke, Shen Chi, who was next to her, recognized her voice instantly, and his face immediately soured.

He came here, and she hadn’t called him once, but she called Xiao Mo instead?

“Sort of,” Xiao Mo no longer kept it from her, “I’m here with President Shen to handle some things.”

Xu Chaomu fell silent all of a sudden, with… Shen Chi?

Her face momentarily turned from pale to flushed with embarrassment.

“Then I’ll hang up first, won’t bother you anymore,” Xu Chaomu said, preparing to end the call.

Before Xiao Mo could respond, Shen Chi snatched his phone.

“Xu Chaomu, can you still recognize my voice?” Shen Chi lowered his tone, his face dark and gloomy.

“I… I’m sorry, I’ve disturbed your work,” Xu Chaomu hurriedly apologized and hung up the phone.