Huayu: Rising from Tencent

After finishing the watermelon, it was just time for lunch.

Naza had booked a hot pot restaurant well in advance, a place she always made sure to visit during filming.

She still needed to remove her makeup and change clothes, so Shen Ci took advantage of this break to get out of the car and chat with Cha Chuanyi for a few minutes.

Cha Chuanyi took him around the film set, explaining some of the things happening on set to Shen Ci as they walked.

In the film crew, some people who didn't know Shen Ci's background were extremely curious when they saw him chatting happily with Cha Chuanyi.

Those who knew Shen Ci's identity explained to others that Shen Ci's identity was not a secret.

Upon hearing this explanation, those who had just learned Shen Ci's identity immediately showed expressions of envy.

Especially when Naza changed her clothes and eagerly approached Shen Ci with a gentle expression, it was truly enviable.

After greeting Cha Chuanyi, Naza took Shen Ci into his van and drove towards the hot pot restaurant.

The car drove for about ten minutes before arriving at its destination.

Naza took two masks out of her bag, put one on herself, and handed the other to Shen Ci.

"It's better to wear a mask, otherwise someone might ask you for an autograph later."

"I'm not a celebrity."

"Our General Manager Shen is so handsome, none of those celebrities can compare."

Naza offered a timely, subtle compliment, attempting to cheer Shen Ci up.

Shen Ci felt good after hearing this, but he still shook his head and didn't accept the mask.

The two entered the hot pot restaurant and went to a private room.

Naza skillfully ordered a hot pot with two broths, and looking at the menu, he enthusiastically ordered one of each dish.

After ordering, she looked up at Shen Ci with bright eyes and asked, "Would you like anything else?"

Shen Ci waved his hand and said, "That's enough. Two people can't eat that much. We should save food."

"Hehe, Mr. Shen is such a nice guy!" Naza immediately offered a comment full of emotional value.

Shen Ci said, "Did you eat honey today?"

Naza shook his head and said, "No, Mr. Shen, would you like to take a look?"

"Okay!" Shen Ci leaned closer, slowly moving his face towards Naza, a hint of mockery in his eyes.

Naza looked closely at Shen Ci's face and felt a pang of envy. His skin was so good; she wondered how he maintained it.

Shen Ci's visit this time is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for her.

She had long ago made up her mind to take the initiative and try to win over Shen Ci in one fell swoop.

During the two months or so I was on set, I didn't have many opportunities to see Shen Ci.

What if some woman manages to seduce Shen Ci during this time...

Thinking of this, Naza felt a tightness in her heart; she might really break down!

"Mr. Shen, do I look good?"

Naza narrowed her eyes, her tone carrying a hint of seduction, and her warm breath gently brushed against Shen Ci's face as she spoke.

Shen Ci looked at her, nodded without hesitation, and said sincerely, "Beautiful."

Just as Naza was about to speak her mind, there was a sudden knock on the door of the private room, and a waiter pushed in a food cart to deliver the dishes.

This sudden interruption left Naza feeling utterly helpless.

Shen Ci quickly moved his face away from her and returned to his normal sitting posture.

"Let's eat first, we haven't eaten all morning."

As Shen Ci spoke, he picked up his chopsticks, put the slices of meat into the pot, and turned to Na Zha.

"Okay," Naza responded, then added, "Shall we go for a walk after we finish eating?"

"Okay, you brought an umbrella, right?" Shen Ci asked.

Naza gave him a playful, reproachful look and said, "I've brought it, I'll hold the umbrella for our CEO Shen, okay?"

"Okay!" Shen Ci smiled and readily agreed.

Naza snorted, picked up a piece of cooked meat, put it in Shen Ci's bowl, and said with a smile, "President Shen, please eat first."

She thought to herself, "With Shen Ci's gentlemanly manners, he'll definitely take the umbrella when we go shopping later!"

However, Shen Ci is no ordinary man.

After their meal, the two strolled through the streets.

Naza took an umbrella out of her bag, opened it gracefully, and held it over Shen Ci's head, pretending to hold it for him.

As a result, they managed to hold on for more than ten minutes...

Shen Ci seemed oblivious to Naza's "hint" and didn't say "Let me do it" at all.

Naza's arms were getting increasingly sore, and more and more sweat was pouring down his arms, making him feel extremely frustrated.

That little brat is so naughty!!!

"I want milk tea!!"

Seeing a milk tea shop next door, Naza threw a tantrum and stood still.

Shen Ci stopped, turned around to look at her, a slight smile on his lips, and said, "You drink it."

After saying that, he naturally took the umbrella and held it up for him.

Naza was certain that the little brat was deliberately teasing her, and she felt both annoyed and amused.

Shen Ci doesn't drink milk tea much; he's never been particularly interested in sweet things.

After confirming several times, and seeing that Shen Cizhen wasn't going to drink it, Naza ordered a classic bubble tea for himself.

Once the milk tea was in hand, Naza stuck the straw in, pulled the mask down to his chin, and eagerly began to drink.

"It tastes so good."

Naza's eyes lit up. Taking a sip of iced milk tea on this hot day was incredibly refreshing!

"If you like it, drink more." Shen Ci said, thoughtfully covering most of the umbrella over that side.

There are many paparazzi in Hengdian. If Naza takes off his mask on the street and is encountered by passersby, he will definitely be recognized.

He doesn't want to be in the news if he doesn't cover himself up a bit.

Naza didn't know what Shen Ci was thinking, but seeing him give her most of the umbrella, a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

"Here, take a sip and see, it tastes great!" Naza held up her milk tea cup, gesturing for Shen Ci to drink it with expectant eyes.

Shen Ci looked at the lipstick stains left on the straw, then at the expectant look in that person's eyes, and took a sip.

"How is it?" Naza asked curiously.

Shen Ci frowned slightly and said, "It's very sweet."

"Sweet is just right~" Naza playfully stuck out his tongue and continued drinking through the straw.

Suddenly, she felt her left hand being held by a warm, large hand.

Naza turned his head and looked down; it was Shen Ci's hand.

Shen Ci kept his gaze fixed ahead, pretending nothing had happened.

Naza was overjoyed; his proactive approach had finally paid off.

Even a young man can't resist the allure of his own beauty!

She sipped her milk tea and, mimicking Shen Ci, looked into the distance, only this time she held Shen Ci's hand tightly in return.

Not satisfied with that, Naza spread his five fingers wide and inserted them between Shen Ci's fingers, holding them tightly.

Shen Ci thought that this woman was too good at manipulating people's hearts.

On a sweltering day, the body, both inside and out, feels stifled and unbearably hot.

At this moment, Naza's actions stirred up a different kind of emotion in him.

"What kind of hotel is yours? Did the film crew arrange one?" Shen Ci asked.

Naza didn't say anything, but held Shen Ci's hand and shook it.

Seeing this, Shen Ci squeezed her hand tightly.

"Want to get checked out?" Naza asked, his eyes narrowed and his voice trailing off.

"Sure, it'll be perfect for enjoying the air conditioning," Shen Ci said.

Naza nodded and said, "Yes, let's enjoy the air conditioning."