Pei Shi was thinking in circles. Bai Tao, the instigator, did not realize that there was anything wrong with "avoiding suspicion" in this way. She felt that the boundary between herself and Pei Shi in the company was becoming clearer and clearer.
"Are you going to Lao Zheng's birthday party tonight?" That afternoon, Sun Jing came over to ask Bai Tao, and she deliberately added, "Mr. Pei is not going."
Oh, are you here to test me? If Pei Shi doesn't go, isn't this a good opportunity for me to avoid suspicion
Bai Tao immediately said: "If President Pei doesn't go, then I will!"
But Bai Tao didn't expect that Pei Shi would rush over halfway through the dinner. As expected, as soon as Pei Shi entered the box, Sun Jing's murderous gaze shot towards Bai Tao like a flying knife.
When Bai Tao saw Pei Shi, although she was a little surprised, her mood suddenly improved.
This man is really something. He really can't be separated from me for a moment. Even if it was just an ordinary employee's birthday party, he was so busy with meetings and negotiations, but he still rushed over after it was over.
Ah, love is just like this, it has enveloped you, surrounded you and nourished you without you realizing it.
"Come on, President Pei, add a seat, add a seat!" Old Zheng was naturally very happy to see Pei Shi coming to participate. He immediately asked the waiter to add a seat for him, so that he sat between himself and a vice president of the company named Xia. Bai Tao was sitting on the other side of Vice President Xia, and Pei Shi was right between him and Vice President Xia.
When Pei Shi joined, the banquet was already halfway through. Many people present had drunk some wine, and it was Lao Zheng's birthday, so everyone was in high spirits. The atmosphere at the table did not change because of Pei Shi's joining, and it was still lively and natural.
Relying on the fact that she was not noticeable because of the crowd, Bai Tao sat next to Vice President Xia and secretly looked at Pei Shi.
The more I look at this man, the more I like him. Even if he is just sitting there without saying anything, his aura is still so strong. Perhaps people with his appearance are naturally favored. Even the lighting in the restaurant treats him better. The light and shadow on his face are almost perfect, making Pei Shi look like he has walked out of a painting.
Bai Tao also drank a little wine, and now she felt a little tipsy when she looked at Pei Shi's face. She was dizzy and looked at Pei Shi with her chin in her hand, feeling very satisfied. Look, a man like Pei Shi still loves her so much! This shows how strong her charm is!
Bai Tao couldn't help but recall the details of how Pei Shi doted on her in those news reports. Thinking of this, Bai Tao felt that she should indeed give Pei Shi more love in return. Under the dual stimulation of alcohol and wild thoughts, Bai Tao forgot where she was for a moment, and it seemed as if she couldn't hear the noisy sounds of others around her. She vaguely thought that this was just her and Pei Shi in their own world at home, and for a moment, it seemed that Pei Shi was the only one left in her bewildered eyes.
At this moment, Pei Shi's favorite braised beef was on the turntable. Bai Tao picked up the braised beef with the serving chopsticks without thinking and put it into Pei Shi's bowl, wanting to give this love-obsessed man some loving care...
Just as he stood up, two glares from Sun Jing on the opposite side immediately woke Bai Tao up.
Wake up! This is a dinner party outside! Not at home!
All the efforts I have made to avoid suspicion and save my reputation are going to be wasted at this dinner
Bai Tao absolutely does not allow it!
but…
It seemed that Sun Jing had been waiting for her for a long time. From the moment she picked up the braised beef and stood up towards Pei Shi, this woman had been staring at Bai Tao. If she rashly turned around and retracted her previous action at this moment, Sun Jing would definitely think that she was trying to cover up her mistake.
what to do
At the critical moment, Bai Tao thought quickly. She did not turn around and sit down, which would have been too deliberate and suspicious. She just turned in the direction she was heading towards Pei Shi and put the braised beef with the serving chopsticks into Vice President Xia's bowl.
"Mr. Xia! Please eat! This meat is delicious!"
Vice President Xia showed a look of surprise on his face, and Sun Jing's murderous gaze also paused. She stared at Bai Tao with a look of confusion and bewilderment on her face.
Bai Tao said proudly in her heart, it’s worthy of me!
This is exactly the effect I want! Does Sun Jing think Pei Shi will pick up food for her? ! Hahaha! I won’t!
But Bai Tao was happy for a short time before she found that although Sun Jing's murderous gaze was gone, it seemed that another gaze had replaced Sun Jing, and it kept looking at her with a bit of murderous intent...
But every time Bai Tao followed her gaze, the other person had already looked away alertly.
This seems to be coming from Pei Shi's direction? Could it be Pei Shi
But when Bai Tao looked at Pei Shi, Pei Shi was staring at Lao Zheng, as if he was listening carefully to what Lao Zheng was saying, nodding his head occasionally to show his agreement. There was no special expression on his face, except that the corners of his lips were a little flat. Overall, he looked very natural and normal...
I must have felt it wrong, this doesn't look like Pei Shi at all...
Bai Tao thought about it guiltily. When she stood up to pick up some food for Vice President Xia, Pei Shi was talking enthusiastically about a new project with Lao Zheng beside him. His eyes were not looking at her and Vice President Xia at all. He probably didn't see clearly how she picked up the food quickly and accurately.
At the subsequent dinner, Pei Shi indeed did not behave abnormally, so in the end, Bai Tao quickly forgot about the episode of picking up food and immersed herself in the lively and relaxed atmosphere of the dinner party. Listening to everyone discussing the future of big data and looking at the hope and enthusiasm on every employee's face, Bai Tao could not help but be infected, and inspiration for the subsequent workplace plot in her comics began to emerge in her mind.
It turns out that the workplace can be free of intrigue and can also be so passionate and cohesive!
The dinner came to an end at 8:30, and everyone started to choose carpool partners based on how far they lived. Bai Tao was about to sneak away to get a taxi when Vice President Xia called her.
"Fiona, I remember you seem to live in the same direction as me going home?"
Bai Tao was stunned for a moment before she remembered that she had once filled in a random home address.
Vice President Xia is a very kind middle-aged man. He smiled and said, "If you want to go back, I can give you a ride..."
Before he could finish the word "you", he was interrupted by Pei Shi's cold voice: "No need, I'll take her there."
Vice President Xia was stunned for a moment, then looked at Pei Shi and said, "That's not right. You and she live in different places, so it's not convenient for you." Vice President Xia was a good man, and he immediately smiled and persuaded Pei Shi, "It's okay, don't take a detour, hurry back to accompany your wife. You young people are so sweet together, unlike us middle-aged and elderly people, who are just annoying each other. My wife doesn't want to see me go home so early!"
Even though Mr. Xia said so, Pei Shi did not give up. He pursed his lips and looked at Bai Tao: "Oh, I just happen to be going to the west of the city today, so it's still on the way. Mr. Xia, you have been working overtime for the past few days, go back and rest early tonight."
The other colleagues were busy carpooling and didn't pay attention to Bai Tao's movements. But as Bai Tao expected, Sun Jing's little eyes were staring at her like a searchlight...
If I agree to take Pei Shi's car at this time, wouldn't all my efforts be in vain
When faced with a dilemma, the smartest way is to choose neither!
Under Sun Jing's gaze, Bai Tao righteously rejected President Xia and Pei Shi: "President Xia and President Pei, you should go home to accompany your wives! Just let me take a taxi home alone!"
President Xia smiled gently and did not insist. He just joked to Pei Shi, "Then you have to reimburse the taxi fare for them." Then he waved to Bai Tao, "Then take care on your way home. I'll be leaving first."
After Bai Tao rejected Pei Shi, Sun Jing's gaze towards her softened. Bai Tao was about to give Pei Shi a hint with her eyes when Sun Jing let down his guard, but Pei Shi looked at Bai Tao calmly and said, "In that case, take a taxi by yourself."
After saying that, the man didn't even bother to look at Bai Tao's expression, he just turned around and walked away...
As soon as Pei Shi left, Sun Jing was completely relaxed. She looked in a good mood. She waved to Bai Tao and left.
In a moment, some people left and some took the bus. When Bai Tao came to her senses, there was no one left in the room except herself.
It was not easy to get a taxi at the place where the dinner was held at night, so Bai Tao called Pei Shi almost immediately: "Pei Shi! They have all left! Come and pick me up!"
Pei Shi answered the phone quickly, but his voice was a little cold: "Aren't you going to take a taxi home instead of taking my car?"
Angry, angry, this man is really angry.
Bai Tao softened her tone: "Honey, where is your car parked in the garage? I can come find you. There were a lot of people around just now, so I just wanted to avoid suspicion."
"I've already driven away. It's not safe to answer the phone while driving. I'm hanging up."
"Hello? Husband? Hello? Pei Shi?! Pei Shi?!"
Bai Tao stared at the phone in amazement. She was completely shocked. Pei Shi had actually hung up the phone! Hang up!
Bai Tao was so angry that she tried to use several taxi apps to hail a taxi, but as expected, there was no car nearby. She was just thinking about giving back to Pei Shiai! No more! I won't give it to you again! Rubbish!
It was already a little chilly that evening, and Bai Tao's bare legs felt a little cold under her skirt. She shivered and wrapped herself tighter.
At this moment, Bai Tao suddenly realized that marriage is really useless. This is what men are like! She just rejected the offer to ride in his car, but this man took it too far! Look at the man's ugly face!
"Damn trash Pei Shi! I'm so mad at you..."
Just as Bai Tao was shaking her legs and planning to continue to insult him by his real name, Pei Shi's car stopped in front of Bai Tao. The man's car window was not closed, and he looked at Bai Tao expressionlessly: "You rubbish, I'm here to take you home."