Liu Jinfei thought that he would get bored following the two women around the popular shopping mall. Instead, what he noticed were a few people glancing their way, especially at Shen Lingqing. He supposed it was because of her beautiful face and royal aura. Not many would be able to ignore her presence, anyway.

He was oblivious that he was also garnering some attention from the women around them.

Do you think hes a newbie actor? How come weve never seen him before here? One of the women asked as she nudged her friend to check out Liu Jinfei. They were frequent shoppers of this shopping mall and had a handful of encounters with popular actors and actresses during their visits.

He must be a young master from a wealthy family. You know, the kind who would rather study abroad and only come back to join their family business, her companion replied.

Then, thats too bad. If hes an actor, we could have asked for his autograph. The first woman sighed and decided to turn her attention to Shen Lingqing. Even that young woman whos accompanying him is such a looker.

They dont look like they are blood-related to each other. She must be his girlfriend, bringing her grandmother to shop with them.

Liu Jinfei continued to ignore the people who looked at them with curiosity. Not that he was paying attention to anyone at the moment, except for Shen Lingqing who was busy conversing with her grandmother.

Liu Jinfei didnt have a grandmother and only had a grandfather when he was younger, so he didnt quite understand why Chairman Zhang was acting like this towards her granddaughter.

Anyway, it had been a long time since he looked around the capital, and he was impressed by how fast the lifestyle of the citizens changed over the years.

Jinfei, if something caught your eye, tell me, alright? He was suddenly pulled out of his thoughts when he heard Chairman Zhang speak.

Oh, no. Its okay, Chairman Zhang. Im just looking around. I dont need to buy anything, he politely declined the older womans offer.

If the Liu family heard that he was receiving favors and gifts from Chairman Zhang, they might misunderstand his relations.h.i.+p with Shen Lingqing and the Shen family. How could he allow them to trouble Shen Lingqings family?

Zhang Jingwei smiled as if she was aware of what Liu Jinfei was thinking about. However, how could she miss the way he looked at his granddaughter as if Shen Lingqing was the only one that mattered in his eyes? He might not even be aware that he had already been smitten with Shen Lingqing all this time.

Her granddaughter wasnt faring better. Had Shen Lingqing failed to notice that she was tolerating the company of a man that wasnt blood-related to her for the first time? She, who had kept her distance from anyone that wasnt her family, was now willing to accept Liu Jinfeis company without showing disgust towards him.

Anyway, it didnt matter if Shen Lingqing liked Liu Jinfei or not. It was enough for Zhang Jingwei to see her granddaughter finally opening up to someone that wasnt part of their family. It was time for Shen Lingqing to prioritize herself and not to worry about other people.

How long do you plan to stay at Savory Alley? I heard from your mother that you have barely come home since you have taken over the restaurants management, Zhang Jingwei asked her granddaughter.

Im not sure Shen Lingqing didnt want to make a promise that she couldnt fulfill. As much as she wanted to see her parents every day, she knew that time was important to her at the moment.

I decided to stay at Savory Alley since it would save me a lot of time avoiding the rush hour, she added.

Zhang Jingwei only nodded in understanding. This was one of the traits Shen Lingqing inherited from her father. She would set her own goals and limitations for herself, forcing her to be more productive than others.

Then, you better make sure you dont neglect your health, Qingqing. I dont want to hear from your parents that you have fallen sick because of work.

Mama, you worry too much. Qiao Lian is with me, and I a.s.sure you she always nags me whenever I lose track of time.

Chairman Zhang laughed at that, while Liu Jinfei smiled a little. Hed rarely seen Shen Lingqing work overtime, and if she did, Qiao Lian would always be with her.

Is what Qingqing said true, Jinfei? The old woman asked him. Liu Jinfei must be aware of Shen Lingqings presence in the restaurant, and he must be paying attention to her.

Liu Jinfei was caught off-guard. He didnt expect that Zhang Jingwei would question him about Shen Lingqings work habits.

En. Miss Qiao would always make sure that we close the restaurant on time, and none of us does unnecessary work beyond our working hours, Liu Jinfei replied, ignoring the way Shen Lingqing was giving him a curious look.

It must be hard working with Qingqing, no? I know she could be a handful at times, but I hope you would try to at least understand her first. Zhang Jingwei smiled at Liu Jinfei.

Mama Shen Lingqing frowned. She didnt like how her family was overreacting over her choice to succeed her father as soon as she came back from abroad. Wouldnt it be better if she learned all the things she needed to know as soon as possible?

Dont be upset, Qingqing. We are just worried about you. We know you tend to forget other things when you focus on something. Zhang Jingwei tucked the stray locks of Shen Lingqing behind her ear gently.

Shen Lingqing sighed, knowing that she couldnt win against her grandmother if Zhang Jingwei put it that way. They were worrying too much about something she would never neglect. She wasnt that stupid to know her limitations.