Chapter 10 Network

In just twenty days, the situation has changed dramatically

Fu Ruyu turned and left

Xia Chan set down the teacup slowly and asked, "Which matter are you referring to?"

Gritting my teeth, I endured day by day, gradually gaining some insights in my work, no longer flitting about like a headless fly as I did at the beginning

If you insist on thinking this way, there is nothing I can do

Fu Ruyu glanced at it but did not respond

Thinking of Kaiser, she turned and called Chen Aijia while listening and heading towards the subway station

The seat by the window offers a view of the bustling traffic outside, with the lights shimmering like a river. The warmth of the heating in the shop is ample, and Summer Cicada attempts to push the window open, but it does not budge, so she has no choice but to take off her coat.

Our General Manager Cheng is truly iron-willed, directly presenting the evidence of Liu Hongyi's misconduct towards his female subordinate at the meeting. Those involved with Liu Hongyi did not escape ... I really did not expect that, as if Jade also ...

The summer cicada walked out of the Starshine Building, lingered on the steps for a long time, and still felt a lingering fear in its heart

The summer cicada felt a mix of emotions, merely holding the teacup and sipping it intermittently.

A moment of silence

The summer cicada walked slowly along the sidewalk, its steps unhurried, lost in thought

The summer cicada's expression was indifferent, "It was agreed before that if it exceeds fifty, the money must be calculated clearly"

In complete darkness, as long as there is a glimmer of light, regardless of its source or what lies behind it, one will rush towards it without hesitation

Hello, work hard, this is a great opportunity

Chen Aijia said: "Isn't this just a show of strength? Cheng Zijin is a member of the younger generation, and he has long been dissatisfied with the mess within Kaiser. This is merely the first step of the reform, using Liu Hongyi as a warning to others..."

Xia Chan suddenly understood why He Huaisheng had reminded her to remain calm. If she could not restrain herself and got entangled with Liu Hongyi in any way, she would likely suffer the consequences.

He Huai-sheng did not seem surprised at all to see her here, giving a slight nod as a form of greeting

When He Qihua mentioned this news, Xia Chan was also taken aback. She had long known about Liu Hongyi's ostentatious personality, and no amount of bitter tea to remind herself to remain vigilant in times of peace was of any use. It was only a matter of time before he would be driven away, but she did not expect it to happen so quickly

The summer cicada nodded and said, "My home is close to here, I will walk back."

She took out her phone, intending to discuss today's matter with He Huaisheng, but after a moment of hesitation, she decided against it

How will you return

Fu Ruyu glanced at her, did not say goodbye, and turned to walk towards the subway station

After a long while, Fu Ruyu finally spoke, "I broke up with my boyfriend"

The summer cicada hangs its eyes down

I am looking for a job, and I just finished an interview. I am still waiting for news

I have tried several times, but it shows no signal

The projection device is being activated, and the door to the conference room is pushed open. Xia Chan looks up, only to be taken aback.

Fu Ruyu seemed to understand, and with a self-deprecating smile, said, "So you have long been laughing at me."

On Wednesday, Xia Chan signed the contract with Xinghui and officially became a member of the secretariat.

Not only Liu Hongyi, but also Ru Yu has been dismissed

Fu Ruyu raised her eyes to look at her, her expression complex, "The matter of Liu Hongyi's impending downfall."

Moreover, everyone in the secretary's office is difficult to get along with, having learned from He Qihua to be completely unforgiving towards mistakes. After working for more than half a month, Xia Chan has yet to find a single person to converse with

Being unemployed for too long gradually dulls one's fighting spirit. Xia Chan is in urgent need of a job to serve as a cornerstone. Among all the offers received so far, none have better conditions than Xinghui.

He Qiuhua is a very strict person, to the extent of being nitpicky, even specifying in detail the formatting requirements for various documents.

Chen Aijia smiled and said, "That is indeed the case." She then asked, "What about you now?"

Xia Chan glanced at He Huaisheng for a moment, then withdrew her gaze and continued to fiddle with the projector

The summer cicada gazed for a moment before turning away

Fu Ruyu turned to look out the window

After taking just a few steps, I heard Fu Ruyu calling from behind: "Xia Chan"

I know that the time until sunrise is still far away, but there must be a sunrise in this world that rises for me. In order not to miss it, no matter how cold this snowy night is, I must set out right now

Chen Aijia chuckled at herself, saying, "I stumbled upon a fortunate opportunity and got promoted to a supervisor."

As March comes to an end, the city of Chongcheng is adorned with blooming peach blossoms everywhere

It will certainly not be worse than Liu Hongyi

Then I do not know, I only heard someone mention it today

However, she is quite stubborn; the more difficult the situation, the more she insists on confronting it head-on

She took out her phone, found Fu Ruyu's number, thought for a moment, and sent her a message

The summer cicada smiled and said, "I have nothing to do with him"

Three days later, Xia Chan received a call from the secretary's office of He Qihua, informing her that she had passed the interview and had been hired, and that she should come in for a discussion on Monday

Wasn't it said that Liu Hongyi has backing at a high level and should not be easily provoked

The summer cicada was startled, "Why?"

Entering Xinghui, it is not necessary to be tied to He Huaisheng like a grasshopper on the same string. After going through what happened with Kaiser, she now only seeks to find a job with a good salary and prospects, living steadily and focusing on her own well-being

In the evening, the summer cicada went to meet Fu Ruyu for a date

Although daily work is not heavy, it is quite trivial and far more exhausting than working in a hotel studio

The summer cicada dismissively remarked, "A man like him can be played with, but he should not be taken seriously"

On this day at work, Xia Chan was notified to take the minutes of the meeting

The summer cicada opened its mouth but did not utter a word

Xia Chan glanced at her watch, feeling somewhat anxious, and was just about to call the technical department when He Huaisheng stood up

One can understand that since ancient times, when a wall falls, everyone pushes it

Exchanging a few pleasantries, I inquired about the situation of Chen Aijia in the hotel

Summer cicada, your decisive resignation at that time was indeed a correct choice. You have no idea how disheveled Yu was when she left

She is very clear about this feeling

I was just about to call you to discuss this matter," said Chen Aijia, "You may not have heard yet, Liu Hongyi has been fired

In He Huaisheng's heart, there must be no space left for personal feelings towards his children.

The summer cicada does not dare to be careless, and can only learn and explore while proceeding cautiously

She lifted the teacup, took a sip, and suddenly heard Fu Ruyu speak: "Did you already know?"

I am currently filled with trepidation, uncertain about what kind of new manager will be appointed from above

The summer cicada remained silent for a moment before asking: "So what about you now ... ... "

This time, it was not He Qihua who received her, but a member of the HR department. The HR representative handled the negotiations regarding salary, benefits, and other matters in a businesslike manner, stating that if Xia Chan agreed to accept the offer, she should come in on Wednesday to sign the contract

The questions just posed by He Qihua were laden with meaning. This individual has been immersed in the business world for many years, and their ability to discern people and situations is undoubtedly keen. If she were to speak falsehoods, she would not be able to deceive him for more than three exchanges. Thus, she mixes nine truths with one lie, creating a blend of authenticity and deception that leaves him neither fully convinced nor entirely skeptical

In the night, Fu Ruyu's figure was solitary, "... ... I truly envy you."

However, work is not as smooth as Xia Chan had imagined. In the secretary's office, there are more than ten people, but only three can truly engage in direct dialogue with He Qihua on a regular basis. Upon entering the company, Xia Chan naturally could only perform some menial tasks, such as photocopying documents, organizing materials, and summarizing notes from less important meetings

After ordering the dishes, Xia Chan glanced at Fu Ruyu, still unsure of how to begin the conversation

Fu Ruyu arrived a step ahead, sitting in her seat with an indifferent expression. Upon seeing her, she merely greeted her in a nonchalant manner.

This year's spring has arrived particularly late, with the weather remaining overcast day after day, as if it is trying to tightly grasp the tail of winter

She did not dare to be negligent and arrived at the conference room twenty minutes early to distribute the materials one by one

After finishing the meal, Fu Ruyu settled the bill

Upon exiting the restaurant, Xia Chan took out the other half of the meal cost and handed it to Fu Ruyu

Aside from the deaf spots, it is quite good

Doesn't that imply that those seven years were all wasted

The summer cicada pauses and looks back

Fu Ruyu looked at her and said, "If you don't know about this matter, then what do you know about?"

When he lashed out at me due to stress, when he demanded that I support him while he studied, and even when he became physically aggressive towards me, I never considered breaking up with him... I always thought it was because I loved him, but in reality, it was due to my unwillingness to accept defeat. After being together for seven years, to end it now, wouldn't that be...

The summer cicada did not know how to respond, and could only remain silent

Xia Chan sat down, took the menu from the waiter, and casually flipped through it

Fu Ruyu's voice choked for a moment as she turned her head away, "... ... I tell myself that I agreed to Liu Hongyi because I need money. I cannot toil for so long and still be a waitress. I want to make a name for myself ... ... But I know that is not the case ... ... I also do not know what I am doing this for ... ... "

Fu Ruyu bit her lip and put the money away

That He Huai-sheng ... ...

Take the subway

The summer cicadas are silent

It has been quite a while since He Huaisheng and Ding Yonggui last met

On Monday, Xia Chan visited Xinghui Building again

At this point, refusing requires immense courage

The food was served, and the two individuals sat on either side, silently eating without any further conversation