Chapter 6, A man can also be a source of disaster for beautiful women

Lu Yao looked at the pitifully small salad, chicken, and black coffee in front of Gu Siming, and couldn't help but recall what Lin Feng had once said

The president's condition today seems somewhat off

Especially since Lu Yao reappeared beside Gu Siming, his face, which was evidently full of vitality, formed an extremely strong contrast with the gloomy and angry expression he had just a few days ago

To tailor a suitable weight loss plan for Gu Siming—this has been the most important task that Lu Yao has received since joining Group G

In the spacious and comfortable interior of the car, Lu Yao felt the refreshing cool air, and her mood was like a flower bud basking in the sunlight, savoring the beauty of waiting for the bloom with every passing second

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Yao let out a cheer and rushed to Gu Siming's side like a tornado, clearly intending to leave with him, completely forgetting about Xu Xiaoyan, who was standing by and had not even had a chance to say a word.

Only various job postings for "personal assistants" and "group assistants" appeared on the screen, and Xu Xiaoyan's face turned pale with anger as she snatched her phone away: "Have you forgotten what your major is? What are you doing applying for assistant positions? Right now! Immediately! Pack your things and come with me to relax! Otherwise, don't even think about eating anything I make!"

He had once searched online for information about the president of Group G, looked at countless photos of the other party, and this strange person behind him... isn't it Gu Siming? This guy actually followed him here like a lingering ghost?

Due to Gu Siming's past authority, the momentum has gradually diminished, but...! ... Everyone is watching the two people dining in the corner of the restaurant, especially the slight indulgence on the president's face!

Sometimes, can it be said that a man is also a source of trouble for a beautiful woman

Xu Xiaoyan had long grown impatient, chopping the carrots on the cutting board with a crisp sound: "What do you think? Even if he is angry with Lin Feng, you shouldn't think you can continue with this!"

Xu Xiaoyan continued to endure: If it can completely free Lu Yao from this job, then having a drink is worth it

Gu Siming slightly furrowed his brows, and then quickly relaxed them again

Indeed! Lu Yao nodded vigorously, "Isn't there an old saying—extremes meet? Perhaps it is because you are too eager that you have instead achieved the opposite effect?"

"Who is it?" Gu Siming finally came to a halt, his emotionless gaze swiftly sweeping over him, displaying considerable impatience

After all, Gu Siming's expression was so unpleasant when he left; it was the first time she had seen him so angry

In the sweltering summer, the incessant chirping of cicadas fills the air, and even the breeze that brushes against the cheek carries a humid warmth

Indeed, Lu Yao, who was preoccupied with pondering whether she had lost her job, completely failed to notice Xu Xiaoyan's subtle intentions

Mu Rong'er wore a black and white dress, the simple and elegant style of the dress added an air of aloof elegance to her originally charming features

What other reasons, besides love, could completely change a man like this

Gu Siming silently took the tissue, symbolically touched it to his forehead, but his peripheral vision caught sight of the scar on Lu Yao's wrist, covered by a band-aid

This is a question that is clearly insulting. Lu Yaoxin feels unwilling to accept it, but upon careful consideration, the task that Gu Siming arranged for herself is truly exceedingly simple

Sure! Then you can wait in line here first? Lu Yaoshuang readily agreed, without saying another word, and bounced happily towards the colorful ice cream.

Due to her mother's early departure during her childhood and her father's carefree nature, she often found herself hurt over trivial matters. Sometimes it was from cutting herself while chopping vegetables; other times it was from burns sustained while cooking. Yet, regardless of the situation, no one ever asked her, "How is your injury?" Even Xu Xiaoyan rarely paid attention. As for treating her wounds, she adopted a "let it be" attitude, but at this moment...

Xu Xiaoyan smiled awkwardly, trying to present himself as completely indifferent, but the downturned curve of his lips betrayed his current emotions: "It's fine, you can go ahead and work."

After finishing the first sentence, there was a long wait for Lu Yao's response.

Seeing Gu Siming leave like this, Xu Xiaoyan was so angry that he trembled all over. He had anticipated countless consequences, yet he never expected Gu Siming to react in such a manner

On the other end of the phone, Gu Siming was clearly startled by the unfamiliar male voice

Why ... ? ... Why did Mu Rong'er appear at the front door of her own home

"Good." Gu Siming seemed to be responding to Lu Yao, as well as to himself, "It is time for lunch."

Lu Yao, holding two colorful ice creams, walked in front of Gu Siming with a conflicted expression: In such hot weather, this person is dressed so heavily; he must have some unspeakable skin condition, how pitiful...

He was stunned for a moment before realizing that this was not his phone. Just as he was about to call out Lu Yao's name, he saw the words "President Gu" displayed on the screen

Seeing that the president did not respond, Lu Yao thought that her reasoning had deeply penetrated the president's inner world, and thus became even more enthusiastic: "One should try everything; if possible..." She took a deep breath, as if to encourage herself, "From now on, I will find a way to help the president manage her weight, how does that sound?"

When Lu Yao was helped back to the house by Xu Xiaoyan, she still complained aggrievedly, "I didn't do anything wrong!"

Lu Yao nodded, while simultaneously feeling her throat dry, finding it difficult to utter even a single word

Revenge! Gu Siming is definitely seeking revenge on himself

He thought for a long time and finally found a suitable reason to call Lu Yao—her sudden resignation was not in accordance with the company's regulations

Upon hearing this, Mu Rong'er instantly fell silent: "I have long said that I have seen many girls like you who are solely focused on climbing to greater heights. You talk about misunderstandings, but in your heart, you must have already calculated everything to your advantage, right?"

Xu Xiaoyan remained unconcerned, turning around to begin organizing the large packages of food on the floor and on the table: "What’s the difference? I’ve said it long ago, it’s not suitable for you. Who goes from studying acting to being an assistant? Wake up!"

The Mu Rong'er before me is completely different from the spoiled smile she shows to Gu Siming and the cold sarcasm she directs at me in the company. ... For some reason, Lu Yao suddenly felt a bit lacking in confidence, perhaps ... it is due to her inferiority complex

She seemed very busy, leaning against her red sports car while fiddling with her phone. When she saw Lu Yao standing in front of her in a daze, she did not show much surprise.

The slightly hoarse voice seemed to resonate in the confined space of the car, like the strings of a guitar being gently plucked

Indeed, upon hearing these words, even with the concealment of a duckbill cap and a mask, Xu Xiaoyan could still sense the cold aura emanating from Gu Siming

What he found even more unbearable was the pitying gazes of the company employees, as if everyone were saying: President Gu has become a different person; has he been dumped by Lu Yao?

Sitting across from Lu Yao, Xu Xiaoyan did not dare to utter a single word, only able to watch as she devoured the entire table of dishes, leaving no leftovers, not even the red chili peppers, washing them down with beer, cup after cup, until she quickly became utterly intoxicated

However, one of the parties, Lu Yao, was completely oblivious to the increasingly ambiguous gazes of her colleagues. For her, within the entire G Group, gourmet food and Gu Siming represented the entirety of her existence here

The delicacies on the table have filled every available space, and as Lu Yao listened to the familiar music and looked around the familiar restaurant environment, she felt completely satisfied

He had not seen Lu Yao for several days. At first, he thought that Lu Yao must have learned that he originally intended to use her, which left her heartbroken and in despair. He had even prepared himself for the possibility of receiving a scathing phone call from Lu Yao. However, he waited for three full days without receiving any news from her

She knows that as Gu Siming's personal assistant, she spends more time with him on a daily basis, but... she has always felt that she stands by his side based on her own abilities

The president's mood is so poor... Is it really because of a broken heart?

Gu Siming nodded solemnly. However, this simple action made Lu Yao feel as if the entire world had been instantly illuminated. That kind of heartfelt joy was even greater than that of cotton candy: "So... when can I start working at the company?"

Does this count as achieving the desired effect

Thus, she dared not delay any longer and, feeling dejected, retreated into the house to begin organizing herself

Xu Xiaoyan sat on the sofa, panting heavily, secretly cursing Lu Yao for being useless, and further cursing Gu Siming, the person who had disrupted Lu Yao's life. Just as he was getting into his tirade, the phone on the sofa began to vibrate wildly.

Will she become a blemish in his life

She unexpectedly encountered the president at the amusement park

Xu Xiaoyan finally sensed that something was amiss and hurriedly pulled Lu Yao, who was still standing at the door, but was startled by her absent-minded appearance: "Hey! What's wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell?"

Lu Yao, who would normally automatically enter a "lazy state" upon returning home, was unusually energetic, as if injected with enthusiasm, spending the entire day researching relevant information on the computer

The aroma of lemon tea spread throughout the room, and Lu Yao silently stared at the cup, feeling as if she were like the ice cubes gradually melting in the cup, with no one caring about her existence

In addition to having meals with Gu Siming every day and completing the basic tasks of a personal assistant, Lu Yao's life began to be filled with various food calorie charts. Many times, she could casually mention how many kilocalories were contained in each kilogram of a certain food as soon as she saw it.

The enthusiastic gazes of the elderly men and women in the square dance group were vivid in Gu Siming's mind, making her feel somewhat frightened. She pondered how to politely decline Lu Yao, only to realize that due to her extreme excitement, her hands had formed two round fists, with the joints slightly reddened from the exertion.

Under the skillful hands of Xu Xiaoyan, dish after dish of sumptuous and enticing food was served on the table. Lu Yao, already unable to bear the hunger, showed signs of "drowning her sorrows in food" due to her low spirits, and even disregarding Xu Xiaoyan's advice, took out half a case of beer from the refrigerator

Moreover, it is already this time, she has not gone to the company, and there are no messages from Gu Siming on her phone. Isn't this another piece of irrefutable evidence

Gu Siming smiled as he looked at the white cream at the corner of her lips, his tone unconsciously softening a bit: "How are you feeling?"

"What wound?" Lu Yao was perplexed

Regarding the sudden appearance of the stranger, Gu Siming merely regarded him as a fool who had mistaken him for someone else, completely ignoring him and walking past without a word

In the morning, it was I who spoke to you using Xiaoyao's phone. Xu Xiaoyan went straight to the point, "I have said before, she does not like this job. If you continue to follow her, I will definitely consider reporting it to the police... No, not consider, I will definitely report it to the police."

Is it off work? Her voice is also icy cold

With this thought in mind, Gu Siming picked up the phone again, pressed the speed dial number 2, and coldly instructed into the microphone: "Assistant Zhou! I want all the information on Lu Yao, send it over immediately!"

"You have sweated a lot," Lu Yao explained carefully

However, when she finally saw the face of this "skin disease patient," it felt as if she had been struck in the face, and she nearly dropped the ice cream she was holding.

Although the reflection in the mirror looks terrible, with hair as messy as straw and two huge dark circles accentuating her appearance like a comical panda

I knew you would understand me! Lu Yao smiled again, and then walked away side by side with Gu Siming

One day, while Lu Yao was on his way home calculating the intensity of exercise required to burn off the calories from a bowl of rice, he was intercepted by a figure exuding an air of disdain before he could even take out the keys from his backpack

Perhaps there is truly nothing of value in her that Gu Siming would appreciate

The weather is so hot today, yet the president is dressed so ... ? ... in a way that is completely airtight, what could be the reason for this?

After a moment of contemplation, he loudly recited a bewildering menu: "Medium-rare steak, double-layered cheese blueberry cake, durian pizza, mango milkshake, green pepper beef noodles ... ..." Noticing that Gu Siming's pace had slowed, he quickly raised his voice and continued, "I can remember all the foods that Lu Yao likes, can you?"

Lu Yao, this naive fellow, no matter how she describes the situation at that time, he can interpret it as Gu Siming has completely dismissed her, thus allowing her to distance herself from Group G and from that dangerous man, Gu Siming

The hope has finally been shattered, and the questions that once filled her mind have vanished without a trace. Lu Yao's lips trembled slightly as she turned around in despair, returning to the sofa to continue staring blankly at the wall clock.

Upon hearing this, Gu Siming's smile deepened a few more degrees, and the speed of the car suddenly increased significantly on the road, causing the scenery outside the window to flash by like scattered fragments.

The stifling air completely solidified in the awkward silence, and Lu Yao felt that her breathing became difficult as well, as if she would faint at any moment

Does he have the right to say no

He knows that this Gu Siming is definitely not that simple

Hearing this response, Xu Xiaoyan looked at Lu Yao with relief. Just as she was about to take her to the Rapids Adventure, her peripheral vision inadvertently caught sight of a sneaky figure.

Perhaps Xu Xiaoyan is right; she should let go of everything and take some time to relax and clear her mind

Upon hearing this, two bright flames seemed to rise in Lu Yao's eyes, and even Gu Siming could feel her aggressive brilliance: "Rest assured! I will definitely succeed!"

Xu Xiaoyan was stunned, and immediately disregarded all politeness: "Hey! Gu Siming!"

He silently questions the heavens: Does this girl truly understand his heartfelt intentions

"The matters of my family have nothing to do with you." Lu Yao was extremely annoyed, and even she, who usually treated those around her with a pleasant demeanor, could not help but grit her teeth fiercely, "Please do not interfere in my life."

Although Lu Yao rarely drinks alcohol during social gatherings with the crew, only Xu Yaoyan and Chen Xiaorui know that Lu Yao not only has the ability to "eat without gaining weight" but also possesses a constitution that allows her to be "drunk by a thousand cups and not fall down after ten thousand cups"... However... when she has something on her mind, it is a different story.

Having spoken, he paid no mind to what kind of response Lu Yao would give, smiled slightly, and continued to lower his head to drink coffee

Thus, Lu Yao recounted in detail to Xu Xiaoyan everything that had happened today. In the end, she added her own rather forced opinion: "I believe that Gu Siming might just be angry with Lin Feng."

Lu Yao stared in disbelief, her eyes wide open, and a joyful smile spread from the corners of her lips. She trembled as she spoke, excitedly asking, "Really? Can I really return to Group G?"

Lu Yao! Are you really leaving like this?" Xu Xiaoyan glared at the two of them, whose figures seemed overly matched, and said, "We haven't played a single attraction at the amusement park!"

Gu Siming's furrowed brow relaxed, and the last traces of doubt and concern in his eyes faded away

Time flows by like a swift current, and Lu Yao wanders around the house like a ghost all day long, holding her phone, waiting and waiting, yet she has not received any news from Gu Siming regarding her job.

Having finished speaking, Gu Siming turned his head and left directly

Xu Xiaoyan felt an overwhelming sense of desolation, deeply lost in thought about whether he should stay or leave, when suddenly he saw Gu Siming ahead turn his head and cast a smile filled with provocation at him

But you were so angry that day, and I haven't been to the company these days, nor have I received any news from you... Her voice grew softer and eventually melted into the air along with the oppressive heat

Gu Siming curled the corners of his lips, raised his chin, and said briefly: "Now"

She could not believe that Gu Siming, who usually appeared indifferent and arrogant, seemingly unconcerned about the things around him, actually remembered the wounds on her arm

He desperately suppressed the joy in his heart and couldn't help but take a few steps forward: "You are still an employee of Group G, my personal assistant, if..." There was a rare unease in his voice, "if you are still willing."

The tip of her nose tinged slightly with a mix of joy and emotion. Lu Yao lowered her head and shook it, offering no response. As the flush on her cheeks finally faded, she gazed out at the swiftly passing scenery, suddenly recalling something, her bright eyes sparkling with playful anticipation as she spoke: "President, it must be lunchtime now, right?"

He does not believe that Lu Yao would have any intimate relationship with this man who exudes an air of arrogance from head to toe

He sighed with a sense of sorrow

What time is it? Is she already late?

In the days since Lu Yao's absence, he seems to have returned to that monotonous and dull life, unable to see her bright and innocent smile, and even the daily work has become somewhat uninspiring

Lu Yao did not respond, yet questions continued to arise in her heart one after another

Gu Siming's hand holding the coffee cup trembled

Lu Yao shook her head vigorously and ran to Xu Xiaoyan's side, saying, "Actually, I'm not sure if he has expelled me. Can you help me analyze today's situation?"

A glimmer of cunning light flashed in Xu Xiaoyan's eyes as he glanced at Lu Yao and reluctantly spoke: "Given that I am in a good mood today, go ahead and say what you want."

In Lu Yao's heart, it felt as if there were a frantically charging little deer, causing her entire body to become numb and stiff.

In a flurry, she fumbled for her phone, and the screen clearly displayed "10:47". Just as Lu Yao was about to exclaim "I am late" once more, she suddenly remembered that she seemed to have lost her job

How is the wound?" He pretended to be nonchalant as he started the car, asking in a low voice

"These days I have been busy with company matters, so I haven't had time to look for Siming, and I didn't expect to overlook it for a moment." She scoffed lightly, "I know that Siming doesn't like me. In the days to come, the Mu Group and Group G will have many interactions, so I will naturally have plenty of opportunities with him. Therefore—" She scrutinized Lu Yao, her tone growing increasingly impatient, "You are unworthy and have no right to stand by his side. Set a condition: stay away from Gu Siming."

Lu Yao thought to herself while silently taking out a tissue from her pocket and handing it to Gu Siming. In the end, she reached an optimistic conclusion—regardless of the purpose for which the president came to the amusement park, she should be grateful, for it was this wonderful opportunity that allowed her to regain her chance at work

She blinked her eyes forcefully

Although she, as someone who can eat anything without gaining weight, is not qualified to say such things

"Is it you who was here in the morning?" Upon hearing Xu Xiaoyan's words, Gu Siming finally displayed an expression. His pupils suddenly constricted, his gaze sharp, and carried a condescending scrutiny.

Oh my! Is there anything in the world that could be happier than this! Ah, that's right! Except for...

He was completely stunned. It was not until the figures of Lu Yao and Gu Siming had completely disappeared from sight that he came to his senses

Upon Lu Yao's return to the company, the gossip that had gradually died down was rekindled, becoming even more intense amidst the "flirtatious glances" exchanged between the president and his assistant

His sharp brows knitted together, and even his voice turned cold and displeased: "I am looking for Lu Yao, who are you?"

Mu Rong'er, however, was too lazy to listen to her explanation, her expression indifferent: "Alright, Lu Yao, if you leave Gu Siming, I will pay off all the debts your father owes, and I will also give you and your father an additional sum of money. As for the mess at your home..." She deliberately raised her voice, "I have already investigated it thoroughly."

Moreover, his skills in disguise and tracking are truly lacking, aren't they? I believe only a fool like Lu Yao, who is so oblivious, would fail to notice.

Just when the three of them were at a standstill, and even Lu Yao's patience was about to run out, Gu Siming, who had been silently observing, finally spoke up, his voice seemingly tinged with a hint of helplessness: "Lu Yao, why don't you come to work?"

Mu Rong'er had already risen and walked a few steps to the door: "Is it necessary to appeal to your emotions or reason with someone like you?"

The infuriating gaze lingered back and forth in Xu Xiaoyan's mind, as he clenched his teeth, his expression appearing both fierce and unwilling.

Although the other party was dressed in a simple T-shirt and long pants, their model-like body proportions were still quite striking. What was even more astonishing was that, in such hot weather, they were actually wearing a baseball cap and a mask

By the way

Lu Yao stared blankly at her phone, turning her head to look out the window, where the sun shone brightly and the air was filled with the sounds of birds and the fragrance of flowers

the first day, the second day, the third day ... ...

Why does this person look so familiar

Today's conversation ends here. I hope you can think carefully about the conditions I have proposed. If..." At this point, Mu Rong'er smiled meaningfully and said, "If you do not accept, I will cancel an important collaboration between the Mu family and Group G in the near future. You understand the gravity of the situation, don't you?

When Xu Xiao spoke this sentence, she understood in her heart how pale and powerless this reason was. Because Lu Yao's expectations and joy had long been written on her face, filling her eyes.

"I do not interfere in your life, so you can influence Gu Siming's life?" Mu Rong'er did not back down, "Your identity and your background will only be a blemish on his life, just like I mentioned to you last time. Have you ever considered how others would view him?"

"Good." Gu Siliu pondered for a moment, then suddenly leaned forward and whispered in her ear, "But this is just a secret between the two of us, is that alright?"

Indeed, after a brief pause, Lu Yao apologetically waved her hand at Xu Xiaoyan and said: "I am sorry, work should come first. This time, consider it a debt I owe you. Next time, no matter where you want to go for fun, I will accompany you, alright?"

On the fourth day, Xu Xiaoyan helplessly pulled her out of the room, pushed her in front of the mirror, and indignantly accused her: "Look at yourself, what have you become? It's just a job loss, can you not be so despondent from now on?"

Xu Xiaoyan replied perfunctorily: "Yes, yes, yes, all the mistakes are mine. Can you go to sleep now, Grandma?"

Having spoken, she no longer cared, or rather, she looked down upon the idea of glancing at Lu Yao again. She turned the doorknob and strode away.

After Mu Rong'er left, only Lu Yao remained in the room. At this moment, the surroundings were so quiet that even the sound of breathing was particularly clear

Although the air conditioning was set to a high level, Lu Yao's cheeks still turned as red as if they were on fire. She raised her hand and gently touched her face, and indeed it was very hot.

It is time to have a clear conversation with him, allowing him to completely give up on Lu Yao

On the other end of the phone, Gu Siming's eyes were filled with burning anger, a kind of fury that made him appear even more unapproachable

Xu Xiaoyan raised her eyebrows in disdain

Sitting in the driver's seat, Gu Siming's eyes still held a look of joy and satisfaction, as he reminisced about the moment when Xu Xiaoyan had fallen from grace, and the image of Lu Yao obediently following by his side... Suddenly, a delicate, fair hand, holding a tissue, was extended towards him.

When faced with Lu Yao, he seemed to have no intention of avoiding the topic: "I understand everything you said. My diet and exercise are monitored by professionals, and the calories I consume and expend each day are quite reasonable, so..." He smiled helplessly and added, "It's a matter of constitution; there's nothing that can be done."

How could President Gu be here

Since she is capable of coming up with such an astonishing method as square dancing, she will certainly be able to provide him with even more "surprises"

Xu Xiaoyan was completely anxious, grabbing Lu Yao's shoulder and repeatedly asking, "What exactly is going on? Are you sick or..." The more he thought about it, the more worried he became, "Is it that someone from the company is bullying you? That Gu Siming?"

"Expelled?" Gu Siming felt perplexed and, in a fit of irritation, simply yanked off his cap, revealing his bright, dark eyes, and stared directly at Lu Yao. "Did I ever say that you were expelled?"

But this job is different!" Lu Yao shouted unwillingly

"The person I am looking for is Lu Yao, and it has nothing to do with you. You have no right to interfere." Gu Siming was too lazy to look at him again, and even less inclined to waste time on him. "If you want to talk to me, make an appointment with my assistant in advance, and I will consider whether to meet you."

It seemed as if her entire body was filled with strength. Xu Xiaoyan arrogantly raised her chin, meandering around before walking up to Gu Siming, and politely said: "Hello"

Upon hearing the name Gu Siming, Lu Yao's lips trembled, and she looked at Xu Xiaoyan with a sense of grievance. After a long pause, she finally managed to choke out a sentence with a sobbing tone: "Xiaoyan, I... I think I have lost my job again..."

Xu Xiaoyan did not believe: "Then why are you locking yourself in the house?"

It was Gu Siming who gave her confidence and strength, making her feel that her seemingly worthless self had found direction and courage in seeking a purpose in life, even though she knew that Gu Siming was merely interested in knowing her "secret" to maintaining her figure. Therefore, she would never, nor dare to have such thoughts

Upon seeing this, Xu Xiaoyan immediately revealed a smile that indicated a great revenge was about to be taken. He first cleared his throat, then arrogantly picked up his phone and said, "Hello?"

Lu Yao felt a bit embarrassed and, after some hesitation, pulled out a pile of job application pages from her phone and computer: "I have been thinking about how to find a job these days..."

Lu Yao's pitch-black eyes rolled around, yet she remained silent.

Watching Lu Yao's figure fade away, Xu Xiaoyan revealed a meaningful smile. When she turned back again, she indeed saw Gu Siming, who had failed to follow, standing in place with a confused expression, looking pitiful as if he had lost his objective

After saying this, Xu Xiaoyan forcefully hung up the phone, feeling a sense of exhilaration in her heart, completely unconcerned that Gu Siming was already furious to the extreme

The shadows of the two of them were cast obliquely on the ground, sometimes distant and sometimes near, until they finally gradually merged into one.

Lu Yao, however, remained immersed in her own world. After lying in bed and mumbling a few words, she fell into a deep sleep. Xu Xiaoyan silently helped her close the door, and upon seeing the mess on the table, rolled up her sleeves and began to clean vigorously.

Coming to her senses, Lu Yao slowly got up to open the door, only to find Xu Xiaoyan standing at the door with a smug expression. At the same time, the sweet aroma of cake wafted through the air

Lu Yao, I suddenly have a craving for that colorful ice cream at the entrance of the amusement park. Could you go buy it for me?" Xu Xiaoyan had a sudden inspiration, pulling Lu Yao into the crowd while casually speaking to her.

However, Gu Siming never expected that the person who answered Lu Yao's call would actually be a man

How to say? Lu Yaoping held her breath, and the color in her cheeks faded slightly.

Indeed, Xu Xiao spoke with a sense of pride

Lu Yao scratched his head a bit awkwardly and said: "I... I am not particularly disappointed..."

Soon, two cups of fragrant lemon tea were neatly placed in front of Mu Rong'er. She picked up one cup but did not rush to drink it; instead, she playfully swirled the cup, watching the ice cubes collide and emit a faint sound, saying: "To make a long story short, Lu Yao, state your conditions."

Silently opening the front door, Lu Yao walked straight towards the kitchen: "Miss Mu, may I ask what you would like to drink"

At this moment, Xu Xiaoyan approached wearing a Donald Duck headpiece and holding a theme park map. He carefully studied the contents and asked, "Would you like to ride the roller coaster or the Ferris wheel first?" He looked up and glanced around, "The nearby Splash Mountain is also fun and suitable for this kind of weather"

Mu Rong'er was not at all polite, casually glancing around the relatively spacious rental apartment and said: "Anything is fine, whatever works." As she spoke, she raised an eyebrow and smiled, "I didn't come to find you today just to ask for a drink."

Upon hearing this, Xu Xiao Yan immediately breathed a sigh of relief, her previously contorted features gradually relaxed, and she shot Lu Yao a fierce glare: "I thought it was something serious; isn't it just losing a job? Isn't that just an everyday occurrence for you?"

Gu Siming gazed intently ahead, yet the corners of his lips could not help but rise: "Yes."

Fortunately, not long ago, Gu Siming had already issued a strict order within the group: employees are not allowed to spread "rumors" in the company

She is no longer doing it. Xu Xiaoyan replied casually, glancing at Lu Yao's room, estimating that she might come out soon, and disdainfully concluded, Please do not call her again to harass her

Such a nonsensical reason could only have been conceived by Lu Yao, right

Are you really that confident? he asked in a low voice

Lu Yao beside him was still in a state of excitement, and he couldn't help but slow down his pace, desperately trying to recall in his mind...

The glaring sunlight poured into the room from outside, and tiny specks of dust danced in the corners. Lu Yao, still in a deep sleep while lying in bed, turned over, only to have her eyelids covered by a burst of bright light. The 'bright light' seemed like a powerful signal, forcibly pulling her from her dreams into reality.

Carrying a large number of bags, Xu Xiaoyan unceremoniously squeezed into the room and threw everything onto the floor: "I'm exhausted! Every time I come here, I have to bring so many things. Can't you prepare in advance?"

It is often said that men understand men the best. Xu Xiaoyan quickly detected the hidden anger in Gu Siming's words. He responded leisurely, like a marathon champion who has left his opponent far behind: "Who I am is none of your business, right? What do you want with Xiaoyao?"

With a whoosh, she sat up from the bed, her hair disheveled and her face unkempt, glancing around in a panic before suddenly letting out a terrified scream

Gu Siming has already removed his cap and mask. Since this tracking operation was not disclosed to anyone, he had to take on the role of the driver. Lu Yao turned her head to see his sharply defined profile and noticed beads of fine sweat forming on his forehead

My ... ... conditions? Lu Yao's eyes widened in surprise, momentarily unable to grasp her true meaning

Assistant Zhou repeatedly responded from over there, and upon hearing the president's cold voice, felt as if his entire body had been immersed in ice, unable to stop trembling

So... are we going back to the office for lunch?" Lu Yao rubbed her stomach, which had already begun to protest.

Gu Siming glanced at her with a hint of amusement, ultimately choosing not to refute her

I have limited time; if it is convenient, can we discuss this at your home? Her fair fingers swiftly glided across the screen several times, then she indifferently raised her chin, posing a question that sounded like a command

Harassment? Gu Siming tightly gripped the phone in his hand. Lu Yao was his employee; since he had not agreed, she could not be considered to have resigned.

Lu Yao was happily enjoying her smoothie and cotton candy, her smile as sweet as flowers blooming in the sunlight: "Everything is great! It would be even better to try everything!"

These four days have felt as long as four years

Lu Yao was left at a loss by Mu Rong'er’s continuous attacks. Her cheeks flushed bright red, and after a long hesitation, she finally asked with difficulty and caution: "Miss Mu, have you perhaps misunderstood something?"

If she is not given an opportunity to prove her abilities, then she will likely lose the motivation to continue staying here

Thoughts swirled in her mind, and Lu Yao quickly downed a glass of juice to calm her racing heart.

How can you face him after this matter has been exposed? Moreover, he already knows that your secret to having a good figure despite your large appetite is merely your personal constitution, so what else can he gain from you? Xu Xiaoyan said harshly, "You don't really think he values your abilities, do you? Tell me, during this period of work, besides eating, what else have you done?"

Thump thump—thump thump—

This threat is of great significance to Lu Yao, as she has already lost her job and cannot afford to lose her food again

Lu Yao bit into a strawberry, deep in thought, her brows furrowed like a caterpillar: "Could it be related to one's mood?"

Xu Xiaoyan knew that the situation was dire. The only thing she could do now was to pull Lu Yao away from this place of trouble as quickly as possible. However, she saw that Lu Yao had a hesitant expression on her face. Despite pulling her a few times with force, there was no response from her.

His life seems to have suddenly become blank and dull, eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner alone, facing those cold machines in the gym by himself, lacking the accompaniment of square dance music, as if even the motivation to run has vanished.

Hearing such a threat from her, Lu Yao felt as if her nerves were being unraveled one by one. She glared at Mu Rong'er with anger, her bright eyes filled with shock: "How can you resort to such despicable means?"

Rumors are not to be spread, but what about the facts

Gu Siming cleared his throat and said: "It is the wound from the broken cup last time. Without Assistant Zhou's help, have you been changing the dressing every day?"

Since the day I met the president, although I have had the "fortune" of seeing him smile a few times, most of the time he still wears a cold, sarcastic, and distant expression, and this time...

Am I not dreaming? The smile of the CEO just now was undoubtedly heartfelt. Because even his eyes, which seemed to be covered in frost, had a hint of warmth melting within them

Due to her overwhelming busyness, she not only firmly rejected Xu Xiaoyan's proactive requests to cook for her, but she also failed to notice that Chen Xiaorui had not appeared in her sight for a full four days

"President, have you heard that as long as the calories consumed by the body each day exceed the calories ingested, one will not gain weight?" Lu Yao tentatively broached this sensitive topic, "So as long as one exercises reasonably and eats a bit more, it should not be a problem."

What exactly does Mu Rong'er want from her? Is it because she has resumed her position as Gu Siming's assistant, and is she here to issue a second warning to her?

Lu Yao originally wanted to say something more, but upon hearing Mu Rong'er say such words, her heart still ached painfully.

When Xu Xiaoyan arrived, the sky had completely darkened. The night was like an impenetrable black curtain, enveloping Lu Yao entirely, making her breathing slow and anxious. It was only after the knocking sound echoed three times that she, staring blankly at the wall, finally came to her senses

Upon hearing the term "Little Yao," Gu Siming gritted his teeth, yet his tone remained calm: "She left her position abruptly without informing the company"

Lu Yao held a smoothie in her left hand and cotton candy in her right, standing beneath the pirate ship at the amusement park, watching the people above her scream in a mix of terror and exhilaration, their faces flushed. Suddenly, she felt that the weight in her heart had lightened just a little.

Gu Siming felt a deep sense of suffering in her heart, yet she also experienced a hint of sweet warmth due to the concern reflected in her eyes

Because she saw in Mu Rong'er something she would never possess—competence

Looking at such a situation, Xu Xiaoyan felt a twinge of reluctance in her heart, but...

Lu Yao, I am also doing this for your own good

Visitors in the amusement park come and go, all casting curious glances at the two people silently confronting each other. Just as Xu Xiaoyan realizes that Gu Siming's anger seems to have reached its peak, Lu Yao's puzzled voice comes from not far away: "Xiaoyan, why aren't you in line? And who is this person..."

It turns out that she did not leave the company in silence out of anger at herself; rather, it was he who overthought the situation

I really didn't! Looking at Mu Rong'er with disdain and contempt, Lu Yao felt that her self-esteem had been greatly insulted. She almost instinctively retorted, "I have never had such thoughts!"

His tone was like a sharp hook, directly snagging on Lu Yao's heart, which had been swaying back and forth these days. A wave of grievance suddenly surged up, and she spoke with a choked voice: "Haven't I already been expelled?"

Lu Yao felt both excited and anxious: Was it a coincidence? Should she say a few words to the president? But she had already been dismissed; approaching him abruptly might make the president feel annoyed

Xu Xiaoyan secretly complained about the pervert, suddenly realizing that something was amiss