Chapter 5, A Protective Spirit

Thus, she became classmates with a group of successful individuals who were variously older than her. From time to time, she would arrange for a successful person to discuss project collaboration with Lu Jiming. Although the ultimate success rate of these collaborations was not particularly high, the young woman's strategy for indirectly pursuing men could certainly be described as clever and thoughtful

Ning Meng felt a momentary panic, as if someone would shove a microphone into her mouth in the next second

Lu Jiming chuckled twice and said, "Hey, she is not on the same wavelength as General Qian; she has never worked on a project, and only does some secretarial and administrative work."

Lu Jiming instructed Ning Meng: "Create a group, and subsequently add all the individuals responsible for project coordination into the group. Also, prepare the minutes of this meeting and the project schedule as a project memorandum and send it to the group."

So let's set a small goal first

Xu Sitian gazed at Ning Meng, then laughed dryly.

Xu Sitian is also a clever girl, and she does not demean herself by trying to get close to Lu Jiming in a bar with alcohol. After work, Ning Meng was taken by Lu Jiming to do those occasional driving jobs, and she never saw Xu Sitian even once.

Upon hearing this name, Ning Meng suddenly lifted her head.

After finishing her perm, Ning Meng looked in the mirror and did not feel attractive at all. As she gazed at her reflection, one thought crossed her mind: she suddenly had a strong craving for a bowl of instant noodles

and it is the kind of liking that is very fond

The quartz beside her, her waist straightened, exuding confidence, with an Hermès bag hanging from her arm, the light of a Tiffany diamond ring sparkling on her finger, and the faint fragrance of a Chanel suit enveloping her... These luxury brands all contribute to highlighting the elite beauty of a successful woman

Looking down at herself again, Ning Meng felt that she was truly dull and unremarkable, almost like a background wall that left no trace in the eyes of others

In an IPO project, if the signing sponsor is an experienced, capable, and responsible individual, they will be able to effectively mitigate and manage various risks associated with the project

She wore alluring wavy curls, a fitted shirt, and a form-fitting short skirt, exuding grace with every step and leaving a trail of fragrance.

In the conference room, Shi Ying provided Lu Jiming with an overview of the project situation

At the moment she spoke these words, Xu Sitian did not even glance at Ning Meng, only smiling radiantly at Lu Jiming.

Their back-and-forth dialogue caused Ning Meng's joy from being valued and praised to vanish in an instant

Before going public, they wanted to find a financially strong strategic investor to endorse the company. Prior to approaching Jiming Capital, they had also considered many well-known institutions, but those institutions either offered a very low valuation or imposed a multitude of additional conditions, which ultimately led to the failure of the negotiations.

Therefore, no one in the entire company should understand all the projects better than she does

She was afraid that his arrogant expression would be seen through by Shi Ying, so she quickly got up to refill Shi Ying's teacup with hot water. After refilling, she made sure to place the teacup on Shi Ying's left side, positioning the handle towards Shi Ying's left hand for easy access.

She truly no longer wishes to be a secretary. She aspires to become an elite woman like Quartz, shining with the light of success wherever she goes

Thus, she is fundamentally not on the same level as them

She heard Quartz say to Lu Jiming that she wanted to understand the company's past investment projects and performance.

In the company, she is now the only one left. She can quietly take a moment to organize the determination that has been brewing within her all afternoon. This determination, having been stimulated by the provocations of Shi Ying and Xu Sitian, can no longer be suppressed by any words.

This time, Xu Sitian brought Ms. Shi Ying, who is also her classmate from the EMBA program.

This girl stands at a height of at least 1.7 meters, and her legs alone seem to be nearly 1.6 meters long

Ning Meng quickly organized her emotions and replied calmly, "I don't know her, I have only heard of her from one side." She turned to Shi Ying, wearing a proper smile, and said, "Before I graduated from university, she came to our school to give us a lecture. Her personal struggle inspired me to bravely become a Beipiao."

Ning Meng, having attended numerous conferences and meetings with Lu Jiming, has naturally come to understand many key business points

Quartz laughed heartily, and Xu Sitian couldn't help but speak up from the side: "What's the big deal? If you really need a corner to block, I would graciously do it for you!"

Before the conclusion of the meeting, Lu Jiming and Shi Ying finalized their intention to cooperate and reached a preliminary consensus on the timeline for subsequent collaboration

Ning Meng concentrated her thoughts for a moment. The projects she had worked on immediately became clear and were categorized distinctly in her mind

Tomorrow, I must make it clear to Lu Jiming that she no longer wants to be a secretary; she wants to work on projects! ... At worst, she will be fired, and it is not a big deal. She shouldn't be too afraid of losing her job without another opportunity, since Shiyin does not have a high opinion of her anyway... Well... If she really does lose her job and goes to look for her, she should be willing to take her back... right

After Ning Meng finished speaking, Shi Ying felt even more emotional and directly said to Lu Jiming: "General Manager Lu, how is it that I have yet to encounter such talent?"

Like his other wealthy friends, he enjoys drinking, playing, and flirting with young women. After finishing a round of drinks, those flirtations are quickly forgotten.

Ning Meng silently took a breath

Ning Meng felt that she was a very appealing girl, both visually and in terms of scent. So appealing that it made her feel a pang of envy. They were all young girls, and while they were so enticing, she felt like the withered bark of an old tree.

The intended investment target is a company engaged in real industry, which has already completed its share reform. The securities firm where Quartz is located is currently providing guidance to the enterprise and preparing for its listing.

He quickly emphasized again: "Mr. Shi, we agreed that while you may appreciate her, you absolutely must not undermine me. If she were to be taken by someone else, it would truly be impossible to replace her!"

Lu Jiming repeatedly said that you are being too polite

Lu Jiming chuckled twice and said, "How could I possibly afford to have you, young lady, do menial tasks for me!"

Women are all sensitive, as they possess a stronger sixth sense than men. Therefore, Ning Meng can sense that Xu Sitian, this girl from Beijing, has feelings for Lu Jiming

Xu Sitian glanced at Ning Meng, and her expression became much colder and more polite.

Ning Meng said to herself in her heart

General Lu truly has a discerning eye, surrounded by talented individuals. Xiao Xu and Secretary Ning are both remarkable women! With some training, Secretary Ning will definitely become a valuable asset for project management in the future

Which projects were invested in last year, what is the duration, and what is the expected return on investment; which projects have been undertaken this year, and to what extent have they progressed; what are the reserve investment projects, and what is their current status; regarding those bound by confidentiality agreements, she cautiously only mentioned a certain company

Quartz smiled from across the conference table: "Secretary Ning is not just a secretary; she is doing the work of a project staff member!" She then followed up with a heartfelt exclamation, "If only I had an assistant like Secretary Ning!"

She tucked her hair behind her ear, composed herself, and said in a soft and steady voice: "When you were introducing the project earlier, you were gesturing with your left hand the whole time. At first, when you were drinking water, the cup was placed on your right side. You initially tried to pick it up with your left hand, but the distance was not suitable, so you switched to your right hand, and it wobbled a bit when you lifted it."

Such project investments will instill confidence in people

On the day Xu Sitian first arrived at the company, she caused a tremendous impact on Ning Meng both visually and spiritually

However, Ning Meng caught a glimpse of the unmistakable smile lines on his face, which clearly conveyed the message: "Yes, yes, I am indeed handsome, and I earn a lot of money."

Her voice was gentle and smooth, and after she finished a segment of her introduction, she received sincere praise from Shi Ying.

She clenched her fist, silently affirming her beliefs

Ning Meng nodded in agreement

Her question drew the attention of the other two people in the conference room, their gazes converging on Ning Meng's face like four beams of light.

Lu Jiming laughed heartily: "Mr. Shi, you are too eloquent and overly flattering towards me as your secretary"

She was almost overwhelmed by the praise from Shiyin and the protective nature of Lu Jiming, nearly losing sight of herself. But ultimately, she was merely a lowly servant, in contrast to the esteemed and the noble.

Watching Lu Jiming and Xu Sitian walk out together in front, they are such a delightful sight, a handsome man and a beautiful woman, tall, rich, and handsome, white, rich, and beautiful, they are simply a perfect match, so pleasing to the eye that it makes this little loser taste the flavor of his own name in his mouth

After Lu Jiming mentioned several major projects he led along with their revenues, he seemed to hit a snag

Ke Lu appears to be quite competent at work, managing to maintain the image of an industry elite. However, once off duty, he reveals his true nature as a debauched individual.

Ning Meng sat back down next to Lu Jiming and continued to take the meeting minutes

Lu Jiming asked Shi Ying: "May I ask Mr. Shi, who are the two signing representatives for this IPO project?"

Quartz smiled again and said to Lu Jiming, "Mr. Lu, perhaps in two years, you will also cultivate a Mr. Ning yourself!"

There are also some projects that are the responsibility of the individuals below. Please wait while I call the heads of the project departments to provide you with additional information.

To put it plainly, it is simply that the young lady has not yet developed the heart to cherish.

Lu Jiming this time responded particularly promptly: "Mr. Shi, please do not come here to poach my staff. I have tried nearly hundreds of secretaries before finding this one who works so well for me. I kindly ask for your understanding!"

After seeing off Shi Ying and Xu Sitian, Ning Meng sat in front of her workstation in a daze

Lu Jiming has already left work early. Before leaving, he hummed a few words to her, saying that she performed well today

Xu Sitian is also in finance. She relied on her family's connections to pursue an EMBA just six months after starting her job. Although she did not meet the age requirement of being under thirty, those conditions seem to restrict ordinary people, while the wealthy appear to be exempt from such limitations

In the future, I hope to become a renowned gold medal investment director within five years

The two of them, one person said, condescended to lower themselves.

Lu Jiming was so provoked by her that he was almost ready to defend his own offspring

A very small detail, yet it prompted the quartz to look up at Ning Meng. She gave Ning Meng a look of approval and a smiling thank you.

All project documents requiring signatures must be reviewed by her before being submitted to Lu Jiming. For many medium-sized projects, Lu Jiming may not even examine them closely; he listens to her summarize the key points before signing, and if he finds no issues, he signs them, or if there are problems, he returns them to the project department for resolution. For many small projects, Lu Jiming has simply delegated authority to the vice president to manage. At the end of the year, the vice president will produce a summary report, the contents of which Ning Meng is also well aware of. For many small projects, Lu Jiming has simply delegated authority to the vice president to manage. At the end of the year, the vice president will produce a summary report, the contents of which Ning Meng is also well aware of

She raised her head and said, "Mr. Lu, Mr. Shi, how about I try to assist by adding something first?"

That night after returning home, Ning Meng let down her ponytail, took off her glasses, and used a curling iron to create a few curls in her hair.

Lu Jiming noticed Ning Meng's unusual behavior and turned to look at her: "What’s wrong? Do you know Mr. Qian from Shiying?"

Another person said, doing odd jobs

Quartz said with a smile: "What a coincidence, the other signatory representative is also a woman, named Qian Fei"

Quartz expressed a bit of emotion: "Your secretary is truly remarkable, both poised and capable!" She then shifted her gaze to Ning Meng and gently asked, "You just poured me some water and specifically placed it on my left side. May I ask how you figured out that I am left-handed?"

On that day, we had an EMBA class reunion, and when I talked about this matter with Xiao Xu, she mentioned you, General Lu. She said not only are you accomplished at a young age, but most importantly, you grew up together, knowing each other very well. She warmly insisted that I come and sit with you. Having met you today, Xiao Xu was indeed right; General Lu is truly a talented young man

Ning Meng lowered her eyelids and stared gloomily at the notebook