Chapter Seven

Lu Ziang glanced sideways, a hint of cunning glimmering in his eyes as he looked at her, "Really casual?"

In the end, she finished eating, but Lu Ziang still had not touched his food. Xin Xiaonuan said, "Don't you like eating instant noodles?"

Xin Xia Nuan was taken aback, and it was only then that she remembered that an hour ago, their relationship had undergone a qualitative change

Have you ever seen a younger sister seducing her older brother? Xin Xia Nuan said with a stern face

Lu Ziang is not wrong. For the past twenty-six years of Xin Xiangnuan's life, it has always been this way. From a young age, her father decided which school she would attend. Even if she was unwilling, she still complied. Her clothing and appearance were always dictated by her mother. She actually preferred to wear a ponytail, but her mother was momentarily infatuated with the mushroom hairstyle, claiming that the watermelon boy look was very cute. She never fought for anything, enduring several years with the watermelon hairstyle, until her mother changed her preference, and she complied once again. Her childhood aspiration was to become a teacher, but her father filled out her application, enrolling her in management. She thought she could make do with this and continue her studies, with her future job also arranged by her mother. She never fought for anything, always passively accepting others' arrangements. Her philosophy was simply to get by, to make do when possible. She never fought for anything, always passively accepting others' arrangements. Her philosophy was simply to get by, to make do when possible.

Xinxia remained sitting in place, feeling foolish and dazed. Eating instant noodles, did she provoke him? She was completely bewildered

What shall we eat? Lu Ziang asked again

She nodded slightly and moved a little closer to him, but Lu Zi'ang directly walked out, leaving her behind. The two of them walked one after the other, and the atmosphere was not pleasant, resembling a superior-subordinate relationship.

Many years ago, Xin Xia Nuan also thought that swearing brotherhood was inconsequential, until the subsequent upheaval made her deeply understand that after swearing brotherhood, their relationship became difficult to transcend.

Xin Xiangnuan lowered her head to look at her attire, a black and white professional outfit, the most conventional yet the most suitable and elegant work attire. What could possibly be wrong with it? Lu Zi'ang held a pen in his hand, pointing the pen tip at Xin Xiangnuan's collar, "Do not button the top button of your shirt." His gaze briefly wandered downwards, and Xin Xiangnuan immediately dodged, avoiding his gaze while glaring at him with wide eyes, as if warning him not to look around indiscriminately.

Lu Ziang squinted his eyes slightly and tilted his head, saying: "Your professional attire is not acceptable"

After Xin Xia Nuan and Lu Zi Ang finished their phone call, she pouted and said, "I am heading to the battlefield, wish me luck."

No. Xinxia Nuan was very certain. She did not yet know her colleagues well enough to tell them that this new president was merely her sworn brother; who would believe that? In this world, even blood relations can create a scene, let alone sworn brothers.

At that moment, the phone on Xin Xiaonuan's desk rang. She reached out to answer it, and on the other end came the very formal summons from Lu Zi'ang, "Miss Xin Xiaonuan, please come to the president's office."

It is just like that. Xin Xia Nuan immediately felt like crying

What? Pretend to be a couple?

Lu Ziang pointed at the curtains that had been drawn back behind him and said, "Please help me pull the curtains closed"

Indeed. Xin Xia Nuan only has him in her heart, erecting a protective barrier against other men. She prefers to retreat into her shell, unwilling to strive for anything. Manni said she missed out on a good man. Liao Xiu is a good man, but she is too fond of hiding in her shell, failing to engage warmly, not seeking to spend time together, and never considering the feelings of the other party; she merely wants to find someone to marry casually. However, such one-sided devotion, no matter how intense the feelings, will eventually fade away under the weight of exhaustion. Liao Xiu is a good man, but she is too fond of hiding in her shell, failing to engage warmly, not seeking to spend time together, and never considering the feelings of the other party; she merely wants to find someone to marry casually. However, such one-sided devotion, no matter how intense the feelings, will eventually fade away under the weight of exhaustion. Liao Xiu is right; he also wants to find a woman who loves him, but Xin Xia Nuan cannot provide that. It is not that Liao Xiu is inadequate; it is that she has not fulfilled her responsibilities as a girlfriend. Therefore, she has never blamed him for betraying her.

Lu Ziang must really dislike her personality. Xin Xianuan bitterly smiled to herself, realizing how different she was from the one in Lu Ziang's heart. Her character could almost be described with antonyms compared to that person. Ever since that person appeared, Lu Ziang has constantly reminded her in her ear, "Sister, if only you had half of what she has."

Lu Ziang was taken aback, released her, pressed the "23" key, and said nonchalantly, "There is instant noodles in the pantry of the president's office." Of course, Xin Xiaonuan was aware of this, but did she really spend her Chinese meal in the pantry of the president's office on the 23rd floor

Wait for the elevator at the stairs

At noon, during lunchtime, Xin Xiaonuan finally had the time to move her office. The office of the president's secretary is an independent room, generally located next to the president's office for convenience, and is internally connected to the president's office.

Sitting next to Xin Xiangnuan, Yao Xiaotao looked at her enviously as she packed her things, "Sister Xiangnuan, you are amazing. How did you manage to get your hands on a man like President Lu, who is both wealthy and incredibly handsome?"

Let's go. Long before anyone could tell when, Lu Ziang had already been standing outside the door, watching Xin Xianuan busy herself for quite a while. He leaned against the porch with empty hands and said calmly.

Xinxia Nuan suppressed her irritable feelings, stepped forward to close the blinds, and then drew the curtains. With a smile on her face, she asked, "Is there anything else you would like to instruct?"

Xin Xia, with her mouth agape, had no opportunity to speak with the - picture - book at all, as Lu Zi'ang completely blocked her way out. He only allowed her to choose between yes or no. If she chose yes, her relationship with Lu Zi'ang would become complicated. If she chose no, she could simply pack up and leave.

How can you entice me when you're dressed so conservatively? The president's secretary? Hmm?" He slightly raised his voice, seeming to question her, yet also to accuse her.

In fact, she is somewhat happy. After all, the person who holds her heart is him. Being with the one she likes, no matter what, should bring her joy

This door merely allows entry and exit, yet the outcome is vastly different. What is Xin Xianuan to Lu Zi'ang now? A sister? A lover? Such an innovative title. Xin Xianuan pursed her lips and smiled.

No matter how she looks at it, she feels that she is a waitress

Xin Xia warmed up for a moment without speaking, and after a long silence, said: "I'm sorry, how about we go out to eat instead?"

Now the company is aware of the unspoken relationship between you and me. Do you think they would believe it if we were to reveal our relationship to others?

Lu Ziang noticed that Xin Xianuan was silent and felt at a loss for what to do. He directly assigned her a task, "Please organize the list of senior personnel positions for me and deliver it to my office before the end of the workday."

Yao Xiaotao said to Zhen Yin with a displeased expression: "You are not as capable as others, so don't say the grapes are sour just because you can't reach them"

Do you remember what the head of the Human Resources Department said before leaving: "In fact, President Lu appointed you as the secretary to the president a long time ago, but he said he would inform you on the day he officially takes office. Look, your nameplate has already been prepared for you."

Xin Xia Nuan appeared to understand, waved her hand, indicating that it was time to leave. Manni then exited with great ease

This is just too accurate, why didn't it match with me? They also want to know. "Yao Xiaotao said with a bitter face, feeling very sad

Are we very idle?" Lu Ziang shot her a glance, "Let's be together.

Lu Ziang lowered his head, inching closer to her lips, "How about I eat you?"

In Lu Ziang's heart, she Xin Xia Nuan was not even half as good as her

Manny was taken aback, blinking twice, "Brother... is that really so?"

Oh, so it was already predetermined, no wonder she readily agreed to go shopping with me. In fact, she has long had that kind of relationship with the new president. " Zhen Yin looked at her with a sarcastic expression, her face filled with disdain

Come in

In conclusion, you have seduced.

Lu Ziang had a gloomy expression, "I have been thinking, if someone else were sitting in this position, would you really go so far as to seduce them?"

Xin Xia Nuan pondered for a long time and said in a conciliatory tone: "Brother, after we are together, if you encounter a woman you admire, just let me know, I will not be a stumbling block for you"

She cannot lose this job. Even if she has to let it go, it should not be at this moment

Xin Xia Nuan stopped in front of the president's office door, took a deep breath, and knocked on the door

"It's really casual." As soon as Xin Xia Nuan finished speaking, Lu Zi Ang reached out and pushed her, trapping her within his sphere of influence. Xin Xia Nuan found herself forced into Lu Zi Ang's embrace, struggling a couple of times, but seeing it was ineffective, she looked at him with a gaze of astonishment

The position has been given to you; it depends on your performance. You have one month to entice; if you are unsuccessful, we will replace you.

Lu Ziang stood up coldly and shot her a glance, saying, "No need, you can continue eating. After you finish, print the list and bring it to my office." After saying this, he left without looking back

Seeing the sparkling and adoring gaze of Yao Xiaotao, Xin Xianuan felt a bit shy, "The turtle and the mung bean are eye to eye."

Lu Ziang looked at the elevator door and said to it: "What shall we eat today?"

After finishing tidying up her new office, Xin Xia Nuan let out a sigh of relief ten minutes later as she clapped her hands

Lu Ziang furrowed his brows as the elevator doors opened. The two entered without exchanging a word. Lu Ziang pressed the button for "B1," with one hand in his pocket, remaining silent. Xin Xianuan also maintained her silence

Xin Xia, with a warm smile on her face but not in her eyes, said, "Why hasn't anything changed? I have grown taller."

Being able to be with someone one has secretly loved for many years must be an incredibly happy thing. Xin Xia Nuan should feel fortunate, yet there is a knot in her heart that prevents her from feeling joy. This knot is so deeply etched in her memory, standing between her and Lu Zi Ang, denying the possibility that Lu Zi Ang wants to be with her because he likes her.

Xin Xia Nuan warmly opened the door. As soon as the door was opened, she saw Lu Zi Ang sitting in his seat with a smile, a smile that carried a hint of playfulness. Xin Xia Nuan ignored it, cleared her throat, and said in a very formal tone: "What instructions does the President have?"

The news regarding Xin Xia Nuan and the new president Lu Zi Ang having an affair spread like wildfire. As soon as the welcome meeting concluded, the head of the Human Resources Department specifically went up to the 23rd floor to give Xin Xia Nuan a new nameplate, immediately appointing her as the president's secretary

Xin Xianuan felt wronged and could only grit her teeth, looking at him with a pleading gaze, "Brother, I was wrong. I won't do such things again. Please don't mess with me anymore." Xin Xianuan still did not know Lu Zi'ang? His repeated emphasis on her "seduction plan" was merely a way to intimidate her, to see if she would still entertain such thoughts in the future, degrading herself and falling into some unspoken rules.

I am referring to your character. It remains the same as before, submissive and compliant, never striving for anything for yourself

Xin Xia became entangled for a moment, "So what should we do?"

In the past, Xin Xia Nuan would have certainly torn off her nameplate and packed up to leave. However, the situation is different now; everyone in the president's office knows that she rose through unspoken rules and was the first to enter the new president's office. If she were to leave like this, it would only lead to two assumptions. First, she would be directly kept by someone and would no longer need to continue working. Second, she would be upset that Lu Zi Ang publicly disclosed their relationship and caused a breakup. This would also leave her with an even worse reputation. How? Does she still want to ascend unnoticed, pretending to be a diligent comrade who climbed up through her own efforts? That would be hypocritical and pretentious. Although Xin Xia Nuan has always been self-aware of her own circumstances, losing her job while also being labeled as hypocritical and insidious would be even more humiliating than rising through unspoken rules. It would make it difficult for her to navigate the secretarial profession in the future.

The change of tone was too abrupt. Xin Xia Nuan nodded, feeling somewhat unaccustomed to it

Xin Xia, trembling and unsteady, took the plaque, bowed deeply, and her expression did not appear joyful, but rather one of about to cry.

Manny, who had been standing next to Xinnuan all along, finally spoke up. She grinned foolishly and nudged the dazed Xinnuan, "You really are something. You must have already inquired about our new president's information and made the first move. Oh my, Xinnuan, I never expected you to have this side to you"

Lu Ziang suddenly leaned both hands on the table, interlocking them, presenting a regal demeanor, with a rather mocking expression, "Warm, I am quite easy to entice. Care to give it a try?"

Having stayed in the United States for five years and eaten instant noodles for four years, do you think I would still love to eat them

Lu Ziang did not even move his head, but reached out to press the door close button, and the elevator closed again. He said, "If it continues to be so casual, I will eat you."

The answer is correct. In the break room, she made a bowl of instant noodles for Lu Ziang, but Lu Ziang merely said lightly, "Just put it down." It seemed he wasn't very interested in eating. Xin Xia Nuan could only sit beside him and eat her own instant noodles.

"Whatever." Xin Xia Nuan replied again

"When you gave your first kiss to me back then, weren't you trying to seduce your brother?" Lu Ziang looked at Xin Xianuan with an innocent expression. Xin Xianuan's face immediately turned red, and she stammered, "That time... it was just a game we played for your birthday."

Xin Xia Nuan said irritably, "What do you mean by this?"

Xin Xia warmly nodded her head, just as she was about to go out, she was called by Lu Zi'ang, who said: "Dear, let's have Chinese food together at noon"

Manny wore a sympathetic expression and said, "I can see it but can't have it, I understand." Xin Xia Nuan responded with a very disdainful look, thinking, what do you understand? It's not that I can see it but can't have it; it's about how to deal with the foolish bet I once made.

Xin Xia did not speak, her gaze fixed on Lu Zi'ang, waiting for his next words. She had a bad feeling about it.

Lu Ziang understands her personality very well, and she understands Lu Ziang as well. A man like Lu Ziang would not crouch beside her shell to coax her out, nor would he wait quietly; he would directly smash her shell, leaving her with no way to retreat. He is fully aware that Xin Xiaonuan can only thrive in dire circumstances, and he cannot give her any way out.

"If I told you he is my brother, would you believe it?" Xin Xia Nuan turned her head with a sorrowful and compassionate expression, looking rather pitiful.

Xinxia's chin was about to drop. Before she could even take a breath, Lu Zi'ang said, "Between us, do you think there is anyone more suitable?"

Whatever

Hmph. Zhen Yin tossed her head and entered her office

Lu Ziang smiled and said, "Warm, after all these years, you still haven't changed"

Manny, coming out of the office, had her high-end bag slung over her shoulder and was holding a phone in her hand, chatting warmly. When she reached Xinya Nuan, she covered the microphone and silently mouthed to Xinya Nuan, "I am leaving first, Bi Fangshi."

We will do as others think.

"The skirt can be a bit shorter." Lu Ziang ignored her angry face

Xin Xia smiled awkwardly and casually said, "Brother, I suddenly want to eat instant noodles"

Xin Xia Nuan was momentarily taken aback and had not yet responded when the elevator suddenly chimed, indicating their arrival. Xin Xia Nuan had no choice but to gently nudge Lu Zi Ang, who remained motionless, saying, "We have arrived"

Xin Xia's warm face turned red again, and she hurriedly explained, "Brother, stop teasing me. I wasn't unaware at that time..."

"No, no, I was just joking," Xin Xia Nuan said, seeing that Lu Zi Ang seemed to forgive her, and immediately tried to clear her name. Lu Zi Ang's previously unpredictable expression finally returned to normal, and he said, "Ah, if you had told me earlier, I wouldn't have gone to such lengths to deal with you."

Xin Xia Nuan attempted to negotiate with Lu Zi Ang, saying, "That... I can continue to be my secretary assistant."