Chapter 45 Apology

Chi Yuan adjusted his state and went out directly.

She drank some wine last night and could have taken a day off, but Qi Wang's behavior made it impossible for her to take a peaceful vacation.

She must work hard to improve and restore the Chi family to its former glory, faster and faster...

On the way to the Chi's building, she contacted He Yuanshan and asked him to come to Chi, and at the same time invited him to be a technical consultant for Chi's R&D department.

Heyuanshan naturally would not refuse.

"If you need my help, just tell me directly. There's no need to give me the title of technical consultant. It doesn't matter to me whether you have any or not."

Chi Yuan certainly knew that he would not care about these things. He Yuanshan was young and had everything. Being Chi's technical consultant would not even bring him any benefits. On the contrary, his reputation could attract investment for Chi's.

"It's a formal hire after all. How can we pay you if you don't follow the procedures?"

This is certainly not about salary. Even if you are good friends, you still have to go through the necessary procedures.

Heyuanshan may not ask for it, but Chi, as the employer, cannot refuse to give it.

"I still trust you. I'll be right over."

According to the clocking-in time, Chi Yuan was already late when he arrived at the company.

She went straight to the R&D department, and the employees she met on the way always looked at her twice.

Chi Yuan felt it was very strange, but she couldn't tell what was strange about it.

Finally arriving at the R&D office, she planned to talk directly to the department manager to discuss the project plan in detail.

When he reached the door of the single cubicle office, Chi Yuan couldn't ignore the feeling of being stared at. He turned his head slightly and glanced back.

It seemed like the entire department was staring at her.

She chose to knock on the door first and walk into the single room.

The manager was not surprised to see her coming, but there was a questioning look in his eyes.

"Miss, Mr. Chi has already told me about your plan, but I don't think this is the right place for you. I believe you understand the importance of research and development. Your sudden joining will increase our workload to a certain extent."

Apparently the department manager was not friendly towards her.

Chi Yuan frowned: "From what you said, I am a burden?"

Since my father has already passed the message on, it means he supports it.

How dare the department manager speak like that?

Her technical ability was recognized throughout the city four years ago. Even though she has not participated in any projects for four years, it does not mean that she has lost her ability to study computers.

"That's not what I meant." The manager said in a deep voice, "Miss, you haven't been involved in work for a long time, and now that Chi is in crisis, I'm afraid the R&D department doesn't have the time to accompany you in trial and error."

"How do you know I need to try and fail?" Chi Yuan leaned his hands on his desk. "The R&D department needs people now, doesn't it? I will hire experts to participate in R&D with everyone and achieve technological breakthroughs."

The manager just chuckled, as if mocking her naiveté. "Expert? Who else is willing to give Chi's advice now? If you really care about the company, why not be practical and ask your husband to give us more funds to support our research and development?"

It’s Qi Wang again.

It seemed as if she had asked Qi Wang for everything.

But no one sees her own value.

"Then, from what the manager said, I can't even get into the R&D department?" Chi Yuan said in a sinister voice, "I have a project plan in hand. Once completed, it can attract more investment and customers for Chi Corporation. Are you still going to reject me?"

"If you have any projects, you can leave them to me. As for you, Miss, since you are married into the Qi family, you should worry less about the Chi family."

These words completely pissed off Chi Yuan.

If it weren't for the computer, she really wanted to throw the cup of tea over.

"My father didn't even say I wasn't a member of the Chi family, yet you, an employee, are already pointing fingers at me."

But the manager was not afraid. He sneered and said, "I didn't say you are not a member of the Chi family. It's just that you married Mr. Qi, so you should be more considerate of him. What are you doing meddling in Chi's affairs? If you can't even manage your own family well, don't meddle in department affairs."

The relationship between him and Qi Wang can be considered a secret, and few outsiders know about it.

But the manager said this because, on the one hand, he didn't trust her, and on the other hand... he probably thought that women should stay at home to take care of their husbands and children.

But this is her private matter. How can he, a department manager, be qualified to judge?

"My family situation is none of your business. In the company, we only talk about work, not personal relationships. If you don't want me to join, there's only one way. Prove that you're technically better than me."

Chi Yuan raised the corner of his mouth, looking determined: "Otherwise, give me a reason that can convince me."

What's the point of using gender and identity as an excuse?

"Miss, we are very busy at work and don't have time to fool around with you. What if we win? What if we lose? If the work progress is delayed, you have to take responsibility even if you are Mr. Chi's daughter!"

In short, they didn't let her in, let alone give her a chance to prove herself.

But the reasons he gave were impeccable.

The manager seemed to be getting excited too. He slammed the table, stood up, and continued, "You also know the current situation of Chi's company. We can't afford to make any mistakes. I can't allocate resources to you to work on your project. Because if something goes wrong, it will be a devastating blow to Chi's company. Do you understand?"

Chi Yuan now understood what the manager was worried about.

After all, what does it matter if she has the ability? It all depends on whether others believe it or not.

The only people in this world who are still willing to believe in her strength are probably the Bai brothers and sisters and He Yuanshan.

She suddenly remembered her father's attitude.

Could he also not fully believe in her return?

"Even if I serve as a technical consultant, you still don't trust me?"

Someone pushed open the door, and Chi Yuan knew that the person was He Yuanshan.

She suddenly felt like crying.

If I had known earlier, I wouldn't have called him over. He actually heard everything that happened just now.

"You're already doing research and development, but you're still hesitant. Ms. Chi said she would bring in funding and technology. Isn't that enough?"

The manager has been working in R&D management for many years, so he had naturally heard of the name of Heyuan Mountain. He didn't expect to see it with his own eyes today.

"Professor He, you mean..."

Seeing the two standing side by side, the manager's expression changed. He raised his head and yelled behind them, "Get back to work! What are you looking at?"

He Yuanshan's arrival attracted everyone's attention.

After the door closed again, the manager put on a serious expression: "Professor He, I didn't know the expert the young lady was talking about was you. I'm sorry."

"You should apologize to her." He Yuanshan put his hands behind his back and stood a little in front of Chi Yuan. "Ms. Chi was kind enough to share your burden, but you're blaming me. So, I want to ask the manager, do you have any better solutions now?"

The manager shook his head, his attitude no longer as tough as before.

He looked at Chi Yuan and seemed to want to say something but stopped himself several times.

Chi Yuan noticed something strange.

Ever since she entered the company today, everyone has been looking at her strangely.