Chapter 107 How could I possibly cause her trouble?
The group looked at each other in bewilderment.
Jiang Ruan's work ability is indeed impeccable.
In an instant, everyone's eyes fell on Director Luo, and they realized how easily a word from someone else could influence their judgment of Jiang Ruan herself.
"I was just saying it casually, why are you taking it so seriously?" Director Luo and Bai Jian had never gotten along. "Besides, I was just doing it for Jiang Ruan's own good."
"Ask them if this is for Jiang Ruan's own good." Bai Jian's gaze fell on her female colleagues.
Several people shook their heads in unison.
Director Luo swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue.
"Regardless of Jiang Ruan's identity or who greeted her tonight, she is still just Jiang Ruan." Bai Jian's words shut down those who wanted to take advantage of the situation. "She is Jiang Ruan from our Project Department 8."
Jiang Ruan had no idea at the moment that Bai Jian had done so much for her.
If it weren't for Bai Jian, her efforts and abilities would have been overshadowed by Director Luo's words, and people would no longer remember the outstanding Mei Xuan Jiang Ruan, but only her background and status as someone who came to experience life.
"Come, sit here." President Song led her to Huo Sinian's side.
Jiang Ruan glanced at the empty seat next to Xue Yan and subconsciously said, "I'll sit over there."
Before she could even move, she was pulled to sit down next to Huo Sinian by an external force. President Song pressed her chair down and whispered to her, "Young Master Huo is here to support you. Just sit here."
Jiang Ruan: "..."
What's with the support?
He and Huo Zhizhou have never gotten along.
She was about to say something when she looked up and saw that everyone at the table was looking at her, with Xue Yan and the others looking at her with a hint of curiosity.
As for Huo Sinian beside her, his gray-white suit gave him a cool and aloof air, and the silver-rimmed glasses on his nose added to his refined appearance. He leaned back in his chair, turned his head and called out to her, "Ruan Ruan."
"Hmm?" Jiang Ruan was a little confused by his way of addressing her.
"Who bullied you just now?" Huo Sinian asked gently, but his gaze swept over the people on the table with a hint of pressure. "Just tell me, your big brother will back you up."
Jiang Ruan was a little confused by his actions: "Nobody."
Huo Sinian: "Don't be afraid, I'm here."
Jiang Ruan: "..."
Jiang Ruan organized her thoughts for a moment: "I have no interaction with them, let alone bully them."
Hearing her say that, Xue Yan and Zhou Xulin, who had been forcibly invited into the private room, breathed a sigh of relief. Although they had only slightly provoked Jiang Ruan, if Huo Sinian really took it to heart, the consequences would probably be quite dire.
"I heard that Young Master Zhou caused trouble for Ruan Ruan this afternoon." Seeing that she wouldn't say anything, Huo Sinian simply turned his gaze directly to Zhou Xulin.
Zhou Xulin: "!!!"
Zhou Xulin was on the verge of a breakdown: "Nothing of the sort happened, why would I cause her any trouble?"
Huo Sinian didn't respond, which made his heart pound wildly, his palms sweat profusely, and he deeply regretted coming here.
The atmosphere inside the private room cooled down considerably at that moment.
"Miss Xue." Huo Sinian raised his eyes slightly, and his gentle eyes behind his glasses looked over. It was just a form of address, but it made Xue Yan's heart tighten and her spine go cold.
She suppressed her racing heartbeat and looked at him.
Huo Sinian adjusted his silver-rimmed glasses, his tone still gentle: "Did you get Ruan Ruan's clothes wet?"
"Yes," Xue Yan admitted under immense pressure.
“My brother has been a bit confused lately and is having a conflict with Ruan Ruan.” Huo Sinian’s gaze swept over them, as well as Yi Yun and Yu Yanfeng, exuding a strong sense of pressure. “But that doesn’t mean you can bully Jiang Ruan as you please.”
Jiang Ruan was stunned for a moment.
Why did they actually come to her aid?
"Does everyone understand?" Huo Sinian looked around.
Zhou Xulin and Xue Yan: "Understood!"
Yi Yun and Yu Yanfeng, still shaken, replied, "We understand, we understand."
"Didn't I tell you last time to call me if you needed anything?" Huo Sinian's gentle voice rang in her ear, his imposing manner softening at that moment. "Why did you still try to tough it out on your own?"
"Nothing happened, so I didn't bother you," Jiang Ruan said politely.
Huo Sinian pursed his lips, swallowing back all the words that were on the tip of his tongue, and changed his words: "Let's talk slowly after the celebration is over."
A question mark appeared on Jiang Ruan's forehead.
Are they very close?
I thought this to myself, but I didn't dare say it in front of so many people.
Besides those young ladies and gentlemen, there were also Yuan Yi's major shareholders and executives present, similar to the meal I had with Huo Zhizhou last time.
"Young Master Huo, let's toast to you." Mr. Zhou stood up with his glass in hand, recalling the situation when he had dinner with Huo Zhizhou last time, and put on a very good attitude, "It is an honor for Yuanyi for you to come to our tenth anniversary celebration."
"Let's skip the alcohol." Huo Sinian softened his demeanor, and his aloofness disappeared. "We don't drink."
Everyone exchanged glances, knowing that when he said "we," he was referring to him and Jiang Ruan.
With that, the meal became just a simple meal. Even when Huo Sinian told everyone to drink, everyone obediently picked up food and didn't drink. Even Yu Yanfeng and Yi Yun, who were usually the most arrogant and domineering, were as well-behaved as little rabbits, keeping their tails between their legs.
Jiang Ruan couldn't help but sigh.
The influence of the powerful and influential in this circle is truly immense.
A ding-dong sound.
Huo Sinian's phone rang.
He picked it up, unlocked it, and a message appeared on his screen: [Boss, we've stopped the Second Young Master.]
Huo Sinian glanced at it and then turned off his phone screen, as if nothing had happened.
Jiang Ruan glanced around out of the corner of her eye but saw nothing.
at the same time.
On Huo Zhizhou's side.
He knew it was Huo Sinian's doing from the moment several cars deliberately cut him off. Even though he had been careful to avoid them, the accident still happened due to the deliberate driving of the cars.
"Second Young Master." The driver looked at the car that had crashed into him and glanced at the rearview mirror.
Huo Zhizhou opened the car door and got out: "Call the police. Tell them the truth when they arrive."
Driver: "And you?"
Before the words had even finished,
A motorcycle that looked exceptionally expensive suddenly drove up and stopped in front of them. The rider then grabbed a helmet and tossed it to Huo Zhizhou: "BOSS, get on."
driver:"???"
Special Assistant Jiang!
Huo Sinian's men: "???"
Is that even possible?!
Huo Zhizhou took the helmet and looked at him.
Assistant Jiang: "?"
Huo Zhizhou parted his thin lips slightly: "Get down."
"They're cracking down really hard on this road during rush hour," Assistant Jiang said, but he promptly got out of the car. "Do you have a driver's license?"
Huo Zhizhou didn't say a word, put on his helmet and got on the motorcycle.
Judging from his proficiency, Assistant Jiang knew he was skilled, and at this moment he once again admired his boss's god-like prediction and made two preparations, otherwise it would have been quite troublesome to be stuck here.
Huo Zhizhou's eyes were deep. Ever since Gu Shixi told him that Huo Sinian had arrived, he knew that tonight's events were not simple. He deliberately appeared after Gu Shixi left, clearly with a purpose.
But so far, he can't figure out what he could do in that environment to achieve his goal.
Thinking about all this, my unease grew stronger and stronger, so much so that I made a phone call to Gu Shixi using a Bluetooth headset halfway through.
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