Chapter 82 Workplace Bullying
The director immediately assured him, "Of course the station knows that Zhou Heran and Qi Xiaoyun are mortal enemies, and they definitely won't put them at the same dinner party. Don't worry."
Yu Li said, "That's a real pity. What I meant was that it's such a shame that they can both be in the same place at the same time and not at the same dinner party."
"Since the station has arranged two dinners, let's just forget about it. Besides, I'm sure Mr. Zhou is tired from traveling all night, so let him go back to his hotel to rest as soon as possible."
Upon hearing this, the director changed his mind: "Actually, the station only arranged one dinner party, but since you said Zhou Heran is willing to have dinner at the same table as Qi Xiaoyun, that would be perfect."
Yu Li smiled enigmatically: "So, Director, you were lying to me earlier. There were two dinner parties. Actually, I was lying to you earlier too. Director, you all know that the two of you don't get along."
"They even arranged a dinner party. Is this a deliberate attempt to create buzz and attract viewers to the station?"
The director, his true thoughts exposed, smiled somewhat awkwardly: "Yu Li, how could you think of the station like that..."
“We’re both in the news business, and we know exactly what the station is planning, but I still want to give you some advice. I’d also like to trouble the director to pass this on to the higher-ups.”
"Traffic is only temporary, but if we completely offend two top stars because of this, I'm afraid even fewer celebrities will be willing to come to the station to record programs in the future."
The director's face darkened. As a leader, being told what to do by a subordinate would naturally make anyone unhappy.
His expression immediately changed: "Yu Li, what I just said wasn't a discussion with you, but rather that you must complete the task the station has given you."
"If you keep refusing tasks assigned by the station and displease the higher-ups, even if you are an excellent worker, you will not have the opportunity to be promoted."
"The opportunity is right in front of you, and I saw Zhou Heran chatting and laughing with you. He seems quite satisfied with you. It's just a dinner party. As long as you talk to him, he will definitely agree."
"Young people, don't be too stubborn, and don't oversimplify things. Doing your job well is one thing, but in the workplace, the first thing you need to learn is how to be a good person."
As he spoke, the director raised his hand and placed it on Yu Li's shoulder.
Yu Li didn't want to waste time talking to the director, but she didn't expect that he would start hitting her while they were talking.
Yu Li had seen workplace harassment before, but she didn't expect the director to be so good at hiding it. She hadn't noticed it before, but today she was provoked and couldn't hold back anymore.
Fortunately, because of her pregnancy, she refrained from using her mouth or hands as much as possible, because it would be bad if she stimulated the baby in her belly.
But the director's thieving hand was already on her shoulder. If she didn't make a move, then all her years of Taekwondo training would have been for nothing.
Just as she was about to make a move, a hand suddenly grabbed the director's hand, lifted it up, and twisted it.
Yu Li could even hear the sound of bones breaking, and the director who had been arrogant and domineering just a second ago was now contorted in pain the next.
"If you want a handshake or an autograph, just tell me. Why make things difficult for a young girl? Besides, it's rare to find an employee as outstanding and dedicated as Ms. Yu."
"If you manage to drive away such good employees, then I think your makeshift team can pack up and prepare for bankruptcy liquidation."
After dealing with the fans, Zhou Heran couldn't find Yu Li anywhere and wondered where she had gone.
Then, around the corner, she saw that the director was threatening Yu Li with words while also physically assaulting her.
Although it's just a simple pat on the shoulder, this is already a common gesture of workplace harassment.
Zhou Heran quickly took a picture with his phone and then walked over quickly.
While restraining the director, he pulled Yu Li behind him and gave her a look that said, "Don't be afraid."
Actually, what Yu Li wanted to say was that he really misunderstood. In such a small situation, Yu Li didn't even know how to be afraid.
But since someone had already made a move, Yu Li saved herself the trouble and stepped aside, letting Zhou Heran do his thing.
The director was clearly a bully who preyed on the weak. Knowing that Yu Li was an employee of the station, he knew she wouldn't dare offend him for the sake of her job.
But Zhou Heran is different. With his status, how could a mere director like him possibly offend him?
The director didn't even dare to cry out in pain, and could only put on a forced smile and say, "Mr. Zhou, you misunderstand. Yu Li is the most outstanding newcomer in our station."
"We cherish talent, how could we possibly exclude her? I was just joking around with her about work."
Zhou Heran raised an eyebrow. "I think I heard my name just now. What kind of job do you do? Tell me, and let me judge whether you're talking about work or engaging in workplace bullying?"
The director immediately explained, "Of course it's not workplace bullying! This matter does indeed concern you, Mr. Zhou. The station has arranged a dinner party, so we wanted Yu Li to inform you..."
Before I could finish speaking, my phone chimed.
Zhou Heran raised his hand, making a silencing gesture.
It was a message from Qi Chenyan.
To be precise, Zhou Heran just forwarded the photos he took to Qi Chenyan.
Your wife has been bullied.
Almost two hours have passed since Zhou Heran sent the first message to Qi Chenyan.
It seems that Qi Chenyan has finally finished his work and has time to check the news.
However, for Qi Chenyan to reply within two hours was a great favor to others, and Zhou Heran was deeply moved.
After all, as brothers who grew up together, it's normal for them to not reply to messages for half a day.
It wasn't that Qi Chenyan deliberately didn't reply, but rather that he rarely used his phone; for him, the only function of a phone was to contact him.
But recently, even Zhou Heran noticed that Qi Chenyan was replying to messages faster.
To put it in perspective, aside from being unable to use his phone while working, this Director Qi, who can be considered a veteran cadre, spends a lot of time on his phone!
Is this the kind of change that all married people experience?
[Qi will transfer 100,000 to you.]
I agreed to the dinner invitation; I'll go to this address.
I thought Qi Chenyan had finally had a change of heart and that it was all for his wife's sake.
As expected, feelings change, and in the end, it was all a misplaced trust.
Zhou Heran put away his phone and gave the director a half-smile.
"Did Lantian also prepare a dinner for me? Since you're being so polite, I should at least go for Miss Yu's sake."
Upon hearing this, the director was overjoyed: "Mr. Zhou, it's wonderful that you're willing to attend the dinner. I'll let them know right away..."
"No need. You know the special nature of my identity; the place where I eat must have a high degree of privacy."
"So I always have a specific restaurant in mind, let's go to this one, do you have any problems?"
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