Even until she got off work, Qiao Zhen couldn't fully concentrate on her work.
It wasn't until Lu Zheng appeared that Qiao Zhen's thoughts were broken.
"Hey, isn't that President Lu? Why is he here at this hour?"
"Stop looking around. Mr. Lu might come to check up on us. He's known for his high standards for his subordinates. We can't let him find out we're slacking off."
Unfortunately, Lu Zheng had no time to pay them any attention.
After entering, Lu Zheng went straight to Qiao Zhen's workstation.
"Zhenzhen, I'm here to pick you up from get off work."
Qiao Zhen was startled. She looked up and met Lu Zheng's smiling eyes, and couldn't help but purse her lips.
"I haven't gotten off work yet."
Qiao Zhen really didn't want to attend events with Lu Zheng anymore.
Wherever Lu Zheng goes, he becomes the center of attention. It's hard not to become famous if you're around him.
"It's okay, I approve your early departure today."
As the biggest boss of Starry Sky, Lu Zheng naturally has the right to decide the working hours of the company's employees.
"Lu Zheng!"
Qiao Zhen tried to struggle, but she was lifted up by the back of her neck by Lu Zheng like a little chick.
What are you doing?
Qiao Zhen's entire face turned bright red, so she simply covered her face with her hands, trying to bury her head in the sand.
Seeing her like this, Lu Zheng only thought she was silly, cute, and adorable.
"Didn't I say that you'd come with me to the business banquet tonight?"
Lu Zheng's tone was unquestionable as he led Qiao Zhen downstairs.
Throughout the journey, Qiao Zhen could hear her colleagues pointing and whispering.
However, she didn't take it to heart. The rumors had been circulating since her first day at the company.
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"You should at least let me tell my supervisor that leaving early without a valid reason will result in a deduction from my bonus."
Lu Zheng knew how much Qiao Zhen loved money, so he waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, not only will this month's bonus not be deducted, but I will also instruct the finance department to give you an extra three months' salary as compensation for accompanying me to the banquet tonight."
Qiao Zhen, who had been baring her teeth and claws, instantly became docile, like a kitten with its fur tucked in.
"Mr. Lu, are you telling the truth?"
Qiao Zhen's obedient demeanor successfully pleased Lu Zheng.
Lu Zheng smiled wickedly, "Let's see how you perform tonight."
This sentence sounded awkward no matter how you looked at it, and Qiao Zhen gritted her teeth in anger, but there was nothing she could do.
What Lu Zheng liked to see most was Qiao Zhen's expression of being both unconvinced and helpless.
The Maybach sped along the highway, and Qiao Zhen knew in her heart that it was impossible for her to get out of the car.
She silently took out her phone and sent a text message to her supervisor, explaining that she was going out to meet with a business partner.
The reply came quickly: Okay. Even if you work hard, take care of your health.
Their line of work is almost always either organizing documents or out seeking collaborations. Being late or leaving early is not unusual.
Lu Zheng's car took Qiao Zhen directly to a two-story building.
Qiao Zhen was no stranger to this place. When she went to a charity gala before, Lu Zheng also brought her here to get her hair and makeup done.
"Lu Shen, what style of look do you want this time?"
The stylist didn't ask Qiao Zhen's opinion, but directly asked He Luzheng.
Lu Zheng crossed his arms and looked at Qiao Zhen's delicate face. He parted his thin lips and slowly uttered a few words: "Then let's do a cold and glamorous look. It will make people look like they don't want to mess with you. It would be even better if it could keep people at a distance."
Qiao Zhen pursed her lips, listening to Lu Zheng and the stylist discuss things about her. As the person involved, she was treated like an outsider.
However, considering the triple salary and bonus, she tolerated it.
Soon, the stylist finalized Zi Qiao's makeup.
"Miss Qiao, let's go."
Looking at the stylist's smile, Qiao Zhen felt a chill run down her spine.
"Zhenzhen, be good, I'll be waiting for you here."
Before entering, Lu Zheng didn't forget to wink at Qiao Zhen.
Qiao Zhen felt a chill run down her spine, rubbed her arms, and followed the stylist inside.
After nearly an hour of waiting, and after Qiao Zhen's stomach had rumbled for what seemed like the hundredth time, the stylist finally let her go.
"Alright, Miss Qiao, what do you think? Do you like it?"
Qiao Zhen then looked in the mirror and was stunned for a moment.
The reflection in the mirror showed her with delicate features, bright red lips, and chestnut hair styled into large curls that flowed smoothly down her back.
Her already fair skin was only lightly powdered, and an artificial beauty mark was added to the corner of her eye.
"This is the dress I picked out for you, Miss Qiao, please go and try it on."
Qiao Zhen looked at the bright red dress in her hand and felt goosebumps all over her body.
If she wore this dress to a banquet, wouldn't she be forced to steal the spotlight?
"Can you replace it?"
Qiao Zhen spoke weakly, only to be met with a ruthless rejection.
"This was personally selected for you by Mr. Lu, and it matches his suit perfectly. Miss Qiao, please don't make things difficult for me; you should try it on."
Since the stylist had said so, Qiao Zhen had no choice but to grab her skirt and crawl into the fitting room, even if she didn't want to.
Soon, Qiao Zhen changed into her dress and came out of the door.
The stylist was slightly amazed when they first saw Qiao Zhen.
He had dressed like many female celebrities in the past, but Qiao Zhen didn't have the airs of a female celebrity. Instead, she had a natural sexiness and charm.
"Miss Qiao, Mr. Lu is waiting for you outside." Qiao Zhen lifted her skirt and walked out slowly.
After changing his clothes, Lu Zheng quietly waited outside Qiao Zhen's dressing room.
Lu Zheng saw Qiao Zhen the moment she came out.
Against the backdrop of the red dress, Qiao Zhen's skin appeared even whiter and more delicate.
Qiao Zhen, who usually wears only light makeup, wore exquisite bright red lipstick for the first time, exuding a mature and sexy aura.
"Gurgle---"
Lu Zheng swallowed hard.
Qiao Zhen naturally saw Lu Zheng's actions as well, her face flushed red, and she lowered her head slightly.
Lu Zheng was wearing a sapphire blue suit, his hair was styled in a casual way, with a few playful strands of hair pinned up on his forehead.
At this moment, Lu Zheng was enveloped in a contradictory aura.
A domineering and ruthless young nobleman, with a touch of roguish charm.
"Lu Zheng, can I change my dress? This one is a bit too bright."
Qiao Zhen nervously clutched the hem of her skirt.
Just by looking at Lu Zheng's expression, Qiao Zhen knew what he was thinking.
"No, this dress suits you perfectly."
Lu Zheng was telling the truth; this red dress really suited Qiao Zhen.
With this makeover, Qiao Zhen seemed to have transformed back into the spirited, bright, and flamboyant eldest daughter of the Qiao family.
"Let's go, my dear princess."
Lu Zheng walked to Qiao Zhen's side and offered his arm to her.
Qiao Zhen was amused by his words and actions, and reached out to hook her arm around Lu Zheng's.
The two got into the car and drove off toward the venue where the banquet was being held.
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