However, due to the microphone, he could only hear Zhao Nianmeng's words, but not Section Chief Zheng's voice on the other end of the phone.
Even so, Lin Jiafu had already guessed the meaning of the two people quite well according to his own thoughts.
The private rooms at Xinghualou...
Lin Jiafu thoughtfully withdrew his gaze, then pretended to have just arrived at the door and knocked on the office door.
Hearing the knock, Zhao Nianmeng put the microphone aside and said, "Come in."
Lin Jiafu then opened the door and gave Zhao Nianmeng a gentle smile.
"Oh, it's Team Leader Lin," Zhao Nianmeng said with a relaxed smile upon seeing Lin Jiafu. "Team Leader Lin, what can I do for you?"
Seeing that the girl's face was flawless, with a gentle smile as always, Lin Jiafu subtly curved his lips and spoke in a warm voice.
"It's nothing, I just wanted to ask if Director Zhao has time for lunch today so we can go to the factory canteen together."
The two occasionally ate lunch together at the factory canteen, so Zhao Nianmeng didn't seem surprised by Lin Jiafu's invitation today.
But remembering that she had already arranged to have lunch with Section Chief Zheng at Xinghualou to discuss business, Zhao Nianmeng could only smile apologetically at Lin Jiafu.
"I'm so sorry, Team Leader Lin, I have something to do today. I've made plans to eat out with a friend. How about we reschedule for another day..."
Lin Jiafu was taken aback at first, but then quickly showed an understanding smile, though a hint of disappointment was subtly revealed in his eyes.
"It's alright," Lin Jiafu smiled and said understandingly, "We can do it another day. I was too abrupt today."
Seeing Lin Jiafu like this, Zhao Nianmeng felt even more apologetic and could only smile sheepishly: "How about this, I'll treat you to dinner tomorrow to express my apology for today."
"That's settled then," Lin Jiafu said with a forced, teasing smile, instantly easing the somewhat awkward atmosphere. "Tomorrow I'll order the most expensive dishes, so Director Zhao has to keep his word."
Seeing this, Zhao Nianmeng subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief, then smiled slightly and said, "No problem, then it's a deal."
The two exchanged a smile, and at that moment, Zhao Nianmeng glanced at the watch on her wrist, then smiled shyly at Lin Jiafu.
"Then I'd better hurry up and go to the appointment, or I'll be late."
Lin Jiafu nodded in understanding, stepped aside, and made way for them.
"Director Zhao, hurry up, don't be late."
Zhao Nianmeng nodded, looking at Lin Jiafu's sincere smile, and hesitated for a moment.
Should she... tell Lin Jiafu about the project proposal and get his opinion?
Lin Jiafu has always been very supportive of her. Since she became the factory manager, Lin Jiafu has often given her help with her work.
If Zhao Nianmeng really had to choose one person she could trust in this factory, it would only be Lin Jiafu.
Moreover, the other person is also a top university student, so who knows, he might be able to give me some advice after I tell him.
Zhao Nianmeng hesitated, unsure whether to speak up.
Seeing this, and considering Zhao Nianmeng's hesitant expression, Lin Jiafu recalled the phone conversation he had overheard at the office door.
Lin Jiafu was instantly overjoyed.
If Zhao Nianmeng could tell me about the project proposal...
Thinking of this, Lin Jiafu suppressed his eagerness and asked with concern, "Director Zhao, is there anything else?"
"Well... nothing else, it's just..."
Zhao Nianmeng remained hesitant. Based on her understanding of Lin Jiafu, she felt that Lin Jiafu should know about this matter.
But a voice inside her kept telling her not to tell Lin Jiafu anything about the project proposal.
Her intuition also told her that she couldn't let anyone know about this, not even Lin Jiafu, whom she trusted most.
Zhao Nianmeng was conflicted and hesitant, and then she remembered what Jiang Sheng had told her.
Jiang Sheng told her not to trust anyone in the factory, not even Lin Jiafu.
Thinking of this, Zhao Nianmeng instantly came to her senses.
It was precisely because she trusted Lin Jiafu that she couldn't tell him about this.
If others find out, who knows what they'll say about him and Lin Jiafu behind their backs.
"Director Zhao, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Lin Jiafu quickly stepped forward and asked with feigned concern, "If you're really feeling unwell, why don't you cancel your lunch appointment and I'll take you back to the lounge to rest for a while?"
"No."
Zhao Nianmeng's eyes cleared instantly, and she smiled faintly at Lin Jiafu: "Maybe it's because you're hungry. Team Leader Lin, you should go eat quickly. I need to go over there soon too."
Lin Jiafu's smile froze for a moment, but he quickly recovered.
"Then Director Zhao, please get back to your work. I won't bother you any longer."
Zhao Nianmeng didn't notice anything wrong with Lin Jiafu's expression. Hearing what he said, she breathed a sigh of relief and nodded.
Watching Zhao Nianmeng's departing figure, Lin Jiafu's smile gradually disappeared, replaced by a cold expression. His hands hung at his sides, his fingers clenched tightly.
He had just realized that Zhao Nianmeng was about to tell him, but he didn't know what she was thinking and ultimately didn't tell him.
It seems that I don't hold enough weight in Zhao Nianmeng's heart.
He had to think of another way to deepen his impression on Zhao Nianmeng.
With that thought in mind, Lin Jiafu no longer hesitated and quickened his pace. After Zhao Nianmeng left the factory, he also headed out of the factory.
...
At this moment, Zhao Nianmeng stood at the entrance of Xinghualou Hotel, let out a soft breath, and then quickly walked towards the private room on the second floor.
What he didn't know was that not far from her, a tail was following her at a leisurely pace.
It was none other than Lin Jiafu.
Seeing Zhao Nianmeng arrive at a private room on the second floor, Lin Jiafu called over a waiter.
"Hello, is this private room next door reserved?"
"No, sir, would you like to reserve this private room?"
Upon hearing that the private room was empty, Lin Jiafu nodded without hesitation.
"That's right, it's settled now, this will be troublesome."
After saying that, Lin Jiafu strode into the private room, which was separated from the next private room by a wall.
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