While Chu Hongyu was busy arguing with her boss, Ning Yuan was busy preparing for the company's opening.
Ning Bingyu naturally knew about Ning Yuan starting a company. On the opening day, while drinking tea, he casually asked about the old man and his uncle Ning Zhengkun's reactions.
"What did Grandpa and Uncle say?"
“They said it was just kids playing house, so I didn’t take it to heart,” Tony replied.
His voice was deep and steady: "But we sent flower baskets, red envelopes, and opening gifts to Miss Ning Yuan's company for its opening."
Upon hearing this, Ning Bingyu paused in his actions, a mocking smile curving his lips: "Bought off for twenty million? It seems that the contrast between Ning Manfei, that good-for-nothing, and Ning Yuan is too stark, making these two old men think that Ning Yuan still has some value."
He was speechless; these old men, so shrewd all their lives, were so easily fooled by Ning Yuan.
Ning Bingyu glanced at Madam Ning at the morning tea table and instructed Chu Hongyu, who had just brought over several documents, "Prepare more flower baskets and a large red envelope. Make sure it's a grand affair."
Chu Hongyu immediately replied, "Okay, President Ning. Shall I deliver it myself?"
"No need, just let Tony do it," Ning Bingyu said, taking the document without looking up.
Tony volunteered, "President Ning, I was supposed to be on vacation this afternoon, but I'm free now. I'll take Assistant Chu there and help look after him while I'm at it."
Miss Ning Yuan had specifically invited him beforehand, and he had accepted.
Ning Bingyu then looked up and gave Tony a cool look: "Weren't you supposed to have the afternoon off to go on a date?"
Tony was taken aback for a moment, then said without changing his expression, "It's been cancelled at the last minute."
Ning Bingyu stared at him, seemingly trying to discern something from his face, but Tony remained calm and showed no sign of anything amiss.
Ning Bingyu raised an eyebrow, as if to say something: "Tony..."
But she was interrupted by Madam Ning.
Madam Ning put down her teacup and said elegantly, "Alright, let Tony take Hongyu with him, and bring my gift along as well."
Although she really wanted to attend her daughter's opening ceremony in person, Ning Yuan had specifically instructed her to keep a low profile and not to attract paparazzi or those random people trying to curry favor. Since none of her family members were invited, she had no choice but to give up and instead send some gifts and red envelopes to express her good wishes.
Chu Hongyu smiled and said, "That girl, Xiao Ning, is just too cautious."
Madam Ning sighed, her tone tinged with helplessness and indulgence: "Alright, when you go, please tell her to take care of her health and not to overwork herself."
“Yes, Madam,” Tony and Chu Hongyu replied in unison.
Ning Bingyu watched the two figures leave in tacit agreement, his eyes deep and unfathomable, lost in thought.
Following his gaze, Madam Ning said meaningfully, "Ayu, if you really want to change your ways and eat the grass near your own nest, don't even think about Hongyu."
Ning Bingyu paused, looked away from his mother, and smiled noncommittally: "Mommy, what are you saying?"
"You know perfectly well what I'm saying." Madam Ning put down her chopsticks.
She wiped her lips and said in a light tone, "Hongyu is Yuanyuan's best friend. If you dare to do anything reckless, and things fall apart, it will affect your little sister and Hongyu, and they won't be good friends anymore."
Ning Bingyu sighed and rubbed his forehead: "Mommy, what are you thinking? I'm not that tasteless."
He paused, sipped his tea, and continued, "I just think that Chu Hongyu is a good shield that can help me deal with the troubles of this transition period after breaking up with Cha Meiling."
Madam Ning raised an eyebrow: "A shield? You've got a good plan. But, A-Yu, you're used to fooling others, you'd better not fool yourself."
Of all the beauties she had ever seen in her life, her best friend Zhu Jun was number one, and Hong Yu was number two; both were typical beauties of Shanghai.
There are few men in the world who are not tempted by beauty.
Ning Bingyu chuckled dismissively and said, "I know, don't worry, I know what I'm doing."
He was worried that if this bodyguard and his bodyguard were to have an affair, it would be troublesome.
Bizarre headlines like "Young Master Ning's New Love Affair with Bodyguard, One Woman Serves Him as Master and Servant" can ignite Hong Kong media gossip headlines!
He had breakfast with his mother and watched as his second wife, Ning, was picked up by a car.
He lightly adjusted his glasses and glanced at Simon beside him: "Simon, I told you to pick two people to follow Assistant Chu..."
"Don't worry, they're already with Assistant Chu and will ensure her safety," Simon said immediately.
He knew that the young master's former girlfriend, a minor celebrity, had been the target of jealousy and acid attacks.
After all, being able to follow the young master is equivalent to rising in status.
Ning Bingyu casually instructed, "Except for not following her when she goes to the restroom, she should follow you on all her activities during her stay in Hong Kong. Next time, it would be best to hire a female bodyguard."
Simon paused for a moment, but nodded anyway: "Yes."
He couldn't help but sigh, "Assistant Chu's job is really tough."
...
Ning Yuan's company opened in Mong Kok. The company is small and only employs five people.
She registered the company under the name "Heart of the Era" as usual, with a wide range of business operations, from trade to investment, and even a little bit of the entertainment industry.
Diversified operations are the best way to mitigate risks.
Although the company is small, it is fully equipped and reflects her hard work and expectations.
Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting bright beams of light into the brand-new office. Ning Yuan looked around, feeling pleased.
Even small companies can't resist the enthusiasm of friends and family.
Fourth Uncle Ning Weiguo and Young Master Li both knew she didn't like being too high-profile, so they sent her red envelopes and opening flower baskets, which were lined up at the company entrance.
Next came the Ning family. Even Ning Man'an, who rarely appeared, sent a flower basket in Ning Manfei's name. The flowers were so abundant that they almost filled the small office.
Ning Yuan smiled slightly, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. It seemed that no matter how low-key she was, there were always people who thought of her.
"Seventh Miss, this is the menu for drinks and snacks for today's opening. Please take a look." The newly hired secretary, Peishan, came over with the menu for Ning Yuan's signature.
Peishan was specially transferred to her from the Chenguang Socialite Club by Madam Ning. She was meticulous, thoughtful, and capable, which earned her Ning Yuan's appreciation.
"Seventh Miss?" Ning Yuan raised an eyebrow and rubbed her temples helplessly.
Since Pei-shan arrived, everyone in the company has started calling her "Seventh Miss." She corrected them several times, but they still did as they pleased, so she gave up and let them be.
Ning Yuan took the form, quickly glanced at it, signed her name, and looked up at Pei Shan, asking, "Have you seen Aheng?"
Peishan shook her head: "I didn't see it. Should I go look for it?"
Ning Yuan caught a glimpse of a familiar figure at the doorway out of the corner of her eye, busy helping her hang the red silk ribbon, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Ever since his older brother Wei Heng appeared, A Heng has vanished without a trace, like a mouse seeing a cat.
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