Chapter 20
Take the initiative to hold hands (repair).
The Zhao family was a wealthy family in the area. Although they were not as well-established as the Jiang family, they were still very rich.
The hostess of the birthday banquet, Mrs. Zhao, is already in her eighties. As she gets older, she loves lively gatherings, and this time she invited a large number of people, almost covering all the prominent families in the area.
Xu had asked for leave in advance and went home with Jiang Fengyi as she requested.
What she didn't know was that after her colleagues learned that she and Jiang Fengyi had taken the same day off, the conversation about the two of them in the break room went on and on.
"Hey! Did you guys hear? The new guy, Xiao Xu, and General Manager Jiang both took leave at the same time."
"Last month, I ran into President Jiang on a business trip without taking Sister Wu, who has excellent business skills, with him instead. He brought this little-known assistant."
"Oh? I thought President Jiang disliked Xiao Xu, he frowned as soon as he saw her."
"That was only recently. Not long ago, Xiao Xu was a big favorite of President Jiang. President Jiang liked to bring her along with everything he did."
He Shuyi was munching on potato chips in the corner, thinking to herself, "You guys have finally discovered the couple I ship."
A colleague noticed her and pulled her into a casual conversation.
“Xiao He, you’re usually close to Xiao Xu, tell me what’s so special about her that makes President Jiang so fond of her.”
Before she could even swallow the potato chips in her mouth, He Shuyi mumbled, "Does being exceptionally beautiful count?"
She counted on her fingers: "She's young and good-looking, has good professional skills, and knows how to make the boss happy. If it were me, I would love to take her on business trips too."
Someone said, "I can also make President Jiang happy!"
He Shuyi glanced at her and said, "You're always the first to run when we're reporting on our work. You can't even speak clearly to President Jiang, and you still want to flatter him?"
"President Jiang always has a cold face. Even if she doesn't say anything, I'm still intimidated just by her standing in front of me."
"What do you know? This is called a high-class beauty, a cold beauty, you know? Although Xiao Xu's face is indeed pretty, when it comes to beauty, who can compare to President Jiang! Every time I see President Jiang, my resentment at work dissipates a lot."
"Haven't you noticed that President Jiang has been keeping a stern face around Xiao Xu lately? Every time Xiao Xu takes a document to sign, the air around President Jiang seems to drop two degrees."
Some speculated: "Xiao Xu must have done something wrong to upset President Jiang."
"Sigh, it's so hard to please your boss."
"Then tell me, does Xiao Xu's leave this time have anything to do with President Jiang?"
"It's probably just a coincidence. I saw that quite a few senior executives in the company also took leave, so their leave is probably related to President Jiang. Xiao Xu probably just happened to be there that day."
"I heard it was a birthday banquet hosted by the Zhao family, and they invited many people from the industry to attend."
"You know all this? Tell me more about other gossip from wealthy families, sister."
"Could it be that Xiao Xu is also in their circle?"
"That doesn't seem right. I feel like Xiao Xu is just an ordinary person like us. Last time she even taught me how to grab discount coupons."
......
Xu, who was staying at Jiang Fengyi's house, woke up early because of her biological clock. She waited until the sun was high in the sky, but the styling team that Jiang Fengyi had mentioned still hadn't arrived.
Xu then asked Jiang Fengyi, who was having breakfast, to confirm, "You haven't gotten the date wrong, have you? Are you sure it's today?"
"The styling team might have been delayed by something."
Jiang Fengyi changed the subject, seemingly casually saying, "It's been a long time since I've had your cooking."
Xu glanced at the breakfast on the table. It was a breakfast she had made casually after getting up early, and she hadn't expected Jiang Fengyi to eat it.
"If you like, I can cook for you often."
She met Jiang Fengyi's gaze, her eyes filled with unwavering devotion.
Jiang Fengyi felt like she was being burned by the other person's burning gaze. She lowered her eyes and avoided Xu's gaze.
She hummed in agreement and softly praised, "It's delicious."
As soon as he finished speaking, it was as if fireworks exploded in Xu Que's eyes, and with a "bang," the whole world became dazzling and brilliant.
No one cared what time the styling team arrived; Xu Que's mind was completely preoccupied with Jiang Fengyi.
At this moment, Jiang Fengyi was holding up a dress in one hand and asking Xu Que a question.
"Do you want to wear the outfit on the left or the one on the right?"
Xu tilted her head and smiled as she replied, "Which outfit do you want me to wear?"
She spread her arms and walked towards Jiang Fengyi.
"I'll listen to you."
Jiang Fengyi looked left and right, and after some thought, chose the set on the right.
"Try it on first."
Xu took the clothes but didn't look at them. He immediately said, "These clothes seem a bit difficult for one person to wear."
She feigned pitifulness: "Can you help me?"
She really takes advantage of any slight she receives. After Jiang Fengyi glared at her, she obediently took her clothes and went into the dressing room.
Not only did Xu keep pestering Jiang Fengyi with questions while she was choosing clothes, but she also clung to Jiang Fengyi while she was getting her makeup done.
"This outfit looks great!"
"Actually, this outfit looks good too!"
Wow, every single one of your looks is stunning! Try that outfit over there too!
......
With Xu Que's "help," Jiang Fengyi's efficiency dropped further and further. By the time the two of them, still all lovey-dovey, finished their makeup and went out, it was already quite late.
Upon arriving at the Zhao family's residence, Jiang Fengyi handed the gift she had prepared earlier to the housekeeper. Then, she took Xu Que's hand and led him inside.
Xu was stunned by Jiang Fengyi's sudden action, and after realizing what was happening, he immediately gripped her hand tightly.
Give the other party a warm and firm response immediately.
She desperately suppressed the upward curve of her lips, interlocked her fingers with his, and continuously transferred the warmth of her palms to Jiang Fengyi.
"Let's go."
As soon as Jiang Fengyi entered the banquet hall, all eyes automatically focused on her. Many young faces took the initiative to greet her, and everyone tacitly reached a certain understanding that it was a great honor to be able to talk to President Jiang.
However, when everyone's gaze swept over Xu Que, whom Jiang Fengyi was holding hands with, the honor on their faces was replaced by curiosity.
Everyone wanted to ask who this was, but no one wanted to be the first to speak, and Jiang Fengyi didn't offer to introduce him either, until Steward Zhao arrived.
"Miss Jiang, my grandmother invites you to a gathering."
Jiang Fengyi first glanced at Xu Que.
"It's alright, you can go ahead."
Xu patted Jiang Fengyi's hand and gave her a reassuring look, "I'm just waiting for you to come back, I'm not going anywhere."
The other person's bag was still in his hand, but Xu consciously stayed where he was to watch the bag.
As soon as Jiang Fengyi left, the crowd that had gathered there dispersed spontaneously, but many eyes remained on Xu Que, all wanting to see what made her so special that she could become President Jiang's companion.
Xu, however, remained oblivious to these stares. She knew that these people were just jealous of her, and if she encountered excessive scrutiny, she would glare back immediately.
After the only familiar person in the banquet hall left, Xu found a seat nearby and sat down, so bored that he took out his phone to pass the time.
Jiang Fengyi took her hand first!
Thinking about this, Xu couldn't help but want to show off to someone.
Everyone she knew in real life was excluded by Xu, leaving only...
She logged onto the little green book and clicked into the familiar chat box.
He Shuyi's phone vibrated as she opened the door after returning home. She opened it and saw that someone had sent her a private message on her little green book.
"My boss, whom I have a crush on, took my hand. Does that mean she likes me?"
He Shuyi: !!!
Sure enough, the couple she's shipping is giving us sweet moments again!
Without even bothering to change their shoes, they stood in the entryway and started chatting with the people across the street.
He Shuyi typed back: "She took the initiative to hold your hand, don't you understand her feelings?"
The person who falls in love first is more likely to develop feelings of inferiority.
Xu said uncertainly, "I don't know if she's being genuine or just putting on a show of 'affection' in front of others."
Although she believes the latter is more likely.
"But no matter what the situation, my feelings for her will not change."
He Shuyi ate heartily, and before dinner even started, she was already stuffed from all the sweetness the young couple was showing off.
She patted her chest and assured Xu Que, "Trust me, sister. Based on your previous description, I think your boss definitely has feelings for you!"
He Shuyi changed into slippers and walked from the entrance hall to the living room.
She continued to offer advice: "You should seize the opportunity now, while the other person also has a vague feeling of liking you, and take the initiative to break the ice."
"Isn't this a bit too fast?"
"You like her, and she likes you."
He Shuyi's typing speed is so fast it's practically smoking. People who are in love should get together as soon as possible!
Xu sat alone in a corner of the banquet hall, chatting idly with her online friend across from her. At that moment, the kind-hearted Wan Juanshu was giving her advice on how to confess her feelings.
The place was secluded, far from the hustle and bustle of the crowd. The lighting was dim, and there was a potted plant as tall as a person next to him, which almost completely obscured Xu Que's figure. If you didn't look carefully, you could easily miss that someone was there.
Xu lowered his eyes and saw the reminder sent by the other party that "you must be sincere." Just as he was about to reply, a familiar voice came to his ear.
Did you bring what I asked for?
Xu was deeply impressed by her on his first day at Jingjiang.
Zhao Ruxuan glanced around hastily, and seeing that no one was paying attention, she continued to whisper to Wu Ren, who had dyed his hair red, "Is the medicine working properly?"
Xu Que: Medicine? What medicine?
She held her breath and continued listening.
Wu Ren took out a small bottle and gave it to her: "Here, take it. It will guarantee that the other party will behave."
While administering the medication, she also reassured the patient: "Don't worry, this medicine will be metabolized quickly in the body, and it will be undetectable after 12 hours."
Afraid of being seen, Zhao Ruxuan quickly took the medicine and stuffed it into her handbag.
Wu Ren chuckled: "Since Miss Zhao is so afraid, how did she dare to arrange the transaction in this place?"
Zhao Ruxuan pouted: "Do you think I want to? I'm grounded by my sister, and I can't go anywhere until Grandma's birthday banquet is over."
Having received what she wanted, Zhao Ruxuan didn't bother with further pleasantries: "The things have been delivered. If you have nothing else to do, please leave now."
Wu Ren was unwilling. She had finally obtained an invitation from Zhao Ruxuan and managed to sneak into the Zhao family's birthday banquet. She wanted to stay and watch the excitement, or at least broaden her horizons at an upscale banquet.
"Who are you planning to give this medicine to? This isn't my little bar." Wu Ren glanced around and saw that everyone here was a prominent figure in the area.
She reminded Zhao Ruxuan, "Although it's not easy to detect later, you should still be careful." Don't drag her down later.
Zhao Ruxuan glanced at her and said, "That's none of your business. If you have nothing else to do, leave early."
The other party told him to leave immediately, and even if Wu Ren wanted to stay, he had no choice but to leave dejectedly.
After the person left, Zhao Ruxuan's malice showed on her face, and the viciousness in her eyes was so real that it was almost sticky and overflowing.
Xu watched her walk to a crowded area, casually stopped a waiter, and asked, "Where is Jiang Fengyi?"
My heart jumped into my throat.
Could it be that this medicine of unknown origin is going to be given to Jiang Fengyi?
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