I did nothing wrong.
The morning sunlight carried a hint of early autumn coolness. Qu Shiyao rode her pink electric scooter, weaving through the morning rush hour traffic, staging a real-life version of "Fast and Furious (Office Worker Version)".
The wind blew her carefully styled bangs into a wild look, while her mind was engaged in a high-intensity battle with the system.
"System! Quick! Calculate it for me! With my drifting skills as the Akina Mountain God of Speed, what are the chances of me reaching the CAQ Building before 9 o'clock?!" Qu Shiyao twisted the knob all the way up, and the little electric scooter emitted a whine of exhaustion.
[Beep—!]
The system's cold, electronic voice carried a hint of schadenfreude.
Based on your current speed, remaining distance, three red lights ahead, and estimated traffic congestion time, your estimated arrival time is approximately 9:10:37. Conclusion: Unless you sprout wings and fly there right now, you are definitely going to be late.
"It's all your fault!"
Qu Shiyao twisted the accelerator as if it were her enemy and started acting unreasonably, "Why didn't you use the high-voltage electric shock wake-up service this morning?! Are you deliberately trying to make me die on my first day?!"
Hehehe!
The system's electronic voice dragged out in a cheap, grating tone.
[Host, can you be reasonable? This system has plenty of evidence of the wake-up call! High-definition video or surround sound recording playback? Which would you like to see first?]
"I won't listen! I won't listen! I won't listen!"
Qu Shiyao started repeating herself like a broken record, making the electric scooter sway from side to side as she rode it, saying, "If I didn't wake up, it's your fault! I'll deduct your year-end bonus!"
[...]
The system was choked by this familiar, unethical attempt to shift blame, causing its data flow to become disordered and its core temperature to soar.
[Host! You...you're my CPU!]
It felt that if it had a physical body, it would definitely be pinching the philtrum right now.
I was so angry!
Amidst the chaos and turmoil caused by this one-man show, the CAQ Group's towering skyscraper, reflecting a cold metallic sheen, finally came into view.
Qu Shiyao slammed on the brakes, and the tires of the electric scooter screeched slightly against the ground.
It's too late, what's the rush! She took a deep breath and instantly switched modes.
The crazy woman who was speeding around and cursing just now has disappeared.
She parked her vehicle gracefully, glanced at the rearview mirror of her electric scooter, and quickly smoothed her wind-blown hair, smoothed out non-existent wrinkles on her coat, and straightened her back.
A standard, gentle smile, tinged with just the right amount of apology, graced her face.
Anyway, the female lead in the original novel is incredibly capable at work and was never late or left early.
So her "first offense" shouldn't be a big problem!
"The power of the plot will cover everything!" Qu Shiyao strode confidently into the grand lobby.
"Hello, I'm Qu Shiyao, the general manager's assistant who's here to report for duty today." She handed her admission notice and relevant documents to the receptionist, her voice soft, her smile polite, and her eyes clear and innocent.
The receptionist took the materials, her gaze sweeping back and forth between the ID photo and the real face, a hint of amazement flashing in her eyes.
Her ID photo was already beautiful, but in person she was even more stunning, with delicate features and a gentle demeanor. In particular, her slightly apologetic smile softened anyone's heart.
"Hello Ms. Qu! Please wait a moment!"
The receptionist's tone softened considerably, and after quickly verifying the information, she personally led her to the private elevator that went directly to the 8th floor. "Please wait in the waiting area on the 8th floor for a moment. Mr. Xu should be here soon."
"Okay, thank you for your help." Qu Shiyao nodded slightly, her smile impeccable.
(Inner monologue: Oh wow? The general manager is late too? Looks like CAQ's attendance system is quite humane! I'm very pleased!)
Qu Shiyao sat down gracefully on the comfortable leather sofa in the waiting area, took out her phone, and swiped her fingers across the screen.
Not far away, the receptionist who had shown us the way earlier passed by the workstation area on the 8th floor, her cheeks still flushed with excitement.
"Wow! Who's that new beauty? Which department is she from?" a colleague next to me immediately asked gossipily.
"Her name is Qu Shiyao, and she's an assistant to the general manager!"
The receptionist cupped her face in her hands, her eyes shining. "She's incredibly nice! So gentle and polite! Her voice is so soft, and her eyes are so clear! Even though our CEO, Mr. Xu, was late, she still apologized profusely for being late!"
"Wow! Such a nice name and such a nice person! I'm so envious!" Another colleague joined the group chat.
The system silently listened to the effusive praise from its "blind" employees, then secretly glanced at its host watching mindless short dramas on the sofa. Its core processor twitched: [...]
Human filters are thicker than firewalls!
Gentle? Polite? Didn't they see the ferocious expression on their host's face when he twisted the accelerator this morning, and the vicious curses he hurled at it in his head?!
“System,” Qu Shiyao tapped it in her mind while her eyes were still glued to her phone, “Which floor is that domineering CEO Si on? Are there any important plot points today where ‘I am about to ascend the throne’?”
System quick search: [Beep... Insufficient permissions, only able to view outline. Day 1 plot: The female lead starts her job, familiarizes herself with the environment, no major conflicts yet. Si Cheng's office is on the top floor, 66th floor.]
It paused, then added, "Host, our access is too low; we really can't see the detailed script for that day!"
"What use are you!" Qu Shiyao's disdain was palpable. "You can't even handle this little thing. What a waste of your high-tech equipment!"
【Host! 】
The system instantly felt wronged and became angry.
[The conditions for granting permissions aren't something I can set! Ultimately, shouldn't you, host, also reflect on your own lack of initiative? Why hasn't your rating broken 9.0 yet? Why aren't you working harder...?]
The system's complaints gradually weakened until they stopped, because it sensed a murderous aura that instantly locked onto its core data stream!
Although Qu Shiyao was watching the drama, her eyes in her mind had already transformed into two poisoned flying knives, stabbing straight at it.
"Hmm—?" The drawn-out, threatening tone came from the nose.
"I, Qu Shiyao," her voice was as sinister as a demon crawling out of hell, "It's only been three days since I transmigrated into this book! Yesterday was a complete blank period with no plot! Today! Right now! It's only the first act of the second chapter of the main storyline! And you, a support system, dare to accuse me of not working hard enough?"
Each word was like an icicle, smashing against the core of the system's data and making it tremble.
【No! Absolutely not! Host, you are wise and powerful! Diligent and brave! This is entirely my fault! It's my laziness! It's my incompetence! I'm the one who held you back!】
The system surrendered at lightning speed, its data stream shrinking into a jumbled mess, as if it wanted to disappear on the spot.
Just then, a slightly hurried male voice rang out: "Qu Shiyao?"
Our savior has arrived!
Qu Shiyao's expression changed instantly. When she looked up, she had adopted a gentle, demure, and slightly shy demeanor. She quickly put away her phone and stood up: "Hello, Mr. Xu! I am Qu Shiyao!"
The system was stunned by how quickly the situation changed.
Xu Lixuan looked at his new assistant, who was tall and graceful with a gentle demeanor, and then remembered that he was late. He nodded apologetically and said, "Sorry, something came up. Come with me."
My first impression of Qu Shiyao was fairly satisfactory.
Qu Shiyao obediently followed Xu Lixuan into the general manager's office, submitted materials, and signed contracts. She remained as quiet as a chicken throughout, answering only one question at a time with a humble and polite attitude.
Xu Lixuan gave a few brief instructions and then summoned his assistant, Meng Wan.
"Meng Wan, this is our new assistant, Qu Shiyao. Please show her around and introduce her to her colleagues," Xu Lixuan instructed.
"Okay, Mr. Xu."
Meng Wan was a capable woman in her thirties. She looked Qu Shiyao up and down and nodded. "Assistant Qu, come with me."
Qu Shiyao put on her gentle and harmless smile again and quietly followed behind Meng Wan toward the legendary assistant's office.
Pushing open the heavy frosted glass door, a spacious and bright space with six individual desks comes into view.
People were sitting behind all five tables, and they were all looking at the newlyweds at the door.
A barely perceptible tension filled the air.
What's wrong? Is she some kind of demon?
Meng Wan introduced in a formulaic way: "Everyone, this is our new colleague Qu Shiyao. She will be your partner from now on. Please take good care of her."
After speaking, he glanced at everyone with a warning in his eyes, as if to say, "You all better behave yourselves."
Qu Shiyao immediately flashed a textbook-perfect gentle smile and bowed slightly: "Hello everyone, I am Qu Shiyao. I am new here and don't know anything. Please give me your guidance in the future!"
Her voice was sweet, her eyes were sincere, and she was extremely humble.
The air in the office seemed to melt instantly.
The five assistants visibly relaxed, responding with friendly smiles.
"Hello, hello! My name is Chen Xu!"
"Welcome, welcome! I'm Gao Huixin!"
"I am Shi Qingqing!"
"Zhuang Rou'er".
"I'm Li Yue! From now on, we're family!"
Seeing this harmonious start, Meng Wan nodded in satisfaction and turned to leave.
The moment the office door closed, it was as if some mysterious switch had been flipped.
The five people who were sitting upright and looking like professional elites just a moment ago suddenly seemed to have had their bones removed.
Chen Xu was the first to slump back in his chair, letting out a long sigh of relief: "Oh my god! They're finally gone!"
Gao Huixin pulled a bag of potato chips directly from under the table, tore it open with a "click," and enthusiastically handed it to Qu Shiyao: "New cutie! Want some? Cucumber flavor!"
Qu Shiyao's eyes lit up instantly, and a surprised and radiant smile bloomed on her face: "Ah! Cucumber flavor! My favorite! Thank you, Sister Huixin!"
Without hesitation, she reached out and grabbed a handful.
system:【? ? ? 】
Your favorite?! Host, didn't you just yesterday praise the original flavor of potato chips as your absolute favorite? Your taste has changed in a day? Where's your integrity?!
"real?!"
Chen Xu was even more excited than Qu Shiyao, as if he had found a long-lost relative. He suddenly pulled open his huge drawer, which was comparable to Doraemon's pocket, and found it filled to the brim with all kinds of cucumber-flavored snacks—potato chips, cookies, jelly, and candy!
"My dear friend! Come on! Don't be shy! There's plenty!" She generously grabbed several packets and stuffed them into Qu Shiyao's hands.
With snacks as a starting point, the atmosphere instantly became lively and warm.
Everyone quickly brought out stools and formed a small tea party around Qu Shiyao's workstation.
Sunflower seeds, nuts, and cookies all made their appearance.
Qu Shiyao also blended in very naturally, crossing her legs, grabbing a handful of sunflower seeds, and skillfully cracking them open, looking every bit like a seasoned veteran of the intelligence agency.
system:【……】
As it watched the scene before it instantly transform from a "new employee orientation" into a "gossip session among sisters," the core processor was deeply bewildered.
Who am I? Where am I? Is this really the office of the General Manager's Assistant at CAQ Group?!
Are those mountains of documents on your desks just for show?!
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