Chapter 29
Shi Xiyu's self-introduction was both excellent and clear.
Even the group's HR was very impressed after hearing it and wondered, "If this person had come to interview for the group's sales department, I would have arranged a second interview for them last week. How come they almost failed the online resume interview?"
The branch office HR lowered his head guiltily and remained silent.
After asking a few questions, the group's HR turned to look at Chu Wen.
"President Chu..."
Before she could finish speaking, the HR saw Chu Wen's cold expression and suddenly realized what was going on. She then turned to Chu Muchao and became even more respectful and polite.
"Ms. Chu, do you have any questions for the interviewee?"
Chu Muchao looked up at the sound, rested his chin on his hand, and asked, "Ms. Shi, do you know our company's current marketing manager, A-Dong?"
After a slight pause, Shi Xiyu replied, "I don't remember much."
The branch office HR hurriedly asked in a low voice, "Is there a problem with Ah Dong? Miss Chu...?"
"No." Chu Muchao smiled. "I have no further questions. You can proceed to the next step."
“Okay.” The group HR asked, “Ms. Shi, is there anything you want to ask? Today we are BOSS Zhipin, which means this is only one round of interviews. You can ask any questions you have here.”
"I am currently unemployed and hope to start a new job as soon as possible."
Shi Xiyu sat upright, exuding confidence and poise. She seemed certain that she was about to receive an offer.
After Shi Xiyu left, the branch HR gave the resume of the second interviewee to Chu Muchao, Chu Wen, and the group HR respectively.
"This next person is Xia Ling, applying for the position of Operations Director."
The interviewee's photo is in the upper right corner of the resume.
The woman in the photo has her hair tied up in a high ponytail, and she looks at the camera with a serious and focused gaze.
Her resume was straightforward, clearly stating all her awards and achievements.
Chu Muchao touched the pen and stared at the woman in the photo for a long time.
I feel like...she looks familiar.
The branch office HR brought the person in.
After the man sat down, he began to introduce himself.
After Chu Muchao finished reading the resume, he looked up and saw that cold and beautiful face, just like in the photo. Today, she also had her hair tied in a ponytail, and her appearance was neat and tidy.
When she talked about her past work experience, she used professional terminology and didn't say a single unnecessary word.
Hmm...
Just like that time when they were shopping, they saw her beat up the scumbag and remind the girl who was being cheated on, she was clean and efficient, without saying a single unnecessary word.
Seeing that she was the interviewee, Chu Muchao felt relieved.
Although she has no experience in managing a company or much work experience, and may not be good at interpersonal relationships, to outsiders she is just a well-protected rich girl with no decision-making ability.
But she felt that her ability to judge people was pretty good.
They are definitely better than General Manager Zhao of the branch company, otherwise how did A-Dong and Director Zhou get into management positions?
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The interview is over.
Chu Muchao was the first to walk out of the conference room.
Shi Xiyu was waiting for her in the corridor.
Seeing Chu Muchao come out, Shi Xiyu smiled and went up to greet him.
"I'll bring you breakfast tomorrow morning."
Chu Muchao blinked: "Why are you being so polite, sister? You passed the interview on your own merits, it has nothing to do with me."
Shi Xiyu smiled brightly, her eyes crinkling: "It's just... I'm very happy to see you, and I wanted to treat you to a meal. But I'll probably be very busy for the next two weeks, so I'll treat you to a big meal after I finish the handover work!"
Although her smile was bright and cheerful, Chu Muchao could still see her weariness through her light makeup.
It's been so long since we first met. Shi Xiyu wasn't well-liked at her previous company, so her departure should have been smooth. The fact that it's dragged on for so long means something else must have happened.
But she seems to have gotten used to bearing and dealing with things alone.
She is a very strong and resilient person.
Chu Muchao took Shi Xiyu's hand and squeezed it.
"I don't know what to eat either. I usually eat at home. I'll eat whatever you're eating. Thank you, sister!"
Shi Xiyu smiled in response: "Then you can try my favorite flavors first."
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Shi Xiyu walked to the elevator lobby, just as the elevator arrived.
Xia Ling went inside first and pressed the open door button.
Shi Xiyu jogged to catch the elevator and walked in just as she saw Xia Ling withdraw her hand from the button.
Shi Xiyu smiled and thanked her, saying, "Thank you."
Xia Ling wasn't good at smiling, so the corners of her mouth twitched slightly.
"Yeah, it's nothing."
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After seeing Shi Xiyu off, Chu Muchao turned to go back to his office, only to bump into Chu Wen's arms.
Chu Wen patted his shoulder: "You're being reckless. Stand still."
Chu Muchao touched his chest, which had been bruised and sore.
Building such large muscles...it really hurts.
A hand reached out and grasped Chu Muchao's wrist.
Chu Muchao was taken aback: "Huh?"
Meeting those questioning eyes, Chu Wen's gaze wavered, but then became firm again.
He tightened his grip on her wrist and said in a cold, deep voice.
"Did you hurt yourself? Sorry."
Something's not right.
Chu Wen is acting differently than usual! Something's definitely not right!
Upon realizing this, Chu Muchao instinctively tried to break free of his wrist, but the other person gripped it even tighter.
Chu Wen lowered his eyes, his gaze falling on her wrist.
"I'll let it go this once, but you're not having breakfast at home again tomorrow?"
"It makes me angry just thinking about it."
Chu Muchao regained his home-field advantage, leaned back, pouted, and glared at her.
"You haven't been eating breakfast at home lately either. Last time you didn't have time to have lunch with me, and you didn't even tell me. I had to go upstairs and the housekeeper told me. I haven't even settled accounts with you yet, and you're already questioning me."
The bright and beautiful woman in front of me didn't seem genuinely angry.
The voice was soft and gentle, without a trace of coldness; it sounded more like a coquettish accusation.
Chu Wen's eyes softened: "Yes, it's my fault. I'll definitely let you know in advance if I don't have time to have dinner with you in the future."
"Cough, cough cough."
Wu Mi's sudden cough reminded Chu Muchao.
Chu Muchao glared at him.
When Chu Wen pulled his hand back this time, he let go.
Chu Muchao said, "There are too many people here. Let's go to your office. I still have some questions for you."
Chu Wen narrowed his eyes, a hint of tenderness hidden in his cold, deep voice: "Okay."
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then.
The branch office staff watched as their group president followed their newly promoted operations specialist, who had just been promoted last week, as they walked around to the VIP elevator at the back.
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Chu Muchao walked ahead and entered the office first.
Chu Wen followed him in, closed the door behind him, and locked it.
Hearing a "thud," Chu Muchao turned around and looked at him with a puzzled expression.
"I just wanted to ask about this morning's news. It's not a secret, so there's no need to lock it up, is there?"
Chu Wen lowered his eyes and walked straight to his desk.
Someone had already prepared a cup of room temperature lemon black tea.
Chu Wen picked it up and handed it to her.
"Don't drink cold drinks for the next few days."
"oh."
She even remembers her menstrual cycle... Could it really be as Xu Sui said?
Chu Muchao couldn't hide his thoughts; upon realizing this, his mouth reacted before his brain.
"What's going on with this morning's news? Don't tell me you didn't see it or didn't know. I don't think any gossip about our family could have been spread without your permission."
Chu Wen leaned back and sat on the desk.
He stretched his left hand to the side and back, resting it on the table. With his other hand, he casually picked up an ornament from the table and played with it between his fingers.
Seeing his nonchalant attitude, Chu Muchao became even angrier.
"Say something."
Chu Wen suddenly raised the corners of his lips and chuckled, "You should already know that I'm not your biological brother."
Chu Muchao was slightly taken aback: "...Hmm."
Chu Wen said, "You are your parents' only daughter. The Chu family's assets and the MZ Group will eventually belong to you. The news is just stating the facts. However, allowing such news to circulate for a long time will inevitably have some impact on the group. That's all."
It was indeed Chu Wen who did it.
"But……"
Chu Mu was eager to explain, but was interrupted by Chu Wen.
"Chaochao, tell your brother the truth. Is it because of me that you refuse to join the group and have any contact with the company?"
Chu Wen raised his eyes and looked directly into Chu Muchao's eyes.
Faced with such a serious and sharp gaze, Chu Muchao didn't know how to dodge.
He stammered, unable to find an excuse, and nodded blankly.
"I just don't want you to overthink things. I won't fight you for anything. Mom and Dad have raised you as their own son. You will always be a member of the Chu family, and you will always be my brother. No matter who you are, that identity will never change!"
Chu Wen raised the corners of his lips and chuckled softly, "Chao Chao, you and I are not related by blood. Now, I have already severed my ties with the Chu family as an adopted son. After you take over the company, I will have no connection with the Chu family whatsoever."
Chu Muchao was stunned and didn't react for a long time.
"Why? Do you hate us?"
"Of course not."
Chu Wen raised his right hand and waved to her.
"Chaochao, come here."
Chu Muchao was used to being obedient and dependent, and walked over with almost no doubt or resistance.
But when she was still a meter away from Chu Wen, Chu Wen called out to her.
"Alright, let's leave it here."
Chu Wen took Chu Muchao's hand and held it in his palm.
"Chaochao, if you have an idea in your mind, then do it. Don't give up because of anyone. You want to change the current situation of that company, and you will look for a more suitable candidate for the position. You should know that you are not as indifferent as you think."
Chu Muchao lowered her eyes and looked at the hands that held her right hand. They were broad, warm, reassuring, and strong.
Chu Muchao said softly, "I know you'll overthink things, and I don't want you to."
Chu Wen chuckled: "How would you know what I'm thinking if you didn't ask?"
Chu Muchao pressed, "Do you think you'll tell me if I ask? You've had so many secrets since we were little. You won't let me into your room whenever I want, you won't let me touch your things, and you won't even tell me your phone's unlock password."
The pad of his thumb repeatedly stroked his fair and tender fingers for a while before slowly releasing them.
"From now on, I'll tell you anything you ask."
As if he had made up his mind, there was a subtle change in his tone, yet he said it with a smile.
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