Chapter 60
After finishing their dinner, Xiao He opened the door and called the waiter to settle the bill.
They happened to run into Su Qian and his group passing by.
Su Qian looked at the open door of the private room and asked in surprise, "Oh, Miss Chu, are you finished eating?"
Chu Muchao sat at the dining table, holding a glass of lemonade in his hand.
Upon hearing Su Qian's voice, Chu Muchao looked up.
Seeing the other person's feigned surprise and delight, Chu Muchao took a sip of lemonade and put down the glass.
"Yes, what a coincidence."
A person peeked out from behind Su Qian.
He stared at Chu Muchao for two seconds, then suddenly exclaimed.
"Ah! It's President Chu from MZ Group!"
Su Qian: "What?"
"It's the newly appointed eldest daughter of the Chu family from the MZ Group!" the man exclaimed, stepping out from behind Su Qian and walking straight towards Chu Muchao. "Miss Chu, I'm Wei Ran, who was invited to that event. Do you remember me?"
The man continued talking to himself, walking up to Chu Muchao and trying to get close to him.
Xiao He hurriedly tried to go back to protect Chu Muchao, but was blocked in his way by the people next to him.
She walked to the left, and the other person also took a step to the left.
She turned right, and the other person quickly followed, blocking her way.
Chu Muchao sized up the newcomer.
He was over 1.8 meters tall and slender. He was wearing a new autumn collection from a high-end clothing brand under the MZ Group, and the accessories he wore were also new products that had been showcased at the event.
Although he is handsome, the accessories he wears are too flashy and dazzling, which overshadows his original temperament and makes him look less impressive.
They came prepared, didn't they?
Chu Muchao smiled at him: "Ah, it's you, I remember you."
"Miss Chu, you actually remember me? It's truly my honor."
Wei Ran naturally pulled out the chair next to Chu Muchao and sat down next to her.
"Sister, what skincare products do you usually use? Your skin is so beautiful."
As he spoke, he reached out to touch Chu Muchao's face.
Chu Muchao leaned back and raised his right eyebrow.
"Oh, I'm sorry."
Wei Ran quickly withdrew her hand, saying apologetically, "I was so envious, I couldn't help it... I'm so sorry."
Su Qian walked up behind Wei Ran, patted his shoulder reproachfully, and whispered, "What are you doing?"
She then looked at Chu Muchao and said, "I'm sorry, I didn't recognize you at all... You look like the girl next door, I thought you were Ya Ya's sister. I didn't expect you to be President Chu of MZ Group. I was too busy at the event that day, and when I got back to the venue, I heard that the leaders of MZ Group had already left, so I didn't have time to say hello."
Chu Muchao squinted and smiled, "It's alright."
"elder sister……"
Wei Ran's voice has a clear, youthful quality, and it's soft and sweet when he's being affectionate.
Su Qian patted him, interrupting him, "Why are you calling me 'sister'? Miss Chu is two years younger than you."
Wei Ran blushed and shyly lowered her eyes.
She called out softly.
"younger sister."
Miss Mu Mu, would you like me to call the police for you?
Chu Muchao: ...
She's acting; don't disturb her.
Chu Muchao drove the system away.
Su Qian and Wei Ran coaxed and coaxed him back and forth, and then took out their phones to add Chu Muchao's private contact information.
Wu Mi observed Chu Muchao.
Chu Muchao didn't react, so he didn't stop him.
Having added her private contact information, Wei Ran felt as if she had obtained a precious treasure, and happily held the phone to her chest.
Wow.
His innocent, first love-struck look was just like the male lead in a teen idol drama who had a crush on the female lead and finally got her response.
He has the looks of a younger, cute puppy and is an excellent actor.
【^-^ It's quite a coincidence that Wei Ran did indeed debut in an idol drama, and his sunny, handsome campus heartthrob garnered countless fans.】
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Since Chu Muchao wanted to leave, Su Qian naturally wouldn't stop him anymore.
She acted with composure, having achieved her goal for the day. She readily led her artists away, watching Chu Muchao get into his car and leave before departing herself.
Before the car had gone far, Chu Muchao received a message from Wei Ran.
Azure Ranran: Chuchu, nice to meet you~ (wink.jpg)
Chu Muchao's phone was on his lap.
The screen lit up in the darkness, and Xiao He, who was next to him, immediately noticed it.
Upon glancing at the emoji above, Xiao He commented, "What a scheming guy, even using his own emoji... But he's definitely got top-notch looks."
Chu Muchao glanced at it but did not reply.
"Secretary Wu, what is the company's assessment of Weiran's commercial value?"
Wu Mi replied, "According to market assessment, Wei Ran has high commercial value, strong fan purchasing power, and currently has a growing traffic trend. She also has two S-level dramas waiting to be broadcast this year, so the endorsements she is given are all high-end."
"Um."
Chu Muchao held his phone and tapped the screen a few times with his fingers.
"Let's find a suitable spokesperson for him and then talk to someone else."
Wu paused for a moment, then said, "Okay, President Chu. But the former president might not be too happy to find out."
"Oh no, what should we do then..." Chu Muchao looked out the car window, "There will be more things that will upset him in the future."
*
The exterior is quite nice.
He debuted at the peak of his career and became an overnight sensation.
His portrayal of the campus heartthrob, with his sunny and innocent smile, has attracted many fans.
After that, the resources she had became better and better, almost all of them being mid-to-high-end endorsements.
In an upcoming drama, there is a character who is a younger, affectionate, and playful male athlete.
The female lead is Wen Yang, who has been voted the most popular actress in recent years.
With the premiere approaching, the internet is flooded with promotional material.
Among them, a video of Wei Ran carrying Wen Yang and running and laughing on the beach was widely forwarded and liked, and many people even remade it.
"President Chu."
Secretary Wu stood at the door holding a tablet.
Chu Muchao paused the video call between Wei Ran and Wen Yang.
"Enter."
Secretary Wu walked into the office and handed over a tablet.
"President Chu, these are some products that Weiran has selected to endorse. Please take a look."
Chu Muchao flipped through the PowerPoint presentation on the screen.
Wu Mi said, "President Chu, although we have had many collaborations in the past, there have been rumors within the company recently that you pay too much attention to Wei Ran. It seems... uh, you have a crush on him and intend to give him resources to promote him."
Chu Muchao: "...Are they very free?"
"In addition, the person who spread false rumors about the former president has been identified. The main person who spread the rumors online has been interviewed and recorded as evidence."
Secretary Wu presented his mobile phone with both hands, the screen displaying a list of personnel.
"The others received a warning."
Chu Muchao looked up and his gaze fell on Wu Mi's phone.
Several unfamiliar names were displayed, along with screenshots of rumors circulating online.
The screenshot was far more exciting than what she had heard. After browsing through it, she realized it was at least a 30,000-word, heart-wrenching, physically abusive, and forcefully taken-away short romance novel from the old days.
After reading it, Chu Muchao handed the phone back.
"If someone is behind this, let them go."
Wu Mi took the phone: "Okay."
Chu Muchao selected a clothing brand and handed the tablet back.
"This one, I'll pass. I don't want to ruin my reputation."
Wu Mi: "Okay, President Chu. And about the company, regarding your..."
"It's okay, just don't go too far, and don't let it get to my ears."
Chu Muchao waved his hand, signaling Wu Mi to leave.
The door closed.
The system's voice then sounded.
[Miss Mu, your status and position are different now, and your influence and attention are different too. So, do you still want to continue?]
Chu Muchao: They've already given me the endorsement, so of course I have to continue.
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The endorsement deal with the clothing brand had just been finalized when Chu Muchao received a message from Wei Ran within half an hour.
Ranran from the Blue: Chuchu, my agent told me that I have a new endorsement today! It's for your company's sportswear brand!
Chao: Yes, I saw a clip from your upcoming drama, and I think it would suit you well.
Azure Ranran: Thank you! I've always wanted to collaborate with this sportswear brand! But when my agent went to talk to them before, they weren't interested and said I wasn't a good fit... (poor face.jpg)
Chao: Is that so?
Ranran in the Blue Sky: (Charging forward.jpg) It's okay! I'll work hard and do my best! I won't let you down! I'll let them know that I'm actually very suitable!
Chao: (pats head.jpg) Keep it up!
[...]
[(Kitten patting head.jpg)]
[Image of a monkey picking lice]
[(Patting a dog's head.jpg)]
Three semi-transparent emojis appeared in front of Chu Muchao in succession.
Chu Muchao: ...What?
【^-^ This is getting a little ambiguous, Miss Mu Mu.】
Ranran from the Blue: My agent said that this endorsement fee is double that of the previous one!
Azure Ranran: It must be Chuchu's doing! Thank you!
Ranran from the Blue Sky: Let me treat you to dinner! (Please.jpg)
Chao: It's okay, I just think you're a good fit.
Azure Ranran: Please don't reject me, okay?
【^-^System Reminder: Continuing to reply will make it a bit obvious.】
Chu Muchao: I don't plan to reply. I'll stop here.
Chu Muchao locked the screen, put his phone aside, and continued working.
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It's almost 6:30.
Xiao He knocked on the door and came in.
"President Chu, I saw Wei Ran's car parked downstairs."
"Okay, I understand."
The work isn't finished yet, but it's not like we can't put it off until tomorrow.
Chu Muchao turned off the computer, got up and got dressed.
The system's voice slowly echoed in my mind.
[^-^ I hope Miss Mu really just thinks it's okay to postpone work until tomorrow, and not that she's worried about missing dinner with someone.]
Chu Muchao: ...You're quite active today?
【^-^ Okay, I won't disturb Miss Mu Mu's date with the handsome young man.】
As I took the elevator down to the first floor, I could see a tall, slender man being surrounded by several people.
The man was wearing a baseball cap and a black face mask.
Upon seeing Chu Muchao emerge, the man waved to the people around him and strode quickly through the crowd.
"neat!"
As soon as he shouted that, all eyes turned to Chu Muchao.
Wow!
Is that how you address them as President Chu?
Are they afraid others won't know about their relationship?
In an instant, Chu Muchao felt a burning sensation all over his body.
Chu Muchao twitched the corners of his lips, his smile a little awkward.
"Uh, who are you?"
She asked the question knowing the answer already.
The other person took off their hat and mask, their face revealing undisguised joy.
"It's me."
Wei Ran's smile was bright and cheerful, yet tinged with a touch of youthful shyness.
"You seem very busy, so I didn't dare to bother you any further and came uninvited to pick you up for dinner!"
Oh, so we're in a relationship where we can have meals together.
It seems the rumor that they're going to "promote Weiran" is true?
The scrutinizing gazes of those around them intensified.
Chu Muchao unconsciously frowned.
"Feel sorry!"
Wei Ran suddenly apologized loudly, and then put the baseball cap she was holding on Chu Muchao's head.
"Let's go!"
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