Chapter 65
After a busy period, when Chu Muchao remembered that there was still Chu Wen and wanted to make a romantic confession to her, Chu Wen had already set off for another place.
She didn't even remember to call Chu Wen to invite him to dinner until she finished her work and was taking a break. That's when she saw the message Chu Wen had sent her.
The above shows 9 a.m., three days ago.
I'm going to Beijing, and I might be gone for a while this time. Take care, get plenty of rest, eat well, and stay healthy.
Chu Muchao put on his coat, walked to the floor-to-ceiling window in his office, and took a picture of the orange sea.
Chao: Finally finished! Being a CEO is so tiring! There are so many things to do and so many events to attend. (Looking pitiful.jpg)
Chu Wen: You've worked hard. (Hug.jpg)
Chu Wen's instant reply made her feel even more guilty.
Compared to Chu Wen's instant replies, her messages, which went through several twists and turns in her mind but still went unanswered, seemed to show a lack of regard.
She thinks she saw this message a few days ago when she received it.
She didn't remember what she was busy with at the time, but she remembered that the reason she didn't reply was that she was tired, but she hadn't finished dealing with her business. Even if she didn't reply to Chu Wen immediately, he would be able to guess what she was doing and wouldn't be angry.
Chao: Is brother still busy? (Eyes shining.jpg)
Chu Wen: Hmm.
Just one word?
So indifferent.
A while later, Chu Wen sent a photo. The picture was blurry, as if it had been taken quickly and then put away.
The photo shows a laptop with its screen covered in text, and five or six people sitting on either side of the table.
Chao: Oh, are you in a meeting? Then I won't bother you anymore, I'm going home for dinner~
Chu Wen: Okay, be careful.
Chu Wen... is so considerate and gentle.
I was distracted during the meeting and had to reply to her messages.
On the other hand, she...
[^-^ To put it another way, Miss Mu Mu is a hard worker, but your brother isn't.]
Chu Muchao: Uh... couldn't you say it in a more romantic way?
【Then let's try another one. Miss Mu Mu is new to such high-intensity work and needs time to adjust; her body also needs rest. He, on the other hand, is used to high-pressure environments year-round; his mind and body are already accustomed to handling such demanding work.】
Chu Muchao: That's not romantic at all.
It's not just unromantic; the systematic explanation has nothing to do with her.
It wasted the warm and tender emotions she had just stirred up.
Hate.
Chu Muchao walked out of the office, and Xiao He and Secretary Wu also turned off their computers.
As they took the elevator downstairs, Wu Mi handed Chu Muchao a small velvet box.
"What is this?" Chu Muchao took it and examined it in his hand.
Wu Mi said, "This was given to me by Mr. Chu before he left Nancheng. He asked me to pass it on to you. The day before yesterday, you told me to keep it for now, so I put it in the drawer."
"oh."
Chu Muchao held the small velvet box in his palm, took a picture, and sent it to them.
Chao: What is this?
Chu Wen: Open it and take a look.
Chu Muchao opened the small velvet box, inside which lay a key and two access cards.
Oh, this should be the key to Chu Wenxin's new residence.
She didn't go over for a long time, nor did she mention confessing her feelings again, and she was always too busy to meet Chu Wen.
Why doesn't Chu Wen just give her the key and let her go see for herself?
Chao: That's insincere! I have to go see the confession myself! You might as well just write a love letter; if I said yes, I'd reply!
Chao: I'm not going to your house! Humph!
Chu Wen: It's close to the company. If you're very tired, don't go back to the old house. Come rest at my place. I have all the daily necessities.
Chao: Oh.
She said her brother was the best and most considerate brother!
【^-^ But you probably won't need it anytime soon. Your flight to Haicheng is tomorrow morning for an event, followed by a brand dinner in the evening, an exhibition the day after, and dinner with the organizers that evening. You can rest at the hotel for the next two days and prepare materials for your trip to Xicheng.】
Chu Muchao: ...Thank you for reminding me, but I'm tired now.
At times like these, she really wished Chu Wen would come back and continue being the boss.
Why not let her younger sister receive millions in pocket money every month and live the life of a lazy bum who doesn't have to do anything or think?
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In the evening, the personal assistant came to pack Chu Muchao's luggage.
Xiao He and Chu Muchao sat in the lounge outside the dressing room, checking the travel itinerary with her starting tomorrow.
When Xiao He talked about the styling and clothing, Chu Muchao raised a question.
"I have to wear designer clothes too? I've seen photos of the new styles, and there's nothing I like. It's cold now, and you expect me to wear a sundress to walk the red carpet and enter the venue outdoors, and then be interviewed by the media in the wind? Am I crazy?"
"Hmm, Mr. Chu is right. There will be thunderstorms in Haicheng tomorrow, and the temperature will drop sharply. But..."
Xiao He frowned, looking troubled.
"If you wear the brand's newest products for promotion, it can enhance the promotional effect."
Chu Muchao asked, "Did my brother always wear those kinds of clothes when he attended brand events before?"
Xiao He paused for a moment: "It seems... no, it can't be..."
“Yes, as the group president attending the event and participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony, firstly, I am not a contracted spokesperson; I can choose to wear it or not.” Chu Muchao asked, “Who suggested that I wear the brand’s clothing?”
"It was brought up during a meeting between Lan's design director and the project team, and then..." Xiao He's words became increasingly off, and she silently shut her mouth.
"Lan's design director, huh?" Chu Muchao chuckled. "If you want me to wear this for an endorsement, come talk to me about the endorsement fee first. I'm not wearing it."
Xiao He: "Okay, Mr. Chu."
"Furthermore, the venue and schedule were poorly arranged. The temperature will drop sharply tomorrow, and there will be thunderstorms. Who arranged for the red carpet and media interviews to be held outdoors? Weren't they worried that the spokespeople and models wouldn't catch a cold?"
Chu Muchao pointed to the photos on Xiao He's tablet.
"Next year's spring/summer collection uses very little fabric. In a strong wind, the skirts could easily fly in any direction, and there's a risk of wardrobe malfunctions. What was the thought process behind arranging this process?"
Xiao He understood: "Okay, Mr. Chu, I understand. I'll call them now."
Chu Muchao: "Yes. Walking the red carpet is fine, but both the red carpet walk and media interviews will be arranged indoors."
Xiao He: "Okay, Mr. Chu."
Xiao He picked up his bag, held his phone in one hand and his tablet in the other, and got up to leave.
Chu Muchao said loudly, "Xiao He, are you going to sleep here tonight? I'll have the housekeeper tidy up the guest room."
Xiao He was flattered and quickly turned around to say, "Thank you for your concern, Mr. Chu! I'm fine. I've checked the route, and I can take a taxi to the subway station later."
Chu Muchao: "It's hard to get a taxi here. If it's inconvenient, I'll have the driver take you back."
Xiao He panicked even more: "Don't bother Mr. Chu! It's alright, I'll just walk a little further."
"How much do I have to exploit you if I make you walk to the subway station, a girl like you?" Chu Muchao pouted. "Oh, don't be so reserved and nervous. You have to choose one of the two options. I brought you here, so I have to take responsibility for you. If you want to go back and pack your luggage, I'll call the driver. My driver lives at home."
Xiao He hurriedly put down her phone and tablet, and grasped Chu Muchao's hand: "Thank you, Mr. Chu! I'll be bothering you for the night, thank you!"
Chu Muchao waved his hand: "Don't be so polite. You've worked so late today, you've worked hard. Remember to report overtime at the end of the month."
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Xiao He went out to make a phone call, while Chu Muchao lay reclining on the sofa in the lounge playing on his phone.
It's been a long time since I've had such a leisurely time online. Suddenly having so much free time feels a little strange.
Chao: Sisters, did you miss me?
Sui: ? Who are you?
Xinbao: Oh my god, we actually have such an important person in our group who took the time out of their busy schedule to pop up!
Sui: I'm so touched!
Chao: ... (Kitten baring its teeth.jpg)
Why are you speaking so sarcastically, just like the system?
【^-^？】
Chao: What are you doing? What are you doing? I have a lot of ideas to put into practice lately, I'm very busy.
Sui: Oh yeah, I've been so busy I haven't had time for a get-together with my girlfriends. Next time we eat something delicious, I won't invite you!
Chao: (crying) No, you have to scream!
Chao: I've been so busy these past few days! I can't even remember what I ate for my three meals a day! My brother replied to my message from three days ago today!
Xinbao: (Kitten baring its teeth.jpg)
Xinbao: [Photo][Photo] We're having omakase tonight.
Chao: (Crying loudly) It looks so delicious! I want to eat it too!
Sui: Well, you can keep thinking about it, you're a busy person with an event to attend tomorrow~
Huh?
She probably hasn't told Xu Sui about her schedule yet, right?
Just as Chu Muchao was about to ask, he saw Xu Sui send several more messages.
Sui: [Screenshot][Screenshot]
Sui: Wow, this is the first time I've ever seen a CEO with a fan club.
Sui: Don't ask me how I know your schedule, it was leaked from your fan club!
Xinbao: If I remember correctly, it should have appeared not long after you and Xinqing were trending on social media.
Xinbao: [Homepage Link]
Chao: OK, thanks for reminding me.
Chu Muchao saved the link and the image.
Clicking on the fan club link reveals numerous photos of her attending events.
None of the photos were published by the media and were approved by her; they were all close-up shots of her face from various angles and with different expressions.
If she were wearing a more fitted dress, there would be many photos focusing on her key areas.
Chao: I'm feeling physically unwell.
Xinbao: We've been reporting this several times a day, but it's no use. It's a bit strange.
Sui: Let me make this clear! I'm definitely not secretly in love with you! It was just something that was inexplicably pushed to me when I was following some entertainment gossip, probably because I follow your official account.
Chao: Of course I wouldn't misunderstand you! I'm going to get angry if you say that!
Sui: I was going to tell you this before, but you were so busy and never replied. I was thinking of waiting until you were done with your work before I told you.
Sui: I suspect someone paid someone to do it; the filming techniques are similar to those I see when I'm gossiping about entertainment industry gossip.
Chu Muchao frowned slightly, and his fingers tightened around his phone.
She was a little annoyed, but she felt that her annoyance was unreasonable.
Why are there so many photos in this fan club's discussion, yet no one around her has noticed or taken any action?
My mental state seems to be a bit shattered.
She shouldn't think that way. Neither Chu Wen nor his secretary/assistant are focused on the entertainment industry or the internet, so naturally they wouldn't be constantly monitoring online trends.
If it doesn't get out in front of her, she naturally won't see it.
But I'm a little angry.
Sorry, I didn't notice that either. I hadn't been paying attention to the topic's data before.
Chu Muchao: ...
Chu Muchao locked his phone and tossed it aside.
It has nothing to do with anyone else.
She was probably angry because the angle and technique used in those photos were extremely impolite, vulgar, and disgusting!
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