Sheng Minghuai spoke without reservation, his words full of admiration for Xu Qinghe. His description seemed as if every excellent quality of Xu Qinghe could bloom in his mouth.
After hearing this, the boss's expression changed slightly, as if he was surprised by such an evaluation. Then he nodded slightly and gave instructions, with a hint of approval in his words.
"Okay, then please write an article carefully. If it gets a warm response, you will naturally be credited for it."
These words touched Sheng Minghuai's heart, making him full of fighting spirit. He secretly vowed in his heart that he would finish the manuscript in one go tonight!
However, after Sheng Minghuai left, the conversation coming from the phone line in Director Zhang's office concealed another unknown contest.
Director Zhang's voice was low and cautious. After going through many people, he finally contacted Yuan Mei and told her all the information about Xu Qinghe.
"Ruyi, that girl is indeed outstanding. Is she your friend? Also, I heard that her husband is also a soldier. Do you know him?" Director Zhang's questions were simple and direct, but he had no idea what Yuan Mei was thinking behind them.
Yuan Mei's long silence on the other end of the phone made Director Zhang wonder if there was something wrong with the line. After calling her several times, he finally got a response. The other party's voice was a little perfunctory: "Oh, thank you so much, Uncle Zhang. I'll hang up first."
Before Director Zhang could react, the other end of the phone was busy, leaving him feeling frustrated and dissatisfied.
As a leader for many years, all his subordinates are respectful to him. But Yuan Mei, relying on her background, orders him around and totally ignores him. How can he tolerate this?
But at this moment, Yuan Mei felt complicated and indescribable.
She originally went to inquire about Xu Qinghe's news with hostility, but unexpectedly, all she heard were words of praise, which made her feel even more uncomfortable.
But on the surface, she had to remain calm and not reveal any flaws.
A rural girl from an ordinary family was able to facilitate such an important cooperation. Yuan Mei believed that there must be unfathomable scheming behind this.
What made her even more unable to let go was that Xu Qinghe specifically mentioned Yin Yunjie in the interview, which was undoubtedly showing her a victorious attitude and hurting her sensitive nerves.
She overlooked the most crucial point—Xu Qinghe actually didn't know she existed at all.
But in Yuan Mei's world, this doesn't matter. As long as she believes something, it is the fact.
According to Director Zhang's information, the relationship between Xu Qinghe and Yin Yunjie was unusual, which made her alert.
She would never allow this relationship to continue to deepen, otherwise all her plans would come to nothing.
So, in the moment she closed her eyes, a series of plans had quietly formed in her mind.
Xu Qinghe, immersed in his own little world, was unaware of the coming storm.
A letter from Yin Yunjie lay quietly on her desk. The words between the lines revealed that the spicy beef had become a popular delicacy. This news made her heart burst with joy.
Unlike his usual hasty response, this time, Xu Qinghe chose to let the joy settle for a few days.
Time passed slowly until the aroma of beans wafted from Zhu Yunxiu's home, signaling that the carefully made fermented tofu was ready.
Bottles of sealed fermented tofu, along with mushroom sauce made by Xu Qinghe himself and letters full of love, were carefully packed, waiting to cross thousands of mountains and rivers and reach Yin Yunjie's hands.
In order to prepare the various seasonings needed for pickling, Xu Qinghe planned to go to the supply and marketing cooperative to purchase them. She knew that although these materials could be obtained through specific channels, visiting public places was also a necessary etiquette.
In addition, she also wanted to buy a new pair of shoes for Zhu Yunxiu, who worked hard to support the family.
As he stepped into the supply and marketing cooperative, Xu Qinghe's eyes inadvertently met Fengjie's.
After not seeing her for a few days, although Fengjie's injuries had improved significantly, the fatigue and paleness on her face had not completely disappeared.
Although Xu Qinghe never liked to meddle in other people's affairs, at that moment, her heart was pushed by a force, and she couldn't help but step forward and ask: "Sister Feng, have you felt better recently?"
Fengjie took a few days off due to injury. When she returned to work, she cleverly concealed the marks on her body. Her colleagues thought it was just a minor illness and did not investigate further. Naturally, there were fewer unnecessary greetings and sympathy.
When Xu Qinghe arrived, Sister Feng smiled, and her voice was filled with gratitude: "I'm much better now. Thank you for your concern."
In the brief and private conversation, Fengjie's voice was slightly low, revealing a major decision: "I have filed for divorce, and I am not taking my child with me. My parents still have a small house that is big enough for me to live in. I have a job and can support myself. In the future, I will no longer rely on anyone."
Fengjie's eyes sparkled with a desire for a new and free life. Xu Qinghe felt deep admiration in her heart, as she knew very well how much courage this required.
"Sister Feng, it's really right for you to have such an idea. There is nothing more proud than being self-reliant." Xu Qinghe's words blew away the fog in Sister Feng's heart.
Sister Feng nodded, a hint of hesitation flashed in her eyes, and then she told me frankly: "But they are not willing to let go easily, and they want to use the money I worked hard to earn to support someone outside. This makes the road to divorce extremely difficult."
Faced with this reality, Xu Qinghe was not surprised.
She knew that the world was dangerous and human nature was complex.
After pondering for a moment, Xu Qinghe proposed a plan: "Let the other party take the initiative to ask you for a divorce."
When Sister Feng heard this, her face was filled with disbelief, as if she had seen a ray of hope that had never been seen before.
"Little sister, do you have any good ideas? Please help me. I will remember this kindness and repay it with gratitude!"
Xu Qinghe smiled and shook his head. The friendship between the two of them did not require excessive courtesy.
"Sister Feng, there's no need for us to be so polite. Meeting is fate. You can try this method..."
As he spoke, Xu Qinghe leaned close to Fengjie's ear and whispered softly.
Fengjie's eyes brightened instantly. Why hadn't she thought of this method before?
"Young people are different, they have flexible minds! I'm about to get off work, please wait for me for a moment, I'll take you to a state-owned restaurant for a good meal!" Feng Jie has a cheerful personality and she fulfilled her earlier invitation at this moment.
Xu Qinghe happened to have something to discuss with Fengjie, so he happily accepted the invitation.
"Sister Feng, go ahead and do your thing. I'll go pick out a pair of shoes for grandma."
"Go ahead, everything will go well." Sister Feng agreed readily, watching Xu Qinghe's back gradually disappear into the distance.
Sister Feng responded softly, a hint of determination flashed between her eyebrows, and then she threw herself into her busy work again.
For her, this job is not just a way to make a living, but also the cornerstone that gives her independence and dignity in this world full of uncertainties.
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