」 He had an uneasy feeling that had been lingering in his heart since earlier, inexplicably, he really wanted to hear Summer Xi’s voice and confirm if she was okay? The inability to contact her was multiplying his unease. Had something unexpected happened to her? Otherwise, where did this sense of anxiety in his heart come from? ! Feeling somewhat frustrated, he glanced at Duan Ye Xun. Zhao Qianqiu felt neglected, but if the boss wanted him to continue, how could he not? 「If time permits, I want to schedule the opening before Christmas Eve, and with promotional and marketing plans, it will definitely create a sensation…」 Hearing the same unchanging voice response again, and confirming that Summer Xi’s phone was still off, Lu Ziyi’s slender fingerti
“My phone is on 24 hours a day. Given my job nature, I must ensure others can reach me anytime, and I must also stay updated on the latest developments at all times.” “…” Indeed, Xi Xia must be such a person. He believed that Xi Xia’s work attitude would not be far different from Qian Qiu’s. So why couldn’t he contact her at his most anxious moment? Just thinking about this made him increasingly anxious… He hadn’t felt this worried for a very, very long time!
“Is there a problem, CEO?” Zhao Qian Qiu asked in a low voice.
“No, it’s nothing to do with you.” Lu Ziyan tilted his head and drank the red wine in his glass in one gulp, his handsome face looking even more gloomy.
If Xi Xia truly made him worry all night, then she would be in big trouble!
Duan Ye Xun, who had worked with the CEO for many years, quietly watched Lu Ziyan’s fluctuating expression, naturally understanding the situation in his heart.
Although this was a game initially proposed by the CEO, when a person becomes too involved, it’s uncertain whether the person is playing the game or the game is playing the person.
Like now – the CEO was already more immersed than he had imagined.
Murmuring “Challenging the CEO” Chapter 5
“Good morning, Manager Xia.” The young secretary smiled and greeted her, but unexpectedly noticed that Xi Xia, walking towards her, looked somewhat pale.
“Morning.”
“Manager Xia, are you feeling unwell?” Having worked with Manager Xia for two years, understanding that she was not as cold as rumors suggested, the secretary immediately asked with concern, “You don’t look very good.”
“It must be because I didn’t sleep well last night, I’m fine,” Xia Xi smiled lightly and casually brushed it off, “What’s the schedule today?”
“The general manager just instructed that you should call the chairman immediately upon arriving at the company.”
“Hmm.” She didn’t need to guess why Chen Yuanhong was looking for her. Most likely he was unhappy about her leaving without explanation yesterday! He turned a blind eye to her contributions to the company, and he would not let even the smallest mistake go. The feeling of powerlessness grew deeper, and Xia Xi deliberately raised her eyebrows, feigning nonchalance.
“Is that all?”
“There’s also an invitation,” the young secretary handed over an exquisite and elegant envelope, “Please be sure to attend the dinner party on Friday night.”
“Oh? Who’s the host? What kind of dinner party is it?” Xia Xi opened the envelope and pulled out the invitation.
“It seems to be a private gathering, hosted by True Dragon Group,” the secretary answered truthfully.
“True Dragon Group?” Xia Xi was somewhat surprised, noticing the name Duan Yexun on the invitation.
Duan Yexun?!
She could guarantee she had never had any business dealings with him, so why would he suddenly send her this invitation? She had been looking for an opportunity to approach True Dragon Group, and unexpectedly, the opportunity had fallen from the sky.
“Ms. Xia, are you going? Should I schedule it in your itinerary?”
“I will go,” Xia Xi pursed her li
“Are you going alone?” “Is the invitation only for me? What about the General Manager?” “I haven’t heard that the General Manager received an invitation.” She had a decent relationship with the General Manager’s secretary, Ms. Liu, so she knew this little piece of insider information. “Strange, it’s only sent to me?” Summer Xi frowned. If there were business dealings, Chen Qijun should have been included. “Manager Summer, would you like me to accompany you?” “No problem, I’ll go by myself,” Summer Xi made her decision immediately, “I’m just going to probe Zhao Qianqiu, I can go alone.” “Okay, I understand.” “Besides these, is there anything else?” “There was a phone call for Manager Summer this morning, the caller didn’t leave a name, but they sounded very angry.” The young secretary reported truthfully. “Angry?” “Yes, he—he insisted that I relay his words to you verbatim…” The young secretary blushed slightly, finding it somewhat embarrassing. “What did he say?” She couldn’t remember offending any client! “He said…” The young secretary’s face turned even redder, cleared her throat, and mustered the courage to say: “My dear Xiao Summer, you didn’t turn on your phone last night, making me worry all night. I’m waiting for you to personally come and compensate me this afternoon…” Her cheeks suddenly burning hot, Summer Xi awkwardly looked at the secretary, who awkwardly looked back at her. “…Manager Summer, do you know who left the message?
“Coming to compensate personally… sounds a bit ambiguous.” “I know.” Adjusting her hair unnaturally, Xia Xi nodded. She could imagine the displeased expression with raised eyebrows when Zi Ye said these words. However, the person answering the phone wasn’t her, so did he need to have someone relay the message? And calling her “dear little Xia Xi” completely undermined her managerial dignity. “Manager Xia?” Rarely seeing the serious Xia Xi blush, the mysterious man who sent a thousand and one champagne roses must be the one asking her to relay the message! “I will handle it, thank you.”
“I’ve reviewed the report you gave me. Although it’s not as good as the previously planned location, it’s still passable. Proceed with your method. Remember, don’t make any more mistakes.” Changing his sitting position comfortably, Lu Zi Ye looked at Zhao Qian Qiu with a calm demeanor. “I understand, I will complete it quickly,” Zhao Qian Qiu lowered his head in shame, unable to stop muttering.
Hate! Extremely hateful woman! If he ever has the chance to meet her in the future, he would definitely… “Qian Qiu, what’s your next schedule?” Lu Zi Ye asked lazily, his thin li
“No need, just let me off here. My car is still in the parking lot. I have many appointments this afternoon, so it’s more convenient for me to drive myself.”
Mentioning the afternoon, Lu Zi Ye suddenly remembered that someone still owed him an explanation! It was already so late and they hadn’t called yet. If he was truly angered, he would personally go and catch that person.
Zhao Qianqiu looked out the car window, “Oh! It’s raining heavily.” “Do you really not want me to drive you?” Lu Ziyi couldn’t help but look out following his gaze. “Thank you for the CEO’s kindness, but I’ll drive myself.” The black sedan slowly stopped by the roadside, and Zhao Qianqiu opened the car door. “See you tomorrow.” “Hmm.” “This rain came so suddenly.” After Zhao Qianqiu got out of the car, the black sedan smoothly slid back into the lane, and Lu Ziyi looked out the window, feeling bored. “Yes, the rain came very suddenly,” Duan Yexun, sitting in the driver’s seat, replied flatly.
His beautiful black eyes couldn’t help but glare at the expressionless Duan Yexun. He was definitely crazy to think they could chat for a moment. What exactly did he see in Duan Yexun that made him place him by his side? What a boring person. Even his answers were so uninteresting. “CEO, your phone.” Duan Yexun handed him the mobile phone. “Thank you.”
