“Are you two… rivals in love?” Xiao Yufan was so shocked upon hearing Yu Yihan finish telling the entire story between her and Hu Yingluo that his jaw nearly dropped.
“Not exactly rivals in love. We’re just used to competing with each other—even when it comes to men, we have to fight a bit. Of course, we were also best friends once…”
Yu Yihan’s tone sounded very nonchalant. In contrast, Xiao Yufan was speechless. These two beauties were truly formidable. He wondered who was lucky enough to be pursued by both women.
“The ways of the CEO, us ordinary people really can’t understand!”
Shaking his head, Xiao Yufan thought how complicated the affairs of goddesses could be. He naturally decided not to get involved. If the two women suddenly felt playful one day and decided to tease him, he might not even find a place to cry.
“Ordinary people, huh?” Yu Yihan curled her lips slightly, her voice barely audible. From the moment Xiao Yufan took out that exclusive gold credit card, his image in her mind had completely changed. Have you ever seen someone with a limited-edition gold credit card who’s just an average person?
Of course, Xiao Yufan had no idea what Yu Yihan was thinking. He only knew that after the previous commotion, the group soon arrived at the nearest hotel, and by then, everyone’s stomachs had started to protest loudly…
“This time, is it on the company’s budget, or is the CEO personally treating us?”
Xiao Ai directly approached the front desk and asked Yu Yihan behind her, as the nature of company funds versus personal invitations was entirely different.
“Since I brought you all out for dinner, naturally it’s my treat. Do you think I can’t afford the bill?” Yu Yihan smiled faintly, her beautiful dimples faintly visible, completely shedding her previously cold demeanor.
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Since the main part of the new proposal had already been generally confirmed, the afternoon work became much easier. When Xiao Yufan and his group returned to the company, it was almost three in the afternoon.
“It seems you have a pretty good relationship with the CEO. When are you planning to win her heart?”
“A pretty good relationship?” Xiao Yufan was somewhat taken aback, although he didn’t deny it either. But not long ago, their relationship had been very tense. He wasn’t sure exactly when they had gradually become compatible.
“Isn’t that right? I always see the CEO smiling more when she’s with you, even if she doesn’t express much. Some feelings can still be sensed!”
Lin Pingle had always been a gossip. Having noticed the budding connection between Xiao Yufan and Yu Yihan, he was determined to bring them closer together. In his words, this was called accumulating good deeds…
“Never mind me. Focus on your own business. Look at you, flirting with female employees all day long. Aren’t you afraid the CEO will fire you? It’s one thing to flirt a little, but you’re provoking too many. Be careful not to get burned.”
“You don’t understand, bro. I have my own special charm with women. Just worship me and be jealous, okay?”
Lin Pingle exaggerated his expression so much that if it weren’t for the corridor between them, Xiao Yufan would have thrown this narcissistic guy off the rooftop. Of course, he was only thinking about it.
Throughout the afternoon, Xiao Yufan completed the proposal according to his plan and submitted it to Yu Yihan. His reason for being so conscientious was to prove that he hadn’t gotten into the company through any connections.
Xiao Yufan had gradually come to understand the power of gossip. He had become indifferent to the rumors circulating in the company. As long as they weren’t too excessive, no matter what others said, he would simply smile it off. He could understand their jealousy, but could jealousy alone bring such results?
“I was born beautiful. No, I mean born handsome. What’s the use of envying and resenting me?” Even though he didn’t care, Xiao Yufan still felt somewhat annoyed, especially when he heard the accusation of being a kept man.
Back in college, when he was pursuing Cheng Ying, he had once been labeled as a kept man. Now that he had finally made it through, this label seemed to have mysteriously returned. What’s more, he and Yu Yihan weren’t even that close.
As he was thinking about how to pass the boring time until the end of the workday, a sudden vibration from his phone came through. Xiao Yufan immediately picked it up and saw that it was a call from Mu Qing. He wondered what she needed at this moment.
“Yufan, Ma Teng is in trouble. Can you help him…” As soon as she spoke, Xiao Yufan heard Mu Qing’s voice choked with emotion. His heart suddenly sank. He had no idea what had happened—hadn’t everything been fine just last night?
“Don’t panic. Take it slowly. What exactly happened to Ma Teng?” Xiao Yufan shot up from his seat, drawing curious glances from his colleagues around him. He apologetically nodded to everyone, then sat back down, full of confusion.
“Ma Teng… he borrowed money from loan sharks…” On the other end of the line, Mu Qing paused, trying her best to make her words clearer. However, her emotions still fluctuated greatly.
“Loan sharks? Has he gone crazy…” Xiao Yufan couldn’t process it at first and was visibly surprised. Considering Ma Teng and Mu Qing’s living conditions, even if not rich, they at least lived comfortably. Why on earth would Ma Teng need to borrow from loan sharks…
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