Deputy General Manager Meets Deputy General Manager

At 3 PM, Jiang Fan couldn't bear the atmosphere in the General Department anymore. Those people kept shouting and screaming just because they were asked to do a little work. Jiang Fan rose from his seat and walked out of the General Department, heading to the front door to smoke and wait for the end of the workday. As he left, he heard Liu Jiulong scolding; it seemed he was also somewhat dissatisfied with these colleagues, albeit for Yang Jin's sake.

At the reception area on the first floor, Jiang Fan was chatting leisurely with a young girl, who was hesitant to engage too much with him, fearing trouble. Jiang Fan was someone under special care from General Manager Su.

Just as he stood at the front door of Rongyao, intending to take out his cigarette, one was offered to him. Jiang Fan turned around, slightly surprised, then smiled, took the cigarette, offered his lighter to the other person, and then lit his own. He inhaled deeply, and the mellow flavor filled his lungs, causing him to exhale a long breath.

Beside him, Gao Lvxing smiled as he gazed at the distant street. His smile was different from others; when he smiled, his upper and lower teeth didn't separate. His family always said grinning like that looked foolish, but Jiang Fan didn't find any foolishness in Gao Lvxing; instead, he detected a hint of rogueish charm.

"Do you smoke often?" Gao Lvxing asked, his gaze not shifting, as if the vehicles on the street were more interesting than Jiang Fan. Jiang Fan smiled and replied,

"It's easy to go from frugality to extravagance, but wanting to get accustomed to it, my pocket doesn't allow it."

Gao Lvxing inhaled from his cigarette, exhaled the smoke, and revealed a self-deprecating smile.

"At first, I thought like you. Working hard all day to earn a hundred yuan and seeing someone smoking a hundred-yuan cigarette, I wondered how much they earned a day. But I wasn't envious because I knew one day I could be like them. As a person in his twenties, it's not a bad thing to have some confidence in oneself."

"Hehe, Gao is right," Jiang Fan replied. He didn't know Gao Lvxing's background or how to respond, so he just agreed. Gao Lvxing smiled and said,

"Jiang Fan, right? You've been in the company for a few days. Rongyao is more humanized than other companies. I think you should be accustomed to it by now. General Manager Su is young and vigorous, coming from a rural background, not comparable to the refined ladies of the city. Please be more forgiving about some things."

"Actually, General Manager Su is fine. She's just considering the company," Jiang Fan said, testing the waters with Gao Lvxing. Yang Jin had mentioned that Gao Lvxing and Su Qing were not on good terms, and the company was divided into two factions. Su Qing was like Cheng Yaojin, who suddenly emerged. Being young, she naturally couldn't command respect. Gao Lvxing was the brother-in-law of the major shareholder and had worked here since the company's founding, so he naturally had supporters. But was he now speaking in favor of Su Qing?

Gao Lvxing seemed to understand Jiang Fan's words. He threw away the half-smoked cigarette in his hand and smiled.

"The airport plan is quite good. I just don't understand why you would choose to work in the General Department. The Planning Department and the Project Department suit you well. Even the Marketing Department and the Business Department would be a good fit for you. The General Department is burying talent. It's no different from a nursing home. What kind of future can a group of people who have lost their ambition have?"

"Gao is right. When I first came, I interviewed for the Planning Department, but then my contract was suddenly changed to the General Department. It's the same wherever you go. It's fate's arrangement. As long as you can earn money, it's fine," Jiang Fan replied.

"Oh? Do you consider General Manager Su as heaven? That's a good thought, but unfortunately, a woman can only support half the sky. If you think this cigarette is good, come to my office and ask for it. I'm always generous with talent. Besides, the General Department will be disbanded sooner or later," Gao Lvxing said, then nodded towards the distance and whispered,

"Do you know who drives a Porsche in our company? Besides Su Qing's eye-catching Raptor, the company's cars are all very."

Jiang Fan was still thinking about Gao Lvxing's previous words when the topic suddenly shifted. Following Gao Lvxing's gaze, Jiang Fan's face instantly fell. Why was Li Jinhe's car parked at the front door of Rongyao? At the same time, a red little BMW 320 stopped right at the company's front door. Sun Ya, dressed in fancy clothes, got out of the car, carrying her bag. The white suit she wore also had some charm.

She had come to pick up Gao Lvxing, but seeing him standing with Jiang Fan, she didn't approach. She didn't like Jiang Fan! However, she then noticed that their gazes were not on her. Sun Ya frowned and looked at the approaching white Porsche Panamera with hostility.

The car stopped right opposite the small BMW, and Jiang Fan was conflicted. Should he go down and prevent Tang Wan from getting out? That would mean leaving Gao Lvxing here, but if he didn't, Tang Wan's appearance would attract attention. Just when Jiang Fan was feeling hesitant, Gao Lvxing spoke up.

"Is that Li Jinhe's car from Changxiang? Huh, the Tang family really has strong connections. With a license plate like 1234, is Li Jinhe here for something at Rongyao?"

Jiang Fan suddenly realized, and his forehead grew even more sweaty. Li Jinhe didn't like driving much; she usually rode a small electric scooter when she went out and occasionally drove that A6. What if it wasn't Tang Wan in the car but Li Jinhe? Jiang Fan suddenly felt panicked, but fortunately, the car door hadn't opened yet.

At this moment, his phone rang. Jiang Fan was slightly taken aback when he saw the number. Su Qing? He pressed the answer button and said softly, "Ms. Su, you're looking for me."

Gao Lvxing slightly frowned when he heard the words "Ms. Su." In the phone, Su Qing spoke softly, "Is Gao Lvxing trying to win you over?"

Jiang Fan frowned slightly and whispered, "Ms. Su, I just came out for some fresh air. I'll be back soon."

"Don't rush back. Go ask your mother-in-law why she's here at Rongyao. I saw her car."

Jiang Fan took a deep breath. It seemed that Su Qing knew about his relationship with Tang Wan. He hung up the phone, smiled at Gao Lvxing, and said softly, "Mr. Gao, Ms. Su asked me to inquire..."

Before he could finish, the phone rang again. This time it was Tang Wan. Jiang Fan apologetically smiled at Gao Lvxing, walked down the steps, and headed straight for the Panamera. Just then, the car door opened, and Tang Wan stepped out.

She was wearing a white suit that matched Sun Ya's, but the same attire gave off a different vibe. However, Jiang Fan was not in the mood to appreciate Tang Wan. As he quickly approached, Tang Wan also noticed him and waved at him with a smile.

"Jiang Fan, you're off work?"

Gao Lvxing, who was about to light a cigarette on the steps, was slightly taken aback. He frowned and looked at Jiang Fan's back. Was this new employee very familiar with the vice president of Changxiang? Jiang Fan walked forward, frowning and gritting his teeth, "Young lady, do you think I don't have enough troubles?"

Tang Wan understood what Jiang Fan meant. She pouted, shrugged, and said lightly, "My car broke down. When I went to replace it, Li Jinhe asked me to pick you up and have dinner at her place tonight. As for troubles? Did I disturb your date with Su Qing? Hmm? Were you just with Gao Lvxing? Stay away from that guy, Jiang Fan. I'm saying this for your own good."

"Did you come to Rongyao just for this?"

"I told you in the morning that I would pick you up after work today. Did you forget what I said, Jiang Fan?"

"Alright! We'll talk about it after work. There's still an hour and a half before we finish. Can you go buy some groceries first?"

"No, I'll wait for you downstairs."

Tang Wan started to act petulant again. Ignoring Jiang Fan, she turned around and prepared to get back into the car only to see Sun Ya across from her. Tang Wan's face immediately darkened. This woman was looking at Jiang Fan with a hint of disdain and hostility.

Women understand women best.

Tang Wan sighed and spoke in a voice that was just loud enough for those around her to hear, "If Rongyao is filled with people like this, I won't have to worry about picking you up."

Sun Ya showed anger, while Tang Wan closed the door, revved the engine, and parked in the lot outside the main entrance of Rongyao. Jiang Fan awkwardly smiled at Sun Ya. When he turned around, Gao Lvxing gave him a thumbs-up and a smile.

"Go ahead. Don't let Ms. Tang wait too long. You're a hero, so I'll let you leave two hours early."

Jiang Fan's heart sank. He knew he seemed to have fallen into a considerable predicament.