Cinderella Innocent and Boss Charming - Chapter 95

Chapter 95 Keep Changing Until You’re Satisfied

Gu Nianbin heard someone coming in and knew that it was Shao Boqing. He raised his head and looked at him with a smile. “Boss Shao, you don’t look so well.”

Normally, Shao Boqing was the teaser. It was rare for him to be teased by Gu Nianbin, now he could only smile bitterly.

“It’s just a change of secretary. Don’t act like it’s the end of the world.”

Shao Boqing sat down and said, “What will be, will be. She can leave if she likes to. I’m just not satisfied with the new secretary Zhou Ting hired.”

“Then keep changing until you’re satisfied,” Gu Nianbin said, “but don’t be too picky. It’s impossible to find another Nina in a short period of time.”

Shao Boqing raised his eyebrows and said unhappily, “Who said I was looking for another Nina? Anyone who is capable will do.”

Gu Nianbin said, “Then there’s no problem. There’re a lot of capable employees in the company.”

At this time, Zhou Ting called in and said, “Boss, Manager Gu is here.”

Gu Nianbin said, “Let him in.”

Even though his visit was reported in advance, Gu Nianjing still knocked in a proper manner. Only after hearing Gu Nianbin answer from inside did he open the door and enter.

“President, General Manager.” Gu Nianjing held a folder in his arms and bowed respectfully to the two top decision makers of the company.

Shao Boqing said, “Nianjing, you’re one of us, relax. It seems like we aren’t close if you act so seriously.”

Gu Nianjing smiled. “Close as we are, I still have to follow the rules.”

Gu Nianbin laughed. “The General Manager doesn’t even know the rules as well as the Department Manager. Aren’t you embarrassed?” Then he turned to Gu Nianjing and said, “Have a seat.”

Gu Nianjing sat down and handed the folder to Gu Nianbin. “I’ve already checked the financial arrangement. There shouldn’t be any problems with the first three phases.”

“Not should,” Gu Nianbin said, “make sure there’s absolutely no problem when it comes to money. Every dollar must go to its own project under a well-managed budget. Or else you will have no extra money to fill in the gap if you run into cash flow problems.”

Gu Nianjing nodded. “I know, President. I will double check it until I’m absolutely certain.”

Shao Boqing said, “It’s good that there’s requirements for the bidders this time. Several companies that are not large and powerful enough have already withdrawn their tender. The remaining ones are at the same level. But we do not have advantages competing with Jiang Group. I have already asked the Finance Department to collect idle capitals from our subsidiaries. If you don’t have enough money, I can help you out.”

“Thank you, Boss Shao,” Gu Nianjing said happily. “Then I don’t have any worries.”

“Well, Nianjing, our president has given you the power this time. You must use it well. Don’t fail him.”

“Yes, Boss Shao, I know.” Gu Nianjing suddenly remembered something and continued, “Boss Shao, I have already asked the Finance Department to transfer this month’s money to Chenguang.”

“Oh!” Shao Boqing smiled and said, “I must thank you on behalf of my Xueqing.”

Gu Nianbin said, “Well, you don’t avoid arousing suspicions at all.”

“What’s the point? The money was planned to be transferred, just a matter of time. It’s obviously good for them to get the money early to do marketing.”

The three of them discussed other businesses for a while before Gu Nianjing stood up and was about to leave. Shao Boqing followed him to stand up. “I’m leaving too.” They then left the president’s office one after the other.

In the corridor, Shao Boqing asked Gu Nianjing, “Is your big brother up to any bad ideas recently?”

“No, he hasn’t even cleaned up the mess with Hexun yet. He has no time to do anything else,” Gu Nianjing said.

“That’s good,” Shao Boqing smiled, “I don’t even fear the president in the company. I’m only afraid of your big brother! He makes me helpless every time he causes trouble.”

“Don’t worry, Boss Shao,” Gu Nianjing said, “I will keep an eye on him.”

Shao Boqing patted Gu Nianjing on the shoulder and said, “Do your best. Your second brother will have to rely on you in the future.”

“No, no,” Gu Nianjing said humbly, “Boss Shao, you are the one he relies on the most.”

“I’m not his family. Besides, my family also has a lot matters that need me to attend to. Now that the president is willing to nurture you, you have to cherish the opportunity. Don’t disappoint him and me.”

“Yes, Boss Shao, thank you.” Gu Nianjing stood at the intersection and let Shao Boqing go first.

Shao Boqing patted him on the shoulder again and then went to his office.

Entering the room, he felt uncomfortable as soon as he saw the new secretary’s cowardly and cautious look. He called Zhou Ting the second he was in his own office. “Find me a new secretary, immediately.”

Zhou Ting didn’t dare to say anything when hearing his angry voice and said hurriedly, “Yes, Boss Shao, right away.”

Shao Boqing sat down and finished a cigarette before feeling better. A good secretary is really important because he or she could affect the boss’s mood all day long. He used to joke that a good secretary was a fine necessity for a boss. Now the good secretary he had trained would be working for somebody else, General Manager Shao felt unwilling suddenly when thinking about it.

The new secretary didn’t even sit long enough to warm her chair before being sent back wherever she came from, so she felt helpless and reluctant. When she was chosen, she was so happy, thinking that she would be able to enjoy a great life with General Manager Shao from now on and be as proud as Nina in the company in the future. But she didn’t even stay all morning and got fired. She lost the glory and wealth she had imagined, besides, she felt extremely embarrassed…

Zhou Ting learned a lesson. After picking another person, the first thing she did was telling her some of Shao Boqing’s rules and habits in detail. She had learnt these things here and there from Nina and didn’t know if there was anything else. She could only try her best. If Shao Boqing was still unsatisfied, there was nothing else she could do. Thinking about this, Secretary Zhou scolded Nina again in her heart, “Stupid girl, if you want to quit, follow the procedures and train the rookie well before leaving! Now you get me in this tricky situation. You troublemaker!”

Speaking of which, the troublemaker’s phone had been turned off all this time. Secretary Zhou was also puzzled. She knew that something was wrong with the whole matter, but now she couldn’t leave her work to settle things with Nina, so she decided to drop by her place after work.

However, when she got off work, she got an important task of accompanying Du Xiaoxian from Gu Nianbin. It was said that Shao Boqing invited their boss to play cards together tonight because the former was in a bad mood. The happy President Gu was not the kind of person who would forget his brothers once he had a woman, so he agreed unwillingly.

Zhou Ting actually liked to go to the apartment and kept Du Xiaoxian company. They had a lot of snacks at home, some of which seemed to be made by President Gu personally. Eating the cream cookies, Zhou Ting’s mouth was full of fragrance and her heart was filled with emotions. Now President Gu, the godlike man to her, had a new skill of cooking. She simply couldn’t envy Du Xiaoxian more. Even if she was just a mistress, it was worth it to be spoiled by such an outstanding man for the rest of her life.

Du Xiaoxian used to be very silent, but now she kept talking with her pleasant voice like a chirping bird. She took out all the delicious snacks at home to treat Zhou Ting and showed her the beautiful things Gu Nianbin had bought for her. Zhou Ting felt very envious while looking at the dressing table full of skin care products. There was her favorite brand, but the products were too expensive for her. She could only afford one or two bottles when there were discounts, but Du Xiaoxian had the whole boxset. She picked up a bottle of toner, squeezed out a bean-sized cream on the back of her hand and spread it over carefully. A faint fragrance filled the air immediately. Before she could speak, Du Xiaoxian stuffed the toner bottle in her hand and said, “Sister Zhou, take it if you like.”

“No, no, no. How can I take your things?” Zhou Ting waved her hand hurriedly. Last time when Shao Boqing was throwing the engagement party, she accompanied Du Xiaoxian here and had already taken away a mobile phone pendant. She only accepted that because it was not worth much, and Du Xiaoxian insisted on giving it to her. However, this bottle of toner was expensive, which cost more than a thousand yuan. If President Gu found out, would she still be able to live? She was asked to keep Du Xiaoxian company, and she took away one thing at a time. If this carried on, wouldn’t she be able to empty the house?

Du Xiaoxian said, “It doesn’t matter, Sister Zhou. I don’t use these things. They were just left there. Take and use them, or else it would be a waste.”

Zhou Ting saw that most of the bottles were unopened. She knew Du Xiaoxian was telling the truth. The little girl might not be accustomed to using these things, but it was truly improper to take things like this.

“But the boss…” she said hesitantly, “I… I can’t take them.”

“I won’t tell him,” Du Xiaoxian smiled and said. “I’ve taken a few bottles and given them to my classmates. He didn’t even know.”

If this was the case… Zhou Ting heaved a sigh of relief. It was a waste to put away a toner that cost more than a thousand yuan. It was worth it to be used by her. Since Du Xiaoxian was so sincere to give it to her, and she just happened to need it. Then why couldn’t she…

Du Xiaoxian saw that she was hesitating and quickly stuffed the toner into her pocket. Zhou Ting made a gesture to take it out but Du Xiaoxian hurriedly held her hands. Zhou Ting was just pretending to refuse, so she finally accepted it and secretly felt delighted in her heart.

Afterwards, Zhou Ting did not dare to touch anything she liked. She was afraid that the little girl would be so enthusiastic as to give her more things, and she was even more afraid that she would not be able to resist the temptation.

After seeing various beautiful things, Du Xiaoxian then took Zhou Ting to see her paintings. At first glance, Zhou Ting felt that these paintings were childish, as if they were painted by a little child. However, the more she looked at them, the more she thought they were attractive. She didn’t know much about paintings, but she was slowly attracted to them. Many of Du Xiaoxian’s paintings were landscape, the blue sky, white clouds, red flowers, green trees, lush pastures, winding mountain paths, cooking smoke curling up from houses, dancing dragonflies and fluttering butterflies… The colors were very bright and a little too dazzling, but they were very beautiful.

Zhou Ting clicked her tongue as she watched, “So beautiful, Xiaoxian, you’re so awesome!”

Being praised, Du Xiaoxian said embarrassedly, “The teacher said that I painted well, so was the Young Master.”

“Yes,” Zhou Ting nodded, “keep painting like this, and you will definitely have great achievements.”

Du Xiaoxian rubbed her nose and said happily, “The teacher said that if I could paint well, I can have my own art exhibitions or sell my paintings for money in the future. At that time, I will be able to earn money by myself.”

“Good,” Zhou Ting laughed and held her hands, “I wish you’d become a great painter soon!”

Du Xiaoxian giggled and said, “I’ll get you something to drink.” Before Zhou Ting could say no, Du Xiaoxian had already run into the kitchen. Zhou Ting followed her out and found Du Xiaoxian’s phone ringing on the tea table. She shouted, “Xiaoxian, your phone is ringing.”

“It’s Young Master. Answer it for me,” Du Xiaoxian responded to her from the kitchen.

Zhou Ting swiped the screen, but before she could say anything, Gu Nianbin spoke as if he couldn’t wait any longer, “Baby!”

Zhou Ting instantly became petrified, and she forcefully swallowed back her words that had come to her mouth. She was afraid that she would make a sound, so she covered her mouth and took the phone to the kitchen for Du Xiaoxian to answer.

She felt that half of her body was numbed by that “baby,” and her hand kept trembling while holding the phone… She regretted secretly not having turned on the video, or else she could see the cold-faced boss’s expression at this moment…