In the air-conditioned room, the steaming hot steak noodles became more and more tempting. The room, which was originally filled with the faint fragrance of a woman, was also filled with an alluring fragrance. Especially when Xiao Zheng sat down shamelessly, Lin Huayin, who was hungry and tired, had to compromise. Under Xiao Zheng's burning gaze, she picked up the bowl of noodles and ate slowly.
In fact, Lin Huayin had only eaten a sandwich and a cup of hot milk tea for the whole day. She had been drinking coffee the whole day to allay her hunger. Because of the emergency meeting at noon, she even dragged the staff to starve with her. Not to mention eating, they didn't even have time to drink water. After the meeting, the staff got off work one after another. After leaving the company, Lin Huayin hid in the office to plan for the whole night, hoping to reduce the risk of this crisis as much as possible. Even at this moment, before Xiao Zheng entered the door, she was still repeatedly revising the plan and making some constructive comments on the details.
Not hungry? Not tired?
Of course not. When she came to Mingzhu alone to fight for her career, she had expected all the challenges she would face in the future. But she was not afraid, and she was not afraid. She wanted to prove to everyone that what men could do, women could do the same, and they could do it better and better. She also wanted to tell that person in Yan Jing that without relying on him, she could still live well and live a wonderful life.
After a mouthful of the spicy and sour steak noodles, the little worm in Lin Huayin's lower abdomen was immediately active, constantly teasing Lin Huayin's appetite. However, as a woman who came from a prestigious family and had excellent manners and upbringing, she would always maintain her elegance regardless of whether she was eating alone or with others. It was not pretentious, nor was it pretentious, but a habit that had been developed since young, and had long been deeply rooted in her bones.
The noodles were slightly soft, and the soup was slightly salty. Although chili was appetizing, there was too much. For a vegetarian like her who mainly focused on light food, the taste was always too heavy. No matter how hungry he was, there was no way he could finish the big bowl of noodles cooked according to Xiao Zheng's appetite.
Lin Huayin, who had buried her head in eating half a bowl, put down her chopsticks. Her tired face gradually became rosy, and she said softly, "I'm full."
"You're already full after eating so little?" Xiao Zheng smacked his lips. "Don't hide your appetite just because I'm here. In my opinion, being able to eat is a blessing. Women who eat more will have a rounder figure, which makes them more attractive to men. "
"I don't eat to please men," Lin Huayin said indifferently.
Although she was grateful to Xiao Zheng for giving her a bowl of steak noodles when her stomach was rumbling, Lin Huayin still couldn't get rid of her cold and unsociable personality. Even if she tried her best to suppress it, she still gave off an unapproachable feeling.
Seeing that Lin Huayin was really full, Xiao Zheng didn't force her. He took the bowl of noodles and stirred it a few times, trying his best to mix every noodle with the remaining soup. Only then did he eat the noodles in big mouthfuls.
Xiao Zheng's behavior shocked Lin Huayin, who felt warm and satisfied in her lower abdomen. The moment Xiao Zheng ate the noodles, her body slightly leaned forward, and the corner of her mouth twitched. She wanted to persuade him, but didn't know how to speak.
After a long time, when Xiao Zheng finished the bowl of steak noodles that were so spicy that he was sweating, he couldn't help but mutter, "No wonder you can't finish it. The sour and spicy taste is enough, but it's a little salty. You definitely can't get used to it. "
After that, Xiao Zheng, who was full, wanted to light a cigarette, but he realized that this wasn't his bedroom, but Lin Huayin's room. He immediately resisted the urge to smoke, put down the bowl and chopsticks, and said, "During the day, I saw you gathered all the department leaders to the private room for a meeting. Are you worried that Han Bin will bear a grudge and use his influence in Xin Ao to stir up trouble?"
"It's human nature," Lin Huayin said calmly. She didn't seem surprised by this ending, nor did she have the slightest bit of resentment towards Han Bin. It seemed that she had a deep understanding of human nature, and she also had considerable confidence in her own strength.
"Then, will he sell Xin Ao's trade secrets, or will he rope his subordinates to jump the nest with him, causing Xin Ao to have a shortage of technical backbone? Or will he do something even more outrageous for revenge? "Xiao Zheng asked.
"If he dares to sell trade secrets, I can put him in jail. As for the technical elites in Xin Ao, I don't think he can rope many of them away, "Lin Huayin said concisely.
"Isn't he the vice president? Isn't he an elder who has been in Xin Ao since the beginning of the company? How can he not have his own small circle? "Xiao Zheng asked in surprise.
"Small circles are to consolidate one's own interests. Forming cliques is just to give one more say. But in Xin Ao, I am the one who has the most say. If I let you choose, will you choose him or me? "Lin Huayin asked calmly.
"It depends on who can offer more money," Xiao Zheng said rationally. "Whether it's to climb up or to form cliques, at the end of the day, it's all about interests."
"How much is your monthly salary?" Lin Huayin asked.
"— —" Xiao Zheng felt that Lin Huayin was deliberately humiliating him, but he didn't hide it and answered honestly. "If I have the full bonus and can work on time, I can get up to 8,000 or even 9,000."
"In Xin Ao, even a security guard can get 9,000. Do you know how much the head of the security department can get? "Lin Huayin asked.
"How much?" Xiao Zheng's eyes lit up. He was eager to know Bai Yujiao's salary.
"As you said, as long as I have the full bonus and I don't violate the company's rules, I can get 50,000 a month," Lin Huayin said word by word. "You have met my assistant. She is getting an annual salary in Xin Ao, and she will also get a bonus at the end of the year."
"From the first day I established Xin Ao, I know how much damage internal conflicts can do to a company. Around the world, there are countless large companies that are on the road to destruction because of internal conflicts. So, I can give my employees a high salary, but there is only one condition, no cliques. Once found out, they will be fired. "
Xiao Zheng's expression was subtle, and he said with admiration, "No wonder Tang Ming and the others can tolerate Xin Ao's high-pressure policy. So, you have grasped the thoughts of your employees. You know how they will choose. "
Even after receiving Xiao Zheng's praise, Lin Huayin was still expressionless, "So, I can tell you that the real threat to Xin Ao is not the core employees that Han Bin might take away. Because the relationship between these people and Han Bin has always been that of a superior and a subordinate. When Han Bin was the Vice President of New Ao, he was worthy of the people below him fawning over him. But when I kicked him out, When he was kicked out by me, who would follow him regardless of their future? Using a higher salary to rope him in? In Mingzhu, Xin Ao's salary is more than 50% above the average. I don't think Han Bin has the courage to do that. The Han Family will not allow him to spend a sky-high salary to do something that harms others without benefiting himself. "
"Then, what is the real threat to Xin Ao?" Xiao Zheng asked curiously.
Since there is no need to worry about losing a large number of internal employees, it is basically impossible to harm Xin Ao's foundation. What else does Lin Huayin have to worry about?
"Xin Ao is going to be listed soon. The Han Family might maliciously smear Xin Ao because of Han Bin's ouster, and cause the public opinion to be unfavorable to Xin Ao." Lin Huayin clearly pointed out the problem.
"Then, when I scolded Mei Fangfang just now, didn't I increase the invisible threat to Xin Ao?" Xiao Zheng said with his ears flushed.
Lin Huayin said lightly, "Even if you don't say it, I will say it. It is just not as bad as what you said. "
Seeing that Lin Huayin did not blame him, Xiao Zheng raised his head and asked, "From what you said, the biggest threat to Xin Ao now is the Han Family slandering Xin Ao and affecting the listing process?"
"It is just a possibility." Lin Huayin pursed her lips. "Xin Ao has not had any ownership disputes in the past few years, and it has never been involved in the judicial process. There is no negative news in Mingzhu either. Even if the Han Family wants to slander Xin Ao, it will not have much of an impact."
"But no matter what, the loss of internal employees in Xin Ao and the malicious slandering from the outside will be a big hindrance to the listing. Moreover, looking at Mei Fangfang's arrogant attitude just now, the Han Family's influence in Mingzhu is definitely not small. Once they get serious, Xin Ao may not be able to withstand it. "
Lin Huayin frowned. "I will think of a way to solve it."
"With your prestige and means, I believe it is not difficult to deal with internal problems. But what about external causes? How are you going to prevent the bombardment of public opinion? You can't possibly bribe all the media, can you? Of course, if you really do that, then you'll become a laughing stock. They'll think that you're trying to hide something. "Xiao Zheng analyzed rationally.
"I will look into it again." Lin Huayin said calmly.
"You don't have to look into it anymore. I'll help you come up with a plan. I guarantee that it will be able to guard against the Han Clan's sinister intentions. "Xiao Zheng squinted his eyes and smiled.
"Are you going to make a move?" Lin Huayin looked at Xiao Zheng doubtfully. She asked curiously. "What way?"
"Have you heard of Ciyun Orphanage?" Xiao Zheng asked excitedly. When it came to their "home", everyone would feel proud from the bottom of their heart, especially when this "home" was indeed something to be proud of.
"I have heard of it. It is the best and most famous orphanage in Mingzhu. I heard that the director was even personally received by the leaders of the municipal committee and was awarded a medal. She is a well-known figure in Mingzhu. "Lin Huayin explained patiently. There was a hint of respect in her cold eyes.
"We are old acquaintances. If he stands up for Xin Ao, even if the Han Family goes to great lengths to smear Xin Ao's name, the media will still give him face, right? "Xiao Zheng said proudly. "After all, he is the target of the media and is known as a benevolent old man in Mingzhu. Anyone who dares to offend him is going against the public opinion. "
Lin Huayin calmly listened to Xiao Zheng's description. After a long while, she finally asked, "Why are you always able to get acquainted with this kind of virtuous and respectable old man, yet your own moral character doesn't have much of a shining point?"
Xiao Zheng was taken aback at first, then he said angrily, "I am trying to help you, but you are mocking me?"
"I am just speaking the truth." Lin Huayin said. "I have my own way to solve this problem. There is no need to trouble the old man. "
Xiao Zheng was greatly disappointed. His eyes were filled with eagerness as he asked, "Even if you have a way, there is no need to reject the old man's help, right? After all, it is a piece of cake for him. Hmm, if you can donate one or two million, the old man will definitely be more motivated to promote. "
"I can donate money. You don't have to help, "Lin Huayin said. Her eyes flashed as she stared at Xiao Zheng. "You want to see him?"
Xiao Zheng did not expect Lin Huayin to guess his thoughts. He did not hide it and sighed. "I have not seen him for seven years. I do miss him."
"Can't you just go and see him? Is it necessary to borrow my name? "Lin Huayin asked.
"I am afraid that it will be awkward. It is better to find a reason," Xiao Zheng said awkwardly.
In fact, his relationship with the old dean was only that of a dean and an orphan, but in fact, it was a father-son relationship. At that time, he was young and frivolous. He chose to drop out of school when the college entrance examination was approaching, which made the old dean so angry that he almost went to the hospital. The relationship between the two was broken, and a huge estrangement appeared. Seven years had passed. Xiao Zheng had seen through everything, but he still did not dare to visit the old dean after seven years. Occasionally, he would wake up from a dream, but his mind was filled with the old scene of the orphanage that he could not get rid of, which made him melancholic.
"Is this what you men call face?" Lin Huayin glanced at Xiao Zheng with a cold gaze. "You obviously want to see him, but you don't want to see him because of your face?"
Xiao Zheng opened his mouth and was speechless. He looked melancholic. "Maybe you are right. I do care about my face."
Lin Huayin pondered for a moment and said, "I'm free tomorrow afternoon. Go ask for half a day off and accompany me to donate. "
Xiao Zheng was overjoyed and said excitedly, "Really?"
Lin Huayin's expression softened slightly. She did not understand why Xiao Zheng was sometimes like a rascal, and sometimes as innocent as a child, without any shrewdness. She nodded lightly and said, "Yes. After I heard about the old man's deeds, I had the idea of donating. But I've been busy with work and forgot about it over time. "
"How much do you plan to donate?" Xiao Zheng asked. "The orphanage is not small. The old dean has taken in nearly a thousand orphans, and the daily expenses are quite staggering. "
"Five million." Lin Huayin said without hesitation.
"Well done!" Xiao Zheng gave a thumbs up. "I know you're a good woman with a Buddha's heart!"
"Didn't you say before that I don't have a heart?" Lin Huayin asked. A touch of relief flashed between her brows. Perhaps she was really too tense. At this moment, a few harmless jokes with Xiao Zheng could relax her tense nerves.
"Did I?" Xiao Zheng said awkwardly. "Then I might have misunderstood."
After a short pause, Xiao Zheng's expression suddenly became strange. He asked tentatively, "Then when the time comes, what kind of relationship should we use to meet the old dean?"
"Colleagues." Lin Huayin said without hesitation.
"Colleagues?" Xiao Zheng argued. "I was the most promising child of the old dean, and I told him that I would be outstanding in the future. If I go as your subordinate, I feel a little … "
"If you're afraid of embarrassing yourself, work harder and be more diligent. Don't slack off and wait for a pie to fall from the sky." Lin Huayin said coldly.
"Doesn't this mean that a piece of meat pie has fallen from the sky?" Xiao Zheng stared at Lin Huayin thought-provoking as he spoke with a double meaning.
Lin Huayin's expression darkened. She said with displeasure, "Watch your words."
No woman would be willing to be described as a pie. Even if Xiao Zheng's description was positive and complimentary, Lin Huayin still couldn't accept it.
"Okay …" Xiao Zheng smiled and nodded. "When the time comes, we can call ourselves good friends. That should be fine, right? You're my superior in the company. After work, we can be good friends. Isn't that good? "
Lin Huayin pursed her lips and said, "Yes, that's fine. You can go now. I have to work. "
Seeing that she agreed, Xiao Zheng got up to clean up the dishes. He said with a smile, "Okay, I won't bother you anymore. But it's getting late. Don't stay up too late. It's not good for your health. "
"I know." Lin Huayin opened the document and ignored Xiao Zheng. She only looked up when she heard the door close. A subtle light flashed in her eyes.
Good friends? With Lin Huayin's intelligence, she could naturally see what Xiao Zheng was planning. But their identities did exist. Although she didn't want to admit it, she had to accept this reality to some extent.
Xiao Zheng was, after all, her legally wedded husband! She couldn't make it public in the company because of the big picture. But in private, she had no reason to refuse. Moreover, in terms of the identity of a husband, Xiao Zheng's acting wasn't bad, and he had always been protecting her. Even if he offended Mei Fangfang publicly, he didn't seem to be afraid. Lin Huayin didn't want to embarrass such a brave man who was willing to stand in front of her to protect her. After all, the two of them still had a long way to go. One accident and he might have to go through the end of his life.
This time, Lin Huayin didn't have a sudden surge of negative emotions like the time in the restaurant. She could look at everything calmly. This attitude made Lin Huayin, who was experienced and wise, fall into a subtle uneasiness and hesitation. Enduring for a long time …
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