The moon was bright and the stars were sparse.
Lin Qian was in her pajamas, sitting cross-legged on the bed with her chin resting on her hand.
She was in a daze.
"I trust you." His low and cool voice seemed to be lingering in her ears, and every word slipped into her mind.
Lin Qian had to admit that something was wrong.
Actually, when he said, "Someone suggested the Ming Sheng project to me," she knew something was wrong.
And when he said, "I've made up my mind at noon," the uneasiness was even more obvious.
In the end, he tossed out three heavy words, "I believe you." Lin Qian finally realized that this feeling of uneasiness and a little satisfaction was called "flattery."
Of course, she had always been "spoiled" wherever she went. In college, she was the right-hand man of her teacher and the backbone of the club. At SMQ, she had excellent performance for three years in a row. Even the boss of the company, Chen Zheng, wanted to "spoil" her too much.
But now that the one "spoiling" her was Li Zhicheng, things were different.
He had no experience in the business world and was a soldier who did more than he said. He didn't listen to his other subordinates, but he only said "I trust you" to her, which made Lin Qian feel more confident than anyone else.
Lin Qian even had the illusion that she was a "sycophant." Wasn't that right? His boss was young and easy to bully. Just because he met her when he was patrolling incognito, he appreciated her character and talent, so he relied on her a lot. An absurd and ambitious idea flashed through Lin Qian's mind. Of course, she immediately threw it aside.
No matter what, this was a good opportunity for her to become one of the most powerful people in Aida Group.
Thinking of this, she made up her mind. She picked up her phone and called Lin Mochen.
After listening to her request, Lin Mochen only smiled slightly, "Why? You've been working at SMQ for three years. You've never asked me for help. You've only been the assistant of Aida's president for three days, and you want me to help your boss? "
Lin Qian chuckled, "I know what I'm doing. Don't you trust my judgment?"
The next morning.
Lin Qian sat in her seat, holding the Ming Sheng project plan that the marketing department had rushed out overnight.
Just as Xue Mingtao said yesterday, the plan also mentioned that the biggest difficulty now was establishing customer relationships. And the most important person in the customer relationship was naturally the other party's senior management.
Ming Sheng was one of the most influential state-owned enterprises in the country, and its senior leaders were all well-known figures in the domestic business world. It wasn't something that a private company like Aida could easily reach.
If they were to make a move now, they would at most be able to get in touch with people at the level of the other party's office director or purchasing manager. If they wanted to reach the top, they would definitely need time and opportunity. The worst case scenario was that he might not even be able to meet with the higher-ups on the day of the official bidding. Then this project would be considered a failure.
At this time, Xue Mingtao came out of Li Zhicheng's office with a few marketing managers. All of them had solemn expressions on their faces and seemed to be in a hurry. Lin Qian knocked on the door and entered.
Li Zhicheng didn't sit behind the big office desk, but on the sofa in the middle of the office. He rested his arms on his knees, crossed his fingers, and rested his chin on his hand. He was deep in thought.
It was rare to see him so focused in thought. Lin Qian lightened her movements. She first put away the paper cups on the table, then filled his large military cup with hot water and brought it to him.
He looked up at her, quietly waiting for her to speak.
Lin Qian smiled. "Mr. Li, about the Ming Sheng project, maybe I can …" Before she could finish, the office door was pushed open and Gu Yanzhi walked in. Seeing the two of them, his expression didn't change. He sat down on the sofa next to Li Zhicheng and said to him, "Let's talk about that again."
Li Zhicheng didn't answer, but looked at Lin Qian again. "Finish." Gu Yanzhi also raised his eyebrows and looked at her.
Lin Qian paused and went straight to the point. "My brother works in the U.S. He used to work for DP Investment Group, which is a major foreign shareholder that owns part of the outstanding shares of Ming Sheng. He has a good relationship with them. I think if it's convenient, I can ask him to help me contact them. Maybe he can arrange a meeting with the top management of Ming Sheng. "
Before she finished speaking, she saw Gu Yanzhi's eyes brighten. Lin Qian knew she had hit the nail on the head. She was secretly happy.
They both looked at Li Zhicheng.
He had straightened his body and was sitting on the sofa. His eyes were calm and there was no obvious joy on his face. He seemed to be thinking about her suggestion.
After a short silence, he said in a low voice, "I don't need to use your connections." He was calm and seemed to have a trace of stubbornness.
Lin Qian was stunned.
Gu Yanzhi was also stunned. He looked at Lin Qian with a teasing smile on his face. "Lin Qian, your Mr. Li is used to being in the military. He hasn't learned his lesson yet. The thing he hates the most is using … um, nepotism to achieve his goals. "
Lin Qian was speechless.
Nepotism?
Gu Yanzhi's tone was half-serious. Lin Qian couldn't tell what he meant by that. But … Mr. Li wouldn't really be like this, would he?
She looked at Li Zhicheng. He was also looking at her.
Lin Qian said, "I made this suggestion because I think it's a quick and convenient way. And … "
His dark eyes were like a bottomless pool. As Lin Qian stared at him, she suddenly heard what he said yesterday, "I trust you." Her heart warmed.
"And what?" he suddenly asked, which was very rare.
Lin Qian looked at him and answered quietly, "And, since ancient times, nepotism has always been the most useful and practical."
Gu Yanzhi was stunned and then laughed out loud.
Even Li Zhicheng was stunned for a moment, and then a faint smile appeared on his face. His thin lips curled up, and his stern facial features softened a little.
Lin Qian blushed.
Gu Yanzhi stopped laughing and stood up. "Okay, Lin Qian, you've even said such a wise thing. As a leader, we have to be grateful. I'll make the decision. Zhicheng, don't worry about it. It's settled. Lin Qian, go do it right now. "
Li Zhicheng didn't say anything. Lin Qian didn't even look at his face. She quickly answered, "Okay!" and turned to leave.
Since it was his only sister's rare request, Lin Mochen didn't wait for her to confirm with the leader. Lin Qian had just come out of Li Zhicheng's office when Lin Mochen called, "It's done. Tomorrow at four o 'clock."
Lin Qian was stunned and immediately flattered him, "Brother, you're awesome!" But in her heart, she thought, He's still so domineering. What if Li Zhicheng really refused today? Lin Mochen's attitude was very clear. His sister's kindness, the CEO of Aida would accept it. Even if he didn't want to accept it … he had to accept it!
According to Lin Mochen, Kang Zhicong, the CEO of Ming Sheng Group, would return from a business trip in Beijing tomorrow at noon. Lin Qian thought it was a good time. Kang Zhicong would arrive at the office around two or three o 'clock in the afternoon. He would be able to meet them after a break. Ming Sheng got off work at 5: 30, so there wouldn't be anything else scheduled. It was rare and good enough to talk for an hour and a half.
After dawdling in her seat for a while, Lin Qian went to find the two bosses and reported the matter. Gu Yanzhi was naturally delighted and immediately called the marketing department over. Li Zhicheng looked at her and didn't say anything.
Lin Qian thought, Is he really not willing?
He should be … willing. After all, the situation is stronger than the person.
In the evening.
Xue Mingtao came out of the CEO's office with a few of his confidants. But this time, everyone's faces were obviously glowing. Lin Qian looked up and smiled politely at them. Unexpectedly, Xue Mingtao walked up to her and stretched out his hand, "Assistant Lin, I heard from CEO Li. Thank you! You solved a big problem for our marketing department. "
Lin Qian immediately stood up with a smile.
Oh, the boss praised me?
After they left, Lin Qian peeked at the half-closed door. Still not leaving? Are you happy?
At this moment, as if sensing her movement, a cold voice came from inside, "Come in."
Lin Qian pushed the door open and saw Li Zhicheng standing by the table, turning his head to look at her.
Lin Qian smiled, "What's the matter, Mr. Li?"
He didn't answer. After thinking for a while, he turned and walked to her.
At this time, the light outside the window was dim and dusk was low. Above his head, there was a clear light like water waves, shining on his eyebrows, nose, and thin lips, making them clear and soft.
He walked up to her and stood a step away from her, looking straight at her.
His eyes were very dark and deep, and his face was expressionless. Lin Qian's heart slowly rose. Why is he so close to me? Doesn't he always keep strangers away?
Under his burning gaze, she calmed down.
"Why did you help me?" His low and calm voice said.
Lin Qian was slightly stunned and answered frankly, "Because you are worth it."
He looked down at her, his eyes seemed to be even calmer.
"Thank you, Lin Qian."
Lin Qian blinked.
So he wants to thank me …
Lin Qian looked down again at the distance between them, and then looked up at his handsome, cold face.
Boss, are you showing your sincerity and sincerity by coming so close to me to thank me?
He's really … honest to the extreme.
Meeting his clear gaze, Lin Qian slightly paused.
How to respond to a boss's praise is also an art in the workplace. You can't show arrogance, but you can't be too modest either.
She smiled lightly, straightened her back, waved her hand, and gave a beautiful and neat military salute, "Major, it's my honor."
Sure enough, she got it right again.
Li Zhicheng's dark eyes were full of smiles.
Lin Qian also smiled.
Nowadays, it was said that subordinates should also be able to manage their superiors. She should be able to manage him well, right?
Such a person with a poker face has smiled at her twice today.
While she was secretly pleased with herself, she suddenly heard him say again, "I will report back. From now on. "
Soon, it was the next afternoon.
The Cadillac drove steadily in the city. Lin Qian sat in the passenger seat, and Xue Mingtao was driving. Gu Yanzhi and Li Zhicheng were naturally in the back seat.
The car drove into the CBD area in the west of the city. Among the tall buildings on both sides, they could see the skyscraper of Ming Sheng's headquarters from afar, dark brown and thick.
The person who greeted them was the deputy director of Ming Sheng's office. He was a slender man in his forties, with a gentle demeanor. He didn't seem to be very friendly, but he was polite. After greeting them, he led them to a small reception room in the general manager's office on the top floor.
"Please wait a moment. Chief Kang has a guest today. I'll come and treat you after, "he said.
Aida said yes, of course. The deputy director pushed the door open and went to work.
They arrived early, at 3: 45. The room was silent. The four of them looked at each other. Gu Yanzhi smiled first and said to Li Zhicheng, "Mr. Li, you should talk more later. I heard that Mr. Kang is a technical person, so he doesn't talk much. Don't be speechless."
Lin Qian and Xue Mingtao both laughed. Li Zhicheng raised his eyebrows and said calmly, "Very good. Silence is golden."
He was expressionless when he said this. Lin Qian and Xue Mingtao were both stunned. They didn't realize it until they saw Gu Yanzhi's smile become wider. Could it be … that the boss was telling a cold joke? Then they immediately laughed to show their support.
But laughing was one thing. What Gu Yanzhi said was exactly what Lin Qian was worried about. It was the king meeting the king, or the little king meeting the king. It was impossible to expect the boss to be so sociable. She had no idea how the meeting would turn out.
Time ticked by.
At 4: 00 sharp, the deputy director pushed the door open again. Lin Qian and the others all stood up. Xue Mingtao asked with a smile, "Is it ready?"
Unexpectedly, he smiled apologetically, "Sorry, Mr. Li, Mr. Gu, Mr. Kang's last guest hasn't left yet. The atmosphere was just right. I didn't want to disturb you."
Gu Yanzhi immediately answered, "It's okay. We'll wait. Thank you."
The deputy director nodded with a smile and left.
However, the wait lasted until 4: 40. Gu Yanzhi couldn't sit still anymore. He sent Xue Mingtao to urge him twice, but each time it was to no avail. Li Zhicheng still kept a straight face, but he was very calm. Lin Qian also felt a little anxious.
Ming Sheng got off work at 5: 30. According to the deputy director, Mr. Kang had a dinner meeting in the evening and would leave after work. This meant that they had less than 40 minutes left.
This was a very bad start. The first meeting with the top management was very important. If they couldn't leave a deep impression, they might not get a second meeting. It was even more impossible to count on Mr. Kang to be on their side on this project.
How could they be so unlucky? It was so hard to get a meeting, but someone cut in line at the last minute. And they were talking for so long?
Seeing that it was almost 5: 00, Lin Qian stood up and said, "I'm going to the bathroom." As soon as she opened the door and walked out, she saw a group of people in suits walking out from the other side of the hall. That direction was where Mr. Kang's office was. The person in the lead was tall and handsome, with a smile on his face. Who else could it be but Chen Zheng?
He was leading a group of people, shaking hands with the deputy director. "Director Liao, thank you. You don't have to see me off. I had a good chat with Mr. Kang today. Sorry for taking up a lot of your time. I'll have tea with you another day. "
The deputy director smiled like a flower. "You're welcome, Mr. Chen. I'll see you off."
Suddenly, Chen Zheng seemed to have noticed something. He raised his head and looked over. Lin Qian was outside the door. It was too late to hide. She could only stand where she was and look at him from afar.
Chen Zheng didn't seem surprised at all that she would show up here. He smiled and left, surrounded by people.
At this time, Ming Sheng's general manager, Kang Zhicong, was sitting on the wide back sofa in his office, rubbing the space between his eyebrows.
He was an entrepreneur in his fifties, with a stern face and a hale and hearty spirit. He usually didn't smile much, but people who knew him well knew that he was an engineer. He had a lot of ideas about business management and development, and his ideas were very positive.
The procurement project this time was to buy briefcases for the tens of thousands of employees in more than 30 provinces. In his opinion, the project wasn't big, but it involved the image of the group and the welfare of the employees. Quality was very important.
He had been in contact with New Bori and SMQ for a while. As for New Bori, although the quality was good and they were number one in the industry, they had provided products to many state-owned enterprises at a higher price. Therefore, the price they offered to Ming Sheng couldn't be lower. He had basically ruled them out.
Although SMQ wasn't as powerful as New Bori, they were willing to provide them with the best products and had repeatedly said that the price would be the best in the market. As for Chen Zheng, although he didn't like him at first and thought he was a bit frivolous, he felt that he was okay after getting to know him more. Besides, other management staff all had good comments about SMQ and Chen Zheng. Therefore, he had basically decided to give him the project.
Today, Chen Zheng said he had something important to talk to him about, and he met him. On one hand, he introduced New Bori's core products again; on the other hand, he gave him a set of chess manuals.
After flipping through a few pages, he was fascinated. He had to admit that the young man's gift was very much to his liking.
As for Aida, which was introduced by the foreign shareholders? He had heard that it was about to go bankrupt, but he didn't know how it got in touch with the foreign shareholders. He decided to meet them and deal with it.
It was 5: 05 when Gu Yanzhi and Li Zhicheng entered Mr. Kang's office.
Since then, Lin Qian had been sitting in the small living room, looking at the closed door of Mr. Kang's office through the door. She thought to herself, "Come out slowly, come out slowly …"
To be honest, she was really afraid that they would be dealt with and come out after sitting in the office for ten minutes. While worrying, she cursed Chen Zheng in her heart. What a simple and effective move. He had talked with Mr. Kang for so long, and Mr. Kang had taken a plane during the day, so he must be very tired. And there was a dinner meeting at 5: 30 in the evening, so they could talk for twenty-five minutes at most.
Soon, it was 5: 30. Lin Qian stared at the door without blinking.
The deputy director outside the door obviously noticed the time. He walked up, knocked on the door lightly, and poked his head in. She didn't know what he said, but he quickly came out and closed the door gently.
Huh …
Lin Qian and Xue Mingtao looked at each other without saying anything.
5: 45, still not out.
Still not out at 6: 00. The deputy director knocked on the door again. Then, just like the last time, he silently retreated. Lin Qian saw him enter the office and pick up the phone. He must have gone to cancel the dinner meeting.
Lin Qian and Xue Mingtao were a little excited. It seemed that they had a good chat? Well, even if Li Zhicheng was not good with words, there was Gu Yanzhi. He was an old fox in the business world, so maybe Mr. Kang was interested.
6: 30, still not out.
It was not until after 7: 00 that they heard a click, and the door was pushed open. Gu Yanzhi was the first to walk out with a smile on his face, followed by Li Zhicheng. There was also a slight smile on his indifferent face, and he seemed to raise his head to look in her direction. In the end, it was Kang Zhicong who personally saw them out with a smile.
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