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Chapter 688 Words of a Tiger and Wolf, Checks and Balances, Cheongsam (Two chapters combined, bonus chapter for monthly votes)
He glanced at the female CEO, who was clearly somewhat out of sorts.

Tang Song stepped forward slightly and nodded gently, saying, "Please tell Ms. Ouyang that we would be happy to accept her invitation. You can send me the specific time and place later."

Chen Jing bowed slightly. "Okay, I will convey your message."

Xie Shuyu bit her lip, her full breasts, encased in a white shirt, heaving violently with her rapid breathing.

Ouyang Xian Yue... went to her shop in person... and even invited her to dinner?
She took a deep breath and tried to calm down.

She extended her hand, her voice slightly unsteady: "Thank you for your hard work, Secretary Chen. It's an honor to have Ms. Ouyang's approval. I look forward to meeting you tomorrow."

“Okay.” Chen Jing smiled and shook hands with her, saying in a calm and appropriate tone, “In addition, if you encounter any difficulties in connecting Weiguang Coffee with the Southwest supply chain, please feel free to contact me. Of course, please don’t hesitate to help me in any other way.”

Xie Shuyu's pupils trembled slightly.

She certainly understood the terrifying weight of those words.

This is not just a polite expression of "care," but a clear signal.

It represents Ouyang Xian Yue's goodwill towards her.

This "goodwill" implies the allocation of resources, the opening of channels, and intangible protection.

In that instant, she instinctively thought of many things.

She could even use this to gain access to Tangyi Precision's vast industrial network.

Most directly, she could collaborate with the design and manufacturing departments of [Tangyi Precision] to jointly develop and customize a smart, proprietary coffee machine exclusively for [Weiguang Coffee]!

That would be an unparalleled selling point.

This will allow [Micro Light Coffee] to create a significant technological advantage over all its competitors.

She can also use this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to network upwards.

To acquire more resources.

She is a typical workaholic and a strong woman who regards her career as her life.

Xie Shuyu's heart was pounding more violently than ever before.

Meng Ran, standing to the side, was almost frozen in place.

Only now did she finally come to her senses from that series of shocks.

A thought suddenly popped into her mind.
Can I... come along too?

That's Ouyang Xian Yue!
Her idol, her role model, the reason she cut her hair short, the embodiment of her life motto!
If only I had the chance to sit at the same table with that legendary woman and have an intimate conversation…

But this thought only flashed through my mind for a moment.

She glanced at Secretary Chen and knew that the other party didn't take her seriously at all.

All he cared about were Tang and Song dynasties and Xie Shuyu.

To be precise, it only refers to the Tang and Song dynasties.

...

After a few polite and gentle greetings...

Chen Jing then bowed and said goodbye: "Then I won't bother you any longer. Goodbye, Mr. Tang and President Xie."

"Goodbye."

"Goodbye."

Watching Chen Jing's figure disappear into the crowd, Xie Shuyu couldn't help but lower her head again to look at the simple yet incredibly heavy business card in her hand.

Then she raised her head and looked at the man beside her.

The light shone on his profile, which remained cold and serene.

It was as if everything that had just happened had nothing to do with him.

"Tang and Song Dynasties..."

Tang Song raised his hand and gently patted her back. "Don't be nervous. Ms. Ouyang isn't a monster. In fact, she's a very gentle person."

"Hmm." Xie Shuyu let out a long breath.

Immediately after calming down, countless questions flashed through her mind.

Ouyang Xian Yue's chief secretary came here personally to invite me and offer me assistance?

And they kept saying that "Ms. Ouyang specifically instructed them"?
This is clearly no longer a simple business relationship.

It crossed the boundaries of power and trust.

unless……

There was a deeper collaboration, and even a close personal relationship, between Tang Song and Ms. Ouyang.

She was startled when the idea first came to her.

Tang Song was a typical young man from a small town in Jingxian County, Quancheng, a fact she was absolutely certain of.

After all, her hometown is Jing County, which is very close to the town where Tang Song lived.

Her parents even asked around about Tang Song's family situation.

This cannot be faked.

Since they are not related by blood, could it be that the elders appreciate and mentor the younger generation?
After all, the Tang Jin Family Office is behind Rongliu Capital.

Just like I used to be...?
However, besides admiration, she also had some selfish motives at the time—physical attraction.

A woman as respected as Ms. Ouyang must truly admire Tang Song, her junior, right?

Tomorrow... I must perform well and not leave any negative impression.

So as not to affect the image of Tang and Song in the eyes of the other party.

……

Meanwhile, Chen Jing quietly left.

The atmosphere in the entire venue also underwent a subtle change.

The other party's identity could not be kept secret, of course.

Although Ms. Ouyang's secretary rarely appears in public, she is still a person with a name and identity, so it is not a secret to them.

The groups of guests who had been whispering earlier now all lowered their voices.
Their gazes toward Tang Song and Xie Shuyu became increasingly complex.

If before it was shock and curiosity...

Now, it carries more of a heartfelt sense of awe.

Rongliu Capital is indeed very powerful, with a private equity fund of tens of billions of US dollars, which is almost at the top of the pyramid in the financial world.

However, compared to national strategic equipment like Tangyi Precision, it still falls far short.

Moreover, this is Chengdu.

Whether it's the local political and financial sectors, or the manufacturing and research systems.

Almost all of them have some connection with [Tangyi Precision].

Ouyang Xian Yue is more than just a name here.
It is also a synonym for power and influence.

...

Amidst a series of complex gazes.

Tang Song, however, seemed completely oblivious, still elegantly leaning back on the sofa, sipping the champagne in his glass.

His expression was calm, with a faint smile playing on his lips.

But his mind was preoccupied with Ouyang Xian Yue's sudden "invitation".

After the character interaction quest ends.

The character interaction quest "Visiting and Comforting" has ended.

He has already unlocked access to this sophisticated queen, and the two have long been able to communicate privately.

However, instead of contacting him privately, Ouyang Xian Yue sent his chief secretary to this public occasion to extend a high-profile invitation to a "private dinner".

Perhaps this is an opportunity to "endorse" him.

But it should be more than that.

The Tang and Song dynasties never underestimated this meticulous queen.

This is not a game.

Ouyang Xian Yue has her own thoughts and feelings, and is extremely shrewd.

She never acts unintentionally.

Every step she took was carefully considered.

Is it to show me something?
Or is it for Secretary Kim's benefit?
After all, what happened here cannot be kept secret from those who are interested.

Secretary Kim will definitely find out and will certainly react.

All of this seems to fit the layout of the "Tang and Song Dynasties" in the dream.

He had many opportunities to forge a closer alliance between Ouyang, Secretary Jin, and Annie.

But he didn't. Instead, he used Su Yu to gradually erode the psychological distance and trust between them.

This has led to the current system of checks and balances.

Now that he has returned to his true self, should we clear up this "misunderstanding"?

His fingertips gently caressed the inside of the wine glass.

The champagne bubbles burst gently under the light.

……

Night falls slowly.

The final segment of the CBN Private Session came to a close amidst melodious piano music.

The lights in the venue were a bit brighter than before.

The guests' social interactions gradually calmed down without them even realizing it.

The waiters began clearing away the silver trays and wine bottles from the table.

The organizer's representative took the stage again to deliver closing remarks, speaking in a gentle and polite tone:
"Thank you for your presence, and I look forward to seeing you again on a bigger stage in the future."

applause.

Then, the background music started playing again.

The guests gradually left, leaving mostly acquaintances exchanging business cards or taking photos together.

After exchanging pleasantries with some people, Tang Song, along with Xie Shuyu and Meng Ran, left the banquet hall first.

Outside the Jinjiang Hotel, the lights were dazzling.

A black Bentley Mulsanne waited quietly at the entrance.

The car body gleamed with a deep luster under the lights.

The driver, dressed in a black suit, was already waiting by the side and respectfully opened the car door.

"Mr. Tang."

Xie Shuyu turned around and said softly, "Tang Song, I need to go back to Shidai Haoting first to get some clothes and daily necessities. If I'm staying at your place tonight, I'll probably need to prepare. I can drop Ranran off on the way."

Although Tang Song had prepared a lot of suitable clothes for her to change into, she, being a germaphobe, still preferred her own things.

Especially underwear and stockings, which are worn close to the skin.

Tang Song nodded. "Okay, no problem."

"Thank you, both of you big bosses!"

The three of them got into the car.

The Bentley slowly drove out of the hotel driveway and disappeared into the night.

Outside the car window, neon lights and traffic intertwine to create a flowing picture.

Xie Shuyu leaned back in her seat, rolled down the car window a crack, and let the evening breeze blow through her hair.

I gazed quietly out the window.

The nights in Chengdu always carry a humid temperature, a blend of spices, red wine, and the city's vibrant atmosphere.

Her thoughts were still lingering on the hustle and bustle of the banquet and the appearance of that "Secretary Chen".

That unreal feeling still lingers in my mind.

She needs time to process this.

...

Upon arriving at Times Mansion, Xie Shuyu changed into a comfortable set of casual clothes.

She packed a few changes of clothes, a makeup bag, and her ever-present work document folder into her suitcase.

After a brief farewell to his friend Meng Ran, he returned to his car.

The Bentley Mulsanne drove westward along the banks of the Huanhua Creek.

More than twenty minutes later, we finally arrived at Jinli Villa.

A breeze blows, and the bamboo grove in the yard sways gently, the leaves rustling softly.

Apart from that, there was not a single other noise.

Quiet, private, with an indescribable tranquility.

There were only the two of them there.

Being in this environment, Xie Shuyu felt completely relaxed.

As soon as I entered Tingzhuxuan's residence, the door was not yet fully closed.

A strong aura wafted from behind.

Immediately afterwards, Tang Song pulled her tall and sexy body into his arms.

Warm lips landed on the smooth nape of her neck.

"Um……"

Xie Shuyu let out a low groan, and a layer of fine goosebumps instantly rose on her skin.

Tang Song's hand caressed her slender waist, his fingertips applying slight pressure.

Xie Shuyu's breathing became more and more rapid, and she grabbed his hand tightly.

Her face flushed slightly as she said, "Wait... I... I'm not feeling well today..."

Last night, she, who was not yet fully adapted, was dragged into a high-intensity ball game.

Even at the peak of her career, she was struggling to keep up.

Even now, walking is still a bit uncomfortable.

If that happens again, I'm sure something bad will happen to me.

Tang Song paused, then took her earlobe into his mouth and whispered, "Sister Shuyu, actually we can try a different approach..."

He extended his long, slender fingers and placed them against the female CEO's lips.

Hearing his wild and insolent words.

Xie Shuyu's body trembled suddenly, and she forcefully broke free from his embrace.

Her face flushed red, both ashamed and angry: "What nonsense are you spouting! I don't understand!"

Tang Song looked at her dignified and beautiful face, and his throat involuntarily bobbed.

“No, you understand.” He stepped forward, his voice growing deeper. “So, Sister Shuyu? This is just a normal little flirtation between lovers, there’s no need to take it too seriously.”

"No!" Xie Shuyu shook her head vigorously, her bright eyes filled with both shame and anger, and an unwavering resistance. "Absolutely not!"

She has a cleanliness obsession and has always been reserved and serious.

Make her do that kind of thing...

It was simply trampling on her bottom line and breaking through all her psychological defenses.

"why not?"

"It just doesn't work!"

"Sister Shuyu, I thought we were close enough, but I didn't expect you still don't love me enough."

"What kind of twisted logic is that? These are two completely different things! If I asked you to... to do that, you definitely wouldn't agree..."

"That's not necessarily true." Tang Song looked at her with utmost sincerity.

"You...you...you..." Xie Shuyu was completely stunned and her expression was shocked.

Tang Song gave her no chance to think, and stepped forward, pressing the female CEO against the cold wall, their bodies pressed tightly together.

He looked into her eyes, his voice seductive: "Just once, okay?"

"No...no..." Her voice began to weaken, lacking confidence.

"Just this once, I love you, Sister Shuyu."

"I..." Xie Shuyu's chest began to heave violently, and her breathing became hot.

"I love you."

“You…” A fierce struggle appeared in Xie Shuyu’s eyes.

"I love you, my dear female CEO."

During the Tang and Song dynasties, flowery words and flattering phrases began to flow freely.

"You...you stop talking!" Xie Shuyu finally couldn't take it anymore, and pushed him away abruptly, turning her head away with a flushed face. "Go take a shower!"

"OK, wait for me!"

...

When Tang Song returned wearing a bathrobe.

The female CEO had already brushed her teeth and changed into a pair of comfortable slippers.

She didn't look at him, but sat on the sofa with her head down, looking more nervous and awkward than ever before.

Tang Song came to her and gently stroked her hair with his fingers.

Watching this female CEO crumble and lose control little by little before my eyes...

For him, it was an irresistible temptation.

Xie Shuyu raised her bright eyes, as if she wanted to say something.

Tang Song didn't give her a chance to struggle any further, and kissed her hot lips.

A jumble of noises filled the room.

"This will never happen again!"

The night grew deeper and deeper.

After a long time.

Gazing at that dignified and beautiful mature face, Tang Song felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

……

Four Seasons Hotel, Shenzhen.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the light river flows endlessly along Shennan Avenue.

Wen Ruan, wearing a loose silk robe, leaned lazily against a single sofa, her fingertips resting on a photograph.

The background of the photo is the magnificent private event venue at the Jinjiang Hotel in Chengdu.

In the center of the photo, Tang Song and Xie Shuyu stand side by side, surrounded by a group of people like stars around the moon.

A perfect match, radiant with beauty.

This photo is "internal information" that she obtained from CBN (China Business Network).

These private, closed-door gatherings are typically not officially reported, but they usually leave behind some commemorative photos.

Given her current status in the media industry, obtaining it would be a piece of cake for her.

In fact, Nebula International Group already has a long-standing presence in the media industry.

Although she was in the south, her gaze never left Chengdu.

The original intention was to see if the meeting between Tang Song and Ms. Ouyang could resolve the current internal strife within Tangjin.

After all, Zhuangzhuang is still taking the blame.

Unexpectedly, news broke about Tang Song and the female president of Weiguang Coffee.

I still felt somewhat uncomfortable.

It might also be because she and Xie Shuyu had known each other for a long time, and given their similar ages, she felt somewhat competitive towards the female CEO.

At this moment.

"Ring ring—" The cell phone suddenly rang.

Shangguan Qiuyue

Wen Ruan's heart skipped a beat, and she softly murmured "Amitabha."

He quickly cleared his throat and answered the phone.

"Hello? Assistant Shangguan, good evening."

"Wenruan, good evening. Director Jin asked me to convey his greetings to you." Shangguan Qiuyue's light and melodious voice came from the other end of the phone. "Director Jin is currently in the United States, working with Ms. Annie to launch a new round of acquisition offers for several digital media subsidiaries under CAA (Creative Artists Agency). It is preliminarily estimated that we will be able to complete the acquisition of 100% of their equity within next week."

Wenru's eyes twitched!
Wow! CAA! That's a top Hollywood talent agency giant!

Shangguan Qiuyue continued, "Director Jin means that once the acquisition is completed, the 10 billion US dollar pan-entertainment industry fund of [Tangjin] will be fully launched. At that time, these high-quality overseas media assets will be merged and resources restructured with [Nebula International Group]. I hope you can prepare in advance."

Hearing these words, Wenruan felt her heart and soul stirred.

This is truly the work of Director Kim!

Truly impressive!

"I understand!" Wen Ruan forced down her shock. "Please convey my gratitude to Director Jin."

"You're too kind." Shangguan Qiuyue paused, then said seemingly casually, "By the way, Wenruan, Ms. Ouyang just applied for an apartment for you in Shenzhen through the family office's internal channels."

They said that because of the [Xuanji Light Realm] project, you will need to be stationed here frequently, and for safety reasons...

When Director Jin learned of this, he wholeheartedly agreed.

She felt the apartment was a bit low-end.

Therefore, the property was upgraded to a large single-level apartment in [China Resources Shenzhen Bay Yuefu].

Director Jin said, "[Xuanji Light Realm] is Tang Jin's strategic focus for the next decade, and I hope you can manage it diligently and share more of the pressure with President Tang."

"Thank you...Director Jin." Wen Ruan gripped his hand tightly.

Good heavens! This is... this is trying to corrupt Zhuangzhuang with sugar-coated bullets!

【China Resources Shenzhen Bay Yuefu】is a top-tier luxury residence in the Shenzhen Bay area, with an average price of 13 yuan per square meter, attracting the new elites of finance and technology.

Moreover, it is only a short distance from Shencheng Bay No. 1, where Liu Qingning lives.

Although both sides have shown goodwill.

However, it also contains enormous risks.

hang up the phone.

She exhaled a long, soft breath.

My gaze fell on the photo on my phone again.

A slight smile involuntarily crept onto his lips. ( )
Actually... having such a strong female CEO join the fray might not be a bad thing.

Moreover, the two are old acquaintances, both quite old, and live in the same neighborhood, making them naturally the closest "sisters".

Right now, I'm sandwiched between these gods, almost like a sandwich.

With Mr. Xie's abilities and decisive personality, he will definitely be able to shield her from a lot of criticism in the future.

Although Zhuangzhuang is physically strong, she really can't withstand such intense "palace intrigue" on a mental level.

On the contrary, this 175cm tall Mr. Xie has a strong mentality and looks like someone who can go up and fight head-on!

She thinks highly of Xie Shuyu!

ψ(｀)ψ
"Go, female CEO! Go straight to fight Director Jin, Ms. Ouyang, and Su Yu!"
Let Zhuangzhuang just quietly watch the show from the back.

Anyway, all she ever wanted was to be a carefree little lover.

After mentally preparing herself, Wenruan got up from the sofa and went back to the bedroom.

Then I saw Zhang Yan sitting awkwardly on the edge of the bed.

With her hands clasped together and her expression tense, she looked like a newlywed bride.

Nervous, shy, and adorably awkward.

"Chairman Wen!"

Upon seeing her appear, Zhang Yan immediately stood up, her tone revealing instinctive respect.

"Don't be so formal." Wen Ruan walked over with a smile and pressed her back onto the bed. "I've told you so many times, just call me sister. This isn't the company."

"Hmm...I understand, sister."

"That's more like it." Her voice was gentle and warm. "How is Auntie's health now?"

"Great! Everything went very smoothly! The infusion is...it's already complete!"

When her mother was mentioned, Zhang Yan's face lit up with a genuine smile.

Last Wednesday, the CAR-T cells customized by [Guyu Biotechnology] were airlifted to Guangzhou.

The return transmission was carried out that afternoon.

The whole process went smoothly, and her mother did not experience any serious side effects.

The doctor said that the results of the observation over the past few days have been very good.

His immune indicators are recovering, and he is expected to be discharged from the hospital next week to recuperate at home.

It was for this reason that she was able to finally relax and begin to fully dedicate herself to her work, following the company's content operations team to Shenzhen.

I accompanied Chairman Wen to the next project meeting.

However, unlike the others, she was specially arranged to stay here with Wen Ruan.

Being in the executive suite of such a top-tier five-star hotel, she was actually extremely nervous.

Especially when she looked at the huge floor-to-ceiling window in the room, overlooking the entire city at night, at the wool carpet under her feet, and at the toiletries in the bathroom that she had only ever seen in magazines…

She felt like Grandma Liu visiting the Grand View Garden; everything seemed special and unreal.

She had never lived in such a nice house before, and she never imagined that she would live in such a place one day.

Looking at this innocent and pretty girl, Wenruan's heart softened as well.

“Once your mother is discharged from the hospital, I’ll give you a break. Go to Yancheng and have a good time for a couple of days.”

Zhang Yan hesitated for a moment before whispering, "Thank you, Sister Wen..."

She really, really wanted to go.

After all, that was her alma mater, and also the place where Tang and Song lived.

"Hehe, no need to be so polite, we're not strangers." Wen Ruan sat down next to her, gently put her arm around her slender shoulder, and began to inquire about her life.

Zhang Yan responded softly, her face flushed.

She lacked love from a young age, and her only kind mother was always away from home and didn't spend much time with her.

Now, I am being cared for so much by this gentle yet strong older sister.

She felt very warm inside.

When the conversation turned to the upcoming business trip...

Wen Ruan's heart skipped a beat, and she said, "By the way, Yan Yan, I'll soon have a permanent place to stay in Shenzhen, right in the Shenzhen Bay area. You'll be traveling for work quite often, sometimes for ten days or half a month at a time. Why don't you just stay at my place and keep your sister company? It's lonely sleeping alone."

"Huh?" Zhang Yan waved her hand quickly upon hearing this, "This...this is not appropriate...I'll just stay at the hotel with my colleagues."

"What's inappropriate?"

“I…” She lowered her head, unsure how to refuse.

"It's settled then. I'll reserve a room with a private bathroom for you, and we'll stay together."

He smiled gently and ruffled her smooth, shoulder-length hair.

Feeling the older sister's strong yet gentle presence, Zhang Yan was somewhat at a loss.

In the end, he could only nod in agreement.

Then, Zhang Yan suddenly mustered up her courage and said, "Sister, can I... can I ask you a question?"

"Oh? What's the problem? Tell me." Wen Ruan raised an eyebrow, her tone still gentle and full of smiles.

"Emm..." Zhang Yan hesitated for a long time before whispering, "...Let's just forget it, I was just saying..."

Wenruan pinched her cheek gently, "Oh dear, don't count anymore! You're going to drive me crazy!"

"I...I think I'd better not say anything. It's really nothing..."

"Tell me already! You're only saying half of what you mean, are you kidding me? If you don't tell me tonight, I won't be able to sleep!"

Zhang Yan looked at her again, and finally made up her mind.

He lowered his head sharply and asked hesitantly, "What...what exactly is your relationship with Tang Song?"

After asking that question, she felt all the strength drain from her body.

My legs were trembling slightly from nervousness.

He almost buried his face in his chest.

A moment of silence fell over the bedroom.

Wen Ruan paused for a moment, then chuckled softly.

She leaned down, close to Zhang Yan's ear, her voice deep and magnetic: "That's right, just like you think, pretty much the same as you. That's why I said we're on the same side."

Zhang Yan's mind went blank with a "buzz".

But when Wen Ruan so directly confirmed this guess, the impact still made her feel dizzy.

She finally understood why this high and mighty Chairman Wen was so kind and caring towards her.

Strangely, however, she felt no jealousy or fear whatsoever.

There was only a sense of relief, like the dust had settled.

The main reason, of course, is still that dazzling mountain in her heart, which is as insurmountable as the sun—Liu Qingning.

Throughout her relationship with Tang Song, she always felt like a despicable thief.

They were extremely cautious, fearing that the "real person" would discover them.

She was terrified of Liu Qingning's innate brilliance, and didn't even dare to imagine facing her directly.

Now, its gentle presence is like a soft, shady grove.

It gave her a sense of security, like hiding in the shadows.

A long silence fell over the large bedroom.

After a long while, Zhang Yan slowly raised her head from her chaotic thoughts.

Those almond-shaped eyes, which always held a hint of timidity, now shone with a gentle light. "Sister Wenruan... thank you... for being willing to tell me all this."

Wenruan didn't answer, but instead gave her a big hug.

……

Manhattan, New York.

Local time, 9:30 a.m.

Park Avenue, penthouse duplex apartment.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, skyscrapers stand side by side.

Secretary Kim, dressed in a comfortable white loungewear outfit and barefoot, sat on a huge circular sofa.

I'm flipping through a report analyzing the latest quarterly ESG holdings of a European carbon credit fund.

Her brown hair was casually draped over her shoulders, making her exquisitely beautiful face even more charming and captivating.

Beside her was a steaming cup of Americano.

The whole scene is serene, focused, and beautiful, like a modern oil painting with cool tones.

"Boom boom boom——"

There was a soft knock on the door.

"Enter."

Shangguan Qiuyue walked in quickly. "Director Jin, the matter you arranged has been taken care of."

"Ms. Wen Ruan's property in Shenzhen has begun the relevant procedures, and the security team is in place. Just now, Chairman Zheng of [Deju Renhe] also contacted me. The candidate for the new president of the international business division of [Xingyun International Group] has been selected."

She handed over the tablet computer, on which was displayed a resume: "Former CEO of WPP Group Greater China, with over fifteen years of management experience in overseas media groups..."

"...Chairman Zheng means that once this person takes office, he will be able to fully take over all of Nebula's overseas M&A business, allowing Ms. Wenruan to extricate herself from the complicated affairs and devote herself to the work of [Xuanji Light Realm]."

"Hmm." Jin Meixiao didn't look at the resume, but simply responded with a faint "Hmm."

"In addition, Assistant Qin has also begun personnel adjustments within Qingning Technology. They will optimize project processes to make Ms. Liu Qingning's work at Qingmi AI easier as much as possible."

After thinking for a moment, Jin Meixiao asked, "Where is Xie Shuyu?"

"She and Mr. Tang attended a private event hosted by CBN in Chengdu..."

Then, Shangguan Qiuyue gave an objective report on everything that had happened in Rongcheng.

Secretary Kim put down her tablet, her bright and clear eyes furrowing slightly.

She stood up and walked slowly barefoot on the carpet.

Sunlight streamed through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a long, slender shadow of her.

Her movements were elegant and rhythmic, yet they exuded an invisible pressure.

After a moment, she stopped and suddenly said, "I remember, Jiang Yourong and Xie Shuyu are very close, right?"

“Yes,” Shangguan Qiuyue replied immediately, “They are alumni. After Dr. Jiang Yourong graduated, she began teaching at Yancheng Normal University and has maintained close contact with Xie Shuyu ever since. During that time, Xie Shuyu also helped her solve the problem of horizontal research funding on several occasions, and the two have a very close personal relationship.”

"Hmm." Secretary Jin nodded slightly. "Jiang Yourong... aside from being a bit lazy, she is indeed a very talented person, and she even has a PhD in computer vision. Doesn't she have her own team? And isn't she recently preparing to collaborate with [Yuntong Zhicui] on that 'AI Lab'?"

"Then let's give her even more responsibilities."

Secretary Kim turned around, her stunningly beautiful face devoid of any expression.

"Pass down the word: add her name and her team to the core cooperation list for the 'Joint Laboratory for Human-Computer Interaction and Cognitive Science' project, which is a collaboration between [Xuanji Light Realm] and universities."

"President Tang is going to [Xuanji Light Realm] to personally take on the role of CEO. He always needs some people around him who are truly technically savvy and trustworthy to help him share the pressure. His current two assistants are not qualified enough, and Jiang Yourong's abilities are a perfect match."

"Also, when I return to China, I'll have her come to see me."

"Understood!" Shangguan Qiuyue immediately replied respectfully.

Watching Director Jin's figure, her heart was filled with passion.

It's been a long time since anything has prompted Director Kim to plan so meticulously.

She seemed to see the "Wonder Woman" who once dominated the capital market and was invincible!
Ms. Ouyang's excessive closeness to President Tang, and her series of petty actions.

Clearly, the empress has been thoroughly enraged.

Of course, the most important thing is that President Tang is going to the [Xuanji Light Realm] instead of returning to [Smiling Holdings].

Shangguan Qiuyue knew better than anyone else.

What Director Jin cherishes most are the days when he and President Tang worked side by side, day and night, at [Meigou Technology].

She had always hoped that after Tang returned from his training, he would come back to her side.

But now... he has chosen Ouyang Xian Yue's "territory".

Therefore, Director Jin will inevitably conduct a comprehensive and thorough infiltration and control over the [Xuanji Light Realm].

……

Sunday, May 2023, 12.

Around 5 p.m., it was getting dark.

Jinli Villa.

After washing up and putting on makeup, Xie Shuyu stood in front of the mirror and pursed her lips.

My throat bobbed involuntarily.

Even now, she still feels something strange in her mouth.

This made her, a person with obsessive-compulsive disorder, feel extremely uncomfortable.

The warmth of Tang and Song dynasty fingers still seemed to linger on her hair.

It seemed like he had thought of something.

Her cheeks flushed uncontrollably again, and her mind was in turmoil.

"Ding-dong-"

The WeChat notification sound interrupted her thoughts.

[Meng Ran: "Xiao Yu! Please, please remember! Take some photos of Ms. Ouyang for me! And if you could get me an autograph... please, please! o(╥﹏╥)o"]

Xie Shuyu looked at the "begging" emoji sent by her friend and shook her head helplessly.

I casually replied with an "OK" emoji.

She gathered her chaotic thoughts, looked at herself in the mirror one last time, and stepped outside.

The person I'm meeting tonight is Ouyang Xian Yue.

This woman, who is a legend in the Chinese business world, has very complex feelings.

Of course, there was also a lot of tension.

The main concern was that her performance might be inappropriate, thereby affecting the relationship between the other party and Tang Song.

Upon entering the living room, I saw Tang Song standing in the corner in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, making a phone call.

Through his scattered, gentle conversations.

You could tell from the tone of your voice that the person on the other end of the phone was gentle.

She showed no unusual emotion on her face, and simply sat down quietly in the mahogany armchair in the living room.

After a moment, Tang Song hung up the phone and walked over with a smile.

"Sister Shuyu, you're so beautiful."

Xie Shuyu stood up with a stern face and said, "It's almost time. We should set off."

"Okay, let's go." Tang Song reached out to put his hand on her lower back.

Xie Shuyu nudged him lightly with her elbow, then quickened her pace, escaping his control, and strode towards the door.

Tang Song was stunned for a moment, then shrugged helplessly.

Clearly, the female CEO is still angry about what happened last night.

He was very cold to me all day.

However, he was indeed a bit tipsy last night.

Especially at the last moment—

……

More than ten minutes later.

The Bentley Mulsanne slowly came to a stop in front of a seemingly unremarkable detached private clubhouse.

Chen Jing, who was waiting outside the door, quickly stepped forward and respectfully opened the car door for the two of them.

"Mr. Tang, President Xie."

"Secretary Chen." "Hello, Secretary Chen."

"Please come in, both of you. Ms. Ouyang is already waiting on the second floor."

The interior of the clubhouse features a purely modern Chinese style of decoration.

Underfoot is a smooth and warm solid wood floor; on both sides are precious rosewood carved lattice screens.

The air was filled with the calming aroma of top-grade agarwood.

Quiet and restrained, yet it makes people unconsciously lower their voices.

Go up the wooden stairs to the second floor.

We arrived at the door of the innermost private room.

Chen Jing knocked gently on the door, pushed it open, and turned slightly to the side: "Please come in, both of you."

Tang Song nodded slightly and stepped in first.

Xie Shuyu's heart began to beat faster and faster uncontrollably.

I took a deep breath and followed him inside.

A richer, more elegant aroma, infused with the fragrance of top-quality tea, wafts over.

The entire private room is more like a quaint yet spacious study than a restaurant.

Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, there is a lush bamboo forest bathed in the glow of night lights.

A few warm palace lanterns were lit in a corner of the room.

Xie Shuyu raised her head, her gaze cautiously fixed ahead.

Then, I saw the famous Ms. Ouyang.

She was standing next to a large tea table.

She was wearing a silver-white modified cheongsam, subtly embroidered with delicate orchid patterns.

The black trim extends from the elegant stand-up collar all the way to the high slit of the skirt.

It perfectly outlines her mature and voluptuous figure, yet without the slightest bit of excess fat.

Her long, smooth, black hair was styled into a gentle bun with a simple wooden hairpin, revealing her smooth, full forehead and slender, graceful neck.

On her earlobes, she was adorned with a pair of lustrous pearl stud earrings.

In the dim and tranquil light, it exudes a serene and elegant nobility.

She looks even younger than in the news reports.

It is also more vivid and has a stronger presence.

Eye contact.

Xie Shuyu immediately stopped, bowed slightly, and spoke in a respectful yet nervous tone:

"Ms. Ouyang, hello. I've heard so much about you. I'm Xie Shuyu from [Weiguang Coffee]. It's an honor to meet you."

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Xian Yue gave a gentle smile.

"Hello, Shuyu, it's nice to meet you."

Seeing that Ms. Ouyang was so kind, she finally felt relieved.

He subconsciously looked at Tang Song beside him.

We await his response.

At the same time, Ouyang Xian Yue's gaze also turned to him.

Her voice carried undisguised intimacy, "I was just wondering when you'd be here."

Of course, this reached Xie Shuyu's ears.

These words are full of concern and love from an "elder" to a "younger generation".

It seems that Tang Song and Ms. Ouyang have a very good relationship.

This made her feel more relaxed.

Immediately afterwards, she saw Tang Song walk straight toward Ms. Ouyang.

His eyes swept unabashedly over the voluptuous body wrapped in the cheongsam.

This extremely rude behavior sent a chill down Xie Shuyu's spine!
She was about to say something to smooth things over when Tang Song's voice rang out:
"I think this is the first time I've seen you wear a cheongsam. You look beautiful and sexy."

His gaze held undisguised admiration.

Xie Shuyu's eye twitched violently, and her heart jumped into her throat!

Has he...has he gone mad?!

How dare he speak to Ms. Ouyang like that?!

However, Ouyang Xian Yue simply smiled and lowered her head slightly.

A soft, enigmatic light flashed in his eyes.

"Really? It seems... we haven't had enough opportunities to spend time together. We should try to meet more often in the future."

"Great, there will be plenty of opportunities."

Xie Shuyu: (O.O)!!

No?! What's going on?!

In her blank stare.

Ouyang Xian Yue strolled gently, bent down, and picked up a scroll painting from beside the tea table.

Her movements were graceful, and her waistline was beautifully curved.

Her voluptuous figure and pert hips, wrapped in a cheongsam, exuded a mature and beautiful charm.

She approached Xie Shuyu and handed her the scroll.

"Shuyu, this is a gift for you when we first meet. I hope you like it."

Xie Shuyu paused for a moment, then took the scroll with a somewhat flustered expression.

Above is a timeless ink wash painting.

The shadows of the trees are sparse and faint, their color as dark as smoke.

Below is a line of flowing poetry—

A wisp of cloud hangs over the Milky Way, a light drizzle falls on the paulownia trees. I leisurely ride my steed, while music softly plays.

Below is the signature "Ouyang Xian Yue" and an antique-style personal seal.

She raised her head, looked at the handsome and composed Tang Song, and then at the elegant and dignified Ms. Ouyang.

Then look at this calligraphy and painting in your hand, written by Ouyang Xian Yue himself, about her.

His gaze shifted.

All previous speculations have been overturned.

The relationship between Tang Song and Ms. Ouyang was by no means a simple one of elder and junior!
There's something going on between them!
(End of this chapter)