It's just The Sims, how did it become my ideal love story?

Chapter 17 Group Leader, look at him~
With a knowing smile, Lao Lin was clearly guessing how complicated their relationship was.

Gu Huai replied with a headache, "I have no relationship with her. We just happened to run into each other, so we said hello and had a drink together."

Gu Huai directly denied it, firstly because he didn't want to use this relationship for anything, and secondly because he believed that Lao Lin's sudden mention of this matter was not for ulterior motives.

After working in the workplace for a long time, don't think that just because you're a nobody you can do whatever you want. Being used by others is also a very unpleasant experience.

"I see," Old Lin seemed a little doubtful, but still said, "But whatever it is, I still advise you, if you can get something, then do it. It's a waste not to use connections. I heard there's a live-streaming sales opportunity in the team tonight. You're so young and capable, and you know so much about our company's products. It would be a shame not to try."

"What does live-streaming e-commerce have to do with me? Isn't that something the company hires internet celebrities for?"

Gu Huai said irritably.

Indeed, live-streaming e-commerce is very popular now. Some companies have worked hard for more than ten years to build their products, but they may not be as successful as a million-dollar influencer selling products overnight.

This is the absurdity and reality of our times. It makes many diligent and down-to-earth people realize that they may have been doing many years of useless work.

Meanwhile, those pigs riding the wave of opportunity are getting lighter and lighter, and flying higher and higher.

However, these kinds of things are done by well-established and popular online celebrities. What does it have to do with me?
Old Lin laughed and said, "Hiring internet celebrities is a given, but our company also needs someone to cooperate. They need to understand our products and be professional. I think you're the most suitable person. There are plenty of benefits too. Dress up nicely, get more screen time, and if you do well this time, the company might even put you in charge of this area in the future. Wouldn't that increase our income?"

"Besides, you know Zhong Xinyang. If he knew about this opportunity, he would definitely try every means to find connections to seize it. But to be honest, he doesn't focus on the essential content of his work at all. What would he know? I definitely hope you go."

Gu Huai thought for a moment.

Old Lin's explanation, in essence, boils down to him saving face for himself, or rather, showing goodwill towards himself.

He gave me this information and told me about his feelings for me. Was this because he suspected that my relationship with Cai Yan was not shallow, so he was laying the groundwork in advance? It certainly fits the shrewd character of Lao Lin.

However, it's of no use to me.

He shook his head. "I'm not interested in this. Whoever falls in love can have it."

Old Lin chuckled. "I know you have this unassuming personality, but you've seen it yourself. These leaders never secretly admire you just because you don't compete. Those are just platitudes from books, they seem good on the surface but are completely contrary to human nature. You're still young now, but in two years you'll be thirty. Don't you want to work harder? You'll need money everywhere when you get married and have kids. I even take on side jobs to earn extra money, all for my wife and kids, right? Think about it carefully."

Gu Huai always felt that Lao Lin's smile made him seem unfathomable, but in reality, he was nothing special.

Thinking about it, there seem to be many people like this in life. So let's start from our own hearts; he has absolutely no interest in live-streaming sales.

Because of the emergence of sleep pods, he no longer has an urgent desire for promotion and a raise.

The meeting was held before the end of the workday in the afternoon.

Cai Yan gathered everyone from Group Two, and Zhong Xinyang also arrived.

However, Zhong Xinyang seemed to be in a very good mood as soon as he arrived.

He even joked with the people around him, as if he had regained his former spirited self. Such behavior often proved that he had gained some benefit, but Gu Huai didn't care what benefits his 'enemy' might have.

Even when you're at your lowest point, you still have the right to look down on others, even if it's just a kind of self-deceptive mentality.

"Alright, stop talking for now, let's get down to business."

"okay!"

Zhong Xinyang opened his work notebook with a smile, but there were actually very few words on it.

He even pretended to be listening attentively.

Yesterday he was indignant about this woman's rise to power, but today he seems to have become her staunch supporter. There's really not much anyone can do about someone like him succeeding.

Cai Yan looked at the people in the room and spoke calmly and coldly.

"Tonight at 8 PM, we're having a live-streaming sales event with a top-tier influencer who has millions of followers. The product we're promoting is an eye cream that our second team has been responsible for. So, we're sending someone from our second team to liaise with them and they'll also be appearing on camera during tonight's live stream. I'm not being evasive; everyone knows this is a great opportunity. After all, if the live stream goes well, there will be a reward from the company, and they might even be put in charge of live streaming in the future."

She paused, her gaze sweeping over everyone.

Among them were the confused majority, Zhong Xinyang who seemed excited, and Gu Huai who remained silent.

She gave Gu Huai a focused look, then frowned slightly and said...

"So since this is an opportunity, I hope everyone will compete fairly. First, is there anyone who would like to volunteer? Anyone confident that they can handle this live broadcast well?"

She actually knew some things in advance, so this decision was somewhat risky.

Zhong Xinyang's face showed a hint of surprise, but he quickly raised his hand high.

"Team Leader Cai, I would like to participate in tonight's live-streaming sales event."

"Tell me why."

Cai Yan looked over, but the man in the corner of her eye didn't react at all, and his posture didn't even change.

Zhong Xinyang immediately adjusted his demeanor and spoke with great confidence.

“I have personal experience in live streaming on Douyin, so I’m definitely not afraid of the camera. Moreover, my work attitude and ability in the team are evident to everyone, so I think I can handle this live stream well.”

Zhong Xinyang has spoken.

Even if others were interested, they wouldn't be able to raise their hands. After all, everyone knew this person had close connections, and if he could appear confident on the surface, he had probably already put in a lot of effort behind the scenes.

Old Lin glanced at Gu Huai over there again.

Even though he knew that Zhong Xinyang dared to say that, he must have received advance notice and secured opportunities elsewhere.

But if Gu Huai is willing to step forward, I might offer him some friendly support.

However, Gu Huai had no such plans.

He saw it more clearly than Lao Lin. Zhong Xinyang's expression when he entered the meeting not only told everyone that he already knew the news in advance, but also indicated that he had received the promise.

As for why? It's simple. The team leader didn't give it to him, but instead gave it to Cai Yan, who was brought in from outside. His connections would definitely need to find some balance for him, and this live-streaming opportunity might be the answer.

Since that's the case, I have no intention or plan to compete for it.

He didn't know what Cai Yan was thinking; he just felt that Cai Yan's suggestion of volunteering herself was unnecessary and just a formality.

Looking around, no one raised any objections.

Cai Yan finally turned her gaze away from the silent Gu Huai, and spoke slowly with a hint of disappointment.

"Alright then, Zhong Xinyang, you'll be in charge. Get ready for the handover, and thank you for your hard work tonight."

"It's okay. What's so hard about serving the company? I can even do without overtime pay, hahaha."

He made a joke that he thought was funny, and of course, some people were willing to join in the laughter, having received many generous favors from Zhong Xinyang in the past.

"Then the meeting is adjourned."

Cai Yan stood up, holding the folder.

Slightly disappointed, she could understand why Gu Huai hadn't stepped forward. After all, who could still hold onto the hope that "no pain, no gain" after struggling in the workplace?
Reality is like a radish in a hole; the hole is for this particular radish, and the radish is specifically for this radish.

Originally, the higher-ups were supposed to give this spot directly to Zhong Xinyang, but now it seems there's really no difference.

With inexplicable emotions swirling in her mind, Cai Yan had just reached the door when she suddenly heard Zhong Xinyang's relaxed voice.

"Oh right, Gu Huai, I remember you have a research report on this product, right? You even wrote a market analysis and promotional copy. Could you give me a copy later? Thanks."

She frowned and looked over.

The man, who had been quiet and unassuming, slowly raised his head and looked at the smug Zhong Xinyang.

"You don't have it yourself?"

Zhong Xinyang laughed and said, "I've been out doing business lately, so our work focuses are different. I'm also a bit careless and don't remember where I put things, so my colleagues just borrowed them from you. Anyway, it's for the company, is that okay?"

Looking into the other person's eyes, Gu Huai knew that this person was trying to bully the weak as soon as they felt a little bit of success.

Trying to dig a hole for himself in front of the new team leader? Who does he think he is? Does he even care about that?
Gu Huai looked at Zhong Xinyang expressionlessly, "If you're careless, now's a good opportunity for you to correct your bad habits. Do your own things yourself."

Hearing this, Zhong Xinyang was displeased, but it was something he could have thought of, so he remained calm and spoke slowly and deliberately.

"What do you mean? You mean you don't want to contribute to the company?"

Gu Huai picked up his things and said, "The meaning is simple: I'm just your colleague, not your subordinate. It's not your place to assign me tasks. Doing my job well is my contribution to the company. If you're not prepared, I suggest you don't go up there and embarrass yourself."

Even if you're mentally prepared, Gu Huai's sharp tongue is still hard to bear.

Even the colleagues watching the scene couldn't help but want to laugh.

Cai Yan was also somewhat surprised that Gu Huai would say something like that.
Zhong Xinyang was even more embarrassed. "Gu Huai! I advise you to speak properly!"

Gu Huai smiled at Zhong Xinyang, then raised his middle finger at him, making a mouth shape.

Even without making a sound, he can make everyone clearly see what he wants to express.

"Stupid stuff."

"You! You're swearing now, aren't you?! Team Leader Cai, look at him!!"

Having grown accustomed to relying on others' authority, Zhong Xinyang regarded Cai Yan as one of his former leaders who tried to smooth things over.

However, Cai Yan, who was standing at the door with a folder in her hand, only glanced at Gu Huai indifferently before shifting her gaze to Zhong Xinyang, whose face was flushed with anger.

Did he speak? I didn't hear him.

After saying that, Cai Yan took the folder and turned away gracefully.

I don't know what I was thinking about, but I could hardly contain myself as I smiled.

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(End of this chapter)