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Some people, once you get used to helping them, will resent you if you stop helping them even once. If you refuse from the very first time, there won't be so many problems.

He was about to get angry at Li Mu for being stingy and dishonest, for agreeing to do such a small favor but not doing it.

Before he could even speak, a colleague ran over, looking shocked.

"Garmin, I heard you submitted two Windows system vulnerabilities and received an offer from Microsoft, is that true?"

Li Mu nodded without saying much. No explanation could compare to the proof. He took out the offer letter and showed it to them.

The entire department was shocked and came to watch. It was hard to believe that such an inconspicuous, quiet, honest, hardworking, and easy-going person, who could be asked to do anything by anyone, would receive such a good offer from Microsoft.

Many people were green with envy. Could it be that hard work pays off? Otherwise, with so many smart people in the company, how could such an insignificant person receive an offer from Microsoft?

A large group of colleagues surrounded Li Mu with envy, jealousy, and hatred, while Wang Bo stood there blankly, his anger long gone.

When someone is on the same level as you, you can use your cunning and various means to gain an advantage. But when the other person is far above your level, using the same tricks will only make you look bad.

For example, even now, despite being filled with disbelief, envy, and jealousy, Wang Bo slunk away, knowing that the two of them were no longer on the same level.

He could only accept being ignored.

……

In the following period of time, Li Mu quickly completed the resignation procedures.

He hesitated about joining Microsoft. The salary was high, but he didn't care about it. The key question was how to explain it to his family.

Giving up such a great opportunity is something no normal person would understand. The key issue is that after joining the company, he'll need to travel unpredictably; how do we address that?

Li Mu contacted Microsoft Research Asia's Shanghai R&D Center and learned that Microsoft employs an irregular working hours system.

Working at Microsoft doesn't have fixed start and end times, and you don't need to clock in or out. You can come and go anytime, choose to work remotely from home two days a week, and even apply for permanent remote work.

This extremely free working atmosphere is exactly what Li Mu needs.

Having accumulated so much experience over the years, he is definitely an expert in computer technology, more than capable of handling his work, and also has plenty of time to do his own things.

Fortunately, I'll join the company! It's good to experience the atmosphere of a world-class tech giant and learn some management experience and advanced concepts.

Chapter 181 The Performer

A few more days passed, and Li Mu began his moving plan. He looked at several apartments with the help of a real estate agent, and finally chose a large three-bedroom apartment of 180 square meters. He then officially moved out of his home.

As for why such a large house was chosen, the reason is self-evident…

He spent another 600,000 yuan to buy a Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It's not a luxury car, but it's of decent quality and just right for him to drive now.

While Li Mu was choosing a house and buying a car, a lot of things were happening on the other side. Jiang Nansun's aunt, Dai Qian, returned to China to handle her divorce proceedings. Before leaving, she asked Jiang Nansun to help deliver a document to Jingyan Group.

Jiang Nansun happened to be busy and couldn't spare the time, so he asked Zhu Suosuo to help deliver the information to Ye Jinyan, the CEO of Jingyan Group.

Faced with her best friend Jiang Nansun's request, Zhu Suosuo readily agreed. She rushed to Jingyan Group that very day, originally to deliver some documents, but seeing the grand and magnificent headquarters inside, her heart began to stir.

Thinking about how she was unemployed at home and relied entirely on her uncle's family for a living, she wanted to escape this kind of life, find a good job, and move out.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, he volunteered to stay at Jingyan, but mistakenly took the Mr. Ma who was picking up the documents for the boss, Ye Jinyan.

Seeing Zhu Suosuo's stunning beauty, Master Ma harbored ulterior motives and, taking advantage of the situation, obtained Zhu Suosuo's phone number.

Li Mu knew all of these things.

He didn't intervene because he wanted to use this opportunity to teach Zhu Suosuo a lesson, to make her remember it better, and to stop daydreaming and start working and living a down-to-earth life.

Today was the day that Master Ma first invited Zhu Suosuo out for dinner. With a text message notification, Li Mu picked up his phone, glanced at it, smiled faintly, went downstairs, and drove off.

Zhu Suosuo was dressed exceptionally beautifully that day. She had a slender waist, a graceful figure, and delicate, fair skin with a rosy glow. Her red dress made her even more radiant and captivating.

They took a taxi to the agreed restaurant and waited for a while before finally meeting Master Ma, who was also the person Zhu Suosuo thought was President Ye.

Master Ma was quite the showman, driving a BMW 7 Series. He had carefully chosen this restaurant and often accompanied Ye Jinyan there. In order to retain Jingyan Group as a major client, the lobby manager not only flattered President Ye but also Master Ma.

His words were very eloquent, promising that Master Ma would come and visit often and that he would be treated with great hospitality. His flattery was impeccable and very pleasant to hear.

Having such a eloquent and perceptive lobby manager was also a major reason why Chef Ma chose this restaurant.

With such a clever lobby manager to assist him, the air of a successful person can be quickly established, and fooling young girls is no problem.

That was indeed the case. The lobby manager was extremely polite to him, which greatly satisfied Master Ma's vanity and also indirectly showed Zhu Suosuo that he was of extraordinary status.

However, listening to the conversation between Master Ma and the lobby manager, Zhu Suosuo noticed something was amiss. Wasn't he Ye Jinyan? Why was he being addressed as Mr. Ma?

After they were seated in the private room, the lobby manager went out to attend to other matters. Faced with the caring Master Ma, Zhu Suosuo finally couldn't help but ask, "Excuse me... I just heard the lobby manager call you Mr. Ma. Aren't you General Manager Ye?"

Master Ma was quite worldly-wise, having witnessed many grand occasions while working alongside Ye Jinyan. Knowing that Ye Jinyan frequently appeared in the news and could be easily found online, he knew he couldn't fake it and had already prepared a contingency plan.

With a calm expression and a slight hint of apology, he said, "I'm sorry, Miss Zhu, I forgot to tell you. My surname is Ma, and I've been friends with Lao Ye for many years. We've worked together at Jingyan Group for many years, and you could say I'm his right-hand man."

"You came in a hurry that day and forgot to explain."

"If you want to see Lao Ye, I can help you make an appointment. But Lao Ye isn't as easy to talk to as I am; most people can't get a meeting with him."

"You can tell me anything you need to know."

Zhu Suosuo was just a young woman in her early twenties, unemployed and inexperienced in the complexities of society, and was immediately intimidated. In her mind, a company as large as Jingyan Group, with its CEO Ye Jinyan so busy, was not someone she could meet whenever she wanted, just as Mr. Ma had said.

Mr. Ma is said to be Ye Jinyan's right-hand man, and naturally he is also a senior executive in the company, so arranging a position for her should not be a problem.

Since they already needed something from him, they immediately lowered their guard.

“Oh, I see! Mr. Ma, then I’ll have to trouble you. I really like Jingyan Group and would like to intern there, but I haven’t been able to find an opportunity. Mr. Ma, could you help me out?”

Master Ma certainly doesn't have that ability, but he's Mr. Ma now. It doesn't matter if he can't do it, he has to put on a show and fool people.

He waved his hand and said, "I thought it was something big. It's just an internship, very simple. It's just a matter of a word from me."

Zhu Suosuo was thrilled when she heard him say that. She had finally found a good job, and one at such a large group as Jingyan.

"Mr. Ma, I'll bring your resume to the company tomorrow."

Master Ma was stunned. How could this be? As Ye Jinyan's personal driver, many people in the group knew him. If Zhu Suosuo went to the company, the secret would definitely be exposed.

Maintaining a calm expression, she quickly changed the subject, saying, "It's nothing, no need to go to so much trouble. I'll arrange it for you as soon as possible. Of course, if I have time in the next couple of days, I can come to you to get my resume!"

Seeing how gentle Master Ma was, Zhu Suosuo finally relaxed and quickly said, "This is too much trouble for you, Mr. Ma. You're so busy, and it's inconvenient for me to live in a lane. I'll take it to your company instead!"

Master Ma said very generously, "It's no problem, it's just a matter of stepping on the gas!"

Then, imitating Ye Jinyan, he struck a very stylish pose.

"Ms. Zhu, you don't know. Actually, I'm not that busy. Those stories of me being busy 24 hours a day are just exaggerated in the news and on TV."

"By the way, let me tell you a principle: the more successful a person is in their career, the more free time they have for life. When you reach the level of Lao Ye and me, it's no problem to take a break for a day or two."

Zhu Suosuo's mind raced, oblivious to any problem, and she smiled sweetly, saying, "Mr. Ma, thank you!"

"You're welcome!" Master Ma said reservedly, but seeing Zhu Suosuo's charming smile, he finally couldn't resist.

"SuoSuo, you are so beautiful!"

Zhu Suosuo smiled awkwardly and said, "Mr. Ma, you flatter me."

Despite knowing the other party's ulterior motives, she held back in order to get the job, and then asked further, "Mr. Ma, I still want to ask you, when can I start my internship at Jingyan?"

Chapter 182 Master Ma Gets Beaten

After saying that, worried about offending the other party, he quickly explained, "Mr. Ma, I didn't mean to rush you, it's just that my family situation is complicated, and I hope to earn money as soon as possible to help with household expenses. That way, everyone can be more comfortable!"

"I understand, I completely understand!"

Master Ma nodded repeatedly. Of course he understood. He was also a poor man, so how could he not understand? He felt the same way.

However, Miss Zhu in front of him was too beautiful, she was like a fairy in his eyes, how could he bear to give her up, so he could only continue to deceive her.

"Sigh! You're in the same boat at home. It's so unfair to make such a beautiful girl like you worry about money. It breaks my heart to see you like this."

"If I had a girlfriend like you, I would cherish you and spoil you rotten. I would never let you go out to work, let alone earn money to support the family."

Being praised by such a successful person, especially with such ambiguous words, Zhu Suosuo couldn't help but blush.

“Mr. Ma, you flatter me. I’m just an ordinary girl, and it’s only right that I earn money to support my family. Not everyone is as successful as you, Mr. Ma.”

Seeing Zhu Suosuo's reaction, Master Ma was secretly pleased with himself, knowing full well that he had fooled the young girl.

If he goes out with her a few more times, with his status and the air of a successful person, what young girl could resist him?

Zhu Suosuo was indeed fooled at this moment. Seeing that Master Ma was mature and steady, drove a luxury car like a BMW 7 Series, was a senior executive of a large company like Jingyan Group, and was a friend of Ye Jinyan, he was definitely a successful person.

If the other person is a good person and treats her well, she wouldn't mind giving it a try.

The two chatted for a few more minutes, and the atmosphere in the private room was just right when the door suddenly opened, a person walked in, and then the door was slammed shut again.

Zhu Suosuo looked up and froze. It was her cousin, Luo Jiaming. She felt like she'd been caught in the act, even though her relationship with Mr. Ma was only ambiguous and they hadn't actually done anything.

He opened his mouth, about to explain.

Master Ma saw the door to the private room open and a stranger walk in. He was trying to pick up a girl! He was being disturbed.

He immediately adopted a haughty demeanor: "Who are you? Who let you in? What are you doing here! Get out right now!"

Li Mu smiled faintly: "Master Ma, you're putting on quite a show! Should I call you Master Ma, or Mr. Ma?"

Seeing that the other person had exposed his background, Master Ma looked a little flustered, but still tried to maintain his composure: "What Master Ma? Everyone calls me Mr. Ma. I am President Ye's right-hand man."

Li Mu smiled and made a driving gesture with his hands.