CHAPTER 222: 222 SCARED

Toured around the venue. With Lu Changchun from the union making arrangements, there were no major issues.

"Director Jiang, you’ll need to speak after Mr. Qian."

"Got it, I’ll just say a few impromptu words."

Turning to the front, she saw two children sitting obediently, eating rice candy, which finally put her at ease.

By this time, the day shift had already ended, and the venue was buzzing.

Pan Yuanliang, the head of the Security Section, was leading a team to ensure safety.

Honestly, it was quite chaotic. But everyone seemed really excited.

Someone in charge of logistics called for Jiang Xinyu to come over. She hurried off, and half an hour later, when she returned, she no longer saw the two children in their seats.

The scare slowed Jiang Xinyu’s heartbeat for a moment. She rushed over quickly.

"Big sister, where are those two children?"

"They left with a woman, who claimed to be their aunt."

Jiang Xinyu’s anger reached its peak. "Who knows that woman? Where is she?"

"She’s a female worker from the fourth workshop, at the back."

No one had ever seen Director Jiang look this upset.

Jiang Xinyu strode angrily to the back, until she finally saw the two children sitting with a woman, the same one who sold her rosewood last time.

The two kids were feeding her rice candy, and she accepted it all, smiling as she ate.

Someone greeted Jiang Xinyu, which made the two children finally notice her. Seeing Jiang Xinyu arriving, they remembered her instructions and looked a bit frightened.

Jiang Xinyu walked over and stood beside them, "What did you two promise me? Hmm, if some bad person took you away, how would I explain it to your dad?"

"Aunt Jiang, we’re sorry, we forgot."

"Fine, fine, you forgot. Do you want to sit here or go to the front?" Jiang Xinyu tried hard to suppress her anger.

"We want to stay here."

"Alright. Xiao Zhang, come over here." Jiang Xinyu called someone from the Security Section.

"Director Jiang."

"Notify the people on duty today to keep an eye on these two kids. If they want to leave, they must get my approval."

"Yes."

Jiang Xinyu turned to face the two of them, "You can be free once your dad comes over, but for now, stay put here, and remember, don’t move."

The two children didn’t say a word, bowed their heads, but nodded.

Jiang Xinyu left quickly, muttering whether this was something people should do?

In her previous life, information was widespread, and she had seen many cases of children being kidnapped, so seeing the children missing earlier had frightened her.

It was almost six o’clock, and Jiucheng of the people had already arrived. Qian Jun and the others were here too.

At six o’clock sharp, the host took the stage. Next up was Qian Jun’s speech.

The applause was overwhelming; Qian Jun’s words were very inspiring, and the workers were highly satisfied with the benefits arranged by the factory manager.

Next was Jiang Xinyu’s speech. She went on stage and took the microphone from the host.

She delivered a passionate speech urging everyone to be proactive, then thanked everyone for their trust, and promised to work hard in the future and care for everyone’s needs.

The applause was just as enthusiastic. After her speech, Jiang Xinyu bowed in gratitude, looked up to see Lv Beiguang, and finally felt relieved, hurrying off the stage as the singing program began.

Jiang Xinyu hurried down the venue, giving Lv Beiguang a look, and Lv Beiguang stifled a laugh as he followed her out.

Outside. "Now that you’re here, your kids are your responsibility. They’re with their aunt, and I have a lot to do. You should look after them yourself; there are too many people here today, so be sure to keep an eye on them."

"Sorry for the trouble."

"Not at all, you don’t know how I felt when I saw their seats empty after I finished my tasks; my heart was in my throat."

"Apologies."

"Enough with the apologies. From now on, you handle this yourself. If it happens again, I’m sure it would shorten my lifespan."

"Haha, it won’t happen again, sorry for the trouble."

Jiang Xinyu waved her hand, "We’re friends, but when it comes to kids, I dare not again; other things are no problem.

Alright, I’m going back in. Keep an eye on the kids." Jiang Xinyu reminded once more before hurrying away, instructing Xiao Zhang that once the kids’ dad arrived, they could stop watching.

She sat down, and Qian Jun glanced at her, "What’s going on with you?"

"Don’t ask. Lv Beiguang called me to pick up his kids to watch the gala. The two children left with their aunt, unbeknownst to me, and scared me to death.

Once I saw Lv Beiguang coming over, I quickly made things clear; looking after kids is a big responsibility, and I’m finally relieved."

"You, really, could the kids get lost here?"

"I wasn’t comfortable."

"Haven’t you eaten anything yet?"

"Not yet."

"I’m hungry too."

"What can we do, we can’t leave to eat, right?"

"That’s true, and after the gala, there’s nowhere to eat; why don’t you cook for me?"

"Alright, I’ll make some noodle soup."

The two sat closely, speaking softly.

"Wow, I didn’t expect Secretary Pan to have such talent. Really impressive."

"Aren’t you going to perform?" Yao Shimin chimed in eagerly.

"Spare me, I don’t have any artistic talent."

"Director Jiang, I heard you inviting Mr. Qian to eat; I want to join too."

"Sure, no problem. Secretary Song and Secretary Pan as well."

Lv Beiguang found the two children and asked the people around them for a seat, sitting beside them.

Seeing the two kids eating rice candy and occasionally feeding that woman, he knew that the rice candy must have been bought by Jiang Xinyu for the kids.

The two kids were a bit excited to see their dad. Lv Beiguang smiled at them, pointed to the front, and let them watch the program.

The program was really entertaining. For people with no other leisure, this was the best pastime.

The gala ended at eight o’clock. Lu Changchun went on stage to say a few words, then everyone left in an orderly manner.

"Director Jiang, are you really inviting us to your home for a meal?" Pan Xiulan asked excitedly.

"Yes, let’s go to my place. At this hour, there’s no food in restaurants."

Outside, they saw Lv Beiguang and his two children.

"Aunt Jiang, we’re sorry."

"It’s alright, you’re still young, I forgive you. But I hope you can be children who keep their promises."

The two kids looked a bit embarrassed. Lv Beiguang thanked Jiang Xinyu again before leaving with the children.

The five of them went to Jiang Xinyu’s home. Cooking noodle soup is the quickest; scallion oil in the pot, a big pile of cabbage shreds, and ten eggs were cracked in, two per person, making a large pot holding four pounds of noodles.

The group sat around the table, each with a big bowl, with chili oil available for those who wanted it.