CHAPTER 471: 471 PASSED

After finishing the instructions, I returned to the office. There’s still a lot of work to do.

Had lunch in the cafeteria with Song Qingqing, Pan Xiulan, and Qiao Jingyi.

"Xinyu, are you coming to my place for dinner on Saturday?" Qiao Jingyi asked.

"Aren’t you two saving up your leave days? Not going home?"

"Not going home, my in-laws are coming."

"You lucky thing."

Qiao Jingyi pursed her lips and smiled; indeed, Yao Shimin’s parents are really nice. I was thinking, even though the husband isn’t perfect, having such in-laws is worth it, especially since Yao Shimin is actually quite good.

Pan Xiulan just kept her head down eating, exchanged a glance with Song Qingqing, and shook her head.

Xinyu didn’t meddle too much. If she wanted to talk, even without asking, you’d know, but if she doesn’t say anything, asking abruptly would make things awkward for everyone.

After lunch, Xinyu went back to her office. No sooner had she finished drinking water, Pan Xiulan came over.

"What’s wrong?"

"Having conflicts, they’re upset I haven’t given birth to a son. Now they’re demanding it, but we are always together; it’s not like I’ve avoided it, and I’m anxious too."

"Why not just go to the hospital for a checkup? There’s no use in overthinking all the time."

"Going to the city hospital this Saturday, but I’m speechless. It’s like not getting pregnant is solely my problem.

I used to think his parents understood things and were easy to get along with; now I realize they simply disdain speaking about anything."

"Don’t overthink it; relationships require mutual understanding. Just consider if your son gets married in the future and only has one granddaughter after several years, you’d be anxious too. Don’t make a fuss; even if you are right, it’s not good to clash with elders."

"I’m just upset."

"Go to the hospital for a proper checkup; don’t fear spending money. Get an ultrasound, see if there’s any issue, and adjust accordingly."

Pan Xiulan leaned on the table, "Xinyu, I’m kind of regretting it. Maybe it’d be better to quit work and go back home. There’s always work."

"Don’t let your mind wander. Just put yourself in their shoes and you’ll be fine."

"Ugh! Alright, I won’t disturb your rest anymore. I need to head back now; you have work in the afternoon."

"Yeah, have a positive mindset. No matter what others say, it won’t help; only when you figure it out will it work."

Pan Xiulan nodded and turned to leave.

The first thing in the afternoon was a meeting. Xinyu and Song Qingqing arrived early, and half of the people in the conference room were already there, chatting quietly. Xinyu greeted everyone.

The meeting was entirely hosted by Qian Jun, who went straight to the point about the need for a donation from the textile factory, "If most people disagree, even if I lose my job over it, the donation won’t be made."

During the voting, Xinyu raised her hand first. Of course, Yao Shimin wouldn’t oppose it either. In the end, Song Qingqing counted the votes; only ten people did not raise their hands.

"Looking at this data, it’s approved. I’d like to thank everyone here for supporting my work."

After the meeting, Qian Jun called Xinyu and the others to the finance department.

Xinyu had already instructed them here, and twenty thousand in cash was ready.

Qian Jun signed and left with the money.

Wang Jianshu and Xinyu both signed as well before the funds could be sent out.

Xinyu sighed internally; this account couldn’t withstand scrutiny.

Back to the office, the phone rang.

"It’s me."

"Has it passed already?"

"Yeah, he left with the money."

"Don’t burden yourself with it; it’s not like this never happens. Even if someone really investigates, you’re only accountable for oversight issues."

"I know. By the way, I forgot about Secretary Lu’s wedding; there’s a set of enamelware at home, could you deliver it to Secretary Lu for me?"

"Sure, I got it. I’ll head home to fetch it and have Secretary Lu take it back after work."

"Alright, I have work to do now. Don’t worry."

Xinyu suddenly felt a bit teary; why does it feel like we’re growing more distant with each call?

Wei Kaiyun hung up the phone, gave some instructions, and went out on his bike. When his wife asks for something, it must be done immediately.

Went home, found the enamelware, biked back to the factory, and directly placed it on Lu Weiqi’s desk. "This is the gift from Vice Factory Director Jiang."

"Thank you, Director Wei. Thank you, Vice Factory Director Jiang."

Lu Weiqi thought that Director Wei must be in a good mood now.

Wang Dajiang held Kong Menglin, the two were almost always together every noon.

Wang Dajiang liked it this way, "Menglin, can you still manage Cheng Changsheng tonight?"

"Why do you talk so much? I heard you’re meeting people for marriage?"

"Yeah, my mom’s health is getting worse; she cried, urging me to marry soon so she can see it before she passes, thus fulfilling my dad’s wish."

"You’re quite the filial son?" Kong Menglin said sarcastically.

"Absolutely, my mom raised me alone, not easy."

Kong Menglin was actually jealous inside, wondering if Wang Dajiang would disregard her once he has his family.

Wang Dajiang understood Menglin’s thoughts, "Menglin, don’t worry; you’re the one in my heart."

"You say it better than singing; can I believe you?

Alright, we don’t have much time together; once you get married, we should stop contacting."

"Menglin, don’t treat me like this. I can’t be without you." Wang Dajiang knew Menglin loved hearing these words; she needed everyone to adore her for her to be happy.

Kong Menglin said nothing, tidied up, and left directly.

Wang Dajiang lay on the bed by himself, with a sarcastic smile on his face. He thought these Kong Family members really are shameless, but soon he’ll have his revenge. He wonders who Kong Demin offended, as someone found him, which is good. He lacks people and power, but having someone to deal with him is great. Let him be arrogant, but let’s see what his end will be.

He got up, dressed, and tidied up the house. Even a woman like Menglin repulses him, but now’s not the time; she sure assumes he can’t do without her. What a joke; does she even know her situation as others do?

Those four people that day gossiped a lot. Does she think she’s that great?

Arriving at the unit, it was already three o’clock. He knew there was a trial meeting this afternoon, but he wouldn’t attend.

Mom was right; he shouldn’t be involved in things one shouldn’t do. If they want it, let them have it; we all have to face each other day in and day out. Fortune rotates; ten years on the east of the river and ten years on the west. Being too arrogant now will surely have consequences.

He sat at his station, thinking about how he could retrieve information on Kong Demin and best yet, make him expose himself.

Kong Demin was in his office, but he wasn’t working; instead, he was pondering about the call he just received from above. Xinyu shouldn’t be meddled with now.

Wondering why she has connections above? Is she sleeping with them too? Such a woman doesn’t deserve consideration.

Yet that’s how people are; the more unattainable, the more desired.