CHAPTER 192: CHAPTER 192: WEALTHY SECOND GENERATION PK SUPER WEALTHY SECOND GENERATION 5_1

Huang Xiaojue chuckled, "Xixi, I’ve already signed your promotion report. Many middle-tier managers were shocked at today’s meeting, questioning why we’re promoting a newcomer. But Fu Mei and Huang Ying both strongly endorsed you, and we have the performance sheet as proof. Huang Ying was especially effusive in her praise for you, leaving the rest speechless."

When a man lavishes praise on a woman, people usually suspect there’s a romantic connection. But when a woman sings the praises of another woman, people usually find it quite rare.

It’s even rarer for two women to simultaneously endorse another.

"Huang Ying told me a lot about Liang Sheng’s past misdeeds," he continued. "She even said that if she were ten years younger, she would seize any opportunity to bring him down. She firmly believes that you’re serving justice."

A hint of a smile finally appeared on Yan Xixi’s face.

"But Xixi, you can’t take such risks in the future. It sounds great to serve justice, but you have to consider this – there are many men out there who are even more ruthless than Liang Sheng. Even if you can handle him, can you guarantee you’ll be able to handle others? Xixi, you’re just a defenseless girl, not a martial arts heroine."

It was true concern, not an interrogation.

He reached out and held her hand. "Xixi, I’ve been busy with work and haven’t been able to take proper care of you. If anything were to happen to you, I’d be beside myself with worry and regret."

She finally smiled.

Indeed, knowing that someone truly cares about you can be incredibly heartwarming.

"Xixi, what do you want for dinner tonight?"

She suddenly said, "I want to watch a movie."

He responded promptly, "Perfect, I haven’t watched a movie in such a long time. Let’s eat and then watch a movie."

The place was crowded in the evening. Huang Xiaojue went to buy movie tickets while Yan Xixi waited for him in the rest area. She watched the bustling crowd, couples everywhere, intimately close and unrestrained. They laughed and joked without a care in the world. It suddenly struck her that she had never experienced such a carefree romance herself.

At that moment, Huang Xiaojue returned, juggling movie tickets, popcorn, and two large cups of coffee, looking a bit flustered. She walked up to him with a smile and took the coffee. He cradled the popcorn against his chest with one arm, then took her hand with his free one. Feeling the warmth of his palm, she held his hand tightly as well.

Because of this, he laughed, looking truly happy.

She, too, felt a little happy. She playfully swung their joined hands like a child, and slowly, a genuine sense of security began to warm her.

Huang Xiaojue found himself watching her. He understood then that what she lacked most was a sense of security. That was why, he realized, she could be utterly unscrupulous when she deemed it necessary. He simply tightened his grip on her hand, so tight it caused a slight twinge of pain. Yet, she laughed, unsure why she suddenly felt so happy.

The movie was a hilarious holiday flick that had the audience in stitches. Both of them were laughing so hard they were nearly falling over.

After the movie, Yan Xixi was still chattering away like a child, excitedly recounting the plot. Huang Xiaojue rarely saw her so joyous and unguarded. For a moment, he felt as if he had been transported back to the wonderful, carefree days of their youth.

A wave of sentimentality washed over him. He held her hand tightly, listening intently as she spoke.

When Yan Xixi returned to the rest area from the restroom, Huang Xiaojue hadn’t come back yet. Her legs felt stiff from sitting so long, so she decided to walk around while she waited for him. Suddenly, a man strode towards her, stopping right in front to glare at her.

She immediately panicked. This is bad, this is really bad!

Liang Sheng, with an alluring young girl on his arm, looked at Yan Xixi as if she were his archenemy and snorted with contempt. "Miss Yan, long time no see."

She cautiously stepped back. Just then, Huang Xiaojue walked over.

Liang Sheng followed her gaze and turned to look at Huang Xiaojue, sneering, "President Huang, good thing you’re here. I’ve been looking for you. This fraudster works for your company, right? She’s wicked and unprofessional. You should fire her immediately..."