Fated Love With the Billionaire
Chapter 65 Missing You

Chapter 65: Chapter 65 Missing You

Post-holiday syndrome plagued most office workers; seeing everyone so listless, Chen Ningxi also reluctantly perked up with a cup of coffee.

Busy all morning, she received a call from Bai Haifeng just before noon.

"Mr. Chen, come to my office."

"Okay, Manager Bai."

After hanging up, Chen Ningxi took two documents that needed Bai Haifeng’s signature. In addition to Bai Haifeng, Manager Ji Xiaobo from the Northeast branch was also there—he was the one her mother wanted to introduce to her. Whether Ji Xiaobo knew this or not, meeting him made Chen Ningxi feel awkward.

"Manager Ji is here too," Chen Ningxi greeted out of courtesy, placing the documents in front of Bai Haifeng. "Manager Bai, there are two reviews that require your signature."

Bai Haifeng glanced over them, "The suburban auto parts factory one?"

Chen Ningxi: "Yes."

Bai Haifeng picked up the pen to sign, while Ji Xiaobo looked Chen Ningxi up and down. She sensed it from the corner of her eye but pretended not to notice.

Ji Xiaobo, however, initiated the conversation, "Did you go out to play during the New Year?"

"...Hmm." Chen Ningxi wasn’t sure how he knew.

Ji Xiaobo smiled, "I saw the ornament on Manager Bai’s desk. It’s quite exquisite and unique. He said you brought it back from your New Year trip."

"Oh," Chen Ningxi thought her mother and the introducer might have communicated again.

Ji Xiaobo continued, "Did you have a happy New Year? You look even better than at the annual meeting."

Chen Ningxi instinctively touched her face, "Really, did I gain weight?"

"No, no, you women easily worry about your figure. I said you look good. People look great when good things happen." Ji Xiaobo said meaningfully, "Among the three candidates, you have the best chance."

Upon hearing this, Bai Haifeng quickly interjected, "Manager Ji, if you say so, I’ll take it seriously. You must vote for Mr. Chen in this election."

Ji Xiaobo laughed, "It’s not that you’re inviting me out of favoritism for me to say this."

With senior management visiting, a formal dinner invitation was necessary.

Bai Haifeng gestured to Chen Ningxi, "It’s not often Manager Ji visits us. I’ve reserved a spot at Golden Goblet. Let’s have a simple meal with him."

The specifications of Golden Goblet were not as simple as a casual meal.

Ji Xiaobo pushed back politely, "Something simple is fine, no need for such high standards."

Polite words were just to be heard; take them with a grain of salt. Besides, with Ji Xiaobo holding the election voting rights, how could a general manager of the Northeast branch be taken to a small cafe?

Chen Ningxi naturally understood Bai Haifeng’s intentions and raised the documents in her hand, "I’ll go return these first."

Bai Haifeng said, "I’ll wait for you downstairs."

Just as Chen Ningxi left Bai Haifeng’s office, she heard Ji Xiaobo say, "Mr. Chen is not only beautiful and capable but also understands technology. Definitely a backbone among middle and senior management. You truly had foresight in choosing her. Frankly, if I were not hesitant about poaching people from you, Manager Ma had already mentioned several times that he wanted to transfer Mr. Chen to us."

Manager Ma was in charge of logistics for the branch. If she went there, Chen Ningxi would practically enjoy an early retirement life. Her days would be spent either drinking tea and tending to flowers or scrolling on her phone all day.

Bai Haifeng neither agreed nor refused, as they were all senior leaders he couldn’t afford to offend.

"Mr. Chen is still young, let her train at the grassroots for a few more years. Once she’s matured, we can consider future plans. We must not let down the leaders’ intentions, right?"

Bai Haifeng skillfully maneuvered the situation with a few words.

On the way to Golden Goblet, Chen Ningxi received a call from Cheng Qiaobei.

"Mr. Chen, it’s lunchtime, what do you plan to eat? My treat."

Chen Ningxi raised an eyebrow, pleasantly surprised, "You’re back?"

"Hehehe..." Cheng Qiaobei’s low chuckle came through the phone, "No, isn’t there takeout?"

Her smile visibly fell, and Chen Ningxi stopped at a red light, "Cheng Qiaobei, are you teasing me?"

"First, don’t get mad," Cheng Qiaobei said gently, "...I miss you."

Chen Ningxi: "..."

Her heart skipped, and her heartbeat turned erratic.

With her cheeks burning, Chen Ningxi quickly checked herself in the car mirror. Thankfully, she was in the car; otherwise, looking as flushed as a monkey’s butt would be embarrassing.

Not hearing Chen Ningxi’s response, Cheng Qiaobei grew anxious, "Mr. Chen? Mr. Chen? Hello...no way...hey, we agreed you wouldn’t get mad, pretty girls aren’t as pretty when angry."

"Manager Cheng, you certainly don’t have a way with words," Chen Ningxi said as the red light turned green, starting the car and continuing to follow Bai Haifeng.

Hearing a car honk, Cheng Qiaobei asked, "Are you outside? Not at the office?"

Chen Ningxi: "No, a senior manager from the Northeast branch visited, and I’m having lunch with Manager Bai."

Cheng Qiaobei naturally inquired, "Male leader or female leader?"

Chen Ningxi: "Male leader."

Cheng Qiaobei teased, "Male leader? Is he handsome? How old? Single?"

Chen Ningxi chuckled helplessly, "You’re not quite cutting it as a jealous man."

"Ah..." Cheng Qiaobei took a deep breath, with a petulant smile, "What do you think I’m suited for?"

Chen Ningxi pondered, "You’re suited to be a... handsome,"

"Yes."

"Tall,"

"Yes,"

"Wise,"

"Good," Cheng Qiaobei was very satisfied with her description.

"Responsible."

"Nice, keep going."

Chen Ningxi giggled, "Intimidating male boss."

"You..." Cheng Qiaobei raised one eyebrow, his eyes filled with wicked charm, "Come on, did you miss me?"

Chen Ningxi bit her lip, "...Yes."

"Yes means?" Cheng Qiaobei feigned ignorance.

Chen Ningxi opened her mouth but couldn’t utter the cringy words, "I... I’ve arrived at the restaurant, I’ll hang up first."

Without waiting for Cheng Qiaobei to respond, she hung up.

Beep, beep, beep... as the busy tone signaled, Cheng Qiaobei glanced at the darkened phone screen and chuckled.

Bai Haifeng ordered the signature dishes of Golden Goblet. Since they had to work in the afternoon, they didn’t order alcohol, but they did have a pot of premium Biluochun tea.

During the meal, Bai Haifeng continuously praised Chen Ningxi’s work achievements, and Ji Xiaobo was also skilled at surface-level flattery. If he hadn’t grown up in a systematized family environment, he might have felt a bit uncomfortable.

Lunch breaks were limited, but Bai Haifeng’s intention had been conveyed to Ji Xiaobo. Judging by his attitude at the table, he was highly likely to vote for Chen Ningxi. With that assurance, today’s meal served its purpose.

Returning from the bathroom to the private room, Chen Ningxi found only Ji Xiaobo left.

Ji Xiaobo said, "Manager Bai went to pay the bill."

"Okay," Chen Ningxi said, retrieving her purse. Ji Xiaobo put on his coat and reminded Chen Ningxi not to leave anything behind. As they walked out, he courteously held the door open, and Chen Ningxi thanked him. Just as she was about to step out of the private room, Ji Xiaobo said,

"Actually, you don’t necessarily need to train at the grassroots level. If you want development, you should come to the Northeast branch. I’ll see if there’s an opportunity to give you a hand."

The look in Ji Xiaobo’s eyes was meaningful. Inside, Chen Ningxi thought to herself, workplace sexual harassment tactics wouldn’t work on her. He really had a death wish.