Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared
Chapter 851: It Feels So Good to Be Home

Chapter 851: Chapter 851: It Feels So Good to Be Home

It’s been a long time since I’ve returned to the company, but this time Gu Fan wasn’t panicked, because he was now a small shareholder of the company, feeling that even taking a long leave wouldn’t matter much.

When Gu Fan arrived at the company entrance, he was taken aback; the façade had completely changed, as if it had undergone a massive renovation. Even the company name had been changed.

Not to mention the reception area was nicely done, even the receptionist was very beautiful, making Gu Fan doubt for a moment whether he was at the right company.

Entering hesitantly, afraid that he might be mistaken, the receptionist asked, "May I ask who you’re looking for?"

"I want to know, are your bosses Boss Ding and Boss Du?" Gu Fan inquired cautiously, ready to retreat if necessary.

The receptionist nodded, "Yes, they are both our bosses. Are you looking for them? Do you have an appointment?"

Realizing he hadn’t made a mistake, Gu Fan was overjoyed, "I’m not here to see your bosses; I don’t have an appointment; I work here."

The receptionist was taken aback upon hearing this, "You work here? I don’t think I’ve seen you before."

Gu Fan immediately explained, "I took a long break a while back. Before I went on leave, I believe you hadn’t joined the company." He then mentioned the date, which indeed was before the receptionist’s time.

The receptionist seemed convinced, but she still couldn’t let Gu Fan in without confirming with her bosses.

Since it was office hours, employees casually strolled in, eyeing Gu Fan with curiosity. Some even thought he was there for a job interview.

Gu Fan sighed inwardly, thinking that Boss Ding and Du Jun had been far from idle during this time. Having acquired funding, they had gathered troops and horses. Now the company had quite a few people, it finally had some qi — some life in it.

Thinking about no longer having to wear multiple hats, not having to be the cleaner, the security guard, the secretary, or the receptionist, Gu Fan nearly shed tears of gratitude.

At that moment, Boss Ding walked in. Spotting Gu Fan, he paused and then asked with confusion, "Gu Fan, weren’t you not coming to work anymore?"

Hearing this, Gu Fan became anxious and quickly followed Boss Ding into the company, "Boss Ding, don’t get me wrong. I just took a long break. I’m back to work now, I still love the company."

Boss Ding expressed appreciation, "Gu Fan, you truly are a great employee. With your help, the company has reached a certain scale now. Thank you for introducing Du Jun to me."

"It’s only right," Gu Fan replied, with the expression of someone content to play a supporting role, hoping Boss Ding would arrange a good position for him.

Once in the office, Boss Ding sat down with a smile, whereas the smile made Gu Fan inexplicably anxious.

Boss Ding said, "Gu Fan, the company has just gotten on the right track, everything is well-organized. Actually, as a small shareholder, there’s no need for you to rush back to work. You could rest a bit more."

Gu Fan felt a chill, "Boss Ding, what do you mean? You’re not trying to push me out, are you?"

Boss Ding immediately clarified, "Of course not. Am I that kind of person? You held your post through the company’s hardest times. Sure, you also took a long leave when the company needed development the most, you brought in Du Jun. Granted, you took another long leave afterward, but can that negate your contributions to the company? Of course, your leaves were quite long, but so what?"

Gu Fan got the message; no company likes an employee who is on long leave all the time.

"I’m sorry, Boss Ding, it’s my fault for taking a long leave. But please, considering all the hard work I’ve done in the past, could you give me another chance?" Gu Fan pleaded, desperate not to be sidelined at this juncture.

Boss Ding looked troubled, "Gu Fan, as you’ve seen, the company now has many people. If they see you constantly on long leave, what will they think? It could easily demotivate them. And if you’re going to take long leaves in the future, you might as well not come back at all. Otherwise, I really can’t trust you with important tasks. Look, as a small shareholder, it’s great for you to rest easy at home and just get dividends each year."

Gu Fan’s face was a picture of misery, "Boss Ding, don’t be so heartless. I believe I can still contribute to the company."

In response, Boss Ding affirmed, "Yes, Gu Fan, I haven’t forgotten how much you’ve done for the company. When it was most difficult, you took on multiple roles for just a pittance. You helped Boss Lei’s daughter, then got us emergency funds from him. You found Du Jun and helped establish this new company. I haven’t forgotten any of it and you’ll have your due reward. For instance, on top of the dividends as a small shareholder, you’ll get a minimum wage each month."

It sounded good; not having to work each month and still getting paid, yet Gu Fan wanted to forge a path of his own, so he still hoped for another chance from Boss Ding.

Boss Ding showed a look of difficulty, "Gu Fan, regarding your future here, it’s not just up to me. What about Du Jun?"

With that reminder, Gu Fan had an epiphany, realizing he had forgotten about Du Jun.

Just then, Du Jun entered the office, catching the tail end of the conversation. His first words upon walking in were, "Gu Fan, I’m sorry, this was a joint decision between Boss Ding and me."

"You too..." Gu Fan suddenly found it hard to accept. He could understand if Boss Ding wasn’t aware of his difficulties, but Du Jun should not treat him this way.

About this matter, Du Jun took Gu Fan aside to his own office, shut the door, and they had a serious talk.

"Gu Fan, I’m not burning bridges, but given the current situation, you know I don’t think you’d focus on your work. Even though I took care of David and the space-time door as you asked, you’re aware that our enemies won’t just let things go. They’ll definitely find you. I don’t want the startup funds I obtained with difficulty from my father to go to waste because of you. You know what I’m up against, and I joined entrepreneurship because I listened to you and wanted to prove myself," Du Jun said.

"Alright, alright, stop there, I get it. I don’t blame you, Du Jun. You’re right," Gu Fan conceded after some thought, deciding to settle his affairs before throwing himself back into work as Du Jun had suggested.