ABCFWGR Chapter 60: Paying to Meet

"Is it Eu Ya's idea, or the idea of someone behind her?" Gu Chen pondered.

Qi Dedao hesitated for a moment. "I'm not sure. I just happened to overhear their phone call, but I can't be certain who brought it up first."

"The Bai Meng Chamber of Commerce? The Ou family? Eu Ya?"

Gu Chen suddenly chuckled disdainfully. "It seems my deterrent power is not enough, allowing them to come up with such ideas. But it's also good, it's a good time to set an example."

"In addition, for safety's sake, don't get involved in this matter. Keep your distance from them and don't let them suspect anything."

Qi Dedao nodded in agreement. "I'm planning to return to the capital in a day or two, so there shouldn't be any problems."

At this, he hesitated to speak, then glanced at Gu Chen.

Gu Chen couldn't help but know what he was thinking, feeling amused. He pointed upstairs. "There are some words I've written in the study. Take them back to study, it might improve your painting skills."

The skill of painting is mysterious and not something that can be taught in just a few strokes; it relies more on comprehension than verbal transmission.

Otherwise, there wouldn't be so many great painters without formal training.

Moreover, what Gu Chen taught was not ordinary techniques.

"Thank you, Master!"

Qi Dedao was overjoyed and hurriedly ran into the study.

The moment he saw the words, he was amazed, completely immersed in them for a while.

Since ancient times, calligraphy and painting have been closely linked, with similarities in brushwork and depiction.

The more Qi Dedao looked, the more fascinated he became, gradually losing track of time and entering a state of forgetfulness.

Gu Chen took a glance when he had a moment but didn't disturb him. How much he could comprehend depended on his own understanding.

...

It was clearly an all-nighter.

It wasn't until dawn the next day that Qi Dedao emerged from his state of fascination.

Worried about disturbing Gu Chen's rest, he left quietly without saying a word.

The news of Miss Liu from the Liu family hosting a banquet spread like wildfire in the capital.

It became the hottest topic of the day.

Furthermore, the invitations for the banquet were being traded, with prices skyrocketing to millions.

Even so, there were still throngs of people clamoring to attend, making it almost impossible to get a ticket.

Indeed!

Having money makes things easy.

People get full and start looking for trouble.

Meanwhile, in the office of the Chen Group's CEO.

The secretary, Zhang Ke, knocked on the door and walked in. "Mr. Chen, Miss Liu sent over this invitation, along with a letter of intent for cooperation, please take a look."

As she spoke, she placed the invitation and the letter of intent on the table.

Since Gu Chen resigned, she wasn't surprised when she was transferred back.

Seeing these two items, Chen Yuwei couldn't help but be pleasantly surprised.

It was like winning the lottery.

But Chen Yuwei wasn't knocked unconscious by the sudden good fortune. Instead, she frowned and said, "But why would Miss Liu choose our Chen Group? Whether it's the real estate industry or the pharmaceutical industry, we are not top companies in Lin'an."

"According to reason, she wouldn't be unaware, especially considering her status. If she wanted to seek cooperation, there would probably be countless people willing to accept this olive branch. It's too strange!"

She didn't know, so how could Zhang Ke know? She shook her head.

Chen Yuwei didn't really expect Zhang Ke to give her an answer. It was more like she was asking herself.

However, she didn't expect the answer.

Then she earnestly looked through the letter of intent for cooperation.

By the time she finished reading, she realized that Chen Group was not the only one selected; there were several other well-known companies.

"This makes more sense. Our Chen Group is just tagging along."

Chen Yuwei shook her head with a bitter smile, feeling a bit regretful.

On one hand, it might be a poisoned chalice, but on the other hand, she hoped it was genuine.

It was an extremely contradictory mindset, but it was also a normal human thought.

After all, Miss Liu from the Liu family had a dazzling identity. If they could cooperate with her, it would undoubtedly be a great boost for the future development of Chen Group. However, precisely because of this, others looked down on small companies like Chen Group, which was also normal.

Although Chen Group had some reputation in the vicinity of Lin'an, it was still not prestigious enough.

"Alright, have the relevant departments organize the information to perfection."

"Even if we are just tagging along, we must leave the best impression on Miss Liu. As long as we catch her eye, it's always a good thing."

Chen Yuwei closed the letter of intent and instructed.

"Okay, Ms. Chen, will you attend personally tomorrow, or shall I arrange for another leader to represent you?" Zhang Ke attended to every detail.

"I'll go in person. It's also a sign of respect for Miss Liu." Chen Yuwei thought for a moment.

"Alright, I'll arrange it right away." Zhang Ke left after responding.

"Wait!"

Suddenly, Chen Yuwei called out, hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Um... Gu... Gu Chen, has he contacted you recently?"

Zhang Ke shook her head.

She hadn't seen Gu Chen for several days and hesitated to call him, fearing it might disturb him.

Seeing this, Chen Yuwei smiled awkwardly. "I just asked casually, you can go ahead with your work."

"When you have time later, help me get a cup of coffee downstairs."

As the office door closed, Chen Yuwei regretfully pinched herself, feeling she shouldn't have asked just now.

"Really, what's wrong with me lately? Why do I keep thinking of him?"

"It's so strange, I never used to be like this!"

...

After arranging the work, Zhang Ke left the group building to buy coffee for Chen Yuwei.

This was also one of the duties of a secretary.

In addition to work matters, taking care of the leader's daily needs was also important.

Fortunately, both of them were women.

Otherwise, there might be some extra work involved.

Of course, if such a situation really occurred, Zhang Ke would have fled long ago.

"Hello, one latte and one americano."

Zhang Ke arrived at the coffee shop Chen Yuwei liked, placed her order, and paid.

She didn't notice that there were eyes in the corner behind her, constantly watching her.

Just as Zhang Ke was about to leave, the man in the corner took out his phone and dialed a number. "We'll be back soon. I've already taken care of the elevator and the third-floor surveillance. We only have one chance."

After speaking, he hastily left the coffee shop and went to the back of the Chen Group building.

In the alley behind, there was a disguised van parked, with dark films covering the windows, making it impossible to see inside.

The man opened the door, got into the car, put on a hat and sunglasses, and acted as the driver.

In no time.

Two men who looked like cleaners pushed a trash bin from the back door of the building.

Following closely, one of them opened the car door and threw one of the trash bins inside.

"Thud!"

The sound indicated the trash bin was heavy.

As the two men who looked like cleaners got into the car and started to take off their work clothes.

"Bro, who is this girl? Is it worth all this trouble?" one of them asked curiously.

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask. Mind your own business!" the driver reprimanded, then dialed a number. "Brother Long, I've got the person you wanted. Half an hour later, meet us at the usual place to pay and pick her up."



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