AFVSIBS Chapter 34

 Facing the president's instructions, Zhang Chuchu naturally didn't dare to say "no." Even though she was very reluctant, she could only nod in agreement.


"Alright, I promise to complete the task."


"Well, then, this matter is settled. Let's discuss anything else after Zhou Chen finishes this activity at the nursing home. Meeting adjourned," Chen Jie said.


So, Zhang Chuchu and the others turned and walked out of Chen Jie's office.


"Wang Wei, what's going on? Wasn't it said that a trainee like Zhou Chen wouldn't attract attention from higher-ups in the company? Why did Mr. Chen suddenly inquire about this?" Once outside, Zhang Chuchu immediately voiced her doubts to Wang Wei.


"I have no idea what's going on. Mr. Chen is usually very busy and rarely interferes with matters below. I don't know why he decided to intervene for Zhou Chen today. Could it be because of the call from the director of the TV station?" Wang Wei was equally puzzled by the situation.


"But why would the director of the TV station, such a high-ranking official, call Mr. Chen because of Zhou Chen?" Zhang Chuchu was even more perplexed now.


"I don't know either. This Zhou Chen is really something. Be careful on your end. After all, this is a task personally assigned by Mr. Chen." 


"Sigh, why do I always have such bad luck, encountering such a mess," Zhang Chuchu sighed helplessly, realizing she had no choice but to go find Zhou Chen herself.


Zhou Chen was on the balcony in the accommodation area, arranging the plants and flowers he had just bought - two pots of green plants, two pots of roses, and two pots of bamboo.


With them placed on the balcony, the environment instantly became very comfortable.


"Zhou Chen, are you asleep?" At that moment, Zhang Chuchu's voice came from outside the door.


Seeing Zhang Chuchu coming to find him, Zhou Chen was quite surprised. Could this be about terminating his contract with the company? If so, that would be great. He wouldn't have to waste three years of his time for nothing.


So, he immediately walked out and joyfully asked, "Zhang Jie, what's up? Did the company decide to terminate my contract?"


"I say, Zhou Chen, do you really dislike our company that much? Are you so eager to draw a line with us?" Zhang Chuchu was driven almost crazy by Zhou Chen's words. Who would act like this, rejecting a great career opportunity and wanting to underperform, hoping to be frozen or terminated?


"Zhang Jie, you're mistaken. I don't dislike the company, nor do I want to draw a line with it. I just want to live my own life," Zhou Chen explained.


There was nothing wrong with Wanhe after all. After all, any other entertainment company treated trainees in the same way. This was the environment for the entire group of trainees. So, disliking Wanhe was out of the question. Hatred was even more out of the question.


"Alright, as long as you don't dislike the company, that's fine. Pack your things," Zhang Chuchu responded.

"Packing? What's this for? Are you really allowing me to terminate the contract? I don't have to compensate with a huge sum of money, right? I don't have the money to compensate," Zhou Chen said.


"Why can't you think positively for once?"


"For me, terminating the contract is the best outcome. Of course, I mean without having to pay compensation."


"Sigh, I'm really fed up with you. Always thinking about terminating the contract. You have a bright future ahead of you now. You want to terminate the contract, you want to quit, and your fans won't agree. Pack your things and come with me back to the nursing home to continue the activity," Zhang Chuchu said helplessly.


"I'm not going."


Zhang Chuchu thought Zhou Chen would feel triumphant upon hearing he could continue the activity, but she didn't expect him to outright refuse without any hesitation or consideration.


But Zhang Chuchu couldn't leave it at that, as Mr. Chen had given her a command. She had to comply.


So, she had to suppress her anger and persuade him, "Zhou Chen, why do you have to be like this? Isn't becoming a star a good thing?"


"Not good."


Zhou Chen's answer was straightforward and direct, almost driving Zhang Chuchu crazy again.


Becoming a star was something many trainees dreamed of. How could he simply say it wasn't good?


If it weren't for Mr. Chen's direct command, she would have lost her patience long ago.


And now, even if she had no patience left, she still had to persuade Zhou Chen to return to the program. Otherwise, she feared she might lose her job.


"Zhou Chen, what exactly do you want in order to agree to return to the program?"


"It's simple. I need to be able to sleep and wake up early every day, no overtime, no staying up late, and definitely no overworking," Zhou Chen said.


"No overtime, no staying up late? And no overworking? Do you think you're a civil servant? No, wait, even civil servants have to work overtime sometimes, you know?" Zhang Chuchu was almost driven to madness by Zhou Chen's demand.


With this demand, he wouldn't be a trainee at all; he'd be even more relaxed than a civil servant!


Was this an early retirement?


"As long as you promise to allow me to do this, I agree to return to the program," Zhou Chen said firmly.


Zhou Chen had no choice. After all, he was under contract with Wanhe Entertainment. Given the circumstances, he could only adopt this compromise.


And his underperformance wasn't due to laziness or unwillingness to work. He just didn't want to overwork himself like he and the original owner did in their previous lives, constantly burning the candle at both ends to prove themselves and advance their careers.


If Zhang Chuchu could agree to his demands, then he would naturally fulfill his contract and return to the program.


"Zhou Chen, you're ruthless. Fine, I agree to your terms. Is that okay?"


If it had been the day before, Zhang Chuchu would never have compromised. She wouldn't have agreed to Zhou Chen's demands.


But now, she had no choice.


If she couldn't get Zhou Chen back on the program, she couldn't explain to Chen Jie.


So, she had to do it.


"Thank you, Zhang Jie. Can you step outside for a moment?"


"Why do I have to step outside? Are you planning something again? Let me tell you, Zhou Chen, don't push your luck. I'm already making an exception by agreeing to these terms. This would have been impossible in the past or for any other trainee," Zhang Chuchu said.


"Zhang Jie, you're overthinking. Look at what I'm wearing. Do you think I can go out and participate in activities like this? I need you to step out so I can change clothes. If you don't mind, I can change in front of you," Zhou Chen explained.


Instantly, Zhang Chuchu felt extremely embarrassed and quickly said, "Alright, I'll wait for you outside. Hurry up."


Then, she left...


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