"This was his own choice. He didn't tell you, nor did he inform me beforehand. He must have told his parents."
In other words, Brother Qi only found out today as well.
Wen Cheng was upset and surprised when she heard this. Was this a move to remove him and Brother Qi from the group?
"That,"
“I just told him that you don’t owe him anything.”
Wen Cheng gasped sharply. Brother Qi was so cool! And it was indeed true...
“If we don’t tell him the truth now, he will only sink deeper and deeper into his own world.”
Wen Qi's words were not wrong; it showed that Wen Qi still cared about Wen Yunyi, which was why he told him these things.
"Then, when will Wen Yunyi be able to figure it out?"
Wen Qi glanced at Wen Cheng, "She should grow into a diligent person a little faster than you."
Despite enduring the humiliation, Wen Cheng continued driving.
......
Back at the company, Wen Cheng immediately messaged Yan Luan as soon as she sat down at her workstation, asking him to come for an interview today. She had already asked the HR lady yesterday, who said that they were always hiring for the security guard position. As for the salary, the security guard's salary was already quite high, set at six thousand. As for the salary adjustment, Wen Cheng used her charm and cuteness to ask Brother Qi for help, and even offered to have it deducted directly from her own account.
Although Wen Qi ultimately rejected it, his original words were:
"Pulling less than seven figures into your pocket is an insult to me."
This reminded Wen Cheng of her pitiful 7.5 million. Wen Cheng decided that even if she had to eat, she would squeeze that money out of Wen Qi's pocket!
Yan Luan replied to the message very quickly.
[Yan Luan]: Brother Cheng, should I make any preparations?
When Yan Luan called her that, Wen Cheng suddenly felt like she really was Yan Luan's older brother. She was used to taking care of her younger siblings in the orphanage, and seeing Yan Luan call her that really made her feel like she had returned to the past. This made Wen Cheng care about Yan Luan even more.
[Wen Cheng]: Just bring a resume when you go in and talk to HR. The recruiter is very nice, so don't worry. I asked her beforehand, so just relax.
Yan Luan replied a few minutes later, and a few minutes later Wen Cheng received a simple thank you.
Wen Cheng smiled with relief.
Shen Feimo had just finished his work and took a small bag of potato chips from his drawer, placing it on Wen Cheng's desk. He also gave Wen Cheng a task, since she had previously made it clear that eating meant doing chores, so everyone had gotten used to it.
"Chengcheng, what were you grinning like an idiot at the computer screen for?"
"My younger brother is coming to work here?"
Shen Feimo became interested, "Biological child?"
"Just now."
"Could you take me with you to see it later?"
Wen Cheng shook her head and said bluntly, "They're still young, don't scare them."
After all, having spent so much time together, who wouldn't know the department's king of witty banter?
Sure enough, these words were met with laughter from all sides. Shen Feimo, chuckling and joking, joined the debate among the scholars.
Minister Zhang had just returned from a meeting and sighed as he looked at the group of lively characters in his office. If they weren't all talented, they could all be kicked out of the company just for corrupting the boss's brother.
At 11:30 a.m., the HR lady from the recruitment office proactively messaged Wen Cheng. The first message wasn't about whether Yan Luan had passed the interview, but rather...
I remember I was interviewing for a security guard position, not a modeling job. Are all the good-looking guys these days going to be security guards? [crying]
Wen Cheng smiled sheepishly. He genuinely liked her, but Yan Luan was only after his money.
A little while later, Yan Luan also sent him a message, saying that she had passed the interview and could start work in the afternoon.
Wen Cheng asked Yan Luan to wait for him, and they would meet at the company gate in half an hour. He would take Yan Luan to familiarize himself with the work environment and treat him to a meal.
Yan Luan agreed to the first point, but firmly refused the dinner invitation, saying that he would treat himself if he was to do so.
Wen Cheng understood Yan Luan, so she opened a food app, found a mala tang restaurant that cost 30 yuan per person, and recommended it to Yan Luan.
At 11:59, Wen Qi's message arrived on time.
[Brother Qi]: We're having pork rib stew today. Here it is.
Pork rib stew?!
A trickle of drool escaped Wen Cheng's lips, but remembering Yan Luan waiting for her outside, she resolutely wiped it away.
[Wen Cheng]: Not today, Brother Qi, Yan Luan is treating me to dinner~
Have a meal?
Wen Qi frowned, and the aroma of the braised pork ribs on the coffee table instantly killed his appetite.
I replied with a hasty "uh-huh" and then turned off my phone.
Wen Cheng could sense a hint of displeasure from Wen Qi's reply.
So that's how much Brother Qi can't live without him~ Wen Cheng couldn't help but feel very proud, and straightened his chest. Well, actually he was also a little reluctant to part with Brother Qi and the pork rib stew.
Wen Cheng picked up her phone and continued typing rapidly.
It was ten minutes later when Wen Qi saw his phone again.
[Chengcheng]: Brother Qi, I'll bring you some food later~ Don't lock the office door, I need to take a nap~
Wen Qi's brows immediately relaxed.
Secretary Zhao, who was standing to the side, immediately understood and pushed up his glasses. "Hmm, the rain has cleared up. We can tell the colleagues who had the meeting this afternoon to put their minds at ease."
During her lunch break, Wen Cheng dashed out of the company building like a wild horse.
A boy stood in front of the flower bed not far away, carrying a shoulder bag, wearing a simple blue short-sleeved shirt and white jeans. His exposed arms were so white they seemed to glow in the sunlight. The sun was quite strong today. Wen Cheng thought to herself, "Silly boy," and ran over, pulling Yan Luan into the nearby guardhouse.
The cool air-conditioned room successfully reduced the flush on Yan Luan's face.
At that moment, Uncle Zhao was just getting ready to go home for dinner.
"Chengcheng, what brings you here at mealtime? Would you like to come home for dinner with your uncle?" Uncle Zhao greeted her warmly.
Ever since Wen Cheng was caught and taken back by Wen Qi, she has maintained close contact with Uncle Zhao, greeting him every time she goes to and from get off work, and occasionally slipping him some treats she brought from home. Uncle Zhao quickly overcame the young master's initial resentment.
Wen Cheng shook her head. "Uncle Zhao, I have something to tell you. This is Yan Luan."
Upon hearing this, Yan Luan quickly bowed to Uncle Zhao, who was flattered and said, "Oh my, this child is so handsome! Hello, hello."
"Uncle Zhao, Yan Luan will be your new colleague from now on!"
Uncle Zhao paused for a moment. Such a beautiful child, on par with Wen Cheng in looks. Uncle Zhao looked at Wen Cheng questioningly, "Could it be another one?"
Wen Cheng quickly winked at Uncle Zhao, "No, no! It's just that I came here to work, but I introduced them!"
Uncle Zhao still didn't believe it, but he didn't want to ask too many questions in front of Yan Luan. He just warmly prepared a workstation for Yan Luan and went home to eat first.
On his way home, he sent a message to his son.
[Zhao'er, Chengcheng brought a really handsome young man to work today. Is he another rich kid coming to experience the hardships of life?]
Uncle Zhao was terrified of Wen Cheng before.
During his break, Secretary Zhao replied to messages very quickly. He knew Yan Luan; after all, it was he who had taken over the salary adjustment matter.
No, it's just a friend that Young Master Wen knows, but Dad, you must remember, they are friends.
......
Uncle Zhao understood immediately.
Before leaving, Wen Cheng borrowed two umbrellas from Uncle Zhao. Wen Cheng has fair skin and is easily sunburned in the summer. Seeing that Yan Luan was about the same color as her, Wen Cheng naturally gave one to Yan Luan as well.
Yan Luan was taken aback, then quickly said thank you again.
Wen Cheng sighed. Yan Luan's awkward and cautious manner was just like her own in the past, which was why she felt even more sorry for him.
Wen Cheng was driving when they got out of the car. She handed the car keys to Yan Luan, indicating that she would lend them to him from now on. Yan Luan knew at a glance that it was Wen Cheng's own car, but since Wen Cheng was willing to do so much for him, any words of refusal from him would only make her unhappy. In addition, he really needed help right now. Yan Luan didn't say too many vows or promises, but he remembered them all in his heart. From now on, Wen Cheng's affairs were his affairs, and he would remember Wen Cheng's kindness for the rest of his life.
Wen Cheng hadn't had spicy hot pot in a long time, so she ordered a 50-yuan portion without any hesitation. Yan Luan paid the bill with a smile and even ordered a huge cup of freshly squeezed passion fruit for Wen Cheng.
The fast food restaurant served food very quickly, and in no time the two of them were enjoying their spicy hot pot, sweating profusely as they ate.
If there weren't so many people around, Wen Cheng would have really wanted to shout "That's awesome!"
The two sat by the window. Wen Cheng's appearance was delicate yet possessed a sweet and innocent charm, while Yan Luan was the complete opposite. Yan Luan's appearance was somewhat androgynous, and the red mole on his cheek added a touch of eeriness. The two of them sitting together attracted a lot of attention.
After finishing the last sip of the rich broth, Wen Cheng said bluntly, "I feel like a lot of people are watching you."
Yan Luan raised her head and coldly surveyed the surroundings, causing everyone to avert their gaze.
"Really? Then there aren't any now." Yan Luan's practiced manner was heartbreaking.
Wen Cheng couldn't help but give Yan Luan a thumbs up.
After finishing her meal, Wen Cheng first took a stroll around the neighborhood and bought a milk cake from a cake shop.
This time, Yan Luan drove Wen Cheng back. Wen Cheng took Yan Luan to a special lounge. Employees without fixed positions in the company could rest in the lounge. The lounge had many small cubicles, each containing a bed and a bookshelf. It was clean and tidy, and a cleaning lady would come to clean it every month. Wen Cheng led Yan Luan to the lounge where she used to live.
"Brother Cheng, it must be so nice to work here," Yan Luan said honestly, looking at the clean bedding.
Wen Cheng proudly raised her head, "That's right! Our boss treats his employees exceptionally well!"
To thank her generous boss, Wen Cheng settled Yan Luan in and then sneaked into the top-floor office. It was already past one o'clock, and Wen Cheng thought that Brother Qi had already gone to bed, but when she went in, she saw Wen Qi still sitting at his desk working on his computer.
Wen Cheng frowned unhappily and placed the cake on Wen Qi's desk. "Brother Qi, why aren't you resting yet?"
Wen Qi stopped typing. "Didn't you get any rest either?"
Can they be the same?
Wen Cheng didn't dare to say it aloud, only saying, "Then I need to rest now, Brother Qi, are you resting too?"
Wen Qi looked up and saw Wen Cheng's watery eyes staring at him. He might have been able to withstand it before, but now...
Wen Qi shut down the computer and his gaze fell on the white box in front of him. "Did you bring this for me?"
Wen Cheng nodded eagerly, "By the way, Brother Qi, you don't eat sweets, so I specially asked the shop assistant to prepare a low-sugar one. Aren't I reliable?"
Receiving these words was a warm touch from Wen Cheng's head. Wen Qi stood up and led the cake to the small coffee table.
Wen Cheng followed over and discovered that the pork rib stew and rice on the table had not been touched. Wen Cheng was furious!
"Brother Qi, why aren't you even eating!" Wen Cheng was really angry this time. Wen Qi was the most important person to him in this world, and he couldn't bear to ruin Wen Qi's body, but Brother Qi himself didn't care at all!