Chapter 976
Faced with Liu Gaoyi’s shameless fake smile, Melody Fox did not have any expression. The words he spat out were like ice blades.
“Why? Manager Liu, don’t you understand human language? Do you need me to repeat myself?”
The corner of Liu Gaoyi’s mouth twitched.
She was really… impenetrable.
He swallowed hard and could not smile anymore. He said with a stiff face, “…Since you insist on calling him over, then call him over. I’ll go now…”
“No need. Just let Assistant Hou handle such a small matter. Assistant Hou?”
Assistant Hou immediately walked forward and said, “I’ll go immediately. In three minutes, everyone will definitely rush to the conference room.”
When Assistant Hou said this, he was delighted.
In the past few months, this was the only person who could make the face of a shameless person like Liu Gaoyi darken.
Mrs. Swanson was indeed Mrs. Swanson. How awesome!
What Hou Shi could only practice Mrs. Swanson like this. Why would they need to worry about being suppressed by Liu Gaoyi?
“Go.” Melody Fox waved her hand and asked Assistant Hou to call for help.
She pulled out the chair at the head of the table and sat down. Her gaze swept across the entire conference room.
The conference room was big enough. In addition to the 30 feet-meter-long table, there were many seats beside it. It was not difficult to accommodate dozens of people.
Since that was the case, they could have the meeting here. There was no need to go directly to the project department.
She planned to go straight to the project department if this place could not accommodate anyone.
However, in Liu Gaoyi’s eyes, Melody Fox’s actions of sizing up the meeting room made him think that she had never seen the world. She even had to carefully size up such a small meeting room.
She was indeed a country bumpkin.
Liu Gaoyi pursed his lips, and the disdain in his eyes immediately appeared.
However, when Melody Fox looked at Liu Gaoyi, he immediately became a lackey.
“Mrs. Swanson, do you want something to drink? I’ll prepare it for you personally.”
This woman couldn’t possibly make a mistake in her selection, right?
Wasn’t there a saying that one shouldn’t slap a smiling person?
However, in the next second, Melody Fox questioned coldly, “What? Is this the job you do in the company? If that’s the case, you don’t have to stay in the project department anymore. Go to the logistics department.”
“Pfft.”
Liu Gaoyi did not know how to answer when Melody called him out. A burst of laughter came from the door.
He turned around and realized that Assistant Hou had returned. There was a large group of people behind him. Clearly, everyone had heard Melody Fox ridiculing him.
Embarrassment followed by a loss of face.
In the past, Shi Kai and Assistant Hou had been the ones who had to bear the awkwardness. Today, it was his turn.
Liu Gaoyi clenched his fists tightly, but due to his status, he could only reply, “You’re right. I won’t do it again…”
Melody Fox did not look at him again. He turned around and called out to the people at the door, “What are you waiting for? Come in!”
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone dared to step in.
They found their places according to their positions.
After sitting down, everyone could not help but look at Melody Fox curiously.
Most of the people who went downstairs to welcome Melody Fox were the middle and upper echelons of the branch company, so the ordinary employees present still saw Melody Fox at first glance.
In just one morning, Melody Fox’s background had almost spread.
-A country bumpkin who was abandoned by her family in the countryside and didn’t know anything. It was just that she was lucky that Ken Swanson took a fancy to her in some way, so she became a golden phoenix.
However, when everyone saw how she calmly accepted everyone’s scrutiny, it was almost impossible to overlap with the rumored image of a country bumpkin who knew nothing.
Especially the female employees, they could tell at a glance that Melody Fox was definitely not what the rumors said.
When a woman was with a woman, she could directly sense who the other party was.
Although her appearance was… indescribable, her aura and indifferent attitude made even women like them, who prided themselves on being Insterimond people, feel inferior.
This Mrs. Swanson was very extraordinary!
Everyone came to the same conclusion.
Of course, some admired her and some disliked her.
A woman wearing a short dress that accentuated her figure stood up in front of everyone. She walked to Melody Fox and extended her hand to him.
“Miss Fox, hello, I’m Ai Chunrou. Welcome to our Insterimond branch. Our Insterimond branch is a harmonious and friendly big family. As a member of the big family, I welcome you to join us! Everyone, clap!”
After the woman finished speaking, she was very good at building up the atmosphere, causing everyone present to clap.
Melody Fox glanced at the woman’s outstretched hand but did not shake it back. Instead, he asked Assistant Hou with his eyes.
Assistant Hou shook his head gently and stood behind Melody Fox. He said in a voice that only they could hear, “This is the former eldest young master’s secretary who worked with him in the branch. She’s now transferred to the liaison department under the project department.”
Project department… As expected, it was Liu Gaoyi’s faction again.
This woman’s attitude and behavior were a little strange.
Everyone else called her Mrs. Swanson, but this woman called her Miss Fox. It seemed that she did not approve of the fact that she was Mrs. Swanson.
Melody Fox rolled her eyes and saw Liu Gaoyi’s gloating expression from the corner of his eye. She immediately had some guesses.
Everyone’s applause gradually subsided, but the woman saw that Melody Fox had not reached out to shake her hand for a long time. She felt a little embarrassed.
She was just a country bumpkin, and she was so ugly. Did she really think that marrying the Eldest Young Master would make her a phoenix that flew up into the sky?
She had never seen such an ugly phoenix!
Moreover, she had long heard that the reason why Melody Fox married the eldest young master was because she had accidentally saved the Swanson family matriarch Margaret’s illness.
In other words, this was what the Swanson family liked, not what the young master liked.
Such an ugly girl clearly had no place in Young Master’s heart. What right did she have to look down on him?
The more Ai Chunrou thought about it, the angrier she became. She asked with a displeased expression, “Miss Fox, what do you mean by this? I took the initiative to greet you, but you… Is this how you treat your subordinates?”
“You also know that you’re a subordinate?”
“…What do you mean?”
“Your immediate superior hasn’t even spoken yet, but you’re already standing up to welcome me on behalf of the entire Insterimond branch. May I ask who you can represent in the Insterimond branch?”
“You-“
“That’s enough, Ai Chunrou!” Liu Gaoyi was happy to see someone not giving Melody Fox a face.
However, Ai Chunrou was still a member of the project department. If she was punished, he would have to sit back and forth. Hence, he might as well stop her.
Ai Chunrou was still unhappy, but under the pressure of Liu Gaoyi’s gaze, she could only grit her teeth and return to her seat.
“I’m really sorry, Mrs. Swanson.” Liu Gaoyi smiled and said, “Chunrou is just a little too enthusiastic. She was in a hurry to get to know you, so she forgot her identity and said those abrupt words past me.”
Melody Fox gave Liu Gaoyi a deep look.
“Manager Liu, the people in your project department are all… extraordinary!”
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Melody Fox’s words obviously meant something, but Liu Gaoyi pretended not to understand. He maintained a smile on her face and said, “Thank you for your praise, Mrs. Swanson. I’ll work harder. Then, let’s get down to business?”
Melody Fox had an expression that said, “So you still remember that we have something important to do?” He said calmly, “Let’s begin. Introduce the general content of this project to me first.”
Liu Gaoyi pointed at Ai Chunrou and said, “Chunrou, you’re from the Liaison Department, and you used to follow the Eldest Young Master. Moreover, you’re good at language and organization. It’s most suitable for you to introduce this project. You can do it.”
Ever since Ai Chunrou returned to Ken Swanson, she liked to be mentioned about her previous job with Ken Swanson.
Now that she heard this, if she had a tail behind her, she would have already wagged it happily and proudly.
Compared to this useless bumpkin, she was the one who could share Young Master’s burden!
“Cough, cough!”
Ai Chunrou cleared her throat and stood up proudly. “Since Manager Liu thinks so highly of me, let me explain this project to Miss Fox.”
Melody Fox leaned against the chair and crossed his arms as he looked at Ai Chunrou.
“Alright, you tell me.”
Although she did not know where Ai Chunrou’s high and mighty attitude came from, it was quite interesting to see one or two such people occasionally. It was as if she was watching a clown perform.
Ai Chunrou raised her eyebrows and started talking about the project.
“Other than the most important property, our Insterimond branch is also involved in the processing of products. Although we are only processing products on behalf of others, we have collaborated with many well-known brands. For example, among our partners, the most famous is Banana Mobile Company. This has never happened in countless branches of the Swanson Group. Only the headquarters has collaborated with Banana Company…”
Coincidentally, there was a text message on Fox, Melody Fox’s phone.
It was from an unknown number.
She opened it and saw that it was Yu Leyou’s number.
“Miss Fox, this is Yu Leyou. I was afraid of disturbing you, so I sent you a message. I wanted to say that Mr. Ou is already awake and can communicate with people smoothly. He asked me to ask you if you can give him a chance to thank you in person.”
Melody Fox only glanced at it before turning off his phone.
Yu Leyou’s name gave her a headache just thinking about it.
One He Xiangxiang wasn’t enough, and another Yu Leyou came. The heavens were really joking with her!
However, after exiting the text message page, Melody Fox realized that Ai Chunrou had yet to get to the point. She was still introducing the company as the owner.
Liu Gaoyi clearly had no intention of stopping Ai Chunrou from continuing.
Melody Fox narrowed his eyes and coldly interrupted Ai Chunrou.
“I’m asking you to introduce this project, not the Insterimond branch. If you can’t introduce it, then don’t.”
Ai Chunrou clenched her fists and said, “I just thought that you might not know much about the Insterimond branch, so I said a few more words. Moreover, you’ll know more about the project after you know what we’re mainly in charge of.”
Of course, in fact, she just wanted to show off in front of Melody Fox and make him feel inferior.
Unexpectedly, not only did this woman not have any inferiority complex, but she even spoke to her in such a rude tone.
What a vulgar country bumpkin!
Melody Fox said expressionlessly, “There’s no need to talk about that. Let’s get straight to the point!”
“Phew…”
Ai Chunrou let out a sigh and said, “This time, a big company in Europe thinks highly of our Halcyon-generation processing standards, so they’ve extended an olive branch to Halcyon
companies, including the Swanson Group. The chairman thinks very highly of our Insterimond branch, so he handed the project to us, hoping that we can win this project over. However…”
“But what?”
Ai Chunrou lowered her eyes and said, “There are too many companies that have done a good job in processing Halcyon. In addition, the Swanson Group’s main business is not this. Therefore, in the eyes of the European company, our Insterimond branch is not their best choice.”
Melody Fox nodded.
Ai Chunrou was right about this.
If it were other things, such as real estate, entertainment, and clothing… In the entire Halcyon, no one had the ability and ability to compete with the Swanson Group.
However, it had to be in the field of processing.
This was the Swanson Group’s shortcoming in the first place. Moreover, the person who accepted this project was not the Swanson Group’s headquarters, but one of their branches.
No wonder Shi Kai called Fox. From his tone, this project seemed to be very tricky.
While Room 468287 was deep in thought, Ai Chunrou thought that Melody Fox was going to back off. She immediately smiled.
She should have backed off a long time ago!
Previously, Ken Swanson was still in Division Insterimond’s Division Fox. All the big and small matters were either handed over to Mr. Deeds or her.
No matter how difficult the mission was, she would grit her teeth and do it beautifully.
When she heard that Ken Swanson was returning to Silverlake’s headquarters, she thought that Fox would definitely bring her along.
Who would have thought that Ken Swanson would never return? The next time they met was a few months later.
This time, Ken Swanson came to the branch company. She originally wanted to take this opportunity to confess to Ken Swanson, but she did not expect that before she could find a chance to meet Ken Swanson alone, she heard from Liu Gaoyi that Ken Swanson had already hidden his marriage.
Now, she finally understood why Ken Swanson did not bring her to Silverlake. It was obvious that there was a tigress at home!
She was nothing to Ken Swanson, and this Melody Fox was already Ken Swanson’s wife. How could she talk to Melody Fox calmly?
She wanted to see her make a fool of herself, be despised by Ken Swanson, and then be abandoned.
However, when she really saw Melody Fox’s extremely ugly face, all the resentment in her heart disappeared.
This Melody Fox had no background, no looks, and no ability. Ken Swanson would never like her, but it was all because of Maria Fox.
It was not a good thing to be too filial to have a Fox-year-old man. Even marriage could not be decided by oneself.
However, since she had encountered Melody Fox, she naturally had to make things difficult for her. She had to return dejectedly and not be in a good position in front of Ken Swanson.
Just then, Fox, Melody Fox’s voice suddenly sounded.
“You still haven’t told me what this company does specifically. What’s its name?”
Ai Chunrou said a string of Gomish names, then said, “This company is the famous company that makes high-tech transmission crystals. Halcyon is shortened to Ou Jing.”
Melody Fox had an impression of Ou Jing. It was indeed a large
company that made high-tech transmission crystals. Many aerospace products needed to cooperate with Ou Jing, so its international status was very high.
Moreover, the boss of this company was a legendary figure…
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In addition to establishing Ou Jing, he was also doing very well in foreign trade with various countries. He also owned a large venture capital company.
He also had shares in the famous Banana Mobile, and he seemed to have quite a lot of shares. It could be seen that he had a unique vision.
However, the more powerful a person was, the harder it was to fool them. They would definitely choose the best partner.
For this project, the Insterimond branch was clearly not the best choice.
However, Melody Fox recalled that in his previous life, after Ulric Swanson inherited the Swanson Group, this mysterious boss had even interacted with Ulric Swanson a few times.
However, because every time this person came to Halcyon, she would accidentally not be by Ulric Swanson’s side, so she did not see this big shot with her own eyes.
It was a pity. If he could see him with his own eyes, he might be able to understand him more. Then, he would be able to suit him this time.
However, she would cross the bridge when the time came. There was always one of her skills that could suit this big shot.
Ai Chunrou observed Melody Fox’s expression and saw that she did not show any nervousness or surprise after hearing the famous name “Ou Jing”. She could not help but sneer in her heart.
This reaction was a little too calm.
One had to know that when they first found out that Division Insterimond was going to discuss a collaboration with Ou Jing, none of them could remain calm.
This woman was so calm. It was obvious that she did not know how powerful Ou Jing was.
Even the chairman of Ramon Swanson had to be polite to Ou Jing’s boss.
Ai Chunrou did not hide the disdain in her eyes and said, “There are only two days left before Ou Jing makes the final decision. In other words, they’ll likely decide on a partner tomorrow. Therefore, we have to meet Ou Jing’s boss today and use all the methods we can to move him.”
At this point, Ai Chunrou said with a faint smile, “If Eldest Young Master was here, Boss Ou Jing would definitely give him a face and talk to him. But if it were you… As the manager of the liaison department, I’m not sure if he would be willing to see you.
“If you don’t want to see him… Miss Fox, you’d better go back as soon as possible and let the Eldest Young Master think of a way to persevere and come to the company. After today, we won’t have a chance to work with Ou Jing anymore. The headquarters will definitely blame us.”
‘So, Miss Fox, have you thought it through? Do you want to go back and look for Young Master now, or do you want to try contacting Ou Jing’s boss?’
But let me be blunt. I tried to contact them under the name of the Swanson Group, but I couldn’t even meet them.
“I’m afraid… you’ll only be rejected.”
Ai Chunrou’s tone was filled with contempt. She was just short of saying, “You, Melody Fox, can’t do this job. Hurry up and go back to your countryside to farm.”
The other employees were not stupid. When they heard this, their reactions were different.
Ken Swanson either pretended not to understand or lowered his head and pretended to be busy with some work.
As for Liu Gaoyi’s faction, which was Ulric Swanson’s faction, they also revealed mocking expressions.
However, there were also a few timid ones who did not dare to show it too obviously because of Melody Fox’s identity. They used their hands to hide the mocking smile on their lips.
Liu Gaoyi chuckled and said, “Mrs. Swanson, Chunrou’s words might be a little direct, but don’t misunderstand. She’s not deliberately scaring you. It’s just that this project is indeed not easy to sign.”
Melody Fox said expressionlessly, “If it’s easy to draw, then why am I here? Can’t I just let you guys do it?”
Liu Gaoyi was stunned for a moment before revealing a meaningful smile.
“Mrs. Swanson, you’re really fearless. Your future is limitless! I’m proud of your confidence. With you in the company, this project will definitely be completed! Coincidentally, the headquarters sent a message a few minutes ago. They said that if it really can’t be resolved, they’ll let the headquarters handle it. It seems like there’s no need to trouble the headquarters now.”
After Liu Gaoyi finished speaking, he turned his face and said to the people from the legal and planning departments, “Hurry up and show Mrs. Swanson the draft project cooperation plan and contract. With her around, this project will definitely succeed. If it fails… I don’t think Mrs. Swanson will push the blame on us. Mrs. Swanson, don’t you think so?”
Melody Fox knew that Liu Gaoyi was flattering her.
However, to those who were incapable, this was indeed called flattery. To those who were capable, this was just a congratulatory speech before success.
“Yes, since I’m here, I’ll definitely take on this project.”
When the people from the legal department and the planning department saw that Melody Fox really dared to take over, surprised they heaved a sigh of relief.
They were afraid that if this project failed, their year-end bonus would be lost and they might even be fired.
Now that Melody Fox had taken over this hot potato, how could he not be happy? He was simply overjoyed.
One had to know that Ou Jing was really too famous. The boss would definitely be able to handle it. Moreover, their competitive ability was not as strong as other companies… To put it bluntly, even if the young master came, he might not be able to succeed.
That was exactly what Liu Gaoyi had said.
Newborn calves are not afraid of tigers.
The people on both sides did not waste any time. They immediately handed over the “project cooperation proposal and contract” that Liu Gaoyi had mentioned and respectfully placed it in front of Melody Fox.
Of course, he was respectful on the surface, but in his heart, he thought, “You’ve taken care of this hot potato!”
When Assistant Hou saw this, his face suddenly sank, and his heart was in his mouth.
He thought that Melody Fox had found Liu Gaoyi, so he dared to say such confident words. He quickly said, “Manager Liu, you can’t say that. This is Mrs. Swanson’s first time coming to our Insterimond branch. This project is also the first day we came into contact with it today. No one knows whether it will succeed or not. It’s reasonable to fail. After all, subprocessing is not our the Swanson Group’s forte.”
Assistant Hou gave Melody Fox a look as he spoke, signaling her to take back what she had just said.
However, Melody Fox only lowered her head and looked at the two documents in her hand seriously, as if she did not hear what he said at all.
‘What are we going to do?”
Assistant Hou was extremely anxious.
It’s good to be confident, but we really can’t do it this time…
When Liu Gaoyi saw that Assistant Hou was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, the smile on his face widened.
Assistant Hou was very loyal, but no matter how anxious he was, it was better for him than the emperor.
This ugly woman would die because of her arrogance sooner or later.
He finished reading the two documents.
She snapped the folder shut and said, “Both files are pretty good. A little better than I thought they would be. Barely functional. The guy from the liaison department… what was your name again?”
Ai Chunrou frowned unhappily and said, “My name is Ai Chunrou. Miss Fox, your memory is really bad.”
Melody Fox raised her eyebrows and said, “I’m sorry, my brain only remembers things that are worth remembering.”
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What was she saying?! Was she saying that she didn’t deserve to be remembered by her?
This damned woman!
Ai Chunrou’s face turned green with anger.
She clenched her fists tightly and asked with an ugly expression, “Miss Fox, why did you call me? I’ve already said everything that needs to be said.”
Was this woman trying to make fun of her because she was incapable?
Melody Fox was about to speak when hurried footsteps sounded.
She glanced sideways and realized that it was Shi Kai.
Melody frowned and asked, “Why are you here? Didn’t you say that you wanted to lie down quietly for at least half an hour? It’s only been less than ten minutes. Why are you here? Are you not taking my words seriously?”
Although he would be fine after her acupuncture, because Shi Kai had high blood pressure, he needed to lie down and recuperate to avoid any sequelae.
Shi Kai did not panic at all in the face of Melody Fox’s questioning.
He knew that Mrs. Swanson was doing this for his own good.
It was precisely because of this that he wanted to come over.
“Mrs. Swanson, I really can’t lie down. Just let me stay here. I promise I won’t walk around. I’ll sit here obediently. Sitting is also rest.”
Melody Fox sighed helplessly.
“Forget it. If you really can’t lie down, then sit down and rest. Remember not to move too much. You can’t even leave quickly.”
“Yes!” Shi Kai nodded repeatedly and said, “Don’t worry, I won’t walk around casually anymore. I’ll sit here, next to you.”
As Shi Kai spoke, he pulled out the chair on Melody Fox’s right and sat down obediently.
Only then did Melody Fox’s furrowed brows relax a little.
Although Shi Kai was not very capable and was not even one-tenth as smart as Aaron Berg, he was honest and would never cross the line.
Putting him in the position of the branch company’s general manager was just right for Ken Swanson.
Some seats were not suitable for smart people. They were more suitable for loyal and sincere people.
After Shi Kai sat down, Liu Gaoyi suddenly sneered and said, “President Shi is really obedient to Mrs. Swanson. I really feel inferior when I see it.”
Shikai’s expression immediately turned ugly.
Wasn’t this trying to say that he was trying to curry favor with Mrs. Swanson?
Just as Shi Kai was about to retort, Melody Fox said unhurriedly, “As a patient, if you don’t take the doctor’s advice to heart and don’t listen to the doctor, you might as well go home and wait for death. What Manager Liu means is that you don’t plan to listen to the doctor when you’re sick in the future?”
Liu Gaoyi’s face darkened.
Not only did Melody Fox easily resolve his sarcasm, but it also forced him into an awkward situation.
“I…-I didn’t mean that…”
Shi Kai was overjoyed.
Liu Gaoyi was at a loss for words. This was a rare sight!
He followed Melody Fox’s words and said, “I think that’s what Manager Liu meant. Manager Liu, it’s true that people should have a backbone, but it’s better to be obedient in front of the doctor. The doctor can’t ask you to take oxygen, but you have to remove the oxygen, right? Aren’t you tired of living?”
Liu Gaoyi’s face turned green and white from anger.
What a good Shi Kai!
When Melody Fox could not get this project, it would be the time when Shikai got out of the Insterimond branch.
He wanted to see what Shi Kai could laugh about!
Liu Gaoyi tried his best to suppress his anger. He smiled dryly and said, “Write Mrs. Swanson and CEO Shi’s reminder, but shouldn’t we get down to business?”
“Hehe, of course.” Melody Fox also learned Liu Gaoyi’s smile.
Liu Gaoyi could only bring up the topic of serious business when he was rebuked.
She looked at Ai Chunrou again and said, “Give me the contact information of the people on the partner’s side.”
Shi Kai was stunned and asked, “Has this segment arrived so quickly? Mrs. Swanson, do you already know about this project?”
“It’s about time.”
Shi Kai quickly gave Melody Fox a heads-up. “The other party is very difficult to meet. I’m afraid it’s not enough to just get their contact information. Shouldn’t we prepare a gift in advance and find them personally?”
Liu Gaoyi said, “President Shi, you weren’t around just now. Mrs. Swanson said that she would definitely sign this project and promised that she would be responsible if she couldn’t sign it. So… don’t worry. I think Mrs. Swanson has her own way.”
“Wh-what?”
Shi Kai subconsciously looked at Assistant Hou. Seeing Assistant Hou nodded, and he confirmed that what Liu Gaoyi said was true.
It seemed that Mrs. Swanson had no idea how difficult this project was.
He quickly said, “Mrs. Swanson, you’ve just come into contact with this project. Let’s think about it at length first?”
“No need. Just give me your contact number. Didn’t you say that the other party might announce the approximate partner tomorrow?”
“Chunrou, hurry up and give Mrs. Swanson your contact information.”
Liu Gaoyi couldn’t wait for Melody Fox to get lost, so he quickly urged Ai Chunrou.
Ai Chunrou then placed the form with the contact information of the person in charge in front of Melody Fox.
She said with a hint of schadenfreude, “We can’t contact Ou Jing’s CEO. Only the chairman has his contact information. What we have is the contact information of the other party’s CEO’s assistant. However, it’s not easy to ask this assistant out.”
Melody Fox didn’t even spare Ai Chunrou a glance. He picked up the contact sheet and took a look.
However, when she saw the name on the phone book, a trace of surprise flashed past her eyes.
He saw the words “Zuo Ye” written on the back of the phone number.
Zuo Ye… Wasn’t he Mr. Ou’s assistant whom she had just saved?
In a flash, Melody Fox quickly connected the names together.
Zuo Ye, Mr. Ou, Ou Jing…
Could it be that the Mr. Ou that she had saved did not have a heart disease at all, but had undergone several heart surgeries and forcefully tortured his body was Ou Jing’s CEO, the famous international business magnate?
If that was the case, wouldn’t it be a coincidence?
Ai Chunrou was a little unhappy that Melody Fox ignored her. She said in a displeased tone, “Miss Fox, I hope you can keep your word. If you can’t sign this project, please go to the headquarters and apologize yourself. We’ve all reminded you to quickly call the young master over. You were the one who went against everyone’s wishes and insisted on coming personally.
“Also, let me remind you again. We only have a day left today. It’s eleven in the morning now. The other party’s phone is only switched on until five in the afternoon. The other party switched off their phone. Therefore, you only have a little time left to contact them.”
Melody Fox recovered from her shock. She looked up at Ai Chunrou, Liu Gaoyi, and the others and said, “There’s no need to wait for so long. Five minutes will do.”
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As soon as Melody Fox said this, the group of people were stunned on the spot. Then, a loud discussion broke out.
“Five, five minutes? Is Mrs. Swanson joking? Or is there something wrong with my ears?”
“There’s nothing wrong with your ears. I heard her say that it would only take five minutes. Even the eldest young master wouldn’t dare to say that, right?”
“Not to mention Young Master, even the chairman himself wouldn’t dare to say that he can win this project in five minutes.”
Assistant Hou’s face turned pale.
Even though he was from Mrs. Swanson when he heard Mrs. Swanson’s words, he felt like he was joking.
“President Shi, Mrs. Swanson is…”
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It took Shi Kai a few seconds to digest Melody Fox’s words.
He wanted to say something but hesitated. Before he could think of a way to explain to Melody Fox that it was impossible to sign this project in five minutes, he saw Melody Fox take out his phone and dial a number.
Liu Gaoyi looked up and asked with a suppressed smile, “Mrs. Swanson, who are you calling? Don’t tell me you’re calling Assistant Zuo?”
“That’s right. Is there a problem?”
When Liu Gaoyi heard this, he almost laughed out loud.
Melody Fox’s words were too logical. It was so logical that it seemed like Zuo Ye was such an ordinary and easy person to contact.
The number of times Zuo Ye received calls from their branch office could not be counted on both hands and feet. However, the number of times Zuo Ye received their calls could be counted on one hand. Moreover, each call would not exceed a minute. Obviously, he was also not easy to communicate with.
Did she think that just because she introduced herself and said that she was the Mrs Swanson of the Swanson Group, the other party would take her seriously?
He probably blacklisted her as a lunatic.
Liu Gaoyi struggled to hold back his laughter. He waved his hand and tried his best to squeeze out a few words. “No problem, no problem. Go ahead.”
Melody Fox dialed the number in the contact book.
The call was hung up after two rings. There was not even a chance to get through.
Although the meeting room was big, everyone was staring at her. Naturally, they could tell that Zuo Ye had hung up on her.
“Mrs. Swanson. Like I said, Assistant Zuo is not that easy to get in touch with.” Ai Chunrou was not as good at holding back her laughter as Liu Gaoyi. There was obvious schadenfreude and mockery on her face.
Even Shi Kai felt a little awkward.
However, the other party was Ken Swanson’s wife and his savior, so no matter how awkward he was, he could only think of a way to give Melody Fox an out.
“Mrs. Swanson, don’t be discouraged. I’ve also taken the initiative to contact Assistant Zuo several times. I’ve called him several times, but he only took it once and died very quickly. This is very normal. Let’s think of another way. Shall we directly go to Ou Jing’s branch in Halcyon to meet them?”
“One moment.”
Melody Fox was not affected by anyone. She thought of the last conversation she had with Zuo Ye. Zuo Ye had once left his contact information with her.
She took out her contact list and quickly found Zuo Ye’s number.
Melody Fox compared the number that Zuo Ye had given her and the number on the contact sheet that Ai Chunrou had given her and realized that the two numbers were different.
Obviously, the number that Zuo Ye left for her was his private number, and Ai Chunrou’s number was the office number.
She stood up and said to everyone, “Continue to perfect the project cooperation plan and contract first. I’ll call Assistant Zuo again.”
With that, Melody Fox walked out of the conference room with his phone.
After Melody Fox left, Liu Gaoyi could no longer suppress his laughter.
“Hahahaha…”
He laughed so hard he could barely breathe. He couldn’t even straighten his back.
Shi Kai’s expression was extremely ugly.
“Manager Liu, what do you mean? What’s so funny!”
Liu Gaoyi held onto the table and tried his best to straighten his back. “President Shi, tell me the truth. Do you think it’s quite funny too? Five minutes… She actually said that she could get this project in five minutes.”
Shi Kai took a deep breath and corrected Liu Gaoyi. “That’s not what Mrs. Swanson said. She only said that she doesn’t need six days. As for what five minutes specifically means, she didn’t say.”
“Come on! Old Shi, isn’t it especially tiring to work with such a person? I really understand you especially.”
He patted Shi Kai’s shoulder and said, “Calm down. Don’t be so angry that you’ll fall ill again. After all, she’s a young lady. She doesn’t think before she speaks. Occasionally, she does. There seems to be a professional term for this. It’s called… chuunibyou? Isn’t that right?”
Shi Kai slapped Liu Gaoyi’s hand away.
“Manager Liu, watch your words and actions! Mrs. Swanson is not someone you can mock at will!”
Liu Gaoyi wiped his tears of laughter and said, “Old Shi, don’t misunderstand me. I’m not that kind of person. I’m just born to laugh, not to mock Mrs. Swanson. You can’t spout nonsense!”
“President Shi, calm down. Don’t be angry. Your health is more important!” Assistant Hou quickly advised from the side, afraid that Shi Kai would vomit blood and faint again because of his anger.
Shi Kai was indeed furious, but this time, he was also secretly dissatisfied with Melody Fox.
Five minutes…
It was indeed hard not to laugh at such words!
They were the ones who made Liu Gaoyi and the others a laughingstock. Who could they blame?
Shi Kai clenched his fists tightly. He did not know what to do.
However, he could not help but think: If only Young Master was here. He would definitely not leave any jokes and gossip for the enemy.
Liu Gaoyi and Ai Chunrou looked at Shi Kai’s dejected expression and looked at each other. They could see the smugness in each other’s eyes.
Speaking of which, although Ai Chunrou liked Ken Swanson, she was on Liu Gaoyi’s side because she wanted to get Ulric Swanson’s favor and take the opportunity to jump ship to the headquarters so that she could get close to Ken Swanson again.
Her alliance with Liu Gaoyi was both strong and fragile. It seemed to be firmly tied together, but it could also fall apart anytime.
However, the appearance of Melody Fox had clearly strengthened their alliance.
Meanwhile, outside the conference room…
Melody Fox walked to the end of the corridor and dialed Zuo Ye’s number.
In less than two seconds, Zuo Ye picked up the call.
“Miss Fox? You’re looking for me?” Zuo Ye’s tone was filled with joy. “I was just about to call you. I didn’t expect you to call. We’re really fated!”
Melody Fox asked in confusion, “You want to call me? Why are you calling me?”
“It’s like this. Our master has woken up. I’ve told him everything you told me. That damned bad doctor has already been controlled by our people, but the other party is still unwilling to say anything at the moment. However, it won’t be long…”
As Zuo Ye spoke, he realized that he had digressed a little. He quickly turned around and said, “Our Sir wants to meet you personally to thank you for saving his life in person! By the way… he has something to confirm with you.”
Chapter 981
Melody Fox asked in confusion, “Confirm what?”
“This… With my status, it’s not convenient for me to explain. I wonder if you have a free time? When you reach the hospital, Mr. Hou will personally explain it to you.”
In the past, Melody Fox did not want to be in contact with the patients he had treated before.
After receiving the consultation fee, their fate was over. If she contacted him again, it would more or less be kidnapping him for saving her life.
However, the current situation concerned Ramon Swanson’s trust in the couple, so she could only contact them later.
Melody Fox sighed and said in embarrassment, “I have free time now. However… I have something that I might need your help with.”
“That’s great!”
“Huh?”
Zuo Ye smiled and said, “Sir and I were still worried just now. How can an outstanding girl like you repay your life-saving grace and the truth you told us? You being able to ask us for help can be
considered to have pointed out a clear path for us.
“… Assistant Zou, have you forgotten that you’ve already given me a consultation fee? Or a Double?
“That’s nothing. It’s just millions of dollars. How can it compare to Sir’s life? Miss Fox, you might not know Mr. Ou’s situation very well. Not to mention Sir’s life, even Sir’s finger is more than millions of dollars.”
Zuo Ye paused for a moment and asked, “But I’m very curious. Is there anything you need our help with?”
“It’s a project. It’s an Ou Jing project and the Swanson Group in the Insterimond branch project. I wonder if you remember this project?”
“Ah, you’re talking about this! I didn’t think I was busy! You didn’t call me just now, did you?”
“Exactly.”
“Oh my god… I’m really sorry, Miss Fox. I didn’t save your number on my phone, so I didn’t know it was you calling. Otherwise, I would never have hung up on you. Please forgive me!” Zuo Ye apologized very sincerely.
“It’s fine. I understand. Then can we have a good talk about this project? Although the Swanson Group’s subprocessing level is not at the top of Halcyon, the conditions we offer are very generous. Perhaps after seeing the contract, you can consider us.”
“There’s nothing to consider. We’ll choose your branch Insterimond! I really didn’t expect you to be from the Swanson Group. If we had known earlier, we would have signed with you long ago.”
“…Huh?” This time, even Melody Fox was surprised.
She confirmed, “Are you sure you don’t want to take a look at our project cooperation plan and contract before deciding? You don’t need to inform Mr. Ou either?”
“Miss Fox, you’re underestimating me. This kind of small project doesn’t need Sir’s approval. I can decide. Why don’t you bring your people from the legal department and project department to the hospital now? I’ll sign it for you in person!”
A big project that everyone in Division Insterimond was nervous about was actually a small project in the eyes of an assistant. It was enough to show how powerful Mr. Ou was.
As expected, she did not know much about Mr. Ou.
No wonder the people from the Cardiology Department were so nervous that they did not even dare to perform surgery on Mr. Ou.
However, even though she already knew what kind of person Mr. Ou was, she still chose to operate on him.
No matter how powerful his identity was, in her opinion, he was just a patient who needed surgery.
“If it’s all right for you, it couldn’t be better,” she said.
“Alright! I’ll wait for you in Sir’s ward. Sir is currently staying in the VIP ward 002 on the inpatient level of the Cardiology Department.”
“Alright, I’ll bring someone over now.”
“No problem! Then I’ll wait for your arrival.”
“Yeah, I’ll see you later.”
Melody Fox hung up the phone. She still could not believe that the matter had been resolved so easily.
When she said five minutes, she meant that she could get the opportunity to discuss the contract with Assistant Zuo and the others within five minutes. However, she did not expect this project to be decided directly.
Melody Fox didn’t know whether to be happy or uneasy.
Naturally, she was happy because the project could be successfully signed. As for her uneasiness, it was because Assistant Zuo had said that he wanted to confirm something.
Ever since she was reborn, she knew very well what would happen in this world. She even knew where house prices would increase.
But Assistant Zuo’s words made her fear the unknown.
However, after interacting with him twice, Assistant Zuo was not a difficult person to get along with. It should not be anything bad.
Thinking of this, Melody Fox told himself to temporarily forget these distracting thoughts and walked towards the conference room.
Just as she reached the door of the conference room, she heard noisy discussions coming from inside.
Shi Kai was the loudest.
“Liu Gaoyi, I’ve tolerated you for a long time just now. Don’t be so sarcastic! Mrs. Swanson said that it would take five minutes. How long are you going to be sarcastic?
What she said might not necessarily be five minutes to get the contract, but it might also be five minutes to contact Assistant Zuo. Why are you speculating here?
“We’re all from the same company. Can’t you think of the big picture? Even now, you’re still thinking about the differences between factions. I think someone like you doesn’t have the right to stay here!”
“Hehe.” Liu Gaoyi revealed a standard fake smile.
“President Shi, you’re wrong. Although you’re the head of the Insterimond branch, it’s not up to you to decide if I can stay in the branch. Don’t forget, I was personally transferred over by the Second Young Master. If you want to fire me, you have to get the Second Young Master to agree.”
Ai Chunrou also smiled and said, “That’s right, President Shi. Are you deliberately using this chaotic situation to eliminate dissidents?”
“You-that’s not what I meant! You know very well!”
Ai Chunrou sneered and said, “President Shi, don’t be too anxious. Mrs. Swanson has been so confident since the beginning. Who knows, she might really get the contract in five minutes? But then again, if she really gets the contract, I don’t need you to fire her. I’ll resign myself, okay?”
Liu Gaoyi also said, “What Chunrou said is also what I want to say. Don’t be in a hurry to chase us away. If she really gets this contract, I’ll automatically bring my people back to Silverlake. How about that?”
“Liu Gaoyi, Ai Chunrou, you guys are simply…”
Melody Fox pushed open the door and entered. She interrupted Shi Kai and said, “Alright, then let’s make a deal?”
Liu Gaoyi did not expect Melody Fox to hear their words. He felt a little guilty.
“Hehe, Mrs. Swanson, you’re back? What do you mean by a deal…?”
“Stop pretending,” Melody Fox said indifferently. “I heard everything you said just now. Didn’t you say that as long as I win this project, you will resign?”
Just as Liu Gaoyi was about to skip the topic, he heard Ai Chunrou say, “That’s right! We said it! But this kind of thing won’t happen, because you probably won’t be able to get this contract!”
Chapter 982
Ai Chunrou’s straightforwardness silenced everyone in the meeting room.
Shi Kai was stunned for a moment before he flew into a rage.
“Ai Chunrou! You’re just a small liaison manager. How can you talk to Mrs. Swanson like that?! Apologize now! Otherwise, you can quit your job and get lost!”
He might not have the right to expel Liu Gaoyi, but expelling Ai Chunrou was just a matter of words.
He had disliked Ai Chunrou for a long time! She was a vixen who always claimed to be the young master’s ex-girlfriend.
Others might not know, but he knew very well that Ai Chunrou was not the young master’s ex-girlfriend. She was just a small former assistant. To the young master, she was just a dispensable former assistant.
The young master had always been good to his own people. Ai Chunrou relied on this to be good to her own people, so she became arrogant and started fantasizing.
Dream on!
Ai Chunrou clenched her fists and said, “President Shi, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with what I said. It’s indeed impossible for her to sign the contract, but for her damn pride, she still hasn’t contacted Young Master. Isn’t this harming the company and everyone involved in this project?”
“You-“
Shi Kai was about to reprimand him when he saw many people show expressions of agreement.
There were actually a few people from their own faction.
“Did you see that?” Ai Chunrou pointed at everyone and said,
“Everyone thinks that way. Are you going to fire everyone who thinks that way?”
Shi Kai could only bite the bullet and say, “Ai Chunrou! That’s enough! You’re the only one who thinks so!”
“Is that so?”
Ai Chunrou sneered and suddenly put away the smile on her face. She said coldly, “I believe you think so too, President Shi, right?”
“Don’t talk nonsense! That’s not what I think!”
Although Shi Kai said that, his heart wavered.
He couldn’t help but think again: If Eldest Young Master was here, would he not have to worry so much?
Ai Chunrou saw through Shi Kai’s thoughts at a glance. She pursed her lips smugly and said, “President Shi, why don’t you face your true thoughts? The branch company was raised by you and the Eldest Young Master. Your contributions are second only to the Eldest Young Master. Are you going to ruin your bright future and let all your previous efforts go to waste because of a project?”
“You, stop talking…”
Although Shi Kai was still reprimanding him, he was not as harsh as before.
His loyalty to Ken Swanson remained unchanged, but his trust in Melody Fox was slowly decreasing.
Ai Chunrou ignored Shi Kai’s reprimand. She raised her chin and looked at Melody Fox. “Miss Fox, this is the Insterimond branch of the Swanson Group. It’s not the countryside where you live, nor is it a place for you to play house. A casual move of yours can cause hundreds of millions or even billions of losses. Your so-called self-esteem is not worth mentioning compared to these losses! So I advise you to put away your ridiculous self-esteem and quickly let the young master come over!”
Melody Fox was not in a hurry to refute Ai Chunrou. She waited until Ai Chunrou finished speaking before saying, “You just said that if I can sign this contract, you and Manager Liu will resign?”
Although Ai Chunrou did not know why Melody Fox mentioned this, she still raised her chin and said, “That’s right, I did. However, I also said that such a thing would never happen because you would never be able to successfully sign this project.”
“I can.”
Ai Chunrou almost choked with laughter when she heard the words “Jian Janet Murphy”…
“Miss Fox, can you please stop putting on airs? If you can’t do it, then you can’t. Why do you have to block the future of all of us to show off your strength? Don’t you think you’re ridiculous and selfish?”
Shi Kai reprimanded her with an ugly expression, “Ai Chunrou! Watch your attitude!”
Melody Fox was not angry at all. Instead, she smiled and said, “It’s fine, CEO Shi. You don’t have to be so angry.”
As she spoke, her gaze swept back and forth between Ai Chunrou and Liu Gaoyi. She said, “Words are useless. Why don’t you write a contract? If I really win this project, you will immediately resign and leave the company.”
Ai Chunrou said without thinking, “I can write, but I don’t think that’s necessary, right?”
Liu Gaoyi was an old fox. He chuckled and said, “Mrs. Swanson, she’s just joking. Don’t take it seriously. It’ll be boring if she really writes.”
Melody Fox said calmly, “I haven’t finished speaking, Manager Liu.”
Liu Gaoyi spread his hands. “Go ahead.”
“I’ve only said half of what I wanted to say. If I win this project, I’ll ask you to leave the company forever. If I can’t win this project, then… I’ll also leave the company and promise that I won’t be involved in any business of the Swanson Group in my life.”
Liu Gaoyi’s eyelids twitched. He did not expect Melody Fox to place such a huge bet.
He could not help but mutter in his heart.
Could it be that this ugly woman really could win this project?
However, in the blink of an eye, Liu Gaoyi remembered that Melody Fox’s call to Zuo Ye had been directly hung up in front of everyone.
She could not even contact Zuo Ye, let alone sign this collaboration project.
Where did this woman get her confidence from?
Ai Chunrou’s brain was Janet Murphy. She didn’t think as much as Liu Gaoyi.
When she heard Melody Fox say that she would no longer be involved with the Swanson Group’s business, she immediately said, “No problem! I’ll write a note now, but you have to write a note too. That’s only fair. How about it?”
“No problem.”
Melody Fox took a blank piece of A4 paper from the table and quickly wrote down the receipt.
Ai Chunrou couldn’t help but be puzzled by her swiftness.
Where did this woman get her confidence from?
But soon, Ai Chunrou and Liu Gaoyi thought of the same thing.
The woman’s confidence came from her ignorance.
She might have thought that Zuo Ye rejected her call because he did not know her identity as the Swanson GroupMrs. Swanson, so he wanted to look for her personally later, right?
However, it was a pity that Zuo Ye was not in Oujing Branch Halcyoninsterimond for eight of the ten days. Melody Fox could not meet Zuo Ye at all.
Taking ten thousand steps back, even if she was lucky and met Zuo Ye, Zuo Ye would not take her seriously.
It would have been fine if the Eldest Young Master had personally appeared. However, Zuo Ye really could not be bothered with such an empty-titled woman!
Hence, Ai Chunrou quickly signed the receipt and fingerprinted it.
When it was Liu Gaoyi’s turn, he still had some doubts.
It was unusual for him to suddenly bring up a written receipt out of the blue.
“Manager Liu? Why aren’t you writing yet?” Ai Chunrou urged. “We’re all done.”
Should he write it or not?
In his heart, he did not believe that Melody Fox could sign this project.
Chapter 983
However, Melody Fox’s contract had already been written, and the contract had already taken effect. Melody Fox could not sign this contract, so she still could not get involved with the Swanson Group’s business.
Since that was the case, there was no need for him to sacrifice himself like Ai Chunrou.
People didn’t live in this world just to breathe.
“I-I think I’ll stop writing.” Liu Gaoyi laughed dryly and said, “I’m still willing to work hard with you, Mrs. Swanson.”
Melody Fox raised her eyebrows. He knew that Liu Gaoyi, this old fox, would not be able to enter his fist so easily.
She was not in a hurry. This was not the only way to deal with Liu Gaoyi.
She took her time. “You don’t have to write, of course. It’s your freedom. And I’m glad you can trust my abilities.” When Liu Gaoyi heard this, his smile was extremely fake. “Of course, I believe in your ability…”
Melody Fox nodded slightly. Suddenly, his expression turned cold, and his gaze stabbed at Ai Chunrou like an ice blade.
Ai Chunrou’s heart trembled under Melody Fox’s cold gaze and she subconsciously shivered.
“W…-Why are you looking at me like that…”
The corners of Melody Fox’s lips curled up, but the smile did not reach her eyes.
“Ai Chunrou, since you’ve signed it and fingerprinted it, you should pack your things and leave now.”
Ai Chunrou frowned. “What do you mean? Why should I pack up and leave? I’ve written it clearly in black and white. I’ll only resign and leave if you take this project.”
“Huh.”
Melody Fox lowered her eyes and smiled. This time, there was finally a hint of a smile in his eyes, but it made people look even more upset.
She raised her eyes and looked straight at Ai Chunrou. “I’ve already won this project, so you can leave now. Do you understand? I don’t need to make myself clear, right?”
Everyone fell silent.
However, a moment later, Ai Chunrou suddenly clutched her stomach and laughed uncontrollably. “Hahahahaha…” With Ai Chunrou’s lead, many people were also amused. Melody Fox signed the contract just as she walked out of… of rooms in just a few minutes?
What kind of ridiculous joke was this?
“Hahaha… Miss Fox, I’m really grateful to you. This is, this is the first time I’ve heard such a funny joke in my life. Hahahaha… I can’t take it anymore. I can’t breathe.”
Ai Chunrou held her waist and laughed until she was out of breath as if she was about to faint.
The smile on Melody Fox’s face had completely faded.
“Miss Ai Chunrou, I’m not joking with you. Ou Jing has already confirmed that they will work with us on this project. They will announce the collaboration tomorrow.” Ai Chunrou, who had just calmed down, burst into tears again.
“Miss Fox, don’t tell me that you just went out for a few minutes and suddenly contacted Assistant Zuo. Then, Assistant Zuo heard you say a few words and agreed to give the project to you.”
Melody Fox nodded. “That’s right, that’s it.”
“Ha! Hahahaha…”
Ai Chunrou wiped her tears of laughter and tried her best to enunciate clearly. “Miss Fox, you really can make up any lie to chase me away! But can you make up a more realistic lie? If you ask everyone in the conference room, who will believe you? Who will believe you?”
Melody Fox looked up at Shi Kai.
Shi Kai subconsciously turned his face away, not daring to look at Melody Fox.
The meaning was obvious. Shi Kai did not believe what she said either.
Liu Gaoyi said, “Mrs. Swanson, are you really not afraid of becoming the laughing stock of others if you do this? If you want to chase Ai Chunrou away, you can just say it directly. What you’re doing… is really despicable.”
Ai Chunrou frowned.
What was that supposed to mean? Why did it sound so uncomfortable?
But Liu Gaoyi should be on her side, right?
Ai Chunrou opened her mouth, but in the end, she did not respond to Liu Gaoyi’s words. She only said to Melody Fox,
“I was wondering why you wanted me to write the receipt for no reason. It turns out that you wanted to take the opportunity to chase me out. Unfortunately, not only can you not let me leave legitimately, but you also confirmed that you really can’t sign this project.”
Melody Fox pursed her lips and said, “Alright, since no one believes me, I’ll call Assistant Zuo in front of you to confirm it again.”
“Sure, go ahead. I’ll see if Assistant Zuo will answer your call.”
Melody Fox did not say anything and directly dialed Zuo Ye’s number. At the same time, he turned on the speaker on his cell phone to ensure that everyone could hear the contents of the call.
After the beep, the call was picked up and Zuo Ye’s voice sounded.
“Miss Fox, you’re here? So soon?”
Hearing this voice, everyone was stunned.
Ai Chunrou’s face instantly turned extremely pale.
As the manager of the liaison department, she had been there several times to contact Zuo Ye, so she was very familiar with this person.
But… Didn’t Zuo Ye not answer Melody Fox’s call just now? Why was his tone so polite now?
Melody Fox said, “Not yet. There’s a small problem on my side. I need to confirm with you again. Ou Jing is sure that he can work with us on the processing project, right?”
“I’m sure, I’m sure.” Zuo Ye could not help but laugh. “Miss Fox, why would I lie to you? You don’t have to double-check.”
“Mr. Zuo, it’s not that I don’t believe you, but there are people in the company who don’t believe that you agree to work with us. So… I can only confirm it with you again in front of them.”
Zuo Ye had been in the business world for so many years and had been trained by Mr. Ou. When Melody Fox said that, he instantly understood.
“Miss Fox, if they don’t believe me, bring all these people who don’t believe me to see me. I’ll tell them myself.”
“There’s no need. They should believe you when they hear your voice. Thank you.”
“You don’t have to be so polite. I’ll see you later.”
“Yeah.”
Melody Fox ended the call and glanced at Ai Chunrou and the people in the meeting room.
“Now do you believe me?”
Shi Kai was the first to recover from his shock.
His originally small eyes were now wide open, filled with disbelief and surprise.
Shi Kai spat hard. He was so excited that he could not speak coherently.
“Mrs. Swanson, why didn’t you say so earlier? This is actually true… Oh my god, Mrs. Swanson, you’re too amazing. From now on, you’re my idol! I really didn’t expect this, haha! You’re really too amazing. I’m so compensating you! How exactly did you do it? I don’t even dare to think about it…”
Liu Gaoyi looked at Shi Kai with a bewildered expression. Did this woman really sign the contract?
How was this possible? Was he hallucinating? How did this woman do it? How was she worthy… Was Zuo Ye crazy?
In his shock, Liu Gaoyi began to panic.
Chapter 984
Liu Gaoyi’s face turned pale at a visible speed.
Melody Fox had successfully won this project. What was he going to do?
Second Young Master would definitely scold him to death! No, not just being scolded.
He had seen Second Young Master’s methods before. He was afraid that his outcome would be very tragic!
Liu Gaoyi’s legs went weak. If he had not been sitting on the chair, he would have collapsed to the ground like a ball of mud.
Just as Liu Gaoyi was scared out of his wits, Melody Fox said calmly, “Manager Shi, you don’t have to be too surprised. This matter is actually because I have a personal relationship with Assistant Zuo. That’s why it went so smoothly. It has nothing to do with my ability, so calm down.”
The way Shi Kai looked at her was no different from how fans looked at their idols.
However, since she did not use her true ability to obtain the project, she would not accept the other party’s admiration for nothing.
However, at this moment, Ai Chunrou suddenly sneered.
“Miss Fox, I really don’t know if I should call you smart or stupid.”
In the conference room, everyone looked at Ai Chunrou, not understanding what she meant.
“What do you mean?” Melody Fox was also confused. “Hmph!” Ai Chunrou snorted disdainfully.
“The person you’re looking for does sound like Assistant Zuo, but have you forgotten that as the manager of the liaison department, I have Assistant Zuo’s contact number?”
“The person who spoke just now looked at your phone screen just now. This number is not Assistant Zuo’s mobile number at all!”
“You simply called someone to pretend to be Assistant Zuo and use this opportunity to make me leave the company.”
“It’s a pity that your Jennie plan was wrong! I’ll inform Young Master and the chairman about this and let them stand up for me!”
As soon as he said this, the entire venue fell so silent that one could hear a pin drop.
The ashen-faced Liu Gaoyi seemed to have suddenly been injected with vitality and had a trace of life.
He grabbed Ai Chunrou’s arm and asked, “Are you serious? Is the phone number really not Assistant Zuo’s number?” “Of course, my eyesight is very good. I can’t be wrong. If you don’t believe me, you can ask Miss Fox to show it to you. However, I think she’s too guilty to show it to you, right?”
Liu Gaoyi suddenly looked at Melody Fox.
“Mrs. Swanson, this can’t be faked. Why don’t you show me the phone number you just called?”
Melody Fox frowned slightly and explained, “The number I called is indeed not Assistant Zuo’s number in her contact book. I called Assistant Zuo’s private number, so the number doesn’t match.”
“Ha! Hahahaha!”
Ai Chunrou slapped the table and laughed.
“Manager Liu, did you hear that? She also admitted that that was not Assistant Zuo’s number in our contact list at all. She simply found someone with a voice that was very similar to Assistant Zuo’s and deliberately came to support her! She even said Assistant Zuo’s private number… Even I don’t know Assistant Zuo’s private number. How could she know it on her first day at the company?”
Liu Gaoyi, who had been as confused as an ant on a hot pan just now, had completely calmed down.
Ridiculous! This country woman.
Did he think that everything could be faked?
This kind of lie, as long as he saw Assistant Zuo… Oh no, as long as Ou Jing announced the collaboration tomorrow, it would be self-defeating.
He was really hopelessly stupid!
Liu Gaoyi cursed Melody Fox like a dog in his heart. He put on a fake smile on his face.
“Mrs. Swanson, we’ve heard your lie just now. We’ll take it as a joke. After all, it’s not a crime to not know. Don’t say it again in the future. If word gets out, we’ll be laughed at.”
Liu Gaoyi had been scared out of his wits just now. Now that he realized that it was a false alarm, he was overjoyed.
He said sarcastically, “It’s just that, Mrs. Swanson, as someone older than you, I’d like to sincerely advise you. You can joke around, but you have to be moderate. Don’t tell lies like yours that even kindergarten children can see through in the future.”
Ai Chunrou said again, “I know that you married into the Swanson family because of Margaret’s love. I just don’t know if she will still like you as much as before if she knows what you did today.”
Faced with Ai Chunrou and Liu Gaoyi’s cold words, Melody Fox could not be bothered with them at all. She only asked Shi Kai, “Do you believe me?”
“|…—”
Shi Kai looked left and right, but he did not have an answer in his heart.
However, for some reason, when he met Melody Fox’s eyes that were so clear that they could clearly reflect his appearance, he suddenly felt an inexplicable trust in her.
The look in her eyes… how should he describe it?
That’s right! He looked very much like Eldest Young Master!
He was heavy, calm, and unwavering, making people subconsciously trust him.
There was no doubt that he trusted the Eldest Young Master. Now that Melody Fox’s gaze was so similar to the Eldest Young Master’s, he subconsciously nodded and said, “I believe in you!”
“Very good. It’s enough that you believe in me.”
Melody Fox looked up at the crowd and said, “Those who believe in me like CEO Shi, stay in the company to prepare for the subsequent signing process. As for those who don’t believe in me…”
Her gaze deliberately paused on Ai Chunrou and Liu Gaoyi before she said, “If you don’t believe me, follow me to see Assistant Zuo. Let Assistant Zuo tell you in person if what I said is true or false.”
Shi Kai raised his eyelids.
The last bit of uncertainty in his heart completely dissipated when he heard this.
She was going to see Zuo Ye! This way, she would definitely not be lying.
“Get ready and set off immediately. I remember that the company has an official bus. Let’s take the official bus together!”
After saying that, Melody Fox turned around and walked out.
Shi Kai quickly chased after him and said, “Miss Fox, shall I go with you?”
“You can stay. The company can’t be without a manager.” After saying that, she lowered her voice and added, “You can stay and help the HR department.”
Shi Kai asked in confusion, “Huh? What favor?”
He wasn’t in the conference room at first, so he didn’t know about the Human Resources Department.
“You’ll know when you get there.” It was not convenient for Melody Fox to explain too much. After saying that, he turned to look at the conference room.
Seeing that most of the people were still confused, he urged, “What are you waiting for? Why aren’t you leaving?. Those who don’t believe me can follow me.”
As soon as he said this, Ai Chunrou walked out first.
She looked like she was watching a good show and said, “I want to see what kind of martial artist you are to admit that you’re lying!”
The corners of Melody Fox’s lips curled up slightly. She returned the favor and said, “I want to see how you’ll will beg me for mercy.”
Ai Chunrou proudly raised her chin and said, “This day will never come!”
“I feel that this day has already arrived.”
With that, she turned to ask Liu Gaoyi, who was still in the meeting room.
“Manager Liu, aren’t you leaving?”
Chapter 985
Facing Melody Fox’s question, Liu Gaoyi’s heart was in a mess again.
He tried his best to find a hint of guilt in Melody Fox’s eyes, but other than calmness, there was only calmness. There was neither sadness nor joy. It was as if such a huge project was nothing in her eyes.
This calmness made Liu Gaoyi unable to calm down.
However, regardless of whether he was dead or alive, he had to see it with his own eyes!
“Let’s go.”
Liu Gaoyi stood up from his chair, and his subordinates immediately followed him out of the conference room. There were more than 20 people in the meeting room. Most of them followed Melody Fox onto the company bus. Melody Fox let Spencer drive instead of the original driver.
“Go to Insterimond First Hospital.”
“Yes!” Spencer replied and pressed the button to close the bus door.
Soon, the car drove towards InsterimondFirst Hospital.
Liu Gaoyi sat in the last row, coincidentally in the same row as Ai Chunrou.
When he saw Ai Chunrou’s confident expression, he couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t you afraid at all? You signed that agreement and signed it with your fingerprint. If she wins this contract, you can forget about working in the Swanson Group anymore…”
“I know,” Ai Chunrou said nonchalantly. “So what? Can she really win that project? If she can win it, then what are our hard work these days? What are we? Can’t a group of us compare to a country woman like her?”
“But… she seems too confident.”
“This can only mean that her acting skills are good enough. Didn’t you notice that she changed her driver? The driver is her bodyguard. Maybe something will happen in a while… The car broke down and went the wrong way. She can’t bring us to see Assistant Zuo. She can’t even call Assistant Zuo, let alone see him in person.” “But in my heart…”
“No buts, Manager Liu.” Ai Chunrou interrupted Liu Gaoyi. “Why didn’t I realize that you were such a timid person before? You didn’t sign the agreement. Why are you even more afraid than me?”
“You don’t understand…”
Ai Chunrou was a centrist, so she naturally did not care if the project would succeed in the end.
At the very least, he would have to leave the Swanson Group.
However, the Second Young Master had done everything he could to force him in. If Eldest Young Master’s men gained power this time, his future would end here.
Although Second Young Master could not take his life, he would definitely make him spit out what he had swallowed before.
Second Young Master was that kind of person. After you were useless to him, you would be kicked away and never be able to stand out anywhere again!
To him, who was used to living a good life, this was worse than death!
Ai Chunrou shrugged. “In my opinion, you’re the one who doesn’t understand. We both know how capable Melody Fox is. Why should we be afraid that a country bumpkin can negotiate a big deal worth hundreds of millions of dollars?”
After Ai Chunrou finished speaking, she ignored Liu Gaoyi. She looked up at Melody Fox, who was sitting in the first row.
From her angle, she could see Melody Fox slightly raising his chin.
In Ai Chunrou’s eyes, that calm expression was nothing more than a ridiculous ugly sparrow that had climbed to the top of a branch by luck.
Such a stupid and ignorant woman, yet she liked to show an arrogant look that no one looked up to. It was really disgusting!
She really did not understand why Melody Fox was so arrogant.
Did he really think that he could turn from a sparrow to a phoenix just by climbing up the branch? No way, no way? When Ai Chunrou thought about how Melody Fox had bragged that she could settle the contract in five minutes, she couldn’t help but feel like laughing.
There was actually such a stupid pig woman in the world. Her heart really ached for the Eldest Young Master.
During the time they were married, how uncomfortable must Young Master be facing such a piggy woman?
What a pitiful sight.
In the hotel.
Ken Swanson hung a bottle of IV drip. Almost all the fever had subsided.
As soon as he woke up, he began to worry about his wife.
Ken Swanson took a sip of water and called Aaron Berg over to ask, “Have you asked? What’s the situation at the branch now?”
Aaron Berg knew that his teacher would ask about the situation at Miss Fox as soon as he woke up, so he had been paying attention to the Insterimond branch even without Ken Swanson telling him.
“Sir, I just asked Shi Kai. He said that Miss Fox has already won this project.”
Ken Swanson looked up in surprise.
“Already?”
He had always known how powerful his wife was, but this speed… He could not help but be surprised.
Aaron Berg nodded and said, “However, the situation seems a little strange.”
“Strange? Tell me clearly.”
“Yes! Shi Kai seems to be a little uncertain if Mrs. Swanson really won the project. Moreover, she’s no longer in the company now. Instead, she went to work as the person in charge of the project at Ou Jing. Shi Kai said that she took away everyone who didn’t believe that she won the project and left behind people who believed her. This… I don’t understand what Mrs. Swanson is up to.”
Ken Swanson knew Melody Fox too well. He immediately guessed what was going on.
He smiled gently and said, “It’s you, Mrs. Swanson, who’s too powerful. Those people don’t believe that she’s that powerful. As for her, she can’t be bothered to explain. She might as well take away those who don’t believe her and let them see the truth with their own eyes.”
“Sir, you’re still the smartest. You know what’s going on the moment you hear it.”
Ken Swanson raised his eyebrows. There was a look in his eyes that said, “Of course, I know what my wife is thinking.” “By the way,” Ken Swanson said, “Bring me a thermometer. If she doesn’t have a fever, I’ll go look for her.”
“Absolutely not!” Aaron Berg quickly said, “Before Miss Fox left, she ordered me to never leave the hotel. Otherwise, when she comes back… she will skin me alive.”
Ken Swanson looked at Aaron Berg.
“Aren’t you afraid that I’ll skin you alive?”
Aaron Berg shrunk his neck and said, “I’m afraid… but Miss Fox…”
“Alright, I won’t leave the hotel, alright? All of you only treat her as your master now.”
Although Ken Swanson’s words were cold, there was no dissatisfaction in his eyes.
In his heart, he was already one with Melody Fox. If they listened to Melody Fox, it meant that they listened to him. Naturally, there was nothing to be unhappy about.
Aaron Berg observed Ken Swanson’s expression and heaved a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, he was smart enough to follow Miss Fox’s instructions. Otherwise, he would probably be in trouble.
Miss Fox was really impressive… To be able to make someone like Sir think so highly of her.
However, after interacting with her people, he had gone from looking down on Melody Fox to being suspicious of Melody Fox. Now, he was completely convinced by Melody Fox. He was so convinced that he did not dare to have any temper.
Similarly, at that moment, the bus entered the parking lot of the Insterimond First Hospital.
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