Chapter 285: Chapter 285

Suddenly, a ringtone from a cellphone echoed. Qi Longbing quickly picked up.

"President Qi, I have persuaded the neighbor next to Miss Hua’s family to move out immediately. You can move in tonight," Yu Bao said quickly.

"Very good, well done," Qi Longbing said, a faint smile curling at the corners of his mouth. He hung up the phone promptly.

He couldn’t help but think of her adorable appearance last night, and the smile on the corner of his lips deepened further.

Shortly after, the phone rang again. It was the company’s internal line. Qi Longbing picked up, and Ms. Lin’s voice came through, "President Qi, Wen Yajun from the Planning Department says he has something to discuss with you."

Qi Longbing’s eyes narrowed slightly. After a moment, he said, "Let him in."

A short while later, Wen Yajun entered the CEO’s office. Looking at Qi Longbing, he couldn’t suppress the nervousness in the pit of his stomach.

Although he worked under Qi Longbing and was involved with a significant project, his opportunities to interact with him were relatively scarce. Only during the weekly meetings could he meet with Qi Longbing and report the progress on his projects from that week. Consequently, their conversations were strictly limited to work, never touching on any private or personal matters. But this time, for Hua Xiaomo, he felt he had to do something for her.

Qi Longbing watched him, his eyebrows slightly raised, and asked indifferently, "Have you completed this week’s work tasks ahead of schedule?"

"No," Wen Yajun said nervously, hardly daring to meet Qi Longbing’s gaze. He kept his head down, as though he had come only to be reprimanded.

"If you haven’t finished, then go and get it done! Why are you still standing here?" Qi Longbing said coolly, his expression turning stern.

He didn’t understand why his Xiao Mo would be so close to this man. Frankly, this man’s abilities seemed merely average, with nothing particularly outstanding about him. The only thing that truly caught his attention was that his Xiao Mo was close to him.

"Yes," Wen Yajun said nervously. But then, quickly remembering what he had to do, he raised his head. "President Qi, there is something I need to talk to you about. It concerns Xiao Mo. Could you spare me some time?"

When Hua Xiaomo was mentioned, Qi Longbing’s eyes narrowed slightly, a profound and inscrutable light flitting across them.

"Speak. You have five minutes," Qi Longbing’s voice was succinct and powerful, his blue eyes languidly fixed on him.

Wen Yajun organized his thoughts, looked into Qi Longbing’s eyes, and said promptly, "I’m not sure if you’re aware that Xiao Mo is being pressured into marriage?"

At those words, Qi Longbing’s eyes darkened. He sneered, "How do you know she’s being forced into marriage? Wen Yajun, you’ve been seeking out Xiao Mo again, haven’t you?"

It was truly irritating. So many people were circling around his Xiao Mo! One of these days, he really would have to hide her away and prevent her from interacting with anyone else.

"President Qi, please don’t misunderstand! I went to see her, but I was just concerned about her," Wen Yajun began. He then realized something was off when he saw Qi Longbing’s face darken. Wen Yajun quickly explained, "President Qi, what I mean is, you and Miss Hua are the most perfectly matched couple!"

Qi Longbing remained silent, his eyes still slightly narrowed, radiating an unfathomable light. After a while, he said faintly, "Do you really think so?"

"Of course! You and Xiao Mo look like a perfect match. No one but you deserves Xiao Mo. And, of course, apart from Xiao Mo, no one is worthy of President Qi!"

Wen Yajun hurriedly spoke, his palms already sweaty and his nerves stretched taut. Speaking with the boss required one to be on high alert.

Qi Longbing fell silent again for a while, but the corners of his lips slowly drew into a slight, captivating curve.

He smiled. Was he smiling? Wen Yajun couldn’t quite understand his expression and felt perplexed. In his heart, did Qi Longbing still care so much about Xiao Mo? But if he cared about Xiao Mo, why would he allow his brother to be with her? He didn’t understand! He really didn’t understand!

After a moment, Qi Longbing slowly said, "Wen Yajun, just do your job. You don’t need to worry about my affairs with Xiao Mo."

Wen Yajun listened, growing anxious. "But Xiao Mo’s parents are currently pressuring her into marriage. They say the Second Young Master of the Qi Family is very interested in Xiao Mo... he wants to marry her... President Qi... you... you can’t just ignore this, can you?" Wen Yajun said, his voice faltering. As he spoke, he watched Qi Longbing’s expression, noting that it hadn’t changed much.

"I know about this matter. Still, thank you for informing me promptly, Wen Yajun. If you can complete the project tasks I assign you with at least eighty percent accuracy—not one hundred percent, but over eighty percent—I’ll make you the department manager."

Qi Longbing looked at him, his eyes unwavering, exuding a powerful aura of intimidation.

Completing only eighty percent of the tasks and getting a promotion was practically unheard of! Normally, his subordinates had to complete one hundred percent of their tasks and put in two hundred percent effort just to be considered for a promotion. But for the man before him, he could make an exception. The reason was self-evident.

Wen Yajun’s eyes lit up. He could become the department manager? Just by completing eighty percent of the tasks? My God, this was an incredible promotion opportunity!

"Rest assured, President Qi! I will work diligently and will not disappoint your expectations!" Wen Yajun quickly stated his position, expressing his loyalty.

A smile touched Qi Longbing’s lips; he seemed very satisfied with Wen Yajun’s current demeanor.

Having someone to keep an extra eye on his Xiao Mo and report her status at any time was indeed a good thing.

"Work hard. I don’t compromise when it comes to talent. You may leave now," Qi Longbing said, smiling faintly.

Wen Yajun bowed to him and exited the CEO’s office.

Qi Longbing twirled an exquisite pen in his hand, lost in thought.

Hua Xiaomo’s parents were actually forcing her into marriage? Truly despicable! If it weren’t for that bet, he would never have allowed anyone the opportunity to approach his Xiao Mo so openly! Follow current novels on 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝⁂𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚⁂𝔫𝔢𝔱

Qi Lingfeng, I don’t care if you’re my brother or not, I won’t let you have this chance! A cold glint shone in the depths of Qi Longbing’s eyes. A shadow fell over his handsome face, lending it an even chillier, darker hue.