“Okay, let’s go eat now.” I nodded hurriedly in agreement.
I didn’t expect Qu Na to be so efficient. I know she’s genuinely good to me. We had something to eat together for lunch, and then headed straight to the car dealership.
The saleswoman at the Mercedes-Benz 4S store greeted Qu Na and me warmly. Qu Na, ever decisive, immediately picked out a white, top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz GLC, found out the bottom price, and paid by card.
“Sir and Madam, you can pick up the car tomorrow. Is there anything else we can help you with?” the saleswoman asked hurriedly.
Upon hearing this, Qu Na quickly looked at me.
“Nothing, thank you.” I smiled.
Wow, this Mercedes-Benz is a mid-size SUV, and the on-the-road price is over 700,000 yuan. I really didn’t expect Qu Na to buy it so readily, without any hesitation.
“Xiao Lin, when you have time, sell that Volkswagen at the used car market. Wouldn’t it be better to have the license plate on this new car?” Leaving the Mercedes-Benz dealership, Qu Na, sitting in the passenger seat, spoke with a faint smile.
“Yes, Sister Qu, you’re so kind to me. If you need anything, I’ll definitely do my best to help you.” I quickly replied.
“Look at you, remember to take me out in this new car sometime.” Qu Na smiled, then seemed to remember something: “By the way, Xiao Lin, I’ll send you the property certificate and house keys tomorrow. I’ve almost finished my business in Shanghai these past few days, and I’m heading back to Hangzhou today.”
“Huh? Leaving today? When?” I frowned.
“I’ll leave after you go to work. Here’s your ID card back.” Qu Na said, handing me my ID card.
Holding the ID card, I was very touched. I knew Qu Na was actually very busy with her business; for her to take time out to see me showed how much she valued me. Of course, she also enjoyed being with me.
After saying goodbye to Qu Na, I returned to the company and started contacting people to sell my car.
“Manager Lin, you’re back! I just checked with the factory, and the order from Hainan should be ready to ship next week. I’ll follow up on the specific timeline later,” Zhao Xiaoman said hurriedly as she entered the office.
“Okay, I understand,” I nodded and turned on my computer.
“There’s one more thing,” Zhao Xiaoman continued.
Looking up at Zhao Xiaoman, I was a little puzzled. Why did this woman have so many things to say?
“Go ahead,” I said quickly.
“I signed up for a new yoga class, so I’d like to leave work at four o’clock every afternoon. Could you take attendance for me?” Zhao Xiaoman smiled.
“Secretary Zhao, our company’s normal closing time is six o’clock. Leaving two hours early is against company policy,” I frowned.
Damn it, what’s going on? Your yoga practice is none of my business, but I’m not obligated to take attendance for you.
“Then I’ll talk to Mr. Wang,” Zhao Xiaoman shrugged.
“This—” I was furious inside, but outwardly appeared somewhat embarrassed.
“Manager Lin, I didn’t want to stay here either. Mr. Wang asked me to come here, frankly, because he’s afraid of gossip. Leaving two hours early shouldn’t bother you, right?” Zhao Xiaoman said, giving me a haughty look.
“I’ll ask Mr. Wang.” I gestured for Zhao Xiaoman to calm down and picked up the phone.
“You can’t even make a decision on something this small? You’re supposed to be a manager,” Zhao Xiaoman muttered under her breath, but those words infuriated me.
Damn it, so what if she’s Mr. Wang’s mistress? What’s she showing off in front of me? Go ahead and flaunt your power in front of Mr. Wang’s wife!
Thinking this, I still called Mr. Wang.
“Xiao Lin, what do you say?” Mr. Wang’s voice came from the other end of the line. “Mr. Wang, it’s like this, Secretary Zhao just said she’s going to practice yoga recently and wants to leave two hours early every day. I was thinking if you agree, I could take her attendance, since HR doesn’t have a precedent for leaving at 4 PM.” I said frankly.
“Alright, just take her attendance. Leaving two hours early is no problem.” Mr. Wang quickly replied.
“Okay, that’s all.” I hung up the phone.
“So, Mr. Wang, did you agree?” Zhao Xiaoman gave me a mocking look.
“Yes, then you can leave early starting today.” I quickly said.
“Hey Manager Lin, are you a little resentful towards me? Do you think I’m in your way?” Zhao Xiaoman made conversation, taking a few steps to stand in front of me.
“Of course not, Secretary Zhao, don’t overthink it. I’d be happy to have you here.” I smiled awkwardly and quickly explained.
“That’s good.” Zhao Xiaoman smiled, but then added, “By the way, remember to take me with you next time you go out to discuss sales contracts. I want to boost my sales too, you know my expenses are considerable.”
“Take you with me?” I was taken aback, but then I was furious.
Damn it, Zhao Xiaoman, are you trying to take advantage of me? Trying to steal my sales and credit? You’re dreaming!
“I know Zhang Tingmei and Liu Xue got a 40% commission for following you to Hainan for the order. I want to go next time!” Zhao Xiaoman continued.
“We’ll see. Besides, Secretary Zhao, you leave work so early. We usually discuss contracts in the evening.” I smiled, my words carrying a veiled insult.
“That’s simple. Just let me know in advance if there’s business.” Zhao Xiaoman smiled coldly, then grabbed her bag and left the office.
Watching Zhao Xiaoman leave, I slammed my hand on the desk. I was absolutely furious. Just as I was venting my anger, Sun Dan knocked on my office door and came in.
Seeing Sun Dan, I knew she was definitely there to watch the drama unfold, and I couldn’t help but feel disgusted.
Sun Dan closed my office door and sat down on the sofa.
“Manager Sun, you didn’t come here to watch the spectacle, did you?” I quickly asked.
“It’s true what they say, one thing subdues another. I knew you couldn’t handle Secretary Zhao.” Sun Dan seemed to already know about the embarrassment Zhao Xiaoman had caused me.
“What do you mean?” I glared at Sun Dan.
“Don’t…don’t look at me like that. Our grudges are all settled. I’m only here today to remind you.” Sun Dan smiled.
“Remind me? Remind me of what?” I frowned, feeling that Sun Dan’s presence now was somewhat strange.
“Secretary Zhao is Mr. Wang’s mistress. She can do whatever she wants without your permission. Even if she wants your sales commission, you have to accept it. To put it bluntly, she’s here to steal your job!” Sun Dan’s words hit the nail on the head.
“What exactly are you trying to say?” I gritted my teeth, knowing this was indeed a very difficult situation.
“Manager Lin, are you out of your mind? Try using the same tactics you used on me on Secretary Zhao.” Sun Dan’s lips curled into a smirk.
“Video?” My pupils contracted.
“Yes, it’s not like it’s the first time you’ve done it.” Sun Dan continued.
Sun Dan was right. That time I secretly filmed Mr. Wang’s affair, besides Sun Dan, Zhao Xiaoman was also there. And this woman was particularly promiscuous, taking the lead in the video, making Mr. Wang unable to get enough of her.
As for Sun Dan, she wasn’t as uninhibited.