My boss betrayed me

Xia Muchu was so ecstatic that he danced with excitement, as if he had obtained a rare treasure that was unique in the world.

There was a smile as bright as the sun on his face, and words of gratitude came out of his mouth like a machine gun, pouring out incessantly, and his hands kept bowing.

Su Lundao looked humble, waving his hands constantly, leaning back slightly, and said sincerely: "This is just my insignificant personal opinion, it is only for your reference, and you must not take it as a standard."

"I'm really curious, and I leaned forward as I spoke, and I'd like to ask, given the author's age and gender, how did he create a work of this kind?"

"Nangong Yue graduated from Shengjing University and worked as a professional journalist for three years. He came into contact with countless people."

"She also has many friends in the business community. I think this may be closely related to her creations." Xia Muchu said while gesturing with his hands to enhance the expression of his words.

"This is truly an author with unlimited potential." Su Lundao said, slowly standing up, taking out four books from the bookshelf with steady steps, and carefully placing them in front of Xia Muchu.

He patted the cover of the book gently and said, "This is a dictionary of literary descriptions, given to me by someone else."

"This dictionary contains more than one million words, covering everything from people to buildings, from landscapes to seasons, from expressions to mentalities, from actions to atmospheres. It even covers the styles of major cities at home and abroad and influential historical events."

"For writing, it is like adding wings to a tiger. You can take it back for Nangong Yue. Just consider it as a small token of my kindness to the young literary man."

"Thank you." Xia Muchu hurriedly put the piece of paper into the book carefully, and pushed the envelope forward again, and said anxiously, while rubbing his hands unconsciously.

"You have to accept the money no matter what. You are so busy that I dare not bother you too much."

"Would you mind finding me a bag so I can pack the book and the manuscript in? Also, I'd like to ask, is there any chance for the author to ask you directly for advice?"

"As long as the time is right, you can come anytime. I have always favored young people with great ambitions." Su Lundao said with a firm gaze and a resolute tone, while crossing his arms in front of his chest.

"But you must take the money. I have already said that the deal between us is cancelled."

"If Nangong Yue is only trying to show off his knowledge and satisfy his vanity, I should accept the money with a clear conscience."

“But for those who are truly devoted to art, all I can do is respect and help them.”

"I always keep my word, and I'm definitely not being hypocritical with you here."

“Perhaps at this moment you have not yet understood the sincerity of us old literary workers towards young people who are truly obsessed with art and devote themselves to it.”

"We can be teachers and friends, but we cannot engage in such a filthy transaction."

Xia Muchu was stunned for a moment, and was in a state of confusion. He scratched his head, his eyes full of confusion.

Su Lundao found a sturdy cloth bag, put the envelope, manuscript and dictionary into it in an orderly manner, and then personally sent Xia Muchu out the door.

The look on his face was as if he was bidding farewell to an old friend with whom he had known each other for many years and with whom he had a deep friendship. He even patted Xia Muchu's shoulder affectionately.

Xia Muchu's heart was deeply touched, and waves of emotion surged over him. He bowed deeply before turning around and leaving.

On the afternoon of the day when Xia Muchu left Menfengkou, Nangong Yue boarded the ship with the manuscript in her arms, full of expectations, and headed for Shengjing, just to meet Shang Shuli, the gold medal editor of Shengjing Longteng Wanli Publishing House.

The night she arrived in Shengjing, she found a cozy hotel in the city center to stay in.

The next morning, she followed the address on the business card and finally found the cultural company after several twists and turns. Along the way, she walked hurriedly and looked a little anxious.

This is the compound of a public institution. In the yard stands an imposing five-story office building. Many cars are parked neatly on the open space downstairs, like a steel forest.

There are more than a dozen signs hanging high at the gate of the compound, including real estate companies, decoration engineering companies, advertising production companies, etc., which are obviously renting office space here.

Longteng Wanli Publishing House is located on the third floor and rents a total of six spacious and bright rooms, including the manager's office, business department, information department, finance department, reception room and storage room.

The working environment here is elegant and pleasant. Every employee is equipped with a standard workbench and every room is equipped with a computer. Especially in the Business Department and Information Department, the eight brand new computers are neatly arranged, demonstrating the company's strong strength from the side.

Unfortunately, however, Shang Shuli is not in the company.

Nangong Yue was received by a young and beautiful lady. She looked apologetic and respectfully invited Nangong Yue into the reception room, saying softly:

"Ms. Xia, we know that you and Manager Su had already made an appointment, but unfortunately, Manager Su had an emergency last night and had to change his plans and drive to Maoming overnight."

"This is the note he left for you." As he said this, he handed the note to Nangong Yue with both hands.

As he spoke, he handed over a piece of paper with the following words in flourishing handwriting:

Miss Xia, I really had to break the appointment due to an urgent matter. I asked Liuli to call you to inform you, but it was too late and you had already embarked on your journey. I am really sorry.

Please hand the manuscript to our staff. I have already made the arrangements. Someone will buy a return ticket for you and send you on board. This is just my way of expressing my apologies.

In addition, due to business matters, I will go to Menfengkou. Please leave your phone number at that time. I will make an appointment to meet with you and give you a definite answer regarding the manuscript.

Shang Shuli

"That's all we can do." Nangong Yue sighed softly, shook her head helplessly, took out the manuscript,

He then wrote down his phone number neatly and handed it to the lady, saying expectantly, "Could you please give me a receipt in the name of the company?"

"Of course, no problem. This is the proper procedure."

The lady hurried away with the manuscript. Not long after, she brought back a receipt with the company seal and a few beautiful magazines. She smiled and said, "Miss Xia, please wait a moment. The person who bought the ticket will be back soon."

Nangong Yue couldn't help but feel a little worried. She frowned and paced back and forth in the room, asking, "Tickets are so tight nowadays. Can we really be sure if we don't book in advance?"

"Don't worry, it's guaranteed to be safe." The lady smiled and answered confidently.

Not long after, the young man who went to get the tickets came back in a hurry, and said breathlessly: We will depart in more than half an hour.

So, Nangong Yue, accompanied enthusiastically by two company employees, hurried to the starting point.

Just like that, Nangong Yue came here with full expectations, but returned empty-handed and back to the sealed door.

Nangong Yue was thinking about the review results and the final reply.

Now that the time and place of the reply had been confirmed, she naturally hoped to return to Haikou as soon as possible. After all, taking one less day off meant losing one less day of salary income.