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After all, he has more experience in management, and Chang Zheng's suggestion of doing nothing to rule is really effective for Bai Manman.She called Tao Ran's cell phone several times during her business trip, and after being ignored, she mustered up the courage to call Chang Zheng's landline—of course it was impossible to find someone, and then she really despaired, and finally realized that everything depends on herself.

Later, she actually completed those few interviews excellently.Even Chang Zheng didn't say anything in the report that was handed in. When Tao Ran saw her again, he just said "Not bad" and invited her to meet the client together.

Ms. Bai didn't even have a transition, she immediately showed her true colors: "I, I, I, I have never met a client, can I?"

Tao Ran: "Which word did you not understand what I just said?"

Chang Zheng came out of nowhere behind him and said, "You don't dare to forget about it, the company has a lot of assistant consultants who want to see clients."

Tao Ran thought to herself that this aunt was cowardly in the first place, if you try to scare her again, she might be doomed.Unexpectedly, Bai Manman would be full of trouble in front of his male god: "What time is it tomorrow? I will definitely not embarrass you two."

Chang Zheng's face was completely serious: "Hehe, I hope."

With a heart full of "love" for his subordinates, Tao Ran kindly added "The time is invited according to the calendar, I will send it to you later", and soon followed him under Chang Zheng's cold gaze.

The next day, the client happened to be really tough.I don't know if it's because of the lack of money, or because of the habit of bargaining with everyone, the female vice president who came forward to discuss cooperation has no good face from the beginning to the end.Every time Chang Zheng made a statement, she always maintained a thoughtful affectation.An hour later, Tao Ran felt that what she was thinking about must not be the content of the statement itself, but what trouble she should find after listening to this passage.

After the annoying two hours, it was noon when I left the office building.Chang Zheng said that he had worked hard in the morning and wanted to treat Tao Ran and Bai Manman to dinner, but the little girl said silly that she still had work to do, and if she didn't go back now, she would have to work overtime at night until dawn, so she insisted on leaving first.

Chang Zheng almost doubted himself, why did such a bastard get his approval vote in the interview.Seeing her insistence without any pretense, Tao Ran was also speechless, so he waved his hand to let her go.

Already used to working meals together, Chang Zheng and Tao Ran quickly decided on what to eat, but just as they sat down, a voice from a little girl came from the two of them in the long white group.

Chang Zheng was picking up a pen to tick off the menu, and Tao Ran clicked on it.

"I'm done seeing the client! You all guessed wrong, it's actually a greasy old woman! I really don't understand what old women think these days! Our Manager Tao is so polite to her, he explained everything that needs to be explained, What else is she dissatisfied with! She doesn't know how to flatter her! No wonder she's so ugly!"

Chang Zheng laughed so hard that he could hardly hold his pen.

However, the second voice came in: "And our boss Chang! He is so handsomely dressed today that he took off on the same spot! Wow, he can control such a flamboyant cufflinks as sapphire! His appearance is simply amazing!"

Chang Zheng's laughter stopped abruptly.

Tao Ran: "Hahahahahahahaha..."

Now Chang Zheng couldn't help it anymore, the two big men laughed at each other, thinking while laughing, how could such a treasure be brought in.

After the laughter stopped and the food order was placed, the third voice in the group came long overdue.

"I... I sent it by mistake, and I can't withdraw it... I, I originally wanted to send it to them... I... Am I about to be fired..."

Tao Ran smiled and typed a reply: "Less gossip, more work, read the group clearly when you make a voice."

It is said that Boss Chang, who was so handsome that he took off on the spot, looked at his precious cufflinks for a long time, and actually wanted this bastard to get out immediately.

Bai Manman was finally smart for a while, he didn't ask if he was fired, and kept silent with interest.

In the afternoon, I went to the old monster for a walk, "reviewing the staged results". When Tao Ran came out, he met some old colleagues head-on and exchanged a few words. Everyone mentioned that Xu Yuan had been transferred internally and went to the Asia-Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong. Worked as the project manager for the launch of the human resources information system.

On the way out, Chang Zheng kept looking at Tao Ran's expression.Seeing him as indifferent as before, I feel that I can rest assured.

Before they got on the elevated highway, they were already stuck at the ramp. The silence in the car gradually became harsh. Tao Ran didn't know what he was thinking, but suddenly a word came out faintly.

"I already knew that."

Chang Zheng had never done emotional counseling for anyone before, so his first reaction was to be taken aback for a moment, and he subconsciously asked, "How do you know?"

"He emailed me weeks ago saying he was leaving."

Chang Zheng chewed out a trace of jealousy from his mixed feelings, so he couldn't think of what to say for a long time.

"I'm sorry." It was Tao Ran who laughed at himself and helped him out: "At that time, I tried my best to hide it from my colleagues, and I didn't have any mutual friends with him. I just suddenly remembered that maybe you are one of the few people who know the most. One."

Being able to say something to the insider is actually the most common psychological need of the parties in a relationship.But the relationship between Tao Ran and Xu Yuan, which is like walking on thin ice, was born in silence, and died in silence. No one can talk about it all the time, and it is simply chilling.

"You..." Chang Zheng carefully spent a few more seconds, reconfirming that Tao Ran's expression was still calm: "Are you relieved?"

Tao Ran's eyes staring at the night are as quiet as a cold pool, as if he has seen all the neon lights and shadows, and there is nothing left.

Chang Zheng watched those deep and cold eyes turn towards him.There was a real and vivid smile in his voice.

Tao Ran said, "Not loving lasts longer than loving."

Of all the off-topic answers that Chang Zheng had heard in his short life, there was none that impressed him more than this one.

The poor road conditions make people upset, and irritability is such a laborious emotion, which drains one's spirit bit by bit, and finally only exhaustion remains.Tao Ran suggested for the first time that Chang Zheng didn't have to see him off, and that he could take a taxi to the theater by himself. Chang Zheng kindly said that since he had already driven here, it didn't matter if he blocked a few more ramps, even if he took a taxi, he wouldn't faster than this.

When he said it the second time, Chang Zheng simply ignored him.Tao Ran himself felt that being so polite was really boring, so he added: "I'll treat you to dinner in a while, and you can go back."

Chang Zheng replied listlessly: "Okay."

Next, the two talked about the drama so logically.

"What is this for?"

"An antique drama, it is said to be a suspense thriller drama."

Chang Zheng glanced at him with a smile: "I guess you don't like drama."

Tao Ran sighed: "It depends on the drama. Some are okay, but nine out of ten, I really don't like it. Someone bought a ticket today and asked me to go. Unfortunately, I have to save face Give."

Chang Zheng teased by the way: "Why do you keep making friends like this? There is no other way to watch a drama in your private time. You are really tired from living."

In all fairness, getting along with Chang Zheng was indeed one of the most relaxing and pleasant experiences in Tao Ran's life so far.So Chang Zheng is qualified to say this, Tao Ran can only smile awkwardly: "My friend..."

As soon as I opened my mouth, I realized that there was no way to talk about it.

Fortunately, Chang Zheng is considerate enough: "It's okay, I don't need to know. Seeing you are so reluctant, I feel relieved."

"Relax what?"

Chang Zheng's expression suddenly became unpredictable: "It's nothing, you heard it wrong."

"..."

Maybe it was because he was stuck for too long, and the dinner with Chang Zheng was too pleasant. When Tao Ran finally appeared in front of Zhou Zhe that night, he didn't have the expression he hoped to see on his face.

There is neither expectation nor helplessness, just like going to an appointment with an old friend.

Those missed years are never as good as songs, they are just broken chapters that were abruptly cut off.Zhou Zhe stared at Tao Ran's face unwillingly, until he asked "what's the matter" with a smile, then reluctantly let it go, and turned to greet each other with a socially dedicated geniality.

He thought that he loved Tao Ran deeply, and the days when Tao Ran indulged him again and again were still vivid in his memory, but the time when the poetry was left behind had already arrived.

From this moment on, Zhou Zhe felt that it was a great irony for him to propose that the two should continue to be friends.If they hadn't insisted on insisting on the four words "still friends", perhaps their school days would have been less memorable.Saying this again after many years, the new politeness covers the old pain, and if you go down, maybe you really have to change the direction.

The plot is too old, and every twist and turn is expected by modern audiences who have experienced many battles. After seeing one third of the plot, Tao Ran is already actively managing expectations.Zhou Zhe's gaze never left the stage, as if he was so dedicated.Tao Ran didn't bother to expose him, and continued to accompany An An to look down quietly.

About two-thirds of the way through, the artificiality of the translator's accent and the plastic acting skills of the actors have slowly turned this period of time into a waste.

Tao Ran ran out of patience: "Next time you really want to watch a play, let me choose the play. This is really... not flattering."

He took it for granted that he could make an appointment to watch a movie together next time. For some reason, it deeply hurt Zhou Zhe who was still trying his best to pretend to be devoted.

"If there is a next time, let's change the event. Maybe it's not suitable for us to go to the theater together."

When Tao Ran sincerely wanted to whitewash the peace, no one could find anything wrong with his smile: "Why isn't there a next time. I said we are still friends, so that's it."

Zhou Zhe's heart sank violently, and he was blocked for a moment and couldn't speak a word.

Just at this moment, the actress on the stage suddenly chanted a line with great emotion: "Call me! I'm your sister, Kaixi!"

The godlike pronunciation hit Tao Ran at once, he covered his face silently, and laughed silently by himself.Zhou Zhe looked around and found that many people were either holding their foreheads or covering their faces, and couldn't help laughing.

Although the show is not very good, it is worth the price of admission to have such a laugh that can make a big statement in one night.

Zhou Zhe sat in a group of dumbfounding audience, only feeling that he was hit by a huge sense of absurdity, and then completely overwhelmed.Tao Ran's smile was within reach, but it was clearly separated by thousands of mountains and rivers.

In the half-light and half-darkness, Tao Ran happened to miss Zhou Zhe's rapidly reddened eye sockets and his movement of raising his hand to wipe away his tears.

Or maybe there is no coincidence here.

Didn't miss it either.