Chapter 930: Chapter 929 Director Lu of Shengtian Corporation

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Many people know how to play up to their superiors, and now everyone is starting to ingratiate themselves with Xia Xiaoqiao, with some even thinking she is Gu Shaoting’s sweetheart.

After all, Mr. Gu has never taken on a female secretary before.

But Gu Shaoting had not heard such rumors, so he paid them no mind.

In fact, upon first glance, Xia Xiaoqiao didn’t seem special, but the more he looked, the more attractive he found her, especially her clean, clear, and sparkling eyes, bright as tranquil autumn waters, yet calm and collected, full of wisdom, devoid of the impetuousness common among the youth of today. She was a girl of inner strength who was neither sycophantic nor vulgar.

Even though everyone was trying to curry favor with Xia Xiaoqiao, she remained unchanged, not letting any special treatment go to her head.

During the executive meeting, Gu Shaoting sat in the main seat, listening to his subordinates report on the month’s performance and their plans for the next month.

He appeared to be listening intently, but his mind was somewhere else entirely.

He was carefully recalling when it had started, when Shu Pan had begun to neglect him.

But no matter how much he thought, he couldn’t find any clues.

“Mr. Gu… Mr. Gu…” Xia Xiaoqiao, seated beside him, gently reminded Gu Shaoting that the subordinates had finished their reports.

Suddenly snapping back to reality, despite not knowing what his subordinates had been saying, Gu Shaoting feigned understanding and said, “Alright, everyone proceed as discussed.”

The executives exchanged perplexed glances, confused as to why the CEO would say such a thing, but since he was the boss, what he said was correct, so they all nodded in agreement.

After the meeting dispersed and everyone had gradually left the conference room, Gu Shaoting remained in his seat.

He closed his eyes and massaged his temples; indeed, he should not drink alcohol, as it gave him a headache.

“Mr. Gu, are you all right?” Xia Xiaoqiao, while organizing files from the meeting, saw Gu Shaoting’s gesture and couldn’t help but express her concern.

“Yeah, I’m fine, go get the documents ready for signing the contract with Director Lu from Sheng Tian,” Gu Shaoting instructed.

“Okay.” As she was at the door, Xia Xiaoqiao couldn’t help but look back at Gu Shaoting, wanting to show more concern, but suddenly the words seemed to be blocked in her throat and she couldn’t speak them out loud.

She took another look at him, then hurriedly left with the files in her arms.

Gu Shaoting sat in the lounge for a while before getting up and returning to his office.

Soon, Lu Lei from Sheng Tian arrived as scheduled. His Sheng Tian Corporation was a major enterprise in Bin City, second only to the Gu Group. They had moved their headquarters from another place just last year to Bin City, and quickly started to shine bright as a dark horse in the city.

Gu Shaoting was already waiting in his office for him. As Lu Lei entered, Gu Shaoting immediately rose from his seat to greet him, “Director Lu, welcome. Sorry for not meeting you at the door, please have a seat.”

Lu Lei greeted him in return. Both men were of a similar age, with Lu Lei sporting impressive brows and bright eyes, a very talented individual who had a mature and steady charm.

After both sat down, they finalized the details of the project and then asked the secretary to prepare the contract.

The cooperation was agreed upon swiftly. Lu Lei had other business to tend to, so he did not stay long and left.

Gu Shaoting noted his decisiveness and knew Lu Lei was a formidable character.

Rumor had it, he was divorced and now had a 5-year-old daughter about the same age as Joy, but since he was only a business partner, Gu Shaoting was not one to gossip about his personal affairs.

Nevertheless, it had to be said that he was a good collaborator, decisive and not given to waffling, which Gu Shaoting appreciated.

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