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Chapter 7.03 – It Must Be Purely Admiration
Xiang Han was gloomy after failing to secure a dinner date. Could it be that he wasn’t pretty enough?
After arriving at the office, he sat there and pondered carefully. Should he work overtime today?
Judging from Meng Ze’s appearance, he seemed rather busy and would not be able to leave anytime soon. Having the white lotus meet the overbearing CEO while working OT was also a trope. If he was lucky, he’d even get a ride home…
The further his thoughts strayed, the wider Xiang Han’s grin grew. Turning around, he saw that Nina had yet to leave, so he hurriedly asked her, “Sis Nina, you haven’t left yet. Is it because there’s a lot of work? Let me help you.”
“Um…” Nina was startled by this warm and pretty ‘lady’.
Having successfully gotten some new work, Xiang Han gleefully returned to his seat and dreamed about what may happen next. However, before he could finish his daydream, he watched Meng Ze pick up his blazer and walk past the glass door. Once he left, he never turned back…
Xiang Han’s mouth fell into the shape of an ‘O’. Half a minute later, he finally regained his voice. “Where did the trope go? Can’t we have some?”
He only left bitterly after 10 p.m. and complained, [I’m so tired. I really miss those days where I accidentally stumbled into the romance genre.]
System: […] Why are you tired? Obviously it was System who did all the work.
When he returned, Xiang Han collapsed onto the bed and groaned. [Little Nine, collect more data. Let’s look for a strategy later.]
System hurriedly looked for ways to seduce a man. However, after it was done, it discovered that a certain person had already fallen asleep.
The next day, Xiang Han woke up and soaked in the spring water. He immediately felt revitalised.
[Little Nine, the make-up must be nicer, it’s best to make it enchanting, but not too enchanting…]
Before he could finish, the Geng family’s nanny suddenly rang, informing him that Father Geng had fallen down and was now in the hospital.
Xiang Han had no choice but to abandon his female clothes and request for urgent leave on the way to the hospital. When he arrived, he saw that Father Geng had indeed fallen quite badly, so he had to extend his leave for a week.
As Meng Ze had instructed him to allow a certain someone to take leave, Assistant Fang allowed it without questions.
However, Meng Ze had coincidentally walked past when he answered the phone. He stopped and asked, “Secretary Geng took leave?”
“Oh, that’s right.” Assistant Fang answered.
Meng Ze faltered a little before feigning calm and leaving.
Assistant Fang was bewildered. President Meng was paying his new secretary such attention. Could it be that… he had become more open-minded?
Hmm, in that case, he knew who to arrange as the President’s escort for the dinner party in a few days.
Presently, Xiang Han was taking care of Father Geng in the hospital and analysing strategies in his free time. He never expected to gain a helper just from taking a leave.
Father Geng had fallen this morning while going down the stairs and broke his leg and rib. Though it looked serious, it wasn’t a big issue.
Xiang Han stayed for three days before he was chided for being useless.
“You’d better hurry back to work. Don’t stay here and drink my soup.” After learning that ‘Geng Xiao Han’ had found a job, Father Geng was elated and felt that his son had finally made progress. Afraid he’d quit halfway, Father Geng could only chase him away.
Xiang Han was exasperated. “I’ll come visit you at night.”
Seeing Xiang Han return so early, Assistant Fang was surprised. “Didn’t you request a week off? Why are you back so early?”
Xiang Han said softly, “I’ve settled my stuff, so I came back early.”
His makeup today was exceptionally stunning, and the corners of his eyes were slightly upturned with a hint of seduction. Upon a further look, his gaze was clear, as if any temptation was simply an illusion.
Assistant Fang was somewhat dazzled and coughed lightly, “You came back just in time. Please bring this document over to President Meng for his signature.”
Strange. Since when did such a job go to a lowly secretary? However, having gained another opportunity, Xiang Han naturally wouldn’t refuse.
Meng Ze’s office was closed, so Xiang Han had to knock twice before he heard a low voice. “Enter.”
Xiang Han lowered his gaze and hesitated. He finally gritted his teeth and undid a button before walking in.
Don’t look at those white lotuses who are constantly dressed in boring drabs. Which one of them were not seductresses? The overbearing CEO just simply loved these tropes and Meng Ze, this straight man, was definitely no exception.
Xiang Han was full of confidence. The fake boobs he wore today felt like the real deal. Even when collecting it, he had been embarrassed to touch it.
“President, there’s a document for you to sign.” His voice sounded extremely gentle and moe, having improved after days of practice. When passing the document over, he leaned forward slightly and subtly revealed some cleavage. It was extremely eye-catching.
When Meng Ze looked up, his gaze coincidentally fell on it and he faltered.
Noticing the effect, Xiang Han continued to work hard and moved forward a little, asking softly. “President Meng?”
Meng Ze frowned and hurriedly looked away. When he saw the other person’s face, he strangely breathed a sigh of relief.
“It’s you?” Meng Ze was surprised and wondered, how did they fix it so quickly?
“That’s right. President Meng, you have a great memory.” Xiang Han smiled.
How could this be considered great? His impression was too deep since it was the first time he’d broken somebody’s chest.
Meng Ze’s expression was somewhat dark. When he received the document, just before his fingertips nearly touched Xiang Han’s, he swiftly grabbed the file.
Xiang Han was somewhat disappointed seeing Meng Ze turn his attention to the document, and continued to probe. “President, are you hungry yet?”
Meng Ze looked at him strangely, causing Xiang Han to ask excitedly, “If you are, my bottom1…no, I mean, I’ll help you order lunch.”
Helping the overbearing CEO order food was also the white lotus’s responsibility!
Meng Ze glanced at his watch. Very well, it was only 9.30 a.m.
“The company’s canteen provides three meals a day. Moreover, I have an appointment at noon, so I won’t be dining in the office. I have to look at the document again, you may leave first.”
“Huh?” Xiang Han was disappointed. What was with all these coincidences?
“Right, actually you… could have rested longer before coming back,” Meng Ze reminded, his brows scrunched. Xiang Han had returned three days after fixing it, if anything happened, wouldn’t he have to take responsibility? Although money wasn’t a problem, who could cover the work if his secretary was constantly on sick leave?
“No need, President Meng. I love my job.” Xiang Han refused.
Meng Ze: “…”
Arriving at the office, Xiang Han thought about it and felt that this battle was somewhat successful. At least Meng Ze’s words to him were longer than before, and more importantly, he’d shown some concern.
Xiang Han decided to continue working hard. He rushed to pick up jobs like sending documents over.
After a few times, Nina could tell something was wrong. While on break, she couldn’t help asking softly, “Xiao Han, do you… like President Meng?”
Despite whispering, many female colleagues still overheard and pricked up their ears.
Xiang Han was startled! Pantry, female colleagues, discussion about their boss…this scene was so familiar.
It’s here, the trope is here! The white lotus’s intimate relationship with the CEO became the envy of her female colleagues and she is slowly excluded from the others. The CEO, who happens to walk past, draws his sword to come to her aid…no, Meng Ze’s office had a mini pantry and rest area. He wouldn’t come here.
How strange. Why is it that every time he tries to flirt, either the timing isn’t right or the person isn’t present? Since the CEO isn’t here, he should deny it.
Xiang Han’s brows pinched. “Sis Nina, don’t talk nonsense. There’s no such thing.”
“Ah?” Everyone was disappointed to not be able to hear any gossip.
Xiang Han: “…” What on earth are you guys disappointed about?
Nina also made a sound before replying in pity, “We were all hoping you could take him down.”
Xiang Han, “Huh?” What happened to being excluded? Why were they not following the usual routine?
“President Meng is a workaholic, forcing us to work overtime all the time,” Nina complained.
Xiang Han: “…” So why the hell did he not work overtime that day? Wtf!
“We all think that if he had a partner, everyone’s life would be much easier.”
“That’s right.” The crowd listening all nodded in agreement.
“However, he’s already 30 but hasn’t yet had a girlfriend or boyfriend. We’re all guessing…”
Knock Knock!
“What are you all doing?” Assistant Fang suddenly appeared, knocking on the door with a sunken expression.
Everyone was embarrassed and quickly left with their cups.
“Secretary Geng, please come over for a second.” Assistant Fang called Xiang Han before he could slip away.
Xiang Han: “…” Why was he always the unlucky one?
In the office, Assistant Fang closed the door and finally spoke, “Secretary Geng, there’ll be a banquet the day after tomorrow. You need to accompany President Meng.”
“Banquet? Where?” Xiang Han was startled. It couldn’t be the event where Meng Ze first felt something for the female lead, right?
“I’ll send you the time and address again. This is a formal event, I’ll have Nina bring you to a stylist; it’ll be paid using the company’s credit. Let me know if you have any questions, otherwise, it’s set.”
“No problem.” Xiang Han immediately shook his head and refused. Even if Assistant Fang hadn’t mentioned it, he’d have found a way to sneak in. If Meng Ze really felt something for the female lead, what was the point of him struggling so hard?
Assistant Fang’s expression grew subtly bewildered and he even said, “In that case, godspeed, Secretary Geng. Actually, I do have high hopes for you.”
Xiang Han was dumbfounded.
On the night of the banquet, Xiang Han was dressed splendidly. Frankly, his current style was a little similar to the female lead, but he had no choice. Who told President Meng to like this sort?
Meng Ze worked OT until 7.40 p.m. before coming down at 8 o’ clock. When he saw the white-clothed beauty, he grew stiff.
“President Meng, we’re going to be late.” Seeing that he hadn’t yet gotten on, Xiang Han urged him uneasily.
Meng Ze’s expression wasn’t good, he wouldn’t chase him away, would he? Ah, this was the bad thing about going together. He should have appeared under the misty light. In that way, he would have definitely taken down the big boss.
Meng Ze forced himself to get into the car. Half a second later, he suddenly asked, “How did you convince Assistant Fang?”
“Huh?”
The inside of the car was dark. When Meng Ze leaned slightly to the side, he saw Xiang Han’s stunned and innocent face. His heart suddenly jumped.
Heck, he obviously didn’t like women… forget it, everyone knows how to appreciate beautiful things. He was simply admiring her beauty.
“Forget it, drive.” He pinched his temples. When he saw Xiang Han’s lips curve up from the corner of his eyes, he suddenly felt his head hurt more.
He never expected this woman to change strategies and work from his assistant after failing to set up a lunch date with him. Her skills were definitely not bad, enough for her to earn decently, yet she constantly thought of ways to seduce him. Was it so difficult to focus all her attention on work?
The author has something to say:
White Lotus Xiang Han’s diary:
Xiang Xiao Han: Ah, a brand new day, the Sun is beautiful and the air is fresh~Jiayou! Xiang Xiao Han, you can do it!
Meng Ze: My wife has probably gone crazy…
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basically he wanted to say 我下面 for you which means, I’ll cook noodles for you. But it also means ‘my lower half is for you…
Chapter 7.03 – It Must Be Purely Admiration
Xiang Han was gloomy after failing to secure a dinner date. Could it be that he wasn’t pretty enough?
After arriving at the office, he sat there and pondered carefully. Should he work overtime today?
Judging from Meng Ze’s appearance, he seemed rather busy and would not be able to leave anytime soon. Having the white lotus meet the overbearing CEO while working OT was also a trope. If he was lucky, he’d even get a ride home…
The further his thoughts strayed, the wider Xiang Han’s grin grew. Turning around, he saw that Nina had yet to leave, so he hurriedly asked her, “Sis Nina, you haven’t left yet. Is it because there’s a lot of work? Let me help you.”
“Um…” Nina was startled by this warm and pretty ‘lady’.
Having successfully gotten some new work, Xiang Han gleefully returned to his seat and dreamed about what may happen next. However, before he could finish his daydream, he watched Meng Ze pick up his blazer and walk past the glass door. Once he left, he never turned back…
Xiang Han’s mouth fell into the shape of an ‘O’. Half a minute later, he finally regained his voice. “Where did the trope go? Can’t we have some?”
He only left bitterly after 10 p.m. and complained, [I’m so tired. I really miss those days where I accidentally stumbled into the romance genre.]
System: […] Why are you tired? Obviously it was System who did all the work.
When he returned, Xiang Han collapsed onto the bed and groaned. [Little Nine, collect more data. Let’s look for a strategy later.]
System hurriedly looked for ways to seduce a man. However, after it was done, it discovered that a certain person had already fallen asleep.
The next day, Xiang Han woke up and soaked in the spring water. He immediately felt revitalised.
[Little Nine, the make-up must be nicer, it’s best to make it enchanting, but not too enchanting…]
Before he could finish, the Geng family’s nanny suddenly rang, informing him that Father Geng had fallen down and was now in the hospital.
Xiang Han had no choice but to abandon his female clothes and request for urgent leave on the way to the hospital. When he arrived, he saw that Father Geng had indeed fallen quite badly, so he had to extend his leave for a week.
As Meng Ze had instructed him to allow a certain someone to take leave, Assistant Fang allowed it without questions.
However, Meng Ze had coincidentally walked past when he answered the phone. He stopped and asked, “Secretary Geng took leave?”
“Oh, that’s right.” Assistant Fang answered.
Meng Ze faltered a little before feigning calm and leaving.
Assistant Fang was bewildered. President Meng was paying his new secretary such attention. Could it be that… he had become more open-minded?
Hmm, in that case, he knew who to arrange as the President’s escort for the dinner party in a few days.
Presently, Xiang Han was taking care of Father Geng in the hospital and analysing strategies in his free time. He never expected to gain a helper just from taking a leave.
Father Geng had fallen this morning while going down the stairs and broke his leg and rib. Though it looked serious, it wasn’t a big issue.
Xiang Han stayed for three days before he was chided for being useless.
“You’d better hurry back to work. Don’t stay here and drink my soup.” After learning that ‘Geng Xiao Han’ had found a job, Father Geng was elated and felt that his son had finally made progress. Afraid he’d quit halfway, Father Geng could only chase him away.
Xiang Han was exasperated. “I’ll come visit you at night.”
Seeing Xiang Han return so early, Assistant Fang was surprised. “Didn’t you request a week off? Why are you back so early?”
Xiang Han said softly, “I’ve settled my stuff, so I came back early.”
His makeup today was exceptionally stunning, and the corners of his eyes were slightly upturned with a hint of seduction. Upon a further look, his gaze was clear, as if any temptation was simply an illusion.
Assistant Fang was somewhat dazzled and coughed lightly, “You came back just in time. Please bring this document over to President Meng for his signature.”
Strange. Since when did such a job go to a lowly secretary? However, having gained another opportunity, Xiang Han naturally wouldn’t refuse.
Meng Ze’s office was closed, so Xiang Han had to knock twice before he heard a low voice. “Enter.”
Xiang Han lowered his gaze and hesitated. He finally gritted his teeth and undid a button before walking in.
Don’t look at those white lotuses who are constantly dressed in boring drabs. Which one of them were not seductresses? The overbearing CEO just simply loved these tropes and Meng Ze, this straight man, was definitely no exception.
Xiang Han was full of confidence. The fake boobs he wore today felt like the real deal. Even when collecting it, he had been embarrassed to touch it.
“President, there’s a document for you to sign.” His voice sounded extremely gentle and moe, having improved after days of practice. When passing the document over, he leaned forward slightly and subtly revealed some cleavage. It was extremely eye-catching.
When Meng Ze looked up, his gaze coincidentally fell on it and he faltered.
Noticing the effect, Xiang Han continued to work hard and moved forward a little, asking softly. “President Meng?”
Meng Ze frowned and hurriedly looked away. When he saw the other person’s face, he strangely breathed a sigh of relief.
“It’s you?” Meng Ze was surprised and wondered, how did they fix it so quickly?
“That’s right. President Meng, you have a great memory.” Xiang Han smiled.
How could this be considered great? His impression was too deep since it was the first time he’d broken somebody’s chest.
Meng Ze’s expression was somewhat dark. When he received the document, just before his fingertips nearly touched Xiang Han’s, he swiftly grabbed the file.
Xiang Han was somewhat disappointed seeing Meng Ze turn his attention to the document, and continued to probe. “President, are you hungry yet?”
Meng Ze looked at him strangely, causing Xiang Han to ask excitedly, “If you are, my bottom1…no, I mean, I’ll help you order lunch.”
Helping the overbearing CEO order food was also the white lotus’s responsibility!
Meng Ze glanced at his watch. Very well, it was only 9.30 a.m.
“The company’s canteen provides three meals a day. Moreover, I have an appointment at noon, so I won’t be dining in the office. I have to look at the document again, you may leave first.”
“Huh?” Xiang Han was disappointed. What was with all these coincidences?
“Right, actually you… could have rested longer before coming back,” Meng Ze reminded, his brows scrunched. Xiang Han had returned three days after fixing it, if anything happened, wouldn’t he have to take responsibility? Although money wasn’t a problem, who could cover the work if his secretary was constantly on sick leave?
“No need, President Meng. I love my job.” Xiang Han refused.
Meng Ze: “…”
Arriving at the office, Xiang Han thought about it and felt that this battle was somewhat successful. At least Meng Ze’s words to him were longer than before, and more importantly, he’d shown some concern.
Xiang Han decided to continue working hard. He rushed to pick up jobs like sending documents over.
After a few times, Nina could tell something was wrong. While on break, she couldn’t help asking softly, “Xiao Han, do you… like President Meng?”
Despite whispering, many female colleagues still overheard and pricked up their ears.
Xiang Han was startled! Pantry, female colleagues, discussion about their boss…this scene was so familiar.
It’s here, the trope is here! The white lotus’s intimate relationship with the CEO became the envy of her female colleagues and she is slowly excluded from the others. The CEO, who happens to walk past, draws his sword to come to her aid…no, Meng Ze’s office had a mini pantry and rest area. He wouldn’t come here.
How strange. Why is it that every time he tries to flirt, either the timing isn’t right or the person isn’t present? Since the CEO isn’t here, he should deny it.
Xiang Han’s brows pinched. “Sis Nina, don’t talk nonsense. There’s no such thing.”
“Ah?” Everyone was disappointed to not be able to hear any gossip.
Xiang Han: “…” What on earth are you guys disappointed about?
Nina also made a sound before replying in pity, “We were all hoping you could take him down.”
Xiang Han, “Huh?” What happened to being excluded? Why were they not following the usual routine?
“President Meng is a workaholic, forcing us to work overtime all the time,” Nina complained.
Xiang Han: “…” So why the hell did he not work overtime that day? Wtf!
“We all think that if he had a partner, everyone’s life would be much easier.”
“That’s right.” The crowd listening all nodded in agreement.
“However, he’s already 30 but hasn’t yet had a girlfriend or boyfriend. We’re all guessing…”
Knock Knock!
“What are you all doing?” Assistant Fang suddenly appeared, knocking on the door with a sunken expression.
Everyone was embarrassed and quickly left with their cups.
“Secretary Geng, please come over for a second.” Assistant Fang called Xiang Han before he could slip away.
Xiang Han: “…” Why was he always the unlucky one?
In the office, Assistant Fang closed the door and finally spoke, “Secretary Geng, there’ll be a banquet the day after tomorrow. You need to accompany President Meng.”
“Banquet? Where?” Xiang Han was startled. It couldn’t be the event where Meng Ze first felt something for the female lead, right?
“I’ll send you the time and address again. This is a formal event, I’ll have Nina bring you to a stylist; it’ll be paid using the company’s credit. Let me know if you have any questions, otherwise, it’s set.”
“No problem.” Xiang Han immediately shook his head and refused. Even if Assistant Fang hadn’t mentioned it, he’d have found a way to sneak in. If Meng Ze really felt something for the female lead, what was the point of him struggling so hard?
Assistant Fang’s expression grew subtly bewildered and he even said, “In that case, godspeed, Secretary Geng. Actually, I do have high hopes for you.”
Xiang Han was dumbfounded.
On the night of the banquet, Xiang Han was dressed splendidly. Frankly, his current style was a little similar to the female lead, but he had no choice. Who told President Meng to like this sort?
Meng Ze worked OT until 7.40 p.m. before coming down at 8 o’ clock. When he saw the white-clothed beauty, he grew stiff.
“President Meng, we’re going to be late.” Seeing that he hadn’t yet gotten on, Xiang Han urged him uneasily.
Meng Ze’s expression wasn’t good, he wouldn’t chase him away, would he? Ah, this was the bad thing about going together. He should have appeared under the misty light. In that way, he would have definitely taken down the big boss.
Meng Ze forced himself to get into the car. Half a second later, he suddenly asked, “How did you convince Assistant Fang?”
“Huh?”
The inside of the car was dark. When Meng Ze leaned slightly to the side, he saw Xiang Han’s stunned and innocent face. His heart suddenly jumped.
Heck, he obviously didn’t like women… forget it, everyone knows how to appreciate beautiful things. He was simply admiring her beauty.
“Forget it, drive.” He pinched his temples. When he saw Xiang Han’s lips curve up from the corner of his eyes, he suddenly felt his head hurt more.
He never expected this woman to change strategies and work from his assistant after failing to set up a lunch date with him. Her skills were definitely not bad, enough for her to earn decently, yet she constantly thought of ways to seduce him. Was it so difficult to focus all her attention on work?
The author has something to say:
White Lotus Xiang Han’s diary:
Xiang Xiao Han: Ah, a brand new day, the Sun is beautiful and the air is fresh~Jiayou! Xiang Xiao Han, you can do it!
Meng Ze: My wife has probably gone crazy…
1
basically he wanted to say 我下面 for you which means, I’ll cook noodles for you. But it also means ‘my lower half is for you…