Pei Yun Ya was making plans for her future. Having withdrawn from the design circle, she had to find a new line of work.
But what could she do? What was she capable of doing?
She had even considered becoming a private designer for another company.
However, many people knew about what she had done in the competition, and were unwilling to hire her. Even designs associated with her name had been completely removed from the market.
Her life had officially hit rock bottom. To survive, she had to abandon her past dreams.
Scrolling endlessly through job websites, she still couldn't decide what she should do.
Because apart from design, she could barely do anything else.
Just then, her phone rang. It was Wei Meng Yu.
She didn't understand why Wei Meng Yu was calling her at this time. Was she here to mock her?
So, she heartlessly hung up the phone. But it rang again almost immediately.
Perhaps Wei Meng Yu realized the call was too abrupt. After hanging up, she switched to sending a text message.
"I apologize for disturbing you, Miss Pei. But I have something very important to discuss with you, which I believe will be very helpful for your career."
Career?
Upon seeing this word, Pei Yun Ya jolted.
Indeed, with Wei Meng Yu's status as the President's wife of Zhan Shi Corporation, she could help Pei Yun Ya get a job at Zhan Shi Group, a company that countless people dreamed of working for.
But could she truly accept this?
Accept help from someone who had destroyed her dreams?
Yet, if she didn't, what kind of life would await her?
For a moment, Pei Yun Ya's heart was filled with conflict. Pride and survival were like two opposing forces battling in her mind, neither willing to yield.
Ultimately, reality triumphed over pride. She had to find a way to live; she couldn't continue like this.
So, she finally took the initiative to call Wei Meng Yu.
"Miss Wei, I apologize. I was busy just now and couldn't answer your call."
Hearing Pei Yun Ya's voice, Wei Meng Yu breathed a sigh of relief.
"It's alright. It's I who should apologize for disturbing you at this time. By the way, do you have time? I'll be off work soon. Could we meet? I really have something important to tell you."
"Okay..."
They agreed to meet at a cafe not far from Zhan Shi Group, which was also Wei Meng Yu's property.
Recently, when Jiang Si Yu met with other collaborators, she chose this place to avoid any potential pitfalls, as past incidents were still fresh in her memory.
Looking at the cafe's decor, Pei Yun Ya felt a pang of anxiety. If Wei Meng Yu suggested splitting the bill, she wouldn't have enough money.
Wei Meng Yu seemed to read her thoughts and said with a smile, "Don't worry. This is my establishment, and I'm treating today."
Pei Yun Ya blushed slightly. After all, being short of money was a rather embarrassing situation.
"As I mentioned in my message, I'm looking for you today to discuss work matters," Wei Meng Yu said, taking out a blueprint from her bag. "Take a look at this and tell me what you think."
Pei Yun Ya took the blueprint with a hint of confusion and examined it carefully. "At first glance, the design seems fine, but upon closer inspection, there are many detailed issues. For example, the placement of this statue and the shape of the fountain are unsuitable."
Hearing this, Wei Meng Yu showed a look of sudden realization. "So that's how it is. No wonder I felt something was off when I saw the blueprint."
Pei Yun Ya looked at Wei Meng Yu, wondering if she was the one who was off.
She didn't believe Wei Meng Yu couldn't even spot such design flaws.
"Miss Wei, what exactly are you trying to achieve by doing this?"
"Miss Pei, you see, with my status, I have to deal with countless project-related matters every day. Sometimes, after a busy day, I simply don't have the energy to trouble myself with design drafts like this.
Therefore, I hope you can bring your talent to Zhan Shi Group. Of course, your responsibility will be the project with the blueprint I just showed you. I believe with your abilities, you can do an even better job."
Wei Meng Yu's sincere gaze towards Pei Yun Ya made her feel a little self-conscious.
She had never received such a formal invitation before. Her previous jobs had come to her because she was with Huang Hong An.
It was only during this time that she understood how hard it was to find a good job.
Even so, Pei Yun Ya still had other concerns. The previous incident had taught her that she wasn't as outstanding as she thought. The more hope Wei Meng Yu gave her, the more she doubted herself.
"Can I really do it?"
Her tone held a hint of self-deprecation.
Wei Meng Yu, however, grasped her shoulders with both hands, forcing Pei Yun Ya to look her in the eyes.
"You shouldn't doubt your abilities. The incident before was just a regular competition. Victory and defeat are common in war. After the competition, your works were still sought after by others.
I must admit, in terms of design, I am not as professional as you. I still have a lot to learn, but you are already far beyond me."
Wei Meng Yu's words resonated with Pei Yun Ya, who suddenly felt like crying.
This was the first person who had spoken to her like this in days.
When she had been abandoned by the entire design industry, when she couldn't even find a job, it was her former rival who offered her an opportunity.
And it was this rival who still believed in her abilities.
Wei Meng Yu smiled gently at Pei Yun Ya. "So, what do you say? Are you willing to join Zhan Shi Group?"
"Yes." Pei Yun Ya finally nodded.
...
"What? You agreed to join Zhan Shi Group with Wei Meng Yu?" Liu Xiao Fang found it hard to believe.
"That's right. And I believe I can develop further there."
At this moment, Pei Yun Ya was full of confidence.
But Liu Xiao Fang felt a bit awkward. She had just had a falling out with Wei Meng Yu and had even vowed to never let it go. Now, wouldn't that make her look like a fool?
What if, because of her, Wei Meng Yu made things difficult for Pei Yun Ya at the company? Then she would have committed a grave sin!
After thinking for a moment, Liu Xiao Fang spoke, "Yun Ya, do you have Wei Meng Yu's phone number? Could you give it to me?"
Pei Yun Ya didn't know what Liu Xiao Fang intended to do, but she gave her the number.
She definitely wouldn't call, as that would be too embarrassing, so she chose to send a text message instead.
"Miss Wei, I apologize for what happened before. Please forgive me. Also, it's wonderful that Yun Ya can join Zhan Shi Group. I am truly grateful to you."
Seeing this message, Wei Meng Yu's face also broke into a smile.
Wasn't this way of resolving issues better than a head-on confrontation?