Although dressed in a professional suit and wearing delicate makeup, she looked much more mature than before.
However, her inherent childishness was undeniable.
Jiang Nan Fang recognized her instantly. Who else could it be but Shen Min Er?
Hadn't Zhan Bei Jue arranged for her to attend school in Fucheng to study properly?
Why had she come here?
And judging by her attire, she was even working at Huatai…
Despite her surprise, Jiang Nan Fang had a strong suspicion about the most likely reason, but she didn't show it.
After Shen Min Er approached and reported to Engineer Zhang, Jiang Nan Fang finally spoke.
"Not bad, you've got an assistant now, and such a beautiful one too. Engineer Zhang, you've really made progress."
"How long has this position been added? Is everyone else excited too? Treat her well."
Engineer Zhang chuckled and spoke frankly.
"You know me best. She only just arrived a few days ago. Actually, she's not from our department. She's from administration, and due to the special circumstances today, she's been temporarily seconded to me."
"I really wish she were part of our department."
Jiang Nan Fang smiled, her gaze drifting to the work badge on Shen Min Er's chest.
Huatai Electric Appliances, Shen Min Er.
That little girl, appearing harmless on the surface, turned out to be quite difficult to handle.
After looking, she deliberately put on a thoughtful expression. "I feel like this young lady looks familiar, but I can't quite recall where I've seen her. I'm Jiang Nan Fang, have we met before?"
Min Er hadn't expected her to speak to her like this.
They had only met a month ago, and she had already forgotten her.
Was she calling her forgetful because she was too important, or was she simply dismissive?
Since Jiang Nan Fang didn't recognize her, Min Er decided not to acknowledge her either.
That way, it wouldn't seem too deliberate.
"I'm not from Nancheng, and I haven't been here long. How could I possibly know a distinguished figure like you? Perhaps I just have a common face."
She still wouldn't admit it?
That was fine too.
It would prevent too much talk and gossip from others in front of everyone.
The bidding conference was about to begin, and Jiang Nan Fang needed to go to her seat. The crowd dispersed.
It turned out to be such a coincidence that after the meeting, Zhou Jin Bei had a last-minute engagement, and Zhan Bei Jue personally came to pick up Jiang Nan Fang from work.
As they exited the venue, Min Er's eyes immediately spotted him in the parking lot, leaning against his car and looking at his phone, his presence distinct from the rest.
He wore a black long-sleeved shirt, black trousers, a black belt around his waist, and black leather shoes.
From head to toe, he was dressed in black, yet he exuded a handsome and noble aura.
He was so young, with such outstanding features. Standing there, he was like a radiant work of art.
His handsomeness was captivating.
With just one glance, Min Er's heart began to pound erratically.
She told herself silently.
If he recognized her when she walked past him later, she would acknowledge him.
If not…
"Wow! Isn't that President Zhan? I heard he married Engineer Jiang and came to pick up his beloved wife from work himself? How affectionate!"
While her mind was racing with thoughts, Engineer Zhang beside her exclaimed in surprise and rushed forward.
He directly extended his hand to shake Zhan Bei Jue's and greeted him familiarly.
Engineer Zhang actually knew him too? And so well?
Reluctantly, Min Er followed.
"Engineer Jiang is inside. We even ran into each other before it started. What a coincidence today!"
"But it's a good thing I ran into you. Otherwise, you two would be too unkind. You promised to treat us to drinks before but didn't, and now you're married and haven't even given us wedding candy. You're not being very considerate!"
Zhan Bei Jue followed Engineer Zhang's hand and looked towards the venue. He was about to say that there's no time like the present, so he'd treat them to a meal today.
However, his gaze shifted and landed on Min Er beside him.
His smile froze: "Why are you here?"
Min Er's nose felt sore, her eyes welled up, and tears almost spilled out.
Zhan Bei Jue recognized her at a glance.
He still remembered her!
Her mouth opened and closed, unable to speak in her excitement.
Zhan Bei Jue sidestepped Engineer Zhang and walked towards her, glancing at her work badge.
"It really is you. Min Er, why are you dressed like this?"
"Didn't I tell you to stay home and study properly? Why did you come here? Are you working at Huatai now? When did you arrive? How long have you been working?"
Engineer Zhang was stunned: "You know each other?"
"No wonder Engineer Jiang said she looked familiar. You… Min Er, you knew someone in Nancheng, why didn't you tell me?"
Min Er didn't know how to explain.
She looked at Zhan Bei Jue with an embarrassed, hesitant, and pitiful expression.
Zhan Bei Jue knew she must be in trouble.
"Engineer Zhang, please convey my apologies to everyone. I will return the favor of the meal soon. I'm sorry, but I need to take Shen Min Er with me today."
"Alright. You go ahead, you two be busy."
Engineer Zhang withdrew, his eyes filled with confusion.
Zhan Bei Jue pulled Min Er along and asked her again.
"Did something happen at home? Did you come alone? Or did they come with you?"
"What about school? Are you really not going to study anymore? Say something, what happened? Or did you go bankrupt again?"
Min Er was overwhelmed by his rapid-fire questions and soon, two clear tears trickled down her cheeks.
"We didn't go bankrupt, and they didn't come with me. I just didn't want to study anymore."
"But I didn't mean to bother you. I applied for jobs, and who knew I'd be hired by this company."
"I didn't expect to run into you, and I didn't want you to help me again, Mr. Zhan."
Zhan Bei Jue couldn't stand seeing her in such a subservient manner: "Call me Ge!"
"...I just ran into your wife, and I didn't say hello. Just pretend you didn't see me and let me leave quickly."
"Why should I pretend I didn't see you and let you leave?"
"I'm afraid of upsetting her."
"Nonsense, your sister-in-law isn't that kind of person, and she knows everything about my affairs. Don't overthink it. Tell me quickly, what happened?"
Min Er could only offer the excuse she had prepared.
Her father had been a heavy drinker and suffered a cerebral hemorrhage at a banquet recently, and he had died.
Her mother's condition hadn't improved, and she wasn't in the mood to go back to school, wanting to start earning money as soon as possible.
"If you need money, just tell me. You're still young, you can't just say you're not going to study anymore. Didn't I tell you this before?"
"It's my fault too. As soon as I got back, I was busy with various things and forgot to call you. If something happens, you should have reached out to me."
Zhan Bei Jue thought she wasn't going to school because she was short on money.
Min Er didn't deny it any further.
"You can help me for a while, but you can't help me forever. You have your own family, and I feel bad about bothering you constantly…"
Zhan Bei Jue interrupted her.
"You washed dishes in Switzerland for so long, you should know better than anyone that you can't find a good job without a diploma."
"Min Er, you can't just focus on the present. Your life is long. If it's really necessary, consider it a loan from me. Once you graduate and earn a lot of money, you can pay me back."
Min Er didn't seem to be listening. She lowered her head, refusing to reply.