C128 She's Mine'!

Director Zhu scanned the room with an icy tone, "Isn't there work to be done?"

Her words sent everyone scattering in haste.

Zhang Chen watched, dumbfounded.

The usually obsequious Director Zhu had a stern side?

Wang Cai instinctively began to turn away.

But Zhang Chen interjected, "Hold on."

Wang Cai paused, taken aback.

Puzzlement shone in Director Zhu's eyes.

With a chuckle, Zhang Chen said, "Director Zhu, Wang Cai is here because he couldn't afford to bribe anyone. Perhaps you should look into that."

"You wouldn't want someone like Chen Dafu to have such subordinates, would you?"

At his words, both Wang Cai and Director Zhu were simultaneously startled!

Wang Cai was confused; he had no clue what Zhang Chen was up to!

Director Zhu was equally taken aback. Wang Cai wasn't her responsibility, and she hadn't anticipated finding such a person within Dafu Group!

Promptly, Director Zhu responded with deference, "Certainly! I will conduct a thorough investigation!"

Wang Cai's eyes bulged with surprise!

Director Zhu was treating Zhang Chen with such respect?

Zhang Chen was merely a son-in-law in the Lin family.

Zhang Chen, still smiling, added, "Moreover, the role of HR Director is vacant. Wang Cai seems quite capable. Why not let him have a shot? Think of it as your company's way of making amends."

Wang Cai was utterly flabbergasted.

Zhang Chen was advocating for him!

Indeed, Zhang Chen had realized that for his own growth, building connections was crucial.

And since Wang Cai's predicament was partly his doing, he felt compelled to offer him an opportunity.

Director Zhu promptly assured, "Alright, I'll see to it immediately. I'm well aware of Wang Cai's capabilities."

Wang Cai was astounded!

He trembled with emotion!

His view of Zhang Chen had completely transformed!

After a long moment, Wang Cai managed to stammer out, "Director Zhu, my thanks to you. And Zhang Chen, I'm grateful!"

Zhang Chen grinned and advised, "No thanks necessary. Just focus on doing well this time. Forget the distractions, or you'll find yourself undone by a woman again."

Wang Cai clenched his jaw and gave a firm nod.

He had been living with regret for days now, wishing he could turn back time.

Soon after, Director Zhu escorted Wang Cai to complete the necessary paperwork.

That left only Zhang Chen and the young girl in the room.

With a touch of shyness, the girl said, "Thank you, big brother. If it weren't for you..."

Zhang Chen, all smiles, responded, "Don't mention it. Are you here to apply for a job?"

She nodded, her cheeks coloring with a bashful glow.

Her innocence caught Zhang Chen off guard.

He was on the verge of opening a new branch. An idea sparked in Zhang Chen's eyes.

He swiftly shut the room's door and positioned himself behind the desk.

The girl looked on, puzzled.

Zhang Chen grinned and invited, "Come, have a seat. Let's do your interview right now."

As he spoke, a peculiar sensation took hold of him.

He was in another company's building, yet here he was, recruiting for his own.

A glint of bewilderment shone in the girl's eyes, quickly replaced by excitement.

She hurried over to Zhang Chen.

"Please, take a seat and tell me about yourself," Zhang Chen said warmly.

The girl sat down gracefully and began, "Hello, Big Brother. My name is Wang Yunan, and I'm a senior at Ningzhou University. My family lives in Ningzhou. My school arranged internships in other provinces, but I wanted to find my own place to intern."

"I'm studying hotel management, but I haven't been able to find a suitable hotel to work at, so I thought I'd take my chances here."

"I'm a quick learner and not afraid of hard work in the slightest!"

Zhang Chen paused, impressed.

A student from Ningzhou University's hotel management program?

She was the perfect fit!

And he was quite taken with Wang Yunan's can-do attitude.

Zhang Chen inquired with a chuckle, "Why do you say you're not afraid of hard work?"

Without missing a beat, Wang Yunan replied, "I come from a rural family. I've been doing all sorts of work since I was little. I'm used to enduring hardship, and my academic knowledge is strong—I've earned numerous certificates and awards."

"I'm ready to learn whatever I need to."

The countryside.

Zhang Chen couldn't explain why, but the word stirred a warm familiarity within him.

For so long, any mention of the countryside would be met with nothing but scorn.

Wang Yunan waited with bated breath.

Zhang Chen chuckled and inquired, "What salary are you looking for?"

Without a moment's hesitation, Wang Yunan declared, "Three thousand is all I need! I'm up for any task!"

As she finished, a glimmer of hope sparkled in her eyes while she gazed intently at Zhang Chen, her heart brimming with anticipation.

Zhang Chen paused, momentarily taken aback. By Ningzhou's standards, three thousand wasn't much, but his curiosity was piqued.

"Why three thousand?" he asked, still smiling, now genuinely intrigued by the young woman before him.

Wang Yunan replied, a touch of embarrassment in her voice, "My mother's bedridden with a serious illness; she needs a thousand yuan each month. My brother's in school, and that's another thousand. The last thousand is for my own living expenses..."

Hearing this, Zhang Chen was momentarily speechless. He had considered many scenarios, but this was one he hadn't anticipated. A surge of empathy welled up inside him.

Without further ado, Zhang Chen made his offer, "Alright, I'll start you at a base salary of three thousand. And if you're as capable as you claim, I assure you, there will be plenty of bonuses."

He meant every word. The three thousand yuan was Wang Yunan's salary, but it was also a gesture honoring the compassion he felt.

The rest, the potential bonuses, would be a testament to Wang Yunan's abilities.

Wang Yunan was momentarily taken aback, then her excitement overflowed. "Thank you so much, Big Brother!" she exclaimed with heartfelt thanks.

Zhang Chen grinned, "There's no need to thank me. When can you start?"

"Anytime!" Wang Yunan replied eagerly.

"Great," Zhang Chen said with a smile. "Wait for me at the entrance. I need to sort out a few things upstairs, and then I'll take you to your new job."

Confusion crossed Wang Yunan's face. "Isn't my job here?"

Shaking his head, Zhang Chen explained with a hint of resignation, "I'm not with Dafu Group. Did you think you were going to work for them?"

Wang Yunan hastened to shake her head, her smile pure and sincere. "No, you're so kind-hearted. Whatever job you have in mind, I'm with you all the way! And if there's something I don't know, I'll learn!"

Zhang Chen gave a satisfied nod.

Without further hesitation, he turned and left his office, making a beeline for Chen Dafu's office.

As Zhang Chen stepped off the elevator, he was greeted by Chen Dafu and Director Zhu, who were already waiting by the doors with respectful anticipation.

Zhang Chen flashed a wide smile. "Here we are again, Director Chen."

Chen Dafu returned the smile, though tinged with nervousness. "Young Master Chen, you flatter me with your courtesy."

Dispensing with small talk, Zhang Chen got straight to the point. "I've come to seek your assistance with a matter."

With those words, a sharp glint of determination flickered in his eyes.