The tea table by the window emitted a faint scent of tea; tilting one's head revealed the bustling streets outside. The slanting western sun shone on the plane tree leaves by the road, with the gentle breeze scattering vibrant green all around.
"Thank you for your advice. But I've gotten used to being alone, and suddenly bringing soone else into my life might not suit . Besides, we won are different from you n; we generally don't just pursue pleasure. Only when the feelings between two people are genuine does anything naturally happen. At least, that's how it is for ."
Liu ijun's words were sincere, and she was candid with Chen Feng about her views on relationships. Their relationship was such that it was natural for them to be open with each other. After all, their connection was strong, their status was equal, they collaborated happily, and they didn't have to hide anything from each other or be hypocritical.
Most importantly, Chen Feng had always been honest with her, and he had helped her significantly during the company's restructuring. In this mutual exchange of favors, Liu ijun felt little psychological defense toward him.
"You seem to be holding onto traditional, old-fashioned female viewpoints. Many Western-influenced, new female ideologies are not like this. The new woman of today seeks freedom, independence, and liberation. What n enjoy, they want too; what n don't have, they aim to acquire. In all aspects, they want to surpass n.
In terms of male-female relationships, this manifests as chaotic private lives, promiscuity, simultaneously dating several n and treating them like ATMs. So wealthy won even mimic the behavior of rich n by keeping a few 'boy toys' on the side. Such won are admired and emulated by many so-called modern-day females."
Liu ijun couldn't help but laugh after hearing Chen Feng: "It seems you have so issues with us won."
Chen Feng corrected her: "I have issues with these so-called modern won."
Liu ijun shook her head: "You're being extre. I believe most won are still quite conservative, especially regarding relationships. After all, we won have a lot to lose in these matters. If we accidentally get pregnant, it's devastating both physically and ntally for us. So most won won't just have affairs."
Chen Feng, hearing this, thought it was inappropriate to argue further.
After all, they had co to the teahouse to chat leisurely, not to argue or incite any gender battles.
"Maybe." Chen Feng responded noncommittally, then changed the topic to other matters.
They chatted in the teahouse for over two hours, only leaving when it was ti for dinner.
Chen Feng declined Liu ijun's invitation for dinner, and they went their separate ways.
Overall, the two got along well and shared similar views on many issues. Even when they disagreed, they wouldn't argue.
Both were relatively easygoing, especially when their interests aligned and there was no conflict; neither was aggressive.
They were sowhat content with the status quo, even complacent at tis.
Of course, in terms of ambition, Liu ijun was much stronger than him.
However, Liu ijun said that her motivation to earn money was mainly for her daughter and because she wanted to keep herself busy after the divorce, preventing her mind from wandering.
Otherwise, her family's wealth was considerable, and she wasn't one to squander money. Even without working, she could ensure a comfortable life for her and her daughter.
Now, she worked hard to secure a prosperous future for her daughter, Qin Xiaorou.
As the saying goes, parents' love is universal.
When he got ho, Sun and Wu hadn't eaten yet and were waiting for him.
The three had dinner together, and Sun Xiaorui volunteered to wash the dishes. anwhile, Wu ngting and Chen Feng watched TV in the living room.
After a while, Wu ngting asked, "What logistics information did you have Xinyan prepare?"
Chen Feng casually replied, "It's not for anything specific, just sothing to keep her busy."
Wu ngting was montarily taken aback before reacting with amusent: "If she knew all her effort went to waste, she'd be furious. I've seen her tirelessly working on it for days."
Chen Feng laughed: "Isn't it better this way? It's much better than her idling around and bothering . Besides, although I don't find these materials particularly useful, I will look them over. To give a clear understanding of our company's logistics and employee housing. Otherwise, I wouldn't be a competent boss at all."
Wu ngting gave him a slightly knowing look.
Chen Feng could sense her implied aning and laughed: "Don't think I'm incompetent. I delegate authority to you and Sijia, recognizing your talents. Just like Emperor Gaozu of Han did."
"You're right." Wu ngting nodded, sowhat perfunctorily.
Chen Feng, noticing her reaction, said a bit discontentedly, "Am I wrong?"
Wu ngting said, "I think appointing Jin Xinyan as your personal assistant is inappropriate. She's a young lady with little work experience and social exposure. She doesn't understand much about your personal matters, so she can't do the job well."
Upon hearing this, Chen Feng knew she was still displeased with Jin Xinyan taking over her role.
He had to explain once more: "As I ntioned before, my primary criteria for a personal assistant are trustworthiness and reliability, rather than capability."
"Do you really find her trustworthy?" Wu ngting asked, giving him a sidelong glance.
Chen Feng countered, "Do you not find her trustworthy?"
Shaking her head, Wu ngting replied, "I didn't say that. I just think she's not suitable for your assistant role. Instead of letting her do it, it would be better for Little Rui to take the position."
"Little Rui is doing well in the company and is technically my work assistant, so there's no need to make her my personal assistant too."
"You should consider finding soone more fitting. Jin Xinyan isn't the right choice."
Seeing her persistent disagreent, Chen Feng refrained from arguing further and said, "For now, let's see how Xinyan does. If she's truly unfit, we'll replace her later. There's no need to be upset."
"I'm not upset," Wu ngting responded calmly.
Chen Feng, sowhat speechless, said, "Okay then, you're not upset."
They remained silent, each watching TV, lost in their own thoughts.
By the following afternoon, Chen Feng received the company logistics materials from Jin Xinyan. She had made a professional-looking PDF docunt, twenty-so pages long, almost like a thesis.
It was clear Jin Xinyan had poured much effort into this docunt.
Chen Feng felt a slight pang of guilt. However, he reminded himself that as the boss and a capitalist, he paid Xinyan a trial salary of twenty thousand a month. Having her create such a report was perfectly reasonable. A competent employer maximizes employee productivity without unnecessary compassion.
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