Fated Love With the Billionaire-Chapter 3 - north

He first thought of that Jade Jiali ad when he mentioned Chen Ningxi, then the expansion approval documents she refused to sign.

It seemed the hotel manager had to step up for what the employees couldn't accomplish.

Chen Ningxi shifted her gaze downward, stopping at his slender, clean hands, and she lightly clasped them, "Hello, Manager Cheng, please have a seat."

She gestured, and Cheng Qiaobei pulled out a chair and sat gracefully.

Cheng Qiaobei placed the prepared documents on the table and smiled at Chen Ningxi, "Mr. Chen, I'm here about the expansion equipment again. Last time, our employee didn't explain it clearly, leading to a misunderstanding about the installation location. Today I've brought all the materials for your review; if you have any questions, I can clarify them for you in person."

Chen Ningxi opened the materials, only finding an extra blueprint review from last time. She closed the documents and pushed them back, saying,

"Manager Cheng, based on the current materials you provided, it still can't pass approval."

Seeing his eyebrows slightly raised in doubt, Chen Ningxi opened the blueprint of the hotel surroundings, pointing to the northeast corner, and said,

"This is your designated installation location.

From the outside, installation indeed seems fine, but your engineer isn't familiar with the local natural environment and terrain.

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During the Zhoushan rainy season, landslides often occur, and this below is a mine. The mountain has already been hollowed out, filled with hundreds of kilometers of water. If there's a breach, a large volume of water will rush out, destroying the transformers and the high-voltage lines connected to them. At that point, not only will the hotel's safety be affected but also the surrounding residents.

Manager Cheng, you can't neglect the safety and well-being of the local people just to make money."

Cheng Qiaobei furrowed his brow, "... Landslides often occur?"

Sensing his skepticism, Chen Ningxi nodded, "Yes."

Cheng Qiaobei said, "May I inquire, can I see any investigation files?"

Chen Ningxi said, "I don't have the investigation files, but I grew up there and know the environment well."

To Cheng Qiaobei, Chen Ningxi's words seemed like deliberate obstruction.

Before coming, Cheng Qiaobei prepared by placing a bank card in front of her and said, "It's okay, can you see if this meets the approval requirements?"

If Chen Ningxi accepted this card, Cheng Qiaobei would immediately report it.

A bribe?

Chen Ningxi glanced at the bank card in front of her, her brow furrowing involuntarily, "Manager Cheng, what do you mean?"

"Heh," Cheng Qiaobei smiled, "Mr. Chen, the password is six zeros."

Chen Ningxi's face darkened completely, and she sternly said, "Manager Cheng, please take back your things."

Cheng Qiaobei fixed a straight gaze on the person opposite him, not taking it?

He couldn't read her thoughts anymore.

Chen Ningxi firmly said, "Manager Cheng, tomorrow I will provide you with a written report on the safety hazards of the mountain. Also, if I see anything other than materials on my desk next time, there's no need to come again."

Cheng Qiaobei felt disheartened, retrieved the bank card, and slowly leaned back, staring deeply at the document in front of him. After a moment, he said, "Mr. Chen, thank you for your advice, but can we reconsider the location? Installing the transformer at the front entrance of the hotel is indeed unattractive and affects the design of the fountain. I also have to consider the overall style of the hotel's decor."

Chen Ningxi firmly said, "No."

Cheng Qiaobei: "..."

She answered so decisively?

Actually, it wasn't her refusal that was decisive but the conclusions drawn from past news and colleague measurements sent on the field. A transformer isn't like anything else; high-voltage electricity isn't something to joke about. Everything was considered for safety.

Chen Ningxi waited for him to get up and leave, but Cheng Qiaobei clearly had no intention of doing so, leisurely flipping through the documents he had earlier.

A minute passed, and Cheng Qiaobei still didn't leave.

Chen Ningxi stared at the person opposite her, tapping her fingers lightly on the table, still not planning to leave?

She withdrew her hand and said, "Manager Cheng, we've given our opinions on the installation plan, why don't you take it back and reconsider?"

The message was clear; he should be leaving now, right?

Cheng Qiaobei smiled warmly and nodded. "Alright."

So, he should be leaving now.

But in the next second, Cheng Qiaobei checked his watch and politely invited, "It's just noon, would Mr. Chen like to join me for a meal?"

This...?

"Manager Cheng, no need for the formality; I'll skip lunch." Chen Ningxi wasn't naive; agreeing to a meal implied there was a breakthrough with her.

Cheng Qiaobei said, "Don't feel burdened; I simply want to make a friend in Danjiang. Actually, I was previously in charge of a hotel in Guangxi, and I only arrived in Danjiang last month. I'm not familiar with the area and have no friends. We'll inevitably meet often due to work. I just researched a few installation locations, and I wonder if I could take some of your lunch break to help me look them over. Is it possible?"

His sincere attitude, friendly tone, and handsome appearance made it hard for people to refuse.

But Chen Ningxi had to rush to Guo Heming's house to get a video at noon, she politely declined, "I'm sorry, Manager Cheng, I'm really busy today, maybe next time."

She started tidying up the files on her desk, and Cheng Qiaobei didn't rush to leave but instead took out a gold-embossed business card, placing it on her desk, "Mr. Chen, is it convenient to add you on WeChat? I can send you my ideas."

In a hurry, she took out her phone and opened the QR code. After scanning it, Cheng Qiaobei saw her selfie and WeChat nickname—Chen Ningxi.

He suddenly realized, "So you're the 'Ning' of 'An Ning.'"

"Who did you think it was?" Chen Ningxi questioned.

Cheng Qiaobei said, "'Gazing' Ning."

Their heads were close; when Chen Ningxi glanced up, she locked eyes with Cheng Qiaobei's deep gaze. She instinctively stood straight.

Cheng Qiaobei said, "Please approve it."

Chen Ningxi noticed the new friend request—I'm Cheng Qiaobei.

The WeChat profile was an underwater swimming photo; the water was crystal clear, with vividly colorful fish and coral, and his WeChat name was: north

His magnetic voice once again whispered in her ear, "In the future, whenever you travel, as long as there's a Jade Jiali chain hotel, you can stay for free with my business card."

Chen Ningxi glanced at the business card and then back at him. This man was too social, and her alert alarm suddenly went off. Similarly, Cheng Qiaobei noticed the fading smile on her lips and the wary look that crept into her eyes.

"..." Cheng Qiaobei thought to himself, darn, he was too eager. His intentionality was too strong, causing her to become resistant.

The Hengshun District's chain hotel was the key project of the year, and the sooner it operated, the better. He didn't expect it to be held up by an electricity approval procedure. Despite multiple negotiations by the staff, they couldn't resolve it. His father called yesterday, and he couldn't disappoint him again.

Chen Ningxi again distanced herself from Cheng Qiaobei, replying politely, "Thank you, I'm too busy with work to have time for outings."

Cheng Qiaobei saw her put the business card aside and could only choose to give way and leave.

Once he walked out of Chen Ningxi's office, the previously gentle expression instantly turned stern and serious until he got into the car and dialed a number.

"Check on Chen Ningxi," he said, then hung up the phone.