The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 596 - 593 Cost 3_1

She detailed the circumstances of each individual: "This one previously held an executive position in a state-owned enterprise, and his performance has been deteriorating over the years. This next one boasted he would lead the group onto the world stage, yet he failed in several overseas mergers and acquisitions. As for another, it’s not even worth mentioning; his several overseas investments were all disastrous, resulting in significant losses. To the public, they are well-known figures, but in the industry, they’re all just jokes..."

In comparison, Huang Xiaojue’s career path seemed divinely inspired, simply brilliant. At the very least, he had a record of leading a team to miraculously achieve an IPO, and moreover, for three consecutive years, he had delivered the top performance at headquarters.

His achievements didn’t stem merely from his few years as general manager, but from the solid foundation built during his several years as a regional manager. You have to admit, sometimes fate especially favors certain individuals, ensuring everything they do is smooth sailing.

Upon discovering this, Zhou Ting’s father had an even more urgent attitude than Zhou Ting herself—securing Huang Xiaojue was imperative.

"Xiaojue, no one is more suitable than you. They’re not even in your league..."

Slowly closing the file, Huang Xiaojue reflected. If this were three years ago, he would have been overjoyed, viewing this opportunity as a gift from heaven. But now, he merely fell into deep thought. Nothing in this world truly falls from the sky for free.

"Zhou Ting, I need to think this over carefully."

She laughed. "Of course, the final decision is yours. I just think it’s a rare opportunity."

The two continued to chat for a while. Towards the end, Zhou Ting casually mentioned, "I heard that Yan Xixi is preparing for Harvard. It seems Wan Donglin has really taken her under his wing. They say all her references come from very influential figures..."

Huang Xiaojue offered a faint smile, neither confirming nor denying.

"Even more impressive is that your group’s president also personally wrote her a recommendation letter. Xiaojue, it seems the credit for this must go to you."

Huang Xiaojue responded calmly, "We always provide favorable treatment to former employees who performed well. It’s a way of acknowledging and respecting the efforts they made while working here."

His answer was watertight, and Zhou Ting was very content with it. If Huang Xiaojue had denied it or stumbled over his words, she would have felt uncomfortable. But his reply was so "official," strictly business. Employees—just employees. He didn’t even mention Yan Xixi’s name. Good. And she, on her part, had made her point crystal clear: Yan Xixi was counting on Wan Donglin for Harvard; there was absolutely no future for him with her. Some lingering hopes were best cut off early.

Zhou Ting smiled. "Xiaojue, would you be able to make some time this weekend? My father wishes to meet you."

Huang Xiaojue was slightly surprised but replied honestly, "I have a meeting this weekend; it was scheduled some time ago."

Zhou Ting replied readily, "That’s fine. We’ll arrange it when you have time."

He escorted her back politely. Though their interaction felt close, it wasn’t overly familiar or intimate.

Unlike his mother, he hadn’t let the beautiful woman and luxury car turn his head. When someone offers you benefits far exceeding your own worth, shouldn’t you first consider if you’re truly in a position, or even capable, of accepting such a grand prize?

Given his current standing, Huang Xiaojue couldn’t possibly know the full extent of the treacherous, shifting power struggles unfolding. However, he instinctively sensed something was amiss. Shouldn’t he evaluate the situation thoroughly before going all in?