There was a momentary regret that she should have been more moderate, but she quickly resolved to be firm.
The workplace is another world of survival of the fittest. If you fall behind, you get trampled, but if you stand up and fight, you rise.
Being the daughter-in-law of the Seomun family was still a secret for now, but she felt the weight on her shoulders, knowing it would be revealed when the time comes.
The intimidation, responsibility, and compulsion to not be like others, to stand out, and the atmosphere that it must be exceptional.
To be able to nod in agreement and be recognized when people find out later. Above all, if she were like the interns who just graduated from college at this age, she might as well die.
Just then, when the department head received an internal call and left, Director Kim Wooyeon approached Taehee.
“I looked at the report, and it seems like you’ve done this more than once. Have you worked for a company before?”
Seeing the prickly tone in his throwaway remark, it seemed like he was trying to assert dominance. We’re the same age, but I’m the boss, so don’t climb up.
Moreover, the atmosphere that didn’t look easy at all, combined with the department head’s praise, distorted her facial expression even more.
Even though she may offer a moderate response, she had no intention of competing with him just because they were the same age and had no intention of pretending to play dead.
“Yes, I worked for a company until last year.”
“Well, if you’re this age and haven’t experienced company life, you’re an idiot. Right?”
The fox-like smile at the end of his red lips was like a fox catching a chicken. But what can you do? If you’re a fox, I’m a gumiho.
“Yes, of course. How could I not have experienced company life?”
Taehee responded with a kind smile without yielding.
Although it started as an internship, she would be promoted once she got used to the work. Knowing that, she had studied hard for several months to avoid becoming a parachute without abilities.
Since she was going to do something, might as well do it properly. It was partly because of her unsatisfied and stubborn personality, not just for work or life, but mainly for herself.
“Well, since you’ve worked for a company, you must understand. There’s not much that entry-level employees can do, and the higher-ups are busy with meetings. The supervisors and managers responsible for actual work are the busiest and have a mountain of tasks.”
“Of course, I understand.”
“If you know that well, then I’ll ask for a favor. The vice president asked me to investigate and analyze the sales strategies of domestic and foreign competitors, and he wants a report. I have so much on my plate. Can you handle it?”
“Yes.”
Even with the satisfactory expression on Director Kim’s face after Taehee’s warm response this time, he was about to turn away.
“But, Director.”
When Taehee called him again, Director Kim looked at her again with an expression of disbelief.
Since I haven’t been assigned a supervisor yet, it might be a bit difficult for me to handle tasks arbitrarily on your behalf, Director. Other people seem quite busy too. If you can instruct me through the department head, I’ll do my best to assist you with your tasks, Director.”
While Taehee smiled brightly, Director Kim’s eye corners trembled.
Unable to refute since she was right in her claim, all he could do was glare at her with a gaze that said, “What audacity is this?”
At that moment, the department head, looking visibly tense, appeared quickly.
“The new CEO is touring each department right now. He’ll visit our department in 5 minutes, so everyone tidy up your desks neatly and be prepared for any questions about your tasks!”
With that, the department was thrown into chaos. As they quickly got up to tidy up, Taehee asked the closest colleague.
“A new CEO has arrived?”
“Oh, it’s been a little over a month. I don’t know the reason, but he’s been so hush-hush from the top that there wasn’t even an inauguration ceremony. I don’t know his name yet. He said he’d visit each department soon and show his face. Looks like it’s today.”
A new hotel CEO veiled in mystery. It felt strange for some reason.
“Oh, right. The new CEO got married the week before last, and he returned from the honeymoon last week. It’s his first day at work today. He gave each employee a golden piggy bank as a gift during the week he got married. It would have been nice if Taehee had been there at that time.”
Wait, I also got married the week before last, returned from the honeymoon last week, and today is my first day at work, right?
Turns Out He’s Been Secretly in Love with Me
One-line summary: He acts like he doesn’t like her but is actually playing hard to get.
Synopsis:
Xu Muzhou like her. He has liked her for a very long time, and through repeated schemes, he finally closed the distance with her.
But this is still far from enough.
He wants to be the one who stands out among her many suitors, to fight for her attention, and to make her take the initiative to pursue him.
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