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After Xie Xiao entered, he saw that the lights were off in the house, probably meaning that Luo Yanran had already gone to sleep.

Still, he turned on a wall lamp, mainly because he was afraid she might wake up to some noise and be frightened by the sounds in the dark.

But it seemed like Luo Yanran was truly exhausted from flying today.

Xie Xiao left his suitcase in the living room without bringing it inside.

He tiptoed in, and the person on the bed was sleeping soundly.

Xie Xiao's body relaxed slightly.

In fact, knowing that Luo Yanran was sleeping alone here, he could hardly relax.

Xie Xiao was actually considering the possibility of moving.

But Luo Yanran thought it was too troublesome.

The house they bought would be ready in a month or two, and decorating it would probably take most of the half year.

At the earliest, they wouldn't move in until next year.

Xie Xiao was still very worried about the security here; he looked at Luo Yanran on the bed and thought that maybe they should discuss it again tomorrow.

He still wanted to find a place and move out.

Xie Xiao grabbed his pajamas and went to the next room to shower.

It was already late, so after a quick wash, he came out.

This time when he came in, he just saw Luo Yanran sitting up.

Luo Yanran, seeing Xie Xiao suddenly appearing in the room, was visibly shocked.

Her eyes looked a bit dazed, carrying the haze of just waking up.

Xie Xiao walked over with a slight chuckle, "Why are you up?"

Luo Yanran blinked slowly as if she suddenly realized what had happened and abruptly reached out to hug Xie Xiao, "When did you come back?"

Her voice carried happiness and surprise.

Xie Xiao laughed and wrapped his arms around her, "I just got back not too long ago. I didn't tell you because I didn't want you staying up waiting for me..."

"No wonder you didn't reply to my messages. I thought you were busy..." Luo Yanran said with joy as she kissed him a few times, "Weren't you supposed to come back tomorrow?"

"I was supposed to, but I came back as soon as I finished up the work." Xie Xiao kissed her cheeks a few times, seeing her eyes smile, "You're that happy?"

"Yes~ I just thought I was dreaming."

"Silly..."

The couple's whispers in the deep of the night were warm and comforting.

But the next morning before leaving for work, both of them still had a cup of coffee.

No help for it; the first day back to work after a vacation really is hard to get going.

Xie Xiao originally wanted to drive Luo Yanran to her office, but in the end, they went their separate ways on the subway, the route packed throughout.

It was better than squeezing among people.

Xie Xiao punched in at work just in time.

This was the latest he had arrived since he started working here.

Secretary Huang greeted him with a smile, "I thought you were going to be late. Didn't you say you might take the morning off yesterday?"

Xie Xiao replied with a smile, "No, I came back early because I finished my work."

Everyone seemed still in recovery mode on the first day back from vacation, but Xie Xiao's workload was only increasing, not decreasing.

However, he had gotten used to it.

Just before leaving work, Secretary Huang, just out of the general manager's office, told Xie Xiao, "The boss has to entertain some guests later, and you need to go with him."

Xie Xiao was surprised. Although Xu Hao had assigned him plenty of work before, social engagements usually included Secretary Huang.

This time, it was suddenly his turn to go.

But he didn't have time to think over it much. Secretary Huang had already started briefing him on the preferences of the executives they would dine with that day.

In conclusion, "After dinner with them, General Manager Xu usually goes straight upstairs for a massage, and that's when you can relax a bit."

Xie Xiao's expression twisted slightly at the mention of the massage...

Was it really appropriate?

He was a married man, after all, and any impropriety would be hard to explain.

Sister Huang seemed to notice his concerns and chuckled, "What are you thinking, my boy? Our General Manager Xu is a decent man. Okay, get ready, and I'll send you a copy of the personal dossier I've compiled on the preferences of the various bosses."

Sister Huang's generous sharing surprised Xie Xiao.

After all, she probably had observed and noted these details herself after many social interactions.

These weren't the sort of insights money could buy, and she was sharing them with him just like that?

"Thank you, Sister Huang, I don't even know how to thank you," Xie Xiao quickly stood up, "How about I treat you to a meal in a few days?"

Sister Huang waved her hand, unconcerned, "No worries, we'll talk about it when the time comes. General Manager Xu also told me to take good care of you."

In fact, when General Manager Xu had initially talked to her about taking Xie Xiao to the social events, Sister Huang couldn't help but show a strange expression.

Anybody who felt their job was under threat wouldn't look too pleased.

Then Xu Hao saw it and directly pointed a few things out.

Like how Xie Xiao was someone the big boss had sent personally and Xu Hao was to guide him.

Also, it was probably that by next year at the latest, Xu Hao would be reassigned back.

Just a few remarks were enough.

Although Sister Huang was shocked, she understood the implications of what Xu Hao had pointed out.

Xie Xiao was no simple character, and helping him out casually now could definitely benefit her in the future.

Xie Xiao also accepted her favor, especially since this engagement had come up unexpectedly. Explore stories at empire

Sister Huang's help had saved him a lot of trouble.

Moreover, Xie Xiao could tell from her surreptitious glances that it was very likely Xu Hao had revealed his identity to her.

Sure enough, later in the car, Xu Hao said, "Xiao Xie, I've roughly disclosed your identity to Secretary Huang, so your work from now on will be much easier."

Xie Xiao smiled and said, "Thank you, Uncle Xu,"

Xu Hao looked at Xie Xiao with satisfaction, admiring his youth, drive, intelligence, and humility.

Old Luo's daughter had an eye as good as his.

Xu Hao waved his hand, "I just like taking the shortest and quickest path; taking the right shortcuts can save a lot of effort. Xiao Xie, you should know that as long as you know how to use people effectively, many things will be much easier."

"No one is omnipotent, everyone has their weaknesses, but you have to remember, you're the boss..."

Throughout the journey, Xu Hao talked to Xie Xiao about many aspects of management.

This was both sharing experience and imparting lessons.

Xie Xiao felt truly fortunate; along the way, he had met people who were helpful to him.

This had made his journey tiring, though without significant setbacks.

But sometimes, one simply shouldn't speak too soon.

Just as Xie Xiao was internally commending his good fortune, trouble really did arise during the social interactions.

To his shock, he saw a sinister figure standing behind the boss he was dining with today.

And it looked very familiar.

Xie Xiao sighed inwardly, wondering why he kept encountering people from his past lately.

Yan Shi, just as before, stood somberly behind his own boss, listening to their small talk.

All he had to do was stand there diligently.

But a gaze lingered on him too long.

Yan Shi looked up and saw Xie Xiao, dressed in a suit, standing behind another boss.