Chapter 56 There Is Something Wrong with These Chopsticks

The stark contrast between before and after made Bai Kewei’s heart pound wildly, like a startled fawn. Lin Bai said nothing, busy negotiating with the system.

“Hang Ge, did you arrange this?”

[Beep! Yes. Bai Kewei is a treasure of a girl. This system, considering professional competence, appearance, and character, has specially selected her as the host’s personal assistant.]

Lin Bai suddenly understood—if the system approved, it meant Bai Kewei was indeed exceptional.

“Not bad. You’re an intern, right? How long have you been with the company?” Lin Bai asked Bai Kewei.

“Boss, I just passed the final interview yesterday. Today’s my first day.”

Lin Bai raised an eyebrow, silently impressed by the system’s efficiency.

“Good. We’re about the same age, maybe I’m even a few years younger. No need to be so formal when we’re off duty—just call me Lin Bai.”

“No, no, that won’t do. Absolutely not, Director Lin,” Bai Kewei waved her hands hurriedly.

Lin Bai rubbed his nose. “Alright then, just call me Brother Bai.”

“Ah? Brother Bai? That... doesn’t sound quite right.”

“That’s an order.” Lin Bai feigned sternness.

“Okay, okay, Brother Bai it is.”

Satisfied, Lin Bai smiled and shifted the conversation. “What did you want to talk to me about?”

Snapping out of her daze, Bai Kewei quickly opened the folder in her hands.

“It’s like this, Director Lin—oh, no, Brother Bai—you still need to sign several share transfer agreements you previously approved, and there are a few major company decisions pending your signature as well.”

Bai Kewei carefully arranged the documents and handed them to Lin Bai with both hands.

Seeing a thick stack of papers as big as a palm, Lin Bai groaned. “So many? How long will it take me to sign all this?”

Bai Kewei smiled wryly. “Brother Bai, these documents must be signed by you before they take effect. Without your signature, nothing can move forward.”

Lin Bai sighed and took the pen, beginning to sign one by one.

Halfway through, he set the pen down and rubbed his aching wrist.

“You sign these from now on. Come to me only if there’s something you can’t handle.”

Bai Kewei’s mouth opened slightly, her finger pointing at herself. “Me? I? No way, Brother Bai. That’s absolutely impossible.”

She was genuinely frightened.

In her mind, just passing the interview and entering Zunhe Industrial was a stroke of luck; becoming the chairman’s personal assistant was a dream come true.

Now the chairman wanted to delegate signing authority to her!

It was overwhelming—she even wondered if she was still dreaming.

——

Lin Bai knew full well how much power the seemingly simple title of chairman’s signing authority carried.

Only because the system backed him did he dare entrust Bai Kewei with such responsibility.

The system had vouched for her character and abilities; what was there to worry about?

“It’s settled then. When you get back, draft a contract for the chairman’s signing authority. Sign it yourself first, then bring it to me.”

“Brother Bai, this...” Bai Kewei hesitated.

Lin Bai raised a hand to stop her. “That’s final. Also, I don’t want too many people to know my identity. Next time you come to see me, don’t dress so formally—something casual and natural.”

Bai Kewei nodded softly. “Okay, Brother Bai.”

“Hmm, by the way, how’s the company running? Besides me, how many shareholders are there?”

Bai Kewei had already done her homework last night and began to explain immediately.

“The company is operating well. Last year’s net profit was 25.8 billion. Besides you, there are four shareholders: Xue Xiaoqing with 25%, Wang Chengren with 10%, Chen Yanning with 9%, and Wang Lei with 5%.”

Lin Bai nodded slightly.

He owned 51% of the shares; together, the others totaled just 49%.

“Oh, one more thing. Do you know about the recent campus recruitment?”

Lin Bai suddenly remembered the matter.

Bai Kewei nodded. “Yes, Brother Bai. I came in through campus recruitment. Our school had only three slots, and I was one of them.”

Her playful tone caught Lin Bai off guard.

Realizing she had overstepped, Bai Kewei quickly lowered her head and apologized, “Sorry, Brother Bai, I...”

“No! That’s good. I like it. Keep being genuine like this.”

“Jiangcheng University also has three slots. One of them was taken by someone named Zhou Teng. Do you know him?”

This question stumped Bai Kewei. She pursed her lips and honestly shook her head.

“No, I don’t.”

Lin Bai understood—it was her first day; how could she know so much?

He gently patted her shoulder. “No worries. Check on this for me when you get back. Tell me as soon as you have news.”

“Got it, Brother Bai.”

“And don’t forget about the chairman’s signing authority contract. I don’t have much time to sign.”

“Okay, Brother Bai. I’ll start preparing it.”

“Good. That’s all for now. You have my contact info—reach out anytime.”

“Will do, Brother Bai.”

After speaking, Lin Bai opened the car door and headed towards the school.

——

Bai Kewei got out from the other side, watching Lin Bai walk away.

Only when he disappeared into the crowd did she return to the car and lean back in her seat, massaging her chest.

“Whew—”

Then she rubbed her face.

“Am I dreaming?”

——

At noon, while eating in the cafeteria with Qin Ruowei, Lin Bai spotted Wang Peichuan, who was also having lunch. After a moment’s thought, he approached and sat down opposite him.

Wang Peichuan’s hand trembled slightly, spilling some soup.

“What are you doing?”

Lin Bai held Wang Peichuan back as he tried to rise. “Relax. As long as you don’t do anything bad, I don’t have time to beat you up.”

“Tell Zhou Teng, as a fellow alumnus, I don’t want things to escalate. I hope he feels the same. I want to meet him and settle our dispute once and for all. You have my number.”

After speaking, Lin Bai patted Wang Peichuan’s shoulder lightly and returned to his seat.

“Hey... what have you been up to these past couple of days, all secretive like this? What shady business are you hiding, huh?” Qin Ruowei’s pretty face hovered close, eyes inquisitive.

Lin Bai scratched his nose guiltily. “What shady business could I be involved in? I...”

[Beep! Side quest triggered!]

[Side Quest: Harmony Brings Wealth.]

[Harmony Brings Wealth: Make Qin Ruowei aware of the relationship between the host and Li Ruonan, and find a way to ensure Qin Ruowei and Li Ruonan get along peacefully. Time limit: 1 week, countdown 6 days 23:59:59...]

[Reward: Unlocks affection attribute with the opposite sex.]

[Failure penalty: Death!]

The system’s voice cut off Lin Bai’s words.

After listening carefully, Lin Bai’s grip on his chopsticks tightened involuntarily.

Snap!

The chopsticks broke in two. Qin Ruowei looked at him with a puzzled expression. “Lin Bai, what’s wrong?”

Lin Bai waved his hand. “Nothing. These chopsticks were defective.”