"Oh, I remember now, it's her. Didn't she just join the company not long ago? She got promoted so quickly?" Bai Suxiang said in surprise, chiming in with Ali.
"Yeah, it's true. I heard the order will be issued in the next couple of days, just you wait and see!" Ali said earnestly.
"If people get promoted, they must have the ability. We should just work hard, and when we get promoted someday..." Bai Suxiang hadn't finished lamenting when Ali interrupted her.
"Hey, what are you talking about, I heard..." Ali changed the subject and began gossiping about what Zuo Ruxiu had been up to these past few days.
It turned out that because she had performed well in rescuing Cai Rong last time, she had gained immense appreciation from the boss, who had specifically praised her in a meeting.
Cai Rong, at his age, was experiencing a decline in his health. Previous check-ups had not revealed any signs of heart disease. However, this episode of illness had directly labeled him as a heart patient.
So, the doctor advised him to carry emergency medication like heart pills with him at all times.
Cai Rong saw this as a good excuse. This way, he could ensure someone would bring him his medicine and also guarantee that someone would be there to save him immediately if something happened.
Afterward, he asked Zuo Ruxiu how she knew these first-aid skills. Zuo Ruxiu said that in the countryside, where medical facilities were poor, she had learned some first-aid knowledge.
Cai Rong didn't delve into whether this was true or not. Based solely on his experience this time, if it hadn't been for Zuo Ruxiu, he might have been dead by now.
The doctor had also said that if there had been even a moment's delay, it would have been too late to save him.
From this perspective, she was his savior.
Using the doctor's recommendation as a pretext, Cai Rong directly changed her job title to personal assistant, much like a bodyguard, making her responsible for his daily life and meals.
Such a title was probably unique to the Wuma Group.
"But she's still a cleaner, she hasn't been promoted!" Bai Suxiang interjected.
"Hey, don't interrupt, listen to me," Ali said, fanning herself habitually, signaling Bai Suxiang to remain silent and let her explain the whole story.
"Personal assistant," who would have thought what Cai Rong had initially planned?
In any case, Zuo Ruxiu also assumed it was like being a bodyguard, following him wherever he went and carrying a first-aid kit.
However, after a day or two of trying it out, she found the arrangement peculiar. Which boss takes a doctor with them when going out for business?
He only had a mild heart condition, and taking his medication at home on time and carrying heart pills was sufficient.
Cai Rong also seemed to realize this problem, and at her suggestion, her role was changed to that of an assistant.
Of course, from then on, she no longer had to do cleaning work.
After Zuo Ruxiu stopped cleaning and became an assistant, she truly understood the vast difference between the two roles.
One involved back-breaking labor, the other was relaxed and comfortable; one was dirty and smelly every day, the other was glamorous; one was constantly being looked down upon, the other was met with smiles and calls of "Sister Xiu!"
Such a life was truly wonderful.
She understood, of course, that all of this was thanks to Cai Rong. Just like Er Niuzi, marrying a rich man, living a life of luxury and ease!
Therefore, no matter what, she had to cling to Cai Rong. As long as he was there, she would never have to lower her head and work again.
Cai Rong thought the same way.
From the moment he assigned her to his side, he had been considering how to keep her with him legitimately.
Chinese law did not permit concubinage, so this matter had to be disguised under a different title. Those who could have multiple wives in Changyu City were mostly from decades ago. In the present day, doing so would be against the law.
Cai Rong had to find another title.
Assistant and secretary were just titles, but the most important thing was to give his family, especially his wife, an explanation.
He had always been used to making his own decisions for many years, so this time he acted unilaterally without any consultation. He sent his wife back to their hometown and started living with Zuo Ruxiu in Changyu City.
The reason for this arrangement was primarily that the deed was done.
Because one night, he intentionally drank a bit and pretended to be drunk. Zuo Ruxiu, as his personal assistant, was naturally responsible for helping him wash up and get to bed.
"Director Cai, Director Cai, wake up, wake up, hurry, wash up before you sleep!"
Cai Rong lay on the sofa in the apartment, and Zuo Ruxiu was trying to help him up.
Cai Rong had collapsed on the sofa as soon as he entered the door. He felt he hadn't drunk much, even less than two ounces of baijiu compared to the previous two times.
Although the doctor had advised him to drink less, he disregarded it for his ulterior motives.
He would drink, but in smaller quantities.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he lay on the sofa, he felt weak all over, especially his head, which felt sluggish and constantly wanted to sleep.
Zuo Ruxiu's calls stirred the desires within him. A blazing fire, as if he wanted to devour her whole, ignited.
He raised his hand and placed it on Zuo Ruxiu's body. Zuo Ruxiu's heart sank.
"Catch him, catch him, and you'll soar to the heavens, becoming second only to the boss in Wuma Group! You'll eat endless delicacies, wear endless fine silks, and enjoy endless prosperity and wealth..."
A voice echoed in her ear, describing the future possibilities.
This was the will of Soul Spirit Number Twelve, which it imposed on Zuo Ruxiu.
Before she came to the city, she might have resisted. But since arriving in the city, especially with more and more people greeting her with "Good morning, Sister Xiu! Good morning, Sister Xiu!" at Wuma Group every day, this sense of satisfaction made her unwilling to return to her past.
Refusal meant all of this would be lost to her; submission meant all of it would become a reality. The only difficulty was taking that first step.
Someone had said that if a woman was willing to take off her clothes, she could have anything she wanted.
She had thought about it at home before, but it was only a thought. Who would have imagined that things would happen so coincidentally?
This old man in front of her, though not much older than her father, was rich, very rich.
Cai Rong paid no mind to what Zuo Ruxiu was thinking. They were alone in the apartment, a man and a woman, and he had had a bit to drink, so his courage naturally grew.
He couldn't help but increase his strength, his hand moving towards that area with force.
It was elastic and full of temptation.
Seeing that Zuo Ruxiu didn't resist, he became even more unrestrained in his caresses.
Everything seemed to fall into place naturally, and the next day, he sheepishly said to Zuo Ruxiu, "I will definitely take responsibility for you!"
Zuo Ruxiu said nothing, but a displeased expression appeared on her face.
This expression made Cai Rong feel extremely guilty. At his age, he had failed to control himself.
But who, seeing Zuo Ruxiu's back, wouldn't have wandering thoughts?
He had lost control many times already. If it weren't for the inappropriate time and place, he would have succeeded long ago.
"Wuwuwu..."