She spoke so decisively that Gao Yong seemed to have no choice but to believe her. Fine, her relationship with Zhan Mohan had nothing to do with him.
After the meeting with the person in charge, Wei Yumeng's translation was excellent, flowing seamlessly without a single mistake. This actually earned Gao Yong's admiration.
Most of the translators he had brought along before were mere decorations. When it came to translation, they could make him want to spit blood.
Only Wei Yumeng was considered decent. He had to re-evaluate her.
After signing the contract, Gao Yong checked the time.
"There's still an hour before registration, let's go now."
Wei Yumeng felt a surge of excitement. "Okay, President Gao."
Gao Yong glanced at her. "You've been waiting for this moment for a long time, haven't you?"
Wei Yumeng lowered her head awkwardly.
"President Gao must be very busy with matters at the company too, right?"
"Yes, there are quite a few things. I still have to report the project progress to my superiors." Gao Yong found it hard to articulate his feelings this time.
He had clearly intended to win the beauty's heart, but unexpectedly, he didn't get the beauty and almost offended President Zhan.
The only good thing was that the project was secured. Many people had been sent for this project before, but none were effective. He hadn't expected Wei Yumeng to be able to clinch it.
On the plane, Gao Yong had an idea and was about to lean in, but Wei Yumeng dodged him.
Gao Yong chuckled, neither crying nor laughing. "I didn't mean anything else. I just wanted to ask if I could find you for any translation-related work in the future."
Wei Yumeng hesitated. She didn't really want to interact with Gao Yong anymore. She had experienced the constant state of anxiety over the past two days, where she had to be wary of his every move, fearing a sudden move.
As she was pondering how to refuse Gao Yong, she heard him suddenly say again.
"Don't worry, it's just work. I have no other intentions. Wouldn't this also be beneficial for you at the company?"
Wei Yumeng found it difficult to refuse directly. Moreover, since Gao Yong had put it that way, if she refused again, wouldn't she appear to be unappreciative of his offer?
"Of course, President Gao thinking of looking for me again is also an affirmation of my work."
Back at the company, Wei Yumeng immediately placed her luggage under her seat. She still needed to report to Ning Tao.
Mu Linjing's eyes widened when she saw Wei Yumeng return.
"My goodness, you're back? So soon?"
Wei Yumeng placed her bag on her desk, preparing to take the invoice to the finance department for reimbursement.
Seeing Mu Linjing staring at her as if she had seen a ghost, she found it amusing.
"Looking at your expression, I feel like I might not have returned."
"It's not about not returning. President Gao also brought a few people for this project before, but none of them succeeded. Perhaps the translators weren't good enough."
Wei Yumeng asked in confusion, "Can't President Gao do it himself?"
"He can, but he didn't study it in depth. Few people study that language, but this project specifically required a professional. I didn't expect you to be capable. Did you sign the project?"
"Yes, after the translation, the other party was very satisfied with our proposal and signed it directly."
She touched her slightly sweaty nose. It wasn't that she found it particularly difficult; perhaps it was because she liked that language.
It was a niche language, rarely studied by many. She had chosen it purely out of interest back then.
Mu Linjing couldn't help but give her a thumbs-up. "Your status in the company is about to rise another level."
"It's just an ordinary project. I'm just an assistant; I'm not that amazing."
"By the way, President Gao... did he do anything to you?"
This Gao Yong was notoriously lecherous. Almost all female employees in the company avoided him. Of course, some had no choice but to face him.
Wei Yumeng found it difficult to conceal this matter, as concealment would only pique the other party's curiosity.
She quietly told Mu Linjing, "I lied to President Gao, saying I'm President Zhan's cousin."
"And he believed you?"
"Of course, it wasn't that simple. But you know, I joined without an interview, which is unprecedented in the company. Even if he doesn't believe me, he wouldn't dare to do anything to me."
This was a tactic.
Mu Linjing was once again deeply impressed.
"It seems like Director Ning's dream is about to be shattered."
Wei Yumeng naturally understood what she meant, but merely pursed her lips and smiled.
"I'm going now. I'll treat you to dinner after work."
"Okay."
They hadn't managed to go last time, so Wei Yumeng had to treat them this time.
She knocked on the door.
"Come in."
She pushed the door open, holding the confirmation slip, and entered. Ning Tao looked up from typing the last word and saw Wei Yumeng. Her expression was unusual.
"Why are you back?"
"The project has been secured, so I'm back. Director Ning, here is the confirmation slip."
She placed the slip on Ning Tao's desk. Ning Tao picked it up in disbelief and glanced at it.
"It's really signed?"
How could this be possible!
The company had sent several translators before, but they either made translation mistakes due to nervousness, didn't understand many words, or made grammatical errors that required the other party to correct them, bringing shame to the company.
The key was that due to Gao Yong's poor conduct, many female employees were unwilling to travel with him. Wei Yumeng had been forced to go this time.
She had been hoping that Wei Yumeng would return in a dishevelled state, having not only lost her innocence but also failed to secure the project. Then she could use the opportunity to harshly criticize her and force her to leave the company.
Who knew that she would return triumphantly? This was what she could least tolerate.
How could Wei Yumeng not know what Ning Tao was thinking? This was a chance for her to wash away the disgrace.
"Yes, it's really signed. If Director Ning doesn't believe me, she can call President Gao."
Ning Tao snatched the confirmation slip and glared at Wei Yumeng impatiently. "I assume you wouldn't dare to lie to me. Tell me, what method did you use to get this project signed? Did you do something unspeakable?"
Instead of getting angry, Wei Yumeng leaned closer to Ning Tao and asked with a smile.
"Does Director Ning hope that I did something unspeakable, so that she could tell President Zhan to fire me?"
Ning Tao's true thoughts were exposed, and she became flustered.
"You... you're talking nonsense. This is called framing."
"Am I framing you? Then what is Director Ning so nervous about? Translation is my forte. Wasn't the reason President Zhan hired me in the first place because I know this language?"
This was also indirectly telling Ning Tao that her entry into Zhan's Group was not based on selling herself, but on her utility.
Isn't this exactly what businessmen value?
In just a few sentences, Ning Tao was left speechless. If she questioned further, it would be doubting Zhan Mohan's judgment in hiring. Moreover, this woman hadn't entered through the standard process; she was brought in personally by Zhan Mohan, so Ning Tao couldn't say much.
She had thought that by using this opportunity, she could teach her a good lesson. Even if she couldn't leave the company immediately, at least she could vent her anger. But who knew...
She had actually managed to get the project done.
Ning Tao reluctantly grabbed her pen and scribbled her signature on the slip with such force that it looked like she wanted to punch a hole through the paper.
Wei Yumeng picked up the slip, suppressing a smile, and said solemnly to Ning Tao.
"If Director Ning has nothing else, I'll be leaving now."
"Go, go, go." Ning Tao was annoyed just by looking at her now.
After Wei Yumeng went out and closed the door, a smile appeared on her face. Seeing Ning Tao angry made her feel so good.
Meanwhile, Gao Yong entered Zhan Mohan's office with the contract, his attitude respectful.
"President Zhan, here is the contract for that project. We have signed it. Your cousin played an indispensable role in securing this project."
Zhan Mohan had just received the contract and hadn't had time to open it when he heard Gao Yong's words. He couldn't help but frown.
"Cousin?"
When did he get a cousin?
Gao Yong scratched his head. "Wei Yumeng said she's your cousin."
Zhan Mohan: "..."