Before entering the office, Jiang Li closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then pushed the door open.
In the office, on the large swivel chair, Xiao Yanzhi leaned back, his deep, bottomless black pupils fixed on her.
"Assistant Zhang, hello," Jiang Li said as she walked in. She lifted her chin slightly, her tone calm and natural, a gentle smile on her face. "If I had known you were coming, I would have greeted you in advance."
Jiang Li's gaze swept by inadvertently and met Xiao Yanzhi's eyes for a moment.
Seeing Jiang Li finally appear, Zhang Yi immediately stood up. "Miss Jiang, I'm here on General Manager Sheng's arrangement. I've come specifically to see you."
Hearing the words "General Manager Sheng", Jiang Li's heart skipped a beat, but her expression remained calm. "It's kind of General Manager Sheng to think of me. Is there something he wants from me?"
Zhang Yi wore a smile on his face. "Regarding your previous request, General Manager Sheng thought it over and has decided to grant it."
"The contract has been drawn up. We're just waiting for you to sign it."
Hearing this, Jiang Li was taken aback. She glanced at Xiao Yanzhi and then at Zhang Yi. "Me? Sign it?"
This was an investment contract between two companies. Logically, it should be Xiao Yanzhi or the relevant person in charge of Jiangyu who should sign it.
In any case, it shouldn't fall to Jiang Li.
Zhang Yi still had a smile on his face. Seeing the confusion in her eyes, he explained, "General Manager Sheng said that since it was you who saved him at that time, he will only sign the contract with you."
"You can look at the terms in the contract for the specific content."
Hearing this, Jiang Li pursed her lips slightly, took the contract, and flipped through the pages one by one.
The content was no different from a normal investment contract, but there were several key investment directions that must be used to invest in Jiang Li.
It was equivalent to saying that General Manager Sheng's funds were completely used to invest in Jiang Li.
No wonder this contract needed her signature.
Jiang Li looked up and stared directly at Zhang Yi. "Thank General Manager Sheng for his favor, but I'm sorry. I'll terminate my contract with Jiangyu soon, so I can't sign this contract."
She pushed the contract in her hand forward.
"Is that so?" Zhang Yi raised his eyebrows in surprise and looked at Xiao Yanzhi sitting on the chair. "Is General Manager Xiao planning to terminate the contract with Miss Jiang?"
Xiao Yanzhi's eyes grew colder and darker. "The contract termination period hasn't arrived yet."
"I wonder what Miss Jiang's next plan is after terminating the contract. Which company does she plan to sign with?" Zhang Yi immediately ignored Xiao Yanzhi and just waited for Jiang Li's response.
He came here specifically for Jiang Li today.
Jiang Li had been waiting for this question.
She crossed her arms over her chest and let out a sigh. "I won't hide it from you, Assistant Zhang. I plan to set up my own film and television company after terminating the contract."
"Miss Jiang is really bold," Zhang Yi said with a smile, looking quite appreciative. "I think Miss Jiang can change your request. For example, you can ask General Manager Sheng to invest in your new company."
This was a great temptation that could almost catapult her to success.
But Jiang Li still shook her head and politely refused. "I'm an artist of Jiangyu now. According to the contract, I must ensure the interests of my company before terminating the contract."
"I'm not saying I can't sign this contract, but I'd like to propose a condition to General Manager Xiao."
Jiang Li turned to look at Xiao Yanzhi. "I hope I can participate in all of General Manager Sheng's investment projects in Jiangyu throughout the whole process."
"As a staff member," she added.
Jiang Li was well aware of her own abilities. She was excellent enough in acting, but when it came to company operation, she was still a novice.
Relying only on her and Sister Chen might not be enough.
If she wanted to be a boss in the future, she had to understand a complete and mature company operation system.
Jiangyu was a good place to learn.
After saying that, Jiang Li stared directly at Xiao Yanzhi, waiting for his answer.
His eyes were deep, with dark emotions surging. His handsome features were cold and gloomy at the moment, making it hard to tell his mood.
"Okay," he said coldly. "As long as you can withstand the high - intensity pressure."
Jiang Li could hear the warning in his words, but instead of worrying, she smiled. The corners of her beautiful lips curled up slightly, showing no sign of fear.
"Since General Manager Xiao has agreed, I'll sign it." With a smile on her face, she picked up the contract again without any hesitation and signed her name elegantly.
When she lowered her head to sign, a wisp of hair by her ear fell down. Her side face looked cold, aloof, and already showed the shadow of a superior.
She was already tired of being a caged bird.
"Thank you for coming, Assistant Zhang," Jiang Li said as she returned the contract to Zhang Yi. She gave a sincere smile. "I'll invite you to dinner next time if I have the chance."
She then called Ye in and gave her a few instructions.
Soon, Ye came in with a delicate wooden gift box. Jiang Li directly handed it to Zhang Yi with both hands. "This is some southern tea I asked a friend to send. It's good for softening blood vessels. Please help me give it to General Manager Sheng."
Zhang Yi didn't decline. He took it with a smile. "General Manager Sheng said in advance that he must accept the gifts from the little girl."
"That's really my honor," Jiang Li said with an understanding smile.
Jiang Li almost saw Zhang Yi off to the company's entrance. Only after watching the car drive away did she let out a long sigh of relief.
Dealing with these people required a lot of wits.
She felt a bit mentally exhausted. Pressing her temples, she returned to the company and found that people were looking at her differently.
Qin Yaoyao looked even more unhappy. She sat there silently, looking sullen.
Ye was still chatting with other people in the company. She deliberately raised her voice. "Sister Jiang Li helped Jiangyu secure the financing in no time. Unlike some people who can only rely on men and act pitiful."
Qin Yaoyao's face turned even darker.
"Ye," Jiang Li frowned. "We're all from the same company. Don't talk like that."
"I'm not wrong, Sister Jiang Li," Ye pouted and trotted to her side, speaking bluntly. "Right? Who knows when a man might change his mind. By then, she'll be like trash and can be kicked away easily."
"If you talk like this again, I'll deduct your salary," Jiang Li said calmly. Her imposing manner made Ye immediately shut up.
Qin Yaoyao bit her lips involuntarily. Her face turned a bit pale.
Although Ye didn't name names, everyone in the company knew that the person who relied on men to get ahead was Qin Yaoyao.
Most of the company's employees were opportunistic. Knowing that Jiang Li was now a great contributor and must be in General Manager Xiao's good books, they started to flatter her and praised her to the skies.
When Qin Yaoyao went to the pantry to get some water, someone even pushed her and gave her a provocative look.
Less than half a day later, Qin Yaoyao was called into the general manager's office. It was easy to guess that she went there to complain to Xiao Yanzhi.
Hearing this news, Jiang Li didn't even bat an eyelid.