His brows were deeply furrowed, and there was an unfathomable emotion between them.
It shouldn't be like this.
His Miaomiao was clearly outstanding and didn't need to rely on anyone else's name to shine.
"Mr. Lu, you're finally here."
"As soon as you and your wife are here, everyone from Star River is present."
The secretary walked over with a smiling face and bowed respectfully to "Lu Yan": "Do you want to say something?"
"Lu Yan" first looked back at "Ning Anmiao", then said seriously, "Stop talking nonsense. A good boss should pay more."
She actually repeated exactly what Lu Yan had said in the car just now.
As soon as the words fell, the whole restaurant fell silent for a few seconds, even more silent than before. Several people were holding back their laughter and didn't dare to make a sound.
Was this really Mr. Lu?
Everyone knew that usually Mr. Lu was cold and aloof. When had he ever said something so humorous?
"Alright, since Mr. Lu has said something so practical, let's start the meal." The secretary was only surprised for a second before quickly regaining her composure.
Ning Anmiao couldn't help but admire the top - notch secretary with her excellent reaction ability.
Sure enough, the people around Lu Yan all had such strong work capabilities.
"Mr. Lu, Mrs. Lu, this way please. All the high - level executives are already waiting for you inside."
Most of the employees were sitting in the restaurant's main hall, while the company's high - level executives were in the private rooms of the restaurant.
Look, the hierarchical division was obvious.
After the formalities were over, it was time to sit and play with their phones.
Ning Anmiao still remembered what Lu Yan had said to her just now. She nodded slightly and was about to step into the private room the secretary had pointed to when a voice suddenly rang out behind her.
"Secretary Liu, when referring to me in the future, please call me Director Ning." "Ning Anmiao"'s voice was neither too loud nor too soft, but it could be clearly heard by everyone.
"Since it's about the company, we should handle things in a proper and official way." Her voice was cold and crisp, without any hesitation or euphemism.
This cold attitude was exactly the same as Mr. Lu's.
The secretary was stunned for a moment, as if startled by "Ning Anmiao"'s aura. It took her a few seconds to come to her senses. "Sorry, Director Ning. I'll definitely pay attention in the future."
Hearing her change of address, "Ning Anmiao" finally relaxed, and the gloom in her eyes dissipated a bit.
The name "Ning Anmiao" was already outstanding enough. She didn't need to take Lu Yan's surname. She didn't need it, and there was no need for it.
...
In the private room, the high - level executives had indeed been waiting for a long time.
Compared to the tense atmosphere during the last design competition, this time it was much more relaxed. Everyone looked at "Ning Anmiao" with more respect than before.
It wasn't because "Ning Anmiao" was Mrs. Lu, but completely because her design last time had been accepted by all the high - level executives.
"Hello, Mr. Lu. Hello, Director Ning." Several people greeted them in unison, all beaming with joy.
"Lu Yan" waved his hand, sat down in the seat reserved for him, and took out his phone the next second.
He looked like he didn't want to be disturbed.
For a moment, the high - level executives looked at each other, not knowing what to say.
The flattery and respectful words they had prepared were suddenly useless, and it was quite embarrassing.
Helplessly, they had to shift their attention to "Ning Anmiao".
"I didn't have the chance to introduce myself before. I'm Lao Zhang. Director Ning is truly a design genius. I'd like to propose a toast."
"Me too, me too. I'm Lao Zhao. Star River Capital has always lacked an excellent designer. Director Ning's ability is obvious to all. I'd also like to toast you."
"Director Ning, I'm Xiao Wang, in charge of the brokerage company under Star River Capital. The Star River dress you designed last time has already been made. All the artists under our company like it very much and are looking forward to your new designs. I must toast you."
"..."
Everyone didn't chase after "Lu Yan" anymore. Instead, they focused their attention on "Ning Anmiao".
Lu Yan already knew the temperaments of these capable subordinates of his. He knew that he couldn't decline the drinks, so he calmly drank them all one by one.
The "Lu Yan" beside him pretended to be looking down at his phone, but actually he was secretly observing.
Noticing that "Ning Anmiao" had drunk quite a bit of wine, he originally wanted to tell her to drink less, but the words got stuck in his throat and he swallowed them back.
Lu Yan had attended so many such occasions. He should be quite experienced.
Drinking a few glasses of wine should be no problem.
However, he forgot that Lu Yan was now in her body.
Even though their souls had swapped, some physical constitutions were still restricted. Just like how "Ning Anmiao" couldn't be as strong as "Lu Yan".
For example, right now, "Ning Anmiao" clearly had a poor tolerance for alcohol. Her eyes were already hazy, and her pupils were a bit scattered.
"Director Ning, are you a bit drunk?" Lao Zhang noticed that "Ning Anmiao" was not in a good state and asked with concern.
"Ning Anmiao" shook her head. Just as she was about to say that she was okay, she felt a sudden dizziness and a strong nausea.
Lu Yan knew that his own alcohol tolerance wasn't so low that he would get drunk after just a few glasses. As for this sudden dizziness and nausea, it was probably a reaction from Ning Anmiao's body.
"I'll go out for some fresh air. Excuse me, everyone."
Lu Yan knew that his current body was drunk and his face was flushed. He needed to calm down and sober up.
"Do you want me to go with you?" "Lu Yan" asked.
"Ning Anmiao" paused and refused, "No, I'll be back soon."
If "Ning Anmiao" and "Lu Yan" were alone during the team - building event, those gossip - loving employees would probably start gossiping again.
He didn't want anyone to say anything bad about his Miaomiao.
Moreover, he just wanted to go out for a cold breeze to calm down and cool his face. It wouldn't take long.
After leaving the private room, Lu Yan's steps were already a bit unsteady. He stumbled to the restaurant's corridor and leaned on the railing with both hands.
The restaurant's corridor was an open - air design. Below the safety railing was the river, and the evening breeze brought a burst of coolness.
The cool breeze blew, and he sobered up a bit. The mist in his eyes became clearer and clearer.
He placed his hand on his cheek, feeling the warmth on his palm, and couldn't help but smile softly.
Miaomiao, your alcohol tolerance is really poor.
It seemed that he must never let her go out drinking with outsiders alone in the future. It was too dangerous.
Before he could think further, a man's voice suddenly came from behind, with a very familiar and natural tone.
"Director Ning, so you're here."
Hearing the voice, Lu Yan turned around and looked at the person behind him with a calm gaze.
Xiao Wang was a newly promoted high - level executive. He hadn't seen that wonderful design competition before, so his look at "Ning Anmiao" was not very respectful.