The next day, Dong Enyu stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, which happened to have a view of the courtyard in front of Haijiao’s main entrance.
“Miss Dong, do you need to order takeout for lunch?” Shirley politely knocked on the open glass door, asking Dong Enyu, who had her back to her.
In the sunlight, the woman wore a form-fitting purple suit, the open collar revealing a sexy collarbone, and her wavy long hair was tied at the back of her head.
Her outfit was smart and capable, yet exuded an indescribable lazy charm that made Shirley stare in awe.
In front of the courtyard, a sleek black sports car sped in, skillfully drifting to a stop beside the flower bed.
“No need,” Dong Enyu squinted her eyes, staring at the black sports car as she spoke calmly, “I have an appointment.” It was 11:55, five minutes before the noon break.
Luo Ye arrived five minutes early… The black sports car door opened, and Luo Ye, wearing her usual military-style jacket and a cap, leaned coolly against the car, arms crossed, head tilted up, her gaze directly aimed at Dong Enyu’s office.
The precise look made Dong Enyu smile faintly; she knew Luo Ye couldn’t see her because the building’s exterior windows only reflected like mirrors.
Yet, even without seeing, she was so decisive… Dong Enyu lowered her eyes, hearing the noon break bell, and picked up her handbag from the desk, heading downstairs.
Buzz… Buzz… Buzz… The vibration in the stairwell made Dong Enyu take out her phone, Luo Ye’s name displayed on the screen.
Right on time.
“Hello, this is Dong Enyu.” The woman stopped, leaning against the wall to answer the call.
To make Luo Ye wait a few more minutes, Dong Enyu deliberately took the stairs instead of the direct elevator.
“I’m here.” Two words, impossible to ignore.
Dong Enyu nodded, smiling, “Got it, give me one more minute.” She knew Luo Ye wouldn’t mind this minute…
“Not taking the elevator?” Luo Ye’s steady voice interrupted Dong Enyu’s attempt to hang up.
The crisp sound of high heels on the stairs was clearly heard by Luo Ye.
Immediately, Dong Enyu slowed her descent, amusedly asking, “What?”
“Hurry up.” Luo Ye’s commanding tone made Dong Enyu chuckle a few times before hanging up.
Hurry up? Can’t even wait a minute?…
Dong Enyu didn’t quicken her pace.
By the time she reached the first-floor lobby, more than a minute had passed.
Nonetheless, she remained unhurried.
As she stepped out of the building’s glass doors, Luo Ye had already opened the car door.
Although there was no displeasure or complaint, the low pressure surrounding her indicated her owner’s displeasure.
Only after Dong Enyu settled into the car did Luo Ye’s intense aura slightly diminish.
“Where is Miss Luo taking me?” Dong Enyu wasn’t afraid of Luo Ye silencing her, nor worried about any harm from Luo Ye.
The question was as natural as asking where to eat in a couple’s conversation.
“Luo Ye.” Unexpectedly, Luo Ye responded with a non-sequitur.
Dong Enyu raised an eyebrow, turning to look at the woman whose face was obscured, “Sorry, what did you say?”
“Call me Luo Ye.” The deep, steady voice, like the roaring sports car engine, carried an innate cool yet charming aura.
She wanted Dong Enyu to call her Luo Ye, not the distant Miss Luo.
To this, Dong Enyu pursed her lips, not responding.
The obvious and forceful attempt to close the distance made Dong Enyu reluctant to comply.
The car fell into an inevitable silence, Dong Enyu idly gazing out the window, pondering that when with Luo Ye, words naturally became fewer.
Luo Ye took her to a Japanese restaurant located in Mid-Mountain, the environment quite serene.
Since it was a weekday, there were very few customers, adding a touch of leisure to the restaurant.
The waiter led them to a small booth by the window, each seating area shielded by bamboo screens, providing high privacy.
After both ordered ramen, the waiter bowed and left the seating area.
Dong Enyu took off her suit jacket, hanging it on the chair back, and poured tea for both of them.
She glanced out the window, surprised to find the view outside was all lush green forest.
The natural and cozy decor made one unconsciously lower their guard, even making Dong Enyu praise Luo Ye’s ability to find such a good restaurant.
“The atmosphere here is nice.” Dong Enyu pushed the tea forward, smiling, “Such a relaxing place doesn’t seem suitable for serious business talks? So what does Miss Luo want to discuss with me?” She preferred to maintain a certain distance from the woman rather than calling her “Luo Ye.”
Luo Ye took the tea, remaining silent, not even changing her posture.
Dong Enyu propped her chin with one hand, choosing to enjoy the scenery, ignoring Luo Ye.
After a while, the waiter brought two bowls of ramen, breaking the strange silence.
However, what surprised Dong Enyu was that Luo Ye actually took off her cap and lowered her collar, fully exposing her delicate face.
The face with mixed-race-like prominent features was somewhat unfamiliar to Dong Enyu, but meeting those green eyes made her shiver.
Like a wolf’s predatory aura, silence didn’t mean lack of action; on the contrary, Luo Ye’s actions always exceeded her expectations…
The two quietly ate their ramen, the atmosphere neither cold nor warm.
Dong Enyu leisurely drank the last sip of broth, intending to grab a napkin to wipe her mouth, but Luo Ye beat her to it, not to compete but to serve the woman.
Her slender fingers held the napkin, gently brushing over Dong Enyu’s lips.
Dong Enyu frowned slightly, about to turn her head when Luo Ye pinched her chin, allowing no refusal.
“Thank you.” After more than ten seconds of ambiguous action, Dong Enyu was finally released, not forgetting to thank.
Luo Ye nodded, finally speaking, “What goods did you give Yong Le?” Unexpectedly, she brought up this topic.
A hint of wariness flashed in Dong Enyu’s eyes.
Her dealings with Yong Le weren’t a secret, but she had also done business with Luo Ye.
Just with different purposes…
“Antiques,” Dong Enyu concealed her surprise, shrugging with a smile, “Han Ge likes art and antiques, so what Haijiao sells to Han Ge are naturally related items.” She appeared quite fair, providing what kind of customer with what kind of needs was normal.
But…
“Give me the goods.” Luo Ye made such a request.
Dong Enyu’s eyelid twitched, smiling, “Sorry, this batch of goods is already contracted.” She politely refused.
“Break the contract.” Such a resolute attitude truly left Dong Enyu at a loss.
Breaking the contract… Is it necessary to go that far?
“I’ll pay double,” Luo Ye, not getting a direct response, knew Dong Enyu was in a difficult position, so she offered a high purchase price.
In this way, the other party had nothing to say, like an auction, the highest bidder had the right to take the goods.
But what was Luo Ye’s mindset in proposing this idea?
Dong Enyu pondered for a moment, calmly saying, “Sorry, this batch of goods has already been sold to Han Ge.
If the Boss is interested in antiques, next time…”
“Not the Boss,” Luo Ye interrupted Dong Enyu, her eyes as deep as a lake staring at the woman, “It’s me.”
It’s Luo Ye, not Wutang.
What does this mean?…
“I understand, I’ll talk to Manager Huo about the next batch, letting Miss Luo participate.” That’s all she could offer.
Luo Ye was dissatisfied, crossing her arms, her eyes fixed on Dong Enyu, warning, “Don’t get close to Yong Le.”
She was seriously warning Dong Enyu…
“I only have a cooperative relationship with Miss Yong, it’s impossible not to interact,” Dong Enyu shook her head, but the next second her eyes lit up, smiling, “But I can reduce the chances of contact with Miss Yong, but I have conditions.” She didn’t know Luo Ye’s motives, but there were other ways to avoid dealing with Yong Le.
Luo Ye remained silent, indicating for Dong Enyu to continue.
“Please arrange a meeting with the Boss for me.” Dong Enyu stated clearly, “As long as I get a chance to meet the Boss, I can have Manager Huo prioritize giving the goods to Miss Luo, or have other employees deal with Miss Yong.” Her condition was simple yet crucial.
Huo Ai wanted her to draw out the Boss.
The Police Station wanted her to find the mole.
The same goal…
Luo Ye decisively refused, “No.”
“Why?” Dong Enyu instantly dropped her smile.
Her question would never be answered.
Facing Luo Ye, she could only probe with more patience.
“Even if it’s requested in the name of Coral Reef Group, it’s not possible?”
“No.” Luo Ye’s answer was absolute, no means no.
It was as if she was slapped invisibly, Dong Enyu’s mind went blank, somewhat stunned.
No matter what identity she used, Luo Ye wouldn’t open this path…
Immediately, Dong Enyu understood.
She stood up, taking her jacket, nodding to Luo Ye, “Thank you for the treat.” Then she left without another word.
She knew her actions were quite rude, possibly offending Wutang, but Dong Enyu had no mind to stay any longer.
She was more afraid she would splash the unfinished barley tea on Luo Ye’s emotionless face.
Dong Enyu left in a hurry, not caring if this was Mid-Mountain, or if it would take an hour to walk down.
She walked along the mountain path.
Her high heels clicked on the asphalt, making a clattering sound.
Since it was a downhill path, Dong Enyu found it a bit strenuous, but she didn’t want to slow down, even if her knees were vaguely aching, she refused to stop.
Embarrassed… She could say she escaped in embarrassment.
“Once we establish a good relationship, bring out the Boss.
That’s why I’m keeping you around.”
“I know,” Dong Enyu recalled Huo Ai’s words, which circled around her like a spell.
“Just give me a little more time, a little more time…” She wasn’t just facing Luo Ye, Yong Le, or Wutang, but rather a web of intertwined interests and power.
Besides Luo Ye, who else could she rely on to pave the way for her? At that moment, Dong Enyu couldn’t come up with an answer.
Who else? Who else could she possibly use? Sometimes she felt like she was trapped in a dead end, and even when there was no path ahead, she still had to push forward…
