Help! The Frosty Noble's Son Is in Love With Me!-Chapter 461 - 15: The Boss and the Secretary

"You just got back to the country, so you might not know this, but that’s Heir Pei’s secretary. Even though she’s just a secretary with an average background, the saying goes: ’treat the dog like you treat its owner.’ You should curb your temper a bit."

They were all friends who knew each other well. If Zhang Rongnuan wasn’t interested in Pei Ji’an, she wouldn’t have inquired further. Since she asked, she figured she’d say more for the sake of her friend.

Even though they were all in the same circle, there were still hierarchies. It’s not like you can just do whatever you want.

After all, the Princely Heir is a standout in this generation, capable and smart, much better than those pampered sons who squander their days in luxury.

"Secretary? So a secretary can’t have an affair with the boss? Does his girlfriend know?" Zhang Rongnuan said flatly.

"Where’s this girlfriend of Young Master Pei you’re talking about? Don’t talk nonsense."

"What nonsense? He told me himself and even asked me to stay away from him. Ha, does he really think he’s some kind of treasure that everyone wants a piece of?"

Despite saying this, Zhang Rongnuan couldn’t help but look over there, feeling a pang of intrigue in her heart.

As a spoiled princess accustomed to being pampered, she hit a wall this time. Her desire to conquer surged. She wouldn’t rest until she saw Pei Ji’an subdued before her.

At the end of the day, Zhang Rongnuan was hurt by the way Pei Ji’an looked at her. Was he even a man? Just a relic and he had to stare at her so harshly. It was too much!

Qu Fulan and Pei Ji’an entered the private room.

Inside were many familiar faces, some they could name, some they couldn’t. Whatever the case, Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang immediately got up to greet them.

Their enthusiasm wasn’t without reason.

Young Master Zhou had set up a live-streaming studio, signing on many broadcasters. He had to take them out regularly, hoping they’d catch the eye of some generous patron willing to invest in them, which would make it easier for them to rise to fame.

Young Master Yang’s approach wasn’t too different and was even slightly more high-end than Young Master Zhou’s. He signed artists, sticking to the principle of quality over quantity. He was willing to nurture anyone he chose, but to really groom them, he had to take them out into the world. That’s how resources come, isn’t it?

Speaking of which, isn’t the Pei Group the biggest resource in the circle? Involved in all sorts of industries, they could do no wrong by seeking them out.

Young Master Zhou got four girls to toast Young Master Pei. These delicate girls introduced themselves, and which man wouldn’t be swayed by such sweet voices?

But Pei Ji’an, with a heart of stone, refused expressionlessly.

The words Young Master Yang was about to say came to an abrupt halt. They couldn’t overstep the bounds. They had sought favors from Young Master Pei many times before. It wasn’t like they could expect him to help with everything. Since he wasn’t interested, they couldn’t force it, could they?

Yet they all seemed to recall that someone had mentioned last time that Young Master Pei had a girlfriend he met through matchmaking. So why hadn’t he brought her out to meet everyone?

Maybe his family keeps a tight rein, so she’s not allowed out at night?

Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang whispered privately as the door to the private room was pushed open from the outside.

"I thought I was seeing things, but it really is you two, Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang?" Zhang Rongnuan said.

Seeing this, Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang immediately stood up with warm smiles and invited the little princess inside.

"Oh, it’s Miss Zhang, please come in."

Zhang Rongnuan took a sweeping glance; the private room was large, filled with many people, but her eyes immediately landed on that man with an icy demeanor and an air of nobility. Among a group of ’monsters and demons,’ he stood out like a lotus that rises unstained from the mud.

The person sitting next to him was that secretary, not showing her full face, but even her profile was exquisite. Zhang Rongnuan curled her lips, "So enthusiastic today, but when we meet elsewhere, you aren’t usually this enthusiastic. Are you up to something?"

Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang spoke in unison, "No way, who would dare have designs on Miss Zhang?"

The words were pleasing to the ear, lifting Zhang Rongnuan’s spirits and she walked towards a particular spot with an arrogant expression.

Whenever Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang encountered someone, they couldn’t help but promote their company’s internet celebrities or artists, attempting to encourage these big shots to spend money.

Zhang Rongnuan glanced at the girls Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang brought along and laughed, "These days, anyone can get into the entertainment industry, huh? With this kind of quality, I could grab a bunch off the street."

There’s no need to mention Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang’s reactions; the expressions of the girls they brought along weren’t looking too good.

In the world of streaming, there are definitely those with high looks, but they’re few and far between. Most require post-editing, various beautifying effects, to appear flawless on camera.

So the threshold for streamers is low; it’s all about talent. What does this personal attack mean?

Is it that they don’t want to be perfect? What can they do with the looks their parents gave them?

The streamers were angry, and the artists weren’t any happier. Those chosen to be artists went through rigorous selection, able to withstand the lens’s scrutiny. Who gave you the right to criticize here? If it weren’t for your noble birth, you wouldn’t even match up to us.

Everyone was seething inside, but ultimately, they dared not express their anger.

Zhang Rongnuan didn’t miss the fury in their eyes, but she just didn’t care. She sat down and lit a cigarette for herself, "If you found someone like that, maybe I’d be willing to spend the money."

Like that, what kind?

Everyone followed her gaze.

Qu Fulan sensed the intense gazes and instinctively looked up.

And then heard the clear sound of several people gasping in surprise.

Whether they were streamers or artists, they couldn’t help but widen their eyes.

Zhang Rongnuan frowned.

A side profile or a back view was nice, but that didn’t prove much. These days, how many people rely on side profiles or back views? Turn around, and it could end up being an apologetic uncle or aunt.

The person in front of her, Pei Ji’an’s secretary...do secretaries need to be like this now?

There are always a few faces in the entertainment industry, whose acting skills and abilities may be in question, but their looks truly withstand any kind of scrutiny, leaving countless netizens awestruck.

Now, Qu Fulan was one of these faces.

Even seated in a corner, next to the big boss, her brilliance was uncontainable.

Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang retracted their gaze and laughed, "She’s doing well in her own career, no need for a change."

If she wasn’t capable, she wouldn’t be Pei Ji’an’s secretary. This guy works like crazy; anyone who can be his secretary wouldn’t be an average person either.

A woman with her own ideas and plans doesn’t need to listen to others’ arrangements.

Zhang Rongnuan couldn’t describe how she felt. The logic others could see through, she could too. She just preferred to believe the other got ahead on looks, not ability. Both good-looking and capable? Good fortune all in one basket? How is it so easy?

"Now, whether streaming or being an artist, which one doesn’t have a higher salary than being a secretary? People go higher, water flows lower, that’s an eternal truth."

After saying this, Zhang Rongnuan didn’t forget to address Qu Fulan, "Would you like to enter the entertainment industry? I’ll promote you."

Qu Fulan remained calm and composed, "No need, thank you."

Rejected again, Miss Zhang wasn’t someone who liked being turned down. Her expression took on a half-smile and she didn’t speak further.

Young Master Zhou and Young Master Yang clearly felt the subtle shift in atmosphere, and for a moment, they didn’t know how to ease it, or maybe...everyone liked to watch the drama unfold.

Qu Fulan wasn’t bothered; it wasn’t her circle, flattering wouldn’t help her. She continued with her own meal.