Hidden Moth-Chapter 183 - 98: Only People Can Find Ingenious Uses for the Celestial Ladder
This sentence seemed even more abrupt, and He Kao was surprised: "What? Borrow what land?"
Qian Guran: "Sorry, I spoke with a bit of an accent. Celestial Ladder, is the ladder to ascend to heaven, so-called Celestial Ladder Skill, is a kind of Jianghu trick, equivalent to the Array Technique..."
Qian Guran brought He Kao over, not primarily to talk about the gossip about Gao Xue’e, but specifically to give He Kao a lesson.
He Kao is now a Guest of Fate, understanding many aspects of the Magic Sect and technique, but regarding the Jianghu tricks unrelated to Magic Cultivation, he still needs to supplement his knowledge.
Rumor has it that President Fang is Gao Xue’e’s old flame, and everyone at the Qi Yuan Branch knows it; the rumor evolved where even the word "old" was dropped, becoming simply flame... so much so that usually no one would bother Gao Xue’e about anything.
Unless someone deliberately wants to target the leader Fang Qizhi, otherwise why bother her? As for whether the rumors are true or false, it’s no longer important now, even if the two have no relationship at all!
But Qian Guran saw it when he first joined the company, Fang Qizhi seems to have intentions toward Gao Xue’e, but Gao Xue’e isn’t interested in him and hasn’t given Fang Qizhi any chance.
Qian Guran could also see that the two had a past but have long since separated... then he did a background check, discovering the facts were indeed so, just some school experiences.
The rumors also led to another result, which is internally within the company, Gao Xue’e was spared from much harassment and simultaneous pursuit, unclear if this was a good or bad thing.
So many male employees in the department, considering Gao Xue’e’s outstanding beauty, yet not many openly pursued her, or even flirted with her, which is originally not quite normal.
Even though the two have no relationship anymore, why is it still like this? This is what Qian Guran wanted to specifically explain about the Celestial Ladder Skill today... using this as an example, he dissected it thoroughly.
Finally, it’s time to answer He Kao’s question, who created the rumors?
Usually, if you apply the principle of "who benefits is who did it," then it should’ve been Gao Xue’e. But Qian Guran told He Kao, according to his analysis and investigation, it was Fang Qizhi who deliberately spread the rumours.
As for why Fang Qizhi did this, only he knows.
At this point, He Kao didn’t know what to feel, he could only say with a wry smile: "Old Qian, how did you find out so much?"
Qian Guran smiled bitterly and waved his hand: "Ah, it’s an occupational disease, Qi Observation Sect’s occupational disease! My condition isn’t too severe.
Since the Vice President was mentioned, it’s essential to understand the higher-ups thoroughly. Besides, unless certain matters are cleared up, one feels uneasy; it’s not out of interest in anyone’s privacy.
Xiao Kao, did you know you might have offended the department’s leader? Don’t misunderstand, I mean what you just said, your good relationship with President E.
When I first arrived at the department, someone already told me things about President E and you; definitely not pleasant to hear. Wonder what President Fang would feel hearing them?"
He Kao: "How he feels, can I control that? Plus, the rank difference is too great, even if he wants to cause trouble for me, it’s not that easy to reach me."
This is true, Fang Qizhi oversees matters unrelated to He Kao’s work, separated by several layers, even within the department, he would have to bypass Gao Xue’e and Huang Xiaopang.
To be honest, He Kao hasn’t been around long, hasn’t offended or made mistakes, if they wanted to take action against him, they’d have to wait for an opportunity or find an excuse.
So if Qian Guran hadn’t mentioned it today, He Kao wouldn’t have noticed a bit! Besides, being Hidden Moth now, truth be told, he no longer worries about it.
Qian Guran: "But now I’m the one being targeted by President Fang! This is somewhat due to your influence, everyone at the branch knows, I have the closest personal relationship with you, you’re my person.
Fang Qizhi sees the Qi Yuan Branch as his own private territory, previously there was only Vice President Liu, who obeys his every word, and he always resisted appointing another vice president.
Recently, the group headquarters appointed another vice president—he was very unhappy about it, but there’s nothing he could do, and it’s me, it’s hard for him to view me favorably!
I just stayed in the hospital for a few days, he reported to the group headquarters, claiming work arrangements weren’t feasible, and my delayed inauguration suggested appointing another vice president to replace me...
I finally got discharged on time, just one week into the role, and he already has several matters to counter me, seems he’s hinting everyone to pick sides.
He’s the leader, and I’m just the newcomer in the vice role, so if people pick sides, they’ll likely stand with him.
I assure myself I never offended him, nor did I harbor ambitions to compete for power, only wished for a quieter life after promotion, but his resentment somewhat involves you, doesn’t it?"
He Kao was speechless for a while, what could he say? At any company or institution, as long as there’s a bit of size, faction issues are inevitable, even if you don’t want to choose a side, someone will categorize you.
In others’ eyes, He Kao is not only Gao Xue’e’s puppy but now also Vice President Qian’s sidekick, inevitably not favored by President Fang.
He Kao: "Why tell me all this, to complain? Just became vice president, and you’re thinking about removing President Fang or having him demoted so you can be president? I can’t help with that!"
