Super Soldier in the City-Chapter 189 Ye Yunzhu’s Attitude

After a busy Friday, just before finishing work, Li Yifei unexpectedly received a call from Ye Yunzhu, which surprised him. Moreover, it stirred a complex, indescribable emotion within him. He felt that even though he had moved on from his relationship with Ye Yunzhu, her call had once again thrown his heart into disarray.

Answering the phone, Li Yifei said with a smile, "Chief Ye, what made you think to call me today?"

Li Yifei’s tone was very relaxed, and Ye Yunzhu’s was just as light-hearted, "So, you’re in a good mood after dumping me, huh?"

"Yunzhu, this... uh..." Li Yifei didn’t quite know how to respond to that. After all, his past relationship with Ye Yunzhu was an undeniable fact, and no matter the separation, in the end, it was Ye Yunzhu who had been hurt more.

"Hehe, I’m just joking with you, don’t mind me. No matter what, we did share some happy times together. I really don’t want us to become enemies because of certain things. Even if you don’t want to be my lover again, we should at least be good friends, right?"

Li Yifei was well aware of Ye Yunzhu’s assertiveness. Hearing her say this was quite unexpected, and he asked, "Yunzhu, are you serious?"

"Of course, I am. Why would I lie to you? I used to be strong-willed and persistent, but love isn’t something you can force. After so many years, both of us have changed so much. Forcing ourselves to stay together would be unfair to the both of us, so I’ve come to terms with it. If we really have the fate to be together, it will naturally happen. If not, forcing it would be pointless."

"Yunzhu, it’s good that you can think like that." Li Yifei felt much more at ease hearing her say these words.

"Alright, quit being sour about it, it’s not like you," she said.

"Haha, you’re right," Li Yifei laughed heartily. How could he wish to become enemies with Ye Yunzhu? If they couldn’t be lovers, then becoming the best of friends was what Li Yifei hoped for most.

"By the way, I called you to talk business, about your job. What are your thoughts? Do you want to become a public servant? I used to be your platoon leader, and now I want to be your leader again, to keep an eye on you. Without someone to oversee you, your tail might just stick up in the air."

Li Yifei said apologetically, "Yunzhu, I’m really sorry but I have to decline your kind offer. I really don’t like the idea of being a public servant. I’m currently working at a newly established company, and I’m the Human Resources Manager. It’s quite challenging. You know what they say, being a public servant is just living off the state. I don’t want to lose my fighting spirit so young."

"You little brat, are you scolding me, do you not want to live?" Ye Yunzhu immediately yelled, her voice sounding exactly like that fiery platoon leader from the past.

Li Yifei laughed, "Aren’t you a leader? Of course, you’re filled with fighting spirit. I’m just worried that with my personality, being an official won’t work out, and I’d end up doing nothing in the end."

There was a brief silence on the other end of the phone before Ye Yunzhu said, "You’re right, a truly ambitious man really isn’t suited for such work. But you’re not bad, you know, becoming a Human Resources Manager so quickly. It’s not some second-rate company, is it?"

"With an investment of five hundred million, would you say that’s a second-rate company?"

"Five hundred million?" Ye Yunzhu exclaimed, then quickly added, "Are you talking about Dreamfly Company?"

Li Yifei said with some surprise, "You even know about it? Our company has only registered with the Bureau of Commerce and Industry; we haven’t even started our operations proper."

"But it’s an investment of five hundred million. The entire city is watching your company. Hey, don’t let outsiders water your fields; if your company is looking to build a factory or something, consider our township. I can definitely offer you some preferential policies."

Before Li Yifei could respond, Ye Yunzhu chuckled and said, "Just kidding. You, as the Human Resources Manager, probably can’t make that decision by yourself. But if you could introduce me to your boss, I would be very grateful indeed."

Li Yifei was about to say that he almost had the clout to make it happen, but feeling that it wasn’t something a Human Resources Manager should claim, he proceeded with Ye Yunzhu’s words, "No problem, I’ll speak to our general manager about it."

"That’s a promise then. I’ll be waiting for your news. You need to act quickly on this for me; if it gets allocated to another county or district, then I’ll be in a tough spot. Attracting investment is a major performance metric for officials, and I’m counting on you to bring in this big project."

"Haha, no problem, wait for my call. A township chief is indeed a township chief, reaching out to an old classmate while still contemplating your achievements," Li Yifei jested.

"I’ll grab any opportunity that arises, especially with you, you scoundrel. If you don’t help me, just wait and see how I’ll deal with you."

After hanging up, Li Yifei still had a smile on his face, feeling that the outcome with Ye Yunzhu couldn’t have been better.

Having promised Ye Yunzhu, Li Yifei immediately went to Xu Yingying’s office. She was reviewing documents, waved at him, and then continued reading. Li Yifei sat in front of her, waiting for her to finish.

"What’s the matter?" Xu Yingying finally put down the documents and rubbed her forehead, looking somewhat tired as she asked Li Yifei.

"It’s like this, our company is planning to build a factory but hasn’t settled on a location yet. I happen to have a classmate who’s a township chief. If our company builds the factory there, we can get some preferential policies. Do you think it’s feasible?"

Xu Yingying’s eyes lit up, "That would be great; I’ve also been worried about this issue."

Using Su Mengxin’s name to secure land for a factory in Mile City wouldn’t be a problem, but Xu Yingying did not want to rely on Su Mengxin for everything. She preferred to handle such matters with her own capabilities. Although she had been a general manager before, her company was much smaller and didn’t have its own factory. She wasn’t sufficiently acquainted with Mile City’s higher-ups, and getting land approved was a big deal that seemed a bit beyond her capacity without additional help.

Li Yifei felt there was a chance, and quickly said, "If you agree, I can contact my classmate for you, and then we can all get together and talk."

Xu Yingying thought for a moment, then replied, "I happen to be free tonight, so how about we do it this evening? You contact your classmate and see if they’re available."

Li Yifei nodded and dialed Ye Yunzhu’s number in front of Xu Yingying, saying, "Chief Ye, are you free tonight? Our boss would like to treat you to dinner."

"If your boss, despite being so busy, has time, then no matter how big the matter I have, I will have to postpone it. However, I insist on hosting this dinner, seven o’clock at Yiyun Clubhouse, how does that sound?"

"No problem, that’s settled then."

After hanging up, Li Yifei said to Xu Yingying, "It’s settled."

Although Xu Yingying did not hear exactly what Ye Yunzhu had said on the phone, she got the gist of it from Li Yifei’s words. Her spirits lifted considerably, and she quickly asked, "Does your classmate have a high alcohol tolerance?"

Li Yifei thought for a moment, then answered, "Shouldn’t be too high."

"That’s good, then. I won’t bring anyone else, and you can just accompany me. I was worried that if they could drink too much, I couldn’t keep up."

"If you can’t keep up, then don’t. Do you really have to get drunk?"

Xu Yingying gave Li Yifei a glance and said, "Do you think these leaders are that easy to deal with? If you don’t drink well with them, nothing gets done. Do you know why I haven’t decided on this matter during this period? It’s because of this. Especially since some people have ulterior motives, they might take advantage of the situation and try to harass me. If it weren’t for your classmate, I would not dare to dine with them."

Li Yifei gave a mischievous smile and said, "Oh, don’t worry, my classmate definitely won’t have any designs on you."

"That’s your classmate—’A friend’s wife is not to be coveted,’ and that’s why I feel at ease."

Li Yifei suddenly felt a bit awkward and said, "You can’t really say that, can you? Aren’t you my boss?"

"Sooner or later, I will be," Xu Yingying said offhandedly, then added, "Okay, I still have some matters to take care of. You can go get busy."

Leaving Xu Yingying’s office, Li Yifei felt somewhat depressed. Xu Yingying now spoke so naturally—with such calm, composed confidence—it was as if he, Li Yifei, couldn’t escape her influence at all.

Just as he had sat down in his own office, Michelle came in, wearing a sweet smile, and sat across from Li Yifei at his desk, saying, "Brother Li, got any plans for the weekend?"

Li Yifei smiled and replied, "Probably just spending time with my girlfriend."

"Oh, what about tonight?" Michelle seemed a bit disappointed but quickly asked again.

"Tonight, the boss is dragging me out. Do you need something? I’ll be heading out after six, so I guess I have a bit over an hour after work."

Michelle shook her head, saying, "No, nothing. I was thinking of going to see a movie or something with you, but if you’re busy, never mind."

"Let’s do it some other time then. I’m afraid I really won’t have any time the next couple of days." Li Yifei found it very relaxing to be around Michelle.

Michelle’s smile brightened as she said, "You’ve promised, Brother Li. When you have time, you must hang out with me. Work’s been so draining, and I don’t feel safe going out with anyone else. Only with you do I really have fun."

"No problem, that’s an easy thing to do," Li Yifei agreed readily.

"Great, I’ll take off then. Oh, and remember, if you ever need help with anything, don’t be shy to ask," she added.

"Why would I be shy with you?" Li Yifei asked Michelle with a smile.

Michelle’s smile grew even broader as she replied, "That’s what friends are for, right? Alright, I’m off then, Brother Li—see you later."

After leaving Li Yifei’s office, Michelle pursed her lips slightly. She really hoped that Li Yifei could accompany her today, but since he was busy, she couldn’t insist. Despite appearing sweet and gentle, Michelle was determined; even knowing that Li Yifei had a girlfriend, she was resolved to strive for him. Even if she didn’t succeed, she would have no regrets.

Yet Michelle was ultimately a sensible girl. Despite harboring such feelings, she didn’t want to make it obvious to Li Yifei, not wanting to burden him. This was part of her kindness.