Princess Syndrome - Chapter 99
Chapter 99: Headache
In her many years of knowing Ji Zhiyi, Zhang Xian had never once received any information about Ji Zhiyi's private life. Even when she was extremely unwell, she would make sure to call emergency services when she was conscious. Then, she would calmly explain her tasks to her. That's how she was even when she was unwell. Not to mention when it came to matters of love. Zhang Xian had not had any real feelings before. She only felt like she was dreaming. She had even truly wondered if it was some kind of 'revenge' tactic that Ji Zhiyi was using, until this moment when she looked at Ji Zhiyi’s message.
It overflowed with happiness.
She knew that Su Lingyue was planning to send flowers. In fact, she was the one who had helped choose the flowers. But she hadn't expected the recipient of the flowers to send her pictures.
She was in love.
Ji Zhiyi was really in love.
The sensation was like an electric current, coursing through her limbs. She smiled.
She was happy for Ji Zhiyi.
She was happy that she had sent her such a message today.
She was happy that she could share this unique joy with her friend.
She might even be the only one that had received such a message.
How could that not be special?
Thinking back, so many people had said that she and Ji Zhiyi had a close relationship. She knew that Ji Zhiyi valued her, and she had also known when Ji Zhiyi gave her the task of overseeing the processing plant. But all their past interactions had only been about work. Ji Zhiyi’s private life was like a locked cage, and no one could catch a glimpse of it. Not even her, who was the best friend in everyone’s eyes.
Of course, she couldn't talk about it with others. So she never talked about Ji Zhiyi's private life either.
She hadn’t expected.
That there would be such a day.
Zhang Xian was visibly happy. She left the office humming a little tune, which was in stark contrast to the lifeless atmosphere in the office. The others paled even further when they heard the song she was humming, becoming very nervous.
They had always thought that she was a paper tiger.
After all, ever since she joined the company, she had not only never made any important decisions, she was barely even seen. But after the conflict with Su Qi over the designs, the team members had finally witnessed a wolf in sheep’s clothing. She had quietly removed almost a third of the designers, who were all said to have connections with Su Qi. The news had caused everyone to be on edge. Everyone else became even more cautious, fearing they might be the next ones to be targeted.
One wave had barely settled before another rose.
Before the matter had been resolved, a new leader came. They had heard that the new leader was even more ruthless. The office changed from its previous light-hearted style to everyone being on high alert.
The good thing was, the efficiency had greatly increased.
Zhang Xian was refreshed. Then she received Ji Zhiyi’s ‘special’ treatment. She was so happy that she made plans to have lunch with Su Lingyue, “Lunch? I’m going to Miss Yang’s apartment at noon.”
Zhang Xian: "Then that’s great. The shoes she ordered last time arrived, so I’ll go with you and drop it off for her. We can also have lunch together."
Su Lingyue didn't object, happily agreeing.
After hanging up the phone, the internal line rang. She instinctively glanced at the office. Ji Zhiyi, who used to sit at the desk, had been replaced by Qi An. She didn't hesitate, answering the phone and walking into the office.
It wasn’t Qi An who had called, it was her assistant, Meng Jiu.
Meng Jiu, seeing Su Lingyue enter, said, "Assistant Su, has there been any progress with Su Qi?"
Su Lingyue replied, "I just contacted her assistant, but her assistant said that President Zhou is not at the company recently."
Meng Jiu wasn't surprised.
She was not one to smile, and gave off the impression that she was strict and sharp, like the sharpest blade in Qi An’s hand, capable of removing any obstacles. Meng Jiu said, "There's an invitation here. It’s for this afternoon."
Su Lingyue took it.
She saw the address on the invitation. Haotai Group. A reception held by Su Qi to celebrate their collaboration with Baoshun. Meng Jiu said, "President Qi will not be attending, please go in her stead. And take the opportunity to discuss the authorization issue with President Zhou.”
Su Lingyue glanced at Meng Jiu.
Qi An rarely attended events, even when she was abroad. Now that she was taking over Yilin, it was understandable that she wouldn’t attend events. But she had always sent Meng Jiu to attend them in her place. For such an important event, it would have been more logical for her to send Meng Jiu.
Was she trying to create an opportunity for her and Zhou Shiyu to discuss the authorization issue?
Su Lingyue was having a hard time understanding what Qi An was thinking.
Was she saying that she valued her? But the matter of the Aron representative clearly held hostility. Was she saying that she didn't value her? Yet she was now assigning her to represent her at this event.
It was all so contradictory.
It made it very hard for Su Lingyue to understand.
But she didn't ask much. She simply took the invitation and said, "Okay, I understand."
After leaving the office, she wanted to call Ji Zhiyi. It was only after she had gotten her phone that she realized how habitual her reliance on Ji Zhiyi had become. She immediately ended the call. She felt that she wasn’t as independent as she was when she had first graduated. She needed to talk to Ji Zhiyi about everything.
Ji Zhiyi must also have things to take care of.
She suppressed the urge to say something, holding it in until she met up with Zhang Xian. Zhang Xian was driving. She saw that she was carrying flowers. "What are you doing with those?"
Su Lingyue: "Sending flowers."
Zhang Xian: …
She wasn't blind.
Zhang Xian: "Are you giving flowers to Miss Yang?"
Su Lingyue: "Yeah, her assistant said that she usually likes to play with flowers, and isn’t interested in any other gifts."
Zhang Xian laughed: "So that’s why you bought flowers downstairs from the company?"
Su Lingyue nodded.
Zhang Xian said, "I see, is that the reason why you suddenly sent her flowers?"
These flowers were obviously for Ji Zhiyi.
Su Lingyue wanted to be honest, but her face flushed involuntarily.
Zhang Xian said, "She's so happy."
Su Lingyue's face lit up. "Really?"
Zhang Xian: "Really!" She almost raised her hand to make an oath, "I’ve never seen her so happy after receiving flowers. You know, people used to send her flowers every day at the company, but she never accepted them."
She whispered, "Some were from clients, she didn’t reject them in person but disposed of them secretly.”
Hearing this, Su Lingyue was in a good mood.
She said, "I used to also..."
Okay.
She used to receive countless gifts, love letters and flowers.
She pursed her lips.
Zhang Xian laughed, finding it amusing that Su Lingyue was in love. She was nothing like the lifeless person she had first met. She was so vibrant now.
With such a vibrant personality, she appeared even more radiant.
She thought, she knew why Ji Zhiyi liked Su Lingyue now.
Who wouldn't like a Su Lingyue like this?
If the current Su Lingyue were to act spoiled to her, she would definitely give in.
But she knew that was impossible.
Su Lingyue saw the box in the back seat of the car. "Is that for Yang Zhizhi?"
Zhang Xian said, "Yeah, I spoke with her on the phone before coming. We'll just go directly there in a bit."
Su Lingyue replied, "Okay."
Seeing that she had agreed so readily, Zhang Xian became curious. "Are you not used to it since President Ji is gone?"
Su Lingyue was stubborn. "What's there to not be used to?"
She was too used to it!
She turned her head to look out of the window. The mirror reflected a bitter face. Su Lingyue rubbed her cheeks, changing her expression. "She should be back soon."
Zhang Xian nodded. "I heard that Sister Yunlu woke up. By the way, do you know Sister Yunlu?"
Su Lingyue said, "Ji Zhiyi told me about her."
Zhang Xian said, "Who would have thought that she would wake up."
After reflecting she smiled. "But that means President Ji has a lot less pressure now."
Because of Jiang Yunlu, Ji Zhiyi and Jiang Ya's relationship was always tense. Especially when it came to the matter of Dingsheng, it was always a flash point. They would explode over any slight disagreement.
Now that Jiang Yunlu had woken up.
Jiang Ya should be less anxious.
Ji Zhiyi could also breathe a sigh of relief.
Su Lingyue nodded.
Zhang Xian added, "As for Aunt Qi's side, just endure it for now."
Su Lingyue thought about Qi An's strange behavior. She pondered for a moment and asked Zhang Xian, "What kind of person do you think Qi An is?"
Zhang Xian thought for a while. "She's pretty good." She blurted out, "She took good care of us when we were abroad. It’s just that she’s a bit—" Zhang Xian chuckled. "A bit of a ‘won't-stop-until-she-achieves-her-goal’ kind of person."
Although she was not as extreme as Jiang Ya.
But sometimes her methods weren't very ethical.
Su Lingyue fell silent.
Zhang Xian said, "Try your best not to be seen by her."
Su Lingyue laughed.
She replied to Zhang Xian, "Okay, thank you."
Zhang Xian got goosebumps.
Being thanked by her best friend’s girlfriend.
It was a first in her life.
She shook her body and continued driving. When they arrived at the apartment, it was time for lunch. Zhang Xian had originally wanted to leave after she and Su Lingyue had dropped off the items, and have lunch together. But Yang Zhizhi took the lead, "Have you eaten? If you haven’t, let’s eat together."
Su Lingyue looked at Zhang Xian.
Zhang Xian was polite and courteous. "Is it convenient for Miss Yang to go out?"
Yang Zhizhi glanced at Su Lingyue. "It’s nearby, it's fine."
Zhang Xian nodded.
Yang Zhizhi asked Su Lingyue, "What do you want to eat?"
Su Lingyue asked, "Hot pot?"
That was what Zhang Xian wanted to eat. She had even brought it up on the way here. Yang Zhizhi said, "Okay."
The assistant interjected, "Zhizhi, aren’t your teeth hurting these days? You can’t eat hot pot, right?"
Yang Zhizhi replied, "It's fine, my tooth doesn't hurt anymore."
Zhang Xian looked at Yang Zhizhi.
The assistant whispered, "When did it get better?"
Yang Zhizhi smiled with gritted teeth. "Just now."
Assistant: …
She obediently followed Yang Zhizhi. Yang Zhizhi was wearing a baseball cap and a mask. Su Lingyue turned her head to look at her, before looking away again. The four of them left the apartment. Although Yang Zhizhi had said that her teeth weren't hurting anymore, they still ordered a mild broth. When they were looking for seats, Su Lingyue sat on the inside. Yang Zhizhi was just about to sit next to her when Zhang Xian sat down beside Su Lingyue, and Yang Zhizhi turned and sat opposite them with her assistant.
They were not very familiar with each other, so there was no common topic for them to talk about. The meal was not awkward, but it was very polite. Su Lingyue's teeth ached before she had even finished her meal. She was finally relieved when they were almost done. The assistant asked, "Assistant Su, are you free this weekend?"
Su Lingyue looked at the assistant.
The assistant smiled. "It’s Zhizhi’s movie premiere. We would like to invite you to watch it, as you’ve taken such good care of us recently."
Yang Zhizhi was unreadable.
She gave the assistant a thumbs-up in her heart.
She was actually thinking about things for once.
She had done something well.
The assistant had just thought that Yang Zhizhi had been trying to befriend Su Lingyue recently, so she had simply asked the question, which had made Yang Zhizhi very happy.
Su Lingyue said, "This weekend, I don't know what I have planned yet."
The assistant said, "It’s fine. If you’re free, please come. I'll reserve tickets for you."
Su Lingyue nodded.
The next second.
Zhang Xian asked, "Are there any more tickets?"
The assistant paused.
She looked at Zhang Xian and immediately replied, "There are more."
Zhang Xian said, "Can you give me a ticket as well? I’m free this weekend, so I’ll go with Assistant Su."
The assistant looked at Yang Zhizhi.
Yang Zhizhi smiled. "Of course."
She was secretly wishing that she could tear Zhang Xian into pieces.
Zhang Xian didn't realize that she was being disliked. After finishing the meal, she sent Yang Zhizhi and her assistant back, politely making plans to meet up again next time. She turned and went into the car with Su Lingyue.
She said, "You can drive, I need to send a message."
Su Lingyue replied, "Okay."
Zhang Xian couldn't sit still. After getting into the car, she started spamming Ji Zhiyi with messages.
Ji Zhiyi frowned when she saw the messages. She replied with: [?]
Zhang Xian: [One good news and one bad news, which one do you want to hear first?]
When did she become so childish?
Ji Zhiyi inwardly complained but her body was honest: [Good news.]
Zhang Xian: [The good news is that I found out that your girlfriend has someone pursuing her, and I helped you to stop them.]
Ji Zhiyi: [What's the bad news?]
Zhang Xian: [The bad news is that your girlfriend has someone pursuing her.]
Ji Zhiyi: …
It had been a long time since she had gotten a headache from just reading a message.
This is really a girl code 😂 Acting as a bodyguard to your bff's gf
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