Gu Yaoqing did not know if those two fools had exposed him, but he knew that the collaboration with Hua Heng was likely ruined.
Therefore, the head of SH Science and Technology, who was about to appear, was his last chance.
If he failed to secure the cooperation with SH, his funding chain would be completely broken. The huge deficit was something he could absolutely not cover alone.
After several struggles, Gu Yaoqing looked afar towards the direction of the CEO of Hua Heng, his expression growing increasingly grim.
"Dad, do you want to rest for a bit?" The young master of Hua Heng had been accompanying the CEO of Hua Heng and noticed the tired look in his eyes. He couldn't help but advise, "I'll handle things here, please don't worry."
"It's fine," the CEO of Hua Heng waved his hand and said, "The presentation from SH Science and Technology is about to begin. Hua Heng's heavy investment in hosting this conference is mainly for new energy. At this point, we have to endure even if we're exhausted."
Hearing the CEO of Hua Heng say this, the young master of Hua Heng did not speak further.
As the presentation time approached, the people around them seemed to grow restless, their murmurs filling the air.
"It's almost time." Mr. Gu raised his wrist, glanced at his watch, and said, "I'll go prepare. If anything comes up, go find President Xia."
"Don't worry," Xia Qingtian gave an OK sign. She reached out to adjust the collar of Mr. Gu's suit, then smoothed his cuffs, and finally lightly patted his chest, "Go ahead."
As an assistant, one must always maintain their boss's appearance.
Mr. Gu looked at Xia Qingtian, and the spot on his chest that she patted felt burning hot.
After Mr. Gu went to prepare for the presentation, Xia Qingtian finally let out a sigh of relief.
Today was her last day as Mr. Gu's assistant. She had to admit, being an assistant was quite interesting.
"Qingtian." A female voice called out, causing Xia Qingtian's brow to furrow involuntarily.
"Is something wrong?" Xia Qingtian's tone was distant, and she raised her hand to awkwardly tuck her hair.
"Why are you being so distant? Aren't we good friends?" Mo Jianing, hearing Xia Qingtian's tone, found the smile she had put on her face to be a bit stiff.
If it were in the past, she would never have tried so hard to get close to someone who was clearly pushing her away.
But reality had taught her a lesson. Even if Xia Qingtian had cursed her out directly, Mo Jianing couldn't afford to antagonize Xia Qingtian, who was so well-connected.
After all, resources that Xia Qingtian might overlook would be a rare opportunity for her to turn things around.
"Phew..." Xia Qingtian let out a long breath, glancing at Mo Jianing from the corner of her eye. "I thought you would understand by now."
"We're all adults, why bother with these games?" Xia Qingtian turned to face Mo Jianing directly and said, "After what you did with my voice at Wanqing Entertainment, do you really think I would still consider you a friend?"
"Qingtian, virtual idols were our shared dream. I was only trying to help you," Mo Jianing clenched her hands at her sides, but her expression remained unchanged. "There are many misunderstandings here. I'm still the most sincere Mo Jianing you knew back then. I've never changed."
"Yes, you've never changed," Xia Qingtian's gaze fell on Mo Jianing's face. "Although you look a bit older and more weathered now, your heart hasn't changed, has it?"
Still so selfish, greedy, and incorrigible!
"You!" Hearing Xia Qingtian mock her appearance, Mo Jianing choked for a moment, then raised her hand to lightly caress her face. "I regret not cherishing our friendship back then. Now... now I want to ask for another chance, Qingtian, I..."
"Let me think about it." Seeing Mr. Gu already walking onto the stage, Xia Qingtian had no desire to waste more time with Mo Jianing and just wanted to appease her quickly and get her to leave.
Hearing Xia Qingtian say she would consider it, Mo Jianing's eyes lit up, feeling that there was still hope. She immediately smiled and said, "Okay Qingtian, you think about it. My phone number is still the same. Remember to contact me when you've decided. Anytime, I'm at your beck and call!"
"Got it, got it." Casually waving her hand, Xia Qingtian's gaze fell upon the stage.
Admittedly, Mr. Gu's appearance was outstanding, and every smile and gesture was within Xia Qingtian's aesthetic preferences.
There was also his excellent work ability and his high emotional intelligence, which always prevented Xia Qingtian from feeling awkward or embarrassed.
Whenever Xia Qingtian had worries, Mr. Gu could resolve them perfectly in his own way.
If...
If Mr. Gu had never deceived her, then she would probably still like this man very much right now.
What a shame.
Watching Mr. Gu speak clearly and eloquently on stage, Xia Qingtian's gaze flickered.
Today marked the end of the filming for "The Best Intern." This was likely her last job in the entertainment industry.
Thinking about it, the dream she had always pursued in her past life, the dream she was willing to break ties with her family to achieve.
From Sui Sui, the virtual idol based on her voice, to her first duet with her idol Ling Feng Han, to her first variety show recording, and her first participation in film and television dramas...
It seemed like her life hadn't changed much.
Everything she loved was laid out before her smoothly, and she earnestly grasped every precious job opportunity.
What about after?
For the first time, Xia Qingtian felt a sense of confusion about her career and future.
If being an artist in the entertainment industry was her unattainable dream in her past life.
Then what about in this life?
[Host, are you alright?] A electronic voice suddenly sounded, startling Xia Qingtian. [System detects abnormal fluctuations in your emotions.]
[It's nothing,] Xia Qingtian looked at Mr. Gu on stage and chatted with the system in her heart. [I'm just a little lost about myself.]
[When you feel lost, recall your original intention,] the system reminded her. [After all, rebirth is an opportunity not everyone gets. I hope the host seizes this chance and doesn't give up on your original intention!]
Prompted by the system, Xia Qingtian clenched her fist tightly at her side.
How could she forget?
Everything she had endured was absolutely impossible to forget.
Seeing that Xia Qingtian's resolve had strengthened again, the system silently breathed a sigh of relief.
Phew... that was close.
If this host didn't strive to defy fate and change the current trajectory, it would be difficult for it to accumulate enough power to overcome the tribulation again.
It didn't want to be a minor system its entire life. Back then, when it soared through the nine heavens and commanded all things, how magnificent it was.
Damn Heavenly Dao, thinking it could smite it to death, that's a pipe dream!
On the other side, seeing Mr. Gu on stage explaining everything about SH Science and Technology and new energy, Gu Yaoqing's entire face turned black.
What was going on?
Why was it Gu Yaoyang, that bastard?