Ye Ziyu finished speaking, and the quiet conference hall erupted in enthusiastic applause.
Gu Xiuyu clapped his hands, abandoning his serious demeanor, and enthusiastically gave Ye Ziyu a thumbs-up.
Mr. Gu shifted his gaze to Ye Ziyu's face.
Compared to Gu Xiuyu's enthusiasm, Ye Ziyu was remarkably cold. She exuded an air of dislike towards him. This Ye family girl is not simple!
The goodwill he had just gained turned into dissatisfaction with Ye Ziyu under Gu Xiuyu's exclamation.
After coming down from the stage, Ye Ziyu returned to her seat.
Ye Shaoting had been looking at his phone the entire time. He only realized something was amiss when Ye Ziyu's presentation was not what he had initially prepared for.
"Why did the plan change?"
"We'll talk about it later."
Ye Shaoting glanced at Ye Ziyu and did not press further.
After everyone had finished their presentations, Mr. Gu took the stage to announce the end. As for the results and which company they would cooperate with, the answer would only be known in three days.
The people present all stood up and walked out one after another.
Ye Ziyu blocked Su Mingkang's path. "Mr. Su, can we talk?"
"Talk?" Su Mingkang shrugged, feigning difficulty. "I'd also like to chat with Miss Ye, but the company has matters to attend to, and I really don't have time."
"It's alright, I just have a few words to say." Ye Ziyu continued to block his way.
Su Mingkang knew exactly what she wanted to say.
He raised an eyebrow, curious to see how she would approach it.
"Mr. Su is clearly an intelligent person. Things forcefully taken will not last. Instead of relying on crooked means, it's better to face yourself and improve your abilities as soon as possible."
"Well said. I'll add another sentence. There is no wall that cannot be breached in this world. If you don't want anyone to know, you shouldn't do it in the first place."
Gu Xiuyu walked over.
Su Mingkang, who had been looking smug just moments ago, instantly became nervous.
Ye Ziyu was a mere child's play to him, posing no threat. But Gu Xiuyu was different; his word could decide the final outcome.
"Young Master Gu speaks wisely!" Su Mingkang shamelessly fawned over Gu Xiuyu.
Fawning requires consideration of the occasion. Gu Xiuyu ignored his words with disdain, turned to Ye Ziyu, and asked, "Want to talk privately?"
Tension and surprise flickered in Su Mingkang's eyes.
It was widely known that Ye Ziyu was married to Di Mingjue. When had she become involved with Gu Xiuyu?
Ye Shaoting, standing nearby, also found it unexpected. Logically, today was Ye Ziyu's first meeting with Gu Xiuyu.
Sensing everyone's curiosity about their relationship, Ye Ziyu wished to avoid unnecessary trouble. She politely declined and then spoke to Ye Shaoting about leaving.
Gu Xiuyu chased after her, leaning close to Ye Ziyu's ear.
Ye Shaoting, standing beside them, frowned, his curiosity about their relationship piqued.
"Mr. Gu, thank you for your kindness, but I truly don't need it." Ye Ziyu took a step back and earnestly refused him.
She had already informed Di Mingjue of the situation, and by now, he should have found some clues. She was in a hurry to return to see him and really had no time to engage with Gu Xiuyu.
Ye Ziyu exuded a strong sense of displeasure. If Gu Xiuyu continued to pester her, she would not hesitate to retort ungraciously.
"Alright, if you need anything, just find me." Gu Xiuyu lowered himself, assuming a pleading posture.
Ye Ziyu remained silent and walked away.
Ye Shaoting nodded at Gu Xiuyu and followed Ye Ziyu into the elevator.
Wondering about their relationship and considering whether to ask, Ye Ziyu turned to look at him.
"Our project proposal was stolen by the Su Corporation."
No wonder!
When Su Mingkang was presenting, he had inadvertently glanced at the large screen on stage. It felt familiar, but he was distracted by the content on his phone and didn't delve deeper.
"How could it have been stolen?" Ye Shaoting asked.
The entire project proposal was executed by Ye Ziyu herself, and she had decided on the final plan. Unless the content leaked from her hands, no one could have obtained the final proposal.