After the negotiation meeting concluded, Teacher Yang and her group of students busied themselves with several small meetings she was personally involved in. These were private discussion meetings, but because they were related to the topic the students were researching, they had the opportunity to participate. Since the meetings were small, they also had the chance to take turns practicing their skills. After several rounds, they could, with some effort, be said to have gained a bit of professional ability.
Coincidentally, there was a lull in activities these past few days. Teacher Yang called them over that morning. After a thorough explanation, she distributed a file to each of them. The document wasn't long, just a few pages. However, the requirements were numerous. Attached to these pages were some research papers Teacher Yang had collected, all organized and sent as digital files. She instructed them to read them carefully, stating that they would have a meeting to discuss them in a few days. If there were no issues, they would then prepare for the conclusion of the first phase. As for the remaining arrangements, Teacher Yang mentioned that time was too tight, and with their current level, it would have to be postponed until the holidays.
The more Song Daiyao thought about it, the more she felt she was lacking and needed to work harder. Watching Qiu Xi eating, she felt a pang of envy, wishing she possessed similar abilities. After a brief moment of reflection, Song Daiyao remained optimistic. Her thoughts today were prompted by Teacher Yang's constant reminders. Ever since she learned that Qiu Xi was in the same year, same class, and even the same dormitory, Teacher Yang had been mentioning them to her group with increased frequency. However, Song Daiyao didn't feel uncomfortable; instead, she was very happy for her good friend and fortunate to have shared the same space with her for four years of university!
"Slap!"
"Daiyao!"
Shen Yan looked at Song Daiyao. Finding no other way, she reached out and gently patted her. "What are you thinking about? You're so engrossed!" It was strange... She had been talking for quite some time, and Song Daiyao hadn't responded to her questions at all, not showing her usual cheerful demeanor.
"Hmm?"
The sudden pat made Song Daiyao instinctively straighten up, then respond dazedly. "Nothing... I just remembered something and got distracted." "Yan Yan, what were you saying?" Shen Yan covered her forehead with a sense of exasperation and could only repeat herself with resignation. "I said, for the New Year's Day trip, we need to start buying our tickets." They had already looked into it, but at the time, Xiao Xi's availability was uncertain, so they hadn't bought them, delaying it until now. However, Xiao Xi had just informed her that all the elders were going, so she planned to buy the tickets as they had discussed earlier.
"This, okay!" "Are we just buying for the three of us?" Shen Yan nodded, "Yes." "Okay, I understand. I'll go look now." Song Daiyao's mind was completely back on track as she took out her phone from her bag to buy the tickets. "Yan Yan, how about you? I'm done on my end." In just a short while, Qiu Xi also finished buying the tickets she needed. Shen Yan glanced at Song Daiyao's phone screen and nodded, "Done." "Then it's settled. We'll deal with the rest after the holidays." She had finished eating and wanted to give herself some time to relax, considering it a form of work-life balance.
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In the evening, Liang Yunfei returned. Upon entering the door, she was beaming with joy. Anyone could tell she had good news, let alone Qiu Xi and the others. They were familiar with Xiao Feifei! Usually, she wouldn't show such obvious delight even for small happy events. But now, it was so apparent, she must be in an exceptionally good mood! "Xiao Feifei, what's the great news that's making you so happy?" Looking at Song Daiyao, Liang Yunfei eagerly nodded, "Indeed, there is great news!" With that, she moved closer to Qiu Xi. "Xiao Xi, this great news needs to be told to you first."
Hearing the joy evident in her tone, Qiu Xi turned, "Hmm? What good news?" Before Qiu Xi could ask further, Liang Yunfei blurted it all out. "It's about Xiguang; the formulas you gave Pei Wen have all been improved by him, and the products have already been developed!" "And also, and also, Jing Shu has finalized our product packaging, and you'll be able to see it once the samples arrive in a couple of days..." Qiu Xi, who had been quite relaxed, became increasingly spirited as Liang Yunfei spoke. She hadn't expected that in such a short time, the people in the company would give her such a big surprise. It seemed her investment was truly worth it!
After listening, Qiu Xi's tone became much more excited, "This is indeed wonderful news worth celebrating!" Qiu Xi immediately decided to visit in a few days. "Xiao Feifei, tell me when the samples are ready, and I'll go with you to have a look, and then chat with Pei Wen." After this batch, she didn't plan to provide any more formulas for the time being; it was better to let things settle for a while. Rushing for results wasn't necessarily a good thing. Moreover, she hadn't forgotten that Pei Wen still had a heavy burden to carry; they should resolve that matter first before proceeding with further plans.
Liang Yunfei was extremely pleased to hear this and nodded vigorously, "Okay!" Recently, since Xiao Xi got busy, she hadn't been to the company for a while. Now, she really acted like a novice secretary, occasionally relaying messages. But Xiao Xi was the type who trusted her subordinates completely and didn't second-guess them. She was very bold and allowed the current key figures in the company to handle many matters freely. Although it sounded a bit like slacking off, as time passed, the results proved her approach was not at all improper; on the contrary, it was highly effective. Only sometimes, when the few of them gathered, they would playfully complain a bit. If Xiao Xi went now, it would surely make everyone happy for quite some time.
"Okay, then that's settled. We'll discuss the specifics later." Seeing Liang Yunfei's unreserved expression, Qiu Xi could sense a little something. However, she didn't have any other thoughts about it. After all, her original intention in seeking talented individuals was precisely to be able to delegate and step back from daily operations! She only needed to grasp the overall direction now. Periodically attending meetings and having discussions—not having to go to the company over time—that was her ultimate goal! She was determined to lead a team well!