After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 541 Hero saves beauty
Zhou Haoran disliked this kind of occasion.

The degree of power determines the social class, and there is no equality whatsoever.

For example, when Shan Wendong was about to sit down, Deputy Director Gu Hao quickly got up and pulled out a chair for him. In this kind of situation, such a gesture is normal, and no one finds it strange.

Even the parties involved have gotten used to it.

Zhou Haoran was very uncomfortable.

I just feel uncomfortable.

Oh shit!

Does becoming a leader mean you become disabled?
Does one need to be served tea and water, and even need someone to pull out their chair to help them sit down?
And this is even more true when they come over to offer toasts once the banquet begins.

Flattery comes out of his mouth like a well-written poem.

In particular, there was a female host named Tian Xueliu, who was brought by Deputy Director Gu Hao. When she came over to offer a toast, a leader joked with her: "Xueliu is here to offer a toast, how many times will you toast her?"

Tian Xueliu didn't mince words and said with a smile, "You're the leader, I'm the subordinate, so whatever number you say, that's how many times!"

Then, the whole room burst into laughter.

Zhou Haoran, however, couldn't manage a smile.

Office Director Zhang Jianfei sat down next to him, seemingly noticing something, and whispered, "Not used to it?"

Zhou Haoran shook his head. "That's not good."

Zhang Jianfei smiled and said, "You're still young, so it's normal to be a little... idealistic. You'll get used to it as you attend more of these kinds of social events. Things in society are different from what you read in books."

"You're a woman too, can you accept this?"

Zhou Haoran asked back.

"If you don't accept it, you won't even have a chance to get ahead." Zhang Jianfei was already used to it. "That's just reality."

"Never mind, I'm going out for a smoke!"

Zhou Haoran got up and left his seat.

"Haoran, where are you going?"

Deputy Director Liu Yuanqing called him over. After a few rounds of drinks, he was flushed and radiant.

"Go out for a moment."

Zhou Haoran bowed slightly and was about to leave.

Liu Yuanqing was disgruntled at being deprived of his position as the chief coordinator of the investment promotion conference, and fueled by alcohol, he began to lash out, "This won't do! How can I leave the table before I've finished my drinks?"

"I don't drink. Gentlemen, please enjoy your drinks. I'm going to have a smoke."

Zhou Haoran gave him a cold look and didn't give anyone else a chance to speak before leaving in a flash.

"Don't you smoke?" Zhang Jianfei followed, taking a pack of Hongtashan cigarettes from her bag. "Want some?"

Zhou Haoran thought for a moment and then took it.

I lit it and took two puffs.

Zhang Jianfei laughed and said, "I didn't know you smoked. This is the first time I've seen you smoke."

Occasionally, but not often.

Zhou Haoran wasn't addicted to cigarettes and had no interest in this stuff.

Zhang Jianfei came over and smoked with him, saying calmly, "You're practically an uncrowned king now, so try to stay united with your colleagues and avoid conflicts. The fact that you don't have a permanent position is actually a good thing, because it means you only have temporary power and people won't see you as a potential enemy in workplace battles."

"I just want to do something; I have no interest in workplace politics."

Zhou Haoran remained calm.

“Hmm…” Zhang Jianfei paused for a moment, then smiled, “That’s true, these trivial matters at the TV station are nothing to you.”

"Ah."

"Are you Mr. Da?"

"Ah."

"What do these 'masters' do?" Zhang Jianfei asked curiously, tilting her head to look at him. "I heard it's about cultural preservation, is it a gang?"

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "In ancient times, the social hierarchy was scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants. Merchants had the lowest status and were bullied everywhere. Merchants were driven by profit, and conflicts between them were also intense. The Master was there to help merchants solve their problems. But that's all in the past. Times have changed, and the old ways are no longer effective."

"Oh, I see. It's like..."

Zhang Jianfei wanted to say a few more words to him, but then she narrowed her eyes and saw a beautiful woman appear in front of her.

Zhou Haoran found it strange and followed her gaze, only to see Lin Guiyan standing not far ahead.

She was wearing a black dress tonight.

It appears dignified and elegant.

The occasion was just wrong.

Zhang Jianfei threw her cigarette butt on the ground and stomped it out, a half-smile on her face. "I'm going back to toast my boss. You guys chat!"

Lin Guiyan walked over with a somber expression.

The aura is much weaker than before.

At first glance, she looks like a petite woman.

"Haoran..."

Lin Guiyan's voice was low, with a hint of sadness in it.

Zhou Haoran asked, "Why are you here?"

Lin Guiyan said, "I would like to meet with some of the station's leaders and try to get an opportunity."

Who did you come with?

"Own."

"Ok?"

Zhou Haoran raised an eyebrow, his eyes sharp.

Lin Guiyan bit her lip and said, "I came by myself, but I spoke with Deputy Director Liu and he gave me his permission."

"Liu Yuanqing?" Zhou Haoran narrowed his eyes. "Are you very familiar with him?"

Lin Guiyan said, "He used to be the former station director's secretary."

"Oh." Zhou Haoran suddenly realized, "Since you have this connection, what are you afraid of? Yi Changping got into trouble, and it implicated you? The ratings for 'Family Matters' are just not good, so you can't blame Song Yongjun for being so bureaucratic." Lin Guiyan sighed softly, "These are all old connections from the past, how many years can they last?"

"Ok?"

Zhou Haoran sensed a hidden meaning in her words.

Do you still have any cigarettes?

Lin Guiyan reached out her hand.

Zhou Haoran said, "No, this was given to me by Director Zhang."

“Never mind then…” Lin Guiyan looked even more troubled than him, and was in a bad mood. “I contacted Liu Yuanqing before and asked him to help me get me removed from the lifestyle channel. He kept making excuses, and there was something else in his words.”

"What do you mean?"

Zhou Haoran had a vague idea of ​​what was going on.

"What else could it be?" Lin Guiyan's tone was slightly sarcastic, yet also tinged with self-pity. "You want to sleep with me, don't you?"

"Taking advantage of someone's misfortune."

Zhou Haoran thought to himself that he was right, Liu Yuanqing really was this kind of person.

"I really have no other choice."

Lin Guiyan leaned against the wall, her eyes lowered.

"What can't be done?" Zhou Haoran said dismissively. "You're on the payroll, so Song Yongjun can't fire you. At most, you'll just be less likely to be given important responsibilities."

Lin Guiyan gritted her teeth and said, "I'm not reconciled!"

Zhou Haoran shook his head. "It's not easy for a woman to climb up the social ladder without the protection of connections. And now that Yi Changping is in trouble, so many people want to stay as far away from you as possible, for fear of being implicated."

“I know I only have one path left to take.” Lin Guiyan was experienced and knowledgeable, not a naive newcomer to society. “Sell my body.”

Zhou Haoran's expression turned cold. "Have you thought it through?"

"No, I'm not willing to accept this." Lin Guiyan bit her lip tightly. "It's all up to you now."

"Me?" Zhou Haoran didn't want to get involved. "What does this have to do with me?"

Lin Guiyan stared intently at him. "I know I have some feminine charm. If you're willing to help me, everything I have is yours. If you don't, then I'll..."

"What are you talking about?"

Zhou Haoran was a little angry.

Lin Guiyan said angrily, "Then I can only go to that scumbag Liu Yuanqing for help!"

"Go find whoever you want, it's none of my business!"

Zhou Haoran thought this person was hopeless and didn't want to talk to her.

Just then, Liu Yuanqing came out of the banquet hall.

I went around looking for someone.

"Lin Guiyan! What are you doing here?" Liu Yuanqing seemed to be quite drunk, his speech was a bit slurred, and he shouted, "Hurry up, go toast the leader! Do you still want to transfer jobs?"

“Liu Tai…” Lin Guiyan forced a smile, “I just had a drink and my stomach feels uncomfortable, so I’m just getting some fresh air here.”

"One cup is nothing, hurry up!"

Liu Yuanqing walked over and tried to put his arm around her shoulder.

Lin Guiyan skillfully dodged it.

Liu Yuanqing reached out and grabbed her arm again, but she couldn't break free. She quickly said, "Director Liu, let me rest for a bit, I'll be there in a little while."

"Let's go, hurry up!" Liu Yuanqing was drunk and his eyesight was failing. His gaze was fixed on Lin Guiyan as he chuckled and said, "Drinking helps with milk production. We'll be done soon, have a couple more drinks."

Zhou Haoran was nowhere to be seen.

Lin Guiyan was dragged away by him.

Can't break free.

She turned to look at Zhou Haoran, her eyes filled with sorrow and longing.

Zhou Haoran knew that Editor-in-Chief Lin was most likely putting on an act.

Perhaps she came to the party tonight hoping to evoke my compassion and use my kindness to help her out of her current predicament.

Even though he knew she was doing it on purpose, Zhou Haoran still couldn't control himself in the face of this scene and couldn't refuse her no matter what.

I think Lin Guiyan is a really shrewd person. She makes the most of her advantages as a woman.

"stop!"

Zhou Haoran still called out.

In an instant, a dazzling light shone from Lin Guiyan's dull eyes, as if Pangu had created the world and discovered a new realm. She was no longer the helpless woman being dragged along; with a powerful twist, she broke free.

It made Liu Yuanqing stumble.

"Lin Guiyan!"

Liu Yuanqing was furious.

"That's enough for you."

Zhou Haoran walked over and looked at Liu Yuanqing with displeasure.

"Haoran..." Liu Yuanqing's eyes lit up, and he sobered up a bit. "You're here too! Come on, let's go have a drink!"

"No, Editor-in-Chief Lin isn't feeling well, I need to take her home."

Zhou Haoran's single sentence definitively established the nature of the matter.

It's basically telling the other person clearly that they have a good relationship with Lin Guiyan, and to put away any inappropriate thoughts they might have.

Liu Yuanqing paused for a moment, his eyes darting back and forth between Zhou Haoran and Lin Guiyan several times, before forcing a smile. "This isn't over yet, don't rush, leave later! So many station leaders are here, it's not appropriate for you to leave now."

"I'm fine, but Editor-in-Chief Lin is a different story. Her family just had a crisis, and a lot of people are worried about her. I'm afraid that if she drinks too much, some people might start having all sorts of wild thoughts. I'd better leave now."

Zhou Haoran was practically pointing his finger at him, telling him not to be a toad trying to eat swan meat.

The gloom in Lin Guiyan's heart dissipated, and she saw hope as the clouds parted and the sun shone through. She walked over and took Zhou Haoran's arm.

Zhou Haoran glanced at her, somewhat helpless, but didn't refuse, "Let's go!"

Lin Guiyan didn't look at Liu Yuanqing again. She smiled and hugged his arm in her arms, her eyes filled with undisguised smugness and pride.

(End of this chapter)