Married to the army by mistake, abstinent boss becomes addicted to pampering his wife

Chapter 383 Extra Chapter 44: Ask if you don't understand
In the snack shop, Lu Tingting, Wu Meixia, and Song Ke sat around a table, eating ice jelly and discussing whether they should act as supervisors for the charity funds.

Wu Meixia: "Tingting, I don't think Jiang Moli is playing a trick on you this time. Look, the TV station and the newspapers have reported it. She really donated the money to the government. She can't go back on her word, can she?"

Song Ke said, "Jiang Moli told you to ask if you don't understand. Otherwise, go ask your grandfather. He can't possibly help Jiang Moli harm you."

Makes sense.

Lu Tingting finished her ice jelly in a few gulps and excitedly ran to the street to find a phone.

Lu Dezhao was at work at that time, and she was too lazy to go there, so she decided to make a phone call instead.

I searched from one end of the street to the other, but couldn't find a public phone. Instead, I unexpectedly stumbled upon an anniversary.

Today, for the anniversary, he was dressed very formally, wearing a striped polyester shirt, dark blue trousers, the shirt hem tucked into his belt, his hair neatly combed, and carrying an expensive briefcase. Every gesture exuded the composure and maturity of an older person.

"It's an anniversary, I need to find a phone. Do you know where there's a public phone around here?"

"Is there something urgent?"

After asking about the anniversary with concern, before Lu Tingting could speak, he added, "I'm going to a meeting at the Education Bureau, which is just one street ahead. You can call the Education Bureau there."

Lu Tingting blurted out, "Did they let me hit them?"

Zhou Nian laughed: "Isn't there me? As the vice principal, I still have some influence."

Lu Tingting followed Zhou Nian as if possessed.

The two chatted as they walked, and on anniversary, he asked her, "What have you been busy with lately?"

"Nothing much to do, just messing around."

Noticing her distraction, Zhou Nian asked, "Is something on your mind?"

"Why do you ask?"

"Your emotions are all on your face; anyone who pays a little attention can tell."

Upon hearing what Zhou Nian said, Lu Tingting subconsciously touched her face, turned her head to see his smooth and neat jawline, and a strange feeling quietly arose in her heart.

Without any apparent reason, she told Zhou Nian everything about Jiang Moli asking her to be the custodian of the donations, as well as her concerns.

After hearing this, a smile appeared on Zhou Nian's face.

Although his smile was quite charming, Lu Tingting wasn't impressed: "What are you laughing at? Do you think I'm funny?"

No, I've always thought you were cute.

Lu Tingting deflated like a punctured balloon, her anger dissipating in an instant.

Anniversary continued, “I laughed because I was happy that you could tell me your troubles, which means that in your heart, I am someone you can trust.”

After a few words, Lu Tingting had no temper left with Zhou Nian.

She looked at Zhou Nian and said, "Aren't you a teacher? As a teacher, your character can't be too bad."

Anniversary laughed again, "Thank you for recognizing my profession."

After saying that, he became serious and said, "Since you trust me so much, I will briefly share my insights."

Lu Tingting remained noncommittal, saying, "Go ahead and tell me, it's up to me whether I listen or not."

Anniversary was charmed by her proud and aloof demeanor and couldn't help but smile again.

"Has your third aunt ever done anything to truly hurt you?"

Although that woman always verbally bullied her and took advantage of her, she never actually did anything to hurt her. On the contrary, she was sometimes quite nice to her, remembering what she liked to eat, taking her to various banquets, and even buying her an expensive wool coat.

Lu Tingting honestly said, "She never hurt me."

Zhou Nian said with certainty, "Whether something is good or bad, don't look at what she says, but at what she does."

Lu Tingting seemed to be deep in thought.

Zhou Nian didn't speak again, giving her ample time to think. Reaching the Education Bureau gate, Lu Tingting stopped. "Forget it, I won't go in to make the call. I've made up my mind. I'll take the supervisor's job. I'm leaving, bye!"

Anniversary smiled and nodded, "Goodbye."

Lu Tingting waved her hand and ran far away in the blink of an eye.

Watching her hurried figure disappear into the distance, a smile crept into Zhou Nian's eyes.

……

In the evening, Zhou Nian came out of the Education Bureau and was surprised to see people squatting under the tree.

"Lu Tingting, are you waiting for me?"

Lu Tingting looked up at him and couldn't help but complain, "Why is your meeting taking so long? I've been waiting for you all afternoon."

"I'll offer you a soft drink as an apology."

With a smile, he handed her the soft drink he had just bought.

Lu Tingting didn't stand on ceremony and took the drink.

After drinking the cool and refreshing soda, the pent-up frustration and anxiety dissipated.

She proactively explained her purpose to the anniversary: ​​"I've never been a supervisor before, and I don't know how to do it. I'd like to ask you for advice."

Zhou Nian nodded, "No problem. Next time you need to contact me, I can ask the security guard to pass on the message. You don't have to wait here like this."

"How was I supposed to know your meeting would last this long? If I had known, I wouldn't have waited. It's too late today, I have to go home. I'll talk to you another day."

On the anniversary, she apologized, saying, "Let me take you home."

Lu Tingting looked left and right, "How can I deliver it? Do you have a car?"

Zhou Nian shook her head. "No, can you walk?"

"I don't want to walk, I'm exhausted. Never mind, you don't need to take me, I'll take the bus myself."

He then turned and walked toward the station.

Keep up with the anniversary.

Seeing him following her, Lu Tingting turned her head and said, "Didn't I tell you I don't need you to see me off? Don't follow me."

Anniversary: ​​"I also want to take the bus home."

After saying that, he took the initiative to talk to her about work.

"Tomorrow, go to the Finance Bureau and meet with the person in charge of managing the donations. We'll first plan out the administrative scope, the number of farmers covered, and the amount of funding for this project..."

"and many more!"

Lu Tingting shoved the soda bottle into his hand, then pulled out a notebook and pen from her bag and quickly jotted down his words.

Seeing her serious expression, Zhou Nian's eyes showed admiration.

After Lu Tingting finished writing, he continued to talk about the next step:
"Once the office finalizes the list of recipients, they will proceed with the next steps of budgeting and procurement. Your job is to follow up promptly, keep all the lists and data safe, and fully understand the use and flow of funds."

"You should also have a reliable professional review the budget sheet the office gives you privately to prevent embezzlement. If you have time, you can also visit the countryside in person to investigate the actual distribution and use of supplies. That's basically it."

After finishing writing, Lu Tingting closed the notebook with a sigh of relief, her expression revealing excitement and confidence: "This job as a supervisor isn't so difficult after all."

Zhou Nian laughed and said, "Many things are not as difficult as you imagine, as long as you are willing to put in the effort."

Thank you for today!

Looking into her bright eyes, Zhou Nian handed the soda back to her and said, "Personally, I don't think verbal thanks are very sincere."

Lu Tingting was in a good mood. She took a sip of her soda and said generously, "I'll treat you to dinner, but it'll have to wait until next month because I've run out of pocket money this month."

Anniversary chuckled, "Okay, I'll wait for you."