Chapter 129: Before losing contact again, I'll definitely let you know in advance

The next day, Lin Meng had just woken up when she received a caring phone call from her aunt.

"Little Meng, are you really okay? I originally went to Jing Shi with your uncle to look for you, you child, you scared me to death."

"Your uncle said, nowadays young people never leave their phones; after several days of no contact, something must have happened. I even scolded him for being a jinx, but are you really okay? Do you need me and your uncle to come over?"

What Lin Cuihua worried about most was that Lin Meng, a young woman, had been bullied in the big city.

Nowadays, anyone with a smartphone—how could they go five days without touching it? There must be some special circumstance.

After thinking, Lin Cuihua cautiously added:

"Little Meng, if your personal freedom is restricted, just cough once."

Lin Meng: "……"

"Aunt, I'm really fine. I'm in a special period right now, so I might not be able to stay in touch with the outside world, but I swear I am completely free and safe—don't worry about me."

"Next time I'll definitely remember to say hello before I lose contact for a while."

Lin Cuihua startled, "Still going to lose contact? Little Meng, if work in Jing Shi is too intense, why not come stay with your aunt? You have a talent for stone gambling—here it's not so hectic, and I can take care of your daily needs."

Lin Cuihua thought, Lin Meng must be struggling hard in the big city, working herself to death—what kind of job requires losing contact for a period? That's too frightening.

Lin Meng curled her lips; her aunt was also worried about her, but she couldn't conveniently reveal the specific circumstances.

If she told her aunt she was cultivating and would lose contact while in seclusion, her aunt would probably worry even more, maybe even call the police, claiming she had been poisoned by some cult in Jing Shi and needed to be rescued from the pit of fire.

After thinking, Lin Meng came up with an excuse.

"Aunt, I'm really fine—I'm not a workaholic who only works and never rests; I'm currently doing freelance work. The details aren't convenient to share, and I hope you can understand."

Having said all that, Lin Cuihua could only stop pressing further.

She still worried, but at the same time she knew that young people nowadays have their own ideas, and their circles are very different from hers; as long as Lin Meng's health and safety are ensured, that's enough.

The child has her own secrets, and her abilities surpass theirs—so she shouldn't be probed too much.

"Alright, then aunt won't say more. Remember to call aunt more often; if you run into any trouble, definitely don't bear it alone. Aunt and your uncle may not have much ability, but they can always be of help at critical moments—don't stand on ceremony with aunt."

Lin Meng rubbed her sore nose and let out an affirmative hum.

Before hanging up, Lin Meng suddenly thought of something and asked her aunt back.

"Aunt, did you have something to talk to me about that day? I was so focused on chatting about me that I almost forgot this."

Lin Cuihua said:

"No, it's not that—someone came by asking me whether I'd had recent contact with you, inquiring about you, which made me think to look for you."

Lin Meng blinked, "Someone's been inquiring about my affairs?"

"Exactly, it's the boss's people, who sent someone specifically to inquire about your affairs. Little Meng, you and this General Manager are…"

Lin Meng never expected it to be Ye Chenjing—apparently he couldn't reach her, feared something had happened, and so was searching everywhere for her?

Really didn't expect him to care so much about her.

Lin Meng came to her senses and said to Lin Cuihua:

"Aunt's fine now; the General Manager and I have business dealings—perhaps he couldn't reach me, so he went to ask you."

"……"

After hanging up, Lin Cuihua quietly chuckled to herself.

Just business dealings? She didn't buy it.

The person who came to inquire that day was clearly anxious; after confirming Lin Meng had no contact with her aunt's family, he immediately called that General Manager to report.

She heard it loud and clear—the boss on the other end of the line was frantic.

But having said that, her little niece is truly impressive, so capable—being able to do business with a tycoon like the boss is promising; her third older brother and his wife underground would surely be delighted.

After Ye Chenjing confirmed Lin Meng wasn't intentionally ignoring his messages, his mood improved greatly, and the next day he felt refreshed and clear-headed.

Seeing the big boss looking radiant today, the employees started speculating in private.

"They've made up—looks like the General Manager and his little girlfriend have resolved their conflict; maybe we can finally breathe a little easier."

"Definitely—these past days have been nerve-wracking for me; clocking in for work feels like shouldering a pack of explosives onto the battlefield, constantly worrying that the big CEO Ye will suddenly erupt in anger and blow me up."

"We little clerks are actually fine; the worst off are definitely those company executives—I see my supervisor's face these days looking ghastly, his speech and actions as jumpy as a startled bird, also terrified of being yelled at by the General Manager."

"……"

In the president's office, Sun Yao felt the General Manager was acting quite differently today—apparently he had gotten in touch with Miss Lin.

"Did Miss Lin reply?"

Ye Chenjing was in a good mood, unusually responsive to questions.

"Hmm, she hasn't had her phone these past few days, which is why we couldn't reach her."

Upon hearing that, Sun Yao's eyes widened and he let out an "Ah"?

Good grief, such a perfunctory excuse—who would believe that?

Seeing Ye Chenjing full of energy at work, Sun Yao couldn't help but feel a jolt in his heart.

Uh-oh, the General Manager bought it.

No, General Manager, you're too easy to please—this little thought is obvious without guessing.

This General Manager, who hadn't bloomed in ages, has not only blossomed but is now flooding over!

Sun Yao wiped the shock from his face, feeling a thousand affirmations inside—the General Manager has fallen in love this time, but he won't expose it.

After putting away his gossip mindset, Sun Yao became serious and handed over the tablet.

"General Manager, the Fang Family side has sent an invitation, requesting you to bring your family to a banquet at Little South Heaven the day after tomorrow."

Little South Heaven is a Daoist retreat on a small island east of Jing Shi.

Although it's a Daoist temple, it's often frequented by officials and nobles; ordinary wealthy people can't just enter, and the threshold is extremely high.

Ye Chenjing didn't even look up, merely responding indifferently: "Just refuse it—there's so much going on; from now on, unless there's something special, you don't need to report the Fang Family's invitations to me; just turn them down directly."

Sun Yao, however, said:

General Manager, this time the blessing ceremony at Little South Heaven has specially gathered many renowned entrepreneurs from the jewelry industry.

As soon as Sun Yao finished speaking, Ye Chenjing immediately understood.

Now the Ye Clan Group has begun expanding into the jade and jewelry industry, and it is bound to clash with the industry's top influencers.

It seems we cannot avoid attending this blessing ceremony.

Send me the itinerary.

Sun Yao, while operating, said: "Do I need to make a trip to the old residence to inform Old Dong?"

Ye Chenjing raised their head at this moment, frowned, and said:

"What should I notify him about? I'm inviting Lin Meng to go."

Sun Yao froze.

"Family members, Lin Meng, uh—General Manager's intention is quite obvious."

"But what about the Old Chairman? If it's the blessing ceremony, the Old Master should still be very interested."

Ye Chenjing replied without hesitation: "No need, he wants to go; next time let Chen Yu take him."

Anyway, that brat Chen Yu is very idle.

Sun Yao smiled and said nothing.

"Look, even someone who usually acts aloof and self-controlled, once they develop a love-struck mind, even their beloved grandfather has to lean back."

At this moment, Old Master Ye, who was drinking tea at the old residence, sneezed three times in a row and couldn't help cursing under his breath.

"Which grandson is badmouthing me?"