Getting into the finance department was equivalent to gaining access to the company’s financial core.
Ye Yun nervously waited for Manager Shao’s response.
Manager Shao hadn’t expected Ye Yun to make such a request.
He gave her a surprised glance but ultimately shook his head and refused.
“Ding—”
The elevator doors opened at that moment, and Manager Shao stepped out without another word.
Left behind in the elevator, Ye Yun stood frozen in disbelief. Why would Manager Shao choose to keep Ye Shaohua over me?
What does she have that I don’t?
I’ve worked ten thousand times harder than her—isn’t that obvious to everyone?
I’ve even lived an extra lifetime compared to her!
Whatever Manager Shao said to Ye Guofu must have had a significant impact. After their meeting, Ye Guofu’s demeanor brightened considerably.
He began placing greater trust in Ye Shaohua.
Not only was she given more responsibilities in the finance department, but she was also gradually being integrated into the planning team.
This sudden shift unsettled Ye Yun, who had been coasting smoothly until now.
After all, Ye Shaohua had always been exceptional—skipping grades, winning awards—her talent undeniable.
Ye Yun knew her current achievements were largely due to her rebirth advantage.
But in a few years, once that edge faded, she’d have nothing left to rely on. She had to seize every opportunity now.
This time, it was the investment deal between Ye Corporation and Morning Light Tech.
Morning Light Tech was the leading technology giant in the country, its CEO ranking as Asia’s richest man. The company’s influence spanned the nation and was now expanding overseas.
Securing this partnership would be a major leap forward for Ye Corporation.
Every company in Qing City was eyeing this bid.
Especially Ye Yun, who, with her rebirth knowledge, knew this project would be the ultimate springboard for Ye Corporation’s future success.
It was also the most crucial step in building her own network within the company.
The planning department took this bid extremely seriously.
Ye Shaohua was assigned to a small team working on the proposal, though she didn’t invest much effort into it. The first draft was designed by the team’s senior members.
However, thanks to her sharp focus and unique insights, the senior team members took extra time to mentor her.
Ye Shaohua was a quick learner, grasping concepts with just a hint of guidance.
No wonder Manager Shao praises her so much, the senior team member thought, nodding discreetly. She’s a clever and steady kid.
The person overseeing Morning Light Tech’s bidding process was a bespectacled middle-aged man.
Ye Yun led another investment team from Ye Corporation.
Having heard about this bid in her past life, she had tailored her proposal specifically to the preferences of the person in charge.
She was determined to win.
Morning Light Tech’s employees carried an air of arrogance, but given that they were the best in their respective fields, it wasn’t entirely unwarranted.
Rumor had it that their CEO had extremely high standards—only the brightest minds made the cut.
When the senior member of Ye Shaohua’s team handed over their proposal, the Morning Light Tech representative flipped through it briefly before setting it aside indifferently.
Though they had expected this reaction, the team couldn’t help but feel disappointed.
Soon, it was Ye Yun’s turn.
She watched the representative’s expression closely. She had only heard about this opportunity in her past life and wasn’t entirely sure her strategy would work.
To her surprise, the previously stoic representative’s eyes lit up as he reviewed her proposal.
He glanced at her, his tone noticeably warmer. “Manager Ye of Ye Corporation, right? Please follow me—we have some details to discuss.”
Two other companies—both local powerhouses in Qing City—were also selected.
The fact that the relatively modest Ye Corporation had been chosen earned Ye Yun envious and astonished looks from the others.
Ye Yun was trembling with excitement.
As she stood to follow the representative into the meeting room, she suddenly paused and turned to Ye Shaohua with a gentle smile.
“Little sister Shaohua, Morning Light’s collaborations are notoriously difficult. Since it’s your first time in the planning department, don’t take it too hard that you weren’t selected.”
Her tone was perfectly pleasant, but the glint of triumph in her eyes didn’t escape Ye Shaohua’s notice.
Winning a partnership with Morning Light Tech was a monumental achievement for Ye Corporation.
Even the perpetually busy Ye Guofu made time to treat the planning department to a celebratory dinner.
At the table, Ye Yun sat to Ye Guofu’s right.
Everyone listened as she described the opulence of Morning Light Tech’s headquarters—the cutting-edge 3D technology, the lavish facilities—and how impressed the company’s representative had been with her.
After a few words, Ye Guofu turned to speak with Ye Shaohua.
“I’ll be traveling tomorrow,” he said quietly. “To the capital. I’ll be gone for about a week. When it’s time for your college entrance exams, I’ll have the butler accompany you.”
Ye Shaohua poked at her food lazily. “Got it.”
Ye Guofu stared at her for a long moment.
He half-expected her to insist that he stay, to say that she wanted him there for her exams.
But how could he know? The current Ye Shaohua had a mental age older than his own.
Parental accompaniment during exams? Unnecessary.
Noticing Ye Shaohua sitting quietly to Ye Guofu’s left, head bowed over her meal, Ye Yun smiled.
“Little sister Shaohua, why so quiet? Still upset? I heard from Manager Shao that you’re excellent in finance. Our planning team actually needs a temporary financial consultant. Why don’t you join us? Tomorrow, you can visit Morning Light Tech’s headquarters and broaden your horizons.”
