Chapter 9: New Enemy

Monday morning, 7:00 am...

Good Morning Boss! I heard that you wanted to take Miss Lin to a new fashion parade? His secretary said turning a cup of coffee to his boss

Yes! I think it can be a good idea because I need to make an advertisement once more. He replied sipping his coffee then putting it down

It's not to offend, but why do you appreciate her that much? he asked curiously

She looks professional! That's the type of model people want. It's a good thing for the company. 

Hmm... That is not wrong! She really does look professional! I will ask someone to review her CV and then he will ask her some questions.

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A few minutes later when Lin Zoe arrived to work,

Yes! Senior, did you called me? she called as she quickly rushed to the room

You can call me Laura from now on. I will review your CV. she said calmly

Lin Zoe stood politely and gazed at her manager. 

Apparently, we have some things to discuss right? she went on holding the documents

I don't know. she replied scratching her hair

Then take a seat we will review all of this at once. Laura replied taking a look at her 

Did I do something wrong? Please, tell me that I am not expelled from the company because of that incident. she thought 

What is she doing? Laura thought peeking at her 

She was holding her legs in tremor and shaking her head with her hands clasped together. 

Can she know about what the CEO and I discussed lately? She thought further

He was the one in the wrong. Not sure he can do that. 

I'm too stressed it's nothing. she held her head depressed

You look very anxious! It's nothing wrong, I just want to ask you some questions. Laura said as she looked desperately at Zoe who was calming herself

Can I start? She asked arranging her hair

Yes, sure! Zoe nodded

I just wanted to ask, since when did you start making parades?

I did not do any parade for a while. Zoe answered

Humm... but your CV says you did some parades when you were young. Laura replied as she carefully read the details on her curriculum

That's exactly what I'm saying! Zoe went on

It's OK. You looked so professional at the last parade, the boss asked me to review your CV. she said calmly

Really!? she asked widening open her eyes

"Haha!"

Why was I so silly? She thought

Thank you! Fine, you're free. Laura ended as she opened the door to get out

Phew! She gasped as soon as she closed the door

....

Texting on phone*

Shen Zi: hello!

Lin Zoe: How is it?

Shen Zi: Fine like always.

Lin Zoe: Really?

Shen Zi: You don't believe me?

Lin Zoe: Silly!

Shen Zi: Sighs*...

Lin Zoe: Something strange happened today at work. I almost thought I will be fired.

Shen Zi: What happened?

Lin Zoe: My senior, Laura wanted to review my CV to see if I did some parades before and confirm my identity.

Shen Zi: What were her impressions about you?

Lin Zoe: They were quite desirable. Maybe they wanted to see if they could higher my position to make me participate in more parades for the future. Do you see?

Shen Zi: Guess, you can be right! I don't know. If something troubles you, call me.

Lin Zoe: Thank you so much! Love. she wrote with a smiley face and a heart

... Lin Zoe left the conversation...

Hello Miss Lin! a woman greeted as she was passing

Hi! she greeted back and then continued till the office

Knocks*...

Mr. Tsu, can I enter? she asked reluctantly

Yes, come in! he said seeming normal but quite happier to see her than other days

He sucks, I will have rather be his girlfriend so that I kill him more easily. Zoe thought with a grin on her face

Do you have any concerns that I can help with? Tsu Lian asked sitting crossed-legged on his office chair. 

Very bossy! he looks mighty and yet so ungrateful. she thought trying not to grin this time

Yes, it is about the last parade I did. she bravely responded

"Continue." he said waving his hand 

I just wanted to let you know that I didn't do many parades in my life but if you are searching for someone who can parade I'm the right person. Maybe, I'm talented in model skills, but I will definitely make this company rise to its peak.

And also fall... she thought

Personally, I didn't expect to say that but you persuaded me to trust you further. He said, enthusiastic

There is a parade today, I wanted to take another model today but it's better to have you around. After that there is a platform show, you will have to talk about yourself and the company.

I will inform your manager, she will get everything ready!

You have all the weekend, manage your time. He said with a serious glare

Thank you, Mr. Tsu! I don't know how to express my gratitude!

You can dispose! he said getting back serious to his work

Lin Zoe quickly went out and brimmed of joy over her luck. 

I am already rising. I will soon become the best model in China and gain back my position. My revenge is also very near.