CHAPTER 683: CHAPTER 614: SPEAKING OF HER, WHAT A SHAME (PART 3)

Now for Xu Mengjie, this mess she brought upon herself, you’re bothering her? Wasting her precious time, energy, and the connections and favors she has in the industry?! Do you think that President Yue hasn’t been good enough or trusting enough towards Xingyue and to us?! Do you want to be that person in President Yue’s mind who is ’unaware’ and ’unreliable’?!"

She took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing her surging anger, but the cold light in her eyes and the sharpness in her words did not diminish in the slightest:

"Xu Mengjie is an adult! She chose this path with her eyes closed, ears covered, and heart masked! She was determined to jump into the fire pit! She personally signed the termination agreement, trampling and crushing the efforts of President Zhou and President Yue for over half a year under her feet! It was she who slammed the door of Xingyue shut from the inside and sealed it!"

"Regret now? Want to turn back? It’s too late! Xingyue is not a garbage recycling center! Nor is it a shelter where Xu Mengjie can come and go as she pleases! The positions and resources of the company are reserved for those who are prepared, have potential, are worth nurturing, and know how to cherish!"

"Look at the newly signed Yan Leilei! In terms of talent, her voice is heaven-given! In terms of character, she is steadfast, willing to learn, neither arrogant nor rash! In what aspect is she not a hundred times better than this now disheveled and mentally collapsed Xu Mengjie?! She is the rightful and deserving core artist of Xingyue that we should entrust our future to!"

Si Younian furrowed his brows, seemingly contemplating the weight in Xi Hongxia’s words.

Certainly, he is a compassionate person.

But regarding Xu Mengjie, as the first artist to request contract termination after President Yue took over, President Zhou advised her, Sister Man advised her when she returned, and people from the legal and economic departments almost took turns to communicate with her.

But she was adamant about leaving.

As for President Yue...

She has been overseas for over a week now, and aside from a few senior executives, she has been out of contact for messages from others.

Si Younian had no hesitation in his thought—

If President Yue took action, Xu Mengjie would definitely turn the tide!

Just like those capital players who had been targeting Xingyue before, aren’t they the ones opening up their resources to them now?

But...

Seeing Si Younian deep in thought, Xi Hongxia reiterated, her tone grim:

"Si Younian, I solemnly warn you, do not mention this to President Yue! Not a single word! If you bring this up, you’re slapping President Zhou in the face! You’re consuming the last bit of trust and favor that President Yue has for Xingyue and our team! Consider the consequences yourself!"

Si Younian shook his head: "I have no intention to help, I was just thinking... it was truly not easy for President Yue to tackle so many troubles and hold up a piece of sky for Xingyue back then."

He is a true admirer of Yue.

Xi Hongxia’s tightly held expression slightly relaxed, letting out a snort from her nose: "That’s more like it. Remember, resources should be used wisely, on those with promising futures."

They both failed to notice, behind the frosted glass door leading from the break area to the inner office, a tall and sturdy figure had stood motionless for quite some time.

Zhou Jue holding a freshly printed plan for the "Key Resource Allocation for New Quarter Artists", originally intended to be sent to the rehearsal room.

Passing by coincidentally, at the mere mention of the name "Xu Mengjie," his steps froze, and he listened intently to the gunpowder-filled yet unequivocal argument in the break area.

At this moment, the expression on his face remained habitually calm and restrained, with no major waves.

But in the depths of his profound eyes flashed a razor-sharp scrutiny and... an almost imperceptible hint of approval.

Xi Hongxia, this artist signed by President Yue against all odds at the time, once viewed by him as too astute and somewhat mercenary, now in the face of significant rights and wrongs and core interests, displayed a clarity, decisiveness, and loyalty that was truly eye-opening.

Her words, though as sharp and even harsh as knives, were incisive, unswervingly defending the company’s interests and rules, unwaveringly maintaining Yan Yueqing’s absolute authority and favor, drawing a clear boundary of who’s "inside" and who’s "outside."

He recalled Yan Yueqing’s meaningful comment when they signed Xi Hongxia: "She’s sharp enough and clear-headed enough. Xingyue needs such a blade to cut through indecision and define boundaries."

In hindsight, President Yue’s judgment was terrifyingly accurate.

This "blade," at the critical moment, was aptly used, its sharpness fully displayed, guarding the most core values.

Zhou Jue did not linger further, clutching the "Resource Allocation Plan," he silently turned and walked steadily towards the rehearsal room.

However, his pace seemed more brisk and assured than when he came.

Xu Mengjie seeking them out was nothing more than a last-ditch attempt to find a lifeline in Yan Yueqing.

But why should President Yue pay for her capricious actions over and over again? Each time trust was exchanged for another betrayal and depletion, the favor has long been exhausted.

The aroma of coffee in the break area lingered undispersed.

The topic of Xu Mengjie, like a stone thrown into the lake named "Xingyue," after stirring brief ripples of anger and sighs, ultimately returned to a deeper tranquility.

Xingyue’s path is firm and clear, not deviated in the slightest by the hurried fall of a meteor.

The rising star, full of infinite possibilities — Yan Leilei, is the future they need to collectively uplift, pour resources into, and sculpt with heart and soul.

In the world of adults, cruel yet fair, everyone must bear full responsibility for every choice they make, swallowing the bitter fruit they brew themselves. Pleas for help will ultimately be drowned in the silent consensus of everyone in Xingyue.

Yan Yueqing’s tranquility shall not be disturbed, nor should it be sacrificed again for past affairs.

Xu Mengjie?

When speaking of her, all that remains is the word "pity."

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PS: President Yue has embarked on the overseas Jiang Family side story. After leveling up by defeating challenges, this book is about to wrap up~ Everyone can check if there are any unresolved plot points in the book or if there are any storylines you still want to follow. After the main story ends, I will write standalone special Chapters at your requests. Love you all~