"A pre-graduation student from University A..."
After listening to Alister's recitation, smoother than reading a script, Himizuki reexamined him and crossed her legs sharply, speaking with a sharp tone:
"Next question, what are your plans for the Psychological Rehabilitation Department position?"
"Take it seriously, do a good job, that's all, nothing else." Alister faced Himizuki's proud crimson eyes and answered decisively.
As the leader of the Hiji Corporation, Himizuki didn't divert her gaze like an ordinary woman would; instead, she scrutinized Alister with even more severity.
"Oh?"
Her slightly narrowed crimson eyes resembled a descending vermilion phoenix, piercing into the hearts of those being observed, making Luorou, who was beside her, feel uneasy as she fidgeted.
Himizuki laughed lightly, leaning back on the fabric sofa, her aura of a corporate leader now pressuring Luorou.
"..."
Luorou acted like an innocent child, pretending to know nothing, and absentmindedly scratched her cheek.
Then, seemingly determined, Luorou mustered up her courage...
She showed Himizuki an angelic smile, radiating warmth like sunshine, and made a cute cat-like gesture with her hand, attempting to deceive her:
"N-no... not at all! Meow~"
Himizuki was quite interested and propped her chin up, turning her gaze towards Alister. Her tone seemed to carry a sense of punishment:
"Little Luorou has already admitted to not working seriously just now. Do you have anything to say?"
"I didn't admit..." Luorou's expression seemed to say so.
A classic first day at work, the senior leader coming to establish authority.
Himizuki was indeed giving special attention to her little employee.
However...
Alister remained as calm as water, neither anxious nor hurried, and calmly stated his innocence:
"Minister Ji Yi and I signed a work contract that specifically states my role is only as the department mascot and that I don't need to perform any substantive tasks."
...Sorry, Luorou, my work contract takes precedence over yours.
As he finished speaking...
"Scared?!" Luorou made a cute expression of disbelief, "No way, you mean..."
...That she would be the one found neglecting her duties? No way!
Ignoring Luorou's unnaturally awkward expression, Himizuki fell silent for a moment, seemingly confirming whether Alister was lying, and then said casually:
"Alright, it seems that Ji Yi treats you quite well. Next question."
She took out her phone, browsing through the electronic work contract that Ji Yi had just sent, and said nonchalantly:
"With such generous treatment for a special position, do you think you'll be replaced by someone else in the future?"
"No one can compete with me for this job." Alister never feared any challengers. "I can be certain of that."
Himizuki crossed her arms and rhythmically tapped her left arm with her right index finger. "Reasons."
"As a top graduate from University A, the motto 'Confidence Leads to Peak Performance,' and most importantly, my striking appearance as the mascot."
Alister's gaze was sharp, unwavering, already possessing the demeanor of a corporate leader.
"Heh."
However, Himizuki chuckled, her laughter exuding the air of a noble queen.
Then, she uttered a phrase familiar to Alister:
"Being handsome is nothing special."
Yes, she substituted the subject, and Himizuki said exactly what "Shadow" had said to her back then.
"I agree with your assessment." Alister candidly admitted, "But I've said what I needed to say. Do you have any other questions?"
Perhaps Qingxian had specially requested to take care of him, which made her particularly interested. Still, Alister couldn't help but feel a bit of pride, like a fierce beast.
Or perhaps she had the ability to be the group's secretary, but...
"No more. I'll consider you qualified." Himizuki got up to leave, seemingly having other business negotiations to attend to.
This young lady has no interest in Qingxian's man.
As Luorou contemplated with a low voice, Himizuki swayed her legs wrapped in black stockings and left, carrying a sense of unwillingness, elegantly departing from sight.
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...
The inspection concluded, Luorou and Alister returned to the office of the Psychological Rehabilitation Department.
"Phew... that scared me..."
Luorou, like someone who survived a disaster, slumped onto the sofa, her light blue hair cascading over her shoulders, her petite bosom gently rising and falling with her breath.
Maintaining her reclined position on the sofa, she fetched her tablet, humming a little tune, and unlocked the screen with her fingerprint.
Then, she exclaimed in surprise.
"Scared?!" Alister inquired, glancing at the screen as Luorou checked to make sure she wasn't hallucinating.
"What's wrong?" He asked with a sidelong glance as he pondered the future.
Luorou took a deep breath and her eyes sparkled, looking as if she had won a prize. She flipped the screen over and showed it to Alister.
"There really is an invitation! It's real!" She brought the screen closer to Alister.
"Invitation"
"To the one with unfulfilled desires, among tens of thousands of wishers, you have been chosen by the gods. Congratulations."
"The prayer event begins at 8:05 PM tonight. Please be sure to attend."
"Address (Fold/Unfold)"
"Note: Free admission with this invitation."
"Note: Do not spread the news; the gods will be displeased."
"... Are you sure it's not a scam?" Alister worried about the authenticity of the invitation.
Luorou paused for a moment, contemplating, and then agreed:
"You're right. There's not enough evidence with just this interface."
The invitation's address was conveniently located in City A, but in another area, a two-hour drive away from the city center, not too far.
It seemed to be a luxury hotel, and a search engine could find it easily. A high-end luxury hotel.
It appeared that Luorou was disappointed. Sighing, Alister confirmed:
"You want to go and see?"
"After all, it's a web page designated as an urban legend. So... why not go and take a look?" Luorou blinked her eyes.
Alister was also curious about this urban legend, whether it was just a pastime for ordinary people or if it was being intentionally mystified by players in the serial game.
If it was the latter, he wanted to see who was doing good deeds or playing games with mystery...
After all, a wish for a monthly income of millions was no small matter. If it could really come true, it would undoubtedly have a significant impact on society.
So, Alister took out his phone, pre-booked a taxi, and replied:
"Since we'll finish work at five, we'll have enough time to go and see. Let's treat it as a fun gathering."
With Himizuki's 50 million yuan bank card, if anything happened, he could simply use "Power Exchange" to get a five million power boost, which should be impressive.
"Yay!" Luorou eagerly looked forward to the end of work.
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