She dreamed of the peak of summer from half a year prior, when she accepted Zhou Yinghuai's invitation to become his private assistant.
That was the beginning of the story and the prelude to Jiang Tan's gradual downfall...
At that time, Zhao Qi was not nearly as respectful to Jiang Tan as he is now - he was a strict boss, holding her to high standards in everything she said and did.
"When you're with Director Zhou and he takes you out, you become a part of his image."
Jiang Tan listened attentively, willingly accepting the instruction, without any resistance.
Zhou Yinghuai's office was only a wall away from Jiang Tan's, making it convenient for her to reach him at the fastest speed whenever necessary.
Yes, to be by his side.
The summer in Ning City was blazing, yet the office air conditioning was turned up high. Jiang Tan sat wrapped in a blanket at her desk, telephoning one by one to confirm Zhou Yinghuai's schedule for the next day.