Meng Ning waited until the women outside had left before stepping out of the cubicle. She washed her hands, feeling a sudden drop in confidence.
"What if others also used money to get through the back door? Wouldn't that mean I have no chance at all?" she thought.
Just then, Qin Huan called to ask about the interview results. Meng Ning recounted what had happened: "Huan Huan, do you think I'm overestimating myself? Everyone who came for the interview today was outstanding, and some even got in through connections. I hardly stand a chance."
Qin Huan was unconcerned, "Ning Bao, don't worry at all. You'll definitely make it."
Who else had Meng Ning's background as solid? She was backed by the president of Sheng Yu Group.
Qin Huan had been glad to hear that Meng Ning was interviewing at Sheng Yu Group. Although he didn't understand Fu Tingxiu's intentions, at least he hadn't mistreated Meng Ning so far.
Allowing Meng Ning into Sheng Yu Group was a form of recognition.
Meng Ning took it as a comforting remark and said, "By the way, I guess most of the girls today came because of President Sheng Yu. Their real intention is not about the wine."
"Those girls are just wasting their time; President Sheng Yu is beyond their reach." Qin Huan half-jokingly said, "Maybe President Sheng Yu already has someone in mind, but the public doesn't know yet."
Meng Ning wasn't interested in President Sheng Yu's private matters. Even if she succeeded in the interview, she probably wouldn't have a chance to meet the president.
Meng Ning glanced at the time and said, "I won't talk to you anymore. Whether the interview succeeds or not, I have to go in and try first. I'll talk to you later."
After hanging up, Meng Ning walked towards the waiting area. She hadn't gotten a good look at the woman who bribed the interviewer while in the cubicle.
Ahead of Meng Ning in the interview queue was Ye Su. Ye Su came out shortly after entering.
Meng Ning asked, "So fast? How did it go?"
Ye Su shrugged, "It's uncertain."
"Oh no, even with your excellent qualifications uncertain, then I have even less hope?" Meng Ning suddenly became nervous. From inside the room came the voice, "Next."
It was Meng Ning's turn.
Ye Su said, "Meng Ning, go in quickly."
Meng Ning took her resume and hurried in. Outside the door, she was uncertain, but once inside, she composed herself completely, showing great confidence.
Whether she succeeded or not didn't matter much; what mattered most was her demeanor.
Meng Ning politely greeted the four interviewers, "Hello everyone, I'm Meng Ning, and this is my resume."
Meng Ning handed over her resume. The interviewers had already seen dozens of candidates and were somewhat tired, but upon seeing Meng Ning's resume, they all perked up.
The recruitment notice from the HR department stated that a high school diploma was sufficient, yet all the applicants were top graduates from prestigious schools.
"A high school diploma for applying? Isn't that asking for humiliation?"
Meng Ning was the only one among the applicants with just a high school diploma. A female interviewer asked hesitantly, "Meng Ning? 25 years old, high school diploma? Wasn't there a printing mistake?"
This was already quite tactful.
Meng Ning nodded seriously, "That's correct, high school diploma."
The interviewers exchanged looks. Having someone with just a high school diploma apply was a waste of their time, wasn't it?
One male interviewer didn't even glance at Meng Ning, crumpling her resume into a ball and tossing it into the trash can. He scolded, "What is HR doing? Bringing in high school diploma holders for interviews. Next."
The male interviewer's actions undoubtedly trampled Meng Ning's dignity, metaphorically giving her a slap in the face.
Meng Ning's expression darkened. She raised her head and said calmly but firmly, "Your company's recruitment conditions stated a high school diploma is sufficient. I acknowledge that qualifications open doors, but they shouldn't be the sole criteria. You haven't seen my design work. How do you know I'm not capable?"
This was Meng Ning's character. Normally, she could be timid, but if someone challenged her abilities, her competitive spirit would be ignited. She was determined to prove to the world that she, Meng Ning, could do it.
The male interviewer sneered, "Someone who graduated high school, do you even know what jewelry design is? Perhaps you can't even tell gemstones from glass."
Meng Ning felt angry. She was about to respond when suddenly, the door behind her was pushed open from outside. All four interviewers stood up, showing deferential expressions on their faces.