A year ago, Xu Shijin was just a department manager at Star Innovation, and now he is sitting in the general manager's office, enjoying a high salary and the awe of his subordinates.
But he has not been happy since the first day he took this position.
How can someone who could die at any moment be happy?
A year ago, when he was admitted to the hospital, he actually knew what was going on. He originally thought that staying in the hospital for two months was just a price to pay, but he never expected that the hospital tests would give him a fatal surprise.
Stomach cancer.
In his forties, he unexpectedly developed stomach cancer, which had already progressed to an advanced stage. At that time, he had even lost the will to live.
But he didn't tell anyone about it, and a month later he walked out of the hospital as if nothing had happened, finally sitting in the position of the general manager as he had wished.
Opportunities obtained through one's own efforts must not be taken advantage of by others, by anyone.
Sitting in this position for a year, he could feel his body deteriorating. The inevitable progression towards death almost drove him to the brink of collapse. However, he was obsessed with the position he had obtained at the cost of his life. He was unwilling to let anyone take over his position until he reached his limit, or else he would fall apart even more.
The general manager, there is a gentleman outside who would like to see you. The secretary pushed the door open and entered.
No appointment, no entry. Xu Shijin said, a little annoyed by the secretary's interruption.
The gentleman said... 说... "
What did you say? Say what you mean and mean what you say. "
He said it would be best for the general manager to personally go out to greet him if he doesn't want to go to the hospital again. The secretary said with head bowed.
Xu Shijin was stunned. Who had such a big attitude that they still wanted him to personally go out to greet them? Going to the hospital? What's going on at the hospital?
He frowned and his expression suddenly changed. His already not-so-good complexion became even more unpleasant. Could it be him?
If it weren't for him, no one would say such things, right? ?
You go out first. "
"Okay, General Manager, you don't look too good. Do you want me to pour you a glass of water?" "
Why didn't you hear me when I asked you to pour the water out? "
The secretary walked out of the office in frustration, while Xu Shijin slumped in his chair, feeling nervous about the sudden visit from the young man.
After being discharged from the hospital, he tried to investigate the young man who had assaulted him, but surprisingly found no clues. This made him vaguely feel that the other party was not just a small hoodlum in society, but might actually be a person with a significant background. As a result, he re-investigated the young female boss he had intentionally harmed, but still could not find any specific background information about her. It seemed like their information was being protected by an invisible iron hand, and no one could peek behind them to see what kind of giant figure was actually supporting them.
The investigation yielded no leads, but Xu Shijin was certain that the person he had offended was not just an ordinary entrepreneur.
To his surprise, there was no further retaliation from the other party after that one beating, and gradually he forgot about the incident.
After a year, the young man returned, reigniting his concern about the matter.
He wishes he never had to see him again, but the other party has already come knocking and thrown down the gauntlet, so he can only grit his teeth and face it.
… …
Wu Hao sat in the lobby and soon saw Xu Shijin walking towards him.
A year ago, Xu Shijin was very overweight, but now he looks very thin, with a sickly appearance.
Wu Hao's face revealed a strange smile. The intelligence provided by Gao Feng was indeed detailed. He had thoroughly investigated the illness that Xu Shijin had been trying to hide.
Hello. "
Xu Shijin recognized Wu Hao and forced a smile.
Long time no see. "A smile that is not quite a smile."
Please discuss the matter in my office. "
Wu Hao smiled and followed him into the elevator.
In a confined space, tense emotions will be infinitely amplified. Xu Shijin tried to tell himself that the young person next to him was just a teenager, and as a person in his forties, he had no reason to be nervous because of him. He was still in the company, on his turf, and there was no way the same thing as a year ago would happen again. However, the more he tried to reassure himself, the more nervous he became. The young man beside him, calm yet with a hint of coldness, always gave him a dangerous illusion.
It looks like you've been doing well this year, General Manager Xu. Wu Hao sneered.
It's okay. Xu Shijin said nervously.
Then why don't you thank my sister? Without her sacrifice, it's unknown whether you would have been able to secure this position. "
Xu Shijin did not answer. He asked, "What's the matter with you looking for me today?" "
I'm here to help you. Wu Hao's face revealed a strange smile.
Help me? Xu Shijin was stunned, not coming to retaliate on his own
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Section 9
What does it mean to help oneself instead?
"You know your own physical condition well, you are not far from death, and I can pull you out of the fate of death. Would you say that is helping you or not?" "
What does that mean? "
The meaning is that I can save your life. "
The atmosphere in the elevator suddenly became very eerie. Wu Hao appeared calm and relaxed, while Xu Shijin felt hopeful yet cautious. Different emotions clashed and created a strong chemical reaction in the confined space of the elevator.
The elevator doors opened automatically, and the two employees outside quickly decided to step aside when they saw the eerie atmosphere inside.
Please. Xu Shijin walked out of the elevator.
Wu Hao smiled and followed him to the office.
As soon as Wu Hao entered the office, his expression changed. It wasn't because he was about to explode when alone with the other person, but because he saw a familiar black cat in the corner.
Wasn't it also this black cat that we saw at the hospital?
Is this black cat yours? "Wu Hao asked."
What black cat? Xu Shijin followed Wu Hao's gaze and indeed saw a black cat crouching in the corner.
The company strictly prohibits employees from bringing pets to work. Whose cat is this, anyway? Xu Shijin was about to get angry when Wu Hao interrupted him.
It doesn't matter. Seeing it here just confirms what I just told you. "
What does that mean? "
This cat is no ordinary cat. It is the pet of the Grim Reaper. Once it appears by someone's side, it means that person will soon die. "
Wu Hao smiled ambiguously and said, "The last time I saw it was in the hospital, it was appearing next to Chen Xianhe, the founder of Dongfang Aluminum. Look, Mr. Chen will undoubtedly die within twenty days, and now it is appearing next to you..." "
Xu Shijin looked at Wu Hao in a daze. Of course, he knew about Chen Xianhe's critical condition in the hospital. If Chen Xianhe couldn't make it past twenty days, wouldn't he also... Also... …
Xu Shijin was not feeling well at all, as if the shadow of death had already enveloped him, feeling that with each breath he was getting closer to death... …