When Liang Yu returned to the office, the air seemed to freeze into ice.
Inside, the click-clack of keyboards echoed faintly, accompanied by a slight tremor. The employees, frozen like NPCs in a paused game, wore pale faces, their expressions tight with nervousness. It was as if even their breaths were cautious. Liang Yu scanned the room, the oppressive atmosphere almost suffocating. Everyone in the office felt as though they were under his commanding presence, unable to move.
"What happened?" Liang Yu's voice was deep, with an underlying hoarseness, like it had come from the abyss.
His eyes, usually warm with a smile, were now bloodshot, like two dark, bottomless gemstones that no one dared to look into, as if they could pierce right through your soul.
"Mr. Liang, our competitors have teamed up to strike against us, and there are severe issues within the company…" The CFO's voice trembled, as if reading a death sentence, unable to hide the fear in their tone.
Liang Yu's lips curled into a cold smile, and his voice dropped low, barely audible: "They dare to move against me? They must have a lot of guts."
Without further words, he plunged into action. In almost no time, all the issues were swiftly dealt with—the traitors were exposed, the saboteurs were dismissed, and the company's situation was rapidly stabilized. Liang Yu moved with ruthless efficiency, firing those who needed to be fired, reshuffling the ones who needed reshuffling. The process was as swift and emotionless as a judicial sentence.
At the same time, he faced off with his competitors in an intense battle. At the negotiation table, he transformed into a master debater, each word sharp and precise, battling fiercely, refusing to give an inch. On the commercial battlefield, he was like a military commander, crafting intricate traps and pulling his opponents into them, leaving them helpless at every turn.
The company was on the brink of collapse several times, each time teetering like a dancer on the edge of a cliff. Yet, Liang Yu never relaxed. The relentless pressure and sleepless nights were pushing his body to the brink. With only three to four hours of sleep each night, he felt almost no fatigue, relying instead on a kind of near-maniacal perseverance to push forward.
The employees saw it all, their hearts aching for him, and they couldn't help but say, "Mr. Liang is incredible! We can't slack off!" The morale in the company soared, every person putting in their all, as if the entire company had been infused with Liang Yu's indomitable will.
Meanwhile, Bo Yan was not idle either.
In her new company, she appeared to be the innocent little "white rabbit," but in truth, she had already proven herself to be a hidden powerhouse. Using her network and resources in the industry, she quietly sent a steady stream of support to Liang Yu's company, helping him overcome one obstacle after another.
Finally, the crisis was resolved. Liang Yu's company stood victorious, while the competitors were forced to retreat, defeated and disheveled.
Liang Yu let out a long breath, rubbing his temples. His face, which had been tense for so long, finally relaxed slightly. He picked up his phone and saw a message from Bo Yan: "Keep going, you can do it!"
A smile involuntarily appeared on his lips, and the weariness in his eyes seemed to melt away in an instant. He quickly replied, "Wait for me." He stood up, left his office, and walked out, his gaze deep, as if making a vital decision.
"Where is he going…?" His colleagues whispered to each other, their curiosity piqued as they watched him leave.
Though the crisis was over, Liang Yu's mind was not entirely at ease. His thoughts were still occupied with Bo Yan. During these turbulent days, Bo Yan had been his silent support, like the warm sunlight of winter, her presence offering him strength and comfort when he was on the verge of giving up.
He took a deep breath, quickly gathered his thoughts, and sent another message to Bo Yan: "Wait for me." Then, he left the office, driving towards her company.
When he arrived, he headed straight for her office.
Through the glass window, he saw Bo Yan deeply focused on her work, her profile soft and serene, as if the whole world was suspended in her calm concentration. Her tranquil expression made him unconsciously slow his steps.
He gently pushed open the door and entered. Bo Yan looked up, and her face immediately lit up with a warm smile.
"You're here," she said softly, her voice carrying a hint of fatigue, but her eyes were filled with warmth and relief at his arrival.
Liang Yu walked over and gently pulled her closer, speaking in a low voice, "The crisis is over, I've come to find you."
Bo Yan's smile deepened, her eyes almost as if saying—"I knew you would." She replied gently, "I've been waiting for you."
The two of them exchanged smiles, and the surrounding colleagues couldn't help but throw admiring glances. The office was suddenly filled with a sweet and cozy atmosphere, as if time itself had stopped for this moment.
Liang Yu embraced Bo Yan tightly, his voice low, "Thank you, for always believing in me, supporting me."
Bo Yan smiled softly and gently replied, "We're partners. No matter what happens, I'll always be by your side."
The two of them held each other close, and the colleagues around them burst into applause. The entire office was filled with a warm and joyful atmosphere.
However, just as the moment seemed to reach its peak, the door to the office was suddenly slammed open, and Lin Yue rushed in, a smug smile on her face.
"Bo Yan, you've finally gotten your white knight, but it's a pity," Lin Yue's voice was sharp like a blade, dripping with disdain.
Bo Yan and Liang Yu's smiles instantly froze, and the atmosphere in the room became thick with tension, as if the air itself had turned suffocating.
Lin Yue raised her chin arrogantly, her eyes gleaming with cold, cutting intent. She stared fixedly at Bo Yan, a dangerous smile curling on her lips as she slowly spoke, "Do you really think it's all over? This secret will be enough to ruin you."
As soon as the words left her mouth, the entire office froze. All eyes turned to Lin Yue, waiting for her next move.