33 A LOT OF PRESSURE (2/2)

The discussion about the collaboration between Novia Corporation and Etude Technologies was not complicated. The Russians interest was quite straightforward. Their company wanted to have a source of a range of products for the Russian market.

Unluckily, the simple meeting also left a lot of pressure on Hu Lei because she was the one who had to keep talking for both sides. She felt like a machine by the end of the meeting. Also, her unhappiness also rose as the conversation continued because she could see the hateful face of Vladimir Romanov.

The two sides came to an agreement after almost an hour of conversation. Hu Lei could see that Vlad had already made the decision to form a partnership with Etude because all of his questions were inane. His sole purpose seemed to be annoying her.

Hu Lei was relieved when the gathering concluded, and Zhong Feng and Vladimir shook hands. She would be finally free to sleep until evening came.

Unfortunately, her dreams were crushed when Vlad spoke in heavily accented English.

”Mr Zhong, I am rather interested in the final day of the trade fair. Perhaps I could borrow Miss Hu for a short tour. I am quite unfamiliar with the city.” His rough voice sounded scraping to her ears.

”I will send someone else, CEO Romanov. Miss Hu is quite busy.” Zhong Feng replied smoothly but with a hint of hostility.

”Miss Hu and I are old acquaintances.” The smile on Vladimir's face seemed like it was implying that they had a deep relationship.

Though that was true, it was not like he wanted people to think. Judging from the eyes turning to her from both sides, he had accomplished his purpose. Even those who could not decipher words from his accent could get the general gist.

She decided to intervene before this godforsaken thug poured indelible ink on her reputation. If he continued, she would not be able to wash herself clean in the seven seas.

”President Zhong, it is quite alright. I can push a few things around to accommodate our guest. Mr Romanov, it will be a pleasure to work with you again.” She spoke smoothly with a smile.

She hoped that she did not make a huge faux pas as an interpreter, but she felt that she had no choice. She needed to clarify the relationship, and if she did not accept to act as a guide, the b*stard would have probably kept pushing.