13 NEW UNDERSTANDING (1/2)

The appropriate procedures for her engagement as a short-term contractor were completed half an hour after the awkward ending to the meeting. Once the agreement was signed, Assistant Chen led Hu Lei to the elevator while explaining the general operations of Etude Technologies.

As a complete newbie in the company, Hu Lei listened keenly to the concise young man.

The elevator stopped at the tenth floor and Assistant Chen allowed her to walk out first.

”The tenth floor is home to the top managers of sales and marketing. There are three other floors dedicated to marketing.” He continued talking while walking.

Hu Lei looked at the modern space with interest. She did not know much about interior design, but she had to admit that the place looked good. From the common space with modern décor to the individual offices, everything seemed to tie together into a perfect environment for work.

She could see some people through the glazing of their offices. Most of them did not notice them. Those who did, they looked with mild interest before turning back to their work.

”These people look very serious.” She could not help saying with a small nervous laugh.

”The company is highly competitive and the evaluations conducted will influence the fate of everyone, including the managerial staff. Poor work ethic will lead to demotion.” Assistant Chen explained.

Hu Lei looked at the office with a new understanding. Since she was young, she had been used to her freedom. She could not imagine the pressure of working so relentlessly. However, she would not back down from the challenge. Her eyes became brighter.

Assistant Chen led her to an office with an 'International Relations' nameplate on the door. He knocked lightly and opened the door.

Inside the spacious room was a beautiful woman, seemingly in her thirties. When she looked up and saw them, she stood up smoothly and walked from behind her desk.

”Assistant Chen, what brings you here?” She asked with an elegant smile.