21 BACKING IT UP (1/2)
Hu Lei could sense a bit of dislike from Amazonian Lin as she faced her. She could not trace the precise source of her animosity, but it did not seem like she held malice. So, she shrugged it off. It would be stupid to expect everyone to love her on sight. If her dislike escalated, it would be another issue.
The little Hu lady shivered as her imagination ran wild, picturing the tall woman in warrior clothes, pursuing her with a spear. The image of a fiercer Manager Lin filled her with dread but also caused her a measure of amusement. Her small mouth stretched into a smile.
Unfortunately, the amused look was caught by the other woman. The frown on her face deepened even more.
”Miss Hu, I do not care about how you got into this Etude Technologies. However, I will not let you compromise the integrity of the company in the coming week. A lot of people have worked to ensure the continued growth of our operations through this coming trade exposition. You must take them into account before taking any irresponsible actions.” Manager Lin spoke in a school principal tone.
Hu Lei could not help feeling annoyed by the woman. But she could understand the reservations the woman had. She had not exactly left the gleaming impression she had hoped when she had fallen asleep. Therefore, she could not be an immature child and argue back without backing it up with evidence of reliability.
”I understand. I will naturally work hard.” She replied with humility.
Lin Man stared at her for longer before determining her words to be true. She nodded with satisfaction, though the unfriendly look in her eyes did not fade.
”I hope your commitment is true. Our goal today is to turn you into a person who can represent Etude Technologies. Though your role is interpreting, you will be required to interact with a lot of persons of interest during the conference. You must be equipped to respond to question, comments and complaints to avoid losing the company's face.”
Hu Lei once again nodded in acceptance. It seemed that all she had done since she had come in was nod over and over. The little person in her heart wanted to cry at how sad her life had become.
”Which other foreign languages can you speak?” Manager Lin asked.
Lin Man felt a little ashamed because she did not know Arabic and Russian. Her lack of reliability was the reason they had to hire this wisp of a girl and other outside translators and interpreters. But still, she knew three foreign languages which she could use.
She felt that it would be best if she could train Hu Lei in a foreign language for the upcoming conference. Typically, understanding materials in the local language did not always translate well in another tongue, especially for people who were unfamiliar with a specific industry like technology.
”I speak quite a number. You can pick one in accordance with your preferences.” Hu Lei spoke with a wide smile and twinkling eyes.
Hu Lei felt a little smug at her pettiness, especially when the other woman's face seemed to twist at her tone of superiority. She was looking down at Lin Man who had seemed to have it out for her since she showed up. Of course, the arrogant statement was not false.