After hearing the news, Jawlong Hua frowned.
Jawlong Hua: "What happened to Xiuying?"
Secretary Lin Shan: "Miss Xiuying's mother has been admitted to the hospital. She requested leave for today."
Mrs. Nuwa Hua: "Alright. Let's begin the meeting."
In the Meeting Room
Jawlong stood before the projector, remote in hand.
CEO Jawlong Hua: "This is our company's new project—Dream High. It is a game-based program. Nowadays, many people, especially children, rarely engage in outdoor activities. So, our goal is to encourage them through an interactive gaming experience."
Mrs. Nuwa Hua: "The concept is promising. But what about the promotional posters?"
Mr. Lu Shu Na (Shareholder of Shine On): "If you agree, I can recommend a model for the campaign."
Jawlong Hua: "Alright. Who do you have in mind?"
Mr. Lu Shu Na: "Lu Taiyang."
Jawlong raised an eyebrow.
Jawlong Hua: "Will she agree to participate?"
Mr. Lu Shu Na: "I'll speak to her personally."
Jawlong Hua: "Good. We'll stop the meeting here for today."
The meeting concluded.
Central Hospital — Room 245
Xiuying sat quietly beside her mother's bed, fingers trembling slightly as she waited for her to wake up. Someone entered gently and placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
Voice: "It's alright, dear. She's going to be fine."
Xiao Xiuying: "Dad!"
She stood and hugged him tightly. "Finally… you're here."
Mr. Xiao Bolin: "She'll be alright."
Just then, Mrs. Xiao Lusi slowly opened her eyes.
Mr. Xiao Bolin: "Darling, what happened?"
Mrs. Xiao Lusi: "I… fainted when I heard the news on TV."
Xiao Xiuying: "I saw it too. But Mom, how could something like that happen with such tight security?"
(What exactly were they talking about? Nothing felt more important than the news broadcast at that moment.)
Mrs. Xiao Lusi (Chief Scientist Dr. Lusi): "I'm confused as well."
Mr. Xiao Bolin: "I'll handle it."
And yes— Mr. Xiao Bolin was none other than the President of China.
Xiuying's phone rang.
Xiao Xiuying: "Hello? …Yes, Mrs. Chairwoman. I'll take care of it."
At the Yu Group Headquarters
Yang Xi: "Mr. Chan."
Mr. Yan Chan: "Yes?"
Yang Xi (Assistant): "We've received an invitation."
Mr. Yan Chan: "What event?"
Yang Xi: "It's the birthday celebration of Zhong Xinling from ZG Anime."
Mr. Yan Chan: "Alright. We'll attend."
Yang Xi: "Understood, sir."
Yang Xi left the room. Yan Chan picked up his phone and dialed a familiar number.
Mr. Yan Chan: "Hello?"
Guo Xingfu: "Hello."
Mr. Yan Chan: "What are you doing?"
Guo Xingfu: "I'm at work."
Mr. Yan Chan: "Are you free this Tuesday?"
Guo Xingfu: "Hmm… yes. Why?"
Mr. Yan Chan: "Come to the party with me."
Guo Xingfu: "Alright… I'm busy right now though."
Mr. Yan Chan: "Okay. Talk later."
Guo Xingf (Police Officer): "Bye."
Outside the Central Hospital
Xiuying stepped out of the entrance when a familiar voice called her name.
Yu Chan: "Xiuying!"
Xiao Xiuying: "What are you doing here?"
Yu Chan: "Let's go."
Xiao Xiuying: "Where are we going?"
Yu Chan: "Shopping—for the party."
They got into the car and drove off.
Shopping Mall
Inside the clothing department—
Yu Chan: "You're attending the party, right?"
Xiao Xiuying: "You mean Zhong Xinling's birthday party?"
Yu Chan: "Yes."
Xiao Xiuying: "Yes, I'm going with Mrs. Chairwoman."
They walked further inside, surrounded by elegant gowns and shimmering displays.
To be continued..