Chapter 107: (Xu Jiamu x Cheng Siying)
After sharing a bed, Xu Jiamu and Cheng Siying’s relationship gradually became more intimate. In addition to the increasing number of little pearl emojis in their chat records, Xu Jiamu would invite Cheng Siying to have dinner together after work or bring gifts to find Professor Xu at the Cheng Bio Institute. They would also take walks in the park together.
Cheng Siying had been pondering over Xu Jiamu’s suggestion. A week later, she accepted Xu Jiamu’s personal investment in Cheng Bio using her own funds. Cheng Bio and Xu Jiamu signed a contract, making her the largest investor in Cheng Bio. She would receive dividends from the company’s future research achievements upon their market launch. However, she couldn’t forcibly interfere with internal matters of Cheng Bio. For this reason, Cheng Siying transferred a portion of her dividends to Xu Jiamu.
“If the world needs Cheng Bio’s results, we will prioritize meeting global demand as much as possible,” Cheng Siying said.
Xu Jiamu didn’t hesitate to sign and responded, “Then we need to establish production lines in the future.”
Most of Cheng Bio’s staff were researchers. Xu Jiamu intended to hand over the regular operations of Cheng Bio to trusted individuals, allowing the researchers to focus on their scientific work.
Cheng Siying nodded, a touch of anticipation suddenly filling her for the future.
She saw the woman who had finished signing the documents rise, her straight shoulders tilting slightly forward as she extended her slender hand.
“Professor Cheng, please guide me in the future.”
Cheng Siying noticed the faint smile at the corner of Xu Jiamu’s lips, and her own lips unconsciously curved upwards in response. Their palms met in a firm handshake, fingers tightly intertwined.
“Xu Jiamu, please guide me as well.”
This signing ceremony had no media present, and no one was notified. It took place under the gaze of Xu Jiamu’s secretary team, assistant team, and all of Cheng Bio’s researchers.
The smiles of the two women were captured in the photos on the assistant’s phone.
Although the assistant’s photography skills were questionable, fortunately, both women had an extraordinary presence. Everyone in the photos had a smile on their faces, making the pictures surprisingly good. Printed copies of these photos were hung in the lobby, corridors, and the seldom-used office of the institute’s director. As various new equipment arrived at the institute within half a month, though some larger and precious equipment still required some time, everyone in the institute felt a sense of satisfaction from the hard work they had put in.
With the research equipment and funding in place, the researchers, who had been preparing for almost a year, swiftly dove into their work. Among them were those who had left their peak a long time ago, and some who had stayed at their peak alongside Cheng Siying until the end. However, they all remained committed to the research on new materials. Countless iterations and online discussions had finally brought their ideas into reality. Each one of them was determined to give birth to new materials right where they stood.
What? We can’t make a breakthrough today?
Then I’m not leaving!
Looking at her chat records, Xu Jiamu saw a row of greetings attributed to herself. She suddenly remembered how Ms. Xu Menglan had once mocked her for being solely focused on work, not replying to messages when busy, and not considering her feelings at all.
An inexplicable sense of guilt toward her mother arose within her. So, Xu Jiamu opened her mother’s chat conversation.
“Did Mu Mu eat?”
“Take a look at the dinner we made with your grandmother!”
Attached were twenty photos.
“By the way, during dinner, we talked about your Uncle Jili’s grandson. He has a new girlfriend again. This is his fifth girlfriend since kindergarten. But then, there are some people who still haven’t had any romantic relationships.”
“Sigh, I also really want to have grandchildren… Sigh…”
“Why is it that some older sisters like Mu Mu can’t set a good example for their younger siblings by bringing their partners home?”
“Okay, my dear, do you have time next Sunday? I’ll have Jili’s little grandson come over. You can learn some dating skills from him.”
Forwarded: “How to Expand Your Social Circle and Find a Partner.”
Forwarded: “Why don’t you have a partner yet? Click to find out.”
Forwarded: “The mother who has painstakingly raised three sons for thirty years, shedding tears late at night. The reason is surprisingly…”
Unread messages x50.
Xu Jiamu’s fingers gripping the phone tightened slightly. She remained expressionless, carefully placed the phone on the table, took a step back, and let out a slow breath.
Never mind.
She had peacefully coexisted with Ms. Xu Menglan for twenty-seven years. This was the way between a mother and daughter that didn’t need to be disrupted.
Setting down the potential hazard, Xu Jiamu pondered.
Since Professor Cheng was busy with work, she might as well keep herself occupied too. Staying busy would prevent her from thinking about all sorts of chaotic things.
Just as she was contemplating which country or company to visit for inspection, her phone rang, and a sweet, melodious voice exclaimed, “Wow!” Xu Jiamu arched an eyebrow, returned to her desk, and turned the phone over.
You’re especially interested in “SGS Xu Pearl” posting, come take a look.
Xu Jiamu’s finger tapped into it.
SGS Xu Pearl: “If the mountain doesn’t come to the pearl, then the pearl will go to the mountain! Pearl makes a sudden breakthrough.jpg”
Xu Jiamu was somewhat puzzled. She was a few years older than Xu Heran, but she often didn’t quite understand what Xu Heran expressed. Like now.
Fortunately, someone clarified things below.
Small Bowl Can Eat a Big Bowl: “Is this mountain referring to Mount NuoNuo?”
Xu Heran sent a “Little Pearl Making a Funny Face” expression to Small Bowl Can Eat a Big Bowl.
Small Bowl Can Eat a Big Bowl: “Go on, go on. When playing with ‘good’ friends, you can’t fight. Mount NuoNuo is in the mountains, not comfortable to eat and not warm to wear. Bring delicious food for ‘good’ friends! And lots of love~”
Xu Heran: “Little Pearl is super ok.jpg”
Xu Jiamu understood. She glanced at the time, still half an hour until noon at twelve o’clock. Xu Jiamu, who was always busy, opened a chat window with Cheng Siying: “I’m not busy today. Can I have lunch with you?”
Three seconds later.
Xu Jiamu calmly typed into the chat box with no response.
“Okay, then I’ll go.”
When Xu Jiamu arrived at Cheng’s Biological Research Institute, it was noon. The new receptionist was eating from a lunchbox. Seeing Xu Jiamu, dressed in a suit, entering, she almost choked and quickly stood up.
“Sorry to disturb.” Xu Jiamu spoke warmly, “I’m here to find Professor Cheng.”
The receptionist hurriedly wiped her mouth with a tissue, stood up, and shyly said to Xu Jiamu, “Professor Cheng should be in her office. Do you want to wait for her at the cafeteria? I’ll call Professor Cheng’s assistant and have her come to you.”
“Thank you.”
Familiar with the place, Xu Jiamu headed to the cafeteria. Her secretary placed coffee and snacks on the front desk table. They were bought in advance by Xu Jiamu. They anticipated that their visit might disturb others, so they prepared some small gifts.
After Xu Jiamu and her secretary left, the receptionist excitedly picked up her phone.
“I saw Pearl’s sister again! The super gorgeous one!”
“Sister is really kind! She bought us coffee and snacks this time!”
She took a photo of the gift Xu Jiamu sent and sent it to her close friend.
The coffee was from a well-known brand, contained in a brand thermos, and the snacks were also premium. Her friend replied with a series of envious emojis.
“I initially thought it wouldn’t be great for you to work in such a faraway place, but I didn’t expect that Pearl’s sister would collaborate with Cheng’s Biological and that you could often see the beauty and receive various gifts. So envious!”
“But my job is quite comfortable. Everyone is easy to get along with, and my work is leisurely. Plus, they provide meals and accommodations!” The receptionist paused for a moment after saying this, “Although the cafeteria food isn’t that good, wuwuwu…”
What is this?
Xu Jiamu looked at the plate of food brought enthusiastically by the cafeteria researchers.
What’s this black thing? And the green turning purple?
The CEO of Universal Group, who had never seen such strange food before, sat calmly.
“I’m waiting for Professor Cheng.”
A researcher in an apron nodded with a smile.
After waiting for a while, Xu Jiamu saw Cheng Siying walking over in a white lab coat.
“Long time no see.”
Cheng Siying was in good spirits. Her pale skin had a rosy hue, her eyes were bright, and she smiled at Xu Jiamu as she took a seat across from her.
“Siying,” Xu Jiamu asked Cheng Siying, “What is this?”
“A new variety?” She joked.
Cheng Siying rested her chin on her hand and, together with Xu Jiamu, looked at the plate in front of her.
Both of them fell silent.
Xu Jiamu looked around again.
The cafeteria of the research institute was small, converted from an old classroom. It appeared clean but wasn’t spacious.
“This year, due to what happened before, we didn’t hire a chef. We’re currently looking for a suitable team to take over the cafeteria. Until then, everyone takes turns cooking based on groups.” Cheng Siying spoke softly.
She reached over, took Xu Jiamu’s plate, stood up, and said, “As a thank you for the gift you brought, I’ll treat you to noodles.”
Seeing Cheng Siying walk towards the kitchen, Xu Jiamu looked surprised. She quickly stood up and followed.
Researchers worked without distinction between day and night, making it difficult for them to gather for meals. Cheng Siying was busy in the kitchen, and people outside the cafeteria hurriedly finished their meals and left.
Leaning against the doorframe, Xu Jiamu watched Cheng Siying’s figure, her surprise growing deeper.
“It’s been a while since I’ve cooked, don’t mind if it’s not that great.” Cheng Siying brought out the noodles and placed them on the table. She moved closer to Xu Jiamu, who lowered her head in agreement.
“At night, I’ll secretly make some to eat.”
“Shh—”
“Heh.” Xu Jiamu chuckled softly.
“Sure.”
Cheng Siying skillfully washed the vegetables and sliced them. Xu Jiamu tilted her head.
“I have an idea,” she whispered.
Cheng Siying didn’t look up. “Hmm?”
“I want to have a new cafeteria built here. It shouldn’t disturb you, right?” Xu Jiamu said softly. “Before the new cafeteria is ready, I’ll arrange for food trucks to come. Professor Cheng, you wouldn’t mind, would you?”
Cheng Siying lifted her gaze, and their two smiling eyes met.
“As a thank you, Professor Cheng, could you make me two fried eggs?”
Translator: Glariosa
Editor: Sinensis
Proofreader: Ruu
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