Chapter 1: Steward Song, That Woman Is Here Again!

Chapter 1: Steward Song, That Woman's Here Again!

(This is a sweet romance, folks—feel free to dive in! Don't swipe away just because it's short with a low rating—the author updates like crazy!)

"Steward Song, that woman's here again!"

Song Jiang hung up the phone without any expression, pushed the door open, and took the elevator down.

In the elevator mirror, he fought back his grief and anger, took a few deep breaths, and used his fingers to tug the corners of his mouth into a straight line.

Exhausted, he practiced his trademark fake smile, the kind exclusive to wage slaves.

"Let me in! I want to see Brother Zhichen!"

When Song Jiang arrived, he heard that familiar shout.

Yes, you heard it right. This rude lady shouting at the front desk is one of the CEO's love interests in this book, Miss Tian Tian.

The receptionist looked awkward. "Miss Tian, President Fu really isn't here today. You should come back another time."

"You're always lying to me! I'm going to see Brother Zhichen today!"

As soon as Song Jiang appeared, Tian Tian glared at him as if he were her nemesis, pointing at him viciously with her long, sharp nails.

"It's you again!"

Song Jiang put on his formulaic smile. "I'm honored that Miss Tian remembers me."

"Where is my Brother Zhichen? Take me to him!"

"President Fu went to negotiate a deal and hasn't returned yet." Song Jiang's smooth answer was flawless.

Tian Tian didn't believe him at all. She was so haughty she might as well have been looking down her nose at him. "Steward Song, don't you think that line sounds familiar? You use it to fool me every time!"

Song Jiang's eyes got a little teary—he was so touched! He couldn't believe those words actually came from Tian Tian's mouth.

He had lost count of how many times this same conversation had played out.

But there was no way around it. Whether President Fu Zhichen was in today or not, her "Brother Zhichen" wouldn't see her.

Song Jiang had tried several times to put in a good word for Tian Tian in front of Fu Zhichen, but each time one look from Fu Zhichen would shut him up. He was truly powerless now.

As for why Song Jiang would help Tian Tian, it goes back to two weeks ago.

One moment, he was a fresh graduate, a college student looking for a job.

The next, he got transported into a book, becoming the CEO's steward.

Song Jiang had read quite a few novels.

In other people's transmigrations, they got golden fingers, huge systems, and plot armor.

He thought he could live the high life too.

But then the system told him he had to earn a hundred million yuan to leave this book.

Song Jiang's vision went dark, then dark again—he nearly passed out.

Dammit, what a toxic setup.

Song Jiang felt utterly helpless—no one came to his aid.

He wanted to protest but couldn't find a way—because that despicable system disappeared after stating the rules.

A hundred million! Are you kidding me?

A regular worker couldn't make that in several lifetimes. In other words, he was just relocating to be a beast of burden.

Since resistance was futile, he had to accept it.

Luckily, the steward's salary in this book was five figures.

Plus, the CEO's grandmother said if he helped the CEO find a girlfriend, she'd give him six million yuan.

See? What a lucky number.

Song Jiang consoled himself that his classmates who found jobs only made three thousand yuan a month.

His salary was several times that. When he thought about it that way, he was already far ahead. Hell yeah, it felt good!

His main job was taking care of the CEO, and that was all there was to it.

"Miss Tian, I'm not lying to you. President Fu is really not here. Your timing is quite unfortunate." Song Jiang put on a sincere face and blinked at Tian Tian twice.

He wondered if Tian Tian could pick up on his sincerity.

Tian Tian snorted and lifted her chin. "Steward Song, do you know who I am? Do you know what happens when you lie to me?"

Hey! That line sounded familiar to Song Jiang.

The brainless lines from those CEO novels perfectly matched the scene in front of him!

"I am the only daughter of the Tian Group. Brother Zhichen and I grew up together, childhood sweethearts. You could say we're..."

"If you don't get out of my way, I'll call Brother Zhichen and have him fire you!"

Song Jiang stood there like a casual bystander, calmly watching Tian Tian's act.

He wasn't scared of that.

Fire me? Did she think I was born yesterday?

Tian Tian had come so many times, but Fu Zhichen had never once seen her.

Childhood sweetheart, my ass!

If they can't even meet, how good could their relationship be?

Hmph, he was no longer some naive, foolish college kid fresh out of school!

After these days with Fu Zhichen, he'd already figured out how rich people played the game.

Rich people like Tian Tian have been pampered since birth; they have no clue about us wage earners. If money can fix it, why bother thinking?

So go ahead, try to buy me off with money! Bring it on!

Song Jiang's indifference made Tian Tian even angrier. She strode up to him in one big step.

"Steward Song, are you even listening to me?!"

Tian Tian's teeth chattered, and her words came out between gritted teeth.

"Steward Song, who gave you the guts to ignore me?!"

Her screeching backfired, and a lightbulb went off in Song Jiang's head. Yes! Why didn't he think of that sooner!

Song Jiang slapped his forehead. According to classic CEO novel tropes, CEOs always fall for the delicate little flower type—the kind who wears white dresses and calls you "big brother" in a sweet, soft voice!

If Tian Tian tweaks her style just a little, maybe Fu Zhichen will be head over heels!

Such a simple thing—how did he not think of it sooner? He deserved that slap, so he smacked himself twice.

He glanced at the gawking crowd, smiled politely, and gestured that he'd take care of it.

"Miss Tian, let's talk somewhere private." He gently tugged her purse and steered her into a corner.

Tian Tian was still fuming; being yanked by Song Jiang stunned her for a second.

How dare someone touch her?!

By the time she snapped out of it, they were already backed into a corner.

"You lousy steward dare to touch me! Do you have a death wish?!"

Tian Tian angrily raised her hand to slap him.

Song Jiang blocked her with his elbow and said calmly, keeping his voice low.

"Miss Tian, don't get upset—just hear me out."

Tian Tian realized she was no match for him, so she gave up and crossed her arms.

"What's there to talk about?! I've got nothing to say to you! Take me to see Brother Zhichen now, or you're fired!"

Hmph, you little brat—if it weren't for the six million, I wouldn't put up with your nonsense.

Song Jiang said in a soothing tone, "I can tell you're really into President Fu."

You've come so many times and he never sees you. Ever wondered why?

"Actually, I have an idea."

"..."

After Song Jiang laid it out, he could clearly see Tian Tian's arrogance do a complete 180.

"Are you sure this will work?"

"As long as this book's CEO trope is on point, it's a sure thing!"

(Boo hoo, just give the kid a chance, okay? Keep reading a few more chapters... =థ౪థ....)

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