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So she was adamant about firing Li Zhiyan. Although Yu Nianyao's tone carried no discernible emotion, Catherine could still sense the resolve of the Chairman's Wife.

This made her feel extremely conflicted about the matter concerning Li Zhiyan.

Catherine had already paid a heavy price because of Li Zhiyan, and recently basking in victory against Evelyn only made her more unwilling to let Li Zhiyan be dismissed.

Facing this true socialite of Shanghai, Catherine finally summoned the courage to plead on Li Zhiyan's behalf: "Madam, I will persuade Li Zhiyan regarding this matter."

"I think he deserves a chance."

"He's a very capable young man."

Catherine's plea for Li Zhiyan left Yu Nianyao surprised; she knew Catherine cared deeply about her own career.

In her current position, Catherine's benefits far exceeded mere visible income.

Yet she chose to plead on behalf of Li Zhiyan?

What kind of charm does this young man possess?

"He must be fired."

As Catherine spoke, Evelyn walked in and pushed the door open.

"Madam, you're here."

"Come on in."

After approaching Catherine, Evelyn stood respectfully in front of the Chairman's Wife as Catherine did.

"The decision to dismiss Li Zhiyan is final. Call him back to the company, then have HR process his final payment directly."

"Madam, I think this matter warrants further discussion."

After hesitating for a moment, Evelyn also pleaded for Li Zhiyan.

"You too? Pleading for Li Zhiyan?"

This time, Yu Nianyao truly felt shocked and incredulous.

Evelyn and Catherine had always been adversaries, yet now they were both pleading for Li Zhiyan.

"He will be fired. Catherine, you make the call."

Yu Nianyao's voice carried an unmistakable authority, and her temper was beginning to flare.

Li Zhiyan had upset her son, and the only possible outcome for him was dismissal.

Catherine felt helpless. It seemed she'd have to come up with another way to turn Li Zhiyan into her pawn.

"Hello, Li Zhiyan, where are you right now?"

"President, I'm almost downstairs at the company."

"Alright, come on up."

After hanging up the phone, both Catherine and Evelyn felt unsettled. They had been at odds for so many years.

Yet in Li Zhiyan, they each saw something that could drive the other to the brink. But now, Li Zhiyan was being singled out by the Chairman's Wife to be fired.

...

Soon, the news of Li Zhiyan's dismissal by direct order of the Chairman's Wife spread through the entire sales department.

When Li Zhiyan returned, Wang Ya looked at him with pity in her eyes. What a promising young man.

It was a shame he was being fired. With the Chairman's Wife making the decision, there was no one who could save him.

As soon as he sat down, Jin Mengyu, Liu Yichen, and Liu Jinxin gathered not far from him, staring at him with gloating eyes.

Liu Jinxin felt an overwhelming sense of exhilaration. He always remembered how Li Zhiyan once had a crush on Xu Qianqian.

Coupled with the deep conflict they had from their university days, knowing Li Zhiyan was now about to be fired made him ecstatic.

Meanwhile, Liu Yichen felt as though a long-standing thorn in his side was finally being removed. He hadn't forgotten being beaten up badly by Li Zhiyan before.

Jin Mengyu also felt elated, but the three of them were all careful and didn't directly provoke Li Zhiyan.

The intimidating power of fists was still palpable; even though Li Zhiyan was about to be fired, if he flew into a rage and decided to beat them up.

Even if Li Zhiyan ended up in jail, the blows would still land on their faces.

Li Zhiyan didn't pay attention to the trio. He knew he wouldn't be fired.

...

"Li Zhiyan is here."

When Catherine heard the secretary announce his arrival, a wave of discomfort rose within her.

Still, firing Li Zhiyan was a foregone conclusion.

"Do it publicly—fire him in front of everyone. Let it serve as a relief for my son."

The enchantingly graceful yet dignified Yu Nianyao stood up, her silky stockings making her legs especially eye-catching.

As Catherine lethargically prepared to announce Li Zhiyan's dismissal, the secretary's phone rang.

Not long after, she brought a different piece of news.

"Mr. Smith's team is coming to our company for an inspection; they're already downstairs!"

Hearing this news, both Catherine and Evelyn perked up, eager to keep this project in the company.

Given the international backdrop and major capital of the visitor, securing this project would significantly enhance their future portfolios.

As a result, both Evelyn and Catherine were eager to prove themselves.

"Has the company's French translator arrived?"

"Yes, they're here."

"Let's go."

Catherine and Evelyn walked out together, and for now, Yu Nianyao didn't mention Li Zhiyan's dismissal.

She quietly sat on the sofa, awaiting the outcome of the external project. The two of them didn't close the door as they left.

Thus, Li Zhiyan saw the coldness in the enchanting gaze of the Chairman's Wife. But Li Zhiyan wasn't surprised.

After all, Jin Mengyu was Yu Nianyao's biological son, and he himself was merely an outsider. However, his gaze remained fearless as he stared straight at Yu Nianyao.

This unsettled Yu Nianyao's heart slightly. She turned her head away and avoided his eyes.

"What's wrong with me?"