Chapter 77: Humiliating You in the Middle

It was obvious that many people were unhappy with her secrecy about the sales plan.

Deputy Director Liang, who was always the most low-key, suddenly asked the head of the Sales Department, who was sitting next to him, “Old Li, since Deputy Director Bai is keeping us in suspense, I won’t ask. But I’m really curious. Why don’t you tell me secretly?”

He added, “You must know, right?”

Although he deliberately lowered his voice, the conference room was so small, and everyone was sitting together. Even if his voice was low, those around him could still hear.

Suddenly, everyone who heard turned to look at them, their expressions varied.

Deputy Director Wang also sneered and glanced at Bai Ruojiao, then looked at Factory Director Liu, whose face wasn’t looking good.

Finally, he looked at Deputy Director Zhang, who had also frowned and looked cold, leaned back, and looked like he was enjoying the show.

Bai Ruojiao also looked at Deputy Director Liang, but he seemed completely unaware of the tense atmosphere. He was leaning back, seemingly waiting for the head of the Sales Department’s response.

This was unexpected.

She had anticipated that someone might cause trouble today, and she thought it would be someone from Deputy Director Wang’s side.

She hadn’t expected it to be Deputy Director Liang, who was always low-key and seemed honest and straightforward.

But his provocation was different from Deputy Director Wang’s. He seemed to be purely venting his dissatisfaction.

This simple joke carried several layers of meaning.

First, it was a veiled criticism of her arrogance and audacity, taking over work from another department and breaking the rules.

After all, sales were the Sales Department’s job. Her taking charge of everything, where did that leave the Sales Department?

While criticizing her, he was also sowing discord.

The Commodity Department and the Sales Department were currently sharing an office space. When the clothes were launched, the Sales Department would need to provide full support.

If she offended the Sales Department at this time, it would definitely lead to constant trouble later.

Second, it was an accusation that she was arrogant.

Everyone present had a higher position than her, yet she was leading them by the nose. The word “secretly” was full of sarcasm.

Third, he was using this to mock the head of the Sales Department, who was being overshadowed by a young upstart. He probably wanted to use him as a pawn.

If Bai Ruojiao hadn’t already informed the head of the Sales Department, and if their relationship wasn’t good, he might have been successfully provoked.

Feeling the various meaningful glances coming from around her, Bai Ruojiao kept a smile on her face, seemingly completely unaware of the undercurrents.

The head of the Sales Department paused for a few seconds before chuckling and lowering his voice.

“Old Liang, it’s not that I don’t want to tell you, I really don’t know. But Comrade Bai said she would give me a surprise. I’m just waiting to see it.”

The words “Comrade Bai” clearly showed the difference in their closeness.

As for who was closer to whom, everyone could tell.

The words “waiting for a surprise” also directly indicated that they were on the same side. He agreed with her plan, so there was no need to pick on her, it was useless.

Deputy Director Liang understood, so his face darkened.

Deputy Director Wang’s face also turned ugly.

Zhang Xinchen, who had been dissatisfied with the Commodity Department before, was now neutral.

At this time, Factory Director Liu spoke.

He pretended not to know what had just happened and smiled at Bai Ruojiao.

“Deputy Director Bai, you’re sure you can open the sales channels within three days?”

Bai Ruojiao smiled and nodded, “In three days, everyone can wait for good news.”

“Okay, then I’ll wait for the surprise. Does anyone else have any suggestions?”

No one else in the conference room spoke up.

The factory director had clearly decided to stand with Bai Ruojiao. Even the Sales Department had been brought over to her side.

At this point, whoever stood up to cause trouble would be in a difficult position. It was better to wait and see what happened.

After all, they could wait three months, let alone three days.

If she truly wins, then everyone will be considered beneficiaries.

If she fails, then it’s not too late to hold her accountable.

“Alright, since there are no objections, Deputy Director Zhang, Deputy Director Bai, you two should get started. Remember, I don’t want excuses in the next three days, I only want results.”

“Okay.”

“Okay.”

The two responded immediately.

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In the afternoon, at the Qingyang County Supply and Marketing Cooperative, a pair of sisters, hand in hand, ran inside.

Their silver bell-like laughter and bright attire immediately drew attention from those around them.

“Hurry up, don’t let anyone buy them all. I heard from my mom that there’s another dress that’s really beautiful.”

“Really? But I think this outfit on you is prettier.”

“Right? I think so too. My mom said this shirt comes in many colors, and they’re all beautiful.”

“Wow, I’m so envious of your aunt for working at the textile factory.”

Their somewhat disjointed conversation attracted even more attention.

Some people looked at the girl wearing a printed shirt and jeans.

Although the clothes looked a bit strange, it had to be admitted that they were indeed very beautiful.

Especially on the girl, it made her look particularly tall and had an indescribable charm.

The two seemed not to notice that they had attracted attention. They ran to the counter selling ready-made clothes, panting slightly.

“Comrade, please give me a size S Ya Yun Liu Yun dress.”

“Comrade, I also need the Ya Yun Autumn Intention shirt series and jeans. Please get me a few colors, I’m also a size S.”

The saleswoman who was being asked hurriedly was a bit confused.

“What are you talking about?” She didn’t understand.

Then, her eyes couldn’t help but fall on the girl wearing a light yellow shirt with blue and white peony trim. A hint of amazement flashed in her eyes.

The girl’s hair was tied up in a bun, and her skin looked even fairer against the yellow shirt.

The slightly loose shirt made her look even more delicate and charming.

But the slim, flared jeans made her look tall and slender, making her figure even more attractive.

She had never seen this kind of hairstyle or clothes before.

“Ya Yun clothing, it’s like the outfit she’s wearing, new clothes made by the textile factory. I heard they’re worn abroad. Doesn’t the Supply and Marketing Cooperative have them in stock?”

The other girl was full of astonishment.

The girl wearing the new shirt was also stunned. Then, she covered her face and exclaimed in a low voice, “No way, the Supply and Marketing Cooperative doesn’t have them? Oh no, we came to the wrong place. Is it the department store? Hurry, hurry, let’s go to the department store before they’re all gone.”

After the girl finished speaking, she pulled her sister and turned to run.

Two women who were buying cloth nearby quickly stopped them.

“Hey, wait, comrade, you just said that the textile factory made new clothes. Are they the shirt and pants you’re wearing?”

“Ah? Yes, aren’t they pretty?”

“They’re so beautiful, where can I buy them?”

“I don’t know, we’re looking for them. My mom works at the textile factory. This outfit was given to me by the factory. The brand for this series is called Ya Yun. My mom said that the factory will open for sales in a few days. I heard that the Supply and Marketing Cooperative also has them in stock. That’s why we came here. We didn’t expect them to be out of stock.”

“Also, I heard that Ya Yun also has a long dress that’s really beautiful. It’s prettier than a cheongsam. Many foreigners love to wear it.”

“Yes, yes, yes. Oh, never mind, we have to hurry to the department store to take a look.” The two girls said and then ran off in a hurry.

They left behind a group of bewildered people, even more curious about the word “Ya Yun.”

Then, they discussed it and ran out in groups, wanting to go to the department store to see the novelty.

Many people also rushed over to ask the saleswoman at the Supply and Marketing Cooperative about the situation.