An Yuting drove to Shen Company and parked the car. She tried calling Shen Xiuqi, but he didn’t answer, so she had to change her plans. She took out a mirror from her bag to check her makeup and ensure everything was in place. Satisfied, she stepped out of the car.

Walking into the Shen Company with her purse in hand, An Yuting approached the reception desk where she found Li Lan. With an air of arrogance, she ordered, “I’m here to see Brother Xiuqi. Call the President’s office.”

Li Lan felt uncomfortable with the commanding tone. This visitor’s attitude was a stark contrast to Su Yaya’s friendly demeanor, highlighting a significant difference between them. The receptionist found herself thinking that, at least, Su Yaya was more pleasant compared to An Yuting.

Li Lan maintained a professional but faint smile and said in a polite tone, “Miss An, do you have an appointment?”

An Yuting’s expression darkened. She was already in a bad mood and now her frustration boiled over. Pointing at Li Lan, she snapped, “I told you to call the President’s office. Are you deaf? Can’t you understand Chinese?”

Despite her self-assured demeanor, An Yuting wasn’t particularly attractive, and her poor manners only made her seem more arrogant. She truly saw herself as someone important.

Li Lan had been reluctant to make the call, but An Yuting’s persistence left her no choice. She fixed her gaze on the President’s exclusive elevator, hoping it would open soon.

Just then, the elevator doors slid open, and An Yuting’s mood brightened. She eagerly walked over, only to see Assistant Chen stepping out.

“Assistant Chen,” An Yuting called with a bright smile, her tone a stark contrast to how she had spoken to Li Lan. Her sudden change in demeanor seemed almost theatrical.

“Miss An,” Assistant Chen said, surprised to see her.

An Yuting, eager to see Shen Xiuqi, quickly added, “Assistant Chen, I have an urgent matter to discuss with Brother Xiuqi. Can you let me up?”

Assistant Chen hesitated.

Thinking quickly, An Yuting whispered, “It’s about my sister. I’m sure Brother Xiuqi will want to hear about it.”

Assistant Chen had been Shen Xiuqi’s assistant for several years and had witnessed the complex relationship between Shen Xiuqi and An Yuting. He knew how much Shen Xiuqi cared for An Yutong and was keenly aware of the importance of any news related to her.

Considering this, Assistant Chen decided to act without Shen Xiuqi’s direct permission. He led her to the elevator, swiped his access card, and opened the door, allowing her to go straight to the 26th floor.

When An Yuting arrived, she bypassed any formalities and headed straight for Shen Xiuqi’s office. Without bothering to knock, she barged in and announced.

“Brother Xiuqi, there’s an important matter we need to discuss.”

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