Su Xiaoxiao turned around and saw Chen ilan standing not far behind her.
"Director Chen?"
People around her were shocked upon hearing her address and looked at Chen ilan, their eyes filled with amazent.
"Is this really Director Chen? Why does she look like a completely different person? Could it be there’s another Director Chen in our departnt store?"
"Since when did Director Chen beco so good-looking? She looks like a movie star from a magazine."
People around them lowered their voices to discuss, and Qin Shuang quietly tugged at Su Xiaoxiao’s sleeve: "Is this really Director Chen?"
"How could it be fake? Take a closer look."
Su Xiaoxiao took the opportunity to tease her, "Next ti, I’ll also give you a makeover to make sure your childhood sweetheart can’t take his eyes off you."
Qin Shuang’s face imdiately turned red: "You always make fun of . If you keep this up, I’m going to ignore you."
Chen ilan also heard the murmurs around her, feeling a bit embarrassed. She adjusted her hair and gestured to Su Xiaoxiao: "Xiao Su, co over here. I have sothing to discuss with you."
Su Xiaoxiao recalled what Manager Wang had told her earlier, guessing that Chen ilan wanted to talk to her about a temporary transfer, and quickly followed.
As expected, Chen ilan indeed wanted to discuss the temporary transfer to Lin City’s main supply office.
"The main supply office there will take care of your als and accommodation, and you’ll also get an additional five yuan daily as a travel allowance. How does that sound?"
There’s even a travel allowance?
Su Xiaoxiao readily agreed without hesitation.
Of course, she wasn’t in it for the five yuan allowance, but rather to help the leaders by solving the stock issue for their brother unit in Lin City.
After all, she’s a helpful comrade.
The travel is set for three days later, so there’s plenty of ti to prepare.
"Take the next few days to prepare. If you encounter any difficulties, feel free to reach out to anyti."
Chen ilan patted her shoulder and then turned to leave.
In the afternoon, the departnt store was still bustling. Due to a new bargaining promotion, custors almost broke down the doors.
A group of sales clerks hustled around, nearly exhausted.
Finally, it was ti to clock out. As Su Xiaoxiao was about to pack up to head ho, she spotted Manager Wang from a distance walking over with a tall, thin male colleague.
The male colleague looked about twenty-five or twenty-six, wearing gold-frad glasses on his nose. His hair was slicked back, each strand ticulously combed.
The two of them strode toward the snack counter side by side.
Su Xiaoxiao nudged Zhang Yulan beside her: "Sister Zhang, who’s that leader? I’ve never seen him before."
Being a veteran at the snack counter, Zhang Yulan was familiar with all the departnt store’s leaders. Su Xiaoxiao usually turned to her for information about any unfamiliar leaders.
Zhang Yulan glanced over and promptly introduced: "That’s our departnt store’s sales manager, Manager Liu. He’s been out on business trips for a while, so you new folks probably haven’t seen him."
So, this is the legendary sales departnt manager.
From ti to ti, Su Xiaoxiao had heard stories about this Manager Liu from veteran colleagues.
It was said that he graduated from a university for worker-peasant-soldier students, known for being shrewd and skilled at flattering his superiors. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have beco a sales manager at such a young age.
As she was lost in thought, the two leaders approached.
Manager Wang cheerfully pointed at Su Xiaoxiao and introduced her to Manager Liu: "Manager Liu, you really should thank Comrade Xiao Su here. If it weren’t for her promotion strategy, the slow-moving stock in our warehouse would have been a problem for us."
"Not only did we sell them, but there’s also a profit."
Manager Liu glanced at Su Xiaoxiao and, noticing she was a young girl, laughed: "Indeed, the younger generation surpasses the older one. Truly remarkable young talent!"
"Comrade Su, I’ll certainly report back on this matter to the higher-ups. If you have any good suggestions in the future, feel free to discuss them with . We’re all part of the departnt store family, and only when the store does well can we do well. If you need any assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to ."
Su Xiaoxiao: "..."
No way, why did Manager Liu’s words sound so familiar?
It wasn’t until they left that she suddenly realized this was just the sa old routine where leaders make empty promises to employees.
A lot of fancy words but no substantial benefits.
No wonder they say Manager Liu is shrewd.
Isn’t he? He wants the horse to run without feeding it. All the benefits go to him. Being just a sales manager seems to unfairly underuse his talents.
"Xiaoxiao, don’t get deceived by Manager Liu. There’s not a truthful word from him. If you really believe him, you’ll end up getting tricked," Zhang Yulan reminded her, worried that she might have been moved by Manager Liu’s words.
"Thank you, Sister Zhang, I’ve got it," Su Xiaoxiao quickly expressed her gratitude. She had been played for a fool enough tis in modern tis. She wouldn’t be swayed by such unrealistic promises now.
After a busy afternoon, it was finally ti to clock out. Su Xiaoxiao felt completely drained.
The workload for the day almost equaled a week’s worth. The bargaining promotion was indeed effective but also exhausting.
The sales clerks, usually lively after work, were all lackluster today, too tired even to talk.
There were too many custors today and not enough staff, so Su Xiaoxiao and the others couldn’t rehearse for their performance.
Anyway, the rehearsal was nearly done, and now they just awaited the year-end party.
"Xiaoxiao, go ho quickly. As for helping dress up, let’s do it so other ti," Qin Shuang said, feeling embarrassed to trouble her further given how tired she was.
The two had previously agreed that after work, Su Xiaoxiao would help her with styling advice.
Su Xiaoxiao quickly waved her hand: "No problem at all, it won’t take long. Let see what clothes you’ve got, and I’ll help you pair them."
She couldn’t go back on her promise.
Qin Shuang hesitated: "But..."
Su Xiaoxiao took her by the arm: "We’re best friends, so don’t be so formal with . Otherwise, you’re not treating as a friend."
"If you really feel bad, just bring two of those almond cookies you made last ti. I’ve been craving them these past few days."
With Su Xiaoxiao putting it this way, Qin Shuang felt obligated not to refuse further and nodded: "No problem, I’ll bring you extra tomorrow."
Qin Shuang already had a nice sense of style, with fashionable clothes. Su Xiaoxiao picked out a few pieces and held them against Qin Shuang to suggest combinations.
With a white shirt matched with a beige knitted vest for the upper body, a plaid long skirt for the lower body, and a khaki wool coat over it.
The whole look was both pure and sophisticated.
After fixing her hairstyle, Su Xiaoxiao gave her a thumbs-up: "Shuangshuang, you look amazing now!"
Qin Shuang blushed from the complint, lowering her head shyly.
Su was ready to tease her a bit when soone at the door called her na.
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