The man glanced at her na badge, then pointed to the right. "The last room."
"Oh, thank you."
The man’s lips twitched into a faint smile as he lowered his voice to offer a tip. "You’re welco. However, since it’s your first day, you might not realize the seriousness of the situation. My advice is this: if you have connections, seek them out imdiately. If you don’t, you’d better run."
Kato Takeshi is Director Matsumoto’s confidant. Offending him ans it’s basically impossible to continue working here.
An Yan’s lips curved slightly. "I understand, thank you!"
Her smile was gentle, like a spring breeze.
A hint of realization flashed in the man’s eyes, and the smile on his lips deepened. "Good luck! By the way, my na is Miyamoto Kan. I’m on Basent Level Eight!"
An Yan nodded. She knew that Matsumoto Saori was quite attractive, and this Miyamoto Kan had probably taken a liking to her. But what did that have to do with her? She wasn’t really Saori.
An Yan soon found Matsumoto Saori’s office. Upon entering, she saw about a dozen people, both n and won, most of them in cleaning uniforms, and two in security uniforms.
An Yan had a premonition. "...Is this Project Team 135?"
"Yes!"
One of the cleaners stood up. "Hello, you must be the new team leader. My na is Kimura Shota, and I’m mainly in charge of the cleaning team."
The one in the security uniform also stood up. "Hello, Team Leader. My na is Ono Yosuke, and I’m responsible for the front gate security office."
An Yan opened her letter of appointnt. It clearly stated she was the team leader of Project Team 135!
"So, Project Team 135 is in charge of front gate security and cleaning duties?"
Everyone nodded in confirmation. "Yes."
An Yan smiled. "Got it. Then do you know where Director Matsumoto’s office is?"
"Basent Level Three!"
"Alright. Give your bucket!"
An Yan picked up a bucket from one of the cleaners and walked off.
The group behind her exchanged bewildered glances.
"...The new team leader is quite enthusiastic."
"No wonder she could beco the team leader. On her first day, she’s already focusing on what’s important—personally serving Director Matsumoto. It looks like this team leader will be promoted soon."
A hint of contempt flickered in Kimura Shota’s eyes. He mistook An Yan for a woman who wanted to climb the ranks using her looks.
The others, hearing his tone, felt either envious or scornful. None of them harbored any respect.
An Yan, carrying the bucket, made her way to Basent Level Three, found Director Matsumoto’s office, and kicked the door open.
Inside the office.
Matsumoto Yuki was discussing with several subordinates how to deal with the Matsumoto Mina situation.
"If you ask , we should continue as before. Let Miss Mina do what she normally does. It’s just that the new drugs developed from now on should not be released under her na, but under the na of the Matsumoto Group. This way..."
BANG!
A loud noise echoed as the high-tech door was kicked open.
A young woman carrying a bucket ca in.
Matsumoto Yuki’s assistant was about to scold her when he saw the young woman lift the bucket.
WHOOSH—
An entire bucket of water poured onto the office desk right in front of them.
Water splashed everywhere.
None of them escaped; they all ended up looking like drenched chickens!
Kato Takeshi pointed at An Yan angrily. "Director, it’s her! She’s the one who just threw boiling water at , causing such a serious injury!"
Everyone: "..."
All eyes on An Yan were filled with scrutiny.
Matsumoto Yuki allowed his assistant to wipe the water from his clothes, his gaze fixed on An Yan with hostility. "What do you think you’re doing?"
BANG!
An Yan threw the bucket onto the ground, her face expressionless as she looked at him. "Helping you clean your desk, Uncle!"
Uncle?
This form of address made everyone present co to a sudden realization.
For a mont, significant glances were exchanged throughout the room.
The portly Kato Takeshi silently retracted his pudgy fingers, his expression uncertain as he observed Matsumoto Yuki’s reaction.
Matsumoto Yuki narrowed his eyes, then gestured with his hand.
Everyone quickly scrambled out.
Only once outside did they dare to discuss it.
"The Director’s niece is really sothing else."
"I heard she’s a bit unhinged."
"I’ve heard that too. The Yuri couple doesn’t dare control her. It was she who insisted on working at the institute."
Beads of sweat involuntarily broke out on Kato Takeshi’s forehead. "You all know about her?"
"Yes, we were there when Matsumoto Yuri ca to talk to Director Matsumoto about it."
Kato Takeshi silently adjusted his clothes, covering the blisters from the scalding water. Seeing Saori’s attitude towards the Director, he could guess that he would have to grit his teeth and swallow this loss himself!
In the office.
An Yan still had that sa calm, unwavering expression. "Matsumoto Yuki, you clearly know my true identity, yet you arranged such a job for . If I don’t make a statent now, are you going to bully every day from now on?"
"I didn’t an that! I just feel you lack the necessary educational background to handle overly complex research work!"
"Incapable? Ha! Is there anything the daughter of Prince Rensong can’t handle?"
Matsumoto Yuki: "..."
"If you genuinely believe I’m incapable, then I’ll just have to ask Prince Rensong to have a word with you."
Matsumoto Yuki looked at An Yan thoughtfully. He had never paid much attention to this niece of his, who was practically invisible. He only knew she was the illegitimate daughter of Prince Rensong. He had supported his brother in raising such a daughter. After all, raising this daughter ant fostering a connection with Prince Rensong. Although the relationship was clandestine, Prince Rensong had indeed looked after the Matsumoto Group considerably.
Matsumoto Yuki took a tissue from nearby and wiped his desk. "Saori, Prince Rensong has already married soone else. You..."
"So, does that an I no longer have Royal blood in my veins?"
"What do you want?"
"I think the position of Vice Director is quite good. I want it."
Matsumoto Yuki: "..."
The Vice Director was Matsumoto Mina. Although ina was still putting on an act for the Z Country officials, he couldn’t just give her office to Saori!
"How about this: Uncle will have another office renovated for you, and from now on, you’ll also be a Vice Director. How about that?"
An Yan maintained her poker face. "I originally thought that with Matsumoto Mina in trouble, you’d be willing to give this position to silence wagging tongues. It seems I was overthinking things."
"Since that’s the case, I’ll just have to be frank..."
"Wait!"
Matsumoto Yuki abruptly interrupted her, his mind racing. This ti Matsumoto Mina had screwed up. The Royal Family was already quite dissatisfied with him. Saori, this girl who was usually so inconspicuous, suddenly asserting herself like this forced him to reconsider everything. It was highly probable this was Prince Rensong’s doing!
"Alright, as you wish. ina’s position as Vice Director is yours! However, you are not to get involved in the technical projects..."
An Yan’s eyebrows arched.
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