Rebirth: Daily Face Slaps - Chapter 45

“Hey, our great artist is here!”

“Good morning, great artist. When will you bring in some of your paintings for us to see?”

“Great artist, what’s your pen name? Do you specialize in portraits or landscapes?”

“Great artist, which newspapers and magazines do you submit your work to? Maybe I’ve seen your paintings!”

“Great artist, when you have some time, can you draw a portrait for us too?”

…

On Monday morning, as soon as Lin Mengting arrived at the office, she was greeted with a string of envious, jealous, flattering, and ingratiating greetings.

Ever since she learned that Qian Zhiyuan was a “reborn person,” Lin Mengting knew that her “hobbies” would be exposed to everyone in the shortest time. However, she hadn’t expected that within just a day of visiting the Youth Palace, Qian Zhiyuan could spread the news so widely.

With such abilities, it’s truly a waste for him not to be a paparazzi!

If it were anyone else, they might have fallen into Qian Zhiyuan’s trap of flattery. However, Lin Mengting, who was also reborn and had dealt with similar situations in her previous life, handled it with ease!

After casually chatting with everyone for a bit, Lin Mengting, with a bright and radiant smile, smoothly reached her desk and began her busy day.

Qian Zhiyuan, who orchestrated the whole scene and was ready to “save the day,” thought to himself “…”

[Is she really just 18, having been in society for less than half a year, from an ordinary background, and without higher education? Such an ability to effortlessly handle situations with a light touch, even Manager Ding, with his rich experience, might not manage this well!]

[Or perhaps, someone like Lin Mengting, a ‘favored daughter of the heavens,’ is indeed different from ordinary people?!]

…

“Lin Mengting, I didn’t expect you to be a member of the G Province Painting and Calligraphy Association at such a young age.”

“Having a colleague engaged in literary and artistic activities, often conversing happily with various leaders in the literary and government circles, really elevates our company’s image.”

After other colleagues in the department had also congratulated Lin Mengting, Qian Zhiyuan finally walked over to her desk slowly, speaking sincerely and earnestly.

Anyone would think that Qian Zhiyuan treated Lin Mengting, his junior, exceptionally well. Not only did he often offer guidance, but he also seemed genuinely pleased with her achievements, without a trace of envy or jealousy.

As expected of a business elite and company pillar who was specially noticed by the higher-ups and rumored to be promoted several levels! This temperament, this breadth of mind, this capability, easily left others far behind!

This is indeed the proper way for a reborn person to conduct themselves!

…

Lin Mengting smiled, seemingly oblivious to the malice in Qian Zhiyuan’s eyes, the veiled flattery and backhanded compliments in his words, and his attempts to subtly sow discord between her and other colleagues.

“It was just a stroke of luck, coinciding with the association’s effort to recruit more young members.”

“Really?!” Qian Zhiyuan said with an ambiguous tone, “It seems you’re always the lucky one in our company, encountering unbelievable coincidences. I heard the higher-ups are considering ending your probation period early due to your special circumstances. Is this luck as well? After all, in this large company, you’re the only one enjoying such special treatment! Just like you’re the only ‘technical school graduate’ here.” He lowered his voice for the last part, ensuring no one but Lin Mengting could hear it.

Of course, even without this gesture, the shocking news he had just shared successfully stunned the entire office!

Soon, everyone began to talk.

“Is Lin Mengting’s probation period ending early?”

“I never thought the company would make exceptions for her repeatedly. If one day I could reach her level, that would be great.”

“Impossible! No matter how capable she is, they can’t change company policies for her alone!”

“You don’t know? I heard Lin Mengting is a technical school graduate, specially recruited by President Wang into our department.”

“Think about it, besides her, who else in our department isn’t a university graduate? Especially Manager Ding, who graduated from Hua University!”

…

Even if the discussion was in hushed tones, the combined murmur of so many people still created a “buzz” like mosquitoes preparing to bite.

However, for reborn Lin Mengting, these were non-issues. Unless these people had the guts to confront her directly, in an era where everyone cared about face, few dared to do so!

Even if there were a few “bold ones” influenced by others, Lin Mengting wouldn’t take them to heart.

After all, it was an era where “the capable rise to the top”!

…

A week before Lin Mengting’s probation period was due to end, the HR manager approached her.

After the usual praises and future prospects, the HR manager said, “Lin Mengting, considering your excellent performance over the past two months, the company has decided to raise your basic salary to 4000 yuan, with an additional 1500 yuan reimbursement, 500 yuan for meals, 800 yuan for housing, and a 30% commission on tasks exceeding your quota once you become a permanent employee.”

“This is the new contract. If you agree, please sign here.”

4000 yuan basic salary, 1500 yuan reimbursement, 500 yuan meal allowance, and 800 yuan housing allowance…

For a moment, Lin Mengting thought she had misheard!

After all, this was the year 2000, not a decade later when prices had risen and money had devalued!

Based on her rough understanding of the logistics company, this salary far exceeded that of an ordinary employee with four or five years of experience, nearly reaching the level of Deputy Manager Qian Zhiyuan!

This showed just how much the company valued her.

Even though Lin Mengting had known since her rebirth that with her two lifetimes of experience, she could achieve impressive and enviable success in a short time, she hadn’t expected this day to come so quietly and unexpectedly!

…

For a moment, many thoughts flashed through Lin Mengting’s mind. Fortunately, having lived two lifetimes, she had a strong mind. After the initial shock, she quickly calmed down, carefully reviewed the contract, and signed her name at the end.

“Congratulations!” The HR manager put away the contract, stood up, and shook Lin Mengting’s hand lightly, with eyes full of admiration and appreciation. “We hope you will continue to create more value for the company.”

“I will,” Lin Mengting replied with a smile. “I will work towards achieving a ‘win-win’ goal with the company!”