Super Soldier in the City
Chapter 49 - 48: Zhao Qingshan Looking for Faults

Chapter 49: Chapter 48: Zhao Qingshan Looking for Faults

Li Yifei sneezed twice in the office, and Shen Yajuan immediately laughed and said, "Little Li, someone must be thinking of you early in the morning."

Li Yifei rubbed his nose and said, "Yeah, too handsome, nothing I can do about it."

Michelle let out a laugh and said, "Brother Li, you’re really funny."

Li Yifei seriously said, "What do you mean funny, you don’t know, no matter how low-key I am, I can’t hide my dazzling brilliance. The moment I stand here, countless beauties throw themselves into my arms."

Having worked in the logistics department for a week, Li Yifei had already grown familiar with everyone. None of these people liked to put on airs, and as they were all ordinary employees, they got along well. Li Yifei also enjoyed joking with them. While some more outrageous jokes couldn’t be made because Michelle was there, the general banter was harmless.

Now everyone in the office burst out laughing. Li Zhisheng pointed at Li Yifei, barely holding back his chuckles, and said, "I tell you, Little Li, then you should bring one of these beauties to show us, to give us an eye-opener."

Shen Yajuan glanced at Michelle and laughed, "If you manage to woo our little Michelle, then I’ll be impressed. Forget about the other beauties, be careful not to ruin your image in front of Michelle."

Michelle’s face turned red all of a sudden as she stuttered, "Sister Shen... don’t tease me, please."

Li Yifei squinted at Michelle, shook his head, and said, "Michelle, although you’re beautiful, you’re not my type. I like them wild, and you’re too gentle. Such a character is good for a domestic life but not for a wild-hearted man like me."

Shen Yajuan pursed her lips and said, "All you men are wild before you get married. The most important thing is to tie your hearts down, not let you have the chance to go out enjoying life. A wild monkey like you, if you were in my hands, I’d make sure you behave."

Li Yifei chuckled and said, "Looks like brother-in-law must be well-trained by you."

Shen Yajuan smiled proudly and said, "Certainly, your brother-in-law was much wilder than you, but he’s been staying at home honestly ever since we married. He never comes home later than nine at night. Speaking of which, take a look at Brother Li; he used to be quite the charmer, and now he’s as tame as a cat. Even for company gatherings, he has to ask his wife half the day if he can go."

Li Zhisheng immediately rolled his eyes and said, "Why are you dragging me into this? That’s called being responsible, okay? It’s because my wife cares for me, alright?"

Chen Fei laughed heartily and said, "Brother Li, stop bragging. Just a few months ago, those scratches on your face, you said you got them from a bump, but they were obviously made by your wife. How fierce she is, we all know."

Li Zhisheng immediately turned red and was at a loss for words, while the rest of the office burst into laughter. Shen Yajuan went over, resting an arm on Li Zhisheng’s shoulder, and said, "Brother Li, this is nothing to be ashamed of. Love is fear. If you weren’t good to your wife, she would’ve slapped you away, not just scratched you."

Li Zhisheng nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, yes, that’s a sign of our good relationship, a little fight now and then spices it up, right?"

Everyone laughed again, but a loud shout suddenly stopped all the laughter.

"This is work time, what are you idling around and chatting for?"

The person who came in was Zhao QingSheng, with a sullen face and a fierce look that scanned over everyone’s faces. Everyone immediately returned to their positions. Although nobody respected Zhao QingSheng, he was a vice-president after all. If he really came looking for trouble, they would not be able to handle it, and by now everyone understood that Zhao QingSheng was most likely looking for trouble with Li Yifei, wondering if he would take this opportunity to act.

After Zhao QingSheng flaunted his authority, he also deliberately gave Li Yifei a glance. His look carried a sort of mockery and ridicule before he actually turned and left.

As soon as Zhao QingSheng left, Shen Yajuan immediately pushed her chair and glided over to Li Yifei, whispering, "Little Li, you need to be careful. This guy likes to play dirty. You never know when he’ll make his move."

Li Yifei smiled broadly and said gratefully, "Thanks, Sister Shen, I’ll meet the soldier and cover the earth with water. I’m not afraid of him."

Shen Yajuan rolled her eyes at Li Yifei and said, "Just be careful with everything. Don’t give him any leverage. Then, he’ll have no way to deal with you, after all, it’s President Xu who has the final say here, and he can’t stir up too much trouble."

Just then, Michelle stood up and leaned over, saying, "Brother Li, it’s my fault. I got you into trouble with him."

Li Yifei turned and smiled at Michelle, "That’s how I am. Even without you, I would’ve offended him. I can’t stand people like him."

Li Zhisheng also joined in, saying, "You don’t have to blame yourselves. What we need now is to think about how Zhao QingSheng might come after Yifei. Let’s figure out a plan first."

Shen Yajuan nodded repeatedly and said, "Right, that’s what’s important. As long as we’re prepared and don’t fall for his traps, he won’t be able to touch Little Li."

"That guy always uses our cars. I’ll see if I can pry something out of his mouth later on," He Dong added.

Chen Fei joined in and said, "Yeah, he’s just a Vice-president, always acting all high and mighty. It annoys me just to look at him, plus he’s pretty fond of bragging. Maybe if we butter him up with a few nice words, he’ll let something slip. Later, He Dong and I will tip off Little Li."

In the past, Li Yifei had always heard that these office workers loved to engage in constant intrigues, especially those in the same office, often appearing cordial but harboring ill will. But now it seemed that at least these colleagues were actually quite nice. He laughed and said, "You guys are helping me out so much. Regardless of what happens, I’ll remember your kindness. Once we get paid, I’ll treat everyone to drinks."

With Li Yifei’s promise, everyone was even more enthusiastic. In fact, it wasn’t Li Yifei’s treat that they were after; they simply couldn’t stand Zhao QingSheng. Michelle was the darling of the office, and even if they couldn’t get close to her, still, out of a man’s instinct, no one wanted to see her fall into the hands of a jerk like Zhao QingSheng. So, at this point, it was nothing short of a united front against Zhao QingSheng.

That morning, Li Yifei and Michelle went out to purchase two laptop computers needed by the accounting department. By the time they finished setting them up, it was past lunchtime. The two grabbed a quick bite and then returned to the company.

As soon as they arrived at the company, a young man from the finance department came to the logistics department to collect the computers.

The distribution of office supplies had always been Michelle’s responsibility, and many people took this opportunity to strike up a conversation with her. After the young man came in, he didn’t leave immediately, instead, he chatted with Michelle idly.

Michelle responded with a smile, being a good-natured girl. As long as no one touched her inappropriately or made indecent jokes, she got along well with her colleagues.

While they were talking, Zhao QingSheng walked in and came straight up to Li Yifei, saying, "I heard that the company just got two new computers?"

The office suddenly fell quiet. Zhao QingSheng’s visit was clearly aimed at Li Yifei, and no one knew what he had in mind concerning the computers.

Li Yifei smiled faintly and replied, "Yes, it was an order from the finance department, and we’ve already got them."

Zhao QingSheng immediately put on a stern face and said, "Then you keep them here. I’ve already promised one to Old Li from the sales department."

Michelle promptly exclaimed in astonishment, "General Zhao, the finance department placed the order directly, and President Xu has signed off on it. We have no reason to withhold them."

Zhao QingSheng glared and said, "I’m your superior, does what I say not count?"

Michelle was at a loss for words, but Li Yifei maintained his composure and responded, "General Zhao, you’re right about that, but the order has President’s approval, and if we withhold the computers, who would be accountable for that?"

Zhao QingSheng snorted and said, "I’ll take care of the paperwork later. They can only have one computer."

Shen Yajuan hurried to make eye gestures at Li Yifei, urging him to agree, but Li Yifei shook his head and said, "I’m sorry, General Zhao, but I’m just following the company procedures. Although you’re our leader, this matter has gone through General Zheng. If we don’t deliver the computers to the finance department, we can’t bear the responsibility if they ask about it later."

Zhao QingSheng slammed his hand on the desk, barking, "You really think you’re above it all, huh? I’m an executive, and even a junior employee like you won’t listen to me now. Haven’t you learned to follow the orders of your superiors since joining this company? You are accountable to me, your direct superior. Are you trying to get fired right now by not following orders?"

"You are my superior, but I have to follow the company’s rules even more. The company policy is clear—whomever brings an order, we supply them accordingly. As the vice-director of our logistics department, don’t you know our department’s regulations?"

Li Yifei’s words remained calm, but he was directly confronting Zhao QingSheng, not giving him any face.

"Fine, I’ll take a computer today and see who dares stop me." With that, Zhao QingSheng circled to the other side and picked up one of the two laptops on Michelle’s desk.

But as he turned around, Li Yifei blocked his way. With a livid face, Zhao QingSheng said, "Move aside."

"Put down the computer, and you can leave."

"Little Li, move out of the way!" Shen Yajuan and Li Zhisheng called out anxiously at this point, while Michelle was so worried she didn’t know what to do. She had never encountered such a predicament since joining the company and had no idea how to handle it.

Li Yifei smiled faintly and said, "General Zhao, without the order, I won’t let you take the computer."

"Move it!" Zhao QingSheng was completely furious by now. He had come today to take Li Yifei down a peg and couldn’t believe that Li Yifei was not taking him, an executive, seriously. Unable to hold back any longer, he roared and pushed toward Li Yifei’s chest.

However, Li Yifei somehow stepped aside, and Zhao QingSheng ended up pushing at nothing. His force was so great that he continued to lunge forward, and then somehow tripped, losing his balance and going face-first to the ground.

With a "thump," the office went dead silent...

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