Zhou Yang chose a music restaurant, where music and cuisine blended seamlessly, creating an elegant atmosphere. On the stage, a singer performed live, making it the famous "Home of Literary Youth" in Yangcheng. Many people who had never experienced nightlife enjoyed coming here to eat while watching the performances. The colleague beside her chattered incessantly, from who became someone else's mistress to which brand of foundation was good. Ye Zhiqiu was not interested in these topics, so she silently watched the lead singer on the stage. His voice was hoarse, carrying a sense of vicissitudes, making people unconsciously sink into it. Ye Zhiqiu watched intently and did not notice a tall figure walking through the door. His gaze swept around the room, and once it landed on Ye Zhiqiu, he finally stepped forward and chose a corner to sit down. She sat there, indifferent to the surrounding noise, unwilling to blend in, becoming a unique presence that could be spotted at a glance among the crowd. After the dishes were served, Pan Qin poured Ye Zhiqiu a glass of whiskey and smiled, "Autumn, you must drink this glass of wine. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have been able to close Xiangyu's case. On behalf of everyone at the company, I toast to you, so that all our efforts are not in vain." Ye Zhiqiu frowned slightly, "I don't drink." Pan Qin laughed, "No one is born knowing how to drink, right? Besides, tonight you are the protagonist. If the protagonist doesn't drink, how can we enjoy ourselves?" "Yes, Sister Autumn."

Zhang Lu also chimed in from the side, 'Just have a drink, and if you get drunk, we'll send you back.' Ye Zhiqiu looked at the glass of wine that was thrust into his hand, hesitated for a moment, and then Zhou Yang said with a sarcastic tone, 'What, not even willing to drink a glass of wine?' Ye Zhiqiu, full of resentment, tilted his head back and poured the entire glass of wine into his stomach, feeling as if it was on fire. A pair of eyes in the corner slightly furrowed their brows. After that first glass of wine, it seemed as if everyone had agreed beforehand, and one by one, they all came to toast Ye Zhiqiu. Ye Zhiqiu, not turning down anyone, drank everything that was offered to him. After three rounds of drinks, Ye Zhiqiu sat on the sofa, feeling dizzy, his head heavy and completely lacking energy. Zhou Yang picked up his glass and cleared his throat, 'Everyone...' 'I believe everyone knows that the position of our company's Planning Director has been vacant for a long time. Today, taking advantage of this opportunity, I would like to announce a personnel appointment.' After Zhou Yang finished speaking, all eyes turned to Ye Zhiqiu. In their minds, Ye Zhiqiu was truly deserving of the Planning Director position. Pan Qin clenched her fists tightly, extremely nervous inside. Zhou Yang's eyes swept over Ye Zhiqiu and finally landed on Pan Qin, 'Pan Qin has been with our company for quite some time. Although she may not be the most outstanding, she has plenty of experience, and I believe this position of Planning Director... is tailor-made for her.' 'What?' 'How could this be? Why her?' 'Yeah, what about Autumn?'

As soon as Zhou Yang finished speaking, Ye Zhiqiu stood up abruptly. Everyone thought she was dissatisfied with the appointment, but she just smiled and said, 'No... sorry, I need to go to the restroom.' At first, she didn't feel it, but now the alcohol was kicking in, and she felt extremely uncomfortable all over. Ye Zhiqiu stumbled towards the restroom, and Pan Qin also stood up, putting on a look of profound righteousness, 'I'll go check on her.' As soon as Ye Zhiqiu arrived at the toilet, Pan Qin followed her in. Watching Ye Zhiqiu standing in front of the sink washing her face, Pan Qin leaned lazily against the wall and sneered, 'What? Didn't expect me to take this position, did you?' Ye Zhiqiu wiped her face and looked at the person behind her through the mirror, 'Pan Qin, to be honest, I really don't understand why you have been so hostile to me ever since I joined the company?' Pan Qin's face twisted a bit, 'Why?' She looked at Ye Zhiqiu in front of her and sneered, 'Ye Zhiqiu, look at yourself. What do you have besides being pretty? Why do you get Mr. Zhou's favor as soon as you join the company? Why do all the partners praise you endlessly? Why do you always outdo me in everything? I am not reconciled.' Pan Qin sneered, 'Well, now, aren't you still under my thumb and have to watch my face?' Pan Qin approached Ye Zhiqiu, gritting her teeth and said, 'Ye Zhiqiu, if you know what's good for you, you'll resign on your own. Otherwise, I assure you, I will make your life a living hell under me.'

Ye Zhiqiu turned off the faucet and looked steadily at Pan Qin in front of her. 'Pan Qin, do you know why all the partners speak ill of you in front of me?' 'Because you are selfish and self-serving, because your mind is only filled with these intrigues. How can such a person have good ideas, how can they come up with good plans? Therefore, you are destined to lose to me,' Ye Zhiqiu said expressionlessly. 'To tell you the truth, I don't care about this position as planning director at all. If you think you have the ability, you can sit in it. I am staying here only for...' 'Forget it,' Ye Zhiqiu sighed. 'With someone like you, no matter how much I say, you won't understand.' Ye Zhiqiu pushed past Pan Qin and walked straight out. As soon as she stepped out the door, she bumped into a broad embrace. Looking up, Ye Zhiqiu saw a familiar face with a hint of surprise, 'Why are you here?' 'Let's go, back home,' the person was Lu Qichen. He had been silently watching Ye Zhiqiu's situation, knowing that she didn't want others to know about their relationship. Therefore, to avoid causing unnecessary trouble, even when seeing Ye Zhiqiu being pressured to drink, Lu Qichen did not go over. He had been waiting for Ye Zhiqiu to go to the restroom and hurriedly followed. 'Home?' Ye Zhiqiu looked at Lu Qichen in front of her with surprise, 'Didn't I ask Assistant Fan to tell you? I have something to do today...' 'What's so important? Isn't it just drinking here?'

Lu Qichen leaned closer to Ye Zhiqiu in front of him. Because she had been drinking, her complexion was flushed and she looked extremely adorable. 'Don't forget, you are now a married woman. Your husband is your heaven. How can there be any reason to leave me alone at home starving?' 'But...' The dinner party wasn't over yet. If she left, what would others think? 'There is no but. Hurry up and leave.' Before Ye Zhiqiu could snap out of it, Lu Qichen had already unceremoniously grabbed Ye Zhiqiu's hand and left. When Pan Qin came out of the toilet, she happened to see Lu Qichen and Ye Zhiqiu pulling and tugging at each other. She clenched her fists tightly. Jealousy was like a vine, gradually choking her throat. Why? Why did Ye Zhiqiu have such good luck that even Lu Qichen, who had just gotten married, favored her so much? Pan Qin didn't know how she got back to the dining table. Zhang Lu looked behind her and said, 'Sister Qin, where is Sister Autumn? Why didn't she come back with you? Is she alright?' The voice wasn't too loud or too soft, just enough for everyone present to hear.