Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio  Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
âTang Wei whispered, âIsnât Gu Groupâs anniversary celebration next month? How are you preparing? After all, youâre practically the future lady of the company. Have you been practicing a dance routine with Mr. Gu?â
âWhat dance routine?â Shu Pan looked utterly perplexed. She hadnât heard anything about it, nor had Gu Shaoting mentioned it.
âOh my, you havenât prepared anything?â Tang Wei suddenly changed the subject. âMaybe Mr. Gu wants to surprise you?â
With that, Tang Wei excused herself and walked away.
Shu Pan was completely bewildered, feeling like she was in the dark.
She got up and headed to the tea room to pour herself a cup of coffee. As she approached, she overheard a few female employees whispering excitedly about something, their faces lit up with enthusiasm.
Now, while the office staff showed her respect to her face, they still gossiped about her behind her back. At least, no one dared to offend her again.
Curiosity got the better of Shu Pan, and she glanced over. At that moment, one of the female employees spotted her and immediately looked at Shu Pan with envy. She then said, âShu Designer, we envy you so much. Youâll definitely be the center of attention at the annual dinner.â
Shu Pan raised an eyebrow in surprise, wondering what exactly they were envious about.
She asked, puzzled, âEnvious of what?â
âWe envy you for being able to attend the grand banquet held by Gu Group. You know, itâs going to be magnificent. Just thinking about it is so exciting,â the employees said in unison.
âIf itâs the annual dinner, wonât you all be attending too? Why envy me?â Shu Pan couldnât help but find it amusing. Why were these young girls attaching so much importance to this?
âItâs different. Weâre just supporting characters. Youâre the protagonist, and that night, youâll definitely be Mr. Guâs partner,â they explained eagerly.
âOh my goodness, how enviable! Youâll be like a princess, attracting everyoneâs attention,â another chimed in.
Shu Pan looked at them in shock, furrowing her brows. âIs the annual dinner really that grand?â
âYou donât know?â one of the younger girls said with an air of superiority. She proceeded to explain, âGu Groupâs annual company celebration is always extravagant, with a super luxurious banquet. Itâs an honor just to attend, let alone become the center of attention at the banquet. I heard that even top-notch celebrities from around the world join!â
Shu Pan was truly astonished. The anniversary celebration of Gu Group? How come Gu Shaoting hadnât mentioned it to her?
âShu Pan, donât worry. Youâll definitely be a VIP. Itâs still some time away, so prepare yourself and take care of yourself. Strive to dazzle everyone that day,â one of them said.
âShu Pan, please, can you take more photos for us? Weâre all the way in the back, and we probably wonât be able to see the grand scene up front,â another pleaded.
âI heard they invited international superstars. If itâs convenient, can you get their autographs for us?â yet another chimed in.
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Shu Pan could only give a dry laugh and say, âIf I really get the chance, Iâll definitely take more photos for everyone to see.â
But it seemed like nothing had been confirmed yet.
âShu Pan, youâre such a kind person. Thank you in advance,â they said gratefully.
With her coffee in hand, Shu Pan walked into the office, her brows furrowed tightly. The anniversary celebration of Gu Group was next month?
It seemed like Gu Shaoting hadnât mentioned it at all. But these young girls probably got it wrong. Gu Shaoting was quite clear about separating his personal and professional life. This celebration was a big event for the company, and itâs probably their business only.