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Unbeknownst to Rong Yan, a silent undercurrent churned quietly.
Following the broadcast of her show on the AQ platform, she stood out among the forty-some trainees, her popularity soaring. Whether there were more haters or fans, at least her visibility had increased, and Rong Yan had truly started to gain some fame.
Interviews and various programs began to increase as well.
Her schedule started to become busier. Even though she had told Estelle in advance to keep her evenings free, she still ended up busy as a top, often finishing work at nine or ten oâclock at night.
As she became busier, the time she spent with Little Baby also decreased.
Even if Little Baby didnât say anything, Rong Yan could feel his mood hadnât been high lately. Every night when she returned, Little Baby would be holed up in his room, busy with who knows what.
After being busy for half a month straight, Rong Yan finally managed to complete most of the work Estelle had committed her to, and before Estelle could schedule her for new tasks, Rong Yan interrupted her, âEstelle, I want to keep Saturday free. Can you not arrange any schedule for me that day?â
âHmm? You have something on?â It was the perfect time to strike while the iron was hot. Others wished they could split a day in two to gain more popularity, and yet she was thinking of taking a day off?
Rong Yan felt awkward for a moment, âItâs not that I have something to doâ¦â
She took a deep breath and confessed honestly, âI want to take a day off to spend some time with my family. Iâve been too busy recently and havenât had the time to accompany them properly.â
Estelle immediately understood, putting down her notebook, her sharp and efficient eyes resting on her as she said calmly, âNormally at this time, we wouldnât allow for leave unless itâs for something very specialâ¦â
âEstelle, Iâ¦â
She really wanted a day off! She had already planned to take Little Baby to the amusement park for a full day. Although she hadnât mentioned this to Little Baby yet, she had been working overtime these past few days precisely to finish her work early and keep the next day free.
Estelle gave her a look that was both teasing and reproachful, âI hadnât even finished speaking, whatâs the rush? Do I really look like Zhou Bapi who wields a little whip to bully the laborers?â
Hearing Estelleâs response, Rong Yan knew she had succeeded. She immediately flashed a big smile and flattered, âNo, not at all. Where else could you find such an attractive Zhou Bapi?â
âYou,â Estelle said, amused into a smile, and resignedly added, âIs one day enough?â
âItâs enough,â Rong Yan replied. She just wanted to take Little Baby to the amusement park; one day was plenty.
Estelle said, âAlright. Iâll keep your schedule open for tomorrow! But make sure your phone is on at all times, just in case I need to contact you for anything.â
Rong Yan promptly agreed, âI know, guaranteed 24-hour accessibility!â
âOkay, then Iâll reschedule your upcoming work for the day after tomorrow,â Estelle said teasingly. âSince youâve finished work for today, do you want to go have dinner with us, or head back home first?â
In the past half a month, Rong Yanâs popularity had skyrocketed, and the company had started assembling a professional team for her; she now had four people working for her.
Rong Yan, embarrassed by the teasing, said, âI might have to head back first. Estelle, where are you guys eating tonight? Have you booked a place? I know a Western restaurant thatâs quite goodâif you like, I can book a table, and itâll be my treat tonight!â
âThatâs fine,â Estelle replied, accepting the offer without any hesitation, in a buoyant spirit, âThen Iâll thank the BOSS on behalf of my assistants.â
âPfft,â Rong Yan was taken aback by her sudden promotion to BOSS, and after a few more witty exchanges, she glanced at the time, waved goodbye to Estelle, âEstelle, Iâm off then. See you the day after tomorrow.â
âGo ahead.â