Chapter 65 - Unexpected Assistance

Ying Yue paused as she heard the deep male voice interrupt her stage. The voice was vaguely familiar but she could not place where she had heard it. She was usually good at remembering someone's voice and physical patterns, it was a skill of the trade. However, this voice waa familiar but must have been something she heard in passing. Maintaing a grief stricken face she waited for the man to appear into her line of vision. The crowd apparently recognized him as they quickly made way for him to get through to where they were. Black leather shoes broke through the crowd with legs clad in a red dress pants attached to it. 'What an interesting fashion choice.' Drawing her eyes upwards she saw an unfamiliar face come into view. He was fairly young and had an attractive face. The way he carried himself definitely meant that he held a higher authority within the company.

"Director Wei!" 'Ah so definitely high position, a director. This complicates things...' She was so close to completely turning things against the secretary before he had walked over. Depending on the type of person he is, he could just smooth the issue over and have the secretary get away with this.

"What happened here, why is there such a commotion?" She saw his eyebrows furrow as he had one of the nearby spectators reiterate what had occured. A skeptical look entered his eyes as he glanced of both women on the floor. A hint of hestitation filled her, if he was his director then he must be able to see through her act, no? Before she could debate on what action to take she saw a large palm enter her sight. Looking back up she saw that he had bent over and extended his hand to help her up. Confused she waited a moment before placing her hand in his and taking his help to get up.

"I apologize... I seemed to have sprained my ankle and can't use much force to get up."

"That's fine, place more force on me I can definitely handle it." Reaching out he gave both of his hands and hoisted her upwards. Using force she imitated a struggle as she got up using his help. "Thank...thank you." Looking down she waited for him to say something as she stood in his grasp. His eyes lingered on her face before he turned his attention towards the secretary.

"You. What are you doing in front of everyone and in the main reception hall. Is this the level of your professionalism?! In addition, you injured someone who came to visit. Explain yourself."

A slight appreciation filled her as she watched him speak to the secretary. His tone was stern but not harsh nor did he raise his voice louder. Despite that you could feel the pressure behind his words. If she did not answer to his liking then there would be consequences.

"No...no Director Wei...this is not what it seems like!! That woman threatened me and was fighting to see our CEO! I was just doing my job and was hurt in the process!!"

Turning to the crowd he glanced around before questioning them, "can anyone act as a witness to her words?"

Immediately two voices spoke up, "we can Director Wei. We were a witness to this lady's outrageous actions." Turning her head to the voices she saw that it was the two other secretaries that decided to tesitfy. Ying Yue inwardly rolled her eyes. After using their scapegoat they didn't take the smart route but decided to get futher involved. Anyone with common sense would have seperated their actions from the aggressor after viewing the situation. Looks like that they wanted to have her removed and assumed that their opinions would hold weight. 'Sigh this was supposed to be easy but a challenge is also fun.' Preparing to act pitiful, she turned towards the man and opened her mouth. However, before she could speak he had already responded to the girls.

"So you are saying that this woman was acting in an outrageous manner that warranted her spraining her ankle while the supposed victim only has only a slight redness on her head? If so, why were the guards not called immediately when the situation escalated? If she was indeed aggressive, why did the guards not come over on their own? Answer me." His words made her appreciate him even more, Xi Long had definitely made some mistakes in his hiring but this man was a good choice. He had clearly asked the important questions and placed them in a corner. This was why one should not involve themselves in a clearly losing situation.

"Answer me, why are you waiting."

"Director!! No please do not believe that bimbo's words! It was my fault for not alerting the guards but everything happened so fast! They came over as soon as it happened!"

Feeling the momentum switch, Ying Yue welled up her eyes with unshed tears she made eye contact with him. "Director, these women are lying. They are her friends so they will definitely support her words. I did nothing of the sort, I was only here to deliver a package to the CEO per my boss's instructions. We are a very small business so we must deliver it to make our ends meet. Please check the CCTVs if you do not believe me." Letting a tear drop she gave off a pitful image as if they were torturing her. A quick glint flinted through his eyes as she surveyed his face for a reaction. 'Did he see through her...?'

He turned his head back to the women before she could clearly analyze his reaction. "Since there are no other witnesses, I am forced to take this lady's side. Head upstairs to HR and wait for further instructions. Leave this place immediately, I will find someone else to replace you three for today as your punishment is decided upon."

"But Director you cannot -."

"I cannot what?" An annoyed expression graced his face as he rebutted them. "I am the Director, it is clear who is lying. Do you think I am a fool? Now leave, lest you shame this company further with your actions. To everyone else, I do apologize for this shameful display, please take my apologies and return to your places." Dismissing them with his eyes he gripped Ying Yue's hand before walking away. The spectators split up and walked back to their spots leaving just them together. She could feel their glares as the three women left towards the elevators.

Turning towards the man she continued hobbling with him as he lead her towards a couch. "Thank you for -"

"Now now, cut the act its just two of us. Now miss....may I have the honour of finding out why you are actually here?"