Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

Song Ci asked in surprise, "Roll call?"

The leader didn't shy away from the fact that, "Yes, this down-to-earth professionalism is exactly what they want."

"Furthermore, you are the face of our Handong Provincial Police Network, our leading lady."

“The clip of you in the promotional video that the provincial department filmed before is still the top item on the homepage of the provincial department’s official website.”

"You have a good personal image and solid speaking skills."

"Many people at the grassroots level know you, and seeing you host the program makes them feel more trusting."

"Furthermore, this project will continue to produce a series of short videos and live streams."

"We need a host who can consistently deliver content over a long period and has a strong fan base; you are the best candidate."

"There's also the issue of funding for our Handong Province police network. Although the provincial department has given us some consideration, we can't rely on that funding all the time, can we?"

"We must rely on our own efforts, and this project will bring us great benefits."

"If we get off to a good start, we'll have created a new revenue stream."

"Xiao Song, I haven't made things too difficult for you in other matters, and I've always let you have your way. But this time, you absolutely must help me."

"I've already promised them. If you don't come, you'll be putting me in a very difficult position!"

Song Ci was still hesitant, "Boss, the other colleagues in the unit are also very capable. It's not as exaggerated as you say."

The leader nodded, "That's right. If you don't come, I can replace you with someone else, but the influence will definitely be greatly reduced."

"If our police network doesn't perform well this year, we might have to cut some departments."

“We’re all colleagues, Xiao Song. Since you have the ability to help, I hope you will do so without hesitation.”

"Besides, I won't let you leave for too long, a week will be enough."

"If we are efficient, it might even take less than a week, and we could finish filming in just three days."

Song Ci was somewhat helpless and wanted to refuse, but the other party's words were too earnest.

Moreover, the other party had shown her kindness and support, and it was the other party who strongly supported her in coming to work in Handong this time.

Recently, whenever she caused trouble in Tianzhou, it was always the other party who helped clean up her messes and even took the pressure for her.

If someone else were to ask, Song Ci might not necessarily give them face.

But since it was this former boss, she really couldn't refuse.

Seeing that Song Ci remained silent, the other party continued, "Are you worried about what Director Tang thinks?"

"How about this, I'll go and report to Director Tang specifically, and explain in detail the difficulties our police network faces."

"If Tang Ting approves, then Song Ci should step up without hesitation. There shouldn't be any problem with that, right?"

Song Ci said helplessly, "Alright then, I'll trouble you to ask Director Tang for his opinion."

"If Director Tang agrees, I will gladly accept the offer!"

Before hanging up the phone, Song Ci said, "By the way, Director, could you please send me all the relevant information and materials about this company we are working with?"

Upon hearing this, the director smiled and said, "That's more like it!"

"I know you're worried about your family situation, but you should have some faith in Comrade Li Dong."

"Even if you're not here, I believe he can manage his work and life well!"

"One more thing, this project is also very important for your personal development."

"After the project is completed, your resume will have an additional experience as the person in charge of a provincial key project, which will be of great help to your subsequent promotion and professional certification."

"As police officers, we need to take care of the people and things around us, but we also need to have long-term career plans, don't you agree?"

"In addition, I have had the project details compiled, and we will start recording at the provincial TV station studio in the provincial capital next week."

"In addition to location shooting, we work 6 hours a day, with breaks at noon and in the evening."

"The partner company also specially arranged two professional assistants to help you. You don't have to worry about anything from script writing to on-site coordination. You just need to focus on content output."

The leader's persuasion was clear and logical, highlighting the importance of the project while also taking into account Song Ci's personal concerns, which gradually relaxed her tense nerves.

Right after Song Ci hung up the phone, another call came in.

The gatekeeper reported, "Director Song, someone outside wants to see you."

Song Ci asked, "Who?"

The security guard explained, "I said his surname is Li, and you knew it as soon as I mentioned it."

Song Ci frowned.

Li Ying?

Why did she come to see me?

"Okay, I understand. I'll handle this. You don't need to worry about it."

After hanging up the phone, Song Ci took out her phone and dialed, "Was it you who came to see me?"

Li Ying tried to keep her tone calm, "That's right, I'm right outside your workplace."

"If it's convenient, shall we meet?"

Song Ci's tone was resolute: "There's nothing between us to say."

"Let's skip meeting in person and just talk on the phone to avoid any unpleasantness."

Li Ying retorted, "Do you really have so little faith in me?"

Song Ci sneered, "It's not that I lack confidence, it's that I'm disheartened."

"I've given you my bottom line time and time again, but you keep crossing it."

“You didn’t treat me like your own daughter at all in front of the Li family.”

“He showed me absolutely no respect whatsoever, not even in front of my husband, Li Dong.”

“You’ve crossed the line, and now you want me to give you confidence? Li Ying, don’t you think you’re being ridiculous and laughable?”

Li Ying softened her stance, saying, "I admit that I did some things wrong in the past, but I also had my own unavoidable difficulties."

“I don’t expect you to understand my predicament, but you must understand that I’m doing this not only for myself, but also for the whole family.”

"While my previous actions may have been somewhat extreme and I may have resorted to unscrupulous means to achieve my goals, I did not do it for my own selfish interests."

"I admit that some of my past actions hurt you."

"That's why I came here today specifically to apologize to you!"

Song Ci almost thought she had misheard, "Come apologize to me?"

Li Ying nodded, "That's right, I apologize to you."

"Otherwise, I wouldn't have come to your workplace."

"In addition to apologizing to you, I also want to apologize to Li Dong's father."

"I know you're worried, so I'd like to ask you to come with me."

Song Ci was even more surprised, "Go apologize to Li Dong's father?"

Li Ying countered, "So, is this enough sincerity?"

Song Ci stared in disbelief, her eyes filled with wariness, "Li Ying, what exactly are you up to?"

Li Ying said, "Can we talk in person? It's not clear over the phone."

Song Ci would definitely not agree to meet if the other party did not mention Li Dong's father.

Such worry made her restless.

"Wait for me, I'll be right down!"