The mistress just wanted to be bad, but she took off after being replaced

Behind the counter, a screen painted with elegant ink-and-wash landscapes stands quietly, serving as both a decoration and a clever way to separate the space. Behind the screen is a carefully arranged guest area.

According to Si Qi, this is a meeting place for those people who are willing to lend a helping hand and do good deeds together. It is also a quiet corner for her and Sheng Junwei to discuss charity affairs and check accounts.

Walking around the screen, Sheng Junwei immediately saw Si Qi who had been waiting there.

She was lazily leaning on an exquisitely carved mahogany chair, pinching a piece of delicate dessert between her small fingers and savoring it carefully. Her calmness and comfort seemed to warm people's hearts instantly.

"You're here?" Si Qi quickly swallowed the last bit of delicious food in her mouth. Then a crisp gulp came from her throat, followed by a big sip of warm tea flowing smoothly into her throat.

Her face was as beautiful as a flower, especially her fox eyes that seemed to be able to see through people's hearts. They were full of autumn water. They should have been captivating, but because of her casual and uninhibited little movements, she unexpectedly added a bit of the intimacy of a girl next door, making people want to get closer to her involuntarily, and the defense in their hearts quietly melted away.

Si Qi saw through the subtle sadness on Sheng Junwei's face at a glance, and a delicate concern appeared between her brows. She whispered, "What happened?"

Sheng Junwei shook her head slightly, forcing a faint smile: "It's okay."

She was secretly surprised in her heart. Normally, she always had a cold face. How did Si Qi penetrate this icy expression and reach her inner emotions?

Feeling his friend's reservation, Si Qi did not force him. He simply pushed the two booklets on the table and wrote casually, "The booklet on the left records the information of every member of our team. Most of them are out on business now. Only two are left in the backyard busy verifying the inventory of materials in the warehouse."

"As for the one on the right, it is a detailed record of our aid missions, including information about the people who need help and every aid plan we have developed for them."

Sheng Junwei first opened the booklet on the left. There were about a dozen names neatly arranged on the page, ranked according to their importance in the team.

The first to be affected was the manager Li Le, followed by the accountant Zhang Kaixin. Wang Kai was responsible for screening those seeking help, while Yu Zhishang was an action-oriented person responsible for the specific implementation of the assistance plan.

The remaining members were roughly divided into two teams led by Wang Kai and Yu Zhishang, each performing their own duties.

In addition to her and Si Qi, the team has a total of twelve like-minded partners.

Si Qi confessed: "In fact, I was also confused at the beginning. I was completely groping forward, after all, I had never been involved in this field before."

"But don't worry. After careful consideration, Hong Gu and I have decided not to accept new commissions in the near future. Even after the existing embroidery orders are completed, I will take the initiative to reduce the number of orders in order to free up more time and energy to ensure that our charity will not run aground halfway."

Sheng Junwei was a little worried: "Will this have a negative impact on you? I remember that your goal is to gain your father's recognition through your own efforts and prove your strength."

Si Qi's eyes flickered, and her smile was full of confidence and determination: "Isn't what I'm doing now enough to prove myself?"

Sheng Junwei was speechless for a moment. Indeed, Si Qi's achievements were dazzling enough.

An ordinary embroiderer may need to exhaust her youth and go through long years of hard work before she can be promoted to the ranks of gold medal embroiderers.

On the other hand, Si Qi stood out in the embroidery world of the capital in just one year. Not only did she become the top embroiderer in Yunjinfang, but her reputation also surpassed that of the other four gold medal embroiderers.

If this is not considered a skill, what is real talent and knowledge?

Si Qi smiled and said, "I hope my father can see my ability, but this does not mean that I will be tied to the embroidery frame for my whole life. I have a hunch that if we can make charity work flourish, its significance and achievement will far exceed what I can achieve as an embroiderer in Yunjinfang."

"So, I plan to officially resign from Yunjinfang after completing the last task at hand."

"Resign?" Sheng Junwei was stunned when she heard this, obviously she had not expected this decision.

"In fact, what I am considering is to take the initiative to withdraw from the halo of Yunjinfang and leave the position of the gold medal embroiderer, which symbolizes the supreme glory, vacant, so as to open up a path to the top for other hard-working embroiderers."

Sheng Junwei heard this and showed an expression of disbelief: "This... You have spent many years climbing up step by step to this point. It would be a pity to give up so easily. Moreover, if your father saw you giving up everything you have worked so hard for so rashly, he would probably think that you lack the perseverance and determination to face adversity. Then wouldn't all your hard work in the past be wasted?"

Si Qi had a faint smile on her face, and her insights were unique and profound.

"Retiring gracefully at the peak of one's career is completely different from giving up halfway. If I had just wasted my time as an ordinary embroiderer and left without making any achievements, it would indeed seem that I lacked perseverance and resilience. But now, I am not only a gold medal embroiderer admired by everyone in Yunjinfang, but also a leader in the industry, standing at the forefront of the industry."

"If my father blames me for this, he must first prove that he can surpass me in skills or have a wider reputation. Only then will his accusation carry weight."

Faced with Si Qi's powerful words, Sheng Junwei fell into deep thought.

Such an idea seems quite novel in this society. After all, for a long time, people have advocated loyalty and perseverance from beginning to end, whether in relationships or career paths.

In love and career, who would be willing to give up easily unless there is nothing left?

Si Qi's detached and open-minded attitude seems particularly unique in this era, but it also makes Sheng Junwei feel an unprecedented sense of freedom.

Why should we tie ourselves tightly to a certain person or a certain position while living in this world?

"I support you."

Sheng Junwei's lips curled up into a gentle smile, "If there is something more exciting for you in the future, go for it. I will also learn how to take over here and ensure that I will not become a burden for you to pursue your dreams."

Si Qi clapped her hands and smiled brightly, "I knew you would understand! Don't worry, even if I choose to leave, I will definitely make full preparations to ensure a smooth transition."

"Just like Yunjinfang, I will carefully train the successors before I leave to ensure that they can take over this banner steadily."

Sheng Junwei nodded slightly when she heard this. She already had a good understanding of the charity organization run by Si Qi and was well aware of its meticulous management.

They decided to leave the charity house and wander the streets, hoping to meet fate at some corner.