Hidden truth, intricate love

"Boss Lin, Gu Yao's name has appeared again." The secretary handed her the latest investigation results. "She seems to have directly interfered with the termination of this cooperation."

Lin Yue put down the documents in her hand, her eyes cold: "She's started to act again."

After learning about Lin Yue's crisis, Li Hao quickly stepped in. He contacted the client through his connections and tried to save the situation with his influence.

"I know you're under pressure from Gu Yao, but it's not worth it." Li Hao, sitting at the other end of the conference call, spoke with a hint of authority. "If you continue to cooperate with her, you will be taking on very high risks."

The client's manager was clearly hesitant, but he didn't agree immediately: "Mr. Li, we need time to reassess."

After hanging up the phone, Li Hao immediately mobilized his team and sent a message to Lin Yue:

"Gu Yao has infiltrated your partner. I will do my best to resolve the issue."

After receiving the message, Lin Yue was stunned for a moment, but she did not reply. Instead, she chose to continue to deal with the problem alone.

A few days later, Lin Yue finally managed to get in touch with the client's manager. She flew to the client's city in person to prepare for face-to-face negotiations.

"Mr. Lin, this situation is more complicated than we imagined," the client's representative said during the meeting. "Gu Yao not only offered more attractive conditions, but also secretly created some unfavorable public opinion about your company."

Lin Yue's eyes were calm and firm. "These rumors are completely fabricated. I can provide you with all the relevant evidence to prove that there is no problem with our project."

The other party was silent for a moment, then said, "Mr. Lin, I personally respect you very much, but our company also has its own concerns. Perhaps you need to show more sincerity to convince us."

Lin Yue nodded and immediately began to present her proposal. She used the most rational analysis and data to demonstrate the value of continued cooperation and promised to provide the client with additional support and resources.

The negotiations lasted a whole day, and the two sides finally reached a preliminary consensus, but Lin Yue knew that more efforts were needed to save the cooperation.

After returning to the hotel, Lin Yue sat exhausted on the edge of her bed, her mind reeling over the details of the day's negotiations. Her body had reached its limit, but her nerves remained tense.

"What does Gu Yao want to do?" She whispered to herself, a trace of fatigue in her eyes.

At this moment, the cell phone suddenly rang. It was Li Hao calling.

"Lin Yue, where are you now?" Li Hao's voice was low, with a hint of concern.

Lin Yue closed her eyes, her tone revealing a hint of alienation: "Mr. Li, I'm dealing with a client's problem. Is there anything I can help you with?"

"I heard you went to see that client." Li Hao said in a deep voice, "Lin Yue, you don't need to take on everything alone. I can help you."

Lin Yue's tone remained cold: "Boss Li, this is my job, I don't need anyone else's interference."

Li Hao was silent for a moment, then said, "Lin Yue, I know you don't want to rely on anyone, but it's not your fault. You can let me help you, and it doesn't mean you are weak."

Lin Yue didn't respond, but simply hung up the phone. She knew that Li Hao's concern was genuine, but she couldn't accept this constant interference.

Meanwhile, Gu Yao did not stop her interference. Not only did she continue to pressure the client, she also tried to further discredit Lin Yue's company through public opinion.

"Mr. Lin, our public pressure is increasing." The secretary reported the latest data to Lin Yue. "If we don't deal with it quickly, it may have a greater impact on the company's reputation."

Lin Yue nodded and quickly began to work with the PR team to develop a strategy. She knew that this crisis not only affected customer relationships but also had a direct impact on the company's overall development.

"Strengthen all surveillance and block false information," she instructed calmly. "At the same time, contact the legal team and prepare to sue the media outlets that spread rumors."

After a week of hard work, Lin Yue's team finally obtained solid evidence of Gu Yao's actions and reported her unfair competition to the relevant departments.

"Ms. Lin, this evidence is enough to put her in trouble," the legal advisor said to her. "All we have to do now is wait for the results."

At the same time, Li Hao also secretly put pressure on Gu Yao. His team quickly contacted some suppliers and media controlled by her, using tough measures to stop her from taking further action.

Gu Yao's plan was thwarted once again, and her madness also made her lose more supporters.

The crisis finally subsided, but Lin Yue didn't feel relieved. She stood at the office window, looking at the night view outside, and the figure of Li Hao emerged in her mind.

"Why doesn't he give up?" she whispered to herself, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.

On the other side, Li Hao sat in his office, looking at the documents on the table, his heart full of contradictions. He knew that Lin Yue's indifference was a kind of protection, but his persistence never wavered.

"Lin Yue, no matter how difficult it is, I will wait for you." He whispered, his eyes revealing deep determination.

A few days after the storm subsided, Lin Yue finally had some time to breathe. However, her heart still couldn't calm down. In the quiet of the night, she would always think of Li Hao's persistence in her, and the moments when they kept getting closer but always felt a barrier between them.

That day, after get off work, Lin Yue chose to go to a cafe alone, hoping to relax. However, not long after she sat down, Li Hao appeared at the door. He seemed to be passing by by coincidence, and when his eyes fell on her, he was slightly startled and then walked over.

"Lin Yue." His voice was low and gentle.

Lin Yue looked up at him with a hint of coldness in her eyes: "Mr. Li, do you like it here too?"

Li Hao smiled lightly and sat across from her: "I guess so. I didn't expect to see you here."

The air was briefly quiet. Lin Yue lowered her head to stir the liquid in the coffee cup, but Li Hao stared at her intently, as if he was thinking about something.

"Lin Yue, can you tell me why you must reject me?" He finally spoke, with a hint of fatigue and helplessness in his tone.

Lin Yue raised her head and looked at him, her eyes showing no fluctuations: "Because it's impossible for us to be together anymore."

"But I never gave up." Li Hao said firmly, "I know you don't need to rely on anyone, but I never wanted to be a burden to you. I just want you to know that no matter what happens, I am willing to stand by you."

Lin Yue's hand paused slightly, then she put down the spoon. Her voice was cold and calm: "Li Hao, your persistence is just a burden to me. I appreciate your past efforts, but I don't want to, nor do I need to, start over."

Li Hao was silent for a moment, a trace of pain in his eyes. He sighed and whispered, "Lin Yue, I understand. But no matter how you see me, I still hope you can live a good life. If one day you change your mind, I will always be here."

He stood up, turned around and left, his back looking lonely and helpless.

Lin Yue looked at his back, and deep down she felt an indescribable emotion. Her mind told her that such a rejection was the best option, but the faint pain in her heart made her feel unbearable.

She closed her eyes and whispered to herself, "Lin Yue, you are no longer qualified to rely on anyone."

The night outside the window is deep and quiet, but the café seems to be lingering with lingering emotional entanglements. The two people's respective worlds are once again plunged into an unresolved mystery.