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墨書 Inktalez
Lin Yu lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to get a good night's sleep.
As soon as she closed her eyes, the chaotic pile of debts at the company flooded her mind, looming over her like an insurmountable mountain that made it hard for her to breathe.
The morning sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains and fell on Lin Yu's face. She slowly woke up, feeling her eyes incredibly sore and her head heavy.
She rubbed her sleepy eyes vigorously and slapped her cheeks hard, hoping to shake off the foggy state she was in.
“Inverse Light, what am I supposed to do?”
The situation at the company was even worse than I had anticipated!”
Lin Yu's face was filled with worry, her tone laced with helplessness as she vented to the System.
At that moment, a cheerful and clear voice echoed in Lin Yu's mind: “Don’t be disheartened, host! As they say, ‘There’s always a way out!’ Don’t forget, you still have me, your super invincible golden finger!”
It was Inverse Light speaking, trying to cheer Lin Yu up.
However, Lin Yu merely sighed deeply and replied, “Besides spouting empty words here, can you actually do anything useful?”
Upon hearing this, Inverse Light felt a bit wronged and protested loudly: “Hey now, host! How can you say that about me? I’m really quite impressive!”
Lin Yu raised an eyebrow, displaying a look of disbelief as she questioned, “Oh really? Then tell me, what exactly makes you so impressive?”
Caught off guard by Lin Yu's question, Inverse Light stammered a bit, its voice losing some confidence: “I… I can definitely help analyze the current situation of the company and identify the root causes of these problems!”
Lin Yu rolled her eyes dramatically, clearly unimpressed and impatient as she retorted, “Hmph! Do I really need you to tell me that?
Even if I closed my eyes and thought about it with just my toes for a moment, I could guess that the mess we’re in is mostly due to major financial issues!”
Hearing this, Inverse Light quickly chimed in, flustered as they added, “Um… if you’re willing, I could help you exchange for some really powerful items!
For example, there’s something called ‘Fiery Eyes and Golden Pupils.’ Once you have it, you can effortlessly see who is lying! How cool is that?”
Lin Yu's previously dull eyes suddenly sparkled with excitement and anticipation as she eagerly urged, “Wow, that sounds amazing!
Hurry up and get me one of those ‘Fiery Eyes and Golden Pupils!’ I can’t wait to try out its power!”
However, Inverse Light wore a troubled expression and helplessly reminded her, “Oh dear, my good host, don’t forget that exchanging for such a powerful item requires a lot of Points!
And right now, the number of Points in your account is far from sufficient!”
Upon hearing this, Lin Yu slapped her forehead in realization and exclaimed, “Oh no! How could I forget something so important?
I’m practically a broke person right now!” Her mood instantly soured, and she slumped like a deflated balloon, muttering despondently, “What am I going to do now? Am I just going to watch the company fall into trouble without any way to help? It’s so frustrating!”
At that moment, Inverse Light’s eyes lit up as if a brilliant idea struck them. They quickly spoke up to comfort her, “Don’t lose heart, my host! Even though you don’t have enough Points to exchange for items right now, there are still other ways to think of!
I suggest starting by examining the company’s Financial Statements closely. You might discover some hidden clues!”
Lin Yu felt enlightened by these words and nodded vigorously in agreement. “You’re right! That’s a solid plan!
Without wasting any time, I’ll open my computer right away and pull up all the Financial Statements to analyze them thoroughly. Maybe I can find the key to solving the problem!”
With that, she swiftly took action, sitting at her desk and skillfully operating her computer. Soon enough, she had a thick stack of Financial Statements pulled up and was deeply engrossed in her analysis.
“Hmm? What’s going on with this payment? There’s not even a note!” Lin Yu furrowed her brows as she pointed at a solitary figure on the report, her face filled with suspicion.
Beside her, Inverse Light quickly reminded, "Host, I find this sum of money quite suspicious. It would be wise for you to investigate further."
Lin Yu nodded slightly, agreeing with Inverse Light's assessment. She was determined to delve into the mystery surrounding this payment and uncover the truth behind it. Without hesitation, she dialed the phone number of the company’s financial supervisor.
"Hello, is this the financial supervisor? I would like to inquire about a particular item on the report that has no notes attached. Could you explain what this expenditure is for?" Lin Yu asked directly.
However, the financial supervisor on the other end sounded flustered and struggled to articulate a coherent response to Lin Yu's questions, stammering and hesitating without providing any clear answers.
Moreover, Lin Yu keenly noticed the evasion and unease in his eyes, and she couldn't help but scoff internally: This guy is definitely hiding something!
But Lin Yu chose not to confront the financial supervisor directly; instead, she continued to patiently press for more information.
After some persistent questioning, she finally managed to extract some crucial clues from his tightly sealed lips.
"So that's how it is..." Lin Yu realized with a sudden understanding. "This payment was actually embezzled by a relative of Former Boss! No wonder Former Boss ran the company into such disarray!"
With this thought, a surge of anger ignited within Lin Yu. She vowed to get to the bottom of this matter and bring justice back to the company.
Without hesitation, she grabbed the vital evidence in her hand and swiftly made her way to the local police station.
Each step felt resolute and powerful, as if carrying the weight of justice and determination.
When she personally handed over the evidence to the police, a sense of relief washed over her, though it was tinged with anxiety—wondering if this would truly lead to the deserved punishment for that despicable Former Boss and his relatives.
However, as time passed, good news finally arrived: those who had broken the law were duly punished, and justice was served.
At last, Lin Yu's tightly wound nerves began to ease.
But she knew deep down that the numerous challenges facing the company had not simply vanished. The sudden rupture of the funding chain loomed like a deep crack in front of her, plunging the company's operations into an unprecedented stalemate.
Internal management was in utter chaos, with various rules and regulations rendered meaningless, leading to inefficiency in work processes.
Moreover, the morale of the employees had plummeted due to long-standing issues, leaving the entire team fragmented and disorganized.
Despite this, Lin Yu had never entertained a thought of retreat.
She understood clearly that to revive this once-glorious company, she needed to invest even more effort and dedication.
The road ahead might be fraught with thorns, but she firmly believed that with perseverance, she could overcome all obstacles.
At that moment, a familiar and warm voice echoed again: "Host, don't lose heart. I have always believed that with your ability and determination, you will surely achieve success!" The words of Inverse Light were like a spring breeze, providing Lin Yu with immense encouragement.
She nodded slightly, her gaze resolute as if she could pierce through the thick fog before her and see the dawn of victory.
"That's right, I will succeed!" Lin Yu murmured to herself as she turned her gaze toward the window.
There, a fiery red sun was slowly rising, its golden rays spreading across the land, bringing boundless vitality and hope to all living things.
Just as Lin Yu was lost in her beautiful visions for the future, a crisp knock on the door interrupted her thoughts.
"Come in," she replied softly.
The office door was gently pushed open, and a young woman dressed in a neat business outfit entered with a light step.
This woman was none other than the company's Financial Assistant Xiao Li. She had an attractive appearance and carried herself with elegance and poise, clearly a capable and astute individual.
"President Lin, here are today's Financial Statements for your review," Xiao Li said respectfully as she handed the thick stack of reports to Lin Yu.
Lin Yu accepted them with a neutral expression, casually flipping through the pages. Though she appeared indifferent, her sharp gaze missed no detail.
Suddenly, her attention was drawn to a particular figure, her eyes locking onto it as if it had captured her completely.
She furrowed her brow slightly, looked up, and pointed at the number with a questioning expression. "Wait, what is this amount?"
At her words, Xiao Li's previously calm demeanor changed instantly. Her face turned pale, and her lips trembled as she struggled to form a coherent response. "This... this is..."
"Speak up! Don't stutter!" Lin Yu's voice rose sharply, cold enough to freeze the air around them. Her piercing gaze bore down on Xiao Li, causing her to shiver involuntarily.
Under such intense pressure, Xiao Li could no longer hold herself together; her body began to tremble uncontrollably.
Taking a deep breath, she finally summoned the courage to speak. "President Lin, I'm sorry, it's my fault... I misappropriated that money without permission."
The moment those words left her lips, it was like a thunderclap in Lin Yu's ears. She widened her eyes in disbelief at this usually honest subordinate before a surge of anger ignited within her.
"How dare you do something like this behind my back! I have treated you well, yet you repay my kindness with betrayal—deceiving the company and deceiving me!" Lin Yu's chest heaved with rage, her voice hoarse from fury.
"President Lin, I realize my mistake now; I truly do! I was momentarily blinded by greed and acted foolishly!" Xiao Li fell to her knees with a thud, crying uncontrollably as tears streamed down her once-pretty face.
However, Lin Yu remained unmoved by the display.
Furiously pointing at Xiao Li, she shouted, "Momentarily blinded? Do you think saying 'I was foolish' will make this matter go away? Do you understand that your greed and selfishness could lead to immeasurable financial losses for the entire company?"
In response to Lin Yu's reprimand, Xiao Li buried her head deep in her arms like a frightened ostrich, too afraid to look up or say another word.
The office fell into a heavy silence, broken only by Lin Yu's labored breathing and Xiao Li's occasional sobs, creating an atmosphere so oppressive it was almost suffocating.
Lin Yu took a deep breath, as if trying to draw in all the air around her, then slowly exhaled.
With her eyes tightly shut and her hands clenched into fists, her nails nearly digging into her palms, she fought to contain the raging anger within her.
She knew that this was not the time to vent her emotions; the priority was to come up with a foolproof plan to remedy the damage that had already been done.
After a fierce internal struggle, Lin Yu finally forced herself to calm down. She opened her eyes and fixed a piercing gaze on the person before her—Xiao Li. With clear and powerful words, she stated, “You will return the money, and I will consider this matter as if it never happened.”
Upon hearing this, Xiao Li seemed to grasp a lifeline, nodding eagerly with a face full of fear and regret, promising to return the money immediately.
Seeing Xiao Li's sincere attitude eased Lin Yu's tension slightly, but only just a little.
Although she had successfully recovered the loss, this incident rang like a warning bell in Lin Yu's mind.
It made her acutely aware of the serious flaws in the company's current management practices; if they were not promptly rectified, similar situations would likely occur repeatedly.
Thinking of this sent a shiver of dread through Lin Yu.
“Inverse Light, it seems I have my work cut out for me,” Lin Yu murmured as she gazed into the distance.
Just then, a gentle yet firm voice echoed in her mind: “Host, please rest assured. I firmly believe you can handle these issues!” It was the encouragement and support from Inverse Light.
With Inverse Light's affirmation, Lin Yu nodded slightly, her eyes shining with unwavering determination as she replied resolutely, “Yes, I will make it happen!” With that, she turned away and cast her gaze out toward the bustling city beyond the window.
The towering skyscrapers, the ceaseless flow of vehicles and pedestrians, and the vibrant neon lights all came into view.
At that moment, Lin Yu felt a surge of strength and determination coursing through her body.
She silently vowed to do everything in her power to restore order within the company and establish a scientific, reasonable, and effective management system.
She would use her wisdom and hard work to breathe new life into this company, which had once fallen into despair, ultimately transforming it into a legendary enterprise that would stand out in the entire business realm!
Just then, Lin Yu's phone rang.
It was an unfamiliar number.
Lin Yu hesitated for a moment before answering the call.
“Hello, is this Lin Yu, President Lin?” A man's voice came from the other end of the line.
“Yes, this is she. May I ask who you are?” Lin Yu replied.
“I am President Wang. Do you remember me?” The man's voice carried a hint of menace.
Lin Yu's heart sank. President Wang? The creditor? What did he want?
“President Wang, is there something you need?” Lin Yu asked calmly.
“President Lin, it seems you have forgotten that you owe me money,” President Wang said.
Lin Yu scoffed inwardly; she had known he was calling to collect a debt!
“President Wang, we have discussed this before. I will repay you as soon as possible,” Lin Yu stated.
"How soon is 'soon'? I can't wait that long!" President Wang said impatiently.
"President Wang, how about this? I promise to pay you back next month," Lin Yu replied.
"Next month? Do you think I'm a fool? You'll definitely come up with excuses to delay again!" President Wang sneered.
"President Wang, I'm being sincere this time. I..." Lin Yu tried to explain, but was interrupted by President Wang.
"Enough talk! I'll give you three days. If I don't see the money by then, you'll face the consequences!" President Wang said before hanging up the phone.
Lin Yu held her phone tightly, her face pale with anger.
Three days? That's way too short!
Where am I supposed to get that much money now?
Am I really going to have to sell myself?
No, she absolutely wouldn't give up!
She had to find a way to resolve this crisis!
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