My Wife Is a Superstar novel Chapter 210

“I understand that not everyone can be Chen’s assistant. I was actually looking to be your assistant’s intern instead, so that I can learn the ropes from him,” Ouyang Qing replied with a twinkle in her eyes.

Nan Chen did not reply.

His silence was not an acquiescence to her request, but a rejection.

Nan Chen’s assistant was hand-picked from a large pool of elites. He was considered among the senior leadership of the company, and definitely the crème de la crème.

Both IQ and EQ were necessary to qualify for the position. Nan Chen’s assistant must be able to read his mind just by looking at him.

Jiang Zhe had only managed to rise to the post after many years of learning and toiling. Needless to say, a fresh graduate like Ouyang Qing was definitely not equipped to be Nan Chen’s assistant, not even as an intern.

“Chen, am I putting you in a difficult spot?” Ouyang Qing asked while looking at the man with her innocent eyes.

“You’re indeed not good enough for the role, I can’t practice favoritism,” Nan Chen replied.

The man wasn’t being political – he really meant his words.

Apart from his outstanding capabilities, the reason Nan Chen could be at the helm of the Nanshi Corporation at such a young age was because of his impartiality.

He had always promoted his employees based on meritocracy and ensured that the right people were placed in the right positions. That was one of his core guiding principles in managing the organization.

The most capable would be placed at the top. Other factors, such as familial ties, would not be an element of consideration. That was the culture of the Nanshi Corporation.

Even Nan Chen’s one and only brother, Nan Xing, was only the corporation’s Senior Vice President. He did not get to enjoy special privileges just because he was Nan Chen’s brother.

When he performed badly at work, he still had to be deployed to Africa as a punishment.

Even though Ouyang Qing was sweet-looking and likable, Nan Chen would not make any exceptions to the company rules just for her.

An obvious glint of disappointment flashed across the young lady’s eyes.

Her true intention was not really to learn the ropes of an assistant, but to take advantage of the proximity to get closer to Nan Chen.

“I understand, Chen. Don’t worry about it. I wasn’t really serious about it anyway,” Ouyang Qing beamed at Nan Chen as she said that.

“I’m glad to know that,” Nan Chen replied.

Actually, Ouyang Qing still had plenty of options to choose from, provided it wasn’t related to the CEO’s assistant. However, she was not keen on the other positions, as her only objective to intern at the Nanshi Corporation was to bond with Nan Chen.

It would defeat her purpose if she were to intern in any other departments.

After a brief silence, Ouyang Qing tentatively asked, “Chen, are you really not eating? Not even a bit?”

“Nope, I’m good.”

“Let’s talk about your girlfriend then. I remember there’s someone you’re dating.”

“That’s already in the past,” Nan Chen replied simply.

“Did you break up?” Ouyang Qing was very interested in the topic of Nan Chen’s romantic affairs.

“Yeah.” Nan Chen did not want to engage in this topic.

Luo Fei had disappeared in a jungle in M nation, and no one knew if she was dead or alive. As such, Nan Chen did not see a point in talking about her.

“What was the reason for your break up? Did you not love her anymore?”

Nan Chen did not reply. He had never loved the woman before, not even a single bit.

“Or did you fall in love with someone else? I’m really interested to know the type of women you are attracted to.”

Ouyang Qing was starting to lead the conversation to Nan Chen’s private life.

It was clear that the man was disinterested in the conversation, as he had not uttered a single word.

Sensing Nan Chen’s indifference, Ouyang Qing began to feel awkward.

Nan Chen glanced at his watch.

It was easy for Ouyang Qing to infer what that action meant—it’s getting late, we should get going.

“Let’s go then. Chen, I’m so happy that you took me out for dinner today, I enjoyed the food so much. I was planning to have a drink with you as well, but I guess we’ll have to wait for another day to do that. Thanks for the treat, Chen. It’s on me next time.”

Since she had not managed to achieve her aim today, she had to set up another date with him in order for her to continue trying.