There was no helping it—the He Corporation was simply too wealthy.
Everything here was of the highest quality.
Even the employees' uniforms were custom-made by Boss, an international first-tier brand.
No wonder He Yining's clothes were all high-end custom pieces, no wonder he said the cost of one of his shirts alone was five hundred thousand.
Following the front desk's directions, Shen Qi looked up and spotted He Yining's CEO office right away.
It was indeed easy to find.
On the forty-eighth floor, aside from an indoor golf course and a recreation room, there was only He Yining's CEO office.
Shen Qi stood outside the door and knocked. Assistant Xiao Chun immediately came over with a smile and said, "Miss Shen is here. The CEO is inside."
Shen Qi replied with a hint of nervousness, "Thank you."
Shen Qi followed Xiao Chun inside. Looking around, even as a stylist, she had to admit that He Yining's taste was beyond reproach.
The office was simple and grand, luxurious yet not ostentatious.
It perfectly suited his status.
When Shen Qi entered, He Yining was sitting at his desk, quickly signing documents.
Several middle-level managers stood respectfully nearby.
This was Shen Qi's first time seeing He Yining at work.
His phoenix-like eyes slightly furrowed, exuding authority without anger.
Domineering and enchanting.
Shen Qi clutched her bag and obediently waited to the side.
They say people are most beautiful when focused on work, and that holds true regardless of gender.
He Yining's gaze lingered on a document, his brow furrowing deeper. He lifted his eyes unhurriedly and said in Russian, "Is this your efficiency? I entrusted the China-Russia line to you, not for you to hold the fort. If you can't achieve a 2% quarter-over-quarter growth, you can resign."
The middle-level manager stood there sweating profusely, explaining in Russian, "President He, please give me another chance. I won't let you down."
He Yining's gaze drifted past Shen Qi in the distance. His phoenix eyes flickered, and his anger inexplicably eased a bit. He tossed the document onto the table. "Take it back and redo it. Last chance."
"Yes, President He." Though the Russian was tall and imposing, he had no presence at all in front of He Yining.
He Yining quickly dealt with the other international lines, dismissed the last person, and then looked up at Shen Qi, the corner of his mouth twitching slightly. "Right on time."
Shen Qi lowered her head slightly. "I'll do your styling right away."
"No rush," He Yining said. "Today's occasion isn't that... it doesn't need to be too formal. Just pick out an outfit for me. The dressing room is inside."
Shen Qi immediately nodded in agreement.
Xiao Chun led Shen Qi into the dressing room to select clothes, while the other assistants exchanged incredulous glances.
The CEO's dressing room—aside from them, no one else was ever allowed in!
Not just the dressing room; even this CEO office was cleaned by them on rotation.
The cleaning staff didn't even have access to this floor.
But as the CEO's chief special assistants, they knew their place and the rules.
Clearly, this stylist was special to the CEO.
Shen Qi asked Xiao Chun about the midday occasion and, confirming it was just a small private gathering, quickly picked a semi-formal outfit that best complemented his skin tone.
All the clothes in He Yining's office dressing room were custom-made sets; she only needed to choose the style and color.
After Shen Qi finished selecting, Xiao Chun pointed to another rack and said, "These are your clothes. Please feel free to choose."
"Mine?" Shen Qi was taken aback.
"Yes, you are the CEO's date for today's lunch," Xiao Chun replied with a smile.
Shen Qi was stunned for a moment, watching Xiao Chun leave the dressing room, and took a while to snap out of it.
Opening the wardrobe, she saw a row of women's clothes inside.
But these weren't custom-made; they were the latest seasonal pieces from several international first-tier brands.
Shen Qi's gaze flickered, and she quickly regained her composure. Based on He Yining's outfit for the day, she picked a new Burberry season piece.
She changed quickly. As a stylist, she knew her body and features well, so it didn't take long—just a few minutes to finish her look.
A slightly messy bun, paired with Burberry's classic plaid, matching accessories and a light perfume. She used minimal makeup—just inner eyeliner, a touch of blush, and a dab of lip gloss—instantly transforming into a fresh-faced college girl.
Since the occasion wasn't very formal, more like a family gathering, Shen Qi aimed for a youthful and playful vibe.
When Shen Qi emerged from the dressing room, He Yining's gaze inadvertently swept over her and froze.
A voice inside him screamed wildly, "It's her! It must be her!"
His phoenix eyes deepened instantly.
He remembered her from back then, with the same messy bun, wearing a Burberry dress, smiling sweetly at him...
The Shen Qi before him and the her in his memory began to overlap, merging...
For the first time, He Yining couldn't control his gaze, a fiery heat burning in his eyes...
He opened his mouth, almost calling out that name...
Just then, Shen Qi suddenly spoke up, "President He, is this outfit not suitable?"
Her words hit He Yining like a bucket of cold water.
He quickly looked away.
Was he going crazy?
Thinking Shen Qi could be her?
Ridiculous!
Her name wasn't Shen Qi at all!
This was just a coincidence!
Seeing He Yining's expression suddenly turn grim, Shen Qi thought he disliked her look and quickly said, "I'll change it right away."
Before she could turn, He Yining suddenly said, "No need. This outfit is fine."
Shen Qi could only stand still, stammering, "Then... alright. President He, please have a seat. Let me do your styling."
He Yining gave her a deep look, then turned and sat in the chair.
Shen Qi opened her makeup kit and uncapped a brand-new bottle of Burberry men's cologne, which was the male counterpart to her own perfume.
When the two scents mingled, they created a completely new olfactory experience.
This was one of the reasons Shen Qi loved Burberry.
"What family do you have?" He Yining finally asked.
"An older brother, a younger sister. My father is in business, and my mother is a homemaker," Shen Qi replied flatly.
She never liked sharing too much with strangers.
A flicker of disappointment passed through He Yining's eyes.
It really wasn't her!
She didn't have a sister!
And her father had already committed suicide.
He Yining felt he must be losing his mind.
To think Shen Qi could be...
Impossible!
Just as Shen Qi was about to fix He Yining's hair, her phone suddenly rang.
"Can I take this call first?" she asked.
"Mm," came the flat, emotionless reply.
Shen Qi immediately turned and answered, "Hello? Doctor, can we hold off a bit? I don't have that much money on hand right now..."