Supreme Heir Son-in-law

Chapter 1285 - 1284: The Dilemma of the PR Department

The public relations minister knew these matters were difficult to solve, so for a while, he was at a loss, fearing the president would push these issues onto their PR department. But after hearing Secretary Zhou say that, cold sweat dripped from the minister’s forehead, yet he had to pretend not to know anything.

"What’s the matter during this period? Our PR department hasn’t heard anything. Has the company made some new decisions? Our PR department definitely has to cooperate with the company, wouldn’t you agree?"

After hearing the minister’s words, not only Secretary Zhou but even the employees in the PR department felt embarrassed one by one.

Isn’t their minister too good at playing dumb? This issue has already stirred up quite a fuss, and everyone knows about it; now he’s pretending not to. Isn’t he afraid Secretary Zhou will get angry and report him directly to the president?

Secretary Zhou didn’t expect the minister would pull this tactic.

"Enough, regardless of anything, your PR department still has to solve this issue. If the minister genuinely doesn’t know, I can tell the president on behalf of the minister and get him to assign someone suitable, because the company can’t have someone who is clueless about these matters."

PR Minister: "..."

He was just playing dumb so that the issue wouldn’t land on him, but unexpectedly, it still landed on him anyway.

Secretary Zhou has been with the president for so long, and now she’s mimicking the president’s actions almost flawlessly. Thinking of this, he didn’t dare to handle it casually anymore.

He quickly pulled a chair for Secretary Zhou and beckoned someone nearby to make coffee. But Secretary Zhou placed her hand on the chair: "Alright, no need for the PR minister to go through such trouble. I have other matters to attend to and can’t stay here for tea. However, I hope the PR minister can make a decision on this matter promptly."

At this moment, the PR minister truly felt bitter in his heart. Having worked for so many years, he thought he had achieved some merits, but didn’t expect all of it to be negated by Secretary Zhou.

Moreover, his little minions were all staring at him with increasingly eager eyes. To be precise, they had set their sights on his position.

If he doesn’t handle this matter well, the president will likely dismiss him and replace him with someone else.

Watching Secretary Zhou’s departing figure, the PR minister Yang Xiao hurriedly coughed.

All those employees immediately returned to their positions, pretending not to have heard the previous conversation, but at this moment, how could Yang Xiao possibly overlook these people?

"Alright, you heard Secretary Zhou’s words earlier. Now, don’t play dumb with me. During this critical period, everyone needs to think of solutions together; playing dumb can’t solve any problems."

After Yang Xiao finished speaking, he sat down on the chair he had pulled for Secretary Zhou, with his big belly sticking out, feeling particularly challenged as he scratched his sparsely-haired head.

"Alright, everyone, think of solutions. After all, the president has already assigned the task. If you don’t do your job well, I’m afraid the president will get angry, and he won’t just deduct your salaries. Finding a job like this is incredibly difficult."

Upon hearing Yang Xiao say this, everyone lowered their heads one by one.

"You can’t expect me to solve it either. If this matter isn’t handled properly, I, the minister, will be the first in line, but you won’t be exempted either. Given that if there’s no capable person in our PR department, the whole department might as well be cleared out."

Truly deserving of being the PR minister, with a few words, he brought everyone into the fold, and these people now dared not remain uninvolved, quickly pulling their chairs over.

"Minister, should we directly issue a lawyer’s letter, like in the entertainment industry, accusing Xinran Company of speaking nonsense and pursuing legal responsibility? Even if it scares Xinran Company, they might restrain themselves."

After hearing this idea, Yang Xiao couldn’t help but roll his eyes; his company’s employees have learned everything from those celebrities.

"You must have watched too many idol dramas. If that worked, I would’ve done it long ago. What use are you if this plan won’t work? Do those fans care about lawyer’s letters like crazy?"

Yang Xiao sighed, indeed the president was right. Their PR department had been idle for too long, and everyone’s brains seemed to have rusted.

"Today, everyone sits in the office thinking of solutions for me. If you can’t come up with anything, keep thinking, and if still nothing, we’ll work overtime. We need to show the president our sincerity, and shouldn’t let everyone lose their jobs because of this. If you wish to do so, you can go home tonight."

Upon hearing Yang Xiao’s words, everyone became frightened, hurriedly shaking their heads. Having gotten this job opportunity with difficulty, how could they easily give it up?

"Minister, don’t worry. This time we will work together and definitely come up with a solution. You don’t need to worry."

At this moment, the PR department felt like the blazing July sun shining on everyone’s hearts, causing great anxiety, but they still resolutely tried to think of solutions.

As Secretary Zhou was about to leave the PR department, unexpectedly, she bumped into Zhu Ya. Zhu Ya’s work ability over this period was indeed excellent, and she had frequently received praises from the president.

Zhu Ya nodded slightly upon seeing Secretary Zhou, considering it as a greeting.

"Minister Zhu, I have a few words I’d like to say to you. Not sure if Minister Zhu is available?"

Upon hearing Secretary Zhou’s words, Zhu Ya frowned. After all, Zhu Ya is meticulous in her work, and always has a work plan, but Secretary Zhou delayed her for a few minutes, which was also in Zhu Ya’s plans.

But considering Secretary Zhou is the president’s secretary, she should give some face, so Zhu Ya extended her hand and quickly restrained the worry on her face.

"Of course, please have a seat here, Secretary Zhou."

Secretary Zhou saw that Zhu Ya indeed had matters to attend to and regretted stopping her earlier. But having already stopped her, it would be awkward not to say anything and just let her leave, so she sat down.

"Actually, it’s no big deal. The president has been thinking about promoting you during this time. Seeing you earlier, I wanted to have a few more words."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Ya wasn’t surprised at all. After all, her work ability speaks for itself, but Secretary Zhou was surprised. Is Zhu Ya’s work ability really as strong as the vice president claimed? Hence, her self-confidence.

"Really appreciate Secretary Zhou coming all the way here. Zhu Ya is very grateful to Secretary Zhou for relaying this news."

Hearing Zhu Ya’s words, Secretary Zhou couldn’t help but feel embarrassed; Zhu Ya clearly knew it already.