After finishing a late-night snack with Eric Jiang, Cici returned to the hotel.
However, this day was destined to be anything but peaceful.
As soon as she returned, she was swept into a whirlwind of people and events.
And yes, she would run into Rona Muir, who was determined to launch her own cosmetics brand.
Sure enough, before Cici even reached the hotel entrance, Rona Muir called her!
"Cici, babe, where are you? I just got off the plane!" Rona Muir's excitement over the phone was so intense it felt like she could wrestle a tiger or catch a dragon. "I'm coming back to start my own company!"
"Pfft... cough, cough..." Cici spat out her water in surprise!
Hearing Cici's reaction, Rona Muir snorted and said, "I'm serious this time! I just finished advanced studies in cosmetics abroad, and I've already made a deal with an overseas company. I'm ready to start my own business now!"
"Alright, my future CEO, I'm at the Hilton Hotel right now. Want to stay with me?" Cici said helplessly.
"Of course! Wait for me, I'll be there soon!" Rona Muir happily hung up and dashed toward the Hilton Hotel.
Cici waited for Rona Muir downstairs at the hotel. She didn't have to wait long—Rona showed up in a taxi.
Seeing Rona lugging three huge suitcases, Cici could only shake her head in disbelief.
Wherever she went, it was like a moving mountain of luggage!
And those suitcases? They were probably just a fraction of all her luggage.
Cici hurried over to help, and together they hauled Rona's suitcases into the hotel room.
Rona flopped onto the couch, out of breath. "I flew all the way from Germany! I thought I'd die from exhaustion on the way here!"
Cici tossed her a bottle of water. "Weren't you hiding from someone? Coming back like this, aren't you worried they'll find you?"
Rona rolled her eyes. "I've figured it out—no matter where I hide, he always finds me. Forget it, I'm done running. After three years, I'm tired of hiding! It's time to do something with my life! My time is too precious to waste dodging men. By the way, Cici, do you have any plans now that you're back?"
Before Cici could answer, Rona continued, "Never mind, don't make other plans yet. Help me get this company off the ground first! Tomorrow, come with me to Newport City to find a suitable office building—gotta rent a few offices, can't start a company without them!"
"Hmm, and we'll need to hire some staff... Cici, after we've sorted the office tomorrow, come with me to the job market so we can post some recruitment ads. You can help me pick out employees for now—you've got plenty of work experience anyway..." Rona said, sipping her water and planning aloud.
Alex hesitated for a moment, but still followed the order: "Yes, President Yin."
Is it really okay to have Henry Shaw secretly protect Madam Cici?
President Yin clearly knows everything, so why does he still...
Is it because Henry Shaw would never even think of hurting Madam Cici?
Maybe that's it. President Yin always sees everything clearly, but never says a word.
Henry Shaw is the same.
He is completely loyal to President Yin, and to Madam Cici as well.
Alex suddenly didn't know what to say, so he simply stayed silent.
Sean Kerr received Alex's tip-off, and sure enough, rushed to secretly help Rona Muir.
For two days straight, everything went so smoothly—whether it was finding the perfect company address or hiring at the talent market.
First, they rented a perfectly located office at an unbelievably low price. As soon as the job posting went out, tons of people applied—and the quality of applicants was outstanding.
Many of them were even seasoned professionals with years of experience in cosmetics production and sales.
Cici, who was in charge of interviews, was so shocked her eyes nearly popped out.
Their company had just started, and the salaries they offered weren't very high.
But they still attracted a huge group of experienced employees from all levels of other companies.
And if that wasn't enough, one applicant was a former mid-level manager at a global top 50 company, who wanted to switch over and work in product sales.
You have to realize, their registered capital was only a few million!
It was mind-blowing—his previous annual salary must've been several million, right?
Cici was puzzled. Was the market really so bad lately that even top talent had to settle for jobs way below their usual level?
On top of that, all the paperwork at the business bureau went through without a hitch!
It was green lights all the way!
After getting everything done, both Cici and Rona Muir felt like they were dreaming.
Wasn't this a little too smooth?
Well, smooth sailing is a good thing—who'd wish for trouble?
Cici waited and waited. After three days, she finally got the call she'd been hoping for.
"Mom, we're all fine now. We've recovered." Ethan Yin whispered to Cici over the phone, "Mom, when can you come see us?"
Cici's eyes turned red. "Mom's already in China. But I still can't see you! I can't get through the Yin Family's gates. I can only wait for Grandma Yin's birthday banquet to catch a glimpse of you from afar."
Hearing Cici's answer, Ethan Yin was silent for a moment before saying, "Mom, you have to come! Promise!"
Cici's voice was choked with emotion. "Okay, I'll definitely be there. You and Miles Gu have to take good care of yourselves, understand?"
Ethan Yin was almost crying too. "We know! Mom, you have to get your memory back and win Dad back! Don't let those bad women steal Dad away!"
Cici held back her tears and said, "Silly child, don't cause trouble. Just grow up well."
Ethan Yin kept his call short, as if afraid someone would overhear. He just said a few words before hanging up.
Before hanging up, Cici quickly gave Ethan Yin her phone number in China.
After the call ended, Cici realized she was already crying her eyes out.
Rona Muir came over with a glass of water, saw Cici sobbing, and sat beside her, handing her the glass and quietly keeping her company.
Cici wiped away her tears and said, "I'm fine now. By the way, didn't you say you heard about a family in Fairview City with a secret ancestral skincare formula? When are you going to check it out?"
"Let's go tomorrow. I'm worried if we wait, someone else will snatch it first," Rona Muir replied casually. "Are you sure you're okay?"
Cici shook her head, "What could be wrong? I just miss my kids. Tomorrow I'll go to Fairview City with you."
Rona Muir hugged Cici and gave her a big kiss. "You're the best!"