Cat O, But Traveling Into The Normal World Chapter 2

Chapter 2 Unexpected. Are you really not trying to deliberately catch my attention?……

The crystal chandeliers in the banquet hall were dazzling, and below them, figures mingled. Gentlemen wore suits and leather shoes, and ladies were elegantly dressed, holding champagne flutes and chatting idly.

Shi Sanlin had come prepared this time, bringing Yu You along and shamelessly following his sister, Shi Shuang, to introduce him to people.

After his sister, the Ace Agent, greeted a famous producer with the current Top Tier celebrity she managed, Shi Sanlin seized the opportunity to approach and introduce Yu You.

Out of respect for Shi Shuang, the producers wouldn’t make things awkward, smiling and responding a few times, but they didn’t seem to take him very seriously.

Shi Sanlin was worried that Yu You, being young, might feel embarrassed, so he whispered to comfort him midway: “We’re just here to meet people and show our faces today. Don’t overthink it, just relax.”

Yu You’s cheeks were flushed red, and he replied obediently, “I know, thank you for your trouble, Brother Shi.”

Shi Sanlin couldn’t help but feel emotional—this obedient child, he truly had found a treasure.

Shi Shuang had business to discuss later, so Shi Sanlin took Yu You to wait nearby.

After a round of socializing, Shi Sanlin was hungry and went to the food bar, happily indulging in the ham and cheese rolls and salmon blinis.

Yu You had little appetite and stayed alone in a quiet corner, looking listless. His forced composure showed a hint of vulnerability as he reached up and lightly touched the side of his neck.

His body temperature hadn’t dropped; instead, it had risen again, as if the fever reducer had no effect. His cheeks were burning hot, and a spot on the side of his neck felt faintly swollen, causing waves of discomfort.

Just as he was hesitating, the entire banquet hall suddenly became restless.

Yu You lifted his head. The surrounding crowd was whispering and frequently looking in the same direction, especially some of the Minor Celebrities, whose expressions were excited, unable to suppress the gossip in their eyes.

All eyes were focused on the man in the center.

With sharp brows and bright eyes, his profile was stern, his thin, pale red lips tightly pressed. His aura was low and oppressive, making him seem formidable.

He was wearing a casual satin shirt, which had been splashed with half a glass of champagne by a clumsy waiter. The fabric was soaked in one area, faintly revealing the outline of his firm chest muscles underneath.

Shi Sanlin dashed over, standing next to Yu You, holding a plate in one hand and a small fork in the other. His mouth was stuffed with food, making his words muffled and carrying a hint of panic: “That’s CEO Jiang!”

Jiang Xunzhou’s status was evident, and an empty space formed around him.

Standing not far away was a young waiter with a delicate face, his waist cinched tightly by the black Tailcoat.

He bowed repeatedly, his face flushed, “CEO Jiang, I am truly sorry. I will compensate you for your shirt. I am a university student here for a Work-Study Program, and I haven’t been here long, so I’m clumsy…”

His eyes were glistening with water, conveying a pitiful look that tugged at the heartstrings.

A friend standing next to Jiang Xunzhou, who enjoyed watching drama, chimed in, “Oh dear, that’s so sad! CEO Jiang, you have a vast fortune, surely you won’t hold it against a student?”

The waiter shyly and timidly responded, “No, no, I must pay for it. Although I am poor, I have my dignity. Even if I have to work three jobs a day, I will pay CEO Jiang back…”

Most of the big shots at the Banquet today could see the underlying scheme, suppressing their laughter and adopting an attitude of watching a good show.

Shi Sanlin shook his head and sighed, “Why is this kid so desperate? Why choose this method? Isn’t he just asking for trouble?”

Sure enough, Jiang Xunzhou looked the waiter up and down, his thin lips curving slightly, his tone casual, “Is that so? It’s good to have such determination.”

He glanced at the Assistant beside him.

The Assistant understood and stepped forward, adjusting his silver-rimmed glasses, “Hello, I am CEO Jiang’s Assistant. We can discuss the rest. This shirt worn by CEO Jiang is the latest runway model, priced at sixty-eight thousand, with a complete invoice.”

As the waiter stared blankly, the Assistant politely extended his hand.

He smiled, “Let’s go to the side to discuss the compensation issue specifically. Don’t worry, our CEO Jiang encounters this kind of thing often and has extensive experience and a fixed procedure for handling it. I have prepared several Installment Payment plans for you to choose from…”

The host of the Banquet approached Jiang Xunzhou, apologizing profusely with a face full of smiles, saying his supervision was inadequate, and arranged for someone to escort him to the Restroom upstairs.

To go upstairs, they had to pass by the food bar. Shi Sanlin realized belatedly that he should quickly pull Yu You away, but when he turned around, he saw that Yu You’s face was abnormally red. He exclaimed in surprise, “Xiao Yu, are you alright?”

Yu You swayed slightly, feeling dizzy in waves. He whispered, “Brother Shi, I don’t feel well.”

Shi Sanlin was anxious, “Can you still hold on? There’s only one director left, and we mainly came here for him.”

Yu You also knew Shi Sanlin had pulled many strings for this Banquet. Even though he felt unsteady, he nodded in agreement, “…I can.”

The staff arranged by the host led Jiang Xunzhou toward the stairs, passing right by them.

Jiang Xunzhou suddenly stopped and slightly raised an eyebrow, “Shi Sanlin?”

Shi Sanlin only then noticed Jiang Xunzhou. It was too late to hide, so he braced himself and spoke, “Hello, CEO Jiang.”

Jiang Xunzhou looked thoughtfully at Yu You behind him, “Is this your new artist?”

Shi Sanlin nervously introduced him, “Yes, CEO Jiang, this is my new artist, named Yu You.”

“What tricks is the artist you brought this time planning to pull?” Jiang Xunzhou scoffed lightly, “Just don’t try to block my car like last time; you gave me a fright.”

“CEO Jiang is joking. The previous times were accidents, accidents. Our Xiao Yu is an honest child and wouldn’t do such a thing.” Shi Sanlin looked back at Yu You, “Xiao Yu, quickly come and greet CEO Jiang.”

He could hide when the person wasn’t looking, but now that they were face-to-face, there was no reason not to greet the boss.

The banquet hall was already playing music, and many people were talking, making Yu You’s head buzz. He barely managed to hear what Shi Sanlin was saying. Feeling lightheaded, he took two steps toward Jiang Xunzhou.

“Hello, CEO Jiang, I am Yu…”

Before he could finish speaking, Yu You’s vision went black, and he lost consciousness, falling straight into Jiang Xunzhou’s arms.

Jiang Xunzhou had encountered countless similar incidents and instinctively wanted to step aside, but his nose twitched, catching a faint scent of Iris Flower.

Unlike the cloyingly sweet perfume that usually irritated him the most, this Iris Flower Pheromone was like a gentle snow mist, clear and refreshing, making one feel momentarily lost in thought.

His gaze dropped, resting on Yu You’s face.

The dark, long eyelashes fluttered like butterfly wings, his cheeks flushed with a beautiful rosy hue. With red lips and white teeth, he possessed an absolute beauty that transcended gender boundaries and was utterly captivating.

His face was small, and he looked very young.

Is he even an adult?

Jiang Xunzhou couldn’t help but wonder.

In that moment of hesitation, the young man thumped into his arms, threatening to slide down.

Jiang Xunzhou instinctively reached out his arms to catch him, holding him in a full embrace, his long fingers clasping Yu You’s waist.

Shi Sanlin beside him let out a terrified howl, like a pig being slaughtered for the New Year, his face etched with the despair of being fired and kicked out of the company. With lightning speed, he yanked Yu You back.

Jiang Xunzhou hadn’t even reacted before his arms were empty, only a faint trace of the Iris Flower scent lingering in his nostrils, reminding him that it wasn’t a dream.

“CEO Jiang, I’m sorry! This child is unwell today, he has a fever, and I forced him to come out to socialize! That was an accident!—”

Shi Sanlin apologized repeatedly.

Yu You, pulled back and forth, regained a little consciousness. His voice was slightly hoarse as he apologized along with Shi Sanlin, “…Sorry, CEO Jiang.”

“Fine, another accident.”

Jiang Xunzhou glanced at the lapel of Yu You’s formal wear, adjusted his posture, and nodded, his tone slow and deliberate, “Then spraying such strong perfume, and specifically choosing this Enamel Brooch, is also just a coincidence, not an attempt to deliberately catch my attention, right?”

A huge accusation dropped from the sky, causing Yu You’s cat-like eyes to widen slightly in confusion.

Who sprayed perfume?

The original owner had donated all his savings to the Welfare Institute. After transmigrating, he had to borrow some pocket money from his agent. All his current belongings combined couldn’t buy a bottle of perfume.

Yu You looked down at the Iris Flower Enamel Brooch pinned to his lapel, feeling even more bewildered.

How did this brooch offend Jiang Xunzhou?

He chose this brooch purely because his Pheromone was the scent of Iris Flower.

Jiang Xunzhou’s thin lips parted, his attitude dismissive, and his words were blunt, “Kid, since you’ve joined Star Sky Entertainment, read the employee handbook a few times. Focus on your proper work, and stop thinking about taking these crooked paths.”

Yu You was utterly confused.

Jiang Xunzhou didn’t say anything more and stepped onto the spiral staircase.

Yu You was extremely dizzy and asked Shi Sanlin blankly, “Brother Shi, what did CEO Jiang just mean?”

Shi Sanlin looked regretful, “I forgot. CEO Jiang hates Iris Flower the most. When our company orders flowers for events, we always have to tell the florist not to include irises.”

“I can’t even wear a brooch?” Yu You was a little annoyed, “Just because he doesn’t like it, Iris Flowers aren’t allowed to appear anywhere he can see?”

Shi Sanlin looked left and right, then chuckled, lowering his voice, “No choice, this is CEO Jiang.”

Yu You glared at Jiang Xunzhou’s retreating figure, feeling indignant.

What kind of person is this?

Autocratic.

Egomaniac.

Anyone who passes by him is assumed to harbor ill intentions and schemes against him.

The information said Jiang Xunzhou was twenty-four or twenty-five, only three, four, five, or six years older than him, yet he dared to call him “kid”?

And why does he hate irises!

Yu You angrily stared at Jiang Xunzhou’s departing back. His ears buzzed like a swarm of bees, and his body swayed, nearly losing his footing again.

Shi Sanlin supported him, worried, “Are you that uncomfortable? I’ll take you to the hospital.”

A fine sweat beaded on Yu You’s forehead. He tried hard to stay conscious, “Brother Shi, you said there was still a director…”

Shi Sanlin quickly said, “It’s fine. We can find another opportunity to visit him later. The campus drama he’s about to start filming has investment from Star Sky, so it won’t be a problem to slip you into a small role.”

Yu You didn’t insist anymore and nodded, “Okay.”

He was also secretly worried, wondering if this was just a common fever, or what he truly feared… a Heat Period.