PFC Chapter 142 Li Shiqing's Dual Identity
Chapter 142 Li Shiqing's Dual Identity
As evening fell, the city's hustle and bustle surged like waves. Li Shiqing, slightly tired yet full of excitement, slowly pushed open the door to her home. The moment she stepped inside, a familiar and warm atmosphere enveloped her, and the soft glow of the lamplight washed over her, dispelling the day's fatigue.
"Mom, I'm home!" Li Shiqing called out as she changed her shoes.
As soon as she finished speaking, Li Yuan strode out of the kitchen, still holding a spatula in her hand, her face beaming with a doting smile: "Honey, it's your first day at work, you must be exhausted, right? Come on, sit on the sofa and rest for a while, Mom will get you some rice."
Li Shiqing sat obediently on the sofa, her eyes following her mother's busy figure as she moved between the kitchen and the dining room. A moment later, Li Yuan came out carrying a table laden with a sumptuous feast: braised pork ribs, sweet and sour carp, stir-fried seasonal vegetables… every dish was one of Li Shiqing's favorites.
"Sweetie, try it and see if it suits your taste." Li Yuan looked at her daughter expectantly and handed her a pair of chopsticks.
Li Shiqing picked up a piece of pork rib and put it in her mouth. The tender and juicy taste instantly blossomed on her taste buds. She squinted her eyes in satisfaction: "Mmm, it's so delicious. Mom's cooking is still the best."
Li Yuan smiled and sat down next to Li Shiqing, gently patting her hand: "How was your day at the company? Are your colleagues easy to get along with? Is work going smoothly?" A series of caring questions warmed Li Shiqing's heart like the warm sun in spring.
Li Shiqing put down her chopsticks, a happy smile on her face, and began to enthusiastically recount her first day at work: "Mom, today was so interesting! My colleagues were all very welcoming, and the company even assigned me a mentor, Sister Zhang, who is a really nice person and took great care of me. She showed me around the entire office area and introduced me to many other colleagues."
"Oh? So which colleagues do you know?" Li Yuan asked with great interest.
"Let me think..." Li Shiqing tilted her head, trying hard to recall, "There was a colleague named Xiao Wang who was very creative. We discussed advertising ideas for the company's new products together. There was also the head of the planning team who shared a lot of experience about project planning with me. I felt I learned a lot."
As Li Yuan listened, she nodded, a relieved smile on her face: "It seems everyone likes you, that's good. How about the work? Is it difficult to get started?"
"The job is a bit complicated at first, but thankfully Sister Zhang is very patient and explained it to me step by step. Today we discussed the marketing plan for the company's newly launched skincare products, and I also shared some of my own ideas. I didn't expect everyone to agree with them." Li Shiqing's eyes sparkled with excitement and pride at starting her career.
"Really? My darling daughter is amazing!" Li Yuan couldn't help but praise. "Tell Mom, what ideas did you come up with?"
Li Shiqing enthusiastically described her insights on advertising creativity and promotion channels, while Li Yuan listened attentively, occasionally asking questions and offering suggestions. The mother and daughter engaged in a lively discussion, exchanging ideas back and forth.
"Mom, do you know what? The manager gave us a task today, and we have to come up with an advertising creative plan that will satisfy all parties by tomorrow. Although the time is a bit tight, I think it's very challenging." Li Shiqing frowned slightly, but her eyes revealed a firm determination.
Li Yuan gently patted Li Shiqing's shoulder and encouraged her, "Baby, don't worry, Mom believes you can do it. If you encounter difficulties, discuss them with your colleagues and work together to find solutions. We'll definitely be able to complete the task successfully."
“Yes, I will, Mom.” Li Shiqing nodded vigorously. “Actually, I was very motivated at the company today. I felt like I could finally really show my talents. And I’m really lucky to be able to work with such a group of excellent colleagues.”
Li Yuan smiled at her daughter, her eyes full of love and pride: "Yes, work is not just about making money, but also about realizing your own value. Seeing how much you love this job makes me truly happy."
Li Shiqing took a bite of her food, then suddenly remembered something, and her expression turned serious: "Mom, there's something I want to talk to you about. As you know, I work at your subsidiary, but I don't want my colleagues to know my background. I hope to develop my career step by step through my own efforts, and I don't want to be treated specially because of you."
Li Yuan paused for a moment, then nodded seriously: "Honey, you're right. Mom supports you and won't reveal your identity. In the workplace, you're just an ordinary employee; you have to earn your colleagues' recognition and respect through your own abilities."
"Thank you, Mom. I knew you would understand me." Li Shiqing felt relieved, and a bright smile returned to her face.
"But, honey, if you encounter any difficulties at work that you can't solve, be sure to tell Mom. Don't try to bear it all alone," Li Yuan said with concern.
"I know, Mom. I'll take good care of myself. Besides, Sister Zhang and other colleagues at the company will help me, so I'll be fine," Li Shiqing said sweetly.
"By the way, Mom, how was your day at work? Were you busy?" Li Shiqing asked with concern.
"As usual, there are some trivial things to take care of. But seeing how smoothly your work went today, Mom feels it's all worth it." Li Yuan looked at her daughter with loving eyes, her gaze full of tenderness.
"Mom, don't work too hard, you need to rest," Li Shiqing said sensibly.
"Okay, Mom knows. You need to take care of yourself at the company, don't just focus on work and wear yourself out." Li Yuan started nagging again.
"I know, Mom. Don't worry about me," Li Shiqing said with a smile. "By the way, Mom, do you think our company's new skincare product will be a big seller?"
"Hmm... based on the current market research and your promotional plan, it still has great potential. However, the market is unpredictable, and no one can guarantee success. The key is to ensure product quality and service, and meet consumer needs," Li Yuan analyzed earnestly.
"I'm confident that our company's product quality is definitely not a problem, after all, we've always paid great attention to quality. Everyone has put a lot of effort into this promotional plan, and it will surely attract a lot of consumers' attention," Li Shiqing said confidently.
“That’s right. As long as you put your heart into it, you will definitely reap the rewards,” Li Yuan encouraged. “By the way, have you considered collaborating with celebrities or online influencers during your promotion process? Many brands are now using this method to increase product awareness and sales.”
“We’ve discussed this as well, but we haven’t decided on a specific partner yet. Sister Zhang said that we need to choose a suitable partner based on the product’s positioning and target audience to achieve the best promotional results,” Li Shiqing replied.
"Yes, that's the right approach. We must be careful when choosing partners, and make sure their image matches the brand's image, otherwise it might have the opposite effect," Li Yuan said earnestly.
"I understand, Mom. Once we've finalized our partnership, we'll definitely investigate them thoroughly," Li Shiqing said earnestly.
The mother and daughter ate their meal while discussing work, creating a warm atmosphere throughout the room. Before they knew it, it was getting late.
"Honey, it's getting late. You have to go to work tomorrow, so get some rest," Li Yuan said, glancing at the time.
"Okay, Mom. You should get some rest too." Li Shiqing stood up, cleared away the dishes, and went into the kitchen to wash them.
"Go and rest, Mom will wash the dishes," Li Yuan said quickly.
"No need, Mom. You've already worked hard enough cooking today, so let me do the dishes," Li Shiqing insisted.
"Okay, then be careful not to get your clothes wet," Li Yuan said helplessly.
"Okay, Mom. Don't worry," Li Shiqing said with a smile.
After washing the dishes, Li Shiqing returned to her room, lay on her bed, and reflected on everything that had happened that day, her heart filled with mixed emotions. This was her first day in her professional career, full of challenges and opportunities. She knew that the road ahead was long, but with her mother's support and her own hard work, she was certain she could carve out her own niche in the workplace. With this firm belief, Li Shiqing gradually drifted off to sleep, a sweet smile still lingering on her lips.