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The Fengs and Chengs are old family friends. Feng Yi and Cheng Houchen are also revolution comrades, and their friendship is self-evident. But because the current Feng generation is only two boys, Cheng Xiao has little contact with them. Especially since the Feng’s second son, Feng Jinxiao, doesn’t work in City G, so they haven’t met. However, Cheng Xiao is a top student from aviation school, and hasn’t signed any contracts. So as the new General Manager of HNA, Feng Jinting paid good attention to her, wanting her under his command.
With HNA’s strength and reputation in the industry, Cheng Xiao has no reason to refuse. Moreover, Cheng Houchen has already ordered her, so either way she has to go. Therefore when Feng Jingting called to make an appointment, Cheng Xiao agreed.
The HNA headquarters is located in Sunshine Square, inside the business center of City G. Cheng Xiao arrives 10 minutes early. When the front desk learns that she and Mr. Feng have an appointment, they politely tell her the floor, and promptly notify Feng Jinting’s secretary.
In front of the elevator, a man and woman are also in the elevator hall. When Cheng Xiao walks past, the elevator door just happens to open. Naturally, she follows behind them and gets in the elevator. However, when the woman who first got on the elevator turns around, Cheng Xiao freezes.
It’s Ms. BMW.
Refreshing short hair, light and delicate makeup, a limited edition mini dress, a pair of stiletto heels, and a slim and graceful body. She is the real deal.
Cheng Xiao recalls Xia Zhi said that Fei Yao’s new sweetheart, is a popular model favored by the media. Her name is Shang Yu. Then the one who followed her, the man dressed neutrally, should be her agent.
It’s a small world. Cheng Xiao suppresses her emotions and forces a smile.
Shang Yu also recognizes her. A second later, her smiling face turns cold.
Cheng Xiao is silent. She stares into the other party’s hostile eyes, her glare calm and undaunted.
Shang Yu stares at her.
The elevator door closes, and Mr. Agent presses for the 20th floor. Like a gentleman, he considerately asks Cheng Xiao, “What floor, Miss?”
The 20th floor, where the General Manager of HNA works.
With a calm expression, Cheng Xiao says, “Thank you.”
Shang Yu’s eyes are fixed on her.
Cheng Xiao turns a blind eye.
When the elevator pulls up to the 12th floor, Shang Yu finally speaks. “People with bad conduct becoming pilots. I don’t know if that will affect the airline’s seating rate.” Apparently, Fei Yao has already explained Cheng Xiao’s existence to her.
But Mr. Agent understands this as another meaning. He responds in his female-like voice, “That’s not what we should be worrying about. You only need to be responsible for shooting the advertisement well. As for the seating rate……”
So it was HNA that invited them to shoot an advertisement. Cheng Xiao stands quietly. It is not until the elevator stops at the 20th floor, that she slowly says, “Only people with bad conduct like to judge others in vain. But,” When she walks out of the elevator, she looks back at Shang Yu. “If you’re not a boatman, don’t mess with the bamboo pole.”
Shang Yu’s eyes are full of fury.
Cheng Xiao turns toward the right.
Mr. Agent realizes too late. “What boatmen messing with bamboo poles? Are you talking about us?”
Without consulting her agent, Shang Yu presses the elevator button.
Before the elevator door closes, Cheng Xiao hears Mr. Agent’s impatient voice. “Baby, where are you going? Vice President Zhang is still waiting for us. Baby, you can’t be capricious1impulsive.”
Is this the rumored sissy agent?
Cheng Xiao has gained insight again.
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The current General Manager of HNA, Feng Jinting, is a gentle and elegant man. As a person in a high position, he has no arrogance of a superior, but wisdom and gentleness from head to toe.
Cheng Xiao sees him and faintly smiles. “Mr. Feng.”
Feng Jinting stands up to greet her. “Little Xiao? I’ve finally waited until you graduate.”
Cheng Xiao appreciates his recognition. “It’s because I’m lucky. But Mr. Feng, you sound like a daughter in your family has grown up. I’m little not used to this generational difference.”
“You’re still so glib2Speaken or spoken in a confident way, but without careful thought or honesty.” Like an elder brother, Feng Jinting studies the graceful girl in front of him. “Every time we meet, I have to readjust my understanding of you.”
“Oh?” Cheng Xiao picks at her eyebrows.
Feng Jinting slightly frowns, and in a somewhat puzzled manner says, “Do all daughters of the Cheng family carry an arrogant aura?”
Cheng Xiao becomes serious. “It probably comes from Old Cheng’s genes. I’m also a mixed blessing.”
Feng Jinting laughs. “Come and sit.”
They have another casual chat. Then, Feng Jinting dives into the topic. “I know the grades you had at school, and if you’re willing, HNA’s doors will open for you. In four years, you will become an excellent captain.”
From a student to a fourth-level copilot, then gradually becoming a second-level copilot, it will take 2,700 flight hours. From a second-level copilot to a captain, it will require undergoing more strict training, as well as other technical and psychological assessments. Therefore, to be a qualified captain, it would take at least 4 years.
“HNA is willing to provide such a starting point, it is my honor.” Cheng Xiao expresses her thoughts clearly. “Except, I’ve just come back from abroad, and I still haven’t received my opening confirmation letter from the CAAC3Civil Aviation Administration Of China. In other words, it will take at least two more months.”
She got her commercial license abroad, and according to the procedure, it is necessary to apply for a license change at the CAAC. When the time comes, supplementary training will be conducted according to the course outline. After that, she will complete the practice test. Only after passing the test, can she obtain the CAAC certification.
Feng Jinting smirks. “I hear your intention is that, you don’t want to be bound by the contract.”
“Not being bound by the contract is equivalent to losing the corresponding guarantee.” Cheng Xiao calmly smiles. “Wait until I pass the practice test, and I will hand in my resumé following normal procedures. If I’m lucky to be hired by HNA, I will participate in the training according to the company’s process. I hope during that time, Mr. Feng won’t let me go through the “green channel”4Exempt from certain actions, and give me the same treatment as other HNA employees.”
She has enough capital to take shortcuts, but she doesn’t refuse gracefully. She is clear of what to follow in her heart, and what should be frankly accepted. As for whether she meets the requirements of HNA pilots, it is determined by her resumé and HNA’s Personnel Department.
Feng Jinting approves of her decision. “I look forward to your resumé on behalf of HNA.”
Cheng Xiao faintly smiles.
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Feng Jinting still has some things to take care of and needs to leave. He goes down the floors with Cheng Xiao.
When she leaves the elevator, Cheng Xiao passes by the front desk and says, “Thank you, goodbye.” She successfully falls a few steps behind Feng Jinting, increasing their distance. This is to make sure that nobody knows they are old acquaintances.
Feng Jinting receives a call and accepts it. Once he nods his head, HNA staff responds with warm greetings. While walking, Cheng Xiao lowers her head and sends a message on WeChat. She asks Xia Zhi, “Coffee is back, right? Let’s give him a nice reception tonight.”
Xia Zhi replies immediately. “The car is fully repaired, and you can’t even tell it has been damaged before. So I plan to hide your impulsive decision of crashing the car. You know what I mean.”
Coffee is super meticulous and loves his car to death. If his car had been admitted to the hospital, how could he not notice? Cheng Xiao makes fun of the intelligent Miss Xia. “Comparing you to Coffee’s wits, I’d bet you lose.” Cheng Xiao freezes, and has no time to react. She is splashed with a cup of warm liquid on her face.
The lobby suddenly becomes silent. Everyone who is seeing this scene is shocked. “Little Xiao?” Feng Jinting is the first person to react, but it is already too late to change anything.
In full view of the public, the mastermind Shang Yu, warns Cheng Xiao like a cheater caught in bed. “Don’t think that just because you have wings, means that you’re an angel. Chickens also know how to fly! Remember, the person who isn’t loved is always the third wheel. If you’re sensible, stop pestering Fei Yao. Otherwise, I promise it won’t just be coffee next time!”
After saying this, she pulls on her sunglasses and saunters away. Naturally, she has an
“I’m the winner” attitude plastered on her face.
And that embarrassed agent of hers, anxiously takes the cup from her hand. He then
follows after her.
Feng Jinting is a very calm and reserved person, but his anger at the moment is too much to bear. “Little Xiao!”
Cheng Xiao knows his intentions. However, under such a tight situation, she only says, “I’ll do it myself.”
The author has something to say:
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《Sky》 is a romance novel taken place in the aviation industry, but because Qingyu has
added special elements like time travel, it can be considered as an urban fantasy novel.
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Reading is just like life. If you don’t try it, you don’t know what you like, and what you
don’t like. In this process of identifying whether you like it or not, Qingyu thanks you for
giving her and 《Sky》a chance. May this story be one that you like.
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From this chapter onwards, one excellent long comment will be chosen, and given a
signed book. A total of 10 chapters, and 10 books will be given away. The signed books
are as follows: 《As Long as You Also Miss Me》8 books, 《Spending Time with You》2
books, 《Missing You Deeply》2 books.
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I won’t put the list of who dropped mines, okay? It’s such a long paragraph, I’m worried
you’ll get blurred vision. On behalf of Captain Cheng (who is too handsome to the point
she doesn’t have any friends), I thank all the people who dropped mines. To the girls
who saved this and left comments, I wish you a happy weekend!
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In order for everyone to not look at a big paragraph, I have also learned the button girl format.
Am I a good student, Button?
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