Awakening

The next morning, Chen Xu was still yawning as he walked into the building where his company was located.

Ever since he discovered his "Throwing Precision" talent, he had been throwing things non-stop all night. He simply couldn't stop. He was too excited and didn't fall asleep until after 3:00 AM.

He almost couldn't get up in the morning, and he was yawning all the way to work.

In this state, he felt an urge to grab anything within reach and throw it.

He walked to the elevator and saw several colleagues from the company in front of him, chatting quietly, seemingly about the upcoming new department.

He was still a bit sleepy and didn't pay attention to what they were saying.

Soon, the elevator arrived. As he entered, the colleagues greeted him.

"Morning," he replied with a smile.

The elevator doors slowly closed.

Colleague A asked, "Chen Xu, have you heard? The company is setting up a new department."

Chen Xu nodded, "Yeah, I heard."

Colleague B chimed in, "Is there something special about this new department? I've seen a lot of people trying to get transferred there."

Colleague C said softly, "It's said that Director Liu proposed this new department at the annual strategy meeting and convinced the other executives to make it a key strategic project for the next year. Director Liu is personally in charge. Of course, this new department is popular."

Colleague A added, "I heard from a friend in the Personnel Department that, to show support for the new department, those who are transferred there will get a salary increase of over twenty percent."

Colleague B said enviously, "No wonder so many people want to transfer there. A twenty percent salary increase? The benefits are too good."

Colleague A sighed, "Yeah, who wouldn't want to go if they could get a raise? Unfortunately, it probably won't be our turn. Those with connections have already reserved their spots."

"That's not necessarily true."

Colleague C, who was clearly better informed, said, "I heard that Director Luo is in charge of the final selection. It's not easy to get past her. Maybe we still have a chance."

Chen Xu, who was already feeling drowsy, perked up a bit when he heard them mention Director Luo.

"She's back from her business trip?"

There was only one Director Luo in the company. The Director Luo they were talking about was naturally Luo Xiyun.

She had been away on a business trip all week. The two of them hadn't met yet.

As more and more details about the Dream Realm were recalled by him, his mood became a little subtle.

With a ding, the elevator arrived.

He collected his thoughts and followed his colleagues out of the elevator.

Chen Xu walked into the office and saw everyone gathered together, discussing the new department. The atmosphere was quite lively.

Clearly, the news about the salary increase after transferring to the new department had spread, arousing the enthusiasm of his colleagues.

He didn't join them. After putting his things down, he took out his tea leaves and went to the water dispenser to make a cup of tea. Just as he returned to his seat, the entire office suddenly fell silent.

He was a little surprised. Why did everyone suddenly stop talking? He looked up and saw everyone looking behind him.

Behind him was the corridor.

Before he could turn around, he heard the sound of high heels tapping on the ground.

An extremely familiar figure immediately appeared in his mind. He turned around and saw Luo Xiyun walking in, wearing a black trench coat. She was wearing light makeup, and her chestnut-red hair danced proudly with her steps.

"Director Luo, good morning."

The colleagues in the office greeted her enthusiastically.

She waved her hand lightly, not looking in his direction, and went straight into her office.

She had returned to being the unattainable Director Luo.

Chen Xu nonchalantly withdrew his gaze, picked up his cup, gently blew on the tea leaves floating on top, and took a sip.

The slightly astringent taste slowly spread throughout his mouth.

Seeing her in person completely shattered the last bit of fantasy in his heart.

Nothing miraculous happened; her attitude was no different than before, treating him like air.

"Let's just treat everything that happened in the Dream Realm as a dream," he thought to himself.

Deep down, he was a very pragmatic person.

He had already experienced in the Dream Realm how difficult Luo Xiyun was to pursue. Even if they were the only two people left in the world, she wouldn't have looked at him in the first place, let alone in reality.

Since he knew it was impossible, he didn't want to waste time, money, or feelings.

He let out a long breath, put down his cup, and focused his attention on work.

Now, for him, the most important thing was to make money and improve the lives of himself and his family. Everything else could wait.

"Chen Xu, come out for a moment."

Close to noon, Old Wang suddenly called Chen Xu over, "Let's go, Old He from the Personnel Department wants to see you."

Old He was the director of the Personnel Department, in his early forties, tall and thin, and wearing glasses. When he saw Chen Xu, his expression was a bit serious.

"I've seen your resume. You came to the company right after graduation, and you've been working for almost two years. Director Wang has a very high opinion of you. The company plans to move you to a new department. Now, the company plans to establish a new department and wants to transfer you there. Are you willing?"

Director He got straight to the point, talking about business.

Chen Xu also said straightforwardly, "I wonder what kind of adjustments there will be in terms of compensation in the new department?"

A trace of displeasure flashed in Director He's eyes. As someone who worked in personnel, he often discussed compensation with employees, but he didn't like the attitude of the young man in front of him. He didn't care at all about the content of the new job and immediately asked about compensation. It didn't make a good impression.

His tone became much colder, and he said, "The company has taken into account that the work tasks in the new department are relatively heavy. In principle, the salaries of employees transferred to the new department can be increased by 20% on the existing basis."

Chen Xu nodded and said, "Then I have no problem."

Director He frowned and said, "Aren't you going to ask about the work after you get to the new department?"

Chen Xu said, "I will follow the arrangements."

Director He's evaluation of him was even lower. He didn't want to talk to him any further and said, "You can go out now. Pack your things and report to the new department in the afternoon."

Chen Xu left the office. It wasn't that he didn't notice that Director He had an opinion of him, he just didn't care. After discovering the Throwing Precision talent appearing on him, his thoughts had changed.

He could get more talents and learn more skills from the Dream Realm, so he didn't necessarily have to work. When the conditions were right, he could start his own business or choose a better career.

With this in mind, he didn't want to bother anymore. Changing jobs would involve a lot of trouble. It was better to stay here for the time being. The opportunity to get a raise only strengthened his desire to stay.