Lin Ke looked at Xi He like a mother-in-law sizing up her son-in-law-the more he looked, the more pleased he became.
Now this was a capable subordinate!
In Lin Ke's view, one kind of capable assistant did not need to be particularly good at flattery or speaking, but absolutely had to be good at getting things done.
The other kind needed high emotional intelligence and the ability to handle all sorts of problems.
As for Xi He, Lin Ke felt he had both qualities.
He was good at getting things done, had decent emotional intelligence, and knew how to speak.
He was worth cultivating.
"Your subordinate obeys." Joy filled Xi He's face.
It seemed he really did like this new assignment.
Seeing this, Lin Ke prepared to leave.
But in the next instant, the protective layer Xi He had set up abruptly shattered.
Bang, bang, bang!!
Along with the violent pounding on the door, a cold voice came from outside. "Get out here. Time to collect the silver."
Lin Ke looked at Xi He with some surprise.
Xi He frowned toward the doorway and called out, "I should have paid my lodging fees in full. Next year's payment isn't due until after the new year."
"The previous lodging fees were the previous lodging fees. There's a new landlord now!" The voice outside brimmed with impatience. "Hurry up!"
"Wait a moment." Xi He considered briefly. With Lin Ke here, he had no desire to argue with the man.
He was afraid of taking up Lin Ke's time.
"Please wait a moment, Lord Lin."
He went over to a small cabinet, picked through its contents, and took out a few taels of loose silver and some copper coins before walking to the door.
"Here, the money." Xi He opened the door and