Actually, There’s Someone at Your Workplace Who Likes You ~ I’m Being Transferred to a Sales Office Filled With Only Beautiful Women!? - Chapter 50: Thank You, Jinguji-san

“It is a shameful act to invite someone to a meal using work as an excuse. I sincerely apologize.”

President Kagaya looked directly into the director’s eyes and bowed deeply once again.

So the executive’s actions had definitely reached the president…

What’s more… Rin-san must have conveyed this to President Kagaya just this morning at the earliest. To think that he had already conducted hearings with the executive director and Manager Suzuki…

As expected from the president. His actions were incredibly swift.

Jinguji-shochou, sitting next to me, also looked shocked.

“I will make sure to address the matter properly within the company moving forward, so please forgive us.”

“I understand. We have no intention of escalating the matter, so we leave it to you, President Kagaya. On the contrary, we are truly grateful for your thoughtfulness.”

This time, Jinguji-shochou bowed deeply. I followed suit and lowered my head as well. I truly appreciated President Kagaya.

“Jinguji-san, thank you. Hearing you say that brings me relief. I will personally take responsibility and ensure that our executive director does not cause any further trouble to your company or to you, Jinguji-san.”

I didn’t know whether the executive would face disciplinary action or if the consequences would be light, but that was a matter for Kagaya Manufacturing. President Kagaya’s sincere apology and attitude seemed trustworthy, hence it would be best to leave the rest to him.

What mattered more than how the executive was dealt with was ensuring that Jinguji-shochou didn’t become a target of resentment from the executive.

“Yes, thank you very much.”

Jinguji-shochou, perhaps feeling the same, smiled gently with a calm expression.

“By the way, Jinguji-san.”

“Yes?”

“I would like to ask if you can introduce some good personnel for our new project?”

“Ah, yes! Of course!”

From the way he spoke, it seemed like President Kagaya was indeed asking for our help in introducing people. I felt relieved at that.

–Just as I was feeling reassured, the president turned to face Jinguji-shochou with a serious expression and continued speaking.

“However, there is one thing I must say.”

What this it be?

“What is it?”

“While I sincerely apologize for the incident with the executive director, that does not mean we can hire personnel from your company who do not meet our standards.”

“Yes, of course.”

“This new project is extremely important to our company. Therefore, I cannot hire anyone who does not meet our standards simply as a gesture of apology for the incident. Do you understand, Jinguji-san?”

“Yes, I understand. I believe that is only natural. I certainly do not expect you to prioritize our company and hire anyone who does not meet your criteria.”

As Jinguji-shochou said, asking for such an unreasonable favor would essentially make us no different from the executive’s actions.

“I see. Thank you, Jinguji-san. You are a serious and good person. From now on, I will personally handle all aspects of the personnel search for this project, so I’m counting on you to provide good recommendations.”

“Ah, thank you!”

Jinguji-shochou beamed, her face lighting up with a broad smile. Her usual sharp, cat-like eyes softened, and she looked genuinely happy.

I smiled back, and she gave me a small nod of approval.

“Also… Hirabayashi-kun.”

“Ah, yes!”

Whoa. I was shocked to hear my name suddenly come out of President Kagaya’s mouth! Anyone would be scared if they heard their name uttered by that deep, dignified voice.

“You’re quite a capable man, aren’t you?”

──Huh? What…?

I honestly had no idea why he was saying that.

I mean, I hadn’t really done anything for Kagaya Manufacturing yet.

“I heard from Secretary Hikawa. Not only are you her sister’s friend, but she also said you’re someone truly trustworthy.”

“R-really? That’s… I’m grateful.”

“Not many people can earn such praise from the usually calm and strict Hikawa. Hahaha.”

Rin-san praised me…?

I wonder why?

I hadn’t really done anything impressive.

“Anyway, it looks like both you and Jinguji-san are trustworthy people. I look forward to working with you from now on.”

“Ah, yes. Thank you very much.”

──Thank goodness.

I was really relieved.

Before coming here, Jinguji-shochou and I had discussed how we should promote our company’s strengths, but in the end, we didn’t have to do any sales talk or self-promotion at all. Yet, President Kagaya had decided to ask us for help in introducing personnel.

This was all thanks to Rin-san.

──Oh, and also, it was because of President Kagaya’s wonderful character.

He was nothing like that flashy executive director. Ha ha ha.

Alright. When we get back to the office, I’d start picking out the candidates to introduce.

…Oh, wait.

I should have picked the candidates and brought their documents with me first…

──Just as I was regretting that, Jinguji-shochou pulled out a large envelope from her business bag.

“President Kagaya, here are the profiles of five candidates I’d like to introduce to your company. Would you like to take a look?”

“Oh! This is helpful. Please, show me.”

──Huh?

She actually… came prepared?

In that chaotic situation after receiving the sudden call from Rin-san?

As expected of Jinguji-shochou!!

A competent woman was on a whole other level!

…Which just proved how much of an incompetent man I was.

Damn it, I needed to reflect on this.

“Yeah, these are some great candidates. You really understood the kind of personnel we’re looking for, Jinguji-san.”

“Yes. Thank you.”

President Kagatani reviewed the profiles of the five candidates and said that all of them passed the initial document screening. He would arrange interviews with each of them.

“I’ll have Secretary Hikawa contact you later to schedule the interviews. Please coordinate the schedule accordingly.”

“Yes, President Kagaya. Understood.”

Jinguji-shochou smiled brightly, her expression cheerful.

President Kagaya also returned a satisfied smile.

──Honestly, Jinguji-shochou was so cool.

I truly thought so.