Jiang Chen looked at the sky outside the window. It was getting late. Jiang Chen glanced at the clock at the door. It was exactly 12 o 'clock.
But at that moment, Jiang Chen suddenly noticed something strange at the door.
There were only three pairs of women's shoes, and one pair was taken off by him. That's not right. In Jiang Chen's memory, Xia Shiyu had a boyfriend.
"Keeping me here so late, won't your boyfriend be jealous?" Jiang Chen asked nonchalantly, but he noticed the gloomy expression on Xia Shiyu's face.
In an instant, Jiang Chen had a rough idea of what was going on.
Xia Shiyu was a smart woman. She definitely wouldn't borrow money from someone with a questionable background. Then there was only one possibility. After Xia Shiyu lost her job, the man abandoned her. The debt was probably borrowed from the criminals under Xia Shiyu's name.
This also explained why she was living in such a run-down apartment without anyone to rely on.
"Your man is not a good person." Jiang Chen couldn't help but say something for her.
"He is not my man," Xia Shiyu replied emotionlessly, her tone indescribably cold.
"… Why don't you go back home?" The indifference on Xia Shiyu's face surprised Jiang Chen. In order to change the potentially awkward topic, Jiang Chen asked nonchalantly.
"I don't want to bring trouble home." The determination on Xia Shiyu's face moved Jiang Chen.
It seemed that this strong woman, who had once been his superior, did indeed have her strengths. Jiang Chen once imagined that a senior in the company was attracted to her beauty, but he was the one who was evil. To be able to open a chain store all over the country, the manager of the company would not be someone who relied on the lower half of his body to think.
"… To be honest, I do admire you." Jiang Chen looked into Xia Shiyu's eyes and exclaimed.
"Is that so?" The bitter tone was filled with self-mockery.
For some reason, the moment Xia Shiyu opened her mouth, Jiang Chen saw a hint of sadness in her eyes. No, perhaps it was not sadness. More accurately, it should be exhaustion.
As a woman, after experiencing such a huge gap, she still didn't give up on herself and carried everything on her shoulders with determination …
"…" Jiang Chen didn't know what to say to comfort her. He wasn't a man who knew how to comfort a woman, or else he wouldn't have been single for more than twenty years.
Silence descended again.
"Do you want to hear my story?" Xia Shiyu's red lips slightly opened.
Jiang Chen nodded.
Xia Shiyu told him everything that happened after she fired Jiang Chen. From the poor management of the store, the company headquarters increasingly doubted her management ability, to the many anonymous complaints, to the dismissal notice in her hand, to the complicated feelings of leaving the place where she had worked for a year. She lost her job, was betrayed by her boyfriend, was threatened by the triads, and had nowhere else to go … In the end, she had no choice but to leave her rented apartment and move here to work at a flower shop nearby.
What made her feel even sadder and more hopeless was that she couldn't pour out her sorrow when she heard the proud voice of her loved ones on the phone. He could only smile and say something against his will, "Very good, everything is going well at work. Dad, Mom, don't worry too much …" After all, her parents were old.
Jiang Chen experienced this sadness when he lost his job.
It wasn't to gain sympathy, it was just because she was too tired. She needed someone to talk to, and this person only appeared in front of her now.
"You are very strong. If there's anything I can do to help, you can call me."
"Thank you, but I don't need sympathy." Xia Shiyu smiled and wiped the tears from her eyes.
[Smile?]
[Me?]
Jiang Chen was stunned.
"Is there something on my face?" Xia Shiyu was embarrassed by Jiang Chen's direct stare. She touched her face, but there didn't seem to be anything dirty.
"No. It's just that this is the first time I saw you smile." Jiang Chen nodded blankly. He knew that if he looked in the mirror, his expression would be stupid.
Xia Shiyu couldn't help but laugh out loud. However, she was immediately stunned. She was surprised to find that she was actually smiling, and she was smiling so happily.
"Is it really that funny?" Jiang Chen coughed and scratched his head in embarrassment.
"You, are you … mhmm, funny?"
"…" Why the questioning tone? Jiang Chen rolled his eyes.
"My story is over. Can you tell me your story?" Xia Shiyu rubbed the corner of her eyes. The expression of melting ice was so beautiful.
Really, you have such a cute face, why do you have to put on a cold face all the time? Jiang Chen muttered in his mind.
"Me? Hehe, there's nothing to tell. I just made some money from my business. "Jiang Chen was ashamed that he didn't tell the truth and only made up an excuse.
Xia Shiyu's mouth curved up as she looked at Jiang Chen with dissatisfaction. Even she herself did not notice that this rather timid expression had actually appeared on her face.
"Oh? I don't believe you. "
"I can't help it if you don't believe me." Jiang Chen shrugged. Some secrets should never be revealed. "But I do believe that you can become an excellent manager. Are you interested? "
This was Jiang Chen's "other plan."
Open a company and let Xia Shiyu work for him.
Exchanging gold for money was not reliable. One day, people would suspect the source of his wealth. He couldn't afford to be investigated. If the country noticed him, he would have to run to the other side of the world to live.
The best way was to start a company. He even thought of a name for the company, Future Technology! He would organize the "garbage" that could be seen everywhere in the apocalypse and introduce epoch-making technology.
IPhone, Microsoft, Samsung … they were all f * cking weak. Could there be technology 200 years later in the past? [Hmm? Even the screen is a holographic computer. Can you make it?] [Hmm?]
If the high-end technology that only existed in sci-fi was introduced, the consumers of the world would go crazy!
That was not all. This was only in the electronic field.
Blizzard, EA, Sega … they would all f * cking suck up to them. Virtual reality technology would be the next step. Playing online games with a helmet would no longer be a dream. Once the mature virtual reality technology was introduced, who would want to hold a mouse or controller to play games?
Then home appliances, cars … even military, even space!
Ahem, this is a bit off topic. Rice must be eaten one bite at a time.
There was no special reason why he chose Xia Shiyu. It was purely because Jiang Chen couldn't find anyone else, and he trusted Xia Shiyu's ability. Although Xia Shiyu offended him in the past, after so many things, Jiang Chen realized that he was not as vengeful as he thought. Perhaps it had something to do with her not being a bad person. Or perhaps, it was only because of the similar experience that he had developed a feeling of empathy for her.
So when he saw Xia Shiyu's miserable state, he still decided to help her and had the idea of recruiting her.
"Interested?" Xia Shiyu didn't understand what Jiang Chen meant.
"You have to work at the flower shop for a few years to pay me back. Also, you are unemployed now. Isn't this a job for you?" Jiang Chen shrugged.
"You opened a company?" Xia Shiyu looked at Jiang Chen suspiciously.
"Didn't I say I am a business person? Look, you don't believe me. "Jiang Chen shrugged with a helpless expression.
"Oh? Then wouldn't I have to work for you? "Xia Shiyu looked at Jiang Chen mockingly.
"What, can't I? I'm looking forward to my former boss working hard for me. "Jiang Chen giggled, but his expression was serious.
Xia Shiyu closed her eyes and thought for a moment.
The proposal was tempting. For Xia Shiyu who lost her source of income, she couldn't find a reason to reject.
"I agree."
"Great." Jiang Chen laughed, stood up, and extended his right hand. "Thank you, Manager Xia. You have been hired by Future Technology with a monthly salary of ten thousand."
A monthly salary of ten thousand was almost the same as her previous job. Jiang Chen's generosity made her feel complicated. After not seeing him for so long, did his former subordinate grow to this level?
Holding Jiang Chen's right hand, the warm and rough feeling made her shiver for some reason.
"Such a high salary? Just to be clear, I don't accept unspoken rules. "Xia Shiyu made a joke that surprised herself.
Jiang Chen was completely dumbfounded. He was stunned by Xia Shiyu's seductiveness. The icy beauty made a dirty joke with him?
"Haha, no, no. But the company doesn't forbid seduction of the president. "When it came to dirty jokes, the serious beauty was no match for Jiang Chen. When she heard the word "seduction," Xia Shiyu's face turned red from embarrassment.
However, to her disbelief, other than anger, she felt even more … shame?
Why was that …
"Can I understand the company I'm going to be working for?" But Xia Shiyu, who was known for her ability, quickly recovered from the unnatural emotion and went straight to the point. "Future Technology, based on the name, it should be a company that specializes in the high-tech industry. Should I be responsible for the sales or research and development? If it's research and development, although I don't have experience in this area, I'm confident I can familiarize myself with the position within a month and … "
"Stop, stop, stop." Jiang Chen raised his hand and signaled Xia Shiyu to stop talking. Under her questioning gaze, he cleared his throat. "Simply put, you are the CEO. Everything is up to you."
If there was work, the secretary would do it. This was Jiang Chen's ideal boss life. He didn't have the time to manage a large group of people.
Xia Shiyu's expression instantly turned strange. She was wondering why she had never heard of Future Technology before. This company …
"Currently, this company is still in the concept stage." Jiang Chen casually stated the problem that Xia Shiyu was worried about. "Don't you feel excited? You will be China's Steve Ballmer, and I will be China's Bill Gates! "
Jiang Chen said this line with excitement. He had been holding this in for a long time. Finally, he found the opportunity to say it.
"…"
"Eh? Wait, why are you taking out your phone? "
"I'm booking a bed for you." The look in her eyes already indicated what kind of hospital it was.
"Fu * k, you …"
Jiang Chen finally grabbed Xia Shiyu's phone and tried to convince her to listen to him.
He took a deep breath.
"If you don't join us now, you will regret it more in five years! Just like how no one thought highly of Jack Ma … Wait, wait, don't take out your phone. I'll explain. "Jiang Chen quickly comforted Xia Shiyu who was about to explode. He didn't have any literary talent and didn't know how to instigate people. He wanted to copy what the WeChat merchants in his circle of friends did, but it made him more suspicious … Let's talk nicely.
"Ahem, to put it simply, your position is the CEO. But because the company doesn't have that many businesses, you can also be the general manager. At this stage, I will pay you ten thousand a month. I don't need you to pay me back immediately. I don't care about that amount of money. Perhaps in the future, your monthly salary will be more than that amount. Don't look at me like that. I'm not joking. Let's talk about your mission. I will send you five hundred thousand to help me register the company. Then you don't have to worry about the rest. In about two months, you will be busy. "
Xia Shiyu looked at Jiang Chen speechlessly and sighed.
"Are you not afraid that I will abscond with the money?" Xia Shiyu said in a mocking tone.
"You are not that kind of person." Jiang Chen shook his head. "And spending five hundred thousand to get to know a person is not a bad deal compared to the future market value of my company."
Since she didn't have a job and still owed so much money … Xia Shiyu made up her mind and no longer hesitated. She silently nodded to express her understanding.
…
Many years later, when Xia Shiyu recalled this day, she would still exclaim. When asked by the media how she felt about almost rejecting Jiang Chen, Xia Shiyu only responded with a sentence full of emotion.
"Sometimes, the difference between being worth billions and being poor is just a thought."
…
"It's getting late. I'll go back first." It was almost one in the morning.
"Mhmm …" Xia Shiyu silently stood up and walked Jiang Chen to the door.
"Remember to send me your bank account number. I will send you your July salary in advance. The rest of the salary will be paid at the end of the month … Hurry up and find a better place to live. It is not safe for a girl to live here, especially a beauty." Jiang Chen mockingly shrugged. The phone number and QQ number had already been exchanged. The specific work contract could only be signed after the company was done. But Jiang Chen didn't care about the contract. Since he didn't trust the people he hired, he didn't trust the people he trusted. He trusted Xia Shiyu's character.
When Xia Shiyu heard Jiang Chen call her a beauty, her face turned slightly red. Although many people called her that before, it was the first time her heart raced. But Xia Shiyu obviously wouldn't show her feminine side. She calmly nodded as usual.
"Okay."
"That's it then. I have to go out in a few days. You might not be able to contact me." Jiang Chen smiled and left the shabby rental house.
"Wait …"
"Mhmm?" Jiang Chen turned his head, confused.
"… Thank you … That … That time, you were very handsome."
In Jiang Chen's astonished eyes, Xia Shiyu quickly closed the door with a loud noise.
[This girl … Did she fall for me?] Jiang Chen thought narcissistically as he rubbed his nose.
But maybe it was just a simple thank you.
Jiang Chen didn't think too much about it as he walked downstairs.
…
Leaning against the door, Xia Shiyu slowly slid to the ground while panting. The cold tiles pressed against her cool thighs, cooling down her chaotic emotions a little.
[What … just happened?] [Why did I say something so embarrassing …]
Xia Shiyu covered her face to hide the burning sensation on her hand. Her lips trembled slightly.
[So embarrassing … I want to die … Ahhh!]
With a "humiliated" expression, Xia Shiyu buried her head into her arms that were hugging her knees as she let out a strange cry …
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