The next second, Si Yechen kissed Qing Yan's lips and the two embraced affectionately.
Qingmu was sipping his drink and dared not make a sound...
He wondered if he could ask for leave and go home now!
Why! Why emotionally attack him like this!
Wasn't overtime work tiring enough?
After some time, Si Yechen stopped, his eyes only on Qing Yan.
...
After finishing his endorsement shoot, the sky had gone completely dark. Li Canxi took out his phone to call Qing Yan, "Little Yan'er, have you eaten? Fifth brother will take you out to eat!"
"I've eaten." Qing Yan's gentle voice came over the phone. "Fifth brother, you just finished work?"
Hadn't eaten yet?
"Well, not really..." To avoid worrying her, Li Canxi chuckled and lied, "I've eaten already, just asking if you want a second dinner..."
"Canxi!" At this time, the manager rushed over and whispered in Li Canxi's ear, "President Si said he would privately transfer you the 10 billion."
"Oh."
"He said to wait a bit longer. He wants to save up to get married these few years. After he finishes this major life event, he will transfer it to you."
Li Canxi: ???
What did that mean??
Transfer it to him in a few years??
Was this old fox not planning to give it to him??
So he did the shoot for nothing today?
Damn!
...
Early next morning.
Not long after Qing Yan arrived at the company, she received a call from Zhang Daxin.
"Boss, have you heard of Chenguang Paradise?"
It was the large department store built by Sishi Group this year, located in the prime area of Jing City. It was 40,000 square meters huge, with top tier luxury brands occupying it. It could be said to exude extravagance.
Ordinary working class people probably didn't even have the courage to step foot in it, because even a small item inside, like a drinking cup, cost at least a few thousand!
Qing Yan's tone was indifferent. "Heard of it, what's up?"
"Young Master Si had Chenguang Paradise empty out 20 premium storefronts in a row, and officially invited QY to move in, with free lifetime rental. Our team set up the venue today, moving over clothes and jewelry. It's the 99th national branch! I'm not sure if you're free, but do you want to come take a look?"
"When did this happen?" Qing Yan was completely unaware.
"Half a month ago. Young Master Si wanted to surprise you and didn't let me mention it."
"You listen to him quite well?"
"Heh, one is my current boss, one is my future boss. Can I not listen to him?"
"..." Qing Yan stood up. "I'll go take a look."
Half an hour later, she arrived at Chenguang Paradise. Looking at the majestic row of large QY flagship stores before her eyes, she couldn't help but take out her phone and call Si Yechen.
Si Yechen was in a meeting. Seeing his phone light up with a call, he gestured for the Finance Manager giving a report to pause.
The whole room fell silent.
Si Yechen slid to answer, his tone turning gentle. "Yan'er, looking for me?"
The 49 executives at the conference table were all stunned. Was President Si dating? Had a girlfriend? And called her Yan'er...
They couldn't believe such gentle words could come from his mouth!
"Chenguang Paradise, 20 storefronts, even the rent is waived? You're quite generous." Qing Yan's voice traveled to Si Yechen's ear.
For large malls like this, one storefront rented for 30,000 to 50,000 a month usually. But the 20 storefronts Si Yechen emptied were premium locations, consecutive too. Conservative estimate, at least 1.5 million in rent per month.
"Do you like it?" Si Yechen's tone held a trace of indulgence. Supporting his fiancée's career was something he as the groom-to-be should do, right?
"Business is business, personal is personal. Rent still needs to be paid." She couldn't take such a big favor for no reason, it went against her conscience.
"You're calculating so clearly with me? If you don't take advantage of your own, whose advantage can you take?" Si Yechen's voice was pleasing to the ear. "You should know, anything you need, all of Sishi can become your stepping stone, to assist you rising smoothly."
The crowd was stunned once more. Was President Si... sweet talking??
President Si actually knew how to sweet talk??
The "gold" content in President Si's sweet words was quite high...
Just what kind of girl could make President Si willing to hand over all of Sishi??
Her status was definitely not something ordinary young ladies could reach, right?
What an impressive girl...
"In your eyes, am I very ambitious?" Qing Yan found it funny.
"I mean, anything you want, I will have." Si Yechen was willing to give his all for her. "Need me to go over and accompany you shopping?"
"No need." Qing Yan declined directly, "I'm returning to the company soon."
"Okay."
"Thank you for the surprise, I'll accept it."
"So obedient. I'll come get you after work."
"Okay."
After ending the call under his executives' shock, Si Yechen saw their dumbfounded expressions, as if witnessing an iron tree blossom. They still hadn't regained their souls.
"Continue." His tone turned cold again.
Only then did everyone regain their thoughts...
This was Si Yechen, this was their President Si!
The gentleness earlier was too unreal...
Qing Yan walked into the QY physical store, sensing the enthusiasm and sincerity of the staff. Her own gaze softened as well.
She didn't expect the sales associates to be well trained, with warm smiles and polite service.
At this time, the store manager recognized Qing Yan's identity and hurriedly rushed over, bowing respectfully. "President Qing, you're here. I'm sorry I didn't receive notice and didn't come out to welcome you immediately..."
"I'm just looking around, no need for a fuss."
The manager kept nodding. Could President Qing be here to inspect them? Oh no, he had forgotten to tell his subordinates to be on their best behavior today. This was their grand opening in Chenguang Paradise...
"I'll just browse casually, you go about your work."
"Yes." After she walked away, the manager quickly instructed his people, "Everyone put your best face on today! A VIP is here!"
At this time, Lu Muyan was walking to QY, her arm linked with Gao Yang's. Her gaze suddenly filled with distress.
Past scenes flashed through her mind...
"You like it?" Gao Yang noticed her gaze. "Let's go in and see?"
"Brother Gao Yang, forget it..." Lu Muyan bit her lip, hiding the awkwardness in her eyes. She pretended to be gentle and tactful, saying, "This brand is too expensive. Let's go to another store."
"Uncle and Auntie are treating guests tonight to celebrate your excellent exam results. You're the star tonight, so you should dazzle brilliantly!" Gao Yang remembered she had worn a QY gown to the awards ceremony last time, along with QY jewelry and heels. She had looked quite good.
But Lu Muyan didn't dare say that after plagiarizing Ting Yun's music at the ceremony, QY felt she had desecrated their brand and blacklisted her...
"Let's go, take a look." Gao Yang pulled her hand and walked inside.
Unable to decline, Lu Muyan could only follow along.