Half an hour later, the Ferrari parked in front of a towering building, a five-star hotel that stood thirty-three floors tall with a revolving rooftop where guests could enjoy the night view of Bright Pearl City from different angles.
Su Xiaorou was clearly a regular here; as soon as she entered the hotel, many people greeted her, including both staff and guests. No matter who it was, they were all very polite to Su Xiaorou, and she, without putting on airs, responded with a smile.
Su Xiaorou led Gao Fei directly to the top floor and then into a luxuriously decorated private room, which not only was spacious but also had a separate bathroom.
"Take a seat," Su Xiaorou said casually as she took the main seat. She was used to sitting in the main seat when dining with clients; it had become a habit.
Gao Fei sat opposite Su Xiaorou and looked around, "Eating here must be very expensive, right?"
"Hehe... It's a bit expensive for the average person, but for me, it's really nothing," Su Xiaorou said with a tone of confidence, a confidence that came from deep within. She was born into a wealthy family, living a life without worry for food or clothing from a young age—money really meant nothing to her.
Gao Fei smiled and nodded, "You put it very succinctly. As the daughter of the Su Group, it's only natural for you to dine here. But for the average person, they wouldn't have the financial means." He had a deep understanding of this because he came from a poor background, living in poverty from childhood. He wouldn't dare to come to a five-star hotel like this—or rather, he simply didn't have the money to spend here.
"Here, this is for you." Su Xiaorou placed a check on the table.
Gao Fei was startled, "What's this?"
"You saved my life; I have to thank you properly," Su Xiaorou explained. "This is a check for ten million; you can cash it at the bank anytime."
Ten million?
Gao Fei's lips twitched fiercely. He had never seen so much money in his life! Truth be told, he was really tempted. That was ten million after all! It could buy a luxury villa or a high-end sports car, or he could simply deposit it in the bank and earn hundreds of thousands in interest every year... With that ten million, he wouldn't have to worry about the future.
Accept it?
Or reject it?
Gao Fei had never struggled so much. After hesitating for a moment, he made his choice, took a deep breath, and then pushed the check back, "I can't take it."
"Eh?" Su Xiaorou was taken aback, "What do you mean? Is it too little?"
Gao Fei shook his head, "No, it's not too little at all! I'm not afraid of being laughed at, but this is the first time I've seen this much money in my life. I was really tempted just now and wanted to keep it for myself, but... I can't do that."
"Why?" Su Xiaorou looked surprised.
"Because of principles," Gao Fei exhaled a breath of turbid air. "I saved you out of basic morality and conscience, not for a reward. If I take this money, it will go against my principles as a person. It may sound ridiculous, but that's just who I am! I like money, a lot, but I have my bottom line as a person, and I won't take a penny that I shouldn't."
"Really not taking it?" Su Xiaorou waved the check in front of Gao Fei, "Think it over, this is ten million! With this money, your life can improve greatly..."
"Don't say anymore." Gao Fei shook his head, "Once I've made my decision, I definitely won't change it." Ten million just slipped away, and Gao Fei was indeed regretful, but he wouldn't regret it because he had kept his bottom line.
The reason Gao Fei made this decision was also because he had received the Demon God Heritage. He was very confident about his future; as long as he was willing to work hard, he would definitely earn lots of money. Whenever he thought of the Demon God Heritage, Gao Fei didn't care so much about the ten million check anymore.
"Fine, if you don't want it, I won't insist," Su Xiaorou put the check away, "Gao Fei, you are really great! I admire you! In today's society, men who stick to their principles like you are really rare."
"You flatter me, Ms. Su," Gao Fei said humbly.
"Since you don't want the check, I'll find another way to repay you," Su Xiaorou smiled. "I'll give you a promotion and a raise, let you taste what it's like to be a leader."
"Ah? That's... not appropriate..."
"What's inappropriate about it? Alright, it's settled."
"But..."
"If you refuse again, I'll get angry," she warned.
"...Okay, whatever you say," Gao Fei conceded.
Pressed by Su Xiaorou's assertiveness, Gao Fei had to compromise.
At that moment, a waiter came in pushing a cart with dishes, placed everything on the table, and then left.
The table was filled with seafood, including shrimp, fish, crab, and many others whose names Gao Fei couldn't remember, accompanied by a beautifully packaged bottle of red wine.
"Come, let's have a drink," Su Xiaorou skillfully uncorked the red wine and poured a glass for Gao Fei, "This is a vintage wine; it tastes really good."
Gao Fei took a sip from his glass and nodded, "Mhm, it does taste good."
"If you like it, drink more. We'll get more if it's not enough. Your job today is to eat and drink well, don't be polite with me." Su Xiaorou had a truly charming smile, especially with the two dimples on her cheeks that made her look extremely cute.
The two chatted and drank wine and ate seafood, the atmosphere quite harmonious.
After they were full, they got up and left the private room. When Su Xiaorou was paying the bill, Gao Fei took a quick glance and realized that the meal cost more than twenty thousand yuan, nearly as much as his yearly salary. He smiled bitterly and shook his head. The life of the rich is indeed extravagant.
After declining Su Xiaorou's kind offer to drive him home, Gao Fei left by bus on his own.
...
Su Xiaorou was incredibly efficient; she managed to arrange Gao Fei's promotion and salary increase within a single day.
Gao Fei was promoted exceptionally to Head of Security, in charge of the entire group's security personnel, and his salary more than doubled. Each month, including bonuses and such, he could bring home about ten thousand yuan, which was higher than the salaries of many white-collar workers.
"Gao Fei... oh, no, I should call you Head Gao now," Niu Gang said with a sour tone, "I was right, wasn't I? With Miss Su's appreciation, you were bound to soar high." He added after a pause, "I just didn't expect it would happen so quickly."
"Enough with the jealousy," Gao Fei slapped Niu Gang on the back, "I won't forget about you now that I've been promoted. Once I'm settled in, I'll find a way to promote you too."
"Really?" Niu Gang's eyes brightened, "You better keep your word."
"Don't worry, if I've promised you, then I'll definitely make it happen," Gao Fei said cheerfully, "Now go on patrol, I'll go check on the upper floors." Having said this, Gao Fei strolled towards the elevator. The Head of Security was quite a significant official in the company, with an independent office and generally responsible for managing the security patrols and ensuring the company's safety, a relatively easy job.
When he reached the first floor, he met someone head-on, an acquaintance, Miao Kui, the previous Head of the Security Department, now replaced by Gao Fei. However, the company was quite benevolent and had arranged a position for Miao Kui as Deputy Head of Security, with the same salary and benefits.
"Head Miao," Gao Fei took the initiative to greet him.
"Don't address me that way; I can't take it," Miao Kui said coldly, "I've been demoted to deputy head now; I'll be working under you and hoping Head Gao will take good care of me." How could Miao Kui not be angry after losing his position to Gao Fei?
Gao Fei could hear the resentment and dissatisfaction in Miao Kui's tone, "Head Miao, actually, about this matter..."
"It's fine, you don't need to say anything," Miao Kui raised his hand to interrupt Gao Fei, "I'm the incompetent one; that's why I was replaced by you. I'll swallow this grievance. I just hope Head Gao won't make things difficult for me later on." After saying this, Miao Kui left in a huff.
Gao Fei smiled wryly and shook his head, "I've managed to offend Miao Kui." Truth be told, he had never considered becoming the Head of Security; this was all arranged by Su Xiaorou. To speak unpleasantly, the animosity between him and Miao Kui was also largely instigated by Su Xiaorou.
Well, if an offense was made, it was made! He'd find an opportunity to make amends to Miao Kui later.
After settling his mood, Gao Fei swayed into the Head of Security's office. The space wasn't large, but it was well-decorated. There was a solid wood desk by the window with some documents, a computer, and a phone on top, and against the wall, there was a wardrobe and a couch.
On the windowsill, there were two pots of spider plant, lush and quite pleasing to the eye.
Gao Fei walked over, bent down to sit in the comfortable swivel chair, and stretched out his arms in a big yawn, "I never thought I'd become a leader one day, and quite a big one at that. This feels pretty good." To his knowledge, the Su Group had more than a dozen subsidiaries, each with fifty to sixty security guards, and the corporate headquarters had even more, over a hundred guards. Altogether, there was a force of about a thousand people under his control, which was indeed a bit overwhelming.
"Ding-a-ling-a-ling..."
The phone on the desk suddenly rang.
Gao Fei picked up the handset casually and held it to his ear, making his voice as gentle as possible, "Hello? Who's speaking?"
"Hehe..." A pleasant laugh came from the other end of the phone, "How is it? The feeling of being a leader is pretty good, right?"
"President Su!" Gao Fei sat up straight and said with a smile, "Is there something you need from me?"
"Can't I call you if there's nothing?"
"Oh, no... that's not what I meant..."
"Listen, wait for me in the underground parking lot after work today. I've booked a feast at a hotel to celebrate your promotion and raise."
"Ah, there's no need to go to all that trouble..."
"That's settled then." Su Xiaorou hung up the phone directly, not giving Gao Fei any chance to refuse.
"Doot doot doot..."
Hearing the busy tone in the handset, Gao Fei couldn't help but show a wry smile, "Su Xiaorou really is assertive, she doesn't give me a chance to refuse... But then again, having a free dinner is also a nice thing."
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