Zhang Jingshan moved quickly.For someone like him, owing money to an average person was unbearable, and he didn't want the other party to overthink it either.Within just two hours, he called Ye Chen, asking him to come to Yunshan Network to collect the money."Mr. Ye, the money is ready. Are you available to come to Yunshan Network Company to pick it up? Yes, it's at 167 Jiangzhou Avenue Central. If it's inconvenient for you, just give me an address, and I'll have someone send it to you. How does that sound?" Zhang Jingshan asked politely over the phone."It's fine, I'll come over. Yunshan Network Company, right? I'll head there now," Ye Chen replied."Great, I appreciate you coming over."At the Antique Market.After parting ways with Zhang Jingshan and Lu Cheng, Ye Chen had been wandering through the stalls, hoping to use his keen eye from his previous life to find a treasure. But after finding nothing worthwhile, Zhang Jingshan's call gave him a reason to abandon the hunt.He stepped out, hailed a taxi, and headed toward Yunshan Network Company.167 Jiangzhou Avenue Central.Outside Yunshan Network Company.Chen Yinuo bit her lip and took a deep breath.She didn't believe there was much chance of renewing the contract, given her company's offer was 10% lower than their competitor's.But no matter how slim the hope, she had to try. Losing her job was one thing, but figuring out how to provide for Yoyo was the real problem.Fueled by the courage of a mother's love, she stepped into Yunshan Network Company."What? You again?"As soon as she entered, the security guard stopped her immediately, his tone hostile. "Get lost! Manager Yang has already ordered that you're blacklisted!""I'm not here to see Manager Yang. I'm here to see Mr. Zhang!" Chen Yinuo said through clenched teeth."Mr. Zhang?"Hearing that she was aiming for the big boss, the security guard hesitated. "Do you have an appointment?"A chill ran through her as she stammered, "No."Feeling like he'd been played, the guard barked angrily, "No appointment, and you think you can see Mr. Zhang? Do you think anyone can just walk in here to see him? Get lost!"The guard made a move to push her out."Well, well, isn't this Ms. Chen?"At that moment, a sneering voice came from the elevator.Chen Yinuo looked up.Yunshan Network Company's business manager, Yang Di, stepped out with a mocking grin."Manager Yang!"The security guard panicked. "I was just about to throw her out!""No rush. You go handle your business. I'll have a word with her," Yang Di said.Once the guard left, Yang Di let out a cold chuckle at her. "Ms. Chen, didn't expect to see you again so soon."He pointed at the folder in her hand. "So, you're here about the promotion contract again?""Yes," she said. "Manager Yang, our beauty products company has always had a good working relationship with Yunshan Network. Could you reconsider renewing our contract?""Reconsider? Are you joking?" Yang Di sneered. "The other company offered us 10% more than you. Even a fool would know who to choose. Do you think Yunshan Network is a charity?"His voice grew more sinister. "Although… it's not entirely out of the question.""What do you mean?" Chen Yinuo asked eagerly."Did you forget what I told you last time? Have dinner with me, spend a night together, and the contract will be a done deal. I have enough authority over business decisions. Even if your price is lower, I can finalize it. What do you say?"Lowering his voice, Yang Di's words dripped with lust. His eyes roved over her alluring figure, gleaming with desire.From the first time he met her, Yang Di had been scheming to get her. Using the contract as leverage was a plan he'd had in mind all along.Would he actually sign the contract if she gave in? Absolutely.Not because he had the authority to do so, but because Mr. Zhang had instructed him to prioritize the long-term partner Huaxing Commerce as long as their prices weren't unreasonably low. This was a business secret known to only a few, which gave Yang Di the confidence to exploit it."In your dreams!"Seeing the undisguised lust in his eyes, Chen Yinuo took two steps back, her voice trembling with anger and disgust.This wasn't the first time she'd heard this from him.He'd made the same demand during their last meeting.Though her job was crucial for both her and her daughter's livelihood—and securing the deal would earn her a commission—she couldn't bring herself to compromise her dignity.If she had been willing to sell herself, her looks could have afforded her an easier life without enduring such humiliation for a job.Her outburst drew the attention of others in the company lobby."I want to see Mr. Zhang! If Mr. Zhang refuses the contract, I'll accept it and leave!"She began moving toward the elevator.But an enraged Yang Di grabbed her arm and hissed, "You ungrateful wench! Do you think you're too good for me? Do you think your loser, gambling-addict husband is better than me?"Slap!The words crossed a line.Tears welled in her eyes as she raised her hand and slapped him hard across the face.The sharp sound echoed through the lobby, leaving everyone gaping in shock."You... you dare hit me?"Yang Di clutched his burning cheek in disbelief."I'll kill you!"He lost control and raised his hand to strike her back.Just as Chen Yinuo braced herself for the blow...A figure appeared, darting forward and kicking Yang Di squarely."Ugh!"Yang Di staggered back several steps, nearly falling."Manager Yang!""Manager Yang!"The security guards, startled by the sudden appearance of this stranger, rushed to Yang Di's side to steady him.Chen Yinuo stood frozen, her mind blank.But when she turned to see who had come to her aid, her face instantly froze in shock.The surprise on her face was akin to seeing the sun rise in the west.Her expression quickly turned cold with anger."It's you? Are you stalking me?"