Chapter 253 - 175: Isn’t This Labor Card a Bit Improper?
Over the next few days, Lin Jiang was busy on multiple fronts.
The noodle shop’s business had all but reached its saturation point.
Although the food was delicious, the long waits were starting to test customers’ patience.
The shop’s maximum profit was about 5 million.
Beyond that, the clubhouse’s revenue was also steadily increasing.
The skills of the ten top-tier hostesses were being recognized by a growing number of clients.
The clubhouse’s daily revenue had already surpassed 400,000 and was still on an upward trend.
The two new branches were also being renovated. The process was going smoothly, with no one causing any trouble.
Lin Qiangwei, on the other hand, had been coming by to eat quite often. He had run into her twice himself, and she was always acting provocative every time he saw her.
On top of all that, he hadn’t neglected his "card games," and their frequency had increased significantly.
It wasn’t just with the NPCs, but with He Jing as well.
Compared to He Siyao, she got hungry far more quickly.
Thanks to the acceleration effect she provided, his earnings in another seven days should be quite substantial.
He was literally making money every minute of every second.
RING RING RING—
One evening, five days later, Lin Jiang got a call from He Siyao.
"Master..."
He Siyao said softly over the phone,
"My dad got in touch with the factory director. He’s interested in meeting you. Dad wanted to ask when you’re available so he can coordinate a time with the director."
"I’m free anytime. Just have Uncle He arrange things however he sees fit."
"Okay, hold on a second. I’ll call my dad back. I’ll call you again once the time is set."
"Are you at home?"
"Mhm."
"I’m on my way. We’ll talk in person."
When he arrived at He Siyao’s home, she was wearing a white nightdress. The fabric was stretched taut over the vacuum of her braless chest, and you could even see the shape of her nipples.
As she spoke, He Siyao got a pair of slippers for Lin Jiang, her large breasts swaying under the fabric like a swing set.
"I’ve already eaten, don’t trouble yourself."
He changed into slippers and went inside. Freshly brewed tea and fruit were laid out on the coffee table.
Lin Jiang lay down on the sofa. He Siyao sat beside him, placed his legs on her lap, and began to gently massage them.
"They’ve set the time for one in the afternoon. Is that okay?"
"No problem. Have you heard any whispers? Roughly how much will it take to buy the factory?"
"Probably between 10 million and 14 million. That’s just my dad’s estimate, it may not be accurate."
"The price is a little on the high side, but not unreasonable."
"I think it’s a little expensive too. My dad said to drive a hard bargain during the negotiations."
He Siyao didn’t stop massaging his legs. She pouted and said,
"Dad also said that getting it for somewhere between 8 and 10 million would be a good deal. If the owner won’t sell, then so be it. The factory will go bankrupt in a few years anyway."
Lin Jiang nodded. ’Eight to ten million is quite reasonable.’
’If I had time, I could just wait him out. Once Yong’an grows even stronger, he won’t even be able to get this price.’
’The only problem is that I don’t have that much time to waste.’
"How’s the background check on Liu Renming coming along? Why is he working at Yong’an now?"
"Apparently, his family invested in it. They own shares in Yong’an."
"Looks like his family is doing well for themselves. The annual dividends alone are enough for him to live a carefree life."
"That’s right."
He Siyao looked at Lin Jiang. "Want me to massage your back?"
"We’ll get to my back later. First, let’s discuss some import-export trade."
A rosy blush spread across her cheeks.
"Does Master want to lie down or sit up?"
"Let’s do it sitting up."
"Okay."
...
The next morning, when Lin Jiang woke up, He Siyao was already in the kitchen making breakfast.
Based on his recent experiences, Lin Jiang concluded that He Siyao had a remarkable talent when it came to import-export trade.
She didn’t get tired, even after a long time, and had even come up with a lot of her own moves. A classic case of a self-taught prodigy.
"Breakfast is almost ready," He Siyao said when she saw Lin Jiang emerge.
"Mm."
Lin Jiang went to the bathroom to wash up. By the time he came out, breakfast was already on the table.
RING RING RING—
As they were eating, Lin Jiang’s phone rang.
The caller ID read, ’Godson’.
This was Zhou Jingliang, a childhood friend Lin Jiang had grown up with.
Back in school, Zhou Jingliang’s grades had been a little worse than his.
When it came time for college entrance exams, a strange twist of fate landed him in a lesser-known university in Rongcheng City. He ended up staying there for work after graduation, so the two of them only ever got to see each other during the New Year.
A childhood friend is a different breed of relationship altogether.
Even if you go years without seeing each other, it doesn’t affect the bond between you.
Lin Jiang answered and put the call on speaker so he wouldn’t have to stop eating.
"What business does my son have with his old man?"
"Screw you," Zhou Jingliang retorted. "This young master is returning to Zhonghai tomorrow. Prepare to receive your king."
"Oh? Is work not busy anymore?"
’When I got married, this bastard had to save up his time off for three months just to scrape together a four-day leave.’
’It’s only been a little over two months, and now he’s coming back. Something’s not right.’
"Are the proctologists in Rongcheng City not up to snuff? You planning to come back to Zhonghai to get treated?"
"For fuck’s sake, can’t you say something nice about me for a change?" Zhou Jingliang shot back.
"My girlfriend found a job in Zhonghai and basically dragged me along with her. So we’re both moving back. It’s good, anyway. Zhonghai is closer to home."
"You’d better clarify—is that a girl-friend, or a boy-friend?"
"Fuck off! A real, actual girlfriend."
"What time’s your flight?"
"Three in the afternoon. Don’t worry about picking me up. We’ll come find you when we get in."