Chapter 5: Prestige, Status, and Connotation

Wu Jinsong is a watch enthusiast, albeit merely an enthusiast. His peculiar hobby is influenced by a saying that circulates in society.

Upon entering, Jiang Hao saw a young couple, who were also his roommates, already back and busy cooking in the kitchen. After exchanging greetings, Jiang Hao returned to his room

"Yes, I have resigned," Jiang Hao replied while packing his belongings.

Some say that "the poor play with cars while the rich play with watches." Playing with cars is a form of comparison, whereas wearing a luxury watch reflects personal taste, remaining understated. This more effectively demonstrates one's noble status and depth.

Jiang Hao pushed the door open and said, "Manager, I have something to discuss with you"

Everything mentioned earlier is excellent, however, the word 'but' serves as a prelude for what follows

On the way back, Jiang Hao could not bear to take a taxi again and squeezed onto the bus to go home. After all this commotion, it was already evening when he reached home, and he had a bowl of noodles downstairs before going upstairs

The little fish beside Jiang Hao looked over curiously. She did not understand watches very well and did not know what brand Jiang Hao's watch was. She asked, "Wu Jinsong, why are you so startled? It's just a watch."

The next morning, after finishing his morning routine and having breakfast downstairs, Jiang Hao took the bus to the company, a multi-story office building with more than ten floors, which appeared quite impressive from the outside, with a large sign reading "Anxinda Insurance Company" hanging above.

It is merely a conjunction, indicating a contrast

Yes, today Jiang Hao came to resign

Beside her, Masu remarked sharply, "A stubborn fool like you will never become a talent anywhere."

This is truly outrageous, a watch worth 1.2 million is being offered to me at a price of 120,000. Even if I am not accustomed to seeing large sums of money, it is unacceptable to sell it at such a low price.

"A single contract has not been signed." Jiang Hao said calmly

Jiang Hao smiled faintly and said, "No need, Manager, goodbye"

The manager, in his thirties, was dressed very formally in a suit and tie, with his hair meticulously styled, presenting the image of a successful individual. Upon seeing Jiang Hao enter, his expression stiffened slightly, and he said: "Yesterday, I announced the elimination system for the bottom three performers in the office. So, are you here to plead for mercy? Let me tell you..."

Upon hearing these two words, Jiang Hao felt a sudden jolt in his heart; he knew that the pawnshop was about to wield their big knife.

Little Fish looked at him with concern in his eyes: "What you are doing is very dangerous; you are currently in third to last place."

At that moment, Wu Jinsong inadvertently noticed the watch on Jiang Hao's wrist and exclaimed, "Brother Jiang, this watch of yours can't be real, can it?"

The manager paused for a few seconds, his expression softened considerably, and said: "In fact, I have noticed your efforts. I can give you another chance; try a bit harder next month."

Knock on the manager's door holding the printed paper

Jiang Hao knew that this guy was about to enter into a lengthy discourse mode. Usually, during the brainwashing lectures, it was all systematic; he could go for an hour without needing to drink water, and the content would never repeat.

Jiang Hao believes that these guys are nothing but a bunch of vampires

This price is significantly different from Jiang Hao's expectations; having obtained the reward with great difficulty, he naturally hopes to sell it at a high price

Come in

The most feared words in conversation are 'however'.

I am considering it, goodbye

I will go to the auction house tomorrow to inquire about the situation

Returning to his seat, he took off his suit, rolled up his sleeves, found a cardboard box, and began to pack his belongings

"What is the use of hard work? Nowadays, there are many people who work hard, but how many have you seen succeed? If you have capital, you should use it. When you grow old, you won't even be able to use it if you want to," Ma Su said disdainfully.

Without giving the other party a chance to speak again, Jiang Hao directly left the manager's office. The manager watched Jiang Hao's back, his expression darkening.

A male colleague, Wu Jinsong, leaned over and said: "Indeed, Brother Jiang works hard; there is no place where he cannot develop. In our insurance company, we are wasting talent."

120,000

Brother Jiang, let me take a closer look. No way, is this the classic model from Vacheron Constantin? I remember this watch costs over 1 million!

120,000

At that moment, the little fish ran over and asked, "Brother Jiang, have you really resigned?" The other colleagues in the room also turned their attention towards him.

After speaking, he left the pawnshop without looking back

120,000

Thus, time passed little by little, from 6 PM to midnight, before Jiang Hao finally suppressed his excitement and allowed himself to close his eyes and sleep

Jiang Hao was unwilling to accept the situation and visited two more pawn shops. The results were similar; the watch was in perfect condition and absolutely authentic, but the prices offered were very low, with the highest bid reaching 166,000.

Lying on the bed, he opened the system manual once again, continuing to study its contents, fearing that he might miss even a single detail. He aimed to thoroughly understand this system, as it was closely related to his own life, safety, and future happiness

Wu Jinsong fell in love with watches because he found this statement quite pretentious. However, his understanding of watches mainly comes from magazines and the internet, and he is quite familiar with those world brands.

Therefore, we are offering a price of 120,000 for this watch

However ... ...

At that moment, a woman beside them, dressed in a sexy fitted dress, put down her makeup mirror, cast a disdainful glance at Jiang Hao, and said with her crimson lips: "Xiao Yu, you can't persuade someone like this. If you lack ability, just admit it. Can you showcase your strengths? It's a waste to have a good appearance while being so stubborn; it's no wonder they get eliminated."

Wu Jinsong looked at Jiang Hao with a face full of shock

Little Fish pushed up his glasses and quickly said: "Sister Masu, Brother Jiang is working very hard"

Jiang Hao paid no attention to this Ma Su, opened a document on the computer, and after a flurry of typing, a resignation letter was freshly produced in just two minutes

Jiang Hao naturally understood what he meant by a problem, fearing that his watch might have an improper origin and could be stolen property

Wu Jinsong moved closer to Jiang Hao, grabbing his hand as he was tidying up, looking serious. Jiang Hao felt quite awkward being held by a man and said, "What are you doing"

What will you do in the future?" Xiao Yu asked with concern

Jiang Hao placed the resignation letter on the table and pushed it forward. The manager was taken aback upon seeing the three characters "Resignation Letter" and looked up at Jiang Hao.

Jiang Hao smiled and said, "Hehe, can one really starve to death? Just look for another job."

In this day and age, it is as such: one laughs at the poor but not at the prostitutes; having money is the way to go, while being broke is akin to being a turtle

However, this trip was not in vain; at the very least, after expert appraisal, it has been confirmed that this watch is indeed a genuine Vacheron Constantin, valued at over 1 million.

Jiang Hao has grown up without ever seeing what 120,000 looks like all at once, yet he still resolutely took back the watch and put it on his wrist

However, if you are unable to provide the invoice, warranty card, function card, or even the tag from the watch box, this will significantly affect the price. You know that if a problem does arise, we will have to bear a certain level of responsibility, the manager said sincerely

Arriving at the 7th floor by elevator, which is the floor of their business department, Jiang Hao entered and saw many colleagues already busy at work. Upon seeing Jiang Hao approach, Xiao Yu came over and asked, "Brother Jiang, how was your harvest yesterday"

Jiang Hao said calmly: "Manager, I am here to resign"