Chapter Nine, Baixing

Just like cats, a person cannot be judged as good or bad based on a single standard. Every individual is like a wooden barrel with missing parts; there is always a plank that stands tall and commands admiration, and there is also a plank that is so short that one must bend down even to look down upon it

Indeed, there are instances in the world where one can become wealthy overnight and also experience destitution in a single night

A harsh phone ring sounded nearby, startling Yang Xuan awake. He raised his head and saw Xiao Zhao next to him pick up the phone. After saying a couple of sentences, he hesitated: "... I'm sorry, I can't make this decision; I need to consult with headquarters... Alright, thank you. Are you available in the afternoon? If so, I will call you back."

From this perspective, Mu Xiaolan also believes that Zhao Xuan is a man of both talent and beauty, a good man who is skilled in embroidery but not merely a decorative figure.

How dare you set your sights on me—underneath Mu Xiaolan's spring flower-like radiant exterior, a fierce and restless heart gritted its teeth and exclaimed this: one day, you will experience what it means to have your lineage cut off.

Xiao Zhao put down the phone and said, "Ah—don't you think it's strange that there are always odd occurrences every year, but this year seems particularly abundant? Remember that local tycoon who made a show of donating to us last time?"

Luxury cars, fine wines, and prestigious brands

In Zhao Xuan's office, after the two individuals completed the official matter of "boss's private affairs," Zhao Xuan ambiguously pressed her hand, leading Mu Xiaolan to draw this conclusion

Yang Xuan rubbed his eyes and asked, "What happened?"

Dead cat! I want to fight you to the end

If a person has each of his wives coming from being a mistress, there is no need to hesitate; he must be a scoundrel, a great scoundrel

Not great! Go to hell, you bastard! Mu Xiaolan thought to herself this way while sweetly smiling and saying: "No, working as a financial officer with the head of the department is quite good, it's easy and doesn't require much effort. Public relations is too exhausting, and I always feel it's not very suitable for girls"

It turns out that there are people who would spend tens of thousands to buy a small watch, casually giving it as a gift to a few inexperienced little girls at the exchange. It turns out that there are people who drive cars... Even those who cannot distinguish between Toyota and Honda can immediately recognize its uniqueness

Mu Xiaolan nodded slightly, turned around, and left his office. The moment she stepped out, her sweet smile vanished. Mu Xiaolan returned to the office with a sullen expression, exuding an air of menace as she walked in her 12-centimeter high heels, causing even colleagues who wanted to greet her to shrink back in fear.

Many years later, there was a game called Angry Birds. It is a pity that if they had released a game called "Angry Cats," it would have been even more popular

However, he is still a scumbag

It is that company. Just now, someone with the surname Zhao called from there, saying that Baixing wants to fund a project for us, but there is a condition: our volunteer team leaders are required to wear uniforms printed with their company’s promotional logo, especially for the project related to the children's hospital.

Yang Xuan stared at it for two seconds, finally becoming enraged due to lack of sleep. He grabbed Naonao by the scruff of the neck, completely forgetting what he had said the night before. Amidst Naonao's struggles, he gritted his teeth and thought: Return it! It must be returned! This thing must be banished to the eighteenth floor of the office's cold palace, never to be summoned again!

Since childhood, this person has relied on his good looks, considering scoundrels as the ultimate goal of his growth. During his university years, when the school dormitories were insufficient, some students from the adult college were also arranged to stay in the dormitories of the undergraduate students. It was during this time that Li Boyong became Zhao Xuan's roommate

First of all, he is very loyal to his friends. In this day and age, those who do not betray their friends are already considered to have a higher moral standard, let alone those who would go to great lengths for their friends—Zhao Xuan is someone who would go to great lengths for his friends.

Yang Xuan suddenly recalled the last time she was in the spotlight, when she had glanced at the exclusive interview with Li Boyong, the Chairman and General Manager of Baixing, published in the newspaper. It seemed to mention that their company was recently planning to launch a series of children's food products. It appears that they intend to use the Hand-in-Hand volunteer platform for advertising.

But what can be done? Everyone has irresistible temptations, such as beautiful women for Zhao Xuan, and the capital circle for Yang Xuan

Zhao Xuan raised his eyebrows and said generously, "Sure, it's entirely up to you. Whenever you want to come, I will welcome you at any time"

However, although this despicable person is not at the top, she can still be considered a superior whom one should not provoke

Upon opening the door, she saw Nao Nao standing at the entrance, looking up at her with dissatisfaction... One paw was dragging a white flat-soled shoe that had been soaked in urine.

Zhao Xuan smiled meaningfully, withdrew his inappropriate hand, and placed his hands crossed in front of him: "A girl like you, being an assistant to that unromantic accountant Fang Xiao, is such a waste. Otherwise, if you told Boyong, he could switch you over to be my assistant, and you could fully utilize your talents. What do you think?"

Yang Xuan thought for a moment, then realized he was referring to Li Boyong, and thus nodded his head

Volunteering hand in hand at the largest children's hospital in the city creates an illusion for the patients and their families that they are medical staff, and Bai Xing Food may also be subconsciously regarded by them as being recommended by the hospital

Only Zhao Xuan, upon hearing about it, resolutely decided to assist him. Later, he even resigned from a well-arranged, decent, and stable job that his family had secured for him, following him through wind and rain, running back and forth. At that time, the two young men were like two joyful yet struggling fleas, bouncing around in the cold winter of Huzhou City, making a penny stretch to its limits, acting both as bosses and foot soldiers, gradually leading to today's Baixing.

Of course—by that time, this group of fools who prided themselves on being cultured had long forgotten the teachings of their predecessors that "revolutionary work knows no distinction between the noble and the humble," and did not realize that as long as one chose the right place, selling pancakes could also lead to wealth and a better life

At that time, many people believed: what kind of business could a poor country boy, who had little education, no background, and had not seen much of the world, possibly start? Would he just set up a stall to sell pancakes?

Furthermore, Zhao Xuan is also very wealthy, articulate, and exceptionally skilled at managing personal connections and networks. He knows everyone in the media landscape of Huzhou with whom he can communicate. During holidays and festivals, he has an extensive list of gift recipients that he does not even need to check; it is all imprinted in his mind. Among major clients or important partners, he is more aware than their own parents about who has family matters, who is getting married, and who is facing difficulties.

Fortunately, no one in the office will mind her tardiness. The volunteer activities mainly take place in the afternoon, and there are very few tasks that require desk work, which can generally be completed within half an hour. During the remaining time, she can freely browse the internet in the office or attend to her own matters

The sunlight streamed in through the window, warm and cozy, making one reluctant to move. Yang Xuan simply shut down the computer and lay down on the desk for a nap. However, perhaps due to having met Xu Ji, as soon as she closed her eyes, she recalled a suave and elegant man holding a cigarette, turning back with a slight smile and a nonchalant demeanor, saying to her with a hint of disdain: "What is money? Money is a bastard."

Originally, the two individuals were from entirely different worlds, and at first, they found each other quite displeasing. However, their interactions were limited, leading them to treat each other with a cold respect, merely nodding politely when they met. It wasn't until one time when Zhao Xuan got into trouble outside and was beaten up to the point of resembling a rotten watermelon with its skin smashed in, that Li Boyong, who was working the night shift, picked him up like a dead dog and brought him back. This incident gradually led to a familiarity between him and this foolish, rustic, yet surprisingly shrewd young man.

February 23, 1995, no one will forget that day, it was the events of that day that led her to make the decision to temporarily resign and apply for a master's program

He possesses capability, influence, and wealth

For example, Zhao Xuan, is he a good person or a bad person? It is hard to say

The 1990s was an era of dizzying changes in the world; the Berlin Wall fell, the Soviet Union collapsed, and countless individuals began to venture into the sea, either out of necessity or with eager anticipation. The values of the Chinese people began to change gradually—though still relatively simple compared to several years later, the trend of prioritizing success and money had already begun to emerge.

She stared at the historical data of a stock for half the night, and the next morning she woke up late, almost being late. In a rush, she changed her clothes and washed up, grabbed some emergency biscuits from the refrigerator for breakfast, and dashed out with them in her mouth at rocket speed. Just as she reached the elevator, she suddenly realized she had forgotten something and hurriedly ran back.

From this perspective, Mu Xiaolan believes that Zhao Xuan is a good man whose glorious deeds can bring tears to one's eyes when recounted

Despite feeling resentful, Mu Xiaolan calmly withdrew her hand and said nonchalantly, "Alright, Supervisor Zhao, please don't get agitated. Calm down, and just leave this matter to me."

Eight years ago—she had just graduated from university, in the prime of her youth, possibly a year or two younger than her peers. She saw the wonders of the world everywhere, unaware of the vastness of life. Jiang Hesheng was probably one of her role models.

Jiang Hesheng is such a successful man that he makes others envious and wealthy enough to make others green with jealousy. For Yang Xuan, he is her first life mentor after leaving school, casually leading her, who was then just a young girl with unkempt hair, into a world of opulence and excess.

When Li Boyong first started his business, no one had high hopes for him. People around the world knew that adult education was merely a way to pass the time, and one could simply pay to attend—although Bill Gates did not finish college, at least he had been admitted to one.

Yang Xuan curled his lips; this local tycoon is not foolish at all

Naughty angrily said: Meow, meow, meow, meow! You are the one who forgot me at home, woman! It's simply unreasonable. So what if I peed a little? It's just a child's urine, and you think it can ward off evil spirits, meow!