Chapter 3703 - 3695: Taking a Shortcut
Chapter 3703: Chapter 3695: Taking a Shortcut
Lin Yi smiled, not directly denying it.
"Why do you feel that way?"
"Your abilities are not lacking, I’d even say they’re very strong. At least in the workplace, you’re way ahead of someone like Xu Kai, and you don’t seem to care much about money. You probably don’t need it, so you work just to pass the time, right?"
"It’s not as exaggerated as you say." Lin Yi said with a smile:
"But don’t worry, I’ll do my job well day by day."
"I don’t foresee any problems here, but you should watch out for Tongtong."
Chen Yuying took out her lipstick and started reapplying it.
"If you quit, she definitely won’t take it well. She might seek you out afterward."
"Let her, it’s not anything shameful."
"Better not. You’re married now, and if your wife finds out, it might cause bickering between you two. Oh..."
Suddenly, Chen Yuying turned to look at Lin Yi.
"I remember you mentioned once that you have a daughter, right? Just started kindergarten?"
"Yes, what’s up?"
Chen Yuying rummaged through her bag and pulled out a small jade token.
"This was given to me by someone else; now I’m passing it on to your kid, for safety."
"Thanks a lot, President Chen." Lin Yi said with a grin.
The two didn’t continue on this topic; Lin Yi drove the car and dropped Chen Yuying off at Chuanyun Tea House.
As agreed, the two went up to the third floor and saw Ma Wenbo waiting inside.
Although he was reluctant about the price, business often leaves him no choice.
After a few polite exchanges, they began the contract signing process.
Holding the contract, Chen Yuying reviewed it thoroughly, and after confirming no issues, she signed it, promising payment within a month.
The signing went smoothly, and after a few courtesies, they drove back.
Looking at the contract in hand, Chen Yuying was deeply moved.
"We secured this contract thanks to you; I’ll have the finance department transfer you a bonus of 100,000 yuan later."
"As President Chen’s employee, I should do all this without fuss."
"No way, fair is fair; you deserve it." Chen Yuying said insistently:
"Without you, I’d have fallen for it, and maybe this deal would have required 18 million. With your help, we saved 5 million, giving you this amount seems too little."
"It’s not too little, enough to buy milk powder for the child." Lin Yi said with a chuckle.
"If you really lack money for milk powder, I’ll cover it all. No matter how many children you have, they’re on me."
"Since you said so, I’ll go home tonight and strive for a second child."
"Do your best, and let me know if there’s good news." Chen Yuying said with a smile:
"Oh, is Tongtong finished with class?"
Lin Yi nodded, "After dropping you off, I’m going to pick her up."
Chen Yuying checked the time, "It’s about right; I won’t go back to the office. I’ll pick her up first, then we’ll find a place to eat. You choose the place, pick a good one."
"Let her choose; I haven’t been to any good places to eat."
"You helped me with such a great thing, the place must be your choice. Pick anywhere in Zhong Hai."
"Then it’ll be New Glory Restaurant; their food tastes pretty good."
"You said you couldn’t pick, yet you chose this place; I haven’t even been there many times." Chen Yuying said with a laugh.
"It’s rare to have a chance to treat the boss; I need to grab it."
"No problem, order anything once we’re there."
Clearly, Chen Yuying was very happy, even humming along the way.
Slowly, Lin Yi drove to the tutoring class entrance.
The timing was perfect; they just parked when Chen Yutong came out with her bag.
Lin Yi rolled down the window, ready to call Chen Yutong over.
But he found someone approaching first, that person being Xu Kai.
"Why’s he here?"
Chen Yuying muttered, as he should be at work this time.
"No idea, let’s watch for now."
Neither of them moved, keeping an eye on Xu Kai.
"Tongtong, class finished?"
Seeing Xu Kai coming, Chen Yutong was surprised.
"Why are you here?"
"I went to the bank for a loan, finished the talks, and knowing you’re in class nearby, I decided to come pick you up. Let’s go now."
Xu Kai said with a smile, holding car keys:
"I found a great barbecue place. I reserved a table; let me take you there for a taste."
"I need to go back and review, so I’m not going."
"You need food for reviewing too, let’s eat first, then I’ll take you back to study."
"You’re better off focusing on your work, Lin Bro will come to get me later."
"He’s so irresponsible, knowing your class time and not picking you up earlier. I’ll bring this up with your sister."
"He’s picking me up and dropping my sister off; it’s more complicated than you think."
"No matter how, it’s his negligence. Don’t bother with him, let me take you home."
"No!"
Chen Yutong rejected firmly, not giving Xu Kai any chance.
Lin Yi and Chen Yuying listened to their conversation from the car.
Lin Yi chuckled.
"See, knowing there’s no shot with you, he now targets your sister."
"What do you mean?"
"Close proximity brings advantage; if he gets one of you sisters, he won’t need to strive in future. He must be trying hard."
Chen Yuying didn’t speak, considering the possibility herself.
"He’s not someone to keep around."
"But don’t just listen to my random talk; you must consider for yourself."
"I’ve noticed long ago, but due to past ties, I didn’t want to sour the relationship. If he keeps this up, we’ll have to talk things over."
"Indeed, you decide what to do."
Lin Yi honked the horn, catching Chen Yutong and Xu Kai’s attention.
Lin Yi waved at her.
Seeing Lin Yi, Chen Yutong’s face lit up, rushing over in eager strides.
Xu Kai’s face showed indignation, but he was helpless.
"Lin Bro, when did you arrive?"
"Just got here; seeing you two chatting, I didn’t want to interrupt."
Xu Kai looked awkward; he didn’t expect Chen Yuying was also in the car.
"President Chen."
Chen Yuying nodded but didn’t respond much, saying to Chen Yutong:
"Let’s go eat; the place is already decided."
"Did something good happen?"
"Got that land for 13 million. Thanks to your Lin Bro, we’re celebrating with food; you’re tagging along."
"See, I already said my Lin Bro brings fortune, scoring such a big deal—you must treat him well."
"That’s what I think; hop in the car."
"Okay, okay."
Chen Yutong opened the car door, noticing Xu Kai trying to get in too, she looked at him subconsciously.
"What are you doing here?"