The Self-Cultivation of a Reborn Massage Therapist

Chapter 198 The Child Has Arrived
Zhao Xiaochui watched Xue Yong's disheveled departure and pondered for a long time.

"Aunt Zhou, Brother Qian."

Zhao Xiaochui asked with a puzzled look:

“If I only focus on working and don’t learn about society or improve myself, when harm comes, I won’t even realize that I have become a victim, let alone understand what kind of scheme ‘they’ have set up and how they have manipulated me step by step.”

Zhou Yaqin and Qian Tu exchanged a glance and nodded at the same time.

The three of them fell silent, standing at the entrance of the relaxed pedestrian area, quietly watching the young men hurrying along Jinchan North Road.

After a long silence, Qian Tu sighed: "A while ago, a junior of mine conducted a social survey and completed a high-quality sociology paper. The gist of it is this:"
The platform shifts all conflicts to the merchants, riders, and consumers. Through various covert means, the platform regulates riders, consumers, and merchants, demonstrating that capital's control over people is shifting from tangible to intangible, from authoritarianism to hegemony.

"Boss, your understanding is both correct and wrong."

"Because even if you understand these things, there's no way to change them. For the sake of life, or rather, for the sake of survival, those who are meant to be bullied will continue to be bullied."

Zhao Xiaochui looked at the legal department curiously: "Who can make the changes?"

Qian Tu chuckled sarcastically: "Vested interests..."

"Alright!" Zhou Yaqin waved her hand. "Why are you talking about all that useless stuff? Little Hammer, come back to the office with me. We have several documents that need your signature."

"By the way, I have some good news for you. Our matching customized essential oils, towels, and bathrobes have already sold out."

"And..."

Zhou Yaqin, holding Zhao Xiaochui's hand, chattered on and on as they walked towards Qingsong Slow Walk. Before they even entered the gate, Qian Tu called out to them.

"boss."

"What's wrong again?"

“My former colleague just reached an agreement with Guoguo’s ex-husband and has already picked up the child and is on her way here.”

"..."

…………

To welcome the little boy's arrival, all VIP guests tonight enjoyed a lucky draw prize – a hands-on assistance service from Zhao Xiaochui.

Although there was much less time, no one complained; everyone was beaming with joy.

Those customers who received the essential oil formula personally customized by Zhao Xiaochui for the first time all placed large orders, purchasing 10 bottles each.

This is the maximum purchase quantity allowed by Easy Slow Travel.

The profits from tonight's essential oil sales alone could cover most of my expenses for a relaxed and leisurely year.

But that's not how you make money. The effectiveness of essential oils depends on the technician's technique and the penetrating power of that technique. So even if someone suggested lifting purchase restrictions, it wouldn't even pass the financial hurdle.

After seeing off all the guests, we entered the lobby on the second floor.

In stark contrast to its usual tranquility, the lobby, usually filled with the scents of aromatherapy, soft music, and whispers among colleagues, is now adorned with blue and gold balloons.

A long table was laden with fruit and snacks, and in the very center sat a huge cream cake with the words "Welcome DouDou Home!" written crookedly in chocolate sauce.

Guoguo was restless, her hands clenched tightly together, her eyes fixed on the doorway.

Sitting next to her was Ono, who had come from Shuangjing Platinum Ling Therapy Area.

So, all twelve KTV girls gathered together. Including the excited Sister Hua and Zhao Xiaochui, who was glaring at Xiao Ye and puffing out his cheeks, the whole family was complete.

Apart from Yangyang, who was eating and drinking heartily in the corner of the long table, there was no one else there.

The girls no longer wore their usual professional smiles; instead, they wore expressions that were genuine, a mixture of nervousness and excitement.

"Ding~"

With a soft click, everyone held their breath. The elevator doors slowly opened, and a wave of heat swept in, carrying Qian Tu's tall and slender figure.

He stepped aside, revealing the tiny little boy behind him, clinging tightly to his trouser leg.

He was about four or five years old, with small eyes that showed observation and curiosity about the unfamiliar environment.

When he saw Guoguo, he was stunned for a moment, then his big eyes quickly filled with tears. He took a few quick steps and stumbled over to her, shouting with all his might, "Mommy!"

Guoguo rushed forward and hugged her son tightly in her arms, as if she wanted to meld him into her own body.

All the pent-up grievances, longing, and lingering fears were released into tears at this moment.

The girls on the stairs couldn't hold back any longer.

They ran down the stairs lightly and excitedly, instantly turning the first floor of the clubhouse into a sea of ​​joy.

"Oh my, this is DouDou! She looks just like GuoGuo!"

"Look at those bright eyes! He'll definitely grow up to be a handsome guy!"

"DouDou, come here. This is an Ultraman toy that Liu Li bought for you. Do you like it?"

"And this, Aunt Linglan drew a little rabbit for you!"

They chattered amongst themselves, carefully surrounding Guoguo and Doudou, each holding a gift they had prepared beforehand—a brand-new picture book, a cute plush toy, and an exquisite candy box.

Instead of using adult formalities for small talk, they expressed their warmest welcome to the new family member in the purest and most direct way.

Dou Dou was a little shy at first, but seeing how kind everyone was to him, he quickly adapted to the new environment. Holding his toys, he played and ate while being fed by the pretty aunties.

Qian Tu stood quietly to the side, his gaze sweeping over the child before finally settling on Guo Guo, who was overflowing with happiness.

He stared for a long time before turning his gaze away and walking straight toward Zhao Xiaochui.

Zhao Xiaochui and Yangyang were fighting over the last bag of spicy strips. There was a reason why Yangyang was in this situation—Guoguo, one of her saviors, was recognized as Yangyang's godmother.

Having successfully snagged the spicy strips, Zhao Xiaochui ate them with great satisfaction.

Suddenly, he stopped chewing, ignored the legal representative who greeted him, and turned to look at Guoguo.

The surge of heat within the body subsided after a moment.

Zhao Xiaochui turned back and continued eating the spicy strips.

But inwardly I sighed—what exactly did those scholars who lived in seclusion in the mountains in ancient times research?

The conditions for practicing ancient metaphysics are extremely demanding.

Zhao Xiaochui's感慨 came from Guoguo. That's right, her "beginner's" Six-Character Formula had just taken another big step forward.

Is it possible for other people to do this?

Excluding Liu Li, who was always by my side, those ten girls were still somewhat possible, but the others...

First, they need to have Guoguo's experience. Furthermore, after acquiring skills like Guoguo's that can lead to great wealth and status, they must maintain a stable mindset, focusing on 'cherishing' and 'protecting' rather than yearning for something far beyond their reach.

But this is a good thing. Guoguo's breakthrough means that a relaxed and leisurely future will only be brighter.

The pressure on Zhao Xiaochui has also lessened considerably.

He breathed a sigh of relief, then looked at the legal department:

"Why don't you leave?"

(End of this chapter)