A perfect life begins with changing the timeline.

Chapter 196 is for display only.

Although Huang Feng made it sound nice, saying that he had arranged for a friend to run a wine tasting place... in reality, the place, which appeared to be selling imported wines, was actually a nightclub.

But I have to admit, the service is truly top-notch.

This was truly his first time in such a place... no, it should be said that it was his second time.

But he blacked out the first time.

So this is considered a first-time experience.

And when he sat in that luxurious KTV room, looking at the rows of girls who looked "stunningly beautiful" under the lights, he had to admit... he was actually quite restless.

The two girls sat down next to each other, and when they learned that Li Mu didn't smoke, one of the girls immediately went to arrange for cigars.

Cigars, spirits, and the scent of perfume... and two girls singing nearby...

One thing he had to admit was that his impression of Huang Feng had become "good".

That's just how men are.

Even if it was just for show, we fought side by side, we... right?

That's how feelings developed.

What's strange about this drinking party is that Huang Feng didn't need anything from him.

The selection of the four most promising young actresses has been completed.

He came on behalf of the company to express his gratitude.

So there's no need for any networking. Once the two girls sit down next to him, one throws herself into his arms, and the other uses fine wine and cigars to entice him... Even if he's trying to control himself, he can't say he dislikes this kind of situation.

Even if it was just an act, at least the show was quite entertaining.

Throughout the entire process, Fan Bingbing did not call to check up on him or anything like that.

They played until after midnight, and when they felt it was about time, Li Mu suggested that they call it a night.

He has to go to work tomorrow.

Huang Feng naturally followed the host's lead.

As for tonight's expenses, Li Mu had no idea how much they would amount to.

But when he left, the people from the liquor store brought him a two-bottle Macallan gift set and a box of cigars.

They saved face for Huang Feng and also fulfilled their due respect to Li Mu.

In the end, it was Huang Feng who arranged for a driver to take Li Mu back.

When Li Mu got into the car, Huang Feng, who was either truly drunk or feigning stagger, said:

"Li Ji, I brought you a few bottles of Moutai. I came to Guangzhou in a hurry this time, so it wouldn't be appropriate to come empty-handed. Don't be upset, Li Ji. Contact me next time you go to Yanjing, and we'll drink until we drop."

Li Mu looked like he was really drunk; he was nodding so much that he was swaying from side to side.

"Definitely, definitely..."

Finally, the car door closed, and after hearing the address Li Mu gave, the driver drove off smoothly.

The dinner party was coming to an end.

Throughout the journey, Li Mu remained silent, simply leaning back in the back seat and sending a message to his girlfriend on his phone:

"it's over."

The other party did not reply.

They should be resting.

But two more messages appeared on the other phone.

One of them is by Zhang Jingchu:

"Brother Li, you seem a little drunk. Remember to pour yourself a glass of warm water before bed. Please take care of yourself. Looking forward to seeing you again next time."

The other one is Yang Mi's:

"Brother Li, this is Yang Mi. We're back at the hotel. I got your phone number from Sister Xiao Chu and sent you this message. I hope I didn't bother you. Thank you for your care tonight."

Li Mu looked at the two messages, thought for a moment, and then casually forwarded them to his girlfriend.

He wasn't drunk.

He wasn't drunk.

Even tonight, when he was with those two girls, he was just in a better mood and didn't do anything out of line.

However, there are some things that still need to be reported, after all, the example of "Frowning Guy" is there for all to see.

Then, the driver drove smoothly all the way to Mingya Garden and said he would take Li Mu inside.

Li Mu didn't allow it. After getting out of the car, the driver jogged to the trunk and carried out a whole case of Moutai, plus a Moutai bag, the Macallan gift bag, and a cigar bag...

To be honest, Li Mu's first reaction was one of confusion.

Regardless of why Huang Feng "falsely reported the situation," mentioning several bottles of Moutai...

Since it was already delivered in boxes, why did you send two extra boxes...?

But no matter what, there were so many things that it was difficult for Li Mu to carry them all by himself.

So he didn't refuse the driver's offer to take him inside.

The two got back into the car, and after Li Mu told the gatekeeper, the car went directly into the underground parking garage.

Soon, the driver, carrying the box, and Li Mu, carrying the bag, entered the elevator together and returned home.

"Mr. Li, then I'll take my leave."

"Okay, thank you."

"You're too kind, it's my pleasure."

The driver politely took his leave.

Li Mu didn't look at these things; it was already 1 a.m., and he needed to go to sleep.

And so, the night passed quickly.

The next morning, with swollen eyes, he glanced at the time and rushed out the door to go to work.

He didn't receive a call from his girlfriend until after he had finished clocking in.

"Feed".

"I saw your message. How was your time last night?"

"Hmm... to be honest, it's quite thoughtful."

Li Mu, holding the phone, greeted Sui Kuan, who was also walking briskly and panting, and watched the fat man go inside to clock in before saying:

"Whether it was eating or going to the nightclub later, the atmosphere was great."

"Of course, agents will definitely protect their actors' interests. Do you know how much commercial income and value a top-tier actress like Zhou Xun can bring? She gets it all for free, just like Xu Jinglei. If it were an ordinary reporter, they wouldn't send a jade carving to you by their assistant during the Lunar New Year. And those two girls were definitely arranged on purpose..."

"How so?"

"Isn't it pretty?"

"Not bad, but you definitely can't compare. One of you graduated from the Central Academy of Drama, and the other is a regular model for Rayli magazine."

"Hehehe..."

The big star who had been analyzing things so logically on the other end of the phone immediately let out a somewhat coquettish laugh.

"The fact that these two were at the drinking party, but didn't go to the nightclub with you and Huang Feng... means that at least they didn't intend to sleep with you."

"Sis, wait a minute..."

Upon hearing this, Li Mu immediately interrupted her:

"Why should I let them climb into my bed... Besides, don't be ridiculous. Am I crazy? It's illegal."

"Alright, no need to explain, I'm not blaming you... Didn't I tell you yesterday that this kind of thing is all too common in our circle? Putting aside everything else, which business bureau doesn't have us 'pretty faces' around? You don't blame me, so I certainly won't blame you. So you don't need to explain to me; I'm just trying to analyze the situation for you. What I mean is, these two girls are not for sale by Rong Xinda... um, no, that's not quite right. Perhaps they could be traded, but at least the other party isn't you. You understand what I mean?"

Seeing that she really didn't blame him, Li Mu breathed a sigh of relief and stopped pretending to be innocent, replying:

"I understand. They basically just wanted me to take a look and get acquainted with them. During dinner, Huang Feng asked me quite a few questions about our publications. I reckon these two are the ones Rong Xinda is most interested in and plans to promote."

To put it simply, it means one thing: not for sale - for display only.

"Yes, that's the idea. Get to know them first, then become familiar with them. I reckon... in the next couple of years when you're dealing with people from Rongxinda, these two will definitely be a part of it."

"Please, please don't! Zhang Jingchu is one thing, but what's with that girl Yang Mi? Bringing a juice to the Commerce Bureau? Doesn't she make everyone feel awkward?"

"But didn't you also say that the girl is a regular model for Rayli magazine? Rayli mainly focuses on young girls. These kinds of girls are easy to find, cheap, and plentiful. But for her to become a regular model at this age means she must be quite pretty. At her age, if she's pretty, that's equivalent to unlimited potential, so it's normal for her to be promoted."

"Maybe... I'm too lazy to think about it."

"Hehe, you've worked hard. This industry is quite chaotic, it's normal that you're not used to it."

The big star promptly offered his kind greetings:

"I'll probably be busy for a few more days, but I'll come find you when I'm done. Then... I'll take good care of you, okay?"

"Um……"

Li Mu responded and then stated his conditions:

"I also want you to wear those tight-fitting leggings... but not leggings."

"Hehe, okay, I'll go buy some in the next few days. Um... do you want some stockings?"

"..."

Li Mu remained silent.

I have a feeling... she helped me discover something incredible.

However, Sui Kuan had already arrived, so he couldn't continue the conversation and could only say:

"We'll see later, I'm going to work now."

"Mmm, I love you, kiss kiss..."

"Uh-huh."

Beep beep, the call ended.

Looking at the unsteady-looking Fatty Sui, Li Mu asked in bewilderment:

"What did you do yesterday? You're exhausted!"

"...Hehehe."

have to.

When Li Mu saw the fat man's lewd smile, he knew... he had asked the wrong question.

But just because he doesn't ask doesn't mean others won't tell him.

"I didn't get back from Dongguan until after 3 a.m.... Look."

He lifted his shirt, revealing his flowery belly...

But the focus wasn't on her belly, but rather on the red scratches on her back.

"you……???"

Li Mu's first thought was that the fat man had been whipped with a small leather whip.

"They just opened a new Thai-Chinese fusion massage place over there, oh my, it's so amazing! I can't stop going! Want to come with me? I'm going again this week! Hey... why?"

"Go back to work, stay away from you, I'm afraid you'll catch a disease and infect me."

"Hahaha……"

The fat man behind him was laughing heartily.

And so, a busy day came to an end.

At night, Li Mu returned home as usual, and as soon as he entered the door, he saw Moutai and cigars placed on the ground.

He didn't think much of it and planned to put all the wine on the cabinet next to the kitchen, just to make it look nice.

As for the price of these Moutai bottles...

He really doesn't see it.

Even the wheelchair-bound guy mentioned that he could have stockpiled some Moutai shares in 2002, and that they would have increased more than 300 times in a dozen years.

How much?

There must be a lot.

Even without considering stock splits and dividends, a multiplier of one million by more than three hundred times would amount to three hundred million.

But it's still too slow.

Putting everything else aside, NetEase alone will reach $7.65 per share by the end of this year, while Moutai's current share price of over 30 yuan will not reach over 2,000 yuan for more than ten years... With that kind of spare money, he could earn more by doing anything else.

As he pondered this, he opened the box, but when he picked up the Moutai gift bag next to it, he suddenly discovered... there was only one box of Moutai inside.

There was also a folded file folder inside.

?

A few seconds later, he opened the file folder and saw what was inside.

one two Three……

Fifty thousand yuan.

"..."

In 2001, the average monthly income in Guangzhou was 1845 yuan.

Note that this refers to the average wage of employees, including those in state-owned and collective enterprises.

Rounding down, let's say it's two thousand dollars...

Clutching the heavy 50,000 yuan in his hand, Li Mu sighed inexplicably:

"Tsk."