We agreed not to date, so why are you crying now that I've become the richest man?

"This is called intellectual property rights awareness."

Ye Chen explained in a very serious manner:

"Code is like instant noodles in the dorm."

"If you don't clearly state whose it is beforehand, you won't even know whose stomach it ends up in."

Xu Man's lips twitched, but she stubbornly refused to accept this fallacy.

She placed another application form on the table.

"That concludes the academy's terms."

Now tell me your requirements.

Ye Chen sat up straighter.

"My request is very simple."

"In the future, if something comes up unexpectedly, the leave application process will be simpler."

Xu Man frowned slightly.

"Be more specific."

"I will attend the classes as usual."

Ye Chen tapped the test report on the table.

"However, I may need to leave the school temporarily in the future if there are any emergencies."

"If it really comes to that, I'll let you know in advance."

He paused, then added:

"Don't make me fill out a form, get the teacher's signature, and then submit an explanation just to ask for half a day off."

"Once the formalities are completed, everything should be settled."

Xu Man stared at him.

"You mean, from now on, you'll just report to me directly if you need anything, instead of going through the regular leave application process?"

"almost."

Ye Chen nodded.

"I still attend classes normally most of the time, but when I encounter emergencies, I hope the procedures can be more flexible."

"I will tell you in advance where I am going and how long I will be back."

"If things are too urgent and I don't have time to tell you in advance, I will send you a message in time and I will not lose contact with you for no reason."

Xu Man did not answer immediately.

She glanced down at the test report on the table.

The retest results on the first page were all marked "passed," and several teachers from the experimental center had signed them.

This program truly proved Ye Chen's abilities.

His talk of starting a business was not an excuse to skip classes.

Even if the college encourages students to start their own businesses, it is impossible to give a freshman unlimited freedom.

"Ye Chen, I can make things convenient for you."

Xu Man tapped the tabletop with the tip of her pen.

"But that doesn't mean you can come and go as you please in the future."

"I know."

"Formal examinations and professional assessments must be taken without absence."

"Can."

"College projects must be delivered on schedule and cannot be delayed because of your own issues."

"certainly."

"besides."

Xu Man looked at him, her tone becoming more serious.

"This convenience comes with one condition: it cannot interfere with your normal studies."

"If there are any issues with your attendance, grades, or project progress, I will cancel this arrangement immediately."

"When the time comes, fill out the forms and sign the documents as required; don't skip any steps."

Ye Chen agreed readily.

"no problem."

Xu Man looked at him for two more seconds before pulling the application form in front of her.

"The college can give you a one-month trial period first."

"During the trial period, classes will proceed as normal. If there is an emergency, you can report it to me directly without submitting a separate leave slip or having to go back and forth to get the teacher's signature."

"But every time I ask for leave, I record the reason and the time."

She pushed the application form in front of Ye Chen.

"Did you hear me clearly?"

"clear."

Ye Chen picked up the pen and signed his name directly in the applicant's column.

The action was swift and decisive, without the slightest hesitation.

Xu Man watched him finish signing, slightly surprised.

"Won't you reconsider?"

"What's there to consider?"

Ye Chen capped the pen.

"I never intended to skip class every day."

"I just don't want to spend all my time proving that I really have an emergency when something urgent comes up."

Xu Man's lips twitched slightly.

This sounds like fallacy, but it actually makes some sense.

She picked up a pen and signed her name in the counselor's comments section.

"Remember what you said today."

"No one may be absent from exams, assessments, and important events; projects must be delivered on time."

"In addition, if something comes up unexpectedly, just send me a message to report it; there's no need for layers of signatures."

"clear."

Ye Chen looked at the signed application form and nodded in satisfaction.

"Don't worry, Teacher Xu."

"My greatest strength is that I follow the rules."

Xu Man looked up at him.

"You'd better be."

After saying that, he didn't give Xu Man a chance to continue scolding her and turned to slip out of the office.

The sunlight was bright in the corridor.

Ye Chen took out his phone and sent a message to Sun Haoyu.

"It's settled. If you need to take leave in the future, just let me know."

The message had barely been sent when the other end replied with three question marks.

Then another one came in.

"Weren't you going to sign the disciplinary action?"

Ye Chen glanced at it and couldn't help but smile.

I walked to a quiet shady spot outside the teaching building and dialed Han Yue's number.

The call was answered quickly.

"Mr. Ye."

"How's the company doing?"

Han Yue skipped the pleasantries and began her report immediately.

"The servers for both games are currently stable, and there are no abnormalities in overseas revenue."

"New employees have been joining the company one after another, and new projects are progressing as planned."

"The Hong Kong Island trading team has completed the division of accounts and operational permissions according to a three-tiered isolation scheme."

"Li Zhiwei and the other two individuals have independent authority, and large transactions require double confirmation."

"There are currently no emergencies that require your personal attention."

"good."

Ye Chen responded.

A team that comes to a standstill without a boss isn't a team; it's just a group of people waiting for instructions.

Now that each department can operate independently, Star Interactive has truly established its framework.

I'm going back to my hometown for National Day.

"Take a count of how many employees are staying in Shanghai during the holiday and don't plan to go out."

"Technology, servers, and operations—there needs to be someone responding every day."

Han Yue immediately asked:

"Schedule shifts?"

Yes, but it can't be forced.

Ye Chen leaned against the tree, his tone becoming serious.

"Voluntary shifts will be paid at three times the normal rate."

"Staff on duty can also choose to take time off after the holiday; both benefits are mentioned in the notice."

"Administrative, artistic, and other positions that do not affect online business should be given leave if possible."

"All shift schedules should be posted in advance, so we don't have to find people to fill in on the last day."

There was a two-second pause on the other end of the phone.

Han Yue seemed to be confirming that she hadn't misheard.

"Triple pay and post-holiday time off in lieu, both?"

"Yes, we have them all."

"In addition, the company will fully reimburse meal allowances and taxi fares during shifts."

Han Yue burst out laughing on the other end of the line.

"My dear Boss Ye, with these terms, forget about working shifts, they'd probably be fighting to come to the company for the New Year!"

"Haha, is it that exaggerated?" Ye Chen laughed, in a good mood. "Then let's do a lottery or a schedule to ensure fairness. Those who don't get a turn this year will have priority next year."

He glanced at the night view outside the window, and his tone calmed down.

"It's only natural for employees not to want to work overtime."

"Employees who are willing to stay are showing their goodwill and sense of responsibility, and the company must give them sufficient respect and reward."

His voice came through the receiver, clear and firm.

"Our goal is to enable everyone to live with confidence and dignity, rather than letting the company, this machine, devour everyone's lives."

"Go ahead and do it."

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone, then Han Yue's voice carried a hint of emotion.

"Okay, Mr. Ye... I understand. It's a blessing to have a boss like you. I'll make the arrangements right away."