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

Over the next three days, Ye Chen resumed his normal life as a college student.

I attend classes during the day.

I processed a few company messages during the break.

In the evening, I change into my workout clothes and go for a few laps around the track.

Since their first night run together, although neither of them has ever formally made plans, 8 p.m. has become their default running time.

Every night when Ye Chen went to the playground, he could see Li Xue at the entrance of the track.

Sometimes she arrives first, sometimes he arrives first.

Those who arrive first don't rush each other; they simply stretch their bodies under the streetlights and wait for the other person to appear before walking side-by-side onto the track in perfect unison.

That evening, as soon as Ye Chen walked onto the playground, he saw Li Xue standing under a street lamp, stretching her ankles, with two bottles of water beside her.

He glanced down at the time.

8:58.

"Senior is two minutes early today."

Li Xue bent down, picked up a bottle of water, and casually tossed it to him.

"What, you get points deducted for being late?"

"No, that's not it."

Ye Chen caught the water, unscrewed the cap, and took a sip.

"I never expected that we would actually be able to fix the schedule."

Li Xue glanced at him, and the corners of her lips slightly turned up.

"Don't flatter yourself, I just happen to be free at this time."

"clear."

Ye Chen nodded and stepped onto the track.

"I just happen to have free time every day."

Li Xue was amused and followed him.

The two jogged side by side.

"The welfare booklet proposal is complete."

When Li Xue got down to business, her breathing remained steady.

"We first contacted more than 30 stores outside the school to get discounts and free gifts, and then we talked to the telecom operators."

"The first company was originally only willing to offer eight thousand."

"I heard that two other companies are also in contact, and yesterday they proactively increased the price to 25,000."

Ye Chen nodded.

"What about the other two?"

"30,000 per family, 28,000 per family, plus tents, gifts and staff for the welcome event."

Li Xue turned her head to look at him.

"The total sponsorship amount is four times higher than originally planned."

"Those people in the department who opposed you before, now they wish they could worship you."

Ye Chen was amused.

"No, I'm not a bodhisattva, why would you make offerings to me?"

"I'm doing fine, and I'm not considering posting this on the wall for the time being."

Li Xue stumbled for a moment, then glared at him with a smile.

"Can't you be serious for once?"

"I've always been very serious."

Ye Chen explained in a very serious manner.

"What the operators are buying is not the failure of the gala, but the consumption gateway for freshmen for the next few years. The more intense the competition among the three, the more bargaining chips the school gains."

"If we succeed in the first year, we can replicate this model in the future."

After listening, Li Xue remained silent for a few steps.

"Zhang Kai was nitpicking again at the meeting today."

He said that the External Relations Department received so much sponsorship, but in the end, it was the student council's overall performance that mattered, and it couldn't be attributed to any one person.

Ye Chen turned his head to look at her: "What did you say?"

"I said the credit should go to the student council, no problem."

Li Xue paused, then a slight smile appeared on her lips.

"However, since he thinks there is a problem with the plan, he can come up with a better one. As long as we can get the sponsorship back, our external relations department will still cooperate."

"and then?"

"Then he looked down at the materials."

Ye Chen chuckled.

"It seems he's just interested in sharing the credit."

Li Xue couldn't help but laugh, her laughter echoing across the track.

After running three laps, Ye Chen, as usual, did not linger.

"Senior, tomorrow's a holiday, wishing you a happy National Day in advance."

Li Xue wiped the sweat from her forehead.

When are you coming back?

"We'll see."

Li Xue glanced at him and added, "Remember to let me know when you get back, so that no one can't find you again."

Ye Chen paused, then raised an eyebrow with a smile: "What, are you really going to check up on me?"

Li Xue crossed her arms and looked at him confidently: "Of course we have to investigate. After all, that person has a criminal record. He just disappears without a word. Who knows if he'll do it again this time?"

"That was an accident last time," Ye Chen said, smiling as he backed away. "Alright, this time I'll definitely report my schedule in a timely manner and won't give Minister Li a chance to check up on me."

You had better keep your word.

"Yes, ma'am."

Ye Chen waved to her, then turned and ran towards the dormitory.

Li Xue stood there, watching his figure disappear into the exit of the playground, before picking up another unopened bottle of water.

This junior is great in every way.

It's just too slippery.

Back in his dorm, Ye Chen had barely sat down when his phone rang several times in a row.

Shen Anran: "What time is your train?"

Ye Chen: "I live farther than you; I won't arrive until the next morning."

Shen Anran: "So late? Be careful on the road, and let me know when you arrive."

Ye Chen: "Okay, let's have dinner together when we get back."

Half a minute later, Shen Anran sent a nodding emoji.

Then he added another sentence.

"It's settled then."

News about Xu Jiao quickly followed.

"Are you leaving right away since tomorrow is a holiday?"

Ye Chen replied, "Yeah, I'll pack up and leave after school, since it's a bit far."

Xu Jiao: "So eager? I thought you'd stay at school for another day."

Ye Chen: "What, you don't want me to leave?"

Xu Jiao: "I was just asking casually, in case you were in a hurry on the way."

Ye Chen: "Don't worry, I'll be careful. I'll accept your concern in person when I get back."

Xu Jiao: "Who wants to show concern for you in person?"

At the same time, Gu Yuxuan also sent a message.

"The station will be crowded tomorrow, so please be careful on the road and keep an eye on your luggage."

Ye Chen replied, "I know, I'll be careful. You too, be careful on the road."

Xia Shiqing sent an invitation directly.

"Are you free after the National Day holiday? I haven't made up for the meal I owe you."

Ye Chen: "I'll pay you back first. Is there interest?"

Xia Shiqing: "Yes, you'll find out when you get back."

Ye Chen glanced at it for two seconds, replied with a smiley face, and didn't continue the conversation.

Sun Haoyu peeked out from the top bunk and stared at the phone in his hand for a couple of seconds.

"Old Ye, why aren't you sleeping so late? Which pretty girl are you chatting with again?"

"A friend."

Ye Chen's expression remained unchanged.

"Male or female?"

"Are you checking my household registration?"

"You said you were a guy earlier," Sun Haoyu said confidently. "What are you talking about? Let me hear it too."

"We didn't talk much, just asked if I was going home for National Day."

"You call this not talking about anything?" Sun Haoyu suddenly perked up. "Would ordinary friends ask you late at night if you're going home?"

Ye Chen glanced at him.

It's only 9:30 now.

"What's wrong with 9:30? 9:30 is the perfect time for feelings to blossom."

"No wonder you stay up all night every day."

Sun Haoyu was stunned for a moment.

"What does this have to do with me staying up late?"

"Wait until the relationship warms up."

"Depend on."

Sun Haoyu grabbed a pillow and threw it at Ye Chen, but Ye Chen raised his hand to block it.

Ye Chen ignored him and placed his phone face down on the table.

"Go to sleep."

"Didn't I tell you?"

Sun Haoyu remained silent for two seconds before quietly retreating to his upper bunk.

"Never mind, I didn't ask."

The dormitory quieted down, and Ye Chen glanced at his phone again, but his mind was filled with thoughts of his National Day plans.