Reborn in 1993, Dark Sea

One month later

"Stop! Xiao Hai wins this round."

"Senior, this isn't fair!" He Xiaohu cried out, "Xiao Hai's left hand isn't as fast as mine; I would have hit him in the chest first!"

"No, his real killing move isn't his left hand, it's his right foot. Once you hit his chest, you'll be infertile!" 099 shrugged and said.

099, the strongest combat expert in the Security Department, was personally reported by 027 and transferred here to train An Xiaohai for a month. In the best-of-nine-rounds combat match just now, An Xiaohai narrowly won 5:4.

"It's over, it's so embarrassing! Master was actually defeated by his disciple..." He Xiaohu said with a mournful face.

"You don't need to be discouraged," 099 smiled slightly. "You didn't lose because of your talent or skills, you lost because of your habits."

When you make a move and exert force, there are always some extremely subtle movements. Xiao Hai just noticed and remembered them, am I right, Xiao Hai?

"Senior is absolutely right!" An Xiaohai said while removing his protective gear. "This is all thanks to you, senior. If you hadn't reminded me, I wouldn't have known how to observe."

"Ah, do I really have so many weaknesses? What am I going to do in the future?!" He Xiaohu wailed.

"You don't need to worry so much," 099 said seriously. "The reason why Xiao Hai was able to see through and seize these subtle flaws in you is not because he is more capable than you, but because he has gradually become familiar with you."

"I practice with him every day, how come I can't see any obvious weaknesses in his moves?"

"Because he's been constantly improving, getting better every day, but it hasn't become a habit yet. You're different; you've been out of intensive training for several years now, and the habit is already formed."

However, you don't need to worry too much. Your weaknesses are very subtle and difficult to spot without prolonged combat. In reality, it's impossible for any enemy to fight you that many times.

Moreover, habits are not all bad. Everyone's body structure and reaction speed are different, so they will naturally form all kinds of habits, or you could call it muscle memory.

Muscle memory can improve your attack speed and power; it has its advantages and disadvantages. As long as it's not too obvious, it's not a big problem.

After comforting He Xiaohu, 099 turned to An Xiaohai: "Xiaohai, I've taught you everything I know. The rest depends on your long-term, persistent practice. So my mission is complete, and I'll be heading back to headquarters soon."

"So sudden? Senior, you've been here for so long, and I haven't even had a chance to properly entertain you!"

"Yes, senior, please wait until after dinner before you leave. I've learned a lot and improved quite a bit during this time, and I haven't had a chance to properly thank you!"

"Hehe, no need, you've already treated me very well. If I stay here any longer, I won't feel comfortable going back home!"

Xiao Hai, one last thing I have to remind you of.

Your physical condition, mental state, and reaction speed are all very good. You have mastered most of the theoretical knowledge, skills, and action points, and you also have some combat experience. However, this does not mean that you are already very strong.

Right now, you're fine dealing with ordinary people, but you'll have to be extra careful when you encounter professionals or expert players.

Especially professional players, they make a living from this. They train these things every day, especially explosive power and resilience. They are not on the same level as you.

Unless you put in the same amount of effort and time into training, it will be very difficult for you to surpass them in both areas.

Including Xiaohu, and you too, I have to remind you that fighting is not the whole story of your abilities; it only accounts for a small part of your professional field.

As a special operations officer in the security department, you must have a clear understanding and not place too much emphasis on this ability.

Combat skills are only for self-preservation when encountering the enemy, but real special agents cannot frequently encounter the enemy, understand?

"Understood, thank you for the reminder, senior!" He Xiaohu nodded seriously.

"Alright, that's all for now, goodbye, you two!"

"I'll take you!" An Xiaohai said, hastily wiping the sweat from his face with a towel.

"No need, it wouldn't be good for strangers to see. Let's say goodbye here!" 099 gently patted An Xiaohai's shoulder.

"Xiao Hai, thank you. You've provided a good way out for everyone."

We are all supported by the state, but the resettlement of our families has always been a major headache for our superiors. You have solved a huge problem for us. I thank you on behalf of everyone!

"These are all minor matters, and it's not mainly my achievement. It was Sister Xiaoyu who did all the work; I just offered some ideas."

"You! Let's not talk about these things anymore. Everything is understood without words. Goodbye!"

Goodbye, senior!

099 left, like a solitary traveler in the world, without even letting An Xiaohai and the others see him to the door. An Xiaohai and He Xiaohu took a quick shower and left the training room through two different exits.

The practice room is located in the Haixi Building. Mai Xiaoyu rented the entire floor, but now she doesn't need such a large area, so An Xiaohai set up this practice room on the opposite side of the office area.

An Xiaohai returned to his office, only to find Xu Congzhou already waiting there.

"Mr. Xu, what brings you here?" An Xiaohai was a little surprised. Xu Congzhou had just returned to Shenhai City by plane yesterday, and he had come again today.

"Hehe, I'm here to get your signature!" Xu Congzhou placed a document in front of An Xiaohai.

"It's done so quickly?!" An Xiaohai was startled after looking at the documents.

This is an exclusive entry agreement with several five-star hotels, which was only finalized in a meeting last week. I didn't expect Xu Congzhou to have already signed it. This document is the authorization to issue signing bonuses.

"It was Director Ye who handled it; he used the Huayun Group's connections."

No one had done this before, and it wouldn't have any negative impact on the hotel. It would provide another way to make money, so they readily agreed, and signed a 10-year contract.

"Oh, that's good..." An Xiaohai quickly signed Chen Maogan's name: "But you don't need to come to me for this kind of thing, you can just ask Sister Xiaoyu, right?"

"No, I have to talk to you!" Xu Congzhou approached mysteriously: "Tell the finance department that the business bonus will be paid in two installments. 8 yuan will be transferred to this account, and the remaining 2 yuan will be transferred to this account."

"Only talking to the finance department will get things done. That Lai guy is just too meticulous! Hehe!"

As Xu Congzhou spoke, he handed An Xiaohai a piece of paper with two account numbers written on it.

"Wow! No way! You dare to embezzle Director Ye's money?!"

"What do you mean by 'black'?!" Xu Congzhou's eyes widened. "I told him it was originally an 8 yuan reward!"

"Fine, I give up! I know why you came to me – you're afraid of being caught red-handed by Sister Xiaoyu!"

"Haha, I'm off! Remember to tell Xiao Lai!"

"Why are you in such a hurry? Have dinner before you leave."

"I have to go to the airport and train station. I feel like I'll be able to get the visa soon!"

This money is too easy to make. I'll get a commission on the water sold through these channels in the future. This is much better than selling tea. Who has time to eat with you? I'm leaving!

Xu Congzhou ran away in a flash. An Xiaohai boiled a pot of water to make tea. Before the water boiled, Mai Xiaoyu and Han Shasha arrived together.

"Mr. Chen, was that Mr. Xu who ran out just now?" Mai Xiaoyu asked as soon as she came in.

"Yes, he came to me asking for favors, saying the bonus would be paid in two installments, one of 8 and the other of 2, understand?"

"Wow, this guy's got some nerve!"

"Haha, how can you make money if you're timid? What do you want from me?"

"Let me tell you about my business first, it's simpler," Mai Xiaoyu said, sitting down and pouring herself a glass of water without any hesitation.

"Ah Huo called me. He said the bottled water is selling well in internet cafes, and he and Lao Ba want to take over the exclusive distribution rights for Shenhai City. Which distribution plan do you think we should pursue?"

"My suggestion is to go with the third agency plan. We won't charge a deposit or anything for the first batch of agents, but they will need to have a certain amount of stock."

"Okay, I also prefer this option."

"That's all?"

"There's something else, I'll tell you about it after you've finished talking with Sasha."

An Xiaohai turned to Han Shasha, whose eyes sparkled as she smiled and handed him a large stack of documents.

"The quotes from the two satellite TV stations, Haidong and Haixi, are out. The specific time slots, prices, and discounts are all here. I've compiled a price summary, which is on the last two pages."

An Xiaohai took the documents and flipped through them, glancing over the rest and focusing only on the total price.

Haidong TV is slightly more expensive, with an annual GG fee of nearly 700 million yuan, while Haixi TV is slightly cheaper, but still costs more than 500 million yuan.

"Ms. Han, are you familiar with the heads of both television stations who are in charge of operations?"

"It's alright, we're fairly familiar with each other, but I'm even more familiar with the director of Haidong TV station."

"Does this station director have any relatives or friends who run a 'GG' company outside, specializing in taking on 'GG' business for the TV station?"

"Mr. Chen is really amazing, he definitely has it."

"Okay then, I'll trouble you to go and talk to these companies again to see if you can get the price down. You can keep half of the reduction."

"real?!"

"Of course it's true, payment will be made immediately after the contract is signed."

"Great! I'll go talk to them right away!" Han Shasha immediately stood up.

"Don't rush, I still need to trouble you with something."

"Okay!" Han Shasha sat back down, her eyes sparkling as she looked at An Xiaohai. "So, what do you want me to do?"

"To become a producer."

"I'm a producer?!" Han Shasha was greatly surprised.