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Wang Manni replied: "I can't make much money unless I meet a big client, but this is all hard-earned money. In a place like Shanghai, it's barely enough to live on."

Zhou Chen smiled and said, "Earning money in any industry is hard work. With your conditions, if you do a live broadcast, you may make more than you do selling luxury goods."

Wang Manni is indeed good-looking. Relying on her looks, she could probably make a lot of money just by singing or acting cute. After all, she is in sales, so it goes without saying that she is eloquent.

"I really can't do that. I'm not used to live streaming in front of people. It feels a bit fake. If my parents knew about it, they would probably beat me to death."

"That's right. The older generation really can't accept that kind of live broadcast."

"You are in sales, so you should have a good eye. Look at me, what do you think I do?"

Zhou Chen's question made Wang Manni fall into deep thought. She asked tentatively, "Finance?"

In her mind, finance seems to be the most profitable.

"Haha, I have done this before, but this is not what I am doing now..."

Zhou Chen and Wang Manni started chatting like this for more than half an hour. Zhou Chen's knowledge and conversation made Wang Manni look at him with admiration.

Although she didn't understand a lot of what Zhou Chen said, she had a feeling of awe. The man in front of her seemed to be shrouded in mystery. No matter what she said, Zhou Chen could always connect with her. Her knowledge was really too shallow in front of Zhou Chen.

If she thought Zhou Chen was just rich before, now she had to admit that Zhou Chen was better and more outstanding than any man of the same age she had ever met.

In front of Zhou Chen, she was like Cinderella, dirty and worthless. If it weren't for Zhou Chen buying things for her, they would probably never have any intersection in their lives.

"Hmm, it seems like something is missing."

After chatting for so long, Zhou Chen seemed to remember something, and then stood up: "Wait a moment."

Wang Manni didn't understand what was going on, but soon she saw Zhou Chen bring over a bottle of red wine and put it on the coffee table.

"You know how to open a bottle of red wine, right? Open it and let's drink some together."

Wang Manni was startled. Drinking in a man's house felt so wrong. Could it be that Zhou Chen had feelings for her?

Seeing that Wang Manni didn't make a move, Zhou Chen deliberately asked: "Why? You don't think this wine suits your taste? It doesn't matter. I have a lot in my wine cabinet. I can take you to choose."

"No, no, it's not about the wine, I just, just."

"So you think the person is not right and don't want to drink with me?" Zhou Chen continued his offensive.

"You misunderstood. That's not what I meant. What I meant was that I haven't gotten off work yet. If I drink now, it will be difficult to go back later."

Wang Manni quickly explained that it was true that she had not left work because she was usually the last one to leave the store.

Zhou Chen said: "It's okay. If it's not convenient to go back, then you don't have to go back. Just stay here. I have a lot of empty rooms here. You can choose one."

"what?"

These words almost broke Wang Manni's defense. Why was it so sudden and direct?

Zhou Chen had been staring at Wang Manni, looking at her expression, and found that she was just surprised, but did not refuse immediately, so he had an idea in his mind.

"Why, do you think I'm not good enough for you?"

Facing Zhou Chen's burning gaze, Wang Manni's heart suddenly beat faster, but she also felt a little uncomfortable.

"Mr. Zhou, you misunderstood. I'm not the person you think I am?"

Even the way he addressed me changed back, as if he was really angry.

Zhou Chen asked back: "Do you think I treat you as that kind of person?"

Wang Manni explained seriously: "Although I am just a salesperson, I also have my own bottom line and dignity. I will not sell myself for money."

"Sometimes the more inferior a person is, the more they emphasize themselves. I never said you were that kind of person. It was you who put yourself in that position."

"I do not have."

Zhou Chen said: "Everything depends on your consent. It is undeniable that I do have a good impression of you. If you are willing, you can stay tonight."

Wang Manni stood up and said, "Mr. Zhou, I know that a small person like me is worthless in your eyes, but I also have my own bottom line. I can run errands for you and cook for you, but if you think I am that kind of casual person, then you are wrong."

Seeing Wang Manni getting excited, Zhou Chen said calmly: "I don't think you are a casual person, and I won't be with casual people. Like I just said, I have a good impression of you and think we can continue to develop. And if you are with me, I guarantee that what you gain will far exceed what you lose. Oh, no, you will not lose anything."

Wang Manni looked unhappy. She did have ideas about Zhou Chen, but what she wanted was to become Zhou Chen's girlfriend, or to marry into Zhou Chen's wealthy family, rather than just spending the night at Zhou Chen's house and becoming a lover of little status, or even not even a lover.

"Mr. Zhou, I'm sorry, I've stayed here long enough. I still have work to do in the store, so I'll go back first."

Wang Manni wanted to leave, but Zhou Chen did not stop her. He just said slowly, "Go back and think about it carefully. Opportunities don't come every day. I am a man of my word. I don't ask you to pay much, and I won't stop you from getting married and having children, but what I can give you is definitely something you can't imagine in your lifetime."

He didn't know whether Wang Manni was pretending to be polite, or whether she was really a little indignant in her heart, but he didn't care.

He was not making malicious speculations, but how could a sales lady like Wang Manni, who faces wealthy customers every day for several years, remain chaste?

It's just a pipe dream, it's impossible.

Today Zhou Chen was just testing. If Wang Manni really resisted, or even left cursing, he had other ways to deal with it, but they might be more despicable.

But looking at Wang Manni's attitude, she was resistant, but it was more like a pretense, so Zhou Chen did not take the opportunity to force her, but prepared to give her some time to buffer.

Wang Manni was a little moved, but she still insisted. She understood men. Sometimes the more they couldn't get something, the more they wanted it. Since Zhou Chen had feelings for her, this was her asset.

In the end, Wang Manni left, but Zhou Chen was not disappointed. Instead, he showed a meaningful smile. He was sure that Wang Manni was already moved, but she still wanted more.

In that case, he had to take action.

After Wang Manni came out of Junyue Mansion, she kept taking deep breaths. Just now, she almost couldn't help but pounce on Zhou Chen.

Although she didn't know what Zhou Chen would give her, based on her two encounters with Zhou Chen, he was obviously not a stingy person. As long as she nodded, she might get a lot tomorrow.

But she still restrained herself. It was not because she didn't want it, nor was it because she was really noble, but because she wanted to get more.

"It's a pity that although he has a crush on me, he just wants to get me. But I won't give up."

Zhou Chen wants her, which Wang Manni thinks is a kind of capital. If she wants to get more, it depends on whether she has the ability. If she can become Zhou Chen's wife, then she can get whatever she wants.

If Zhou Chen knew what she was thinking, he would definitely sneer at her. This woman is indeed a dreamer.

When I returned to the store, it was already past eight o'clock. Most of the sales staff had left, and only the deputy store manager stayed.

As the deputy store manager, she usually leaves early, but this time she wanted to wait for news from Wang Manni, so she stayed in the store.

"Manni, you are finally back."

"Deputy store manager, why haven't you gone back yet?"

"I was waiting for you. Why did you take so long? Could it be that?"

The deputy store manager gave a meaningful smile. To be honest, this kind of thing was not new in their line of work. It was just a matter of exposure or not.

Wang Manni quickly explained: "Deputy store, that's not true, you misunderstood, Mr. Zhou's nanny was not at home, so he asked me to cook a meal for him."

The deputy store manager looked it up and down, and then did not say anything more on this issue. Instead, he asked, "How is the 20th floor of Grand Hyatt Mansion? Is it particularly luxurious?"

Recalling Zhou Chen's house, Wang Manni exclaimed: "It's more than luxurious. I've never seen such a magnificent house in my life. The cloakroom inside is bigger than my bedroom, not to mention the other things."

"Of course he is the head of the Zhou family, a family of medicinal herbs in East China, and a famous tycoon in Magic City. The house in Grand Hyatt is probably just one of his many houses."

"Deputy store manager, do you know Zhou Chen's identity?"

The deputy store manager nodded and said, "Well, I just communicated with the store manager. Based on the house in Junyue Mansion, I found out his identity. He is from the Zhou family."

"The Zhou family is a herbal medicine family that has existed since the Republic of China. It has a history of more than 100 years and has always been a famous herbal medicine merchant in East China. The Huaxing Group controlled by the Zhou family has assets exceeding 10 billion, but this is probably just the Zhou family's open industry. The family may have a deeper foundation in secret, and the Zhou family is a famous wealthy family in Magic City."

For a family to be called a wealthy family, it takes at least several decades and generations of hard work. Only a family that has been passed down for several generations without decline can be considered a wealthy family.

Wang Manni was really shocked when she heard that Zhou Chen's assets exceeded 10 billion. This was many times richer than she had imagined, and his background was also more noble than she thought.

The deputy store manager continued, "How rich he is actually has little to do with us. But you, Manni, you have to seize this super big customer."

Wang Manni thought about how she had just rejected Zhou Chen, and she didn't know if she would anger him, so she could only reluctantly respond, "I understand."

Seeing that Wang Manni was a little distracted, the deputy store manager emphasized again: "Manni, you have to be serious. You know, Mr. Zhou just called our store and recharged 10 million yuan to our store."

"What, ten million?"

Wang Manni screamed in surprise. Although there were VIP customers in their store, almost no one would recharge. Most people would pay on the spot when buying things, or at most pay in advance. It was definitely the first time in history that someone like Zhou Chen recharged 10 million at one time.

Wouldn’t it be nice to deposit 10 million in the bank and earn interest?

"Yes, that's why I'll let you grasp it. There are many big customers who come to our store, but big customers as generous as Mr. Zhou are really rare. If you can rely on such a big customer, you really don't have to worry about performance in the future."

The deputy store manager spoke to Wang Manni earnestly. She was older and more realistic than Wang Manni. If she could meet such a big customer, she would have no problem doing anything.

Wang Manni was depressed and didn't know how to answer. She knew the truth, but she had more ideas and bigger ambitions. She was no longer satisfied with her own performance, and she wanted to become a wealthy wife.

"We will have new products arriving in our store tomorrow. Please contact Mr. Zhou to see if he is interested. He has deposited 10 million with us, so we must provide him with God-like service."

Wang Manni could only nod and say, "Well, I will try my best."

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When Zhou Chen got up the next day, Mother Yang had already cleaned the dining room and kitchen and made breakfast for him.

"Aunt Yang, I'll be back for lunch at noon. Let's make some Huaiyang dishes today."

"Okay, Master."

The reason why Yang Ma has been working in the Zhou family for twenty years is not just because she is hardworking, but also because she is an excellent cook and is proficient in various cuisines.

Zhou Chen still has to go to the company today, because Lao Qian had mobilized the Human Resources Department to select a new secretary for him yesterday. The screening will be done in the morning, and he will have to go there in person to select in the afternoon.

After all, she is a secretary. Professionalism is important, but being pleasing to the eye is equally important.

But today he was not driving himself, but his driver, Yang Ma's son, Cao Chengrui.

Cao Chengrui was the original body's driver. His personality was very similar to Yang Ma's. He was diligent, never gossiped, and was a taciturn person.

Because of this personality and because of Yang's mother, the original body trusted him very much and had been working as his driver for the past few years.

Cao Chengrui was waiting for him at the gate of Grand Hyatt Mansion early, so Zhou Chen did not go to the underground parking lot. Instead, he took the elevator to the first floor and prepared to go out from the lobby.

As a high-end residential area, there are no residents on the first floor of Grand Hyatt Mansion. Instead, it is staffed by property management staff, which is somewhat similar to the front desk service of a star-rated hotel.

"Mr. Zhou."

When Zhou Chen walked into the hall, the staff saw him and immediately greeted him respectfully.

The property staff who have been working at Grand Hyatt Mansion all year round are familiar with all the owners of Grand Hyatt Mansion. Even someone like Zhou Chen who rarely shows up, they can recognize him at the first sight.

Zhou Chen just nodded at them without saying anything and continued walking towards the door.

Just as he was about to reach the door, suddenly a small figure came running over and was about to bump into him.

Zhou Chen was quick-witted and quick-handed. He quickly reached out and supported the little figure that was rushing over.

"Little boy, don't run around in crowded places, or you'll bump into others."

Having been a pediatrician for decades, Zhou Chen truly loves children. Seeing the little boy who had not yet come to his senses, he said with a smile.

At the same time, a man and a woman walked in from the door, trotted over, and squatted down at the same time. The woman nervously held the little boy.

"Zi Yan, how is it, did you get hit?"

"Mom, I'm fine."

At this time, several property staff members behind also ran over quickly.

"Mr. Zhou, are you okay?"

Two staff members, a man and a woman, saw the family of three squatting down and immediately asked, "Jia Jie, is Zi Yan okay?"

The woman stood up after hearing this. She first replied, "Zi Yan is fine."

Then he said to Zhou Chen with full apology: "Sir, we didn't take good care of the child and almost bumped into you. I'm so sorry."

Zhou Chen smiled and said, "It's okay. It's the nature of children to be naughty. Just try to be more careful in the future."

Hearing the property manager's address, he had already vaguely guessed the identities of this family of three.

At this time, Xiao Zhang, a property staff member, introduced: "Sister Jia, this Mr. Zhou is also an owner of our Junyue Mansion. He lives above you, on the 20th floor."

Then he introduced Zhou Chen: "Mr. Zhou, this is Jia Jie and her husband and children. They live on the twelfth floor and are preparing to move in today."

Upon hearing that Zhou Chen was also an owner, Gu Jia's eyes suddenly lit up. The reason why she spent a huge amount of money to move to Grand Hyatt Residence was, firstly, to give her son a good start, and secondly, for the environment here.

As a high-end residential area, the owners of Junyue Mansion must be leaders in their industries, and at the very least they must be wealthy. If you can get to know these people, maybe you can bring benefits to their companies.

So she smiled and said, "Hello, Mr. Zhou, my name is Gu Jia, and this is my husband Xu Huanshan and my son Xu Ziyan. I almost bumped into you just now. I'm so sorry."

"really."

When Zhou Chen heard Gu Jia’s self-introduction, he understood what he had guessed. This woman was Gu Jia.

(End of this chapter)