"Then just do a live stream these next couple of days, no matter what game you're playing, to build up your viewership," Assistant Jiang said with a friendly smile. "You're not working, so at least you can play games and do some live streams. That's not too much to ask, is it?"
Zhang Chaohe retorted logically: "I haven't been playing games lately... no, I've been working lately!"
No one with a wife would play video games, right? Aren't only people without wives who play video games?
Assistant Jiang was about to give a nonchalant smile and then ruthlessly expose Mr. Zhang's lie when he saw Mr. Zhang awkwardly take Cheng Jixue's hand and shake it very shyly.
Cheng Jixue gently grasped Mr. Zhang's hand in return, shaking it back with a smile that was both polite and delighted.
The two of them looked at Assistant Jiang together, like two cats begging for cat treats.
The folder in Jiangte Assistant fell to the ground with a "thud," and Caiye, who was standing nearby, seized the opportunity and rushed over to stomp on the folder with two big footprints!
Zhang Chaohe immediately picked up Caiye, trying to change the subject: "Did you miss your dad?"
Assistant Jiang clutched her chest and staggered backward! She pointed tremblingly at the cunning and deceitful emperor and concubine, and after a long pause, finally asked, "When did this happen?"
Assistant Jiang: Myocardial infarction •jpg;
Zhang Chaohe still seemed a little guilty and remorseful: "It seems like it was only... about an hour ago."
Assistant Jiang was on the verge of a heart attack! Even after being betrayed by His Majesty, the Grand Eunuch was still frantically searching for his phone: "No, I have to tell Cheng Xuelan about this first..."
Zhang Chaohe looked at Assistant Jiang expectantly: "Sister Jiang, could you please tell my dad and aunt while you're at it?"
Zhang Chaohe: Let Assistant Jiang handle the task of drawing fire!
Better to die for your fellow Daoist than for this one!
How could Assistant Jiang not know about Da'e's little tricks? She smiled sinisterly, neither agreeing nor disagreeing, and limped away from Zhang Chaohe's house with a menacing look on her face!
Zhang Chaohe hadn't let go of Cheng Jixue's hand yet: "Why do I have a bad feeling?"
Cheng Jixue gently returned his hand—he was now blinded by lust and had no time to consider anything else. Just thinking about how he sat on this sofa last night, staring blankly at Caiye, made him feel that today's happiness was especially hard-won.
He asked in a coquettish tone, "Why are you in such a hurry to earn 10 billion? Is there a problem with your investment?"
Ji Er is already itching to quietly boost his wife's favorability behind the scenes!
Zhang Chaohe hesitated for a moment, but decided to tell Cheng Jixue the truth: "It's like this, didn't I say before that I wanted to defeat Ji Er?"
Ji Er, who was inexplicably defeated: "Hmm."
Zhang Chaohe sneered: "Once I earn 10 billion, I'll be richer than him, and then I'll defeat him in every way!"
Cheng Jixue dried her silence: "Huh?"
Who told him that 10 billion yuan could defeat Ji Tingduan? Who is smearing his image in his wife's eyes?
Cheng Jixue secretly clenched her small fists, but on the surface she remained calm, and then cheered for Big Goose: "Go, President Zhang, I believe you can definitely beat him!"
Zhang Chaohe was very satisfied and was about to say something more ambitious when his phone suddenly rang.
Zhang Chaohe picked it up and took a look.
[Big Brother]
This time, both of them fell silent.
Assistant Jiang, thank you for choosing to complain to the elder brother first.
Thank you so much.
A note from the author:
Some cunning 1s and self-proclaimed cunning 0s;
They're finally together, Wuhu!!
Thank you so much for your support! I will continue to work hard!
Chapter 75
Zhang Chaohe answered the phone nervously, then greeted his older brother warmly: "Hi, brother?"
Zhang Yinshan greeted me with a smile, his voice warm and kind: "How are you, Dian Dian?"
Is it this word "good" that seems to have a deeper meaning?
Zhang Chaohe held the phone respectfully, while Cheng Jixue secretly listened in. Zhang Yinshan was silent for a while, then sighed: "Actually, Diandian, we respect your personal choice, but I don't think Cheng Jixue is the best choice for you."
Zhang Chaohe hurriedly covered the receiver, while looking at Cheng Jixue in a panic—Cheng Jixue seemed to be in a good emotional state, but her eyes were slightly lowered, and it was unclear what she was thinking.
Zhang Chaohe quickly interrupted his elder brother: "It's not that the best is necessarily the most suitable for me. It's like how radishes are very nutritious, but I just don't like eating them—"
Zhang Yinshan suddenly interrupted, "You don't like radishes anymore?" He gritted his teeth, "I only remember you don't like radishes. I even lost a bet with Dad last time that you didn't like radishes!"
Zhang Chaohe thought to himself, "Oh no, the original owner must have liked radishes... How could anyone like radishes!" He immediately replied righteously, "That's right, I've never liked radishes. Dad must have remembered wrong!"
Zhang Yinshan was not fooled by his little attempt to change the subject and immediately picked up on the important matter they had just discussed. He very seriously corrected Zhang Chaohe's line of thinking: "This is not a question of whether or not to eat radishes. Whether or not it is suitable for you is not determined by simple factors such as whether you like it or not."
The eldest brother has always been a staunch supporter of pragmatism. Years ago, Chairman Zhang secretly commented to Ms. Zhao that if the Zhang family were to produce a playboy or a heartless scumbag, it would definitely be Zhang Yinshan—he seemed to be able to clearly distinguish between love, marriage, and other physical relationships, and he was as rational as a perfect machine that did not need emotions to function.
But Chairman Zhang seems to have overlooked a problem: Zhang Yinshan's ability to handle relationship issues isn't due to his rationality, but rather because he simply doesn't have any relationship issues to deal with... He's either making money or working on documents every day; he just doesn't have time for dating.
Meanwhile, the perpetually bachelor was trying his best to communicate with his younger brother using theories he had absolutely no practical experience with. He earnestly said, "Dian Dian, when you love others, you must love them seven parts, leaving yourself three parts leeway and a way out—"
Zhang Chaohe glanced at his phone hesitantly and asked suspiciously, "Brother, have you been brainwashed by short videos?"
Why does this sound like a marketing post?
Cheng Jixue, who was "scored seven-tenths," couldn't help but laugh, leaving Zhang Chaohe completely bewildered. He thought for a moment and said, "I still think this argument doesn't hold water. If you don't give your all because you don't want to suffer a loss, how can you expect others to reciprocate with the same attitude?"
Cheng Jixue secretly made a shushing gesture at him—although he also thought his brother-in-law's words made a lot of sense, he was still very happy to hear Zhang Chaohe's thoughts, both because he was the person Zhang Chaohe loved...
It's also because Zhang Chaohe, whom he likes, is such a dazzling person.
But how could Zhang Chaohe dare to talk back when the homeroom teacher was lecturing him! Sure enough, the homeroom teacher was silent for a while, then suddenly said, "Dian Dian, give him the phone."
Zhang Chaohe: Is it obvious?
He handed the phone to Cheng Jixue, who calmly got up, smiled and comforted Zhang Chaohe, then went to the window to answer the call alone.
Zhang Chaohe was staring blankly at the small persimmons on the plate in front of him, looking worried. Suddenly, he heard a vegetable leaf come running over with a patter, then rested its little chin on the coffee table and stared at Zhang Chaohe in a cute way.
Life is tough; even the mighty goose has learned to be cute and beg for food.
Zhang Chaohe recalled the terrifying goose he had encountered in Guyunhe County and suddenly thought Caiye was really cute and well-behaved... He used a fork to poke at the small persimmons in the plate and fed them to Caiye. Caiye ate the persimmons and juices flew everywhere. Zhang Chaohe had no choice but to dutifully wring out the rags and wet wipes to clean up.
Soon Cheng Jixue hung up the phone and returned. He handed the phone back to Zhang Chaohe, who secretly glanced at Cheng Jixue's expression, fearing that his older brother might say something drastic that would blast away his newly acquired wife.
Cheng Jixue touched Zhang Chaohe's cheek: "It's okay, Mr. Zhang asked me to meet him when I have time."
Zhang Chaohe instantly conjured up a terrifying scene in his mind, something similar to the day when Old Master Ji humiliated him with money—he now deeply regretted why he had remained steadfast and vowed never to be swayed by money!
Otherwise, wouldn't we be one step closer to our goal of 10 billion?
He held Cheng Jixue's hand—of course he understood his older brother's thoughts. If he had a cute younger brother or sister who was approached by an employee and successfully seduced, he would also feel very threatened! But when this happened to him, did he feel he could resolve it perfectly?
Zhang Chaohe seemed a little embarrassed: "I'll go talk to my older brother."
“No, this is between us.” Cheng Jixue sat down beside him. “There will always be such a day… It’s all just a small matter.”
Zhang Chaohe sighed silently. He leaned back on the sofa, but Cheng Jixue quietly pulled away the cushion, and he landed on Cheng Jixue's arm.
Zhang Chaohe's ears turned slightly red. He remained in his reclining position, lost in thought. Cheng Jixue leaned close to him affectionately, and the two of them huddled together head to head, like two little squirrels huddling for warmth.
Cheng Jixue seemed to have become more clingy. Zhang Chaohe wondered curiously, was this the difference between the ambiguous stage and the passionate stage of love?
As a result, over the next few days, Zhang Chaohe finally learned what clinginess really meant!
Cheng Jixue, who was originally a gentle and aloof beauty, suddenly became a gentle but clingy pest... Except for the evenings when everyone would feel very embarrassed but reluctant to go back to their rooms, they spent almost all their time together during the day. Moreover, Cheng Jixue picked up all kinds of games very quickly, and Zhang Chaohe soon dragged him from Mario to Overcooked to Cuphead, playing so much that he didn't want to leave!
Zhang Chaohe in the past: How could anyone neglect their duties as a monarch just because they are in love?
Zhang Chaohe now: I'm a tyrant, I don't want to go to work!!
Assistant Chen, who had rushed back long ago, finally realized something was wrong... He urged him three times and finally managed to drag his unambitious, lust-blinded boss out of his house!
Fearing that the wicked concubine might also come to the company and cause trouble, Assistant Chen had no choice but to test the waters a little. As a result, Cheng Jixue's attitude changed completely. He said very virtuously and gently that in order not to delay the company's normal work order, he would not come to work unless necessary.
Assistant Chen: At least you still have a conscience.
Zhang Chaohe signed documents quickly throughout the morning. Although he checked the timetable several times, his work attitude was relatively proper. Then, just five minutes before the lunch break, Mr. Zhang stood up, straightened his tie, and very sheepishly straightened his folder before striding out of the office to go downstairs.
Seeing this, Assistant Chen slid in and approached with a polite smile: "Mr. Zhang, where are you going?"
Zhang Chaohe said solemnly, "Hmm... Let's go home for dinner."
Assistant Chen: "You'll definitely be back at work this afternoon, right?"
Zhang Chaohe scratched his head: "Actually, the company doesn't seem to really need me..."
This is the truth. The company doesn't really need Mr. Zhang, who is practically a mascot. Although Mr. Zhang's film and television investment proposals and variety show plans are excellent, the company has long since moved away from the old one-man management style. The professionalism and efficiency of the decision-making by the professionals in each department are much higher than relying on Zhang Chaohe's own efforts.
The era when Du Ze held absolute power is long gone. The boss, a master of exploitation, is determined to make sure everyone can shine!
Assistant Chen: Although it makes a lot of sense, it is still more motivating to have the boss sitting in the company.
Other companies' corporate culture: inheritance, innovation, development, and progress.
Jiasheng's corporate culture: Little Zhang, Little Zhang, and Little Zhang!
When Zhang Chaohe sits in his office, everyone feels a sense of pride and mission in building an entertainment empire... Although it seems like it hasn't been long since Xiao Zhang started working hard, and the various film and television investments have just begun and haven't been released yet, the efficiency of artists monetizing in other fields has significantly improved, and some fast-paced idol dramas that use new actors have also received very good responses.
Gain Capital has even started having some rather strange corporate/business-related fans...
Staff member: I've never seen anything like this before!
When Zhang Chaohe finally overcame numerous obstacles and skipped work to return home, he found his house completely changed—not only were his messy game consoles, cartridges, and controllers cleared away, but some seemingly frivolous gadgets had also been put away somewhere.
Zhang Chaohe was struck dumb and protested loudly, "Where is my happiness?"
This afternoon, we had glass noodle casserole and curry beef brisket. Cheng Jixue was setting the dishes on the table. Ever since he discovered that Zhang Chaohe's hobbies, besides making money, were eating and having fun, he immediately asked the chefs at Xiangyuan to teach him their cooking skills, vowing to thoroughly infiltrate Zhang Chaohe's life!
But the game console was non-negotiable—Zhang Chaohe had been addicted to the game under the guise of two-player interaction these past few days, and had already developed eye strain. Cheng Jixue thought it over and over and decided that he couldn't be too immersed in entertainment. She had to bring Zhang Chaohe's life back to its previous normal track, so she ruthlessly confiscated it!
Zhang Chaohe was deeply saddened. He clung to him affectionately, mimicking Guapi's manner as he nuzzled against him, trying to elicit information: "You must be hiding somewhere in the house, right?" Then he suddenly realized something: "Why haven't I seen Guapi lately?"
The vegetable leaves have all arrived home safely, but the melon rind is still being fostered by the teacher. Isn't that a bit inappropriate?
Cheng Jixue thought to herself, "If Guapi comes back, will I still have a place to stay? Didn't you only look at me before because you liked Guapi?"
He inexplicably became jealous of the dog—he had previously lied to Guapi that he would be moving with it soon, but now he was pretending to have forgotten about the dog altogether. Cheng Jixue immediately put on a show of selective amnesia. He said sourly, "Actually, you just want to pet the dog, right?"