Chapter 224: Female Hong Kong Star

The two hadn't been intimate for a long time.

Under Xu Yuexin's handling, Da Yizi quickly couldn't resist, shifting from initial resistance to acceptance, even turning around on her own to be intimate with Xu Yuexin, enjoying it.

Xu Yuexin and Da Yizi kissed passionately, and soon the silk Bathrobe was tossed onto the floor…

……

At noon, the bedroom was still filled with warm, lingering sensuality.

Da Yizi's face still bore a lingering flush, and she leaned lazily and contentedly against Xu Yuexin's chest.

Her long, beautiful legs were exposed beyond the towel, her knees reddened.

Her crystal‑white shoulders rose with each breath, and she slumped in Xu Yuexin's arms as if drained of strength.

"It's still most in sync with you."

Xu Yuexin lightly stroked Da Yizi's beautiful back, sighing.

"Shut up…"

His remark made Da Yizi, whose eyes had been glazed, turn fierce and, in a sour tone, interject.

"I'll speak honestly."

"Let me tell you, the thing I think syncs best with you is…"

"Aah!"

Da Yizi gave Xu Yuexin no chance to continue, biting his shoulder hard and leaving two rows of bite marks.

"You're such a dog!"

Xu Yuexin covered his shoulder and darted aside, glowering at Da Yizi.

Burning bridges right after being affectionate, huh?

Da Yizi gave him a faint glance, "Dare you speak recklessly again?"

"I didn't speak recklessly."

Xu Yuexin continued, his face still sour.

Of course, he truly didn't dare to say more.

That bite really hurt him.

After getting up, the two were too lazy to cook, so they went out to eat.

Xu Yuexin and Da Yizi searched around and finally sat down in a wildly popular independent restaurant.

Xu Yuexin ordered a pot of old hen soup, while Da Yizi ordered Mapo tofu and tiger‑skin green peppers to revive her palate after a recent illness.

"Has your weight come back?"

While waiting for the food, Xu Yuexin asked Da Yizi.

"I'm still three or four jin lighter than before."

Da Yizi said, "If I could regain it quickly, that would be great."

"Stop overthinking, sleep early, and you'll regain it."

Xu Yuexin replied bluntly.

Da Yizi nodded, her gaze drifting out the window as if pondering.

Soon, their dishes were prepared and served.

Xu Yuexin tried a piece of Mapo tofu and found it excellently made, its flavor spicy, numbing, and fragrant.

"The tofu is really delicious."

At that moment, Da Yizi also picked up a piece of tofu, put it in her mouth, and said.

With the tasty Mapo tofu as a boost, the two quickly finished their meal and walked hand in hand down the street.

"Last night I went to buy medicine; were you scared being alone in the house?"

Xu Yuexin asked Da Yizi.

"I was scared; the thunder outside was especially loud."

"It reminded me of childhood; whenever thunder rolled, I'd hide under the blankets."

"Your courage was that small as a child?"

"Yeah, my mother scared me. She thought I was a girl and kept scolding me for no reason."

"After a while, my courage dwindled."

"Then you did well when you later performed on stage, right?"

"Sigh, it was all forced out of me."

"When I first joined the Cultural Troupe I was a Temporary Worker; if I got stage‑fright, I'd be dismissed."

"Having no choice, after each night's practice I'd sneak onto the stage alone, close my eyes and sing, imagining an audience below watching me."

"After practicing for a while, my courage grew."

Da Yizi smiled and recounted the story to Xu Yuexin, her tone full of reminiscence about her childhood.

"Were you scared when practicing songs at night?"

"Of course I was scared. The whole theater was pitch‑black, and I dared not turn on the lights because the meter would be off."

"Once I went down without seeing the floor clearly and fell, but luckily I didn't leave a scar."

"Oh… indeed it wasn't easy."

Xu Yuexin nodded.

More than ten years ago, Da Yizi was a little girl whose parents were absent.

For her family, she was forced to shoulder life's burdens with her immature shoulders.

To keep the meager income, she had to overcome her inner fear and sing alone on a pitch‑dark stage.

I have to cherish Da Yizi properly from now on.

Xu Yuexin said, feeling rather moved.

He also noticed that Da Yizi's expression when recalling those childhood events was no longer fragile.

I just don't know whether she's like this because she's in a good mood now, or because she's completely let it go.

"When you think of those childhood things now, does it still hurt?"

Xu Yuexin tentatively asked Da Yizi.

"It does hurt, but what can be done?"

Da Yizi sighed, "I decided when I first performed on stage as the lead singer that I must give 100% effort from now on, to repay the hardships I've endured."

"Right, walking well the path beneath my feet and the future is the only way to be worthy of my past self."

"As for those painful things, just let them pass."

"I'm trying hard to get past them…"

Da Yizi took a deep breath, lifted her face slightly toward the sky and said, "I just don't know if I can succeed."

Xu Yuexin, seeing Da Yizi's demeanor, couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart.

Da Yizi won't slip into melancholy again, will she?

Xu Yuexin fixed his gaze on Da Yizi's eyes, trying to read her emotional shift.

However, Da Yizi's eyes were as calm as a lake, revealing nothing.

The more this was so, the more Xu Yuexin panicked.

"Are you feeling uncomfortable inside?"

Xu Yuexin tightened his grip on Da Yizi's delicate hand and said.

"Fine, really fine."

Da Yizi kept looking at the sky, shook her head and denied, "Go home, see you next week."

"Mm, see you at the airport next week."

Xu Yuexin said, feeling uneasy.

Da Yizi didn't want to say anything, and he couldn't say any more.

He could only hope she could heal on her own and not slip into emotional lows again.

……

One week later, Xu Yuexin and Da Yizi met at the airport on time and boarded a flight to Xiangjiang.

"Have you already spoken to Lin Qingxia in advance about the Shareholding?"

In the airplane seat, Da Yizi asked Xu Yuexin.

"I told her I wanted to discuss the company's operations and the Shareholding Structure, but I didn't go into detail."

"She should understand what I mean."

"That's fine; there's no need to get that detailed over the phone."

Da Yizi thought for a moment and said, "Some matters are best said face‑to‑face."

"Exactly. After we land, I'll go see Lin Qingxia first, negotiate the Shareholding price with her, and lay the groundwork for you."

"Once I've spoken with her, the three of us can meet together."

Xu Yuexin arranged.

After arriving in Xiangjiang, Xu Yuexin and Da Yizi got into a car together and headed to his mansion on Taiping Shan.

When they reached the manor gate of the mansion, she showed a look of rapture on her face.

Even though it wasn't her first time here, Da Yizi's heart was instantly captured by the mansion's scenery.

The tropical palm trees, the verdant expansive lawn, and the exquisitely designed little angel fountain.

Everything in the estate perfectly matched her definition of a mansion.

Xu Yuexin took out the key, opened the manor gate, and walked with Da Yizi toward the villa entrance.

When the villa door opened, Da Yizi couldn't help but inhale.

So beautiful.

A six‑meter‑high lofty living room, a ten‑meter‑long Western banquet table, and marble flooring with water‑cut inlay patterns.

At the entrance hall, the art corridor displayed oil paintings, landscape scrolls, and exquisite porcelain, all showcasing flamboyant luxury to her.

For Da Yizi, all this was both familiar and moving to her heart.

"Don't just stand at the doorway."

Xu Yuexin entered first, smiling slightly as he reminded Da Yizi.

After speaking, he lifted his hand, took a remote, and pressed the upper button.

Soon, a fresh breeze blew down from above, making one feel refreshed.

"What is this…"

As soon as Da Yizi stepped in, she felt the breeze, and, feeling refreshed, asked curiously.

"The New Air System you installed when you were away last time."

"It lets the air circulate better inside the house, so it doesn't get stuffy."

After Xu Yuexin finished speaking, he pressed the central Air Conditioning button beside him, cooling the interior.

"Pretty good at enjoying things."

Da Yizi sat on the spacious sofa, feeling the premium leather texture, and said with a smile.

"I'll get you a piece of clothing."

Xu Yuexin said to Da Yizi, "When the temperature drops later, it should be cold."

"Is my clothing here?"

Da Yizi asked curiously.

"Not at all. I knew you'd eventually come back, so I bought several outfits in your size and kept them here, from summer wear to spring‑autumn clothes."

"Come with me upstairs and see where they're placed."

Xu Yuexin finished speaking, led Da Yizi to the elevator, and pressed the button to go up.

Thanks to his attentiveness.

Da Yizi stood beside Xu Yuexin, watching him and thinking.

Xu Yuexin's prior preparation gave her a feeling of being cared for, warming her heart.

The elevator arrived in the blink of an eye; the two rode to the second floor, where Xu Yuexin led Da Yizi to the bedroom beside his, opened the wardrobe, and took out a shawl for her to wear.

Da Yizi was originally wearing a light‑blue silk gown, looking very dignified and graceful.

Paired with the expensive hand‑woven shawl, her demeanor gained an extra touch of elegance and nobility.

Xu Yuexin's gaze was also drawn to Da Yizi's stunning beauty, lingering on her a while longer.

"I have an appointment with Lin Qingxia in two hours,"

Xu Yuexin met Da Yizi's eyes and said, "I plan to leave now and arrive at her house early."

"Alright, let me know, and I'll go anytime,"

"Okay, I'll call the first floor then,"

After speaking, Xu Yuexin embraced Da Yizi, kissed her cheek, then pointed to his own face with his finger to signal her.

Da Yizi's face flushed, and she kissed his face as well.

"Let's go quickly."

"There are still quite a few matters."

After kissing Xu Yuexin, Da Yizi turned her face away shyly and said,

"Bye~"

Xu Yuexin released Da Yizi, turned, took the elevator down, arrived at the garage, and opened the Rolls‑Royce door.

After getting in, Xu Yuexin started the car, drove out of the garage, left the manor, and headed toward Fei E Shan, where Lin Qingxia lives.

He descended the hill, entered the Urban Area, then ascended the mountain again.

Soon after, Xu Yuexin arrived at Lin Qingxia's front gate and lightly pressed the button to sound the buzzer.

A Filipino maid quickly ran out from inside.

"Hello, Mr. Xu,"

Seeing Xu Yuexin's license plate, the maid hurriedly greeted him and opened the garden gate.

Xu Yuexin slowly drove into the garden, and as he passed the maid, rolled down his window: "Is Ms. Lin at home?"

"She is working outside and will need some time before she returns,"

"You may go inside and wait; my companions and I will attend to you," the maid replied respectfully.

"Alright,"

Xu Yuexin said, rolled up his window, and drove toward the underground garage of Lin Qingxia's house.

In fact, the Lin household's Filipino maid offers valet parking, but Xu Yuexin doesn't like to use it.

He dislikes handing his car over to strangers.

After parking, Xu Yuexin took the elevator to the first floor.

At that moment the maid had already opened the front door; Xu Yuexin strode inside and began enjoying the juice the maid had prepared.

"Would you like me to contact my host so she can return earlier?"

At that moment, the maid asked for instructions.

"No need, I'll wait here,"

Xu Yuexin waved his hand and said.

Lin Qingxia is extremely popular; she has many business matters to handle, so it's better not to rush her.

After finishing the juice in his cup, Xu Yuexin asked the maid to pour another.

"Dear,"

Just as the new glass of juice was about to be served, a delighted voice from outside announced Lin Qingxia's arrival.

Xu Yuexin rose from the sofa; at that moment the villa's front door opened, Lin Qingxia hurried in from outside and threw herself into Xu Yuexin's arms.

"Why did it take you so long to see me?"

Lin Qingxia pressed her cheek against Xu Yuexin's shoulder, her little fist thumping his chest as she said.

"Busy—once I have a moment I come over."

Xu Yuexin gently stroked Lin Qingxia's silky hair and whispered in her ear,

"Next time, don't go that long without seeing me."

Lin Qingxia chided him in his arms,

"Alright, I promise you."

Xu Yuexin kissed Lin Qingxia's cheek, took her hand, and sat down on the sofa.

"Has filming been going smoothly lately?"

"Smoothly, and I've taken on two new projects."

When Xu Yuexin asked, Lin Qingxia's eyebrows lifted with joy, and she began vividly describing her current career developments to him.

"Not bad, the star path is brilliant."

When Lin Qingxia finished, Xu Yuexin gave a thumbs‑up and said, "Our company should be doing well too, right?"

The situation is still pretty good. The gap between revenue and operating costs is getting smaller, and at this rate we should be profitable next year.

And we've also signed several more artists I have confidence in.

Great. The company's performance like this couldn't happen without your contribution.

When the first dividend comes, I'll allocate 10% of my dividend to you as a token of appreciation.

No need for that… I'm also a Shareholder of the company; I'm working for myself.

Take it.

Do you remember I told you about the change in the company's shareholding structure?

Hmm… I remember, what's up?

Lin Qingxia nodded, her beautiful eyes taking on a solemn expression.

Then she waved her hand toward the back, signaling the Filipino maids to step back.

The Shareholding this time isn't someone else; it's my Da Yizi.

Do you still have any impression of her?

Oh… that's the pretty lady named Chen Yixue, right?

That's right, you remember her.

Of course I remember; I used to get along well with her.

Lin Qingxia smiled faintly, then shifted tone, "But I've never thought about partnering with her in business, you know?"

Hm? Xu Yuexin's eyebrows twitched slightly, realizing there was an ulterior meaning in Lin Qingxia's words.

What, do you have your own view on her Shareholding?

Even if his heart stirred, Xu Yuexin remained outwardly calm, gently asking Lin Qingxia for her opinion.

Exactly, I don't want our two‑person company to be interfered with by outsiders.

Lin Qingxia said calmly and firmly, "Only the two of us Shareholders inside is enough."

Oh, that's how you think.

Xu Yuexin gave no direct answer, his mind quickly turning a corner.

Could Lin Qingxia be jealous? Unlikely; she doesn't know about her relationship with Da Yizi.

Then perhaps it's for economic benefit? Doesn't seem so.

If Lin Qingxia truly considered money, she should at least ask Da Yizi the price of the Shareholding before deciding.

So the answer points to one thing.

That is, it's out of affection.

Lin Qingxia has very deep feelings for herself, seeing the company as a symbol of the trust she places in herself.

Therefore, whoever invests, regardless of price, will meet her opposition.

And persuading her is clearly not an easy task.

Of course, regardless of disagreement, Xu Yuexin must still do this.

From now on, as your own entertainment career gets busier, I also need to devote most of my energy to Huaguang Crystal Element.

With more Shareholders in the company, we can have someone to look after things when both of us are swamped.

Do you agree?

Xu Yuexin coaxed gently.

I will try to carve out time to handle the company's affairs properly.

Lin Qingxia replied stubbornly, "I don't want others meddling in the company."

Otherwise it would make me seem incompetent and betray your trust.

Sure enough, I guessed correctly.

Lin Qingxia's reluctance to let Da Yizi Sharehold stems from emotional reasons.

What's this about meddling or not?

I'm just bringing another person to Sharehold the company to enlarge the Share Capital and strengthen the company's strength.

This will be greatly beneficial for the company's future development.

Xu Yuexin said sincerely to Lin Qingxia, "In my heart, you've always been the most trustworthy person, and I've never doubted that."

An additional Shareholder will never affect your say in the company.

Are you sure that after Chen Yixue's Shareholding, it's still just the two of us who call the shots in the company?

Will she frequently voice opinions on the company's operations and get in between us?

Lin Qingxia asked earnestly.

I guarantee that won't happen.

As long as you can handle it, she will definitely not meddle in company affairs.

Xu Yuexin once again demonstrated his knack for brazenly lying, solemnly saying, "In my eyes, your ability is the greatest."

Unless you have no time, I won't let anyone replace your position in the company.

Hmm… that sounds acceptable.

Lin Qingxia truly believed what Xu Yuexin said, and after a pause nodded, "At what price does she intend to Sharehold?"

Show me the company's financial statements.

Alright.

Ding‑dong—

Lin Qingxia finished speaking, pressed the doorbell by the sofa, summoned a Filipino maid, and asked her to bring over the notebook containing the company's financial data.

After a short while, the notebook arrived; Xu Yuexin opened it and saw that the company's current Net Assets were 5,000,000 Hong Kong Dollar.

I plan that after the capital increase you will hold 16.65% of the shares, I will hold 66.7%, and Chen Yixue will hold 16.65%.

The company's General Manager will still be you, and Chen Yixue will serve as a non‑executive director; how does that sound?

Xu Yuexin consulted Lin Qingxia.

Lin Qingxia thought for a moment, considering the proposal.

Continuing to serve as General Manager means the company's daily management authority remains in her hands.

Chen Yixue cannot stay in Xiangjiang year‑round, so the non‑executive director title is essentially just a nominal title.

"That works, what about the Shareholding price?"

Lin Qingxia asked further.

"Based on twice the market net rate, the company's current Valuation is 10 million Hong Kong Dollar."

"The value of the Share Capital in your hands is 2 million; therefore, if she wants to achieve the same controlling proportion as you, she should also invest 2 million."

"What do you think of this price?"

"2 million, is that so…"

Lin Qingxia said, weighing it in her mind.

When Lin Qingxia first bought shares, she spent 1.4 million; after subtracting the company's operating expenses since opening, 1 million remained, corresponding to her 20% Share Percentage.

And Chen Yixue would need to spend 2 million to have a proportionate share, which safeguards her rights as an existing Shareholder.

This is an acceptable method.

Lin Qingxia judged internally.

"Alright, I accept the 2‑million proposal."

"When Chen Yixue is available, we can meet with her face‑to‑face."

Lin Qingxia responded.

"We can go outside to chat right now."

After speaking, Xu Yuexin stood up, dialed the home phone, and told Da Yizi about meeting Lin Qingxia in a moment.

"We'll go to the house to pick you up in a moment; just wait."

"Right, the Shareholding matter is settled; you just need to have 2 million ready behind you."

"Okay, I'll hang up now, see you later."

"Let's go, Lin the heroine."

Xu Yuexin put down the handset, turned, and said to Lin Qingxia.

Lin Qingxia was unmoved, even deliberately turning her face away from him.

What is happening now?

Could she have become dissatisfied with the new Shareholding proposal?

Xu Yuexin, puzzled, repeated, "Let's go, ride in my car to Taiping Shan."

At that moment, Lin Qingxia looked at him with a scolding expression.

"What did you just call me?"

"I called you… dear."

Xu Yuexin reacted instantly, grabbed Lin Qingxia's hand and said.

Lin Qingxia then smiled again, and hand in hand with him walked toward the elevator, heading to the underground Garage.

At the Garage, Xu Yuexin drove a Rolls‑Royce, traveling from Fei E Shan back to Taiping Shan.

After getting out, he invited Chen Yixue out, got into the car, and headed to the Urban Area to discuss the Shareholding matter.

The meeting place was a café; after Chen Yixue and Lin Qingxia ordered coffee, Xu Yuexin presented the Shareholding plan he had drafted.

"I agree with your proposal."

Da Yizi naturally had no reason to object; after hearing it, she immediately smiled and extended her hand to Lin Qingxia, "Wishing us pleasant cooperation in the future."

Lin Qingxia also extended her hand, smiling as she shook it, "Hmm, wish you happiness."

…

Having resolved the Entertainment Company Shareholding, Xu Yuexin began focusing his energy on Huaguang Crystal Element.

Huaguang Crystal Element is currently researching 28‑micron Chips, which requires a new round of staff expansion and equipment procurement.

And these are matters he needs to handle.

Xu Yuexin was busy for two months straight, only easing up a bit in October.

"Phew… finally managed to recruit everyone."

One day, Xu Yuexin reclined on the grand sofa of his Taiping Shan mansion, staring at the ceiling and sighing.

Da Yizi had returned to Jing earlier, leaving him alone in the villa.

Now that he finally has some free time, Xu Yuexin actually feels a bit bored.

"I'll go sit over at Lin Qingxia's place."

After lounging on the sofa for a while, Xu Yuexin thought to himself, then got up and called Lin Qingxia to let her know.

After the call, he took the elevator down to the basement and drove the Rolls‑Royce from Taiping Shan to Fei E Shan.

Lin Qingxia prepared a red‑wine lunch for him, and during the meal the two discussed the Entertainment Company's operations.

"Do you remember I told you before that the company newly signed a young lady named Zhang Manyu?"

"She will officially start the day after tomorrow; do you want her to come and meet us?"

"Zhang Manyu? Of course we should meet her."

"She later became the famed Jade Maiden of Xiangjiang."

"If we meet her, we can promptly secure this celebrated blossom."

Xu Yuexin rubbed his hands in the dark, pondering.

(End of chapter)