Chapter 226: Take Action, Capture Her!

"Chairman Xu, hold on."

Inside, Lin Qingxia heard Xu Yuexin knocking on the door, hurriedly cut off the conversation with Lan Jieying and Zhang Manyu, and quickly rose, saying.

Soon, the office door opened.

Xu Yuexin saw the two young women inside.

"Hello, Chairman Xu."

Zhang Manyu hurried forward, saying.

"Good."

Xu Yuexin nodded and looked at Lan Jieying standing behind her.

No wonder she's hailed as the "Stunning Beauty of Wutai Mountain"; Lan Jieying's pure, water‑like, exceptionally beautiful face is truly unforgettable.

Xu Yuexin thought to himself in amazement.

"Hello, Chairman Xu."

At this moment, Lan Jieying also stepped forward, flashing a sweet smile, and said.

"Hello, may I ask who you are…"

Xu Yuexin pretended not to know her and asked.

"She is Lan Jieying; the company's talent scout met her a few days ago, thought she had great potential, and recommended her."

Lin Qingxia stepped forward to introduce both parties, saying, "This is the company's Chairman Xu, also our major Shareholder."

"You two, please wait a moment; Chairman Xu has something with me. After I finish talking with him, I'll come back down to continue chatting with you."

"Alright, Chairman Xu, General Manager Lin, take care."

Zhang Manyu slightly inclined her body and said.

"You two, take care…"

Lan Jieying, imitating Zhang Manyu's manner, said, sounding a bit shy.

After the greetings, Lan Jieying realized Xu Yuexin's expensive attire.

She had never encountered such a wealthy person in her life, so she subconsciously felt nervous.

"You can go to the activity room for some tea."

Xu Yuexin briefly told Lan Jieying and Zhang Manyu, then briskly walked with Lin Qingxia toward the inner office.

"How's the talk with Miss Lan going?"

After entering the office, Xu Yuexin asked Lin Qingxia.

"The issue isn't serious; she's a department store saleswoman, currently earning less than a thousand yuan per month."

"She should be easy to sign."

Lin Qingxia replied.

"How much do you plan to offer her?"

"Offer fifty thousand, that's the company's average level."

"Offer more, give her two hundred thousand."

Xu Yuexin leaned back against the chair, extended two fingers, and said, "She deserves this salary."

"That's too much."

Lin Qingxia shook her head decisively, saying, "Signing at that rate would be financially unsustainable for the company."

As the General Manager of Huanqiu Juxing, Lin Qingxia is not a mere figurehead.

When she disagrees with Xu Yuexin, she doesn't meekly acquiesce but chooses to voice her opinion.

"Don't worry about the money."

Xu Yuexin pulled a remittance slip from his suit pocket, placed it on the table, and said, "I have several tens of millions in my account; I can support the company if needed."

Lin Qingxia picked up the remittance slip, and her brows relaxed slightly.

She knows Xu Yuexin's Chip Factory has large expenses, often worries that Huanqiu Juxing might face funding difficulties one day, and that Xu Yuexin would be unable to help, leading the company to collapse.

The numbers on the remittance slip undoubtedly gave her a reassuring bite.

Nevertheless, even with reassurance, Lin Qingxia still thought to save where possible.

"The company should also prioritize self‑reliance."

Lin Qingxia insisted, "If an artist can be signed with a fifty‑thousand salary, there's no need to spend more."

"This is different."

"First, I want to ask you: do you acknowledge Lan Jieying's potential?"

"Hmm, I admit that."

Lin Qingxia nodded without hesitation, saying, "But…"

"No need for 'but'. You and I have both seen that Miss Lan is a rare, iconic beauty."

"Just based on her face, her future star path will be brilliant."

Xu Yuexin said, "When she most needs money, we offer a high salary; the meaning behind it is different."

Lin Qingxia slightly lowered her eyes, contemplating the correctness of Xu Yuexin's words.

"Alright, offer her two hundred thousand."

After a moment of silence, Lin Qingxia expressed.

After Xu Yuexin left, Lin Qingxia returned to her office, finished introducing the company's regulations to Lan Jieying and Zhang Manyu, dismissed Zhang Manyu, and asked Lan Jieying some questions.

Such as whether her parents consent to her debut, her personal view of the performing arts industry, and so on…

After receiving satisfactory answers, Lin Qingxia announced the salary matter to her.

"The company plans to give you an annual salary of two hundred thousand yuan, with a 50/50 split on fees; can you accept that?"

Lin Qingxia asked.

200,000? That's so much! Compared with her current salesperson's income, it's like night and day.

Lan Jieying was so surprised that her tiny cherry‑like mouth almost couldn't close, and she quickly nodded.

"Thank you, General Manager, thank you for giving me such a high salary."

Lan Jieying was so moved that tears were about to spill, and she brushed her eyes with the back of her hand, saying.

Within a few days, having gone from salesperson to an artist with a guaranteed annual salary of 200,000, Lan Jieying could hardly believe she was living in a dream.

"No need to thank me, that's Chairman Xu's wish."

Lin Qingxia said lightly.

The Chairman gave her the salary? Lan Jieying fell into surprise again, feeling a bit uneasy inside.

She wondered what merit she had to receive such favor and attention from the Chairman.

…

After a while, the company assigned Lan Jieying her next film role.

"The company spent considerable resources to secure this role for you; you must work hard during filming."

In the General Manager's office, after Lin Qingxia finished explaining the film details to Lan Jieying, she earnestly instructed, "These are the film cooperation contracts; go to Chairman Xu and give him the contracts for his signature."

"Alright, General Manager."

Lan Jieying respectfully stepped forward, took a stack of documents from Lin Qingxia's hand, and turned to leave the office.

According to Xu Yuexin's instructions, Lan Jieying received an advance salary of 17,000 two days earlier.

After receiving the money, Lan Jieying bought herself two outfits, including the little suit she is now wearing.

The crisp, fitted shirt highlighted Lan Jieying's slender waist.

The finely crafted A‑line skirt, paired with sheer nude stockings and delicate high heels, perfectly displayed her long legs.

Moreover, because of the attractive outfit, Lan Jieying became more confident, walking with her head held high and chest out, no longer shrinking.

Lan Jieying took a taxi to Xu Yuexin's mansion on Taiping Shan, and after getting out, walked to the manor's gate.

This place is truly upscale...

Lan Jieying looked at the manor's scenery and exclaimed.

Meticulously tended lawns, marble fountains, towering tropical palm trees...

It's practically a paradise on earth.

"Doo, doo..."

Feeling emotional, Lan Jieying pressed the video doorbell to call inside.

"Who is it?"

Soon, the intercom connected, and Xu Yuexin's voice came from inside.

"Hello Chairman Xu, this is Lan Jieying. I have a contract here that needs your review and signature."

"Alright, come in."

"Clack."

The Tong Yi Da Men immediately opened a slit, and Lan Jieying pushed the gate open, entered the manor, and remembered to close the gate behind her.

"Huh..."

After entering the manor, Lan Jieying took a deep breath.

The air inside the manor was unusually fresh, making her feel that each breath was a pleasure.

When she reached the villa's main gate, Lan Jieying found it closed.

Even so, she politely knocked on the door.

"Hello Chairman Xu."

"Please come in."

Xu Yuexin said from inside.

Lan Jieying carefully pushed the door open and saw Xu Yuexin in a casual suit, apparently about to go out.

"Sorry to disturb you, Chairman Xu."

Lan Jieying, worried she delayed Xu Yuexin's outing, quickly whispered an apology, "I should have delivered the contract earlier."

She cherishes this high‑salary job, so after entering the company she does everything cautiously and dares not speak loudly.

"There's nothing to apologize for."

"Pour yourself a glass of water and have some fruit."

Xu Yuexin stood up, took the contract, and without a fuss said, then began to read the contract seriously.

"Yes, Chairman."

Lan Jieying still spoke cautiously, standing beside Xu Yuexin without moving.

Xu Yuexin was amused by Lan Jieying's words and behavior.

"Why are you still standing here, waiting for me to pour you water?"

Xu Yuexin looked up at Lan Jieying, raised an eyebrow slightly, and asked cheerfully.

"No..."

Lan Jieying quickly replied, her heart fluttering from Xu Yuexin's raised eyebrow.

"Is it because you're scared?"

Xu Yuexin temporarily set the contract aside, and said gently.

Lan Jieying nodded.

At this moment, she finally dared to meet Xu Yuexin's gaze.

Looking at the Chairman's manner of speaking, he must be a very gentle person? Maybe I don't need to be as restrained as just now, Lan Jieying thought.

"Afraid of doing what? I'm not the kind of person with a bad temper."

Xu Yuexin waved his hand and said, "Quick, go get some fruit to eat, bring some for me too."

"I still need a bit more time to finish reading this Contract."

"Hmm, Chairman, what kind of Contract do you like to eat?"

Lan Jieying, nervous, misspoke for a moment without even realizing it.

"I like to eat your Contract the most, is that okay?"

Xu Yuexin burst into laughter, teasing Lan Jieying.

Lan Jieying smiled shyly.

"Sorry, I misspoke; I should have asked what fruit Chairman Xu likes to eat."

"Take lychees."

"Hmm, Chairman Xu, please wait a moment."

Lan Jieying nodded and walked briskly toward the dining table.

After the little slip earlier, she felt considerably more relaxed, no longer as restrained and fearful as at the start.

Xu Yuexin watched Lan Jieying's beautiful silhouette in fine high heels, his brows flickered slightly, and he lowered his head to continue reading the Contract.

He couldn't keep looking; any more and his mind would become scattered.

After a while, Lan Jieying brought the lychees back while Xu Yuexin was still reviewing the Contract's terms. She then picked up a lychee and peeled it for him.

Soon, the snow‑white, crystal‑clear lychees were placed onto the fruit plate.

Lan Jieying pulled out a napkin, dried the juice from her slender fingers, and waited quietly for Xu Yuexin to sign.

After a moment, Xu Yuexin finished reading the clauses, set the Contract down on the table.

"Hand me a pen."

"I have one here."

Lan Jieying took a fountain pen from her shirt pocket and handed it to Xu Yuexin.

Xu Yuexin took the pen, signed at the top, and returned the Contract to Lan Jieying.

"Did you peel the lychees for me?"

At that moment, Xu Yuexin finally noticed the peeled lychees in the fruit plate and said to Lan Jieying, "Thank you, that was hard work."

Lan Jieying waved her hand quickly, "It wasn't any trouble at all."

"Let's eat together."

Xu Yuexin said, took a lychee first, popped it into his mouth, and started chatting with Lan Jieying.

"Have you ever had a boyfriend?"

"No, I haven't been in a relationship."

Lan Jieying said shyly, unable to meet Xu Yuexin's eyes.

Why is the Chairman suddenly caring about her personal life?

Lan Jieying thought anxiously inside.

Never been in a relationship? That's really great.

I actually like it that way.

Xu Yuexin felt pleased.

"Not dating is good; an artist must focus wholeheartedly."

"Only then can one become a star."

On the surface, he still earnestly lectured Lan Jieying.

Lan Jieying breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing that.

It turned out the Chairman was concerned about her career; she had just overthought it.

"Hmm, I've decided: before I become famous, I will never consider dating."

Lan Jieying earnestly promised Xu Yuexin, "I will work hard to become a star and repay the company."

"Hehe, I have confidence in you."

Xu Yuexin gave a faint smile and said.

"Thank you, Chairman, I will send the Contract back."

Lan Jieying stood up and said.

"It's hard to get a taxi up the mountain; let me take you back."

"No, no, Chairman, you be busy; there's really no need to waste time bringing me back."

Lan Jieying felt flattered again, and quickly declined.

"It's fine; I happen to be heading down to have some fun anyway."

Xu Yuexin got up from the sofa and said, fastening the buttons of his casual suit.

"Then… really thank you, Chairman Xu."

Lan Jieying smiled sweetly and innocently, saying.

Xu Yuexin, upon seeing Lan Jieying's smile, felt his mind momentarily drift.

She was truly stunning.

Like a little white flower that has never been stained by dust, pure as water.

"Chairman, you…"

At that moment, Lan Jieying sensed Xu Yuexin's expression was off and, naively, asked with concern.

Xu Yuexin received a reminder and quickly came to his senses.

"It's fine, I was just thinking about the route down the mountain."

He said calmly, leading Lan Jieying toward the elevator and down to the garage.

Seeing the Rolls‑Royce Flying Goddess emblem on Xu Yuexin's car, Lan Jieying's gaze lingered for a moment, feeling very curious.

Lan Jieying didn't recognize that emblem.

But she understood that the chairman's car must be very expensive.

When she opened the car door, Lan Jieying was also very careful, afraid of damaging the door.

After Lan Jieying got in, Xu Yuexin pressed the accelerator and drove her out of the garage.

"Did you buy a mobile phone yet?"

Holding the steering wheel, Xu Yuexin asked Lan Jieying, who was in the passenger seat.

"Not yet, mobile phones are too pricey."

Lan Jieying shook her head, "I still need to set aside some money for family expenses."

"Now that I'm a debuting artist, how can I manage without a mobile phone?"

Xu Yuexin said.

"Mm… Chairman Xu is right, I'll buy one when I get my salary next month."

Lan Jieying, as if hearing an imperial decree, hurriedly complied.

Taiping Shan isn't high; soon Xu Yuexin drove down the mountain road and arrived at the bustling Central Urban Area.

Passing a specialty electronics store, Xu Yuexin stopped his Rolls‑Royce.

"Chairman Xu, isn't the company around here?" Lan Jieying whispered as a reminder.

"Hmm, first I'll get you a mobile phone, then we can go to the office."

Xu Yuexin said, then got out of the car.

Lan Jieying had no choice but to follow him out and walk into the store together.

Inside the store, various electronic products such as mobile phones, flashlights, and radios were displayed.

The mobile phones were placed at the most conspicuous counter, and even the glass outside was polished brighter than the other counters.

"Handsome, get me a mobile phone."

Xu Yuexin walked up to the counter, pointed at a pink one, and said to the salesperson.

These days, mobile phones have just emerged; there is no brand distinction, and they're as big as bricks.

The name "big‑guy phone" comes precisely from its size.

"Alright, sir, that will be 23,000."

The salesperson took the mobile phone together with its box, politely said to Xu Yuexin, "Cash or card?"

The sales clerk took the mobile phone out together with its box and politely said to Xu Yuexin, "May I ask if you'll pay cash or use a card?"

Xu Yuexin said, pulled out his Yin Hang card, and the POS machine went "Beep—", handing over the mobile phone.

"Anything else you want to buy?"

Xu Yuexin handed the mobile phone to Lan Jieying and asked her.

Xu Yuexin handed the mobile phone to Lan Jieying and asked her.

Lan Jieying took the mobile phone with both hands and said hurriedly.

However, her eyes betrayed her inner thoughts.

Xu Yuexin clearly saw that Lan Jieying's gaze lingered on the portable music player.

"Get me a portable music player."

Xu Yuexin said to the salesperson again.

"Alright, sir, 2,300. Still card, right?"

"Alright, sir, 2,300 yuan. May I confirm you'll be paying by card?"

"Beep—"

Before Lan Jieying could decline, Xu Yuexin smoothly completed the card payment.

Lan Jieying looked uneasy, a hint of hesitation in her beautiful eyes.

Back in the car, she made a refusal request: "Chairman Xu, keep that portable music player for yourself."

When they returned to the car, she turned to Xu Yuexin with a refusal: "Director Xu, you should keep this portable player for yourself."

"Only two thousand, just take it."

Xu Yuexin placed the portable music player onto her flesh‑colored‑stocking‑clad beautiful leg.

"I really can't afford it."

Lan Jieying timidly argued, "My salary is already stretched thin paying for the phone."

"Adding a portable music player makes the burden too heavy."

"Adding another portable player would be too much of a burden."

She actually intended to return it.

Hearing Lan Jieying's sincere words, Xu Yuexin couldn't help but laugh.

"No need to return it."

"You're my company employee; when I, the boss, buy you something, I won't ask you to pay."

"Take it quickly, and I'll get you a SIM card."

Xu Yuexin urged, then started the Rolls‑Royce and drove forward.

Xu Yuexin urged, and after speaking started the Rolls‑Royce and drove forward.

……

After finishing the card processing, Xu Yuexin and Lan Jieying exchanged numbers.

"If you need anything later, just call me."

Xu Yuexin said to Lan Jieying, paused briefly, then added, "Of course, you can call even if there's nothing."

"It's Director Xu..."

"By the way, don't call me Director Xu anymore."

"Then I don't know how to address you!"

"You can call me A Xin."

"Is... this really okay?"

Lan Jieying asked timidly.

"Of course. At the company we're boss and employee; outside the company, we're just friends."

"Then... okay, A Xin."

Hearing Xu Yuexin's confirmation, Lan Jieying said shyly.

Lan Jieying is simply naive, not stupid.

She had already caught his meaning from Xu Yuexin's words.

"Get in the car. If Qingxia asks why you came back so late, just say you went with me to buy a mobile phone."

"Alright..."

Lan Jieying obediently nodded, got into Xu Yuexin's car, and returned to Huanqiu Juxing.

After the Contract was signed, Lan Jieying was to start the performance.

In the next few days, Lan Jieying joined the film crew and began shooting.

The continuous rotating shooting schedule was exhausting, and Lan Jieying initially struggled to cope.

But thinking of how well Xu Yuexin and the company treated her, Lan Jieying gritted her teeth and persisted.

Only on lonely nights did Lan Jieying still recall the days spent with Xu Yuexin, because those were the happiest moments of her life.

Occasionally, Lan Jieying couldn't help but let her mind wander.

The Chairman hadn't reached out to her for so many days; could he have forgotten her? That night, after the film shoot ended, Lan Jieying lay in bed and thought wistfully.

"Ding—"

At that moment, the mobile phone by her pillow rang.

When she answered, a familiar voice came from the other end.

"Hello, this is A Xin. Want to have a late‑night snack together?"

On the phone, Xu Yuexin's voice remained steady and magnetic.

(End of chapter)