[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp":3,"chapter-i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-chapter-17":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","I Get Stronger Every Payday—With One Billion Employees!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2264230,4419,"Chapter 17: Witnessing the World of Adult Men","i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-chapter-17",17,"\u003Cp>August 6th, another ordinary summer morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A silver Bluebird sped down a country road; the warm sun rose slowly in the east, leaping onto the poplar branches in an instant, its dappled light streaming through the windows and falling across Chen Yansen’s cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your sister? Why didn’t she come with you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen slapped the front seat and spoke to Wang Zihao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mom took her to Shanghai to visit my uncle and check out the Expo—unless I had a legitimate reason to learn to drive, I’d have been forced to go too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao turned his head, still shaken by the thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What fancy Shanghai, what Expo? Nothing beats making money with Sen-ge!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Pity—lost a free laborer.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen spoke calmly, as if he only cared that no one would help collect money or load goods in the coming days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Asshole!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao rolled his eyes and spat in anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Wang Qian’s adorable looks, countless boys flocked to court her—only that bastard Chen Yansen would think of using his sister as a laborer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Today you handle sales—I’ve sent the script to your QQ. You’ve got fifty minutes left until we arrive; use the time to memorize it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen smiled, his expression serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sen-ge, I—I can’t do it. Maybe you should do it instead?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao hadn’t expected revenge to come so fast—his tongue suddenly froze, stammering as he begged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you really don’t want to, I won’t force you—I’ll just deduct two thousand from your commission.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen grinned at his cowardly look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zihao, I’m not saying this to scold you, but a man can’t say he can’t do something—just go for it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After spending a day driving with Huang Boxiang, their relationship had grown close enough that even his form of address changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sen-ge, you’re joking with me, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao pouted, cautiously testing the waters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen frowned, his gaze sharp, and snapped: “Do I look like I’m joking?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fuck it—I’m going all in! No one in Anfeng knows me anyway.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao gritted his teeth, looking like he was marching to the execution ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you want to make real money, don’t let morality, rules, or face hold you back—when you’re broke, those things are worth less than toilet paper.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Chen Yansen ignored Wang Zihao, calmly pulled out his Noah N78, and returned to his side hustle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You don’t like singing or playing ball!? Don’t all guys like that stuff?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first message that popped up upon logging into QQ was from Meng Jie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmph, so you say you’re not interested in me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen’s lips curled slightly—he’d evaluated many female streamers and cosplayers in his past life, but Meng Jie’s unique type was one he’d never truly sampled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Kids play those things. Are you coming to Anfeng? I’ll show you the world of adult men.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, Chen Yansen replied immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His experience selling goods in Zhongqiao Town taught him that just him and Wang Zihao couldn’t handle the workload.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, luring in another free laborer became Chen Zong’s top priority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re in Anfeng????”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie’s avatar lit up suddenly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen replied simply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then what the hell did you just say for?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie’s delight vanished instantly; she snapped back angrily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But I’ll be in Anfeng in an hour.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen smirked, deliberately teasing her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Who taught you to talk like that? Don’t you know you’ll get punched?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After sending the message, Meng Jie added a GIF of a fist swinging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Meet me at the Anfeng market—I’ll send you the exact location later.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen made the invitation himself—free laborers were hard to find; he couldn’t miss this chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey, hey, hey! I haven’t even agreed yet!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lying in bed, Meng Jie pouted, “Ah!” and kicked off the blanket wrapped around her thighs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She did want to see Chen Yansen—but she remembered how many times she’d invited him and he’d refused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she rushed to his call now, she’d look like a fool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t forget—I like white stockings.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen kindly reminded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Pervert Chen, if you like them so much, wear them yourself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie grinned, fingers flying across her phone keyboard as she shot back without mercy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside, Meng’s father frowned, adjusting his tie as he asked his wife: “What’s wrong with Xiao Jie?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Maybe she has a stomachache—I’ll make her some brown sugar water. Wait, that’s odd—didn’t she just have her period last week?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng’s mother replied automatically, then counted on her fingers and realized something was off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xiao Jie, are you unwell? Should Dad take you to the hospital?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng’s father stood at the door, knocking gently to check on her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh?! Dad, I’m not sick. By the way, aren’t you on duty in Anfeng today?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie yanked open the door and poked her head out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm? Why?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his daughter was fine, Meng’s father relaxed and smiled warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can I come with you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie grabbed his arm, tugging it playfully, then added quickly, fearing suspicion: “I heard the lotuses at Anfeng Pond are blooming—I want to see them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh my, you’re making me dizzy! Fine, fine—get up quickly then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng’s father smiled indulgently and agreed at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After careful consideration, Chen Yansen had Huang Boxiang park the van at an open space near the market entrance; the three then unloaded goods, assembled folding tables and chairs, stacked products, and unfurled posters and banners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With prior experience, they finished quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mouse, showtime—go!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen stepped back, signaling Wang Zihao to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huang Boxiang stood aside, grinning, watching the goods while waiting for Wang Zihao to embarrass himself—some peanuts would’ve made it perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello everyone! We are… from Yangcheng Electronics Factory, selling MP3s and MP4s…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao took a deep breath and began speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice rose and fell like waves, instantly drawing dozens of curious glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He started stuttering, but kept reciting the script—until he met the eyes of the aunts, uncles, and youths, and panicked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hahahaha—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This kid’s funny—so MP3s are like people now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come on, let’s go see the show!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Really? An MP3 for only 49 yuan—and free earphones?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My cousin bought an MP4 in Zhongqiao Town for 199—was it from you guys?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, a crowd gathered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t chicken out—keep reciting your lines!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen ignored Wang Zihao’s pitiful gaze and whispered a warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We are staff from Yangcheng Meimo Electronics Factory. Today we’re in Anfeng Town to bring you a special gift!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“MP3 music players originally priced at 290, 390, 490 yuan—all now just 49 yuan for a clearance sale!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t miss this chance—walk past and you’ll regret it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zihao’s face flushed red; seeing no help coming, he forced himself to shout louder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he grew accustomed to being watched, his heartbeat slowed, the redness on his cheeks faded, and the script flowed from his lips almost automatically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the end, he grew excited, standing atop a stool, waving his arms wildly as he recited the sales pitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Meng Jie arrived—and saw it all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chen Yansen, Wang Zihao, what is this?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie’s eyes widened in disbelief; she scanned Wang Zihao up and down, murmuring in amazement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chen Yansen, is the world of adult men just markets and selling goods?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Jie teased with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Selling goods is just the form—the goal is making money.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yansen brushed it off casually and urged: “Stop standing there—come help!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So what if we’re selling goods?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even water sellers can become the richest person!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1249,"2026-06-19T19:17:18.227Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","fe5a4106b5448c286cd039a90c40c85788324b28d2c44a1c60cffa4428ee6b39","i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-chapter-18","i-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-chapter-16",387,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-get-stronger-every-payday-with-one-billion-emp-cover.jpg"]