Chapter 318: Growing Canary, Wild Monster Refresh

After 3 o'clock in the afternoon.

Yisha Beauty Salon (Huaiyun Road Branch) gradually became leisurely.

The staff started to organize the beauty rooms and clean the public areas in an orderly manner.

In a beauty room on the west side of the second floor.

Sister Li was seriously organizing skincare products and instruments, placing them neatly according to category and order of use.

"Sister, have you heard? Our beauty salon is going to launch light medical beauty projects; it seems there are investors coming to visit our store today. But the venue is only so big, will they cut some beauty rooms and transform them into clinics?"

The colleague next to her, Yang Liu, lowered her voice and asked with some worry.

Sister Li nodded, "I heard it yesterday too; it seems the batch of beauticians who resigned before was because of this. At that time, our big boss wanted to run a pilot at the Huaiyun Road branch, add a light medical beauty department, and also lower the performance of the beauty care supervisor. The other party was furious and took several confidants to jump ship."

Her technology and work experience were very rich; she was the top person at Yizi Beauty and Hair before.

It was actually very simple to find a job, so she wasn't worried about losing her rice bowl.

"Oh oh, I know about this; Qian Qian was hired at that time, right?"

"Mm, it was two months ago, and I don't know how Qian Qian is doing now." Sister Li showed a look of memory in her eyes.

Last year at Yizi Beauty and Hair, she was the one who recruited Zhao Yaqian.

The main reason was that they were from the same hometown, and she saw that the girl was honest and worked seriously.

Later, she ran away to Yisha Beauty Industry, and she had always been thinking about her, so she recruited her as soon as she had a chance.

Before resigning, she persuaded the other party several times, but Zhao Yaqian was determined to leave.

She said her boyfriend had arranged everything for her.

Yang Liu wiped the table clean, stood up and said: "Sister, I heard from Weiwei and the others that Qian Qian's boyfriend is a tall, rich, and handsome guy; is this true or false? Why haven't I seen her post it on WeChat?"

"Of course it's true; before, he even ordered a big meal from Private Banquet Mansion and durian mille-feuille for Qian Qian, and drove a BMW to pick Qian Qian up from work."

"Then no wonder she resigned! Our profession, to put it bluntly, is serving people, and it's really not very glorious." Yang Liu sighed: "Being beautiful has advantages; before at Yizi, many people liked Qian Qian, and there were quite a few rich ones among them."

She was also an old employee of Yizi Beauty and Hair, and was a colleague with Sister Li and Zhao Yaqian before.

After Zhao Yaqian resigned, she was recommended by Sister Li to take over the other party's position.

"Before resigning, we had a meal together, and she just said her boyfriend arranged a place to live and gave her living expenses, wanting her to live happily."

Yang Liu opened her mouth and lowered her voice: "I heard from Wang Yan and the others privately that Qian Qian was kept by someone, and I don't know if it's true or false."

She said it very tactfully; the real gossip was far more exaggerated than this.

Zhao Yaqian hadn't stayed at Yisha Beauty Salon for long, but she was particularly prominent.

Especially her boyfriend driving a BMW, coming to pick her up late at night, and also giving her an LV bag and a top-spec iPhone 14 Pro.

It made them all very envious.

Later, Zhao Yaqian resigned decisively, and several jealous people started gossiping and discussing, which became the biggest topic of conversation during that period.

"Creak—" The beauty room door was pushed open.

Senior Beauty Consultant Wei Ziyan walked in in a fiery manner, "You guys are done here, right? Hurry up and go downstairs to help decorate, welcome, welcome, our boss is coming soon, and there will be investors later!"

Her tone was a bit harsh, but neither Sister Li nor Yang Liu said anything.

Wei Ziyan was considered a mid-level leader and was indeed qualified to command them to work.

…

In the reception hall on the first floor, there were some exquisite and beautiful ornaments and decorations.

The marble tiles were bright enough to reflect people, and the crystal chandelier was transparent and bright.

On the tables, coffee tables, and front desks, there were colorful fresh flowers.

The whole hall looked clean, tidy, elegant, and fashionable.

Store Manager Zhao Qiuli stood at the front desk personally, with a smile on her face.

Occasionally, one or two customers would come in, and they could immediately feel a much more enthusiastic service attitude than before.

Sister Li and Yang Liu went downstairs and were startled by this battle formation.

They quickly lowered their heads and started busying themselves in the side hall.

After a few minutes, several beauticians who had finished their work walked in.

Chatting and whispering.

"Sister Yan, the investor coming later, is it for the light medical beauty transformation?"

"Is our beauty salon going to recruit doctors and nurses? Then we can only be assistants."

"Will they reduce the scale and benefits of our beautician team?"

…

"Can't you guys hope for something good." Wang Yan raised her eyebrows and showed off: "The beauty industry is constantly developing, and light medical beauty is the future development trend.

It can help us develop and retain more customers.

And the profit and consumption frequency of the project are very high, which can bring more income to the beauty salon.

This is everyone's opportunity; once the boss successfully gets the investment, everything will become better."

Others heard this and quickly echoed, relieved.

In fact, they were all senior beauticians who had worked in this industry for many years.

They could also vaguely feel the change in the wind direction.

Light medical beauty has small trauma, fast recovery, and significant effects, and is favored by more and more people.

Especially the younger generation of customers, who pay more attention to efficient and convenient beauty methods.

This is also the competitiveness of high-end chain beauty salons.

For example, among their high-quality VIP customers, quite a few turned to other beauty salons because of this reason.

Now that an investor has taken a fancy to their beauty salon, and the boss is willing to constantly update equipment and business, overall it is a good thing.

After blowing some bull with her colleagues, Wang Yan swept toward Sister Li and the other one.

She smiled and said: "Sister Li, do you know what Zhao Yaqian's situation is now?"

"Don't know, haven't been in touch much recently."

Wang Yan teased: "She is just too young and impulsive; sooner or later she will regret it. The job at our Yisha Beauty Salon is not something anyone can come and go as they please."

Sister Li was silent, her gaze lowered.

Wang Yan was the store manager's relative and an old employee, so it was inevitable that she would be pretentious when speaking and doing things.

Plus, she had had conflicts with Zhao Yaqian before, and this was obviously deliberately picking a topic to gossip about Qian Qian being kept again.

To put it bluntly, she was still jealous of her youth, beauty, long legs, and being able to find such an excellent boyfriend.

For this kind of person, just ignore her.

Other colleagues around looked at each other and didn't say anything.

They had all eaten the snacks and cakes sent by Zhao Yaqian's boyfriend, and actually had a good relationship with Zhao Yaqian.

Seeing that no one echoed her, Wang Yan's face was a bit embarrassed.

Just then, bursts of greetings sounded in the reception hall.

Everyone quickly cheered up and walked out quickly.

"Boss!" "Boss!" "Boss!"

Amidst the enthusiastic voices.

Zhang Yurong, dressed formally and professionally, walked in, her sharp gaze sweeping over the surrounding environment.

Store Manager Zhao Qiuli followed closely behind.

As the boss, Zhang Yurong basically wasn't in the store.

But her majesty, solemnity, and decisiveness were deeply rooted in people's hearts.

Withdrawing her gaze, Zhang Yurong looked at her employees and started talking about the precautions for the next steps.

She really liked this investor, Zhao Yaqian.

To be precise, in the industry they were in, what they liked most was this kind of high-net-worth individual investor.

This was also why many beauty salons had "shareholder members."

And Zhao Yaqian was particularly simple and didn't have too many schemes.

It could save her a lot of worry.

…

4 o'clock in the afternoon.

Zhang Yurong, sitting on the sofa, stood up and patted her hands lightly: "Get ready, everyone cheer up, and welcome our investors with the best appearance!"

The beauty salon door was pulled open.

A group of consultants and beauticians responded one after another, consciously lining up in two rows.

Their bodies were straight, and they had enthusiastic smiles on their faces.

Zhang Yurong tidied up her coiled long hair and walked out the door.

The employees' gazes couldn't help but follow the boss and look outside the door.

Not even two minutes passed.

Two black Maybachs drove over slowly and stopped on the left side of the door.

The car body shone with a luxurious and elegant luster under the reflection of the sun.

Sister Li and Yang Liu, standing in the corner, couldn't help but be attracted, with curiosity and excitement flowing in their eyes.

The sound of car doors opening sounded one after another.

Immediately after, figures walked down from it.

There were 6 people in total, men and women, most of whom were wearing business suits and carrying briefcases, with tall and confident temperaments.

Only one girl was special, wearing a simple and atmospheric high-fashion dress.

Her figure was tall and sexy, especially the long legs exposed outside, long, white, and plump, very eye-catching.

Moving her gaze up, a charming and three-dimensional face appeared before her eyes, and her wine-red long hair had slight wavy curls.

Overall, it had a fashionable and confident style.

Sister Li and Yang Liu were stunned on the spot at the same time, looking incredibly at Zhao Yaqian who walked down from the car.

Sister Li pinched her thigh hard, and the clear pain made her quickly come back to her senses, her mouth opening slightly.

Although the figure and appearance were the familiar look, compared to the Qian Qian in her impression, they were worlds apart.

Boss Zhang Yurong instantly showed a gentle smile and walked over gracefully.

She shook hands with the girl enthusiastically and pulled her toward the door.

Immediately after, bursts of suppressed exclamations sounded around.

"Zhao Yaqian?" "Qian Qian?" "Is this Qian Qian?"…

Wang Yan, standing in the middle, shook her body, and her eyelids trembled.

Originally, she suspected she had seen it wrong, but the reactions of so many colleagues around undoubtedly proved it was a fact.

Zhao Yaqian? How did she become like this?

Looking at Zhang Yurong holding hands with her, a cold chill rushed from the soles of her feet to her forehead.

She wouldn't be the investor the boss mentioned, right!?

Footsteps and greetings broke into the beauty salon door.

All employees' gazes looked at Zhao Yaqian.

Shock, doubt, disbelief, surprise, uneasiness, fear…

Quickly sensing the abnormality, Zhang Yurong frowned slightly, just about to say something.

Zhao Yaqian next to her stopped her steps, a bright smile on her face.

She took the initiative to wave to the corner, "Long time no see, Sister Li, and Sister Liu, I heard you came to Yisha Beauty Industry before."

Sister Li's face flushed instantly, stammering: "Qian Qian... long time no see."

Yang Liu was stunned on the spot, unable to react for a while.

She and Zhao Yaqian had been separated for only about four months.

The Qian Qian in her impression was still a clumsy girl, although she worked seriously and steadily, her mouth was particularly clumsy.

Plus she was particularly young, and at Yizi Beauty and Hair, she was considered an assistant helping them beauticians.

However, the current Zhao Yaqian had high-end fashion, exquisite makeup, and an eye-catching aura.

It brought a great shock to her heart.

Zhang Yurong took a deep breath, her gaze flickering.

Store Manager Zhao Qiuli next to her quickly leaned into her ear and said a few words in a low voice.

There was no suitable opportunity just now, plus she was also startled, and only then did she tell the boss.

As a store manager, every employee's entry and resignation were reviewed by her.

So she always remembered this long-legged beautician Qian Qian.

Zhao Yaqian pursed her lips and smiled, her eyebrows curved: "Sister Yurong, I haven't told you. Actually, I was an employee of Yisha Beauty Industry before, and I resigned less than two months ago."

Returning to a familiar place and looking at the shocked expressions of her colleagues, she couldn't help but feel a bit floaty in her heart.

This was probably what Seeing Xiao Xue called returning home in glory; don't say, it was really cool.

Lin Mu Xue, wearing a shirt and hip skirt next to her, took half a step forward and said softly: "President Zhang, Qian Qian has a good impression of Yisha Beauty Industry, which is why she prioritized considering your company."

"This..." Zhang Yurong squeezed her hands hard, and a bright smile instantly appeared on her face, "This is really a heavenly fate; it seems our cooperation is destined to be very smooth! I also welcome Qian Qian back on behalf of Yisha Beauty Industry!"

As she spoke, she raised her hands and clapped.

Immediately after, all employees applauded enthusiastically.

Following Zhang Yurong, they walked toward the office area on the 3rd floor.

Stepping on the stairs illuminated by light strips, they went up to the second floor.

Zhao Yaqian couldn't help but turn around, her gaze looking at the spacious and bright hall downstairs.

In the familiar environment, there were familiar faces.

They were looking up at her, in an unprecedented posture, with gazes and expressions so complex that she couldn't tell if it was joy or sorrow.

Her gaze stopped on Wei Ziyan and Wang Yan.

Both of their faces turned pale, and they quickly lowered their heads, their nervousness overflowing.

Zhao Yaqian reached out and held the railing, only feeling her mood surging and filled with emotion.

She actually didn't have much experience, her understanding of human nature was hazy, and she couldn't say nice things.

After graduating from high school, she rested for a while, then went to Excellence Technical School for training, and later went to work at Yizi Beauty and Hair.

Her life and experience weren't tortuous, and the biggest difficulty she encountered was probably work and credit card bills.

This also caused her simple personality.

Now looking back at the past, she was surprised to find many details she had neglected.

Many things she couldn't understand before had now become transparent.

The transformation and growth of the heart sometimes happen in just a certain moment.

Just like the canary at this very moment.

……

July 17, 2023, Monday, Sunny, 24~37c.

6 o'clock in the evening.

Teacher's Apartment of Normal University.

Accompanied by the alarm sound of the phone, Tang Song let out a long sigh of relief, clipped the 【Ginkgo Bookmark】, and gently closed the book.

Leaning on the chair, he closed his eyes and pondered for a long while, then stood up.

After two-plus days of adaptation, he no longer had the initial urgency and had entered an orderly state.

Getting up, morning exercise, eating, washing up, studying, resting, walking…

Everything was very healthy and regular.

Learning is, after all, a writing process, requiring a lot of energy and mental effort.

Even with the combination of mantou + spicy strips, he would still feel deep fatigue.

Which in turn affected his normal life and state, which was counterproductive.

Not to mention he still had the (Self-Discipline Aura) on him, needing to maintain a regular schedule to constantly increase stamina.

Pushing open the master bedroom door, he happened to run into his roommate coming out of the kitchen.

"Brother Song, are you done?" Qian Lele pointed to the dining table, "Tonight's dinner is what I got from the school cafeteria; millet porridge, five-spice pancakes, and pickled radish I pickled myself. Try it, it's delicious."

Tang Song nodded, took out his phone, and said: "Thank you, Lele, how much? I'll transfer it to you."

"No need, no need, it didn't cost much, not worth it."

"Then don't help me bring food in the future; I'd be too embarrassed to eat and drink for free."

Looking at Tang Song's serious gaze, Qian Lele whispered: "Two yuan five."

"OK, transferred, please accept."

"Alright Brother Song, received."

Qian Lele bit her lower lip with her teeth, turned around and returned to the bedroom, starting to tidy up her things.

Today was Monday; after coming back at 5 o'clock in the afternoon, she found Tang Song was still studying.

She asked with concern.

Only then did she learn that he would be in seclusion here for the next two weeks.

That is to say, he wasn't going to work.

This was obviously very abnormal.

Qian Lele couldn't help but start letting her imagination run wild, thinking Tang Song had encountered some setbacks in the workplace and temporarily lost his job.

That's why he was in this state.

Kind-hearted, she didn't ask much, just wanted to help the other party in her own way and give some care and attention.

Just like when she encountered a difficulty, she also longed for such a person to appear.

…

Saying goodbye to Tang Song, Qian Lele carried her handbag downstairs and went straight to the pedestrian street outside the school.

Stopping at a familiar position, Qian Lele opened her handbag and took out a light-colored cloth to spread on the ground.

Arranged the bracelets neatly on it.

Then leaned the cardboard with the price marked next to it.

Soon, such a simple small stall appeared in a corner of the bustling pedestrian street.

Because university students were on vacation, it was much quieter here.

Fortunately, there were quite a few residents and office workers around, plus the shops on both sides of the road were affordable, so the passenger flow was stable.

Occasionally, passing men and women would stop to take a look.

"Hello, Lele, good evening." A voice sounded from her side.

Qian Lele looked up and smiled sweetly: "Sister Wen, you're here."

This Sister Wen was someone she met when setting up the stall.

Her name was Zhang Wen, an ordinary company clerk.

Although the work was easy, the salary was very low.

So she would come here every day after work to sell grilled starch sausages, which was considered a side job.

Fixed the camping cart and set up the table board.

Seasonings, equipment, and ingredients were all arranged neatly.

Zhang Wen put her phone aside, watching a TV series while preparing the sausages.

Listening to the fighting sounds coming from the phone, Qian Lele asked curiously: "Sister Wen, are you watching the newly released TV series 'Leisurely Listening to Falling Rain'?"

"Mm-hmm." Zhang Wen's eyes were shining, "This show is considered the biggest dark horse this year, the popularity is terrifyingly high now, it's really wonderful, highly recommended!"

Qian Lele nodded, "When I was working at the coffee shop, I also heard colleagues discussing it; it seems the second female lead acted very well."

"That's for sure! Bei Yuwei, a black-bellied second female lead was brought to life by her, her charm far exceeds the male and female leads, and now she is red-hot! The internet is full of her hot searches, and this show is also called the best ancient idol drama in the last two years."

Then, Zhang Wen stopped watching the show and started chatting with Qian Lele about gossip.

Bei Yuwei, who came from a talent show, was an 18th-tier small star who wasn't popular before, and her brokerage contract was sold to Tang Zong Entertainment last year.

This year, she got the second female lead in the big-production ancient idol fairy drama "Leisurely Listening to Falling Rain," which was originally a very black-attracting role in the setting.

Unexpectedly, Bei Yuwei relied on her super high appearance and acting skills to bring this role to life.

Clips about her were heavily edited and spread by self-media, and she could be said to be one of the top traffic stars on Douyin recently.

"I heard that in a few days, Bei Yuwei is coming to Yanjing TV Station to record a variety show; our company is next to the TV building, hehe, I don't know if there's a chance to see the real person."

"Wish Sister Wen good luck." Qian Lele said with a smile, and looked at the passing crowd with hopeful eyes again.

Actually, she wasn't interested in these, because they were too far away from her.

She didn't chase dramas, didn't listen to songs, and had no feelings for celebrity artists.

What she longed for most was still making money.

……

Night fell, and the heat of the day was gradually fading.

Tang Song stood on the balcony of the living room, looking into the distance for a while.

Just as he wanted to go downstairs to take a walk in the school to soothe his somewhat tired mind.

A white light suddenly flashed before his eyes.

Immediately after, the system interface appeared automatically.

【Dungeon refreshed, entering leisure and entertainment segment】

【Wild Monster "Piggy Bank" has appeared】

【Defeating the wild monster will yield special rewards】

Immediately after, the gorgeous 3D navigation appeared again.

In the sky not far away, a striking piggy bank icon was floating, jumping up and down.

Vaguely, one could hear the "ding-ding-dang-dang" sound of coins colliding. ===== CHAPTER 319 =====