Chapter 365: The Female CEO's Beautiful Legs in Black Silk Stockings

"What should I do? What should I do?"

Raking her fingers forcefully through her hair, Xu Qing's face displayed an expression of panic.

Previously in the "The Beauty of 2D" group chat, although she hadn't described the specific location, the information she revealed indicated her law firm was in the Imperial Capital.

Who could have expected Sorry Xiao Jing to suddenly rush to the Imperial Capital and even gain access to such a major figure as Luo Bin.

She could already imagine the scene: if Sorry Xiao Jing suddenly ran up to Lawyer Luo Bin and started talking about "industry forums" and "Great Lawyer Sister Sister Sister Qingqing," how awkward it would be.

The key issue was that her authority and persona in front of Sorry Xiao Jing would completely collapse.

That would be far too embarrassing.

Shen Yu Yan picked up the phone from the floor and briefly scrolled through their chat history.

With a speechless expression, she said, "Your methods are quite wild; directly impersonating the female lead of your own novel?"

"Ah! You're not allowed to look!" Xu Qing cried out in alarm, hastily snatching the phone back and hugging it tightly to her chest in nervousness.

"Who wants to read your nonsensical chat logs?" Shen Yu Yan tapped her on the head and asked curiously, "How did Sorry Xiao Jing end up at Smile Holdings?"

"How would I know!" Xu Qing pouted, saying dejectedly, "Yan Yan, tell me, what should I do now?"

"Give me the phone."

"What for?"

"Since you don't know what to do, I'll chat with Sorry Xiao Jing."

"Fine, but take it easy." After hesitating for a moment, Xu Qing still handed over the phone.

She greatly admired her best friend's emotional intelligence and IQ.

In fact, the true core prototype of Xu Xu Xu Yanqing was Shen Yu Yan, so having her best friend step in was acceptable.

Taking the phone, Shen Yu Yan quickly typed a reply: "Lawyer Luo Bin and I are merely acquaintances from a single meeting, and moreover, our respective law firms exist in a competitive relationship. I hope you will not use my name to contact the other party, as this will bring trouble to my work. Thank you very much."

Seeing her best friend's reply, Xu Qing's eyes instantly lit up; she hugged her and planted a kiss on her cheek, "Mm-hmm, yes, exactly like that!"

Shen Yu Yan pushed her away in disgust and continued typing: "By the way, Sorry Xiao Jing, are you an employee of Smile Holdings?"

"Buzz buzz buzz—"

【Sorry Xiao Jing: "No, our company's current major shareholder is Smile Holdings. The group organized a training session targeted at young middle management of the holding companies."】

Seeing this message, deep envy flowed from Shen Yu Yan's eyes.

She had once worked as an HR representative for a Fortune 500 foreign enterprise for a year, so she naturally knew what such a training session meant.

At any moment, there might be an opportunity to take a position at the Smile Holdings headquarters, and moreover, in a management role.

This was an opportunity countless people dreamed of.

A large platform meant greater possibilities and development.

Especially a management position within a global giant group like Smile Holdings.

The reason she left that foreign enterprise back then was mainly because the promotion channel was blocked, leaving no hope of ascending to the management layer.

Otherwise, she would definitely have worked hard to accumulate connections and resources, waiting for a suitable opportunity to start a business, rather than rushing into the domestic service sector.

"Buzz buzz buzz—"

【Sorry Xiao Jing: "I originally didn't want to come, but hearing my dad say there was a high probability of meeting Jin Dongshi, I rushed over to try my luck. I didn't expect to bump into Luo Bin on the very first day; perhaps I really can exchange words with Jin Dongshi, hehe."】

Seeing Sorry Xiao Jing's message, Shen Yu Yan felt a pang in her teeth.

Her eyes turned red with jealousy.

Whether it was Jin Meixiao or Luo Bin, these people were, to her, ethereal fantasies, goals that required looking up to.

Moreover, hearing Xu Qing say, this Sorry Xiao Jing seemed to have graduated only a year ago, not yet twenty-three years old; while her specific family background was unknown, it was absolutely measured in the hundreds of millions.

This was the gap between social strata, like an unbridgeable chasm.

She and Xu Qing, with their ordinary family backgrounds, no matter how hard they worked, might never reach Sorry Xiao Jing's starting point in this lifetime.

Sighing, Shen Yu Yan replied: "Sorry Xiao Jing, you are quite impressive; this is a rare opportunity, cherish it well."

After sending the message and returning the phone to Xu Qing, Shen Yu Yan vigorously rubbed her best friend's hair, stood up, and said, "Alright, you two continue chatting; I'm going to wash up and rest. Starting tomorrow, I have to work overtime again. This month, Gongying Technology has invited me to attend the 'All Things Connected · Industrial Ecosystem Conference,' so I need to arrange my work in advance."

Regarding attending high-end gatherings, she had always been very interested and often participated proactively.

However, regarding Ren Ren Ren Mingyuan's invitation this time, she felt the purpose was not pure; it might be related to the future development of Youjie Domestic Service.

In her heart, she was actually very apprehensive.

"Okay, big sister, you go wash up; I'll come give you a massage on the bed later."

"You're sensible." Shen Yu Yan pinched her best friend's fleshy cheeks, then strode into the bathroom.

"Buzz buzz buzz—"

【Sorry Xiao Jing: "Big shot Sister Sister Sister Qingqing, I'll be in the Imperial Capital for quite some time recently; it's very boring. You can come find me to play this weekend."】

Muttering a sound, Xu Qing quickly replied: "No, my work is extremely busy; I have to attend various meetings and events even on the weekend."

【Sorry Xiao Jing: "Eh, what kind of activities are they? I'm curious."】

Xu Qing blinked her eyes, crossed her legs, and used what she had just learned to say: "High-end industry conferences, such as the 'All Things Connected · Industrial Ecosystem Conference'."

Seeing that Sorry Xiao Jing had not replied for a long time.

Xu Qing chuckled secretly, feeling that she had once again overwhelmed the other party.

"Buzz buzz buzz—"

【Sorry Xiao Jing: "That's great; I just scrolled through my chat history with my dad, and he mentioned this event to me before, but I found it boring so I refused. Since Sister Sister Sister Qingqing, you are going to attend, then I will go too. Actually, I really want to meet you in person and chat about our boyfriends."】

"Thud!" Xu Qing's body tilted, and she fell directly to the floor.

Then she quickly got up, running while shouting loudly, "Yan Yan, save me!"

Shen Yu Yan, who had just finished brushing her teeth, frowned and asked, "What is it now?"

"I... I..." Xu Qing was momentarily speechless; she directly handed over the phone, her face as red as a monkey's buttocks.

Glancing briefly, Shen Yu Yan's eyebrows twitched wildly. "'Our boyfriends'? What does this mean? Does she know about you and Tang Song?"

"No, no, no!" Xu Qing quickly shook her head. "She means chatting about each other's boyfriends. But that's not important; the problem is, what should I do now?"

Recently, for some reason, every time she chatted with Sorry Xiao Jing, she felt prickly all over and terrified.

It was as if... she might be exposed at any moment.

She would never dare to bluff recklessly again.

"Sorry Xiao Jing..." Shen Yu Yan's gaze flickered slightly, and she suddenly said, "You agree first; when the time comes, just say you have matters to attend to and cannot go, but your best friend will go, letting me make contact with her."

Tang Song's girlfriend, a top-tier rich and beautiful woman, reserve management for Smile Holdings.

Sorry Xiao Jing was actually a very perfect connection.

Since Sister Sister Sister Qingqing did not dare to contact the other party for the time being, it was better for her to do it on her behalf.

Making contact with this rich and beautiful woman in advance to explore her background and personality would lay the groundwork for her and Sister Sister Sister Qingqing's future meeting.

Moreover, at the "All Things Connected · Industrial Ecosystem Conference," she might even be able to borrow some of the other party's influence.

Xu Qing stared blankly and said, "Ah, you want to make contact with her? This... isn't very good, is it?"

"Sister Sister Sister Qingqing." Shen Yu Yan said with a serious expression, "If you truly like Tang Song and want to be with him, sooner or later you will have to contact his other girlfriends; blindly escaping is useless."

"I... I don't..." He is such a big scumbag..." Xu Qing quickly shook her head to deny it.

Shen Yu Yan leaned forward, staring straight into her eyes. "Is that so? If you say that, then I'll make my move on Tang Song?"

Hearing her words, Xu Qing's heart skipped a beat.

A bizarre thought suddenly popped into her mind.

If her best friend also became Tang Song's girlfriend, wouldn't they be able to live happily together for the rest of their lives?

Moreover, with Yan Yan taking the lead in front, she wouldn't have to fear being bullied.

Thinking of this, her pitch-black big eyes darted around, and she whispered, "Yan Yan, do you like Tang Song?"

"I..." Shen Yu Yan's face turned red. "Forget it, I won't nonsense with you; I'm going to wash up and sleep."

Finishing her sentence, she slammed the bathroom door shut with a "bang."

"Splash splash splash—" Cool tap water splashed against her face.

Shen Yu Yan looked at herself in the mirror and began to question her own heart.

The reason she cared so much about Tang Song, aside from affection, was probably also because she missed out on his investment.

Every growth of an ordinary person, every setback of Youjie Domestic Service.

All served as reminders that she had missed an opportunity to change her destiny.

Deep-bone regret eroded her heart ceaselessly.

If the factor of Sister Sister Sister Qingqing were removed, she would probably without hesitation launch a proactive strike to make up for her regret.

As for how much of this impulse stemmed from genuine liking, she truly did not know.

August 10, 2023, Thursday, partly cloudy, 25~32°C.

Shengyuan Excellent Realm, Building 9, Room 401.

6:30 AM.

Accompanied by the crisp sound of an alarm clock, Xie Shu Yu woke from her sleep.

She tidied the bed, used the toilet, then came to the vanity table and used a cushion comb to groom her loose long hair.

Looking at the small tuft of hair in her hand, the corners of her mouth lifted in a faint smile.

Probably because her mood had improved, the amount of hair loss had clearly decreased significantly; that was good.

Taking workout clothes from the cabinet and changing into them, she opened the living room curtains and windows, feeling the morning breeze rushing towards her.

On the island counter, she made herself a cup of iced coffee.

Drinking coffee while opening her computer, she handled some work.

Wait until body and spirit were fully awakened.

Xie Sister Shu Yu turned on the TV, exercising while watching current affairs news.

Morning exercise finished, breakfast prepared by the nanny eaten, and a quick shower taken, Xie Sister Shu Yu stepped into the walk-in closet.

She carefully applied her makeup, spent quite some time selecting an outfit, and finally got herself ready.

Looking at her reflection in the mirror, dressed in black stockings and a base layer top, Xie Sister Shu Yu's expression flickered with a slight abnormality, but she quickly returned to normal.

Today was the day Glimmer Coffee held its shareholders' meeting; primarily, the other two shareholders intended to sell their equity externally, requiring a written shareholders' resolution.

As for the buyer, it was naturally Tang Song.

He would also be present then, acquiring the 30% equity held in their hands.

The reason she paid such attention to her appearance today, wearing more seductive clothing, was indeed to attract and please Tang Song.

A woman adorns herself for the one who appreciates her.

Regarding her true inner thoughts, Xie Sister Shu Yu had always been straightforward and never denied them.

She put on a lightweight women's blazer over her outfit and selected a handbag that matched today's attire perfectly.

Xie Sister Shu Yu descended the stairs with elegant steps.

More than twenty minutes later.

Glimmer Coffee Headquarters.

"Good morning, Xie Zong!"

"Morning."

"Xie Zong, good morning."

Watching the sexy yet dignified female president walk into her office.

Guo Guo Guo Siyu, sitting at the front desk, jogged over to the office area and said excitedly, "Hey, hey, hey, did you guys notice? Xie Zong looks especially beautiful today; she's wearing full makeup and a complete set of accessories!"

Since this was merely the administrative headquarters for a coffee shop chain, the company had no dedicated receptionist to save on labor costs.

Daily duties were rotated among female colleagues from various departments, though there were some subsidies and benefits attached.

Today, it was Guo Guo Guo Siyu's turn.

"This is also my first time seeing Xie Zong dressed up so elaborately; she's so beautiful!"

"And her energy and spirit seem much better than before."

Soon, employees in the office area began whispering among themselves.

Over the past two months, Glimmer Coffee could be described as experiencing ups and downs.

First, Xie Zong announced plans for financing, bringing in a group of professionals for due diligence, only for internal conflict among shareholders to cause the financing to fail.

In the eyes of ordinary employees like them, Xie Zong's condition had been deteriorating.

Especially last week, she would zone out during meetings, her face expressionless and her demeanor haggard.

Now that her condition had suddenly improved so drastically, it naturally sparked intense curiosity and attention among everyone.

Just then.

"Ding-dong—" "Ding-dong—"

Message notification sounds rang out continuously.

In the WeChat work group.

【General Manager - Xie Sister Shu Yu: "Regarding the expansion of new stores, everyone should continue to advance according to the original plan. The Marketing Department, please reorganize the survey data; we will hold a general meeting this afternoon to discuss."】

Seeing the content of the message, the employees felt a strange sense of delighted surprise.

Back when they first made contact with Yanjing Yanjing Tiancheng Capital, Xie Zong had already arranged the main tasks for the coming period.

However, as the financing fell through, these tasks were suspended along with it.

Now that they were restarting, could it be that the financing had new leads?

Although Glimmer Coffee's salary and benefits were not high, it made up for it with stability and legitimacy.

All 30 employees at their headquarters enjoyed regular two-day weekends, the five social insurances and one housing fund, annual leave, and their wages were never delayed.

If possible, they naturally hoped the company would get better and better.

"President Yang!" "Wang Zong!"

A colleague near the entrance suddenly stood up to greet them.

Everyone paused for a moment, then followed suit and stood up.

Immediately after, a middle-aged man and woman suddenly walked through the company's main entrance.

They were the company's other two shareholders, Yang Maofei and Wang Shen Shen Huijuan.

Although they did not participate in the specific operations of Glimmer Coffee, they came to the headquarters every quarter to audit the accounts and listen to business reports.

So everyone knew them.

Watching the two shareholders enter the large conference room, the employees gradually quieted down, and no one continued to discuss things randomly.

Xie Zong's change, combined with the gathering of all three shareholders.

Made everyone realize that something significant was about to happen today.

And it was a major event concerning their future.

Could it be that the three shareholders had reconciled, and the financing was about to proceed?

Returning to her front desk station, watching the chaotic discussion in the small WeChat group, Guo Guo Guo Siyu's heart also tightened.

Both excited and apprehensive.

If the company could successfully secure financing, according to Xie Zong's plan, their Marketing Department would also see expansion in hiring.

As a specialist who had been employed for over three years, she might even get promoted, perhaps becoming a team leader or something similar.

After exchanging a few fanciful remarks with her colleagues in the small group chat.

A very rhythmic sound of footsteps suddenly came from the entrance.

Immediately after, a clear and magnetic voice rang out: "Good morning, Guo Guo Siyu."

"Ah, Tang Song, why have you suddenly come to the headquarters today?" Guo Guo Guo Siyu quickly lifted her head, her expression freezing in surprise.

It had been a while since they last met; why did he seem even more handsome? It made one's face flush and heart race.

Tang Song chuckled slightly, with a hint of mischief in his tone: "Today, ah, I'm here to acquire our company; from now on, I'll be your boss."

"Huh? What do you mean?" Guo Guo Guo Siyu opened her mouth wide in surprise, her brain unable to process it immediately.

"Alright, Xie Zong and the others are still waiting; I'll go in to handle official business. Bye-bye."

"Bye-bye." Guo Guo Guo Siyu subconsciously waved her hand.

Only then did she notice that two middle-aged men in suits and leather shoes were following behind him.

Carrying briefcases, they looked very serious and earnest, appearing to be lawyers.

As the three of them walked through the office area, gazes followed and converged upon them.

As the company's part-time technical lead, although Tang Song rarely came to the headquarters, photos of him and videos from his roadshows had circulated frequently in the small group chats.

Immediately after, the door to the large conference room was pushed open, and Xie Sister Shu Yu along with the other two shareholders walked out from inside.

They warmly welcomed Tang Song and his two companions inside.

Around 11:00 AM.

The door to the large conference room was opened again.

A line of people filed out, heading towards the company exit, accompanied by lively conversation.

"Tang Zong, I believe that under the leadership of you and Xie Zong, Glimmer Coffee will get better and better!"

"Wishing you a smooth cooperation and immediate success!"

The colleagues looked at each other in confusion, none of them understanding what was happening.

Especially Presidents Yang and Wang, who were behaving extremely politely and respectfully towards Tang Song.

After a while, the sound of footsteps came from the direction of the main entrance.

Xie Sister Shu Yu and Tang Song returned to the office area.

She clapped her hands lightly to draw everyone's attention.

The female president held Tang Song's arm and said with high spirits: "Let me formally introduce everyone; this is our new shareholder, Tang Song. I estimate most of you already know him. Presidents Yang and Wang's equity has been acquired by Tang Zong. The company's Series A financing will proceed normally, funded personally by Tang Zong himself. I hope everyone can work diligently so that our Glimmer Coffee continues to improve."

"Hello everyone." Tang Song smiled and nodded to the crowd.

"Whoosh—" The office instantly erupted into an uproar.

Before the employees could fully digest this heavy news, the figures of the two disappeared around the corner of the corridor.

Before the employees could digest this blockbuster news, the two figures had already vanished around the corridor's corner.

The General Manager's office was not very large.

"Have some tea; the temperature is just right."

"Thank you, Sister Sister Shu Yu." Tang Song smiled, reached out to take it, and took a sip.

Leaning against the edge of the desk, Xie Sister Shu Yu said with bright eyes: "I should be the one thanking you. You've already seen the company's plans; if you have any opinions, feel free to raise them at any time."

Tang Song had ultimately acquired the remaining 30% equity for 10.5 million Zhao Yuan based on a valuation of 35 million Zhao Yuan, officially becoming her partner.

She had admired him for a long time, thinking of recruiting him to work at Glimmer Coffee.

Now, in an indirect way, her wish had come true.

And there was also the upcoming Series A financing.

And there's also the upcoming Series A financing round.

With this sum of money, Glimmer Coffee would enter the fast lane, and her ideas could be implemented rapidly.

"No objections; I trust Sister Shu Yu's capabilities," Tang Song said softly. "The upcoming financing will follow standard procedures, though many steps will be simplified; it will absolutely be settled within a week. I'm traveling to Shencheng in two days, and someone will be arranged to coordinate the due diligence with you."

His growth plan mission, 【New Noble of Capital】, had strict requirements: it needed to be a normal commercial investment, and no necessary steps could be skipped.

"OK, I will cooperate fully." Xie Shu Yu nodded gently, lifted her teacup, and took small sips.

They chatted a bit more about the future development plans for Glimmer Coffee.

The office gradually fell silent.

The two of them hadn't spent much time truly interacting, and their common topics were mainly work-related.

Xie Shu Yu was unclear about Tang Song's hobbies and interests, and for a moment, she didn't know what to say.

The atmosphere became somewhat subtle.

Tang Song casually set down his teacup, his gaze directly appreciating this female president.

Her bright and beautiful features, embellished by exquisite makeup, appeared exceptionally pretty.

Today, she wore a black outfit with great layering, revealing her figure without reservation.

Beneath the loose suit jacket, her full breasts pushed her base layer shirt high up.

Thin, sexy black silk stockings began at the rounded tops of her thighs, their smooth lines flowing downward to outline a perfect curve at her calves.

This was the first time Tang Song had seen Xie Shu Yu wearing black silk stockings; she carried a unique charm of a lightly mature woman, dignified yet alluring.

Noticing his gaze, the corners of Xie Shu Yu's mouth curved into a faint smile.

The two of them simply stayed alone in silence for quite a while.

Breathing in her seductive perfume, Tang Song suddenly turned sideways and stood before her.

"Sister Shu Yu, you look very beautiful today."

"Thank you." A trace of unnaturalness flashed across Xie Shu Yu's face.

"Actually..." Tang Song looked down into her spirited eyes, "when we first met, I thought you were very beautiful, especially the way you looked getting out of the car; I really liked it."

"Is that so?" Xie Shu Yu gently brushed her bangs, crossed her legs, and the black silk stockings rubbed against each other.

With her intelligence and emotional quotient, she could naturally discern what Tang Song had been thinking at that time.

However, she had experienced and witnessed similar situations too many times to take it to heart.

Yet, she never expected that over half a year later, she would walk to this step with him.

Breathing in the fragrance drifting from her, Tang Song's head slowly moved forward.

Xie Shu Yu's arm moved slightly, but in the end, she did not raise it.

Looking at this graceful and charming female president, Tang Song took a deep breath and forcefully covered her lips with his own.

Infinite satisfaction and delight surged in his heart.

Xie Shu Yu narrowed her eyes slightly, still maintaining her dignified posture, yet her breathing became rapid and intense.

Gazing at this dignified and generous face, recalling scenes from the past, and tasting the sweetness between her lips and teeth.

Tang Song's hand could no longer be controlled; it gently stroked up her beautiful legs clad in black silk.

The elastic texture, the fine and silky smoothness of the stockings, and the female president's slightly tensed body.

It brought him an unprecedented enjoyment, making him unable to resist applying slightly more force.

Immediately after, his chest was pushed.

"Stop!" Xie Shu Yu averted her gaze, her face flushed, and said in a low voice, "Know when to stop; moreover... this is an office. Work and personal life should be kept separate, and I also hope we maintain a certain degree of mutual respect."

Although she wanted to try starting a relationship, this was her first time, and facing Tang Song, whom she had always regarded as a junior, she wanted to maintain some reserve and dignity.

A kiss was one thing, but touching her legs in such a formal setting as an office was truly excessive.

Savoring the wonderful taste from just now, Tang Song said softly, "Alright, Sister Shu Yu."

For some reason, the more Xie Shu Yu resisted, the more excited he became, unable to resist the urge to desecrate.

Xie Shu Yu's eyes trembled; she suddenly looked up at him and said, "Tang Song, what are your views on marriage?"

"Uh..." Tang Song exhaled and said in a low voice, "Sister Shu Yu, what do you mean?"

He suddenly realized that this female president was already 32 years old, more than two years older than Wen Wen Wen Ruan.

Was she going to urge him into marriage right after one kiss? Wasn't that too rushed?

"What I mean..." Xie Shu Yu moistened her lips and said with a complex tone, "There are some things I think it's necessary to tell you in advance to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings that could affect our company."

"First, I have no confidence in managing a marriage; I am not the type who can devote myself wholeheartedly to a family."

"I will not be a qualified wife; for me, career is more important than family."

"I do not reject love, but in all likelihood, I will not enter the stage of marriage with anyone. Do you understand what I mean?"

Tang Song was stunned, looking at the female president before him in disbelief.

Sister Shu Yu, how could you be so cute!