[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets":3,"chapter-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-526":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Maxing Out Charisma, Inheriting Game Assets",{"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},1705763,2178,"Chapter 525: The Whisper of Human Nature: Shen Yuyan","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-526",526,"\u003Cp>In the bathroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warm water streamed over her curvaceous body, and the steam from the shower blurred the mirror.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie Kate stood under the showerhead, using cleansing oil to wash away the oily marker scribbles—【Property of Tang Song】.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>God knows, he didn’t just write it on her leg—he actually wanted to write it in other places too. Such a pervert!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing upright, her fingertips subconsciously brushed against the skin behind her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hissed softly, sucking in a breath, bracing herself against the tiled wall, letting the hot water wash over her reddened skin, as memories from the bedroom replayed in her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, her lips curled into a dangerous and alluring smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You really know how to leave a mark...\" she whispered, her voice hoarse with pleasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today, Tang Song had been incredibly rough with her, his voice even louder than the steady rain falling outside the windows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song's dominance and strength were like a hallucinogenic drug—making her tremble and crave more at the same time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pain ignited her deep-seated urge to conquer, just like the thrill she felt years ago when being chased by the traffic cops.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each time he suppressed her, her rebellious nature burned even hotter, fantasizing about the day she would completely turn the tables and dominate him instead—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>it made her blood race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song was the man who most ignited her conquest instincts in all these years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had tried flirting with him before, but he hadn't even reacted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later, she bought out an adult film company precisely because she heard his personality had changed and wanted to test him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Tang Song had simply fallen for her body, it would have only made her lose interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his current behavior was far more charming than she had expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Water droplets traced the lines of her taut waist, splashing against the tiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the mirror, the golden-haired beauty lifted the corners of her lips like a feline revealing its fangs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next time...\" she chuckled softly into the mist, \"I'll make you beg.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was only the beginning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Physical disadvantage didn't mean defeat. When it was her turn to be on top, she would make sure he knew exactly who was in control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Buzz— The sudden vibration of her phone interrupted her daydreams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the name \"Mira\" on the screen, Annie's blue eyes widened, and she quickly grabbed the phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, sweetheart,\" she said, turning off the shower, her wet hair clinging to her porcelain shoulders, speaking lightly, \"Calling me at this hour—are you checking up on Jingwu Capital’s quarterly report?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today was the first workday after the holiday, right about the time Mira would be starting her workday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie wasn't in China purely for fun—she was involved in key fourth-quarter work for Jingwu Capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, she would head to the capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other end, Secretary Jin's voice was cold and magnetic:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tang Song is living with you now, isn’t he?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie sighed innocently, \"Yeah, you caught me, Mira. Song's indeed staying with me. But honestly, I was going to tell you anyway... just didn’t want you to think I was stealing your 'territory'.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that so?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, come on, darling,\" Annie deliberately dragged out the words. \"Everyone knows how possessive you are of him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tapping of a pen against a desk echoed crisply through the phone, sharp and calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You think I don't know what you’re planning?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh! Darling! I didn't do anything to him. If anything... you know, he was like a wild beast completely out of control...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What did you just say?!\" The tapping stopped abruptly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie quickly corrected herself, her tongue flicking against her palate in a sweet American accent,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Like a god. Like Apollo. Like every muse that could drive someone insane.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a brief pause on the other end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Annie, I need you to do something for me immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Make sure none of Tang Song’s scenes from 【Parallel Dawn】 leak out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His face must not appear in any stills, promotions, or the final film!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And no scandals between him and Su Yu are allowed to surface!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, that's easy!\" Annie whistled, her golden hair gleaming under the warm light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it because his cameo scenes are too intimate? I heard from Mo it’s about playing a first love—kinda romantic, isn’t it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Annie!\" Secretary Jin cut her off impatiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay, okay,\" she raised her hand in mock surrender.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax, sweetheart. I'll make sure to 'teach' that actress a good lesson for you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A woman who loved challenges and thrills, Annie instantly caught on to the hidden context—and was itching to jump into action.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need. Wait until you arrive in the capital next week. I have other tasks for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What tasks?\" Annie's curiosity was fully piqued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"First, assist Zheng Qiudong in acquiring London’s SCG (Stonebridge Consulting).\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, well, he's still as restless as ever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I get it,\" Annie shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She admired Zheng Qiudong's ambition and had long expected him to break out of the Asia-Pacific market and charge into the big leagues of consulting firms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And,\" Jin continued, \"I need you to approach a few people in Yancheng discreetly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There are some things I can't handle personally.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She then listed several names: \"Tian Jing from Tangyi Precision, Lin Muxue from Rongliu Capital, Wen Ruan from Nebula International Group.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, now that’s my kind of job!\" Annie’s spirit lifted, a teasing tone in her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've met Wen Ruan before. I’m quite interested in her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Annie!\" Secretary Jin's voice grew sharp, full of warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You should know about her relationship with Tang Song. Don’t provoke her!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax, Mira! You misunderstood me. Even if I were going to stir up trouble, it’d only be for Tang Song himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he's the only man worth my wholehearted attention,\" Annie teased, adding,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, but... if I really did that, would you kill me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heh, you can try. Maybe I wouldn’t mind.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The call ended with the sharp beep of disconnection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie stood frozen, her heart racing uncontrollably, blue eyes flashing dangerously with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wasn’t sure whether Jin’s words were a threat or permission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe... she really should try?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t resist the thrill of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She picked up her phone and glanced through the chat group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Running her fingers through her damp hair, she wrapped herself casually in a bath towel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief hesitation, she walked straight out of the bedroom toward the third-floor study.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knock knock knock— she tapped lightly on the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come in!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A low, icy voice responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie shrugged playfully and pushed the door open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song was sitting at the desk, typing intently, the lamp casting sharp shadows across his chiseled face, making him look even more restrained and forbidding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there something you need?\" Tang Song looked up at the tall blonde.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You sure are a busy man, boss,\" Annie leaned lazily against the doorframe, the skin under her towel gleaming like pearl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Watch your tone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh~ really...\" she drawled, legs slightly apart, subtly showing that she had washed away the words Tang Song had written on her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song paused his work, leaning back in his chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, go cut me some fruit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And do it yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine, but I'm not your personal assistant, you know—just guest-starring tonight,\" she laughed, her voice carrying a flirtatious tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, your assistant’s name is Luna, right? Maybe I should get to know her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a sway of her hips, she left the room, making Tang Song sigh inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Western women really were tough—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>even after a spanking like that, she was still strutting around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were Xiaojing or Qingqing, they’d probably still be whimpering in bed by now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A while later,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie returned with a plate of neatly cut fruit, placing it lightly on the desk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your fruit, boss. Specially selected just for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song picked up a slice of ruby grapefruit, his gaze sweeping over the fruit plate before settling back on Annie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He held a segment to her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Annie, open your mouth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing him use the title from when they first met, Annie froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The familiar name instantly brought back memories—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>moments when Tang Song had completely dominated her, leaving her utterly powerless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heartbeat quickened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Subconsciously, she obediently opened her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song’s slender fingers pushed the grapefruit into her mouth, dominating and irresistible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fingertips brushed the inside of her mouth, sending a tingling numbness through her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annie’s blue eyes widened, her cheeks flushing pink, breathing quick and shallow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song smiled in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re still as obedient as ever.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Annie’s exquisite and alluring face,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he thought to himself—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Training a wild horse really was the most fun in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even without any task rewards,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he was more than willing to keep doing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s smile stiffened for a moment, but she quickly composed herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She proactively extended her hand and said, \"Hello, I'm Shen Yuyan. It's an honor to accompany Chairman Wang here today to learn and exchange ideas.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Liu Kaili merely glanced at her coldly, her hands hanging loosely at her sides, making no move to accept the handshake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo casually introduced, \"Yuyan, this is Ms. Liu Kaili, a member of Changhe Fund’s investment committee.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan pressed her lips together, respectfully greeted her, \"Ms. Liu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Kaili nodded slightly but quickly shifted her attention to Wang Yubo, her gaze turning slightly flirtatious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We haven't had a meal together in a while. When will you have time for a private gathering?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had already heard that Wang Yubo had brought a \"playmate\" along to the event today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To her, someone like Shen Yuyan was merely a dispensable little character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe after this busy period, Sister Kaili. You know I just joined Mingjian Capital, and there’s a lot on my plate,\" Wang Yubo replied casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a few exchanges, Liu Kaili intimately linked arms with Wang Yubo and blended into a lively small circle nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sounds of laughter and toasting filled the air, making the atmosphere lively and warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan stood awkwardly in place, maintaining a faint smile but feeling utterly unsettled inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced toward Liu Kaili, her eyes hiding a flicker of anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, murmurs arose in the clubhouse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the sound, Shen Yuyan saw a middle-aged man in a casual suit walking into the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exuded an elegant and charismatic aura, every movement filled with a natural sense of authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While she stood frozen in awe, Wang Yubo, Liu Kaili, and the others quickly moved forward to greet him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan hesitated for a second before following behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, she learned the identity of the newcomer—and her expression turned excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was Qi Botao, a partner of Jingwu Capital's Greater China division.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only was Qi Botao an expert and Ph.D. in healthcare investment, but he also had a deep industry background and was responsible for investment decisions in related sectors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a true heavyweight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a deep breath, Shen Yuyan edged closer with the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted to step forward and introduce herself but hesitated, afraid of being too abrupt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Wang Yubo suddenly turned back and waved her over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quickly followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a casual tone, Wang Yubo introduced, \"Dr. Qi, this is Shen Yuyan from Youjie Housekeeping.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s heart leapt in her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She immediately greeted warmly, \"Dr. Qi, it’s an honor to meet you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qi Botao smiled back and said something, though she didn’t catch it clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nonetheless, she was filled with excitement and elation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Jingwu Capital was a top global investment institution, far above firms like Mingjian Capital or Changhe Fund, which only managed assets in the hundreds of billions of yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A partner at Jingwu Capital’s Greater China office carried unimaginable weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, Jingwu Capital had close ties with Smile Holdings and Tangyi Precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her idols, Jin Meixiao and Ouyang Xianyue, both held shares in this company.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was very possible that Dr. Qi reported directly to Jin Meixiao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few moments later, Wang Yubo stepped away from the crowd and turned toward her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled and said, \"Hehe, I promised to introduce you to Jingwu Capital’s executives. Consider that promise fulfilled?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Chairman Wang.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't mention it,\" he waved casually, his tone light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, let's head to the lounge. There’s something I’d like to discuss with you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a private reception room—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is a 2015 Harland Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. It sells for over twenty thousand yuan a bottle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Napa Valley, it's known as 'liquid gold',\" Wang Yubo personally poured her a glass, gesturing for her to sit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His movements were relaxed and natural.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the wine swirling in her glass, Shen Yuyan said in a clear, pleasant voice,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Chairman Wang. I’m truly honored—this kind of fine wine isn't something one easily gets to taste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, a toast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo lifted his glass slightly toward her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clink—the crisp sound of glass tapping echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan took a delicate sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rich tannins spread like velvet across her tongue, the slight fruit acidity blending seamlessly with the mellow oak barrel notes, leaving an elegant, lingering finish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she looked up, she found Wang Yubo scrutinizing her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart tensed slightly, her expression becoming a bit stiff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a stunning beauty, she was long used to being stared at,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>but rarely encountered a gaze as brazen, direct, and slightly oppressive as Wang Yubo’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, he had always behaved like a gentleman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sudden change made her feel vaguely uneasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This wine really is special—it's delicious!\" she said with a forced laugh, trying to ease the subtle tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo leaned lazily against the soft leather sofa, still staring at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yuyan, you really know how to appreciate the finer things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But more than wine... I'm more interested in people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your performance today impressed me. I admire both your capability and your charm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan gripped her wine glass a little tighter, replying politely,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chairman Wang, you're too kind.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo set his glass down and spoke slowly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I actually invited you here today for another important reason.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, go ahead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mingjian Capital is about to embark on a major expansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I need an assistant like you—someone capable and market-savvy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your role would involve managing investment projects, liaising with partners, and participating in core decision-making.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, his tone grew more persuasive and tempting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo knew women like her—ambitious and driven—and how to bait them with opportunity and resources.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more he interacted with her, the more he felt she matched his ideals:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>high emotional intelligence, high IQ, strong insight into capital operations, outstanding management abilities—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>plus stunning looks—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she was his perfect \"special assistant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s gaze flickered, but she stayed calm and replied carefully,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your appreciation, Chairman Wang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But I have my own career to consider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You know, Youjie Housekeeping is at a critical development stage right now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo hadn't expected her to refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He frowned slightly, coaxing,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know you’ve poured your heart into Youjie Housekeeping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But frankly, that company has limited growth potential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mingjian Capital is different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We have top-tier resources and platforms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I can connect you with the best investment banks and VCs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You could fast-track your career...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He emphasized \"fast-track\" heavily, clearly implying something more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, he stood up, refilled her wine glass halfway,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>then smoothly sat down beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His right hand casually moved toward her waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing his movement, Shen Yuyan’s body stiffened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She immediately stood up, stepping back firmly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>her tone polite yet resolute:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you again, Chairman Wang, but... I must stick to my own path.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo’s expression darkened, a shadow flashing in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So you don't appreciate the opportunity I'm offering?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, it's not that,\" she said, taking a deep breath, her lips tightening slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I simply have my own plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I hope you’ll understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo stared at her, his gaze growing colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt he had done everything—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>inviting her to Shanghai, arranging a stay at a top hotel, introducing her to valuable contacts,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>even offering a lucrative position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet she rejected him—cleanly, without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially the moment when he reached out—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he caught a glimmer of disgust in her eyes,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>which stabbed straight into his pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a top-tier second-generation elite and now an executive at Mingjian Capital,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he had never imagined a woman would so blatantly reject his overtures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>even if he still wanted her,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he couldn't allow himself to lower his stance anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since persuasion didn’t work—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>then force would have to do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo stood up, his tone indifferent. \"Alright then, I'm going to the restroom. Think about it carefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, he turned and left the lounge, leaving behind a heavy silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan remained standing where she was, her gaze flickering with complex emotions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though she didn’t mind using her beauty to gain advantages and favors, she still had her own bottom line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, Youjie Housekeeping would have secured funding long ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, she had already decided to align herself with Tang Song in the future—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>remaining pure and clean was the most basic requirement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All her current efforts to secure investments were ultimately to prove her value and earn his recognition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her pride would not allow her to seek shelter as a failure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted better treatment—not to yield to the current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Buzz, buzz—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vibration of her phone broke the silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan took out her phone and glanced at the screen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Xu Cheng Property Procurement Manager – Gao Zhixue】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She immediately answered, putting on a bright and enthusiastic smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good afternoon, Manager Gao. What can I do for you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Shen,\" Gao Zhixue’s voice was low and heavy. \"Here’s the thing—our partnership with your company will end here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s face changed dramatically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Manager Gao! I’m currently in Shanghai, and just yesterday I spoke with our angel investor—the second round of funding is about to be released!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This decision was made during our leadership meeting. We’ve found other companies that are more suitable. That’s all. Goodbye.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, he hung up, leaving only a busy signal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood there frozen, her face turning as pale as paper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was by leveraging the Xu Cheng Property framework agreement that she had persuaded Gongying Technology to promise the second round of funding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that the partnership had fallen through, the investment was as good as gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she stood dazed, the phone buzzed again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Gongying Technology – Ren Mingyuan】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan took a deep breath, forcing herself to stay calm, and answered the call.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, President Ren, I have something—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ren Mingyuan interrupted her, his voice carrying blame and helplessness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yuyan, what did you do to offend Chairman Wang?! He’s furious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan gritted her teeth and explained, \"Chairman Wang invited me to join Mingjian Capital. I refused.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You...\" Ren Mingyuan sighed deeply, regret in his tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You must understand how important Mingjian Capital’s position is—industrial synergy, state-backed shareholders, full-cycle investment capabilities... This isn’t a platform you casually brush off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan lowered her gaze, directly asking, \"So... the second round of investment is canceled, isn’t it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, she vaguely understood the full picture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cooperation proposed by Xu Cheng Property was likely orchestrated by Wang Yubo and Gongying Technology from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had all been a carefully designed trap—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>dangling a seemingly tempting framework contract to hook her hopes,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>only to withdraw and pressure her into submission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, a cold chill and deep hatred surged through Shen Yuyan’s chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the very beginning, the senior schoolmate she had trusted had been setting her up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yuyan, you're truly outstanding...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Ren, just tell me the truth!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice trembled with anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ren Mingyuan paused before finally speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes. And it’s not just that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to the investment agreement, if your fourth-quarter performance fails to meet targets, or if there are major operational deviations, the repurchase clause will be triggered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You’ll be required to repurchase all of Gongying Technology’s shares.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He added, \"And not just your own equity—the agreement includes the 14% sold by Hou Shaoyuan as well, totaling 44.4%.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At a valuation of twenty million yuan, plus interest, Youjie Housekeeping would have to pay nearly ten million yuan to buy back those shares.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These words hit Shen Yuyan like a thunderclap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fingers clenched tightly around her phone, turning white at the knuckles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her lips trembled as she fought to hold back tears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a CFA Level I certification and years of management and financing experience,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she fully understood what this meant:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they couldn’t meet the repurchase obligations, Gongying Technology could sue, freeze company assets, and even pursue personal liability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only would all her hard work go down the drain,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she would be dragged into massive debt, falling into a bottomless abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Shen Yuyan’s heavy breathing, Ren Mingyuan spoke softly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, if you just apologize to Chairman Wang, maybe there’s still room to turn this around.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha... apologize? Senior, don’t you have anything to say to me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s voice shook with fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing her call him \"senior\" again, Ren Mingyuan’s breathing audibly paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long silence, he finally said slowly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yuyan, this is the reality. Think carefully. I believe you'll make the right choice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Creak—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lounge door swung open, interrupting their conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo walked in with measured steps, his gaze cold and mocking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, have you thought it through?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Answer me—you only have one chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone was light but carried a crushing pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he first approached Shen Yuyan,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he had admired her capabilities, composure, and ambition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had wanted to show her a higher world, to make her willingly submit to his charm and power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But things had reverted to his initial plan:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>using ruthless methods to force her to bow,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>breaking her spirit, and making her yield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A twisted, hidden pleasure stirred within him at the thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing him, Shen Yuyan’s chest heaved violently, her body trembling uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lifted her head, her eyes filled with hatred and disgust as she stared at Wang Yubo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You'll regret this!\" she said through gritted teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo’s expression turned even colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re so naive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmph, you think you're important enough to say something like that to me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a pause, he sneered,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you won’t agree—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>then get out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And forget about attending tomorrow's 'Investor Night.'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words stabbed into Shen Yuyan’s pride like a knife,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>a burning rage flaring up in her chest, threatening to consume her entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet even so, she bit down hard and refused to shed a single tear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hung up the call, pressed her lips together tightly, and left the lounge without a word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she pushed the door open,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the lively sounds of chatter and music rushed to meet her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the grand hall,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>well-dressed groups laughed and chatted,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>holding champagne glasses and smiling easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cheerful atmosphere, the glimmer of glassware,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>all pressed down on her like a suffocating weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan clenched her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her palms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The harder she fought to suppress it,Follow current novels on novel·fire.net\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the more intense her humiliation burned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stepping out of the clubhouse doors,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she leaned against the corridor wall, her expression blank and lost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long while,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>she pulled out her phone, opened her chat window with Tang Song,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>and, with trembling hands, began to type.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At Suhewan Huacheng, in the study—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding-dong—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A WeChat notification sounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Shen Yuyan: \"Tang Song, are you free tonight? Can we talk?\"】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song was just about to reply\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>when a crisp system notification sounded in his ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ding! A matching scenario and target have been detected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Special item [Whisper of Humanity] has been triggered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instance [Shen Yuyan’s Whisper] has been created!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",3992,"2026-06-06T14:42:00.353Z",1,"novelbin.me","f6802cbf427d5f17654c18195de60beb71e62e65f9dfda548716dbae3aeb2519","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-527","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-525",874,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmaxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-cover.jpg"]