"Talent Investment Training Agreement?"
Lu Chenzhou had also heard of it for the first time.
"May I invite my master over?"
He needed Ji Xuantong’s counsel.
Chen Ye smiled and said,
"Of course, it would be best to bring your guardian as well. If you have the time, you can also search online for our ’Daoist Talent Incubation Project.’ Diaoist Science and Technology is a century-old enterprise, always responding to the national call to vigorously promote the Martial Arts development initiative. The state provides key support to those with higher root bone, while enterprises like ours fill the gap in nurturing ordinary root bone individuals with humble backgrounds, uncovering hidden talents, ensuring mutual benefits and win-win scenarios for both the enterprise and the trainees..."
Chen Ye introduced a lot, and Lu Chenzhou listened attentively.
He knew that this might be his opportunity! After university, given his family background and root bone, it would indeed be difficult to make his way without financial support—Shi Ruyu hadn’t managed to stay on after four years, partly for this reason.
The richer are martial, the poorer, literary; money is something the more, the better.
It didn’t take long for Ji Xuantong to arrive backstage.
"I am Lu Chenzhou’s True Inheritor Master, Bright Winged Swallow, Ji Xuantong."
Chen Ye immediately extended his hand and greeted,
"Hello, Su District head of Diaoist Science and Technology, Chen Ye."
In terms of wealth, he was certainly far superior to Ji Xuantong.
But in terms of social status, it was not certain, even if Ji Xuantong was only a Breakthrough First ranker, ordinary people like them must respect him.
Martial Artists, they protect the country and maintain peace, punishing evil!
Ji Xuantong smiled and said,
"General Chen, good to meet you. I hear your company wishes to sign an agreement with Chenzhou?"
"Yes, you must be aware that the first city-level exchange competition that Diaoist Science and Technology hosted down south was held in Su City. We aim to tap into this market while also seeking to unearth potential talent, to serve the nation and the people!"
"I understand, let me see the agreement."
Ji Xuantong naturally knew that Chen Ye was using official jargon.
The essence was still about making money.
Enterprises are all the same, which is beyond reproach.
"Please follow me to the company."
An office building by the rather ordinary Jinji Lake.
"Diaoist Science and Technology... I remember it being a bank not long ago."
Lu Chenzhou, not having been here for a while, mumbled to himself.
After getting out of the car, Chen Ye explained,
"Yes, we bought it earlier this year."
Lu Chenzhou felt a stir inside.
This was one of Su City’s most luxurious commercial areas. With Diaoist Science and Technology buying a building here, it was evident how strong their finances were and how determined they were to break into the southern market.
Chen Ye was very respectful in front of a Martial Artist, but as soon as he entered the building, his aura was fully unleashed. One could tell from the employees’ looks how high his status was.
Ji Xuantong, looking at the two security guards at the entrance, smiled and said,
"Ninth Rank experts as security, quite impressive."
Chen Ye gave a slight smile.
"We also have a Martial Artist permanently stationed in this building, also our company employee, with an annual salary higher than that of a manager. Master Ji, if you ever tire of running your Martial Arts Academy, you could come here and experience a different life, haha."
Ji Xuantong shook his head,
"Forget it, I don’t like working for others."
"Actually, it’s not really like working, it’s more like those old family clans hiring a skilled person to offer their services. Besides maintaining law and order as per the contract, nobody can order them around. Our company even has a dedicated Martial Arts Room for daily training of Martial Artists."
Listening to this conversation, Lu Chenzhou felt a pang of emotion,
"Martial Artists make money so easily. A manager at Daoist Science and Technology probably earns a few million a year, right? Just sit here for a day without affecting your training, and everything is provided for you, including food and shelter."
Honestly, he felt a bit ashamed of his own envy.
The employees of Daoist Science and Technology had also watched the competitions over the past couple of days.
Many eyes were focused on Lu Chenzhou.
"Damn, it’s One Punch Man!"
"His name is Lu Chenzhou."
"I’d love to get an autograph."
Chen Ye looked at the restless hearts of the employees and laughed,
"Young man, could you give these folks an autograph after you finish up here?"
"I’m not even a Martial Artist; I don’t have anything worth signing, right?"
There are plenty of die-hard fans in society.
They don’t follow celebrities; they follow Martial Artists, even collecting different Martial Artists’ signature styles and show them off online.
"Don’t underestimate yourself. With your potential, becoming a Martial Artist is a sure thing. Signing autographs now will give these people something to brag about in the future."
"Alright, but I can’t stay too long. I have classes this afternoon."
It wasn’t a big deal, so Lu Chenzhou was accustomed to pleasing the crowd.
Chen Ye’s opinion of Lu Chenzhou rose even higher. Through his work, he had interacted with many talented Martial Artists, some of whom were incredibly arrogant.
Even if he, a Daoist Science and Technology executive, greeted them with a smile, they wouldn’t give him the time of day. He understood the pride of Martial Artists, but they should still not be so detached from the human world.
After all, the money the state uses to cultivate Martial Artists mainly comes from millions of ordinary people. While Martial Artists should have an imposing spirit, they should also stoop to peer into the mortal world.
This kid would definitely make it big someday!
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Lu Chenzhou, Ji Xuantong, and a private lawyer specifically called in by Old Ji were present. As for the elderly couple, they completely agreed with Lu Chenzhou’s decision.
"Lawyer Tian, you need to read this carefully, don’t let us get sold out."
Lawyer Tian adjusted his glasses and smiled,
"Rest assured, our Spectrum Firm is a professional team... I will interpret every clause and sentence for you. Chenzhou found himself a good Master."
Having practiced for so many years, he was a legal consultant for many Martial Arts Academies.
He had never seen a Master care so much for their disciple.
He even suspected that Lu Chenzhou might be Ji Xuantong’s illegitimate child...
"These terms are standard for the company; rest assured, the country places such importance on Martial Arts talent, we wouldn’t dare to play smart and twist things."
After Lawyer Tian finished the detailed interpretation, Lu Chenzhou and Ji Xuantong understood every term and legal subtlety.
The "Daoist Science and Technology Talent Cultivation Agreement" was for a period of four years.
Over four years, Daoist Science and Technology would provide Lu Chenzhou with an annual "Daoist Scholarship" of 500,000 yuan, totaling 2 million yuan. After four years, based on actual circumstances, Daoist Science and Technology would decide whether to renew the contract, primarily dependent on Lu Chenzhou’s potential.
If the prodigy fell, the company certainly wouldn’t continue investing. However, if Lu Chenzhou thrived within the four years, and his potential rating increased, the company would raise the scholarship and intensify cultivation efforts. On the contrary, the company wouldn’t reduce the amount.
The annual 500,000 yuan was guaranteed.
During the contract period, Lu Chenzhou was mainly obligated to participate in some commercial activities for Daoist Science and Technology, such as promotional shoots, product endorsements, and to take part in commercial competitions, receive PR work, gain more popularity, and thereby contribute to the company’s business.
Competition winnings were all Lu Chenzhou’s to keep.
Daoist Science and Technology didn’t interfere with his normal practice and classes, as it was not allowed by the state. As long as he fulfilled his few obligations, there would be no penalty for breach of contract. With the status of a Dragon City Martial Arts University student, even a giant corporation wouldn’t dare to pull any tricks.
The 24 schools are the pillars holding up the heavens of Da Xia’s Martial Arts World!