Yan Xing installed office software for the company to facilitate remote work. This way, he didn’t need to be physically present and could assign tasks from his apartment.
Just as he was assigning tasks, he asked Tong Yitong to find time to come to his office.
"Take a seat," Yan Xing said, gesturing toward the chair opposite his desk. After she sat down, he continued, "Tong, I’m usually very busy, often not in the company, and lack the time for direct management. The company is thriving, and the camaraderie among colleagues is excellent—I know you’ve contributed significantly to this. You’re very capable."
Tong Yitong had just seen in the office system that the boss had suddenly summoned her, and she felt somewhat apprehensive. She didn’t know if her boss, who was usually so elusive, coming to the company specifically to see her today was a good or bad thing. Now, it seemed like it was good.
The somewhat nervous Tong Yitong immediately relaxed. "Boss, you’re so good to us, even letting us drink such expensive wine as if it were a regular beverage. Of course, we’re dedicated to working hard for the company. You praising me ... does this mean a promotion and a raise?" she asked, her face alight with anticipation and youthful energy.
Yan Xing smiled. "You’ve guessed correctly; I do want to give you a promotion and a raise. As for the specific position and salary increase, you’ll need to answer a few questions first."
Tong Yitong was delighted to hear it was genuinely a promotion and a raise. "Boss, please ask."
Yan Xing asked, "The company needs to develop an overseas business, which requires being stationed abroad. Do you have the time for that? Would your family permit it? And are you personally willing?" The rightful source is novelFirｅ.net
Upon hearing she would need to be stationed overseas, Tong Yitong was taken aback for a moment and asked, "Boss, which country? What kind of business?"
Yan Xing replied, "I can’t tell you the specifics of the business before you agree. In short, it’s a project guaranteed to cause a global sensation, with an initial investment likely in the billions of RMB, possibly more. I need a representative to participate in managing this project and oversee its progress. As for the location... it’s an island on the high seas. Life might be challenging initially, but with such a massive investment, we’ll undoubtedly transform the island into a resort destination quickly."
An investment of billions or more was incredibly appealing to Tong Yitong, especially since she would be the boss’s representative managing the project. For a recent graduate and workplace newcomer like Tong Yitong, this was like a pie—or rather, a golden brick—falling from the sky. She would leap from being an entry-level employee to a top-tier one. The only daunting aspect was the work location.
"Boss, why is the workplace on a deserted island?"
"Because this project must be carried out on a deserted island," Yan Xing said, seeing Tong Yitong’s concern. "Don’t worry, this project poses no harm to the world. If you discover I’m lying, you can leave at any time. If you agree to take this job, I will also provide you with a personal bodyguard. Of course, if you don’t agree, I won’t force you. You can still be promoted to Vice President of the company, taking full charge of operations when I’m absent."
Becoming Vice President of Eternal Commerce and Trade was a significant step up for Tong Yitong, but the boss’s overseas project clearly offered even greater opportunities.
After some contemplation, Tong Yitong asked Yan Xing, "Boss, why did you choose me? I’ve only been working for half a year. Aren’t you afraid I’ll mess up your investment?"
Yan Xing shook his head helplessly. "To be honest, I’d rather not choose you either, but I don’t have many options. Given our current staff, if you don’t take it, I’ll have to ask someone else."
Tong Yitong’s expression darkened. The boss’s selection process was incredibly arbitrary! She recalled the expensive wine he’d casually brought to the company party. Arbitrary—yes, that perfectly matched his style.
"I’ll do it!" Tong Yitong didn’t want to miss this chance or regret refusing it later. "I’ll get my family on board. But... how often can I come back? It won’t be years between visits, will it?"
"You’re not going to prison," Yan Xing said, chuckling at Tong Yitong’s worried expression. "As long as it doesn’t affect your work, you can come back anytime. Once the island’s facilities are up and running, there’s no problem bringing your family over for a visit. Don’t be influenced by those movies; we’re not dealing with dangerous stuff. Since you’ve agreed, you’ll find out what the project is tonight."
"Tonight," Yan Xing replied. "Are you free tonight?"
Tong Yitong quickly responded, "Yes, yes, yes."
"Then you can head off. Meet me at ** Restaurant this evening."
"Okay." Realizing her life was about to undergo a major transformation, Tong Yitong stood up, a bit dazed, and started to walk out.
At that moment, Yan Xing called out to her again. "Have the people from the company next door still been coming over frequently these days?"
Tong Yitong turned and answered, "Yes, they seem to have a lot of free time and often come over to chat. They’ve even invited us out."
"Got it. Go get ready."
Yan Xing let Tong Yitong leave the office.
It seemed his large-scale purchases, followed by their mysterious disappearance, had finally caught someone’s attention. Recently, Chui Chui had spotted some suspicious individuals around the company warehouse. If it weren’t for Yan Xing’s formidable counter-surveillance skills, they would have likely found his residence by now. Indeed, these past few months, he’d gone from minor purchases to acquiring hundreds of thousands of tons of grain, cement, and steel rebar... Is it easy for me to develop my territory? With so much material arriving and none departing, simply vanishing into thin air, it would be self-deception to think it wouldn’t attract attention. Fortunately, the other party merely surveilled without taking action, allowing Yan Xing’s massive procurement to continue, much like someone covering their ears while stealing a bell. This was also why Yan Xing dared to raise Griffons in the real world. At this stage, what was there to conceal? Anyway, all those supplies just... SWOOSH! Gone. Isn’t that terrifying? If it were you, would you keep watching, or would you step forward and ask what kind of magic trick this was? And what if, after you asked, the person vanished too? Yan Xing felt that as long as he didn’t make any dangerous moves, this tacit understanding could probably last a while longer. Once the Eternal Domain completed its economic transformation and found alternative resources, its dependence on the real world would significantly decrease. By then, if things truly became irreconcilable, well, ’if one place won’t keep me, another surely will.’ The world is vast; where can’t I go? The worst-case scenario would be losing Eternal Commerce and Trade, this current shell company. Then I’d just have Chui Chui create a new identity for me, set up shop elsewhere, and continue sourcing materials. Just another hero rising to the challenge. Discovered again? I’d just change identities again. And the overseas Griffon breeding island? I’m still the boss; who would dare try to take my Griffons!
Having thought this through, Yan Xing no longer concerned himself with the company next door, not even entertaining the idea of eavesdropping.