Soft Candy, Hard Candy, Milk Candy

The main conference room is located on the 50th floor of the Yan Province Financial Center.

"Chairman Tang, this is Rongliu Investment's Organizational Chart. Currently, the vacancy rate is 50%. De Ju Ren He is actively helping us improve it, but we can already conduct business normally."

Tang Song took the documents handed to him by HR Director June and carefully reviewed them.

As the chairman of Rongliu Capital, he also serves as the Executive Director and CEO of Rongliu Investment, a WOFE (World Enterprise).

Below him is Vice President Zhang Chengyuan, who is in charge of operations and compliance.

Another vice president, Chen Weitian, is currently still at the Hong Kong headquarters and will be in charge of investment business after joining the company.

Next are the core business departments, including the Investment Department, Research Department, Risk Control Department, and Auditing Department.

With the existing talent pool from Juqing Huijin as a foundation, all departments are now staffed, and normal investment activities can be carried out.

As a newly established branch in mainland China, Rongliu Investment's main task is to assist its Hong Kong headquarters in post-investment management.

His "Growth Plan Task" requires him to invest in three companies with unicorn potential.

The first thing Tang Song needs to do is to use a professional team to screen out companies with investment value, and then analyze them one by one, using Tang Song's Draft Paper to find companies with unicorn potential.

This is a very large project.

While he was deep in thought.

"Buzz buzz buzz—" The Mobile Phone in my pocket vibrated.

Tang Song glanced at it and his brow twitched.

He immediately stood up and said, "Please wait a moment, everyone. I have something to attend to and need to go out for a bit."

After saying that, Tang Song quickly walked out of the conference room.

Find a quiet corner, locate the Wen Ruan phone, and dial directly.

He almost forgot that Glimmer Coffee's marketing business would involve in-depth cooperation with Guangying Media.

Xie Shuyu had previously invited him to go and talk to Wen Ruan together.

However, it was Qixi Festival at the time, and he was having too much fun, so he forgot to tell Wen Ruan beforehand.

Although he knew Wen Ruan and Xie Shuyu as he did, he knew they were unlikely to actually fight, he still felt guilty in the face of his two girlfriends meeting.

"Dudu beep beep—"

The phone rang for a long time, but no one answered, making Tang Song so anxious that he started sweating.

Just as the call was about to automatically disconnect, Wen Ruan, magnetic voice came from the receiver. "Hello? What made you suddenly decide to call me?"

"Ruan Ruan, are you... alright now?"

"Hehe, I was just chatting with your General Xie about you." Wen Ruan paused, then teased, "So you've finally made your move, haven't you? Directly investing in Xie Shuyu, how does it feel? Tell your older sister."

Hearing that Wen Ruan was driving again, Tang Song finally felt relieved.

This at least proves that the situation is far less exaggerated than Zhang Xintong described.

Tang Song said softly, "My relationship with her hasn't reached that point yet, and I think Ruan Ruan bottom would be better."

"Then tell me the truth, was the reason you arranged for me to be at Shengyuan Jiajing because of Xie Shuyu? You're addicted to older men, trying to play with combinations, aren't you?"

Tang Song immediately denied it, saying, "Absolutely not! I'm not that kind of person!"

"I'm too lazy to call you out on it. We both know each other perfectly well," Wen Ruan complained Wen Ruan, then added, "Don't worry, I haven't told her about you yet. Knowing General Xie as I do, she's not the emotional type. Even if she finds out, she won't openly confront me. After all, I'm the big boss of Guangying Media now."

"I knew my sister was the best."

"You'd better know that I've made a lot of compromises for you in Mo Mo!" Wen Ruan snorted, somewhat puzzled, and said, "By the way, Qingning Technology suddenly sent me an event invitation today, specifically asking me to attend. Are you hiding something from me?"

Upon hearing this, Tang Song's heart skipped a beat, and she suddenly remembered that her older sister was carrying a pot on her back.

"Ruan Ruan, there's something I'd like to ask you for help with."

"Is it about your ' White Moonlight '?"

"Right."

"I don't want to hear it, I don't want to hear it! Don't touch me! I just want to be your little lover in peace, I don't care about anything else." Wen Ruan immediately started to give up.

"Sister, this matter can't be left to you. Why don't I come to you tonight and tell you in person?"

Tang Song put a lot of effort into the word "mouth".

The Wen Ruan voice on the other end of the phone hissed, "Are you serious? You were the one who initiated this!"

"Hmm." Tang Song gritted his teeth and said, "I know you have 72 good points: sexy, gentle, beautiful, and 69. I'd really like to talk to you about them."

"Ahem, well... I have to go to a meeting with Mr. Xie now. You can talk to me about it in person tonight." Her Wen Ruan, mature voice suddenly became somewhat alluring. "I'm the kind of person who usually agrees immediately, otherwise I won't. Bye~"

"Bye-Bye."

After hanging up the phone, Tang Song shook his head helplessly.

First Xie Shuyu, then Liu Qingning —any normal woman would be angry.

Left with no other choice, he had to use his good looks to win over the older sister.

He knew some of Wen Ruan's little quirks, such as her particular fondness for his face and her constant trash talk about pinning him down and rubbing him against her.

Putting away his Mobile Phone, Tang Song turned and walked towards the conference room.

After taking only a few steps, a somewhat excited voice suddenly came from the side and front. "Chairman Tang."

Tang Song looked up and nodded, saying, "Xiao Xue, you've started work, right? Are you satisfied with your new job?"

Lin Mu Xue gently bit her lower lip, her gaze tender as she said, "I'm very satisfied. Thank you for your recognition and guidance!"

Tang Song strolled up to her, a satisfied expression on his face.

Xiao Xue's greatest strengths are actually her adaptability and malleability.

This can be seen from her behavior after Juqing Huijin.

Now that she's joined Rongliu Capital, it's a new challenge for her.

The next step is to help her complete this transformation process, observe and understand her changes in thinking, cognition, and emotions, and complete the task of "Experience Humanity".

After thinking for a moment, Tang Song gently patted her shoulder and smiled, "Let's go, come inside with me for the meeting."

"Okay, sure!" Lin Mu Xue nodded vigorously, her eyes shining brightly.

As I came out of the restroom, I saw Tang Song standing there making a phone call.

After waiting for so long, wasn't it all just to sneak into the meeting room?

Having just joined the new company as a senior executive with an annual salary of 1.5 million and top-tier benefits, I always feel uneasy if I don't attend meetings and make my presence felt.

It was a little after 3 p. m.

Headquarters of Guangying Media.

"It's a pleasure working together, Mr. Xie. Rest assured, I will arrange for someone to follow up on this matter, and the marketing plan for Glimmer Coffee will be finalized as soon as possible."

"It's a pleasure working with you." Xie Shuyu warmly stepped forward and hugged Wen Ruan. "I've been quite busy lately, but I'll treat you to a meal sometime."

"Okay, let's get together properly after you're done with this busy period. I also hope that everything goes well for Mr. Xie's work and that he doesn't overwork himself."

"Thank you for your Wen Ruan. I won't bother you any longer. Goodbye."

"Goodbye."

The elevator doors slowly closed.

Xie Shuyu's enthusiastic smile gradually faded, her red lips pursed, and her eyes sparkled.

After today's interaction, she is certain of one thing.

The relationship between the Tang Song and Song dynasties and Wen Ruan is absolutely extraordinary.

The framework agreement was incredibly lenient. Guangying Media not only provided the best marketing team, but also offered the lowest prices for almost all media outlets, with high rebate rates.

Overall, it was 30% cheaper than the contract she had previously negotiated with Guangying Media, but the services were top-notch.

It's important to understand that this is a long-term partnership, and branding Glimmer Coffee requires a significant investment in marketing, which is no small sum.

Tang Song...

Xie Shuyu's red lips trembled slightly, her mind a jumbled mess.

From the very beginning, she had no intention of marrying Tang Song, nor did she intend to tie herself to him.

However, when the time came, I still felt somewhat uneasy.

She is a very rational person, and in her understanding and belief, she and Tang Song are really not suitable for marriage.

In fact, regardless of gender, after achieving success in their careers, people generally expect their partners to be obedient, devoted to the family, and provide stable emotional support.

She couldn't do any of these things; for her, family relationships were often a burden.

She also couldn't settle down and be a devoted wife and mother.

"Ding—" The elevator slowly came to a stop on the first floor.

With a sigh, Xie Shuyu banished these complicated thoughts from her mind and strode outside.

Glimmer Coffee is located in Huayun Center Block A, just a few dozen meters away from Guangying Media.

This also made the cooperation between the two parties smoother and more successful.

Back at the headquarters of Glimmer Coffee.

Assistant Xiao Min reminded him, "Mr. Xie, there's a video conference with Inspiration Design later."

"Okay, I understand." Xie Shuyu nodded gently and returned to her office to begin preparing the documents.

To achieve its expansion goals, Glimmer Coffee needs to prepare a lot of things.

In addition to marketing and promotion, it is also necessary to create a unique brand image and culture.

More than ten minutes later.

The heads of several key departments of Glimmer Coffee arrived at the conference room one after another.

The video conference was connected.

Several employees who Inspiration Design appeared on the screen.

Xie Shuyu Wei Xiao and said, "Good afternoon, everyone."

"Hello, Mr. Xie, we are all ready and can begin at any time."

"OK." Xie Shuyu nodded, her gaze sweeping over the people on the screen, and casually asked, "Where's Cheng Qiuqiu? Hasn't she arrived yet?"

A female leader from the Inspiration Design smiled and said, "Qiu Qiu has other business to attend to. Little Rain will be in charge of the UI/UX design for Glimmer Coffee. She is an excellent and experienced employee in our company's UI team."

Glimmer Coffee needs to integrate various aspects such as visuals, experience, and communication, which requires the cooperation of an entire team, and Little Rain is more suitable.

Immediately afterwards, a girl with round-framed glasses standing next to her stood up and said, "Mr. Xie. Xie, I am Li Yu."

Xie Shuyu frowned slightly, but didn't say anything more. "Okay, let's begin."

She actually quite admired the girl named Cheng Qiuqiu.

Although she is taciturn, she has a great talent for design, and the things she makes perfectly reflect her wishes.

However, Cheng Qiuqiu was just an ordinary employee who had just graduated, so perhaps her Inspiration Design had their own considerations.

Chengjing Business Building.

Yan City Inspiration Brand Design Co., Ltd..

Upon seeing the conference room door open, Cheng Qiuqiu strode forward, her gaze fixed on the project manager in front of her.

"Sister Zhang, haven't I always been in charge of the UI for Glimmer Coffee? Why...?"

Sister Zhang looked up at her and said calmly, "There's no reason why, we just don't think you're suitable."

After saying that, Sister Zhang turned around and walked away.

Cheng Qiuqiu's pale lips were tightly pressed together, and her eyes were filled with a gloomy expression.

Just as I was about to turn and leave, I vaguely heard hushed conversations coming from the conference room.

"Who does she think she is? She always has that cold look on her face, like everyone owes her something."

"Exactly, they don't even know basic teamwork. I don't want to work with people like that."

Cheng Qiuqiu's body suddenly stiffened, and a hint of panic and helplessness flashed across her indifferent face.

He returned to his workstation with his head down, staring blankly at the "Glimmer Coffee Digital Experience Design Draft" on his computer.

She had heard before that some colleagues talked badly about her behind her back.

However, Cheng Qiuqiu didn't take it too seriously.

She is indeed very bad at handling interpersonal relationships, has low emotional intelligence, doesn't know how to say polite things, and usually appears somewhat aloof.

While in school, I would unknowingly offend some classmates.

She was 100% serious about her work and always achieved excellent results, so she never expected to be ostracized from the project team.

Inspiration Design is a standard Internet Plus company that operates on a project team model.

Performance evaluations and year-end bonuses are all linked to the projects completed this year.

Glimmer Coffee has completed its financing round and will next cooperate deeply with the company to fully develop its brand.

This is the company's largest design order in the second half of this year.

Correspondingly, the project team's status has also risen accordingly.

If this case is successful, the team members will receive a substantial bonus at the end of the year.

Cheng Qiuqiu cherishes this opportunity very much and has already worked overtime for a week. Yesterday, she even finished the first draft of the design.

Of course, besides these, there is another reason she is unwilling to face.

That was the Tang Song.

I used to work with him on website and Mini Program designs.

I originally planned to send him the initial design draft today and discuss the next steps of development with him.

I never expected it to turn out like this.

"Ding-dong—" WeChat notification sound rang out.

[Manager Li: "Qiu Qiu, come to my office, I need to talk to you about something."]

Cheng Qiuqiu bit her lip, got up and walked towards the office.

"Knock knock knock—"

"Please come in."

Pushing open the office door, Li Jingzhong, who was sitting in a chair, gestured with his hand, "Please sit down, Qiu Qiu."

Cheng Qiuqiu nodded and sat down on the stool opposite her, her eyes lowered and her face expressionless.

"Well, I'm going to Rong City on a business trip next week to meet with a major client." Li Jingzhong looked at her pretty face and said with a smile, "I know your family is from Rong City, so I'd like you to come along. What do you say?"

Upon hearing her words, Cheng Qiuqiu raised her head and gently shook her head, saying, "I'm sorry, Manager Li, I have some family matters to attend to and cannot leave."

Li Jingzhong raised an eyebrow and continued, "Think about this carefully. This client is very important. If you can successfully secure the contract, I can recommend you for the position of project manager, which will be very beneficial to your career development."

"No need!" Cheng Qiuqiu stood up abruptly, bowed, and said, "I'm sorry, Manager Li, I have to go now."

After saying that, Cheng Qiuqiu turned around and strode out.

Instead of returning to her workstation, she walked straight out of the company gate and hid alone in the quiet stairwell.

Compared to school, the workplace seems particularly cruel and indifferent.

The ostracism from her colleagues and the harassment from her superiors left her exhausted.

She felt she wasn't suited for the workplace, didn't know what to do, and didn't know where her future lay.

My friend Ling Ling is a full-time designer at a large clothing design company, earning over 10,000 yuan a month. Many of her designs are selling very well.

My close Senior Schoolmate has successfully started her own business and is now a shareholder and vice president of the company.

Needless to say, my friend Tang Song is not only a major shareholder of Songmei Clothing, but also very outstanding and wealthy himself.

Cheng Qiuqiu felt like a complete failure, and she felt increasingly distant from them.

Just then.

"Buzz buzz buzz—" The Mobile Phone in my pocket suddenly started vibrating.

Cheng Qiuqiu took out her Mobile Phone, glanced at it, and quickly answered the call.

"Hey, Senior Schoolmate."

"Qiu Qiu, is it a convenient time to talk now?"

"It's convenient, I'm not at the company right now." Cheng Qiuqiu licked her dry lips, trying to make her voice sound normal.

"Here's the thing, our company plans to launch its own women's clothing brand. We'll be assembling a design team to enhance brand awareness. All brand operations related to He Yiyi will be handled by a dedicated team, so... our freelance work will be over. The elements you designed before will also be significantly revised to better align with the brand's tone."

Hearing her Senior Schoolmate's words, Cheng Qiuqiu felt a pang of pain in her heart, and tears streamed down her face without her realizing it.

It wasn't actually about the money, but she didn't know the specific reason either.

I just feel so uncomfortable, so very uncomfortable.

She sniffed and said in a low voice, "I understand, Senior Schoolmate. This is a good thing. I wish you all the best."

"What's wrong, Qiu Qiu?" Gao Mengting keenly sensed that something was amiss. "Did something happen?"

Cheng Qiuqiu wiped away her tears and said softly, "No, it's just a small problem at work, it's nothing."

"Alright, let's get down to business."

"Um... what's up?"

Gao Mengting smiled and said softly, "I just mentioned that we're going to build our own design team. I wonder if our dear designer Qiu Qiu would be interested in joining us? Don't say Senior Schoolmate 'm not looking out for you; I'll offer you a supervisor position with excellent salary and benefits, much higher than at Inspiration Design."

"Huh?!" Cheng Qiuqiu suddenly stood up from the steps, somewhat nervously saying, "This... this... Senior Schoolmate, you're not joking, are you?"

"Of course not. How about it? Interested in switching jobs? Songmei Clothing is just as good as Inspiration Design these days."

Cheng Qiuqiu's hand trembled slightly, and a surge of immense joy welled up in her heart. "Senior Schoolmate, I was just afraid of letting you down."

"No, strictly speaking, you're also part of our startup team. Although it's a part-time position, our boss and colleagues are very satisfied with your design. I discussed this with our Mr. Tang, beforehand, and he has a very good impression of you."

Tang Song...

Cheng Qiuqiu silently repeated his name a few times in her heart, and said, "Then I'll give it a try."

"That's fantastic!" Gao Mengting exclaimed excitedly. "Finish your work at your company first, then inform them of your resignation. Our team is being built, and we look forward to your arrival!"

"Thank you, Senior Schoolmate. I will work hard."

After hanging up the phone, Cheng Qiuqiu stared blankly at the empty white wall in front of her for a while.

He felt his heartbeat gradually calm down before heading to his office.

Back at my workstation.

Cheng Qiuqiu opened Tang Song's chat box, wanting to tell him about living with her Senior Schoolmate and how she once helped Songmei Clothing design the logo wall.

However, as soon as my fingers touched the keyboard, I didn't know where to begin.

Moreover, she didn't know why she had kept it a secret from her Senior Schoolmate, not telling her about her acquaintance with Tang Song.

It might be because of Ling Ling's Qixi Festival gift, or it might be because of her own little thoughts.

Just as her mind Wind Rises.

A series of footsteps approached.

Cheng Qiuqiu looked up and saw Project Manager Sister Zhang and her colleague Li Yu.

"Qiu Qiu, hand over all the UI/UX design drafts you did for Glimmer Coffee to Little Rain."

"OK."

Li Yu said with a grin, "By the way, Qiu Qiu, I remember you've already started working on the ' Glimmer Coffee Digital Experience Design Draft.' Send me any progress updates, and I'll take a quick look at them. I'll treat you to dinner later."

Cheng Qiuqiu said coldly, "No, it's already deleted."

"Uh..." Li Yu rolled her eyes in annoyance. "Qiu Qiu, can you not be so heartless? We're all colleagues, is it really necessary?"

Sister Zhang frowned, about to say something to reprimand her.

Cheng Qiuqiu said directly, "I will submit my resignation immediately."

8 p. m.

Shengyuan Jiajing, Building 6 Townhouse.

Outside the window, the night was pitch black, while the master bedroom on the second floor was lit by dim and enchanting Mood Lighting.

The bed was a complete mess.

Wen Ruan, dressed in a sexy silk nightgown, lay languidly on the bed.

His legs were curled up, and his eyes were vacant.

"Splash—" came the sound of water from the bathroom.

Immediately afterwards, Tang Song strolled out.

Looking at the older woman on the bed, he couldn't resist going over and giving her a hard pat on her peach-shaped buttocks. "How was that?"

"So refreshing!" Wen Ruan deep breath, somewhat intoxicated, and looked at Tang Song's handsome face, saying, "Tell me, my good little brother, what do you need my help with?"

She hasn't fully come to her senses yet.

The full cooperation of the Tang Song.

This directly propelled her, this great mage, to the level of a god of magic.

That scene was truly indescribable, and left a lasting impression.

Tang Song stepped forward and hugged the older sister.

He leaned close to her ear and told her about how he had told Liu Qingning that she was his girlfriend.

Upon hearing this, Wen Ruan jumped out of bed, her eyes wide with anger, and said, "You, Tang Song, how could you make me take the blame for such a huge mistake?! And Xie Shuyu, you're not going to make me do this kind of thing every time, are you?!"

She knew Liu Qingning well; she was a woman even Su Yu was afraid of, and it was said that even Director Jin was worried about her.

Now you want me to face the damage head-on?

Can I handle it?

You're making things Zhuangzhuang for Zhuangzhuang!

"Just this once," Tang Song said awkwardly. "We made an agreement beforehand. You've enjoyed yourself, and there's no going back now. Qing Ning will definitely talk to you later, so be prepared."

"You!" Wen Ruan's eyelids trembled, her large, full chest heaving, and she suddenly said, "First, open Liu Qingning's Moments so I can get a basic understanding of what kind of person she is."

"She hasn't updated her social media much in the past year."

"It's nothing, I was just browsing. You've already been a scumbag, you can't even handle something this simple, can you?"

"Okay, here you go." Tang Song picked up his Mobile Phone from the bedside table, opened WeChat, found Liu Qingning's profile, and handed it to her.

Wen Ruan quickly took the Mobile Phone, her slender fingers swiping across it.

A moment later.

"Ding ding ding—ding ding ding—" The voice call invitation sounded.

Tang Song was startled. "What the hell are you doing?!"

Wen Ruan dodged backward, then smiled and said, "You're scared already? Is it really necessary? Just pretend I don't exist and focus on chatting with her. I just want to get to know her beforehand and how you two get along."

"Give it to me!" Tang Song reached out to snatch the Mobile Phone.

Wen Ruan made a "shh" gesture and silently mouthed, "The call has been connected."

Immediately afterwards, Liu Qingning's lovely voice came through the receiver. "Tang Song."

Tang Song's heart skipped a beat. He quickly composed himself, took the Mobile Phone, and said, "Hey, Qing Ning, have you eaten yet?"

"I ate at 6:30 and am studying in my study today. I came across Qingning Technology's Unassisted Loss Load-Balancing Strategy and made some notes, which I was just about to share with you..."

Liu Qingning continued speaking, but Tang Song suddenly widened his eyes.

Their eyes met, Wen Ruan winked playfully at him, mouthing, "I want candy."

Soft candy, hard candy, milk candy.