Double Blessing

Time flew by, and a week passed in the blink of an eye.

"President Zhou, once you sign, the funds will be credited immediately."

That day, the startup loan Zhou Feiyu had been eagerly awaiting finally completed all approval procedures. As the person in charge of Feiyang New Material Technology Co., Ltd., he had come to the bank to complete the final signing formalities.

Wang Lei, the newly appointed head of the legal department at Feiyang New Material Technology Co., Ltd., had accompanied him.

"Okay!"

Zhou Feiyu's heart surged with emotion. After taking a deep breath, he firmly signed his name and stamped it with the company seal.

Director Dong watched him with a smile, his expression filled with appreciation.

At the beginning of a business venture, every incoming payment was enough to stir one's heart in ways that were hard to describe. Zhou Feiyu was only slightly excited, which showed just how remarkable his self-control was.

Once all the procedures were completed, the funds would reach the account that very day, barring any surprises, and Zhou Feiyu could begin his entrepreneurial journey.

"Director Dong, thank you for your strong support. If possible, all of Feiyang New Material Technology Company's future transactions will be conducted through accounts at your bank."

Zhou Feiyu expressed his gratitude.

Director Dong's smile broadened. "Then I hope President Zhou will take good care of us in the future."

That was mostly just a polite remark.

True prodigies were exceedingly rare; there might not even be a few in the entire country. Most entrepreneurs struggled terribly during their first few years, especially college students starting businesses, many of whom were merely dabbling on a small scale. Therefore, he estimated that Zhou Feiyu's venture would face great difficulties over the next three to five years. Its transaction volume would also be very limited, meaning its contribution to the bank's business would naturally be minimal. There was no need for him to pay it too much attention—he could simply leave the routine follow-up to his subordinates.

Zhou Feiyu understood this perfectly and smiled. "It should be Director Dong who takes good care of Feiyang. Speaking of which, Feiyang should be receiving a round of financing soon. I'd like to place it with your bank, so I hope Director Dong will keep an eye on it then."

"Financing?"

Director Dong was instantly stunned. Even his well-practiced smile could not hold, revealing obvious shock as his reaction lagged by half a beat.

Only then did he hurriedly ask, "President Zhou, is that true?"

He could hardly believe it.

Although Zhou Feiyu had previously provided him with a series of patent certificates, and he knew Zhou Feiyu had new products in hand, he was not in the materials industry and naturally did not understand the actual value of those new-product patents. There were far too many patents in society, and many of them were worthless—or at least had no value at the current stage.

But from Zhou Feiyu's words, those patents for his new products really seemed extraordinary.

Zhou Feiyu nodded. "Of course it's true."

Amid his surprise, Director Dong could not help but beam with delight. "Congratulations, congratulations! And thank you for your trust, President Zhou."

"You're too kind."

Zhou Feiyu smiled. Seeing that it was nearly noon, he suggested they go out for a meal together to thank Director Dong for his support.

Director Dong readily agreed. He also wanted to get the details about the financing.

Soon, the three of them got into Director Dong's car and prepared to find a nearby kitchen for lunch.

The various kitchens were also a major feature of Nanjiang County. From No. 1 Kitchen to No. 8 Kitchen, or any other kitchen, the name had to include the word "Kitchen," as though that made it seem especially authentic.

Just then, a call came through to Zhou Feiyu's phone.

"Hm? Li Shihan?"

The moment Zhou Feiyu saw the caller ID, a smile immediately appeared on his face, and he quickly answered.

"Hello, Little Yu Ge. Is it convenient for you to come pick me up? I'm back. I'm about to leave the county high-speed rail station."

Li Shihan's gentle, sweet voice came through the phone.

Zhou Feiyu was immediately taken aback. "What? Why did you come back from Peng City?"

Li Shihan said with a giggle, "Yes, I'm back. I think the county is still better than being over there."

"President Zhou, who came back from Peng City? Do you need to pick them up?"

Director Dong, who was driving in front, had heard him and asked.

Zhou Feiyu hesitated before asking, "Would that... be convenient?"

Director Dong laughed heartily. "What's inconvenient about that? It's just a press of the accelerator. Since they're President Zhou's friend, we can all go eat together."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Director Dong."

Zhou Feiyu politely thanked him, then said to Li Shihan, "Wait at the high-speed rail station for a little while longer. I'll come pick you up right away."

The county town was only a ten-minute drive from the high-speed rail station. It really was just a matter of pressing the accelerator.

Before long, the three arrived by car at the parking lot outside the high-speed rail station exit. Director Dong and Wang Lei waited in the car while Zhou Feiyu got out and walked over alone.

At the exit, Li Shihan stood out sharply amid the crowd with her tall figure and long hair, graceful and poised.

"Shihan!"

Before he had even reached her, Zhou Feiyu spotted her at once and hurriedly called out.

"Little Yu Ge!"

Li Shihan saw him as well. She lifted a hand in greeting, a smile blooming across her round face as her clear black-and-white eyes curved into crescents.

She stood where she was waiting, a small bag slung over her shoulder and a large suitcase standing beside her, waiting for Zhou Feiyu to walk over.

"Could this be the surprise you had for me?"

Zhou Feiyu walked up to her and reached out to help carry her suitcase.

Li Shihan leaned forward slightly, bit her lip, and seemed to want to say something but held back.

Zhou Feiyu smiled and asked, "What is it?"

Li Shihan took a deep breath and slowly let it out. A faint blush colored her fair face. She shook her head, then gave him a playful smile. "Isn't this a surprise? Aren't you happy? Look, I brought everything back with me. I'm planning to find something to do here at home."

Her flower-like smile made Zhou Feiyu's heart skip a beat. Unable to resist, he reached over and stroked Li Shihan's hair. "Of course it's a surprise. I'm incredibly happy. From now on, we'll be together."

Li Shihan stiffened for a moment, but quickly relaxed. She nodded. "Mm!"

She looked so earnest and well-behaved that Zhou Feiyu's heart stirred even more. So this was what girls were like.

Opposites attracted; men and women fell in love.

A young, beautiful girl who was sweet and earnest was always endearing.

Back in the car, Director Dong and Wang Lei's presence made Li Shihan feel a little shy, but after Zhou Feiyu introduced her, she still greeted them both gracefully.

Zhou Feiyu introduced her to them. "This is my girlfriend, Li Shihan!"

"Oh!"

Director Dong and Wang Lei responded in unison.

Wang Lei was more familiar with the name "Li Shihan" than the other man, and he could not help taking another look at her. She really is beautiful. No wonder both President Zhou and Zeng Xianbing like her. But judging by this, President Zhou is still the more capable one.

At Zhou Feiyu's introduction, Li Shihan shot him a glare, but she did not deny it.

And to Zhou Feiyu, her lack of denial was the same as tacit agreement, which made him even more delighted.

They ate at No. 8 Kitchen.

When Director Dong and Wang Lei learned that Li Shihan had quit her good job in Peng City and returned to the county town to build her career, they both said, "For a relationship to last, the two of you have to be together."

Director Dong smiled and added, "The arts industry in the county town is indeed underdeveloped, and the salary and benefits are nowhere near what you'd find in larger cities. If Miss Li doesn't mind, you could come work at our bank. I can arrange a position as an Artistic Cadre for you—nine to five, weekends off. Usually, you'd handle the duties of a lobby manager, and during holidays, you'd help our bank rehearse some performances. What do you think?"