Life's First Industry

At noon, after a meal, Zhang Yang took Wang Luyao home.

When it was time to leave, Wang Luyao was quite reluctant to part.

"So, our relationship ends last night?" she asked, standing on tiptoe and gently putting her arm around Zhang Yang's neck.

"Probably, maybe we can play a friendly match together sometime." Zhang Yang looked at this scumbag girl who cheated on her boyfriend and was even willing to break up with him just to spend the night with him, and spoke quite ruthlessly.

He clearly distinguishes between physical attraction and emotional attraction.

"Dream on, who do you think you are?" Wang Luyao snorted, looking at the handsome face in front of her that she could never have, and suddenly felt a little lost.

"Whatever you want. If I can't get you to come out next time, I'll just find someone else." Zhang Yang said with a nonchalant smile, his arms wrapped around Wang Luyao's slender waist.

Wang Luyao can't stay in her twenties forever, but there will always be a twenty-year-old Zhang Luyao, Li Luyao.

If you get tired of one, just move on to another.

Wang Luyao pouted, leaned forward, and gave the handsome man in front of her a hard kiss. Then she watched Zhang Yang get into the car and leave.

On her phone, she silently pinned Zhang Yang's WeChat to the top and starred it.

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In the afternoon, Zhang Yang didn't go anywhere and returned safely to An An empty home.

Open the windows, let in some fresh air, soak up the sunlight, and wait patiently for the task to be completed.

There's nothing wrong with reaping the rewards without sowing the benefits. Just like being a boss, if you do everything yourself, small business owners might be okay, but wouldn't big business owners be exhausted?

At 3 PM, Bei Wei's messages kept flashing.

"We've signed the contract! This is a historic moment! We've now signed contracts for more than ten branches in Magic City!"

Bei Wei cheered and immediately shared the good news.

"You've worked hard, I'll treat you well when we get back!" Zhang Yang was in a great mood as he listened to the pleasant notification from the system in his mind. He couldn't wait to fly to her side, hug Bei Wei, and spoil her.

"Honey, how are you planning to treat me?" Bei Wei texted.

Zhang Yang pondered for a moment, his mind unconsciously flashing through various material rewards.

When I came to my senses again, I looked at the chat box and saw only one voice message from Bei Wei.

Zhang Yang clicked on it casually.

"My darling, I want you." Bei Wei's slightly coquettish voice rang in my ears.

Zhang Yang was momentarily distracted. Thinking back, he realized that he had been away from home for quite some time, and it was time to return to Magic City.

He shared his joy with Bei Wei and Haohao, and after a moment, he put down his phone and composed himself.

"It's time to check the harvest."

Zhang Yang became engrossed in the system.

Final stage task: Expand franchise recruitment (completed)

Task: Recruit at least ten Magic City.

Task Reward 1: One random property

Task Reward 2: 50 experience points.

Task Reward 3: For each new franchise store in Magic City with more than 10 franchise stores, you will receive 5 experience points. This reward is valid indefinitely.

Rewards one and two have already been received, and reward three is a long-term reward, so there's no rush.

"Check the other rewards first," Zhang Yang thought to himself.

Fifty experience points have been earned, which is a big step forward on the road to leveling up.

But now, he's concerned about a different reward.

[A random industry]

From the moment he acquired the system, he has grown step by step.

From a laborer, he first earned over ten thousand yuan a day, and then, step by step, his appearance and physique improved.

In terms of wealth, daily income increased from over 10,000 yuan to 20,000 yuan, then 50,000 yuan, and now to 100,000 yuan.

Luxury watches, luxury cars, and later, mansions—he took them all.

But how to put it? Although he possessed all these things, he always felt like a rootless duckweed, somewhat unsettled.

This feeling was greatly alleviated only after owning a large apartment in COFCO Seaview No. 1.

To put it bluntly, it's a lack of security.

However, the emergence of random industries can undoubtedly greatly alleviate his insecurity.

He inherently prefers industries with fixed assets.

"System, claim the assets," Zhang Yang silently recited in his mind.

Bite!

Collecting.

Congratulations, host! You have acquired a Star City World Commercial Street, Yinghai City. The relevant property transfer has been completed. Please go to Yinghai Zhongshan Accounting Firm to collect it.

"Star City Plaza?" Zhang Yang muttered to himself, still a little confused.

He was certainly no stranger to Star City Plaza.

This is a cultural and creative commercial outdoor street that opened a couple of years ago. It has three floors and probably more than two hundred shops of all sizes.

Because of its proximity to the university town, Star City Plaza has always been quite popular, with students coming and going to shop every weekend.

Although Zhang Yang's original intention was to have a business in Magic City.

However, the Star City World Commercial Street project is currently estimated to be worth at least several hundred million yuan.

With two hundred shops, large and small, the annual rent must be worth tens of millions.

"I'm content!" Zhang Yang's eyes blazed with ecstasy.

Even if it were just a small three-story commercial street in Yinghai, it would be more than enough to satisfy him.

It's not just the rent, but the real sense of security that comes from the two hundred shops.

A commercial street that generates tens of millions in rent annually and has a total value of several hundred million.

Luxury homes and luxury cars.

The confidence to earn 100,000 a day.

"I guess I'm a genuine millionaire now, right?" Zhang Yang muttered to himself, in high spirits.

Even a small-time tycoon with a net worth of several hundred million is still a tycoon, far beyond what is considered a typical wealthy person. Finally, he took a solid step on the road to becoming a super-rich person.

It was late in the afternoon, so he didn't plan to wait any longer and went straight to the accounting firm to hand over his assets.

It was just before 3 p. m., inside the Zhongshan Accounting Firm in Yinghai City.

Zhang Yang sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, listening to three or five accountants explaining the business situation.

"There are 210 shops in total, more than I expected," Zhang Yang thought to himself.

These 210 shops are naturally not all large enough to open a hot pot restaurant. There are large shops, small shops, such as milk tea shops, small restaurants, and quite a few clothing stores.

"Mr. Zhang, all the property ownership certificates are here." The accountant looked at this young client who owned an entire commercial street with utmost respect.

Zhang Yang accepted everything without hesitation, then rose and, while being respectfully seen off, headed straight for his first business Star City World Commercial Street.

Star City Plaza owns its own properties.

Now that he has become the sole owner of Star City Plaza in the true sense, his first step is naturally to go to Star City Plaza property management to make contact and show his face.

While I'm at it, I'll check on the rent collection situation.

I had just left the accounting firm when my phone rang.

Zhang Yang glanced at it; it was a message from Meng Baihan.

Ask him if he's busy.

"What's up, old classmate?" Zhang Yang got into his Cayenne and casually sent a text message in response.

"Didn't we say we'd get together? Are you free tonight?" Meng Baihan asked.

"Tonight?" Zhang Yang wasn't really sure either.

The main reason is that he needs to go to the property management company of Star City Plaza later to inspect his first business venture. He's not sure if he'll have time tonight.

"I'm not sure either. You guys should get together. Send me the location, and I'll try my best to go."

"Okay, busy man, big boss, by the way, just letting you know in advance, tonight's event expenses will be split equally, okay?" Meng Baihan said to Zhang Yang.

"What do you mean, A? I'll treat you." Zhang Yang joked.

It's not about him having too much money or being a sucker; it's just that he finds it troublesome. A get-together costs at most a few thousand yuan, and there's always splitting the bill.

"That won't do, that's a matter of principle," Meng Baihan refused outright.

"Alright, we'll talk about it tonight then," Zhang Yang replied casually, not insisting.

A moment later, he received a message from Meng Baihan about a gathering. The specific location was a restaurant with many branches in Yinghai, which was very suitable for small to medium-sized gatherings.

Zhang Yang glanced at it and put down his phone, temporarily putting the matter out of his mind.

After all, what's more important than a class reunion than inspecting his first business venture?

Around 4 PM, Xinghai Tiandi Commercial Street.

Zhang Yang parked his car on the side of the road, got out alone, and stood by the roadside, looking at the commercial district that was both familiar and unfamiliar.

I was familiar with him because he often came here when he returned to Yinghai during holidays.

The feeling of unfamiliarity stemmed from the fact that, at this moment, it was the first time he had come here as a business owner, a proprietor of the entire commercial street.

Look at the shops in front of you.

McDonald's, Yuanzu, Jiang Gutou, Xuewang Milk Tea, various hot pot restaurants, barbecue restaurants...

These stores, which he once just glanced at, now hold new meaning for him.

He is now the owner, and these are now his tenants.

Looking around, all you see are his shops, all his tenants; it's a truly indescribable feeling.

As the sun set, Zhang Yang stood by the roadside for a long time.

His expression seemed somewhat dazed.

Occasionally, a beautifully dressed girl passing by would be drawn to this tall, handsome guy.

"Have you broken up with your boyfriend? Or what?"

I really want to go up and comfort her.

But in reality, no one knew that this handsome man was simply standing beside his own business, caught up in a surge of inner emotions and revelry.

Coming to his senses, Zhang Yang chuckled to himself and headed straight for the property management office.

It's time to show up at the property management office.

Star City World Property Management Company:

When Zhang Yang entered the property management company, it seemed quite busy inside.

Several young women in uniforms were busy greeting tenants, and it seemed like a meeting was still going on inside the conference room.

Zhang Yang wasn't in a hurry to disturb them and found a place to sit down first.

The tea bar next door offers coffee and other beverages.

He didn't stand on ceremony; he grabbed a bottle, opened it, and drank it. After all, it was all property under his name, and the goods were naturally his property, so why be polite?

On the other side, the young woman from the property management office, having finished attending to the tenants, finally came to her senses.

Huh?

Why is that handsome guy over there so casual? He just took bottled water from their bar!

He's incredibly handsome, but his character is... well, worrying.

The two girls exchanged a glance, and one of them stepped forward and asked.

"Handsome, are you looking to rent a shop? Or is there something else?"

"I'm looking for your Manager Chen," Zhang Yang said with a smile, glancing up at the girl in front of him.

"Looking for Manager Chen?" The young woman was taken aback, a hint of surprise in her voice. "Manager Chen is in a meeting right now, could you wait a bit?"

"It's alright, just go in and let them know." Zhang Yang glanced at the conference room inside.

The girl noticed that the handsome guy's calm and composed demeanor suggested he wasn't an ordinary person.

What if something really urgent happens?

After some hesitation, she still headed towards the conference room.

Zhang Yang was sitting on the sofa outside when he saw the girl open the conference room door a little, peek in, and say something.

Immediately, the conference room fell silent.

A moment later, the door swung open, and a man in his thirties walked out with a broad smile, bowing as he went straight to her.

"Excuse me, are you Mr. Zhang Yang?"

"It's me. Are you done yet? If not, you can go ahead and do your thing. I don't mind sitting for a bit," Zhang Yang said casually.

"It's all done! Mr. Zhang, this way please, this way please," Manager Chen said repeatedly, then invited Zhang Yang to a small office to the side.

Zhang Yang nodded and went inside with him.

Outside the door, several girls looked at each other and whispered among themselves. Someone blurted out something.

"This Mr. Zhang, could he be our new boss?"

"Really? So young?!"

"This is what a real-life super-rich, handsome, and successful man looks like..."

Forgive their exaggerated language, but in their eyes, a handsome guy who owns over two hundred shops and an entire commercial street is practically a living, breathing super-rich, and handsome man, isn't he?

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Inside the office, Zhang Yang sipped his tea as Manager Chen explained the situation.

"Mr. Zhang, the occupancy rate of the entire shop has now reached over 93%, and most of the vacant shops are on the third floor," Manager Chen explained.

Zhang Yang nodded, not surprised.

In terms of popularity, the first floor is the most popular, followed by the second floor. Very few people actually have the time to go to the third floor. With less popularity, it's natural that the apartments won't be rented out.

"Oh, right, Mr. Zhang, there's also the rent."

Manager Chen then outlined the most important aspect: the rent.

Based on last year's year-on-year data, it is estimated that this year's rent will be over ten million, and since the rent is paid every six months, the rent collection for the second half of the year has just begun.

The current rent is all in the company's account, and Zhang Yang can withdraw it whenever he needs it.

"Well done, keep it up," Zhang Yang encouraged him.

"Mr. Zhang, would you like to take a look around? Shall I accompany you?" Manager Chen asked tentatively.

"Okay, let's take a look around." Zhang Yang nodded.

The two went outside.

I don't know when it started, but the employees outside are all sitting upright, and I don't know if they're really busy or just pretending.

"Is the work atmosphere here always this serious?" Zhang Yang asked Manager Chen, who was standing to the side.

"Yes, yes." He wiped his sweat. "Everyone has always been very serious about their work."

"No need for that. Just relax and be natural," Zhang Yang casually commented. "Be careful of lower back strain."