Do You Have the Right to Act Aloof?

As night falls, the Bund is ablaze with lights.

Standing in the COFCO Seaview No. 1, everyone has a different feeling.

Zhang Yang stood alone on the balcony. Behind him, the living room was filled with laughter and chatter. Bei Jiajia was holding Bei Wei's hand, whispering something to each other. Bei Tianfu and his wife sat comfortably on the sofa.

The enormous television, over 100 inches in size, was showing something I couldn't quite make out. The picture quality was so good you could see every pore, but it seemed like nobody was paying attention to it.

"What a delightful scene!" Zhang Yang exclaimed, enjoying the river breeze on the balcony, feeling exceptionally relaxed.

In such a brightly lit, spacious apartment, imagine the whole family enjoying fruits and snacks on New Year's Eve, watching the Spring Festival Gala, with the Magic City's dazzling lights and the bustling metropolis outside the Bund, along with the spectacular fireworks that last all night long. The feeling is truly indescribable.

"Hmm, I definitely need to find a chance for my parents to experience this," Zhang Yang muttered to himself.

He still needs to consider the couple's acceptance of this Magic City- million dollar apartment in Shanghai, so he plans to help his family expand their restaurant next time he goes home. Then, his next step is to get the couple a big house in Yinghai so they can enjoy life there first.

He believes in taking things step by step. He doesn't need to consider other people's acceptance levels; they can accept it or not, but he has to take his parents' opinions into account.

The WeChat Moments on my phone are also filled with the lights of countless homes, everyone sharing their daily lives.

Bei Wei's WeChat Moments had naturally been updated long ago.

The couple's photo is overflowing with sweetness; the young woman hugs his arm with a face full of happiness and admiration, with the Huangpu River, the century-old Bund, and the Magic City the Bund behind them.

Just the fact that they're mutual friends is enough to get a lot of likes.

Xiang Youde: Oh, brother, you're already looking at houses? And this is the view of the Bund... what am I supposed to do?

Former colleagues also gave it a thumbs up.

It's unclear whether Xiang Youde, the big mouth, said anything at the company, but Zhang Yang didn't care. Whether he knew or not, it had nothing to do with him, and he had no concerns whatsoever.

Ultimately, I'll have no further contact with those people at the company.

Zhang Yang casually scrolled through his WeChat Moments again, seeing posts from people striving for success, selling insurance, advertising their own shops, and subtly flaunting their happiness and wealth...

Those things that once moved him, those things he admired and longed for, now seem insignificant, like fleeting clouds.

This truly is... a panoramic view from the top.

"Mr. Zhang, the dinner is all ready." A four-person team specializing in high-end banquet services came over to greet him.

"Thank you, you've worked hard." Zhang Yang saw the person to the door, and when he looked back, he saw that the Amazon green stone dining table was already filled with an incredibly lavish feast.

The kitchen was spotless, as if it had never been used.

"Dinner's ready!" Zhang Yang called to the group as they came to eat, and also opened some good wine.

"It smells so good!" Bei Jiajia ran over and stared blankly at the dishes on the table.

Soup-Filled Yellow Croaker, Braised Shark Fin, baked South American red lobster with cheese in broth, Stir-Fried Australian Wagyu Beef Cubes with Scallions with scallions...

Most importantly, she even saw a bowl of Boiled Cabbage in Supreme Broth for each person on the table. This is a famous Sichuan dish that has long been renowned.

This seemingly casual family dinner somehow managed to create the luxurious feel of a top-tier restaurant.

Zhang Yang invited everyone to sit down, casually opened a bottle of aged Moutai, and poured some red wine for Bei Wei and the others.

"This red wine is so full-bodied! What kind of wine is it?" Bei Jiajia took a small sip and couldn't help but ask.

Bei Tianfu stared dumbfounded as Bei Jiajia casually swirled the glass, the rich red wine clinging to the rim, then glanced at the bottle casually placed aside; his eyes nearly popped out of their sockets.

Is this wine something we can share?

He dared not speak, but secretly savored the wealth that Zhang Yang inadvertently revealed in his every move.

What appeared to be an equal partnership had, in his mind, become severely tilted.

Do they even care about the tiny, insignificant benefits I offer?

"Looks like I'll have to show more sincerity," Bei Tianfu thought to himself.

At the dinner table, glasses clinked and drinks flowed freely, everyone enjoying themselves immensely.

Since Bei Tianfu and Shen Jie couldn't directly praise Zhang Yang, they used various methods to flatter Bei Wei.

"Bei Wei, you must have saved the galaxy in your past life to be able to find a guy like Xiao Zhang. Sigh, we don't expect Jiajia to find anyone special in the future. If she can just be a little closer to Xiao Zhang, your uncle and I will be perfectly content," Shen Jie said from the side.

Bei Wei would occasionally cling to Zhang Yang's boyfriend's arm, feeling as sweet as if she were soaking in a honey pot.

I'm so happy.

This is what happiness looks like in her mind.

"Mom, what are you saying? Does anyone think they can compare their brother-in-law to anyone? My future boyfriend and husband won't be able to either!" Bei Jiajia was now acting like Zhang Yang's number one fangirl, fiercely protecting him, and following her sister Bei Wei's example, she hugged her arm.

Seeing her daughter like this, Shen Jie was immediately at her wits' end.

Bei Wei hugged him like that, and you, her cheap sister-in-law, have no sense of propriety! You don't act like a proper young lady at all.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Bei Tianfu Zhang Yang aside.

"Nephew-in-law, I've thought it over. I won't ask for the franchise fee or any of the commission from the Magic City franchise stores. The more franchise stores you bring in, the better. Consider it helping to build brand awareness for our Shudu Roasted Duck."

"How could I possibly accept that?" Zhang Yang said with a smile.

"Oh, we're all family, no need to be so polite. Don't refuse, just consider it a small token of my appreciation from Uncle Bei," Bei Tianfu said with a bright smile.

Shen Jie chimed in, urging Zhang Yang to agree.

In their view, they were actually afraid that Zhang Yang wouldn't even consider such a small gain.

"Well... alright." Zhang Yang had no choice but to nod.

In a city as vast Magic City, if Shudu Roasted Duck were to open franchise stores everywhere, there would be at least dozens, or even more, of such potential locations. It's a matter of reciprocity; it's not like it's an obligation that can't be repaid.

After dinner, Bei Tianfu repeatedly thanked Zhang Yang for his hospitality.

His main purpose in coming to Magic City this time was to set up a headquarters Magic City to facilitate the recruitment of franchisees from all over the country. He has a basic sense of opportunity and has vaguely sensed that this is a considerable opportunity, even if the cycle may be very short.

Bei Jiajia has almost finished the preliminary work, and the company's framework will be in place soon.

"Sister, I won't bother you and brother-in-law any longer." Before leaving, Bei Jiajia turned around and said with a grin, then deftly dodged Bei Wei's hand.

After watching the family leave, only the two of them remained in the large apartment.

Zhang Yang, holding Bei Wei's hand, enthusiastically showed her around the entire place.

A super spacious suite, a large bathtub in the bathroom, a maid's room with a private elevator...

"You can move in later. The house is too big and there's not much of a human presence." Zhang Yang pulled Bei Wei to stand on the balcony, enjoying the evening breeze.

A house that is too big and has too few people is not good either. After all, in traditional thinking, a house is always closely related to a person's fortune. A house is only prosperous when it is full of people.

"Okay, but only occasionally. I still think your apartment is more convenient." Bei Wei's cheeks were flushed from the alcohol as she gently wrapped her arms around Zhang Yang's neck. "Sweetie, did you miss me?"

Zhang Yang held the sweet girl's slender waist, inhaling her sweet breath. On one side was the Huangpu River and the Bund, with the dazzling lights of Lujiazui burning day and night.

The sweet little girl, with her eyes slightly closed, gently pecked at him.

He scooped up Bei Wei and carried her straight to the nearest large suite.

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The next morning, Zhang Yang didn't want to wake Bei Wei, so he stood on the balcony to greet the first rays of dawn that truly belonged to him.

Gently stretch your body, feel the morning breeze on your face, and feel refreshed.

The goal of achieving a store turnover of over 10,000 is nearing its end. Throughout the entire task, the store's turnover has remained stable and steadily increasing. Naturally, the daily midnight cashback bonus has not been neglected at all.

The amounts range from 500,000 to 600,000, and even 600,000 to 700,000.

It provided him with a significant amount of working capital.

The mission to improve combat power has been underway for several days now, and there are still several days left before it ends. There's no rush; it's a matter of patience and patience. After all, no one succeeds easily.

We'll go over there in a bit.

As Zhang Yang was reviewing and summarizing the events in his mind, someone suddenly gently pressed against his back and hugged him.

"Awake?" Zhang Yang turned to look at Bei Wei, who had a bare face but still looked sweet, and smiled as he ruffled her black hair.

"I woke up early, too excited to sleep." Bei Wei looked excited as she stood lightly on the balcony railing, looking down with great curiosity at the shimmering river and the Magic City bathed in the morning light. Everything before her eyes was full of novelty.

Waking up in a mansion worth hundreds of millions was truly a first-time experience for Bei Wei.

The two took their time washing up, fully adapting to the slow pace, and then went out together to have breakfast.

At a breakfast shop near the store, Bei Wei was eating breakfast while enthusiastically making a phone call in Rong City dialect.

Zhang Yang listened and felt that it must be her mother.

"Yes, oh, I know, okay, alright, alright, I'm hanging up now," Bei Wei said, her cheeks slightly flushed.

"Is that Auntie?" Zhang Yang asked casually while drinking his soy milk.

"Yes, my mom was worried, so she called to ask." Bei Wei smiled and pursed her lips.

"What are you worried about?" Zhang Yang said with a smile. "Next time Auntie calls you, I'll come and answer the phone."

"It's not that I'm worried," Bei Wei said softly.

"Hmm?" Zhang Yang put down his soy milk and looked at Bei Wei curiously.

"Oh, please don't ask." Bei Wei covered her face. "My mom... my mom told us to be careful."

"Huh?" Zhang Yang blinked, then looked at Bei Wei face was flushed red.

He's certainly been paying attention to safety, but for someone's mother to call and repeatedly inquire about it is truly...

This little incident made breakfast more interesting.

On the way to the Bei Wei, the sweet girl kept getting lost in thought and then blushing, and it was hard to tell what she was thinking.

"Huh? The video has been released?"

Suddenly, in the car, Bei Wei was scrolling through short videos with delight when she looked at Zhang Yang.

"What video? Oh, I know, the short video from that restaurant visit the other day, right? I'd almost forgotten about it." Zhang Yang shook his head and smiled, slightly embarrassed.

I don't feel anything when watching other people's videos, but when I watch videos of myself in them, I feel an inexplicable sense of awkwardness.

Even though Bei Wei was watching and laughing, he wasn't curious at all.

"Zhang Yang, this shot is really good, it got a lot of likes, and many people are discussing you in the comments section," Bei Wei said enthusiastically.

"Really?" Zhang Yang said, driving without looking to the side.

"Take a look," Bei Wei wanted to share with Zhang Yang.

"I won't look, I won't look. What's so interesting about myself?" Zhang Yang shook his head, quite resolutely.

"Are you embarrassed to see yourself?" Bei Wei chuckled as she looked at Zhang Yang.

As soon as Zhang Yang got out of the car at the store entrance, several store employees came up to greet him.

"Boss, that video of our store seems to be going viral; someone came by early this morning."

"I came here because of the boss, but he wasn't there, so I left disappointed."

They seemed quite enthusiastic about their discussion.

"Um, Bei Wei, I'll have to put in some work these next few days. I'm leaving now." Zhang Yang was eager to leave, but after taking only two steps, his arm was grabbed.

"Sweetie, please stay." Bei Wei kept pleading.

This video has gone viral, and a surge of traffic is inevitable. It's a rare opportunity, and it would be a shame to miss it.

Seeing the expectation in Bei Wei's eyes, Zhang Yang couldn't let her down, so he reluctantly agreed.

At noon, at Shudu Roasted Duck Restaurant.

There were more guests today than on any other day.

"Hey, look, that's the boss."

"Seriously, I told you so. He looked really handsome in the video, even just from the side. You guys said he might not be so in real life, but now you believe me, right?"

"I heard the owner spoils his girlfriend, and he opened this shop so she can always taste the flavors of her hometown."

"Wow, why are all the perfect boyfriends other people's? Why can't I meet one?"

Several girls whispered amongst themselves, pointing and talking about Zhang Yang from a distance.

Zhang Yang pretended not to hear.

Making money? Not shameful at all. Since the traffic is here, why not take it? Just bear with it and it'll pass.

"Boss, can I have your WeChat?"

A girl blinked her big eyes and looked at Zhang Yang.

Zhang Yang casually pointed to a sign on the side: Not single, do not flirt.

"No, I just want it to be easier to order food. Can I just let you know in advance via WeChat?" the girl persisted.

"Ordering food? That works." Zhang Yang showed his personal WeChat.

He had already thought it through; it was limited to food orders only. If any girl tried to harass him under the guise of ordering food, he wouldn't hesitate to block her.

He's not a newly handsome guy.

Looking back, Zhang Yang recalls that when he first became a handsome man and received this kind of treatment, he still felt a bit excited, but now, his heart is completely indifferent.

Being flirted with by too many girls isn't happiness, it's harassment.

A woman and a beautiful woman are two different concepts.

After lunchtime, Zhang Yang told Bei Wei to go back and rest for a while, while he stayed at the shop to keep watch.

The store wasn't crowded in the afternoon. Two girls ate very slowly and kept trying to strike up a conversation with him even when they didn't have anything to say.

Zhang Yang gave a few perfunctory replies, but his enthusiasm for conversation was genuinely low.

"The boss is quite aloof."

"Yeah, don't they like to talk to people?"

The two girls were whispering to each other, looking a little unhappy.

When you open a business, you'll encounter all sorts of people. Zhang Yang didn't take it seriously and simply went out to get some peace and quiet in his Cullinan.

The two girls looked at the black Cullinan from afar, exchanged a glance, and immediately shut their mouths.

Doesn't the handsome boss who drives Cullinan have the right to be aloof?

Of course I'm eligible.

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For several days in a row, Zhang Yang went to the store during the day and went to Mad Shark Fighting in the afternoon to practice.

Traffic to their stores has indeed surged, and reviews and short video ratings for their store are also increasing daily.

"It goes well with rice, very authentic. By the way, the owner is handsome and dotes on his girlfriend."

"Everything is fine, except they're a bit aloof. Will this kind of customer service keep the store going for long?"

"Forget it. As long as you don't bother him, the handsome owner is very nice, and you surely know that the Cullinan belongs to him, right? Do you really think he cares about the business? I already said it's mainly for his girlfriend."

"Yes, the owner really doesn't care; opening the shop is just a hobby for him. But to be fair, the food is really good."

"The boss is handsome, my friend and I can vouch for it!"

Zhang Yang just casually flipped through the pages, and when he saw some comments criticizing him for being aloof, he just smiled and didn't respond.

No one can please everyone.

Why would a young man living in a mansion worth hundreds of millions need to constantly entertain clients and maintain an overly enthusiastic demeanor for the sake of business? That would be so pointless.

Being polite is enough.

Under the prevailing trend, a few dissenting voices did not make a splash, but Shudu Roasted Duck truly deserves to be called incredibly popular.

During the daytime, inside the large-sized apartment of COFCO Seaview No. 1.

Bite!

Phase Four Task: Opening of Changhong (Completed)

Task: Ensure that the Shudu Roasted Duck Magic City in Shanghai achieves a daily revenue of over 10,000 RMB for ten consecutive days.

Task Reward 1: 20 experience points

Task Reward 2: For each day the daily turnover is achieved, a random bonus multiplier of 100,000 will be returned that day, settled daily.

"The mission is over?" Zhang Yang was still a little dazed.

For ten consecutive days, he received hundreds of thousands of yuan in cashback every morning until the early hours of the morning, which he had long since gotten used to.

Now, he's back to square one, living off a daily cashback of 100,000 yuan. He's finding it hard to adjust. Perhaps this is a case of "it's easy to go from frugality to extravagance, but difficult to go from extravagance to frugality"?

This task is temporarily completed, but I still have another task to improve my combat power, which only has a few days left.

Zhang Yang was incredibly excited about the final result.

He checked the time and was just about to leave when his phone unexpectedly rang.

He glanced at the caller ID and was surprised to see that it was Luo Xinyu calling.

"What does she want now?"

Zhang Yang muttered to himself, but still answered the phone.

"Are you home?" Luo Xinyu asked immediately.

"What is it?" Zhang Yang asked in return.

Across from her, Luo Xinyu chuckled softly, "You really think I'd bother you for no reason? Do you think I'm just bored? Well, I think I left something in the house, and it's quite important. Would it be convenient for me to go and get it later?"

"Sure, you can come." Upon hearing that he was coming to pick up something, Zhang Yang readily agreed.

A moment later, Zhang Yang opened the door.

Come in.

Outside the door, Luo Xinyu, wearing a short skirt, had a complex expression on her face.

After all, last time she appeared here as the homeowner, but this time, the roles have been reversed, making things completely different.

Since Luo Xinyu was allowed to come in to get her things, Zhang Yang didn't interfere and just watched her enter the room.

He waited in the living room.

I don't know how much time passed, but there was still no sound from the room.

"No, are you done?" Zhang Yang called from outside the door.

"Wait... wait a minute, I'm still looking." A voice came from inside the room. "Why don't you come in and help me look?"

Zhang Yang took a step forward, then pulled it back.

"You should find it yourself; I won't rush you."

"You really are... the things seem a bit hard to carry, so why don't you help me?" Luo Xinyu said with a hint of dissatisfaction.

No matter what he said, Zhang Yang didn't make a move.

I don't know how much time passed, but the door opened.

Zhang Yang stood at the door, his eyes suddenly widening.

You're looking for something, but why are all your clothes gone?

"Stop dawdling, come in!" Luo Xinyu said irritably, stretching out a slender arm and pulling Zhang Yang inside in one swift motion.

Before noon, there was a rustling sound of clothes being put on in the room.

"Take me to dinner." Luo Xinyu gently wrapped her arms around Zhang Yang's neck from behind, resting her fair chin on his shoulder.

Zhang Yang looked at Ms. Luo's slightly coquettish demeanor, which was completely different from her aloof and proud appearance.

He couldn't say he was against it, after all, she was a girl with great looks and figure, he was just a little annoyed by her clinginess.

He's the kind of person who hates trouble the most.

"Tell me what you're thinking," Zhang Yang said, staring at Luo Xinyu, eager to get to the bottom of it.

"Be my boyfriend," Luo Xinyu said without hesitation.

"Impossible." Zhang Yang firmly and decisively refused.

"Hypocrite! You were quite rude to me in the room just now." Luo Xinyu suddenly laughed. "Don't tell me that you, a grown man, aren't as strong as a woman like me, so you're just saying one thing and meaning another."

Zhang Yang blushed and remained silent.

"Don't worry, I won't pressure you. It's not a big deal to have a meal with me, is it?" Luo Xinyu said softly.

"Put your clothes on and let's go." Zhang Yang stood up.

While Luo Xinyu was getting dressed, he was also thinking about this person.

Spoiled since childhood, she naturally has an arrogant personality, which was evident from the way she was always ready to slap people.

This kind of woman, from childhood to adulthood, probably has gotten whatever she wanted.

Once she's latched onto you, you either have to distance yourself, give in, or... completely subdue her!

The house is right here; going far away isn't really feasible.

Submission? Absolutely not.

That means... getting her completely under his thumb?

Hiss?

"Did I dig a hole for myself?" Zhang Yang thought to himself, lost in thought.

"What are you thinking about? Let's go." Luo Xinyu stood next to Zhang Yang and affectionately linked her arm with his.

"Hmm," Zhang Yang mumbled a low "hmm."

A moment later, the two went down into the underground parking garage together, and Luo Xinyu got into the passenger seat without any hesitation.

"Where should we eat?" Zhang Yang asked casually.

"I'd like something spicy, how about Mao Roast Duck?" Luo Xinyu tilted her head slightly, her eyes holding a half-smile.

"Threatening me?" Zhang Yang cursed inwardly, drove off in his Cullinan, intending to just find a place to eat and get rid of her.

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival to everyone!