Chapter 73

Chapter 74: Entering the First Floor

The next evening, Zhao Heng led Song Qingguan and Qiao Yuncai into the First Floor. Zhao Heng had been to this opulent place before, so he remained calm and showed little surprise. Song Qingguan, who had been in Huanghai for many years, had naturally frequented such luxurious places before, so he also had no particular admiration.

Only Qiao Yuncai, like Liu Laolao entering the Grand View Garden, couldn't stop looking at the women and architecture of the First Floor. He occasionally let out a low exclamation at some famous paintings and even touched the white jade railing repeatedly. If it weren't for Zhao Heng, who was particularly appreciative of his presence, the tall woman might have given him several disdainful looks.

"Wow! Such a grand place!"

Qiao Yuncai slapped a marble pillar and exaggeratedly shouted an ancient phrase. Zhao Heng almost kicked him away, but fortunately, they soon arrived at the room where Ye Shishi was waiting. Pushing the door open, they saw Ye Shishi, wearing shorts and a shirt, sitting in front of a tatami, her fingers fluttering like butterflies as she poured several cups of tea.

"Bosses, you've arrived?"

Ye Shishi turned her head and smiled, filling the room with fragrance.

"Wow! A beauty!"

Qiao Yuncai became excited on the spot, almost rushing forward to ask for an autograph. Fortunately, Zhao Heng held him back, saving him from embarrassment. Ye Shishi glanced at him, her eyes showing neither disgust nor disdain, but a hint of playful interest: "This is Qiao classmate, right? Welcome, welcome, I am Ye Shishi."

"Ye Shishi, the beauty who can topple a nation?"

Qiao Yuncai's face lit up with realization, as if only this name could match the woman. He then sat down cross-legged on a cushion, teasingly saying, "Sister Ye, you truly live up to your reputation as the most beautiful woman in Huanghai. No wonder Brother Heng can't forget you."

Zhao Heng scolded, "Fatso, what nonsense are you spouting?"

In the conversation, the three of them had already sat down on the tatami. Used to sitting on chairs, they found this Japanese-style seating somewhat uncomfortable, but they still sat down. Ye Shishi waved her hand to dismiss the attendants and gently smiled as she arranged the teacups. "Oh? Zhao Heng can't forget me? How so?"

Having seen many sweet words in the pleasure quarters, Ye Shishi was not shy but rather looked at Qiao Yuncai with interest, seemingly enjoying the young man's awkwardness and helplessness. She pushed three cups of tea to them and waited for Qiao Yuncai's response, her beautiful eyes clear and bright, evoking sympathy.

Zhao Heng laughed bitterly, "Sister Ye, don't believe the fatso's nonsense."

Qiao Yuncai reached for a piece of sashimi, dipped it in wasabi, and ate it in large bites. He then smiled and replied, "Sister Ye is the most beautiful woman in Huanghai, both in appearance and talent. Her gratitude and solidarity are truly admirable. But most importantly, Sister Ye's gentleness—"

He spat out two words, "Like water!"

"Does he really praise me like that?"

Ye Shishi glanced at Zhao Heng, who showed a hint of surprise. This fatso was indeed not simple. He hadn't talked much about Ye Shishi that morning, so how did he know his inner thoughts? Moreover, this praise was almost without exaggeration, describing her as both beautiful and talented, and as gentle as water, which was indeed a fitting description of Ye Shishi.

Song Qingguan could see that the fatso was trying to flatter Ye Shishi to make the negotiation more favorable. After all, one doesn't hit a smiling face. He took a sip of tea and echoed, "That's right, Brother Heng praises Sister Ye like that. No one can match her in both beauty and talent. He even slept the most soundly the night before last."

The alluring woman paused in her tea-serving, suddenly saying, "Did he, did he have intimate contact with me this morning?"

"Spit!"

Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan both spat out their tea, thinking to themselves, "What a beast! Not only did he get Du Ziyang, but he also got Ye Shishi. How can there be such a difference between people?"

Zhao Heng's eyes widened as he stared at the woman with alluring eyes. Ye Shishi smiled lightly, "Zhao Heng, are you going to deny it?"

Zhao Heng's face turned awkward, not knowing how to explain to the two of them. From their expressions, he could see that no matter how he explained, he wouldn't be able to wash away his good fortune. He sighed and threw the hot tea into his mouth, "Sister Ye, time is precious. Shouldn't we get to the main topic of tonight?"

Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan stared with wide eyes: No direct response, so it must have happened?

While they marveled at Zhao Heng's charm, Ye Shishi smiled like a flower and gently said, "Gentlemen, there's no problem with taking over the Song Group, and there's no problem with ten billion Hu coins. However, the First Floor doesn't have that much liquid capital. I can only offer one million."

"One million?"

Song Qingguan's face changed, "The difference is too great."

Ten billion, one million, one percent.

Zhao Heng didn't speak. He knew Ye Shishi wasn't the type to take advantage of others, so he knew she must have more to say. Qiao Yuncai, on the other hand, continued to eat the First Floor's delicacies without much reaction. Then he heard Ye Shishi laugh, "Yes, the difference is too great, but I can offer something else in return."

Zhao Heng looked at the full teacup, "What is it?"

Ye Shishi's red lips parted, "Twenty percent of the First Floor's shares."

Song Qingguan almost fell over in shock, and even Qiao Yuncai looked up, his face full of surprise as he swallowed his rice ball. Clearly, he hadn't expected Ye Shishi to make such a proposal. He quickly swallowed the rice ball and sat up straight, "Sister Ye, that's quite generous! This pie is too big!"

Qiao Yuncai played with his chubby fingers, his deep eyes gradually losing their smile, "The First Floor has eleven lavishly decorated branches in Huanghai and forty more across the country. Each branch has an investment of no less than one billion, and the average annual profit of each branch is about two hundred million, no less."

Qiao Yuncai's expression became calm and calculating as he calculated the First Floor's profits, "So the First Floor makes at least eight billion a year. Even after deducting hidden costs, let's say six billion in profit. Twenty percent, that's over one billion. This is better than putting money in the bank. We'll truly be carefree."

"Qiao classmate, you are indeed talented."

Ye Shishi smiled softly, "You can even estimate the data of the First Floor."

"Hehe, when I came in, I observed the First Floor's decoration."

Qiao Yuncai swallowed the rice ball and patted his chest, "Whether it's the chandeliers, railings, or carpets, everything is top-notch. I happen to have some knowledge about these things, so I can estimate the investment scale from the decoration. Considering the payback period, I can calculate the First Floor's profit."

Song Qingguan also sighed, knowing that the payback period of seven to eight years was indeed a significant investment.

"Talented."

Ye Shishi laughed, her smile less alluring but more friendly and approving, "The First Floor loves talented people. If you are willing to invest in the First Floor, you can put your talents to good use. I can assure you that in a few years, the First Floor will flourish because of the three of you."

"Your investment, I believe, will be recouped in five years."

At this, she smiled again and looked at Zhao Heng, "Zhao Heng, isn't this a good suggestion? Moreover, we are partners, not a gun and its holder. You can leave with your money whenever you want. Most importantly, with the First Floor's protection, you will face less pressure from the Qing Gang."

Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan didn't speak, just looking at Zhao Heng. Both knew that Ye Shishi's generosity was not for them but for their leader. Zhao Heng also knew that Ye Shishi wanted him to join the First Floor, which was why she was offering the shares.

Ye Shishi's eyes were sincere, and Zhao Heng could see her sincerity. He understood that if he agreed to the ten billion in exchange for shares, it would mean he and the First Floor were bound together. However, this seemed to have no downside. He came to Huanghai to make a name for himself, and the First Floor could be a good stepping stone for his rise.

Most importantly, he and Ye Shishi would be equals, both holding the gun.

Thinking of this, he looked at Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan, "What do you think?"

Qiao Yuncai shrugged, "I like places with beautiful women, so I have no problem."

Song Qingguan also smiled, "Boss, I'll follow your lead!"

Zhao Heng exhaled a long breath, raised his teacup, and drank it in one gulp, "Sister Ye, it's a deal!"

"However, I want to check the First Floor's accounts now. I want to understand—"

Ye Shishi smiled softly, "Of course, there's no problem among us!" She snapped her fingers, and Yan Ruyu quickly appeared, her face showing absolute respect. Ye Shishi tilted her head slightly, indicating for her to take Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan to do the work. Zhao Heng also waved his hand, "Yuncai, you and Qingguan, go check the accounts."

Qiao Yuncai put a fresh shrimp in his mouth, wiped his fingers with a napkin, and left with Song Qingguan, laughing. Ye Shishi watched his back, a faint smile on her lips, "This guy, very meticulous and calculating, Zhao Heng, I didn't expect you to have such a subordinate."

Zhao Heng said calmly, "He's my brother."

"Zhao Heng, I have a question for you."

Ye Shishi stretched out her long legs, placing her delicate, clean toes on Zhao Heng's lap. They looked snow-white and boneless, the slope of her legs inviting one to fall into the abyss. Before he could move away, she laughed lightly, "Am I not beautiful? Otherwise, why can't I seduce you?"

"I like beautiful women, but that doesn't mean I like every beautiful woman."

Zhao Heng showed no emotional fluctuation, not even looking at the feet on his lap, "Because you are too beautiful and alluring, I always have my guard up. The most beautiful poppy often bears the deadliest flower. Besides, if Sister Ye could be so easily toyed with, how could the First Floor be controlled by the Qing Gang?"

A beautiful woman's body is always the most powerful weapon in the world.

"Wild in appearance, pure in heart, Sister Ye, are you tired?"

Looking at Zhao Heng's calm face, Ye Shishi's eyes became clearer.

Everyone in Huanghai saw her as a woman who could be had by anyone, but Zhao Heng could see her inner soul.

Ye Shishi suddenly felt melancholy and sadness, raising her teacup and drinking it in one gulp.

She was a bit drunk! She fell into Zhao Heng's arms! She murmured, "Hug me!"

At this moment, Zhao Heng felt her loneliness.

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