Rebirth 2014: I, the King of Criminal Investigation

Chapter 546 Some things money can't buy.
She had just started when the sounds of men and women flirting came from the television.

Qu Tuotuo, unable to bear it any longer, turned to look at Yu Dazhang:
"What a terrible TV show, turn it off!"

I just got to the exciting part... Yu Dazhang didn't expect this TV series to be so good, but he can only turn it off for now.

"The company plans to have you lead the formation of a technology department."

Qu Tuotuo quickly said:
"You can allocate resources and recruit personnel at any time. We don't need you to cut R&D costs. The company just wants you to focus your energy on R&D."

He's got plenty of money... Yu Dazhang discovered that Qu Wannian was indeed a real tycoon.

He's the kind of person who dares to spend money and is willing to spend it, but it must be said that he spends his money wisely.

He may seem like a nouveau riche, but he's actually investing in the future.

In the business world, to gain more profits, money must be spent on two key areas:

1. Research and development.

2. Talent.

Old Qu achieved two goals at once.

They not only established their own technology department, but also retained their talent.

Ginger is still old and spicy.

"I never intended to reduce your costs."

Ying Xuelian replied earnestly:

"But the project you mentioned doesn't require that much money. It's just a technological upgrade. Set up a lab and give me two undergraduate students, and that will be enough."

She spoke casually, but Qu Tuotuo was deeply shocked.

Is there really that much fluff in academia?
Projects that seemed quite difficult before were made as simple as children playing house by her.

Undergraduates are enough?

You know, hiring an undergraduate these days doesn't cost much at all.

"What are your salary requirements?" Qu Tuotuo asked.

She had already discussed a compensation plan with Qu Wannian, but she still needed to consult Ying Xuelian first.

"If housing is provided, I hope my annual salary is no less than 20."

When Ying Xuelian said this, she glanced at Yu Dazhang, and seeing that he didn't react, she continued:

“I have some savings, but it’s a bit tight for me to live in Songhai. If your company is in a difficult position, I can reduce my salary a bit, but it would be best if you could provide housing.”

It was clear that she had researched the housing situation in Songhai before coming.

Unfortunately, housing is indeed a major problem in first-tier cities like this.

Eating and drinking don't actually cost much. There are many affordable restaurants in each district, and if you can cook, you'll save even more money.

But the cost of accommodation is something you can't save.

The cheap rental apartments are often in such poor condition that they're practically uninhabitable.

Those with better conditions are priced beyond the reach of ordinary people.

"That's all?" Qu Tuotuo stared blankly at her.

"Okay, that's my salary expectation." Ying Xuelian nodded, then added:

“It’s negotiable. If you think my demands are too high, then we can also use a bonus system.”

"For example, if I lead the technical department to develop a certain achievement, you must promise to give me a bonus after we successfully apply for a patent."

She emphasized her words slightly:

"Of course, the prize money will be estimated based on the value of the patent."

"Big sister, do you really need to be so low-key?" Yu Dazhang watched anxiously from the side.

A top-tier researcher capable of leading a major project is someone that companies can't recruit even if they try.

Take academicians as an example.

According to current policies, companies cannot directly hire academicians as employees.

However, it can be introduced in a flexible manner.

For example, establishing cooperative relationships with academicians through project collaborations and technical consulting.

That's right, you can't hire them even if you have the money.

Yu Dazhang knew Ying Xuelian's background.

She is someone who can lead a small group in one of the top research teams in the country.

If it weren't for age restrictions, this 30-year-old professor-level researcher, with an IQ of 175, would not necessarily be less capable than an academician.

If she were to apply publicly, the companies would probably fight each other to get her.

At this moment, Qu Tuotuo didn't know what she was thinking. Instead of immediately replying to Ying Xuelian, she stood there stunned.

Seemingly taken aback by the other person's words, his expression was complex, but mostly one of confusion, bewilderment, and shock.

The room fell silent for a moment, both women remaining quiet, making Yu Dazhang feel awkward. After a while, Ying Xuelian couldn't hold back any longer.

"If you think your requirements are too high, just say so."

Her tone carried a hint of dissatisfaction:

“I’m not asking for an exorbitant price. My previous monthly salary was already 15,000 yuan, including room and board, not to mention the other benefits.”

"Even if the pay is lower outside, it can't be too much lower."

Finally, as if making a concession, she said:

"How about this, a monthly salary of 10,000? But you have to provide housing."

A professor's monthly salary of 15,000 yuan is not low... Yu Dazhang thought to himself.

Within the system, a monthly salary of over 10,000 yuan is already a rare achievement for a very small number of people.

Despite being a professor, Ying Xuelian had only recently been promoted, and her previous salary was probably less than 10,000 yuan.

Despite this, if given a choice, these researchers would definitely still choose to work within the system.

Some things cannot be replaced by money.

Yu Dazhang, as a criminal police officer, was well aware of this.

"Let's hear about our compensation package first."

Qu Tuotuo finally spoke, pinching her brow in annoyance:

"The company will rent a separate house for you nearby, with a living area of ​​no less than 100 square meters. Of course, you can also rent a house yourself, and the company will give you a housing allowance every month."

"Your salary will be calculated from the start of your employment. The initial monthly salary will be 50,000 yuan, and after the technical department is successfully established, the monthly salary will be increased to 80,000 yuan."

She paused slightly, seemingly giving Ying Xuelian some time to think, before adding:
"In addition, there are various subsidies, year-end bonuses, and the patent bonus you mentioned..."

What followed was ignored by Yu Dazhang himself.

When he looked at Ying Xuelian, he found that she had also turned her head to look at him.

They both saw surprise and disbelief in each other's eyes.

When Qu Tuotuo mentioned "a monthly salary of 80,000 yuan", four words popped into Yu Dazhang's mind: an annual salary of one million yuan.

Adding in the various subsidies she mentioned later, the final figure definitely exceeded that.

Moreover, judging from Qu Tuotuo's tone, there is still a lot of room for future salary increases.

"Maybe I should go to Yisheng Group too..." Yu Dazhang was even a little tempted.

He does have a doctoral degree, after all. If he works with Ying Xuelian, a monthly salary of 30,000 yuan shouldn't be a problem.

"Can you make that decision?"

This time it was Ying Xuelian's turn to stutter.

Not to mention him, even Yu Dazhang didn't know that researchers were so highly valued by companies.

He had expected Ying Xuelian to be valued, but he hadn't anticipated that she would be valued to this extent.

"of course."

Qu Tuotuo said in a firm tone:
"We can go to the company to draft the contract in a little while."

Ying Xuelian then looked at Yu Dazhang.

That look seemed to say: Is your fiancée a fraudster?

That night.

Inside a barbecue restaurant.

Yu Dazhang handed the menu to Ying Xuelian across from him:

"This welcome meal is definitely on me, so don't be shy, order whatever you like."

Sitting next to him, Qu Tuotuo curled his lip, looking quite disdainful of his pretentious display of generosity.

If you really wanted to treat Ying Xuelian well, you shouldn't have come to a barbecue restaurant.

Even if you stuff yourself to the brim here, it won't cost much money, so why act all high and mighty?

The contract was drafted that afternoon, and after Ying Xuelian checked it and confirmed it was correct, she was directly put on the job.

Yu Dazhang breathed a sigh of relief; for him, it was a task assigned by the National Security Bureau.

Ying Xuelian was also very happy, after all, the salary far exceeded her expectations.

However, the happiest person had to be Qu Tuotuo. Having studied abroad, she naturally knew what scientific research talent meant to a company.

So all three of them were very happy and naturally had a big appetite.

Ying Xuelian and Qu Tuotuo glanced at the menu and quickly ordered the dishes they wanted to eat.

When it was Yu Dazhang's turn, he didn't even look at the menu.

"Give me a mighty four-piece set, grill it well, and brush it with plenty of vinegar to remove the fishy smell."

(End of this chapter)