The Rich Man's Life Begins with a Comeback

Chapter 308 Boundless Fortune (5k)

Early morning, at the mountaintop villa restaurant.

Gu Heng's private history tutor, Huang Weide, was welcomed in from outside the courtyard by the housekeeper.

"Teacher Huang, have you had breakfast?"

When Gu Heng saw Huang Weide, he greeted him in a familiar tone, "Would you like to eat something together?"

"Mr. Gu, I ate at home this morning."

Huang Weide is a nearly 60-year-old man, a senior teacher at the High School Affiliated to Northeast Normal University. He has over 30 years of front-line teaching experience in history and has even been invited to participate in setting history exam questions several times. His teaching level is absolutely beyond doubt.

Such a top-tier teacher would have been difficult for Gu Heng to hire even if he had the money, if it weren't for his connection with Tang Ziheng. At Tang Ziheng's level, making money would be incredibly easy for him.

"Please wait a moment, Teacher Huang, I'll finish eating right away."

Gu Heng gestured to Huang Weide, picked up the bowl of nourishing and blood-tonifying medicinal soup that had just cooled down on his right, and quickly shoved it into his mouth with a spoon.

"No hurry, no hurry."

"eat slowly."

Huang Weide waved to Gu Heng and then sat down in the empty seat next to Gu Heng.

"Yo?"

"Scratch-off lottery tickets?"

"Mr. Gu also likes to play this?"

After Huang Weide sat down, he looked at the dozen or so scratch-off lottery tickets placed in front of him and couldn't help but show a slight surprise. He then picked them up.

"Just playing around when I have nothing else to do."

Gu Heng continued drinking his medicinal soup and responded with a smile.

"Ouch!"

"Every single one wins!"

"Someone even won over ten thousand yuan with a scratch-off ticket!"

Huang Weide had only picked it up casually to take a look, but he was more and more surprised the more he looked at it.

When did scratch-off lottery tickets become so easy to win?

Every single one comes with a prize!

100% chance of winning!

How is this any different from doing charity?
"lucky."

Gu Heng casually made up an excuse, saying, "Maybe it just so happens that this scratch-off lottery book has a high winning rate."

Recalling his recent attempt, Gu Heng couldn't help but smile slightly.

What is meant by boundless good fortune?

What does it mean to have abundant good fortune?

Through this small experiment, Gu Heng gained a thorough understanding.

While ordinary people might have a one in five chance of winning a scratch-off lottery ticket, after Gu Heng and Xu Mo shared the hidden talent of "Lucky Koi," their winning rate became practically like they were cheating.

It was a guaranteed win every time you scratched it; there was absolutely no chance of missing out, and the winnings were all quite substantial.

The starting price can easily be hundreds of yuan, and can be as high as tens of thousands of yuan.

"Mr. Gu, you are a blessed man."

When Huang Weide heard Gu Heng say this, he didn't take it to heart. After all, he had heard about what Gu Heng had experienced recently.

After Gu Heng finished drinking the medicinal soup, the two got up and headed to the study on the second floor to begin their class as planned.

Several hours passed quickly.

After seeing Huang Weide off, Gu Heng returned to the master suite.

Jiang Ruan, who had just woken up after a long night of rain, was lying on her side with her arm as a pillow, playing on her phone. Her long, black hair cascaded down her pillow. When she saw Gu Heng come in from outside, she immediately put down her phone.

Despite having engaged in intimate conversations countless times, the thought of her initiative last night and Gu Heng's verbal sparring with her still made her blush slightly, and she couldn't help but feel a little shy.

"Woke up?"

Gu Heng sat down on the edge of the bed, his eyes gentle.

"Uh-huh."

Jiang Ruan pressed her right hand against the blanket, covering her chest, and then sat up in bed, leaning against the headboard.

What time did you get up?

Jiang Ruan asked Gu Heng.

"I got up at seven o'clock."

"I just sent my history teacher away."

Gu Heng gently tugged at the blanket that Jiang Ruan was covering her chest, his eyebrows slightly raised.

"Don't make trouble~"

Jiang Ruan pulled the blanket up a little and gave Gu Heng a light scolding.

"I'm tired of studying."

"I want a reward."

Gu Heng leaned forward slightly towards Jiang Ruan, a doting smile always playing on his lips.

The thin white gauze curtains, facing the midday sun, were completely defenseless, and a golden halo filled the room, giving the whole room a warm and cozy feeling.

The green plants near the window, perhaps sensing the arrival of spring, are all growing more lush and vibrant, their lively greenery bringing a sense of comfort and joy.

These green plants were added after Jiang Ruan moved in with Gu Heng. Jiang Ruan takes care of them personally every day, which is a small pleasure in her peaceful life.

"Wasn't the reward I gave you last night enough?"

Jiang Ruan raised her hand and gently pinched Gu Heng's ear, her tone slightly coquettish: "You've just recovered from a serious illness, so you need to restrain yourself. Besides, don't you have classes this afternoon and evening?"

"It won't delay you~"

As Gu Heng said this, his right hand had already quietly slipped under the covers.

"you……"

Jiang Ruan was starting to feel a little uncomfortable after being teased by Gu Heng a few times.

"Good~"

Gu Heng crawled directly into the quilt, then wrapped his arms around Jiang Ruan's slender waist, and slightly turned his body so that they were in a position with Gu Heng on the bottom and Jiang Ruan on top.

Since things had come to this point, Jiang Ruan had no choice but to go along with Gu Heng's wishes.

Compared to the intensity of last night, the two were much gentler today.

Her jade-like body, half-hidden under the quilt, rose and fell gently, as if they were entwined in tenderness.

"Ruan Ruan, about the future..."

Gu Heng looked at Jiang Ruan and suddenly asked, "What are your plans?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ruan paused slightly.

She didn't answer, only a hint of confusion in her beautiful eyes.

"Ruan Ruan, we still have a long, long road ahead of us."

Gu Heng reached out and stroked Jiang Ruan's hair, explaining softly, "I don't want you to be bound to this villa forever. I hope you can leave here and find something you like to do."

"Things I like..."

Jiang Ruan's movements slowed down more and more, and finally she stopped altogether, her beautiful eyes filled with a hint of confusion.

Before meeting Gu Heng, her life goal was to become an excellent flight attendant, not to disappoint her parents, and not to let down her four years of hard work in college.

But after meeting Gu Heng and witnessing the extravagant scene of the ultimate pool party that night, she completely lost her fascination with the "flight attendant" profession and had no desire to ever step into this industry again.

Just as Gu Heng had said, for the past six months, she seemed truly trapped inside this villa. In Gu Heng's absence, her daily life was monotonous, devoid of any excitement or ups and downs. But what could she do if she "walked" out of this villa?

Seeing Jiang Ruan's somewhat bewildered expression, Gu Heng took the initiative to shoulder the responsibility of "communication" and said softly to Jiang Ruan, "You don't need to rush to give me an answer. You will have plenty of time to think and explore in the future."

He paused briefly at this point.

“I have an offshore family trust company in Singapore. I will prepare a beneficiary agreement for you in a couple of days. Since I said last night that I would take care of you for the rest of your life, I will keep my word.”

"Once you sign this beneficiary agreement, you will be able to enjoy a number of high-end exclusive services provided by the trust free of charge. It will provide you with comprehensive services in multiple dimensions such as health, life, safety, social life, growth, and career."

Gu Heng and Jiang Ruan engaged in physical "communication" while also exchanging words.

"For example, the fashion magazines you often enjoy reading in your spare time will open their doors to major art exhibitions and fashion weeks around the world for you at any time after you sign this beneficiary agreement. You just need to convey your wishes to the trust office."

"They will tailor a personalized itinerary for you based on the time you provide, from private car pick-up and drop-off to flight and hotel bookings, from a dedicated itinerary concierge to a dedicated security team, they will do everything they can to arrange everything for you..."

As Jiang Ruan listened to Gu Heng's description, she was already feeling a bit dizzy, and now she felt even more like she was in a dream.

Global travel, charity galas, the Port City Jockey Club, private concert boxes, yacht clubs...

These high-end terms, which were once extremely distant from her, are now readily available to her.

"Walk around more, wander around more."

“With me behind you, you can be a little bolder.”

"I'm not only your man, I'm also your source of confidence."

Although Gu Heng could clearly see through the [Family] function that among Jiang Ruan's many growth paths, the [Management] path had the greatest potential, he did not want to make decisions for Jiang Ruan directly, but at most guide her indirectly.

If Jiang Ruanzhen is not interested in management, then Gu Heng will not force her.

For Gu Heng, the "family members" feature is merely icing on the cake. Even without this feature, his existing assets and status would be enough to ensure his women have a good life.

Facing Gu Heng's sincere eyes, Jiang Ruan became even more emotional.

“Gu Heng…”

"Ok?"

"I love you!"

……

As winter fades and spring arrives, and May begins, the temperature in northern spring finally catches up with other cities in China and starts to get warmer.

At the headquarters of Zhencui Group, the elevator doors slowly opened.

Bai Muqing walked out of the elevator with a canvas bag slung over his shoulder. The first thing he saw was the four big characters of Zhencui Group. Behind the magnificent circular reception desk sat three beautiful young women. When they saw someone come in, they all stood up immediately.

"Hello."

"How can I help you?"

The girl standing in the center asked Bai Muqing with a standard smile.

"Hello."

"I am Bai Muqing."

"I've come to see your Chairman Gu."

Bai Muqing looked around curiously and responded to the other party.

"Teacher Bai, our Chairman Gu is having a meeting in the conference room."

The girl walked quickly out from the circular reception desk and said very respectfully, "He just instructed us that if you arrive before his meeting is over, we should take you directly to the conference room."

"Ok."

Bai Muqing responded and then followed the receptionist girl into the Zhencui Group headquarters.

It was already past 6 p.m., and most employees had already left work, with only a few still working overtime at their desks.

Bai Muqing followed behind the receptionist, her gaze sweeping over the workstations, a strange emotion stirring within her.

I have been Gu Heng's private tutor for two months now.

The two teachers primarily taught in relatively private locations: initially in a VIP ward of a hospital, then in the presidential suite of the Beichuan Junlan Hotel, and later in the study of a mountaintop villa.

It seems this is her first time going to Gu Heng's company to give a lecture.

Bai Muqing knew long ago that Gu Heng was an extraordinary person. At a young age, he was already the boss of many large companies, and most people would respectfully address him as Chairman Gu.

However, despite knowing this, Bai Muqing didn't have a clear understanding of the title "Chairman Gu" used by others, because Gu Heng always appeared very gentle when she interacted with him.

It wasn't until she arrived at the headquarters of Zhencui Group and looked at the dozens or even hundreds of workstations densely packed together, and the huge office area that occupied the entire floor of the office building, that she truly understood what the title "Chairman Gu" really meant.

"Teacher Bai, this way please..."

The receptionist always walked ahead of Bai Muqing, her pace, honed through professional training, was neither too fast nor too slow, making her feel very comfortable.

Led by the receptionist, Bai Muqing turned two corners before finally arriving at the door of a conference room.

The receptionist didn't knock; she simply raised her hand and gently pushed the door open.

"Teacher Bai, please come in..."

After the receptionist opened the door, she sweetly gestured to Bai Muqing.

Bai Muqing initially felt something was amiss when she saw the girl walk into the conference room without even knocking. Later, she realized that it was the back door of the conference room.

Bai Muqing stepped into the conference room, where Gu Heng was standing in front of the projection screen at the very front, saying something. In front of him sat a dozen or so middle-aged and young men in suits, all looking extremely focused and serious.

Compared to the loose and comfortable clothes Gu Heng usually wore at home, today Gu Heng was wearing a dark blue business shirt with excellent drape, the hem half-tucked into black business trousers. Compared to his usual self, he gave Bai Muqing the impression of a completely different person, exuding amazing masculine charm in every gesture.

Because Gu Heng was standing at the very front, he saw Bai Muqing walking in from outside the conference room immediately.

Their gazes met in mid-air, spanning dozens of meters.

When Gu Heng saw Bai Muqing, he nodded slightly to her, and she did the same, not interrupting the meeting.

The people sitting in the front of the meeting noticed their chairman's gaze and actions, and they all turned to look behind them. When they saw that the person behind them was a young and beautiful girl, they immediately looked away.

The meeting continued. Gu Heng was able to take time out of his busy schedule to hold a meeting with Fan Hong and others because the preliminary preparations for [Zhenyuan Restaurant] had come to an end.

It has been almost half a year since Gu Heng held a group meeting at the beginning of this year to publicly announce two strategic plans: the "Zhencui Group's Comprehensive Expansion Implementation Plan in the Northern Market" and the "Preparation Plan for Building a National Medicinal Diet Brand [Zhenyuan Shanfang]".

During this period, Gu Heng spent most of his time recuperating and studying, and rarely visited Zhencui Group. However, he quietly observed the development of Zhencui Group.

In just four months, Zhencui Group’s northern supply chain network has been successfully connected, and the large-scale central kitchen project in Jinshi and the storage distribution warehouse in Fengtian have been successfully implemented and are ready for use at any time.

Currently, in Jinshi, Fengtian, Bingcheng and Shimen, which are pilot cities for Zhencui Group's comprehensive expansion plan in the northern market, Zhencui Group's brand stores have begun to open one after another, and the business results have initially met expectations.

The full-scale expansion plan is in full swing, and the preliminary preparations for [Zhenyuan Restaurant] are also progressing smoothly. [Zhenyuan Restaurant] has already been fully rolled out in Kyrgyz province even before it has officially opened.

The provincial capital, Beichun, has prepared four brand flagship stores, the deputy provincial capital, Jiangcheng, has prepared two brand flagship stores, and the other prefecture-level cities in Jilin Province have each prepared one brand flagship store.

According to the original plan, there was no other prefecture-level cities in Jilin Province involved. The first batch of [Zhenyuan Shanfang] brand flagship stores only considered Beichun and Jiangcheng. However, plans can't keep up with changes.

At the Qi family banquet that day, Qi Guowei and Tang Jinghui casually presented Gu Heng with a large order worth over 100 million yuan. Gu Heng naturally couldn't refuse the kindness of his two elders, so he temporarily changed his plans and set up a brand flagship store in other prefecture-level cities in Jilin Province.

Now, all the preliminary preparations for 【Zhenyuan Restaurant】 have been completed. All that is needed is to choose an auspicious day to officially open the doors to customers.

Today's meeting is the decision-making meeting for the official opening of [Zhenyuan Restaurant]. Otherwise, Gu Heng, who is currently focused on preparing for the college entrance examination, would not have attended the meeting, let alone personally presided over it.

Bai Muqing looked at Gu Heng, who was standing in front and talking eloquently, and felt that he was completely different from usual. His mature and steady demeanor, and the powerful aura that seemed to be able to control everything, could even affect her, even though she was sitting at the back.

"Teacher Bai, would you like some water?"

The receptionist returned and handed Bai Muqing a glass of warm water.

"Thank you."

Bai Muqing thanked him politely.

"Then please have a seat, Professor Bai. I'll head back to the front desk now."

"That's what the receptionist said in a sweet voice."

"it is good."

Bai Muqing nodded again, then turned her gaze back to Gu Heng at the front of the conference room. A strange emotion, hidden deep in her heart, quietly began to grow...

(End of this chapter)