Financial freedom starts with cracked apps.

The third photo only shows the right side of the characters "Shennan," while the left side is animated and turned into a cute cat and dog crouching.

Above them is a huge umbrella, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of humans and pets.

At least in Lin Shen's opinion, the last one was the best.

So he promptly typed a reply to Qin Yuennan:
[Lin Shen: Sister Nan, how about this last one? What do you think?]
[Qin Yuennan: Okay, I also think the last one is suitable.]
After reaching a consensus on the company logo, the two then discussed the company's plans for the National Day holiday and Mid-Autumn Festival gifts.

Of course, Lin Shen would cover all the expenses in this regard.

After all, the existence of this cracked version of the app, which allows employees to directly recruit, is essentially like giving out free benefits.

Therefore, Lin Shen planned to give employees not only mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival, but also practical gifts such as gas cards and shopping cards.

Anyway, everyone can buy whatever they want without having to think too much about it.

Just as Lin Shen and Qin Yuennan were nearing the end of their discussion, Gu Wanqing poked half her head out from the doorway and called out.

"Brother Lin Shen, the food is ready. Are you done with your work?"

"Come here."

Lin Shen responded with a smile, then typed to Qin Yuennan.

[Lin Shen: Sister Nan, I'm going to wash up now. See you at the company tomorrow.]
[Qin Yuennan: Mm.]
After finishing his chat, Lin Shen left the study and went to the living room. Seeing the sumptuous dinner of three dishes and a soup on the dining table, he couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"Wow, that's a lot! Thank you for your hard work."

"not much."

Gu Wanqing smiled and pushed Lin Shen toward the bathroom.

"Brother Lin Shen, you go and absorb the nutrients first, I'll serve you rice."

"it is good."

After Lin Shen washed his hands and came out, he found that Gu Wanqing had taken a bottle of red wine out of the refrigerator, seemingly wanting to start drinking it.

Seeing this, Lin Shen decisively snatched the red wine from her hand.

"Children can't drink."

"Try it! I'm not a child anymore!"

Gu Wanqing stood with her hands on her hips, puffing out her cheeks, staring at Lin Shen with a pitiful look in her eyes, and muttering to herself.

"Brother Lin Shen, you're being nosy."

"Definitely next time."

Lin Shen quickly patted Gu Wanqing's head to comfort her.

"How about this, I'll drink a Coke with you, okay?"

"alright."

Gu Wanqing felt a slight sense of disappointment.

Actually, besides wanting to reward Lin Shen for his kindness to her today, she also hoped to take their relationship a step further by preparing such a lavish dinner.

But Gu Wanqing herself was too timid, and her personality was rather reserved.

If you asked her to take the initiative to get close to Lin Shen, she definitely wouldn't dare.

So Gu Wanqing searched online for tips on how to boost courage with alcohol.

So she thought she'd have a drink and try out some dating tips with Lin Shen, the kind of tips that mature people use when they're dating.

Moreover, having a candlelight dinner with her beloved was something Gu Wanqing looked forward to the most.

Although the food was Chinese, Gu Wanqing felt happy even if it was takeout, as long as the other person was Lin Shen.

Unfortunately, the plan was interrupted by Lin Shen before it could be implemented.

This made Gu Wanqing feel a little resentful.

However, Lin Shen suggested that drinking cola would also be fine.

So Gu Wanqing temporarily accepted Lin Shen's suggestion, took out a bottle of cola from the refrigerator, and filled it for both of them.

He also took a whole box of ice from the ice maker in the refrigerator and put a few pieces in the blankets for the two of them.

hiss--!
The moment the icy carbonated drink went down her throat, Gu Wanqing, holding the cup, couldn't help but shiver, before letting out a long, satisfying sigh.

"That's great, Brother Lin Shen! Try my stir-fried pork with chili peppers!"

"Ah."

To be honest, Gu Wanqing's cooking was actually quite decent.

When she cooked for him for the first time, Lin Shen thought it was pretty ordinary.

But after comparing the dishes at restaurants, Gu Wanqing thought that she had done a pretty good job of making them at home.

At least the flavor suited Lin Shen's taste; it was a mildly spicy and lightly flavored taste.

"Not bad!"

Lin Shen said with a smile.

"Your cooking skills seem to have improved a lot! You probably don't have time to cook while you're at school, right?"

"I learned it online."

Gu Wanqing proudly raised her little face and smiled.

Am I amazing?

"sharp."

Lin Shen couldn't help but give a thumbs up, then suddenly asked a question.

"By the way, Qingqing, can I ask you for a favor?"

"What's wrong, Brother Lin Shen?"

"I plan to start a company using both of our names."

To set up a company?

Gu Wanqing was clearly taken aback for a moment, then asked curiously.

"what company?"

"Investment company".

Lin Shen said with a smile as he chewed the rice he put into his mouth.

"How about calling it DeepBlue Capital?"

"Shenqing Capital... I think that's a really nice name!"

Gu Wanqing couldn't help but cheer excitedly, feeling an overwhelming sense of excitement and joy.

Brother Lin Shen actually used my name to start a company?

Does this mean that he has completely accepted me?
Just like Shenwan Media, which is related to Sister Jiang Wan, if Shenwan Media is a gift from Brother Lin Shen to Sister Jiang Wan.

That Shenqing Capital is a gift that Brother Lin Shen gave me!

Gu Wanqing was clearly very pleased with such a generous gift.

But soon after, some concerns arose.

"Brother Lin Shen, but I don't know anything about investing."

Gu Wanqing said with some distress, her face downcast, clearly very frustrated.

"I can't help you much in this regard, and even if I did, I might do more harm than good..."

"It's okay, you don't need to do anything."

Lin Shen chuckled softly.

"I'm just using your name for a bit. You don't need to worry about anything else. Just leave everything to me."

"Then there's no need to use my name."

Gu Wanqing was somewhat puzzled.

"Brother Lin Shen, you can choose any one you like."

"But that would be meaningless."

Lin Shen gazed deeply into Gu Wanqing's eyes and spoke softly.

"I want to name a company after us, that's all."

"..."

When Lin Shen said this, his eyes were filled with utmost sincerity.

Because he felt he owed Gu Wanqing a lot.

Qin Yuennan and Jiang Wan both have companies named after themselves, but she doesn't.

Although she was only eighteen years old and not yet of working age, Lin Shen was thinking of starting a company using her name.

This is also a little trick for getting along with multiple girls.

When it comes to handling relationship issues, a man who can't treat everyone equally is a scumbag. A true player, on the other hand, is someone who can treat everyone fairly.

Lin Shen naturally has his own principles for dealing with things.

Since Qin Yuennan and Jiang Wan have it, Gu Wanqing will definitely have it too.

Although she hadn't considered this matter, Lin Shen couldn't pretend he didn't know.

Gu Wanqing's thoughts were simpler.

That's what I like and get excited about!
She has always felt deep down that she is just a substitute for her sister.

After all, Lin Shen was someone she pursued and got together with after breaking up with her sister.

Gu Wanqing even felt in her heart that she was not as important to Lin Shen as Jiang Wan.

But she was not discouraged or saddened by this; on the contrary, she felt that it was the right thing to do.

Because her relationship with Lin Shen was initially just that of brother and sister, they should never have become lovers.

The girl who would be a good match for Lin Shen would be someone like Jiang Wan – gentle, generous, mature, and composed.

Instead of being a clueless little girl like myself.

After all, Gu Wanqing was well aware that there was a seven-year age gap between her and Lin Shen.

Perhaps the difference between 25 and 18 isn't that significant.

But what if we looked at it seven years ago?

When I was still in fifth grade, my older brother Lin Shen was already in college.

This age difference will only fade as they grow up.

But Gu Wanqing actually knew very well that she and Lin Shen had a very deep relationship.

Because when he was with Jiang Wan, the things he talked about with her were all work-related.

For example, Shenwan Media's recruitment, or troubles encountered in one's own life.

But when I'm with myself, we only talk about trivial things.

For example, plots in TV dramas, or funny videos found online.

In fact, Gu Wanqing also wanted to have a deep heart-to-heart talk with Lin Shen to help him share the pressure of work.

But she really doesn't understand anything, and if she keeps asking questions like this, Lin Shen will easily find her stupid.

Therefore, at first Gu Wanqing felt that her status was lower than Jiang Wan's, but she could accept it.

But now, Lin Shen's words have completely dispelled her concerns.

From his words, Gu Wanqing could deeply sense that his feelings for her were no less than his feelings for Jiang Wan.

Brother Lin Shen loves Sister Jiang Wan so much, and therefore he loves me even more.

Upon reaching this conclusion, Gu Wanqing's beautiful eyes instantly sparkled, as if stars were twinkling within them. She suddenly became radiant, and a healthy blush appeared on her pretty face.

She cupped her cheeks and kept giggling, unable to stop. Then, when she came to her senses and realized her lapse in composure, she smoothed the hair beside her cheek and smiled shyly.

"Hehe, Brother Lin Shen, so that's what you were thinking! I'm so happy."

"Then it's settled."

Lin Shen smiled slightly.

The atmosphere at the table gradually became more lively.

Having figured out what was on her mind, Gu Wanqing no longer had any reservations when talking to Lin Shen about what she had seen and heard at school.

She used to be afraid that Lin Shen would think she was naive.

Now it seems that she was worrying too much.

It was 7 p.m., and dinner was almost over.

Gu Wanqing took the initiative to clear the dishes and planned to take them to the kitchen to wash.

Lin Shen helped wipe the table and then intended to help Gu Wanqing wash the dishes, but she chased him away.

"No need, I'll wash it. Brother Lin Shen, why don't you go sit in the living room? If you really can't, you can pick a movie and we can watch it later."

"alright."

Lin Shen didn't refuse Gu Wanqing's kindness, but instead went to prepare the things he needed to watch the movie.

First, there's iced cola, which we already have at home; we can just take it from the freezer.

As for popcorn, Lin Shen substituted it with snacks.

He also placed a refrigerator in his study, but this refrigerator was cheaper than the one next to the kitchen, costing only a little over ten thousand.

This machine is mainly used for storing snacks.

Previously, when Lin Shen was working in his study, he had to go to the living room to get something to eat.

He thought it was too far, so he installed a refrigerator in his study to store some ready-to-eat snacks.

After preparing everything, Lin Shen started watching movies in the living room.

After Lin Shen pressed the button on the wall, the custom-made projection screen slowly descended and covered the entire wall.

Then the hidden projector above started operating, and the projectors on both sides of the living room and the ambient lights above also automatically returned to their positions.

The curtains on the balcony automatically closed, the air conditioner turned up the temperature, and the fresh air system was running at its lowest setting.

Even the sofa automatically pops out a footrest-like feature, transforming the entire sofa into a soft and comfortable sofa backrest.

This was Lin Shen's first time using the movie-watching mode in the living room, and it felt quite magical.

It directly transformed the living room into a private cinema with excellent privacy.

When Gu Wanqing finished washing the dishes and came out, she saw this beautiful and dreamlike scene.

A huge, soft sofa, with snacks and drinks on a small coffee table in the middle, and a white screen hanging on the opposite wall, projecting a computer screen onto it.

"Wow!"

Unable to contain her joy, Gu Wanqing cheered and immediately took off her slippers, jumping onto the sofa bed and rolling around and laughing wildly.

"It's so big! So soft! I feel like I could roll around on it and not fall off! Having a big living room is so comfortable! Yay!"

"What movie do you want to see?"

"Um……"

After being suddenly asked by Lin Shen, Gu Wanqing was at a loss.

After all, watching the movie was secondary; her main goal was to be close to Lin Shen.

Therefore, the content of the movie is really not important.

But choosing something like Transformers would feel a bit out of place.

Then Gu Wanqing suddenly had a good idea.

"Horror movie!"

?

When Gu Wanqing suggested watching a horror movie, Lin Shen's thoughts drifted back to the first time he went to a private cinema with Qin Yuennan.

At the time, her primary choice was also horror movies.

It's understandable that a cool and aloof woman would choose this, since she's composed and doesn't seem like the type of person who would be scared by a horror movie.

Lin Shen was genuinely surprised that Gu Wanqing chose a horror movie.

This girl actually watches horror movies?

"you sure?"

"Ah."

After confirming several times that Gu Wanqing wanted to watch a horror movie, Lin Shen carefully selected one from his own pool of choices.

In the end, Gu Wanqing chose the horror film "The Summoning of Souls," which consistently receives high ratings in the horror genre.

Although it is a classic, from Lin Shen's perspective, it is not even as terrifying as the Curse.

This may be related to customs and lifestyles both domestically and internationally.

Lin Shen wasn't afraid of demons or monsters, but he was more afraid of red embroidered shoes that suddenly appeared at the door, things like demon possession.

The Curse, on the other hand, incorporates folk customs and traditions into horror stories, creating horror films suitable for Chinese audiences.

But Gu Wanqing wanted to see the summoning of the spirit, so Lin Shen naturally granted her wish.

So he clicked play and then lay back on the sofa.

Seeing this, Gu Wanqing thought for a moment and then quietly moved to Lin Shen's side, leaning against the back of the sofa with him, and resting her head on his shoulder.

In the dim light, a man and a woman are alone in a room.

This made Gu Wanqing's heart beat even faster than usual.

Could something happen like the night I first met Brother Lin Shen? (End of Chapter)