My hotel is full of emperors throughout history.

"Hello, is this Daming Technology Co., Ltd."

Outside the door, a young boy who looked a little nervous knocked on the door.

Two men sat before him: one refined and easy-going in the middle, the other looking arrogant and domineering.

"Yes."

The refined and easy-going man nodded and smiled.

"Please sit down..."

The boy, who looked to be in his early twenties, sat down cautiously, with half of his buttocks touching the edge of the chair.

He pushed up his black-rimmed glasses and handed over the meticulously printed resume with both hands.

"Hello, my name is Zhang Mingyuan. I'm here for an interview for the accountant position at our company... uh, Daming Technology Co., Ltd."

Zhu Biao took the resume, looked down at it, and still wore a polite smile on his face.

Hardworking, diligent and willing to work hard...

(Hmm, this is a good product.)

Passed CET-4 and CET-6...

(An English or Western language exam? Seems acceptable.)

Proficient in using UFIDA and Kingdee accounting software...

Holding a junior accounting qualification...

I participated in the student union's finance department during my time at university...

……

Zhu Biao flipped through the resume, and the boy, seeing this, cautiously asked a question.

"Um... Interviewer, excuse me."

"I just wanted to double-check the benefits listed in your job posting... six types of insurance and two types of housing funds upon joining, 15 days of paid annual leave, annual medical check-up, project completion bonuses, and... special contribution allowances... are all of these true?"

The job market is tough right now. Engineering majors can still find jobs relatively easily, but accountants like him are extremely hard to find.

He can't reach the good ones, and he doesn't even want the bad ones.

After months of job hunting in the fall, most of my resumes disappeared into thin air. Finally, I came across Daming Technology, which advertised very attractive compensation packages.

Some are even too good to be true, but the company profiles are vague, only saying that they are "innovative companies that focus on the integration of traditional culture and technology".

This is one of the very few times a resume has been approved.

So he came with the mindset of "trying anything as a last resort".

Before Zhu Biao could speak, Zhu Gaoxu, who was standing next to him, expressed his dissatisfaction.

He snorted through his nose, crossed his arms, and said nonchalantly.

"Tsk, asking about money right off the bat? Kid, are you that short of cash?"

Zhang Mingyuan blushed at the blunt question, feeling somewhat embarrassed, but he still forced himself to continue.

"Yes... yes, to a certain extent. Besides, compensation reflects how much the company values ​​its employees and their job stability."

Zhu Gaoxu glanced at him and said disdainfully.

"So you think you're talented? I think..."

Before he could finish speaking, Zhu Biao glanced at him, and Zhu Gaoxu immediately shut up.

Zhu Biao put down his resume and looked at Zhang Mingyuan with gentle eyes.

"Zhang, there's no need to worry."

Zhu Biao's voice was steady and reassuring.

"The terms and conditions of the compensation package stated in the notice have been clearly announced and shall be honored. Our company... well, we are committed to long-term development and deeply understand the principle that 'to catch fish, one must first make the water flowing; to catch birds, one must first plant trees.'"

"The generous compensation is not only an affirmation of your talents, but also an expression of our hope to work together for mutual development."

"but,"

Zhu Biao changed the subject, still smiling.

"With such excellent compensation, one's expectations are naturally high. Since Zhang is proficient in financial software, he must have considerable expertise in accounting and financial management."

"Our company's business... is quite unique, and the accounts may be intricate and complex, requiring absolute clarity, accuracy, and traceability. Furthermore, strict confidentiality is essential, and there must be no oversights or... inappropriate thoughts."

He paused, observing the other person's reaction.

"Suppose there is a special sum of money, with a secret purpose, which needs to go through multiple transfers before finally ending up in the hands of a specific person, and the accounts must be made to be airtight, in accordance with... well, in accordance with all the rules that are in the open."

"With your abilities, can you design a robust process? And how can you ensure that everyone involved, including yourself, will keep quiet, and that the accounts themselves can withstand the most stringent audits at any time?"

Zhang Mingyuan remained silent for a moment.

So, if you want to be a good accountant, you can't escape this?

He took a deep breath and began to answer based on what he had learned.

Zhu Biao listened attentively, nodding slightly from time to time.

Zhu Gaoxu was getting impatient, but with Zhu Biao beside him, he couldn't make a scene. He could only sit casually to the side with his arms crossed, occasionally pursing his lips.

Finally, after asking several questions in a row, Zhu Biao nodded and casually asked.

"What is your opinion of the Ming Dynasty?"

Zhang Mingyuan was taken aback.

"Well, the Ming Dynasty... from a historical perspective, it was certainly a very important dynasty. It drove out the Manchus and restored China; its beginnings were very ambitious. At its peak, the country was powerful, and Zheng He's voyages to the Western Ocean were a monumental feat in maritime history..."

Zhu Biao nodded slightly, signaling him to continue.

"but,"

Zhang Mingyuan changed the subject.

"There are also many controversies and problems."

"For example, there were many eccentric emperors, a corrupt bureaucracy, and a prominent problem of displaced people; there was also the maritime ban policy, which, although it had its historical background, may have restricted maritime development in the long run... Oh, by the way, the budding capitalism and intellectual activity in the late Ming Dynasty were quite interesting, but unfortunately they are gone."

Zhu Gaochi got excited when he heard someone make a comment about the Ming Dynasty.

"So what's your opinion on the King of Han?"

Zhang Mingyuan glanced at him and pondered for a moment.

"May I ask who the King of Han is?"

Zhu Gaoxu's face darkened, but he still answered.

"That is Zhu Gaoxu, the second son of Emperor Yongle (Zhu Di)."

"Oh~!"

Zhang Mingyuan suddenly realized.

"I know him. He's the prince who was roasted alive in a bronze vat after tripping his nephew, right?"

Zhu Gaoxu: ...

Damn it!

He can't escape the connection between being roasted, can he?

I'm going to tell the old man when I get back!!!

Seeing that Zhu Gaoxu had stopped speaking, Zhu Biao smiled at Zhang Mingyuan.

"I've gathered enough information. So, Zhang, would you be willing to join our company? If so, can we sign the contract now?"

"..."

Seeing this scene, Zhang Mingyuan, who should have been happy, fell silent instead.

That doesn't seem right.

Since the start of the fall recruitment season, he has encountered numerous setbacks. Which company doesn't involve at least two or three rounds of interviews and repeated back-and-forth negotiations?

Daming Technology is something else. They make a decision based on just one question and one answer?

They're signing the contract right away?

too fast?

Shouldn't I be told to go home and wait for further notice?

In addition, the benefits were unrealistically good, the process was strangely simple, the interviewer combination was odd, and the questions asked had a slightly suggestive, even borderline, flavor...

In an instant, countless news stories and online jokes about "fake recruitment," "training loans," "high-salary bait," and even more terrifying "trap in northern Myanmar" and "kidney cutting" flooded his mind.

Zhang Mingyuan felt increasingly uneasy, his eyes constantly scanning Zhu Biao and Zhu Gaoxu.

One was refined and gentle, the other looked fierce.

The more I look at it, the more I feel there's something wrong.

I rely on!

Isn't this the standard setup for scam gangs in northern Myanmar depicted in movies?

Could it be that they tricked him into joining the company first, and then used the guise of tourism to lure him to Southeast Asia to eat kidneys?

Zhang Mingyuan swallowed hard and asked cautiously.

"Um... could you tell me if our company offers any company-sponsored travel arrangements?"

After hearing this, Zhu Biao pondered for a moment.

"Of course. Our employees have worked hard and deserve to rest and enjoy themselves to reward their efforts."

Zhang Mingyuan felt even more uneasy.

He wanted to stand up and leave, but then he thought of the generous offer and how he still hadn't found a job...

Why don't you give it a try first?

Anyway, as long as they don't listen to the rules and go abroad, it's fine!

Zhang Mingyuan hesitated for a moment, then asked again cautiously.

"So, is the trip domestically or internationally?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Gaoxu couldn't hold back any longer and slammed his fist on the table, cursing.

"Go to hell! What do you mean? My brother... our CEO Zhu personally gave you this opportunity, and you still don't know how to appreciate it?"

"Are you just hesitating here, playing us for a fool?!"

"It's already a favor that you get to go have fun, and you're still thinking about going abroad?"

Hearing this, Zhang Mingyuan felt much more at ease.

Upon seeing this, Zhu Biao smiled slightly.

"Zhang, there's no need to panic. My younger brother is straightforward and his words may be a bit sharp, but he meant no harm."

"As for going abroad... our company's business is currently primarily focused on the Chinese mainland, promoting the essence of traditional culture. The so-called tourism aims to allow colleagues to appreciate the diverse landscapes of our land, inspiring their minds and minds. Southeast Asia and even further afield..."

He shook his head slightly.

"That's not our company's current focus."

"That's good!"

Zhang Mingyuan nodded, looking at the contract Zhu Biao handed him, flipping through it several times.

They even took out their phones to check.

That's fucking normal!

There were no traps in the contract; everything was written down clearly.

Is this really a normal company?

Zhang Mingyuan was surprised.

That's normal!

But after experiencing so many pitfalls, he seems abnormal.