Going home for the Chinese New Year with a year-end bonus of 100 million

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yao was about to explode in anger again: "Zhou Jin! You..."

"Hey, Zhou Yao." Yang Fan gently stopped Zhou Yao this time, shook his head at her, and then looked at Zhou Jin.

His face didn't show any anger; instead, it held a hint of appreciation.

Zhou Jin's suggestion is actually very practical and in line with business logic.

It would be time-consuming and laborious for Yang Fan to negotiate on his own, and he might not even be able to get the lowest price.

Zhou Jin used his expertise and network advantages to operate, and if he could get a lower price, it would be reasonable to give him a portion of the savings as a reward.

Ultimately, the cost I paid was reduced, and I saved myself some trouble.

This is much more reliable and mature than Zhou Jin's initial approach of trying to fool people with inferior parts and then taking a cut.

It seems that although this kid is slovenly and outspoken, he is still quite clear-headed when it comes to matters involving his profession and interests.

"Okay, I think that's a good idea." Yang Fan nodded.

"Just do as you said, first help me make a configuration list that meets the requirements and has a high cost performance."

"I'll go to the market and ask about the price, then we'll discuss it further."

"Big brother! Don't fall for his tricks! He's very cunning!" Zhou Yao said anxiously.

"Hey, Zhou Yao! Big Brother has already agreed, what are you meddling for?" Zhou Jin immediately retorted, then gave Yang Fan a bright smile:

"Brother! You're so straightforward! I love dealing with sensible people like you!"

"Don't worry, I'll get the configuration list ready for you today, I guarantee you'll get your money's worth!"

Just as the atmosphere had eased and they were about to get down to business and discuss the specific configuration, Yang Fan's phone rang.

He took it out and saw that it was a call from his younger sister, Yang Xiaoya.

"Excuse me, I need to take this call." Yang Fan gestured to Zhou Jin and his sister before answering the phone.

"Hello, Xiaoya?"

"Brother!" Yang Xiaoya's clear and cheerful voice came through the receiver:

"I want to tell you that your uncle is recovering very well. The doctor said he can be discharged tomorrow or the day after!"

"Xiaoyu and I are going back to pack our things, and then we can head over to your place!"

"Hey bro, are you free? If you are, could you come pick us up?"

Yang Fan calculated the time and figured he could get the e-sports hotel contract and other preliminary matters sorted out in the next couple of days, so he readily agreed.

"Sure, no problem."

"Xiaoya, let me know when you're all packed, and I'll make some arrangements to pick you up."

"That's great! Thank you, brother! You're so kind!" Yang Xiaoya's voice was full of joy.

Yang Fan laughed: "Silly girl, why are you thanking me? I'm your brother, isn't this what I should do?"

"Okay, I got it, bro! You go ahead and get busy, bye!"

Yang Fan was in a good mood after hanging up the phone.

My younger sister, Xiaoyu, and her parents are coming up soon, making the house even more lively. I'm sure Mom and Dad will be happy too.

He put away his phone, turned around, and was about to continue discussing computer configurations with Zhou Jin when he discovered that the guy had somehow gotten up from his gaming chair.

A pair of eyes were staring straight at me.

He swallowed hard, his throat bobbing.

Yang Fan felt a little uneasy under his gaze and asked, puzzled:

"What's wrong, Zhou Jin? Is there a problem?"

Zhou Jin didn't answer immediately. Instead, he stared at Yang Fan for a few more seconds before cautiously asking in a trembling and extremely uncertain tone:

"Um...brother, if I may ask...was the person who just called you...Yang Xiaoya?"

Yang Fan was taken aback, then nodded subconsciously: "Yes, how did you know?" He remembered that he had never mentioned his sister's name to Zhou Jin.

Upon receiving Yang Fan's affirmative reply, Zhou Jin's facial muscles twitched. Still unwilling to give up, he took another deep breath and confirmed in a more cautious and slower tone:

"So... big brother, your surname is Yang, right?"

"Your sister's name is Yang Xiaoya... Isn't she a junior at a university around here, majoring in... Visual Communication Design?"

"She also has a close friend who's always by her side, named... Lin Xiaoyu? Is that right?"

Yang Fan was genuinely surprised.

He frowned, looking Zhou Jin up and down, his eyes filled with scrutiny and a hint of wariness:

"Wait... what's wrong with you, kid? How come you know so much about my sister? What are you trying to do?"

This statement is practically tantamount to acknowledging all of Zhou Jin's guesses.

The next second, Zhou Jin slapped his thigh, his expression instantly changing from shock to ecstasy, and then to extreme ingratiation—the change was incredibly fast!

"Oh my god!!! My dear brother!!!" Zhou Jin rushed forward, almost grabbing Yang Fan's hand, but stopped halfway and instead rubbed his own hands vigorously. His smile was as bright as a blooming chrysanthemum, and his waist unconsciously bent a little. His tone was so flattering that it could drip honey.

"Look at you! You should have said you were Yang Xiaoya's brother earlier!"

"This is like flooding the Dragon King Temple! We're family! Absolutely one of us!"

He patted his chest, his voice booming:

"Forget about money! Bro, you're my brother from now on! Leave the computer setup to me!"

"I'll do a fantastic job for you! I guarantee top-of-the-line components at the lowest price!"

"I don't want a single penny for my trouble! It's purely out of kindness and friendship!"

He became more and more excited as he spoke, gesturing wildly to the sky and the earth: "Brother, don't worry! If your e-sports hotel doesn't do well after it opens, come find me! I'll bring our entire e-sports club—no, I'll mobilize all my connections—to support you every day!"

"I guarantee you'll be fully booked every day! From now on, you're like a brother to me. If you need anything, just say the word, and I, Zhou Jin, will answer without hesitation!"

Looking at Zhou Jin, who had instantly transformed from a shrewd and calculating computer vendor into a passionate and devoted "lackey," Yang Fan felt that, logically, he should be happy to receive such free help.

But for some reason, looking at Zhou Jin's fawning manner, and recalling how Zhou Jin had just recounted all the details about his sister...

Instead of feeling happy, Yang Fan had a growing sense of unease.

This kid... could he possibly have some inappropriate thoughts about his own little sister, Xiaoya?