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Beijing, Taiyang Community.

The afternoon sun was a bit too bright, and the glass windows of the guardhouse were covered with a layer of dust, making them look quite old.

Ye Zhou arrived at the gatehouse and was about to push the door open and enter.

"Brother Ye, didn't you say you were going to look for a job?"

The man filming looked puzzled: "What brings you here?"

Ye Zhou paused, glanced at the photographer, and a faint smile appeared on his lips: "Looking for a job, huh? Aren't I looking for a job right now?"

Looking for a job?

The photographer paused for a moment, then subconsciously glanced at the guardhouse: "Brother Ye, you wouldn't be thinking of...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Ye Zhou had already pushed the door open and gone inside.

Inside the guardhouse, an old man with gray hair sat in a chair, squinting in the sun. Next to him was a transistor radio playing opera, which made people drowsy.

Hearing the noise, the old man slowly opened his eyes. Seeing Ye Zhou, he was stunned for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face: "Little Ye? What brings you here?"

"Uncle Li," Ye Zhou called out naturally, "I'm here to apply for the job."

"Applying for a job?" Old Li was taken aback, looking Ye Zhou up and down. "You, a college graduate, are applying for a job here?"

The guardhouse was small and simply furnished, with a table, a chair, and the small stool where Grandpa Li sat, which almost filled the space.

The community's surveillance screen is hanging on the wall. The image is a bit blurry, but you can still make out the general situation.

The cameraman stood at the door, somewhat at a loss, carrying his camera. He never expected that Ye Zhou's "job search" was actually an application for a security guard position at the community gate.

This...this is just too outrageous!

He glanced at the camera subconsciously, and began to think that the live broadcast room was probably in an uproar right now.

Wait, am I seeing things?

[Applying for a job? Ye Zhou wants to apply for a security guard job???]

Holy crap, this plot is moving way too fast! I thought he'd at least apply to a big company or something, but he ended up working as a security guard?!

[Haha, a top student becoming a security guard, the contrast is hilarious!]

What does this mean? Working as a security guard at such a young age??

[Don't laugh, people upstairs. This is genuinely down-to-earth; at least they dare to lower their standards.]

But... isn't it such a waste of talent for a top university graduate to become a security guard?

What's wrong with outstanding graduates from prestigious universities? Can't top scorers in the college entrance exam be security guards? No job is inherently superior or inferior!

It's true that no profession is inherently superior or inferior, but this disparity is just too great; I honestly can't accept it...

The program's director's office.

"Become a security guard? This..."

Xu Xiao's lips twitched when she saw this.

He wanted to gain traffic through contrast, but the contrast is too big!

Even he was caught off guard.

……

"Uncle Li, I know you're short of security guards here."

Ye Zhou, however, seemed not to notice the photographer's reaction and walked straight up to Grandpa Li.

"Xiao Ye, not to be mean, but with your college degree qualifications, you could easily find an office job. If all else fails, you could work at my bastard's company."

Old Li frowned: "What are you doing here guarding the gate?"

"It's easy!" Ye Zhou shrugged.

"Relaxed?"

Grandpa Li looked at Ye Zhou in surprise: "You're a graduate of a prestigious university, the perfect time to strive for success, how could you choose to work as a security guard with no future?"

"Uncle Li, you became a security guard at sixty, and I became a security guard at twenty."

Ye Zhou said in a serious tone, "In a sense, haven't I avoided taking forty years of detours?"

quiet!

The live stream room was deathly silent!

Since the reform and opening up, the value of getting rich through hard work has taken root in people's hearts.

With the development in recent years, it has gradually evolved into a frenzied involution.

From students to parents, from the workplace to daily life, it seems that if you don't run forward desperately, you will be mercilessly left behind by the torrent of the times.

It's not that no one has thought about giving up and lying low!

But they dare not!

The pressure from their families and the strange looks from those around them made it hard for them to breathe.

It's as if they've committed a grave offense if they don't strive for improvement.

Ye Zhou's statement, "Avoid taking forty years of detours," was like a pebble thrown into a boiling oil pan, instantly causing an uproar in the live stream.

【? ? ? ? ? ? 】

Wait, what did I just hear?

[A way to avoid taking forty years of detours? This logic... seems flawless?]

[Haha, what a sober-minded statement!]

Oh no, I've actually been convinced...

Becoming a security guard at sixty or twenty certainly saves you forty years of wasted time!

Is this the thought process of top students? Starting directly from the result?

Don't be misled by what you've read! This is fallacy! Fallacy!

I love hearing fallacies too, haha, so true!

Is Ye Zhou completely giving up, or is he just putting on a show?

I have a feeling he's serious...

In the director's room.

Xu Xiaogang almost spat out the water he was drinking.

"This...this kid really dares to say that!"

The screenwriter next to him was also dumbfounded: "Save forty years of detours? This dialogue... I wouldn't even dare to write something like this!"

"No way, this part has to be cut out and posted online!" Xu Xiao's eyes lit up: "It'll be such a hot topic!"

He was initially worried that Ye Zhou's popularity wouldn't last long, but now it seems that this kid is simply born with a knack for attracting attention.

"Director Xu, I'm afraid this might have some negative impact!"

The assistant director next to him frowned and expressed his concerns.

"That's simple, we just need to handle this massive traffic."

Xu Xiao smiled and said, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

This statement came out.

The production team immediately fell silent.

Then, one by one, they revealed incredibly excited smiles.

The more popular the show, the more prize money they will receive later.

……

Inside the guardhouse.

Grandpa Li was speechless for a long time after hearing Ye Zhou's words.

He opened his mouth, but in the end could only sigh helplessly: "You child, why do you always spout such nonsense?"

"Uncle Li, this isn't some fallacy."

Ye Zhou continued in a serious tone:

"Look, isn't the whole point of life just to make a living?"

"I'm only twenty years old now, and I can enjoy the retirement life that you would only enjoy at sixty. That's called achieving your life goals ahead of time."

Grandpa Li: "..."

He felt that his worldview had been shaken.

The viewers in the live stream were laughing hysterically.

[Haha, this logic is brilliant!]

Achieving life goals ahead of schedule?

I actually find what he said to make a lot of sense!

Is this the ceiling of the "lying flat" world?

Ye Zhou: I'm not giving up, I'm retiring early.

[Stop talking about the previous stuff; I've already started reflecting on why I even bother going to work.]

No, I have to record this right away and show it to my boss!

Haha, are you trying to get fired?

……

Just then, the system's voice suddenly rang in Ye Zhou's mind.

[Ding! The host's remarks have triggered strong emotional reactions from the audience!]

[Gained 500 Mood Points!]

Current mood score: 1500

Ye Zhou was overjoyed.

This show is definitely an ATM for emotional points!

It probably won't be long before he redeems those famous works from his past life, and then he can make money while lying down.

If you're interested, try out different professions. You can not only enjoy life but also earn rewards. Wouldn't that be great?

"Uncle Li, please let me give it a try."

Ye Zhou said sincerely, "I can help you stop the delivery driver."

"Even to teach those unreasonable homeowners a lesson."

Of course, he only said that last sentence to himself.

"You silly child..."

Grandpa Li sighed, seemingly wanting to offer a few more words of advice, but seeing Ye Zhou's serious expression, he finally shook his head: "Alright, alright, give it a try first. Whenever you want to leave, just let me know."

As he spoke, Grandpa Li took a labor contract from the drawer and handed it to Ye Zhou.

Ye Zhou showed no surprise at this.

Ye Zhou knew the identity of the old man in front of him, Mr. Li. His son ran a security company that contracted the Sun Community.

He worked as a security guard there simply because he was bored and wanted to kill some time.

Ye Zhou took the contract, glanced at it briefly, and then signed his name.

This is just a formality.

This old man Li was a comrade-in-arms who fought alongside his grandfather in this life; he wouldn't betray him.

Sure enough, the moment he signed his name—

[Ding! Host has been officially hired as a security guard!]

Occupation: Security Guard (Permanent Position)

[Career Quests Now Available!]

[Professional Quest]:

1. Intercept fifty food delivery drivers and prevent them from entering the residential area. Current task progress (0/50)

2. Teach a lesson to the five homeowners who disturbed the peace of the community. Current task progress (0/5)

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on unlocking your first profession! You are rewarded with a newbie gift pack!]

"As expected, there are tasks related to teaching homeowners a lesson... but I didn't expect there to be a newbie gift pack too!"

A strange light flashed in Ye Zhou's eyes, and he silently chanted in his mind, "Open!"

[Ding! Host's charm +2]

[Ding! Host's power +2]

[Ding! Host's Intelligence +2]

As a series of notification sounds came down, Ye Zhou felt a lightness all over his body, as if a warm current was flowing through his limbs and bones.

His previously somewhat thin body suddenly became full of power. He clenched his fist, and his knuckles made a slight "crackling" sound.

"This power boost... is a bit exaggerated."

Ye Zhou felt much lighter, as if he could punch a bull to death at any moment.

Moreover, Ye Zhou could clearly feel that his memory had improved a lot compared to before, and his thinking was also more agile.

Those advanced math problems that once gave Ye Zhou a huge headache are now a piece of cake for him.

Keep in mind that this was achieved with only two improvements.

At the same time, Ye Zhou's appearance was also changing quietly.

His eyes, which still had faint dark circles from staying up late playing games, were brighter than before, as if they held the stars and the sea.

Her nose bridge was more prominent, and the lines of her lips became softer. Her already delicate features, when combined, now exuded an indescribable allure.

Fortunately, it's still the same face, just the appearance is completely different now.

Otherwise, things could get complicated.

The viewers in the live stream also noticed the change.

[Huh? Ye Zhou seems to have gotten a little more handsome?]

Am I just imagining things?

I feel the same way.

Holy crap, this beauty filter is way too high!

This shows that their foundation was already quite good!

……

In a short time.

Ye Zhou's live stream was extremely lively.

The number of bullet comments directly ranked first.

"Great! That's wonderful!"

"That image, that aura, that contrast!"

Xu Xiao's eyes lit up as she looked at Ye Zhou on the screen: "This is the kind of hit I've been looking for!"

"That's weird, I never thought he was so handsome before!" the screenwriter next to him muttered quietly.

"Immediately edit Ye Zhou's footage into short videos and upload them to all major platforms!"

Xu Xiao laughed heartily:

"I've already thought of a title—"

"A top student from Beijing University turned down a job offer from a major company to become a security guard? The reason is surprising..."

"It's definitely going to be a hit!"

"Director Xu is brilliant!"

The assistant director couldn't help but nod in agreement: "This topic is definitely going to trend on social media!"

Xu Xiao glanced at Ye Zhou, who was carrying a security guard uniform and preparing to go home, then turned her attention back to the No. 1 live broadcast room.

The host of the live broadcast room number one is Zhang Qishan, chairman of Fengzeyuan Group.

This was a very important person he had spent a lot of money to invite.

If it weren't for Feng Zeyuan's urgent need to restore his reputation recently, and the fact that the biggest investor in "Life's Many Facets" has a very good relationship with Zhang Qishan, it's unlikely that he would have been able to persuade him to participate.