A sophomore in college starts by getting a marriage certificate with a female CEO.

"Lu Yang, my nephew just graduated this year. He's a smart young man with excellent grades in his major, but he just needs an opportunity. Could you mention it to your HR department and have them send his resume over?"

Zhang Dalei put down his teacup, his smile widening even further.

He knew very well that the chances of getting things done through back channels at a large, reputable company like Xueyu Group were slim.

But if you can give it a try, it's a good opportunity.

"Teacher Zhang, you think too highly of me."

Lu Yang pushed the water glass in front of him away a little.

"I'm not even a full-time employee yet, and my internship isn't over. On the day of the interview, I didn't even know how I got in. It was just that the interviewer was in a good mood that day, and I got lucky."

"Oh dear, you're just too modest, child."

Zhang Dalei waved his hand. "A listed company like Xueyu Group goes through rigorous screening at every level. How could anyone get in just by luck?"

Even if it's luck, it's still part of one's ability.

However, he understood what Lu Yang meant.

"Alright, the teacher won't force you. Go back to class now."

"Thank you for your understanding, Teacher Zhang."

Lu Yang stood up, pushed open the door, and walked out.

I just came down to the lobby on the first floor of the office building.

A figure was blocking the way.

Wang Ziying.

Today she wore a white knit sweater with light blue jeans, her long hair cascading over her shoulders, looking as pitiful as ever.

"Lu Yang".

Wang Ziying called out to him, her eyes brimming with tears.

Lu Yang stopped and looked at her.

"What's up?"

Wang Ziying took two steps closer, looked up at him, and said with a hint of reproach in her voice:

Why did you block me on WeChat?

"It's taking up memory. Let me clear the list. You probably clicked it accidentally."

Lu Yang said directly.

Wang Ziying was stunned.

"You're lying, you're deliberately targeting me."

Wang Ziying bit her lip, her eyes beginning to redden. "All I asked was for you to submit my resume. It was such a small favor for you, why are you being so heartless? We were classmates, we used to be so close, now that you're working for a big company, what's wrong with helping out with a little thing?"

Lu Yang laughed: "Help me with a small favor? Wang Ziying, do you have some misunderstanding about our past relationship?"

Wang Ziying was taken aback: "What misunderstanding?"

"Why should I help you? Am I your father?"

Lu Yang's words left Wang Ziying speechless.

She was used to being fawned over by boys at school; she had never been treated like this before.

Wang Ziying was silent for a moment, then gritted her teeth and said, "Lu Yang, you weren't like this before. You said you liked me and wanted me to be the happiest woman in the world. Now that you're successful, you want to get rid of me? Besides, I just wanted you to help me get a referral. If I get into the company, we can work together and be together forever, right?"

Working together?

Lu Yang was completely amused by her.

I feel disgusted just looking at her now, how could I possibly work with her?

This woman has quite the imagination.

"First, I don't have the ability to make internal referrals. Second, even if I did, I wouldn't recommend you," Lu Yang said.

Wang Ziying gritted her teeth: "Lu Yang, you've changed. You weren't like this before."

"People need to have brains."

Lu Yang put his hands in his pockets and walked straight past her.

Wang Ziying turned around and shouted at his back:

"What makes you so great! You're just an intern! Do you really think you're the boss of the Snowfield Group? Let me tell you, those who got in by luck will be kicked out sooner or later!"

Lu Yang didn't turn around, but raised his hand and waved.

Wang Ziying was left alone, stomping her feet and standing there angrily.

……

On Qingnian Road, in front of a shop.

Lu Yang parked his bicycle in the marked area and walked to the storefront with the "For Sale" sign.

Sister Liu has arrived.

Today is the day he signs the contract for his shop.

"Sister Liu," Lu Yang said as he walked over.

"The young man is here."

Sister Liu opened the file bag she was holding and took out a printed contract.

"Look, I've changed it according to the terms we agreed on yesterday: one month's rent as deposit and three months' rent in advance, the first month's rent reduced by 500, and the transfer fee of 6,000. Please check it."

Lu Yang took the contract and read through the terms word by word.

The lease term is three years, and the penalty for breach of contract is two months' rent; the terms are clearly stated.

Sign your name and transfer the money.

"It's a pleasure working with you."

Sister Liu put away the contract and handed over a set of keys. "I've cleared everything out. The roller shutter is a bit stuck; you'll have to use a little force to push it up."

After saying that, Sister Liu got on her electric bike and rode away.

Lu Yang took the key, turned around, and pulled open the roller shutter door.

This place is going to be transformed into a Japanese-style maid bubble tea shop, which is quite a project.

I took out my phone and sent a message in the dorm group chat: 【We have work to do, come over quickly.】

Less than twenty minutes.

Wang Hao, Li Yunbin, and Xu Guangkun came running over, panting.

Wang Hao glanced at the shop and exclaimed, "Holy crap, Lao Yang, you really bought it?"

"Stop talking nonsense and start cleaning."

Lu Yang threw a broom at him: "I'll treat you to a good meal after we're done."

"Holy crap! Godfather's awesome!"

The three of them said in unison.

Li Yunbin picked up a broom and looked around:

"This run-down place can be turned into a maid cafe? It looks more like a fried rice shop to me."

Wang Hao asked, "Old Yang, how long will it take to finish the basic renovations?"

"About ten days."

Lu Yang did a rough calculation.

They were only responsible for cleaning up the surrounding garbage; the rest was left to the renovation team.

"What about the maid? When will they be hired?"

Li Yunbin is very concerned about this issue.

After all, in a maid-themed bubble tea shop, the maids are the key.

"We'll be posting job openings tonight."

Lu Yang said directly: "Part-time, thirty yuan per hour, meals included, commission included."

Xu Guangkun exclaimed:

"Thirty? Part-time jobs at bubble tea shops around the school only pay fifteen. You're asking for that much, can you even make a profit?"

"The maids offer emotional value, not milk tea."

Lu Yang smiled.

"Good service, pretty girls, thirty is cheap. If you charge fifteen, you'll only attract middle-aged women. Would you drink there?"

Upon hearing this, the three instinctively imagined several middle-aged women dressed as maids...

next second.

I instantly got goosebumps.

In the evening, in the dormitory group chat.

Lu Yang finished writing the recruitment copy.

[Newly opened themed tea shop is hiring part-time staff. Requirements: Female, height 165cm or above, good appearance and temperament, outgoing personality, able to follow instructions. Hourly wage 30+ commission, meals provided. Job duties: taking orders, making drinks, and interacting with customers.]

After reading the job posting, Wang Hao couldn't help but comment:

"This is written too formally. You need to add the words 'maid,' otherwise who will understand?"

Lu Yang replied, "If I write 'maid,' people will think it's a brothel that skirts the law. What decent girl would dare to come? I'll explain in more detail during the interview."

Li Yunbin sent a thumbs-up emoji: "Brilliant, absolutely brilliant, Godfather!"