Reborn back to the time before I sold my blood to support my scumbag boyfriend's college educat

"Mr. Zheng, you can't go in. Mr. Xu is still resting."

Sister Wang quickly tried to stop him. Zheng Leran ignored her and walked in; he really had no other choice. Because they had no money for food, the others had gone to work early in the morning.

Xia Yichu held a loaf of bread in her hand, looking at the man in front of her. The man had delicate features, wore a slightly faded shirt, his hair was a little messy, and his eyes were full of fatigue and embarrassment.

If she heard correctly, Sister Wang seemed to have called him Mr. Zheng just now. Could he be Zheng Leran? However, he was completely different from the Zheng Leran that Xia Yichu had seen on TV in her previous life.

Zheng Leran swallowed hard as he looked at the bread in Xia Yichu's hand. He had only eaten a bowl of porridge and some vegetables last night and hadn't eaten anything this morning. Just then, Zheng Leran's stomach growled at an inopportune moment.

Zheng Leran's face instantly turned bright red. He awkwardly turned his face away, his eyes darting around. Xia Yichu looked at him like this and found it inexplicably amusing.

"I'm so sorry, I was in a rush to leave this morning and haven't had breakfast yet."

"Um, how about we eat something together?"

"OK!"

Zheng Leran said excitedly that he is a person with dreams and is unwilling to give up his dreams to do other jobs.

He was so hungry he could hardly stand it, and he had made up his mind. If Xu Shaoyang didn't agree to invest in him, he would have to find a job. Otherwise, he was afraid he would starve to death.

He sat down opposite Xia Yichu, took the bread she handed him, and wolfed it down.

"Sister Wang, go and cook him a bowl of wontons."

"it is good"

Sister Wang reluctantly agreed, as she was no stranger to Zheng Leran. He had already freeloaded here several times, sometimes even bringing a few people over for meals.

Mr. Xu was kind-hearted and offered them jobs at his nightclub. However, Zheng Leran refused and insisted that Mr. Xu invest in him to start a company.

A moment later, Sister Wang brought over a large bowl of wontons. Zheng Leran thanked her and started eating. He had just eaten some bread and an egg, so he didn't wolf down his food.

About ten minutes later, Zheng Leran finished the soup and wontons, and even let out a burp.

"Want more?" Xia Yichu asked, amused.

"No, thank you, I'm full."

After Zheng Leran finished speaking, he started clearing the dishes from the table. Sister Wang came over and told him not to bother, that she could do it herself.

Zheng Leran didn't say anything, and skillfully took the bowls and chopsticks into the kitchen. He wanted to wash the dishes himself, but Sister Wang chased him out. What's wrong with this guy? Every time he comes, he tries to take her job.

Zheng Leran stood there anxiously, and Xia Yichu called out to him, "Mr. Zheng, come and sit down."

"Okay, sure."

After Zheng Leran sat down, Xia Yichu poured him a glass of water before speaking.

"Mr. Zheng, what brings you to see Xu Shaoyang?"

"I want him to partner with me to invest in an entertainment company. I have many promising talents. They all have great potential and are sure to become famous."

Just as Xia Yichu expected, he was Zheng Leran, but he looked so down on his luck!

Before Xia Yichu could ask anything else, Zheng Leran continued, "I'm telling the truth. I have a guy who sings exceptionally well. If he gets the chance, he'll definitely become famous all over the country."

Xia Yichu's eyes lit up. Could it be Liang Qinian, the singer who was famous all over the country? He was with Zheng Leran right now, before Xia Yichu could even ask.

At this moment, Xu Shaoyang came downstairs still sleepy-eyed. When he saw Zheng Leran there, his face darkened.

"Zheng Leran, what brings you here again?"

"Mr. Xu, I've come to discuss business with you."

Zheng Leran quickly stood up, while Xu Shaoyang rubbed his temples and said impatiently, "I've already said I'm not interested, so stop bothering me."

Zheng Leran grew anxious and stepped forward, saying, "Boss Xu, please reconsider. These promising young talents I have are truly promising. Once they are given the opportunity, they will definitely make a fortune in the future."

Xu Shaoyang sneered: "I think you're just daydreaming."

"Xu Shaoyang, go eat first, we'll talk after you finish eating."

Xia Yichu suddenly spoke up, and Xu Shaoyang remembered that even if Zheng Leran hadn't come to the house today, he and Xia Yichu would still have gone to see him.

"Okay, Yichu, have you eaten?"

Seeing how gently Xu Shaoyang spoke to Xia Yichu, and how obedient he seemed to be to her, Zheng Leran took a serious look at Xia Yichu. What he saw excited him greatly.

Zheng Leran's eyes lit up; he thought Xia Yichu's face was simply made for the entertainment industry. However, he dared not say anything now. He would wait until he had dealt with Xu Shaoyang.

"I've eaten, you should go and eat too."

"Um"

While Xu Shaoyang was having dinner, Zheng Leran inquired about the relationship between Xia Yichu and Xu Shaoyang, seemingly casually.

"this…"

Zheng Leran didn't know how to address Xia Yichu. If she didn't call him Boss Xu by his full name, he would have thought they were siblings.

"My surname is Xia, and my given name is Yichu."

Since their surname is Xia, is it possible that the two are in a romantic relationship?

"A nice name, Miss Xia. Did you come to Hong Kong for leisure?"

"I guess so!"

"Oh, then you..."

Zheng Leran wanted to ask Xia Yichu more questions, but was interrupted by Xu Shaoyang who came over.

"Zheng Leran, why are you asking so many questions?"

Xu Shaoyang casually ate a couple of bites and walked over, still holding a loaf of bread in his hand. He had to keep a close eye on Xia Yichu, who was innocent and kind, and couldn't let Zheng Leran deceive her.

"Mr. Xu, I didn't mean anything by it, we were just chatting."

"Zheng Leran, tell me, how much investment is needed to start an entertainment company?"

Hearing Xu Shaoyang's words, Zheng Leran was overjoyed. It hadn't been easy! Xu Shaoyang had finally relented.

"Boss Xu doesn't have much capital; we only need to invest 100,000 yuan initially. We'll register the company, rent a suitable venue, and then conduct artist training and promotion. As the company develops, we can gradually increase our investment."

Xu Shaoyang frowned, and Zheng Leran continued, "Boss Xu, you own a nightclub, so I can have Liang Qinian sing there first."

Others also have their own styles; with a little packaging, they can definitely make us money.

Xu Shaoyang still didn't speak. 100,000 yuan wasn't much to him, but since Xia Yichu wanted to do it, he could give it a try.

Zheng Leran hurriedly added, "Boss Xu, look at Miss Xia. If she were to enter the entertainment industry, she would definitely become a huge star."

I can help her with her branding; with the celebrity effect, the company will definitely make a fortune.

Xia Yichu was somewhat surprised, not expecting Zheng Leran to suddenly mention her. Xu Shaoyang's expression turned somewhat ugly. He looked at Zheng Leran and said coldly, "Don't even think about making a move on Yichu."

Zheng Leran realized he might have said something wrong and quickly explained, "Boss Xu, I was just stating the facts. If you invest, we can start with some small projects and gradually build experience and reputation."

Xu Shaoyang didn't respond immediately, but instead fell into deep thought. Xia Yichu looked at him, also pondering the feasibility of this matter.

"Zheng Leran, you go back first, let me think about it some more."

Now that Xu Shaoyang had given his consent, Zheng Leran knew she couldn't rush things.

"OK"