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

Xia Yichu couldn't stand Xu Shaoyang. He waited until Sister Wang finished making lunch before coming downstairs dressed up. How come she hadn't noticed how much he loved dressing up when they were in school?

What Xia Yichu didn't know was that Xu's father was a soldier, and when Xu Shaoyang was at home, he only allowed Xu Shaoyang to have a buzz cut. Aside from clothes, he had no hair to style.

"Sorry to keep everyone waiting."

"Boss Xu, it's alright, we don't have anything to do anyway."

Zheng Leran took a plate of food out of the kitchen and said that he and Liang Qinian were helping Sister Wang cook in the kitchen.

"Boss Xu"

Huang Cuiping called out to Xu Shaoyang in a sweet voice, then walked towards him. Xia Yichu then realized that Huang Cuiping liked Xu Shaoyang. No wonder she had been subtly inquiring about their relationship during their earlier conversation.

Xu Shaoyang nodded to her indifferently and walked directly past her toward Xia Yichu.

"Yi Chu"

Huang Cuiping's face stiffened. Xu Shaoyang hadn't treated her this way before. He would patiently listen to her and even try to make her happy.

"Come to my room with me, I have something to tell you."

When she was in Shenzhen, she remembered Xu Shaoyang telling her that Zheng Leran wanted half of the shares. She got back late yesterday and forgot to discuss the shares with Xu Shaoyang.

"it is good"

Seeing how much Xu Shaoyang listened to Xia Yichu, Huang Cuiping wanted to speak, but Zheng Leran pulled her to the kitchen to help.

"Cousin, what are you doing?"

Huang Cuiping angrily shook off Zheng Leran's hand. Although Xia Yichu said that she and Xu Shaoyang had a cooperative relationship, Huang Cuiping did not believe it.

"I'm warning you not to talk nonsense. If you ruin my company's business, we'll have to live under a bridge from now on."

Zheng Leran had long ago advised her cousin that Xu Shaoyang was not a good match. Moreover, Xu Shaoyang was rich and handsome, while she was at best pretty, and had a spoiled and willful personality; the two were not suitable for each other.

"Cousin, I...I understand."

Huang Cuiping felt wronged and angry after being yelled at by Zheng Leran, but she didn't dare to retaliate. She stomped her foot and walked out.

"Xu Shaoyang, when Zheng Leran discussed the collaboration with you, did he want half of the shares?"

"Yes, I've actually inquired about Zheng Leran. He's quite capable, and it's not like no company wants him. It's just that the conditions he sets are unacceptable to everyone."

He doesn't have a single penny, yet he wants a third of the company's shares—isn't that wishful thinking? And it's even more outrageous with me; he actually wants half the shares from me!"

Xia Yichu didn't know if Zheng Leran's shares were split 50/50 with Xu Shaoyang in her past life. However, it definitely wouldn't be the case in this life; she and Xu Shaoyang together would have to have more than Zheng Leran.

If he only has one cousin, then Huang Cuiping will be a menace in the future.

In his past life, Zheng Leran had to clean up countless messes for her. His cousin was known for her diva-like behavior, breach of contract, and bullying of newcomers. These are just some of the things that have been exposed by the media; who knows how many more have gone unreported?

"Yichu, we absolutely cannot agree to Zheng Leran's demand for half of the shares. No matter how capable he is, it's not acceptable. If we give him half of the shares, the two of us will have contributed less money than he has."

Xu Shaoyang was worried that Xia Yichu might impulsively agree to his request.

"That's what I think too. Together, we must have more shares than him, and we must have control over the company's decisions."

"Yes, if you ask me, I'd think even 20% is too much."

Xia Yichu didn't think so. Zheng Leran's abilities deserved more shares, but in any case, he couldn't surpass her and Xu Shaoyang.

"Okay, then we'll offer him 20%. If he's not willing, it can't be more than 30%."

Negotiations are a two-way street; give him 20% of the shares first, and we can add more later.

"Alright!"

Xu Shaoyang reluctantly agreed. He wouldn't have agreed if Xia Yichu hadn't insisted on starting a company with Zheng Leran.

After discussing their plan, the two left the room. The food was already laid out, and everyone was sitting around the table. Zheng Leran looked at Xu Shaoyang and Xia Yichu with anticipation in her eyes.

"Let's eat first, and we can discuss anything else after we finish eating."

Xia Yichu spoke before Xu Shaoyang could, afraid that Zheng Leran and the others would lose their appetite after she finished speaking.

"Yes, let's eat first, I'm hungry."

Xu Shaoyang said with a smug look, "Xia Yichu must be worried about him because he just woke up and is afraid he'll go hungry."

"it is good"

Zheng Leran couldn't refute it, and everyone at the dinner table seemed a bit distracted.

Huang Cuiping would steal glances at Xu Shaoyang from time to time, her eyes filled with admiration, but Xu Shaoyang's attention was entirely on Xia Yichu. The food prepared by Sister Wang was delicious, but everyone ate in silence.

Zheng Leran was preoccupied with the shareholding issue, her chopsticks idly poking at the food. Liang Qinian and Xiao Wangshu, on the other hand, kept their heads down and ate, seemingly unwilling to get involved in these matters.

Finally, everyone put down their chopsticks. Zheng Leran couldn't wait to speak: "Mr. Xu, Ms. Xia, let's talk about the company shares."

"Okay, let's go over there and talk."

Liang Qinian and Xiao Wangshu didn't go over; the two of them were helping Sister Wang clear the table. Sister Wang said they didn't need their help, so they didn't say anything and just worked.

After everyone was seated, Xia Yichu glanced at Xu Shaoyang and then said solemnly, "Mr. Zheng, we've discussed it and will give you 20% of the shares."

Zheng Leran's expression changed, and she said urgently, "That's too little. I need at least forty percent."

Xu Shaoyang sneered: "Zheng Leran, are you saying that Yi Chu and I, who paid the money, only deserve 30%, which is 10% less than you? You didn't contribute a single penny, only your labor, so this is already a very reasonable share."

Zheng Leran blushed and was about to argue again when Huang Cuiping suddenly stood up and said coquettishly, "Cousin, stop arguing, twenty percent is twenty percent."

Everyone looked at her in surprise, and Huang Cuiping sat down, blushing. Zheng Leran was stunned. This idiot, she should have known better than to bring her along.

"Boss Xu, Boss Xia, 20% is too little. It hasn't been easy for Qinian and the others to come this far with me."

The reason I asked for so many shares is because I promised them that if I ever started a company, I would give them shares.

That's why no company wants them yet; entertainment company owners aren't stupid. Aside from Zheng Leran, who has some talent, the others aren't very famous.

Liang Qinian sang on the streets and participated in singing competitions, winning second place. However, because he didn't sign with a company, his success was short-lived.

There are two other people who only acted in a few TV series as extras, one of whom was a stunt double.

"Mr. Zheng is a kind and righteous man, Shaoyang, would it be alright to give him 30% of the shares?"

"Okay, whatever you say."

Seeing Xu Shaoyang agree, Zheng Leran smiled and nodded hurriedly, "Okay, thirty percent it is. Happy to cooperate!"

He then extended his hand. Xu Shaoyang and Xia Yichu shook hands with him as well.

At this moment, Huang Cuiping said sweetly, "Boss Xu, please take good care of us in the future." Xu Shaoyang only responded indifferently.

With the shareholding agreement settled, the next step was to discuss the company's specifics. Xia Yichu and Xu Shaoyang proposed establishing strict rules and regulations, which Zheng Leran agreed to.

The group then discussed the company's development direction and operating model. Liang Qinian and Xiao Wangshu joined the discussion after clearing the table.

"It's getting late, let's call it a day. I still need to take Yichu to buy clothes."

Xu Shaoyang saw that it was almost four o'clock and interrupted Zheng Leran.

"OK"

Zheng Leran led them away with a smile, still feeling quite unsatisfied. Unlike when they arrived, the group was all smiles.