The moment Qiu Yingying received the "Shi Mei You Pin" business license, she stared at it intently. This was a new starting point for her career and the direction for her future life.

Sitting on the sofa in the spacious apartment, the first number she dialed was Meng Yanchen's. Her voice was brimming with undisguised joy, like a little girl who had just received her favorite candy and couldn't wait to share it with her friends: "Meng Yanchen, my company is officially registered! It's called 'Shimei Youpin,' and from now on I'm the real Boss Qiu!"

A deep, warm laugh came from the other end of the phone, tinged with just the right amount of doting and satisfaction: "Congratulations, my boss Qiu. I knew you would succeed. I've been waiting for this day ever since you submitted your resignation."

He is now the head of Guokun Group, holding a business empire. He has been deeply involved in the management field for many years and has witnessed the entire process of a company growing from its inception to its current size. However, he is particularly concerned about Qiu Yingying's growth path.

Qiu Yingying felt a sweet warmth in her heart and couldn't help but ramble on about the current situation: "We're just getting started, and the supply chain is only in the initial stages of integration. Although we have enough savings to support it, I'm really not sure about managing the company."

However, she has already started a new chapter in learning management through the learning system. Although she has never been a boss, she has been an employee. She knows what employees like. She believes that as long as the salary is right, the employees will work hard to make the company better, because that's how she is. She secretly decided that weekends off are a must, the salary is generous, overtime is not allowed, the benefits must be sufficient, and she must go home with a full pocket for the New Year.

She never intended to rely on Meng Yanchen's resources; she just occasionally wanted to share her confusion about starting a business with him and see if he had any advice that could help her avoid detours.

Meng Yanchen immediately grasped her core concern and said in a calm and confident tone, "Yingying, I'd like to recommend a few supply chain and brand resources for you. I know some leading manufacturers and beauty brands that you can use as a reference. But more important is company management, which is the foundation for long-term development. I'll pick you up tonight and give you some management advice, and you can also rest and relax."

"No need, you're busy enough already," Qiu Yingying quickly declined. "I want to try it myself first, and if I really can't handle it, then I'll ask you for help."

Meng Yanchen chuckled softly, his voice almost overflowing with tenderness: "Yingying, I'm your boyfriend, your business is my business."

Letting you venture out on your own is a way of respecting your ambition, but management requires methods. I'll share the hardships I encountered along the way so you can avoid many detours.

His words carried an undeniable gentleness, leaving Qiu Yingying no choice but to agree.

Half an hour later, a black Bentley pulled up smoothly in front of Qiu Yingying's apartment building. Meng Yanchen drove the car himself, the window rolled down, revealing his sharply defined profile.

Qiu Yingying had already changed into a light dress, grabbed her small bag, and ran downstairs with a smile. She opened the car door and got into the passenger seat. As soon as she fastened her seatbelt, Meng Yanchen handed her a cup of warm milk tea, her favorite low-sugar pearl milk tea: "I bought this on the way, just to tide you over."

"How did you know I didn't eat dinner?" Qiu Yingying took the straw with surprise, poked it in and took a sip, the sweetness spreading from her throat to her heart.

"Just guessing." Meng Yanchen glanced at her, his eyes full of laughter. "When you're busy preparing for a company event, you don't have time to eat properly. Remember to eat on time no matter how busy you are in the future, or I'll have to supervise you personally."

The car smoothly drove into the villa. Qiu Yingying leaned back in her seat and chatted casually with Meng Yanchen, the conversation gradually turning to company management.

Forty minutes later, the car stopped in front of a modern detached villa. Meng Yanchen got out first, walked around to the passenger side to open the door for her, took the bag from her hand, and naturally took her hand: "Let's go in. The list and management plan are in the study."

This time, we visited Meng Yanchen's villa. The interior decoration of the villa is simple and elegant, exuding understated luxury.

Meng Yanchen led her to the living room, poured her a glass of warm water, and then took out a neatly organized folder from his briefcase. Inside were not only a list of supply chain and brand resources, but also a thick stack of management advice documents.

"You've just started your business, and your team is small, so you don't need to create complicated hierarchies, but you need to establish a core management framework." Meng Yanchen sat next to her, opened the document, and explained to her one by one, "First of all, the division of job responsibilities. As the founder, you need to focus on core decisions and content direction. The assistant is responsible for administration and communication, and the operations team focuses on traffic and conversion. Avoid one person doing multiple jobs, which can lead to inefficiency."

Secondly, there is the assessment mechanism. In the initial stage, simple KPIs can be set, such as content output and cooperation achievement rate, which can both ensure efficiency and motivate enthusiasm.

There's also the matter of financial control. Even if you have sufficient funds, you should set up a separate company account, keep detailed records of income and expenditure, and avoid blurring the lines between public and private funds. You must hire a professional accountant to manage it.

Finally, there are contingency plans, such as those for supply chain disruptions or public relations crises. Having contingency plans in advance will prevent you from being caught off guard.

He spoke clearly and logically, combining Guo Kun's management experience to transform complex theories into easy-to-understand practical methods, and every point hit Qiu Yingying's blind spots.

Qiu Yingying listened very attentively, nodding from time to time. When she encountered something she didn't understand, Meng Yanchen would always use industry examples she was familiar with to explain it, making her instantly enlightened.

"I never knew management was so complex," Qiu Yingying exclaimed sincerely. "I was only focused on making good content before, and I never thought about these things. If no one had reminded me, I might have run into problems one day."

"Starting a business is a process of constantly making up for shortcomings." Meng Yanchen raised his hand and ruffled her hair, his eyes full of admiration. "You have execution ability, a fan base, and once you build up the management framework, the company will develop very quickly."

If the team grows later, I can help you introduce you to professional managers, so you only need to focus on the content areas you are good at.

Qiu Yingying looked up at him, a warm feeling welling up inside her: "Yanchen baby, thank you. You always give me the most practical help when I need it, without making me feel like I'm depending on you."

"I want you to fly higher, but I also want you to fly more steadily." Meng Yanchen held her hand, his palm warm and dry, his gaze deep and focused. "No matter what happens, you can tell me immediately. I will always be your most steadfast partner."

The two chatted for a long time, from the company's organizational structure to team culture building. Meng Yanchen also shared several management cases of startups with her, which benefited her greatly.

Before they knew it, it was getting dark. Meng Yanchen suggested, "Let's go relax by the pool."

Qiu Yingying nodded and followed him to the outdoor swimming pool in the backyard of the villa.

The pool was surrounded by green trees and dotted with warm yellow lights. They had stayed here before, and Qiu Yingying's clothes were here. She was wearing a pink swimsuit, looking both innocent and sexy.

After changing into her swimsuit, Qiu Yingying tidied her hair a little shyly.

With a slender waist, subtly visible abs, and long, straight legs, her swimsuit accentuated her curves, making her radiant and captivating.

She looked up and saw Meng Yanchen standing by the pool. He was wearing black swim trunks, and his proportions—broad shoulders and a narrow waist—were perfect. Water droplets slid down his smooth neck, carrying a fatal attraction.

Qiu Yingying's cheeks flushed slightly, and she couldn't help but look away. Meng Yanchen, however, made no attempt to hide his admiration, his gaze fixed on her with a burning tenderness: "Ready?"

He stepped into the pool first, the warm water washing over his waist and abdomen, outlining his smooth muscle lines.

Qiu Yingying took a deep breath and followed suit into the water. The moment the warm water enveloped her body, the fatigue of the past few days vanished instantly, and she felt completely relaxed.

The two swam side by side for several laps. Meng Yanchen's swimming style was standard and elegant, his strokes powerful, and the splashes of water he made were rhythmic.

Qiu Yingying's swimming style was agile and light, like a free fish, moving freely in the water. Occasionally when they swam together, Meng Yanchen would casually brush away the strands of hair that were blocking her eyes, his fingertips inadvertently brushing her cheek, leaving a slightly cool touch.

After swimming for half an hour, the two rested by the pool. Water droplets dripped down Qiu Yingying's long hair, slid past her collarbone, and fell into the water, creating ripples. Meng Yanchen turned his head to look at her.

"Are you tired?" he asked softly, his voice sounding particularly deep and ambiguous in the night.

Qiu Yingying shook her head and looked up at him. Under the light, his features were exceptionally clear, and the love in his eyes was undisguised.

Her heart warmed, and she reached out to wrap her arms around his neck, taking the initiative to lean closer. Meng Yanchen naturally put his arm around her waist, his palm against her slender waistline, feeling her warm skin.

Qiu Yingying tiptoed, pressing herself tightly against his body in the water, feeling his firm chest and strong heartbeat. Meng Yanchen deepened the kiss, tightening his arms and holding her tightly in his embrace, as if trying to meld her into his very bones. The buoyancy of the water made their contact even more intimate, the touch of their skin moist and ambiguous, the air filled with a sweet, cloying scent.

They kissed for a long time before slowly separating, their foreheads touching, their breaths mingling. Qiu Yingying's cheeks were flushed, her eyes were hazy, but a sweet smile lingered on her lips. Meng Yanchen looked down at her, his fingertips gently tracing the corner of her lips, his voice husky and tender: "Yingying, seeing you achieve your goals step by step, I'm truly happy for you."

"With you here, I feel more confident. We'll grow together." Qiu Yingying nestled in his arms, listening to his strong heartbeat, feeling a sense of security.

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