Chapter Seventy-Four Entering the First Floor

  The next evening, Zhao Heng led Song Qingguan and Qiao Yuncai into the first floor. Zhao Heng had been to this magnificent place before, so he was calm and not surprised at all. Song Qingguan had been in Huahai for many years and had naturally entered such a luxurious place before, so she didn't have much praise either.

  Only Qiao Baozi was like Liu Laolao entering the Grand View Garden, staring at the women and buildings on the first floor without stopping, occasionally even softly exclaiming in front of a few famous paintings, and even stroking the white jade handrail. If it weren't for Zhao Heng being present, who seemed to appreciate the tall woman more than usual, she would have given Baozi a few disdainful glances.

  "Alas! The king is deeply sunk in the mire!"

  Qiao Pangzi patted the marble pillar and shouted out an ancient phrase in an exaggerated manner, Zhao Heng almost kicked him flying, fortunately they soon arrived at Ye Shifu's waiting room, pushed open the door and went in, just seeing Ye Shifu wearing shorts and a shirt sitting in front of the tatami mat, his fingers fluttering like butterflies as he poured tea into several cups.

  "Hello bosses, have you arrived?"

  Yeshi smiled sideways, and the whole room was filled with fragrance.

  "Wow! Beautiful woman!"

  Qiao Yuncai became excited on the spot, almost rushing to sign up, fortunately being pulled back by Zhao Heng just in time, Ye Shifu glanced at him with a hint of unrecognizable playfulness: "Is this Mr. Qiao? Welcome, welcome, Miss Ye Shifu."

  "Is it Ye Shi Shi who has captivated the city and the country?"

  Qiao Yuncai's face lit up with a look of sudden realization, as if only this name suited the woman. He then sat down on a cushion with his legs crossed, and said with a smile: "Miss Ye is indeed famous for a reason, worthy of being called the number one beauty of Huahai. No wonder Brother Heng can't forget you."

  Zhao Heng shouted: "Fatty, what nonsense are you talking about?"

  As they sat down on the tatami, the three of them had already gotten used to sitting in chairs and found this Oriental-style seating a bit uncomfortable. However, they still sat down across from each other. Ye Shifu waved his hand for someone to leave, while fiddling with his teacup and smiling lightly: "Oh? Zhao Heng is still thinking about me? Tell me, how are you still thinking about me?"

  Ye Shisheng, who had seen many sweet words on the social scene, didn't show any shyness. Instead, she looked at Qiao Baozi with interest and asked softly, seemingly enjoying the young man's embarrassment and helplessness. As she pushed the three cups of tea in front of them, she also waited for Qiao Baozi to respond. Her beautiful eyes were as clear as autumn water, and people couldn't help but admire her.

  Zhao Heng smiled wryly: "Miss Ye, don't believe what that fatty says."

  Qiao Yuncai took a piece of raw fish and dipped it in wasabi, eating it with big mouthfuls. Only then did he smile and reply: "He said that Miss Ye is the number one beauty of Huahai, whether it's her looks or talent, she's top-notch, and her ability to know when to advance and retreat is also admirable, but most importantly, Miss Ye's gentleness..."

  Fatso spat out two words: "Like water!"

  "Is he really praising me like this?"

  Ye Shishu glanced at Zhao Heng, who had a hint of surprise on his face. This fat guy was indeed not simple, Ye Shishu hadn't discussed much with him this morning, so how did he manage to say what was on his mind? Moreover, these words of praise were almost without exaggeration, and "talent and beauty combined, gentle as water" was indeed a perfect description of Ye Shishu.

  Song Qingguan could tell that Pangzi was trying to curry favor with Ye Shifu, so he took the tea and chimed in: "That's right, Brother Heng always praises Miss Ye for being talented and beautiful, unmatched by anyone. He even said that last night was the most sound sleep he'd ever had."

  The charming woman's hand paused as she handed over the tea and suddenly said:

  "Did he say that he was intimate with me yesterday morning?"

  "Plop!"

  Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingquan both spat out their tea in unison, shouting loudly in their hearts:

  You beast! Not only did you get Du Ziyuan, but also Ye Shishi. How can there be such a big difference between people?

  Zhao Heng's eyes widened as he stared at the woman with charming eyes, Ye Shishi smiled and approached him:

  "Zhao Heng, will you deny it?"

  Zhao Heng's face suddenly turned awkward, not knowing how to explain to the two of them. From their expressions, it was clear that no matter how he explained, he would be suspected of having an affair with Ye Xiaoxin. He let out a light sigh and poured the scalding hot tea into his mouth: "Miss Ye, time is precious, shall we get to tonight's main topic?"

  Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan widened their eyes: No direct response, that means something is going on?

  As the two were admiring Zhao's infinite charm, Ye Shishi was already smiling brightly at them with a soft voice, throwing out a sentence: "The three of you, taking over the Song Group is no problem, 1 billion yuan is also no problem, it's just that the first floor doesn't have so much circulating funds, I can only take out 10 million."

  "Ten million?"

  Song Qing's expression changed slightly: "The numbers are too far apart?"

  Ten billion, ten million, one percent.

  Zhao Heng didn't say a word, he knew that Ye Shifu wasn't the kind of person to take advantage of someone in trouble, so he was sure she had more to say. Qiao Baozi didn't react at all and continued eating the delicious food on the first floor with his head down. Then they heard Ye Shifu laugh: "That's right, the amount is too far apart, but I can make up for it with other things."

  "What thing?" Zhao Heng asked, looking at the full cup of tea.

  "Two-tenths of the shares in the First Building."

  Song Qingguan was shocked again, almost falling to the ground. Even Qiao Baozi raised his head, his face full of surprise as he ate his rice ball, clearly not expecting Ye Shizhi to make this proposal. He quickly swallowed the rice ball and sat up straight: "Miss Ye, you're really bold! This pastry is a bit too big, isn't it?"

  The fat man fiddled with his chubby fingers, and the deep eyes gradually lost their smile: "The first floor has eleven luxurious branches in Huahai, and there are forty more in various parts of China. The investment cost of each branch is not less than 100 million, and the average annual profit of each store is about 200 million."

  Qiao Pangzi's expression turned calm again, his fingers calculating the profit of the first building: "That is to say, the first building makes at least 800 million yuan per year. Even if we subtract hidden costs and calculate it as 600 million yuan in profit, that's a 20% return, which is more than what you'd get from putting your money in the bank. We'll truly have no worries about food and clothing."

  "Qiao classmate, indeed is talented."

  Ye Shishishi smiled faintly: "Even the data of our first floor can be estimated."

  "Heh heh, when I came in, I took a look at the decoration of the first floor."

  Qiao Pangzi swallowed the rice ball and patted his own chest: "Whether it's a chandelier or a railing, even a carpet, they're all top-notch goods. I happen to have some research on these things, so from the layout, you can infer the scale of investment in the venue, and thinking about the cost recovery period, you can naturally calculate the profit of the first floor."

  Song Qingyu also sighed and said, "In seven or eight years, or even earlier, it will be possible to recover the investment. It's really a big deal."

  Talent.

  Ye Shishi smiled, her smile losing two points of charm and gaining a hint of warmth and approval: "The First Building has always liked talented people. If you're willing to invest in the First Building, you can bring out your talents. I'm sure that within a few years, the First Building will flourish because of its three shareholders."

  "Your cost, I believe it will be in your hands within five years."

  She smiled slightly and looked at Zhao Heng: "Zhao Heng, isn't this suggestion good? Moreover, we are in a cooperative relationship, not a gun-and-holding-gun relationship. You can leave with your money whenever you get tired of it. Most importantly, with the first floor as cover, you will face much less pressure from Qingbang."

  Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan didn't say a word, they just cast their eyes on Zhao Heng. Both of them were clear that Ye Shifu's generosity was not for them, but for their boss, Zhao Heng. Zhao Heng also knew that Ye Shifu wanted him to join the First Building, so he would smash out the shares of the First Building and benefit himself.

  Ye Shishi's eyes were very sincere, Zhao Heng could see her sincerity, he understood that if he agreed to the 1 billion shares swap, it would mean that he and Diyi Lou would be tied together, but this seemed to have no bad consequences, anyway, he came to Huahai to conquer the world, having Diyi Lou as a stepping stone was a good opportunity for him to rise.

  Most importantly, he and Ye Shishi are equal, both being gun holders.

  Thinking of this, he looked at Qiao Yuncai and Song Qingguan: "What's your meaning?"

  Qiao Yuncai spread his hands: "I like places with beautiful women, so I have no problem."

  Song Qing smiled and said: "Boss, I'll listen to you!"

  Zhao Heng let out a long sigh, raised his teacup and took a sip: "Miss Ye, it's a deal!"

  "But I want to check the account of the first floor now, I want to understand it earlier..."

  Ye Shishishy smiled lightly: "One of our own, of course there's no problem!" She snapped her fingers and Yan Ruyu quickly appeared, with an absolutely respectful expression on her face. Ye Shishi slightly tilted her head, indicating that she should take Ge Yuncai to do something. Zhao Heng also waved his hand: "Yuncai, you go with Qingguan to check the accounts."

  Qiao Pangzi put a fresh shrimp in his mouth, then wiped his fingers with a paper towel, and laughed as he left with Song Qingguan. Ye Shishish looked at his back and smiled slightly: "This kid is very good at calculating like a wealthy old man from Hua Xi Tu, Zhao Heng, I didn't expect you to have such a capable subordinate."

  "That's my brother."

  "Zhao Heng, I want to ask you something."

  Ye Shishi stretched out her long legs, a pair of delicate feet with clean toes placed on Zhao Heng's leg. They looked snow-white and boneless, the slope of her calf rising to lead people into the abyss of desire. Before he could move away, she lightly laughed and asked: "Am I not pretty? Why can't I tempt you?"

  "I like beautiful women, but it doesn't mean I like any particular beautiful woman."

  Zhao Heng didn't have much emotional ups and downs, not even looking at the jade feet on his legs: "It's because you're too beautiful and charming, so I've always been on guard against you. The most beautiful poppy often blooms with the most poisonous flowers. How can Miss Ye be so carefree? Wouldn't the first floor have been taken over by Qing Bang?"

  A beautiful woman's body is forever the most advantageous weapon for conquering the world.

  "Your free-spirited appearance, your clean heart, Miss Ye, are you tired?"

  Looking at Zhao Heng's calm face, Ye Shisheng's eyes had a hint of clarity.

  Everyone in the whole city treated her as a slut who could be bullied at will, but unexpectedly Zhao Heng was able to see through to her deep inner soul.

  Ye Shishi suddenly felt melancholy and sentimental, and raised the cup of tea to drink it all in one gulp.

  She's a bit drunk! She fell into Zhao Heng's arms! She murmured: "Hug me!"

  At this moment, Zhao Heng felt her loneliness.