Fudan University started its summer break at the beginning of August. As soon as the counselor said the word "break", the whole class looked on with joy.

"Wuhu, my freshman year is finally over."

"Our holidays start later than many high school students."

"There's no way around it, this project is just too difficult."

"After I get home, I need to sleep for two days and two nights, and no one is allowed to wake me up."

“... ..."

Fudan University is one of the top five universities in China, gathering many outstanding talents from all over the country. The academic intensity is extremely high, so the holiday starts a little later.

As Zhou Qiong left the classroom with her classmates, Lu Linhong took a deep breath: "This is the breath of freedom!"

She asked, "By the way, Qiongqiong, what are your plans for the holiday? Travel? Take a break?"

Zhou Qiong shook her head: "I found a part-time job, and I'm going for an interview later."

"Aren't you tired?" Lu Linhong blinked.

"It's alright." Zhou Qiong smiled. "What are your plans for summer vacation?"

Lu Linhong stretched: "I'll rest for a few days first, then go home to see my parents. I'll also look for part-time jobs. Next semester I'll be a sophomore, and I'll need to pay tuition, so I need to earn money."

Lu Linhong's parents favored sons over daughters and made an agreement with her that Lu Linhong would have to earn half of her tuition and living expenses, and save the money to buy a house for her younger brother who had dropped out of school.

Zhou Qiong nodded, then hesitated for a moment: "You can come to me if you don't have money."

“I know without you saying it.” Lu Linhong put her arm around Zhou Qiong’s shoulder. “After all, you’re a rich woman, how could I forget you? But you have to trust me, trust the value of a Fudan degree, I can make money.”

Lu Linhong did not want to ask Zhou Qiong for help. She knew that Zhou Qiong's brother was wealthy, but she also knew that Zhou Qiong rarely spent Chu Fang's money. Her daily expenses were earned by her part-time jobs, and she was not as rich as she imagined.

The two chatted for a while before parting ways.

Zhou Qiong tugged at her backpack and then headed to the company for the interview.

Upon arriving at the company for the interview, Zhou Qiong greeted the receptionist with, "Hello."

Seeing the receptionist typing furiously, she didn't disturb her and stood by, waiting for the receptionist to finish her work.

"Xiaoli, someone's coming, you entertain them..." Three minutes later, a casually dressed young man walked in, chewing gum and looking quite flamboyant.

Upon seeing Zhou Qiong, the flamboyant young man changed the subject: "No need for you to entertain me, I'll take care of it."

Then he greeted Zhou Qiong with a smile: "Hello."

Zhou Qiong nodded: "Hello, I'm here to apply for an internship."

"Intern? I know where they interview. Come with me."

Thank you.

Zhou Qiong then followed the flamboyant man into the company, where he asked as they walked, "My name is Hong Yu, what's yours?"

"Zhou Qiong".

"Suddenly I wandered into this spring palace, breaking off a jade branch to continue my jade pendant. Symbolizing a yearning for beauty, a good name."

Zhou Qiong remained silent.

Actually, the character '琼' in her name sounds like '穷' (poor).

When she was born, her parents were poor, and they argued constantly, each blaming the other. In the end, they named her 'Qiong'.

Upon arriving at the conference room, Hong Yu pointed inside, and Zhou Qiong thanked him before going in.

There were already many interviewees inside, and the meeting room was exceptionally quiet.

Hong Yu stood outside, glancing at Zhou Qiong in the conference room and then at the outside. When he saw three people walking in side by side, he immediately stepped forward and said, "Uncles, please wait a moment."

"What are your orders, Young Master Hong?" the three asked.

"One of the interns interviewing today is my friend. Could you please help me hire her?"

Upon hearing this, the three nodded: "No problem."

Hong Yu is the future successor of this company, so the three of them naturally agreed to this small matter.

"My friend's name is Zhou Qiong."

The three nodded and then entered the conference room.

When the interviewer entered, everyone in the conference room looked serious, including Zhou Qiong.

The interview then began. After a series of questions and answers, Zhou Qiong was not satisfied with her interview. She could answer the professional questions, but when it came to interpersonal relationships, she seemed much more clumsy compared to the other interviewees.

Fortunately, she breathed a sigh of relief when she heard the interviewer call out the list of accepted candidates and her name was on it.

"You'll be at work on time tomorrow."

"OK."

After the interview, the applicant left.

"How is it? How is it?" Hong Yu asked as he entered the conference room.

"It's done."

"Yay!" Hong Yu jumped up. "Uncles, I'll treat you to dinner another day."

Seeing Hong Yu leave happily, the three interviewers said:

"I bet a hundred that girl isn't Hong Shao's friend."

"I bet two hundred that Young Master Hong is interested in that girl."

"I bet three hundred that our young master Hong won't be able to win that girl's heart."

The two men in front exchanged glances, their eyes filled with disbelief. The third man said, "Don't be skeptical. That girl has an extraordinary air about her, unlike any ordinary person. She answered questions with composure. Even without Young Master Hong's help, I would still have to hire her today."

After saying that, he asked, "Are you two going to bet?"

"No gambling!" The two shook their heads.

... ...

Zhou Qiong was in a good mood after the successful interview and strolled home leisurely.

Back at Zhonghai Mingyuan, security guard Brother Liu said with a smile, "Miss Zhou seems to be in a very good mood today?"

"I found a job," Zhou Qiong replied, pursing her lips.

Zhou Qiong did many jobs, such as waitress, worker, and milk tea mixologist, all of which were easy to get hired without much effort.

The job she's applying for today is closely related to her major, and it's a very challenging job, which excites her.

"That's something to celebrate," said security guard Brother Liu.

After saying goodbye to Brother Liu, Zhou Qiong entered the residential area and returned home.

The house was empty, with only traces of various snacks and clothes scattered around.

Zhou Qiong cleaned the house until the sun was setting, then went into the kitchen and made a simple bowl of noodles.

She ate noodles while browsing her WeChat Moments. After finishing her meal, she washed the dishes and chopsticks, then read a book for a while before going to bed.

She was all alone in the huge house.

Since Chu Yi decided to get involved in music, she has been very busy learning various musical knowledge and rarely goes home.

... ...

The next day, Zhou Qiong got up, washed up quickly, and then went to the company.

"Phew..." Stepping out of the subway, she took a deep breath. "Shanghai is really something else."

The subway was packed with people, making it hard for her to breathe.

I bought breakfast downstairs, then went into the company, where I received a very simple company training session.

After the interns finished their training, they were assigned to various internship positions.

"Hey, do you remember me?" Hong Yu sat down next to her, craning his neck.

"Remember."

Hong Yu said with a smile, "Yesterday I brought you into the company, and today we're 'neighbors.' Don't you think we're destined to be together?"

Zhou Qiong didn't know how to answer, so she smiled politely.

Hong Yu then took every opportunity to talk to Zhou Qiong, telling all sorts of jokes, but he didn't make Zhou Qiong laugh; instead, he made the intern next to him laugh.

Hong Yu was speechless: "They didn't laugh when they should have, but they laughed when they shouldn't have."

“How about I just reveal my identity and say that the boss of this company is my dad, to show off my domineering aura?” Hong Yu thought, but quickly shook his head, “No, no, that would seem stupid.”

"Moreover, I don't lack women; what I lack are women who don't want my money."

"Sigh, the world is so hard these days. Why are women so scheming? Why is it so hard for me to find a simple, innocent woman?"

As the sun set, it was time to close the office. Zhou Qiong packed her personal belongings and left the company.

Hong Yu walked alongside her, saying, "Zhou Qiong, where do you live? I'll give you a ride."

"Thank you, but no need, I'll take the subway," Zhou Qiong replied.

She has a car that Chu Fang bought, but she rarely drives it. In Shanghai, transportation is convenient, and the subway is faster and more comfortable than driving.

Suddenly, she received a message from Chu Yi, inviting her to dinner that evening, and then her pretty face blossomed into a smile.

"Wow, so innocent..." Hong Yu, standing nearby, was smitten. "Mom, I'm in love. Goodbye, Mom, I'm setting sail tonight..."

As Zhou Qiong walked out of the building, she turned around and said, "I'm waiting for someone. You go ahead."

"It's okay, I'll stay with you." Hong Yu waved his hand.

Zhou Qiong: "... ..."

... ...