Chapter 562 I want to enroll in a class

Afternoon, Jingyuan Private Residence.

As Liu Shishi stepped into the entryway, a warm and cozy atmosphere greeted her, a sense of home's security and comfort.

The housekeeper, Sister Li, dressed in a dark uniform, led several maids and cooks to wait quietly to the side. When the mistress entered, they all bowed slightly in unison.

"Madam, welcome back."

Liu Shishi asked with a smile, "Sister Li, is everything alright at home?"

His gaze swept casually across the crowd, pausing briefly on a few unfamiliar faces behind Sister Li, before he asked, "Who are they?"

Sister Li understood and gestured to the two ladies standing slightly in front of her.

One of the younger, more capable-looking women spoke first: "Madam, hello, I'm Xiao Jiang, a senior nutritionist."

From now on, I will be responsible for creating meal plans based on your nutritional needs and taste preferences at different stages of pregnancy and postpartum.

As soon as she finished speaking, another middle-aged woman next to her chimed in: "Madam, my surname is Sun. I am an expert in prenatal and postpartum meals. I will be working with Chef Jiang to take care of your meals."

Upon hearing this, Liu Shishi nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

Ms. Li continued, "Madam, this is Dr. Li. She is a renowned obstetrics expert and your personal health consultant."

Dr. Li will provide full support throughout the entire process, from prenatal check-up arrangements and report interpretation to prenatal health monitoring.

"Dr. Jiang is a pediatric expert. After the baby boy or girl is born, Dr. Jiang will be in charge of health assessments, vaccinations, and other related matters."

"And this is Sister Chen, a maternal and infant care consultant. She used to be the head nurse of the obstetrics department in a top-tier hospital and has a wealth of experience in maternal and infant care."

After the introductions were finished, Sister Li raised her voice slightly: "Gentlemen, this is our mistress!"

The three of them dared not be negligent and discreetly observed this famous top female star and the wife of the richest man.

Despite her pregnancy, she still possessed a beautiful and radiant appearance, with a gentle and graceful demeanor. They respectfully greeted her in unison, "Mrs. Song."

Liu Shishi spoke gently, with a warmth that made one feel as if bathed in a spring breeze: "I'll be troubling the three of you from now on."

"You're too kind. It's just my duty."

"Don't worry, madam, we will do our best."

After the introduction, Sister Li continued, "Madam, as instructed by the master, everyone in the house is learning maternal and infant care knowledge from Dr. Li and the others."

Your return today is a good opportunity for everyone to meet and get to know each other.

In addition, there are postpartum rehabilitation team therapists, body shaping specialists, and infant care specialists, all of whom belong to the exclusive care team and have signed confidentiality agreements.

The others are not on duty today; we will arrange for them to formally meet you another day.

Liu Shishi nodded, a hint of weariness on her face. "My luggage is still in the car. I'll go get it and unpack it. I'm a little tired, so I'll go upstairs and rest for a while."

"Everyone, disperse and go about your business," Sister Li instructed.

After everyone had left, he stepped forward, gently took the lady of the house's arm, leaned closer, and whispered:

"Madam, the master specifically instructed that although he selected these people, the criteria for hiring them also depend on whether you feel comfortable and compatible with them."

If you don't get along with anyone, or if anyone makes you feel uncomfortable, you can replace them at any time.

Liu Shishi smiled. Her husband's thoughtful gestures warmed her heart, making her feel incredibly comforted.

Holding onto the stair railing, I slowly walked up to the second floor, feeling a slight bounce and roughness under my feet, unlike the usual hardwood texture.

Looking down, I noticed that all the stair treads in the house were covered with soft, non-slip carpets.

Seeing this, Sister Li immediately explained, "Madam, the master is so thoughtful; he gave the instructions long ago."

High-quality anti-slip mats were laid not only on the stairs, but also in wet and slippery areas such as the bathroom and kitchen.

Safety handrails are also installed next to the toilet and inside the shower room to prevent you from slipping and to make it easier for you to move around.

Listening to Sister Li's narration and imagining Song Ci's meticulous instructions on these matters, Liu Shishi's heart was touched to the softest spot.

With such a husband, I feel incredibly at ease and happy.

After entering the bedroom, I was indeed feeling quite tired after a morning flight.

Just as I was about to change my clothes and take a short rest, my eyes were drawn to a few books that had appeared on the bedside table.

Curious, I walked over, picked up a book and flipped through it. I discovered that it was a collection of classic children's fairy tales such as "The Little Prince" and "Andersen's Fairy Tales". The pages were brand new, but it seemed that someone had already read it.

This was clearly a prenatal education book that her husband had carefully prepared for her and for their unborn child.

An indescribable feeling of emotion welled up in her heart, making Liu Shishi's eyes slightly hot and sore.

Her fingertips gently traced the smooth pages of the book cover as she murmured, "Yi-yi, you're already... preparing to be a good father, aren't you? You're so wonderful..."

Her voice was soft and gentle, with a strong nasal tone.

At this moment, an enchanting scene involuntarily surfaced in her mind:

Under the warm yellow light, Song Ci spoke softly, telling her about the wonderful world of fairy tales to her pregnant belly;

As the sun sets, the two stroll hand in hand along the flower-lined paths of the garden.

Or you can snuggle up in your home theater, watch a classic old movie, and enjoy a romantic dinner without being disturbed.

Alternatively, you could visit a quiet art museum to appreciate the paintings or attend a private, small concert.

They can even paint or make pottery together, enjoying quiet and artistic moments...

...

After an unknown amount of time, Liu Shishi's eyelashes fluttered slightly, and she slowly woke up from her peaceful sleep.

After taking a high-quality afternoon nap, I felt refreshed and all my fatigue disappeared.

She glanced out the window and exclaimed with delight, "Honey, you're back!"

The bedroom curtains were half-drawn, and Song Ci stood quietly by the window, gazing up at the magnificent sunset.

The orange-red afterglow outlined a hazy halo around his tall figure, as if isolating him from the hustle and bustle of the world.

Hearing the soft, cheerful voice, Song Ci snapped out of her reverie and sat down by the bedside: "Awake? Did you sleep well?"

Liu Shishi sat up straight, stretched out her arms, and said in a coquettish tone, "Mr. Song, give me a hug."

Song Ci chuckled softly, his voice full of doting affection, as he pulled his beloved wife into his arms. Instantly, he was enveloped in her warm, soft fragrance, her sweet scent lingering around his nose.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Liu Shishi hugged her husband tightly, closed her eyes, and greedily inhaled the familiar scent that brought her immense peace and tranquility—the scent unique to Song Dynasty poetry.

The couple embraced quietly, neither speaking, letting the warmth of the setting sun stream through the window and bathe them in a moment of peace and tenderness.

After a while, Song Ci gently kissed Liu Shishi's forehead: "Alright, let's go downstairs for dinner."

"Mmm." Liu Shishi snuggled against him, like a lazy cat.

Song Ci looked her over carefully for a few moments, her brows furrowing slightly: "Why do I feel... you seem to have lost some weight again?"

"No, no! My weight has been stable at around 90 pounds. I've been paying close attention to my food intake lately, really!" Liu Shishi denied it outright and quickly clarified, afraid that her husband would worry.

Song Ci reached out and gently squeezed his wife's arm, which seemed even more slender, and said, "It's good that there's nothing there."

Now you're eating for two, so you need to make sure you get enough nutrition. You can't keep dieting like you used to to maintain your figure.

"Okay, Mr. Song!" Liu Shishi wrinkled her nose playfully. "Don't worry, I'll eat more for the baby. Let's go eat."

Inside the restaurant, a dozen or so exquisite plates and dishes were laid out on the table.

The dishes are a fusion of Chinese and Western styles, with enticing colors and irresistible aromas that make one's mouth water.

The lady of the house returned home today, and Chef Jiang, who is in charge of cooking, and the new chef Sun each showed off their skills and expertise.

Sister Li stood to the side and served Liu Shishi a small bowl of soup:

"Madam, you must be tired from your journey and have a poor appetite. This is a stewed partridge with hawthorn and dried tangerine peel specially made for you by Chef Sun. It's very good for stimulating your appetite and strengthening your spleen. Please try it."

Liu Shishi picked up the white porcelain spoon, scooped up a small spoonful and put it in her mouth. The slightly sour and fresh taste melted on her taste buds, and her appetite was indeed whetted.

Nodding in satisfaction, he said, "Hmm, the acidity is just right, it's very refreshing, and it's really good."

Seeing that the hostess was pleased, Sister Li's smile deepened. After serving soup and arranging dishes for the host, she tactfully left the restaurant.

While enjoying the delicious food, Liu Shishi chatted with her husband: "Yiyi, I'm planning to enroll in Tsinghua EMBA program to further my studies."

Song Ci raised an eyebrow slightly, somewhat surprised: "Why did you suddenly have this idea? The most important thing for you right now is to focus on your pregnancy."

"It gets boring staying home to rest during pregnancy for a long time, so I need to find something meaningful to do. I've looked into it, and the CEO training program only requires four days of intensive classes each month, so it doesn't take up too much time."

I own and operate several businesses, so learning management skills will always be useful.

Also, I'm about to acquire Asia Television, which is essentially a completely new entrepreneurial venture. Taking a course beforehand to brush up on my business knowledge can't be a bad thing!

After listening to his wife's explanation, Song Ci smiled noncommittally: "It's a good idea. However, Shishi, what's taught in EMBA classes is mostly framework-based theoretical knowledge."

Starting a business requires both wisdom and courage.

Knowledge can be acquired through diligence, but wisdom is often accumulated through continuous practice, trial and error, experience, and reflection.

Taking a course might help build connections; these days, business schools are all small circles.

After listening to her husband's analysis, Liu Shishi hesitated.

She is introverted by nature, slow to warm up, and not good at socializing with strangers.

If, as Song Ci suggests, the "small circle" culture is indeed the case, it might not be a good choice for her.

Seeing his wife holding the bowl, looking troubled and thoughtful, Song Ci chuckled and softened her tone: "It wouldn't hurt to experience it."

"Just think of it as a change of scenery, a chance to relax, and meet some new friends. The registration fee of a few hundred thousand yuan will be earned back in three minutes."

Liu Shishi was taken aback by her husband's unexpected "Versailles" remark.

He secretly wondered to himself, is this skill of "unintentionally showing off wealth" an innate instinct of all internet tycoons?

I remember my husband used to be confident, but he wasn't like this. How come he's become so skilled in the last two years, and he does this every now and then?

She mentally calculated that her husband's wealth increased by about 200 billion last year, and this year it would probably be even more.

On average, that's nearly 550 million a day, over 20 million an hour, and 380,000 a minute! Three minutes is definitely enough for her to attend this top-tier CEO class.

With that thought, Liu Shishi felt relieved and waved her hand with a flourish:

"Okay! I'll go try it out. If I feel it's not very useful or I don't fit in with the atmosphere, I'll quit and come back!"

"Try this, Kobe beef. Chef Jiang has a good grasp of the cooking time."

As Song Ci spoke, she picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of tender and juicy veal, and placed it in Liu Shishi's bowl.

He then steered the conversation back to the topic, saying, "As the ancients said, 'What you learn from books is never enough.' If you really want to improve your management skills, you need to gain experience in a company for a period of time."

Liu Shishi's eyes sparkled, and she smiled charmingly, saying, "Then... Chairman Song, how about I take a temporary position at Tengda Group and gain some experience as a senior executive?"

Song Ci chuckled and shook her head: "Tengda Technology has very comprehensive rules and regulations, and its processes are very streamlined. Your presence here wouldn't be of much use. You could try Pinduoduo instead."

When Pinduoduo was mentioned, Liu Shishi suddenly remembered that she was a director of the company!

He quickly asked, "As a director, do I need to attend board meetings regularly?"

"Well, apart from special meetings involving major strategic decisions, the board of directors meets once a quarter to review quarterly results."

Song Ci paused for a moment, then offered some advice, “Actually, attending Pinduoduo’s board meeting would be a great learning opportunity for you.”

You can clearly perceive just how fast an internet company can grow with the help of capital!

How fast can it be?

"If everything goes smoothly and the performance meets expectations, three years is enough time for it to go to Wall Street and complete its IPO."

Liu Shishi was both surprised and delighted, her beautiful eyes widening: "Yiyi, are you saying that Pinduoduo has such great potential? It can go public in three years?"

"Then...does that mean I'm about to become a shareholder of a listed company?"

She was overwhelmed with emotion.

Although I have invested in many companies before, such as Pop Mart and miHoYo, they were all small-scale operations.

In her vast asset portfolio, there is almost no decent company that she can show off or that would make it into the mainstream financial news.

Song Ci's words conveyed his expectation: "It is still very possible for Pinduoduo's market value to exceed 100 billion US dollars in the future."

"A market value of hundreds of billions of dollars?!" Liu Shishi was truly shocked this time, her face filled with disbelief.

"My God... does that mean my 20% stake is worth $20 billion?!"

Looking at her adorable, stunned expression, Song Ci couldn't help but smile and gently flicked the tip of her nose: "Silly girl, does pregnancy really affect intelligence?"

During the listing process, you need to continuously introduce investment, and your equity will be gradually diluted in each round of financing.

When Pinduoduo goes public, you'll probably only have about half of your shares left.

“That’s still a hundred billion US dollars!” Liu Shishi was still beaming with joy, her eyes shining like they were filled with stars. “Converted to Chinese yuan, that’s a huge number of over six hundred billion!”

Hmm... I hope my other investments will perform better, and with a little effort, bring it up to a total of 100 billion! Let me finally experience what it's like to sit on the throne of the richest woman!

As she spoke, she couldn't help but laugh, a mix of anticipation and amusement.

"There will always be opportunities, take it slow." Song Ci's tone was calm, carrying a sense of composure and strategic planning.

"By the way, honey," Liu Shishi's expression changed, her face revealing a strong gossip-like look, "that... did Sun Tongyu, Jin Chen, and Li Chengyuan still keep in touch?"

Upon hearing this, Song Ci glared at his wife with annoyance: "Do you think I'm so idle that I would care about other people's private lives?"

Liu Shishi chuckled, "Isn't it because I think Mr. Song is incredibly resourceful and well-informed, knowing everything from macroeconomics to... well, what's rumored in the streets!"

Song Ci snorted: "Unless I send someone to investigate, who would know the exact details of such a private matter?"

Do you think I'm one of those 'omniscient' netizens online? Do I know all the secrets of wealthy families and celebrity privacy, as if I were there as a spectator?

Liu Shishi pursed her lips: "A lot of netizens are indeed making things up. Some of the stories are spread so convincingly, as if they saw it with their own eyes, it's unbelievable."

"Most netizens love to watch for entertainment and pursue topicality and dramatic conflict; the truth is not that important."

Song Ci commented casually after dinner, "The lotus flowers in the garden pond have mostly bloomed these past few days."

The scenery is best in the late afternoon. Let's go for a walk later, admire the flowers, and also take a stroll to digest our food.

"Okay! Sure!" Liu Shishi nodded immediately, her eyes full of anticipation.

A summer evening breeze, accompanied by the chirping of cicadas, and lotus flowers swaying gracefully in the pond—she, him, and him, a family of three—just imagining it feels incredibly beautiful.

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