"cheers."
Ah Huang also interrupted, "Brothers, Chen Dong and I have obtained the agency quota. We can finally go it alone!"
Chen Dong couldn't contain his excitement as he gushed on, "Ah Huang and I have been looking forward to this opportunity for a long time. Now we can finally work hard for ourselves and become our own bosses! But we still need Brother Ping to help us find an affordable office space."
Zhang Ping asked with concern, "Finding a house isn't a problem. Do you have enough funds as an agent?"
Chen Dong answered confidently, "There are advantages to having internal employees serve as agents. The fees are much lower than with outsiders. Ah Huang and I share a position, and we have enough savings. However, the initial expenses are higher, so Ah Huang and I each asked for some money from our families to start our own business. Right now, our top priority is finding an office space. We'll hire a small number of employees, starting with three. I'll go into the market first, and Ah Huang will be in charge of training the new hires. That's the plan for now. We'll learn as we go, and move forward by trial and error."
After hearing this, Zhang Ping patted Chen Dong on the shoulder and said, "Brother, if you don't have enough money, just come to me. I have money here. I made a lot of money as a broker this year."
"Your words are enough. We will borrow from you again if we don't have enough money." Chen Dong looked at Zhang Ping gratefully.
Hearing the words of the brothers, Wang Yitong felt happy for them. She raised her glass and said sincerely: "Brothers, I toast to everyone. I wish you all a bright future and smooth career. Seeing that you all have your own goals to strive for, I also want to learn from you and work hard to make money."
"Come on, cheers! Keep eating!" Everyone responded, clinking their glasses and downing them in one gulp. A cheerful atmosphere permeated the table, and everyone's face was filled with anticipation and confidence for the future.
After dinner, Chen Dong said to the others, "I'll take Yitong back to the community. It'll be safer this way."
Afterwards, Chen Dong accompanied Wang Yitong downstairs. Fortunately, the residential complex was not far away, and it only took about ten minutes to walk.
The two walked side by side. Chen Dong looked at the confident Wang Yitong beside him. He had a thousand words in his heart, but he didn't know how to express them: "Yitong, how are you doing recently? I, I will work hard to make money..."
Wang Yitong interrupted Chen Dong and said firmly: "Senior brother, I'm fine now. Although you are a nice person, you are not my type. Seeing your career getting better and better, I am really happy for you." She knew that if she didn't make her words clear, Chen Dong would still care about her as before, which would make her feel burdened.
Chen Dong's heart sank instantly. He really liked Wang Yitong so much that he didn't even know how to face her in the future. He suppressed the pain and forced a smile, "Yitong, who made you so outstanding? Even though you don't like me, it doesn't affect my liking you. This is my own business. Don't worry, I won't cause you any trouble. I will always be by your side."
Wang Yitong was touched and helpless after hearing what Chen Dong said. She knew Chen Dong was a good man, but feelings couldn't be forced. She was silent for a moment, then said softly, "Brother, thank you for your love. In fact, I have always regarded you as a brother. I hope we can always maintain our friendship."
Chen Dong nodded. Although he felt sad, he still respected Wang Yitong's idea. He walked with Wang Yitong silently. They didn't speak along the way. Only the sound of their footsteps echoed in the quiet street.
When they reached the gate of the community, Wang Yitong stopped, turned around and said to Chen Dong, "Brother, I'm here. Thank you for taking me back. You should go back early too. Be careful on the road."
Chen Dong looked at Wang Yitong and forced a smile. "Okay, Yitong, go in. Call me if you need anything."
Wang Yitong nodded and walked into the community. Chen Dong stood there, watching her back disappear from his sight, his heart filled with loss and helplessness. He stood there for a long time without leaving. His mood was very complicated, with loss, reluctance, and blessings for Wang Yitong. Finally, he took a deep breath, slowly turned around, and left with heavy steps. He knew that this relationship might only end here, but he still hoped that Wang Yitong could be happy.
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