Chapter 549 Bai Yueguang
It was nearly noon when Liu Yuqing stood by the window, her gaze occasionally drifting towards the road in front of the building.
This office has an excellent vantage point, offering a clear view of people coming and going through the main entrance of the small white building.
The appointed time was approaching, but the figure I was looking forward to still hadn't appeared in sight, and a sense of anxiety rose in my heart.
Pick up your phone and send a message: "Iron Man, have you arrived yet?"
The other party replied instantly: "Arrived! Arrived!"
As the message popped up, Liu Yuqing looked up and a figure rushed into her field of vision.
A young man wearing a white T-shirt and dark jeans, white sneakers, and a black backpack was hurrying along the path toward the small white building.
As he drew closer, his features gradually became clearer.
With strong facial features, neatly trimmed hair, and black-rimmed glasses, he exudes a scholarly air and the unpretentious simplicity of a science and engineering student.
"White T-shirt, is that you carrying the backpack?" Liu Yuqing typed rapidly.
"Yes."
"Okay, I'm out."
Liu Yuqing's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, quietly settled down. At least, at first glance, it wasn't off-putting.
"Miss, is he the person you want to meet?" Lin Xia asked curiously, glancing at him a few times. "He looks quite energetic and has a decent appearance."
Liu Yuqing smiled slightly and nodded.
The image of "Iron Man" perfectly matched her expectations of a tech-savvy man, and was even more pleasing to the eye than the image she had envisioned in her mind.
Although they had known each other online for a while, this was their first time meeting in person, and she understood the principle of "it's always good to be cautious."
Therefore, he specifically chose to meet at the Tangren Company's small white building and even informed his sister-in-law in advance.
"Assistant Lin, I'm having dinner with a friend at the restaurant next door. We'll be back before 1 a.m.
Lin Xia understood: "Miss, don't worry, the restaurant next door is Tangren's territory. Contact me anytime if you need anything."
"OK!" Liu Yuqing made a gesture, straightened her skirt, picked up her bag, and walked towards the door.
Wang Xingxing stood outside the gate of the small white building, her palms sweaty, almost unable to hold her phone. She couldn't help but glance at the pinned WeChat chat window, "Yang Liu Yiyi".
My heart was filled with both trepidation and anticipation, and countless versions of her flashed through my mind: perhaps a pretty and quiet girl, perhaps a cute girl next door...
When he finally looked up and saw that slender figure, all his imagination instantly turned pale and crumbled.
Liu Yuqing stood there, the midday sun casting a soft halo around her.
Her long, jet-black hair cascaded down her shoulders, making her skin appear even whiter.
With delicate features and light makeup, she exudes a natural and refreshing beauty.
The light beige dress perfectly accentuated her slender figure, exuding a comfortable and elegant temperament.
She saw him, smiled, her eyebrows curved like a new moon, and her clear, bright eyes shone with starlight.
She seemed to be glowing, full of energy, and brimming with the unique, youthful glow of abundant collagen.
At that moment, all was silent.
Wang Xingxing felt as if the world had been muted, leaving only the sound of her own heart pounding like a drum.
In that instant, all my definitions of "beauty" were completely embodied by the smiling girl in front of me.
From then on, the bright moon was her, the gentle breeze was her, and everything in the world had a clear direction.
"Iron Man, we finally meet." Liu Yuqing jogged a few steps, her smile bright, her tone gentle and natural.
After saying that, she looked at the person in front of her with a generous and open expression, her words filled with curiosity and teasing: "Hmm, you really do look like a typical STEM guy."
"Y-hello... Yang Liu." Wang Xingxing's throat tightened, and her ears turned bright red uncontrollably.
Seeing his nervous look, Liu Yuqing chuckled and said, "Don't be nervous. Let's get to know each other formally. My name is Liu Yuqing."
Her smile and words were like a gentle breeze, slightly dispelling his awkwardness.
Wang Xingxing tried to calm her racing heart, took a deep breath, and solemnly and clearly replied, "My name is Wang Xingxing!"
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The restaurant next to the Little White Building is elegantly decorated with a strong Tang Dynasty style, and the walls are decorated with many classic Tang Dynasty drama stills and photos of celebrities.
"Iron Man, what would you like to eat? It's on me." Liu Yuqing pushed the menu in front of Wang Xingxing with a bright smile.
Wang Xingxing subconsciously pushed the menu back, her tone somewhat hurried: "It's my treat! How can I let you spend the money?"
"You've come all this way, and I have something to trouble you with. It's only right and proper for me to treat you."
Liu Yuqing noticed Wang Xingxing's awkwardness and knew that he was probably too embarrassed to order, so she stopped refusing and beckoned to the waiter who was waiting nearby.
"...These will do, plus a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice."
She looked up from the menu and at Wang Xingxing across from her. "I didn't know what you couldn't eat, so I just ordered a few of your signature dishes. What would you like to drink?"
"Orange juice, please. I'm sorry to have troubled you." Wang Xingxing became even more reserved upon hearing the list of dishes, the prices of which far exceeded what he usually ate out with his classmates.
While waiting for the food to be served, Liu Yuqing rested her chin on her hands, her eyes sparkling, and excitedly began to talk about the main topic:
"Iron Man, what do you think of my bike-sharing startup project? Isn't it amazing?"
“Yang Liu… uh, Yu Qing,” Wang Xingxing subtly changed his form of address, trying to close the distance between them, “Scan the code to unlock, use it anytime, this model is indeed very forward-thinking.”
Receiving affirmation made Liu Yuqing smile even more happily.
But Wang Xingxing immediately changed the subject, his brows furrowing slightly, and he switched into his serious, tech-savvy mode:
"However, Yuqing, I did some in-depth research yesterday and found that there are many difficulties in the actual operation of shared bicycles."
Even if we could overcome the technical challenges discussed earlier, such as smart locks and stable network connectivity, the cost would be astronomical!
As he spoke, he pulled a notebook out of his black backpack, quickly flipped to a certain page, and placed it in front of Liu Yuqing.
The page is covered with dense penmanship and hand-drawn charts, the neat handwriting showing the writer's dedication.
"Look!" he pointed to the data above, "Bicycles are a heavy asset. The initial deployment is too small to achieve economies of scale;
However, if you want to expand rapidly, the financial pressure will be enormous. And this only covers the purchase cost.
Moving the fingertip downwards, it reads, "Subsequent operations: vehicle damage, theft, routine scheduling and maintenance, and even replacing batteries for smart locks... are all bottomless pits."
He looked up, his eyes serious, with a hint of worry for the seemingly naive girl before him:
"Yuqing, this is definitely an extremely expensive project. Without tens of millions of yuan invested in the early stages, it won't even make a ripple."
"Relax, Iron Man." Liu Yuqing glanced at the notebook, her tone relaxed, and calmly stirred the freshly poured orange juice with a straw.
"My family gave me 20 million yuan in start-up capital, which should be enough for the initial stages," the girl said casually, as if she were just saying that the weather was nice today.
"Twenty...twenty million?" Wang Xingxing was stunned, his pupils contracted slightly, and he almost thought he had misheard.
“Yes.” Liu Yuqing nodded and said casually, “Actually, the idea for this project was provided by my cousin, who gave me 20 million yuan in angel investment.”
If further assistance is needed, you can apply for the Tsinghua University Student Entrepreneurship Support Fund; the university is very supportive in this area. So, money is not a problem!
Angel round, Tsinghua University, startup support... these words, strung together, are like a series of punches, striking Wang Xingxing's heart hard.
He suddenly realized that his meticulously prepared market analysis seemed somewhat "petty" in the face of Liu Yuqing's vast capital and deep connections.
With a strong family and social network as her backing, starting a business is more like a glamorous and safe social practice that is carefully nurtured and blessed.
Wang Xingxing fell silent, her eyes dimming slightly, a sense of urgency washing over her.
The girl he likes is not only beautiful, but also lives in a world that he can hardly even touch right now.
An unprecedented sense of anxiety, resentment, and determination grew wildly within him. He had to grow up faster, faster, even faster!
He looked up, gazing absently at the smiling Liu Yuqing.
Sunlight streamed through the carved wooden window, casting soft shadows on her perfect profile, making her delicate skin seem to glow.
"So...that's how it is." Wang Xingxing tried to keep her voice calm, forcing a slightly stiff smile. "That's...really impressive."
The hand under the table quietly clenched into a fist. At the age when she was most powerless, she encountered the white moonlight she wanted to protect. It was truly helpless.
"Huh, what's this?" Liu Yuqing flipped through the notebook with great interest, her attention drawn to a chart drawn on another page.
Wang Xingxing snapped out of her daze, forcefully suppressing her turbulent emotions, and quickly explained:
"These are the costs of three bicycle solutions I calculated for you based on different positioning."
He pointed to the chart, "The basic version uses a regular bicycle with a mechanical lock, which has the lowest cost, around 300 yuan per bike."
The smart version is an upgrade to a smart lock with a built-in GPS module, which makes the vehicle controllable and locating, but the cost has also increased significantly, and it is expected to cost no less than 500 yuan per vehicle.
The best option is a custom-designed, durable model paired with a high-end smart lock that offers greater stability and longer battery life, ensuring long-term durability. However, this option can cost up to 1500 yuan or more.
"Amazing!" Liu Yu gave a thumbs up and praised repeatedly, "You produced such a detailed document in just one day!"
He then rested his chin on one hand, deep in thought, his long eyelashes trembling slightly:
"We're not considering the first basic version; it doesn't have GPS, so if the car is stolen, we won't be able to find it. As for the second and third versions..."
She hesitated for a moment, then said, "I'll think about it some more. I can ask my brother for his opinion another day."
At this point, the waiters began serving the dishes, with exquisite porcelain serving dishes that were full of color, aroma, and flavor, filling the table.
"Alright, let's not think about it anymore. Of all things, eating is the most important!" Liu Yuqing collected her thoughts, picked up her chopsticks, and her smile became relaxed and bright again.
Wang Xingxing nodded and picked up her chopsticks, but her eyes still involuntarily followed her.
Before Liu Yuqing picked up her chopsticks, she suddenly remembered something, took out her phone, and quickly sent a message to the person whose contact name was "Senior Sister's Assistant" to let them know she was safe.
Just as I was about to put my phone down, a trending topic on Weibo popped up on the top of the screen, and I clicked on it out of habit.
I couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, Boss Song is trending again!"
Upon hearing Liu Yuqing's exclamation, Wang Xingxing's heart stirred, and she subconsciously took out her phone and opened Weibo.
Sure enough, several entries related to "Song Ci" were prominently displayed at the top of the trending search list.
Upon clicking in, the screen was filled with reports and analyses of the richest man by financial news and entertainment gossip accounts.
"Song Ci... he's really amazing."
Wang Xingxing scrolled through the screen, expressing her heartfelt feelings with a complex tone that included both admiration and a sense of insignificance.
Such a person seems to exist in two different dimensions.
“I think so too!” Liu Yuqing nodded in agreement, her voice brimming with excitement. “He looks really handsome in this photo!”
Wang Xingxing keenly noticed the unusual admiration and closeness in her tone, and a strange bittersweet feeling welled up in her heart. She asked, seemingly unintentionally, "You seem to admire him a lot?"
Liu Yuqing was busy browsing more information about Song poetry and didn't even look up. She replied matter-of-factly, "Yes, I've admired him since I was a child."
"But he's already married!" As soon as the words left her mouth, Wang Xingxing regretted them, as they seemed rather inappropriate.
Liu Yuqing finally looked up from her phone screen and glanced at Wang Xingxing in surprise: "What does it matter? It doesn't stop him from being my idol."
She put down her phone, her expression turned serious, and she held up the glass of orange juice with both hands. Her eyes were clear, and her tone was sincere:
"Wang Xingxing, thank you for coming today, and thank you for your valuable feedback. I'd like to propose a toast to you."
Wang Xingxing was stunned for a moment, then hurriedly picked up her cup.
Two glasses gently clinked together in mid-air, producing a clear and melodious "ding."
This sound struck Wang Xingxing's heart.
He tilted his head back and took a big gulp of the icy orange juice. The sweet and sour taste mingled with his complex emotions as he swallowed it, settling into an even more fervent power.
On the set of "The Imperial Doctress".
After finishing her morning shoot, Liu Shishi, despite feeling a sudden wave of exhaustion, slowly walked towards the outdoor area.
Su Xiaoxiao went up to her and reported in a low voice, "Sister, Miss Biao and her friend are having dinner at the restaurant. Everything is normal. Our people are keeping an eye on them."
Upon hearing this, Liu Shishi breathed a sigh of relief. She had sent someone to keep an eye on them just in case.
Although Liu Yuqing is clever, in this world, you can only know a person's face but not their heart. As her sister-in-law, she inevitably has to put in extra effort.
Just as she was about to go to the RV to rest for a while, a wave of dizziness suddenly hit her, causing her to stagger and almost collapse.
Su Xiaoxiao reacted quickly, stepping forward to support her, her voice instantly filled with urgency: "Sister! What's wrong?"
You haven't been feeling well these past few days; you can't keep pushing yourself! You need to go to the hospital. I need to report this to General Manager Song!
Mentioning her husband, Liu Shishi felt a pang of anxiety. She was well aware of her own situation and had indeed felt some changes in her body recently.
So he stopped insisting and nodded slightly.
Seeing that Liu Shishi had finally relented, Su Xiaoxiao breathed a sigh of relief and quickly made arrangements:
"Sister, go remove your makeup and change into some comfortable clothes first. I'll have the driver drive the car to the entrance, and we'll go straight to Hengdian Hospital."
Afternoon, Hengdian Hospital.
When Cai Yinong and Liu Yuqing received the news and rushed to the hospital's VIP lounge, they saw Liu Shishi sitting on the sofa, holding a report in her hand, lost in thought.
Su Xiaoxiao, who was accompanying them, had a beaming smile on her face and her eyes were surprisingly bright.
"Shishi! What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?" Cai Yinong rushed forward, his voice quick and urgent.
Liu Yuqing also moved closer to her sister-in-law, took her arm, and asked with concern, "Sister-in-law, are you alright?"
Liu Shishi was brought back to her senses by the urgent voice. She raised her head and slowly focused her gaze on the faces of her two closest relatives and friends.
The next second, an extremely radiant smile, filled with maternal glow, bloomed on her face.
She gently handed the report to Cai Yinong, her voice trembling with a sweet, dreamlike quality as she murmured, "Sister K... Yuqing... I'm pregnant!"
(End of this chapter)
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