In the next few days, the agent and Xu Yajing left in disappointment, while Jiang Ran simply stayed in the guest room of the manor due to convenience considerations and Ailon's strong invitation.
Aaron is a generous customer, but he is not a hands-off boss. On the contrary, he already has an ideal tree house concept in his mind, he just needs someone to realize it.
Therefore, Jiang Ran spent a lot of time discussing the overall design of the tree house with Ailon, including the height, area, building materials, structure...
The two of them went back and forth for a long time just on the point of the height of the tree house.
Ailon hopes to build the tree house on a 40-meter-high tree. Of course, there is no problem with this, but Jiang Ran did not expect that he actually wanted to build it on the top of the tree.
After repeated communication without any results, Jiang Ran finally made a simple model, hoping that he would truly feel the drawbacks of this design, but Ailon's reaction was always unexpected.
"Oh! Miss Jiang!" Ailon exclaimed as he looked at the model. "Asking you for help was definitely the right decision. This is my dream house!"
Jiang Ran: “…”
Jiang Ran: "Okay, now let's simulate what would happen if your dream house encountered a natural disaster."
The first simulation was a rainstorm.
The wooden floor material is highly absorbent, and when it rains, the weight of the entire building will increase two to three times. However, the supporting capacity of the top of the tree trunk is limited. The tree house model did not even last ten minutes before it completely collapsed.
The second simulation is a typhoon.
The branches at the top of the trees are relatively thin and weak, and when strong winds blow, they shake even more violently than the tree house.
This time the tree house held out for ten minutes before it fell down, but the shattered state was even more horrific than during the rainstorm.
This was followed by a series of other simulated disasters.
The tree house, which has a beautiful and exquisite appearance and can overlook the entire scenery from the highest point of the manor, was not spared once. In just one hour of simulation experiment, it fell apart many times.
Jiang Ran packed up his things, looked at Ailon and asked, "Do you still insist on this design?"
Aaron kept glancing at his dream house, hesitating for a long time before finally asking sheepishly, "Can't I pay more?"
Jiang Ran: “…”
Jiang Ran: "I'm afraid it won't work."
“But we can avoid these disasters!”
Aaron insisted, "I can build two layers of protection for the manor to prevent it from being eroded by disasters! I can also hire someone to monitor the environment of the tree house in real time and take preventive measures in time if any abnormal situation occurs!"
He thought for a moment and added, "Besides, I won't live in the tree house every day. If something really happens, I can just come down. If the tree house breaks down, I can always rebuild it!"
Jiang Ran fell silent after hearing this.
Is this the rotten smell of money?
I have to say, it’s actually quite fragrant.
Jiang Ran said, "If you can do what you said, then I can consider it."
Aaron's eyes lit up: "Really?!"
"Yes, but the absolute height will inevitably lead to some restrictions." Jiang Ran thought for a moment and said, "How about this, I'll make two plans for you, one 20 meters high and one 40 meters high. You can look at the finished plans and choose one from them."
Ailon repeatedly praised it, but judging from his expression and attitude, the so-called two plans were no different from one to him. After all, the 20-meter plan was impossible to use.
However, things did not always go as planned, and Aaron did not end up living in his dream house.
The reason was not complicated. When his wife and children came back from vacation, Jiang Ran had just made a design plan. When the family voted, the 20-meter plan won with an overwhelming advantage of one vote.
This is of course easy to understand. After all, from the perspective of comfort, safety and design completeness, the 20-meter plan is much better. Only someone like Ailon who dreams of height would refuse it.
Aaron's wife was very kind: "My husband is a little childish, don't take it personally."
Jiang Ran smiled and said, "You're welcome."
Ailon stood alone and felt aggrieved.
Jiang Ran felt that he was a little miserable, and politely comforted him, "If you have any other requests, you can still ask now."
Aaron glanced at his wife furtively and asked quietly, "If I choose this set, can you add a swimming pool for me?"
Jiang Ran: "...Of course, but next time you take a bath, it's best to clear the area in advance."
The design plan has finally been finalized, which will make construction much easier.
The construction team hired by Ailon was very professional and they did exactly what he instructed. After Jiang Ran watched over them for a few days, the progress of the project soared like a rocket.
When the first autumn breeze blew, the tree house was finally completed.
There is a dense forest to the west of Ailon's manor, and the tree house is built in the middle of the forest.
The treehouse is suspended above the ground, its exterior designed like a woven bird's nest, while the swimming pool is closely connected to the main house and suspended in mid-air. The side house is built on another tree and connected by a suspension bridge made of wooden planks and ropes.
The interior of the house incorporates elements of suspended furniture and cocoon-like beds, which is very design-conscious and complements the suspended tree house.
That night, Aaron's family moved into the tree house. When they woke up the next day, they all felt refreshed and pulled Jiang Ran's sleeves to praise the tree house.
The one who disliked this plan the most at first was Ailon, but now he is also the one who praises it the most.
In Elon's own words: "Bathing in the moonlight, I feel like my soul has been revitalized!"
Jiang Ran was of course very happy that her work was recognized, but she still resigned after confirming that it was officially completed.
Ailon tried to persuade her to stay many times but to no avail, and he did not force her to stay. After transferring the promised remuneration to Jiang Ran's account, he personally sent her to the gate of the manor.
"Thank you so much this time."
"It's okay," Jiang Ran said with a smile, "This is what I should do."
Aaron then asked, "If there are similar orders in the future, would you be willing to take them? After I posted the new house yesterday, several friends came to inquire about it. If you're willing, I can give you their contact information."
Jiang Ran thought about it and said, "I don't have such plans for now."
"Okay then," Aaron said with a smile, "If you're willing to take it in the future, you can always contact me."
"Thank you very much."
The location of the manor is relatively remote. The owner of the hovercraft that Jiang Ran had arranged in advance sent a message saying that the road was a bit roundabout and asked her to wait for a few more minutes.
While waiting, Jiang Ran asked Ailon to go back first, but the other party kept looking at her hesitantly.
"Is there something you want to tell me?"
Aaron paused before saying, "Although it may not be appropriate for me to say this, your agency and agent seem..."
"Don't worry," Jiang Ran said with a smile, "I'm going to terminate the contract now."
Aaron understood immediately after thinking about it: "Then I have to congratulate you in advance."
Jiang Ran clasped his fists and said, "Thank you very much."
The termination of the contract was completed faster than expected.
Jiang Ran is now considered a minor celebrity, and coupled with the Ailon incident, his net worth is not low, so he is of some value to the company. Therefore, Jiang Ran originally thought that the termination of the contract would require some further wrangling and some bloodshed before it could be completely resolved.
However, the agent handled the matter extremely quickly. Only one hour after Jiang Ran arrived at the company, the termination contract with the seal in black and white was placed before him.
"Once you sign, you will have nothing to do with the company anymore."
Is it so easy to terminate the contract?
Jiang Ran raised his chin and said tentatively, "I've been waiting for this day for a long time."
The agent immediately started to grumble, "Some people, after becoming famous, forget their roots and become short-sighted. Sooner or later, they'll fall back down. I don't know the term 'overpraising'!"
Jiang Ran felt relieved when she heard this. This was the agent she was familiar with!
She nodded and asked in a gentle voice, "You're right. After all, I still have a dark history."
The agent scoffed, "So you knew that too! You almost got someone killed because of a last-minute script change. If the company hadn't protected you, you wouldn't be where you are today!"
"That's not entirely true."
Jiang Ran smiled and said, "I went back home a few days ago and looked around. Guess what I found?"
"Tsk—" the agent scoffed. "Don't try to keep me in suspense. I won't buy it."
"There's a scratch on the lock of my house. Someone must have tried to break in," Jiang Ran said. "At first I thought it was someone who hated me, but then I thought, after all, I live in an upscale neighborhood. How could someone break into my house so easily? My address is also strictly confidential. How could it have been exposed so easily? This matter must not be as simple as I thought."
The agent's raised brows gradually dropped, his expression becoming a little stiff. "Just say what you want to say."
"Sister Wen is a straightforward person, so I'll be frank." Jiang Ran smiled brightly. "Then I looked carefully to see what it was that was so attractive that I would rather commit the serious crime of burglary to get it."
"Hey!" Jiang Ran said, clapping his hands. "Look what I found? An interesting recording!"
"It's hidden in everyday conversation. If I hadn't looked carefully, I wouldn't have been able to find it."
"I can clearly hear your voice in there. You were the one who asked me to temporarily change my role to make room for another commercial performance... What do you think would happen if this recording got leaked?"
"…What do you want?"
"I think," Jiang Ran said, "after all, both parties are responsible, so shouldn't I be solely responsible for the liquidated damages?"
"...Give me half an hour. I need to discuss this matter. I can't make the final decision on this matter."
"Okay." Jiang Ran leaned back on the sofa. "I'll wait."
Before leaving, the agent glanced at her and couldn't help but say, "Don't be too complacent. Everything has its limits, and prosperity will eventually decline. You won't be complacent for long!"
Jiang Ran clapped his hands: "You are quite cultured. Why didn't I notice that before?"
The agent didn't reply and left the office in a rage.
Half an hour later, Jiang Ran successfully obtained the termination contract, and the penalty for breach of contract was reduced by two-thirds.
After the money was deducted from the account, there was just enough money left for her to rent a house. Jiang Ran nodded, very satisfied.
When leaving the company, he also met Xu Yajing. Jiang Ran was about to say hello to her when he saw the little girl hurriedly lowering her head and almost jogging away, as if she was avoiding a flood or a beast.
Jiang Ran scratched his head in confusion.
Is she that scary?
After leaving the company, Jiang Ran felt more and more that something was wrong.
Why was Xu Yajing so eager to distance herself from her? Was it just because she felt awkward about the Ailong family incident?
She had just become popular again and was at her most valuable moment. Why did her agent's words, implicitly and implicitly, suggest that she would soon be finished? Why was the agency willing to let her terminate her contract?
Jiang Ran frowned.
Maybe there is some information in this matter that she doesn't know.
It seems I need to ask someone with information channels.
Thinking of this, Jiang Ran took out his laptop and swiped down the contact list.
At the same time, a pink cartoon avatar suddenly popped up on the screen.
【Fu Xiaobai requests to connect for communication, do you accept? 】
Speak of the devil, and he appears. Isn't this a coincidence?
When it comes to getting news, who is more suitable than the gossip prince Fu Bo?
The author has something to say:
The tree house design in this chapter is mainly based on the Keemala Resort Hotel in Phuket, but the risk bearing simulation and other things are all made up by me Orz Don't take it too seriously
【Small Theater】
Fu Bo: The little prince of gossip? Are you talking about me?
Jiang Ran: No.
Fu Bo breathed a sigh of relief.
Jiang Ran: Childish 2D creature game fanatic, gossip guru, pink lover, this is what I’m talking about.
Fu Bo: (╯‵□′)╯︵┻━┻
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