After washing his hands carefully, Tang Song sat back on the sofa, taking a deep breath. He selected the final combination in his inventory and tapped "use."
“Whoosh—”
The Enhancent Crystal dissolved into four dazzling beams of light, enveloping the selected items.
A vibrant progress bar appeared on the system interface:
【0%...10%...90%...100%】
“Ding! You have obtained the special item: 【Badge - Scholar (Aura)】.”
As the light dissipated, the inventory displayed a gleaming golden streak.
A badge of purple and gold erged, surrounded by specks of starlight, its brilliance captivating.
Tang Song quickly sat upright, his eyes flashing with excitent.
It was a badge!
And not just any badge—it ca with aura effects!
In the ga, Badges were exceptionally rare items, each imbued with powerful special abilities.
Previously, he had received the Badge - Lucky after completing Growth Plan Task ②: Company Start-Up. That badge had granted him a 24-hour luck buff, ensuring the company’s first livestream went smoothly and even skyrocketing his relationship with Wen Ruan.
Clenching his fist with excitent, Tang Song focused his thoughts to check the new badge’s details.
Badge - Scholar (Aura)
Effect: Upon equipping, the player will trigger a guided task and gain the passive skill Special Vision. Completing the task unlocks a realistic school scenario instance.
Under the influence of Tang Song's Mask, your true identity will remain concealed as you assu the persona of a "Scholar."Role switching: From President of Songi Fashion to Scholar.Gain multiple aura buffs.
Duration: Badge effect lasts for 15 days.
Hidden Attributes:
Luck 2 Aura Buffs: Learning Aura:Deepen your passion and focus for learning.Intelligence 30, Agility 10.Enhance focus, mory, comprehension, and creativity.Master knowledge swiftly and integrate it seamlessly.Buffs include photographic mory, creative inspiration, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge.Self-Discipline Aura:Maintain a regular schedule, a healthy diet, abstinence, and consistent exercise.Physical endurance and constitution will improve over ti. Notes: Ensure sufficient free ti before equipping the badge.The scenario instance contains special NPCs, hidden shops, and unique tasks....
Tang Song exhaled deeply as he finished reading the extensive description.
This was, without a doubt, the most detailed item introduction he’d ever seen.
The badge perfectly encapsulated the attributes of all four combined items, enhancing them significantly while adding the Luck 2 bonus.
According to the notes, equipping the badge would plunge him into a 15-day imrsive scenario instance. He’d need to maintain the "Scholar" persona, including a disciplined lifestyle—and abstinence.
Of course, the potential gains were astonishing.
Buffs like photographic mory, creative inspiration, and rapid knowledge absorption were already worth the effort. He could finally master English fluently, acquire in-depth knowledge of finance and economics, and broaden his skillset.
After three months of rapid transformation from an average individual to a billionaire heartthrob, he realized he needed ti to consolidate and deepen his foundations.
The badge promised to elevate his overall abilities, increasing not only his charm rating but also catalyzing a personal transformation.
However, now wasn’t the right ti to activate it.
After a quick shower, Tang Song sat at his desk and ticulously organized his upcoming schedule.
The ownership transfer of Lanfeng International Hotel was nearing completion. As the controlling shareholder, he would need to step in as executive director and liaise with the hotel’s senior managent.Due diligence for Fanfu Suzi dia was finalized, and the formal investnt agreent required his participation.Growth Plan Task ②: Structural Optimization was also nearing completion, and there were plenty of tasks to handle at Songi Fashion.
As his business empire grew, so did his responsibilities.
Tang Song realized he desperately needed a full-ti secretary or assistant to manage his schedule.
If Secretary Jin were around, she would’ve had everything arranged, with reminders sent at just the right ti.
As for Little Xue?
Tang Song couldn’t help but chuckle and shake his head. She was still too green and lacked real competence. While she was great for appearances or social situations, handling a mountain of work was clearly beyond her.
Better to let her keep growing quietly.
The next morning, after completing his daily self-discipline routine, Tang Song imrsed himself in his study.
The 20-million-yuan item in the mall filled him with renewed energy.
He began by importing the footage from yesterday’s GoPro recordings onto his computer, diving into video editing.
Cheng Qiuqiu’s aesthetic sense and composition skills were apparent; her shots were excellent, saving him considerable effort.
Setting the the and pacing, adjusting colors, selecting filters and background music...
The final cut was a polished 30-second clip, with an impressive finish.
Uploading it to Douyin, he added an eye-catching caption, popular hashtags, and hit publish.
Against the soft hues of dusk, the BMW Double-R exuded a cool and mysterious charm.
The interplay of light and shadows along the bike’s contours created an elusive visual effect, radiating allure.
Wearing the Sumr Whispers outfit, Tang Song, although helted, exuded confidence and charisma. His tall, lean figure paired perfectly with the sleek bike.
The upbeat background music enhanced the video’s vibrant rhythm, making it seamless and captivating.
Tang Song rewatched the clip several tis, smiling as he gave it a well-deserved like.
After a barbecue lunch with a beautician, Tang Song returned to his study.
He organized a comprehensive post detailing his personal transformation journey, including comparison photos of himself before and after his lifestyle changes.
Opening Little Red Book, he created a new post with the eye-catching headline:
“100 Days of Transformation: Mission Accomplished!”
The cover image juxtaposed two contrasting photos:
Before: A body softened by inactivity, with high body fat and a lackluster appearance.After: Defined muscle lines, six-pack abs, a balanced and confident posture, and clean, healthy skin.
The stark contrast between the two images was striking, emphasizing the dramatic transformation.
With everything uploaded and ready, Tang Song felt accomplished as he clicked "publish."
After finishing his Little Red Book post, Tang Song leaned back, exhaling deeply. His gaze grew slightly unfocused.
When he first started docunting his transformation, it was to leverage the power of online feedback to improve his appearance and charm from all angles.
Now, the purpose had been fulfilled.
The post wasn’t just a conclusion to his transformation series; it was also a summary of the progress he had made over the past 100 days. Each entry in the series was a testant to his growth, the changes significant yet still within a believable range.
Standing up, Tang Song stretched with satisfaction.
Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, the city skyline glimred like a living painting. Skyscrapers stood tall against the blue sky and white clouds, their sharp silhouettes etching the urban horizon.
Moved by the mont, Tang Song picked up his guitar, letting music flow as an expression of his emotions.
Later that evening, as he lay in bed, he opened Little Red Book again.
Unsurprisingly, he saw 99 unread notifications.
Opening his latest post, the stats were astonishing:
Likes: 3,699Saves: 584Comnts: 644
Scrolling to the most liked comnt, Tang Song’s lips curved into a faint smile.
momo:
“Back in April, I stumbled upon your first post and casually comnted, ‘Not even a mask can hide that double chin.’ Now, months later, the algorithm has brought you back to , and I’m utterly shocked! From ordinary to godly—you're a true heartthrob!”
Further down, a familiar ID caught his attention:
Yao Yao Ling:
“Everyone, keep your comnts in check. My boyfriend is shy, and you’re going to scare him off!”
Tang Song chuckled, replying, “My dear girlfriend, ti to sleep. You’ve got work tomorrow.”
Soon, the lights in his bedroom went dark.
With steady breathing, Tang Song drifted into a deep sleep.
July 10, 2023: A New Day
The day dawned clear, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 40°C.
At 7:30 a.m., a hearty breakfast was laid out on the table: millet pumpkin porridge, vegetarian buns, fried eggs, and a small plate of homade pickles.
Sun Youguang pulled out a chair and called to his girlfriend, who was still studying.
“Juan’er, breakfast’s ready!”
“Thanks, dear.” Li Juan walked over, giving him a hug and planting a kiss on his cheek.
Despite the humid weather—with over 70% relative humidity—the atmosphere at the breakfast table was light and happy.
Today was the 10th, payday for both of them.
Their small savings had already reached 140,000 yuan. With this month’s salary, they’d hit their 2023 goal of 150,000 yuan—a milestone they had set at the beginning of the year.
With that, they’d have enough for a down paynt on a house in their hotown.
To achieve this, they’d lived frugally. Sun Youguang even took on weekend delivery jobs until recently, when he decided to focus on preparing for the September interdiate accounting exam.
Now, with stable jobs and their goal t, they could relax a little.
After a commute involving buses and the subway, Sun Youguang arrived at the 30th floor of Yunxi Tower, where Songi Fashion was headquartered.
At 8:30 a.m., the company doors were already open.
“Morning, Brother Sun!” A cheerful female voice called out as he walked in.
“Morning, Momo,” Sun replied with a smile.
It was Zhang Mo, from the live-stream operations departnt. She was part of the K3 team, which managed the live-streaming room of their colleague He Liting.
Their cohort of new hires had grown considerably since they started. Among them, He Liting had advanced the furthest.
Now, she had her own dedicated operations team handling not only live-streams but also short videos and personal branding.
The company planned to turn her into a fresh IP, making her one of its rising stars.
As Sun made his way through the office, many colleagues greeted him warmly:
“Morning, Brother Sun!”
“Morning!”
“Good morning!”
The office buzzed with activity. Staff from administration, live-stream operations, marketing, and product selection departnts were already busy at their desks.
Sun couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride and nostalgia. Get full chapters from novᴇlfire
When the company was smaller, he’d often been the first to arrive. Now, with a growing team of nearly 80 employees—including those in logistics and warehousing—the monthly payroll alone was a hefty sum.
But the company’s revenue was impressive too.
The main live-stream room, managed by Li Qingya and her team, consistently maintained high engagent thanks to its cost-effective products and loyal audience.
anwhile, Zhao Weiwei, a newly recruited host specializing in bags and shoes, drew an average of 300 viewers per session.
And then there was He Liting, whose single-product live-streaming sessions, supported by a professional team, Dou promotions, and Qianchuan ads, had already surpassed the main live-stream room in popularity.
Standing in the clean, spacious, and warmly lit office, Sun Youguang surveyed his surroundings with pride.
As the first employee ever hired by the company, he felt a deep sense of hope for the future.
Entering the finance office, Sun tidied up his workspace, replaced the trash bag, and began his routine accounting tasks.
By 9 a.m., his supervisor Zhang Chunling and cashier Wang Xin had arrived, and the office bustled with quiet efficiency.
The newly adjusted organizational structure had streamlined roles and responsibilities, improving the company’s overall efficiency.
In the finance departnt, for instance, the three mbers—supervisor, cost accountant, and cashier—each had clearly defined tasks, enabling smooth operations.
Sun couldn’t help but admire the two company founders. The new structure had played a pivotal role in the company’s success.
At 10 a.m., a notification popped up on his computer screen:
[HR Director - Yu Qiuguo]: “Youguang, please co to the HR office.”
Heart racing, Sun quickly replied, “Got it,” and stood up.
As he walked toward the HR office, unease gnawed at him. Why would the HR director call for soone like him?
“Knock, knock, knock—”
“Co in.”
“Director Yu.” Sun entered, a hint of nervousness in his voice as he faced Yu Qiuguo.
At 35 or 36 years old, Yu Qiuguo carried herself with a refined air. Her thin fra and faint wrinkles did not detract from her sharp, bright eyes and brisk deanor. She exuded confidence and authority, a well-known expert reportedly poached by Bocai Yingrui from Yan City’s largest e-comrce firm.
“Take a seat,” she said, pulling out a chair for Sun Youguang. Sliding two contracts across the desk, she smiled. “Your performance has been excellent. General Manager Gao specifically ntioned you during last week’s eting. This is your official employnt contract—sign it, effective from July.”
For a mont, Sun was stunned, and then his face lit up with joy. “Thank you, Director Yu. Thank you, GM Gao!”
Having joined the company just over two months ago, Sun was well aware of the standard three-month probation policy. This early confirmation of his position reflected the company’s recognition of his abilities and offered the security of a stable job.
Opening the contract, he saw the details:
Position: AccountantContract Length: 3 yearsBase Salary: 5,500 yuan/monthPerformance Bonus: 1,500 yuan/month
Surprised, Sun looked up and blurted, “Director Yu, why do I have a performance bonus?”
Yu Qiuguo chuckled. “In our company, functional departnts undergo performance evaluations after probation. Since there’s an evaluation, naturally, there’s a bonus. Yours was specifically arranged by GM Gao.”
“Oh, oh! Thank you, leadership! Thank you, company!” Sun’s cheeks flushed with excitent as he signed the contract and stamped his fingerprint.
Holding his employnt contract, Sun floated back to his desk, his heart pounding and his hands trembling slightly.
The compensation at Songi Fashion was already excellent, with full benefits and allowances for als and phone bills.
With the addition of his bonus, Sun’s real monthly inco now amounted to approximately 7,400 yuan—on par with the salary of a departnt supervisor in many smaller firms in Yan City’s highly competitive job market.
Mustering his courage, Sun sent a ssage to the Vice President:
Sun Youguang: “Thank you, GM Gao, for your recognition!”
The reply ca swiftly:
GM Gao ngting: “Keep it up! Work hard to beco a certified interdiate accountant soon. Our finance departnt is expanding, and you might be promoted to supervisor in the future. 😊”
Tears of gratitude welled in Sun’s eyes.
He recalled how, in the company’s early days, everyone worked in the sa open-plan office, chatting freely with President Tang and GM Gao. Those monts now felt like a privilege.
He had once casually ntioned his September plans to take the interdiate accounting exam. To his amazent, GM Gao had rembered.
“Bzzz, bzzz—”
His phone vibrated with a ssage notification:
[China rchants Bank]: Your account ending in 5411 received 4,584.30 yuan on July 10 at 10:19.
His paycheck had arrived!
Looking at the screen, Sun was silent for a long ti before opening WeChat. He ssaged his girlfriend, Li Juan, to share the news about his promotion and raise.
He added: “Juan’er, let’s discuss whether we might be able to buy a ho in Yan City.”
At 26, Li Juan was already of marriageable age. They had long planned to wed within the next year or two.
Ti and again, Sun had seen the longing and admiration in her eyes whenever Yan City’s real estate market ca up.
With housing prices now falling and their exams approaching in September, Sun believed they had a shot. Songi Fashion was flourishing, and his leadership clearly valued him. Perhaps they could truly settle in Yan City, leaving behind their small hotown.
Choosing to join Songi had been the best decision of his life.
Beaming, Sun headed to the break room, his water cup in hand. Just as he was about to make so instant coffee, a familiar voice interrupted him.
“Brother Sun, making coffee? Let make you a real one—instant coffee isn’t great.”
Turning, Sun saw He Liting walking in. Scratching his head sheepishly, he replied, “Thanks, Lili—uh, I an, thanks, Yiyi.”
He still wasn’t used to addressing He Liting by her nickna.
Covering her mouth to laugh, He Liting teased, “Brother Sun, no need to be so formal!”
“Uh, okay!” Sun quickly placed his cup on the coffee machine.
Watching He Liting expertly operate the machine, he felt a surge of admiration.
Since gaining her own live-stream room, He Liting had transford. Standing at 165 cm, her tall, slender figure now stood out even more thanks to the outfits styled by her team. Her soft, delicate features, complented by expertly applied makeup, radiated warmth and charm.
No wonder President Tang had chosen her as an IP to nurture—her future was undoubtedly promising.
“Here you go, Brother Sun.” She handed him a latte. “I added milk to make it smooth—this is the sa one President Tang drinks.”
With that, she grabbed a blue mug and started making another cup for herself.
“Thanks, I’ll head back to work.”
“Bye-bye!”
With her latte ready, He Liting carefully added latte art before heading to the President’s Office.
“Knock, knock.”
“Co in.”
The magnetic baritone of President Tang’s voice quickened her heartbeat.
Pushing open the door, she saw him seated behind his desk.
“President Tang, I made you so coffee.”
“Oh? Thanks, Yiyi.” Tang Song smiled as he took the cup. “You’re one of our rising stars now—you don’t need to bring coffee personally.”
Their fingers brushed briefly, and He Liting’s cheeks flushed.
Standing beside him, she said softly, “The account operations weekly report is in your inbox. I wanted to give you a quick summary in person.”
Tang Song gestured to the sofa. “Take a seat, and let’s talk.”
She bit her lip, her voice sweet. “No need, I’ve been sitting for over an hour. I’d rather stand for a bit.”
As she stood there, looking down slightly at him, her heart fluttered.
With his perfectly tailored shirt slightly unbuttoned, revealing defined muscles, Tang Song’s clean-cut yet masculine appearance gave her a thrilling “boyfriend POV” experience.
Sipping his coffee, Tang Song leaned back in his chair, rotating slightly to face her.
“Well, in any case, I have to say—you look stunning today.”
The violet lace dress she wore hugged her figure beautifully, accentuating her long, smooth legs and radiating elegance.
No wonder she had been chosen as a star IP candidate—He Liting had qualities far beyond the ordinary.
Not to ntion anything else, but her legs were sowhat like Yaqian’s—both were goblet-shaped legs, though hers were more slender.
Noticing Tang Song’s gaze, He Liting shifted slightly and said, “Last week, I gained 13,000 new followers. The video thes focused on outfit showcases and sharing, as well as product reviews. Among them, the most effective one was…”
As He Liting explained, Tang Song’s expression turned thoughtful.
Overall, her growth rate was quite impressive for a live-streaming e-comrce anchor.
However, if they wanted to truly establish her as an IP, she was still missing sothing.
It would either require ti and reputation to build up, or a breakthrough mont to rapidly boost the recognition of the "He Yiyi" account.
Since this related to the Second Phase Growth Plan Task, Tang Song naturally didn’t want to wait too long.
If necessary, he could always pour more money into collaborating with Light and Shadow dia to aggressively promote her.
That said, IP success often involves an elent of chance.
Success wasn’t guaranteed.
If it were as simple as throwing money at the problem, capital would have flooded the market with influencers long ago. There wouldn’t have been so many cases of influencers and companies dragging each other down in mutual losses.
“President Tang, I’ve finished my report.” He Liting closed her mouth and secretly admired Tang Song’s looks.
Tang Song raised his head, about to speak, when suddenly—
Swish!
The system interface unfurled before him, with lines of text flashing across the screen:
[July 10, 2023]
Through your efforts, you have designed and improved a new organizational structure aligned with the company’s goals and strategies. Departnts have been restructured, functions optimized, and permissions redistributed...
Under your guidance, Songi Fashion has achieved trendous growth and progress, establishing a strong foundation to support the company’s future core business and strategic developnt.
You have completed Plan Task ①: Perfect the Structure.
You have unlocked the achievent "Company Expander."
You have received a special item: "Enterprise Opportunity Card."
Enterprise Opportunity Card:
Upon use, Songi Fashion will encounter a special opportunity event to accelerate company growth.
Note 1: A formal employee must be chosen to trigger the opportunity event.
Note 2: The opportunity event will occur with plausible reasoning and require so waiting ti.
Tang Song’s spirits soared as a radiant and confident smile spread across his face. Standing up, he lightly patted He Liting on the shoulder.
“Yiyi, you’ve done an excellent job. Keep it up.”
It looked like the chance to create an IP breakthrough had finally arrived!
“Thank you for your recognition, President Tang.” He Liting trembled slightly, hurriedly lowering her head, her cheeks flushed and warm.
Godfather, are you trying to charm on purpose? Who could resist this!
Entering the system warehouse, Tang Song saw a glowing red card quietly waiting there.
Leaning against the edge of his desk, he selected the Enterprise Opportunity Card and activated it imdiately.
The screen shifted as the system processed the input. Five employee portraits appeared, each representing a formally contracted staff mber.
Below each portrait was a brief annotation:
Vice President - Gao ngting: Enterprise Loyalty: 100Anchor - He Liting: Enterprise Loyalty: 99Cost Accountant - Sun Youguang: Enterprise Loyalty: 99Operations Supervisor - Liu Renjie: Enterprise Loyalty: 75Anchor - Li Qingya: Enterprise Loyalty: 70
Note: Employees with an Enterprise Loyalty score exceeding 50 can be selected to activate the Enterprise Opportunity Card.
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