235: Chapter 235 Heaven and Earth

Jiang Ye smacked his lips. Although he was a bit disappointed that his plan to "poke her" had fallen through, he also felt a secret sense of relief.

He was genuinely afraid that after this series of provocations, combined with her mother's "god-tier assist," Lin Wanxing might beat him up in a fit of humiliation and rage.

Unlike Ye Cheng's soft punches, this woman was actually strong; her hits really hurt. After all, she was a Fitness Coach.

He pushed the scattered quilt aside and sat on the edge of the bed, smoothly changing the subject:

"What did your mother just say to you?"

Lin Wanxing gave a bitter smile and rubbed her temples. "What else could she say? Nothing more than calling me useless, a money-loser, and saying I don't know how to seize an opportunity. She said if I can't hold onto you, my life is over..."

She paused and looked up with some confusion. "By the way, I wanted to ask you, what's going on with Ye Cheng and Su Ning? Why are they involved in this too?"

"Wasn't it all to help you? Dealing with family like yours, relying solely on force might backfire and easily trigger their rebellious streak."

Jiang Ye spread his hands. "So I had Su Ning appear first to let them indirectly learn about my 'strength' and the 'benefits' they could get in the future. Then I had Ye Cheng show up to create a powerful 'competitor,' giving them a sense of crisis."

"This way, their focus shifted from resistance to how to profit from this 'competition' and how to help you 'consolidate your position.' They'll even start to enjoy this 'suppression' and actively compete for the potential benefits it brings."

Lin Wanxing pondered for a moment and quickly understood the logic, couldn't help but gasp.

One link after another, progressing step by step, accurately grasping her family's psychological weaknesses... This method was simply... "You... how do you know all this? Have you specialized in psychology?"

"What's so hard about it? Isn't it everywhere in life? For example, with delivery drivers, the platform lowers the unit price every year. When the drivers complain, the platform introduces a 'delivery award' that only gives bonuses after reaching a certain volume. But since the total volume is fixed, everyone starts competing fiercely for that bit of bonus. Who has the mind to unite against the platform then? Art comes from life, after all~"

Lin Wanxing: "..."

Sure enough, it was impossible to hear a single word of truth from this guy regarding the source of his "professional abilities."

Art comes from life? Who was he kidding!

She seriously suspected that this guy had spent plenty of time privately studying books like "PUA Practical Techniques" or "Mastering the Weaknesses of Human Nature."

Lin Wanxing decided not to dwell on the issue and instead turned her concern to the upcoming arrangements:

"So what do you plan to do next? What about dinner? And the itinerary for tomorrow and the day after? Do Ye Cheng and Su Ning... still have parts to play? Tell me in advance so I have some idea and can cooperate better."

"No, I absolutely cannot tell you."

Jiang Ye shook his head decisively. "What I need is your most authentic and immediate reaction. If you know in advance, the acting will be too obvious, and it won't be effective."

Lin Wanxing got a bit anxious. "Big brother, at the very least you guys should..."

Before she could finish, Jiang Ye suddenly stood up and walked slowly toward her.

"Woman..."

He leaned down slightly, supporting his hands on the sofa's armrests, trapping Lin Wanxing in a small space. A smile that was thirty percent wicked and seventy percent overbearing curved his lips, and his signature deep, gravelly voice was instantly activated:

"You only need to know that at this moment, the whole world is dancing with you. Just enjoy this feast tailored specifically for you. As for the rest..."

He drawled, staring at her with "profound" eyes. "Leave it to your man."

“!!!”

Lin Wanxing was enveloped by this sudden "overbearing ceo aura." The embarrassment and shame she had previously suppressed came flooding back all at once.

She really couldn't help it. Her right hand subconsciously clenched into a fist, her arm pulling back slightly. Just as a "Coach's Iron Fist of Justice" was about to fly out—

"Eh? Auntie? Why are you back again?"

"Huh? Mom?"

Lin Wanxing's movement froze instantly. Panicking, she thought Zhao Yumei had doubled back and caught her "violent" side. She quickly turned her head toward the door—the door was tightly shut, and no one was there!

She'd been tricked!

By the time she turned back, Jiang Ye had already jumped back to the center of the large bed, smugly raising an eyebrow:

"Sorry, sorry~ My mistake, bad eyesight. But Wanxing, if you really want to hit me to vent your anger, then come up on the bed! I've authorized it! On this bed that symbolizes 'harmony,' whether you use your hands, your feet, or your mouth, I'll take it!"

“...”

Lin Wanxing looked at that large bed, which seemed to emit an invisible magnetic field, and the incredibly flamboyant man on it. She felt her scalp tingle and a sense of helplessness wash over her.

She had to admit, she really didn't dare step onto that bed... at least not in her current state, absolutely not.

She sighed and decided not to continue this topic with this rogue. She took out her phone and tapped it a few times.

"Jiang Ye, accept the transfer."

"Hmm?"

"It's not much, but... it's a small token of my appreciation. You've really gone to a lot of trouble this time. When I get my salary next month, I'll..."

"Stop! Hold it! Talking more will only hurt our financial feelings!"

Before Lin Wanxing could finish, Jiang Ye had already leaped up from the bed like a flipping carp. He opened WeChat and indeed saw a ten-thousand-yuan transfer from her.

Confirm. Receipt!

The notification sound for the arrival of funds rang out. Jiang Ye looked at the phone screen, dazed for a moment. A very complex expression surged onto his face—a mixture of relief and excitement that said, "Oh Heavens, Oh Earth!", "I didn't pamper you for nothing!", and "This employee is alright!"

He slowly raised his head and looked at Lin Wanxing with an incredibly solemn expression:

"Lin Wanxing, welcome to the team."

"Team? Join what? Jiang Ye, you..."

Lin Wanxing's phone suddenly chimed.

She subconsciously looked down; it was a WeChat group chat invitation. The group name was strikingly—'Common Prosperity Demonstration Group'.

"A group? Four people..."

Lin Wanxing clicked on the details, and her eyelids twitched wildly again. "You three... actually started a group without me?!"