45: Let's take a look at Chapter 45, Mathematical Expectation.

Hengtian Group mainly deals in real estate, and the vast majority of high-end residential complexes in Chuncheng are properties of Hengtian Group.

Zhao Xiaoshuai's dream used to be to buy a house from Hengtian Group when he got married.

How would a wealthy young lady from such a big conglomerate end up playing a small mobile game like "three generals kill"?

He was really lucky this time; based on his current strength, he was still far from reaching the level required to make the acquaintance of such a big shot.

Perhaps it was because of the internet filter that invisibly elevated his status, which is why it slightly piqued the interest of this young lady.

After all, anyone who could casually top up over a hundred thousand into a game for fun had to be at least a top-tier member of the middle class.

Looking at it this way, Ling Rui's identity was definitely not simple.

Previously, he only thought that Ling Rui was a relative or daughter of his former small company's boss, but now it seemed to be far more than that.

"Are you and her very close?"

"We only met yesterday. My dad insisted that I go and get to know her, saying that she is the future of Hengtian."

"Oh? She doesn't look old, and Hengtian is no small enterprise; that woman really has something to her."

"What's so special about her! She just maintains herself well and looks noticeably young, but she's actually three years older than me, an old hag!"

"Do you even deserve to compare yourself to her?"

Zhao Xiaoshuai scoffed.

Ling Rui pouted and said indignantly:

"My family's Ling Shi is much stronger than their Hengtian, and that old hag even took the initiative to add me on Weixun yesterday."

Although one couldn't say Lingshi Group was much stronger than Hengtian, it was indeed a group with a significantly larger scale than Hengtian.

Lingshi Group was a large, comprehensive group, and Zhao Xiaoshuai's former company was just a subsidiary under Lingshi Group's internet business branch.

That explained why Ling Rui often threw her weight around in the company, and why the company's executives just let her do as she pleased.

Thinking that he had spanked a real wealthy young lady, Zhao Xiaoshuai couldn't help but feel his hands itching again.

"You did well just now; now it's reward time."

Upon hearing this, Ling Rui's face filled with joy as she reclined the driver's seat and lay down on it.

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Ling Rui was not counted among Zhao Xiaoshuai's connections, nor did he intend to obtain connections through her.

After all, having worked together for a period of time, he knew exactly what kind of person Ling Rui was.

She was an extremely self-centered person who only cared about her own feelings; her favorability did not even involve love or affection.

Don't let her current obedient appearance fool you, doing whatever he said.

She was just pleasing herself.

Once she lost interest in Zhao Xiaoshuai, or could no longer get pleasure from him, she would immediately revert to being that spoiled and willful young lady she once was.

Therefore, everything obtained from her would be a ticking time bomb.

This time, Zhao Xiaoshuai used a technique he learned online that was very painful but wouldn't cause much harm, allowing Ling Rui to be fully satisfied without being unable to drive or walk.

She was still driving in the driver's seat at this moment, but she was somewhat restless, shifting her bottom from time to time.

Following his instructions, the red Porsche stopped at the entrance of a small alley.

A few steps inside was "Red Romance," which Zhao Xiaoshuai had visited a few days ago.

"Oh my, Boss Zhao, please come in quickly."

Zhao Xiaoshuai had made an appointment with Sister Hong and gave a rough time, but he didn't expect Sister Hong to be right there to welcome him.

It was clearly the result of constant attention, and she made it just noticeable enough for the guest to perceive.

Of course, Sister Hong also wanted to see the other party's vehicle to set the tone for the upcoming discussion.

The result satisfied her greatly; it seemed her fortune was truly about to arrive.

'How come this kind of person likes to come for a foot massage? Could it be that he just likes this vibe?'

Sitting opposite each other in a private room, Sister Hong noticed that the girl with the airs of a young lady beside him was actually just standing quietly to the side, not daring to sit down.

Sister Hong was even more confused about their identities, but she remained calm on the surface.

"I wonder what exactly the investment you mentioned on the phone is, Boss Zhao?"

"Sister Hong, do you want to step back into the sunshine and do legitimate business?"

"Who wouldn't want to? But I have so many girls to support, and the competition in this industry is fierce; I have no other choice."

"I want to open an entertainment facility—a foot massage parlor, a wellness center, or a club would all work—and I'm currently lacking an experienced general manager."

"Then, Boss Zhao, what is your budget for this investment?"

Sister Hong's expression became increasingly enthusiastic as she personally poured a cup of tea for Zhao Xiaoshuai.

If possible, who wouldn't want to stand in the sunshine and work in a legitimate industry?

However, years of struggling and hustling had taught her a truth: you can only do the work that matches your social class.

Dreaming of touching things that don't belong to you will lead to a painful fall.

Unless, you meet a benefactor.

"130,000."

"Uh, Boss Zhao, isn't that a bit low?" Sister Hong's expression changed, thinking to herself if this person was joking with her.

"Per day."

"Pe—per day?"

This sudden twist caused even the experienced Sister Hong to lose her composure.

"Every day. You prepare a progress report and submit it to me. As long as I know you are working, I will transfer the money to you."

Sister Hong thought there was a chance, her heart pounding; she might have just met the benefactor of her life.

"That's only right, but may I ask, Boss Zhao, how many days exactly is this 'daily' for? There must be a limit, right?"

"No limit. If you must add one, then it depends on where your capability limit lies."

"However, we must sign a valuation adjustment mechanism agreement. If the profits don't reach the level you promised, you will have to pay the corresponding price. Do you dare to take this job? I'll give you three minutes to consider."

Sister Hong swallowed hard; she was truly stunned by this incredibly bold statement.

No limit?

In an instant, her heart was filled with grand ambitions, vaguely seeing herself opening the largest high-end club in Chuncheng.

But remembering the valuation adjustment mechanism agreement, she immediately shook her head, casting those unrealistic thoughts out of her mind.

She had self-awareness.

Whether it was connections or experience, she was far from qualified to enter the high-end club market.

"No need for three minutes, I accept this job. It's just that I'd still like to start with foot massages; I'm quite familiar with this industry, and I understand some of the ins and outs."

"I said that I wouldn't interfere with these things; I don't want to keep repeating what I've said. I hope you can demonstrate or develop sufficient and suitable capabilities."

After all, Sister Hong had weathered real storms and quickly readjusted her mindset.

"I understand, I definitely won't let you down. I have one last question."

"Why choose me?"

In fact, even after everything was settled, Sister Hong still couldn't figure out how such a huge pie had fallen onto her head.

"Just consider it a token of gratitude for looking after Yuyan for so many years."

Although Zhao Xiaoshuai mainly wanted the connections behind Sister Hong, it was undeniable that without Sister Hong's care, Xu Yuyan might have long since completely sunk and wouldn't have waited for him to keep her.

Sister Hong smiled self-deprecatingly, and her expression became much more intimate:

"Then forgive my presumption, but I have one more question—not really a doubt, but why 130,000? Does this number have any special significance?"

Zhao Xiaoshuai was silent for a moment, then said indifferently: "This is the number that best fits the mathematical expectation at the current stage."

Sister Hong was confused, but she just assumed the other party didn't want to explain clearly and stopped dwelling on it.