A stagnant pool of water

“Mr. Chen,” Xi Yunru said, her face flushed, “You’re joking.”

“Cough, cough… Yes, yes. Just a joke, ha ha ha…”

After dinner, Chen Xiao parted ways with Xi Yunru at the restaurant entrance.

Chen Xiao felt like he was about to explode if he continued to spend time with her.

He had wanted to go to the gym to vent, but then he thought, the gyms in this damn place aren’t proper gyms.

It might even make him feel worse.

Although he could get satisfaction by spending a little money.

But he didn't know if these guys, who had been in the business for a long time, were safe.

What if his wonderful life could only be enjoyed for ten years? Wouldn’t that be a huge loss?

He went back, took a shower, turned on the TV, and found a classic old movie.

Chen Xiao didn't know when, but he vaguely fell asleep.

The next morning, he went to the gym to run.

Because only at this time was the gym the quietest and purest.

After a good sweat, Su Tang also arrived.

She held a warm water cup in her hand, watching Chen Xiao sweat profusely on the treadmill, her eyes full of admiration.

Her boss was not only young and rich, but also handsome and suave, with such a good physique.

No wonder so many top-notch beauties threw themselves at him; who wouldn't be moved by that?

What she didn't know was that Chen Xiao originally didn't have such great charm.

However, his already good foundation, with the blessing of money, made him appear exceptionally brilliant.

“Hoo~~~”

Chen Xiao let out a long breath, adjusting the treadmill speed to a slow walk.

Su Tang immediately handed him a towel, and Chen Xiao slowly walked while wiping his sweat.

“Later, help me open two more accounts.”

“Yes, Boss.”

The accounts Chen Xiao referred to were stock trading accounts; an individual could open a maximum of three.

The reason he didn't set up a company and open accounts in the company's name was because the tax rate on company account profits was very high.

After washing up at the Hotel and changing into the new clothes Su Tang brought, Chen Xiao finally sat in the back seat of the E300.

About ten minutes later, Chen Xiao arrived at the office.

Wang Peng and Xiao Xu had already arrived, and there were also two cleaners in the office, as well as a beautiful woman who looked about twenty-seven or twenty-eight and seemed a bit mature.

Su Tang explained, “Oh, taking advantage of the free time on the weekend, I scouted three new employees. Since they’re not for important positions, I just directly hired them. Would you like to see their resumes?”

Chen Xiao shook his head, “You did very well. I don’t need to see them. Just keep doing it this way in the future.”

“Okay.”

“That tea and snack master… is a single mother. I saw that she has a gentle personality and is good-looking, so…”

“Cough, cough.”

Chen Xiao felt a bit awkward. Why did this girl specifically mention her looks?

“Uh, what? Get ready to start work.”

“Okay.”

…

The Haishan Fisheries stock Chen Xiao bought was at 15.7, and today’s opening price was also this price.

He calculated that with a maximum increase of 6.69%, the stock price would rise to 16.49.

“Our work today is to keep a close eye on the market. Once Haishan Fisheries’ stock price reaches around 16 yuan, clear out all holdings like crazy. Absolutely do not let the stock price exceed 16 yuan.”

Wang Peng and Xiao Xu were stunned. This stock hadn't moved much for a year. Could it really rise today?

Although they had doubts, they didn't voice them.

“Yes, Boss.”

…

Wang Peng and Xiao Xu nervously stared at the stagnant stock price, feeling a little doubtful in their hearts.

Would this thing really rise?

An hour later—

Wang Peng and Xiao Xu rubbed their sore eyes and looked at Chen Xiao with questioning expressions.

“Cough, cough…” Chen Xiao was a bit embarrassed, “Don’t rush, stay calm, it will definitely rise.”

At the same time, he grumbled inwardly, “Damn it, why isn’t the good news out yet?”

“Boss, colleagues, please have some fruit.”

The bright and gentle woman came in with a fruit platter, placing one in front of each person.

Chen Xiao was slightly taken aback; her voice, like her personality, was gentle as water.

“Thank you, Sister Wen…”

Wang Peng and Xiao Xu said.

“You’re welcome, you all are busy.”

After saying that, she nodded slightly towards Chen Xiao and then exited the trading office.

The few of them ate fruit while waiting for market fluctuations. Xiao Xu kept refreshing news about Haishan Fisheries.

However, throughout the morning, it only rose by a few tenths of a percentage point, which was normal fluctuation, and the trading volume was pitifully small.

Chen Xiao was speechless, “Everyone, let’s eat. After eating, take a break. It will definitely rise this afternoon!”

After speaking, he returned to his office.

Chen Xiao’s desk and boss chair were the first office supplies Su Tang purchased.

With pure solid wood carving craftsmanship combined with top-tier lacquer art, this set of desk and chair cost over fifty thousand yuan, looking extremely high-end and grand.

Chen Xiao was very satisfied, but his mood wasn't great.

Although he knew it would definitely rise in the afternoon, it felt like he had been played for a fool after boasting in the morning.

He lay on the comfortable boss chair, his legs propped on the edge of the desk, a cigarette in his mouth unlit.

Su Tang knocked and entered, and seeing Chen Xiao’s appearance, she gently smiled, took out a lighter, and lit it in front of Chen Xiao’s cigarette.

Chen Xiao took the opportunity to light it and took a deep drag.

Su Tang had already placed an ashtray beside him.

Then she walked behind him and gently massaged Chen Xiao’s head with both hands.

“Was the morning’s trading not smooth?”

Chen Xiao said, “It wasn’t exactly not smooth, but it was a bit beyond expectations.”

“Stock market changes are unpredictable. For you to be able to do this is already very impressive.”

“It’s alright. Is lunch all arranged?”

“Yes, Dong Xuewen ordered food for everyone, but she said it would be great if the company had a kitchen, as her cooking is better than what’s made outside.”

“Oh?” Chen Xiao was a bit surprised, but cooking wasn't allowed in the office building. “Let’s just eat like this for now, we can discuss it later. Get a portion for me too.”

“Okay.”

After a simple lunch, Chen Xiao sat in his office, looking through the floor-to-ceiling windows at the boats coming and going on the Changteng River outside.

With the air conditioning blowing, the sun shining, and beautiful scenery, Chen Xiao adjusted his boss chair into a recliner and slowly fell asleep.

It wasn't until one o’clock in the afternoon that Su Tang gently woke him up.

“Boss, the afternoon trading session is about to open.”

Chen Xiao stretched, “Okay.”

“Oh, by the way, your accounts have been opened.”

Chen Xiao was surprised, “That fast?”

“Yes, I contacted an acquaintance through a classmate, so it was done quickly.”

“Hmm, very good. Let’s go to the trading office.”

Of the three accounts, Wang Peng and Xiao Xu each had one, and Su Tang logged into the other, placing it in front of Chen Xiao.

This would make future trading much more efficient.

At half past one in the afternoon, even though Su Tang had great confidence in Chen Xiao, she couldn't help but look at him from time to time.

Chen Xiao was speechless, “Is this the rhythm where it only surges at the last minute?”

“Okay, Wang Peng, Xiao Xu, put half of your positions up for sale at 16.3.”