Becoming a Billionaire after Divorce

It took a whole day to discipline the three women in the villa.

After returning to the company, Sun Dasheng issued a bizarre command: collect ancient books. As long as they were genuine, he would buy them all without exception.

「A few days later.」

Looking at the shelves packed with ancient books, a headache was forming for Sun Dasheng. It was all in vain. Not a single one had triggered a reaction from the system.

He had underestimated the book he got from Li Feng. Then again, even if genuine artifacts existed in this world, very few probably ever made it into the hands of civilians. He guessed that most of the good stuff was already with collectors. They had spent vast fortunes back in the eighties and nineties to sweep the country's treasures clean. Another portion was held by families that had been wealthy for many generations, passed down as heirlooms. However, he estimated these accounted for only a small fraction, as such items were easily lost during the chaotic wars that accompanied dynastic changes. Anything that had been preserved perfectly through the ages was bound to be exceedingly rare.

Forget it. What's meant for me will be mine; what's not is lost to fate. You can't force these things.

Having reached this understanding, Sun Dasheng canceled his bizarre order. The staff could finally breathe a sigh of relief. As the saying goes, a word from above means running your legs off below. To collect what the boss demanded, many had worked overtime and begged for favors everywhere, just to find some ancient Daoist texts. With the order rescinded, everyone felt a weight lift off their shoulders, assuming it had just been a whim of the boss.

"Alright, for those colleagues who worked overtime on this, the boss has said everyone will receive a 10,000-yuan subsidy. It will be paid out with next month's salary," the secretary announced before slowly departing.

The staff erupted in joyful smiles.

"If I'd known there was a bonus, I would've done it too!"

"Pfft! Hindsight is twenty-twenty. Remember what you said when the boss announced it was voluntary? Something about being 'voluntold' and how you wouldn't do it even if it meant quitting."

"Hehe… I'm new. I wasn't familiar with the boss's style. My bad, my bad."

"Now you get it! Our boss isn't like the others. You didn't believe us when we told you that when you first arrived. You believe us now, don't you?"

"I believe, I truly believe! A boss willing to give out cash is the best boss in the world!"

HAHAHA…

The newbie's comment made everyone laugh, but it also struck a chord. Weren't they all working for money? Forget empty promises; cold, hard cash was the most sincere reward.

「Noon break.」

「Starlight Building, Block C, 28th floor—XinXin Media.」

"President Sun, you're here! Should I notify Manager Ouyang?" the receptionist asked, having immediately recognized her incognito boss.

Sun Dasheng gave a slight wave of his hand, signaling no.

He smiled, glancing at the takeout box in her hand. "Eating takeout every day… isn't that a bit unhealthy?" No sooner had he spoken than he tapped his own forehead. "Look at me, making assumptions again."

"It's fine, President Sun. It just shows you care about us employees," the receptionist responded cleverly.

"No need to cover for me. A mistake is a mistake. But eating out all the time really isn't healthy. What do you think about the company setting up its own small cafeteria? Would it be necessary?"

At Sun Dasheng's suggestion, the receptionist's eyes lit up. "That would be the best!" she said happily. "If the company has its own cafeteria, we won't have to eat this unhealthy takeout. President Sun, you might not know this, but takeout isn't just unhealthy, it's also getting more and more expensive. Please don't assume eating out is cheap. We only get takeout because it's convenient. During the lunch rush, the nearby restaurants get so crowded we'd have to wait in line, which is a huge waste of time."

"However…"

"However what? Speak your mind. You don't have to be timid with me," Sun Dasheng encouraged.

The receptionist said sheepishly, "Well, it would be great if the food at our company cafeteria could be both delicious and affordable."

Sun Dasheng understood instantly. For working people, every penny saved counts.

He smiled. "No problem. The company will provide a dining subsidy, so the prices will definitely be cheaper than takeout. I can't guarantee the taste will be better, but the variety of dishes will certainly be richer."

"If that's really the case, then that's wonderful!"

Seeing her jubilant reaction, Sun Dasheng smiled. "Go on and eat. I'm heading in."

"Take care, President Sun!"

It seemed he would have to find time to spend more time down on the company floor. He needed to listen to the employees' thoughts and solve the little problems that seemed insignificant to him. To them, these were major issues that could affect their mood at work.

At the door to the General Manager's office, Sun Dasheng pushed his way in under the secretary's respectful gaze.

He was immediately greeted by a seductive scene. Ouyang Jiani had kicked her high heels far off to the side. With her lovely legs clad in white silk stockings propped up, she was sprawled across the spacious sofa, engrossed in her phone. She was so absorbed that she didn't even hear him enter.

Sun Dasheng quieted his steps and walked silently to her side. Leaning over, he saw her smiling goofily at a photo on her phone. Her fingers kept zooming in on a specific spot, trying to get a clearer look.

"Master, you're so handsome! How did I never notice before?"

Just as she was mumbling to herself, a familiar voice whispered right next to her ear, "Indeed. How did you never notice before?"

Startled, she yelped and flipped over to the other side of the sofa.