I am not just a tycoon

Liew Menglu was always someone who disliked being controlled, often talking back to supervisors and managers when she worked at the gym.

Luckily, her performance was good, and she was highly regarded by her boss, so nobody really knew what to do with her.

Therefore, Shen Yuan gave her a lot of freedom; she didn't have to clock in or out, nor was she managed by anyone—she reported directly to Shen Yuan whenever there was an issue.

Liew Menglu was quite satisfied with this arrangement.

Since leaving her job, her life had considerably slowed down.

Aside from daily fitness and yoga, as well as personal grooming, she only had to help Shen Yuan complete his fitness tasks.

However, as Shen Yuan's workouts changed from daily to every other day, Liew Menglu found herself even more idle.

A person accustomed to working long-term would go crazy suddenly having so much free time.

Fortunately, Shen Yuan had arranged this job for her, and it happened to be within her field of expertise.

She was now eager and ready to make a grand splash.

Just as Liew Menglu was feeling a bit excited, Shen Yuan suddenly said, "I'm going on a trip in a few days, might be gone for a week, so just message me if anything comes up."

"What?"

His words were like a bucket of cold water dousing Liew Menglu; she pouted and said, "Shen Yuan, can I come with you?"

Shen Yuan smiled, "The tour group is full, you'll have to wait for the next one."

"You joker, going on a trip without me."

Liew Menglu puffed out her cheeks, clearly displeased, "I'm not playing with you anymore."

"Childish."

"Then you better spend a whole day with me when you get back."

Liew Menglu said, tilting her chin up.

"Okay."

Shen Yuan thought to himself it was just one day, and he hadn't specified which day.

Shen Yuan had never traveled out of the province despite his family previously running an international travel agency, as he always helped Old Shen during school vacations.

It was only during his time with Zhou Wanting that he had gone on two trips, one to Zhangjiajie and another to Phoenix Ancient City.

But both of these places were in Southern Province.

This time, Chen Na suggested they visit Southern Yunnan, which was also a place he had long wished to visit.

Southern Yunnan was a major tourist province, with destinations like Cang Mountain and Lake Erhai in Licheng, Yulong Snow Mountain in Licheng, and Tiger Leaping Gorge in Xiangcheng—always popular tourist spots.

Lately, Chen Na had been planning the trip, sending Shen Yuan numerous photos of the attractions; although filtered, the scenery was still breathtaking.

The temperature in Southern Yunnan was pleasant, around 20 degrees this season, which was the most comfortable climate, especially since Star City was recently experiencing temperatures over 30 degrees.

Shen Yuan had made plans: the day after the management team-building event, he would fly out with Chen Na and Xinyu, having their private team's driver go ahead in an Alphard to meet them at the airport.

All along the way, they would enjoy the stunning natural scenery, from mountains and rivers to floral snows and romantic sunsets, from dusk to dawn...

Damn!

Why am I suddenly composing poetry!

Could it be the artistic bacteria in me are no longer suppressible?

But thinking about it, it's really something to look forward to, especially with Nana and little sister-in-law Xinyu by my side.

The only pity is missing the chance to encounter beautiful girls from all over the country~

Liew Menglu also knew that Shen Yuan's birthday was coming up in a few days; he had so many women that if he celebrated in Star City, having each one accompany him would exhaust him.

Going on a trip was indeed a good way to avoid all that hassle.

Thinking this, Shen Yuan really was cunning.

But being able to accompany Shen Yuan on a trip was almost equivalent to being treated as the main wife.

She really envied Nana~

After getting pregnant, her treatment was different.

Liew Menglu felt a twinge of envy, then added, "Shen Yuan, I've prepared a birthday gift for you."

"What gift?"

Shen Yuan thought to himself; yesterday, the class belle also said she had prepared a gift but wanted to keep it a mystery, and he had given her his home address.

Liew Menglu laughed softly, "Keeping it a mystery."

Internally, Shen Yuan grumbled it was all the same tactic, but outwardly he feigned anticipation, "Alright, then I'll wait for your surprise."

"...."

In the afternoon, there wasn't much going on, and Liew Menglu had not long departed when Zhong Yu came to the office.

"Mr. Shen, I wanted to ask if Consultant Liew has social security and housing fund contributions elsewhere; does the company need to contribute for her?" Zhong Yu asked.

"No, go ahead."

"Alright."

Just as Zhong Yu was about to leave, Shen Yuan suddenly asked, "I was looking at the report last time; all our company's employees contribute to the social security and housing fund based on the minimum basis, right?"

"Yes, that's right."

Zhong Yu replied straightforwardly.

It wasn't just Jingfu that did this; most small and medium-sized companies did the same, as it significantly saved on company costs.

For example, if an employee's monthly salary was 10,000, but they only contributed based on a basis of 2,000, they would save over a thousand a month, nearly 20,000 a year."

For a company with hundreds of employees, it could save millions a year.

"The management level is fully paid, right?" Shen Yuan asked again.

"Yes."

Zhong Yu nodded, thinking that this was also some sort of "benefit" for the management.

The irony was, while it was supposed to be paid by the company, they considered it a benefit.

Shen Yuan pondered for a while, and although the company's costs were lowered and his pockets were fuller, he felt the money wasn't very comfortably earned.

Besides, those millions could always be instantly available if he decided to use the System.

Shen Yuan paused and said, "In that case, have Director Liu from finance perform a cost calculation to see how much more the company would need to pay if all employees fully contributed."

"Um... Mr. Shen, if it's like that, not only would the company have to bear a lot, but the portion paid by the employees would also increase substantially."

Zhong Yu voiced his worries.

"It's okay, I want to see the costs first."

Shen Yuan thought to himself that the employees had no reason to disagree. The company was taking on the bulk of it, and the portion of the five insurances that the employees had to bear was actually not much.

As for the housing fund, it was all withdrawable. The extra part paid by the company would ultimately end up in the employees' pockets.

Of course, Zhong Yu's concerns were understandable. There were all sorts of people in society, some of whom only saw immediate benefits and could not see long-term interests.

"Understood, Mr. Shen."

Zhong Yu nodded, then left the office.

Shen Yuan thought that even if this were to be implemented, it should be placed after the System's profit target.

First, let's see if the 5% profit target can be met.

After resting at his desk for a while, Shen Yuan prepared to find Teacher Lih to study, but just as he opened WeChat, he suddenly received a message from Jin Kangwen.

Ever since the last time they sat at Tipsy, Shen Yuan would often receive messages from Jin Kangwen and Cherng Xian, inviting him to bars or to go out.

However, Shen Yuan had declined them all.

Jin Kangwen: "Shen Yuan, we've organized a class reunion the day after tomorrow. Many classmates will be there, including Luo Bingying. Will you come?"

The day after tomorrow was Saturday, and he had a team-building event with the company management, plus he was departing for Southern Yunnan on Sunday, so Shen Yuan replied, "Sorry, I have plans that day. You guys have fun."

Since graduating from middle school, Shen Yuan had never attended a middle school reunion and wasn't really interested.

As for Luo Bingying? What's past is past.

Jin Kangwen: "That's too bad, no worries, maybe next time."

Then, Shen Yuan sent a WeChat message to Teacher Lih: "Teacher Lih, your student needs to learn some new knowledge again. I'll come over in a bit."

Since mastering the EMBA and MHRM in Xiangjiang, Shen Yuan's learning module still had two more important aspects.

Investment management and impromptu speaking.

However, these two subjects couldn't rely on learning cards anymore, because both cards were used up.

Huh....

Shen Yuan suddenly remembered that Prestige Points could be used for drawings.

The Prestige Points accumulated at the International campus, with every 500 points allowing one draw, had now reached more than 6000, meaning he could do 12 draws.

Let's try now and see what he could draw.

Shen Yuan decided to do it immediately, summoning the system panel.

.....

At this moment, at the International campus cafeteria, Qiao Lei and Long Jinghan were sitting face to face, sipping milk tea.

"Jinghan, I've completely checked it out. That girl is called Fang Minhui, and she's the class belle of Shen Yuan's class. Though she's called class belle, in my opinion, she could even rank among the top beauties of the department or the whole school."

Qiao Lei looked listless and dispirited. "She's learned dance, you can tell she has a good figure, and her body's very flexible."

"Um... why are you investigating all this?"

Long Jinghan didn't quite understand.

"Know thyself, know thy enemy; a hundred battles, a hundred victories."

Qiao Lei puffed up her cute cheeks. "I want to figure out where she's better than us, then think of how to take her place."

"Is that necessary?"

Long Jinghan didn't have such a strong drive for success and felt that just being herself was sufficient. Plus, she was now in charge of auditing and accounting work at Shen Yuan's entrepreneurship base, and could be considered an aide in Shen Yuan's work.

"Of course it is."

Qiao Lei retorted, "Do you want to remain forever at the bottom of his food chain?"

"....."
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Long Jinghan was left speechless and choked.

Who wouldn't want to? But what could be done?

Some things can't just be replaced by saying so.

Just then, not far from where they were sitting, several first-year male students were pushing and shoving a shy guy towards Qiao Lei and Long Jinghan's direction.

"Don't be shy, don't be shy, this is such a great opportunity."

"Yeah, look, she's a sophomore and hasn't been in a relationship yet; she must be hoping for a passionate romance."

"I think you have a chance, man; you're not bad looking, and your family has some money. Those are perfect conditions for finding someone."

The shy guy still had a vibrant bouquet of roses in his hands, originally feeling bashful, but after hearing these words, he gathered a bit more courage.

He mustered up his courage, holding the roses as he walked towards Qiao Lei. "Qiao.... Qiao Lei..."

However, as he approached Qiao Lei, he became stammering again, with some words as if stuck in his throat and unable to come out.

Perhaps this was love in the student days... Being careful and timid, somewhat reluctant to speak out loud.

In college, many people liked to play this public confession game. If both sides were just one step away, the success rate was very high.

Even if it failed... at most it was just a bit embarrassing, and you could try again next time.

The cafeteria was crowded, and everyone turned their gaze towards them, knowing it was another confession. Everyone was waiting for the boy to speak up so they could start shouting "Together" "Together".

However, before the guy could say anything, Qiao Lei cut him off, interrupting his hesitant speech. "Don't bother, I'm really annoyed right now!"

"?"

"This..."

Some students waiting for a spectacle showed surprised expressions since the girl wasn't playing by the rules. You should at least let him finish his sentence.

Those who knew Qiao Lei, including some sophomores and juniors, were not surprised at all, and even gave sympathetic looks.

Qiao Lei was known to be fiery, not to mention she was also selected for the entrepreneurship base.

The freshman was too na?ve, choosing to confess to her of all people.