This time, Anxin didn’t have to endure a long silence before the bespectacled man behind her spoke.

“Young lady, you’ve got courage and insight. What’s your name?”

Anxin’s earlier words had showcased all her strengths and abilities, and the man had to admit he was impressed. Regardless of the era, boldness was always a valued trait.

Those in power especially admired individuals who possessed not only capability but also the knack for seizing opportunities. Clearly, Anxin fit this mold.

Hearing his question, Anxin quietly exhaled in relief. Internally, she celebrated her success, but outwardly, she maintained a professional demeanor.

“Sir, you can call me Anxin. May I know how to address you? I look forward to working with you in the future. Please guide me.”

Her confidence was well-placed. The moment he asked for her name, she knew the deal was 99% closed. The remaining 1% was merely a matter of negotiating and signing the contract.

The bespectacled man chuckled, his tone lightening.

“Anxin, is it? You’re quite bold for someone so young. My name is Su Yipeng. You can call me Brother Su.”

He hadn’t even finalized the deal, yet this young woman was already talking about future collaborations. It showed she had foresight and confidence. Su Yipeng appreciated people who exuded such self-assurance, especially when it was backed by ability. Compared to his assistant, Xiao Liu, this girl was far superior in both capability and boldness.

Recognizing the shift in his tone, Anxin knew the deal was nearly done. Without wasting time, she added, “Brother Su, shall we say the transportation rights for this batch of goods are settled, then?”

Inwardly, she cheered at the thought of the significant earnings coming her way. As she drove, it felt like a pile of money was already on its way to her.

“Alright, Anxin. This shipment is yours to transport. But let me make one thing clear: since you promised to deliver the entire batch to the train station within ten days, you must do so without fail. Otherwise…”

Su Yipeng trailed off, leaving the consequences unsaid, but the warning was evident.

Anxin understood immediately. If she wanted the lucrative transportation fee, she’d have to meet the set standards. This world belonged to the strong, and those who wished to succeed had to play by the rules.

She responded without hesitation, “Don’t worry, Brother Su. If I fail to meet the ten-day deadline, I’ll accept whatever penalties are outlined in the contract. Let’s draft one now to formalize everything.”

Su Yipeng, pleased with her quick understanding and readiness, nodded.

“Good. In that case, Anxin, there’s no time like the present. Our office is on Riverside Road. Once we get there, we’ll finalize the contract.”

He needed to act swiftly to avoid further delays. With the terms settled, it was time to establish a clear agreement.

Anxin suppressed her excitement and calmly replied, “Understood, Brother Su. I’ll follow your lead.”

Seeing that the negotiations were complete, Su Yipeng relaxed. He gestured toward the man in the blue Zhongshan suit beside him.

“Oh, and this is my secretary, Liu Qiang. You can call him Xiao Liu, just like I do.”

After introducing his secretary, Su Yipeng instructed him, “Once we reach the office, draft a preliminary contract. Anxin and I will review it and make adjustments before finalizing.”

Anxin agreed readily. “Alright, I’ll leave it to you, Brother Liu.”

While she had no issue with Xiao Liu drafting the contract, she didn’t intend to let the terms be entirely one-sided. Negotiations were about compromise, and she would ensure her interests were protected. However, she decided to wait until they were seated at the table before bringing up any adjustments.

Shortly after, the three arrived at Su Yipeng’s office on Riverside Road. The building was a modest three-story brick-and-concrete structure covering about 100 square meters. The first floor had three storefronts used for selling general goods, the second floor served as the office space, and the third floor seemed to be staff quarters.

Standing outside, Anxin surveyed the building, noting its prominent appearance on Riverside Road. Clearly, Su Yipeng’s organization was well-established.

Noticing her scrutiny, Su Yipeng smirked subtly and gestured for her to enter.

“Anxin, let’s head up and discuss the transportation details.”

Eager to move things along, Su Yipeng intended to finalize the contract immediately so that Anxin could start work as soon as the shipment arrived at the port.

Anxin followed him without hesitation. “Of course, Brother Su.”

The office interior featured a set of black leather sofas and a large desk. The décor wasn’t overly lavish but had a traditional and elegant touch, indicating thoughtful investment.

Anxin discreetly observed everything, mentally cataloging her surroundings. After the customary formalities, Xiao Liu brought in tea. Anxin seized the moment to make a request.

“Brother Su, since we’re about to collaborate, could I take a look at the contract you previously signed with the provincial transportation company? It would help me prepare in advance, understand what’s expected, and clarify what I can and cannot do. It’ll benefit us both to lay everything out clearly.”

Her request wasn’t entirely about preparation—it was also a chance to study the contract’s terms and gauge the market conditions. While she had some insight from her brief experience in freight transport, her knowledge wasn’t comprehensive.

Though she couldn’t guarantee the contract shown to her would be genuine, she hoped to glean valuable details for future negotiations.

Surprised by her straightforwardness, Su Yipeng readily agreed.

“No problem. Xiao Liu, fetch the contract we have with the provincial transportation company.”

As he spoke, he subtly signaled Xiao Liu to select any random contract for reference.

Su Yipeng wanted to test Anxin’s ability to analyze the document. He was curious to see how capable this young woman truly was and whether she could handle the responsibilities entrusted to her.

Xiao Liu caught the signal immediately and replied, “Understood, I’ll get it right away.”