In the blink of an eye, seven days had passed.

Lao He, feeling uneasy, made a special trip to Xuyu to inquire about the situation.
“How much funding has been raised so far? Have you managed at least half?”

Meng Suihuan shook her head. “No.”

Lao He immediately became anxious. “It’s been so long, and you haven’t even gathered half? I’ll think of some ideas to help you out.”

Hearing this, Meng Suihuan smiled. “Lao He, I appreciate your kindness, but there’s no need to worry. I’ve already come up with a solution. If nothing unexpected happens, we should be able to gather the necessary amount within the stipulated time.”

“Really?” Lao He still found it hard to believe. However, seeing the girl’s confident expression, his mood gradually calmed.
“Alright, I’ll prepare the relevant documents and wait for your good news.”
“Mm.”

As Lao He walked out, Jiang Chengxuan burst in, excitement written all over his face.
“Boss, the bank has already handled everything!”

Feng Jiu followed closely behind.
“The related documents have also been filed with the judiciary.”

A little while later, Lu Xiuhe returned with his team.
“We’re all set on our end as well.”
“The advertising department has also been contacted.”
“….”

Seeing everything falling into place, Meng Suihuan’s eyes gleamed with determination. She quickly gathered everyone together for a motivational meeting.
“Since everything is ready, let’s take action now!”
“And once we succeed, everyone gets a raise!”

That last sentence immediately sent morale soaring to its peak.

—

At the same time, Qin Yu, who loved a good gossip, happened to stumble upon this news. He couldn’t resist sharing it with Lu Linshen.
“Whoa! Lao Lu! Lao Xie! Lao Xu! Have you heard the news about Meng Jie’s team?!”

Xie Zhixin and Xu Xuanyi shook their heads, indicating they were unaware.
“And you, Lao Lu?!”

Only then did Lu Linshen look up from his research, frowning slightly as he replied indifferently, “What news?”

Qin Yu, smug and brimming with excitement, pulled over a chair and sat down like a king. He began recounting the information he’d dug up with great enthusiasm.

The more Qin Yu talked, the more animated he became, while Lu Linshen’s frown deepened. Before Qin Yu could finish, Lu Linshen abruptly grabbed his coat and a square-shaped item nearby, tossing out a quick, “Help me request some time off. I need to step out,” before striding away.

Qin Yu, engrossed in his storytelling, blinked in surprise at Lu Linshen’s hurried departure. He shouted after him, “Hey! Lao Lu, where are you going?” But Lu Linshen didn’t reply.

Qin Yu muttered a few complaints before suddenly realizing something and exclaiming, “Whoa!”
“I know where he’s headed!”

Xie Zhixin and Xu Xuanyi both turned to him. “Where?”

Qin Yu stood up excitedly, rubbing his hands together.
“Where else? To Xuyu to find Meng Jie!”

Xu Xuanyi: “…”
Xie Zhixin: “…”

Seeing their skepticism, Qin Yu began counting off his evidence on his fingers, laying out his reasoning with impeccable clarity and logic.
“So, we can conclude—”
“Lao Lu likes Meng Jie!”

“Damn, I’m such a genius! My analysis is flawless!”

Xie Zhixin: “…”
Xu Xuanyi: “…”

Seeing their unimpressed expressions, Qin Yu felt insulted and finally said in exasperation, “You don’t believe me, do you? Let me go over it again!”

Before he could start, the previously silent duo responded in unison with lightning speed.
“We believe you.”
“Yes, we believe you.”

Qin Yu: “…”
Could they be any more perfunctory?!

In just one hour, the streets, billboards, and television screens of Ning City were flooded with news about the commercial building project. Advertisements and posters were everywhere.

President Lin naturally caught wind of the buzz. Seeing the related promotions, he initially found the idea absurd. Selling a building that hadn’t even been constructed yet? Only a fool would buy into that!

Despite his skepticism, he carefully watched the advertisement. Initially, he dismissed it with those thoughts, but as the commercial progressed, he was gradually drawn in by the building’s interior designs. The spacious, well-lit offices with fully equipped, cohesive styles caught his attention. He couldn’t help but compare them to his own cramped and dim office.

He felt a strong temptation. Yet, the moment he saw the phrase “purchase with upfront payment”, his impulse faltered.

It wasn’t just President Lin. Many in the industry were bewildered by Xuyu’s bold approach. Speculation abounded about what Xuyu was up to, but most adopted a wait-and-see attitude, curious to see how this would play out.

—

Meanwhile, in Lao He’s office, a colleague nudged him excitedly and pointed at the television.
“Lao He, isn’t this Xuyu the company you recommended last time? Their concept is pretty innovative, but I wonder how practical it is?”

Hearing this, Lao He immediately stopped eating and looked up at the television in the cafeteria. After watching the entire commercial, his eyes were filled with shock and excitement.

If this concept truly succeeded, it could significantly boost Ning City’s consumption levels in a short time. More importantly, it reminded him of the old urban redevelopment project. The tension he’d been carrying eased, and he chuckled softly.
“This is quite a clever idea. Looks like I can start preparing early.”

—

As night fell, Xuyu wrapped up their day’s work. They packed up their things, ready to return to the office. As for today’s results? Two words summed it up: utterly dismal.

So far, not a single customer had shown interest.

Newcomers, unfamiliar with Xuyu’s history, were visibly anxious, pacing back and forth. In contrast, Jiang Chengxuan simply chuckled, his thoughts drifting to memories of the company’s early days. How similar those times were to the present! The difference now lay in his mindset. Watching the current scene didn’t faze him much; he even occasionally comforted or teased his nervous colleagues.
“Your patience isn’t quite there yet. You should learn from President Meng.”

Meng Suihuan: “…”
Was that a compliment or a dig?

However, she didn’t take offense. Instead, she retaliated with a sardonic smile.
“If that’s the case, then you should be more like Manager Jiang. After all, he’s been through it and has plenty of experience!”

Lao Zhou, who knew the full story, couldn’t hold back his laughter.
“Hahaha! Boss, you shouldn’t have said that. Now I can’t stop picturing Jiang’s expressions back in the day.”

Jiang Chengxuan calmly curled his lips into a faint smile, draped an arm around Zhao Chen’s shoulders, and shifted the attention.
“This should really be about Chen. His experience outshines mine. I’ll never forget how he single-handedly led half of the project team with his earth-shattering moves back then.”

“And who knows, maybe this time it’ll be the same—some team might show up in a few days to buy out our building.”

The suddenly implicated Zhao Chen: “…”

The previously tense atmosphere instantly became lively.

However, Jiang Chengxuan had no idea that his casual joke would turn out to be prophetic. Just as they returned to the company, everyone noticed a figure standing at the entrance. Lu Xiuhe was the first to react, exclaiming in surprise, “Linshen?”

Lu Linshen also spotted them at the same time. His gaze swept over the group before settling on a specific spot. Hearing his name called by Lu Xiuhe, he shifted his attention and nodded at her.
“Jiejie.”

Naturally, Lu Xiuhe was concerned about her younger brother and couldn’t help but ask, “Why are you here at the company so late? Is your project facing difficulties again?”

Lu Linshen shook his head. “I heard from Qin Yu that you all are encountering some challenges here. Coincidentally, I also needed to discuss something with President Meng, so I came by to check.”

Hearing this, Lu Xiuhe felt a surge of relief. Her younger brother had indeed grown up—more considerate than before. But as her gaze lingered briefly on both Lu Linshen and Meng Suihuan, she tactfully shifted her eyes away and smiled.
“In that case, let’s not stand outside. Let’s go in and talk.”

Lu Linshen didn’t refuse and followed his sister inside, though his eyes occasionally wandered elsewhere. Lu Xiuhe noticed everything. Previously, she’d been worried about how distant the two seemed. Now, it appeared someone was finally making the first move.

Lu Xiuhe chatted briefly with Lu Linshen, but his distracted responses made it hard for her to continue. She cut to the chase and said, “Since you’re already here, why don’t you go see Xiao Huan? She’s under a lot of pressure from this situation. Find an opportunity to talk to her.”

“Okay.”

Lu Linshen didn’t hesitate. After fumbling in his pocket for a moment, he walked straight to where Meng Suihuan was.

Meng Suihuan was tidying up when she saw him approaching and looked at him with mild surprise.
“What’s up? Why are you looking for me?”

Instead of answering, Lu Linshen took out a card from his pocket.
“This is all my savings. You can use it for emergencies.”

Meng Suihuan couldn’t help but laugh. “You came to see me just for this?”

Lu Linshen was about to nod but suddenly remembered his sister’s earlier advice. The words he was about to say got swallowed.
“The business world is unpredictable. No one can foresee everything. You don’t need to blame yourself. I believe in your ability to overcome this challenge.”

Raising an eyebrow, Meng Suihuan took a step closer, stopping half a meter away. She looked up at him, her eyes gleaming as she smiled teasingly.
“So… are you worried about me?”

Lu Linshen felt her gaze burning through him, making him incredibly uncomfortable. Even his breathing became tense. For a moment, he didn’t know how to respond. After a long pause, his mind finally cleared, and he blurted out in a hurried tone, “This is what I owe you.”

Meng Suihuan: “…”

What a suffocating answer.

She had been prepared to get annoyed but instantly softened when she noticed his reddened earlobes. Gently, she placed her fingers on his hand, brushing his palm.
“Oh? Is that really the only reason?”

“Mm.” Lu Linshen grunted stiffly.

Meng Suihuan’s smile deepened as her finger pointed upward to gesture at him.
“Well, it seems like your ears are being more honest than you are.”

Lu Linshen, who had initially only blushed at his ears, felt the heat spread through his entire body the moment her fingers brushed against him. His whole body felt like it was on fire.

Without thinking, he shoved the card into her hand and fled quickly. His reaction speed was impressive, but the redness on his face spread even faster. Within seconds, his face and neck were flushed bright red.

Meng Suihuan caught a clear glimpse of his crimson face as he handed her the card. But before she could react further, he turned and bolted.

“Hey!” Meng Suihuan called out instinctively, but he was already out of sight. Left alone, she muttered to herself, “Did I imagine that, or was he really blushing that much?”

She quickly got her answer. Heading to the system’s backend, she saw Lu Linshen’s emotional status displayed clearly. Even more significant was the fact that, just half a minute ago, he’d provided her with a large boost in life points—nearly doubling his previous contribution!

Meng Suihuan: “!!”

—

The next day, Meng Suihuan adjusted her strategy. On top of the initial proposal, she added banking and legal agreements to demonstrate that the pre-sale project wasn’t just empty promises but had proper documentation.

She also made a major announcement: anyone who pre-purchased their commercial building would receive three months of free rent upon project completion! Moreover, if they were dissatisfied after completion, a full refund would be offered.

These announcements caused hesitant buyers to start considering the offer seriously. Seeing this, Meng Suihuan added fuel to the fire by hiring a few “plants” to stir up demand. Soon, a group of buyers arrived at the transaction site and extravagantly purchased five entire office floors!

Internally, Meng Suihuan couldn’t help but marvel.
Where on earth did Jiang Chengxuan find these actors? They’re way more over-the-top than I expected!

Since the show had to go on, she quickly had her team liaise with the buyers and secretly gave Jiang Chengxuan a thumbs-up.

Thanks to the “plants,” the crowd became increasingly excited. By the end of the day, they had secured a steady stream of orders.

That evening, Meng Suihuan publicly praised Jiang Chengxuan, complimenting him for finding effective, albeit slightly exaggerated, actors.

Caught off guard, Jiang Chengxuan quickly waved his hands in denial.
“Boss! You’ve got it wrong! Those weren’t my plants!”

Meng Suihuan: “???”

She gasped sharply.

So… someone actually spent an enormous sum of money and bought five entire floors of the commercial building in one go?!