The basic infrastructure of Suihuan Hall was fully set up, but staffing remained an issue—either the candidates weren’t suitable, or they lacked the necessary professionalism. Despite a long search, they couldn’t find anyone appropriate.

Seeing her distressed, Lu Linshen, after understanding the situation, suggested, “I remember Xuyu Group has a batch of employees nearing retirement age. Maybe you could ask if any of them would be willing to come over and help.”

Hearing this, Meng Suihuan’s eyes lit up. This approach would not only resolve the staffing issue for the charitable organization but also offer these retirees another job opportunity—a win-win situation!

“Lu Linshen, you’ve really helped me out big time!” She jumped up excitedly and rushed toward him like a child, demanding a hug.

Lu Linshen quickly raised his hands to steady her, his expression both cautious and doting. “Feeling better now?”

“Mm-hmm!” If it weren’t for her pregnancy, she might’ve jumped for joy.

Meng Suihuan was the type to act quickly once she had a plan. The next day, she headed to Xuyu Group. Initially, she wanted to drive herself so commuting would be more convenient, but Lu Linshen wouldn’t allow it and insisted on driving her himself.

What could she do? She could only smile and agree.

Before she got out of the car, he reminded her over and over to be careful and to call him if anything came up.

Meng Suihuan chuckled, “Got it, Housekeeper Husband. Now go to work!”

Just as she turned to head into the building, she heard Lu Linshen call her back. She turned her head, puzzled. “What is it?”

Lu Linshen quickly got out of the car, took her hand, and slipped her wedding ring back onto her finger. “You forgot to wear this.”

“Lu Linshen, I’m already pregnant. It’s no big deal if I don’t wear my wedding ring—you can relax a hundred times over!” She gave him a teasing look and raised her eyebrows. “But you’re the one in danger. Those pretty young girls will definitely flock to you like butterflies.”

She pouted, “Hmph! You’re not allowed to entertain them. Even if you talk to them, you must show them your wedding ring and tell them you’re married!”

Lu Linshen chuckled. “Alright.”

“Okay, I’m going in now.”

“Wait—” He called her again. “Suisui, you forgot something else today.”

“What is it?” She had no idea what he meant.

Lu Linshen pursed his lips and pointed to his cheek. “This.”

At some point, they’d developed a habit of giving each other a morning kiss. Even when he was away on business trips, they’d find a way to make up for it when he returned.

Perhaps distracted by other matters, she had forgotten about it today. No wonder he’d been glancing at her on the way out of the house. She had thought it was because she hadn’t worn makeup in a while and had finally done a beautiful look today, stunning him. Turns out, it was because of this!

She smiled and gave him two quick kisses on the cheek. “There, my mistake this time.”

Looking at the two bright red lipstick marks on his face, she thought they might work better than a wedding ring.

Lu Linshen said in a deep voice, “Suisui, stay safe, avoid crowds, don’t get into arguments or get upset, and call me if anything happens.”

“Alright, alright, I know! I can recite your instructions backward by now.”

After bidding farewell to Lu Linshen, Meng Suihuan walked into the familiar office. Though it had only been a few months since her last visit, the place felt somewhat unfamiliar.

Her visit to the company was spontaneous, and everyone who saw her greeted her with surprise and joy. When they noticed her slightly rounded belly, they couldn’t help but glance a few extra times, curious but hesitant to ask. Eventually, she smiled and explained, “I’m pregnant.”

Immediately, a chorus of congratulations broke out:
“Congratulations!”
“Congratulations, President Meng!”
“Congratulations, Meng Jie!”

The cheerful voices drew the attention of Jiang Chengxuan ahead. At the first mention of “President Meng,” he instinctively paused and turned toward the source of the voice. The familiar face that greeted him appeared slimmer than before—or perhaps it wasn’t that she had lost weight, but rather her slightly rounded belly made her seem more delicate.

Meng Suihuan also noticed Jiang Chengxuan and greeted him proactively. “Lao Jiang, long time no see.”

After exchanging pleasantries, she asked Jiang Chengxuan to help gather the soon-to-retire employees.
“Let’s meet in the first-floor conference room. Climbing stairs is a bit taxing for me now.”

Jiang Chengxuan nodded. “Alright.”

It didn’t take long for him to gather everyone.

“President Jiang, why have you called us here so suddenly? Is it something urgent?” asked one of the soon-to-retire employees, their tone tinged with apprehension. They were concerned it might be related to their upcoming retirements.

“It’s not me,” Jiang Chengxuan explained. “It’s President Meng. She has something she wants to discuss with everyone.”
“As for what exactly, I’m not sure myself.”

Recalling her slightly rounded belly, Jiang Chengxuan had reminded everyone to be cautious and avoid bumping into her. Still feeling uneasy, he even had the matter emphasized to the entire company to ensure her safety. Only then did he feel reassured.

When everyone was assembled, Meng Suihuan didn’t hesitate to announce the recruitment initiative. Hearing this, the employees, who had been holding their breath, finally relaxed.

“President Meng, does this mean we still have a chance to keep working and earning money?”

“If that’s the case, we’re willing to go!”

For everyone, it was undoubtedly good news. However, Meng Suihuan made it clear with a serious tone, “You’re all welcome to try, but whether you stay will depend on your abilities.”

After all, this wasn’t a shelter, nor was it a place for idlers.

Her candidness didn’t dampen anyone’s enthusiasm. Many expressed their willingness to give it a shot.
“Those who are interested can sign up with Xiao Li,” she concluded.

Meng Suihuan was very satisfied with the outcome, her smile unwavering throughout the meeting.

Since she was already at the company, she decided not to leave immediately. It was the perfect opportunity to check on the company’s recent operations. Whether it was real estate, film production, or finance, all sectors had achieved impressive results.

However, her progress bar in the backend system remained unchanged. Unlike her previous frustrations, this time, even with no progress, she remained calm.

The list of interested employees was compiled quickly and delivered by Feng Jiu. After exchanging a few words, she noticed he seemed hesitant, as if there was something on his mind.

“Lao Feng, is there an issue with any of the recent investments?” she asked.

Feng Jiu shook his head and finally spoke slowly, “President Meng, I heard from the retiring employees that you plan to have them work at Suihuan Hall.”

“Yes, that’s the current plan. Why?”

Feng Jiu hesitated for a moment, then finally voiced his thoughts. “President Meng, may I go to Suihuan Hall as well?”

The request caught Meng Suihuan by surprise, but she didn’t press for reasons. Instead, she asked seriously, “Have you thought it through?”

The staffing issues were successfully resolved, and Suihuan Hall officially began operations.

Feng Jiu’s decision to join had been an unexpected result, but it turned out to be perfect. Not only did it help address an urgent need, but it also gave Meng Suihuan someone trustworthy to rely on. At this moment, she once again felt the beauty of “letting things happen naturally.” Truly wonderful.

The establishment of Suihuan Hall had tangibly helped many people in need. With support from relevant departments and the beneficiaries themselves, both Meng Suihuan and the Xuyu Group gained widespread attention and praise. Under Meng Suihuan’s leadership and advocacy, more and more industry leaders began participating in charity work, bringing benefits to a greater number of people.

Suihuan Hall was frequently publicized, and naturally, Yang Xun was aware of it. In fact, he had known about the construction of Suihuan Hall from the very beginning, as he always had someone keeping tabs on Meng Suihuan’s every move and reporting even the slightest developments to him.

Though he knew about it, he remained indifferent. He wasn’t foolish—giving away money for others to spend wasn’t something he’d do.

Still, he admired Meng Suihuan for her willingness to use her own money to help others.

When he received a call from her, he was both surprised and puzzled.

Meng Suihuan’s tone was casual and familiar, like she was calling an old friend she hadn’t seen in years rather than a sworn rival.
“President Yang, long time no see.”

Meng Suihuan had heard about how Yang Xun had recently improved employee benefits. In the past, his attempts to imitate her used to irritate her. But this time, she didn’t mind. If doing good could inspire others to follow suit, wasn’t that a kind of fortune in itself?

“President Meng, what an honor. The illustrious President Meng of Xuyu Group calling me personally—what might this be about?” Yang Xun’s tone was as sarcastic as ever, but Meng Suihuan wasn’t the least bit annoyed. She responded with ease.

“President Yang, have you heard about Suihuan Hall?”

Yang Xun frowned in displeasure. “Oh? Are you calling specifically to flaunt it?”

“No, you’ve got it wrong. I’m not here to show off—I’m here to discuss a collaboration with you.”

“Collaboration?” Yang Xun raised an eyebrow, his tone mocking. “With me? Are you sure, President Meng?”

His disbelief wasn’t unfounded. After all, when it came to smartphone chips, he had tried every possible way to seek her cooperation, only to be rejected repeatedly. That had sparked a series of events between them later on.

The idea of Meng Suihuan initiating a collaboration was practically a fantasy—a pipe dream. And yet, here he was, hearing it directly from her.

“President Meng, I’m not sure what scheme you’re plotting this time, but I don’t see any reason for us to collaborate right now.”

Meng Suihuan wasn’t offended. “President Yang, don’t be so quick to decline. At least hear me out before making a decision.”

Yang Xun, unsure of her intentions, frowned deeply. “Fine, President Meng. Stop beating around the bush and get to the point.”

“Alright, I’ll be direct.” Meng Suihuan’s tone was cheerful. “I recently heard that President Yang has done a lot to improve employee welfare, and everyone is praising and thanking you. I admire your spirit and generosity, and I think your philosophy of helping others aligns perfectly with Suihuan Hall’s mission. So—”

“Would President Yang be interested in letting more people celebrate your spirit and generosity?”

Yang Xun frowned deeper, his tone growing impatient. “President Meng, I’ve heard enough flattery. If you have something to say, just say it. There’s no need for all this preamble.”

“You’re refreshingly straightforward, President Yang!” Meng Suihuan praised sincerely. “Since you’ve said so, I’ll get straight to the point!”

“I’m calling you this time to see if you’d be interested in donating some funds to help more children in remote areas receive an education.”

Yang Xun: “…”

Grinding his teeth, Yang Xun growled, “President Meng, are you sure you’re looking to collaborate and not just trying to fool me into being a sucker?”

Oh my. Quick on the uptake, isn’t he?

Despite her little scheme being uncovered, Meng Suihuan didn’t panic or feel embarrassed. She maintained her composure and said calmly, “I’m absolutely sincere about collaborating with you—it’s just a matter of whether you’re willing.”