Inside the taxi, Qin Chuan stared dotingly at the pure and elegant face in the distance, his breathing growing rapid.
Beautiful, so beautiful it stole his breath!
After half a year apart, Yang Zimo seemed even more beautiful. In the sunlight, her already porcelain-like skin truly resembled the finest mutton-fat jade, shimmering with a crystal-clear radiance.
Her eyes were like paintings, her gaze like brilliant stars, captivating all who looked upon her.
Even in loose-fitting, long-sleeved tops and trousers, her nearly one-meter-seventy frame appeared tall and slender. Where she should be thin, she was, and where she should have curves, there was no lack of flesh.
"Oh my god, that girl is so beautiful!!"
The taxi driver also caught sight of Yang Zimo's unparalleled beauty, and he too was stunned. It wasn't until Yang Zimo turned and returned to the villa's courtyard that they both slowly averted their gaze.
"Brother, I finally understand why you came here today! For a girl like that, let alone once, even tracking her ten, a hundred, or a thousand times, as long as you can marry her, it's an absolute bargain!"
The driver exclaimed in awe, fully grasping Qin Chuan's actions that day.
"By the way, who was that man in the red sports car you were tracking just now? He's not that girl's suitor, is he?"
"Get lost, he's her brother!"
Qin Chuan couldn't help but curse.
"A brother is great! There's no better news than that!"
The driver, however, was unconcerned. Instead, he offered Qin Chuan advice: "As an experienced man, let me tell you, when you meet a girl you like, you have to act fast. Don't be hesitant!"
"In this world, there are so many sharp-eyed people. If you noticed the girl's beauty, others surely have too!"
"So, in the end, it comes down to personal capability. Being rejected three or five times is nothing; you just need to be thick-skinned..."
The driver began to impart his wisdom, and Qin Chuan couldn't help but smile.
He recalled the first time he interacted with Yang Zimo. Back then, he had also shamelessly courted her, helping Teacher Yang with chores at school, fixing her bicycle, even carrying water, and in return, he received a dinner from Teacher Yang.
He still cherished that meal. Although it was just noodles with two fried eggs, it was undoubtedly the most delicious food he had ever eaten.
Later, as he continued to pester her with his persistent pursuit, they gradually became more familiar with each other. Eventually, one day, while hunting with his older brother and another friend, they encountered a leopard.
He shielded Yang Zimo behind him!
After this incident, Yang Zimo's attitude towards him began to shift, becoming more intimate and familiar. The atmosphere between them gradually grew ambiguous. She didn't object to him occasionally holding her hand or embracing her for a short while.
If things had continued to develop in this direction, their relationship might have progressed further.
However, the difficult circumstances at home forced Qin Chuan to leave the village and venture into the county town. Afterward, Qin Chuan became... well, a bit of a straight man in his approach.
Yang Zimo asked him not to call Aunt Guihua's home in the village, fearing it would expose their relationship and lead to gossip. In his foolishness, Qin Chuan never called again.
Coupled with the various difficulties he encountered while starting his business in the county town, Qin Chuan was overwhelmed and constantly on the go. Later, under the influence of alcohol, he slept with Li Ya.
With the appearance of Li Ya, a mature and sophisticated woman, Qin Chuan's longing for Yang Zimo significantly diminished. Over time, this led to their current situation.
Recalling the past, Qin Chuan felt only shame. The fault lay entirely not with Yang Zimo, but with him.
He was not serious about relationships, or more simply put, he was a scumbag.
The inherent flaws of men made him neglect his old flame when he found a new one.
Given Yang Zimo's cool and reserved personality, she rarely made the first move unless others initiated. Her abrupt departure during the summer vacation was the best proof of this.
"Driver, let's go!"
Qin Chuan sighed finally.
This was not the time to meet her. If they were to meet, it couldn't be now. He would find a way to get Yang Zimo's phone number from Yang Conglong later and contact her quietly.
Moreover, witnessing the true wealth of the Yang family today made Qin Chuan realize that even if he were with Yang Zimo, they would likely face immense difficulties.
Given the Yang family's formidable power, they would absolutely not look favorably upon a nobody like him. He still had a long way to go to gain their approval.
Thinking this, Qin Chuan became even more resolute in his decision to trade Hong Kong stock index futures this time!
Without a windfall, without a dramatic shift, with his current pace of development, it would likely take him more than five years to have the confidence to even approach the Yang family.
Remember, this was merely having the confidence; gaining the Yang family's approval remained an uncertain prospect.
"Brother, where to now?"
"To the headquarters of Meitehao Supermarket!"
Qin Chuan had several things to attend to during his visit to the provincial capital. He wanted to speak with the CEO of Meitehao about opening another supermarket.
Not in Yongnan County, but in Ning County!
Li Ya had already opened a branch there, so it was perfectly fine for him to open a supermarket there as well. At worst, he could hire people.
As long as he had money, he could hire plenty of talented individuals.
Upon arriving at Meitehao Supermarket headquarters, having arranged the meeting in advance, Qin Chuan easily met with Chu Degong. When he expressed his idea, Chu Degong agreed without any hesitation!
After all, it was a good thing for him as well!
Meitehao was at a critical juncture of development, and the more franchise stores, the better. For one person, managing not just two supermarkets, but even ten, was not a problem.
As long as they had the capability, they welcomed all.
And so, time flew by, and two days passed.
August 10th, Monday, marked another opening day for the market.
Some rejoiced, while others despaired. At this particular juncture, not only the Hong Kong stock market was struggling, but also the A-shares. Millions of investors across mainland China and Hong Kong dreaded seeing any red.
Only Sundays offered respite, as there was finally no money to lose!
Early in the morning, Qin Chuan arrived at the entrance of CITIC Securities.
The stock trading hall was already filled with quite a few people, men and women, old and young, all waiting for the market to open.
Just as he was about to go in to open an account, a sudden, fierce roar erupted from outside. The sound was unmistakable – that of a sports car.
Curiosity piqued, Qin Chuan turned to look, his eyes widening in surprise.
A fiery red sports car had pulled into the parking area. As the door opened, a man and a woman emerged.
The woman was alluring, appearing to be in her early thirties, dressed very fashionably, with a voluptuous figure.
But Qin Chuan only glanced at her before his gaze fixed on the man's face, his expression one of shock.
Because this person was none other than Yang Conglong!