Chapter 188 Each With Their Own Troubles

Moyu Internet Cafe, Handong University branch.

A server brought over three cups of coffee.

Seated across from Pei Qian, besides Lin Chang, was a woman who looked to be about twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old, bearing some resemblance to Lin Wan, but appearing much more mature and composed, with the air of a leader.

Without needing Lin Chang to introduce her, Pei Qian knew that this was likely Lin Wan’s elder sister, Lin Yu, who was in charge of Shenhua Group’s mobile phone business.

It could only be said that one’s family background, to some extent, determined the ceiling of one’s career.

Assistant Xin was about the same age as Lin Yu, but without such a distinguished family background, no matter how hard she worked, the most she could be was a president’s assistant.

Lin Chang still looked as energetic as before.

After brief introductions, Pei Qian exchanged a few polite words with Lin Yu, and they each took their seats.

"President Pei, long time no see."

Lin Chang said with a smile, "I heard from A-Wan that President Pei opened a pretty good restaurant. It’s very popular on the Dianping app, with very high ratings, and has become the most popular high-end restaurant in Jingzhou. I wonder if I'll have the good fortune to try it out? President Pei, don't worry, it's on me."

Ming Yun Private Kitchen?

Heh, don't even mention it.

Pei Qian took a very melancholic sip of his coffee. "Sorry, if you want to eat, you'll have to wait until the 26th, which is this Sunday. Because all the reservations are full, and I can't always get a spot myself."

"Pfft."

Lin Chang almost burst out laughing. "It's popular to that extent? Already booked until this Sunday?"

"No, this Sunday was reserved by me a long time ago. To be precise, reservations are already booked until the middle of next month." Pei Qian was even more melancholic.

Lin Chang couldn't help but sigh. "Impressive, President Pei."

"I remember the last time we met, you hadn't opened this restaurant yet. Only two months have passed, and the restaurant is already this popular? President Pei, you're really something."

Lin Chang's words were not flattery, but completely from the heart.

Because the restaurant business isn't something that can be built up by simply throwing money at it.

Lin Chang had many bosses around him who wanted to open a restaurant to make money when they had some spare cash, but a large portion of them lost money.

What's more, these particularly high-priced high-end restaurants are even more prone to losses.

But President Pei had actually made this restaurant profitable in just over two months, and with rave reviews and reservations booked until next month, that was truly impressive.

However, Pei Qian felt a bit of a strange taste in his mouth when he heard these words.

It was similar to the feeling of Qiao Laoshi's epitaph, "You can do it."

Hearing President Pei say that he couldn't eat at Wuming Restaurant tonight, Lin Chang wasn't angry. "Okay, then I'll do as the Romans do. What's a little wait for such a high-end restaurant? I'll play in Jingzhou for two days and wait until this Sunday."

Pei Qian nodded. "No problem, it's on me then."

Lin Chang quickly shook his head. "No, no, no, President Pei, let me treat."

Pei Qian's attitude was firm. "It has to be my treat."

It wasn't because he had any special treatment for Lin Chang.

It was mainly because all the treating was done through the system funds, and he would never miss any opportunity to spend a little more.

If Lin Chang treated, wouldn't Pei Qian be making money again?

Inside and out, he would lose double the money, absolutely unacceptable!

Seeing President Pei's firm attitude, Lin Chang didn't insist. Anyway, it was just a meal, it wouldn't cost much.

"What brings you two to Jingzhou? Could it be because of Lin Wan's matter?" Pei Qian asked casually.

He knew very well that Lin Yu and Lin Chang had come to Jingzhou together for a reason, and most likely because of Lin Wan's matter.

Lin Chang nodded. "Yes."

"The old man seems nonchalant on the surface, but in reality he is still very worried. This time he forced my elder sister and me to come over, of course, still because of the previous reason."

"Moreover, compared to before, the difficulty has increased this time..."

Pei Qian: "..."

It seemed that way, the situation had worsened.

Pei Qian's previous idea was to arrange for Lin Wan to go to Shang Yang Games to be in charge of *War Song*, a project that was destined to fail, and then he would frantically invest money there.

That way, the money would be lost, the game would fail, Lin Wan's confidence would be hit hard, and she might give up the game industry and obediently go back to inherit the family fortune.

Logically speaking, the original plan was flawless.

But now, it had gone awry for some reason.

The mobile version of *War Song* was a great success, and Lin Wan's confidence was unprecedentedly high.

Now, he was afraid he couldn't drive her away even if he wanted to.

What to do now?

Pei Qian silently took a sip of coffee, feeling melancholy!

Lin Chang also seemed a little melancholy. "This time, A-Wan can finally hold her head high."

"In our family, the old man and my elder sister are strongly opposed, while my second brother, Lin Zhou, and I support A-Wan. However, we only support her venturing out in spirit. We didn't think she could really make a name for herself in the game industry."

"After all, the game industry is a very cruel industry, and A-Wan's personality is a bit too idealistic. So, although Lin Zhou and I both support her, we just feel that she should experience some setbacks in reality, figure out the difficulties of this industry sooner, and obediently come back."

Pei Qian listened and nodded silently.

Yes, that's what I think too!

But speaking of which, so the entire Lin Wan's family actually thought she wouldn't succeed?

Although Lin Zhou and Lin Chang supported Lin Wan, they were only supporting her in pursuing her dreams, and didn't think she could really succeed...

Lin Chang continued, "So, the success of the mobile version of *War Song* this time was also unexpected for us."

"Including Shenhua App Store providing her with a featured spot, we never thought it could be profitable."

"In the past two days, Lin Wan has sent a lot of information about *War Song* in our family group, such as player reviews, official platform recommendations, profit data, etc., and even tagged my elder sister."

"Although she only got one tenth of the profits, this is after all the money A-Wan earned through her own efforts, and she is very proud."

"So, the old man really couldn't sit still and urged me to quickly think of a solution."

Pei Qian: "..."

Indeed, I can't sit still either.

Pei Qian could imagine how smug Lin Wan must be in her family group.

Back then, everyone in the family didn't think she could make a name for herself in the game industry, and then she went to Yangcheng, to Jingzhou, alone, and persisted silently for so long.

As a result, she had now created a hit game praised by the official, which was a perfect proof of her ability.

Wouldn't she want to show off?

It was conceivable that Lin Wan would definitely work harder to shine in the game industry after this, and the possibility of her going back to inherit the family business would be greatly reduced.

But at this point, Pei Qian was unconvinced.

He looked at Lin Yu sitting across from him, his heart filled with complaints.

In the final analysis, wasn't it because you insisted on giving Lin Wan a featured spot?

If you hadn't given Lin Wan a featured spot, she wouldn't have thought of turning *War Song* into a mobile game, and the game would never have become popular.

So, nine tenths of the blame is on you!

Of course, President Pei was just thinking about it in his heart, and couldn't say it out loud.

After all, everyone was a victim.

They were all in the same boat; no snowflake in an avalanche feels responsible.

Strictly speaking, President Pei had also made many mistakes.

Thinking of this, Pei Qian silently sighed.

He still had to quickly think of a way to remedy the situation!

Pei Qian tentatively asked, "So, what are your attitudes?"

Lin Yu, who hadn't spoken much, opened her mouth. "My attitude hasn't changed, I still hope A-Wan can go back as soon as possible."

"Although she has proven herself this time, I think there are many accidental factors involved. I don't think A-Wan has fully realized the cruelty of this industry, nor do I think it makes any sense for her to continue."

Pei Qian nodded silently.

Too right!

There were indeed many accidental factors involved, and that's what I think too!

Lin Chang added, "Mainly A-Wan is carefree, shaking her hands and having a good time outside. The old man can't do anything about her, so he keeps putting pressure on me, President Pei, my life is too hard."

Pei Qian was silent for a moment. "I remember, you used to regret not becoming a lead singer of a band and have always supported Lin Wan in pursuing her dreams."

Lin Chang nodded. "Yes, that's how it was before."

"But A-Wan's dream has already been fulfilled, she has already made a successful game! And my dream has no chance of being realized at all, it's completely shattered!"

"So I'm very unbalanced, I've defected!"

Pei Qian: "..."

Sure enough, plastic sibling affection immediately collapsed under the pressure of Old Man Lin.

Lin Yu continued, "Of course, I also know that Lin Wan is now President Pei's trusted general, serving as a director in your newly acquired Shang Yang Games. You must be very reluctant..."

Reluctant?

No, no, no, on this point, my attitude is highly consistent with Old Man Lin's.

I now hope she can leave as soon as possible!

Pei Qian immediately raised his hand. "President Lin, you're being too polite."

"Lin Wan's talent can be better displayed in Shenhua Group, I am definitely not that kind of selfish person!"

"Please take her away as soon as possible!"

Lin Yu was very happy. "President Pei, it's great that you can think this way!"

"But there is still the same problem as before, A-Wan is too stubborn."

"If the methods are too harsh, it will only backfire."

"I'm afraid President Pei will have to think of a good solution for this matter."

Pei Qian drank his coffee, silent and speechless.

He could see that Lin Yu and Old Man Lin had obviously run out of tricks for Lin Wan.

But even if you ask me for this matter, I have no tricks either!

If I could get Lin Wan to go back to inherit the family business, I would have done it long ago, would I have waited for you to come to my door?

Pei Qian silently shook his head. "To be honest, I don't have a clue about this matter either, I'm afraid I can't help."

Lin Chang quickly said, "It doesn't matter! I believe that a genius like President Pei will be able to come up with a solution. Moreover, A-Wan trusts you very much now, your success rate is higher than ours."

"President Pei, don't worry, you are not fighting alone. If there is anything you need, Shenhua Group will do everything possible to support you!"

"After it's done, there will definitely be another reward!"

Hmm? Another reward?

Could it be something that avoids the system funds?

Seeing the sincere looks in their eyes, Pei Qian reluctantly nodded. "Since that's the case, I'll think of a way."