[Urban] Collection of Beauties (Complete) - 1-3

[Synopsis] Guo Yiqiang, who grew up in an orphanage, finally reached the age of independence when he turned eighteen. He left the home he had lived in for seventeen years, bid farewell to the director who had cared for him for so long, and resolutely chose to start his own business, hoping to one day return home in glory and contribute to the orphanage. During his entrepreneurial journey, he used his ability to emit a seductive fragrance to attract women, gaining the help of various women and achieving great success in a short time.

Chapter 001: Entering

the World, the wind howls and the Yi River is cold; the hero departs, but will surely return.

Outside an orphanage on the outskirts of M City stood a simply dressed, resolute young man. His plain clothes could not conceal his handsome appearance, dashing face, and robust physique. He was a vibrant young man, spirited, radiant, and imposing.

But now, his face was filled with sorrow as he gazed at the dilapidated gate of the orphanage. A bustling crowd of men, women, and children stood, sat, and supported each other at the entrance. They were none other than the boy's family—his brothers and sisters, grandparents, uncles, and aunts.

A closer look revealed that most of them had physical disabilities or impairments. In fact, most of the children in the orphanage weren't actually orphans; they were simply pitiful children abandoned by heartless parents. Even more pitiful was that a large portion of them had some kind of mental disability—either intellectual or physical.

It makes sense, otherwise, how could parents, with their boundless love and compassion, bear to abandon their own flesh and blood? Of course, it wasn't just these orphans who were abandoned; there were also many healthy children in the orphanage. As for the reasons why, only their parents knew.

The boy outside the gate was one of them. Abandoned at the age of one, he lay in a thin swaddling cloth with no identification. His pitiful cries attracted the attention of Guo Xiuying, the orphanage director. Because he had no identification, Director Guo gave him her own name, Yiqiang, meaning "willing to be strong and resilient." From a young age, he was intelligent, lively, kind-hearted, and independent. He lived up to everyone's expectations, excelling academically and showing great compassion, carefully guiding and helping the other children in the orphanage. As he grew older

, he became an indispensable helper at the orphanage, gradually becoming the leader of the children. However, this wasn't due to bullying, but rather because everyone trusted, loved, and obeyed him. After school, besides taking care of their daily lives, he also imparted his knowledge, told them interesting stories and observations from school, described the beauty of the outside world, and encouraged them to strive for a better life.

He told them that sunshine always follows the storm, and that one cannot see a rainbow without experiencing hardship. He instilled in them a love of life, a cherishing of existence, and a positive outlook. He not only educated them through the small things in life but also provided them with warmth, love, and care from the depths of their hearts, cultivating their optimism in all things. He recounted how Zhang Haidi determined to succeed, demonstrating her indomitable spirit despite her disability. He also shared how Nikolai Ostrovsky overcame unimaginable difficulties with unwavering perseverance to begin his literary career. He further discussed how Stephen Hawking, a renowned British scientist who spent most of his life in a wheelchair and was physically disabled, dedicated his life to researching black holes, the realm of spacetime where ordinary physics theorems no longer apply, and the Big Bang principle of the origin of the universe.

Gazing at the familiar gazes and figures, at the kind, slightly hunched figure of Director Guo Xiuying, at Aunt Qin's reluctant and sorrowful expression as she oversaw their meals, at Aunt Guo's tearful eyes as she handled daily chores, at Xiao Jun's indomitable spirit, at Xiao Mei's red and swollen eyes, at the chubby boy eating his steamed bun, at Jingjing clutching her tattered doll… and so on—unforgettable memories, the pain, joy, sorrow, happiness, and sadness of being together, the childhood memories, the scenes of childhood, the growth of adolescence—all were deeply etched into his heart, becoming an indelible past.

He couldn't hold back the long-forgotten tears, which surged forth from his eyes, an overwhelming sadness. Despite this, he couldn't look back. Having chosen this path, for the orphanage, for himself, he had to persevere until he achieved his goal.

Outside the window, verdant fields, dense forests, rugged mountains, and babbling streams—everything from his hometown would be slowly carried away by the train bound for the provincial capital, to a completely unfamiliar environment.

The events of the past few days flashed vividly through his mind. It was the day the college entrance exam results were released. With excellent grades, he was confident he would get into his dream university, and sure enough, the results confirmed his belief when he checked with his school. He longed to go to university and experience university life, but the orphanage's financial situation simply wouldn't allow him that opportunity.

Besides the government's allocation enough to cover daily expenses and clothing supplies, the orphanage relied on donations from kind-hearted individuals, but that was far from sufficient. It did help with minor illnesses, purchasing necessities, and other household items, but with no other source of income, the orphanage was utterly unable to support Guo Yiqiang's exorbitant university tuition.

Director Guo Xiuying was also willing but unable to help, as most of her meager salary went to subsidizing the children. The sensible Guo Yiqiang didn't want to cause trouble for everyone, but instead chose another path: to work outside the orphanage. Guo Xiuying and the others disapproved of his decision, feeling that Guo Yiqiang was only eighteen years old, and the outside world was full of dangers, which wouldn't be good for someone so inexperienced. They believed that if he were to work, he should stay in the city, so it would be easier to care for the children and have the orphanage as a support; even if that didn't work out, at

least he would have a place to live. But Guo Yiqiang didn't think that way. He believed he couldn't live under the orphanage's care forever and wanted to learn to be independent and contribute to the orphanage that raised him. Finally, after Guo Yiqiang's insistence and explanation of the consequences, Guo Xiuying reluctantly agreed. But she still gave him a few words of advice, telling him to call her if he encountered any difficulties.

Chapter 002 Job Hunting

Guo Yiqiang, who had just gotten off the train, gazed at the towering buildings, the crisscrossing streets, the bustling traffic, and the hurried pedestrians. He sighed, "This is on a completely different level from M City." The city was incredibly prosperous, and the architectural styles were breathtaking, diverse and unique. International renowned brands, trendy clothing, local delicacies, and the city's latest fashion trends were all on display.

Overwhelmed by the sights, carrying only a simple suitcase, he looked around like a naive newcomer to the city, marveling at its beauty with exclamations of wonder, admiration, and awe. He was filled with curiosity about everything, pausing frequently to examine and study it closely. What is it constructed of? What materials are used? Why doesn't it collapse? Where are the load-bearing surfaces? And where does the support point break?

He'd forgotten all about the most important thing, and by the time he realized it, the city lights were already on. But now he had no interest in admiring the dazzling cityscape, the colorful neon lights, and the towering buildings illuminated by them. Finding a place to stay was his top priority; otherwise, he'd be homeless. He'd visited hotel after hotel, but none were more expensive than Guo Yiqiang's. Even the cheapest was fifty yuan. He only had the three hundred yuan the dean had given him before his trip; after deducting fifty-four for transportation, he only had two hundred and forty-seven yuan left.

How could he bear to spend so much money on a hotel? Left with no other choice, Guo Yiqiang decided to sleep on the streets. Luckily, it was June; as long as it didn't rain, he could simply lie down on a park bench and rest for the night. Desperate with hunger, he realized that aside from the breakfast he'd eaten before boarding the bus, he hadn't had a drop of water since. He knew that food was essential, and this was money he couldn't skimp on, nor could he afford to. But this society was so expensive that even the simplest boxed lunch cost ten yuan—equivalent to a day and a half's

worth of food in his hometown! With no other option, he settled for bread, spending three yuan on the cheapest bag, even saving the water he'd spotted in the park. He wolfed down six pieces of bread and then gulped down a dozen large mouthfuls of water. Patting his half-full stomach, he glanced at the clock tower in the park; it was already 9:30. He hadn't expected to waste so much time like this.

There was no other way; the job search would have to wait until tomorrow. For now, he needed to find a quiet place to get some sleep. He looked at several benches, but they were either occupied by couples or adults with children. Finally, he found an empty spot, only to have it snatched up by someone else. Exhausted, he finally settled on the grass under a large tree, tossed his backpack aside, used it as a pillow, and lay down. Gazing at the bright moonlight and the gentle evening breeze, he drifted off to sleep.

When he woke up, it was already the next morning. The bright sunlight, the chirping of insects and birds, the elderly doing their morning exercises in the square, the sanitation workers on the streets, and the buses coming and going—all showcased the city's vibrant life. The early bird catches the worm, or the early worm gets eaten by the bird; the key is whether you choose to be a bird or a worm!

A new day brings new gains. He went to the tap, turned it on, rinsed his mouth with the cool water, washed his face, and smelled himself. He found no unpleasant odor; instead, there was a faint, pleasant fragrance, though Guo Yiqiang couldn't quite place it—it seemed to be something he'd carried since childhood.

He bought two steamed buns and a cup of soy milk from a street vendor, quickly devoured them, and then began his job search. As a recent high school graduate with neither education nor experience, finding a decent job was out of the question. Guo Yiqiang opted for low-level jobs, such as waiters, waitresses, or back-of-house staff—jobs that didn't require much education.

Unfortunately, whether due to bad luck or sheer misfortune, he encountered a variety of unsuitable positions: either they were full, they didn't want newcomers, or they said he was too young. A whole host of reasons were given, but ultimately, they didn't want someone like him. The morning passed without him accomplishing anything.

He ate a quick bowl of noodles for lunch and then, mustering his energy, began his job search. This time, he took any job that wasn't too demanding, even construction sites. But all his efforts were in vain; they all rejected him because he was too young and lacked education. At nearly 1.8 meters tall, he certainly didn't look young, and aside from his still-present air of refinement, Guo Yiqiang never seemed small to anyone!

Disappointed and helpless, another day was about to end. He had no choice but to return to his usual spot for the night and try harder the next day. Luckily, he had walked all day and was quite familiar with the area, otherwise he would have gotten lost long ago. Dragging his weary body, he walked slowly towards the park.

Just as he reached the park entrance, he heard a woman's voice shouting, "Robbery! Robbery!" In the blink of an eye, a young man with brightly colored hair, clutching a woman's handbag, charged towards Guo Yiqiang, brandishing a small knife and yelling, "Get out of the way if you don't want to die!" Guo Yiqiang, of course, didn't want to die, but he also didn't want to let the robber get away so easily. As he dodged, he stretched out his right leg, and as expected, the man fell flat on his face, groaning on the ground. Guo Yiqiang wasn't about to let such a good opportunity slip by. He immediately stepped forward, snatched the stolen bag, and kicked the knife away from the man's hand.

Unfortunately, before he could react, he was tackled from behind. It happened in a flash, the movement was swift, and Guo Yiqiang had no time to react. He landed face down, back up, hands clasped behind his back, and his back was pinned down.

Guo Yiqiang was not only in pain all over from the fall, but he was also completely bewildered. Is this the consequence of doing good in a big city? I remember seeing reports on TV before that robbers always acted in twos and threes. Was I just unlucky enough to run into one?

But then I heard someone speaking behind me and realized I was innocent. "Kid, you're so young, what are you learning but robbery? Are you tired of living, wanting to go to jail?"

The speaker was a woman, and the fragrance emanating from her suggested she was young. Unfortunately, Guo Yiqiang couldn't see her face and didn't know what she looked like.

Seeing that the other party wasn't one of the people he imagined, he immediately became angry

and shouted, "Miss, are you sure you haven't mistaken me for someone else? Why are you hitting people indiscriminately without even asking what happened?" He only received a hard rap on the head in return, followed by angry shouts, "Kid, look carefully! I'm not some 'Miss,' I'm a police officer. Still saying it wasn't you? What are you holding in your hand? You won't admit it until you're faced with the consequences!

Wait till we get back to the station, I'll teach you a lesson!" With that, he pulled Guo Yiqiang up... (

Chapter 003: The Beautiful Woman)

Luckily, a savior arrived. The woman who had been robbed finally caught up, grabbed Guo Yiqiang, and asked, "Hello, comrade, is this your bag?"

The woman took it and said, "Yes, this is mine."

"Please check if any valuables are missing,"

the policewoman asked. The woman quickly opened the bag and carefully checked it, finally saying with relief, "Nothing's missing, thank you so much."

The policewoman smiled and said, "You're welcome, serving the people."

Then she pushed Guo Yiqiang forward and asked, "Look, did this guy snatch your bag?"

Only then did the woman pay attention to the man the policewoman had apprehended. After a close look, she shook her head and said, "No."

"No, you saw clearly,"

the policewoman said disbelievingly. "It really wasn't him. The young man who snatched my bag had brightly dyed hair; you could recognize him at a glance."

The woman stated definitively. Guo Yiqiang was about to tell her to release him, but the policewoman's next words infuriated him. "If it wasn't him, it could be his accomplice. How about this, comrade, please come with me to make a statement!"

The woman checked the time, looking troubled. "This…"

Guo Yiqiang was genuinely afraid of being wrongly accused and taken to the police station, so he quickly said loudly, "Officer, I really didn't snatch her bag. I took it from the robber, and before I could return it to this lady, you knocked me down. I'm truly innocent; you can ask the people around here if you don't believe me."

"So, where's the robber?"

the policewoman questioned. Guo Yiqiang turned his head and said, "He's lying over there!"

But he was dumbfounded; there wasn't even a piece of trash on the ground. It seemed the guy had already run away when he realized things weren't going well.

Unable to defend himself, Guo Yiqiang saw the onlookers and excitedly shouted, "It's true! You can ask everyone; they can testify for me. I don't think you can disbelieve the eyes of the masses!"

Immediately, an old man stepped forward and testified, "Yes! If it weren't for him, that robber would have escaped long ago."

"That's right, there are very few young people like that nowadays." "

Officer, you mustn't have arrested the wrong person."

"..."

"..."

Clearly, with so many people testifying for Guo Yiqiang, the policewoman couldn't help but believe him. Taking advantage of the situation, Guo Yiqiang protested, "Officer, please remove my handcuffs."

The policewoman, realizing she had meant well but had done something wrong—not only failing to catch the real robber but also failing the "good Samaritan" test in public, embarrassing both herself and the police—felt extremely awkward and embarrassed. Hearing Guo Yiqiang's words, she hurriedly removed his handcuffs.

Guo Yiqiang shook his hands, which had been pressed tightly together, and rubbed the red marks on his wrists. He said with slight anger, "I didn't expect this policewoman to be so skilled. She threw me around so easily that I was dizzy. Her work efficiency

is really impressive. If you grandpas, grandmas, uncles, and aunts hadn't testified for me, I'd really be in jail tonight." Guo Yiqiang's sarcastic remarks made the policewoman's face turn red and green alternately. She had indeed made a mistake and had no chance to refute it. Finally, unable to bear it any longer, she chose to escape. She

had just taken a step when Guo Yiqiang called out to her, "Policewoman, are you just going to leave like this?"

Unable to tolerate it any longer, she retorted with a mocking smile, "I'm not leaving. Are you going to invite me for tea?"

"No need for tea, you just owe me an apology,"

Guo Yiqiang mocked. The policewoman glanced at the surrounding crowd, gritted her teeth, slowly turned around, and reluctantly whispered, "I'm sorry, okay?"

Guo Yiqiang wasn't about to let her off so easily, and deliberately shouted, "What did you say? I didn't hear you."

The policewoman paused, took a deep breath, and yelled, "I'm sorry, okay?"

Guo Yiqiang stepped forward, glanced at the sign on her chest under the streetlight, and then smiled, "Since you're so sincere, I'll forgive your misdeeds against me."

The policewoman was furious. Since he dared to call it a 'misdeed,' although she was indignant, she knew the occasion was inappropriate. If she really did something, it would damage the reputation of the police.

Watching the departing figure, Guo Yiqiang finally had a chance to pick up his fallen backpack. Seeing the dispersing crowd, Guo Yiqiang was just about to buy some food and go 'home' to rest. But a call of "Little brother!"

stopped Guo Yiqiang. He looked up and saw the woman whose bag had been snatched. He dusted himself off and said, "Oh, it's you, big sister! Why haven't you left yet?"

The woman smiled happily and said, "I could be your mother, and you still call me big sister."

Upon hearing this, Guo Yiqiang began to scrutinize her closely. She wore a white shirt and trousers that accentuated her beautiful figure and gave her an extraordinary air. She was pure and flawless, like a goddess, breathtakingly beautiful, and noble beyond reproach. She had a straight, jade-like nose and bright eyes. Her body was curvaceous and beautiful, with perfectly proportioned curves. Her high, firm breasts pushed up her shirt, and her rounded, soft shoulders and trousers hugged her body, highlighting her long, shapely legs and full, sexy buttocks, arousing all the desire. No matter how Guo Yiqiang looked at her, she didn't seem like a mother at all; she was just a mature and beautiful woman.

Guo Yiqiang said incredulously, "Big sister, don't joke with me. You don't look like you're thirty at all."

The woman chuckled and said, "You, I didn't realize you'd learned to be so flirtatious at such a young age."

Seeing her disbelief, Guo Yiqiang quickly said sincerely again, "I'm serious, big sister, who wouldn't think we're siblings when we walk together!"

The woman looked at Guo Yiqiang's sincere yet still elegant and handsome face, thinking how many younger and more handsome brothers she wished she had! Then, she inwardly cursed herself for being shameless; her daughter was almost his age, yet she was still having such thoughts. Her pretty face flushed slightly, and she said shyly, "Alright, alright, I believe you." She

then brushed the dust off Guo Yiqiang's clothes and asked, "Were you hurt just now?"

"I'm fine, I'm in great shape,"

Guo Yiqiang patted his chest. "Are you really alright? Should we go to the hospital for a checkup?"

the woman asked worriedly. Guo Yiqiang was startled to hear this. Going to the hospital for a checkup would be the death of him; it was a place that would devour people. He hurriedly said, "I'm really fine, I can run and jump."

The woman was relieved to see that Guo Yiqiang was truly alright, but she noticed something amiss in his expression. "May

I ask your name, young man?" "My name is Guo Yiqiang. And you, elder sister?"

Guo Yiqiang said, "My surname is Chen, and my given name is Suqing."

“Then I’ll call you Sister Qing!”

Guo Yiqiang asked with a smile. (

Chapter 004 Passion Outside the Door)

What’s wrong with having a young man call her “sister”? It sounds much better than calling her “auntie,” Chen Suqing thought to herself, but said aloud, “Whatever you want!”

Then she added, “I really have to thank you for that earlier, otherwise my bag would have been stolen.”

Guo Yiqiang smiled shyly and said, “It’s nothing, just a small favor.”

Chen Suqing praised, “You can’t say that. Only you would dare to do something so small. I haven’t seen anyone else dare to do that.”

She paused slightly and asked, “Yiqiang! Have you eaten?”

Just then, Guo Yiqiang’s stomach growled, answering Chen Suqing’s question. Guo Yiqiang smiled awkwardly.

"Since you haven't eaten yet, let me treat you to a meal! Consider it a small token of my appreciation!"

Chen Suqing said with a sweet smile. "Sister Qing, no need!"

Guo Yiqiang refused. Chen Suqing's expression turned displeased. "If you don't go, you're disrespecting me. Besides, you've already called me 'sister,' and you won't even give me face for treating you to a meal?"

With such a heavy accusation, Guo Yiqiang had no choice but to agree. "Alright then! But don't go to anything too expensive."

Chen Suqing immediately smiled and said, "Don't worry, I guarantee it won't be expensive, and you'll eat comfortably and without worry." She

added, "Come on, let me lead the way."

Guo Yiqiang finally witnessed the talent of women in changing their expressions, displaying this amazing skill from Sichuan opera to its fullest extent.

As they walked, Chen Suqing led him to the entrance of a garden-style residential area. Confused, he caught up and asked, "Sister Qing, have we taken the wrong road?"

Chen Suqing smiled sweetly and said, "No, don't worry, I won't take you to sell yourself."

Seeing that Chen Suqing had said so, Guo Yiqiang could only silently follow behind. Looking at Chen Suqing's undulating hips, the young virgin couldn't help but swallow hard, quickly averting his eyes. He told himself, how could he be so disrespectful to Sister Qing? How could he be so despicable and shameless? But soon he couldn't take his eyes off her again.

At first, Chen Suqing didn't pay attention, but gradually she felt the burning gaze on her buttocks. She knew it was only Guo Yiqiang behind her, meaning those eyes must belong to him. Using the corner of the corridor as a guide, Chen Suqing saw a man's lustful desire for a woman. Her heart pounded, two conflicting voices battling within her: "No, I must stop him, tell him this is wrong," she thought. "And yet, I can't believe my body, in my thirties, can still attract a young man." "Let him look! It's not like I'll lose anything anyway."

Before she knew it, Chen Suqing had reached the door, about to take out her keys, when Guo Yiqiang suddenly bumped into her from behind. It turned out Guo Yiqiang's attention was completely focused on Chen Suqing's buttocks; he hadn't expected her to suddenly stop. By the time he realized what was happening, it was too late; he was already embracing her soft, warm body.

In his arms, Chen Suqing's mind went blank. She only felt a faint, sweet fragrance emanating from him. His strong, powerful body was even more impactful on Guo Yiqiang. The scent of lilies filled her nostrils, his fair face flushed, his mature, voluptuous figure, his curvaceous body, full breasts, flat stomach, and plump buttocks aroused Guo Yiqiang unconsciously, causing him to press his erection between Chen Suqing's arms.

Chen Suqing immediately felt the heat and intensity within him, letting out a soft "hmm" as she leaned weakly against Guo Yiqiang. His hands involuntarily caressed her flat, soft abdomen. And so, the two quietly savored each other's body heat and breath.

A slight click of the lock startled them. Chen Suqing hurriedly pushed Guo Yiqiang away, but before she could recover, she collapsed into his arms. Guo Yiqiang had no choice but to use his body as a barrier to support her.

Soon after, the door to the next room opened, and a man and a woman emerged. They didn't pay much attention to Chen Suqing, assuming they were simply preparing to open the door.

Once the couple left, Chen Suqing recovered, quickly shaking off Guo Yiqiang's hands and standing to the side, blushing and playfully scolding, "You naughty little brother!"

After saying this, she felt a surge of shame, secretly thinking that if she hadn't acted impulsively, how could he have dared to do such a thing? She glanced sideways at Guo Yiqiang, only to see him hanging his head like a child who had made a mistake, looking full of regret and awaiting judgment.

Seeing him like this, Chen Suqing couldn't bear to scold him. After all, he was just a child, and his inability to control himself was only temporary. Little did she realize that this was just an excuse she was making for herself. Composing himself, Guo Yiqiang said, "Yiqiang, you're not allowed to do this again. I'll forgive you this time!"

Guo Yiqiang had been worried that Chen Suqing would slap him and tell him to get lost for his shameless behavior. But to his surprise, Chen Suqing forgave him and didn't even scold him. Overjoyed, he grabbed Chen Suqing's hands and said sincerely, "Sister Qing, thank you, thank you so much! I'll never do it again."

Guo Yiqiang's childlike behavior made Chen Suqing feel that her decision was right. "Good to know. I'll pretend this never happened, and you're not allowed to think about it again."

Guo Yiqiang's handsome face flushed, and he said, "I understand, Sister Qing."

But in his heart, he thought, "That's something I'll never forget."

Chen Suqing straightened her clothes and said calmly, "Alright then, let's go in!"

Just as she was about to open the door, it opened from the inside. It was none other than Chen Suqing's daughter, Su Yixiu, who was watching TV in the living room. She was wondering why her mother was so late when she heard the familiar voice outside and excitedly ran to open the door.

"Mom, why are you so late today! I'm starving!"

Su Yixiu grabbed the door handle and said sweetly. Chen Suqing pretended to be annoyed and said coquettishly, "You silly girl, Mom's home late, can't you cook for yourself? You could let your mom eat your cooking!"

With that, she shook her head and went inside.

As Su Yixiu was about to close the door, she noticed a young man standing outside, looking dazed. She hadn't seen him before because her mother had blocked her view, but now that he had suddenly appeared, she exclaimed anxiously, "Mom, who is this?!"

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Chapter 005 Stunning Mother and Daughter

Guo Yiqiang was stunned when Su Yixiu opened the door and called out "Mom." He couldn't believe that his beloved Qingjie would have such a grown daughter. Seeing their similar appearance, if Guo Yiqiang hadn't heard her address Chen Suqing, he would have assumed they were sisters. But reality was right before his eyes, leaving him no choice but to believe it.

Chen Suqing patted her head, saying apologetically, "Look, how could I forget?" She

then immediately invited Guo Yiqiang in, saying, "Quick, Yiqiang, come in first."

Su Yixiu closed the door, puzzled. She thought that her mother had never brought a man home before; why would she suddenly bring in a complete stranger today?

After inviting Guo Yiqiang to sit on the sofa, Chen Suqing quickly poured him a glass of water, saying, "Yiqiang, have some water first."

Guo Yiqiang hurriedly put his backpack on the ground and took it with both hands, saying, "Thank you, Sister Qing."

Su Yixiu was confused. He looked to be about the same age as her! Why wasn't he calling her "Auntie," but "Sister Qing"? Could it be that he and her mother had some special relationship, causing her to overthink and set up a boyfriend? Then she was very surprised and incredulous. Her mother wouldn't be thinking about an older woman dating a younger man—no, how could she say that? It should be a May-December romance, a relationship between an older woman and a younger man!

Chen Suqing saw her daughter standing silently in the entryway, glancing at the two women, probably lost in thought. To avoid arousing Su Yixiu's suspicion, Chen Suqing beckoned. Seeing her daughter approach, Chen Suqing smiled and said, "Yiqiang, this is my daughter, Su Yixiu. Xiuxiu, this is Guo Yiqiang."

Guo Yiqiang quickly stood up and greeted her, "Hello."

Su Yixiu glanced at Guo Yiqiang silently, then turned to her mother and asked, "Mom, what should I call him? And who is he?"

Chen Suqing blushed slightly, realizing her daughter had overheard their address. However, seeing that Guo Yiqiang wasn't much older than her, she smiled slightly and said, "Of course, call him Brother Qiang. Am I sure I'm not mistaken? Yiqiang, how old are you this year?"

"I'll be eighteen in two months,"

Guo Yiqiang said softly. Su Yixiu thought to herself, "He's only two years older than me, calling him brother wouldn't be unreasonable, but he calls Mom 'Sister Qing.' This relationship is too complicated!" Thinking for a moment, Su Yixiu said, "Mom, I think I heard him call you Sister Qing. I called him Brother Qiang, isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

Chen Suqing hesitated for a moment, then said angrily, "What's wrong with that? We each keep our own ways. Besides, your mom doesn't look like your sister."

Then she added, "Yiqiang, don't you think so?"

Guo Yiqiang's handsome face flushed slightly with embarrassment, "We do look alike, but..."

"Mom, who dares to say you're old? When we're together, everyone thinks we're sisters!"

Su Yixiu said ingratiatingly. Chen Suqing smiled slightly and said, "Then it's settled. I'll go cook first, you take care of your Brother Qiang for me."

Su Yixiu said coquettishly, "Okay, go cook! I'll take good care of your Brother Qiang."

Hearing this, Chen Suqing said with infinite shyness, "You brat, I've learned to tease you, are you itching for a fight?"

"Mom, what nonsense are you talking about?"

Su Yixiu glanced at Guo Yiqiang, who was drinking water, and said coquettishly with a hint of resentment. Chen Suqing seemed to have won a battle, humming a little tune happily as she walked easily into the bedroom.

Su Yixiu chuckled softly, saying with a touch of embarrassment, "Brother Qiang, is that right? Don't be shy, my mom is just like this."

Only then did Guo Yiqiang have a chance to observe the girl in front of him more closely. She wore a yellow short-sleeved t-shirt with blue printed denim shorts, with delicate, arched eyebrows, a small, straight nose, and rosy lips. Her skin was fair and delicate, her demeanor beautiful and graceful, her hair styled in a cloud-like bun, making her seem like an ethereal fairy. Gentle, charming, lively, and elegant, she possessed a youthful radiance compared to her mother's mature beauty. In short, Su Yixiu seemed to be a carbon copy of Chen Suqing, or perhaps Su Yixiu was simply a younger version of Chen Suqing. Both mother and daughter were so captivating and mesmerizing.

Su Yixiu was about to get angry when she saw Guo Yiqiang staring at her intently, but then she noticed that his expression was devoid of any lustful intent, only pure admiration and appreciation. This calmed her down. She coughed lightly and smiled, "Brother Qiang, I don't know how you know my mother."

Guo Yiqiang's handsome face flushed slightly. He knew he'd been caught staring, and glancing sideways at Su Yixiu, he was relieved to see no displeasure on her face. "We haven't known each other for very long," he said.

Su Yixiu didn't believe him. "Not long?" she said

. Then, seeing Guo Yiqiang's simple attire and the bag he was carrying, she began to believe him.

Seeing her disbelief, Guo Yiqiang quickly and frankly told Su Yixiu about his acquaintance with Chen Suqing, even recounting the embarrassing incident of being tackled by a policewoman.

After hearing the whole story, Su Yixiu finally understood what had happened. No wonder her mother had brought him home for dinner; it seemed she had misunderstood. However, he was indeed quite handsome, tall and dashing, so it's not surprising that Mom would like someone like that!

"Dinner's ready, you two go wash your hands and get ready to eat."

Chen Suqing, wearing a pure white apron and carrying three pairs of bowls and chopsticks, called out with a smile to Guo Yiqiang, who had just returned from washing his hands. Guo Yiqiang wanted to help carry some food to the dining table, but Chen Suqing stopped him, saying, "Yiqiang, you're a guest today, you can just sit down. Xiuxiu can help."

Upon hearing this, Guo Yiqiang had no choice but to sit down at the dining table and look around at the decor. Compared to the luxurious living room, the small dining room was in no way inferior. The elegant tempered glass table was covered with a silk cotton tablecloth, and the delicate silver chopsticks and exquisite bowls all showcased the host's refined taste. This was an eye-opener for Guo Yiqiang, a country boy; he had never imagined that dining could be like this.

Chen Suqing slowly placed a bowl of egg drop soup on the table. Guo Yiqiang, who was staring intently at her, inadvertently caught a glimpse of her beautiful exposed breasts. Chen Suqing had changed into a new outfit; her purple short-sleeved cotton round-neck blouse, due to her bending over, revealed her ample breasts beneath a white bra. The large, firm peaks were not concealed by the small half-cup, exposing half of her snow-white breasts, making it impossible for Guo Yiqiang to look away.

Her full, rounded breasts swayed gently with each step, creating waves of allure. Guo Yiqiang's gaze was fixed on Chen Suqing's round, pert buttocks, the outline of her underwear visible through her beige trousers. With his sharp eyes, Guo Yiqiang could clearly see that it was just a narrow piece of fabric. Could that be the legendary lingerie? The immense temptation caused Guo Yiqiang's lower body to swell rapidly, almost bursting, even more so than when he had just undressed outside the door.

Su Yixiu's arrival made the embarrassed Guo Yiqiang hurriedly pull at his beige shirt, barely managing to cover his unsightly state. To resist the temptation, Guo Yiqiang forced himself to look away and try to distract himself with thoughts...

Chapter 006 Heartbreaking Memories

Finally, all the dishes were served, and the three of them sat on opposite sides of the table. Chen Suqing sat in the center, while Guo Yiqiang and Su Yixiu each occupied one side. The already small table was overflowing with all sorts of delicious dishes, making Guo Yiqiang's mouth water.

Chen Suqing brushed a strand of hair from her forehead and smiled sweetly, "Yiqiang! I'm sorry, we don't have much to offer you, just these few dishes, please don't mind."

Regaining his composure, Guo Yiqiang quickly replied, "Not at all, I've never eaten so many dishes in my life."

Hearing this, Chen Suqing smiled happily, "Yiqiang, you're so good at talking."

She thought Guo Yiqiang was just being polite, but little did she know that he genuinely had never seen so many dishes in one meal, not even during the New Year.

Guo Yiqiang tried to defend himself, saying, "No, actually I was..."

"Mom, Qiang-ge, let's not talk about this anymore, let's eat!"

Su Yixiu's chopsticks were itching to start eating, but since the head of the family hadn't said anything, and there were guests present,

Chen Suqing looked at her daughter's adorable face and said indulgently, "Besides eating, what else do you know!"

Then she added, "Yiqiang! You drink alcohol."

"It's because Mom, your cooking is so delicious!"

Su Yixiu pouted and said with a grin, "Sister Qing, I don't drink, no need to spend money."

Guo Yiqiang had never drunk alcohol before and was afraid he would lose control if he did, and it wouldn't be convenient for him to leave tonight.

“How can a real man not know how to drink? It’s okay, we’ll just have some red wine, it won’t make you drunk.”

Chen Suqing encouraged her, disagreeing. “Yay, Mom, I want to drink too! You sit down, I’ll go get it.”

Su Yixiu shouted happily. She had wanted to drink for a long time but had never had the chance. Usually, Chen Suqing would stop her from drinking. Today, she finally had a chance, so why would she let it go so easily?

Chen Suqing warmly greeted, "Come on, Yiqiang, let's eat first, don't be so formal."

She then placed a fresh shrimp in Guo Yiqiang's bowl, saying, "Come on, try this shrimp, cucumber, and fish maw stew, see if it's good."

Guo Yiqiang quickly reached for his bowl, looking somewhat awkward, and thanked her, "Thank you, Sister Qing, I can do it myself. No need to specially serve me food."

"Okay, then you should relax and make yourself at home,"

Chen Suqing said with a smile. Su Yixiu, carrying a bottle of red wine and three wine glasses, quickly walked over, saying, "The wine's here, it took me a lot of effort to open it."

Then, displeased, she added, "Oh! Mom, you're biased, you started eating before I even got there."

"I'm scared of you, here's some stir-fried chicken for you."

Chen Suqing stuffed some into Su Yixiu's mouth, laughing and scolding. Guo Yiqiang looked at the warm scene between the mother and daughter, the affectionate atmosphere, the loving mother and the tender family bond, and couldn't help but feel sad. Fatherly love, motherly love, family affection—these things seemed so far away from him, almost hopeless in this life. How he longed for a day like that! Even if life was poor and difficult, he could endure it, as long as he was with his family.

Chen Suqing noticed Guo Yiqiang's unusual expression. Seeing his pain, envy, and sorrow, she felt a pang of heartache. What kind of experience had caused him such sadness? Chen Suqing felt an urge to pull him into her arms, to feel his feelings, and to share his sorrow.

"Brother Qiang, are you alright?"

Su Yixiu noticed the awkward atmosphere and asked with concern. Guo Yiqiang turned his head to wipe away the tears that hadn't yet fallen from the corner of his eye, hesitated for a moment, and then said, "I'm fine, just got some sand in my eye."

The strong-willed man wouldn't allow himself to shed precious tears in front of strangers, not even the mother and daughter who had been so kind to him.

Chen Suqing understood a man's pride and didn't press him, actually more out of fear that he would recall unhappy memories of the past. "It's good that you're alright, let's eat quickly!"

Su Yixiu, with a mother-daughter bond, stood up and handed him glasses filled with red wine, smiling awkwardly, "Come on, let's toast to tonight."

Chen Suqing stood up and teased sweetly, "Is that an acceptable excuse? You want to drink, so just drink! Why come up with such a flimsy reason?"

Su Yixiu chuckled and pouted, saying, "Why not? Brother Qiang, come on, let's toast."

Guo Yiqiang picked up his glass, about to clink glasses, but then realized something: where was the host? Out of politeness, he asked, "Where's my elder brother?"

For a moment, neither Chen Suqing nor Su Yixiu recognized the "elder brother" in the question. But soon Chen Suqing's face darkened, and she sat down silently. Su Yixiu's eyes also reddened; she glared at Guo Yiqiang and said sadly, "My father left not long after I was born."

Guo Yiqiang looked apologetically at Chen Suqing and Su Yixiu and said, "Sister Qing, Xiuxiu, I'm sorry. I reminded you of unhappy things."

Every family has its own troubles.

Chen Suqing smiled and said, "It's alright, so much time has passed, we're used to it."

The somber atmosphere triggered tears that Guo Yiqiang hadn't shed before. The pain buried in his heart for years seemed to find an outlet in that instant, finally causing him to shed tears of sorrow for his tragic past. The tears flowed like a burst dam, dripping onto the table. His voice choked with emotion.

The mother and daughter's sadness was drawn to Guo Yiqiang's sobs. Puzzled as to why he seemed even more heartbroken than they were, they exchanged a glance, both showing their confusion. Chen Suqing took out a tissue and handed it to him, saying, "Yiqiang, what's wrong? Don't cry. Talk it out."

After a long while, Guo Yiqiang finally recovered, wiped away his tears, and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I made you all laugh."

"Yiqiang, if something's bothering you, you can tell us. It's hard to keep it all inside,"

Chen Suqing said with concern. Su Yixiu also looked at Guo Yiqiang encouragingly, "Yes! Brother Qiang, we'll be great people for you to confide in."

Looking at the mother and daughter's caring gaze, Guo Yiqiang was deeply moved. They had only known each other for a short time, yet they cared for him so much. He longed to be a part of their family; the feeling was like the warmth of home. So, Guo Yiqiang revealed his background and purpose to them without reservation.

The mother and daughter listened and cried, tears streaming down their faces, turning what should have been a celebratory banquet into a place for recounting their sorrows. Finally, after hearing Guo Yiqiang's tragic story, they seemed to have shed all their tears, leaving only soft sobs... (

Chapter 007

: A Long-Awaited Blessing) Su Yixiu raised her head and shook it, saying, "Brother Qiang, I should be the one apologizing to you. I stirred up your unfortunate memories."

Guo Yiqiang felt much better after speaking out. It wasn't like before, suppressing his feelings, as if a thorn was piercing his heart—very thin and small, yet still powerfully embedded, preventing him from seeing the world clearly. Now that it's out in the open, the thorn is like it's been pulled out. No more flaws, no more pain, only a better heart to face things. "I also want to thank you all for letting me express my pain so frankly for the first time. I feel much better now."

Chen Suqing stood up, raised her glass, and laughed happily, "Come on, let's leave all the unpleasantness behind and start living a happy and wonderful life from today onwards! Cheers!"

Guo Yiqiang and Su Yixiu also stood up happily, clinked their glasses together, and then raised their heads to drink large gulps of red wine. Everyone laughed happily after finishing their drinks. The pain seemed to have truly left them at that moment, but was it really? Only they themselves knew.

When everyone started eating, they realized the food had gone cold. Dinner had to be postponed again, and everyone worked together to reheat the dishes. By the time they ate again, it was already past ten o'clock at night.

During the meal, Chen Suqing remembered that Guo Yiqiang had come to H City alone to look for work, and that he had no relatives or friends there. "Yiqiang, have you found a job yet?"

Guo Yiqiang smiled sheepishly and said, "Not yet."

"Brother Qiang, do you have a place to stay?"

Su Yixiu peeled shrimp and asked with concern. "No, I don't."

"So where did you sleep last night?"

Su Yixiu took a bite of shrimp and continued to press. "Um... this... last night in the park."

Guo Yiqiang blushed, embarrassed and ashamed, and said, "The park? You mean you spent the night in the park last night?"

Su Yixiu put down her chopsticks and exclaimed in surprise, "Yes." Guo Yiqiang lowered his head and responded, "Yiqiang, when I met you in the park before, were you thinking..."

Chen Suqing said with heartache. Guo Yiqiang knew that what she was going to say next was whether he was planning to spend the night there again tonight. In order not to worry them, he suppressed a smile and said, "Actually, the park is quite nice. It doesn't cost any money. You can use the sky as your roof and the ground as your bed. You can be at peace with nature. It's very nice."

Guo Yiqiang's words brought tears to the eyes of the mother and daughter again. If they hadn't held back, they might have burst into tears. Although they couldn't understand the tears, they could imagine the bitterness in them. Overwhelmed by maternal love, Chen Suqing couldn't help but get up and walk to Guo Yiqiang, gently embracing his head and stroking his hair. She said sadly, "My child, you've suffered so much. Let me take care of you from now on!"

Guo Yiqiang, held in her arms, was deeply moved at first, but then he felt her full, firm breasts softly pressed against his face, revealing a large expanse of fair, delicate skin and a hint of cleavage. Her white, lace bra was faintly visible, and the light scent of lavender blended with the soft, mature woman's fragrance, even carrying a subtle hint of milky scent. This allure was, for Guo Yiqiang, undoubtedly the most potent and intoxicating aphrodisiac.

Even more impressively, Su Yixiu also ran up behind him and hugged him tightly. Caught in a pincer movement, Guo Yiqiang was thoroughly enjoying the pleasures of the woman. The small, delicate, still-developing breasts and the unique virgin scent of the young girl at the back of his head made Guo Yiqiang unable to control his desire. His little brother, unable to resist the urge, was about to emerge.

If Guo Yiqiang hadn't had some self-control, he would have definitely succumbed to his animalistic urges and pinned the mother and daughter down on the table to vent his lust. Thinking of their kindness towards him, he shamelessly entertained these wicked thoughts. The thought of his desecration extinguished his lust, turning it into a mere spark, waiting for the day it would reignite and become a raging fire that would destroy his reason.

To escape his current embarrassing situation, he was breathing heavily and making muffled "ooh-ooh-ooh" sounds. Only then did Chen Suqing realize the problem. She hadn't considered this aspect at the time, simply treating him as a child needing comfort, not realizing he was already a young man. She hurriedly pushed him away, checking her clothes for anything amiss. Her fair cheeks were flushed, a seductive allure emanating from her. Her eyes were slightly open, her cherry lips parted as she breathed heavily. Noticing her daughter still clinging to him, she quickly feigned anger, saying, "Xiuxiu, get up! Why are you clinging to your Qiang-ge?"

It wasn't that Su Yixiu didn't want to get up, but she had a problem she couldn't explain. She felt weak all over, limp like a drunkard. The culprit was the fragrance emanating from Guo Yiqiang—a fragrance reminiscent of orchids and plum blossoms, cool and elegant, unlike any other woman's perfume. Because Su Yixiu was behind Guo Yiqiang, their bodies were mostly in contact, so she felt it deeply. The scent made her feel like an addict; the more she smelled, the more she wanted to smell it. The more she smelled, the more rapid her breathing became, her body heated up, stimulating her desire and increasing her sensitivity. At this moment, she noticed a wet stain in the middle of her white lace panties. She wasn't a naive little girl anymore; she knew it was a woman's vaginal fluid, which only appeared during arousal. Su Yixiu was completely bewildered. How could she react like this just from physical contact with a young man? Was she a naturally promiscuous girl? She shook her head—no. But she couldn't explain why her body was reacting this way. Could it be something only happens to someone she likes? That means I've fallen for Qiang Ge, whom I've only met a short time ago…

Seeing her daughter's reluctance to get up, Chen Suqing couldn't help but go over and pull her up. Only then did Su Yixiu have a chance to stand up from Guo Yiqiang. Guo Yiqiang dared not make any movement, fearing that a single mishap might lead to unnecessary physical contact and misunderstandings.

Finally seeing her daughter back in her seat, Chen Suqing felt much more relaxed, but a question lingered in her mind: why did she feel resistant and unhappy seeing her daughter clinging to him? Was she jealous of her daughter? No, how could that be?

Su Yixiu was still recovering. To avoid her mother and Guo Yiqiang noticing her unusual behavior, she deliberately slumped over the table, pretending to be drunk. Secretly, she was trying to recover quickly while trying to figure out what had happened to her. She couldn't come up with a solution after thinking for a long time, but she did notice one thing: Guo Yiqiang had a very pleasant fragrance… (

Chapter 008: Overnight Stay)

For a while, everyone was silent. After a long while, Chen Suqing, who was more mature than them both physically and mentally, broke the silence first, speaking softly, "Yiqiang, what are you planning to do tonight?"

Guo Yiqiang understood her meaning, but besides going back to the park, it seemed he had nowhere to go. He said hesitantly, "I…"

"I think you don't need to go back. Just sleep here tonight!"

Chen Suqing suggested gently. "How can that be? It's not very convenient for me here."

Although Guo Yiqiang really wanted to stay, he considered that the room was occupied by women, and it was inappropriate for a boy like him to stay.

"What's inconvenient about it? We happen to have a spare room in our house."

Upon hearing this, Su Yixiu supported her mother's words, unaware that Guo Yiqiang's apparent inconvenience wasn't about the house. The perceptive Chen Suqing immediately understood the reason from Guo Yiqiang's expression. To reassure him, she said gently, "We don't find it inconvenient at all. Do you think your humble abode is inferior to Sister Xianqing's?"

Since Chen Suqing had said so, any further delay from Guo Yiqiang would clearly indicate his dissatisfaction. Besides, why be hypocritical? He was already more than willing. Living with such a stunning mother and daughter was a rare opportunity. "Then I thank Sister Qing in advance, but I'll only stay one night,"

Chen Suqing said sweetly. "That's settled then, you can stay as many nights as you like."

She then instructed Su Yixiu, "Xiuxiu, go and tidy up the room for your brother Qiang!"

Before Su Yixiu could act, Guo Yiqiang interjected, "No need to trouble Xiuxiu, I'll go myself."

Su Yixiu smiled sweetly, "It's alright, consider it a little act of filial piety from your younger sister to her brother!"

“Since Xiuxiu has said so, don’t refuse anymore.”

Chen Suqing smiled and nodded at her daughter. Before Guo Yiqiang could speak, Su Yixiu interjected, “Then Mom, I’ll go first. You two chat!”

She then walked briskly towards a door next to the dining room.

Only after Su Yixiu entered the room did Chen Suqing ask, “Yiqiang, what kind of job are you planning to look for?”

Guo Yiqiang, seeing Chen Suqing ask about finding a job and considering the difficulties involved, lost his temper and said dejectedly, “Right now, I’m willing to do any job that pays.”

Chen Suqing understood that for someone his age and education, apart from factory jobs which had few requirements, other jobs were indeed quite difficult. She suddenly remembered that her company was currently short-staffed, but the job content wasn’t quite suitable for a grown man like him. She hesitated for a moment, wondering if telling him would hurt his pride, and then said, “There is a job available now, but I don’t know if you’d be willing to take it.”

Guo Yiqiang, hearing such a good opportunity… Without a second thought, she happily replied, "Of course I'd be willing!"

Chen Suqing smiled gently, "I haven't even said what I'd do, and you're already willing."

Guo Yiqiang chimed in with a laugh, "Even if you sold me, Sister Qing, I'd be willing."

Chen Suqing was deeply moved. Although it was just a simple joke, it revealed a profound meaning—a trust, an unconditional and boundless belief in her. "Sister Qing, how could I bear to sell you? Even if I had to sell myself, it would be to myself!"

After saying this, Chen Suqing realized something was amiss. How suggestive! Two blushes instantly rose to her fair face. She secretly glanced at Guo Yiqiang but didn't see anything unusual in his expression, leaving her feeling both disappointed and happy.

This time, Guo Yiqiang genuinely didn't think much of it, simply assuming Chen Suqing's words were expressions of care. Right now, all he could think about was work, and he was eager to know what kind of job it was. "Sister Qing, you still haven't told me what kind of job it is."

Guo Yiqiang's voice interrupted Chen Suqing's reverie. She inwardly scolded herself for having such wild thoughts. "A cleaner."

"Oh, I thought it was some kind of difficult job."

Guo Yiqiang laughed upon hearing this. "Don't you think it's inappropriate for someone your age to do this kind of job?"

Chen Suqing was secretly amazed. How could he be so unperturbed by such a lowly job, able to put aside his pride and do the work of an auntie?

"There's no age limit for cleaning jobs. Given my current situation, it's neither suitable nor unsuitable. Besides, there are 360 professions, and every profession can produce an expert. Maybe one day I can even start my career in cleaning,"

Guo Yiqiang said optimistically. Chen Suqing sincerely praised him, "Yes, that's ambitious! You don't underestimate small things. I believe you will succeed one day. Before Stephen Chow became famous, he was just a minor extra in the Huang Rihua and Weng Meiling version of 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'—a soldier and a prisoner. But after seven or eight years of playing bit parts, he was finally discovered by Li Xiuxian and became an overnight sensation with 'Final Justice'."

She continued, "I believe you are like Stephen Chow back then. When the quantitative change reaches a certain point, a qualitative leap will inevitably occur, allowing you to soar to new heights, and the world will shine because of you."

Chen Suqing's bold words ignited Guo Yiqiang's passion, but he also understood that Chen Suqing's real purpose was to prevent him from experiencing feelings of frustration and inferiority. Undeniably, the old Guo Yiqiang would have had this thought, but after tonight's ordeal, he had grown up.

"Sister Qing, don't worry, I won't let you down."

"Seeing you like this, I'm relieved."

Chen Suqing smiled lovingly. At this moment, Chen Suqing felt like a mother to Guo Yiqiang, caring for her children's every need. Guo Yiqiang unconsciously thought how wonderful it would be to have such a loving mother!

"Then you should go to work tomorrow!"

Looking at Guo Yiqiang's resolute and handsome face, Chen Suqing felt a motherly and sisterly affection for him. Whether it was overflowing maternal love or deep sibling bond, she was determined to take good care of Guo Yiqiang.

"Sister Qing, you still haven't told me where I'll be working."

Guo Yiqiang asked anxiously. "It's our company!"

Chen Suqing smiled. "Sister Qing's company, that means I can work with Sister Qing from now on."

Guo Yiqiang was genuinely happy and excitedly shouted, "Yes, remember to work hard and don't let your Sister Qing down."

Seeing his childlike joy, Chen Suqing couldn't help but feel happy for him too...

Chapter 009 Male Cleaner

"What's making you so happy! You won't even share some of your joy with me."

After tidying up the room, Su Yixiu heard the happy laughter outside the living room, opened the door and came out, asking, "Are you done tidying up?"

Chen Suqing asked. "Yes." "Xiuxiu, thank you for your trouble."

Guo Yiqiang said gratefully. Su Yixiu said nonchalantly, "It's nothing, just a small matter. Actually, there wasn't much to tidy up. Most of it was already there, just changing the sheets."

She continued, "Mom, you haven't told me what's making you happy yet."

"It was Sister Qing who found me a job,"

Guo Yiqiang said happily. "Really? That's something to be happy about! What kind of good job is it?"

Su Yixiu was also happy for Guo Yiqiang and asked with concern, "A cleaner." "What?" Su Yixiu thought she had misheard and asked in disbelief. Chen Suqing was not satisfied with her daughter's performance and said unhappily, "A cleaning job, do you understand?"

Su Yixiu also realized that she had lost her composure. Seeing that Guo Yiqiang did not seem unhappy, she felt relieved and looked at Chen Suqing pitifully, explaining, "Mom, Brother Qiang, I didn't mean to look down on cleaners. I'm just wondering why Mom would find you such a job."

Then she grabbed Chen Suqing's hand and shook it, saying sweetly, "Mom, under your upbringing, do you think your daughter would be so bad as to look down on people?"

Chen Suqing wasn't really angry with Su Yixiu, but she felt that her daughter had lived in a greenhouse since childhood and was completely unaware of the hardships outside. This was one of her failures. She sighed slightly and said, "Your mother! Now she thinks that her upbringing wasn't good enough."

"How so?"

Su Yixiu asked with a puzzled smile. Guo Yiqiang didn't understand the reason either. In his opinion, Su Yixiu was a sensible, well-behaved, and kind-hearted girl, a perfect example of maternal love and affection, and someone that many people would envy.

“Because you’re like a flower in a greenhouse, completely unaware of the harshness of the outside world and unable to adapt to living conditions.”

Chen Suqing said to Su Yixiu, who was feeling sorry for herself. Su Yixiu’s heart skipped a beat upon hearing this, clearly agreeing with her mother’s statement. Guo Yiqiang thought for a moment and felt that they shouldn’t continue like this, so he spoke up for them, saying, “Sister Qing, what you say makes sense, but I don’t agree.”

Seeing the puzzled looks from the mother and daughter, Guo Yiqiang continued, “Xiuxiu is still young, her personality is unstable, and she doesn’t understand the outside world well enough. If she’s exposed to society too early, it will have a negative impact, and she might pick up some bad habits, which will be bad for her future development.”

Chen Suqing retorted in disagreement, “If that’s the case, then you’re not much older than her!”

Guo Yiqiang smiled helplessly and said, “…” " They say children from poor families mature early and take on responsibilities early, and that's probably what they're talking about, like us!"

Chen Suqing heard Guo Yiqiang's self-pity and, afraid of upsetting him, quickly changed the subject, saying, "Never mind, never mind, let's not talk about this now."

She added, "It's getting late, I'll pack up first, Xiuxiu, you take a shower first, and Yiqiang, you put your luggage away."

Guo Yiqiang, carrying a simple backpack, went to the arranged room. Pushing open the door, he saw that the space wasn't very large, but it was well-arranged, bright and spacious. There was a lithium alloy security window with manually pulled curtains. Above the window was an air conditioner, and below it was a combination desk. On the other wall was a row of wooden wardrobes, and in the center on the right was a double Simmons mattress with clean, light green sheets and pillows, which seemed to be a set.

He wanted to lie down and see how comfortable the Simmons mattress was, but then he remembered he hadn't showered for days and had spent the night outdoors. Lying down like that would just make it dirty, so he immediately stopped himself. He'd just shower first and then experience it. He didn't need to pack; he only had a few decent clothes. Besides, it was just for one night, so he tossed his things on the floor and left the room.

He went to the kitchen and saw Chen Suqing busy washing dishes. He went up to her and said, "Sister Qing, let me help you!" He

rolled up his sleeves, ready to help.

Chen Suqing didn't stop him, handing him a clean, white cloth and saying, "Here, use this to dry the dishes. Then put them on the counter."

"Okay," he said, taking the dishes from Chen Suqing's hands and wiping them dry thoroughly. His movements and posture clearly showed he had countless experiences with this.

Chen Suqing looked at it and praised, "Not bad! You're quite capable."

"Hehe, it's nothing. I used to help out a lot when I was at the orphanage. Practice makes perfect."

Guo Yiqiang said nonchalantly, "Then you'll be in charge of washing the dishes from now on."

Guo Yiqiang felt that she meant he should stay permanently, which made him feel uncomfortable. She had already helped him enough, and he didn't know how to respond. He could only give a vague smile and say, "I'm good at cooking and washing dishes."

Chen Suqing didn't notice his expression and assumed he agreed with her, so she happily smiled and said, "That's great! With you as a helper, I can relax a bit. Unlike that girl, who can't do anything except simple housework." "

Sister Qing, you should tell me what the cleaning staff do there! That way I can be prepared, otherwise I'll be like a headless fly when I get there tomorrow, completely lost."

Guo Yiqiang changed the subject. Chen Suqing didn't stop working and teased, "You're really in a hurry, as if someone's going to take it from you."

Then, before Guo Yiqiang could speak, she added, "Alright, I'll tell you anyway! Otherwise, I'm really worried you won't be able to sleep tonight."

After thinking for a moment, she said, "I don't know the specifics, I just know a little bit, so I'll tell you what I know! As for the details, someone will tell you tomorrow. Generally, it involves serving tea and water to managers at all levels in the company, delivering documents, and being responsible for cleaning, sweeping, and moving heavy objects in the company."

"That's alright, I often do these kinds of chores at home,"

Guo Yiqiang said with a smile. Chen Suqing thought for a moment and then added, "However, you'll have to start work half an hour earlier than everyone else, and you can't leave when the company closes at 5:30. You have to finish the final cleaning before you can leave. As for any special circumstances, that's another story."

"Oh, no problem, I can handle it,"

Guo Yiqiang thought the requirements weren't too demanding and were quite normal. "However, the most important thing is that you need to learn how to manage your relationships with your colleagues."

Guo Yiqiang had a question about this. What kind of interpersonal relationships did a cleaner need to manage? Did he even have the opportunity to interact with them? He paused for a moment, then continued wiping the cloth, asking, "Sister Qing, I don't understand."

Chen Suqing chuckled softly, "This is crucial; otherwise, no matter how well you do your job, it's all in vain."

Seeing the attentive gaze, she smiled slightly, "Think about it, if the company's employees are dissatisfied with your work, they'll definitely complain. If that's true, you'll have your salary docked. So, the most important thing is to understand their habits and build good relationships; only then can you do your job well."

"Sister Qing, after hearing what you say, I finally understand. Cleaning work really isn't as simple as it seems,"

Guo Yiqiang remarked with a sigh... 01-20

Chapter 010 The Night Was Hazy

Guo Yiqiang was about to ask more questions about the company when he was interrupted by Su Yixiu, who had just come out of the bathroom. She was drying her hair, wearing a very ordinary pink pajama set—long pants and a short-sleeved shirt. If there was anything special about it, it was that it was incredibly cute. The Winnie the Pooh on her clothes, combined with Su Yixiu's pure, lively, and adorable appearance, made her irresistible. "Brother Qiang, it's your turn to take a shower,"

Chen Suqing said softly. "It's getting late, Yiqiang. You should take a hot shower and get a good night's sleep so you'll be in good spirits for work tomorrow."

She added, "I'll put the dishes in the sterilizer. Xiuxiu, you should go to sleep early too, or you won't be able to get up tomorrow.

" "Okay."

"Okay, then!" "

Guo Yiqiang put down his work and walked out without even washing his hands.

As soon as he stepped out, Su Yixiu said, "I've prepared washing utensils for you in the bathroom. They're all new, so don't worry about using them! Just call me if you need anything else." Guo Yiqiang

said gratefully, "Thank you! Xiuxiu." What a kind girl! She even remembered such small details in life.

In the end, Guo Yiqiang didn't use the new towels and toothbrush because he brought his own and didn't want to waste them. The bathroom wasn't very big, and there was no bathtub, only a water heater and a washing machine. Fortunately, Guo Yiqiang wasn't so ignorant that he didn't know how to turn on the water heater. Even if he hadn't eaten pork, he had seen pigs walk.

Originally, he thought he could just take a cold shower in June, but remembering Chen Suqing's words, he decided it would be better to take a hot shower instead. He adjusted the water temperature to a suitable level, closed his eyes, stood under the showerhead, and enjoyed being drenched from head to toe. The pleasure was overwhelming. Looking in the mirror at his healthy, beautiful tanned skin, his enviable figure, his well-developed chest muscles, and his perfectly defined six-pack abs, each muscle clearly defined, he washed himself thoroughly. After rinsing, he dispensed some shampoo and shower gel, carefully washing his entire body.

When he came out of the shower, the kitchen light was already off, and only a dim nightlight remained in the living room. Even Su Yixiu's room light was off; she was probably asleep. However, bright light could be seen coming from under the door of Chen Suqing's room. Guo Yiqiang didn't want to disturb her; perhaps she still had something to do.

Back in his room, he didn't turn on the light, but stood quietly by the window, gazing at the brightly lit streets outside. The neon lights, in all their variety, shimmered and shimmered, a scene of decadent revelry and debauchery. This was the night of the big city—gone was the quiet, the tranquility, the occasional bark of a dog, the calls of fish, insects, and birds, or the flickering fireflies in the countryside, embellishing the simple yet desirable, leisurely, peaceful, and contented rural life of idyllic villages. Instead, there was only the decadent, depraved, and hedonistic atmosphere of a modern metropolis. Perhaps this is the history of a city or a country's growth! Perhaps it's the same for people. From a child not yet twenty to a modern youth full of dreams and aspirations for the future, yet forced to be busy with the realities of life, you inevitably lose much, forget much, and miss much. Is life really like the process of urbanization?

From the countryside to towns and cities, some beautiful memories must be lost. Amidst the towering buildings and crisscrossing streets, all that remains are the outlines of the countryside awakened in faded photographs. What has the city truly given us? What has growing up brought us? Troubles, or the foundation for the future? Perhaps it's different for everyone! Now,

Guo Yiqiang only knows that he's able to stand here entirely because of Sister Qing. If it weren't for her, he'd still be sleeping in the park like a homeless person, eating hard bread and drinking water, constantly worrying about his job. Perhaps this is fate's arrangement, or perhaps good deeds are rewarded! If it weren't for

his momentary act of kindness, everything now would be nothing but emptiness. Good deeds are rewarded, evil deeds are punished; it's not that retribution doesn't come, but rather that the time hasn't arrived yet. The words of the ancients still hold some merit in today's society.

As dawn broke and the first rays of sunlight streamed in, Guo Yiqiang awoke to the warmth of the cool golden light on his face. He felt no lethargy from sleeping late the night before; on the contrary, he felt an unprecedented sense of exhilaration.

A new day brings a new beginning. Waking up to the rising sun, its halo overhead, signified the start of a new day, yesterday forgotten.

He glanced at the alarm clock on his bedside table; it was barely 5:30. Guo Yiqiang, who had initially planned to get up immediately, changed his mind, worried that waking up too early would disturb their rest. Reluctantly, he sat up, legs naturally crossed, hands clasped in front of his lower abdomen, eyes focused on his nose, nose on his mouth, mouth on his heart, and began practicing the mental cultivation method he had practiced for ten years.

After completing one cycle, he still felt nothing, leaving Guo Yiqiang disappointed once more, and at the same time, doubting once more whether that old Taoist priest had truly deceived him. Guo Yiqiang met the old Taoist priest outside the orphanage one winter when he was eight years old. The priest was shivering with hunger and dressed in thin clothes. Kind-hearted Guo Yiqiang immediately gave him his own food and some old clothes. The old priest, however, said that a small act of kindness should be repaid with great gratitude. Having nothing of value, he taught Guo Yiqiang a mental cultivation technique, instructing him to practice it diligently, as it would be very useful in the future. But after ten years of practice, aside from becoming stronger and healthier than average, it seemed to have no other effect. Each time Guo Yiqiang finished practicing, he said he wouldn't practice again, but he persisted for ten years.

Looking at the time, it was already 6:30, but there was still no movement outside. Seeing that it was getting late, Guo Yiqiang quietly opened the door and ran to the bathroom to relieve himself after a night's work, then washed up. He went to the kitchen, opened the refrigerator, and wanted to see what ingredients he could use for breakfast. There were only some simple vegetables, fresh milk, eggs, and mushrooms. Perhaps most of the materials were used up last night! In that case, I'll just have to go downstairs and buy some ready-made ones...

Chapter 011 A Beautiful Time

When Guo Yiqiang carried the soy milk and fried dough sticks he had bought, he used the key he had left on the shoe cabinet in the entryway to open the door and entered. He found that the mother and daughter inside were still not moving. It was almost seven o'clock. Even if Sister Qing didn't have to get up so early, Xiuxiu should be at school by now! Just as he put the breakfast on the table, he heard the bathroom door open. He saw a girl with a ponytail, wearing a white sailor uniform, a blue and white ribbon around her neck, a dark gray knee-length skirt, white socks, and white sneakers. She looked fashionable yet still had a student image.

Seeing her youthful exuberance, Guo Yiqiang reminisced about the joys of being a student. "Xiuxiu, I thought you weren't up yet. I bought some breakfast; come and eat it while it's hot."

"Ah, Brother Qiang, why didn't you sleep in a little longer! Are you not used to it?"

Su Yixiu asked with concern after hearing Guo Yiqiang's voice. "No, I'm used to waking up early. Did you sleep well?"

Su Yixiu sat down at the table, smiling sweetly, "You can tell I'm doing well just by looking at how energetic I am."

"Here's a fried dough stick and a cup of soy milk for you."

Guo Yiqiang handed her the food. Su Yixiu took a bite of the fried dough stick, chewed a couple of times, and said, "Why isn't my mom up yet today? If you hadn't bought me breakfast, I would have had to eat out again. "

She took a sip of soy milk.

The door opened with a click, and a woman wearing a thin nightgown revealed her two large, round breasts clearly, with a hint of purple lace thong underneath—quite alluring! "Xiuxiu, you're already up..." Before

she could finish speaking, she noticed Guo Yiqiang sitting opposite her, staring at her in disbelief. Realizing what was happening, she immediately fled back into her room.

When Su Yixiu turned around, she was met with a loud slam of the door, which startled her. She said coquettishly, "What's wrong with Mom now?! Is she still asleep?!" "

When Guo Yiqiang finally realized what had happened, he wouldn't tell her the truth! He could only stammer that he didn't know either. After finishing a fried dough stick and a cup of soy milk, Su Yixiu saw that it was getting late, so she said goodbye to Guo Yiqiang and hurried out to catch the bus.

After a while, Chen Suqing changed into a white shirt and black skirt suit, which perfectly outlined her curvaceous figure. Sheer flesh-colored stockings encased her slender legs. With her peach-blossom cheeks, almond eyes, delicate nose, and cherry lips, no one would guess that she had a sixteen-year-old daughter. At most, she looked like a beautiful woman in her thirties.

Both of them deliberately avoided the awkwardness from before. Guo Yiqiang quickly said, "Sister Qing, I bought some breakfast, but it's a bit cold. Would you like me to heat it up for you?"

Chen Suqing stepped forward and said politely, "No need for that. It doesn't matter if it's hot or cold." She took a steamed bun from Guo

Yiqiang, sat down elegantly, and began to eat slowly and deliberately, displaying the demeanor of a refined lady.

Guo Yiqiang watched her cherry-like lips, adorned with sparkling liquid lipstick, leisurely munching on the snow-white bun, and felt an urge to become the bun himself. Seeing her sip the milky-white soy milk, he felt a desire to transform into soy milk and be sucked into her mouth.

Chen Suqing, seeing him staring blankly at his breakfast, assumed he hadn't eaten yet and urged, "Yiqiang, why aren't you eating?"

"Sister Qing, I've already eaten. You can eat slowly!"

Guo Yiqiang said awkwardly. Chen Suqing, seeing a few fried dough sticks left on the table, said, "It's okay, I can't possibly eat that much. It would be a waste if you didn't help, and you wouldn't want that, would you?" "

Saying this, she picked up a fried dough stick and handed it over.

Actually, Guo Yiqiang had only eaten a little bit, not even filling a corner of his stomach. Since Chen Suqing had said so, he didn't refuse any longer.

After finishing breakfast, it was already 8:30 in the morning. At this time, Chen Suqing led Guo Yiqiang to a red Opel Astra in the parking lot of the community. Chen Suqing opened the door and got into the car. Seeing Guo Yiqiang still standing outside the car in a daze, she didn't know if he had never seen such a beautiful car before, or if he was wondering how Chen Suqing could have such a beautiful car.

She rolled down the window and smiled at Guo Yiqiang, "Yiqiang, what are you standing there for? Get in the car!"

Guo Yiqiang then realized what was happening, ran to Chen Suqing's other car door, opened it, and sat inside. He curiously observed the car's interior, enjoying its comfort, and constantly peered out the window at the bustling city, experiencing the excitement of riding in a luxury car for the first time.

Chen Suqing skillfully controlled the steering wheel, chuckling, "What, first time riding in a car?"

Guo Yiqiang snapped out of his daze and grinned foolishly, "It's my first time riding in such a beautiful car."

Then he added, "Sister Qing, is this car very expensive?"

"Not really, only a little over a million,"

Chen Suqing said casually. Guo Yiqiang silently took a deep breath. People in big cities are different; they don't care about a little over a million. If he had that much money, he would have been speechless with excitement. How useful this money would be for the orphanage! Not only could they renovate the orphanage nicely, but they could also buy some household appliances and toys for the children…

“What, are you stunned?”

Chen Suqing chuckled. “Yes!”

“Don’t be envious or sentimental, Sister Qing, I believe you’ll have that day too.”

Chen Suqing encouraged Guo Yiqiang. He often fantasized, but reality was cruel, and he had no choice but to accept it. Now, he was impoverished and dared not have such lofty ideals. He just wanted to do the most basic job first. In order not to disappoint Chen Suqing, he still encouraged her, saying, “Yes, I won’t give up.”

“For yourself, for the orphanage, you must keep going.”

Chen Suqing was afraid that Guo Yiqiang would be too worried about gains and losses, which would affect his mood. “Thank you, Sister Qing.”

Guo Yiqiang said gratefully. The atmosphere was silent for a while. Guo Yiqiang remembered and said, “By the way, Sister Qing, why didn’t I see you driving yesterday?”

Chen Suqing looked ahead and smiled slightly, “Actually, the company is not far from here, and there was nothing special yesterday, so I chose to walk to and from work.”

“Speaking of which, I have to thank Sister Qing for her momentary lapse of judgment.”

Chen Suqing, of course, knew what Guo Yiqiang was referring to, and said softly with a smile, “It must be fate! Otherwise, we wouldn’t have met by such a coincidence.”

Guo Yiqiang thought for a moment and said, “Yes, but we also have to thank that robber, otherwise we would have just been passersby at most.”

Chen Suqing seemed to remember something and chuckled, “The worst off was that policewoman, who got herself into trouble by you, you mischievous devil.”

Upon hearing this, Guo Yiqiang cried out in protest, “Sister Qing, I’m the worst off! She detained me without even distinguishing right from wrong. If I weren’t physically strong, I would have been thrown around and hurt all over. Making her apologize was just getting a little interest back.”

"You're still talking? She's just a girl, isn't it enough that she swallowed her pride and apologized to you in public?"

Chen Suqing said indignantly. "She brought it on herself! But if she were as pretty as you, Sister Qing, I might have been a little more chivalrous."

Guo Yiqiang said with a grin. What woman doesn't like to be praised, especially by a young man? Chen Suqing's fair and delicate face flushed, and she chuckled, "That policewoman isn't bad either!"

Actually, it was already dark, and the streetlights weren't very bright, so he really didn't get a good look at the policewoman. He wasn't really interested in the wicked woman. "In short, she's not as pretty as you, Sister Qing."

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Chapter 12 of the main text:

When the company's beauties arrived at the 27th floor in the elevator, only Chen Suqing and Guo Yiqiang remained inside. Guo Yiqiang, surprised that he would one day work in such a luxurious and impressive building, felt like a clueless young man as he entered the building, silently following behind Chen Suqing. Seeing the impeccably dressed, successful men and elegant professional women around him, Guo Yiqiang felt a little intimidated. Although he knew he wasn't inherently inferior, the occasion made him feel a little guilty, but he quickly regained his composure, standing tall and proud.

Chen Suqing was secretly pleased. How could one achieve great things if they lacked even the simplest self-confidence? Professions may have distinctions of nobility and lowliness, but people are not. Even a lowly cleaner is a legitimate job, perhaps less prestigious than others. But without them, there would be no clean and tidy working environment.

"Good morning, Mr. Chen."

Coming to his senses, Guo Yiqiang realized he had entered a company called 'Tengfei Investment Company,' and the woman who greeted him was the secretary at the front desk, dressed in an office lady's attire, probably in her early twenties. She wasn't particularly beautiful, but she possessed a pure and lovely charm.

Mr. Chen… was she calling her Sister Qing? It seemed so. He hadn't realized Sister Qing was the general manager of this company; the Tengfei Investment Company sign clearly stated that. No wonder Sister Qing spoke of working at her company so casually and simply; it turned out she owned it.

"Yulan, this is Guo, the new cleaner I hired."

At this moment, Chen Suqing was no longer approachable and amiable; she seemed to have suddenly become a different person. She was serious yet elegant, calm and dignified, friendly but not harsh, yet she maintained a distance.

"Hello! Welcome to Tengfei Investment Company."

As expected of a receptionist, her attitude and words were approachable, and she didn't forget to promote the company's name. Zeng Yulan smiled naturally at Guo Yiqiang, this inexperienced newcomer. Seeing Zeng Yulan's professional smile and hearing her sweet voice, he quickly composed himself, bowed slightly, and said, "Hello, my surname is Guo, and my name is Yiqiang. Please guide me in the future."

Chen Suqing nodded in satisfaction and then instructed, "Yulan, take her downstairs to learn about the company's basic situation and explain her job duties."

She nodded to Guo Yiqiang and turned to walk inside.

"I'll call you Xiaoqiang, you won't mind, will you?"

Zeng Yulan carefully sized up Guo Yiqiang. He was a handsome young man with a simple yet distinctive style. She wondered why Chen Suqing would hire someone like him, and also couldn't understand why a young man would be willing to do this kind of work.

"Of course not! Actually, many people call me that too,"

Guo Yiqiang said naturally, without showing any inferiority complex.

"By the way, how did a big boy like you end up working as a cleaner?"

Zeng Yulan asked, puzzled. "No job is inherently noble or lowly, and I've done this kind of cleaning work before,"

Guo Yiqiang replied nonchalantly. Zeng Yulan, afraid he might misunderstand, smiled and said, "I didn't mean anything by it, I was just curious."

"It's alright, I would have felt the same way, but that's life, and it's a choice,"

Guo Yiqiang said with a smile. Zeng Yulan didn't sense any helplessness or resignation to life or the choice of this job from his eyes and words. Instead, she saw an optimistic and positive attitude. As the saying goes, attitude determines everything.

"Alright! Fill out this job application form first. You can ask me if you don't understand anything."

Zeng Yulan led him to sit down on the sofa in the reception area, then turned around and got a form and a pen. She then brought him a glass of water, saying, "Have some water."

Guo Yiqiang quickly took the form with both hands and said, "Thank you."

After filling it out, Zeng Yulan looked it over and noticed that nothing was written in his parents' section. "Xiaoqiang, why didn't you fill in your parents' basic information?"

Guo Yiqiang smiled slightly and said, "I'm an orphan."

Zeng Yulan was taken aback, noticing that the address listed as her home was that of an orphanage. She said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I didn't notice."

"Miss Zeng, don't worry about it, I'm used to it,"

Guo Yiqiang said with a carefree smile. Zeng Yulan could hear the bitterness and helplessness in his words, but even more so, strength and courage. She encouraged him, "That's how a real man should be."

"Thank you," Guo Yiqiang replied. Although he didn't know much about Zeng Yulan, he had at least developed a good impression of her.

"Let me first introduce the company to you,"

Zeng Yulan said, adopting a more professional tone. "Our company is primarily engaged in securities investment. It was founded ten years ago by our General Manager Chen, with General Manager Lin later joining as a shareholder. General Manager Chen is the one who brought you here earlier. As for General Manager Lin, you'll meet her when you help her with cleaning."

"The company occupies about half of the entire 27th floor. It's not huge, but it's not small either. You'll be responsible for cleaning it from now on. The main departments include the General Manager's office, finance/HR department, investment department, business department, and information technology department. Since the company is primarily an investment firm, the investment department occupies the largest area. As for the heads of each department, you'll get to know them gradually; there's no point in me introducing them here. That's the general overview. Of course, there might be some omissions, but you'll gradually understand once you're familiar with the company."

"Now, I'll show you around the company environment and introduce you to your daily tasks."

Zeng Yulan stood up and led Guo Yiqiang to the left side of the main entrance.

Guo Yiqiang followed closely behind. The first thing he saw upon entering was a not-so-spacious office filled with over a dozen people. Aside from a few men, the rest were all women, and quite attractive young women at that. Guo Yiqiang's arrival immediately drew their attention, but after a quick glance, they returned to their work.

Zeng Yulan led him to the corridor and introduced, "To your left is the finance and human resources department, to your right is the information technology department, and directly ahead is the sales department, but they're all out doing business right now. And those three rooms you see are for the heads of the three departments; the doors are labeled accordingly."

She then added, "Come on, let's go to the other side."

The space to the right and left of the entrance was slightly larger, and upon closer inspection, it was again predominantly female. Was Sister Qing's company primarily female-dominated? Compared to the quietness over there, this side was much more lively. While discussing, they didn't forget to keep an eye on the data displayed on the LCD screens on their desks, such as stock quotes, foreign exchange rates, and crude oil and gold prices.

Zeng Yulan explained, "This department is the investment department, directly managed by General Manager Chen and General Manager Lin."

Pointing to two offices on the right, each with a glass window, she said, "Those are the offices of the two general managers. Oh, and there's a meeting room next to them."

Without the blinds, the transparent glass windows clearly showed Chen Suqing, who was working intently at her desk, and another young professional woman. However, due to the distance and the glass windows, their details weren't very clear... (

Chapter 013 Cleaning Work)

Back in the front desk area, Zeng Yulan said, "What you need to do..." The task is simple: clean the office before 9:00 AM, wipe everything down with a cloth, and empty the wastebaskets under each desk. The offices of the department heads also need cleaning, but their offices are usually locked, so you'll have to clean them during convenient times after work hours. As for when that's appropriate, you'll have to decide.

She continued, "Oh, and you're also responsible for cleaning the men's and women's restrooms near the right-hand corridor outside the company entrance. Only use the women's restroom when no one is there. That's all for now; the tools are in the men's restroom. You can start now."

"Okay, thank you, Ms. Zeng,"

Guo Yiqiang said, and began his first task.

Following Zeng Yulan's directions, Guo Yiqiang found the company's men's and women's restrooms. Looking at the restrooms separated only by a wall, Guo Yiqiang pushed open the door to the men's room. Inside, there was a man in his thirties, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, with a refined appearance, and a shirt and collar. He was washing his hands after relieving himself and politely greeted him, "Good morning!"

The man adjusted his hair, recognizing Guo Yiqiang as an unfamiliar young man—or rather, a teenager. Not knowing Guo Yiqiang's identity, he also politely replied, "Good morning! May I ask which department you're from?"

Guo Yiqiang recalled Zeng Yulan's words and, confirming there was no cleaning department, sincerely said, "I'm a new cleaning worker."

The "cleaner" looked at Guo Yiqiang disbelievingly. Just as Guo Yiqiang nodded again, the man gave him a disdainful, contemptuous glance, then ignored him completely, walked past him, and left.

Guo Yiqiang, receiving such "friendly" treatment for the first time, was momentarily taken aback. He spat and cursed, "What a snob! Such low character! A complete scoundrel! What's so great about them? They're just human too!"

His anger subsided after the outburst. He thought it wasn't worth getting angry over such people; it was just asking for trouble. What others thought didn't matter; what mattered most was how his loved ones saw him. Images of Qingjie and Xiuxiu flashed through his mind. For their sake, he would work hard.

Guo Yiqiang then noticed that the company's men's restroom was comparable to that of a five-star hotel. The marble floor was gleaming like a mirror, the faucets were exquisite and easy to use, and the large, high-end mirrors reflected every detail, even the pores. Seeing

the broom, mop, and bucket by the door, Guo Yiqiang was about to pick them up and start cleaning when he realized it was inappropriate during working hours. What should he do now? He couldn't just stay here forever!

Oh right, he could clean the general manager's and other department heads' offices, so he grabbed a cup of clean water and two clean rags, and quietly headed towards General Manager Chen's office. Why this office? Simply put, he only knew Sister Qing as a supervisor.

As he passed the reception desk, Zeng Yulan gave him an encouraging look. When he reached the investment department, he could clearly hear them whispering, and the person they were talking to was him, the new cleaning lady! Seriously?! How did the news spread so fast? In less than fifteen minutes, he seemed to have become a household name. Well, what could he do? He was the company's first male cleaning lady ever, and a handsome young man at that; it was impossible for him not to be a hot topic.

"Xiao Li! Isn't that the cleaner Yu Lan brought over earlier?"

The pretty girl sitting near the front whispered to the petite woman next to her. "Didn't you see what he was carrying?"

Xiao Li, whether annoyed by the interruption or finding her boring, replied irritably, "I just don't believe it. He's so handsome, how could he do such a dead-end job?"

The pretty girl in pink and blue said, thoroughly annoyed, "Being handsome doesn't put food on the table."

"..."

"..."

"When he first came, I thought he was a new colleague?"

A tall, thin man laughed. "Isn't he your colleague now?"

The female colleague next to him said unhappily, "How can you call him a colleague?"

The man sneered, "I didn't expect you to be this kind of person."

The female colleague said disdainfully, "Tch, you only just realized that today?" A harsh voice rang out from the side, "Actually, I didn't mean anything by it, I was just saying..." "..."

Guo Yiqiang overheard some of it, not because their voices carried exceptionally well, but because he had always had exceptional hearing and eyesight. Guo Yiqiang thought it might be due to practicing that demonic mental cultivation technique.

He knocked a few times and heard a "Come in" from inside. Pushing open the closed door, he saw Sister Qing not looking up but engrossed in her work. Guo Yiqiang figured she probably mistook him for a subordinate reporting to her. "President Chen, is it convenient for you to clean now?"

Chen Suqing looked up at the sound of his voice and saw Guo Yiqiang standing at the door with tools. She quickly put down her work and smiled, "Oh, it's Yiqiang! Come in and talk."

Guo Yiqiang closed the door behind him and respectfully went to her desk. Chen Suqing glanced at him and said, "You clean over there first."

Guo Yiqiang looked in the direction she pointed and saw a black leather sofa and a frosted glass table used for receiving guests. He carried a bucket of water over and first wiped it with a damp cloth, then wiped it again with a dry cloth. Perhaps she hadn't seen Ke yet today! The ashtray on the desk was clean, but the soft wool carpet inside was never mopped; it was unclear whether a vacuum cleaner had been used.

"Mr. Chen, all done cleaning."

Chen Suqing, who had been watching Guo Yiqiang work, stepped away from her desk and smiled, "Yiqiang, you don't need to call me Mr. Chen when no one's around."

"It's better to be more formal during work hours. Otherwise, if I get used to calling you that, it won't look good in front of outsiders,"

Guo Yiqiang said, wiping the luxurious, large desk. "Wow, I didn't realize Yiqiang was so considerate,"

Chen Suqing chuckled. "Public matters are public, private matters are private; we must keep them separate."

Guo Yiqiang took out a feather duster and swept the chair, smiling, "By the way, Mr. Chen, do you have any special requests?"

"What special requests?"

Chen Suqing looked at Guo Yiqiang with confusion, not understanding why he was asking such a question so soon after joining the company.

"Well, how should I put it? For example, when is it convenient to clean, how long should it take to make a cup of tea, what things shouldn't be touched, etc."

Guo Yiqiang chuckled and explained. Chen Suqing giggled, "Oh, I thought you were going to say something else, so that's what you mean!"

She then smiled and said, "Nothing special, as long as there are no other guests or employees around, anytime is fine. As for tea, I won't drink it, just pour me a glass of water when I come in. Also, just let me know when you come in and tell the assistant, Miss Liu, at the door."

"Miss Liu, I don't think I saw her when I came in,"

Guo Yiqiang said. "Oh, then she might have been temporarily away."

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Chapter 014 Lin Qiaoxian

"Feifei, what do you think our CEO Chen has to do with that new cleaning lady?"

While managing the stock market, Ruan Xiaoshan inadvertently saw Chen Suqing chatting and laughing with Guo Yiqiang in the manager's office. Her womanly nature led her to nudge Yan Feiying, who was standing not far away. Yan Feiying, however, was glued to the data on the computer screen and ignored her, saying, "How would I know? Aren't you bored? Look at the stocks you like!"

Ruan Xiaoshan, stumped, pouted and said, "Always so boring, I'll ask someone else."

Then she changed her target, turning to Sun Lanjuan on the other side, "Little Juanjuan, what do you think?"

Sun Lanjuan glanced at the glass window and said dismissively, "What kind of relationship could they have? Just like us."

"No! Look, they're chatting and laughing. Don't believe me? Look."

Ruan Xiaoshan tugged at Sun Lanjuan's shoulder and whispered. Sun Lanjuan glanced again and saw exactly what Ruan Xiaoshan said, but her reaction wasn't as surprised as Ruan Xiaoshan's. "What's so strange about that? President Chen usually chats and laughs with us all the time."

Ruan Xiaoshan disagreed, "That's with us, how can you compare him to us? They must have some kind of relationship. Didn't you hear Yulan say that he was personally brought by President Chen? Think about it, why invite a man when there are so many other people?"

"Okay, okay, they have a relationship, but what does that have to do with you?"

Sun Lanjuan stopped her work and lowered her voice. Ruan Xiaoshan tilted her cute little head and muttered to herself, "That's true, it doesn't seem to have anything to do with me."

Right now, she looked like an innocent and cute little girl, without any of the characteristics of a professional trader.

After refilling the bucket with clean water, Jiang Yuqi went to the door of another general manager's office. Sure enough, a woman, presumably an assistant, was sitting there. "Miss, could you please ask General Manager Lin if it's convenient to clean now?"

Busy with her work, Jiang Yuqi looked up and saw a young man dressed as a cleaner. Combining this with what he had just said, she realized this was the new male cleaner they had been talking about. "Wait a moment, let me ask."

The woman before her had flowing, cloud-like hair, an oval face, expressive eyes, a slightly upturned nose, and full, sensual lips. She wore the company uniform: a white shirt and a well-tailored black pencil skirt, revealing her neck and fair arms. She was probably no more than twenty-five years old.

Another beauty! This place could easily be called a beauty paradise. The pleasing sight made Guo Yiqiang feel that, aside from a few annoying flies, working here was the right choice.

"Hello, Mr. Lin, are you free to clean now?"

Jiang Yuqi picked up the phone, pressed the call button, and respectfully said, "Let him in."

Jiang Yuqi put down the phone and said, "You can come in now."

Guo Yiqiang didn't forget to knock again, and only after hearing the words "Let him in" did he gently push the door open and close it. Looking inside, he saw a beautiful woman with long hair flowing down her shoulders sitting in a large leather office chair, her head bowed as she wrote something. She wore a black velvet uniform, and beneath the short-sleeved black velvet sleeves, her arms were as white as snow. She had a naturally beautiful oval face, and a straight nose like Venus's, seemingly sculpted. Her lips were small and beautifully curved like cherries, thin yet full. On her fair, pink earlobes hung a pair of amethyst earrings that were clearly very valuable, exuding an air of mysterious elegance and nobility. A pair of long eyelashes fluttered like fans, and slender, jade-like fingers, like spring onions, habitually twirled a delicate

fountain pen in her hand. From her appearance, one could tell she was a young, unmarried woman. Although she lacked the mature allure of Sister Qing, she possessed a sweet, quiet beauty, displaying the spirited and elegant demeanor expected of a woman her age. She put down her pen, glanced at the documents on the table, and asked calmly, "You're the new cleaning lady, Guo Yiqiang."

"Yes, that's right."

Guo Yiqiang dared not make the slightest mistake in front of the company's second-in-command. "You seem to have been invited by General Manager Chen."

Guo Yiqiang couldn't tell if she genuinely didn't know or was feigning ignorance. They say rank is everything, and this woman was several ranks higher. He honestly replied, "Yes, General Manager Lin."

"So, what's your relationship with President Chen?"

Lin Qiaoxian asked, sizing up Guo Yiqiang. Guo Yiqiang was now at a loss for words. If he said yes, she'd think he got his position through connections, and being looked down upon by such a beauty would be unacceptable to any man. If he said no, that would be a lie, a blatant lie, and who could guarantee she didn't already know everything? Lying to her was like committing suicide.

Guo Yiqiang cursed himself inwardly: "I've lost my mind in front of such a beautiful woman! What time is it now? Still thinking about saving face? Can face feed me?" "President Lin, I can say yes or no to President Chen,"

he said ambiguously, hoping Lin Qiaoxian wouldn't press him further. But things didn't go as planned; she seemed interested in a cleaning lady. "How should I put it?"

Guo Yiqiang didn't want to show off in front of outsiders, but at the same time, he couldn't offend his benefactor, so he made an excuse, saying, "This is a long story, and I'm afraid it will waste President Lin's precious time."

"It's alright, I was just thinking of taking a break."

Lin Qiaoxian pressed on, saying, "You have time, but don't you think about whether I have time? It's almost ten o'clock, and I've only done a little work." He couldn't understand it. He hadn't offended her, nor had he done anything wrong, yet she seemed to be deliberately picking on him. Did she have a problem with him? He was confident that he was good-looking enough! Sigh, there was nothing he could do; he had to bow his head under her roof! He compromised, saying, "President Lin, how about I talk to you privately? Let me finish my work first."

"You can talk while you work!"

Lin Qiaoxian smiled sweetly. To Guo Yiqiang, that charming smile was the epitome of a devilish smile. Helpless, he had

no choice but to compromise, saying, "Alright then!" He started working while explaining things to her.

Guo Yiqiang, multitasking, naturally became less efficient. He watched as Lin Qiaoxian seemed to be listening intently, yet her eyes appeared unfocused, her thoughts drifting far away. Just as he was about to catch his breath, a pleasant yet unpleasant voice reached his ears: "Wipe that vase too." "Don't forget the corners of the bookshelf." "The scraps of paper on the carpet."...

(

Chapter 015, Tea Ceremony)

The result was as if a thorough cleaning had been done, sweeping every nook and cranny, leaving Guo Yiqiang exhausted. He sighed, realizing that being a cleaner wasn't easy, and also concluded that Lin Qiaoxian was a difficult person to serve. He broke out in a cold sweat; if the other supervisors were the same, it would be the end of him.

Lin Qiaoxian looked around and inspected the items, then smiled with satisfaction, "Not bad, very well done, and your words weren't bad either. You must be tired after working all day!"

Guo Yiqiang nodded honestly, "I'm also quite tired from listening. Please tidy up, and now could you please make me a cup of tea?"

Before Guo Yiqiang could even ask where the teacup and tea leaves were, he heard her say, "Remember, the teacup must be washed clean and sterilized. Use boiling water around 80°C to brew it, otherwise the tea won't be fragrant enough. As for my teacup and tea leaves

, you'll see them as soon as you get to the tea room." These numerous requests felt more troublesome than serving an empress dowager. He quickly packed up his utensils and hurriedly left. After quickly washing his hands, he ran to the small tea room next to the conference room, wondering how to find her tea utensils. But then, a glance revealed everything: on either side of the entrance to the tea room were cabinets below, with small compartments above, each labeled with a name.

Although it was just a small, seemingly insignificant matter, it revealed the company's humane and thoughtful approach. A messy, disorganized arrangement would be unsightly, illogical, and inconvenient for employees.

Finding the compartment labeled "General Manager Lin," one finds an exquisitely beautiful glass, vibrant and colorful, allowing one to appreciate its artistry while enjoying tea. The tea canister itself appears plain and simple, but upon opening it, a fragrant aroma fills the air. Guo Yiqiang's first impression was that this tea was no ordinary product. Scooping up a spoonful of tea leaves, he examined them closely. The leaves were tightly rolled, curled like snails, covered in white down, with a silvery-green hue, and tender buds—likely Biluochun, one of China's top ten famous teas.

First, he poured in boiling water that had been boiling for a long time, then grabbed some and put it into a glass. After brewing, the tea slowly unfurled, swirling and dancing, the tea liquor a clear, bright green, with a refreshing aroma. The tea soup was a clear, bright green, and the tea leaves were tender and even. It would definitely taste cool and sweet, refreshing and thirst-quenching. This time, Guo Yiqiang could say with certainty that it was Biluochun.

Luckily, he had a good glass for drinking this high-grade, delicate tea, otherwise he might have burned himself. Thinking that he still had many things to finish, he picked up the glass and hurried towards Lin Qiaoxian's office... Just as he stepped out of the tea room, he almost bumped into a woman. With quick reflexes, Guo Yiqiang stopped in time and steadied his hand, preventing the scalding tea from spilling onto her delicate body.

The woman was startled and took a big step back, excitedly patting the towering peaks. The undulating peaks were quite beautiful. She wore a blue uniform shirt, a black short and narrow skirt, and her hair was styled in a high bun. Her skin was as white as mutton fat, and her figure was full and well-proportioned. Her rounded arms and snow-white legs accentuated her high, firm breasts, slender waist, and plump buttocks. Her pretty face was lightly made up, making her even more radiant. She exuded the mature charm and alluring style of a young woman.

"Hey, what are you daydreaming about!"

Cui Meiling was delighted to see the young man staring blankly at her. She thought to herself that at her age, she was still so attractive, especially to a young man like him. But being stared at by that intense gaze felt like he could see right through her, like she was standing naked in front of him—a feeling she'd never experienced before. Even as a married woman, she felt incredibly embarrassed and said coquettishly, "Oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

Startled, Guo Yiqiang assumed she was angry and hurriedly bowed and apologized, afraid of offending some powerful figure in the company. He lowered his head, avoiding eye contact, and tried to walk past her, but she called him back, forcing him to stop.

"You're new here, aren't you?"

Cui Meiling took a closer look and realized he was an unfamiliar face, and his attire wasn't very formal. "

Yes," Guo Yiqiang replied respectfully, befitting a newcomer to such a senior figure. "Oh,"

Cui Meiling responded thoughtfully. Guo Yiqiang figured if he didn't leave now, when would he? By the time Cui Meiling came to her senses, she was long gone. He smiled mysteriously and muttered to himself, "Little brat, you can't escape my grasp."

He then headed towards the pre-arranged tea room.

"Making a cup of tea takes so long?"

Lin Qiaoxian, sitting elegantly in her leather swivel chair, watched Guo Yiqiang place the tea on the table in front of her and said, "No, it's just that President Lin has such high taste. If I didn't put in a lot of effort, wouldn't that be a waste of your fine tea? I don't think President Lin would blame me for that!"

Guo Yiqiang cleverly deflected blame for the delay caused by bumping into a beautiful woman, while secretly praising Lin Qiaoxian's elegance and grace.

"What you said sounds nice, but how do I know if you're just making it up?"

Lin Qiaoxian wanted to blame him, but she couldn't bring herself to say it. As the saying goes, you don't hit a smiling face, especially since he had just praised her, and his praise was much better than those sycophants and flatterers. It didn't make her feel disgusted or annoyed. What Guo Yiqiang said suited her perfectly and seemed quite accurate. Moreover, it sounded like he even knew what kind of tea she was drinking and how to brew it.

"So, Ms. Lin, what do you mean?" Guo Yiqiang thought that after his praise, she wouldn't delve into the matter with such a small person, but the truth was, she wouldn't let him off the hook, insisting on finding fault.

"Tell me what kind of tea this is!"

Lin Qiaoxian picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and savored the flavor of the tea. She spoke with a lingering fragrance. Lin Qiaoxian's elegant, beautiful, and captivating demeanor was pleasing to the eye. However, Guo Yiqiang's main focus remained on the Biluochun tea. Although he wouldn't call himself a tea connoisseur, nor did he have the means to indulge in such pursuits, he still had a fondness for tea. So, seeing Lin Qiaoxian drinking such fine tea, it would be a lie to say he wasn't tempted. He knew his own limitations; such a thing was impossible. Even if he had the means, he wouldn't be so extravagant as to indulge in tea. Using the money for charity was more in line with his character. "It's one of China's top ten famous teas, renowned at home and abroad for its 'four perfections': beautiful shape, vibrant color, rich aroma, and mellow taste."

Lin Qiaoxian took another sip and said, "I didn't realize you had such a knack for it, but it's not surprising you recognized it! Anyone with a little knowledge should be able to guess its identity just by looking at its color, aroma, and appearance."

Slowly, she continued, "Tell me how you brewed it. If you're wrong, then it proves you were just bragging."

...

Chapter 016 Passing the test

sounds so easy, like eating and sleeping, something so simple you don't even need to think about it. Anyone with knowledge knows this; don't you realize that without a certain level of understanding, you can't tell the difference? If I weren't really skilled, you'd have made me look bad. I never imagined that cleaning staff these days would have such a high standard. Truly, nothing is so simple. Even brewing a cup of tea has so many questions; it's not some kind of quiz with prizes. This is the requirement of her examiner.

"What, can't say it?"

Lin Qiaoxian saw Guo Yiqiang standing there dumbfounded for a long time without saying a word, and smiled. Whether it was for work or for face, he couldn't lose face in front of Lin Qiaoxian no matter what. He smiled and said, "How could I? I'm just organizing my thoughts." "

Then you can tell me now!"

"Of course."

"First, pour six-tenths of the water into the glass, then add a spoonful of tea leaves. Instantly, 'white clouds roll and snowflakes dance,' and a refreshing fragrance fills the air. The tea leaves sink to the bottom and quickly unfurl, forming lifelike, emerald green clusters. Wait a moment, then pour in three-tenths of the water again. After about 3-4 minutes, the buds and leaves will unfold. When tasting, it can generally be brewed 'three times.' As the saying goes: the first brew is a small sip, light in color, fragrant, and elegant; the second brew is emerald green and mellow in taste; the third brew is clear, fragrant, and has a sweet aftertaste. And now, President Lin, you're just missing the third brew."

Lin Qiaoxian took a sip, clapped her hands in admiration, and said, "That's right, you're the first person in the company who knows how to brew tea."

"Firstly, didn't the previous cleaners know how to brew tea?"

Guo Yiqiang asked doubtfully. "No, I always brewed it myself."

Lin Qiaoxian immediately understood that he was referring to the previous cleaners. She was stunned. It turned out she had been overthinking things; she really thought cleaners needed to be highly skilled. Turns out it was all a lie. But why was she suddenly asked to brew tea? She looked at Lin Qiaoxian, puzzled, wanting to see what explanation she would give.

Lin Qiaoxian sat down, glanced at Guo Yiqiang, and smiled, "Actually, President Chen told me about you last night, and I agreed."

Guo Yiqiang wanted to interject, "Since you already know, why are you asking me?" Lin Qiaoxian, however, seemed to know what he wanted to say. "Don't speak yet, let me finish." "

Although I agreed, it was only because of President Chen. Besides, at the time, I only knew that the person who came was a man, nothing else. But when I saw you, I realized that you were a young man. Because of your youth, I felt that you weren't very suitable for this kind of work. Since I didn't know what kind of relationship you had with President Chen, it was inconvenient for me to say anything." "

That's why I specifically asked you, but I didn't expect you two to know each other like this. In view of your heroic performance, I gave you a chance to try, and the result was, of course, satisfactory. You are diligent, meticulous, hardworking, and always ready to help. What makes me happiest is that you can even brew tea and know about tea, so I won't have to trouble myself to do it myself all the time."

"I've finished speaking. Do you have any questions?"

It turned out that what I just heard was an interview and assessment. This woman is truly remarkable; she even handled the review of a low-level HR position in the company with such efficiency and order, showing no favoritism or corruption. While I can't yet gauge her exact abilities, this alone suggests she possesses strong management skills. The fact that she's become a vice president at such a young age also indicates she's not someone who just throws money around without contributing, but rather someone with genuine talent. And for someone her age to invest so much money in this company, her family background must be quite impressive. "President Lin, I have no more

questions. Can I go back to work now?"

"Don't you have any opinions or suggestions?"

Guo Yiqiang thought to himself, "What am I? I've only been here for less than half a day. I don't know anything, I'm unclear about anything, I don't understand anything. How could I offer any suggestions? As for opinions, that's even more impossible. Even if I did, I'd keep them to myself. It would be pointless for a nobody like me to speak up. " "No, but I'd like to know if President Lin has any requirements for me."

Lin Qiaoxian glanced at Guo Yiqiang, who was standing respectfully in front of her, hesitated for a moment, and then said, "Just do your job well, that's all. Remember, you'll be in charge of making tea for me from now on." "

Then I'll go out first."

"Okay." Guo Yiqiang breathed a sigh of relief as soon as he left, having passed through this ordeal without any major incident! This President Lin is really something else. Although she wasn't cold and aloof, keeping people at arm's length and unapproachable, Guo Yiqiang felt even more pressure. The idea of equality is completely childish and relative. Even if you imagine yourself to be her equal, it's not true, because you can't be psychologically on the same level.

Jiang Yuqi, the assistant outside the door, glanced at Guo Yiqiang, smiled faintly, and continued to bury herself in flipping through the documents, thinking to herself: How did President Lin treat him? Judging from his appearance, he's passed this test. I really can't understand why she would let a young man do this kind of work.

Inside the room, Lin Qiaoxian was also thinking about this young man. He had a handsome appearance, but lacked the fashionable arrogance and unrestrained nature typical of youth. He seemed arrogant and overconfident, possessing a maturity and composure beyond his years. His free spirit carried a hint of aloofness; he was calm and collected in dealing with people and matters, and meticulous and responsible in his work. He was simple, harmonious, and reliable, inspiring trust at first glance. Knowledgeable and insightful, he was a rare and promising talent. What had made him abandon his youthful life? What experiences had led him to forsake his pride and dignity and resolutely choose cleaning work? No, he hadn't given up. Like Han Xin, he was only temporarily suffering the humiliation of crawling between someone's legs, experiencing a low point in his life. One day, he would surely soar to great heights.

"Mr. Lin, what can I do for you?"

A crisp voice came from assistant Jiang Yuqi as she pressed the call button. "Send me a copy of Guo Yiqiang's resume."

"When do you need it?"

"Now."

"Okay." After the call, Jiang Yuqi pondered for a moment, unable to understand why Lin Qiaoxian would be so interested in a mere cleaner. Hadn't they just met to see his work situation? What else did she want to know? He didn't seem particularly special! He was just another guy with two eyes and a nose, only a little handsome. Was it worth Mr. Lin's time to investigate? She had many questions and doubts, but as a subordinate, she knew she just needed to do her job well. She stood up and walked towards the personnel and finance departments... (

Chapter 017 Cui Meiling

"Come in") Looking around, she saw that the manager of the information technology department was actually the same snobbish, bespectacled guy she'd seen in the restroom. Indeed, appearances can be deceiving! Someone unattractive and of low character became a manager, but Guo Yiqiang understood this was merely a matter of personal character, not a denial of his ability. Without the necessary skills, it was impossible to become a manager, unless one used connections or backdoors. But that was impossible, as he himself was a prime example.

A department manager wasn't like a general manager; there were no secretaries or assistants. Therefore, before entering, Guo Yiqiang didn't know if his current time was convenient. "Manager Jiang, are you available now?"

"What do you think?"

Jiang Yuheng stared at the computer, not even looking at Guo Yiqiang, casually remarking, "Are you an idiot? If I knew, would I need to ask you?" He calmly replied, "I don't know."

Treat others with respect, and do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Since you're deliberately making things difficult for me, I have no reason to fawn over you.

"Don't know? Can't you look?"

Jiang Yuheng said coldly. "Since you're so busy, Manager Jiang, I won't bother you any longer."

Guo Yiqiang said calmly, completely unconcerned by his words, and turned to leave.

"Stop! Did I say you could leave?"

Jiang Yuheng put down his mouse and shouted, "Is there anything else you need, Manager Jiang?"

Guo Yiqiang replied without turning his head, "Nothing, but you're leaving

before you've even finished cleaning." Jiang Yuheng boomed. Guo Yiqiang was furious. Offending him was out of the question; he still needed to work there. But he just couldn't understand why this guy, with whom he had some connection, would do something so unbecoming, so deliberately making things difficult for him. "I just greeted you in the restroom, is that wrong?!" he thought. "Or maybe this jerk can't stand that I'm more handsome than him, but no matter how you look at it, I'm nowhere near handsome!" "Can I start cleaning now?"

"Go ahead! I want to see if you can do it. I hate freeloaders who rely on connections the most."

Jiang Yuheng chuckled. So this guy thinks I'm just using Sister Qing's connections to get by? No wonder, since I am! Looks like this guy won't let me off the hook unless I show some skill, but his cold, dismissive attitude is unchangeable.

"Over here! Can't you see how dirty it is?"

Even a jerk needs to clean gradually! It can't be this fast!

"Use a little more force, didn't you eat enough this morning?!"

Damn it, one minute he's saying light, the next he's saying heavy, it's easy for him to talk, treating me like a donkey. Are you a pig?! It depends on what you're cleaning, do you have to use all your strength to clean a keyboard?! Truly a cultured but ignorant idiot.

"Don't forget the corners under the table, no matter how good the appearance, it's useless, all show and no substance."

Pah! That's more like it for you, two-faced, a complete cunning scoundrel. Using company resources to play games, pretending to be busy to tease your boss, a true scoundrel. If I weren't so mild-mannered, I would have complained about you.

Finally finishing this damn cleaning job, Guo Yiqiang stood in front of the sink, looking at himself in the mirror, and encouraged himself, "Such a simple thing can't possibly defeat me. Keep trying, keep going, I'll definitely succeed."

He knocked on the door of the business department manager's office for a long time, only to be told by a kind employee that she was out discussing work. Since that was the case, he had no choice but to head to the finance and human resources department.

A pleasant, sweet voice invited Guo Yiqiang in. Guo Yiqiang was stunned for a moment, but quickly recovered and said, "Hello, Manager Cui!" The

person in front of him was none other than the beautiful woman he had almost bumped into at the entrance of the break room.

"I was a little frightened just now, do you think I'll be alright?"

Cui Meiling became excited as soon as she saw Guo Yiqiang. She had just finished reading his information, and President Lin seemed quite interested. This made her, who already wanted to have some fun with this young man, even more excited. Sitting casually in the chair, Guo Yiqiang was startled when he heard this. He thought to himself, "Why do people in the company seem to be bullying new employees? Are they trying to intimidate me and deflate my arrogance?" He admitted that he had made a mistake earlier and had left without a word. That was a choice made in a moment of urgency. Now that he had run into them again by chance, and they even seemed to be blaming him, he had to apologize again, regardless of their motives. "I'm sorry, Manager Cui, I was in a hurry to deliver tea to President Lin, so I did something wrong. Please forgive me."

Making tea for Lin Qiaoxian was always her job, so why had she let the new young man do it for her this time? Could this little brat have some ulterior motive? Cui Meiling said thoughtfully, "Is that so?"

"Of course, how could I dare to lie to you?"

Guo Yiqiang said sincerely. "I know you wouldn't dare. So how do you plan to compensate me for my loss?"

Cui Meiling chuckled, her face strange. "What loss could you possibly have?" "It was just a slight fright. Judging from her ill-intentioned look, she's probably trying to use this as an excuse to get back at me! After all, she's not just a finance and HR manager; she's a real person with that power." Guo Yiqiang cautiously asked, "How will you compensate me?"

Whether due to pressure or some other unknown reason, Guo Yiqiang didn't think of defending himself at all, but instead went along with her and asked.

"Well, I haven't thought of that yet. I'll tell you when I do! But don't try to get away with it; I'll keep it in mind."

Cui Meiling's bright eyes sparkled with delight as she said this. Being remembered by such a sexy and alluring woman would make anyone else secretly laugh and jump for joy, but Guo Yiqiang wasn't in that mood. Instead, he felt very depressed and absurd, as if he had been trapped by Cui Meiling and would have to act according to her whims from now on.

To avoid her pressing the issue, Guo Yiqiang changed the subject, saying, "Manager Cui, may I start cleaning now?"

"Oh, sure! Please go ahead!"

Cui Meiling smiled sweetly. Her naturally beautiful face was striking: an oval face, delicate willow-leaf eyebrows, cherry lips, and a straight, prominent nose. Her expressive eyes shone brightly, captivating all who saw her. Though in her thirties, she possessed a mature beauty, yet her face was so youthful, like someone in their twenties. Closer inspection revealed her delicate hands, radiant face, flawless skin, and a delicate, fragrant aura; she exuded a dreamlike, ethereal beauty. Her beauty was no less than that of Chen Suqing and Lin Qiaoxian. Each had its own unique charm, like plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums, and bamboo. Chen Suqing was dignified and beautiful, gentle and considerate, with a pure and intelligent heart; Lin Qiaoxian was naturally beautiful, with a national beauty and a face like a fairy; Cui Meiling was sexy and glamorous, flamboyant and captivating…

(Chapter 018: The Scenery Under the Skirt)

The department manager's room wasn't as spacious as the general manager's, probably only half the size! Cleaning it was relatively quicker and easier. While busy, Guo Yiqiang frequently noticed Cui Meiling's bright eyes and white teeth seemingly never leaving him. What was going on? Even cleaning required supervision—was she afraid he'd steal something, or was he not doing a good enough job? Occasionally, he'd glance back and receive a faint smile from her. Her staring made Guo Yiqiang extremely uncomfortable, so he quickly finished his work.

Watching Guo Yiqiang work diligently, Cui Meiling felt a unique emotion. It's said that people are most beautiful when they're working, and men are no exception. He was handsome, with an extraordinary air about him. His bronze skin exuded health, his bright eyes radiated youthful vigor, and his straight nose and full lips perfectly captured the image of a dashing young man. His agile body, when running, must have been like a wild horse, full of power, vigor, and masculinity. His broad shoulders, thick back, and strong muscles, accentuated by his taut clothes, were so powerful and muscular, embodying masculine beauty. Cui Meiling couldn't help but feel

a surge of desire, wanting to reach out and touch or embrace him. She inwardly cursed herself for acting like a lonely, lovesick woman, her desires rising at the sight of him. She wasn't some wanton woman; her attire might have been a little casual, but it wasn't unseemly! Her husband had only been abroad for six months! "Am I just unable to bear the loneliness, or is there some kind of magic he possesses that attracts me?"

Guo Yiqiang had no idea what Cui Meiling was thinking. He was only focused on finishing his task quickly so he could leave this place of trouble for him. Finally, he finished, packed up his tools, and prepared to leave.

Cui Meiling kept telling herself to stay away from him, or she would fall into a trap she couldn't escape, but her mind kept calling out, "Wait!" Guo Yiqiang looked at her with a puzzled expression. Cui Meiling, momentarily at a loss for words, thought for a moment and said, "There's one more place you forgot to clean."

"There!"

Guo Yiqiang exclaimed anxiously upon hearing that something had been overlooked. Cui Meiling pointed with her delicate, white fingers towards the counter where she was sitting, saying, "Inside, you seem to have forgotten to wipe it!"

"Oh, right. I was so focused on her staring that I forgot about this spot. I was just about to run over and wipe it down when I noticed Cui Meiling's beautiful legs in her short skirt and stockings were right below me. It would be too inappropriate for me to run over like this; I'd be mistaken for a pervert. So I reminded her, 'Manager Cui, could you please move aside?'

Cui Meiling immediately understood his reasoning, but for some reason she didn't know, she refused to get up. Instead, she seemed to be looking forward to what he was about to do, as if it were something exciting and interesting. 'My legs are a little numb, and I can't stand up for a while. Just wipe it like this!'

'This…'

Guo Yiqiang thought to himself, what is she trying to do? How can I wipe it like this? Putting aside everything else, even kneeling and crawling at a woman's feet would be a loss of a man's dignity. Could it be that she's doing this just to humiliate me? Perhaps she wants to pin another charge of indecent assault on me, giving her another handle to use against me. But then he thought it was impossible, and there was no need for her to do it. Maybe her legs really were numb."

"What, do you have some ulterior motive?"

Seeing Guo Yiqiang's hesitant expression, Cui Meiling couldn't help but taunt him. She seemed to be controlled by forbidden desires and her own lust, sinking deeper and deeper until it was out of control. At this moment, Cui Meiling also considered ending it. She

had even considered telling Guo Yiqiang that she would come back to clean later, but now she dared not say it. If she did, it would be an open admission of her words. Since Guo Yiqiang had said so, it was a matter of life and death; if he wasn't afraid, why should she? He bravely grabbed a rag and knelt behind the counter, beginning to wipe the dust from the corners. Perhaps because he wiped it often, it wasn't very dirty inside. He verbally denied having any ulterior motives, but seeing it in person was a different story.

From the angle of his kneeling position, Cui Meiling's beautiful legs, exposed by her black short skirt, were very close. Because she was sitting, her skirt, which was already close to her knees, rode up even higher, revealing two-thirds of her snow-white thighs in extremely thin flesh-colored stockings. Her thighs were so rounded and delicate, and below her rounded knees were long and shapely calves. Her feet, clad in high heels, were slender, white, and plump. Even through the sheer stockings, one could feel how smooth and delicate her skin would be to the touch.

Her toes were straight and full, the five toes arranged in ascending order of size, without any sudden changes in height or any unusual length. The tips of her toes were slightly upturned, placed there with such femininity and gentleness that one felt an urge to kiss them.

Because her legs were crossed and tightly closed, the beautiful view of her inner thighs was completely obscured. Yet, these unforgettable, stocking-clad legs were enough to send shivers down Guo Yiqiang's spine. His head throbbed, his entire body swelled, and his blood flow seemed to double. His genitals, like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, grew rapidly, swelling intensely, giving him a feeling of wanting to burst forth.

Just as Guo Yiqiang was about to withdraw, Cui Meiling, whether intentionally or unintentionally, suddenly changed the position of her crossed legs. In that instant, Guo Yiqiang saw a mature woman's lower body for the first time in his life. Between her rounded thighs, a sexy red thong was revealed, and beneath the sheer fabric, the dark mons pubis was clearly visible. This kind of stimulation was unprecedented for Guo Yiqiang; his engorged penis swelled to the point of bursting.

"I can't take it anymore, I can't stand it!" Guo Yiqiang didn't know if Cui Meiling had noticed his lewd behavior. To avoid arousing her suspicion, he suppressed his burning desire, pretending to be nonchalant. He turned and walked to the instrument, grabbing his hands to cover his erect male symbol, and said without looking back, "Manager Cui, I'm done cleaning, I'll go out now."

But his nervousness and chaotic steps betrayed his true feelings... 01-20
Chapter 019 Daydreaming

The moment Guo Yiqiang left, Cui Meiling slumped weakly into the chair, panting heavily. She felt her whole body aching, numb, and weak, hot and burning. Her heart began to stir. Her cherry lips parted slightly, her body weak and powerless. She felt waves of desire deep within her body sweeping over her long-empty and resentful mind and body. Spring tide surged, her underwear was a little wet, and her private parts were muddy.

Cui Meiling was flustered and confused, her mind reeling. Recalling the scene from just moments ago, the sharp, penetrating gaze sweeping over her legs—the stimulating yet pleasurable sensation was like Guo Yiqiang's hand caressing her inner thighs through her thin stockings. She could feel his warm, masculine scent emanating from her thighs, making her leg muscles tense and arousing a primal excitement.

She remembered the moment her body involuntarily switched legs; her face flushed, her heart pounded, her ears burned, her heart pounded, and a long-lost tingling, itchy, and restless feeling spread throughout her body. Even more unbearable was the uncontrollable tingling and swelling of her high, firm breasts, and the involuntary itching of the cleavage between her legs beneath her short skirt. Her cherry-like lips parted slightly, her heart fluttering with desire. If Guo Yiqiang hadn't left in time, the beautiful sight of her sexy red thong panties pulsating with desire would surely have been etched into his mind, unforgettable for a long time.

What was wrong with her? How could she be so bold as to expose her most private parts to a young man she barely knew? What kind of magic did he possess that made her lose control and do something so shameless and immoral? And without the slightest reluctance; at that moment, she had thrown her family, her husband, and all morals aside. Was this fickleness, shamelessness? No, this must be love at first sight, a silent, unspoken affection.

Suddenly, a strong fragrance wafted through the air, unconsciously reminding Cui Meiling of the moment Guo Yiqiang opened the door, the fleeting glimpse of his bulging pubic area, its magnificent size breathtaking. Without realizing it, her eyes filled with lust, her face flushed, her desire surged, her cherry lips parted slightly, and she gasped softly, her cleavage becoming increasingly wet. Whether it was the fragrance dissipating or Cui Meiling's timely realization that she was still at work, she stopped her reverie.

Guo Yiqiang, who had hurriedly left, hid in the restroom, panting heavily. His "little Qiang" (referring to his penis) had shrunk considerably from the near-death experience, though it still looked larger than average. He turned on the tap and splashed handfuls of cold water on his face. The cold water cooled his burning cheeks, but it couldn't extinguish the boiling lust in his heart.

Damn it, was that woman unintentional or intentional? Because Guo Yiqiang was worried about being exposed, he hadn't paid attention to Cui Meiling's expression; otherwise, he would have seen a beauty of passion no less than his own.

Relatively calmer, Guo Yiqiang pondered the consequences of this incident. After thinking for a long time, the only conclusion he could reach was that Cui Meiling hadn't caused him any trouble, so there shouldn't be any problems.

By the time he finished cleaning up the garbage and sewage, it was already noon, his workday. Exhausted from the morning's work, he hadn't touched anything except the supervisor's office. There was no other way but to quickly finish lunch and continue working.

What pleased Guo Yiqiang was that the company still provided lunch for its employees. Employees could use their work cards to dine in the second-floor cafeteria of the Jiaoyang International Building, where the company was located. Daily spending was capped at ten yuan; anything over that was at

the employee's own expense. In other words, with proper use, ten yuan could buy two meals. Guo Yiqiang took the elevator down to the second floor and discovered that the cafeteria occupied the entire floor. The employees weren't just from Tengfei Investment Company; many other employees from the building also ate there. It seemed the restaurant owner was quite shrewd, understanding that white-collar workers valued convenience and didn't need to go outside to enjoy the sun for meals. But most importantly, the owner could persuade the CEOs of various companies to dine at his restaurant.

The name 'Leisurely Dining' was creative and unconventional, immediately stimulating a desire to try it out. Inside, there was a main hall, a left hall, and a right hall; there was no separate inner hall for senior management, demonstrating a philosophy of equality for all diners. The overall design is clean, well-ventilated, and well-lit, without excessive decorations to embellish the details, giving it a clean and neat appearance.

The dining tables and chairs are mainly made of wood. Solid wood furniture is warm, fresh, and environmentally friendly, exuding a natural feel. The tables come in various shapes and sizes, including triangular, quadrilateral, trapezoidal, and round, and the seating capacity varies depending on the size of the table, ranging from two, three, four, to more. All sharp corners have been smoothed to prevent injury, and the height and spacing of the tables are moderate, allowing for unobstructed passage.

Looking at the menu window, one sees a wide variety of dishes, each with its own unique shape and color—boiled, fried, stir-fried, braised, stewed, steamed, and mixed—all absolutely delicious and visually appealing. Many of these dishes were completely new to Guo Yiqiang. Accustomed to frugality, Guo Yiqiang simply ordered one meat dish, one vegetable dish, and soup; rice was unlimited.

At lunchtime, most seats were full, and even the few available were reserved for their own people. Guo Yiqiang, who had searched everywhere without finding a seat, was suddenly called out by a girl nearby, "Guo Yiqiang, over here."

Turning around, he saw Zeng Yulan, the receptionist. She was sitting with several female colleagues at a small, unisex round table for five. Including Zeng Yulan, four people were already seated, meaning there was one seat left.

Guo Yiqiang wasn't sure if she was calling him over, so he gestured with one hand towards himself and mumbled, "I..." He believed she would understand his meaning until Zeng Yulan clearly beckoned him over. Only then did Guo Yiqiang believe she wanted him to sit down with her.

"You don't mind if I sit here

, do you?" Although Zeng Yulan had asked him to sit down, she must have discussed it with them beforehand, but Guo Yiqiang still confirmed it again until the other three said it was alright before he finally sat down. It wasn't that he was insecure or afraid to eat at the same table with them, but given Jiang Yuheng's experience, there was no guarantee that someone like that wouldn't appear again. To avoid making a fool of himself and offending them, he felt it was necessary. Guo Yiqiang smiled sincerely and said, "Thank you."

...

Chapter 020 Four Beauties

"There's nothing to thank me for, we're all colleagues."

Perhaps only Zeng Yulan and Guo Yiqiang were somewhat familiar with each other, so she was the one to speak on their behalf. She then quickly introduced Guo Yiqiang and the others, "Ladies, this is our new colleague, Guo Yiqiang."

Perhaps to protect Guo Yiqiang's masculine pride, Zeng Yulan deliberately omitted mentioning his position.

The three women were all in their early twenties. One of them was exceptionally beautiful, with a sweet and serene appearance, and captivatingly bright eyes. She wore the company's uniform white shirt, which perfectly complemented her petite figure, and a black pencil skirt that clung tightly to her shapely, long legs. Her figure was exquisitely sculpted, and her simple ponytail exuded a sharp, capable, and spirited aura.

The other woman was also quite attractive. Her long, wavy hair cascaded down her doll-like face, and the soft, willow-like strands falling across her forehead couldn't conceal her large, expressive eyes. Beneath her delicate nose, her slightly full, sensual lips held a hint of a smile. Her face was like the autumn moon, her figure voluptuous, her eyebrows naturally dark, her fingers slender, her wrists round and smooth, and her arms soft and supple. She radiated an elegant and graceful charm.

The last one was equally stunning. Her hair, just shoulder-length, was jet black, glossy, and perfectly styled. She possessed naturally large, bright, clear eyes with fan-like eyelashes. Her nose, though straight, was delicately proportioned, and she had a beautiful cherry-like mouth that made one want to kiss it. Combined with her oval face and fair, delicate skin, she appeared so petite and adorable. From her gentle and refined demeanor, one could guess that she was a rather introverted, docile, and quiet person.

Guo Yiqiang gave Zeng Yulan a grateful look, then smiled naturally and said, "Hello! I'm Guo Yiqiang, the new cleaner."

Even without saying it aloud, everyone understood. Besides, there's nothing to hide. As long as one acts uprightly, is self-reliant, and hasn't stolen or robbed, cleaning isn't a shameful profession.

"Very good, speak openly and honestly, don't hide anything."

The woman sitting opposite Guo Yiqiang, the most beautiful one, extended her hand and laughed. This was the first person to shake his hand since he met so many people in the company. Guo Yiqiang was flattered! He hurriedly stood up, extended his left hand, shook it lightly, and then immediately let go.

Zeng Yulan introduced from the side, "This beautiful lady is Xia Siyu, the company's accountant. She's a celebrity in our company."

Seeing that Guo Yiqiang didn't understand the meaning of "celebrity," she chuckled, "She's a well-known helpful and beautiful woman, so you'd better be careful not to be bewitched by her."

"Lanlan, isn't this slandering me? Ruining my reputation!"

Xia Siyu said coquettishly. "I don't think Yulan is afraid of your methods at all."

The wavy-haired beauty laughed, "And this troublemaker? She's Ruan Xiaoshan, the trader in the investment department. Besides trading, gossip is her specialty. She's always the first to know about any news in the company."

"Hehe, I don't deserve it, everyone's just being kind to me."

Ruan Xiaoshan wasn't upset at all by Zeng Yulan's words; instead, she chuckled and said, "She has other good points too, like she can take a joke, she's a little firecracker who loves to tease people, and her skin is thicker than a city wall."

Zeng Yulan covered her mouth and laughed. Guo Yiqiang didn't think much of Zeng Yulan's comment about her being able to take a joke, but the second half of her sentence made him want to laugh but dare not. Luckily, he didn't have any food in his mouth, otherwise he would have spit out a mouthful of food and lost his composure.

Ruan Xiaoshan pretended to be fierce and said, "Thank you for the compliment, I will repay you properly in the future."

Unfortunately, her doll-like face couldn't convincingly act that way, and even if it did, it didn't evoke any fear.

Ignoring her boastful words, Zeng Yulan continued, "This is also no ordinary person. She is our company's chief trader, Yan Feiying, the beautiful Yan."

Sure enough, Guo Yiqiang wasn't mistaken. Upon hearing Zeng Yulan's words, Yan Feiying's beautiful face flushed, and she said in a gentle and melodious voice, "Hello! It's a pleasure to meet you."

If Zeng Yulan hadn't mentioned it, Guo Yiqiang would never have imagined that this seemingly gentle, girl-next-door type could be such a strong woman. Thinking about it carefully, it wasn't impossible. She worked behind the scenes, facing computers and dry data every day, rarely interacting with people. And given her natural personality, it was even less likely she would develop eloquence or a boastful manner. "Hello!"

Perhaps they were close friends, knowing Yan Feiying's personality well and that she was shy, so they didn't deliberately bring her up this time.

Seeing that Guo Yiqiang hadn't started eating since he sat down, Zeng Yulan said, "Xiaoqiang, let's eat and chat! Otherwise, the food will get cold and won't taste good."

"Okay."

Guo Yiqiang was also very hungry. He had just been introducing everyone, so how could he eat and talk at the same time? He still had to maintain proper etiquette, so he picked up his chopsticks and started eating quickly, not caring much about maintaining a refined image in front of the ladies.

Fortunately, they didn't find Guo Yiqiang's genuine eating style offensive. On the contrary, they thought he was very individualistic and casual, unlike other men who deliberately acted pretentiously, which would make people uncomfortable and feel insincere.

Hearing this, Ruan Xiaoshan chuckled and said, "Xiaoqiang?"

Then she gave Guo Yiqiang a mysterious look. Her eyes were like a child seeing their favorite toy, shining brightly, staring intently, as if she wouldn't give up until she took it home. Guo Yiqiang was terrified, wondering what she wanted to do to him.

Seeing that she had that frightening look on her face again, Xia Siyu couldn't help but laugh and scold, "Shanshan, what are you trying to do now? She's not your cat or dog, someone you can just play with."

"Exactly, don't assume that just because someone's named Xiaoqiang is some kind of animal,"

Zeng Yulan chimed in, speaking up for Yan Feiying. Yan Feiying ate her food quietly, taking small bites, faithfully adhering to the three rules of not interrupting, not responding, and not interfering, only speaking when specifically asked. However, Guo Yiqiang thought she had likely become quiet and withdrawn because of his presence as a relatively unfamiliar man—it was simply a matter of personality.

Guo Yiqiang felt a chill run down his spine at their conversation. What did they mean by "animal"? Cats and dogs? Could Ruan Xiaoshan have some kind of perverse hobby, like abusing small animals? Although my name is Xiaoqiang, I'm not really Xiaoqiang. No, wait, am I that reptile everyone wants to kill, 'Xiaoqiang'?...

Chapter 021 The Witch

Ruan Xiaoshan said with a sweet laugh, "What are you thinking? Am I really that bad?"

Zeng Yulan and Xia Siyu nodded without hesitation and with certainty, as if afraid that Ruan Xiaoshan wouldn't believe them. Ruan Xiaoshan was stunned for a moment, then said coquettishly, "You have a prejudice against me, your words can't be believed. Only Feifei is the best, believe me."

“No matter how well you describe Feifei, she won’t be fooled by your sweet words,”

Xia Siyu said with a charming smile. Zeng Yulan said seriously, “That’s right, Feifei, just tell the truth! Let Xiaoqiang see her true colors.”

Yan Feiying glanced at Guo Yiqiang and Ruan Xiaoshan and smiled faintly, saying, “I think Shanshan has other reasons!”

Ruan Xiaoshan raised her jade-like nose, pouted her red lips, and said sweetly, “Feifei understands me best, unlike some people! They only speak ill of me in front of ‘Xiaoqiang’.”

Xia Siyu changed her tone and said, “Then what did you mean by that look in your eyes just now?”

“That’s right, don’t think we didn’t see it.”

Zeng Yulan teased Ruan Xiaoshan, her petal-like lips pursed slightly, a sweet smile on her face. “I was just thinking about a pug we used to have named ‘Xiaoqiang’!”

Ruan Xiaoshan’s words immediately triggered a cough from Guo Yiqiang. He hadn’t expected to choke after only a few bites. The culprit was obvious. He quickly picked up a glass of water from the plate and drank a few sips before he recovered.

Ruan Xiaoshan opened her clear and captivating eyes wide, looking at Guo Yiqiang, and said, “I’m telling you, Xiaoqiang! Even if you hear that you share the same name as our dog, you don’t need to get so excited! Besides, it’s gone now, so you don’t need to worry about it stealing your name!”

Guo Yiqiang coughed again. If he hadn’t said earlier that she liked to tease people, he would have really thought she was a naive little girl. Her sincere eyes and red lips uttered a bunch of things that made Guo Yiqiang laugh and cry at the same time, but he couldn’t vent his anger.

Zeng Yulan and Yan Feiying smiled, their lips pursed. If it weren't for Guo Yiqiang's sake, they probably would have been laughing non-stop. Xia Siyu was indeed very loyal! She immediately scolded, "Shanshan, you're teasing me again."

Ruan Xiaoshan feigned a pitiful look and said softly, "I didn't!"

Even with her sucking her thumb, Guo Yiqiang wouldn't believe her anymore. She truly had a devilish nature; she was probably the number one witch in his mind. This person was very dangerous; he wouldn't even know if he was being teased by her. It seemed he would have to be more careful in the future.

"Still saying you didn't? Look, Yiqiang is embarrassed."

Zeng Yulan said. Guo Yiqiang thought, "I'm more than just embarrassed! I wish I could get away from danger as soon as possible! "

Seeing Guo Yiqiang's embarrassed expression, Ruan Xiaoshan said sweetly, "Xiaoqiang, you're not that petty! Getting angry like this isn't the kind of composure a boy should have."

Guo Yiqiang wasn't angry; he was just at a loss for words. Even if he was really angry, he had to swallow it down! "No, it's just a joke, why get angry?"

Ruan Xiaoshan patted Guo Yiqiang's broad shoulder beside her and said sweetly, "I knew Xiaoqiang was the best behaved."

Guo Yiqiang's forehead creased with annoyance, and he buried his mouth in his food, wanting to escape the clutches of the devil as soon as possible.

"You really think he's your pet!"

Xia Siyu scolded playfully. Ruan Xiaoshan glanced at Guo Yiqiang and said, "Actually, I really want to raise another 'Xiaoqiang,' but..."

She paused slightly, and seeing that everyone was captivated by her, she smiled mysteriously, "But, I think it's unnecessary now."

Except for Guo Yiqiang, who didn't notice her expression, everyone else knew that what she was about to say was definitely not nice, so they all chose to ignore her and went back to eating.

Ruan Xiaoshan realized that no one was going to play along with her anymore, how could she continue this act! She glanced at everyone, finally fixing her gaze on Guo Yiqiang, and said in a sweet voice, "Xiaoqiang, guess why?"

Once bitten, twice shy! Having seen a ghost, you're not afraid of the dark anymore! Avoiding the question would be disrespectful, so she reluctantly said, "I don't want to guess."

Ruan Xiaoshan said coquettishly, "How can you be so boring! You won't even guess something so interesting. It's such a waste of my effort."

Then she smiled sheepishly, "But it's okay, since none of you want to guess, I'll reveal the answer. Actually, I think having Xiaoqiang around is enough. When I'm resting, I won't have to worry about the company being too boring."

This time, Guo Yiqiang broke out in a cold sweat, feeling like he was about to faint. It seemed this girl really did treat him like a toy. Ruan Xiaoshan's status in Guo Yiqiang's heart had skyrocketed, surpassing everyone else and reaching an unprecedented height, becoming a veritable number one dangerous person. She wasn't just a little devil anymore; she had just upgraded to the ultimate devil.

The other three women broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing this, but that was on Guo Yiqiang's behalf. No one offered a word of help, not even Xia Siyu. They felt a sense of relief; finally, they wouldn't have to suffer under this devilish woman anymore. Ever since the witch joined the company and they became her good friend, she had relentlessly suppressed them. Not only did they have no freedom at work, but she would even come knocking on their weekends, practically harassing them. There were advantages and disadvantages. The advantage was that when they were shopping, if any clueless person tried to strike up a conversation or someone with ulterior motives tried to get close, their little witch Ruan Xiaoshan would be there to solve the problem instantly. She was also the first to help her friends when they needed it.

Finally, they were free! They wouldn't have to endure the torment of this wicked woman anymore. They felt guilty for even kindly inviting her over, only to feel like they were being dragged into a living hell. Now, all they could do was pray that Guo Yiqiang would suffer less of her pranks and tricks.

Guo Yiqiang ostentatiously sat down in front of a group of beautiful women, attracting not only the attention of his male colleagues but also the notice of Chen Suqing, Lin Qiaoxian, and Cui Meiling, who were dining at the same table.

The few men in the company were essentially a disadvantaged group. Apart from Jiang Yuheng, who was a man, all the others were powerful women, giving them an overwhelming sense of superiority. To make matters worse, their female colleagues of similar rank didn't respect them outside of work, leaving the single young men feeling quite frustrated. However, the other average-looking female colleagues didn't meet their standards. In the end, they could only watch helplessly. Even if a few bold individuals dared to take action, the chances of success were slim, while the chances of being severely discouraged were high. Over time, everyone only had the opportunity to observe from afar, never getting close.

Now, seeing the new janitor so fortunate as to dine with the company's four most beautiful women, they were not only utterly astonished, but also consumed by a raging fire of jealousy—enough to erupt like a volcano if conditions allowed... (

Chapter 22: Making Things Difficult)

Seeing Guo Yiqiang getting along so well with his colleagues, chatting and laughing, Chen Suqing felt a surge of satisfaction. She thought he was quite popular with women; in just one morning, he'd managed to cultivate such good relationships with the company's four most beautiful women, and they didn't seem to mind. His public relations skills were quite impressive.

Little did Chen Suqing know that Guo Yiqiang was being tormented by a witch, enduring extraordinary suffering. If he had known he would suffer like this, he would never have come. Now, he felt like he'd lost more than he gained. Later, when he discovered he'd become the enemy of all the men in the company, he regretted it even more!

Why did I feel a strange sadness and unhappiness seeing him like this? What was the reason? Could it be that I couldn't bear to see him doing well? Impossible! He should be overjoyed! It couldn't be that I couldn't tolerate him being so close to the girls, but why was that? I've always treated him like a younger brother.

Lin Qiaoxian also found it strange. The four of them rarely ate with male colleagues. Why had they invited a male cleaner to eat with them today? Could it be that he's more handsome and younger than the others, and they're curious why he's working as a cleaner, so they called him over to find out?

Wait a minute! The conversation is so relaxed and friendly, like old friends having dinner together, not like they're meeting for the first time. Could that guy be just naturally outgoing? The sharp-eyed Lin Qiaoxian noticed his strange expression and glanced at Ruan Xiaoshan, immediately understanding the reason: he was definitely teasing his new colleague again. Could it be that they invited him to dinner just to play a trick on him? That seemed unlikely, because there was no need to do that to tease him, and besides, the other three wouldn't do that. Did they also have a special regard for him like she did? But he probably didn't have time to let them get to know him.

Besides admiring Guo Yiqiang's good fortune with women, Cui Meiling felt nothing but jealousy and resentment. She was jealous that the company's four most charming beauties were all at the same table with Guo Yiqiang, completely oblivious to the laughter and playfulness of others, with the main character being the cute and handsome young man in her heart. She resented him for doing that in front of her. Did he think she was too young to compare to those younger girls, lacking their youthful beauty, vivacity, and cuteness, creating an age gap? But they were only six years apart, and she wasn't any more mature, voluptuous, or alluring than those younger girls; her face was still so delicate, like a twenty-something. How could she be inferior to them?

But then she remembered she was a married woman, a wife, and she couldn't compare herself to them. She wallowed in self-pity, comparing herself to them, completely oblivious to why she had done what she did, why she had fallen for a penniless young man, becoming hopelessly infatuated, feeling a sense of utter oblivion. After

a quick lunch, Guo Yiqiang returned to the company and sighed inwardly. If he hadn't run fast, who knew what consequences he would have faced? Remembering Ruan Xiaoshan's devilish smile, a lingering fear remained. Could it really be as she said? They were staring at him, and judging from his expression, it didn't seem like a joke. They even seemed quite happy about it, but why?

The company gate wasn't locked at lunchtime because most people went straight back to the office to rest after lunch, only starting work when it was time to get back to work. Perhaps he ate too quickly, violating the cafeteria's principles, because when he returned to the office, there were hardly any people there. Since there was no seat available and it wasn't convenient to sit at the front desk, he couldn't think of anywhere to do, so he took advantage of the still-quiet atmosphere to do some light work like emptying the wastebaskets, sweeping, and wiping tables. By the

time he finished, most of his colleagues had returned. Most people admired Guo Yiqiang's hard work, though some were sarcastic, thinking he was putting on an act for show. Despite this, no one dared to openly mock him, not because they were ashamed, but because it wasn't worth doing something that would damage their image in front of so many colleagues; their dislike was palpable.

But some people just had to seize the opportunity, using others to elevate themselves and expose their ugly faces. Whether intentional or unintentional, when Guo Yiqiang was cleaning the investment department, he noticed a pile of scraps of paper under the desk of a trader in the corner.

To keep the office tidy, Guo Yiqiang went over and said, "Excuse me, miss, could you please move it so I can sweep the trash out?"

The other person, who was chatting on QQ with their back to Guo Yiqiang, said unhappily, "Can't you even sweep it out like this?"

Guo Yiqiang glanced under the desk, thought it was fine, and decided to comply out of respect. He carefully took the broom and swept the scraps out, trying his best not to bump into the other person's legs. Despite Guo Yiqiang's caution, the other person insisted on walking towards it, and he couldn't do anything about it.

As a result, the other person shifted their heel, and the broom touched them lightly. It was a minor touch, and Guo Yiqiang promptly apologized. But the other woman just wanted to cause trouble. She treated the broom like a disgusting snake, insect, rat, or ferocious beast, jumping up in fright and pointing at Guo Yiqiang's nose, hurling a vicious insult: "Are you blind? Why are you sweeping my shoes?! Do you know this is the first time I've worn these shoes today? And you've ruined them like this! What if they're scratched? You can't even afford to pay for them with your salary for a few months. You can't even do this little thing, yet you want to be a cleaner?"

Guo Yiqiang glanced at the onlookers and disdainful looks from the majority. When faced with a wicked woman who accuses others first, he had no choice but to suffer in silence, daring not to speak out. The more you argued with her, the more she would hurl insults at you until she was thoroughly humiliated. He could only remain silent until she tired herself out.

The sad thing was that he hadn't done anything wrong, yet he had to swallow his anger and endure this woman's curses. To be honest, aside from being a bit of a shrew, she wasn't really a woman in any other way. On the contrary, she was quite pretty, around twenty-five or twenty-six years old, with her beautiful hair piled high in curls, a few strands hanging down at her temples. Her captivating phoenix eyes glared at him with a glint of anger, her straight nose flaring rapidly with embarrassment and rage, her normally beautifully curved and perfectly proportioned lips now marked with deep bite marks from her pearly white teeth, and her erect breasts heaving with excitement, making Guo Yiqiang's heart race. He cursed himself for being so foolish, how could he be being verbally abused like this and still have the mind to appreciate her beauty? Unfortunately, if it weren't for this particular moment and scene, it would certainly have been a different kind of beauty...

Chapter 023 Dispute

Ruan Xiaoshan stood up from her seat and said in a sweet voice, "Feng Xinglin, you can't say that."

Ruan Xiaoshan's words immediately attracted everyone's attention. After all, she was one of the four leading actresses, and her beauty surpassed that of Feng Xinglin. Moreover, it seemed that she was speaking up for the new cleaning lady. Who wouldn't enjoy watching a 'verbal battle' between beauties, even if it was just openly admiring their good looks?

Feng Xinglin didn't understand what Ruan Xiaoshan meant. In her opinion, even if Ruan Xiaoshan didn't help her, she wouldn't be at odds with her over a cleaning lady. She chuckled dismissively and said, "Then what should I say?"

Ruan Xiaoshan glanced at Feng Xinglin, then walked towards her from her seat, a smile playing on her lips. "You should think about whether you did anything wrong. Even if you didn't, you shouldn't make such a fuss over such a small thing. Why bother? I don't believe your shoes would be damaged with just a light sweep. The quality is terrible. You spent so much money on a pair of rotten shoes; it's a huge waste. I suggest you call 235 to complain and demand compensation for your loss."

Reaching Feng Xinglin, she looked at her shoes and added, "Look, it's a new Chanel summer model! I've wanted to buy it for a while, but now that you mention it, I'm actually a little worried about its quality."

Feng Xinglin grew increasingly indignant. She couldn't understand why Ruan Xiaoshan would suddenly help her. She never saw Ruan Xiaoshan react when she had disagreements with others! Today you've gone and made sarcastic remarks and attacks without any regard for her feelings. But don't you think what you said just now was even more hurtful?

Feng Xinglin, who wasn't particularly popular to begin with, suffered a further blow after Ruan Xiaoshan spoke to her face, nearly ruining her reputation. If it weren't for the fact that they were colleagues and would inevitably run into each other, once they laughed, future conversations and communication would be difficult, if not impossible.

Ruan Xiaoshan, not being in the same group, didn't hold back her words and actions. Besides, she had long disliked Feng Xinglin; she loved to show off, constantly using her designer clothes to belittle other colleagues, was selfish and mercenary, only caring about money, and fawning over the boss while looking down on everyone else.

Seeing Ruan Xiaoshan so disrespectful, criticizing her in front of everyone, Feng Xinglin, if not for the fact that they were still in the office and needed to save face and felt guilty, would have already angrily retorted, glaring at Ruan Xiaoshan, stammering for a long time without getting anything out of her.

Guo Yiqiang, standing to the side, was astonished that Ruan Xiaoshan would risk a falling out with his colleague for his sake, and not only that, she mercilessly and skillfully mocked Feng Xinglin, leaving her speechless, unable to refute, and without any chance to fight back. It seemed Ruan Xiaoshan's reputation as a "fiery woman" was well-deserved. Guo Yiqiang was deeply grateful for her righteous help, and his initial impression of her as a devilish figure from earlier that day had lessened considerably.

His anger had long since dissipated thanks to Ruan Xiaoshan's words, and Feng Xinglin had received her due punishment. Guo Yiqiang didn't want to see their relationship as colleagues damaged because of a new cleaning lady like himself, so he took the initiative to persuade them, "Ms. Ruan, Ms. Feng, please don't argue over me, this matter..."

Seeing Guo Yiqiang speak up, Ruan Xiaoshan, who had nowhere to vent her anger, thought to herself, "If it weren't for this bastard, would I be in this mess?" She immediately threw all pride and image to the back of her mind and unleashed her burning rage on him, "Who do you think you are! Stop being so conceited! You think I'd argue with her for you? Don't you even know who you are?!"

Ruan Xiaoshan was about to reprimand Feng Xinglin again when Guo Yiqiang, who was right in front of her, pulled her back and stopped her with a look. Although she didn't understand why he did this, since the parties involved had already done this, she, as an outsider, could only watch how he handled it!

This time, Guo Yiqiang wasn't going to back down like a coward. Whether from a perspective of male dignity and self-respect, or from the standpoint of a cleaner and a junior, Guo Yiqiang couldn't suppress the anger in his heart. He said with an air of authority, "Ms. Feng, let me state first that I'm not some nobody. I'm a person just like you, with the same dignity and anger. I personally find your behavior very disheartening. I can't believe you're a highly educated person. To me, you're acting like a shrew on the street, cursing without distinguishing right from wrong. I don't know if you're always like this, or if you're just bullying the weak and fearing the strong, or if you simply don't like me and that's why you're doing something so damaging to your image. I think if you continue like this, you can imagine what will happen."

"Finally, I want to say that being a cleaner is a respectable profession. Perhaps in your eyes it's lowly, not worth even a glance, but I want to tell you, professions have no inherent hierarchy or class; it's the heart that differentiates, and one's cultivation that distinguishes between near and far. Don't look down on someone because of this. Perhaps one day you'll be destitute, while I might rise to prominence, living a happier and more dignified life than you."

With that, Guo Yiqiang didn't even look at them, packed up his tools, and left.

For a moment, not only was Feng Xinglin stunned by Guo Yiqiang's words, her mind a jumble, speechless, standing there like a statue, her eyes glazed, lost and bewildered, as if she had suddenly lost her anchor. She felt her heart being peeled away layer by layer, and only she knew what was left in the end.

The others were no exception, as if struck by a thunderbolt, falling into deep thought. He pondered what Guo Yiqiang's remarks had brought them, and what they had taken away; whether their effect was positive or negative, what insights they had gained, and what they had learned.

Should they seriously consider them, or simply listen dismissively? Should they agree with his words, or dismiss them as mere empty rhetoric? Should they affirm his claims, or believe them to be nothing more than personal fantasy, insurmountably disconnected from reality?

All of this depended entirely on individual judgment and understanding; perhaps this was the standard by which to measure a person… (

Chapter 24: Everyday Life)

After finishing the afternoon's cleanup work, it was already 7:30 Beijing time when he returned to Chen Suqing's house. Before he could say a word, Chen Suqing urged him to wash his hands and eat first.

Guo Yiqiang saw five dishes laid out on the table, waiting for him to eat. It was clear they had prepared the meal long ago; they could have eaten first, but they were willing to endure hunger while waiting for him. This stirred a wave of emotion in Guo Yiqiang; what was he to them? He'd only met this person by chance, through a small incident, yet this person had been so considerate, not only letting him stay overnight but also introducing him to a job and now anxiously awaiting his return.

He'd already eaten at the company cafeteria, and couldn't bear to refuse such kindness, as doing so would be completely unfair to the person. "Sister Qing, the dishes are so plentiful today!"

"Not at all! It's about the same as usual."

Chen Suqing smiled sweetly. Su Yixiu picked up a piece of green vegetable, ate a couple of mouthfuls of rice, chewed and swallowed, and asked, "Brother Qiang, how was work today?"

"Not bad."

Guo Yiqiang had just finished eating and didn't have much of an appetite now, so he could only eat in small bites, afraid that eating too fast would make him nauseous. Chen Suqing couldn't help but say, "What do you mean 'not bad'! I can tell how hard you worked by the time you got back."

She picked up a piece of Kung Pao Chicken and put it in Guo Yiqiang's bowl, saying, "Have some chicken."

Su Yixiu saw this and said coquettishly, "Mom, you're being unfair."

Chen Suqing quickly picked up a piece for her as well, and said angrily, "You little brat, you're even jealous of this? Would you be so reluctant to eat freely at home? I only picked up some for your Brother Qiang because he wasn't picking up much food."

Then she asked Guo Yiqiang, "What's wrong? Was the food Sister Qing made not good today?"

"It's delicious."

Guo Yiqiang had no way to explain himself, so he could only prove it was delicious with his actions.

"It's delicious, then eat more."

Chen Suqing kindly put a few more dishes on Guo Yiqiang's

plate. It was the first time Guo Yiqiang felt that eating too much was a sin, especially since he had to pretend he hadn't eaten anything and keep eating the delicious food. Chen Suqing asked while ladling soup, "Xiaoqiang, did you encounter any difficulties at work today?"

"No, it's just that it's my first time and I'm not very skilled yet, so I'm a bit slow."

Guo Yiqiang lied. "Take your time, there's a first time for everything."

Chen Suqing raised her head and smiled sweetly. Su Yixiu teased, "Brother Qiang, my mom's company has a lot of beautiful women, did you meet any today?"

"Your Brother Qiang! He's amazing, he captivated the four beauties of the company as soon as he entered."

Hearing her daughter's words, Chen Suqing recalled what she had seen at lunch in the restaurant and couldn't help but blurt it out, her tone tinged with jealousy, but unfortunately no one noticed, not even herself.

Su Yixiu exclaimed excitedly, "Wow, Qiang-ge, you're amazing! I'll make you my idol! Tell me quickly, how did you come to know them?" She was

even more excited than Guo Yiqiang.

But to their surprise, Guo Yiqiang asked dumbly, "Who are the Four Beauties?"

The mother and daughter nearly fainted. It turned out the people in question didn't even know who they were talking about. Anyone who didn't know would think it was a rumor they'd made up.

Su Yixiu looked at Guo Yiqiang in surprise and said, "No way! You don't know who the four beauties of my mom's company are?"

Then she asked Chen Suqing suspiciously, "Mom,

you're not just making this up, are you?" Chen Suqing, who was wrongly accused by her daughter for the first time, hurriedly defended herself, "Xiaoqiang, you're too dishonest! Have you forgotten who you had lunch with?"

Guo Yiqiang suddenly realized, "So the four beauties you're talking about are them!"

Chen Suqing stopped eating and asked incredulously, "You don't know anything, do you?"

"Know what?"

"You didn't know and you still ate with them."

Su Yixiu finished her soup and said, "The four beauties of the company are Zeng Yulan, the receptionist; Ruan Xiaoshan and Yan Feiying, the two beauties of the investment department; and Xia Siyu, the best in finance and human resources. Have you heard of them?"

"I know their names, but I've never heard of them being the company's four beauties."

Guo Yiqiang nodded and then shook his head. "I saw you two chatting quite happily at noon."

Chen Suqing voiced her doubts, staring intently at Guo Yiqiang, trying to judge whether he was lying from his expression. "Oh, you mean noon? They saw I couldn't find a seat, and they had empty seats, so they invited me to sit with them. That's when I learned their names. As for the 'four beauties,' I only heard you mention them tonight."

Guo Yiqiang explained. "Is it that simple?"

Su Yixiu pressed. "Yes! Do you think there's something else going on?"

Guo Yiqiang asked with a smile. Chen Suqing saw that Guo Yiqiang wasn't lying; their conversation was just between ordinary friends. She was overthinking things. Why was she overthinking? Was it because she didn't want to see him so close to other girls? But why wouldn't she want to see that?

Su Yixiu smiled and said, "Of course I want something from you! It's just a pity that the beautiful lady doesn't care about you."

"Little girl, what are you thinking?"

Guo Yiqiang glanced at Su Yixiu sitting opposite him and chuckled, "You're only two years older than me, what's so great about that?"

Su Yixiu rolled her eyes at Guo Yiqiang and said coquettishly. Chen Suqing came to her senses and tried to dissuade her, "Alright, what's there to argue about? Older is older, younger is younger."

Su Yixiu snorted and said, "Mom, you always side with Brother Qiang, do you even consider me your daughter anymore!"

Chen Suqing pretended to be angry, rolled her eyes at Su Yixiu, and scolded, "You little brat, you can say anything. If I'm not your mother, then who is?"

Guo Yiqiang saw that the mother and daughter were almost identical even when they were angry. The only difference was that one was youthful and lovely, as pure and flawless as a lotus, and the other was charming and alluring, as beautiful and vibrant as a rose. Under the bright lights, the two beautiful women, one tall and one short, appeared even more pure and radiant, with skin as white as snow, as beautiful as flowers, like budding blossoms, graceful and charming, truly stunning beauties. Such a beautiful night unconsciously etched their lovely faces into the depths of Guo Yiqiang's memory, forming an indelible image. He sincerely hoped that such nights would never end, that he could spend them forever, and that he could accompany them through every night to come. Unfortunately, he was only occupying the space; he would have to leave sooner or later. Even if they didn't say anything, he felt too embarrassed to linger... (

Chapter 25: Keeping Her

) "Sister Qing, Xiuxiu,"

Guo Yiqiang said in a low voice. Guo Yiqiang's unusual behavior made the mother and daughter stop talking, looking at him questioningly, wondering what he wanted to say.

Guo Yiqiang hesitated for a moment before saying, "It's like this, I think now that I have a job, it might not be appropriate to stay here any longer, so..."

Chen Suqing interrupted, "Have you found a place to stay yet?"

"No, not yet."

"Since you haven't, why don't you continue to stay?"

Guo Yiqiang scratched his head, thought about his words, and then said, "I'll have to move out sooner or later, it's just a matter of time. Leaving now or leaving later is the same. Besides, I'm afraid that if I continue to stay, people will gossip, which won't be good for Sister Qing and Xiuxiu."

Chen Suqing pondered for a moment and said, "In that case, I'll introduce you to a place to stay, so you don't have to look around."

Su Yixiu didn't speak, but quietly watched her mother deal with this issue. It wasn't that she didn't want Guo Yiqiang to stay, but she thought what he said wasn't unreasonable. If a young man suddenly moved in with a widow and her daughter, and the neighbors saw them, it could really cause some gossip.

At the same time, she really hoped Guo Yiqiang would stay. Having been alone for so many years, she longed for a brother who would care for and cherish her. Guo Yiqiang's arrival gave her hope, and the simple soy milk and fried dough sticks for breakfast further solidified her resolve. She felt that Guo Yiqiang was the kind of good brother she had always dreamed of, and most importantly, she felt a sense of closeness to him and wouldn't feel any resistance living with him.

Guo Yiqiang felt a pang of disappointment upon hearing Chen Suqing's words. He really had to leave them; he was unwilling beyond measure, but the words had already been spoken, like spilled water—this was the feeling of irreversible loss. He had lost much interest in Chen Suqing introducing him to the house, and could only force himself to reply, "Thank you, Sister Qing."

Chen Suqing took in Guo Yiqiang's expression and could roughly guess what he meant. She cursed inwardly: "Little rascal, he wants to stay but says such things, making me have to abandon my pride and plead with him before he'll stay openly!" "Hmph, if I don't teach you a lesson, you'll really think Sister Qing is easy to bully." Chen Suqing asked seriously, "Aren't you going to ask about the house?"

Guo Yiqiang smiled faintly and said, "It doesn't matter what it is, as long as it's habitable."

Suddenly, as if he thought of something, he added, "But don't make the price too high."

Chen Suqing glanced at Guo Yiqiang and said, "The house is a single room, the decoration is quite nice, and the facilities are complete, with air conditioning, water heater, TV..."

Guo Yiqiang was shocked. This was no worse than Sister Qing's house. That would be the death of him. He only had about two hundred yuan left. If he really rented a house like this, how would he eat?! "Sister Qing, please spare me! I can tell from the sound of your place that it's not a place someone like me can afford."

"That's right! Mom, you should at least find a suitable one!"

Su Yixiu disagreed. Chen Suqing chuckled, "I haven't even finished speaking, why are you all in such a hurry!"

She continued, "The rent isn't as terrifying as you think, it's only one hundred yuan."

Su Yixiu incredulously blurted out, "One hundred yuan? Mom, you're kidding, there's no such thing as a cheap place!"

Guo Yiqiang also said incredulously, "Sister Qing, are you sure you heard correctly?"

Chen Suqing secretly chuckled, thinking, "I'll teach you a lesson this time," but said casually, "It's definitely true, and the other party is someone I know."

Su Yixiu thought to herself, "Why have I never heard Mom mention this before? If it were this good, it should have been rented out long ago! How come it's Brother Qiang's turn?" "Wait, the house sounds like a scene from home. Mom's behavior just now was also different from usual; she didn't even feign trying to persuade me to stay. This is too abnormal." After a moment's thought, he realized the reason, smiled secretly, and waited to see what would happen, remaining silent.

"Really? Then it's really worth staying here."

Guo Yiqiang's belief was a bit far-fetched, because he didn't really believe that a windfall would fall from the sky. "Sister Qing, does she have any other conditions?"

"No! Freedom of entry and exit, just like living here."

Chen Suqing smiled gently. "Okay, I've decided to stay."

Chen Suqing handed a set of keys to Guo Yiqiang, saying, "Here are the keys for you."

Guo Yiqiang took them and looked at them, feeling they looked familiar. Weren't these the keys he used to open the door when he bought breakfast this morning? He asked in confusion, "Sister Qing, are you sure you didn't give me the wrong keys?"

Chen Suqing smiled and said, "No, these are the keys!"

Guo Yiqiang looked at Chen Suqing with doubt, still not giving up, "But I feel like these are the keys to Sister Qing's house!"

Su Yixiu chuckled and said, "Silly, don't you understand what my mother means?"

Guo Yiqiang suddenly realized that the house Chen Suqing had been talking about was the one he was currently living in. No wonder it was so nice and so cheap. He was certainly happy to continue living there, but he hadn't forgotten his worries.

Seeing Guo Yiqiang's worried expression after his initial joy, Chen Suqing quickly understood the key issue. To reassure him, she said nonchalantly, "Don't worry! Even if people find out, it's no big deal. They'll just say you're my cousin."

"That's right! I also wish I had a brother like you. Brother Qiang, please stay!"

Su Yixiu ran to Guo Yiqiang's side, acting coquettishly, her hands still gripping his arm and shaking it repeatedly, her expression one of unwavering determination—quite charming.

Guo Yiqiang hadn't intended to refuse to begin with, and now, with Su Yixiu's antics, he agreed even more readily, his arm still rubbing against hers. Her slightly petite breasts and the fresh, delicate fragrance of her youthful body wafted into his nostrils, causing Guo Yiqiang to feel his manhood surging again. This was not a good thing, and he struggled to break free from Su Yixiu's embrace. "Xiuxiu, let go first, I'm staying here."

Whether Guo Yiqiang's movements were too rough or Su Yixiu realized the inappropriate position, she suddenly woke up, her pretty face flushed, and immediately released Guo Yiqiang's arm, pretending to be nonchalant, saying, "Mom, you two chat first, I'll help you clear the dishes."

Saying that, she ignored them and started fighting. Luckily, everyone had finished eating, otherwise, it would have been a laughing stock.

Chen Suqing didn't notice her daughter's strange behavior and said, "Then it's settled. As for the rent, you can pay it when you get your salary!"

Guo Yiqiang said politely, "Then thank you in advance, Sister Qing."

You brat, you got a good deal and still act innocent. You clearly wanted to stay, but in the end, I had to beg you. I really don't know if I owed you something in my past life. However, she was quite happy that Guo Yiqiang could stay, though she couldn't quite explain why... (

Chapter 26: Ah! He bumped his little brother!)

Guo Yiqiang, who was tidying his clothes in the room, suddenly heard a knock at the door and called out, "Come in."

Entering was Su Yixiu. Having just showered, she was wearing the same style of pajamas as yesterday, but in a different color. The pajamas were embroidered with Winnie the Poohs of various sizes and shapes; it was clear she really liked them. She exuded the minty scent of shower gel. She sat down on the bedside next to Guo Yiqiang, looking at him with bright, watery eyes and smiling sweetly, "Brother Qiang, is there anything you're missing?" "Do you want me to get it for you?"

Guo Yiqiang said while folding clothes. "Not for now. Besides, everything is fine now, no need to add anything."

Su Yixiu leaned over and carried the folded clothes to the wardrobe. She opened the tightly closed wardrobe door, arranged the clothes neatly, and then pointed to the cabinet door next to her, saying, "Brother Qiang, there are blankets and mattresses in here. If you need anything, just take it yourself."

Looking at her pretty face under her cascading black hair, perhaps because of the caring expression on her face, Guo Yiqiang felt that she was exceptionally radiant. "Thank you, Xiuxiu."

Su Yixiu smiled awkwardly, "Aren't you my brother Qiang? There's no need to be so polite."

As she spoke, she came over to help Guo Yiqiang organize his clothes. This time, instead of leaning over, she half-squatted in front of him and took some clothes out of his bag to organize them.

The two chatted and laughed as they tidied up. Suddenly, Guo Yiqiang noticed that the top button of Su Yixiu's pajamas wasn't fastened properly, revealing her snow-white skin. With the movement of her arm, he could vaguely see her breasts, clinging to the pajamas, trembling through the thin fabric. The movement wasn't large, but to Guo Yiqiang, it was as captivating as Columbus discovering a new continent. Every time he leaned forward to pick up clothes, he could glimpse half of her dazzling breasts peeking out from under her light pink lace bra through the opening in her pajamas. Even these small glimpses were enough to cause a certain part of Guo Yiqiang's body below the waist to swell to its maximum.

Having not heard Guo Yiqiang speak for a while, Su Yixiu looked up and immediately noticed the high tent bulging in his crotch. Having studied physiology, Su Yixiu instantly understood that it was a symbol of masculinity. Her cheeks flushed crimson, all the way to her ears, and her eyes glistened with tears, reflecting her own image. Confused as to why Guo Yiqiang was acting this way, she looked at his face and realized what was happening. She screamed, crossing her arms over her chest to block his view.

Guo Yiqiang suddenly realized that Su Yixiu had seen his voyeuristic behavior. He hurriedly grabbed a piece of clothing to cover his crotch, trying to conceal his firm and wide member. But instead of covering it, the small tent became a large yurt, making it appear even more magnificent and enormous.

A delicate fragrance slowly wafted into Su Yixiu's nose. How wonderful! The scent was exactly the same as the one she had smelled before. As she inhaled more, Su Yixiu felt her lust rising uncontrollably, though her mind remained unaffected. The awkward situation made her choose to escape.

As soon as she stood up, she felt completely drained, as if all her strength had been drained away. With a soft "hmm," she slumped back towards Guo Yiqiang's seat. Guo Yiqiang, who was covering his erection, had just looked up when he saw Su Yixiu's eyes fixed on him, seemingly about to faint, as she lunged at him. Before he could even grasp the situation, Guo Yiqiang reflexively reached out to support Su Yixiu's shoulders. Due to the distance, he couldn't quite get a good grip, and only managed to catch her when she bumped into his erection.

In that instant, Guo Yiqiang almost didn't let go, because the feeling of Su Yixiu kissing his erection sent shivers down his spine; he felt like he was about to erupt. Fortunately, he managed to regain his composure, preventing Su Yixiu from having further full contact.

The shameful posture, the shameful contact, the immense size so close, as if she could feel the masculine scent emanating from within, coupled with the even stronger fragrance, made Su Yixiu's breath catch in her throat. She held her breath for a few seconds before recovering and involuntarily gasping for air, her mouth wide open as if to swallow it all. Her heart pounded, her body burned, and she gasped repeatedly, her breath sweet as orchids. She felt her private parts overflowing with desire, wet and swollen, even more intense and exciting than the contact of the previous night.

Su Yixiu's hot breath continuously pressed against Guo Yiqiang's massive member, the scorching heat impacting his entire body with each breath, his pores dilating violently, waves of pleasure spreading throughout his body. The girl's fragrance made him lose control, and slowly, his body seemed to become uncontrollable. He slowly grasped Su Yixiu with both hands and pulled her into his embrace.

Just as Guo Yiqiang was about to lean over and kiss Su Yixiu's moist and fragrant red lips, a knock sounded at the door, and Chen Suqing's sweet voice came from outside, "Xiuxiu, are you in there? Why does your voice sound like you're calling? What happened? I'm coming in."

The sweet voice sounded like a loud bell to them, instantly waking the two lovers who were hovering on the edge of forbidden territory. Guo Yiqiang was so frightened that he immediately helped Su Yixiu to her feet, but Su Yixiu was already too weak. She let out a soft "hmm" and fell back onto Guo Yiqiang. At this moment, Guo Yiqiang had no interest in feeling Su Yixiu's delicate body, so he could only half-embrace her and let her sit on the bed.

Having just finished these actions, Chen Suqing opened the door and appeared in the doorway. Not noticing anything amiss, she scolded, "Xiuxiu, didn't you hear Mom calling you?"

Su Yixiu lowered her head, trying to hide

her embarrassment, and said, "I heard you." Chen Suqing found her daughter's expression odd, but couldn't quite pinpoint the problem, so she asked, "What were you calling for just now?"

Su Yixiu quickly replied, "Oh, just now… just now a cockroach suddenly appeared, so it startled me."

Guo Yiqiang broke out in a cold sweat, fearing that Su Yixiu might accidentally expose his actions, and if Sister Qing found out he had disrespected her daughter, he would be severely reprimanded. Saving face was a small matter; betraying Sister Qing's kindness and trust was unforgivable, even to himself.

Upon hearing this, Chen Suqing looked around nervously, as if afraid the cockroach would appear at any moment. She hurriedly said, "The cockroach is over there."

Su Yixiu had told the whole lie. If Chen Suqing could see her expression, she would definitely have noticed something was wrong. "It was just beaten to death by Brother Qiang."

Only after hearing this did Chen Suqing relax her nervousness and said softly, "Xiao Qiang, you can go take a shower now."

Then she added, "Xiuxiu, you should go study too."

After saying that, she closed the door and left.

Guo Yiqiang picked up his change of clothes, glanced at Su Yixiu, and hurriedly left. It wasn't that he didn't want to say something, but he didn't know how to start the conversation...

Chapter 027 DIY

Back in her room, Su Yixiu lay face down on the bed without even turning on the light, burying her face in the pillow. Her mind kept replaying the scenes that had just happened, thinking of Brother Qiang's tall, firm, and burning gaze that could melt her, and the masculine scent in his nose. Her uncontrollable lust, her body hot and weak, her undisguised desire rising.

What was wrong with her? Why was she like this? It was even stronger than last time. Even if she liked Qiang-ge, it shouldn't be like this! Right, there was the fragrance. That fragrance must be coming from Qiang-ge's body, and there must be something strange about it. Otherwise, how could she have been so irresistibly aroused by this fragrance twice? Where did that fragrance come from? Why was it on a boy?

Thinking about how she almost gave her first kiss and the thick lips beneath Guo Yiqiang's handsome face, the more she thought about it, the more her breath rose and fell, her love juices flowing like a stream. Ah, what am I thinking? What a little pervert! My favorite little white rabbit panties are soaked again. It's all Qiang-ge's fault. He's such a big pervert.

After changing her panties, Su Yixiu turned on the desk lamp, opened her book, and rested her chin on her hands. But why didn't I feel any aversion? If Mom hadn't shown up in time, would I have stopped him from going any further? The answer is no, but he couldn't figure out why. As a result, he didn't read a single page of his book all night; his mind was filled with that question.

Guo Yiqiang, who had just entered the bathroom to turn on the shower and extinguish the fire of desire in his heart, suddenly discovered a change of bras, panties, stockings, and other items in the slightly uncovered washing machine. They were clearly freshly washed underwear: a white strapless bra with lace trim, and black lace panties. It was the first time he had ever seen short, pretty women's panties so realistically, and so close that he could almost touch them. The sensation was far stronger than the sexy red thong he had worn under Cui Meiling that morning, combined with the influence he had just experienced. Suddenly, Guo Yiqiang felt like a bee flitting among flowers, finding pollen to collect. His still-erect member rapidly swelled and swelled. Guo Yiqiang could no longer control himself, and involuntarily reached inside, pulling out the alluring black lace panties and white strapless bra. He held the panties in one hand and the bra in the other, inhaling their scent.

The transparent, soft black lace panties exuded a uniquely feminine fragrance. Guo Yiqiang, burning with desire, could no longer resist. He frantically used one hand to unbuckle his belt, pulled off his panties, and released his seasoned 'little brother.' He covered himself with the transparent, soft black lace panties, while the other hand held the bra to his nose, constantly inhaling its scent. After some effort, he finally completed his first self-initiated masturbation.

After venting his lust, Guo Yiqiang felt incredibly refreshed, not tired at all, but rather more energetic, his whole body feeling as comfortable as if he were basking in the morning sun of winter. Everything has its firsts, and Guo Yiqiang's first time wasn't entirely successful. His ejaculation accidentally stained his black lace panties with some white stuff. Startled, he frantically wiped the stain repeatedly until he was sure it was okay before carefully putting them back.

But in that careful handling, he discovered another set of underwear under his clothes. Pulling them out, he saw they were clearly a size too small, not the sexy type, but the cute type—it was obvious whose they were. The small, adorable pure white panties didn't have Winnie the Pooh embroidered on the front, but a cute little white rabbit. The bra was also pure white, but unlike his mother's, this one had shoulder straps.

The scent of jasmine lingerie wafted through Guo Yiqiang's mind, and the passion of the moment involuntarily returned. He fantasized about Su Yixiu standing before him in a bikini, her beautiful face captivating, her shoulder-length hair glossy black, her cheeks flushed like rouge, her eyes brimming with desire, her bright red lips slightly parted, her long, slender neck gracefully white, her full, firm breasts, her long, shapely thighs, her plump, round buttocks, her delicate little toes…

His recently swollen member was already erect again, ready to strike, and Guo Yiqiang unconsciously began masturbating once more. After his first disastrous performance, Guo Yiqiang worked hard to last longer this time, honing his techniques.

Finally, after much effort, his 'little brother' was brought to a standstill, foaming at the mouth, sacrificing its former glory, its power gone, limp as a snake. Its older brother was also flushed and panting heavily.

He went in to shower at nine o'clock, but didn't rush out until almost ten. Seeing no one in the living room, Guo Yiqiang rushed into the room with a tense expression. He felt both excited and thrilled about what he had just done; if given the chance to choose again, he would do the same without hesitation.

After showering, he lay in bed unable to sleep, his mind filled with images of Chen Suqing and Su Yixiu, alternating between dignified and beautiful, pure and sweet, and alluring and stunning. Most often, they appeared with their captivatingly naked bodies. This made his 'little brother' incredibly happy, almost causing Guo Yiqiang to rush to the bathroom again.

The intense excitement left him restless all night, tossing and turning with a tent in his throat, finally falling asleep near dawn. Then, awakened by his biological clock, he got up to buy breakfast.

Upon waking up, Su Yixiu saw fried dough sticks and congee on the dining table. Glancing at Guo Yiqiang's door, which remained closed, the quick-witted Su Yixiu immediately guessed that Guo Yiqiang was deliberately avoiding her after buying breakfast to avoid awkwardness. Living under the same roof, how could they possibly avoid each other? Even if they could hide for a while, they couldn't hide forever!

Last night's events couldn't be entirely his fault; she also bore some responsibility. To prevent any unpleasantness or rifts in their relationship, Su Yixiu finished breakfast and went to Guo Yiqiang's door, calling out, "Brother Qiang, I'm going to school."

Lying in bed, listening to everything outside, Guo Yiqiang jumped out of bed upon hearing Su Yixiu's cheerful, non-angry voice, feeling as if everything had cleared up.

Just as he came out of his room, he saw Chen Suqing also emerging, dressed neatly. Although he hadn't had the same fleeting glimpse as yesterday morning, seeing Chen Suqing first thing every morning was still a kind of happiness.

"Yiqiang, didn't you sleep well?"

Chen Suqing asked with concern when she saw that Guo Yiqiang's eyes had dark circles like those of a giant panda. "I'm fine."

Guo Yiqiang said with a smile, "You need to pay attention to your sleep, otherwise you won't have any energy at work."

Chen Suqing reminded Guo Yiqiang. Thinking about what happened last night, Guo Yiqiang couldn't help but glance at Chen Suqing, guessing what kind of underwear she would wear today. He almost had another morning of excitement. He hurriedly calmed himself down and called Chen Suqing to have breakfast.

Seeing that Guo Yiqiang had bought breakfast again, Chen Suqing assumed their daughter had already eaten and gone to school. Considering Guo Yiqiang's financial situation, Chen Suqing pulled out five hundred-yuan bills from her small bag and handed them to Guo Yiqiang, who was sitting opposite her, saying, "Xiaoqiang, this is for breakfast."

Guo Yiqiang reached out and pushed, saying, "Sister Qing, I live in your house and eat your food. You only charge such a small rent. What's a little breakfast for me?"

Chen Suqing shook her head slightly, saying, "Xiaoqiang, I know you don't have much money on you right now. If you buy breakfast every day, can you afford it? This money is for your morning exercises, for when I come home late, you can buy groceries first, and for self-defense. It's very inconvenient for a man not to have some money on him." She

paused slightly, then continued, "Just to clarify, this money is a loan. You can pay me back when you get your salary."

Guo Yiqiang was deeply moved; even his own sister couldn't be more considerate! She's so considerate of me, even worried that my strong masculine pride might prevent me from using a woman's money, so she makes up reasons why the money should be used, and finally specifically states that it's a loan to me, making it easier for me to accept. Such a wonderful older sister is hard to find even with a lantern! And I'm so lucky to have stumbled upon her.

Seeing Guo Yiqiang almost in tears, Chen Suqing felt a sweet warmth in her heart, believing her actions were all worthwhile. She smiled gently and said, "A real man doesn't cry. Don't whine in front of me, I don't like seeing that."

Guo Yiqiang was deeply moved, looked up at the sky, and whispered, "Thank you, Sister Qing."

"Alright, let's eat while it's hot! Remember to go to work early after you finish. You can walk there yourself, no problem,"

Chen Suqing said with concern. Guo Yiqiang confidently replied, "No problem, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to get back last night."

"Then wait a bit, go ahead yourself. Sister Qing doesn't need to go so early,"

Chen Suqing said sweetly. "Then why didn't you sleep a little

longer, Sister Qing?" "It's okay, I slept a lot. I forgot to turn on the washing machine last night, so I got up early to do the laundry."

Hearing this, Guo Yiqiang tensed up, his hand holding the spoon hovering in the air. Remembering what he had done last night, he worried about being discovered. But it shouldn't be, right? Wasn't it already cleaned very well? And the placement was almost exactly the same as before.

"Xiaoqiang."

Guo Yiqiang responded with a strong reaction, "Oh, what is it?"

"What, did I scare you?"

Chen Suqing smiled, pursing her lips. Guo Yiqiang covered up, "No, I was just thinking about something small. By the way, is there anything I can help you with, Sister Qing?"

Chen Suqing looked at Guo Yiqiang and said softly, "It's like this, you can just put your clean clothes in the washing machine, you don't need to go through the trouble of washing them yourself."

Guo Yiqiang declined, saying, "It's no trouble, my clothes are quite dirty, it wouldn't be good if I put them together and they got dirty."

Chen Suqing glanced at Guo Yiqiang shyly and said, "What's the difference between dirty and not dirty? Putting them in the washing machine is the same. Besides, I don't wash other more private personal clothes together."

Not washing them together meant that the underwear from last night was just left there for now, and Sister Qing would take them out to wash by hand later, which wouldn't be safe. But there was no way to fix it now. Actually, Guo Yiqiang had no idea that when it was just the two of them, they always washed them together. Now they were just doing this because they didn't want Guo Yiqiang to feel embarrassed.

"Then it's settled."

Chen Suqing ignored Guo Yiqiang, who was still in a daze, and made the decision for him. After Chen Suqing went back to start the washing machine, she came out and saw that it was already past eight o'clock. Guo Yiqiang was still in a daze, so she said, "Yiqiang, it's getting late. Why don't you hurry up and go to work?"

Guo Yiqiang then came to his senses, hurriedly swallowed the remaining white porridge and fried dough sticks, grabbed a napkin to wipe himself, and said, "Sister Qing, please tidy up. I'm leaving now."

He was already at the door when he finished speaking...

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