With global currency devaluation, I'll wear these back and take my whole family flying!

Luo Tianrui smiled upon hearing this, and then Shen Ci looked at him and asked, "Is everyone in Longcheng now?"

"No, a few people went home for the National Day holiday."

Shen Ci nodded: "Then let's wait until after National Day when everyone comes back, and I'll treat everyone to a meal then."

After saying that, she transferred 5 yuan directly to Luo Tianrui.

Luo Tianrui was startled upon seeing this and instinctively refused, "Shen Ci, this won't do, I can't accept this money."

Shen Ci calmly explained, "It's not just for you alone. It's divided among the eight of you. At least your daily needs for food, clothing, and shelter will be guaranteed. You'll receive it every month from now on."

“We are already very grateful that you are willing to invest, believe in, and support us.” Luo Tianrui felt embarrassed and tried to refuse the transfer, saying, “I really can’t accept it.”

“I’ve already invested several hundred yuan, what’s there to be embarrassed about accepting a few yuan in subsidies?” Shen Ci interrupted him, saying seriously, “You should all focus on the project now. As an investor, I certainly don’t want you to be distracted by other things. If everyone is like Brother Ge, having to go out and do part-time jobs every day to make a living, then the project cycle will inevitably be prolonged. Time costs are also costs, and hidden losses are something I also need to consider.”

This statement was very convincing, and Luo Tianrui paused for a moment.

Gu Lianxing couldn't stand it anymore and spoke up, saying, "Shen Ci is very thoughtful. Don't be stubborn at this time. She is wholeheartedly concerned about the project and you. If you are really grateful to her, then doing your best to complete the project is more important than anything else."

Luo Tianrui hesitated, pursing his lips, feeling both conflicted and touched.

Finally, he nodded: "Then I thank you on everyone's behalf."

Seeing that he accepted the contract, Shen Ci smiled and said, "Once you sign the contract, you will be my team. I will stand with you through thick and thin. Don't feel too much pressure. I know that investing is risky. Even if it doesn't succeed in the end, I won't blame you."

"We will do our best," Luo Tianrui said earnestly.

After finishing an iced Americano, Luo Tianrui left with the contract.

Shen Ci glanced at the time, then looked at Gu Lianxing and asked, "What are we doing later?"

Gu Lianxing thought for a moment and said, "I want to get my nails done."

"Then you go get your nails done, I want to go look at cars."

"You want to buy a car? Can you drive?" Gu Lianxing asked.

Shen Ci can drive, of course, but he doesn't have a driver's license right now.

"Since I have to wait to pick up the car anyway, I might as well take the test."

Gu Lianxing hesitated for a moment, then said, "Then I'll go with you to look at the car. It's boring to do my nails by myself."

Shen Ci nodded, and the two left the coffee shop hand in hand. Gu Lianxing asked curiously, "What kind of car do you want to buy?"

"Let's take a look first, I don't really understand it either."

With nothing else to do, the two went to dealerships for luxury car brands such as Ferrari, Bentley, and Lamborghini, but Shen Ci didn't find any of them to his liking.

Her knowledge of cars is not comprehensive, let alone professional, so she values ​​first impressions most.

If there's a car she likes at first sight, she'll pay for it without hesitation.

Finally, the two entered the Rolls-Royce 4S store.

As soon as she entered the store, Gu Lianxing ran to the sofa in the rest area and sat down. She looked at Shen Ci with a pained expression and said, "Darling, you can see for yourself. I really need to rest. You've made my legs so thin."

Shen Ci smiled helplessly and nodded. Just then, a salesperson came forward to offer their service.

"Hello ma'am, are you looking to buy a car?"

The waitress was a cute girl with dimples, and her voice was sweet.

Shen Ci nodded: "Yes, can you show me around?"

“Of course, this way please.” The young woman led the way enthusiastically, then turned to ask, “Madam, have you looked into Rolls-Royce models before? Do you have a particular style in mind?”

Shen Ci smiled and shook her head: "I don't know much about cars."

The salesperson gave a professional smile upon hearing this: "That's alright, I can introduce it to you. If you're interested, you can sit on it and experience it for yourself."

"OK, thanks."

As they were talking, Shen Ci followed the salesperson to the exhibition area, where he saw small cars as well as colorful sports cars.

Based on sales experience, women usually choose exquisite and brightly colored small sedans or sports cars, so the salesperson subconsciously brought Shen Ci to this area first.

Unfortunately, Shen Ci didn't like this kind of car.

She prefers black and white colors, and also likes cars that are understated and sophisticated.

So after only a casual glance, Shen Ci said directly to the salesperson, "I don't like sports cars, take me to see a larger model."

"No problem, this way please."

Following the salesperson to another exhibition area, the models that caught Shen Ci's eye were completely different from the small and exquisite cars in the previous area. Shen Ci's eyes lit up and he immediately took a liking to one of the white cars.

This is what's called "love at first sight"—you can't go wrong if you like someone at first glance.

Without needing the saleswoman to lead the way, Shen Ci went straight to the car. The model was upright and elegant, with smooth white body lines and some pink elements in the details, which instantly brightened the car's feminine characteristics and made it seem like a car that would be difficult for a girl to drive.

Seeing this, the young girl quickly followed and introduced, "This is our latest Rolls-Royce Cullinan model. The overall body is..."

She launched into a long explanation and casually opened the car door, revealing the luxurious interior, complete with its classic "starry sky roof."

"How long will it take to pick up the car?" Shen Ci interrupted the young woman's use of technical jargon and asked directly.

The other party was slightly taken aback, then quickly said, "Madam, if you pay the deposit today, you can pick up the car in as little as three months."

"Can't it be any faster?" Shen Ci asked.

It would take her at most a month to retake her driver's license test.

The young woman shook her head apologetically: "I'm sorry, ma'am, apart from the regular models, the other models in our brand are not mass-produced, so you will need to wait in line. Three months is the fastest you can expect."

Shen Ci nodded in understanding and was about to settle down when someone suddenly jumped out beside him.

"Shen Ci!"

Shen Ci was startled and turned her head to look, only to find that it was Gu Yunzhou.

Unlike the flamboyant embroidered suit he wore to the cocktail party that night, Gu Yunzhou was simply dressed in a short-sleeved shirt and shorts today, with a pair of flip-flops on his feet.

"You're not stalking me, are you?" Shen Ci asked him, half-jokingly.

Gu Yunzhou shrugged and gestured with his chin towards the distance: "I brought my car in for maintenance, I didn't expect to run into you here."

As he spoke, he looked at the Cullinan in front of him and couldn't help but show a look of surprise: "Wow, you're a girl driving a Cullinan? That's so cool!"