The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han slowly walked out of the orphanage gate. Sunlight shone on them, outlining their faint silhouettes. A gentle breeze stirred, ruffling Chen Mengyao's hair. Her eyes shone with a firm and bright light; she already had a clear plan in mind.

The two quickly got into the car, and after fastening their seatbelts, Chen Mengyao said to Ouyang Han before setting off, "When we were at the orphanage, I mentioned to Zhao Youze that we should get a bus for the orphanage. Since we agreed, we need to get it done as soon as possible. I have some buses in my space, so we can just use them for the orphanage. However, just having a bus isn't enough; we also need a few professional drivers."

Ouyang Han nodded slightly, looking at her intently and listening attentively. Chen Mengyao continued to explain her thoughts: "Moreover, it's not just the orphanage; the school buses for the school that's about to be built are also a problem. Let's see if Lin Jianfeng's company can help us purchase suitable school buses. Also, when the art museum goes out to perform, it will need to take out buses from the space for use. Therefore, it would be best to rent a few bus drivers from Lin Jianfeng's company; that way, they'll be both professional and reliable."

At this point, Chen Mengyao took out her phone, skillfully found Lin Jianfeng's number, and dialed it. Lin Jianfeng's cheerful voice quickly came from the other end of the line: "Hello, Miss Chen, please feel free to ask!"

Chen Mengyao smiled and said, "President Lin, it's like this, I'd like to talk to you about renting bus drivers and purchasing school buses. Could you send me the address of your bus company now? I plan to come over and discuss it with you in person."

Lin Jianfeng agreed without hesitation, "No problem, just wait a moment, I'll send you the address right away." Not long after, a message containing the detailed address appeared on Chen Mengyao's phone screen.

Chen Mengyao opened the navigation software, set the destination, and turned to Ouyang Han, saying, "Let's follow the navigation and head to find President Lin now." Ouyang Han started the car and drove steadily towards the destination.

Before long, they arrived at the bus company where Lin Jianfeng worked. The company was quite large, and the parking lot was full of all kinds of vehicles, a bustling scene. Lin Jianfeng had been waiting at the entrance for a long time, and as soon as he saw them get off the bus, he immediately greeted them warmly.

"Ms. Chen, welcome, welcome! Please come in." Lin Jianfeng said, gesturing for them to enter. The group entered the office together, and after everyone was seated, Lin Jianfeng's secretary immediately brought out two steaming cups of tea.

Chen Mengyao got straight to the point: "President Lin, the main reason I came to see you this time is to solve two problems. One is to rent some experienced bus drivers, and the other is to see if your company has any suitable school buses that you can provide for us."

Lin Jianfeng nodded slightly and replied earnestly, "Ms. Chen, please rest assured. Our company has been operating in the industry for many years and has cultivated a large team of skilled and experienced drivers. As for the supply of school buses, we have been cooperating with many well-known manufacturers and can provide a variety of high-quality school buses in different styles and configurations, which can fully meet the needs of different customers."

Chen Mengyao nodded in satisfaction and explained further, "Here's the thing, we plan to equip the welfare home with a bus for daily travel and other activities. I will provide the bus myself, but we need a few reliable drivers to operate it. In addition, the school I'm building also needs a batch of safe school buses to pick up and drop off students or to organize outings. I hope you can provide certain guarantees in terms of quality and price."

After a moment's thought, Lin Jianfeng said, "Regarding the drivers needed for the welfare home, I can select several experienced and reputable employees. They have extensive experience in handling various road conditions and emergencies, which will certainly ensure driving safety. As for the purchase of school buses, we can recommend the most suitable models for you based on your specific requirements, and try our best to offer reasonable discounts."

Chen Mengyao asked curiously, "How are the rental fees for these drivers calculated?"

Lin Jianfeng handed her a detailed price list: "Look, here are the different rental packages. If it's a long-term rental, there will be certain discounts. For example, if calculated monthly, the cost per driver per month is approximately XXX yuan. This price includes basic salary, insurance, and other related expenses."

Chen Mengyao looked at the price list carefully and then asked, "What is the general procurement process for school buses? How long does it take from placing an order to delivery?"

Lin Jianfeng patiently explained: "Generally speaking, you first determine the model, quantity, and configuration details you want, then sign a formal contract and pay a deposit. We will immediately place an order with the manufacturer or allocate vehicles from our inventory. If everything goes smoothly, production and delivery can usually be completed within a month. Of course, the specific time depends on the order volume and production progress at that time."

Ouyang Han chimed in, "President Lin, besides their excellent driving skills, their overall qualities are also very important, right? After all, they mostly serve children and vulnerable groups."

Lin Jianfeng solemnly said, "You don't need to worry about that at all. Our company attaches great importance to the professional ethics training and service awareness cultivation of our employees. Every driver who joins the company must undergo strict screening and systematic training. They must not only have good driving skills, but also know how to care for passengers and abide by rules and regulations."

Chen Mengyao continued, "That's great. I also hope that these drivers can receive regular training in safety knowledge and emergency response to improve their ability to deal with emergencies."

Lin Jianfeng readily agreed, "Of course. Our company regularly organizes various training activities to continuously improve the drivers' professional skills and emergency response capabilities."

In Lin Jianfeng's spacious and composed office, sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a warm glow on his dark solid wood desk. Several city traffic planning maps hung on the wall, showcasing his professionalism and focus in the field of transportation management. Chen Mengyao sat opposite him, holding a preliminary cooperation proposal in her hand, her expression serious and composed.

“President Lin, this cooperation is of great significance to our school.” Chen Mengyao gently put down the documents in her hand, her gaze firm. “We plan to introduce eight new school buses in the first batch. Six of them will be standard models, equipped with seat belts, GPS positioning and emergency alarm systems; the other two will be customized models, with wider bodies to facilitate the transportation of children with special needs, and the interiors will be modified to be barrier-free. After the manufacturers finish making them, they will deliver them to my villa.”

Lin Jianfeng leaned forward slightly, his finger swiping across the tablet on the table to bring up the vehicle model's specifications. "I understand that safety and human-centered design are the core of school bus operations," he said calmly. "Our partner manufacturer happens to have a model that meets your needs, has passed the latest national safety standards, and also meets environmental emission standards. If you confirm, we can complete the procurement and registration process within three weeks."

“Okay. Once you confirm the car is in place, have them take it to my villa, because the school isn’t finished yet.” Chen Mengyao nodded. “The driver also needs to be trained in advance. I hope the driver is not only highly skilled, but more importantly, responsible and knows how to get along with children.”

"Don't worry about that." Lin Jianfeng gave a confident smile. "I will select from our company's most experienced drivers, giving priority to those with experience serving schools, a gentle personality, and no traffic violations. After the initial candidates are selected, I will first communicate with them about their job responsibilities and your special requirements, and then—" He paused, looking at Chen Mengyao, "I will call you and arrange for them to come to your place for a face-to-face meeting."

“Very good.” Chen Mengyao gently curved her lips into a smile, her eyes shimmering with a gentle warmth. She slowly set down her teacup, her gaze calm and resolute. “Drivers are not just people who pick up and drop off children; they are among the adults children interact with most every day. Their every word and action subtly influences a child’s development. Therefore, I hope to meet them in person, to observe their speech, manners, and even the warmth in their eyes. Trust is never built out of thin air.”

She paused, her tone calm yet authoritative: "First, select a dozen or so drivers with the best overall qualities, compile their information, and send it to me. After I've reviewed it initially, I'll arrange a suitable time for them to come to my villa together. I want to have a face-to-face conversation with them in a natural, relaxed environment—perhaps over coffee in the garden, or maybe we can chat while walking. Only in this setting can we truly see if a person is sincere, patient, and knows how to respect others."

Lin Jianfeng nodded slightly, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes. He quickly opened the leather notebook he carried with him and neatly recorded every detail with a fountain pen. "I fully understand, Ms. Chen." His voice was calm and professional. "I will compile all the candidate drivers' complete resumes, driving records, background check reports, and past client reviews into a booklet today, and send it to you in encryption. At the same time, I will notify them in advance to prepare and ensure they arrive at the villa on time as you specify. You will control the environment, and the communication method will be entirely at your arrangement—we will only provide the most reliable support."

He closed his notebook, his gaze sincere: "Once you finalize your selection, we will immediately begin the contract signing process. Vehicle configuration, insurance upgrades, emergency response mechanisms, and all supporting services will also be in place simultaneously to ensure everything is foolproof from day one."

Chen Mengyao nodded in satisfaction and took out a checkbook from her bag. "This is the 70% deposit stipulated in the contract, totaling 1.68 million yuan," she said as she filled it out. "I trust Mr. Lin's reputation and professional competence. From our conversation just now, it's clear that you not only understand transportation but also the needs of education."

Lin Jianfeng accepted the check and solemnly placed it in the folder. "Thank you for your trust, Mr. Chen. I will personally oversee every step to ensure the vehicle is delivered on time and the driver is properly trained. I will report any progress to you immediately."

“Then I’ll leave it to you.” Chen Mengyao stood up and extended her hand. “I hope our collaboration can pave a safe and warm way to school for the children.”

Lin Jianfeng also stood up, shook hands with her, and said sincerely, "I will definitely live up to your expectations."

Outside the window, the city's traffic continues unabated, while inside this office, a collaboration about responsibility and protection is quietly beginning.

After settling things over, before leaving, Chen Mengyao emphasized again, "President Lin, I'm entrusting this matter to you. I hope everything goes smoothly and that the driver issue is finalized in the next couple of days. I want the children at the welfare home to be able to enjoy convenient transportation services as soon as possible."

Lin Jianfeng said confidently, "Ms. Chen, you can rest assured. I will do my best to handle this matter properly."

After leaving the bus company, Chen Mengyao leaned back in her seat and let out a long sigh, a relieved smile on her face. She knew that with Lin Jianfeng's support and cooperation, her plan had taken another big step forward. Meanwhile, Ouyang Han focused intently on driving, carrying the expectant Chen Mengyao towards their next destination.