Villains in Film and Television: Starting with Yang Ke in "The Golden Age"

After chatting for a while, just as Xu Huanshan was getting impatient, Gu Jia very considerately led Yang Ke into the fireworks company.

"Mr. Wang, these are some of the firework patterns that won awards for our company, Huanshan Design, as well as some photos of scenes of fireworks being set off."

After Gu Jia led Yang Ke into the company, they immediately went to the photo wall, which was located on the wall near the reception desk at the entrance of the company.

This design aims to showcase the company's work to potential partners upon arrival, thereby increasing the likelihood of successful collaborations.

"It's really good. Mr. Xu's fireworks design is truly eye-catching."

Yang Ke wasn't here to cause trouble. In order to make Xu Huanshan stand out, he naturally didn't mind praising him a couple of times.

"Hehe, I can't compare to Mr. Wang. The main problem with our fireworks designs is the lack of partners. Otherwise, I would definitely design a few eye-catching pieces."

When it comes to fireworks, Xu Huanshan is very confident.

“I do own a few amusement parks. We’re all neighbors, so if there’s any fireworks business, I can certainly recommend it to you.”

Yang Ke also spoke very calmly.

These words were naturally meant for Li Ke, since she was probably eyeing the young and wealthy Xu Huanshan.

Even Xu Huanshan treats a wealthy man like himself with utmost respect. If he just takes the initiative a little, wouldn't Li Ke take the bait?

You know, she's a real green tea bitch. She started making trouble as soon as she joined the company, and she's not the type to settle down and work peacefully.

"Thank you so much, Mr. Wang."

Even if Xu Huanshan is arrogant, he would never ignore the boss who brought him business and instead give him a sour look.

As for Gu Jia, she was extremely excited.

The recent situation at her main company was causing her distress, but now that Yang Ke had said this, even if she only received a little business, things would eventually get better as long as she took the time to build relationships.

Li Ke, the secretary who had only recently joined the company, looked at Yang Ke curiously. Usually, it was the company's head who discussed business with the fireworks company, and even if they were wealthy, their wealth was limited. It wouldn't have caused Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan to lose their composure like this.

But Yang Ke is different. He has a net worth of billions and owns more amusement parks than Mr. Wan.

Taking on one order like this is much better than dealing with several "Mr. Wans," especially since they come to deliver the business themselves—that's so reassuring.

"Hehe, you're welcome. I wonder if Mr. Xu has any virtual renderings of fireworks? Let me see a few."

To make the performance convincing, Yang Ke couldn't just come, say a few words, offer business, and leave. He had to put on a proper act.

Besides, how can Li Ke be hooked if he doesn't eat dinner?

Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan were unaware of Yang Ke's plans, assuming she genuinely enjoyed fireworks design. They enthusiastically showed Yang Ke some renderings, including some of Xu Huanshan's unfinished works.

Given the vast difference in their social standing, Xu Huanshan naturally wasn't worried about Yang Ke plagiarizing his works, so he released them all.

It must be said that Xu Huanshan is quite capable; his fireworks design was also quite good.

In the past, Yang Ke only watched fireworks like "a sky full of stars," and he never thought of multi-layered fireworks or adding his own patterns. These are all origins of fireworks design.

Of course, the main reason why fireworks are expensive is their design, and they are not cheap, but it depends on who it is.

Anyway, Yang Ke thought the price was acceptable and didn't mind giving Xu Huanshan's company some business first. As for what would happen later, he would definitely not show up and let Wang Yuting play the villain.

He remembered that Xu Huanshan's company had big problems later, and there was even a fireworks explosion in the end. Before that, he wanted to be a good person to the end so that Gu Jia would think of him when she needed help.

"Mr. Wang, it's lunchtime. I've made a reservation at the restaurant. Let's eat and chat."

Gu Jia also joined Yang Ke at 5:30 and talked about the restaurant she had booked.

"Oh, okay then. I'm hungry too. Let's eat and chat."

Yang Ke smiled and agreed.

Gu Jia naturally stayed with Xu Huanshan, and also instructed Li Ke to prepare for the reception that evening.

She knew Xu Huanshan's temper well; it wouldn't be good if she were too enthusiastic. But Li Ke was different.

It's not unusual for female secretaries to act as social attendants at banquets.

"Okay, boss lady, I'll do my best."

Li Ke was also eager to do so. After all, she dared to make a move on Xu Huanshan, who was a married man. Now that he was a big boss on the client's side, if she could really win him over, she would be much better than Xu Huanshan.

At dinner that evening, Gu Jia was equally impressive. As soon as the others sat down and took a bite, she started toasting Yang Ke.

Xu Huanshan was also fooled by Yang Ke in the afternoon into thinking that he had met someone who appreciated him, so he raised his glass repeatedly, and the scene was quite harmonious.

"I'm going to the restroom, please wait a moment."

After eating for a while, Yang Ke saw Li Ke's expression and knew that he needed an opportunity, so he indicated that he was going to the restroom and then left the private room.

Gu Jia's company could certainly afford a private room with a restroom, but a regular private room with a restroom would really make you feel cheap and uncomfortable eating next to someone else.

Yang Ke had just gone to the restroom after leaving the private room when he ran into Li Ke.

"Mr. Wang."

Li Ke had also made an excuse to go to the restroom and came back two minutes after Yang Ke left. This didn't attract anyone's attention. When she saw Yang Ke come out, she immediately greeted him.

"Xiao Ke, what's wrong?"

Yang Ke also greeted Li Ke with a smile.

"No, I just came to see President Wang."

Li Ke casually started a conversation.

"This is my business card. I think you have a lot of potential, Xiao Ke. If you'd like to work at my company, you can call my personal number."

"What are you laughing at, you old foxes?" Yang Ke bluntly revealed Li Ke's thoughts and handed her a business card.

"Okay, Mr. Wang, may I call you later?"

Li Ke was very happy to receive the business card and tentatively began to explore the possibilities with a hint of anticipation.

"Of course, I'm free tonight."

Yang Ke didn't expect Li Ke to be so proactive, but he really had nothing to do that night and didn't mind Li Ke coming to see him.

"Okay Mr. Wang."

Li Ke was very happy. She had a strange confidence in herself and felt that she could charm Yang Ke as long as he would answer her calls.

"Let's go in first, so that others won't misunderstand."

Seeing Li Ke's expression, Yang Ke also felt that the strategy was too easy, so he gestured for Li Ke to go into the private room to avoid Gu Jia overthinking things.

He was only pursuing Li Ke to steal her away; his real target was Gu Jia. He couldn't let Gu Jia know what kind of person he was beforehand, otherwise, why would she come to him for help later?

"Then let's leave it at that. I'll arrange for the amusement park manager to talk to Mr. and Mrs. Xu in a few days. I should head back now."

After entering the private room, the group chatted for a while before Yang Ke signaled that it was time to call it a night.

After all, I need to have a good chat with Li Ke tonight, so I don't have time to chat idly here.

"Okay, Mr. Wang, come, let me help you down."

Seeing that the business deal was finally closed, Gu Jia, fueled by alcohol, became even more enthusiastic.

Fortunately, Xu Huanshan was also a bit tipsy at this point, so he didn't think much of it and left the restaurant in a daze.