1994: From a young man from a small town to a second-generation resident of Shanghai

September 29th.

Early in the morning, Chen Yong

He drove his Mercedes to Pudong.

He never drove a Mercedes while in school, to avoid receiving negative comments.

I haven't been here for the past few days, so Xiao Hong has been on duty, and Zhou Qiang has been on duty this afternoon.

He didn't know whether the two had met or not.

Xiao Hong arrived at the office a step ahead of him. Upon seeing Chen Yong, she stood up from her seat, her form-fitting office lady uniform highlighting her alluring figure. She looked fresh and seductive.

"Mr. Chen, you've arrived."

"During your absence, fifteen more entrepreneurs came to register, all wanting to learn business and management from you."

Xiao Hong's gaze towards President Chen revealed a deep admiration, as well as a pure woman's awe of a man.

"Fifteen? It seems our 'Development Promotion Center' has truly made a name for itself."

I happen to have some good news to share with you today, and I'd like to hear your opinion.

Chen Yong spoke very seriously to Xiao Hong, which made Xiao Hong unsure what Mr. Chen would ask of her.

Or do you want her to wear black stockings to dinner again?

"After discussions, the 'Development Center' is preparing to cooperate with Fudan University. If you are willing, you can transfer your employment relationship to the School of Economics and Management at Fudan University in the future."

"ah--"

This was completely unexpected for Xiao Hong; how could she suddenly be collaborating with Fudan University? "President Chen, have the terms of the collaboration been agreed upon?"

Xiao Hong couldn't believe that such a wonderful thing would happen to her.

This is unbelievable! I've only been working for Boss Chen for a little over a month, and with my fake degree, I've actually encountered such a great opportunity.

Xiao Hong herself was from Fudan University. If she wanted to stay at the university after graduation, only those in the top ten of her class would have a chance.

Being in the top ten doesn't necessarily mean there are ten spots. Rather, it's because the top performers have excellent grades and could potentially have a better life elsewhere, so not many people choose to stay, resulting in only one or two spots.

Especially in top universities, economics and engineering majors can earn more by working in companies; while the best breeding ground for science and humanities majors has always been civil servants and teachers.

In the 90s, and even in the first decade of the 21st century, university teaching was not a preferred career choice for top students.

"We've reached an agreement before I came to tell you. It's up to you to decide. After National Day, someone else will be assigned to this office; it will become an office at Fudan University. If you choose to stay, you can work as a clerk within Fudan University, which means you'll be a full-time employee of Fudan's School of Economics and Management."

Happiness came so suddenly that Xiao Hong hadn't even recovered yet, and still asked doubtfully, "Mr. Chen, I have a problem with my educational background, is that okay?"

"Just tell me the truth. Tell me what your educational background is. I've already spoken to them about it."

Chen Yong looked at her intently and said, "This is a great opportunity. With your qualifications, you may not encounter such a good opportunity again. I hope you will consider it carefully. Tell me as soon as possible, no later than the first day after the National Day holiday."

"Also, here's your bonus."

Chen Yong took out an envelope and handed it to her.

The envelope looks quite thick; there are 5000 inside.

"Mr. Chen, this much? It far exceeds my salary."

Her monthly salary is only 200 yuan, and this envelope probably contains enough for 20 months' salary to pay for it.

"You deserve this. I treat everyone around me very well. You should take care of your boss the way I treat you in the future," Chen Yong teased her.

Xiao Hong's psychological defenses were instantly breached!

She hugged Chen Yong tightly, disregarding his identity.

College students are easier to fool. Any woman who has been around in society will start by showing off her skills at this point.

No one expresses gratitude as directly as Xiao Hong.

Xiao Hong was a junior in college, and her physical development was beginning to reach its peak, showing the most charming side of a woman.

"Let's have dinner together tonight. I need to finish the work that piled up from the past few days and also call the entrepreneurs who came to visit."

Chen Yong patted her soft back and kissed her earlobe.

This woman seemed to be secreting pheromones, which made him very excited.

Chen Yong managed to restrain himself, prioritizing his career over women.

Xiao Hong's face was full of spring-like joy at this moment, and she felt slightly disappointed by Chen Yong's lack of understanding of romance.

At 12:30 pm, it was time to leave work, and Xiao Hong said goodbye to Chen Yong and left.

Chen Yong also reminded him to think it over carefully and not miss this opportunity.

Xiao Hong almost agreed on the spot.

However, she still had some concerns and hadn't figured out how to explain it to President Chen.

Let's go back and ask Professor Xiong first. Hopefully, the college can help her smooth things over.

At 2 p.m., it was Zhou Qiang's turn to come to work again.

Under Chen Yong's tutelage, Zhou Qiang has already shown signs of becoming a business elite.

I'm always full of energy when I go to work.

"Good morning, Mr. Chen." Zhou Qiang came in and greeted him first. Every time he came, Mr. Chen would arrive before him.

"You look great today. Have you been going to the gym lately?"

"After listening to Mr. Chen, I've been setting aside an hour or two to work out lately, and it's really made me feel much better."

Zhou Qiang had great respect for Chen Yong. Mr. Chen was the best boss he had ever met, willing to mentor and guide him.

It's no exaggeration to say that President Chen was his benefactor.

Zhou Qiang was about to go to work when Chen Yong stopped him, "Don't go yet, I have something to tell you today, it might be good for you."

"What good news?" Zhou Qiang asked in surprise.

President Chen had never spoken to him so seriously before; it seemed to be a really good thing.

"Our 'Development Promotion Center' has decided, after negotiations, to merge with Fudan University's School of Economics and Management, adopting a joint venture strategy and leveraging their platform and resources for development. Although you are currently a temporary employee, you have been working very diligently lately, so we are giving you the opportunity to become a permanent employee and sign a career contract with Fudan University's School of Economics and Management. If you agree, you will be an employee of Fudan University's School of Economics and Management from now on."

This news was absolutely fantastic for Zhou Qiang.

Fudan University is a super prestigious university. To be an employee there is such an honor.

Zhou Qiang was just an ordinary college graduate, and the university he attended was far inferior to Fudan University.

Now he can become an employee of Fudan University. It can be said that as long as he agrees, his future prospects are guaranteed.

They are also treated as honored guests in front of family and relatives.

They are, after all, formal employees of Fudan University, with permanent positions.

No one in their family has ever had any status or position.

It can be said that the greatest opportunity of Zhou Qiang's life is right in front of him.

Chen Yong thought Zhou Qiang would readily agree, after all, Zhou Qiang was different from Xiao Hong.

Xiao Hong herself was a student at Fudan University, and she thought Chen Yong didn't know that, which is why she seemed hesitant.

Zhou Qiang is a genuine ordinary undergraduate graduate who has worked in the workforce for two years.

You should know how rare this opportunity is.

"Mr. Chen, could you give me some time to think about it? This opportunity is such a wonderful surprise for me."

"Sure, just let me know on the first day after National Day."

Chen Yong respects Zhou Qiang's choice; he has already done enough. As for how to make the choice, he is an adult and needs to take responsibility for his choices.

Zhou Qiang is only 24 years old this year. Thirty years from now, he will be in his early fifties.

If you're entering the workforce or the business world, at this age, unless you've reached management level, you're likely to be eliminated at any time. You might even end up doing triathlons.

If he were at Fudan University, at 54, he would have at least become a junior leader and would just be starting to enjoy life.

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"Also, our 'Development Center' has been doing well lately, and headquarters gave us a bonus. This is yours."

Chen Yong handed over an envelope that was thicker than the previous one. "There's ten thousand yuan inside."

"So much?" Zhou Qiang had never seen so much money in his life.

He's only been working for a little over a month, and he's already received such a large bonus—enough to cover two years' worth of his income.

Zhou Qiang took the envelope, his hands trembling slightly.

This was Zhou Qiang's first 10,000 yuan in his life.

Chen Yong gave Xiao Hong five thousand, but gave Zhou Qiang ten thousand, which was somewhat selfish of him.

Zhou Qiang usually does the dirtiest and hardest work, so it's only right that he gets a little extra.

Of course, Xiao Hong was also quite capable, and she was usually more capable when there was only one other person present.

Fudan University gave him one million yuan, but Chen Yong only gave 1.5% to his two subordinates.