Ye Ling looked at everyone and couldn’t help but shake his head with a smile. These guys, each now with a woman, had also taken up their responsibilities on their shoulders.
The years, once gone, never return. Those who used to be big troublemakers in the Imperial Capital have either disappeared or settled down to live an honest life.
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Time is a butcher’s knife, but it’s also the best thing to temper one’s heart, a point that’s indisputable.
"Alright, it’s best that everyone’s doing well. As for me, I’m not planning to go anywhere else. I’ll stay at home and wait for the birth of my child, and then we’ll have a lively full moon celebration!"
Ye Ling laughed heartily, holding a glass of wine and downing it in one gulp, while everyone else sighed.
That night, everyone drank very late into the night. Ye Ling also got a bit tipsy. When drinking with his brothers, he never used his Spiritual Power to counteract the alcohol.
If he had to neutralize the alcohol while drinking with them, that would be too inconsiderate.
That night, like someone who had broken a vow, Ye Ling, fueled by alcohol, charged into the rooms of Shen Yuexin, Wang Ningmei, and Mu Ninghan.
The three women, lost in sweet dreams, felt a body sneak in and couldn’t help but scream out loud.
In the afternoon, Ye Ling drove Shen Yuexin’s Lamborghini slowly towards the branch of Huamei Group. Today Shen Yuexin had given him a task: to inspect the first branch office.
At the parking lot, Ye Ling couldn’t help rubbing his head: "I’m fine with fighting, but inspection? Geez, why does it feel so uncomfortable? The key point is, I don’t know how to do it."
With that, Ye Ling rubbed his head as he left the parking lot and entered the company just when the staff were having lunch.
It was common for the branch office of Huamei Group to work overtime, but no one complained. In fact, they were more willing to work overtime because the overtime pay was generous.
Ye Ling did not contact the so-called leaders but wandered into the cafeteria first to see what the staff was eating and occasionally sat aside to listen to their discussions.
Indeed, being among ordinary employees and hearing their heartfelt talks helps to understand the shortcomings of a corporation better because their interests are the most real.
While Ye Ling was still wandering around, a young man walked over to him excitedly: "Ye Ling! What are you doing here? Have you also joined Huamei Group?"
Next to the speaking man was a woman with fine looks, also smiling happily.
Ye Ling paused. This man and woman were his college classmates, Chen Lei and Li Beibei, the famous couple from school. He didn’t expect that after graduation, they both ended up joining Huamei together.
"Chen Lei, what are you doing here? And, why are you with Beibei? Don’t tell me you two got married?"
Ye Ling smiled slightly too. Although he was the reincarnation of the Nine Tribulations Immortal Emperor, carrying the original memories of Ye Ling, he still had a certain fondness for the two.
After all, they were classmates for four years, and they had always been kind to him, maintaining a good relationship.
"Have you forgotten? I’ve already mentioned in our class group that Beibei and I both joined Huamei Group. Hehe, cool, right?"
Chen Lei chuckled, patting Ye Ling’s shoulder and giving him a wink: "What are you up to now?"
"Me? Just messing around. What else can I do? Not like you two, a golden couple, have you gotten married yet?"
Ye Ling replied with a smile. Chen Lei shook his head: "No, how could we get married without inviting you? Besides, we still don’t have a house yet."
"A house? Didn’t I hear that outstanding employees at Huamei Group usually get a house? What? Aren’t you two outstanding employees?"
Ye Ling chuckled. He knew Huamei Group’s policies better than anyone else. How could he not know?
Li Beibei shook her head: "Houses? Haha, those are special privileges for some people to take bribes with. How could they just give them out randomly?"
"Speaking of outstanding employees, we’ve both been rated as such this year. It’s just that we, a couple doomed to adversity, don’t have the extra money for bribes. I think getting a house is going to be tough." Your journey continues on freewebnovel
Li Beibei sighed heavily. Chen Lei quickly covered her mouth: "What are you ranting about? If she hears you, we’re doomed."
"Doomed then doomed! I’ve had enough of this stifling anger. Why can those who are not outstanding employees get a house, but the two of us, who actually are, cannot!"
Li Beibei pushed Chen Lei away, unable to restrain her complaints. Ye Ling frowned at their words, but still asked with a smile, "What’s this all about? Is there some kind of inside story?"
"Let me tell you, the inside story here is dark. Our manager, the big boss of this branch, has a relative in accounting. Recently, because of the housing issue, they’ve received so many bribes their hands went numb.
"Fifty thousand per person. Without that, don’t even talk about it. Many who should have gotten houses lost their chance because they couldn’t afford the bribes.
Chen Lei whispered to Ye Ling, then sighed, offering a rueful smile, "After leaving school, you realize society is just too harsh and realistic."
"You have to give bribes for even the things you rightfully deserve. Ah, who knows how long we can last here."
Chen Lei shook his head continuously, his words filled with complaint. Li Beibei couldn’t stand it anymore and was ready to leave. If she left, he would definitely follow suit.
Ye Ling took a deep breath upon hearing this, but a glint of light flashed through his eyes.