Chapter 419 - 241: Profiting at Public Expense (Part 3)

Chapter 419: Chapter 241: Profiting at Public Expense (Part 3)

"What are you arguing about? What’s wrong with your store, always getting into disputes with customers! This is the third time today. I’m going to issue you a fine!"

"A fine? Manager Liu, how many times have you issued one? Have we ever paid?"

"You—!" Liu Jingjing was so angry she was trembling, completely ignored by the sales associate like that!

Chen Xiao turned his head at that exact moment, his eyes meeting Liu Jingjing’s.

"Chen Xiao?"

"Liu Jingjing!"

What a coincidence, running into a university classmate!

"Weren’t you in Jiangzhou? What are you doing in Luocheng?"

Seeing Chen Xiao, Liu Jingjing seemed very happy, temporarily forgetting the sales associate’s rudeness!

"Should we find a place to sit and talk?"

Chen Xiao glanced back at the arrogant-looking sales associate and smiled faintly.

"Okay!"

’It takes a villain to catch a villain. It’s best to leave this sales associate to be disciplined by her own manager.’

Liu Jingjing was actually leading him toward Starbucks again. Chen Xiao was a bit speechless. ’Wouldn’t drinking too much coffee make him hyper?’

As the two of them entered, they happened to run into Lu Guangming and Liu Hui, who were just about to leave.

Liu Jingjing quickly greeted him, "Manager Lu!"

Lu Guangming’s rank was higher than hers, but he wasn’t her direct supervisor. Lu Guangming was in charge of tenant recruitment, while Liu Jingjing was a floor supervisor, and her boss was the operations manager.

Seeing Chen Xiao together with Liu Jingjing, Lu Guangming’s expression changed.

’He hadn’t expected this college student to know Liu Jingjing, to know a colleague from the mall. What about their conversation just now?’

Meanwhile, Liu Hui hadn’t yet processed the situation, his eyes roving up and down Liu Jingjing’s fine figure.

Liu Jingjing didn’t know why Manager Lu’s attitude was so cold. He just nodded and left with a sour expression.

But a look around revealed that Starbucks was packed. The spot where Lu Guangming had been sitting was now occupied.

"Chen Xiao, let me treat you to a meal instead. It’s almost dinnertime anyway!"

"You decide. I’m easy."

Just then, Lin Ya also sent him a message asking if he wanted to have dinner together.

’First come, first served. She was only a few seconds later than Liu Jingjing!’

"No need, you go ahead and eat. I won’t eat when I get there!"

’What a reply. Too impatient to even wait for a meal—is he planning to eat me instead?’ Lin Ya couldn’t help but think.

"How about some Northeastern cuisine? The pork belly stew and the mixed stew are both great!"

Chen Xiao wasn’t picky, but he found it a bit strange that a beautiful girl like Liu Jingjing would be so fond of hearty Northeastern food.

As the two walked and talked, Chen Xiao learned that Liu Jingjing’s family was from Luocheng. She had started working at Wansheng Square right after graduation, and when Wansheng Square was acquired by Junxiao Business Management, she had stayed on.

"Is the pay here any good?"

They chose a table and sat down. Since they had arrived early, there was no line.

Hearing Chen Xiao ask about the pay, Liu Jingjing seemed very happy.

"Before, it was just okay, but after the acquisition by Junxiao Business Management, my salary went up by 50%! So, old classmate, order whatever you want today!"

He was a lazy person, too lazy to even order food.

"Whatever’s fine. You can just order for me."

The two had spoken occasionally back in school, so Liu Jingjing knew about his "lazy disease." She sighed. "You still haven’t changed that habit of yours!"

Knowing she was referring to his laziness, he chuckled. "Why would I cure this disease? I’d be at a disadvantage if I did!"

Liu Jingjing, who was ordering, rolled her eyes and said, "I have to admire how you can say that with such a straight face!"

"Okay, that’s all!"

Liu Jingjing called the waiter over and asked them to hurry with the food.

"So Chen Xiao, where have you been making your fortune lately? Are you in Luocheng for business?"

Chen Xiao briefly explained that he was based in Jiangzhou and had come to Luocheng today for no particular reason, just on a drive to explore the areas surrounding Jiangzhou.

"That really is a coincidence!"

Liu Jingjing said with a smile.

"By the way, what was the deal with that sales associate in the shop earlier? It sounds like this wasn’t the first time something like this has happened."

At the mention of "Bambury," Liu Jingjing’s mood soured again.

"That tenant is a bit difficult. They rely on their connections and don’t cooperate with our management."

"But I won’t compromise this time. I’m going to report this to upper management. If they keep indulging them, I’ll write an anonymous letter!"

’Who knows if she’s serious about the anonymous letter,’ he thought, ’but it’s clear she’s determined to fight this well-connected tenant to the very end.’

"Daring to challenge fierce demons, and yielding not an inch to tyrants!"

Chen Xiao said teasingly.

This earned him a playful glare from Liu Jingjing. "Chen Xiao, you haven’t changed one bit. You still love to joke around with people!"

"You say that as if you knew me so well back in school!"

Liu Jingjing’s face immediately flushed red.

"Have you bought a house in Luocheng?"

"My family bought one for me. I live alone."

She emphasized that she lived alone.

Chen Xiao couldn’t resist teasing her again. "That’s such a waste, it must be so empty~!"

Liu Jingjing spat playfully, "You’re being a pervert!"

He couldn’t help but be taken aback. ’What did I do? Wasn’t I just speaking the truth? Isn’t living in a big house by yourself empty?’

After a moment, she said, "Are you going back to Jiangzhou today? If not, I can take you to my place for a visit!"

Chen Xiao looked up and saw that her fair cheeks were flushed bright red.

’This girl isn’t hitting on me too, is she? Back in school, she used to bring me breakfast all the time.’

’When I pulled all-nighters at the internet cafe, she would sometimes show up too and even make instant noodles for me at night!’

’Back then, I was clueless and probably didn’t understand her good intentions. But now, I can’t afford to accept them.’

"Not today. Maybe next time! I have to go back to Jiangzhou this afternoon."

Liu Jingjing’s face was filled with disappointment.

When the waiter served the food, she ate listlessly.

Chen Xiao said, "Jingjing, let me introduce you to someone. It should be helpful for your work."

"Who?" Her mind was clearly elsewhere.

"Lin Ya!"

Lin Ya? The name sounded so familiar. Liu Jingjing thought for a moment, then her eyes widened. "You don’t mean our Regional Director, President Lin, do you?"