novelraw Chapter 412 - 192: A Dream Job
Chapter 412 - 192: A Dream Job
When it comes to fishing, even national level fishing masters and competitive fishing masters aren’t a match for Xu Wencheng.
After a while of tech talk, Jiang Tao tactfully shifted the topic to equipment.
Talking about fishing gear, Xu Wencheng took Jiang Tao onto the balcony, took out his fishing gear, and started explaining everything in detail with great enthusiasm.
What kind of rods to use for what fish, what bait to use for which, there’s plenty of know-how involved too.
To an outsider like Jiang Tao, it all sounded impressive and awe-inspiring.
"Dad, can I play with this fishhook?"
While his father-in-law was showcasing the gear, Jiang Tao quickly zeroed in on a fishhook with a faint golden glow.
"These fishing tools were bought by you; if you want a hook, just take it."
Xu Wencheng didn’t think much of a single fishhook and readily gave it to Jiang Tao without asking what he needed it for.
"Alright, after you join the company, just let me know any gear you need, and I’ll get you a few extra sets."
Jiang Tao grabbed the hook while promising his father-in-law more benefits in the future.
Xu Wencheng waved his hand, "No need for that, aren’t we going back to Ping County during Qingming Festival? I’ll just bring my old rods."
"I’ve used those rods for a long time, and they’re quite handy."
Jiang Tao laughed, "Alright then, if you ever need to buy something, just let me know, I’ll sort it out for you, fully supporting your work."
"By the way, Dad, this is a Lucky Stone my master blessed for me before he passed away."
"If you have time today, take it along for fishing and test its effect."
"See if it brings you any good luck."
Jiang Tao said as he took off the River Stone he was wearing on his wrist and handed it to Xu Wencheng.
"Lucky Stone? Okay! I’ll try it if I get a chance."
Xu Wencheng took the River Stone from Jiang Tao, feeling both doubtful and curious.
While fishing is a skill, luck also plays a big part.
With the fishhook in hand and the River Stone given away, the two chatted for a while longer.
Soon, it was already 10 a.m.
Xu Li drove her mom and little sister to go shopping at Wanxianghui.
Xu Wencheng also went off with his gear to test the effect of the River Stone.
When Jiang Tao got home alone, he took the fishhook out of his pocket.
Skillfully, he pricked his finger to bind the fishhook with his blood and activated it.
[Item Name]: Jiang Taigong’s Fishhook!
[Attribute]: Willing to Hook!
[Effect]: No bait needed, fish will definitely bite every 10 minutes.
[Note 1]: This item is only effective when used by the host.
"No bait needed, fish bites guaranteed every 10 minutes?"
"What a nifty Willing to Hook!"
Seeing the attributes and effect of the activated fishhook, Jiang Tao’s eyes lit up.
Unfortunately, this fishhook can only be used by Jiang Tao himself, and not by others.
And he wasn’t all that interested in fishing.
This thing seemed a bit wasted on him!
"Perhaps it’ll come in handy someday! Better hold onto it for now."
After examining the properties of Jiang Taigong’s Fishhook, Jiang Tao stored it in a small box and placed it in the safe by his bed.
Ring-ring-ring—
Just as Jiang Tao finished putting away the fishhook, his phone rang.
He took out his phone and saw the caller ID said "Mountain Goat".
"Hello, Mountain Goat."
"You’re downstairs at my place? Alright, hold on, I’m coming down."
"Okay, bye."
After a brief exchange on the phone, Jiang Tao hung up.
He opened a drawer, took out two packs of Da Tian Ye cigarettes from the cigarette box, and walked towards the door.
He took the elevator downstairs, and as soon as he stepped outside, he saw Shan Yang waiting at the door.
"Good morning, boss~"
With a smile, Shan Yang greeted Jiang Tao when he saw him.
Faced with the old schoolmate who was now his boss, Shan Yang was overcome with emotion.
Back in the school days, who would have thought that the poor kid from the countryside would end up like this?
"Ah, you."
Jiang Tao smiled and patted Shan Yang on the shoulder, without correcting his form of address.
Although the two were classmates, in the work relationship, they still needed to maintain a certain distance so that company rules and regulations could be effectively implemented.
Mixing work with personal feelings and focusing on camaraderie makes it tough to get work done.
Business is business, and keeping work and personal matters separate is crucial to doing a good job.
"Let’s go; I’ll drive you over to check out our company’s office."
"I want you to prepare a procurement list for me today, outline any equipment needs, and I’ll arrange for someone to purchase them."
After greeting Shan Yang, Jiang Tao led him to the car park.
"I already made a list last night; I’ll show it to you later."
Shan Yang replied as he caught up with Jiang Tao.
The two chatted as they walked, eventually reaching a Mercedes G-Wagon.
When Shan Yang saw Jiang Tao take out the car keys and unlock the door, his face showed a look of amazement.
What’s going on!
This G-Wagon is also Jiang Tao’s??
His old classmate was truly impressive!
"Come on, get in, Mountain Goat."
Jiang Tao invited Shan Yang with a smile and sat in the driver’s seat himself.
Shan Yang took a deep breath to hide his surprise and finally got in through the rear door.
Seeing his old classmate doing so well, Shan Yang felt more at ease knowing he’d picked the right person to follow.
In about twenty minutes.
Jiang Tao drove Shan Yang to the entrance of the Walden Lake Villa District.
As the Mercedes G-Wagon’s license plate wasn’t entered into the villa’s recognition system, entry wasn’t smooth.
Security Captain Tian Gang saw the G-Wagon stopped at the gate and walked over briskly.
When the main driver’s window was rolled down revealing the familiar face, Tian Gang’s expression turned to surprise.
When Jiang Tao previously came to the villa district to rent a house, Tian Gang recognized him.
Tian Gang clearly remembered Jiang Tao driving a Mercedes GLS back then!
He even helped input that car’s license into the system!
Now, not even a month later, he’s driving a G-Wagon??
"Good morning, Mr. Jiang! Welcome home!"
After the surprise subsided, Tian Gang put on a smile and greeted Jiang Tao warmly.
"Please, Captain Tian, open the gate for me and help me get this car added to the system."
Smiling gently, Jiang Tao waved a hello to Tian Gang, pulling a pack of Da Tian Ye cigarettes and 500 yuan from his pocket to hand over.
"Treat the guys to some cigarettes and milk tea."
"Thank you, Mr. Jiang! Thank you, Mr. Jiang! I’ll contact the manager right away to get it entered for you!"
Taking the cigarettes and cash from Jiang Tao, Tian Gang gratefully thanked him, then quickly went back to his post and opened the gate.
"Thanks a lot."
Jiang Tao waved from inside the car to Tian Gang as he drove into the neighborhood.
Through the car window, Shan Yang’s eyes took in the villas surrounded by greenery and flowers.
He couldn’t help but envy the residents.
Even though he was a local from Beijing, he rarely got to visit such luxurious villa districts.
After driving for about three minutes on the internal roads.
The G-Wagon stopped outside Villa 128.
"We’re here, Mountain Goat, let’s get out."
Jiang Tao parked the car and invited Shan Yang, and they both got out.
After entering the yard by inputting the password on the lock.
Through the yard, they reached the front door, and Jiang Tao entered the password again, allowing them inside.
"This villa has 3 floors above ground and 1 below, with a total area of 688 square meters, featuring 8 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, and 6 bathrooms."
"This will be used as our company’s office space."
"Are you satisfied with it?"
After they entered, Jiang Tao briefly introduced the place with a smile.
The newly formed MCN company needed a new office location.
This villa, sitting idle, was repurposed by Jiang Tao as the new company’s office location.
As Liu Yue, who helped him rent the house earlier, mentioned, there were quite a few companies within the villa area; he wasn’t the first to do so.
"Satisfied, very much so!"
Shan Yang looked around, unable to find a single fault with this office space.
At the same time, he felt even more confident in his employer’s capabilities!