novelraw Chapter 168: Shielding the Sky and Blocking the Sun
Chapter 168: Shielding the Sky and Blocking the Sun
In the private office area.
Zhao Yaqian and Lin Muxue huddled closely together. Although both were tall, beautiful women, they now appeared timid.
Seeing that the atmosphere was right, Luo Bing gently clasped his hands and said kindly, "Let’s sit down and talk, Ms. Zhao. Don’t be nervous; we’re all friends here."
Though he said this, he didn’t quite believe it himself.
One was Su Yu's manager for many years, the president and shareholder of Tang Zong Entertainment.
The other was a trusted aide of Director Jin, a member of the family office’s management team.
It was hard to believe that two busy individuals would come here without some deeper intentions.
Zhao Yaqian nodded and carefully followed Luo Bing and the others to the meeting area, sitting cautiously on the leather sofa.
She glanced at Little Xue beside her.
The man and two women opposite exuded an aura that felt several meters wide, and she didn’t know what to say, feeling utterly uncomfortable.This was the anchor she had invited; today's scene depended on Little Xue.
Lin Muxue placed her bag on her lap, trying hard to keep her tone steady as she said, "I’m Lin Muxue, the witness for the signing invited by Qianqian."
"Hello, Ms. Lin." Luo Bing replied calmly, giving a slight nod. "Everyone, please wait a moment. I’ll get the trust documents."
He stood up and walked to the nearby safe.
Zhao Yaqian's hands and feet were sweaty with nerves, her lips pressed tight, feeling that the gazes of the two women were somewhat unsettling.
Lin Muxue discreetly scanned the room, her gaze landing on Qin Yingxue’s position, and her heart skipped a beat.
An Hermès Birkin 25, a square short-nose matte crocodile skin bag with a gold buckle, valued at over 500,000 yuan.
A Chanel haute couture summer collection outfit, priced around 300,000 yuan.
Bulgari Serpenti head and tail earrings and necklace, worth 80,000 yuan.
And then there was the Richard Mille RM07-01 snowflake diamond watch on her wrist, valued at over 2 million yuan.
Lin Muxue's mouth dropped open, her eyes glazed.
Every item she wore was a luxury brand that she adored and had longed for.
Their eyes met, and Qin Yingxue gave her a playful smile.
Lin Muxue hurriedly averted her gaze, feeling a bit shy to look at her.
Compared to her, Lin Muxue’s outfit seemed lacking.
This so-called investment consultant was practically the embodiment of her dreams!
Sitting across from such a person made Lin Muxue feel quite uneasy.
The sound of footsteps echoed, and Luo Bing walked over, placing a thick file folder in front of Zhao Yaqian.
He then settled down on the sofa, straightened his cuffs, and buttoned his jacket.
With a serious tone, he said, "Inside this folder, besides the beneficiary agreement, you’ll find trust management rules, risk disclosure documents, and other materials that detail the management operations of the trust property.
As Mr. Tang's agent and legal advisor, I will provide you with comprehensive legal assistance today. You can ask me any questions directly."
Now in work mode, his expression was serious and focused, his gaze confident and calm, sitting upright with authority.
His finely groomed appearance and careful attire embodied the image of an elite lawyer.
"Thank you, Lawyer Luo!" Zhao Yaqian sincerely thanked him, feeling a bit more relaxed knowing he was sent by Tang Song to assist her.
Qin Yingxue leaned slightly forward, her long, supple fingers resting on the file folder.
Once Zhao Yaqian looked at her, she smiled and said, "I am an investment consultant at Slover Trust and also an internal executive. As one of the beneficiaries of this trust, you have the right to know and express your opinions. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to communicate directly with me."
She emphasized "one of the beneficiaries" with a particular tone, her eyes carrying a mysterious glint.
However, this was clearly an invitation disguised as a flirtation.
The naive Zhao Yaqian didn’t perceive any of that, feeling that this older sister was quite nice and not as cold as she appeared.
"Thank you, Sister Qin," she replied hurriedly.
Looking directly into her eyes, Qin Yingxue's lips twitched; things were not unfolding as she had expected.
Director Jin seemed to have overthought things!
Looking at the file folder in front of her, Zhao Yaqian’s heart raced faster.
Cautiously, she opened the folder and pulled out a thick stack of documents.
After a brief glance, her expression immediately fell.
There was so much content, and most of it was in English.
Although Zhao Yaqian was indeed a high school graduate, she could barely make sense of the simple words!
Stealing a glance at the three extraordinary individuals in front of her, Zhao Yaqian bit her lip and eventually turned her gaze to Little Xue.
She placed the thick English documents in front of her and whispered, "Little Xue, you’re the professional. Can you help me look at this together?"
Lin Muxue hesitated, hardening her resolve to flip through the pages, her eyes filled with reluctance.
She couldn't understand the Chinese version, let alone the English one!
She had come out of curiosity to see what kind of trust Qianqian had, to bolster the scene a bit, and show off.
But she never expected to encounter such a situation. While she was somewhat clever, facing these true top-tier elites, she felt utterly outmatched.
Feigning a semblance of flipping through the pages, Lin Muxue shifted uncomfortably, her face wearing an awkward smile as she said, "We can look at these materials later. How about we get straight to the point and sign the beneficiary agreement first?"
"Yes, yes, signing the agreement first is better," Zhao Yaqian nodded in agreement.
Luo Bing, along with the other two, exchanged glances, each sensing the astonishment in the others' eyes.
This was a trust fund worth one hundred million dollars, and as the current sole beneficiary, Zhao Yaqian actually had significant rights.
For instance, she had the power to supervise the management and operation of the trust assets and, under certain conditions, even adjust the management of the trust assets.
However, it seemed she had no interest in any of that.
Qin Yingxue pressed her lips together, then said, "Of course, let me briefly introduce the contents of the agreement."
Hearing this, Zhao Yaqian quickly sat up straight, her nervous yet eager eyes fixed on her.
Lin Muxue tightened her grip on her bag, taking a deep breath to adjust her posture, trying to appear more composed.
"First of all, this one hundred million dollar family trust was established by Mr. Tang in collaboration with Kate Trust Fund, aiming to achieve wealth transfer and preservation while ensuring the quality of life for the beneficiaries..."
Qin Yingxue spoke eloquently and clearly, detailing everything from the establishment of the trust to the rights and obligations of the beneficiaries, interspersed with some strong language.
However, Zhao Yaqian and Lin Muxue could hear none of it.
All that resonated in their minds was the keyword "one hundred million dollars."
Zhao Yaqian’s mouth dropped open, unable to fathom just how vast this amount of money was.
Lin Muxue stiffly twisted her neck, looking at the beauty therapist in disbelief.
Was this a joke? A family trust worth one hundred million dollars!?
She even began to doubt whether she had fallen into a dream today.
Or whether she had stumbled onto a film set for some prank show.
She bit her lip, feeling a clear pain. Nᴇw novel chapters are publɪshed on novelꞁire.net
Scanning the room and glancing at the three people opposite her, it seemed everything was indeed real.
This world was indeed a grand farce!
As the buzzing in her mind gradually subsided, Zhao Yaqian blankly asked, "Excuse me, how much can I receive each time?"
She was still recalling her cousin’s words about "an annual salary of one million."
This trust was obviously on a much larger scale than what her cousin had mentioned; she might really be about to soar to great heights!
Wealth freedom was right in front of her, and as a struggling worker, Zhao Yaqian had never felt so complicated about her feelings as she did now.
Lin Muxue swallowed hard, her ears perked up.
Although the amount in this trust was frightening, the money Zhao Yaqian would receive might not be much.
Qin Yingxue placed her hands elegantly on her thighs, meaningfully stating, "Ms. Zhao, this trust wasn’t specifically set up for you; you’re just one of the beneficiaries. In the future, there will be other beneficiaries as well.
According to the distribution rights set by Mr. Tang, you can expect to receive approximately $16,670 from the trust each period.
Moreover, if you engage in the following behaviors, such as being involved in illegal activities or having debts exceeding 50% of your annual income...
We will suspend your distribution rights and conduct a re-evaluation."
Zhao Yaqian listened to her words in a daze, her expression a bit vacant.
Qin Yingxue’s lips curled up, finally managing to provoke a reaction from her.
With someone like Tang Song, surely she couldn’t naïvely think he would belong only to her.
It’s best to just be a canary and not think too far.
Mo Xiangwan held her phone, seemingly chatting with someone.
Luo Bing quietly shifted his gaze, saying nothing more.
Zhao Yaqian licked her lips, trying to convert the numbers into RMB.
She tugged at Little Xue's arm, revealing a puzzled expression.
Lin Muxue tightened her grip on her bag, letting out a long breath and speaking in a complicated tone, "At the current exchange rate, it’s about 1.17 million yuan."
She never imagined that a regular beauty therapist she met at a salon would have such opportunities.
What does 1.17 million mean? That’s roughly the annual salary of their company’s management!
Among the successful "socialites" she knew, the best results barely reached this level.
She could shop without worry, travel freely, and attend gatherings without care.
At just 19 years old, Qianqian had essentially bypassed ten years of struggle!
"Wow! 1.17 million!"
Hearing the exact figure, Zhao Yaqian gasped, her face lighting up with joy, feeling light as a feather.
I did it! My dream has come true!
Brother Song truly loves me!
That’s 170,000 more than the million annual salary my cousin mentioned!
I can buy anything I like, enjoy barbecues and skewers at will.
The family debts would no longer be a massive burden.
The items piling up in my shopping cart could finally be purchased.
Oh right, I could also go shopping with Little Xue at luxury stores and let her help me pick out beautiful clothes.
Qin Yingxue’s expression gradually froze as she exchanged glances with Mo Xiangwan and Luo Bing.
Somewhat taken aback.
Was she… a bit of a sweet simpleton?
Slover Trust had been established for three years, and this was the first time they set up a beneficiary, which spoke volumes about Tang Song's attitude toward Zhao Yaqian.
Su Yu had flown abroad, saying she needed time to cool off. According to past patterns, it was highly likely that another sad love song would be born.
Even Director Jin had lost sleep over it last night and had not gone to the office today.
Glancing at the relaxed Qin Yingxue and Mo Xiangwan.
Luo Bing tightened his hands, his gaze steady, as if he understood Mr. Tang’s deeper intentions.
Such a person with humble origins, capabilities, and qualities was indeed the best pawn for balancing factional struggles.
Tang Song remained the same Tang Song—cool, rational, meticulous, and unfathomable.
Noticing the strange looks from the three opposite, Zhao Yaqian’s cheeks flushed, but she still asked her most concerned question, "This trust… it should last forever, right?"
Luo Bing responded at the right moment, "Ms. Zhao, you don’t need to worry. As long as you don’t violate the trust agreement, this income will continue and can be inherited as part of your estate. Additionally, every five years, adjustments will be made according to the market economy and prices to ensure your quality of life."
"That sounds wonderful!" Zhao Yaqian's eyes sparkled with excitement as she asked, "When can I start receiving money?"
Qin Yingxue took a sip from her teacup, casually replying, "Starting today, on the 23rd of each month, funds will be transferred to your account. The amount will fluctuate depending on the exchange rate, and if you have questions, feel free to contact the office."
Upon hearing this, Lin Muxue was stunned, her mind suddenly filled with an outrageous thought.
No way? It can't be? What a joke!?
Zhao Yaqian excitedly asked, "So, I can get around 100,000 RMB today, right?"
With an annual salary of 1.17 million, that’s nearly 100,000 a month!
Her bank account had never exceeded four digits; just thinking about having so much money made her excited and restless.
Qin Yingxue's expression became difficult to maintain as she put her teacup down with a thud.
With a strange tone, she said, "The fund’s annual yield is 2 million dollars. Mr. Tang has set the distribution period to be monthly, and the $16,670 I mentioned refers to each month."
Realizing the truth confirmed her suspicions, Lin Muxue felt as if her mind had exploded, clenching her beautifully manicured nails tightly against her beloved bag.
Each year would bring in 14 million yuan, translating to 1.17 million yuan per month, which means 39,000 a day.
Thirty-nine thousand a day!
What does that even mean?
She worked hard at her job and did side gigs, earning about 16,000 a month, roughly equal to 0.4 Yaqian per day.
The class and wealth barriers had never been clearer to Lin Muxue, leaving her feeling dizzy and emotionally overwhelmed.
Why wasn’t this good fortune bestowed upon me!?
"One month?" Zhao Yaqian's mouth gaped open, her eyes wide with disbelief as she clutched her heart.
Her first thought was one of deep emotion! An indescribable gratitude toward Tang Song!
Then she felt a tinge of guilt.
This is too unreal! Am I really worth this much money?
…
Seeing Zhao Yaqian’s genuine expression, Qin Yingxue’s demeanor softened, placing the beneficiary agreement and a pen in front of her.
"If there are no further questions, let’s sign the agreement first, and we can discuss the other matters later. With Lawyer Luo, Mr. Mo, and Ms. Lin here, the authenticity and legality of the signing can be confirmed."
"Okay… alright."
Under Luo Bing's guidance, Zhao Yaqian drowsily signed several documents.
Once everything was settled.
Luo Bing retrieved another file from the safe and placed it in front of her.
With a light smile, he said, "Inside are the services and benefits you can enjoy beyond your fixed income.
These mainly fall into three categories: health, leisure, and personal growth incentives.
Slover Trust has established specific funds and resources aimed at enhancing the quality of life, health, and happiness of the beneficiaries.
Let’s first discuss ‘health,’ which includes: high-end private medical services, exclusive fitness studios, nutritional consultations and dining services, and psychological counseling services…"
Luo Bing spoke at a steady pace, elaborating in detail.
Lin Muxue felt parched and dazed.
To maintain Zhao Yaqian’s health, they provided: top-tier global medical insurance, a private doctor on call 24/7, a full medical team, and guidance from elite fitness and nutrition experts…
To ensure Zhao Yaqian enjoyed traveling, they offered: customized travel plans, business class tickets, itinerary planning, and transportation services…
In addition, they provided access to private yachts, top golf courses, and luxury vacation homes for leisure activities.
To enhance Zhao Yaqian’s cultural appreciation and taste, they offered: qualifications for global art exhibitions, concerts, fashion weeks, and other cultural activities…
To help Zhao Yaqian expand her social circle, they provided invitations to charity dinners, golf tournaments, and high-end parties, and could even organize events at her request.
To assist Zhao Yaqian in her personal development, they offered: opportunities for educational advancement, overseas studies, professional training, and educational funds…
…
Looking through the materials and hearing the terms, Lin Muxue felt her mind going blank.
Initially, when she heard someone say "my boyfriend will support me for life," she had approached it with a scoffing attitude, but now she couldn’t laugh at all.
This friend, whom she thought was merely an average beauty therapist, had crossed the boundary of her dreams in an exaggerated manner, becoming part of the true elite circle.
The gatherings, places, and circles she desperately wanted to break into were now accessible to Zhao Yaqian.
The glamorous facade she had painstakingly crafted was easily achievable for her.
An uncontrollable jealousy and envy surged within her, making it difficult to control her emotions.
It was unfair, but that was reality, just like those second-generation rich kids born into privilege.
Zhao Yaqian was so moved that tears filled her eyes, genuinely crying.
What is love? This must be the most direct and romantic expression!
Brother Song truly loves me the most!
"Regarding the rights you can enjoy, I only covered the basics. Detailed content is included in the materials, and you can review it thoroughly later." Luo Bing picked up his teacup and took a sip before rising. "I’ll be right back; I need to use the restroom. You can chat."
Zhao Yaqian quickly nodded, wiping her tears with a tissue.
Qin Yingxue suddenly turned to Lin Muxue, asking, "Ms. Lin, what do you do for a living?"
Lin Muxue lifted her pale face, "I work in a financial company."
"Oh? Which company?"
Lin Muxue bit her lip and replied softly, "Rongxin Venture Capital."
Qin Yingxue casually said, "Oh, I’ve had a few dealings with Li Xinguo and have collaborated with Rongxin Venture Capital before."
Hearing that name made Lin Muxue's eyes widen in shock.
This woman actually knew their company’s chairman!
The scale of today’s event and the people present had far exceeded her understanding.
Qin Yingxue smiled and said, "The agreement has been signed, Ms. Lin can take a tour of the office environment of Juxing Huijin while I chat privately with Ms. Zhao."
"Alright, I’ll also go to the restroom," Lin Muxue licked her lips and slowly stood up, walking towards the exit.
In the presence of such high-caliber individuals, she felt no ability or courage to resist.
As the heavy door closed behind her, Qin Yingxue turned her gaze back to Zhao Yaqian.
Her face was full of excitement and emotion, seemingly daydreaming about her future blissful life.
Qin Yingxue straightened her outfit and reminded, "Ms. Zhao, please make sure to carefully review the trust agreement rules after you return. If you breach them, all the aforementioned rights will be forfeited."
Zhao Yaqian quickly nodded, a bit nervously saying, "Okay, I understand."
Watching the naive sweet girl before her, Qin Yingxue slowly stood up, her expression gradually turning serious.
Raising her voice, she warned, "In addition, you need to be cautious in your future life.
Mr. Tang is very busy; he may not be able to give you enough attention, so we have prepared ample cultural and leisure projects for you.
You should proactively maintain boundaries with men, and that also includes women who may show interest.
Before doing anything, be sure to weigh the pros and cons, and never let your hormones dictate your decisions.
…
You are the first beneficiary of this trust; please cherish this trust.
Remember this: those who shelter you from the storm can also cast a shadow over you."