Maxing Out Charisma, Inheriting Game Assets

Chapter 244: Classmates Reunited, Calm and Composed

Yuhua Commercial Building.

Mortal World Cultural Media Co., Ltd.

"Oh? Tang Song from the Computer Science department? Don't recall him."

"As far as I know, your Youjie Household Services is raising 5 million in angel funding, meaning he has the ability to provide 5 million in liquid capital, correct?"

"OK! OK! I also think alumni connections are more reliable and trustworthy. I'll handle this matter properly, don't worry!"

"Bye, let's meet up this weekend. If this deal goes through, I'll definitely properly thank you and Qingqing."

After hanging up, Guo Liyuan's eyes sparkled with surprise.

Shen Yuyan had suddenly pulled her into a small group chat, and after just a few messages, called her directly.

Saying that Tang Song in the group was the investor being introduced to her!

During their last meal together when they heard Win-Win Technology planned to invest in Youjie Household Services, she had jokingly said to introduce her to any good opportunities.Never expected they'd take it seriously, and move so quickly.

Completing a funding round wasn't easy - it involved tremendous challenges and lengthy negotiations.

Like the two VC firms their company was currently talking to, whose valuation adjustment mechanisms were extremely harsh.

There were clear stipulations about time constraints, performance metrics, and profitability - the pressure to meet them was immense.

One wrong move could mean losing company control or having to buy back shares.

If this alumni investment came through, it would be great for them.

Returning to her seat, she turned on her computer, found a document and sent it to the group.

Guo Liyuan left a message in the group: "@Tang Song, here's our company's business plan. Really appreciate an alumnus's trust. Let's connect directly - feel free to ask me anything, I'll be completely transparent."

[Tang Song: "Received. I'll respond asap. I'm quite optimistic about the short drama market. Looking forward to our cooperation."]

Guo Liyuan first replied in the group, then clicked his profile to send a friend request.

After exchanging some memes with Xu Qing and Shen Yuyan in the group,

the friend request was promptly accepted.

Opening the chat with Tang Song, Guo Liyuan privately sent their market research reports, core team introductions, financial projections, and industry analysis reports.

These were professional fundraising materials prepared by consulting firms - extremely comprehensive. If Tang Song was serious about investing, this would save him considerable time.

After some thought, Guo Liyuan added: "Old classmate, your recognition means a lot. These are all materials we've shared with investment institutions. Hope you'll seriously consider Mortal World Cultural Media - we won't let you down!"

"Buzz buzz—"

[Tang Song: "Received. Thanks for your trust. I'll decide quickly."]

After chatting briefly with Tang Song,

Guo Liyuan immediately messaged her company's busy major shareholder to schedule a meeting about the funding.

Trusting Shen Yuyan and Xu Qing, she believed Tang Song genuinely had investment capability.

With investors, one naturally adopted a humble posture to show maximum sincerity.

While Mortal World handled mainstream media agency business, most resources and capital were now betting on short dramas. Their cash flow was already stretched thin.

Every funding source was precious - regardless of how much Tang Song might invest, she was ready to give her all.

......

29th Floor, Chengyuan Building, Gathering Capital.

"Hi Luna, your figure is amazing, so jealous."

"Good afternoon Luna, I'm Ethan from Trust Services."

"Hello Luna! I'm Lin Bo from Risk Control, call me Ryan."

...

Lin Muxue sat in the employee dining area enjoying the corporate catering while periodically greeting colleagues coming to introduce themselves.

Though just a branch office in Yancheng, the organizational structure was complete.

Many employees came from the Hong Kong headquarters, including numerous foreigners.

Everyone used English names, rarely mentioning positions directly. The atmosphere was harmonious.

As senior assistant to the highest authority in the trust department, Lin Muxue's arrival naturally drew attention.

During lunch break, many proactively approached to network and introduce themselves.

Several gathered around, chatting about company matters and local cuisine.

Initially many colleagues instinctively spoke English to her before awkwardly switching languages.

Some foreigners' speech was particularly hard to follow.

Though socially adept and quick-witted enough to manage pleasant interactions,

Lin Muxue appeared calm but was internally quite nervous.

She'd actually reviewed these people's resumes that morning.

Former Big Four audit managers in risk control, ex-top PE analysts as economic researchers...

Every one had impressive backgrounds.

And her? A "flight attendant" major from Yancheng Vocational Technical College, former print model, former financial receptionist.

Now she deeply understood the phrase "a husky mixing with wolves."

Fortunately, their work didn't directly intersect.

Otherwise she'd be exposed immediately.

After lunch, Lin Muxue politely excused herself back to the directors' office suite.

A massive space with resting area, reception zone and workspace.

Near the entrance was her own 10+ square meter cubicle enclosed in frosted glass, door bearing an elegant plaque:

[Senior Assistant to the Committee]

Stepping on plush soundproof carpet, gazing at her private office, Lin Muxue felt emotional.

Grasping the cool door handle, she gently pushed it open.

Bright yet soft lighting, mirror-polished hardwood desk, comfortable armchair, small tea table, vibrant greenery...

Settling into her chair, she spun around excitedly.

HR mentioned they'd take her measurements that afternoon to customize an ergonomic chair to her specifications.

Materials, design, patterns all her choice.

Fingering her blue-white employee badge, she lifted it for another look.

Top was her carefully selected ID photo.

Below, position details:

Employee Name: Luna (Lin Muxue)

Position: Senior Assistant to the Committee

Employee ID: 00227

...

Slover (HK) Trust

As a standard foreign company with an offshore trust headquarters, many internal documents and materials used English.

Lin Muxue increasingly felt her inadequacy and unease.

She worried about losing this precious opportunity.

Her "flight attendant" program had included required English courses.

But she'd never been studious, plus the school was mediocre - her skills were basic, speaking especially poor.

After consideration, she nervously messaged the HR director: "June, this is my first foreign company job. I'd like systematic English training - could you arrange something?"

Shortly, a reply popped up.

[June: "OK, we work with training providers. I'll connect you. We have dedicated training rooms - no need to go offsite."]

Lin Muxue instantly beamed at the response.

As senior committee assistant, she enjoyed many privileged benefits.

Like fully reimbursed daily taxis.

Business class and luxury hotels for work trips.

Having worked administrative at Rongxin Venture Capital for a year, she understood what these perks signified.

Her compensation package likely matched senior executives.

Blushing at the thought, she opened WeChat to message Tang Song: "Mr. Tang, I've successfully onboarded, currently working in the directors' office annex. Colleagues are very friendly - getting along well. I love this job!"

"Buzz buzz—"

[Tang Song: "Director Zhang mentioned it. Keep it up, Xue. By the way, I have media company materials - please forward to investment strategy's risk team for review."]

Seeing this, Lin Muxue immediately brightened.

Quickly replying: "Received! On it right away!"

This was a direct assignment from the boss - highest priority work.

She wasn't particularly ambitious - content with her current situation, not seeking higher status.

Just concerned about her inferior education and skills inviting colleagues' disdain.

Now Tang Song entrusted her with coordination tasks, helping her quickly integrate and earn respect.

"Ding dong—"

High school class group chat.

[He Xiaohui: "@Lin Muxue, we've arrived in Yancheng. Li Da took leave to meet us."]

[He Xiaohui: group photo.jpg]

Lin Muxue opened the photo - three of them at the station exit.

He Xiaohui smiled especially brightly.

[He Xiaohui: "Know you're busy with finance work. Let's meet at a restaurant near your company tonight. Wen Qiong's coming too - won't take much time. Surely you won't refuse this time?"]

[Chen Siyue: "I'll livestream it. Netizens are super curious - you've changed the most among our classmates."]

Others chimed in excitedly.

Scrolling up revealed hundreds of unread messages after two hours offline.

Chen Siyue's "classmate blind box" series had reconnected their old group.

Reigniting high school memories.

Lin Muxue smiled calmly and replied: "Sure."

......

Yancheng Railway Station.

"Wow! Xue finally sent her company address!" Chen Siyue exclaimed, checking the map. "Huaxin District's Chengyuan Building."

Li Da searched "Chengyuan Building," grinning excitedly: "Not far from our office. Great."

He Xiaohui giggled: "When we meet Xue, I want to ride in her Porsche 718."

Lin Muxue's Douyin frequently featured a white 718 - regular videos and photos.

Chatting, they reached the underground parking lot.

Li Da pressed his car key.

Seeing the flashing black Buick GL8, He Xiaohui gasped: "Li Da, this is yours?"

Li Da smirked proudly: "Company shuttle, but I'm a supervisor now - good relationship with management, can drive it freely. Next time we film at Xue's place, I'll bring a Mercedes E."

Just a minor quality control supervisor at a branch, securing the company car required major effort.

But reuniting with two attractive female classmates made him want to show off.

"Impressive, Li Da!"

Chen Siyue patted his arm: "When you get the Mercedes, I'll film you properly for the blind box series - highlight your success!"

"Thanks Siyue." Li Da beamed: "Let's go! Get you to the hotel."

Soon the black GL8 left the station.

Front passenger Chen Siyue blinked: "Li Da, are you pursuing Xue now?"

"Uh... sort of." Li Da looked uncomfortable.

After their Starbucks meetup, he'd been smitten, launching intense courtship.

But this beautiful classmate had grown far colder than in high school, ignoring his advances.

Wouldn't even share her address or workplace.

No way to send flowers or gifts.

"Then prepare for disappointment." He Xiaohui leaned forward from the back: "Night before last she told Siyue she has a boyfriend they live together."

"What!?" Li Da exclaimed: "How? Her Douyin shows her single!"

"She said that's for privacy. Boyfriend avoids cameras and exposure. The apartment in her videos is actually next to his complex."

Chen Siyue laughed: "Xue said only because we're visiting does she reveal her true self. Meaning her Douyin is deliberately low-key."

Li Da's expression darkened: "I see..."

He'd liked Lin Muxue since high school - this reunion completed his infatuation. Now his hopes were dashed.

He Xiaohui sneered: "Personally I think she's lying. She lied constantly in school. A vocational grad claiming finance executive? Doubt it. Probably no boyfriend either."

"True, Xue entering finance is bizarre." Chen Siyue nodded: "Unbelievable."

Li Da paused, eyes suddenly brightening with renewed hope.

Sometimes a woman's excellence could intimidate.

Chen Siyue watched the bustling cityscape: "Well, we'll see tonight. I'm excited."

Lin Muxue's episode had tremendous potential.

Even if her lies were exposed, that would make compelling content.

......

After checking into a downtown star hotel,

they ate simply at the Chinese restaurant downstairs.

Rested, changed clothes, did makeup.

Chen Siyue began filming Li Da's blind box segment.

Mostly reminiscing about the past and discussing current lives, then visiting his rented place to capture his lifestyle.

Some workplace footage and narration would complete the video.

Besides Lin Muxue, Li Da was another strong angle.

Becoming a supervisor at a listed medtech branch just one year post-grad - remarkably accomplished.

6pm.

Finishing filming, they picked up Mao Wenqiong after work, heading to Chengyuan Building.

Speeding GL8.

He Xiaohui waved her phone, smirking: "I've messaged Xue repeatedly - no reply. Think she's chickening out?"

Chen Siyue adjusting livestream equipment laughed: "Unlikely - she agreed already."

"Hope so." He Xiaohui muttered, continuing to chat in the group, periodically making snide remarks about Lin Muxue.

Annoyed that however many times she was tagged, Lin Muxue ignored her completely.

Twenty minutes later.

The GL8 slowly entered Chengyuan Building's parking lot, pulling into a space.

Mao Wenqiong checked her phone: "Xue just messaged - working until 7pm."

"Oh~" He Xiaohui pouted: "Still holding school grudges. Won't even acknowledge me - so petty."

Mao Wenqiong smiled awkwardly, unsure how to respond.

Mediocre in school - average looks, personality, academics.

Came to Yancheng for her college boyfriend - equally unremarkable.

Chen Siyue wasn't filming her - no audience appeal.

Just tagging along to reunite with old classmates.

No ill will toward Lin Muxue.

Chen Siyue checked the time: "No rush - just ten minutes. I'll start livestream prep. Wen Qiong, tell Xue we'll wait in the lobby at 7."

"Okay."

He Xiaohui took the sports camera: "Focus on streaming - I'll capture footage!"

"Thanks Hui."

After setup, the livestream began.

Notified classmates flooded in.

Soon her followers joined - viewership quickly surpassed 300.

Strong numbers for her - usually struggled to hit 100.

"Hello everyone! Likes and follows appreciated! Currently filming classmate blind box series - super fun!"

"Right, tonight's livestream is reuniting with Lin Muxue after six years - former slacker, now finance elite, wealthy beauty."

"Know you're curious - pre-show livestream! Stay tuned!"

Chen Siyue enthusiastically introduced the content as comments exploded.

["College grad becoming finance exec in two years? Bullshit! If true I'll eat shit on stream!"]

["Checked Luna Xue's Douyin - gorgeous but definitely lying about work."]

["Not impossible - some people get lucky. Seen it before."]

Seeing heated debates and rising engagement, Chen Siyue smiled brightly.

Began sharing her high school impressions of Lin Muxue.

Being live, her commentary remained positive.

Described Lin Muxue as pretty, frugal, beauty-obsessed, poor student who dreamed of being a flight attendant/model - craving glamour.

Just that relatable girl everyone knew.

Her storytelling instantly hooked viewers.

"Excited to see Xue's transformation! Almost 7 - let's meet our old classmate!"

......

"Hard tech VC is brutal - tech complexity keeps growing. As a finance/law analyst, the learning curve's steep."

"Jason said Kate Trust is sending frontline VCs next month - major strategic shifts coming."

"Like this sudden special fund. Luna, as committee assistant, you'd know, right?"

Lin Muxue tucked her hair behind an ear, smiling softly: "Yes, I'm here specifically for the fund's operations. Hope for your support going forward."

The group chatted while heading out.

Conversation centered on the new senior assistant.

Gathering Capital had flexible hours - two-hour lunch breaks, just seven daily working hours required.

Investment Strategy typically worked 10am-7pm.

To properly handle Tang Song's first assignment, Lin Muxue stayed until 7pm.

Though she didn't understand their work, she recorded everything for later review.

While waiting for the elevator, Lin Muxue opened her Hermès Birkin, glancing at her phone.

[Li Da: "Xue, off work yet?"]

[Mao Wenqiong: "We're in the lobby - you'll see us when you exit."]

Additionally, countless tags in the class group.

Lin Muxue smiled faintly, only replying to Mao Wenqiong: "Waiting for elevator," then pocketed her phone.

"Ding—" The elevator doors opened.

About a dozen people entered.

Most were headquarters staff assigned to Yancheng, so didn't own cars locally.

Commuted by taxi - fully reimbursed by the company.

Lin Muxue looked ahead calmly.

After a day working alongside these genuine finance elites, her mindset had subtly shifted.

Facing the impending reunion, she felt remarkably composed.

......

Lobby.

Mao Wenqiong checked her phone: "Xue's in the elevator - coming down now."

Chen Siyue beamed at the camera: "Everyone, high school classmate Lin Muxue is about to appear! Six years of transformation - witness this reunion with me!"

She flipped the camera toward the elevators.

The stream went wild.

Li Da quickly positioned himself by the security gates, practicing what he thought was a handsome smile for greeting Lin Muxue first.

A soft "ding" sounded as the elevator doors slid open.

Followed by steady footsteps - over a dozen people emerged.

Men and women, including several foreigners.

Impeccably dressed - men in tailored suits, women in elegant office skirts.

Expressions ranged from composed to focused, carrying briefcases.

They passed through security with confident strides - an aura of elite professionalism.

At the center stood a woman in a high-waisted skirt.

Striking features, flawless makeup, graceful posture - exceptionally eye-catching.

Surrounded by colleagues, engaging in conversation, gaze sharp and assured.

Li Da froze - suddenly intimidated from approaching.

This Lin Muxue seemed utterly unattainable.

Chen Siyue's commentary halted mid-sentence as she stared dumbfounded.

He Xiaohui's eyes widened, mind reeling.

Though traces of the high school girl remained, the transformation was staggering.

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Lin Muxue paused, gesturing toward Chen Siyue's group while bidding colleagues farewell.

"Bye, see tomorrow.""Bye Luna.""Bye~"

Amid cheerful goodbyes, Lin Muxue approached in heels.

Exquisite high-fashion outfit, conspicuous Hermès Birkin.

Nearly 180cm in heels - statuesque and commanding.

Instantly awing her former classmates and viewers.

"Wen Qiong, Siyue, He Xiaohui, long time no see." Lin Muxue surveyed them calmly.

Empress Muxue has ascended - fearing none but Tang Song now!

After over a month of anxiety about this blind box - time to shock them!

The previously quiet livestream erupted.

["Holy shit! Holy shit! Holy shit!"]

["Where's the shit-eating guy? Look at this presence - clearly legit!"]

["This is Lin Muxue? Unrecognizable from high school!"]

["So beautiful! Amazing figure! Killer aura! New fan here!"]

Chen Siyue snapped out of her daze, mouth dry: "Xue... long time."

He Xiaohui bit her lip, silent and avoiding eye contact.

Seeing her former bully so cowed, Lin Muxue felt exhilarating satisfaction.

"Xue, you work at a foreign company?" Mao Wenqiong gulped, pointing at the departing Gathering Capital employees.

She'd noticed their briefcases, badges, and English conversations.

Lin Muxue nodded with a smile: "Yes, Slover Trust - a Hong Kong-based fund."

"So impressive." Mao Wenqiong gazed admiringly at her extraordinary classmate.

Chen Siyue exhaled deeply, forcing composure.

This familiar-yet-alien classmate casually conversing with finance elites was genuinely startling.

Checking stream stats - over 800 viewers now.

Adjusting the camera angle, she asked nervously: "Xue, what's your current position?"

Lin Muxue smiled, displaying her elegant blue-white badge.

"Senior Secretary to the Trust Committee - managing the Yancheng branch and special fund."

Then she turned to the cowering He Xiaohui, looking down at her heavily made-up face.

With a light laugh: "Xiaohui, you've been so eager to see me. Cat got your tongue now?"

"Long time, Xue." He Xiaohui flushed crimson, instinctively looking away.

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