novelraw Chapter 537: Anne: Oh! God!
Chapter 537: Anne: Oh! God!
21:30.
Imperial Capital, No. 8 Xiaoyun Road, Hesheng.
Outside the window, the city lights were brilliant, and the noise of the city was shut out by the heavy floor-to-ceiling windows.
Knock knock knock— the sound of knocking.
The door was gently pushed open right after.
Shangguan Qiuya stepped into the gym and stood quietly to the side.
The air was filled with a faint mix of sweat and fragrance.
Secretary Jin wore a tight-fitting black cropped workout outfit made of lightweight, breathable material that perfectly outlined her golden-ratio figure.
Her brown hair was tied into a neat ponytail, swaying slightly with her movements.
Her legs were long and straight, her hips round and firm, her back smooth and elegant, like an unfolding work of art.Sweat slid down her fair, delicate neck, glistening under the light.
It made people unconsciously hold their breath.
Shangguan Qiuya couldn’t help but steal a few more glances, once again amazed by Director Jin’s beauty.
Just watching her sweat felt like a kind of enjoyment.
A few minutes later.
Secretary Jin pressed pause and stepped off the treadmill, casually picking up a towel to wipe the fine beads of sweat on her forehead.
“Speak. What is it?”
Shangguan Qiuya quickly stood up straight, her tone steady and respectful: “President Tang attended Modu’s ‘Investor Night: Leading the Future’ event on time tonight. His behavior... was rather high-profile.”
As she spoke, she opened the tablet in her hand and tapped the screen to project.
A photo immediately appeared on the gym’s large screen.
On screen, the red carpet was laid out, spotlights flashing.
Tang Song was wearing a sharply tailored suit, standing side by side with Anne Kate, followed by executives from Jingwu Capital and Rongliu Capital.
“Continue.” Secretary Jin’s voice was low and icy.
Shangguan Qiuya swiped her fingers.
Photo after photo appeared steadily on the big screen.
Finally, it froze on the scene at the main venue.
He stood at the center of everyone’s attention, exuding a familiar aura—calm, composed, flawless.
Looking at Tang Song’s figure in the photo, Secretary Jin’s gaze turned slightly dazed, her red lips pressed tightly together, a flicker of complex emotion passing between her brows.
Shangguan Qiuya stood behind her, looking at “President Tang” in the photo with reverence.
From him, she saw shadows of the past once again.
And now, he was even more handsome and flawless, seemingly perfect.
As a personal assistant, she had followed Director Jin the longest out of all the assistants.
And among all the non-core personnel, she was the one who had interacted most with this “President Tang.”
Her impression of him was that of an “Observer,” always calm, restrained, composed, rarely showing anger, excitement, or vulnerability.
Every word, every move he made was calculated, all to achieve his goals.
Rational, godlike, impeccable.
He always emitted an unparalleled charm, attracting top-tier talent to his side. He was the spiritual pillar in everyone’s heart.
It had been almost a year since President Tang left the Imperial Capital and began “living separately” from Director Jin.
Now, with President Tang choosing to attend such a large event and making a high-profile appearance, did this mean he was about to take the stage himself?
Tangjin Family Office, Smile Holdings, Tangyi Precision, Jingwu Capital, Qingning Technology, Guyu Biotech, Yunxi Real Estate, Meigou Tech, Tangzong Entertainment...
When these industries were truly integrated and developed synergistically, they would undoubtedly create a profound global impact.
In Shangguan Qiuya’s view, President Tang had already become a top-tier financial magnate that could not be ignored.
And the most astonishing part—he was still two months shy of 26.
Such an achievement was truly unprecedented.
If it weren’t for such a man, how else could someone like Director Jin be “conquered”?
...
After a long pause, Secretary Jin said, “Print out this photo and put it in my bedroom.”
“Got it, understood!” Shangguan Qiuya nodded, then added, “President Tang didn’t just attend with Ms. Kate. There was another woman, quite close to him, who attended as his personal assistant.”
“Oh?” Secretary Jin’s elegant brows raised slightly as she looked at the figure standing slightly behind and to the side of Tang Song.
A fresh, delicate face, with a graceful and sexy figure.
“Her name is Shen Yuyan, a college classmate of President Tang’s. After graduating, she worked at P&G, then co-founded Youjie Housekeeping...” Shangguan Qiuya softly shared Shen Yuyan’s background and added, “I’ve compiled her full profile into a document and sent it to your email.”
Secretary Jin let out an “Mm” and asked, “What’s President Tang’s main purpose in attending this gala?”
“Based on current information, it’s to connect with a growth-stage company named Yimai Tech. It was among the companies President Tang asked us to investigate in a recent email. It’s a tech firm focused on AI-driven upgrades in the fashion industry. His interaction with them is likely for Songmei Fashion.”
“Songmei Fashion...” Secretary Jin murmured.
Shangguan Qiuya spoke at the right moment: “Yes, President Tang’s core focus is still on Songmei Fashion. And judging by the name alone, it’s clearly related to you, Director Jin.”
Hearing this, Secretary Jin’s lips curled into a faint, almost invisible smile.
Seeing the boss’s mood improve, Shangguan Qiuya quickly added: “Also, even though President Tang visited Ms. Su Yu’s set, he stayed at Ms. Kate’s house the whole time. That alone shows how much he cares about your opinion.”
These past few days, Director Jin had been in a terrible mood.
Su Yu posting photos in the group was basically a slap to the face.
Luckily, President Tang brought in Anne Kate. As Director Jin’s close friend, she naturally would “keep an eye” on him.
Otherwise, Director Jin might’ve actually flown to Modu herself.
Don’t forget, when she received the couple outfit last time, she “showed it off” in front of Liu Qingning and Su Yu.
Clearly, in her heart, she did care about all this.
Secretary Jin didn’t reply immediately, but instead said, “Give me your phone.”
Shangguan Qiuya quickly took out her phone and handed it over.
Secretary Jin took it casually and dialed a number.
On the other end came Anne Kate’s slightly lazy voice, “Dear Mira, why the sudden call?”
Secretary Jin’s tone was indifferent but still intimate, “Anne, the holiday’s over. When are you coming to the Imperial Capital?”
“Oh~ it’s the first time you’ve shown concern like this. Do you miss me? Or are you worried I’ll get too close to Song?”
“You know I still have many things I need your help with.”
“Alright, I’ll come as soon as I can,” Anne said, “But... there’s something I should probably give you a heads-up on.”
“What is it?”
“During tonight’s gala, I made a fun little bet with Song. I lost. I’m worried he might take this opportunity to do something... not-so-good to me. But who knows?”
“A bet? What were you trying to do?”
“Relax, Mira. I swear, I won’t do anything over the line.”
Secretary Jin’s brows twitched slightly, her voice turning icy, “Don’t you dare use the tricks you’ve learned in your circle on him. Otherwise, you’ll regret it, little Anne from Manhattan.”
“Oh! God!” Anne’s tone turned agitated, “You should trust me. I haven’t done anything.”
“I’m not interested in your excuses. I’m just reminding you—everything you have now, the glory, was given to you by him and me. If you dare do anything to hurt him, you know the consequences.”
With that, Secretary Jin hung up directly.
“Anything else?”
Shangguan Qiuya hesitated for a moment before saying, “During my investigation, I discovered that President Tang’s initial contact with Yimai Tech was through Jiang Yourong.”
“Jiang Yourong?”
“Yes. She was part of your former assistant team. Resigned in the first half of 2017 to pursue a PhD. After graduation, she became an associate professor at Yan City Normal University. She met President Tang through Shimmer Coffee’s Xie Shuyu, and has been trying to get closer to him, interacting frequently with Liu Jiayi.”
“Assistant Jiang... so it’s her...” Secretary Jin paused in thought, her brow rising slightly, “Send me her info tomorrow morning.”
“Understood.” Shangguan Qiuya quickly jotted down the instruction, then took her leave. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll go handle these matters.”
Secretary Jin waved her hand, signaling she could leave.
Once the door closed again, she walked to the window and looked south.
Her gaze was clear as water, yet filled with inscrutable emotions.
Night had fallen.
A deep chestnut Rolls-Royce slowly pulled out of the parking lot, its tires silently gliding over the smooth asphalt.
Inside the quiet car cabin.
Shen Yuyan sat properly in the back left seat, holding a Chanel clutch in her lap.
It was a long time before she seemed to wake from a dream.
She realized she had already left the Modu International Conference Center, far from the noise and glory of that banquet.
She turned slightly, looking at the man seated to her right.
In the dim cabin, his features looked even more refined and noble, with an indescribable allure between his brows.
She couldn’t help but tighten her grip on her skirt, calming her inner flutter, trying to maintain outward composure.
Everything tonight had hit her too hard—it overturned her worldview, changed her life plans, her goals... maybe even her fate.
She’d thought Tang Song was just a low-profile billionaire in Yancheng.
Turns out, his background and power far exceeded imagination—he could even get members of the Kate family to support him.
This Tang Song was like a hidden star in the clouds—once revealed, dazzling beyond compare.
She pressed her lips together, her body leaning slightly right, her voice soft, “President Tang, your Lamborghini is still in the parking lot. Do you need me to bring it back for you tomorrow?”
“I’ll trouble you with that, Yuyan.” Tang Song took the keys from his suit pocket and handed them over.
Shen Yuyan quickly reached out to take the keys, looking at him, “It’s what I should do. After all... I’m your assistant, right?”
Tang Song’s lips curved slightly, a light chuckle escaping, “Yes, Assistant Shen. Contact a tow service and send the car back to Yancheng. My Modu schedule’s nearly done.”
Shen Yuyan immediately beamed, “Got it! I’ll arrange it. As for the financing with Yimai Tech, I’ll follow up daily. Once things with Youjie Housekeeping are wrapped up, I’ll head to Hangzhou right away.”
Tang Song gave a small nod, breathing in the scent of her perfume, eyes on her familiar, fresh campus belle face.
He reached out, his fingers gently brushing her thick, silky hair, then gliding down to her slender, lightly clad back.
Shen Yuyan’s body stiffened for a moment, but quickly returned to normal, her face still smiling, though her pressed-together legs trembled slightly.
Feeling the campus belle’s obedience, an inexplicable sense of satisfaction rose in Tang Song’s heart.
He leaned back in the seat, his expression distant and profound.
At this moment, Tang Song had already shed the state of the 【Observer】—that sense of detachment had gradually faded, and he was once again just himself.
Tang Song closed his eyes, and scenes from the evening replayed in his mind:
The flashing lights on the red carpet, the respect and courtesy from the hosts in the VIP lounge, standing alongside Anne Kate in the main venue, the center of attention, surrounded by admiration, the politeness and enthusiasm of top investment executives...
All of it intertwined into a magnificent tapestry in his thoughts.
Especially Shen Yuyan’s presence—the former campus belle, her shifting mindset within this vanity fair, the whisper of human nature.
It made him feel, more directly than ever, the allure of "power."
As a man, Tang Song harbored his own desire for power.
From being a programmer at Jinxiu Trading in the beginning, to now becoming the head of a private equity firm managing billions of dollars in assets, each leap forward gave him a deeper understanding of what “power” truly meant.
Tang Song opened his eyes, lowered the car window, and let the cool night breeze brush against his face.
The surface of the Huangpu River reflected the lights from both banks, shimmering under the moonlight.
The skyscrapers in Lujiazui gleamed brightly—Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Jin Mao Tower...
These symbols of wealth and authority looked even grander and more magnificent by night.
Gazing out at the city nightscape, a deep and indescribable sense of fulfillment rose in his chest.
“！” The system interface reappeared.
【October 8, 2023. After attending 'Investor Night,' you're sitting in the car, feeling the obedience and admiration from your former campus goddess, replaying scenes from the event, completely immersed, unable to calm down.】
【You faintly sense an invisible yet powerful force surrounding you. This force is not just money or status, but a web of resources, connections, and decision-making power—true “influence.”】
【Like an unseen net, it tightly weaves together the venue and the larger world beyond. And you have already become an indispensable part of it.】
【At this moment, you're standing at a brand-new height, experiencing a perspective beyond the ordinary.】
【Your mindset has made a significant breakthrough. Charm +1】
Tang Song paused, a strong joy bursting in his eyes.
His left hand dropped straight down, grasping Shen Yuyan’s long, shapely thigh through her skirt.
Shen Yuyan bit her lip, her cheeks slightly flushed.
Tang Song took a deep breath, returned to the main interface, and checked his personal info.
【Player: Tang Song (Charm 79)】
【Role: President of Songmei Fashion】
【Height: 184CM, Weight: 80KG】
【Constitution: 78, Endurance: 80, Agility: 73, Comprehension: 84】
【Asset Status:】
Balance: ¥96 million (Investment Fund: ¥504.5 million)
After completing the 【Whispers of Shen Yuyan】 instance and making a breakthrough in mindset,
his Charm stat had jumped to 79—just 1 point away from 80, the threshold to unlock the next asset tier.
The excitement and thrill in his heart were beyond words.
After a while, Tang Song returned to the main interface and began checking the post-instance rewards one by one.
【Outfit – Autumn Encounter】: Limited Autumn Outfit, Constitution +2, Agility +2, includes warmth effect.
Outfit includes: caramel-brown turtleneck sweater + dark grey wide-leg dress pants + brown leather shoes.
Special effect: Autumn Encounter (While wearing this set, gain a small luck boost, which may bring you unexpected fortune in certain moments.)
Limited Effect: Atmosphere Enhancement (When in an outdoor autumn scene, you’ll exude a unique aura and atmosphere, making it easier to gain others’ favor.)
【Note: When the caramel sweater meets the dark grey dress pants, the autumn breeze becomes your messenger.】
A very elegant and beautiful outfit—and that rare luck boost is priceless!
Once back in Yancheng, he’d sketch it out and hand it off to his junior schoolmate to make.
Perfect timing too, since the weather was starting to cool.
【Skill – French: Fluent】: Upon use, this skill will “awaken” in your dreams, automatically granting mastery of French pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, phonetics, and intonation. You’ll be able to listen, speak, read, and write fluently, and understand cultural background knowledge of France.
【Note: Why must baguettes be cut diagonally?】
No hesitation—he used it immediately.
【Easter Egg – Secretary Jin’s Storyline】: A hidden side quest in the game tied to “Secretary Jin.” Upon use, you will recall a forgotten memory of a bet and temporarily unlock the ability to call “Secretary Jin” and issue one “personal command.”
【Note: He won again? He never seems to be wrong...】
Reading the item description, Tang Song froze, then his heartbeat began to quicken.
He originally thought it would be a simple item like 【Secretary Jin’s Fountain Pen】—but to think it could actually unlock call access.
Now, with his Charm stat about to hit 80, he finally had the right to hear his beloved secretary’s voice—
even if it was just a temporary unlock, it meant a lot.
Unlike before in dreams.
This time, it would be real, in the present, interacting with her voice-to-voice.
As for the “bet,” he had no idea what it referred to.
He let out a breath. Tang Song didn’t use it right away.
This opportunity was too precious—especially with the chance to issue a “personal command.” He had to prepare carefully.
“Mr. Tang, we’ve arrived at the All Seasons Hotel.” The driver in the front spoke softly.
“Alright.” Tang Song quickly returned to himself and closed the system interface.
Shen Yuyan brushed aside a lock of hair at her temple and looked at Tang Song’s left hand, her cheeks reddening. “President Tang... would you like to chat for a bit more? I still have a few questions about the upcoming work.”
Feeling the warmth in his hand, Tang Song smiled, “Alright, Assistant Shen.”
At this moment, he was in an incredibly good mood and genuinely interested in chatting with this former campus belle.
Shen Yuyan pressed her lips together. “I want to know—roughly when can I officially start?”
“When would you like to?”
“As soon as possible, of course.” Shen Yuyan paused, then added, “I know you’re busy, President Tang, and I hope to ease your workload sooner.”
Tang Song chuckled, “Once you finish handling the Youjie Housekeeping matters, you can start anytime.”
“Then... what position exactly?” Shen Yuyan looked up, her watery eyes glancing toward him, lashes fluttering slightly. “I think an assistant role suits me well—like Xiao Xue—staying by your side and helping you with work.”
Tang Song’s gaze flickered—he instantly saw through her little motive.
She wanted to compete with Xiao Xue head-on.
If it were purely about professional ability and execution, the fake heiress friend was no match for this campus belle.
But still, Xiao Xue could draw maps... and duo-queue with Qianqian.
And now, she was even his in-game companion.
Even if he allowed Shen Yuyan to join, he had to consider Xiao Xue’s feelings.
After some thought, Tang Song spoke, “Let’s go with Special Assistant. Once you're on board, you’ll mainly help me handle external investment matters.”
With Rongliu Investment getting on track, it was time to push forward his 【Growth Plan Task ③: Capital Hunter】.
This task required his direct involvement—it wasn’t something he could just delegate to Rongliu’s team.
She was a perfect match—Shen Yuyan could help him collect and process information, mobilize resources, and accelerate progress.
“Special Assistant” was inherently a designated role, tailored to provide customized decision-making support to specific executives, and came with certain special privileges.
It wouldn’t conflict with the “Executive Assistant” role, and it could still fulfill its intended purpose.
“Okay, President Tang!” Shen Yuyan responded sweetly, then softly asked about Rongliu Capital’s WOFE setup in Yancheng.
Her tone was natural and smooth, with a hint of probing curiosity, as if she were simply trying to understand her job responsibilities.
However, when she heard that Lin Muxue was the Executive Assistant, her legs visibly tensed for a moment.
She quickly adjusted her expression, showing no signs of reaction.
As the newcomer, she knew she had to lie low first—blend in, then slowly surpass Lin Muxue, and replace her!
The two chatted in the car for about ten minutes, their conversation ranging from company structure to future planning, the atmosphere relaxed and subtly nuanced.
Shen Yuyan kept just the right balance of closeness and professionalism, flawlessly embodying the image of an outstanding career woman.
Just before getting out of the car, she turned and looked at Tang Song, a radiant smile blooming on her face: “Now I’m off the clock, right?”
Tang Song paused, then smiled, “Of course.”
“Then you’re no longer my boss.” Shen Yuyan tilted her head slightly, suddenly gave him a kiss on the cheek, and patted his thigh with her delicate hand, “Goodnight, Tang Song. Remember to rest early.”
With that, she winked at him and gracefully stepped out of the car, heading into the hotel.
Tang Song sat there, watching Shen Yuyan’s figure disappear behind the hotel lobby’s glass doors, only looking away after a long moment.
The Rolls-Royce slowly started moving, driving into the underground parking garage of Suhewan Overseas Chinese Town.
Tang Song got out, entered the villa’s basement, and changed into slippers.
He took the elevator directly to the second floor.
The master bedroom door was open and the lights were on, but Anne was nowhere to be seen.
Click— he pushed open the guest bedroom door, the familiar scent of perfume filling his nose.
Tang Song raised an eyebrow and switched on the lights.
On the soft bed, a figure lay lazily sprawled.
Golden hair cascaded like a waterfall, her waist sunk into the mattress, her hips full and round, long legs slightly crossed, bathed in a honeyed glow beneath the warm light.
Tang Song let out a soft breath, his gaze involuntarily lingering on that graceful curve.
Come to think of it, there was still a bet between them yet to be fulfilled.
Remembering Anne’s “at your disposal,” his heartbeat suddenly sped up, mouth dry, a wave of heat rising uncontrollably within.
To say he had no thoughts about this foreign chick—he’d be lying.
He was a normal man. A seasoned perv.
Ever since leaving Yancheng, he hadn’t had a proper release.
Along the way, it had been Xie Shuyu, then Su Yu, Anne, and now Shen Yuyan.
The fact that he’d held out this long? He really tried.
Now, he could only gain 2 Charm points per day, and he was about to hit 80, unlocking the next reward tier.
It was a time of ambition and passion—hard to suppress.
Sensing movement, Anne slowly propped herself up, blue eyes full of mischief: “Look who’s back? Song, I thought you were spending the night with your little assistant, so... I took the liberty of borrowing your bed.”
She deliberately slowed her speech, her fingertips gliding across the sheet, leaving a teasing wrinkle.
Tang Song took a few steps forward, towering over her.
Anne met his burning gaze, even more thrilled, yet feigned innocence with a shrug, “Since you’re back, I guess... I should leave, right?”
She made a show of getting up, but her thin base layer slipped down with the motion, revealing snowy white skin that dazzled the eyes.
Her exaggerated figure traced an irresistible silhouette.
Tang Song’s throat bobbed. He grabbed her wrist—firmly.
“You’re hurting me, darling,” she pouted, but her tongue slowly licked her lower lip, as if savoring his unraveling control.
Tang Song leaned in slightly, staring into her pale eyes, “The bet needs to be honored, Ms. Anne.”
“Mm~” Anne gave a soft gasp, as if “scared.” “Song, what... what do you want me to do? I’ll cooperate, but you should know, it’s only because I lost the bet. I’m just keeping my promise.”
Though she sounded helpless, she puffed out her chest, her expression full of excitement.
The game was on, the tension sky-high.
Anne still hadn’t made a move—like a panther toying with her prey.
Tang Song’s breathing grew heavier as he scrambled for excuses.
Anne had teased him again and again. She was about to leave Modu. If he didn’t put her in her place, she’d only get worse.
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If he wanted to see Secretary Jin soon, he needed to complete it ASAP!
Secretary Jin would understand... right?
Speaking of taming mares, Tang Song’s eyes flashed with anticipation. A surge of irrepressible excitement welled up inside.
So far, he still had 5 precious 【Recovery Potions】 left.
And based on what he knew of Anne—despite her fiery, bold persona, she had never been with a man.
No matter how strong her physique or talent, he had confidence.
In the end, after a storm of inner conflict,
Tang Song’s rationality was drowned by desire, his mind flooded with yellow-tinted energy.
With Anne’s gasp, the two tumbled onto the bed.
Soft light spilled over their bodies.
Clothes scattered across the floor, the air thick with heat.
Anne’s voice gradually turned hoarse, tinged with disbelief.
“Where did you learn that?”
“You’re amazing!”
“Oh! God!”