novelraw Chapter 545: Three!
Chapter 545: Three!
The office door closed gently with a soft yet clear "click."
The bubbly figure of the junior schoolmate disappeared from view, leaving behind a faint fragrance lingering in the air.
Tang Song sat down on the sofa in the lounge area and opened the system interface.
Checked the details of the title 【Popular Me】.
【While wearing this title, every new follower on your commonly used social media accounts will grant you a cash reward equal to 100x their value.】
【Current cash reward: ¥3,680,200 (Total: ¥36,153,200)】
Xiaohongshu followers: 37,187.
Douyin followers: 310,390.
Without any active content management for two months, and hardly posting anything new, the two platforms still naturally gained 36.8K new followers.
Of that, Douyin contributed over 30K+, while Xiaohongshu only added fewer than 5K.For an average person, this would be a set of impressively exciting data.
But for the current Tang Song, it didn’t mean much anymore.
¥3.68 million?
To him now, it wasn’t even worth mentioning—just enough to buy his girlfriends a car.
He tapped “Withdraw” casually.
A bank transfer notification soon chimed.
The system balance bar updated accordingly.
【Balance: ¥100 million (Investment fund: ¥504.5 million)】
His previous balance had been just over ¥96 million, and with this ¥3 million+ added, it conveniently hit a nice round milestone.
"Looks better now." Tang Song chuckled softly, his tone laced with amusement and emotion.
He took out his phone and opened the Xiaohongshu app he hadn’t touched in a while.
The homepage notification bar was a sea of red “99+”—likes, comments, and @mentions were all maxed out.
These days, he rarely opened this app on his own initiative, only checking it on a whim.
As for how he knew Yao Lingling liked that La Mer limited edition gift set—of course, that came from his “mole.”
Zhang Jiahong and Li Shumin often messaged him—sometimes to say hi, sometimes for gossip, but mostly to share “what Lingling’s been thinking lately.”
He opened his profile page.
The latest post was from over a month ago—a simple gym log and meal photos,
and he hadn’t even shown his face.
Scrolling up took him to the historic post from three months ago: “100 Days of Taking Advice: Done!”
That was his first complete summary of his transformation journey, and also the point where he truly pulled off a “nobody’s comeback” in the online world.
Tang Song seemed to be pulled by some emotion as he continued scrolling down.
Day 95... Day 76... Day 42... Day 6...
Finally, “Day 1,” his very first post.
【Disappointed in myself at 25. Seeking transformation. Open to advice.】
The main image was what he used to look like.
Looking at that familiar yet unfamiliar photo—of a chubby young man wearing a mask—
Tang Song’s eyes went slightly unfocused, a surreal sense of déjà vu washing over him.
He initially posted to harness the power of netizens to help a shut-in like him boost his physical appeal.
Along the way, he shared his changes, received praise and encouragement, and gradually became better.
The reason he chose “fashion live-stream e-commerce” as his startup was deeply influenced by this experience.
He clicked into that first post.
Likes: 16K+, Saves: 5K+, Comments: 8K+.
The comment section included early teasing and suggestions, later sentiments and encouragement, and many who, inspired by his story, rekindled their determination and began changing themselves.
To be honest, he really did feel a sense of accomplishment.
Because what he showed on Xiaohongshu was also his real self—a part of who he truly was.
To be seen, understood, and remembered.
From this account, he saw the most direct expression of “influence” and the outward reflection of his charm.
Of course, given his current identity and status, becoming a high-exposure internet celebrity was clearly no longer appropriate.
And the system’s mission clearly didn’t intend for him to genuinely pursue the traffic route.
Besides, even if Xiaohongshu had 100K fans, Douyin had a million, their combined influence and fame—on a societal level—still only amounted to a mid-tier influencer, a mid-level KOL.
Not to mention, the two accounts didn’t share a persona, nor were they managed in any coordinated way.
If he really wanted to chase so-called exposure or fame, he could just reveal his assets: a 26-year-old billionaire, founder of Qingning Tech, Tangzong Entertainment, Rongliu Investment...
That would absolutely shock the world and take the internet by storm.
Or just interact with A-list celebs and top influencers, like female megastar Bei Yuwei.
But the 【In the Spotlight】 mission forbade the use of any unconventional means; it had to be authentic and align with the account’s tone.
It likely wanted him to deepen his understanding and mastery of how “fame” and “influence” worked through showcasing a “slice of his charm.”
For him, this was an intriguing experience.
Composing his thoughts, Tang Song stood and walked behind his desk, opened his computer, and started making a serious plan.
He still intended to manage the two accounts separately—even their usernames would be distinct.
After all, their personas and tones were entirely different.
The Xiaohongshu account would continue its original inspirational theme, holding onto the core concept of “taking advice and transforming.”
In fact, most accounts of this type would switch to fashion, beauty, or weight loss content once the transformation arc was “complete.”
However, such transitions often led to a significant loss of loyal followers.
Why? Because fans followed not just to see the results, but to participate in the transformation journey.
It’s like a fun “character development game,” where fans become “cyber advisors,” offering ideas and witnessing each step of growth and change.
Once the character arc ends, immersion fades, and so does appeal.
Of course, these influencers know that staying in the “transformation arc” brings more traffic, but the problem is—they’ve run out of things to transform.
But Tang Song was different!
He wasn’t just a small influencer—he was an entrepreneur with limitless potential.
And the perfect brand to pair with his account was none other than 【HEYISTUDIO】 under Songmei Fashion.
The brand had just been created—its visual identity and logo freshly designed, and the first batch of clothing wasn’t even released yet.
Everything was still at the starting line, and the public knew almost nothing about it.
Which made it the perfect “nobody brand.”
He could completely share the brand-building process on Xiaohongshu, letting his “cyber shareholders” join in and give feedback.
The “digital heartthrob” raised by the internet, now stepping into the world of brand entrepreneurship.
A very interesting direction and storyline.
This way, not only could he continue the core logic of “taking advice and transforming,” he could also let fans take part in the brand’s growth.
From visual design to product development to marketing—every step could be turned into content to engage and spark discussion.
For these “cyber shareholders,” it would be an entirely new kind of development game.
And little did they know—the “virtual pet” they raised was actually a walking cheat code.
Thinking of that, the corners of Tang Song’s lips curled.
Who doesn’t have a bit of vanity?
Especially those early “advisors” who witnessed his transformation—it’d be fun to shock them a bit.
He suddenly understood Xiao Xue a little more.
No wonder she was already “Accomplished and Renowned” and still persisted in filming videos daily on Douyin and Xiaohongshu.
As for the Douyin account—
He had always maintained a “city heartthrob” persona.
Fingerstyle guitar, manga hands, luxury sports cars, upscale penthouses, bespoke outfits...
His style: visual impact + results showcase + viral content.
Compared to Xiaohongshu’s interactive and developmental tone, Douyin prioritized fast-paced, high-impact hits—making it easier and more straightforward to manage.
Although the system prohibited “unconventional follower boosts,” it didn’t stop him from creating viral content through normal methods.
Like the newly acquired Lamborghini SVJ63, or that showy, flaunting girlfriend—Luna.
He didn’t even need to show his face to generate eye-catching viral clips.
Tang Song opened the Douyin app and found “Luna” in his following list.
Hadn’t checked in a while—Xiao Xue’s follower count had already surpassed the one-million mark, making her a legitimate top-tier influencer, with a persona built around the “elite, financially savvy white-rich-beauty.”
Gotta admit—Xiao Xue’s personality, looks, and aura fit the current internet aesthetic perfectly.
She knew how to present herself, and excelled at using camera work to convey a refined lifestyle.
He’d drag her over later to film a few traffic-driving videos together—the results would be explosive.
After watching Xiao Xue’s short videos for a while, Tang Song stood up from his chair and stretched, sunlight pouring through the floor-to-ceiling windows.
Outside, the city was a picture of prosperity, skyscrapers packed tightly, the skyline striking against a backdrop of blue skies and white clouds.
Speaking of which—today was Shen Yuyan’s first day on the job.
He wondered how she and Xiao Xue were getting along?
Both were selected by 【Low Whispers of Humanity】—each with vivid personalities and unique charm.
Now that they were working together—what kind of sparks would fly?
Tang Song couldn’t help but feel a bit curious.
In truth, part of why he assigned Shen Yuyan the title of “assistant” wasn’t just for practical work—it also had a bit of a mischievous edge.
After all, boring work always needed a little fun to spice things up.
...
Rongliu Investment.
“Shirley, your custom personal business cards have been sent to print. They should be ready by next Monday.”
“Okay, thank you.”
As the company admin left, Shen Yuyan turned her gaze to the upper right corner of her semi-open workspace.
On the glass wall, a brand-new metal nameplate gleamed subtly in the sunlight.
Name: Shirley (Shen Yuyan)
Position: Special Assistant to Chairman
Department: Direct to President’s Office
Due to the unique nature of her position, her department—like Lin Muxue’s—was under the President’s Office.
What made her uncomfortable was that Lin Muxue wasn’t just the Executive Assistant, but also the actual office manager at the moment.
She had already been granted access to Rongliu Capital’s internal systems, including: OA, email, video conferencing, etc.
It was clear that, within the business flow, certain stages required Lin Muxue’s approval.
Raising her wrist to check the time, Shen Yuyan began walking toward the employee lounge area.
It was just about afternoon tea time now—a perfect opportunity to expand her network.
After two turns, a bright and tidy beverage bar came into view.
Fruit platters, delicate pastries, snack baskets, a fresh-ground coffee machine, and chilled juices were all neatly arranged on the counter.
The air was filled with the faint aroma of coffee, mixed with the soft murmurs and laughter of employees, making the atmosphere feel particularly warm and lively.
Shen Yuyan picked up a glass of orange juice, her gaze quickly locking onto Lin Muxue’s position.
She was holding a steaming latte, chatting and laughing gracefully in the midst of several mid-to-senior level managers, looking poised and confident.
Shen Yuyan had already reviewed the employee directory, so she naturally recognized most of the people there.
They were either department heads or project leads—all highly important colleagues.
A slight smile tugged at Shen Yuyan’s lips as she walked toward the group.
Just then, Lin Muxue seemed to sense her presence and turned to look.
Their eyes met, and it felt as if a subtle ripple passed through the air.
Shen Yuyan showed no sign of discomfort, still wearing a poised smile as she stepped lightly to the edge of the group.
“Luna...”
Just as she began to speak the other’s name, Lin Muxue gently raised her hand to interrupt.
“Shirley, go take a break for now. We’ll chat later.”
She then turned her attention back to the conversation with the nearby colleagues, smiling brightly, her demeanor composed.
Her tone and manner made it feel as if she were assigning tasks to a subordinate.
A few of those around exchanged glances, silently sharing a knowing look before naturally shifting their attention back to Lin Muxue, resuming their discussion centered around her.
Shen Yuyan stood there, the corner of her mouth twitching slightly. Her fingers tightened momentarily around the juice glass, then loosened.
But she quickly adjusted her expression and said in a gentle tone, “Alright, you’re busy. I’ll go have a look around.”
With that, she turned toward another small circle by the refreshments, her steps light but not lacking in presence. “Hello, everyone, I’m Shirley, just joined today...”
With her impressive poise and articulate manner, Shen Yuyan quickly blended in, bridging the distance with a few light jokes.
After some casual conversation, she successfully exchanged contact details with a few of the colleagues.
As afternoon tea came to an end, everyone gradually returned to their desks.
Shen Yuyan walked a few steps toward the President’s Office, when suddenly she heard footsteps behind her, accompanied by a faint perfume scent.
Next moment, Lin Muxue strode up beside her, her long legs carrying her with grace.
“Luna.” Shen Yuyan greeted her with a smile.
Lin Muxue nodded slightly, “Sorry, Shirley, the conversation earlier was pretty important. Didn’t get a chance to greet you—hope you’re not upset?”
“Heh, why would I be?” Shen Yuyan tugged at her arm affectionately, her tone layered with meaning, “I’m not that petty. I really do see you as a friend.”
Lin Muxue’s eyes flickered, but she said nothing more.
The two walked together for a bit. As they neared the Executive Assistant’s office—
Lin Muxue suddenly tilted her head slightly and said with a pleasant smile, “We really should have had a little welcome dinner for you joining us. After all, you’re my friend too—everyone would have shown up for sure.”
She paused briefly, then shrugged casually, her tone light: “But President Tang asked me to go shopping with him tomorrow, so I’m getting a full-body treatment tonight... maybe next time.”
With that, her pace noticeably quickened.
Swaying her slim waist and perky hips, she strutted into her office like a runway model.
Watching her provocatively swaying back, Shen Yuyan gave a cold “hmph”, her expression turning unpleasant.
Normally, for someone joining as the Chairman’s assistant, some department heads would definitely host a welcome dinner.
It was a chance for her.
But from the looks of it, Lin Muxue had deliberately sabotaged it behind the scenes.
And even made sure to highlight her date with Tang Song.
Suddenly, Shen Yuyan’s expression turned strange.
She clearly remembered—her best friend Xu Qing had bragged just yesterday that Tang Song had asked her out for a Saturday shopping and movie date, and even gifted her a new outfit.
This... could it be that Tang Song was playing time management?
Was President Tang playing time management?
One in the morning, one in the afternoon?
Fine, whatever, it’s not like it’s my turn anyway.
Back at her desk, Shen Yuyan refocused her attention on her computer screen.
Adjusting her posture, she tapped the keyboard lightly, beginning to systematically sort through Rongliu Capital’s internal resources and access rights.
She studied the company’s organizational chart closely, focusing on each department’s core functions and key personnel responsibilities.
She went through major employees’ backgrounds one by one—from education to work history to past performance.
Logging into financial databases (Wind, Capital IQ), she filtered for all research reports related to Yimai Tech.
She flagged key timeline markers mentioned in those reports.
Then she built a work memo, sorting tasks by priority to fully prepare for upcoming work.
As night fell, the office gradually quieted down on this Friday afternoon, with employees chatting in pairs and groups as they left.
Shen Yuyan remained at her desk, still fully immersed in her work.
“Bzzzz—” her phone buzzed, snapping her out of focus.
【Wang Gui: “Yuyan, I’ve found the info on Du Shaokai. It’s in the attached file.”】
【Wang Gui: DuShaokai.doc】
Shen Yuyan quickly replied with a thank-you emoji, then opened the document, her eyes scanning the contents.
Since they were both alumni of Yan City University of Technology, Du Shaokai’s background wasn’t hard to track down.
He had just left Jinxiu Trading before the holiday and joined one of Yan City’s top IT companies, Lingruan Technology, after the break.
Due to limited experience and skills, he was currently just a regular employee, still in his probation period.
Shen Yuyan was no stranger to Lingruan Tech.
This company was a major player in Yan City’s IT scene—and one of its shareholders, Huang Yangming, had “history” with her.
Huang Yangming was an independent investor who also owned a housekeeping services company—half a peer in the field.
He had shown strong interest in Youhuo Housekeeping and nearly closed an investment deal.
But he was a textbook petty man, and the cooperation ultimately fell apart.
Not only did he use due diligence to obtain tons of sensitive info, he even submitted a ridiculously unreasonable and insulting term sheet.
After being rejected, he poached several key members from Youjie Housekeeping and made plenty of disrespectful remarks about her.
Shen Yuyan remembered all of it.
But for now, her target was just Du Shaokai.
As for revenge—she already had a plan taking shape.
She would activate her HR network over the weekend, and leverage her identity as Special Assistant to the Chairman at Rongliu Capital to get in touch with senior execs at Lingruan Tech.
For a probationary employee, getting terminated was just a matter of lifting a finger. Surely, no one would offend her over such an expendable role.
The only shame was that she had just joined the company and hadn’t built up enough of a social network yet.
If only she were like Lin Muxue, who could easily bring along several influential and resource-rich colleagues to attend—
The results would be far more effective, no doubt.
Her eyes flickered slightly.
She opened WeChat and found the chat with Youjing.
Her fingertip tapped the screen lightly, leaving a message: “Xiao Jing, it’s the weekend tomorrow, are you free at noon? Let’s have lunch and chat.”
Tian Jing wasn’t just Tang Song’s girlfriend—she was also the precious daughter of You Chengye, a top-tier heiress in Yan City.
As one of the shareholders of Lingruan Technology, You Chengye didn’t hold a large stake, but his status and influence were not to be underestimated.
With Tian Jing accompanying her, this visit would no doubt go much smoother.
“Chew chew chew—”
【Tian Jing: “Sorry, I have a date with my boyfriend tomorrow. A very, very important one.”】
Reading that message, Shen Yuyan’s eyes widened a bit.
D**n! Three?!
One in the morning, one in the afternoon, and one at night?!
President Tang, you sure are busy!
She hesitated for a moment, then tentatively replied: “What about in the evening?”
Xu Qing said she might not be coming back that night, so Tian Jing should be free then.
【Tian Jing: “Probably not~ Haven’t seen him in a while, of course we’ll be having dinner and watching a movie together in the evening.”】
Na-ni? (0∞0m)!
Shen Yuyan’s brain buzzed, her eyes full of shock and disbelief.
......
Yanjing Huating, luxury flat.
Xiao Jing curled up on the sofa, nibbling on fruit while replying to her WeChat messages.
She was wearing an oversized T-shirt with hot pants underneath, her long, slender legs fully exposed—looking effortlessly sexy and relaxed.
Seven straight days of work exhaustion were finally being released this weekend.
Just thinking about spending time with Brother Tang Song tomorrow made her toes unconsciously tap the edge of the sofa.
The only thing she was slightly disappointed about—
The “date outfit” Tang Song gave her was just a basic shirt and jeans.
But... of course she had her own little tricks to let her boyfriend feel how “sincerely sorry” she was.
As her mind wandered...
Tap, tap, tap— Heavy footsteps came from the entrance.
Xiao Jing immediately sat up straight and greeted sweetly, “Daddy, did you eat?”
“I did.” Tian Chengye slumped down onto the sofa across from her, his tie hanging loose, the lingering smell of smoke clinging to him. His brows were furrowed, showing clear fatigue.
Xiao Jing raised her brows slightly, her tone mildly reproachful, “Smoking again? Dr. Wang warned you just last week—you have to quit!”
Tian Chengye gave an awkward laugh and waved his hand, “Just one now and then, no big deal.”
Xiao Jing pouted but didn’t press the issue. She knew her father had been under a lot of pressure lately.
She picked up a peeled orange from the coffee table and handed it to him, her voice gentle: “Here, have some fruit first.”
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“By the way, I’ve been so busy lately I haven’t asked—how are things going with Tangyi Precision?”
“Pretty great!” Xiao Jing smiled sweetly, “The employees under me are all cooperative, and the higher-ups are super supportive too. Everything’s going smoothly.”
“That’s good.” You Chengye nodded, a satisfied smile on his face.
After a few more questions about her work, his tone suddenly shifted, probing carefully, “Jingjing, your 23rd birthday is next month, right?”
“Mm-hmm, yeah.” Xiao Jing blinked, a little puzzled as she looked at her father. “Why are you suddenly bringing that up?”
Tian Chengye hesitated for a moment and said, “Well... I might invite some friends to your birthday party. You don’t mind, do you?”
Hearing that, Xiao Jing instantly became alert. She leaned forward slightly, her gaze sharp: “I swear, Old Comrade You—are you trying to introduce me to some ‘young and promising’ men again? I have a boyfriend, okay?”
“Wha—how could I!” Tian Chengye waved his hands frantically, his face full of innocence. “You know my current situation isn’t ideal. I just wanted to use the opportunity to invite a few partners and clients, build relationships, relieve some pressure. That’s all, I swear!”
Hmph! Xiao Jing snorted coldly, clearly not fully buying it.
She snatched the half-eaten orange from his hand and popped it into her own mouth, using action to show her displeasure. “Do whatever you want! But I’m telling you now—Tang Song is definitely going to be with me that day!”
Turning 23 meant a lot to her.
She had already planned to wear her most beautiful outfit that day, to dress herself up like a flawless anime heroine.
And after the banquet—that’s when the real climax would begin...
She wanted to stand before the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the entire city, in the cool night breeze, and be completely dominated by Lord Tang Song, receiving his merciless punishment.
That was the “iconic moment” she had long anticipated.
Just imagining the possibilities made a seductive blush spread rapidly across Xiao Jing’s fair cheeks, her legs unconsciously rubbing together lightly.