Chapter 244: Forced Into Action

Chapter 244: Chapter 244: Forced Into Action

The next morning, as soon as Yang Chen walked into the PR department carrying a heap of breakfast, he noticed a group of female publicists gathered together, giggling and discussing something excitedly.

Completely ignored, Yang Chen dropped the breakfast on his desk and joined the cluster of women, eliciting a few playful scolds from them.

"Taking advantage of us so early in the morning, Yang Chen, you shameless rascal!" one of the girls said with a blush.

Yang Chen chuckled and "accidentally" brushed his arm against someone, pretending as if nothing had happened.

He carefully peered over at the computer they were all crowding around. On the screen was a PDF document with the title "Jade Bud Entertainment Culture Company Proposal."

Yang Chen asked Zhao Hongyan, who was watching with equal enthusiasm, "Hongyan, what's this all about?"

Zhao Hongyan gave him a sidelong glance, "Can't you read? This is a proposal for a new company."

"A new company?"

"Yes, right now we only have a modeling agency under Jade Bud. Next month, we're formally investing in starting an entertainment culture company. I've heard they'll be signing quite a few famous agents, singers, and actors!" another girl said happily.

"And what does that have to do with you all?" Yang Chen asked.

"How can it not be related to us? If a celebrity I like gets signed, it means they become our colleague. That's a big deal!" one of the girls exclaimed.

Yang Chen laughed, "But isn't this a separate company? Even if they sign someone, they'll be working elsewhere, not in the PR department."

"Hmph, can't we at least fantasize a bit?" the girl retorted in annoyance.

Listening to the group of young female publicists excitedly discussing which stars should be signed, as if they were the ones starting the company, Yang Chen couldn't help but sigh and shake his head.

Meanwhile, Zhang Cai, the practical one, noticed Yang Chen had arrived and immediately located the breakfast. She grabbed a few buns and started munching while chatting with the other women. It seemed married women had a different level of immunity to handsome celebrities.

Yang Chen hadn't expected that Lin Ruoxi, having just defeated the Xu family and Changlin Media to secure the future economic benefits of the new material, would now be gearing up to start an entertainment company. From what Yang Chen knew, such a venture would require substantial funding. Lin Ruoxi was truly making a significant investment.

However, now that the Xu family has been defeated by the Yuan family and is in a state of decline, and with no company in the country capable of competing with Yulei, it's understandable that Lin Ruoxi is venturing into new fields. Given Yulei's prestigious reputation in the fashion industry both in Yanxia and globally, investing in the establishment of an entertainment company would certainly be a golden opportunity, guaranteeing substantial profits. It all depends on how to maximize the returns.

Entrepreneurs are always engaged in a cycle of entrepreneurship followed by investment, and then investing to start new ventures again. It's evident that Lin Ruoxi deeply understands this principle.

Just as the office was buzzing with noise, a slender figure approached the door and coughed coldly at the group of playful female public relations staff.

The female PR staff, as if they had heard an alarm, immediately scampered back to their seats.

Yang Chen turned around to see that it was Wu Yue, Lin Ruoxi's assistant, who had suddenly arrived. With her flat-chested figure and cold expression, she stood out in the crowd.

Seeing Yang Chen holding two knives with a nonchalant expression, Wu Yue frowned slightly, "Yang Chen, come with me."

"Where to?" Yang Chen asked.

"The president's office," Wu Yue replied coldly.

In their eyes, Li Muhua from the Muyun Group was a superstar in the business world. The fact that Yang Chen could "snatch the meat from Li Muhua's mouth" left no doubt about his capabilities. So, Yang Chen's reluctant expression at the moment was seen by them as a humble attitude from someone truly competent, making them even more respectful.

If Yang Chen knew what they were thinking, he might have spit out blood on the spot.

After discussing the matter, Zhao Teng and Wang Jie left the office to prepare for the work of the new company, which would start next week.

Yang Chen didn't leave but approached Lin Ruoxi, speaking softly, "My dear good wife, please spare me. I really have no interest in being a director."

"Why?" Lin Ruoxi asked.

"I don't understand it at all. What kind of director could I be?" Yang Chen said.

Lin Ruoxi responded indifferently, "You can learn. You've managed to learn so many foreign languages; handling some HR and administrative management is not a problem. Besides, Zhao Teng and Wang Jie can handle most of the heavy lifting. You just need to sit in the office, approve some documents, and make a few major decisions. You don't have to worry about other things."

Yang Chen smiled wryly. It did sound like a good job, but he still shook his head. "I prefer working in the PR office."

"Playing games, you mean," Lin Ruoxi said, frowning with dissatisfaction.

"Hehe, Ruoxi darling, you know me so well," Yang Chen said with a playful grin.

Lin Ruoxi bit her lip, seemingly making up her mind. "If you don't follow my instructions and take on the role of director seriously, I'll make your favorite colleagues in PR leave the company!"

"What?" Yang Chen was shocked.

Lin Ruoxi snorted, "Besides Zhao Hongyan, it seems that Liu Mingyu and Zhang Cai also have a good relationship with you, right? If they get fired because you refuse to accept a promotion, how do you think they'd feel?"

This girl is ruthless...

"Do you have to go that far? How can you just fire people at will?" Yang Chen said, feeling aggrieved.

"You should know that I can do even worse things if it means getting you to a higher position. I can be ruthless if needed. Besides, I currently control 90% of Yulei's shares. What can't I do?" Lin Ruoxi said coldly.

Yang Chen looked at Lin Ruoxi with a meaningful gaze. "Are you doing all this for my job? Does this mean you've decided to spend your life with me?"

A hint of panic flashed in Lin Ruoxi's eyes, but it was quickly covered by a cold demeanor. "Making the best use of everything. As for anything else, it depends on your performance."

Yang Chen smiled to himself, and when he looked up again, he agreed, "Alright, if you're not afraid of losing money, I'll take on the role of director."

"Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on things. You can go ahead with your work," Lin Ruoxi seemed to finally relax and added, "The new office location is in the new office building opposite Yulei Tower. I've already bought the top ten floors."

"I have one request," Yang Chen said with a smile.

"Say it quickly," Lin Ruoxi said, a bit uneasy.

"Can I still work part-time in the PR department? I'm quite attached to the girls there," Yang Chen said with a sheepish grin.

Lin Ruoxi's eyes showed a hint of frustration, but to avoid any delays, she steeled her resolve. "Fine, I agree. You can be the director of Yulei Entertainment and also work part-time as a PR staff member."