Boss Lu: A reborn life is destined to be without regrets!
Chapter 153 - 129. Xiao Lu, a successful candidate in the imperial examinations_2

Chapter 153: 129. Xiao Lu, a successful candidate in the imperial examinations_2

As a former boss who had seen great heights in his previous life, he understood the primary method of managing risks.

That was:

—Never play a game where you cannot bear the worst outcome, no matter how low the probability of that worst outcome might be.

Therefore, investment should remain an investment, and speculation should remain speculation, he certainly wouldn’t recommend Zhou Sinin to take this risk as well.

"Hmph, wait until you lose money, then you’ll be crying."

Zhou Sinin’s eyes twinkled, and she did not persuade him further.

In her view, Lu Jincheng did indeed have the confidence and capital to use this money for speculation.

Moreover, having known him for so long, Zhou Sinin had yet to see him suffer a loss in anything.

Except for that birthday when Guan Guan had firmly pressed a piece of cake onto his face...

Two million, was that a lot for Mr. Lu?

Just this coffee shop alone made him nearly two hundred thousand a month!

Furthermore, Lu Jincheng had other sources of income at the moment.

According to what he had just said, the revenue from Golden Stone Media could be described as skyrocketing.

The media company had already moved past the time when Mou Keyan single-handedly carried the main load.

Having signed music talent, dance talent, and even a few cheerful, articulate outdoor talents, everyone was contributing to the company in different ways.

Mosquitoes might be small, but they’re still meat, and everyone was contributing to the company in different degrees.

Moreover, Lu Jincheng’s recent trip to Hang City was very fruitful.

After acquiring 15% of the shares of the night study room, his cash flow was healthily glowing.

That was definitely an upstart in the industry, a blockbuster Taobao store with sales close to one hundred thousand orders a month!

After deducting various expenses, his monthly profits from the night study room alone could reach six figures.

Of course, the division was next month’s business; by then, his own store would have started up as well.

"What do you plan to name your new store?"

Thinking of this, Zhou Sinin couldn’t help but ask curiously.

"Tanhua Customization."

Lu Jincheng smiled and spoke four words.

He had long thought of a name for the Taobao store.

This name was to augment strengths and eliminate weaknesses, refining the crude out of the top 30 internet-famous fashion store names from his previous life, most of which had names revolving around custom, ’family’, or STUDIO.

This year, many Taobao store names were still very circumspect, far from the simple and clear style of many years later.

Naturally, Mr. Lu wanted to maintain an opportunistic approach, drawing on experience!

After much thought, the name "Tanhua Customization" was successfully forged and he confirmed it.

At the same time, there was also an accompanying English store name.

—Nineone STUDIO.

Xie Yujia had written this name in the contract, which had already been authorized by Mr. Lu, and the new store was busily under preparation.

"Tanhua?"

Zhou Sinin blinked, a bit surprised, "What, are you planning to take imperial exams? It sounds quite artistic."

There was no talk of a ’Little x Tanhua’ these days.

She naturally didn’t know the real meaning behind the pun of Tanhua.

"Tanhua is a very realistic name, unisex, exploring beauty, pursuing beauty, recording beauty."

Lu Jincheng explained with a smile.

"Alright..."

Zhou Sinin nodded in agreement, then suddenly remembered something, "Then you better work hard to explore beauty!"

"If you really design beautiful clothes in the future, I won’t have to worry every season about what to buy."

Looking at the sincere expression on Zhou Sinin’s face, Mr. Lu almost couldn’t maintain his composure.

"Alright, I’ll start exploring right away."

The man reached out, helping Zhou Sinin brush her brown hair beside her ear to reveal her sharply defined jawline.

"I’ll aim to cater for your wardrobe from head to toe."

His voice was gentle.

"That won’t do! Wearing the same style all the time would be too monotonous."

Zhou Sinin pursed her lips, smiling gently. Her dimples were charming and captivating, as if they could absorb all attention.

"Besides, there are some clothes I definitely have to buy myself."

No matter how many styles Tanhua Customization could offer, one would still need to buy their own underwear!

This guy was bragging too much!

Talking about covering from head to toe... wishful thinking.

Zhou Sinin got up, unwrapped the Zhiwei Cake packaging that the man had brought, divided it into portions, and distributed them to the coffee shop staff.

"Come on, everyone share these, a souvenir the boss brought back from Hang City."

"Thank you, Boss~!"

Including Tian Yi, the staff thanked him enthusiastically, their expressions joyful.

"Aren’t you a sweets lover? Why keep so little for yourself..."

Boss Zhou had finished distributing generously, when Lu Jincheng pulled her aside and whispered.

"Ah! I’ve grown up eating these. It’s the thought that counts; I’ll even take a few pieces back to share with my roommate~"

The girl leaned in close to Lu Jincheng, giggling and whispering sweetly in his ear.

"Tsk tsk tsk, giving you a pack of cakes just to pass around, really doing the social rounds."

Lu Jincheng looked at Zhou Sinin’s delicate cheeks, unable to resist teasing her.

"It’s different... It’s fine to share the delicacies I’ve tasted!"

Zhou Sinin spread her hands, looking completely indifferent.

"But if it’s something I truly cherish, I obviously wouldn’t want to give it to anyone else."

"What about Guan Guan?"

Lu Jincheng raised an eyebrow, pressing further.

"Guan Guan?"

Zhou Sinin’s eyes shimmered as they rolled, as if she had never considered this question.

"Uh... Guan Guan isn’t a stranger, she can have it."

"Like my favorite BJD doll from when I was a kid, no matter which relative brought kids over, I wouldn’t let anyone touch it, but later I still gave it to her."

"And like clothes, I really hate it when people copy my style, or mimic my makeup."

"But I rather enjoy wearing matching outfits with Guan Guan when we go out, looking like sisters in the mirror."

After pondering for a few seconds, she spoke again.

"Is she that good?"

Lu Jincheng asked again.

"Friendship is mutual, right? She’s really really good to me too, and besides, I’m her only close friend, she always prefers to give me anything good first."

"It’s stronger than gold; completely unlike how they portray it in Tiny Times."

Lu Jincheng patted her shoulder and gave a thumbs up, sighing.

"Are you silly?"

Zhou Sinin chuckled, her chin lifting slightly as she smiled, blooming like flowers across a mountainside.

"That’s just for novels and movies to highlight conflicts, life-long friends who have grown up together can’t be compared to that."

"People who aren’t compatible wouldn’t stay friends for so many years, and those who get along are comfortable in all aspects, where could there be any tearing apart?"

...

This time, Lu Jincheng didn’t speak, silently sipping his coffee.

He had intended to keep asking, but it was the first time he found himself unable to open his mouth.

"I won’t watch the next Tiny Times no matter what."

After a while, Mr. Lu composed himself and spoke again.

"Don’t say that, we’ve watched the trilogy already, might as well see the last one."

Zhou Sinin smiled and playfully nudged him with her elbow, "I’ll drag you along when the time comes."

"Let it be, go watch it with your sisters."

"We’ll watch it together!"

...

...

The two chatted on and off, watching stocks just like they had at the stock exchange, whiling away the whole morning in the coffee shop.

After having a simple lunch with Zhou Sinin, by the time the markets closed at three o’clock, he had once again won the financial girl’s utmost admiration.

Indeed, Mr. Lu’s trend predictions were incredibly accurate.

Brokerage stocks rose as expected.

Lanshi Heavy Equipment also continued its streak, reaching its eighth upper limit.

All in all.

He and Zhou Sinin had made a killing!

"Now if you predict that trading will be suspended tomorrow, I wouldn’t be surprised."

Zhou Sinin exaggerated for effect, her delicate eyes intently fixed on Lu Jincheng, swirling with surprise and admiration.

"How did you even guess right on the speculations?"

The girl leaned close to Lu Jincheng, scrutinizing him.

"Just randomly buying; it’s nothing to mention."

There he goes again, Mr. Lu putting on airs.

"What do you want for dinner? I’ll treat you to a big meal!"

Zhou Sinin, like a happy little bird, grabbed his arm, swaying it back and forth.

"I’m busy tonight."

"What are you up to?"

The girl frowned.

"Look, the gifts I brought back."

Lu Jincheng pointed to another small bag next to him, one of the pastries having already found a new owner.

"There’s still one more I haven’t given away."