I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2303 - 1462: Double Blessings Arrive

"Twenty billion?"

Shi Qianxi, certainly not one to be ungrateful, came to express her thanks to her "benefactor" after successfully winning the bid.

Jiang Chen was somewhat taken aback by the winning bid price.

While industrial land is indeed less expensive than commercial land due to differing attributes, a price of twenty billion was quite astonishing.

Typically, that plot should have been valued between twenty-six and twenty-eight billion.

"The subsequent construction and production from the new factory will create hundreds of thousands of jobs, generating a significant ripple effect for related industries. We must consider the long-term benefits. The government isn't a convenience store relying on land sales for revenue; they wouldn't be concerned with immediate, minor gains."

"..."

Quite an optimistic outlook.

Aligns perfectly with the core message.

Jiang Chen had no words, merely exclaiming, "You truly excel at exploiting loopholes."

Shi Qianxi casually responded, "Conducting business necessitates understanding how to reasonably leverage the established rules."

Spoken with such conviction.

Is this an act of gratitude or a lecture?

Jiang Chen shook his head with a smile, raising his glass. "Though the path was somewhat uneven, you are at least living your dream. Congratulations."

A smile touched Shi Qianxi’s lips as she finally recognized who was instrumental in her triumph. She clinked her glass against his and asked, "Tell me, how would you like me to express my gratitude?"

Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow, appearing genuinely surprised. "Why the sudden politeness?"

"Why? Was I unreasonable before?"

What do you think?

Jiang Chen took a sip of his drink. "In the future, focus on producing better and more affordable cars. That will be thanks enough."

What defines a true man?

What constitutes a truly handsome individual?

Shi Qianxi seemed captivated by Boss Jiang’s present charisma, her gaze fixed upon him. "Could you possibly dial back on the coolness?"

Indeed, the increasingly charismatic Jiang Chen offered a silent, knowing smile.

Men.

They age like fine wine, growing more flavorful with time.

Compared to now, that young man studying at East University back then, while perhaps ahead of his peers, was still undeniably immature.

"I will pour my heart into my cars. After all, do you think I invested a thousand billion purely for amusement? I'm not like you."

Shi Qianxi spoke slowly, "In any case, what I owe you will eventually be yours."

Oh, my.

Jiang Chen truly hadn't anticipated this, especially from someone who had once uttered the famous words, "Why repay a debt incurred through skill?" Those words had deeply astonished the less worldly Jiang Chen back then. Her current demeanor was a stark, surprising contrast.

"Then perhaps take a portion of the billions you've saved as repayment? What do you say?"

Jiang Chen played along. Since she was insistent on showing gratitude, he couldn't very well refuse.

Certainly.

A token gesture should suffice.

"Can you not be so crass? Do you genuinely lack funds? Tsk, try not to be so materialistic, alright?"

Jiang Chen looked genuinely perplexed, his gaze blankly fixed on her.

Crass?

Weren't you the one eager to express your thanks?

Could it be that he was taking this too seriously, and she was merely putting on an act?

"Change your request."

Shi Qianxi said, taking a sip of her drink, offering a subtle hint.

"What kind of request should I make?"

Jiang Chen tentatively inquired, nodding along, showing quick learning but still missing the point.

Shi Qianxi offered no further clarification, simply stating, "Figure it out yourself."

Figure it out myself?

Figure out what?

How am I supposed to figure this out?

Jiang Chen felt utterly devoid of inspiration.

"Speak up."

The shapely leg beneath the table gave him a light nudge, thankfully without the sharp heel.

Jiang Chen remained unable to align with her train of thought. "Let me mull it over. I’ll let you know when something comes to mind."

"Absolutely not."

Shi Qianxi was insistent. "Tell me now."

Is this a gesture of gratitude or a demand for payment?

Jiang Chen offered a wry smile, a dawning realization upon him. He took another sip of his drink and sighed. "Why don't you simply tell me what condition you'd prefer I request?"

Shi Qianxi immediately shot him a glare. The leg under the table prodded him once more. She bit her lip slightly. "You're truly just like Yue Buqun, such a hypocrite."

"..."

Jiang Chen was left speechless, utterly bewildered.

What did he say? What did he do?

How did he suddenly become a hypocrite?

Seeing him continue his act, Shi Qianxi saw no need to maintain the pretense any longer. After all, they had already crossed certain boundaries; there was no point in acting coy.

"In those typical TV dramas, how do women usually express their gratitude?"

Jiang Chen’s eyes seemed to question, "How do they express it?"

Shi Qianxi's gaze seemed as if it could carve a piece off his face, yet she remained resolute in clarifying matters of gratitude and resentment. It appeared she had come to Apang Palace ready, determined that this debt of gratitude must be repaid, no matter the cost.

Director Shi remained silent, picking up the phone on the table. She opened a short video application, searched for a video clip, and then pushed the phone towards Jiang Chen.

The video presented a segment from a historical drama.

And it depicted a rather classic scenario.

"Great lord, for your immense kindness, this humble woman has nothing to offer in return. If the lord does not mind, this humble woman is willing to offer herself, to become a cow or a horse, and serve the lord for a lifetime..."

Many lines within this dialogue could be disregarded.

Such as becoming a cow or a horse.

The crucial part consisted of merely four words.

Offer herself.

Jiang Chen finally understood, and a twitch appeared at the corner of his lips.

Fine.

There was no issue with offering herself.

However, the core problem was: could she not have chosen a different clip?

--Did she really have to use the scenario of "selling oneself to bury one's father" as an example?

"Did you see it clearly?"

Shi Qianxi remarked lazily. Her mother, Meng Meiling, was a devout Buddhist, but she herself was not, thus she harbored no such reservations.

Jiang Chen wiped a bead of sweat from his forehead, quickly closed the video, and then returned the phone.

"In ancient times, this was considered gratitude, but nowadays, it's illegal and could lead to administrative detention."

These words were entirely accurate.

Selling oneself to bury one's father certainly involved monetary transactions, and once money changed hands, the subsequent actions were difficult to predict. It was quite possible the police might invite them for a friendly chat.

"Stop talking nonsense."

Shi Qianxi ignored his rambling, firmly grasping the main point, "I, Shi Qianxi, have never liked owing favors."

She was drawing a parallel to this 'Blood Guanyin' assistance.

But...

You dislike owing favors?

You're truly aiming for a "double blessing," aren't you!

Shi Qianxi was aggressive and determined.

Could he possibly call the police in this situation?

Just as Mr. Jiang was being cornered, a server hurried over.

"Mr. Jiang."

"Speak."

The server bowed and spoke softly, "The boss lady has arrived."

Jiang Chen's pupils constricted.

Boss lady?

He had many female acquaintances, but the "boss lady" of Apang Palace was singular.

"Alright."

Fortunately, he possessed sufficient emotional resilience to remain calm. He nodded and casually said to Shi Qianxi, "I have a matter to attend to, please wait here."

Unaware of the unfolding situation, Director Shi, being reasonable, understood that the night was still young and sensibly responded, "Go ahead."