My Virtual Girlfriend-Chapter 376

From her understanding of charity foundations, the charity foundations of most wealthy people in the country usually had a scale of tens of millions to about one hundred million yuan per year.

After all, the main purpose was to make a good public impression and for advertising.

However, if there were major natural disasters or special events within the country, additional donations would be made.

Only those foundations that solicited donations from the public could reach the scale of several hundred million, and even one billion yuan.

Yet, Chen Yan decided to invest ten billion yuan a year into charity.

At that moment, she felt as if she had truly seen a real philanthropist.

For a moment, she couldn’t contain her emotions, stood up, deeply bowed to Chen Yan, and said, "President Chen, forgive me for my poor attitude earlier."

"But regardless, on behalf of all those charity workers I’ve been in touch with, and all the people who will receive help in the future, I want to say thank you!"

Having said that, when she raised her head, her eyes were brimming with hot tears.

Ever since Chen Yan and Yu Qiao Qiao entered, Yao Hong had maintained a lukewarm demeanor. Chen Yan even thought she was someone with a somewhat stiff facial expression like Yang Rou, so he didn’t mind it.

Now seeing Yao Hong so excited, Chen Yan finally understood all of her psychological activities just now.

For a moment, he didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, quickly pulling Yao Hong to sit down, and then said, "It’s okay, Miss Yao. We’re all here to contribute to the charity cause in our country."

He looked towards Yu Qiao Qiao and tenderly said, "My... girlfriend, she grew up in an orphanage. It was the support of the country and many kind-hearted people that allowed her to grow up healthily."

"Meeting her has been the luckiest part of my life. Therefore, I also want to pass on this love, so that more people can feel the great love of our country and our people."

Hearing Chen Yan’s explanation, Yao Hong finally understood the whole story.

She looked at Yu Qiao Qiao with affection, then said, "You both are good people, and you certainly will receive good karma."

Chen Yan was amused by Yao Hong’s simple expression and chuckled.

As the meal was gradually served in the hotel, the three of them also gradually started to chat.

Yao Hong, reversing her previous coolness, proposed her suggestions with unparalleled enthusiasm and shared her experiences and problems in doing charitable work.

After finishing the meal, she formally accepted the position of Vice Director of the charity foundation, managing the charity foundation with Jiang Nanxing and Yu Qiao Qiao.

As for Yao Hong’s initial indifference towards him, Chen Yan didn’t take it to heart; on the contrary, he felt that Yao Hong was a person with ideals and great love.

He confidently handed over the charity foundation and Yu Qiao Qiao into her care.

The foundation’s place of operation had also been prepared by Chen Yan long ago: the 15th floor of Fenghua Building.

This way, Yu Qiao Qiao could still stay by Chen Yan’s side. If there was any matter with the foundation, it could be directly liaised with the other companies.

Thus far, Fenghua Building had already housed several of Chen Yan’s companies.

The 18th floor housed Chenyu Game Company.

The 17th floor housed Chenlu Film and Television Company and Lu Man’s Celebrity Studio.

The 16th floor held Chen’s Investment Company.

And the 15th floor was home to the Chenyu Charity Fund.

Chen Yan’s business empire continued to expand!

After dinner, Chen Yan and Yao Hong left the private room chatting and laughing, while by this time, Yu Qiao Qiao was already touching her small purse, going to the front desk to settle the bill.

Yu Qiao Qiao, clutching her purse, was pleading with the front desk in a low voice, insisting she wanted to pay for the meal.

The front desk, although unaware of Yu Qiao Qiao’s identity, knew that the table was reserved by their boss. Without the boss’s say-so, she dared not accept the money.

So, for a moment, both of them were at a stalemate.

Not until Chen Yan and Yao Hong came out talking and laughing did Yu Qiao Qiao manage to settle the bill successfully, and she couldn’t help but turn her head to look at Chen Yan pitifully.

Seeing the adorable and Meng Meng expression on her face, Chen Yan could barely contain his laughter. He nodded to the front desk and said, "Let her pay. Give her a 60% discount."

Upon hearing the boss speak, the front desk finally had a backbone and was willing to accept Yu Qiao Qiao’s money.

Yao Hong, looking at Chen Yan and then at Yu Qiao Qiao, who was happily settling the bill, felt that the couple’s mode of interaction was quite interesting.

After leaving the hotel, Yao Hong took a cab home, while Chen Yan walked leisurely home with Yu Qiao Qiao.

Walking along the road, even though Yu Qiao Qiao had been suppressing it, Chen Yan could still feel her exuding happiness from within.

Chen Yan gently took her hand and asked, "What are you so happy about?"

"Ah?" Yu Qiao Qiao turned her head, looking blankly at Chen Yan.

Chen Yan pinched her cheek and asked, "Are you happy that the charity foundation is finally set up, or are you happy that you treated me to a meal?"

Hearing Chen Yan’s question, Yu Qiao Qiao’s face turned shyly red, and she lowered her head.

Just when Chen Yan thought he guessed her thoughts correctly, she whispered, "I’m happy that you can accompany me tonight..."

Chen Yan was momentarily stunned.

He looked at Yu Qiao Qiao, under the streetlight’s glow, her figure cast a lovely halo, giving her an ethereal, painting-like quality.

Chen Yan’s heart skipped a beat and couldn’t help but pull her into his arms, kissing her lightly.

Suddenly kissed by Chen Yan, Yu Qiao Qiao was startled. Her face flushed instantly, flustered about where to put her hands. Although she had grown accustomed to being close with Chen Yan, to be kissed so suddenly in public was still something she wasn’t quite comfortable with.

Fortunately, Chen Yan didn’t kiss her for long. It was only a moment of lips mingling before he pulled away.

But even so, Yu Qiao Qiao’s face remained red as if "steaming" with warmth atop her head...

Chen Yan smiled, took her hand, and led her on the road ahead.

Beneath the streetlights, the reflections of the young couple elongated and gradually merged together, as if they were always meant to be one...

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[Zhao Ying’s favorability: 91] (The little apprentice is diligent in her practice, must be disciplined +2)

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The next day, after work began, Chen Yan called He Mengxue to his office.

After the incident with Headline Technology, He Mengxue’s admiration for Chen Yan had reached a fever pitch.

Only someone who has been in negotiations themselves would understand the despair in negotiating with Headline: they weren’t just dragging things out or being demanding, but simply not negotiating at all, leaving no opening to find a breakthrough.

Yet, Chen Yan managed to turn the situation around under such circumstances and successfully took down Headline Technology.

Therefore, her admiration for Chen Yan had reached a fanatical level.

Seeing He Mengxue’s current demeanor, Chen Yan nodded indifferently, then said, "Since things have been settled with Headline Technology, remember to make the payment on time according to the agreed process between both parties."

He Mengxue hurriedly nodded.

Chen Yan continued, "I had set two targets for you. Besides Headline Technology, remember to talk with Tick Tock Taxi as well. That’s also a good business deal."

Hearing Chen Yan’s words, He Mengxue promptly said, "Rest assured. Leave this to me."

Just as Chen Yan was delegating this to He Mengxue, suddenly, the office door was "knocked" loudly.

Their conversation was interrupted, and Chen Yan looked up and said, "Come in."

The office door opened, and Yang Rou, who had been busy outside for some time, entered.

Today, she was still dressed in her familiar ladies’ suit, wearing black stockings, and high heels, exuding an air of elegance.

As soon as she came in, He Mengxue’s gaze locked onto her.

He Mengxue knew this woman.

She was one of Chen Yan’s most outstanding executives, a single divorcee with a daughter. She had a beautiful appearance, a voluptuous figure, and coupled with her icy and assertive temperament, she easily aroused men’s desire to conquer.

Ever since she began appearing alongside Chen Yan in public view, He Mengxue had heard people complimenting her on her beauty and allure, on how she could easily stir men’s desires, and so on.

Although, in He Mengxue’s investigation, Chen Yan had no relationship with her beyond work, she nevertheless considered her a potential threat.

So, upon seeing Yang Rou enter, she nodded as a greeting and then kept her mind on the other woman.

Seeing He Mengxue in the office, a flash of surprise passed through Yang Rou’s eyes but was quickly concealed. She even voluntarily walked up to Chen Yan, beside He Mengxue, standing shoulder to shoulder with her.

It must be said, Yang Rou’s temperament was similar to He Mengxue’s.

Privately, He Mengxue may be somewhat dissolute and enchanting, but during work, she was serious and didn’t engage in small talk.

Yang Rou, whether privately or professionally, always had an ice-queen CEO vibe.

Therefore, when these two appeared in the same place, it immediately felt like a standoff between two forces.

Chen Yan watched the two women with interest, then asked Yang Rou, "What’s the matter, President Yang?"

Yang Rou gave He Mengxue a cool glance before saying to Chen Yan, "It’s about the progress of the Sunrise project; the government side has made contact."

At this, she stopped and once again glanced at He Mengxue.

Though she didn’t say anything, the implication was clear: should she really discuss this in her presence?

Possibly because of Yang Rou’s undisguised actions, He Mengxue’s eyes narrowed.

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He Mengxue knew this woman.

She was one of Chen Yan’s most outstanding executives, a single divorcee with a daughter. She had a beautiful appearance, a well-developed figure and, coupled with her cold and powerful aura, she especially aroused men’s conquering desire.

Once she followed Chen Yan into the public eye, He Mengxue heard over and over how beautiful and elegant she was, how she could easily ignite men’s desires, and so on.

Although, in He Mengxue’s investigation, there was no relationship between Chen Yan and her beyond work, she still considered her to be a potential threat.

So, waiting until she saw Yang Rou come in, she nodded a greeting and then kept her focus on her.

Yang Rou, upon seeing He Mengxue in the office, had a flicker of surprise in her eyes, which she covered well. She even actively moved in front of Chen Yan, next to He Mengxue, standing shoulder to shoulder with her.

It must be said, Yang Rou’s and He Mengxue’s temperaments were similar.

He Mengxue might seem a bit debauched and charming privately, but when it came to work, she was all seriousness and no jokes.

Yang Rou, whether in private or professional settings, always carried a bit of an ice-queen CEO aura.

Thus, when these two were in the same place, there was immediately a palpable tension.

Chen Yan watched both with interest and then asked Yang Rou, "What’s the matter, President Yang?"

Yang Rou gave He Mengxue a cold look, then said to Chen Yan, "It concerns the progress of the Sunrise project; there’s been contact from the government."

Upon saying this, she paused and looked at He Mengxue again.

Though she hadn’t spoken, her meaning was obvious: with her here, it might not be convenient to talk.

Perhaps because Yang Rou was so open in her manner, He Mengxue’s eyes narrowed slightly.