Forcing Me to Be a Godly Tycoon, Right?-Chapter 994 - 398: Zhang Yuqi Comes Knocking!
Lin Qingci had no choice but to say, "Really, there's no need. I... I brought a backup."
Zhang Jingdong instantly lifted his head, looking at Lin Qingci meaningfully, "Did you really bring a backup?"
Lin Qingci glared at Zhang Jingdong half embarrassed and half annoyed, "Who told you to be so bold? I had no choice... no choice but to prepare."
Zhang Jingdong immediately leaned in and gave Lin Qingci a doting kiss, "What kind did you prepare? Let me take a look?"
Lin Qingci couldn't take it anymore, "You rascal! No way!"
"You better prepare for the interview, otherwise you might not finish it today!"
Zhang Jingdong saw this, knowing this was her limit for today, and immediately said, "Alright, let's leave it at that for now."
"When you come back from the restroom, let them come to my office one by one."
He said, hooking her chin with his hand, then jumped off the desk and left the office.
Lin Qingci let out a long sigh, glanced down, and then got up and went to the restroom.
...
Zhang Jingdong waited about ten minutes in his office when there was a knock at the door.
He immediately looked up and said, "Come in!"
The door was pushed open, and a tall, slim girl with simple elegance and classical beauty came in.
Clearly a female college student.
Her eyebrows and eyes showed a very evident innocence, untainted by society's negative influences.
Moreover, she was the target candidate. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮
"Name: Jiang Lai, Appearance: 93 points, Temperament: 95 points, Skills: 97 points, Comprehensive Score: 95 points."
Zhang Jingdong's heart skipped a beat.
Jiang Lai looked a bit surprised when she saw Zhang Jingdong, clearly taken aback by his overly youthful appearance.
"Hello, is this Mr. Zhang's office?"
"Target candidate actively engages the host in conversation, rewards 10,000 yuan."
Zhang Jingdong joked, "Don't worry, you're not in the wrong place, I'm Mr. Zhang."
Jiang Lai was somewhat in disbelief.
Zhang Jingdong casually said, "I'm already 30, just appear young, have a seat."
Jiang Lai, still not quite convinced, obediently approached and sat opposite Zhang Jingdong.
"Start with a brief self-introduction."
"...Okay, my name is Jiang Lai, I'm 22 years old and a student at Jiangdu Foreign Language University, in my senior year."
"You're about to graduate then."
"Mm."
"You didn't consider a typical job but want to become an internet celebrity. I'm just curious, do you want fame or money?"
Jiang Lai paused, a bit embarrassed, "I... I want to earn money."
"I actually found a job before, but it doesn't pay much. My family situation is difficult, so I need to earn more."
Zhang Jingdong realized and continued, "You are interviewing for a beauty influencer position?"
Jiang Lai paused and shook her head.
"No, I'm interviewing for a food-related position."
Zhang Jingdong was surprised, "Are you good at taking food photos, or at cooking?"
"Cooking."
"What cuisine are you skilled in?"
"...Home cooking."
Jiang Lai seemed guilty and added, "Although I can't cook the expensive dishes, my home-cooked dishes should be... okay."
Zhang Jingdong took another careful look and asked, "Where's your hometown?"
"Wuyuan, Shangrao, Gan Province."
"Wuyuan?" Zhang Jingdong laughed, "The rapeseed flowers there are beautiful!"
Jiang Lai's eyes shone with interest, "Have you been there?"
Zhang Jingdong nodded, "I visited once by chance, the scenery there is breathtaking, I can't forget it."
Jiang Lai's smile grew more natural upon hearing this.
Zhang Jingdong then asked, "When did you start learning to cook? And who taught you?"
"I started cooking in elementary school, taught by my grandmother."
"Do you know any local specialties or snacks, things not commonly seen elsewhere?"
Jiang Lai paused and replied, "Yes, like Stir-fried Head Lantana with Dried Fragrant Bean Curd, Black Rice, Steamed Bracken, and Wild Chive Fried Eggs, Wild Water Celery Fried Bacon."
Zhang Jingdong nodded thoughtfully, "How many people are there in your family?"
Jiang Lai's eyes dimmed slightly, "Besides me, there's only my grandmother and younger sister now."
Seeing the sadness in Jiang Lai's eyes, Zhang Jingdong didn't continue the topic, instead saying, "Have you considered working back home?"
"Of course." Jiang Lai pursed her lips, "But I've tried, and jobs back home don't pay much."
"My sister isn't well, I need money for her medical bills, relying on those wages it might take many years to support her."
Seeing Jiang Lai's hesitation, Zhang Jingdong then said, "You have passed the interview, let's do this, prepare yourself these days, and take me to your hometown in three days."
"Firstly, I want to taste your home cooking and, secondly, see your living conditions back there."
Seeing Jiang Lai slightly hesitant, he continued, "Because I want to create a persona for you as a fresh beauty living in the mountains, cooking, loving family, and embracing nature."
"Once you fully pass my interview, your monthly salary will be 6,000 yuan.
"Then when your followers reach 10,000, your salary will increase to 10,000 yuan a month."
