Chen Cheng also laughed, not expecting him to be capable of joking.

Even if Yu Tu joined, at Company Name he would still have to start from the lowest-level analyst position.

But even so, it would still match his current salary.

"Go join the TMT department and work under General Manager Yu; I won't ask about the salary and such."

"The TMT department will determine your rank; General Manager Gao is also the HR Director at Company Name, so he won't treat you unfairly."

Yu Tu smiled and nodded.

Gao Yue knew about his relationship with Boss Chen.

Now, Chen Cheng had placed him in the TMT department, which had just received a 200 million USD investment.

It went without saying that Gao Yue would give him preferential treatment within the scope of her authority.

After discussing work.

The two of them started talking about technology development trends.

Yu Tu worked at the forefront, and whether it was electronics, materials, energy, or Artificial Intelligence, he understood them all thoroughly, like the back of his hand.

Because of his investments, Chen Cheng also had some understanding of cutting-edge technology in various fields.

Just as they were chatting happily, Yu Tu's phone vibrated for the second time.

Yu Tu picked it up, took a look, and gave Chen Cheng an awkward smile.

The corners of Chen Cheng's mouth curled up, "Answer it. Who knows, maybe you can rekindle the old flame."

Chen Cheng had already seen the name on the caller ID.

It was from Yu Tu's ex-girlfriend, Xia Qing.

Yu Tu nodded with an awkward smile, picked up his phone, and walked over to a tea table further away.

Chen Cheng looked at Yu Tu, who carried the refined aura of an intellectual, and sighed.

His life's trajectory had been completely altered.

Although Chen Cheng felt it was a pity, as this was someone who could have become the youngest chief designer.

But he didn't dwell on it too much.

The world would continue to spin regardless of who left.

After Yu Tu finished his call, Chen Cheng was already holding his laptop, typing away on the recliner.

Qiao Jingjing's breach of contract penalty was a significant amount, and it certainly had to be paid.

But how could Chen Cheng, who was like a Mythical creature known for attracting wealth, actually spend his own money?

In this world where entertainment was desolate, there were plenty of songs, movies, and TV scripts to copy.

Even if he just sold scripts, Chen Cheng could earn back that penalty fee that hadn't even been negotiated yet.

Seeing him walk over, Chen Cheng wore an ambiguous smile, "I originally wanted to have a meal with you. Looks like we'll have to reschedule."

"Go on, major life events are more important."

Yu Tu smiled awkwardly; Xia Qing was on a business trip in City Name and had come to Shanghai specifically to meet him.

Although they had broken up, it wouldn't be right not to see her, "Then I'll be heading off."

Chen Cheng nodded, "Go ahead, seize the opportunity."

Seeing his knowing grin, Yu Tu felt a bit embarrassed and nodded shyly.

Watching him exit the office, Chen Cheng withdrew his gaze.

Since Yu Tu wasn't the original Yu Tu, it didn't matter if Xia Qing was the original Xia Qing.

Besides, he liked all kinds of women, but he had no interest in stick-thin girls.

The yanzus should have experience with that; it's just too damn bony.

Stopping his laughter, Chen Cheng quickly began copying valuable scripts onto his laptop.

This time, Chen Cheng had learned to be smart; he didn't use his own pseudonym, but instead wrote the original author's name in the byline.

He would just have the company retain the copyright to ensure economic benefits, and let the Schrödinger-like authors take the fame.

By the evening, after more than five hours, Chen Cheng, this human typewriter, had finished copying the script for Interstellar.

Thanks to the fact that he had watched this movie countless times and had even read the original work.

So the copying speed was very fast, a pure human typewriter.

"My pension is finally settled," Chen Cheng muttered with a wicked smile.

Scum Cheng planned to copy out all the high-commercial-value scripts after he retired.

For now, forget it; having one or two hit films, with the overall revenue covering Qiao Jingjing's breach of contract penalty, would be enough.

Time still needed to be reserved for the girls.

In one's prime youth, how could one not live it up?

Chen Cheng had already decided: one Interstellar, one The Wandering Earth 1 & 2, that would be enough.

Chen Cheng packed up his things and left the office.

Seeing Li Na at the workstation by the door, Chen Cheng paused, "Didn't I tell you to go home first?"

Li Na stood up, "I don't have any other plans. If you need anything here, I can handle it immediately."

Chen Cheng chuckled helplessly, raised his hand to check his watch; it was already past nine.

"Let's go, let's grab a meal together."

Li Na, this beautiful rose, instantly blossomed, revealing a brilliant smile, "Okay."

Chen Cheng watched her pack her things with great interest.

Today, Li Na wore a white low-cut top, an oil-green patent leather miniskirt, flat-soled knee-high boots, and nude-colored sheer tights.

She had a great figure, and with Chen Cheng's height, standing in front of her, the view inside that white low-cut top was full of allure.

"Gulp~" With a sound, Chen Cheng was hungry.

...

Time rewinds to half an hour after Yu Tu left.

He met Xia Qing at a restaurant on Financial Street.

The two exchanged pleasantries, and Xia Qing asked, "Why are you here on Financial Street?"

"Just had some business," Yu Tu replied indifferently as he picked up his water glass.

Xia Qing took a breath, her expression complex, "I thought you were here for an interview."

"I had a meal with Dragon King in City Name, and he said you're planning to resign from the research institute. Is that true?"

Yu Tu put down his glass and nodded, "It's true; I actually just went for an interview."

Xia Qing looked incredulous, "Why?"

"The place you were willing to break up with me to go to, you're giving it up so easily now?"

"I actually really hoped you would stick with it, otherwise it makes it seem... like I had no place in your heart at all."

Xia Qing laughed self-deprecatingly, "So it turns out you weren't reluctant to give it up, I just wasn't worth it."

Yu Tu clicked his tongue and didn't speak.

He could hear the anger, unwillingness, and... grievance in Xia Qing's words.

It had been over five years since they broke up; she had been single for over five years, throwing her heart into her work.

Looking at the woman with whom he had shared four years of campus life, Yu Tu still felt a bit guilty.

He opened his mouth to change the subject, "How have you been lately?"

Xia Qing scoffed, "Is that concern?"

Yu Tu didn't know how to respond for a moment.

Seeing him not speaking, the corner of Xia Qing's mouth twitched, "Not bad, I just got promoted to director."

"My salary has multiplied several times since graduation, but the hard work has also multiplied several times."

Yu Tu nodded, "You've always been excellent."

Xia Qing raised an eyebrow, her eyes somewhat vacant, "But it's very tiring."

"Sometimes I think, why do I, as a woman, have to be this tired?"

Yu Tu tapped his fingers on his thigh and didn't respond to her.

If you can't respond to something, don't; this is the most basic survival rule for adults.

He didn't have the confidence to say to Xia Qing, who earned a million a year, "I'll support you."

As time passed, Xia Qing's anger slowly dissipated.

She asked him, "What direction are you planning to switch your work to?"

Yu Tu's mouth twitched, "Venture capital."

"Which firm?"

Yu Tu bit his lip, thought for a moment, and then said, "Actually, I just went to see Chen Cheng."

"Him?" Xia Qing was stunned for a moment.