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In the hall, she walked gracefully, her steps light as a breeze, reminiscent of an alluring fragrance or the intoxicating touch of spring.
With black stockings, high heels, a curvaceous figure, and a slim waist, she possessed a captivating charm that stirred the heart. A casual glance revealed her jade-like nose and water-like eyes; any man, whether normal or not, would feel tempted by thoughts that could lead to mischief.
She was also assessing Xiao Mu, her eyes sparkling with a teasing smile, as if she had just spotted a dress she was infatuated with. Xiao Mu was somewhat confident in his appearance and tilted his head with a smile, asking, "I've passed the organization's rigorous evaluation. Why are you still looking at me like that?"
"Only after you pass my test will it count," Jia Fangfei replied with a smile, giving him another once-over before leading him into the elevator. Xiao Mu casually asked, "So do you think I can pass?"
"Let's hope you're not just a pretty face," Jia Fangfei joked.
"I assure you, both my essence and appearance will amaze you," Xiao Mu said with a grin, casting a charming glance.
Jia Fangfei pretended not to notice; perhaps most beautiful women instinctively filtered out unwanted advances. She smiled as she pressed the elevator button and asked Xiao Mu, "I heard from above that you're a natural-born con artist."
Wow, so straightforward. Xiao Mu shook his head seriously and said, "That's a misunderstanding; I need to clarify."
"What is it? Are you not a con artist?" Jia Fangfei asked with a laugh.
"No, what I mean is that I'm not just a con artist; I'm also a thief," Xiao Mu replied.
That twist caught Jia Fangfei off guard for a moment. She looked puzzled and asked, "Really? A versatile talent? What do you steal?"
"Hearts of women—like yours," Xiao Mu said with a smirk, his eyes gleaming with mischief.
Jia Fangfei laughed and returned the playful banter: "Then you'll be disappointed; in our line of work, our conscience has long been eaten by dogs. So the beauty in front of you has no heart."
"That may not be the case," Xiao Mu said with a smile. "The fact that you can say that means your heart is still in it."
This statement left Jia Fangfei momentarily stunned. In an instant, her perception of the slick young man before her shifted. It felt as though the distance between them was rapidly closing, and an unexpected sense of trust began to rise within her.
However, Xiao Mu's demeanor changed; he became less frivolous. When teasing a woman, one must know when to stop, leaving some mystery and curiosity behind. Those lingering thoughts and curiosity would gradually draw a woman deeper into intrigue. Suddenly, he realized that this woman seemed much easier to handle than Yang Menglu. Unlike Yang Menglu, who would remain unfazed even if a hundred muscular men stood naked before her, Jia Fangfei appeared more approachable.
The elevator chimed as it reached their floor. Jia Fangfei withdrew her gaze, smiled lightly, suppressing the strange feelings within her. She led Xiao Mu forward and got straight to the point:
"You have two days to familiarize yourself with the company's operational rules. If you fail to meet the requirements, get out."
"Okay."
"You must know the names and characteristics of every middle manager in the company within two days. If you fail to meet this requirement, get out."
"Okay."
"You have two days to transform into the general manager of this company. If there is any mistake in your language, demeanor, or any subtle action, get out."
"Okay."
Jia Fangfei listed several demands and received affirmative responses each time, which made her pause in surprise. She turned back to look at Xiao Mu, seemingly taken aback by his audacity.
Xiao Mu merely smiled without offering an explanation. His calmness and confidence were not traits one would typically associate with a mere con artist.
It seemed he had indeed impressed the beautiful Jia. She smiled again and continued walking while saying, "It looks like you're better than I expected. But don't be complacent; you'll be dealing with clients from relatively wealthy backgrounds who have good insight and experience. This isn't like those Pyramid Schemes or Hideouts where people are brainwashed."
It had mutated; this was a level of brainwashing update that was more concealed and had a larger base.
Xiao Mu pondered, "The essence remains unchanged despite the myriad changes. To be an excellent con artist, one does not necessarily need an advantage in intelligence; having a relative advantage in a specific environment is sufficient."
Jia Fangfei said without turning back, "From now on, the word 'con' is not to be mentioned again."
"Okay," Xiao Mu replied.
They stopped in front of the door marked 'General Manager's Office.' The entire floor had been renovated, with a faint scent lingering in the air. Jia Fangfei opened the door and led Xiao Mu into the room.
Inside was a luxurious executive desk and floor-to-ceiling windows. The room featured an impressive wine cabinet and an antique tea table. Standing by the window, one could overlook Tongguan City. Xiao Mu strolled over, his expression revealing no signs of being overwhelmed, which pleased Jia Fangfei immensely. She sat in the boss's chair, spun around, and smiled at Xiao Mu, asking, "You seem completely unfazed?"
"As the general manager, should I really be surprised by my own working environment?" Xiao Mu elegantly opened the wine cabinet, selected a bottle, poured two glasses lightly, and handed one to Jia Fangfei. With a shared glance, they toasted with a cheerful "cheers." He took a sip but then his expression changed as he spat it back into the glass in shock. "Come on, is this fake wine you have here?"
"It's just props; don't take it too seriously... Not many can reach your level with red wine," Jia Fangfei replied without tasting it herself. She set her glass down and pulled out a large stack of books from the cabinet.
The titles included "Private Capital Enriches China," "Win in Capital," and "Capital Game," among other financial books. Xiao Mu casually flipped through a few pages; these theories were much harder to grasp than the generic motivational phrases found in "The Scrolls of Parchment." At that moment, Jia Fangfei finally noticed a hint of difficulty on Xiao Mu's face.
"Is it challenging?" Jia Fangfei asked.
"Two days' time—can you memorize this?" Xiao Mu held up one of the thick tomes titled "Capital Game."
"There are indeed people who can memorize it, but they may not necessarily be able to apply it. You don't have to take it so seriously, but you can't be completely ignorant; you must at least skim through it," Jia Fangfei said.
Xiao Mu set down the book and asked with some skepticism, "Isn't this timeline a bit too tight? There are too many things missing here."
"What are we missing?" Jia Fangfei asked with a smile.
"The staff?"
"They'll be here soon."
"What about the middle management?"
"They're on their way."
"And the vehicles?"
"They'll be rented back shortly."
With a series of questions, Jia Fangfei answered smoothly. Xiao Mu understood; the scheme was still in preparation. They would set up the company, rent a few cars, hire some people, and with him as the general manager, they could open for business. The two shared a moment of silent understanding and exchanged smiles.
Right, there was no need to take it so seriously. In this day and age, starting a company was all about deception.
Xiao Mu pretended to ponder, "Oh, then... as the general manager, I need a secretary, right?"
"Isn't that right in front of you?"
Jia Fangfei said softly as she gracefully stood up, adopting the demeanor of a respectful secretary. Xiao Mu chuckled as he sat down, taking in the atmosphere of his new role. He pointed and commanded, "Jia Secretary, please send this season's financial statements to my computer... and while you're at it, make me a cup of coffee. I need to take a serious look at this; if anyone comes to visit, don't disturb me. Off you go."
"Sure thing, Mr. Lin." Jia Fangfei's eyes sparkled with delight. Xiao Mu's instant immersion into the role felt so natural. She gently replied and then swayed her hips as she walked out, softly closing the door behind her.
Another scam was about to unfold...
Four kilometers away from the Jinke Kaiyue Commercial District...
Lian Qiang and Ma Fenghuo, each carrying a large bag, climbed the stairs, panting heavily. Along the way, they cursed incessantly, lamenting how these damn criminals always chose the worst locations. The building was so tall that they couldn't find a single vantage point to monitor from, forcing them to abandon their vehicle and walk to a nearby hill.
Once they found a spot, Lian Qiang set up a one-meter-long surveillance camera. It barely provided a parallel view, but through the lens, they could see Xiao Mu sitting at her desk, focused on her studies. After catching their breath, they reported the situation over the phone. Lian Qiang grumbled, "It's like a death sentence. What danger could there be? She's perfectly fine!"
After learning that Xiao Mu had separated from 3326, pressure began to mount at home. Separation meant establishing new channels of information, but these scammers were as cunning as foxes; there was no way to make contact from the outside. Old Horse glanced at the surveillance camera and gasped, "What if something goes wrong? Didn't the General Manager say that everything hinges on her now? ... Hey, Qiangzi, what's going on? Why is she alone?"
"Ma Ge, can you stop testing my intelligence? How would I know?" Lian Qiang exclaimed in disbelief. If he could figure out what those scammers were thinking, it would be a miracle.
"True... Anyway, we need to think of a way to establish contact with Xiao Mu and find out what's happening," Ma Fenghuo said.
"Can't we just watch?"
"What can we see? She's just sitting there studying."
"How about we disguise ourselves and go in?"
"Forget it. With our looks and physique, we might blend into the shadows somewhere else, but in this upscale office area? We’d stick out like thieves; even getting past security would be impossible."
"Take a break, take a break... we'll talk later."
The two of them switched positions, observing Xiao Mu's movements, but there was nothing to observe. He sat there quietly, not even shifting in his seat, occasionally standing by the window to look at the scenery outside.
After a few cigarettes, the two on watch finally caught their breath when the report from home came in. Old Horse reported that nothing had been discovered. Really, nothing at all—no one was there... What were they doing? It was impossible to tell; it was too far away... There was no way to get closer; it was twenty-two stories high...
Lian Qiang spotted something and turned back to say, "Wait, Old Horse, there's a woman."
A woman appeared in his line of sight. Lian Qiang adjusted the focus with all his might, but the distance was too great to capture anything clearly.
"Wait, there's a woman," Ma Fenghuo reported as he leaned closer to the surveillance monitor. However, even with the magnification, he could only see a blurred silhouette. He continued reporting, "Can't get a clear shot; it's too far... The driver is looking for a place; he's with a woman and seems to be discussing something."
"What are they doing? Eating or drinking? Can't find a single surveillance point..."
On the other end, Team Leader Ye hung up the phone in anger, clearly frustrated.
The two field duty officers exchanged glances, speechless.
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Jia Fangfei had been summoned by the "General Manager." More than three hours had passed, and it was around five o'clock in the afternoon—time was clearly running short. She entered and stood respectfully in front of Xiao Mu, smiling as she reminded him, "How is Mr. Lin finding it?"
However, there seemed to be no shock on Xiao Mu's face, which surprised Jia Fangfei. She was filled with confidence about the preparations for Wei Heng Business and found it hard to accept his indifference.
The name is not important; what matters is the operational model. It has shifted from franchising to capital operations, with costs rising from two thousand nine hundred to sixty-nine thousand. What used to be just renting a place has transformed into high-tech manipulation. This is evident in the meticulously decorated companies and offices, the corporate promotional videos shot by film companies, and the seemingly impressive corporate brochures and training materials.
Xiao Mu looked at Jia Fangfei with great interest, savoring the moment before speaking. "Are you expecting to see a look of surprise on my face?"
"Is there none at all?" Jia Fangfei asked curiously.
"Yes, I'm very shocked. What I mean is, in two days, many clients will come to Tongguan, and then we need to perform to win over their wallets?" Xiao Mu stated directly, omitting the word 'deceive.'
"Exactly. You should know from experience that there are challenges in procurement, and your chances of winning over someone else's wallet are not that high," Jia Fangfei replied, observing Xiao Mu closely, deliberately not missing any details. Xiao Mu slowly closed the cover and said, "Then I'm curious."
"Curious about what?" Jia Fangfei asked, intrigued.
"Of course about all this text and visual material you have. It's all vague theories of capital operation and some simple introductions; I don't see how it can successfully conquer someone else's wallet," Xiao Mu remarked.
Jia Fangfei smiled; this was just introductory material. It seemed they had sent a novice from the organization to play the con artist role. She leaned closer to Xiao Mu, reached out to click the mouse, her head lowered so much that Xiao Mu could see her chest when his eyelids drooped. She opened several hidden root directories and then a dialog box popped up as she entered a line of passwords.
Suddenly… several folders appeared on the screen.
"It seems the organization doesn't fully trust me," Xiao Mu chuckled.
"In our organization, there has never been trust; it's always about living within our means. We tailor everything according to what can be achieved," Jia Fangfei said with a smile.
Xiao Mu browsed through the materials; they were quite detailed. The organized electronic notes were in a question-and-answer format, like a script that could simulate responses to all client concerns.
For example, would you worry that this is a scam company? The company provides you with legitimate registration licenses, corporate codes, legal entity information, and so on.
For example, are you worried about whether this way of making money is legal? The company will tell you that this is much lower than the profitability of Stock Market and futures. Is it legal? Isn't that a joke? Is it illegal to register officially? For example, you may worry about the safety of your investment. The company will tell you that of course there are risks. Now even commercial banks are allowed to close down, let alone a business investment company? Risk and profit always coexist, but if you are interested, you can check out Weiheng Commercial Investment Company. So we are back to the starting point and will tell you that our company is headquartered in Singapore City, how many branches we have in various countries around the world, how many provinces in China we have opened branches currently, etc., etc. Of course, there is a web page, but It is still an internal beta version and has not been officially launched; of course there is also a p2p platform, but the web logo has not been completed yet. It is almost impossible to imagine how so many complicated things will work successfully in two days. Unknowingly, I watched it for another half an hour. When Xiao Mu, who had been frowning, stretched his forehead, he remembered Jia Fangfei next to him. He apologized: "I'm sorry, Jia Secretary, I was a little lost. "I like to see men looking attentive." Jia Fangfei stood up and gave a wink, and asked softly: "Yes." "Please tell me." Searching, the initial investment is so large, it’s not cost-effective to do anything less, and it’s difficult to do more. The target you want to find must have a certain financial ability, which is very difficult, unlike Pyramid Scheme, where you can catch whoever you want.” "The target... oh oh, we have already identified it. This is not the scope of your consideration." "What about the preliminary work? No matter how sharp the language is, it is impossible to succeed in the target Brainwashing all at once and make them willing to pay, but If you stay in a place like this for a long time, do you feel that your safety is not guaranteed? "It's very thoughtful, but someone has already done this... You have a lot of problems," Jia Fangfei said, laughing. Those who say these words just make Xiao Mu wary. You really shouldn’t ask too many questions, but you already know enough. In fact, this Pyramid Scheme is no different. The target has been found, and Brainwashing has probably been carried out. Now, I'm just waiting to be pulled here and fooled around, and I squeeze it hard to squeeze out the oil and water. The difference is that Pyramid Scheme is called "subscription" and this one is called "investment".
"There's one more question," Xiao Mu said thoughtfully, raising a finger. "Or rather, it could be considered a suggestion."
"Oh, I'm curious to hear it," Jia Fangfei replied with a smile.
"The script is good, but I think it should include something substantial," Xiao Mu said as he stood up, stroking his chin and pacing a couple of steps. "Simply preaching or brainwashing can sometimes have adverse effects. For individuals who are already wary, if they maintain a mindset of rejection psychologically, no matter how much you try to convince them, it won't work. That kind of rejection is like self-hypnosis; whatever you say, they'll take it as false."
This theory piqued Jia Fangfei's interest. When Xiao Mu turned around, he found her listening intently, standing behind him.
He continued with more confidence, "It's easy to understand. For example, if you receive a text message saying you've won a prize, I bet no one believes it anymore. Why? Because there are too many fakes. Even if it's a real win, you still wouldn't believe it. Would you agree?"
Jia Fangfei nodded in agreement. "Yes. That's a rejection mindset because you've assumed it's fake from the start."
"So how do we solve this?" Jia Fangfei asked earnestly.
"To address this issue, there should be a psychological gap... Like when you see a ragged old man and initially look down on him, but the next moment someone tells you that his house demolition will compensate him ten million. Your attitude will quickly shift from disdain to..."
"Envy and jealousy?" she interjected.
"Exactly," Xiao Mu confirmed.
Jia Fangfei thought for a moment and gave him a thumbs-up. The suggestion was absolutely reasonable; the more she pondered it, the more sense it made. She even stepped outside to make a phone call as if seeking advice. Moments later, she returned with a smile and thanked Xiao Mu, saying, "Your reputation is well-deserved; the boss values your opinion highly."
"Hehe, no need to be polite; it's what I should do," Xiao Mu replied gracefully.
"What about specific solutions?" Jia Fangfei approached him and asked softly. Xiao Mu noticed that she was wearing a delicate silver ornament that revealed her identity. He casually reached out towards her, but in an instant, Jia Fangfei's expression changed slightly as she looked at him with displeasure.
"Don't ask how to solve it yet; let me tell you the second detail you need to pay attention to," Xiao Mu said, reaching out to remove the delicate chain from around her neck. He placed it in her palm and added, "This cheap platinum necklace shouldn't be worn by the secretary of a big company boss. It reveals your current financial struggles."
"What should I wear instead?" Jia Fangfei asked humbly.
"Wear nothing at all. Natural beauty is the best impression," Xiao Mu replied with a smile. This compliment made Jia Fangfei's heart flutter, but in an instant, Xiao Mu added, "Or wear something subtle, like jade or emerald."
The confidence and certainty in his words left Jia Fangfei impressed. She instinctively asked, "Is there anything else?"
"Also... shouldn't we have something more substantial between us?" Xiao Mu said with a grin, his smirk suggesting mischief. Jia Fangfei rolled her eyes in disbelief and replied, "Don't you think that's a bit too fast? Are you really planning to treat me like a little secretary?"
"No, no, you've misunderstood. I meant it's late enough; we should have some substantial activities," Xiao Mu corrected himself, then seriously asked, "Aren't we going to have dinner?"
Oh, that makes sense. Jia Fangfei instantly understood; this guy was teasing her to lead her thoughts astray. Once she truly misunderstood, he would revert to being a gentleman.
Feeling a bit off-balance from his playful banter, Jia Fangfei turned slightly annoyed and opened the door, gesturing to Xiao Mu, "Alright then, let's eat."
Xiao Mu adjusted his collar and swaggered out confidently. He knew that this seemingly indifferent beauty had already begun to lean toward him. The unresolved dilemmas and unfulfilled curiosity would draw her closer to him step by step...
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