Chapter 17 : Reward - Recruitment card
The golden hue of the setting sun stretched lazily across the horizon as Ye Tian carefully maneuvered the M8 through the calm city streets. The hum of the car was soft, almost drowned by the gentle breathing of the girls in the backseat. Linlin and Yaya were snuggled together, sun-hats askew, cheeks flushed from an afternoon of beachside joy. Miaomiao, still clutching her plush bunny, rested quietly between them, her small chest rising and falling rhythmically.
In the front seat, Lin Xueyao leaned lightly against the window, her eyes closed, a peaceful smile barely tugging at the corners of her lips. The faint sound of waves still echoed in her mind, blending with the soft music playing from the car speakers.
As the car slowed near her apartment, Ye Tian glanced at her. "Teacher Lin," he said gently.
She stirred, her eyes fluttering open as she sat up straight. "Oh... I'm sorry, I must've dozed off."
He smiled. "No need to apologize. You've earned some rest today."
She glanced at the rearview mirror, seeing the girls fast asleep. Her expression softened. "They really had a good time. Thank you, Ye Tian."
"They wouldn't stop talking about you. You're part of the family now," he replied with an easy grin.
She looked at him for a moment, her eyes sincere. "Goodnight, Mr. Ye."
"Goodnight, Teacher Lin. Get some rest."
He waited until she entered the building before resuming the drive home.
By the time the car pulled into the courtyard, night had fully descended. The soft crunch of gravel under the tires caught the attention of Ye Qingmei, the eldest sister, who was seated on the veranda with their mother.
"He's back," she murmured, rising to greet him.
Ye Tian stepped out quietly and gently opened the back door, revealing the trio still in dreamland.
Ye Qingmei smiled as she peeked in. "Looks like they had a perfect day."
Their mother joined them. "Let's not wake them. Bring them in."
One by one, Ye Tian lifted the sleeping girls into his arms, passing them gently to his sisters. The girls murmured soft protests but remained mostly asleep as they were carried to their room.
Inside the house, the soft clinks of cups and plates echoed as tea was poured. Ye Tian joined his mother and two sisters at the table.
"How was it?" Ye Qingmei asked, pouring him a cup.
"Peaceful. The resort is even better than I imagined. The girls had the time of their lives."
His mother nodded approvingly. "And Teacher Lin?"
Ye Tian paused for a moment. "She... really fits in."
They exchanged a knowing look but didn't press further. The warmth of family surrounded them like a blanket. For a while, they simply enjoyed the tea and the quiet.
After a warm shower, Ye Tian returned to his room and lay down, muscles still faintly aching from the sun and play.
Just as his eyes began to close, the system activated.
[DING! Mission Completed: Strengthen Bonds]
> Objective: Spend quality time with your nieces and their teacher
--Reward: Mystery Gift Box
[Do you want to open the mystery gift]
[YES] [NO]
Ye Tian pressed Yes very fast as he was thrilled what he will get.
[Opening Mystery Gift Box...]
> Congratulations! You've received: "Recruitment Card"
[Item: Recruitment Card]
> Description: A unique card that allows the Host to recruit a top-tier individual in any professional field. The recruited individual will align with the Host's values and goals.
Ye Tian sat up slightly, eyebrows raised.
"Recruitment, huh? That could be... very useful."
His gaze lingered on the glowing card in the system panel. Another door had opened. Another step forward on his journey. But for tonight, the only task left was rest.
He closed his eyes with a contented sigh, the sound of the sea still echoing faintly in his memory.
The Next Morning,
The first rays of dawn slipped through the thin curtains of Ye Tian's room, painting soft streaks of light across his bed. A light breeze flowed in through the open window, carrying with it the faint chirping of early birds and the distant hum of morning traffic.
Ye Tian stirred, slowly opening his eyes. After a moment of silence, he sat up, his muscles relaxed and his body still carrying the subtle energy from the body enhancement potion he had used days earlier.
[DING! System Notification]
> Daily Passive Earnings Credited: Sleep Duration: 6 hours, 45 minutes ¥2,430,000 added to your account
He gave a small nod, swinging his legs off the bed as the system panel expanded before his eyes.
[SYSTEM PANEL] Level: 2 Earnings:
¥100/second (Sleep)
¥100/step (Walking)
¥100/breath
Balance: ¥115,600,000
Next Level:3,208,400/10,000,000 Yuan
( Money spend in system is not included)
.....
He rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Time to find the next thing worth investing in."
[Daily Special - Refreshing in 23:58:19]
> Special Item: Insider Market Report
Price: 8,000,000 yuan
Description: Provides a list of the top 10 trending stocks over the next 10 days, including analysis and projected gains.
Ye Tian's eyes sharpened. This was no ordinary item. If accurate, such intel could yield exponential profit.
He didn't hesitate. With a thought, he tapped [Purchase]. The system shimmered briefly, and a sleek digital report materialized before him.
[Insider Market Report - Day 1 Preview]
1. Shenhua Biotech (Projected Growth: +22%)
2. Qilin Smart Energy (Projected Growth: +18%)
3. Jinhai Logistics Group (Projected Growth: +15%) ...
Scrolling through the projections and insider commentary, Ye Tian's mind moved quickly. Each entry came with buy-in windows, risk factors, and insider cues. With this, he wasn't just a player in the financial game—he could become a market force.
He saved the data and closed the interface just as the sound of footsteps echoed in the hallway.
"Uncle Tian!" Linlin's voice called from outside. "Grandma said breakfast's ready!"
"I'm coming!" he replied, his mind already forming a new plan.
He stood, brushing off sleep and walking out into the sunny courtyard. A quiet smile tugged at the corner of his lips. Today would be a good day to begin building his influence—not just in hidden medical circles, but now in the world of high finance.
Seeing that he had the recruitment card ,he thought of recruiting a personal secratary for himself as he has many business to oversee .
....End of Chapter 17