Rebirth of a Village Girl

Chapter 1321: 226: Hang City

Secretary Wen looked at Ni Yang in surprise. “President Ni, are you really deciding to hire Liu Bingjie as our brand spokesperson?”

“Yes.” Ni Yang nodded.

Secretary Wen felt a bit flattered; she hadn’t expected Ni Yang to take her suggestion.

After a brief pause, Secretary Wen continued, “By the way, President Ni, Liu Bingjie is currently filming in Hang City. I’ll arrange for someone to buy a ticket for tomorrow. What time do you think is best?”

Ni Yang thought for a moment. “Then book a flight for 9:00 AM tomorrow morning.”

“Got it.” Secretary Wen nodded.

Speaking of which, Secretary Wen added, “Oh, President Ni, Beijing TV Station wants to invite you to participate in a celebrity program. Will you go?”

Ni Yang thought about it for a moment and then replied, “Please contact the TV station for me and let them know that I’ll take the chance next time.”

Secretary Wen paused, seemingly surprised that Ni Yang would decline.

After all, Beijing TV Station is far from a small, local outlet. Its exposure is immense, and most ordinary people wouldn’t even dream of such an opportunity.

“Ice Skin Jade Cream needs promotion—if Ni Yang attended the program, it could greatly boost its visibility and reputation.”

Yet Ni Yang declined!

Ni Yang had her own plans. Although Ice Skin Jade Cream was selling well and was becoming quite popular in Beijing, earning her a little profit, her achievements were far from her previous life’s high aspirations.

There’s a saying: “Fame frightens people like fattening pigs.” At this moment, it’s better to stay under the radar.

“President Ni, are you really sure about declining Beijing TV Station?” Secretary Wen asked, still somewhat uncertain.

“Yes,” Ni Yang smiled and replied. “Relax and decline for me; I promise I won’t get back at you later.”

“Understood.” Secretary Wen nodded.

Ni Yang’s schedule was packed, but she still took some time in the afternoon to visit the Pickled Fish Noodles shops and various milk tea stores for some on-site inspections.

Currently, there were already over fifty Pickled Fish Noodles and milk tea stores in Beijing, and Ni Yang was now planning to expand branches into cities surrounding Beijing.

Milk tea stores now offered many new products, such as Grass Jelly and Taro Balls.

As China’s economic conditions continue to improve, increasing numbers of people are enjoying milk tea. When choosing store locations, Ni Yang widened the spaces significantly. Now, milk tea stores have two floors, with tables and chairs inside. The layouts are very elegant.

Compared to the pricey coffee shops, young people would often choose these milk tea stores to go on dates or meet up.

Firstly, they’re affordable; secondly, they taste great; thirdly, the ambiance is excellent. Sweet music playing in the air—it’s just perfect for romance and dating.

Ni Yang drove around, covering almost half of Beijing before finally heading home in the afternoon.

Recently, Mo Qishen wasn’t at home, so she headed straight to Jinghua Village.

When she returned, Adelle was directing Shangguan Xu in cooking.

Shangguan Xu, typically a rather serious bank manager known for his stoic demeanor, was perceived by bank staff as having gynophobia. Who would have thought he’d willingly wash hands to cook for a girl behind closed doors?

“Sis, you’re back. What do you feel like eating tonight? I’ll tell him to make it for you,” Adelle chimed as she walked over and linked arms with Ni Yang.

Ni Yang replied with a smile, “I’m fine with anything.” Then she glanced up at Shangguan Xu, who was washing vegetables. “Thank you, big brother.”

Shangguan Xu turned to her. “Where’s your Old Six Mo? Get him here to help me.”

Ni Yang replied, “He’s in F Country.”

Shangguan Xu looked slightly surprised. “He still hasn’t returned?”

Ni Yang nodded and rolled up her sleeves. “How about I help you instead?”

“No, no, I can handle it by myself.”

Adelle held onto Ni Yang’s arm. “He’s perfectly fine on his own. I offered to help just now, but he said he didn’t need my assistance.”

“Alright, then I won’t be overly polite with you all.”

Adelle gently pushed Ni Yang toward the house. “Sis, go back into the room.”

As Ni Yang stepped inside, Xiaopang ran toward her, hopping and skipping.

After Zhao Shuyue left Xiaopang and Dapang behind, Ni Yang took them back to the Ni Family.

Dapang perched lazily on the cat tree, letting out a casual “meow” when he saw Ni Yang.

Ni Cuihua and Shangguan Dehui were sitting on the sofa watching the evening news.

“Mom, Dad, where’s Duoduo?” Usually, when she returned, Zhao Yu was the first to greet her.

Today, however, seemed a bit unusual.

Ni Cuihua glanced over at Ni Yang and said, “I think he’s upstairs doing homework.”

Ni Yang smiled. “Is the sun rising from the west today?”

“Well, let me tell you,” Ni Cuihua remarked. “Duoduo’s been quite diligent these past few days and hasn’t even gone out to play with Goudan.”