Fu Ruhai had originally intended for Liu Sandao to handle the recruitment, but Liu Sandao had other commitments and couldn't make it.
The company's recruitment drive was significant and caused quite a stir in Sandong City.
Many people were eager to apply because the compensation was quite attractive.
As per company policy, a certain proportion of the positions were reserved for fresh graduates.
Furthermore, a rotation system would be implemented.
For the graduating seniors this year, it was a golden opportunity.
As a result, many students from the School of Economics submitted their resumes, even if they were already interning or on probation at other companies.
Upon hearing that Ying Bafang was hiring, Mei Ziqi immediately sought out Fu Ruhai to inquire about the situation.
He hoped Fu Ruhai could offer some advice or strategies.
However, the conditions Fu Ruhai outlined were somewhat stringent, instantly diminishing Mei Ziqi's confidence to apply.
Fang Zonghai, on the other hand, had no intention of applying to Ying Bafang.
His simple thought was to diligently focus on the work he could do.
The company recruiting, apart from the good pay, had other aspects that didn't align with his major.
Zhao Xiaoying and Fang Huiran had also submitted their resumes, but their applications vanished without a trace.
Consequently, many who knew Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai were extremely envious of them joining Ying Bafang.
However, one morning.
While on their way to work, Fu Ruhai and Liu Sandao encountered Bai Sixiang in the elevator lobby.
Bai Sixiang was wearing a blue-black professional suit.
Her hair was cut short, giving her a particularly sharp and capable appearance.
"Hey! Which floor do you two work on?" Bai Sixiang asked initially.
Liu Sandao remained silent as usual, and Fu Ruhai answered for him.
"The top floor!"
"What a coincidence! Me too. Shall we go together!"
As Bai Sixiang spoke, she squeezed her way in front of them.
Liu Sandao took a closer look and saw a work ID hanging around her neck.
It indicated she was a probationary employee in the Data Analysis Department.
Liu Sandao found it peculiar. He had heard that Bai Sixiang was on probation at some other company; how did she end up here?
However, he didn't ask for now.
Perhaps it was due to the long time they hadn't seen each other, there was a sense of unfamiliarity between them.
Their conversation didn't flow.
By the time Bai Sixiang exited the elevator, Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai hadn't exchanged another word.
Bai Sixiang thought to herself:
They must be on the 117th floor, not the absolute top floor.
Because that was the boss's office, and one couldn't access it without a certain rank.
However, at lunchtime, things took an unexpected turn.
Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai arrived at the cafeteria precisely on time, at 12:45 PM.
At this time, most people had already finished their meals.
The cafeteria wouldn't be too crowded.
But as the elevator descended from the top floor to the 116th, the doors opened, and Bai Sixiang was standing outside.
Liu Sandao was momentarily taken aback.
He had been fine not seeing Bai Sixiang, but upon seeing her, he realized he unconsciously tended to avoid her to alleviate the awkwardness.
Fu Ruhai, as usual, maintained his cheerful demeanor.
Bai Sixiang quickly entered the elevator and proactively asked them if they had eaten yet.
Fu Ruhai shook his head.
There were only three people in the elevator at this moment.
Bai Sixiang pressed the button for the 30th floor.
Given her rank and salary, that was the most suitable floor for her.
Fu Ruhai's eyelids twitched slightly, while Liu Sandao remained impassive.
He had no specific requirements regarding price or ambiance.
He was simply accustomed to eating on the eightieth floor and was too lazy to go downstairs.
When the elevator reached the eightieth floor, the doors opened.
Bai Sixiang's first thought was that someone might be getting off here.
After all, some leaders from the companies below would also come up to the eightieth floor for meals.
However, no one did.
Instead, Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai stepped out of the elevator.
"Hey, did you two get the wrong floor? I heard only leaders eat here, and the food is very expensive!"
Bai Sixiang pressed the open button on the elevator door and didn't let go.
"Who said only leaders eat here? Isn't it just a bit pricey? Want to join us?"
Fu Ruhai said with a grin.
"But... but I think I'll pass!"
Bai Sixiang hesitated.
An occasional meal or two was within her budget.
However, she had just joined this company and hadn't received her salary yet.
She had impulsively left her previous company and hadn't received her final pay.
Furthermore, she had already discussed with her family that she would be financially independent.
"Come on! He's treating!"
Liu Sandao finally spoke.
Not only that, but for the first time, he took the initiative to reach out and pull Bai Sixiang out of the elevator.
Bai Sixiang wasn't prepared.
Fu Ruhai's usually smiling face froze for a moment.
Although he wasn't short of money, having been accustomed to being frugal, he still felt a momentary pang of unease about spending.
This was understandable, just like Bai Sixiang's hesitation.
For someone used to saving, having to calculate expenses was more agonizing than being slaughtered.
One had to admit that Fu Ruhai was too slow, too slow, to adapt to this change in status.
But since Liu Sandao had spoken, he would pay.
The moment Bai Sixiang stepped out of the elevator, the doors closed.
The three of them walked into the restaurant.
There were several high-end restaurants here, names that Bai Sixiang was familiar with.
But she had never eaten at any of them.
Liu Sandao walked into his usual establishment.
It was a restaurant primarily serving Sichuan cuisine, with a dominant theme of chili red.
As soon as they sat down, a pretty waitress approached to pour water and hand them menus.
Following the principle of ladies first, Fu Ruhai gave the menu to Bai Sixiang.
Upon seeing the prices, a flicker of panic crossed Bai Sixiang's eyes.
It was too expensive, truly.
Wouldn't this meal cost her a week's salary?
She scanned the menu slowly and meticulously, much like Fu Ruhai had when he first visited this restaurant.
Watching her, Fu Ruhai felt a surge of secret delight.
He had finally found a sense of superiority that he hadn't possessed before.
However, this was quickly followed by waves of shame.
As an immortal, to feel superior to a mortal, he realized he had truly been blinded by money.
"Order whatever you like, pick your favorites. I told you, he's treating, what are you afraid of?"
Liu Sandao said, pointing at Fu Ruhai.
"Yes, yes. I'm treating this meal. We're classmates after all, consider it a welcome dinner for you!"
Fu Ruhai added with a grin.
"Alright."
Bai Sixiang no longer stood on ceremony; it wasn't her nature.
Quickly, she ordered three or four dishes.
Liu Sandao added a dish he particularly liked, and then the waitress took the order to the kitchen.
During the meal, the three of them chatted intermittently.
This was a characteristic of dining in China.
Liu Sandao finally understood why Bai Sixiang was working at a data company.
It turned out that Bai Sixiang claimed to have a special interest in data analysis, and she had always been excellent at mathematics, even participating in national competitions.
In terms of work, she wasn't too concerned about the amount of money she earned but rather wanted to do something she enjoyed.
Joining a data analysis company was a golden opportunity for her.
Liu Sandao hadn't paid much attention to the data company initially; it was merely a means for him to conveniently understand the daily lives of mortals in Sandong City and across China.
It served as a benchmark for the distribution of Fu Guo.
He wasn't yet sure what impact the Fu Guo distribution system would have on them.
Speaking of which, it was time for him to perform magic and establish the Fu Guo distribution system.