"Don't just say two hundred million, even three hundred million is possible." Lin Chuan chuckled.

"I'm both happy and worried!" Zhou Rui sighed.

"Why do you say that?" Lin Chuan asked.

"Happy because our business is booming, worried because most of the country's economic growth relies on the real estate economy." Zhou Rui sighed and said, "They keep saying they want to control housing prices, but the prices only ever go up, never down. You see..."

"The simplest way for the country to control housing prices is to control the land prices." Lin Chuan sneered and said, "Think about it, if the land wasn't so expensive, how could the house prices be so high? The ever-rising 'land kings,' the hefty land transfer fees are ultimately passed on to the people."

"Indeed!" Zhou Rui nodded and said, "That's our country for you!"

"We're just businessmen." Lin Chuan smiled and said, "Businessmen seek profit. What price are you planning to set this time?"

"The surrounding housing prices are generally at ten thousand." Zhou Rui pointed to the model of Shangpin Garden and said, "Shangpin Garden has already risen to twelve thousand. So, my price can't be low. However, considering the launch, I'm planning to price it at twelve thousand."

"Not too expensive." Lin Chuan nodded.

At this moment, a hostess walked over respectfully and said, "Mr. Zhou, it's time for the ribbon-cutting, what do you think?"

"Okay." Zhou Rui nodded and then said, "Let's head over right away."

Zhou Rui pulled Lin Chuan outside; the ribbon-cutting time was almost here. As the chairman of Sichuan University Group, Lin Chuan naturally should stand on stage for the ribbon-cutting, and his position was actually alongside the vice secretary of Jiangbei City.

After the ribbon-cutting, the exciting moment arrived. Zhou Rui stood on the stage and smiled, "Ladies and gentlemen, today is the pre-sale day for our Changlin Community. Now, I announce the opening price for the first phase of Changlin Community's pre-sale, twelve thousand."

Wow...

The crowd was in an uproar.

Twelve thousand was considered a top-end price in Jiangbei City, besides Shangpin Garden, which property in the surrounding area could sell for this price? This was simply impossible.

"So expensive?!" someone in the crowd shouted.

"Yeah, it's too expensive, isn't it? Wasn't it supposed to be cheaper at the launch? Such a rip-off."

The crowd quickly grew restless, with hundreds gathered on-site, everyone getting animated. The staff on site were anxious, while the security guards stood ready, prepared to handle any potential unrest.

At this moment, Zhou Rui spoke calmly, "Everyone listen to me, quiet!"

The site immediately fell silent, and everyone was hushed.

"First of all, I don't need to say much about the location and position of the houses; your eyes can see for themselves." Zhou Rui stood on the stage with great confidence; though she faced danger, she could control the scene. Holding the microphone, she continued, "Secondly, I can guarantee the landscaping and environment of the community will be a major highlight, making you feel like you're living in a botanical garden every day."

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately chuckled.

"Moreover, this is the school district for Jiangbei City No.1 Middle School." Zhou Rui said proudly, "Ask yourselves honestly, is this price too high for a school district house?"

Everyone, upon hearing this, felt that it wasn't too expensive. Although it seemed pricey, considering everything, the housing prices seemed worth it. In addition, with the effect drawings and the sales staff's promotion, people started eagerly rushing to reserve homes.

Jiangbei City is well-located, in the Jiangnan water town area, and has great development potential. Although Jiangbei City is just a third-tier city, it has a population of over three million. Jiangbei City is an industrialized city, with just a few large factories gathering nearly a million people. Many outsiders flock to Jiangbei City, seeking a livelihood.

Therefore, many people are optimistic about Jiangbei City's housing prices. Even though the average housing price in Jiangbei City is only six to seven thousand, the prices of high-end properties are still going up. Most are occupied by the city's nobility and wealthy merchants.

In just one afternoon, more than one hundred twenty houses were sold. More than one hundred million in funds were recovered on the same day.

"That's great." Zhou Rui was so excited she could hardly contain herself.

The sales speed amazed the industry. There are plenty of properties in Jiangbei City, and although sales are good, with dozens or even hundreds of houses sold each month, compared to Sichuan University Real Estate, selling over one hundred houses in one afternoon left them stunned.

"It seems that people still have a preference for high-end properties." Lin Chuan smiled.

"That's right." Zhou Rui smiled and then said, "This is the psychological need of consumers."

"Yeah!" Lin Chuan nodded and said, "Sichuan University Group is sure to leap over the dragon's gate."

"Hehe!" Zhou Rui giggled and said, "Lin Chuan, Sichuan University Group wouldn't be where it is today without my contribution, right? So, how do you plan to thank me?"

"How do you want me to thank you?" Lin Chuan asked.

"I..." Zhou Rui blinked, her playful gaze hinting at some mischievous idea. Suddenly, Zhou Rui said, "Treat me to dinner tonight!"

"Alright, no problem." Lin Chuan nodded and said, "You are my hero; treating you to dinner is only right."

Zhou Rui giggled and then said, "Then it's settled."

Zhou Rui was busy until late afternoon, until six-thirty. Lin Chuan got a sense of the booming real estate market. After Zhou Rui finished her work, Lin Chuan took her to a Michelin restaurant. The Michelin restaurant had a great ambiance, though it was quite pricey, primarily because of its nice environment.

"The prices here are so expensive," Zhou Rui remarked.

"You actually think it's expensive?" Lin Chuan looked surprised and said, "Xiao Rui, you're now the general manager of Sichuan University Group. You can't afford this little expense? That's really..."

"I just think it's expensive," Zhou Rui retorted, "I didn't say I couldn't afford it."

"The environment here is very nice, with high standards too," Lin Chuan said with a smile. "To show my gratitude, I'm treating you to dinner here today."

"Hehe!" Zhou Rui giggled.

All the ingredients in the Michelin restaurant are airlifted from abroad. They're the freshest, using the best and top-notch ingredients, so there's no need to worry about any pollution. If any customer finds a problem with the ingredients, they can dine for free at a Michelin restaurant for life. Furthermore, all the ingredients and food at the Michelin restaurant undergo strict scrutiny.

Not only are the ingredients great, but the dining environment is also exceptional, with the restaurant being uniquely beautiful.

The two sat by a window, with a view overlooking much of the city center. The Michelin restaurant is located at the top of this building, the space inside was clean, and the whole restaurant was upscale and luxurious. Guests dining here enjoy a hospitable treatment.

Dining here is about enjoying the atmosphere. For those who aren't fans of Western cuisine, this place is nice for the ambiance.

After dinner, Lin Chuan drove Zhou Rui back to her home.

Afterward, he drove alone on his way home.

Just as he reached the intersection at Huai Mountain South Road and was about to make a left turn, suddenly, a white Mercedes blocked Lin Chuan's path. The doors of the white Mercedes sports car swung open, and a pair of long, slender, white legs stepped out. A black short skirt, a cardigan, and a sparkling necklace around the neck. At the chest, two white peaks pressed together to form a deep ravine, which was quite alluring, especially the pair of long legs that sparked boundless imagination.

"Yang Zi?" Lin Chuan poked his head out.

"Hehe, do I look pretty?" Yang Zi gently let the cardigan slide down, revealing her fragrant shoulders.

"You...you have something to see me about?" Lin Chuan asked.

"In the evening, of course, I have something to see you about," Yang Zi laughed and said, "You helped me a great deal, so naturally I have to thank you."

"No need for thanks," Lin Chuan smiled and then said, "Helping you is the right thing to do. We are classmates after all, and given the years of friendship, isn't it only right?"

"Though that's true," Yang Zi smiled and said, "but I believe there's no such thing as love or hate for no reason in this world. Helping me is from affection, not doing so is simply expected. But you helped me out of that affection, so I must thank you, right?"

"This..." Lin Chuan hesitated.

"Come on down, join me for a couple of drinks," Yang Zi smiled.

"Alright!" Lin Chuan nodded.

Lin Chuan parked his car by the roadside, locked it up with his keys.

Yang Zi was elated, she quickly hooked onto Lin Chuan's arm, but Lin Chuan habitually dodged her hand and moved aside. Yang Zi pursed her lips, but she swiftly changed her expression from a shy, annoyed look to a playful and cute demeanor.

Lin Chuan climbed into the passenger seat; the performance of the Mercedes sports car was quite good, and the speed wasn't bad either. But once you sit inside, you feel like you're almost sinking, almost reclining inside. This posture can only be found in sports cars.

Yang Zi sat inside the car, her long legs pressing the brake, the short skirt caught under the seat, revealing her black lace panties, with the skirt almost hiked up to her thighs. Such enticing scenery almost made Lin Chuan's blood boil. Lin Chuan, who is quite keen on sensual things, would be easily stirred by even a slight temptation. Lin Chuan couldn't help but glance occasionally at her skirt. Snow-white thighs, flawless, proportioned without a hint of extra flesh, almost make Lin Chuan want to reach out and touch, to feel just how smooth and fine that skin is.

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