April 24, 2023, Monday, cloudy, 8~13°C.

At 6 AM, Tang Song woke up to his excellent biological clock.

He changed into his workout clothes, drank a glass of warm water, used the bathroom, smiled, and began his daily fasted cardio.

After breakfast, he rested for a while and then performed half an hour of posture training.

With everything packed, Tang Song hailed a taxi to the Baode BMW 4S store in Yan City.

Due to the long distance and the rush hour, it took nearly half an hour to reach the destination.

As he walked through the automatic glass doors, a friendly salesgirl immediately greeted him: “Hello, sir. How can I assist you?”

“Is Yu Qiuna from the sales department available? I have an appointment with her.”

The salesgirl called out in a direction, “Nana, your client is here!”

Standing at the counter, Yu Qiuna quickly ran over. In her early twenties, she looked very energetic, with delicate features and short to medium-length hair. She was wearing a black women’s business suit.

Tang Song took out his ID and handed it over, “Hello, I’m here to pick up my car.”

Yu Qiuna glanced at the ID, her heart skipped a beat, and her expression immediately became lively, “Mr. Tang! Please wait in the lounge for a moment. I will arrange the car pickup process for you right away.”

“Okay, thank you.”

Tang Song sat on a large sofa in the corner, his eyes scanning the spacious and luxurious showroom, filled with glittering BMW cars.

He imagined his BMW 330i Yaoye, eager to see it in person.

After about ten minutes, Yu Qiuna walked over quickly, bending down beside him, “Mr. Tang, your car is ready in the pickup area. Let me take you there.”

“Thank you.”

The brightly lit pickup area was adorned with flowers, balloons, and decorations. A car covered with a black dust cover sat quietly, its smooth lines barely visible, exuding a unique beauty.

Yu Qiuna smiled, “Mr. Tang, would you like to unveil the car yourself? I can take a photo to commemorate the moment.”

“Sure, thanks!” Tang Song nodded slightly, feeling a bit excited about experiencing a car pickup ceremony for the first time.

He grabbed the soft dust cover and pulled it back forcefully, revealing the shiny black car body.

Under the spotlight, the BMW 330i emitted a deep luster like obsidian, exuding elegance and dynamism.

The wide front grille and sharp headlights created a strong visual impact. The black paint accentuated the car's lines, making it look smooth and natural, very refined.

Tang Song took a deep breath, feeling his heartbeat accelerate.

“This is a standard-wheelbase 330, with a 2.0T 245 horsepower engine, rear-wheel drive. The carbon black exterior is paired with a volcanic red interior, very stylish. It has 360-degree panoramic imaging, 16 Harman Kardon speakers, a heads-up display, blue eyebrow headlights… The optional features are fully loaded: 19-inch black aluminum alloy wheels, driver assistance system, winter package, comfort package…”

As the salesgirl introduced the car, Tang Song inspected it inside and out. After confirming everything was fine, he signed the acceptance form without hesitation.

A clear voice came from behind, “Sorry for being late, Mr. Tang!”

Tang Song turned around to see a well-dressed man in his thirties approaching. He was wearing a suit and had neatly groomed hair.

Yu Qiuna straightened up, bowed, and greeted, “Mr. Zhao!”

Hearing the title, Tang Song realized this must be the manager who helped arrange the car transfer from another city.

Mr. Zhao’s face lit up with a warm smile. He extended his hand, “Hello, Mr. Tang. I’m Zhao Wenyu, the Sales Director of Baode Automobile Sales and Service Company. Thank you for choosing our dealership. Please excuse any shortcomings in our service.” Content originally comes from N()velFire.net

“Hello, Mr. Zhao.”

They shook hands briefly and exchanged a few pleasantries.

Zhao Wenyu then detailed the car’s specifications and added, “To ensure you received your car quickly, we contacted the headquarters and transferred a matching car from Rongcheng. I hope you are satisfied.”

“Thank you, I’m very satisfied.”

“You’re too kind! We have internal channels to help with registration and insurance. It can be completed by noon. If you’re not busy, you can relax in our second-floor lounge, which has billiards, a theater, massage chairs, coffee, and snacks.”

Tang Song checked the time and smiled, “Sure.”

After a brief chat, Zhao Wenyu left, having made a positive impression without overstaying.

In the second-floor lounge, Tang Song was pleasantly surprised by a large bookshelf stocked with various literary works and fashion magazines.

After browsing, he picked up a copy of The Old Man and the Sea, sat in a massage chair, and started reading while sipping coffee provided by the sales staff.

After a while, his phone rang.

Tang Song put down the book, checked the caller ID, and answered the local landline number.

A sweet voice came through, “Hello, Tang Song. This is Tian Jing from the Human Resources Department. Is this a good time to talk?”

Tang Song raised his eyebrows, “Yes, it’s fine.”

...

At Jinxiu Commerce Co., Ltd., Tian Jing sat in her office, nervously tapping her leg, contemplating how to proceed.

This was her first time handling such a delicate matter since becoming the Compensation Supervisor, and she felt uneasy about it.

After much hesitation, she opened WeChat and entered a group chat named 二次元の美好 (The Beauty of Two Dimensions).

The group was currently discussing cosplay costume designs.

Tian Jing sent an urgent message, “Help! @Qingqing @Yunyu, I need advice from you workplace pros! I’m in trouble!”

Given the workday and her anxious tone, responses came quickly.

Qingqing: "What happened, Xiaojing? Is someone bullying you at work?"

Sisi: "Are you being harassed at work? I'm still in school and terrified of this happening."

Tian Jing: "I'm in charge of compensation now, and the Tech Department Supervisor wants me to talk to an employee. If he agrees to a 10% pay cut, he can stay; otherwise, he has to leave. I feel this is really underhanded. How do I approach this?"

Yunyu: "That's classic black-hearted leadership for you! Xiaojing, are you going to help them?"

Tian Jing: "But it's my job, and the HR Director agreed. This will likely happen more often. How can I break the news gently?"

Yunyu: "Maybe you could wear a maid cosplay and talk to him, softening the blow with some charm."

Sisi: "I have a high-slit one, Little Jing. Only 99 yuan with shipping included!"

... The chat soon filled with playful replies, offering suggestions involving tails, bells, and belts, making Tian Jing blush furiously.

She angrily typed, “Stop joking! I'm serious! @Qingqing, you manage dozens of people. Please advise me!”

After a while, Qingqing replied.

Qingqing: "You can start by complimenting his character and abilities, praising his strengths. Approach him as a friend, make him feel relaxed, and then gently convey the real reason. With your approval as a sweet girl, it will soften the blow."

Reading the message twice, Tian Jing finally felt a bit more confident.

She picked up the phone on her desk and dialed the number.