On the way in, Chen Yang briefly explained the main business of the company to her.

It's in tourism. The company is still in the start-up phase and has a long way to go before making a profit.

Upon hearing Chen Yang's description, Tan Jing's expression was as surprised as it could be.

As the conversation progressed, she became even more astonished.

"Chen Yang... Your company's main business isn't undertaking the top tourist area of Liuhua Village, is it?" Tan Jing asked Chen Yang somewhat incredulously.

Chen Yang looked completely at ease: "Yes, that tourist area is currently being developed by our company. When the time comes, you're welcome to support us by bringing more friends to our park for a visit."

Chen Yang's ease was evident, and Tan Jing's mouth hung open in surprise, big enough to fit an egg.

"Impressive! You took on such a large tourist area, you're so young and capable!" Tan Jing couldn't help but give a thumbs up, her big eyes shining as she looked at Chen Yang.

Chen Yang felt a bit embarrassed by this.

"Haha, don't say it like that, you're making me feel uncomfortable." Chen Yang laughed modestly, glanced up, and saw they had reached the entrance to an office supply store. He quickly changed the subject and pointed at the store, "Hey, there's an office supply store here, let's go in and take a look."

With that, Chen Yang walked in.

Tan Jing, slightly regaining her composure from the surprise, followed Chen Yang inside.

As the two of them entered the shop, a slightly plump lady proprietor immediately approached them with a smile.

"Haha, what would you two like to look at?" The lady proprietor fanned herself, smiling as she asked Chen Yang and Tan Jing.

Chen Yang glanced around and noticed the store sold almost everything related to office equipment.

"I need quite a few things. Start by showing me that large conference table." Chen Yang pointed to the huge conference table positioned in the center of the store.

The lady proprietor, noticing the potential of a big sale, beamed even more.

"Alright, please come in. I'll get you both a cup of tea so we can have a proper chat." The lady proprietor smiled joyfully and quickly went to fetch tea for Chen Yang and Tan Jing.

Only then did she begin to introduce things to Chen Yang.

"Sir, this conference table is the most fashionable on the market now. I assure you, it won't go out of style for seven or eight years. And the materials we use are quite exquisite..." Knowing Chen Yang was a big client, the lady proprietor went on and on, worried that Chen Yang might not realize how excellent her conference table was.

Chen Yang listened to her lengthy explanation while assessing the table with his eyes.

He might not understand everything else, but he could clearly evaluate the quality of the table.

The lady proprietor wasn't lying; she was telling the truth—the table is very sturdy.

The appearance is also quite fashionable.

Overall, Chen Yang was quite satisfied.

"Madam, how much is this?" Since he had taken a liking to it, Chen Yang asked for the price directly, without wasting words.

The lady proprietor hesitated slightly before quoting, "This table is a bit pricey, it'll be 38,000!"

Upon hearing this quote, Chen Yang almost turned around and left—it was too expensive.

"Madam, this is way too expensive, just a table, does it need to be so costly?" Before Chen Yang could express his dissatisfaction with the price, Tan Jing had already spoken, unable to hold back.

The lady proprietor seemed to expect Tan Jing's reaction, and upon hearing her comment, she quickly replied, "Oh dear, young lady, my price isn't high; this is not an ordinary conference table. Its materials and craftsmanship are different from others. Besides, haven't you noticed? Such a large conference table can seat fifty to sixty people—it's quite rare."

The lady proprietor continued with another round of explanation.

Though she was somewhat exaggerating, it was true that such large conference tables were hard to find on the market.

Often, when such a table is needed, it requires a special order from the manufacturer.

The turnaround time can be lengthy.

"Madam, let's cut the fluff. Can this table be reduced to 28,000? If not, I'll look elsewhere." Chen Yang straightforwardly proposed a sharp reduction.

The lady proprietor turned a bit pale from shock when she saw Chen Yang's steep price cut.

"Young man, your bargaining is too harsh. At that price, I'll lose even my undergarments; please offer a little more." Her expression was pained.

But Chen Yang remained firm.

"Just 28,000, plus a complete set of chairs and teacups. Otherwise, I'll check out other places." Chen Yang replied calmly.

The lady proprietor still attempted to counter the offer.

But before she could speak, Chen Yang made as if he was about to leave.

Seeing this, she quickly agreed.

"Alright, alright, young man, 28,000 it is for you." The lady proprietor nodded in reluctant agreement.

With a chuckle, Chen Yang added, "Oh, and include delivery; it's cumbersome to transport such a large piece."

When the lady proprietor heard about including delivery, her face turned even greener.

"Young man, you're making it so hard for me. The shipping cost for such a large item is hundreds—I'm losing everything here." She lamented.

"That's not necessary, Madam. Furniture purchases usually include delivery. How could this trouble you? Let's settle it this way, I'll pay the deposit now." Chen Yang responded.

A moment ago, the lady proprietor wore a troubled look.

Upon hearing about the deposit, her expression immediately brightened.

"Alright, alright, let's take it as opening a good sale." She reluctantly agreed.

She then proceeded to issue a receipt and other paperwork.

Chen Yang made a 2,000 deposit.

The rest was to be paid after the conference table was delivered and installed.

"Alright, Madam, I've transferred the deposit. Regarding delivery timing, I'll contact you. I still need to buy other stuff." With the deposit made and receipt in hand, Chen Yang intended to leave and explore other stores.

But the lady proprietor smiled and blocked Chen Yang's path.

"Hey, young man, I have other stuff here too. If you need anything else, look around; we can deliver everything together." She smiled broadly at Chen Yang.

Chen Yang reflected for a moment, agreeing that since he was buying here, he might as well add a few items.

Thus, he and Tan Jing continued browsing the store.

Ultimately, not everything was purchased here.

Only items with a good price-to-performance ratio were bought, and then they moved on to other stores.

The two spent the entire morning walking through this furniture mall, exploring various places.

Although it took quite a bit of time, it wasn't in vain; nearly everything they needed was bought.

As midday approached, there wasn't enough time to return for lunch, so Chen Yang took Tan Jing to a nearby restaurant.

During the meal, Tan Jing jokingly expressed her complaint to Chen Yang.

"Oh! I spent the entire morning with you, and now I have to treat you to lunch. I'm losing on all fronts."

Chen Yang couldn't help but laugh at this.

"Oh come on, I'll treat you this time, and you owe me one for later. Deal?"

Tan Jing, grumbling a second ago, perked up instantly on hearing this.

"Haha, now that sounds better. So, you'll cover this meal, won't you?" She said with a smile.

"Sure, it's on me." Chen Yang nodded with a smile, agreeing.

In truth, even if Tan Jing hadn't mentioned it, he would have taken the initiative to pay.

Even though Tan Jing owed him a meal, making her treat after spending the whole morning with him felt inappropriate.

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