civilwarnovels Chapter 330 The Minister of Justice has arrived!
Chapter 330 The Minister of Justice has arrived!
Those greetings, the awe and respect in the eyes of the employees, and this real building shattered her last doubts like a heavy hammer.
Her younger brother is truly amazing! This brother who needed her protection has grown up to be so big!
Ye Fan noticed the ripples in her eyes and naturally guided her on the tour.
After passing through the empty, brand-new staff restaurant, they took the elevator directly to the fourth floor—the territory of Red Bean Capital.
It's much quieter here.
The door to General Manager Chen Lichuan's office was tightly closed.
There were only staff on duty on the entire floor.
Ye Fan pointed to the investment portfolio on the wall: "Red Bean Capital has invested in several companies, the largest being ByteDance. After the National Day holiday, we will provide angel round funding for our newly established 'Red Bean Catering'."
Then, he pushed open a heavy, soundproof door with a sign that read "Trading Room".
The room was dimly lit, and several rows of professional multi-screen trading terminals stood quietly.
"This is where we operate in the secondary market," Ye Fan patted one of the machines.
Gu Lan's heart started racing involuntarily.
"Investing in ByteDance," "angel round," "secondary market"... these financial terms flowed freely from his younger brother's mouth, closely associated with him.
She felt a wave of dizziness; her brother's territory was far larger and more complex than she had imagined.
Her professional instincts led her to subconsciously search her mind for legal risks and compliance points.
Afterwards, they went to the fifth floor—the office area of Context Technology.
The sounds of keyboard typing, discussions, and telephone ringing mingled together, creating a vibrant atmosphere that contrasted sharply with the quietness downstairs.
Many employees chose to stay and work overtime – the National Day holiday is a peak season for social media users, and platform stability is crucial; the five times overtime pay is also a strong attraction.
"The boss is here!"
"Boss, didn't you go home for the holiday?"
"Hello, Mr. Ye!"
Upon seeing Ye Fan, many employees greeted him warmly, addressing him casually and intimately.
These are all veterans who followed Xiang Hao in starting his business and fought side by side before moving into this building.
Ye Fan responded casually, "Thank you everyone for your hard work!"
Standing in the center of the office area, he introduced to Gu Lan: "Mewe is the core product of Yujian. It's the instant sharing software that Xiang Hao made before, which we bought and rebranded."
Gu Lan is familiar with Mewe, and she also uses the software. She finds its features even more fun than Weibo, and many young people use it now.
At this moment, the turmoil in Gu Lan's heart finally broke through the last dam.
This is not simply a matter of belief or disbelief, but a temporary upheaval of one's worldview.
Looking at her younger brother, who was both familiar and unfamiliar, she was filled with a cacophony of questions: How did he do it? How could he weave such a dazzling business network in such a short time? A sense of absurdity and shock overwhelmed her.
Ye Fan didn't urge her, but stood quietly to the side with a gentle smile on his lips, patiently waiting for his sister to digest the reality that was about to overturn her understanding.
He understood that this would take time.
......
After a while.
Ye Fan led Gu Lan away from the bustling fifth floor, through the quiet corridor, and arrived at the legal department area on the same floor.
The atmosphere here is professional and quiet, contrasting with the vibrancy of Context Technology.
Ye Fan stopped in front of a dark wooden door with a sign that read "Minister's Office," and turned to Gu Lan to indicate, "Look! Sis, we've arrived at the Ministry of Justice. This is your private territory."
He pointed to the door, his tone slightly smug.
"Mine?" Gu Lan frowned habitually, examining the doorplate with a scrutinizing look.
Although she was mentally prepared, seeing the words "Minister's Office" associated with her still made her heart skip a beat.
This younger brother is really generous.
"Yes! Yours! It's true, go in and see if you like it?" Ye Fan smiled and gently pushed open the heavy door.
A spacious and bright office immediately comes into view.
The floor-to-ceiling windows offer a view of the bustling streets of Nanjing, bathed in natural light.
A large, heavy solid wood desk stands by the window, with a brand-new computer and stationery on it.
A set of high-quality leather sofas and a coffee table in the same color scheme create a comfortable reception area.
The coffee machine in the corner was flashing a blue standby light, and the outlines of drinks could be vaguely seen in the small refrigerator next to it.
The bookshelves against the wall were empty, seemingly waiting for their owner to fill them with dossiers and legal codes.
The space is simple and elegant, yet the details exude a subtle luxury.
"How's it going, sis? Is there anything you're not satisfied with? The layout, the furniture, the lighting? Just tell me, and I'll have someone fix it right away." His tone was very serious.
Gu Lan did not answer immediately, but slowly walked inside.
Her fingertips brushed across the smooth tabletop, her gaze sweeping over the beige walls, the simple lines of the shelving unit, and the vibrant green plant by the window—a blend of Nordic minimalism and a touch of modern Chinese style, which happened to be her favorite style.
She knew in her heart that this was no coincidence.
This kid definitely gave specific instructions during the renovation.
She circled around, finally stopping in front of Ye Fan, her gaze sharp as she stared at him, a playful smile playing on her lips: "Ye Fan, did you already plan the office's decor from the moment you decided to ask me for help? Did you already include me in your 'Red Bean Empire' blueprint from the very beginning?"
Ye Fan felt a little guilty under her gaze, chuckled, and touched his nose: "Haha, sis, what you're saying isn't 'considering' at all! It's just my sincere affection for you! Look, you'll graduate in a few months, finding a job is such a hassle. We shouldn't let good opportunities go to outsiders. With such a large operation like ours, wouldn't it be a waste if you, a top law student, didn't come and help? I'm just desperately seeking talent!"
His words were sincere and heartfelt, with a touch of playfulness.
Gu Lan rolled her eyes at him, deliberately putting on a stern face: "Stop talking nonsense. Tell me, when do you need me to come?"
Her tone seemed indifferent, but her eyes had already softened.
Ye Fan's eyes lit up, and he immediately seized the opportunity: "Of course, the sooner the better! Sister, if you're willing to come, you can take office right now! The position of Minister of Justice is vacant!"
He gestured for him to take a seat.
Gu Lan finally couldn't hold back any longer and raised her hand as if to hit him: "You brat! You just think of me as a tool, huh? It's National Day! A public holiday! You want me to go to work now? I think you're asking for a beating!"
Although her actions were frightening, her tone was more like a sister scolding her brother.
"Ahem! It's a misunderstanding, a huge misunderstanding!" Ye Fan quickly took a half step back, his hands clasped in surrender, and explained without batting an eye, "Sis, am I the kind of heartless boss who exploits his own sister? This is just me expressing my eagerness for you to come and guide my work! It's absolutely out of respect for you, and for the labor law!"
He emphasized the words "labor law" in a very serious manner.