"So, Assistant Fang, would you be interested in working for me?"
"What exactly do you mean by that, Miss Lin?"
Fang Zhou's pupils constricted at Lin Yan's words, followed by a somewhat mocking smile.
It wasn't that she looked down on Lin Yan, but rather that she was very familiar with Lin Yan's past. This included Lin Yan offending Yang Meng and her family's business being forced into bankruptcy.
Her boss had always believed that he had brought Lin Yan back as a double for Yang Meng simply because Lin Yan bore a slight resemblance to Yang Meng.
But she suddenly understood now that Lin Yan becoming Yang Meng's double was definitely not a coincidence.
After all, if the current Lin Yan and Yang Meng stood side-by-side, the difference in their quality would be starkly apparent!
So, in her current predicament, what right did Lin Yan have to ask her to work for her!
"Assistant Fang, you probably don't want to be stuck dealing with these kinds of matters for the boss forever, do you?"
Lin Yan sat on the opposite side of the sofa and said very calmly.
"I earn a million a year!" Fang Zhou's tone was even more nonchalant.
"But your prospects for promotion are very limited, at best you'll become a branch manager. I know Zhao Xin Yu has three assistants, and you, Miss Fang, are more focused on lifestyle matters."
Lin Yan spoke with certainty, simultaneously confident that she could persuade Fang Zhou.
"As I said, I earn a million a year." Fang Zhou picked up the water glass in front of her and took a sip.
"A million a year doesn't quite match your hard work." Lin Yan shook her head.
"Oh? Then what kind of compensation can Miss Lin offer me? From what I know, Miss Lin doesn't have much wealth on hand. So, is Miss Lin just stringing me along?"
"You don't think you can convince me to give up my current million-dollar salary to work for you with just a few words, do you?"
Fang Zhou's words carried a hint of sarcasm, but she didn't refute Lin Yan's statement. In truth, her abilities were no worse than the other assistants, but she was a woman.
"I can also offer you a million-dollar salary, and even original shares.
However, everything here is starting from scratch, so it might be a bit tiring. Do you have any interest, Miss Fang?"
Lin Yan smiled as she looked at Fang Zhou, knowing that this woman was definitely not content with her current position.
She saw ambition in her eyes, and the look of exasperated disappointment she had given her earlier was precisely why Lin Yan had chosen her.
Lin Yan greatly admired women who climbed the ladder through their own abilities and also liked ambitious people.
"How can Miss Lin guarantee her words? After all, you are currently living in a 'golden house' provided by our boss."
Fang Zhou was indeed starting to feel tempted. She felt that the Lin Yan in front of her was a very suitable investment.
"Miss Fang, if you've been paying attention to my situation, you should already know that my family's industries have been auctioned off."
"I've heard a little."
"But in reality, those industries are still in my hands." Lin Yan revealed a trump card.
Fang Zhou froze, almost dropping the glass in her hand. But she quickly masked her astonishment.
"Is that so? Then, what would Miss Lin have me do? Or rather, what are Miss Lin's upcoming plans?"
Fang Zhou needed to know more before she could definitively decide if it was worth abandoning her current job.
"Miss Fang, you should also be aware that I've offended certain individuals, so it's not convenient for me to appear in public. Therefore, I need someone to represent me."
"Of course, you wouldn't be a puppet. In my industries, you will have significant autonomy. How far this company develops will depend on your capabilities."
"With me, you will be a founding member, possessing original equity. And because I cannot appear publicly, you will be the figurehead in charge until I can bring down my enemy."
Lin Yan earnestly described the benefits she could offer Fang Zhou.
"But you must know the kind of enemy you will be facing. It will likely be very difficult to bring her down."
"In the business world, there are only eternal interests, and no eternal sentiments. My enemy possesses no real ability herself; she only relies on those who are infatuated with her."
"Indeed, lean on mountains and they will crumble, rely on people and they will run. True power is what one holds oneself!"
Fang Zhou greatly agreed with Lin Yan's words. That Miss Yang Meng wasn't merely relying on those infatuated with her.
It was just that men couldn't understand her methods; they fell for her act. Any woman could see through her innocent facade.
Now, she felt increasingly that the Lin Yan in front of her was very much to her liking. Working with such a superior would surely be enjoyable.
"So, do you want to stand with me at the pinnacle of power and admire the scenery from the mountaintop?" Lin Yan extended her hand to Fang Zhou.
"Then, please guide me, boss!" Fang Zhou grasped Lin Yan's hand.
Giving up her current job was not without hesitation for Fang Zhou, but she trusted Lin Yan.
Furthermore, as Lin Yan had said, she had no real prospects for promotion in her current position.
If her boss were to remarry a possessive wife, she would have no choice but to pack her bags and leave.
But working for Lin Yan was different. She believed Lin Yan's words. Because that Miss Yang couldn't appear in public, everything would be handled by her.
Moreover, this was a new company, and Lin Yan had promised her original shares. Holding significant power, substantial returns, ample room for advancement, and the ability to utilize her strengths. She truly couldn't think of any reason to refuse.
The main thing now was to see how much registered capital her new boss could provide. However, since she could afford to buy Lin's factories and warehouses, it indicated she was far from short on money.
"I wonder what the direction of our new company will be?" Fang Zhou asked curiously.
"You agree to join without even knowing the direction? It seems Miss Fang trusts me quite a bit!"
"I trust my own abilities more!" Fang Zhou stated confidently.
"Then here's to your confidence and abilities."
Lin Yan raised the water glass in her hand and gestured towards Fang Zhou. Fang Zhou also lifted her glass and clinked it with Lin Yan's from across the space.
Afterward, Lin Yan explained the business direction of the new company to Fang Zhou. The new company would primarily focus on the entertainment industry.
However, as it was just starting, everything was difficult at the beginning. Coupled with the presence of a giant like Yang Meng in the entertainment circle, developing the company would be quite challenging.
But neither of them was afraid of difficulty. Wasn't a challenge an opportunity to showcase one's abilities?
Of course, Fang Zhou had such confidence because she had her own savings, and Lin Yan had also promised to continue paying her a million-dollar annual salary, not to mention annual dividends.
Lin Yan's confidence stemmed from her current savings, the string of zeros being the main reason she could be so generous.
Although neither of them was particularly familiar with the entertainment industry, they knew that capital reigned supreme in this circle.
With capital, they believed they could carve out a piece of the entertainment industry cake.