The Tycoon System: I Have a Universal Land

"Young Master, stop staring—you've been frozen for a while!" teased Aunt Zhang from the side, causing Shang Yunyan to blush.

"Aunt Zhang! Are you making fun of me too?"

"Oh, Young Master, if you like her, go after her! With your looks and your wealth, women would be lining up for miles. What are you worried about?"

"Aunt Zhang, you're exaggerating! I'm going upstairs."

Nearby, Duan Yurou chuckled softly before returning to her duties. With over 5,000 square meters of villa to manage, there was always plenty of work to be done. Even routine tasks like cleaning and dusting took a considerable amount of time.

However, the generous salary and Shang Yunyan's respectful and sincere demeanor made the staff work diligently and cherish their positions.

The next morning, Shang Yunyan received a call from Xue'er.

"Young Master, I've looked into the auction details and registered you for it. I've reserved three invitations as well."

"Great! When is it?"

"It's next Friday at 5:59 p.m. The Tianji Development Company will be participating in an auction hosted by the Xu family, one of the capital's most prominent clans. They're auctioning off some of their properties through this event."

"Alright. That day, you and Yurou will accompany me."

"Understood, Young Master."

Time passed quickly, and soon it was the day of court proceedings. Shang Yunyan's legal representatives attended in his place to testify and recover the embezzled funds. Armed with overwhelming evidence, the four accused individuals could only plead guilty. To Shang Yunyan's surprise, the case resulted in the recovery of nearly 100 million yuan.

The news shocked not only Shang Yunyan but also Zhu Li, the former chairman of United Fit. The recovered amount was nearly equivalent to the company's cash flow, forcing Zhu Li to reevaluate his own incompetence during his tenure as chairman.

Now under Shang Yunyan's ownership, United Fit was thriving. Despite Shang Yunyan rarely appearing at the company, his team had eradicated many of its toxic practices and implemented multi-sector reforms to diversify revenue streams. These changes, which Zhu Li had failed to achieve, were accomplished under the leadership of a young protégé in her twenties.

On Thursday, Shang Yunyan, accompanied by Duan Yurou and Xue'er, went shopping for attire suitable for the auction. Shang Yunyan was clueless about formal attire, but both women had experience working for a major financial conglomerate in Shanghai. The chairman they once served frequently attended such events, so they were well-versed in the appropriate dress codes and etiquette.

Inside a Dior boutique, Shang Yunyan, dressed in a fitted suit, already felt he looked presentable. Yet Xue'er was busy attaching a brooch to his lapel, while Duan Yurou tucked a silk handkerchief into his breast pocket.

"Alright, enough! I feel like a Christmas tree. Stop adding more things—it's too much! I'm just attending an auction. Do we really need all this fuss?"

"Young Master, this is etiquette. It's necessary," Duan Yurou said firmly. "Tomorrow, you'll meet representatives from many major companies in the capital. It's a prime opportunity to network and forge potential partnerships."

Ignoring Shang Yunyan's complaints, Duan Yurou focused on ensuring he was impeccably dressed. With his looks, height, and natural charisma, she thought it essential for him to make a flawless impression in such a public setting.

Meanwhile, Shang Yunyan felt trapped in a rigid frame, unable to move comfortably.

"This is so uncomfortable! I just want to be natural. Besides, I have no interest in mingling with wealthy businessmen or their spoiled heirs. Whatever they accomplish or fail to do has nothing to do with me. Trust me, your Young Master is destined to surpass them all in the future!"

Hearing this, Duan Yurou and Xue'er paused. They adjusted their approach, stepping back to reevaluate his outfit. Finally, Duan Yurou spoke up.

"If that's how you feel, Young Master, we'll simplify your look. Let's remove the necklace, the silk handkerchief, and the brooch. We'll also ditch the glasses we added. However, Young Master, you should consider investing in some premium accessories, such as a high-end watch or a luxury pen for signing documents. These items are subtle but significant in showcasing your status. Also, I checked with Xue'er—tomorrow's event requires proof of funds for entry. You'll need to prepare in advance."

"Don't worry about that. I've got it covered."

Shang Yunyan recalled a previous conversation with the system, where it had informed him that his initial company earnings of 1.4 billion yuan had grown to 11 billion in the Universal Land. After six days of further compounding, his assets now stood at a staggering 45 billion yuan. By tomorrow, the figure would increase even more. He simply needed to transfer the funds from the Universal Land to his bank account before the event.

"Young Master, how do you feel about this look now?"

Dressed in a simple yet sharply tailored suit, Shang Yunyan exuded an aura of power and sophistication. There were no unnecessary embellishments, and he no longer felt restricted. This was the outfit he decided to go with.