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Lin Yu rubbed her eyes in disbelief, but no matter how hard she tried, the scene before her remained unchanged.
The old and cheap desk was piled high with thick folders, resembling a precarious little mountain.
Above her head, an old ceiling fan buzzed lazily, producing an irritating noise.
On the wall hung a severely faded poster of a star, with its corners beginning to peel away.
Everything felt so foreign and shabby to Lin Yu, starkly contrasting with the magnificent and resplendent Fengyi Palace she remembered.
"What on earth is going on? Where am I?" Lin Yu pondered with suspicion.
Just moments ago, she had been seated in Fengyi Palace, intently reviewing important memorials.
Yet somehow, in the blink of an eye, she found herself in such a dilapidated place.
As this thought crossed her mind, Lin Yu couldn't help but feel a wave of sorrow wash over her. She sighed in lament, "Ah, what terrible luck! I’ve just been elevated to the esteemed position of Empress Dowager and should be enjoying endless wealth and glory. Yet now, all of that has vanished in an instant..."
The more she thought about it, the more dissatisfied she felt; it seemed she had suffered a great loss this time.
Just as Lin Yu was drowning in self-pity, suddenly, a clear and cheerful voice filled with joy echoed unexpectedly in her mind: "Congratulations, host! You’ve successfully crossed over! Hehe, I wonder what you think of our vibrant modern society?"
The sudden voice startled Lin Yu greatly. She looked around in panic, trying to locate the source of the sound, but aside from the disorganized office supplies around her, there was not a single figure in sight.
"Who is it? Who is talking to me?" Lin Yu's heart raced as beads of sweat formed on her forehead.
"Don’t look for me; I’m right here in your mind! I’m Inverse Light, your very own System!" Accompanying this declaration was a crisp and slightly proud voice, as if announcing its unique existence to the world.
Upon hearing this, Lin Yu rolled her eyes dramatically and muttered to herself, "Hmph, it's you again! You clearly said that once I completed my last task, I could return to my original world. And now?
How did you end up sending me to another world again? This place looks utterly dilapidated; I can’t find any other word more fitting than 'broken' to describe my current environment."
However, Inverse Light seemed oblivious to Lin Yu's dissatisfaction, still excitedly chattering away, "Oh, come on, don't be so downcast, Host! The new task I've arranged for you is quite challenging and appealing—it's to become the queen of the business world! Just imagine, once you successfully achieve your goal, you'll have mountains of gold and silver, endless wealth and glory, and anything you desire will come to you effortlessly. Isn't that an exhilarating thought?" After finishing, Inverse Light deliberately elongated its tone, trying to make its words sound more enticing.
In response, Lin Yu let out a deep sigh of resignation and shook her head in rebuttal. "Enough already! Stop trying to fool me. Wealth and glory? With my current situation, I can barely afford next month's rent." As soon as she spoke, a deep frown appeared on her face.
"What? Rent? What on earth is that?" Upon hearing the unfamiliar term from Lin Yu, Inverse Light looked puzzled, blinking its bright eyes in confusion.
Seeing Inverse Light's adorably clueless reaction, Lin Yu couldn't help but smile wryly, thinking to herself: This guy doesn't even know what rent is; it seems its understanding of modern society is quite limited.
After a patient and detailed explanation, Lin Yu finally managed to clarify what "rent" actually meant to Inverse Light.
It turned out that in today's modern society, if one wants to live in a house provided by someone else, they must regularly pay a certain amount of money to the landlord as a fee for using the property, typically on a monthly basis.
"This... this is outrageous!" Lin Yu exclaimed with wide eyes, disbelief etched across her face as if she had just witnessed the apocalypse.
She felt as if everything she had always believed in had suddenly crumbled, leaving her engulfed in confusion and helplessness.
"If I can't pay the rent, won't I end up homeless and become a pitiful vagrant?" she murmured to herself, her voice filled with panic and anxiety.
At that moment, Inverse Light confidently reassured her, "Don't worry, Host! I'm here for you! I will do my utmost to assist you in completing your task and help you ascend to the throne of the business queen!" It patted its chest proudly, exuding an air of confidence.
However, after accessing the memories of the previous host, Lin Yu felt even more speechless.
It turned out that the original owner of this body was also named Lin Yu, but she ran a small company that was on the brink of bankruptcy.
Due to business failures and massive debts incurred, she was relentlessly pursued by creditors every day.
Ultimately, unable to bear such immense pressure any longer, the original owner chose the extreme option of ending everything through suicide.
And it was precisely this situation that created the opportunity for Lin Yu to cross over into this body.
"Ding! Strong negative emotions detected from the host. Special gift: Beginner's Gift Pack has been granted: A comprehensive guide to modern business fundamentals!" As the system notification sounded, a torrent of vast information surged into Lin Yu's mind like a roaring tide.
A myriad of complex and profound business terminologies, advanced and unique management concepts, and precise market analyses exploded in her mind like countless shells, leaving her dizzy and nearly unable to think.
“Inverse Light, are you sure this isn't some kind of deliberate torture?” Lin Yu groaned, pressing her hand against her forehead, feeling as if her head might burst at any moment.
The overwhelming flood of information felt like a nightmare, giving her the sensation of impending indigestion.
“Oh dear, host, you must believe me! This path, though fraught with thorns, is undoubtedly the only way to the throne of the Business Queen!”
The passionate and encouraging voice of Inverse Light pierced through the layers of fog like a bright ray of light, shining directly into Lin Yu's heart.
“Now, let us bravely face this daunting challenge together!” Inverse Light declared, its words ringing out like a rallying horn before battle.
However, at that moment, Lin Yu was still lost in confusion about the unknown challenges ahead, not fully aware of her surroundings.
Suddenly, a chaotic and heavy sound of footsteps approached from afar, resembling a storm.
Lin Yu's heart tightened with an ominous premonition.
Almost simultaneously, there was a loud bang as the office door—previously shut tight—was violently forced open.
In strode a burly man with a face full of coarse features and an aggressive demeanor.
This man not only had a terrifying appearance but also exuded an aura of menace that sent chills down one’s spine.
What was even more alarming was that two towering figures followed closely behind him—muscular men resembling iron towers.
It was clear to anyone with eyes that this group was not to be trifled with!
The man with the coarse features glared fiercely at Lin Yu, shouting, “Lin Yu, you little brat! How dare you hide here! I want to know when you're going to pay back the money you owe me!”
His tone was exceptionally fierce, each word seeming to be squeezed out from between clenched teeth, sending shivers down the spine of anyone who heard it.
Meanwhile, his strong, muscular hands were tightly clenched into fists, swinging wildly as if he would not hesitate to throw a punch at Lin Yu should she show any sign of defiance.
Faced with this sudden turn of events, Lin Yu was clearly frightened.
Her eyes widened in terror as she looked at the fierce man before her, stammering, "W-What is going on? When did I ever owe anyone money?"
Just as Lin Yu was at a loss, the familiar voice of Inverse Light rang out timely: "Don't panic, host. This person is your creditor, known in the underworld as 'President Wang'! The original owner borrowed a large sum from him and has yet to repay it!"
Inverse Light's explanation was like a beacon in the dark, instantly dispelling the heavy fog in Lin Yu's mind and finally clarifying the situation for her.
"Creditor? President Wang?" Upon hearing this title, Lin Yu's heart sank as if gripped by an invisible hand, and she couldn't help but gasp.
Oh my God, she had never dealt with someone like him before!
In that moment, countless thoughts flashed through her mind—fear, anxiety, helplessness surged like a tide.
Just then, Inverse Light's voice shone like a ray of hope in the darkness: "Don't be afraid, host! I'm here! I will teach you how to handle this!" The confidence in that voice seemed to radiate endless strength and wisdom.
Grasping onto this lifeline, Lin Yu took a deep breath and tried to calm the turmoil within her as much as possible.
She knew that at this moment, she absolutely could not lose her composure; she had to think quickly to come up with a way to buy some time.
Thus, Lin Yu forced herself to appear calm, managing a strained smile as she spoke in the most soothing tone she could muster: "President Wang, please don't rush. I'm really trying to figure out how to raise the money."
However, President Wang's gaze pierced through her like a knife, scrutinizing her with disdain and contempt.
"Raise money? How do you plan to do that? Are you going to sell yourself?" President Wang sneered mockingly. His words were like a sharp sword, ruthlessly stabbing at Lin Yu's pride.
A bitter feeling welled up inside Lin Yu, but she forced a smile and responded self-deprecatingly, "President Wang really loves to joke. With my looks, how could I possibly catch your eye?" Despite saying this, her heart was already in turmoil, silently lamenting her plight.
"Hmph! Stop trying to play games with me! Let me tell you, your pathetic little company has long been insolvent!"
President Wang let out a cold snort, his expression growing increasingly grim. "If you don't pay back every cent you owe me today, don't blame me for being rude!"
With his arms crossed, he stood in a domineering posture, seemingly convinced that Lin Yu was utterly incapable of repaying the debt.
"President Wang, please don't be so quick to dismiss me. Just hear me out—I've been in deep discussions with several insightful investors lately. I am confident that it won't be long before I secure the financing," Lin Yu said, striving to appear calm and composed, though her slightly trembling voice betrayed her inner anxiety.
"Hahaha..." President Wang's laughter erupted abruptly, filling the room with an exaggerated sound that seemed to echo off the walls.
He laughed so hard that he leaned back and forth, his hands slapping the table as if he had just heard the greatest joke in the world. "Investors? You? You actually think you can bring in financing? What a pipe dream!"
Faced with President Wang's mockery and skepticism, Lin Yu gritted her teeth and took a deep breath before continuing, "President Wang, please don't jump to conclusions. I'm not lying; I really am negotiating with investors! Look, here are their business cards."
With that, Lin Yu quickly reached into the drawer of her desk and rummaged through it until she pulled out a thick stack of business cards, carefully handing them over to President Wang.
He took the cards with a skeptical look on his face and began to flip through them casually.
But just a few seconds later, he tossed the stack aside as if it were garbage, a sneer curling at the corners of his mouth. "Hmph! What are these so-called business cards worth? Just some random nobodies! Do you really think you can fool me with a few names?"
Seeing this, Lin Yu hurriedly stepped forward to pick up the discarded cards, anxious to defend herself. "President Wang, you can't say that! They are definitely not nobodies; they are truly capable investors! Please take another look."
"Capable? More like broke!" President Wang scoffed. "Let me make this clear: don’t try to play tricks on me! I’m giving you three days. If I don’t see my money by then, you'll face the consequences!"
"Three days? That's... that's too short!" Lin Yu felt a wave of panic wash over her. Where was she supposed to find that much money in such a short time?
"What? Too short? Fine, make it two days!" President Wang said menacingly.
"No, no, no! Three days is fine!" Lin Yu quickly replied, fearing that President Wang would shorten the deadline even further.
With that, President Wang turned and left with two burly men in tow.
Lin Yu finally let out a sigh of relief and slumped into her chair.
"Inverse Light, where am I supposed to find investors in just three days?"
"Don't worry, Host. There will always be a way when the time comes!" Inverse Light reassured her. "If it really comes down to it, we can exchange for some items to help out."
"Exchange items? What are those?" Lin Yu asked curiously.
"They're magical objects that can help you complete your tasks!" Inverse Light explained. "For example, you could exchange for a 'Business Genius' aura. Wear it, and you'll become a business prodigy, easily winning over investors!"
"Such good stuff exists? Hurry up and give me one!" Lin Yu exclaimed excitedly.
"Hold on, Host. Exchanging items requires Points, and you don't have enough Points right now," Inverse Light doused her enthusiasm with cold water.
"Points? What are those? How can I earn Points?" Lin Yu fired off a series of questions.
"Points are rewards you earn after completing tasks! You haven't completed any tasks yet, so you have no Points," Inverse Light clarified.
"What should I do then? Am I just supposed to sit here and do nothing?" Lin Yu was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan.
"Don't panic, Host. Even though you don't have Points right now, you can try using the knowledge from the Beginner's Gift Pack to solve your problems!" Inverse Light reminded her.
Lin Yu slapped her forehead; how could she have forgotten about that!
She quickly opened the Beginner's Gift Pack and began to study it intently.
"Hmm... this 'SWOT Analysis Method' seems interesting; it can be used to analyze a company's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats..."
"And this 'Porter's Five Forces Model' can be used to analyze the competitive landscape of the industry..."
"This '4P Marketing Theory' is also good; it can help formulate marketing strategies..."
Lin Yuyue watched with increasing fascination, as if she had opened the door to a new world.
She discovered that the business realm held so many interesting knowledge and skills, far more useful than the lofty poetry and literature she had learned in the palace!
"Host, how are you feeling now?" The voice of Inverse Light was filled with anticipation.
"I feel... better than ever!" Lin Yu exclaimed excitedly. "I feel empowered, and I’m sure I can tackle the crisis ahead!"
"That's great! Keep it up, Host, I believe in you!" Inverse Light encouraged.
Lin Yu rubbed her temples, feeling a sense of confusion about the road ahead.
Was three days really enough?
She looked out at the bustling street beyond the window, her heart filled with unease.
This unfamiliar modern society felt like a vast maze to her, full of challenges and unknowns.
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