"Big brother! Hurry up! The passengers on the plane have all boarded!" reminded Ding, one of the three close friends. Yet Gao Liang still hadn't heard. He only turned to Dong Jiao and said, "Wife! Believe me—I've always cared for you, loved you. Never doubt your husband, okay?" "Yes, husband!" Dong Jiao felt deeply comforted by Gao Liang's constant attention. She now truly believed that her life was incomplete without this outstanding man by her side. Indeed, yesterday's selfless act of saving her life proved that. Her life had always been in Gao Liang's hands. From now on, whenever her husband needed her, she would treat him well and shoulder his burdens and challenges with dedication. Gao Liang and Zhang Yупing returned to the same university—the Kyoto University—while Dong Jiao went back to the nation's top performing arts university—the Kyoto Media University (formerly known as the renowned Kyoto Film School). Chen Yuting returned to the hotel she managed—the Mengzhu Grand Hotel. Three close friends, along with their teams of brothers, weren't there just to eat for free. Just like the brothers from Longfeng Hall, once they received substantial bonuses, they became highly motivated—serving not only as hotel security staff but also stepping into employee roles. Whenever there were heavier tasks, they eagerly volunteered to take them on. Chen Yuting truly proved herself to be a rare managerial talent, a recognition that stemmed from Gao Liang's keen eye. From the very moment he spotted her selling newspapers on the street, Gao Liang had sensed that Chen Yuting would surely become a key force in his business ventures. Backed by the strong financial foundation of Yi Wu Cheng Shen Real Estate Company, Meng Zhu Hotel has gained new energy. According to its development plans, it has introduced numerous consumer facilities, enhancing both its physical and operational capabilities—offering an integrated range of services for dining, accommodation, tourism, commerce, and entertainment. Spent a huge sum on extensive renovations, significantly elevating the hotel's standard. Under the guidance of Gao Liang, Chen Yuting boldly introduced reforms, implementing daily performance evaluations for both new and veteran staff, and setting wage levels based on performance. This approach greatly boosted staff enthusiasm, prompting them to actively learn about hotel operations and services, thereby significantly improving the overall service quality. There are no fewer than 30 five-star hotels in Kyoto, yet only around ten possess real strength. Among these ten, only three truly stand out. These are the Haidong Hotel, the Huaguo Mountain Hotel, and the newly emerging Mengzhu Hotel. The Mengzhu Hotel, in particular, is led by Chen Yuting, a dynamic and accomplished young female manager. Chen Yuting completely stepped in to drive sweeping reforms. She is proficient in management and has naturally focused on attracting talent, placing particular emphasis on pre-employment training for both new and existing staff. She then sends these trained employees "outward" to learn advanced hotel service practices at other hotels. Additionally, Chen Yuting actively recruits top talent with competitive salaries. Since the hotel emphasizes service and management, under her diligent efforts, a variety of culinary series have been introduced, offering both northern and southern flavors, tailored to different preferences. All aspects now meet or exceed the standards of five-star hotels—this has been reported in the Jingdu City Daily. As a result, Mengzhu Hotel has seen booming business, with guests arriving continuously. Located in a bustling commercial district, its convenient transportation and location have enabled it to achieve daily financial gains. However, with such strong business performance, the hotel naturally attracts resistance and competitive pressure from the other two hotels. Haile Long Hotel and Hua Guoshan Hotel privately reached an agreement, aiming to drive the less-liked Mengzhu Hotel out of business through aggressive price reductions. However, they were mistaken. Although Mengzhu Hotel's prices are slightly higher, guests who have experienced its services know that it offers a wide variety of amenities, high service standards, and excellent guest treatment. In contrast, despite being more affordable, the other two hotels have seen only steady, unremarkable business—neither thriving nor struggling. This has left the two hotels deeply dissatisfied yet powerless. The reason? Through inquiries, they learned that Mengzhu Hotel is guarded by over 100 security staff from Fenghuo Hall, all of whom are strong and agile—thus, the other hotels dare not act. Zhou Chao and Zhou Quanxiong could not stop Gao Liang. Gao Liang’s progress was unstoppable. "I wish to become a god," his determination to achieve divinity grew stronger and more unshakable. "Any who stand in my way shall fall! Who they may be, I care not." Such a passionate voice made Zhou Chao feel incredibly intimidated. "High-light! High-light! Don't think you're doing so well—though we've clashed many times, I've never managed to gain the upper hand. But I've got plenty of tricks up my sleeve, hey! Your Dream Pearl Hotel! I'm going to make you suffer! Chen Yuting, this capable businesswoman—how could you have nurtured him so well? I'm not satisfied at all! I'm determined to make her stumble badly in the business world, so she'll never forget my strength!" Zhou Chao's ideas were as numerous as the stars in the sky. As soon as he returned to school, he immediately went to Chen Zixue. Naturally, they were perfectly aligned, and the two of them exchanged a private, sly smile. It seemed as though Chen Yuting was desperately pleading with them, while Gao Liang was helplessly sighing. Recently, Gao Liang had been extremely busy every time he returned to school. Because managing the company had taken up a lot of time, several tasks had been postponed, and over the past few days, he hadn't left the campus to refresh himself. His wife, Zhang Yупing, had also been attending language classes. As a result, the matter of Mengzhu Hotel had been entirely forgotten. Chen Zixue and Zhou Chao entered and took seats at a round table emitting a gentle fragrance. Chen Zixue, who had accompanied his father Chen Shangming to numerous major cities and many five-star hotels, was known for his discerning eye for hotels—yet, when he sat comfortably in the soft, plush seats, he was thoroughly satisfied. A beautiful female server, with graceful hands, poured them each a full cup of fragrant tea. Zhou Chao, however, was visibly impatient, turning to the server and saying, "What's your name? How much do you earn here?" "Thank you, sir," she replied. "I'm Xiao Mei. As for my salary, it's not something I'd like to share. Please enjoy your tea— I need to head to the back to attend to some matters!" Xiao Mei was exceptionally poised and elegant. As she departed, her graceful, measured steps caused Zhou Chao to lose his gaze entirely, unable to look away.