In the morning, after a simple breakfast, Hu You took Manager Yang on a major shopping spree.
They bought ten sets of the latest electronic entertainment devices, such as the PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox!
Various photography equipment, headphones, speakers, mobile phones, massage chairs, and VR devices were all purchased without exception!
Especially computers.
With 5090 graphics cards, 15th-gen i9 processors, and all sorts of ROG configurations maxed out, ten units were bought, all pre-loaded with various single-player games.
For no other reason than these were the crystallization of human industrial history!
Once the rainy season ends, everything will be overturned and restarted.
Possessing these things would clearly allow for the quicker establishment of a new civilized society!
Hmm... it definitely wasn't for fun.
All of these were handled in a one-stop shop at Macau's largest electronics city.
When it came time to pay, the salesperson was stunned.
Manager Yang, ever professional, asked, "Mr. Hu, would you like us to handle the customs procedures for you in advance?"
"No need."
Hu You glanced at the truck being loaded, "Just have the truck follow me."
Customs?
He didn't mind paying some tariffs, but he did mind the slow pace on the road!
Anyway, he was going to buy a boat, so he would just load the items onto the boat, then put the boat into his spatial backpack!
All set!
By the time everything was loaded onto the truck, it was already eleven in the morning.
Manager Yang enthusiastically invited Hu You to dine at their family's Michelin three-star restaurant, Chongtian Food Palace.
Of course, it was also free.
Hu You didn't stand on ceremony; his motto was, if it's free, eat it!
As soon as he got into the extended limousine heading to the restaurant, Shen Shan's call came in.
"Boss, my matters are handled. Where can I find you?"
"You know Chongtian Food Palace, right?"
"Yes, I'll be there in half an hour."
"Okay."
Hu You responded, hung up the phone, and then looked at Manager Yang, "Prepare a meal for three, no problem, right?"
"Of course."
Manager Yang sat opposite Hu You and respectfully offered him a glass of champagne, "As you wish."
Hu You took the champagne and took a sip.
The cool sensation filled his mouth.
If only that rain hadn't happened!
That money would have been enough for me to live this extravagant life every day from now on!
What a pity... Hu You looked at the golden liquid in the glass and secretly made up his mind.
Apocalypse?
Even a second before the world ends, I will maintain this standard of living!
"How much is this champagne?"
"Eighteen thousand per bottle. If you require it, we will send you a case for your tasting."
"Besides the complimentary case, I also want to buy some more."
"How much?"
Hu You pointed to the truck behind the limousine, "One truckload."
"One... one truckload? Like that small truck behind us?"
"Is that not possible?"
"Of course not!"
Manager Yang's face returned to a smile, "We will serve you with utmost dedication and have it ready for you this afternoon."
"Also, one truckload of red wine, one truckload of whiskey, and one truckload of baijiu. Make sure they are high quality; price is not an issue."
"Also... also in that kind of truck?"
Manager Yang's smile had vanished.
"Of course."
...Twelve noon.
The limousine drove to the front of the casino.
Before Hu You even got out of the car, he saw Shen Shan respectfully standing by the roadside, holding a little girl's hand.
The little girl looked extremely cute, with the sunlight on her face, like a living doll, but... she was in a wheelchair.
The car stopped nearby.
Manager Yang immediately got out and opened the door, ushering Hu You out of the car.
"Boss."
Shen Shan pushed the little girl forward and didn't forget to teach her to greet, "Bu Bu, say uncle."
"Hello, Big Brother!"
Bu Bu looked at Hu You with a hint of curiosity, "Are you my dad's new boss?"
"Yes, I am."
Hu You squatted in front of the wheelchair, a big smile on his face, and said to Bu Bu, "Your name is Bu Bu, right? How old are you this year?"
"I'm seven this year! How about you, Big Brother? How old are you?"
"I'm twenty-four, so you should call me uncle, you know."
"Hmm~ that's not right!"
Bu Bu exclaimed, "Dad said that if someone doesn't have a beard, you call them Big Brother. Big Brother, you don't have a beard, and you're so handsome, how could I call you uncle? I should call you Big Brother!"
Hu You was momentarily torn between laughter and tears, "Then what kind of person should be called uncle?"
"Him!"
Bu Bu raised her hand and pointed at Manager Yang, "He has wrinkles on his face; he should be called uncle."
"Uh..."
Manager Yang smiled wryly but didn't feel offended.
A girl like Bu Bu, no matter what she said, could hardly make anyone feel annoyed.
Hu You also rubbed her head, extremely fond of her.
He looked at Shen Shan and smiled, "Your daughter is too cute."
"As long as Boss doesn't mind."
Shen Shan replied helplessly, looking down at Bu Buwith eyes full of pity.
"Let's go, let's eat first."
Hu You looked at Bu Bu, "Bu Bu, what do you like to eat? Big Brother will treat you!"
"Really!"
Bu Bu's eyes instantly lit up, and she started counting on her fingers, "Bu Bu likes egg tarts, pineapple buns, pork chop buns, ice cream, and... and chocolate!"
"Can you eat all of those!"
Before Hu You could answer, Shen Shan rubbed her head, "No, you've already had chocolate today. If you eat more, your teeth will go bad."
"Oh..."
Bu Bu lowered her head, looking like a frosted eggplant.
"It's okay, you can eat them later."
Hu You looked at Manager Yang, "Get a truckload of these things too. You know the quality."
"Ah?"
Manager Yang was stunned, "Mr. Hu, egg tarts and those things are not easy to store. A truckload..."
"Hmm?"
Hu You didn't say much, just uttered a single syllable.
"I'll arrange for someone to purchase them for you immediately!"
"Boss..."
Shen Shan's mouth twitched, "You don't need to go to such expense. How much can a child eat? One serving is fine."
He thought the 'truck' referred to a shopping cart or similar unit of measurement, so he wasn't too surprised.
"It's okay, you'll understand later."
As a bodyguard, Shen Shan would know some things sooner or later.
As long as his favorability reached a certain level, Hu You would naturally tell him some things.
Of course, not now.
Hu You looked at Bu Bu, a big smile on his face, "Bu Bu, shall we go have lunch first?"
"Okay!"
Seeing Hu You being so good to Bu Bu, Shen Shan's favorability increased again.
[Shen Shan Favorability +9, currently 29]
Just one point away from thirty.
It seems that every ten points of favorability is a threshold; once it crosses that threshold, the attitude will undergo a qualitative change.
Hu You also looked at Bu Bu in the wheelchair, and her panel popped up.
[Name: Shen Bubu
Gender: Female
Age: 7
Skills: Master of Cuteness, Beginner Singing, Beginner Instrument Playing.
Personality: Obedient, Well-behaved, Sensible, Eager to Learn.
Favorability: 19]
Everyone entered the private room of the restaurant, and Shen Shan's security work began at that moment.
He carefully checked every dish that came up, and only when it was confirmed to be fine would he place it on Hu You's table.
According to the rules, he was originally supposed to take Bu Bu out to eat.
But before he could even speak, Hu You had already taken a slice of steak and was feeding Bu Bu.
"Big Brother, I'll do it myself."
Bu Bu seriously refused, "Bu Bu is very capable; she can eat by herself!"
"Okay, Bu Bu is the best."
Hu You also put down his knife and fork and looked at Shen Shan, who was busy nearby, "Brother Shen, you should also sit down and eat quickly; we still have things to do later."
"This... alright."
Shen Shan also noticed that it was a meal for three.
He didn't refuse and sat next to Bu Bu to eat.
Hu You looked at the panel, a surge of joy in his heart.
[Shen Shan Favorability +10, currently 30]
[Shen Bubu Favorability +11, currently 30]
Not just Shen Shan's, but Bu Bu's too.
As for Manager Yang... he didn't enter the private room; he was probably busy preparing things.
Twelve noon.
As soon as the time arrived, his phone vibrated.
Hu You opened the screen and saw that it was Mu Lingxiu calling.
He answered the phone, and her voice immediately came through.
"Mr. Hu, the shipowner has been contacted. May I ask if your itinerary has changed? If not, we can pick you up and take you to the dock to see the ship."
"No need."
Hu You picked up a napkin and wiped his mouth, "We'll be right over."