jdhmnovel Chapter 1531 Heavy Snow, New Year's Atmosphere
Chapter 1531 Heavy Snow, New Year's Atmosphere
Ordinary employees rarely know Chen Mu's schedule.
Therefore, naturally, on the previous times I returned, there was hardly anyone to greet me.
Now, the Wilderness Ronin are live-streaming the entire event. Knowing Boss Chen's itinerary, employees who have time will come out to greet him. Those who don't have time will open their windows and cheer.
The Wanderer turned off the live stream, came to Chen Mu's side, nudged him, and said as if to boast:
"Boss, how's it going? Not bad, right?"
You're usually too low-key and don't like to show yourself in crowds.
Making a proper appearance can also increase team cohesion, right? With everything in danger right now, everyone needs to see a strong you.
Chen Mu felt something was off about what Xiao Lang said, yet it also seemed to make some sense.
Chen Mu has always been adept at persuading others. He can often convince people completely with just a few words... leaving them utterly convinced.
But this time, Chen Mu admitted that he was somewhat persuaded by Xiao Lang.
Xiaolang's welcoming gestures may seem awkward, but they are indeed quite awkward.
However, from another perspective, this welcoming ceremony does not benefit Xiaolang himself.
If Chen Mu doesn't approve and doesn't accept Xiao Lang's favor, then Xiao Lang's efforts will have been completely wasted.
Conversely, it would be very beneficial for Chen Mu.
Firstly, it provides emotional value to Chen Mu.
Returning from the brink of death in the Ghost Gate, seeing one's subordinates lining up to welcome them back, brings a sense of relief and honor that soothes the weary soul.
Secondly, it would also greatly enhance Chen Mu's reputation.
Having just returned victorious from the Ghost Gate, Chen Mu's subordinates' admiration and loyalty towards him would only increase further upon seeing his triumphant return.
Who doesn't like a strong leader? Especially when that leader has just returned victorious.
Therefore, Xiao Lang's awkward welcoming ceremony was particularly advantageous to Chen Mu, but not necessarily to Xiao Lang—whether it was advantageous or not depended entirely on Chen Mu's decision.
A subordinate might be willing to do something that isn't necessarily beneficial to him, but he might be willing to put on an awkward performance to boost his boss's reputation.
Regardless of the circumstances, Xiaolang's gesture was truly commendable.
Chen Mu always complained about Xiao Lang's awkwardness and eccentricity, but he never said that Xiao Lang was a bad person or that he was incompetent.
Chen Mu glanced at Xiao Lang. This guy was willing to go all out and was also exceptionally good at publicity.
More importantly, Xiao Lang has proven his absolute loyalty through his continuous actions.
This kind of subordinate deserves a suitable position. It will also help to burn off some of Xiao Lang's energy and prevent him from doing even more absurd things.
Chen Mu thought this through and did not refute Xiao Lang's words.
In Chen Mu's mind, there was already a position that would be perfect for Xiao Lang.
"Boss, say something!" Xiao Lang's voice rang in Chen Mu's ear, interrupting Chen Mu's thoughts. "How's the live stream I arranged going?"
"It worked quite well. Next time something like this happens, please communicate with me beforehand, so as not to give me a scare," Chen Mu said.
"Don't worry, boss. When have I ever not followed your orders? Didn't I just ask for your opinion?" the cheeky young man said.
Chen Mu shook his head with a helpless smile; he was also helpless with this kind of subordinate.
In comparison, Xiaoye was much less troublesome. She followed me on strange missions for several days without causing any problems.
Before they could finish speaking, Chen Mu had already arrived above the Mountain and Water Courtyard.
It is now winter, and the temperature in Wangjiang City has dropped below zero.
Chen Mu could smell the scent of winter in the air.
The day before Chen Mu returned, Wangjiang City experienced its first snowfall of the winter.
The heavy white snow has been falling continuously, without stopping for even a moment.
Wangjiang City is covered in silver, with snow-covered rooftops.
The rooftops of the courtyard houses were covered with a layer of white snow. The roads and flowerbeds on both sides were also covered in snow.
The city is exceptionally quiet when it snows; the loose, porous snow absorbs the city's noise.
But even from a great distance, Chen Mu could hear the thunderous cheers from his employees in the city.
Chen Mu originally planned to return directly to the Mountain and Water Courtyard.
However, considering how enthusiastic the employees are about themselves in such cold weather.
If I don't respond, wouldn't I seem unromantic?
Chen Mu thought for a moment, then said to Xiao Ye and the Time and Space Master, "You two wait here for me, I'll be right back."
The Wild Wanderer looked at Chen Mu and spoke to Xiao Ye and the air.
The Wild Wanderer scratched his head. Was his boss under too much pressure and going insane? Why was he saying "you two" to thin air?
Before the wilderness wanderer could figure it out, Chen Mu leaped into the air and flew towards the city center.
The Wild Wanderer followed closely behind Chen Mu.
In mid-air, Chen Mu stroked his spatial ring.
He counted out one hundred million ghost coins from his spatial ring. This one hundred million ghost coins was his response to his employees.
After Chen Mufei reached a populated area, he began scattering ghost money at the crowd below.
Chen Mu's action once again drew cheers from the employees below.
"Holy crap! What is Mr. Chen doing? Is his wallet torn? Why is money leaking out?"
"You're obviously new here, aren't you? This is typical of our Boss Chen! Spending money like crazy."
"Mr. Chen has no shortage of money, and he gives us benefits whenever he's in a good mood."
Among the massive amount of ghost money, Chen Mu also mixed in some small gifts.
These small gifts were neatly wrapped in eerie gift boxes. Inside were either a gold ring or a small jar of pure eerie energy...
Some of the gift boxes were found by lucky individuals, while others were buried in the snow, waiting to be discovered by a lucky person someday.
The Wild Wanderer wasn't idle either; he took out his camera and captured the process of Chen Mu throwing money around, freezing it into a series of photos.
In the photo, Chen Mufei stands in the snow-covered city, like a king enjoying the company and cheers of the crowd.
Beneath Chen Mu, a massive amount of ghost money was scattered.
The white snow and the abundance of joss paper money complement each other, creating a classic winter scene in Wangjiang City.
The Wild Wanderer posted these photos on the Wangjiang Watcher forum, along with the following text:
[Looking towards the river, we await the first snow of winter, plus a rain of ghost money.]
This classic image was directly replaced by Xu Yueji as the forum's opening screen.
Along the way, Chen Mu noticed that lanterns and small flags had begun to be hung in the streets and alleys.
These are the employees, starting their celebration of the upcoming New Year.
In the post-apocalyptic city of Wangjiang, the atmosphere of winter and the New Year has returned.
After scattering coins around, Chen Mu finished his work and flew back to the sky above the Mountain and Water Courtyard.
Chen Mu looked back at Wangjiang City, where snow covered the sky.
Chen Mu really liked the atmosphere of the snow.
At this moment, the voice of the Time and Space Sovereign came from behind Chen Mu.