Chapter 95: Haisha Charity Night

Zhao Min stared blankly at the robot pouring hot water for her, her face full of disbelief. She had never entered Chen Mo’s Laboratory and didn’t know what was being researched inside. Usually, she just arranged things for him according to his requests.

She had just come up to Chen Mo’s Office and was called over by him to see this Robot. A robot from a sci-fi movie appeared right before her eyes.

She suspected if she had traveled through time, and her mind couldn’t wrap around it.

“Is this the little toy you mentioned?” Zhao Min took the cup of water handed to her by the robot, looking amazed.

“It’s a small toy, finished yesterday, and it just learned to walk today. I asked Xiaoyu to come up this morning to collect human movement data.” Chen Mo said.

“Your toys are really unique. Is the technology mature yet?” Zhao Min looked at the robot in admiration.

“Not fully mature. It’s still in the data testing phase.” Chen Mo said. “Right now, it’s my Laboratory assistant, a Robot assistant.”

“Once the technology is mature, how much do you estimate it will cost?”

“It’s hard to say, but since starting research on it, excluding the intelligent core, it cost twenty million. The most important thing is it used up a lot of brain cells. If mass-produced, the cost would be around one million.” Chen Mo said.

“Are you interested in launching it on the market?” Zhao Min said.

“The technology isn’t mature yet. Its components and parameters don’t have specific data. The lifespan is unknown. If it breaks right after being sold, that would ruin our reputation.”

“Alright, when the technology is mature and you’re ready to launch, let me know. If the cost really is just one million, I’ll make you the richest person in the world.” Zhao Min looked at the robot, thought for a moment, and said, “But you’re about to become the richest person soon anyway.”

“What do you mean?” Chen Mo said.

“I can’t estimate the company’s current market value, but your net worth is definitely enough to break into the top ten of the domestic wealth ranking.” Zhao Min said. “You’ll reach the top very soon.”

“How so?” Chen Mo said.

He had no real concept of money now, only knowing he had a lot. He hadn’t checked the exact number. With the Science and Technology Library, money had become meaningless.

“In a couple of days, I’m going to Europe to discuss cooperation with European telecom operators, to bring Butterfly Eye into the international market. When Butterfly Eye goes global, money will come faster than from a printing press. Since I’ll be away, there’s something I want you to handle for me.”

“What is it?” Chen Mo asked.

“The Haisha Charity Night.”

Zhao Min placed the invitation in front of Chen Mo.

“This year’s event happens to be held in Binhai City. Our company is a major enterprise in Binhai City and is also on the invitation list. Many businesspeople, celebrities, and elites from other fields will be there. I’m going to Europe and can’t attend, so you’ll have to go.”

“I’m not good at socializing. I’d probably just sit in a corner and eat.” Chen Mo said.

For some people, this kind of Charity Night was a platform to build connections. In any circle, networking was important, especially in the business world.

Many people attended Charity Nights even if they didn’t donate money, just to seize the opportunity to expand their network.

In the beginning, Legion Ant Company got its start thanks to the connections Zhao Min had built.

But Chen Mo didn’t want to deal with scheming and politics, so he left company affairs to Zhao Min.

“All introverted tech guys use ‘not good at socializing’ as an excuse. I’ve always been the one attending all these events. You, the Chairman, should make an appearance too. You can’t just work behind closed doors. Your words carry more weight than mine as Chairman, and this is for charity—it can boost the company’s reputation and image.” Zhao Min said.

“Do I really have to go?” Chen Mo said.

“You don’t have to agree.” Zhao Min said teasingly. “I’ll go find Xiaoyu and have her bring her boyfriend to represent the company.”

Chen Mo was amused by Zhao Min; she knew how to use a roundabout way. If Xiaoyu came to ask him, he really wouldn’t know how to refuse.

“Alright, I’ll go.” Chen Mo said.

“The Charity Night is in a week. I’ll have someone custom-make formal wear for you.”

“You know my measurements?”

“Xiaoyu knows.” Zhao Min stood up from her seat and deliberately glanced at the robot in the corner. “If you plan to launch the Robot on the market, let me know in advance.”

“Okay.”

Chen Mo didn’t really like social events. But since it was for charity, he didn’t mind participating.

The saying went: when poor, take care of yourself; when successful, care for the world. It wasn’t just empty words, but the method of charity had to be appropriate, not blindly helping.

Although some charities had scandals that made people distrust them, you couldn’t give up eating for fear of choking. He had heard of Haisha Charity Night; they donated actual goods instead of giving money to a charity organization, which made the charity more practical.

After Zhao Min left, Chen Mo set the Charity Night invitation aside and continued reading and working.

The night before the Charity Night began.

Chen Mo and Xiaoyu were watching a movie on the sofa when the doorbell rang. As soon as he opened the door, Wang Hai walked in carrying two boxes.

“Chairman, General Manager Zhao asked me to deliver these. They’re the formal wear for tomorrow night’s banquet.”

After placing the outfits on the table, Wang Hai turned and left.

Chen Mo opened the boxes and handed one outfit to Xiaoyu. “This is yours. Go try it on. If it doesn’t fit, we can still have it altered now.”

“Mine?” Xiaoyu looked at Chen Mo.

“You didn’t know? I thought Zhao Min told you, so I never mentioned it. Tomorrow night is the Haisha Charity Night, and you’re coming with me.”

“Sister Zhao only said you were going to the event. She didn’t say I was going.”

“If I’m going, don’t I need a plus-one? If you want your boyfriend to find another female companion to go with, I don’t mind.” Chen Mo said with a smile.

“You dare?”

Xiaoyu let out a light hum, took the outfit, and went into the room.

Not long after, Xiaoyu walked out.

The moment he saw Xiaoyu, Chen Mo was amazed and looked at her carefully. He realized that Xiaoyu was like a model—different clothes brought out different vibes in her.

The silk long dress had a V-neck that just revealed her collarbone. Paired with the creamy white color of the silk, it gave her a gentle, pure aura, like a fairy who had descended to earth—making people want to look twice.

Xiaoyu’s looks weren’t drop-dead gorgeous, but she was still beautiful and had an outstanding presence.

“Indeed, clothes make the person.” Chen Mo praised.

“Silly, have you looked enough? If you have, help me see if it fits.” Xiaoyu lifted the skirt and walked over to Chen Mo.

“The dress fits well, but it feels like something’s missing.” Chen Mo examined Xiaoyu.

“What’s missing?” Xiaoyu asked.

“High heels.” Chen Mo realized, went to the shoe cabinet, searched around, then came back. “I noticed you don’t have high heels. Go change out of the dress, and I’ll take you out to buy a few pairs.”

“Is that necessary?” Xiaoyu said.

“Xiaoyu, I notice you’re being distant with me. You’re my girlfriend now. If you don’t change, I’ll help you change.” Without another word, Chen Mo picked Xiaoyu up and headed toward the room.

“Ah, put me down! I’ll change myself.”

“Too late.”

…

Ten minutes later, Xiaoyu followed Chen Mo out, her face flushed and her eyes soft.

“You’re bad.”

“That’s bad? Counting the time, I’ll be able to have you completely soon.” Chen Mo had a faint smile on his face.

“Silly.” Xiaoyu said, feigning annoyance.

…

Bickering lightly, the two left the Villa.