Chapter 396: Chapter 199: The Benefits of Gift-Giving and Showing Off at Entertainment Venues

"Alright then, you two can work overtime! Sister Tang, if you have things to do, you can leave early!"

Li Jingsheng had never encountered employees who volunteered for overtime before.

"They are too young and lack experience in handling many things, which makes me a bit uneasy. Anyway, I’ve brought Niuniu over, working overtime for a while is no problem."

Tang Ping was worried about potential issues at the clinic; she didn’t dare leave the inexperienced Xiaogao and Han Siying alone.

Although Sunshine Clinic already held a high status and authority on the Old Street of South City, no competitor dared to cause trouble. Yet, in this area, there were all kinds of people.

No one could guarantee that some wouldn’t pretend to be patients or actually have some illness, coming to Sunshine Clinic dreaming of ’making a fortune’.

Last time, a cancer patient surnamed Kuang had his sights set on Sunshine Clinic.

If Li Jingsheng hadn’t been cautious, he would have nearly fallen for it.

"Alright, then the three of you can work overtime together! Order some food and get a portion for Niuniu, I’ll reimburse you tomorrow. Sister Tang, when you’re done, lock the door; I don’t know when I’ll be back."

Li Jingsheng quite liked the child Niuniu.

She’s obedient, sensible, studies diligently enough, it would be ideal if she could develop a little more courage.

After arranging the clinic matters, he called President Yan.

"President Yan, I’ve just finished work here. Is it okay to come over now to sign the rental contract?"

"Come over! The same tea house as last time, don’t bother with gifts."

President Yan’s voice remained cold, but authoritative.

This time, he specifically mentioned not bringing gifts, possibly worried Li Jingsheng might again buy cigarettes and alcohol or similar presents.

"Alright!"

Li Jingsheng certainly had no objections.

"Bring your ID, the clinic’s official seal, and certificates."

He reminded once more.

"Alright, alright!"

President Yan asking for those things indicated that renting that little courtyard no longer had any obstacles.

Eagerly with the documents in hand, Li Jingsheng left with his bag.

Recently, he’s been incredibly busy.

It feels like there’s an endless amount of things to do every day.

This was good; better than the old days of being bored to death, sitting in the clinic studying or practicing basic surgical skills.

He took a cab to the tea house and called President Yan.

Unexpectedly, the man already arrived.

Sitting inside the tea house, in the same old spot as last time.

President Yan seemed rather nostalgic.

Such people often have affection and loyalty.

Why say this? Two small examples. A jerk finds girlfriends or marries, discarding each one irresponsibly. Yet, a man who, after divorcing his ex-wife ten years ago, heard she was seriously ill without funds for treatment.

This man offered 300,000 to his ex-wife for medical treatment.

When asked by a reporter why he did it, he simply said, "because she’s the mother of my child."

Therefore, people who are nostalgic often have emotions and loyalty, not cutting ties when a person leaves.

"Sorry to keep you waiting!"

Li Jingsheng approached apologetically with a smile.

"I just got here not long ago. Last time you called me, it took over half an hour to arrive; I figured it would be similar this time, so I came directly. Did you bring all the documents?"

President Yan was decidedly more amicable than last time.

His tone of voice was different too.

"I have everything with me! Please have a look!"

Li Jingsheng handed over all documentation for review.

President Yan took them and checked thoroughly.

"Not even thirty, very young!"

After examining Li Jingsheng’s ID and setting it aside, he continued reviewing other documents.

Renting a property like this from an organization might be a bit troublesome.

The main issue was the somewhat complex paperwork.

"The documents are fine, but I need two copies of each. Also, as mentioned before, the rent for the second floor is forty thousand per year, but I’m giving you a five thousand discount. The total annual rent for the entire courtyard is seventy thousand. The contract will be for ten years, with rent paid annually. I’ll provide you with a company account; when transferring the money, make sure to indicate it’s for the rent of building No. 7 on Old Street of South City."

President Yan was organized and very precise in handling matters.

He preferred to bring everything to the table.

For instance, offering Li Jingsheng a five thousand discount on rent, subtly indicating he received the cigarette gifted last time and was offering some benefit in return.

There’s an old saying, "Cigarettes open doors, liquor finds paths."

The benefit of gift-giving is spending small to accomplish large tasks, saving significant money.

A single pack of cigarettes might cost one thousand yuan, yet now President Yan lowered the rent for one floor by five thousand, helping him save ten thousand a year for two floors.

The value of that cigarette multiplied manifold.

Moreover, after receiving the cigarette, he helped inquire regarding renting the first floor.

Li Jingsheng gained substantial benefits.

The pair signed the rental contract on the spot, with President Yan telling him that the contract needed to be stamped by the organization. Three copies will be made, and one would be returned to Li Jingsheng later.

He also directed Li Jingsheng to transfer the year’s rent to the company account by ten o’clock the next morning if possible.

It was an account at the Industrial and Commercial Bank.

It seems many organizations open accounts there; whether due to regulatory requirements or other reasons remains unclear.

Transfering to such institutional accounts, if inter-bank, occasionally might take two to three days to complete.

It’s best to transfer within the same bank, generally immediate.

After signing the contract and receiving the bank account details, Li Jingsheng got up to leave.

He was immensely grateful to President Yan.

Just as before, he covered the expenses at the counter.

President Yan didn’t attempt to stop him.

Even with the signed contract, without the counterparty’s stamped contract, Li Jingsheng felt somewhat uneasy.

However, this matter seemed certain now.