Wang Yu's sudden movement made Wu Lingling, who was beside him, ponder, looking at him with confusion. However, she said nothing and retreated two steps with him.
"Hello, my name is Wang Yu. I'm doing a small business." Adhering to the principle of not hitting a smiling person, Wang Yu politely introduced himself.
"What you just said was absolutely right. A great man born between heaven and earth, how can he be subservient to others? As the saying goes, the sea reaches its end, and heaven forms its shore; the mountain reaches its peak, and I am the summit. A man should achieve something..."
Li Mo grabbed Wang Yu's hand and began to talk incessantly.
Well, this guy's eloquence is really good. He's not only chuunibyo but also extremely passionate, with a captivating tone that could definitely make him a livestream influencer in the future, making people want to agree with him.
However, he wasn't a washed-up artist with a small mustache, nor was Wang Yu an ignorant bystander in a beer hall. Wang Yu subtly withdrew his hand.
Wang Yu muttered in his heart, putting on a humble smile.
"I was just saying casually; it was a spontaneous thought."
"Sometimes, it is in unintentional moments that true grandeur is revealed..." Li Mo continued to talk, seemingly oblivious to Wang Yu's actions.
"Mhm, yes, yes!" Wang Yu's face twitched slightly, wanting to leave and end the conversation. Even Wu Lingling felt the awkward atmosphere.
But Li Mo seemed unaware, still talking nonstop.
"I've also arrived here in Jianghan City. I believe we are all destined for great things. As the saying goes, a fledgling eagle spreads its wings, disdainful of the sky's lowliness..."
"Wang Yu, look at this person," Wu Lingling whispered in Wang Yu's ear.
"Don't panic," Wang Yu said, gently patting Wu Lingling's hand to reassure her.
"Hello, Li Mo. It's a pleasure to meet you. What are your main plans in Jianghan City?" Wang Yu asked Li Mo, trying to change the subject.
"Do what?" Li Mo blinked slightly. "Probably to achieve something! I'll try my hand at education and training. Of course, before that, I need to find a job performing in a bar to make ends meet. But a big city like this shouldn't lack opportunities."
So, he's just someone with grand ideals but no practical actions or concrete plans.
Wang Yu curled his lips. People like this exist in every era. They talk eloquently about grand directions, strategies, and policies, but lack any actual action.
Simply put, they're all talk and no action. They're not even as good as Zhao Kuo, who talked strategy on paper; at least he took some practical action, even if the results weren't great!
"Mhm, it's nice to meet you. But my partner and I really have some matters to attend to," Wang Yu said apologetically. Wu Lingling remained silent beside him, seemingly not objecting to him calling her his partner.
Then Wang Yu took out his wallet and produced two 10-yuan bills.
Dealing with someone like this, who resembled a pyramid scheme promoter, was best done by cutting losses and letting them leave with money, so they would find their next target.
"Since we've met, I should treat you to a meal. But we're genuinely tied up right now, you see..."
Before Wang Yu could finish, Li Mo suddenly became furious, as if he had been severely insulted. "I genuinely wanted to be friends with you. Are you looking down on me by offering money?"
"Uh... I..." Wang Yu was speechless. So, this guy is not only an idealist but also a dreamer!
In later generations, he would be simply called a "213 youth"!
"Take your foul money away! I, Li Mo, would rather starve to death than accept charity!"
Li Mo's indignant shout, combined with his sharp appearance, was quite imposing.
Li Mo's outburst immediately attracted the attention of many people, and soon, curious onlookers gathered.
Spectating was in the national character, especially in a crowded place like a bus station!
A circle quickly formed, with people whispering and commenting amongst themselves.
"Wang Yu, let's go," Wu Lingling's face was pale.
"Okay."
Wang Yu nodded, then looked at the still resentful Li Mo. After a moment's thought, he decided to change his tone.
"How about this? I actually do want to be friends with you, Brother Li Mo, but I'm genuinely tied up with something. This money isn't a handout; I want to ask for your help as a small reward."
Wang Yu pondered for a moment before speaking to Li Mo.
"Help? What kind of help?" Li Mo's interest was immediately piqued.
"It's like this: I'm running a small business, and I've come to the provincial capital, Jianghan City, to expand my market."
Wang Yu fabricated an excuse and was met with Li Mo's nod of understanding.
In this era, the commodity economy was just emerging, and there were indeed many people traveling for business. However, not many brought along a beautiful partner. This explanation made sense.
"But, as the saying goes, it takes three stakes to build a fence, and three helpers for a hero. My own abilities are limited. So, since I've encountered you, Brother Li Mo, I'd like to ask for your help in promoting my business."
As Wang Yu spoke, he took out a small booklet from his backpack.
He flipped it open and found a list of all Wang Yu's current products, including those already in mass production like electric kettles and electric fans, as well as those still in the trial production stage, like electric pressure cookers and portable music players.
It contained detailed functional descriptions, usage instructions, and various specifications.
The designs were exquisite, with clear and vibrant images, and the written descriptions were accurate and detailed.
"Huh? When did you prepare these?"
Wu Lingling asked curiously from the side. Wang Yu had somehow managed to prepare a product catalog.
"I previously hired an advertising company to specially commission these at a great expense, intending to use them for product investment promotion later. This is just the initial version I had made. I brought it with me to review the effects and check for any issues in my spare time."
Wang Yu replied directly to Wu Lingling, then solemnly handed the booklet to Li Mo.
"These are the products I'm selling. They're all novelties. If you can help me find channels to sell them, Brother Li Mo, I won't shortchange you on your tea money. This 20 yuan is a bit of travel expense in advance."
Wang Yu said earnestly, and Li Mo took the product catalog very seriously.
"I see. I misunderstood, Brother Wang Yu. I didn't expect you to have such an eye for talent and recognize my abilities."
Li Mo briefly flipped through the product catalog and then stated confidently, "Since you've asked me, and as the saying goes, a scholar dies for his confidant, I'll reluctantly agree to help you. However, let me be clear: I don't need payment, but I want to take 10% of the profits you earn."
Uh, why does this sound so familiar?
Wang Yu's mouth twitched slightly, but Wu Lingling kept nudging his lower back, so he didn't say much more and nodded profusely.
"Of course, of course. I'll be relying on you, Brother Li Mo!"
"Don't worry, leave it to me! With my extraordinary abilities, I guarantee you'll be rolling in wealth!" Li Mo smiled confidently, took the product catalog from Wang Yu, and left without accepting the 20 yuan.
He strode away with the bearing of a triumphant general!
"Someone so capable, and he didn't even leave contact information before leaving?" Wu Lingling pouted.
"Come on, perhaps he's so confident that he's not afraid of not being able to find me?" Wang Yu laughed. "After all, I'm such an outstanding person; I can stand out even in a crowd."
"Yes, yes, whatever you say. Alright, let's go quickly. We're being gawked at like monkeys here!" Wu Lingling gave him a playful glare and pulled Wang Yu, turning to leave.
However, after parting the crowd, her movement suddenly stopped.
"Lingling, long time no see."
A deep baritone voice slowly said.