Only After I Was Reborn Did I Realize That I Had Childhood Sweethearts

Chapter 190: Wheres Our Bonuses? (1)

In fact, most of them didn’t have a concrete sense of making games. Many of them just vaguely completed the tasks assigned by Mei Fang, thinking it was all just for fun.

But after seeing these bundles of money, the mood of everyone present became restless.

They were still high school students. These people still had to ask their parents for money even to buy study materials, and their monthly allowance was at most a few hundred yuan, and they were still under their parents’ supervision.

Now, they were looking at a total of 80,000 yuan. In their parents’ generation, they would earn just over 3,000 to 4,000 yuan per month. This amount of money was undoubtedly a huge sum that could change their perspectives on life.

“Now, I’ll distribute the year-end bonuses one by one. However, since it’s the profit-sharing portion related to game-related work, Peng Xue won’t receive a bonus. I hope you understand,” Mei Fang explained.

Peng Xue made an OK gesture and said, “I indeed didn’t do any work, but Boss Mei, you don’t need to be so formal. I don’t mind!”

Mei Fang continued, “If you’re willing to continue to be with the team, you can rely on Yuan Yuan to form a band in the future. You’ll get a share of Yuan Yuan’s album sales profits, performance fees, and other compensations. Additionally, our new project will also require game music design, but that will lean more towards the software side, which might involve Liu Xiaoyu more.”

“Whether it’s about money or not, it doesn’t matter to me. As long as I can be with Yuan Yuan, that’s all I want! Let’s all work hard together in the future, yeah!” Peng Xue and Xia Yuan high-fived each other across the room, displaying their usual synergy and intimacy.

Next, Mei Fang asked Lin Youxi to hand over 3,000 yuan. This money was Zhang Ming’s year-end bonus. Mei Fang put the money into an envelope and handed it to Zhang Ming, then explained to everyone: “Zhang Ming was mainly responsible for the planning and numerical data planning work for Reigns. This is part of his salary and bonus.”

Holding the money in his hand, Zhang Ming felt embarrassed. “I only helped you during the summer vacation, and I didn’t do it that well. You scolded me all the time. Is it really appropriate to give me so much?”

“It’s normal to receive criticism as a game designer. Sometimes, I was just joking. Don’t take it to heart. You did a decent job,” Mei Fang reassured him.

Due to his talent for gaming, Zhang Ming was quite adept at game planning. Mathematics was his strong suit, and he had some exposure to mathematical modeling through his experience in science experimental class. These abilities were particularly important for numerical data planning.

“No, I really can’t accept this… I feel so embarrassed.”

“If I’m giving it to you, then take it. Don’t feel embarrassed!” Mei Fang said seriously. “Besides, your year-end bonus is the smallest.”

“Oh, that’s harsh!”

“Don’t cry, Zhang Ming. I don’t have a single cent,” Peng Xue joked from the side.

After a few jokes from the group, the initially awkward atmosphere instantly became lively, and the private room was filled with laughter as they teased Zhang Ming.

Then, Mei Fang handed out Liu Xiaoyu’s bonus, and he asked Xia Yuan to explain this part:

“Since inviting Xiaoyu to join Ximilu Studio, she has been helping me with music editing and producing accompaniments. She practically completed the accompaniment for Bare Face on her own. It’s not easy to balance studying and music. Xiaoyu has always been a hardworking girl, so… this money is what you deserve.”

The three of them gave Liu Xiaoyu a bonus of 7,000 yuan, which Mei Fang and Xia Yuan had agreed upon earlier.

“I’ve only been… just working on music-related stuff, I haven’t really helped out with the games at all. And I’ve been getting a salary every month anyway, so is it really okay for me to be paid this much? Zhang Ming has been working on some planning work, so how can I be getting paid more than him…” Liu Xiaoyu murmured, unwilling to accept so much money, but Xia Yuan forcefully stuffed the money into her hand.

“Ah Fang said that your study of FL Studio is preparing you for future game music work. Even if it’s an internship, it’s reasonable. Besides, when we release albums in the future, we can earn more money. You always spend time with me working overtime, so I hope you can accept this money.”

“Actually… I really like it too. I really like the feeling of everyone working together towards their dreams… Mei Fang’s lyrics and Yuan Yuan’s compositions…both of you are very talented, and I’m just helping out a little… Of course, I will also learn more in the future and try to keep up with everyone,” Liu Xiaoyu said with a blush on her face. She mumbled a lot and couldn’t find the right words. Peng Xue led everyone in applauding and encouraging her. After sitting down, she started rubbing her eyes.

In this life, Liu Xiaoyu was a bit insecure, but deep down, she still had the same passion for the things she loved as in her previous life. Mei Fang had the idea of changing her fate and making amends for the past, but Liu Xiaoyu was indeed a great employee. Not only did she have talent for the corresponding projects, but she was also hardworking, determined, and willing to endure hardships. She deserved recognition.

The total year-end bonus was 80,000 yuan, but only 10,000 yuan had been distributed so far. Mei Fang, Xia Yuan, and Lin Youxi, who were supposed to receive the largest shares, did not participate in the profit-sharing this time. The remaining 70,000 yuan would be quite substantial no matter how it was divided between Yue Xinyi and Guo Yun.

Lin Youxi was responsible for distributing Yue Xinyi’s 20,000 yuan year-end bonus. She handed over the money without saying a word, and Mei Fang pulled Lin Youxi’s arm.

“Do…do I need to say something?”

“You’re the web administrator of C Site. Isn’t it obvious?”

“Alright.”

Lin Youxi cleared her throat a little and said, “Since the summer vacation, Xinyi has been responsible for maintaining and managing the external affairs of C Site. At first glance, it may seem unrelated to games, but C Site is currently our most important and traffic-rich video sharing site. Our games’ sales of around 80,000 copies owe a lot to C Site. So, this is also your rightful share.”

Mei Fang added from the side, “Yue Xinyi was also handling the copywriting and planning work for Life Reset Simulator. Although we didn’t work together, Yue Xinyi is indeed an indispensable member of our team.”

“Um… Thank you.”

Yue Xinyi received a thick stack of banknotes from Lin Youxi and returned to her seat amidst applause.

“Xiaoyizi, why are you so quiet? Normally, when someone receives such a large sum of money, they should be jumping with excitement, right?”

Peng Xue kept poking Yue Xinyi, and Yue Xinyi, with her head down, endured it for a while before finally giving in and pinching Peng Xue’s face.

“You’re so annoying, Xiaoxue! How can I not be happy? I’m extremely happy, okay? I’m so happy that I don’t want to go to school and study anymore. I just want to start a business with Mei Fang, Youxi, and Yuan Yuan. But that’s not realistic, is it?”

“Are you thinking that far ahead…? That’s amazing.” Peng Xue clapped her hands quickly.

It had to be admitted that Yue Xinyi was currently the most management-oriented member of the team. She interacted with more users and outsourced personnel from C Site, exposing her to various types of people and broadening her horizons.

Of course, there was another reason for Yue Xinyi’s distress.

I originally continued to work hard alongside Lin Youxi and Mei Fang for the sake of the FangXi ship, but how did I end up practically becoming the operations director of the website?

“Quitting school to pursue game development is indeed not realistic right now. Although our works are popular, luck plays a significant role. I still hope that everyone can continue to work hard and make progress, supporting the team’s business while ensuring that your studies are not neglected too much.”

As Mei Fang handed out the bonuses, he smiled and reminded everyone, “Although we’re happy our projects turned out well, the fact that you’re all able to receive such a large amount of money is still largely due to, as I said luck. I hope our team can go further, but that also requires everyone to have sufficient abilities in their respective areas of responsibility. Therefore, learning and university career planning are still very important.”

“So, if anyone can’t bear the corresponding responsibilities or lacks the ability to take on major tasks, to put it bluntly, I can’t just prioritize friendship, and at that time, I’ll have to find someone better.”

Mei Fang’s words were easy to interpret. It meant that the reason everyone could receive such large bonuses at this moment was because they were working with Mei Fang and because Mei Fang was generous.

However, if their abilities couldn’t keep up with the team’s development level in the future, they could be replaced.

Such remarks instantly made the previously lively atmosphere tense.

At this moment, Xia Yuan quickly chimed in to break the ice and nudged Mei Fang’s arm.

“Ah Fang, why are you saying such strange things? We all worked hard last year, and everyone put in a lot of effort. In the future, we will continue to move forward together, be good friends, and continue to make big money!”

Xia Yuan spoke while applauding, and the others, led by Peng Xue, followed suit.

Lin Youxi, after finished clapping, reminded Mei Fang and Xia Yuan, “There is still one person whose year-end bonus hasn’t been given, don’t just conclude yet.”

“Oh, right…”

Mei Fang had Lin Youxi put the remaining 50,000 yuan into a handbag and personally handed it to Guo Yun.