The God of Wealth starts with doing whatever you want

Xu Yun and Lin Zhengyu had just finished negotiating their cooperation with Ningde when they needed to rush to Hong Kong.

Standing in front of the private jet window, he looked down at the dazzling lights of Victoria Harbour.

However, before this, he and Wang Qing had already completed a high-altitude operation.

This was also the only opportunity for the two to have an in-depth conversation.

Wang Qing wouldn't miss this opportunity.

The plane landed smoothly at Chek Lap Kok Airport in the evening.

Outside the porthole, Fu Baoying's iconic silver Rolls-Royce Phantom was already waiting on the private helipad.

"Honey, are you tired?"

Fu Baoying opened the car door herself.

Today she wore a taro purple satin shirt dress with a white blazer, which was both professional and feminine.

When I met Xu Yun, the smile in her eyes was brighter than the lights of Victoria Harbour.

"My wife came to pick me up herself, I'm not tired at all." Xu Yun got into the car, hugged her and gave her a kiss.

Fu Baoying smiled.

The car drove out of the airport and headed towards Hong Kong Island along the Tsing Ma Bridge.

Fu Baoying took a bottle of Evian from the car refrigerator and handed it to him: "Where's Young Master Lin? Didn't he come with you?"

"He flew to Beijing to deal with Wang Chuanfu."

Xu Yun unscrewed the bottle cap, took a sip of water, and said, "BYD has come to us. Someone needs to go and talk to them."

"Didn't you say Yu Chengdong from Huawei wanted to see me?"

"It's more than just wanting to see them."

Fu Baoying chuckled and said, "These past few days, people from Huawei's Automotive BU have been coming to my office every day, and they all have the same message in mind."

Wenjie cannot fall behind Xiaomi.

Mr. Yu called me personally yesterday and said, "Mr. Fu, given our friendship, you should put in a good word for Huawei with Mr. Xu."

Xu Yun raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised, and teased, "Yu Dazui can speak softly too?"

"When it comes to core technologies, everyone has to bow down."

Fu Baoying suppressed her smile and said with a laugh, "But to be honest, Xu Yun, you guys have made a huge commotion this time."

CATL's stock price has soared, and Xiaomi U8's pre-sales have broken records. Now the entire new energy industry is focused on the future of energy.

If Huawei cannot secure cooperation terms of equal quality, its competitiveness in the industry will be significantly diminished.

"I know."

Xu Yun looked out the window at the night view rushing by and said, "So, that's why I'm here, isn't it?"

"Yes, I've arranged to meet Yu Chengdong at 10 a.m. tomorrow in the conference room upstairs at the Huawei flagship store in Central."

"Let's talk about tomorrow's problems tomorrow."

"Oh, then tonight..."

Fu Baoying changed the subject, a sly glint in her eyes, and said, "Let's go home and see Xiaozhi first?"

She's been talking about you since the afternoon, and she hasn't been able to concentrate on her homework.

Mentioning his adopted daughter Xu Xiaozhi, Xu Yun's expression softened instantly, and he asked, "Has this little girl been behaving well lately?"

"I'm being good, but I miss you so much."

Fu Bao said with a hint of reproach in her voice, "Last week you won the gold medal in the piano competition, and when the award was presented, you said to the audience, 'This award is for my dad.' Where does that leave me, your mom who's by your side every day?"

Xu Yun couldn't help but laugh: "You're jealous?"

"Eat, why aren't you eating?"

Fu Baoying pretended to be angry and said, "I accompanied her to practice the piano for half a year. You just called and praised her a couple of times, and she felt closer to you."

Amidst laughter and conversation, the car entered the detached villa area of ​​Repulse Bay.

This is a traditional wealthy residential area in Hong Kong. Fu Baoying's residence is located on the Mid-Levels, facing the sea, and the courtyard is filled with her favorite magnolia flowers.

As soon as the car came to a stop, a small figure in pink pajamas rushed out of the house.

"father!"

Xu Xiaozhi pounced into Xu Yun's arms like a small cannonball.

The little girl is seven years old this year. She has two pigtails, big and bright eyes, and two shallow dimples at the corners of her mouth when she smiles.

Xu Yun picked her up and spun her around: "Let Daddy Xu see if you've grown taller again?"

"You've grown two centimeters taller!"

Xu Xiaozhi hugged his neck tightly and replied, "Mom measured it for me! Dad, look, this is my gold medal from the piano competition!"

She pulled an exquisite medal from her pajama pocket and held it up to Xu Yun like a precious treasure.

Fu Baoying stood to the side, watching the father and daughter's affectionate interaction, her eyes filled with tenderness.

The butler and servants wisely refrained from disturbing her, and simply carried Xu Yun's luggage into the house in silence.

Dinner was eaten in the dining room at home.

Fu Baoying specially instructed the kitchen to prepare several Cantonese dishes that Xu Yun liked.

Steamed grouper, honey-glazed char siu, and slow-cooked soup.

Xu Xiaozhi sat next to Xu Yun, chattering about the interesting things that happened at school.

What happened? My deskmate, Xiaoming, got caught eating snacks in class by the teacher; the music teacher praised her for her good musicality; she's going to participate in a math competition next week…

"Xiao Zhi is now a popular figure at school."

Fu Baoying served Xu Yun a bowl of soup. "At the last school anniversary celebration, she went on stage and played the Yellow River Concerto, which stunned the board members."

Several parents later asked me if I had hired a professional music tutor for home lessons.

"Of course my daughter is amazing."

Xu Yun ruffled Xu Xiaozhi's hair and said, "But Xiaozhi, let me tell you, whether it's studying or playing the piano, the most important thing is that you're happy. Don't care too much about what other people think, okay?"

"Know it!"

Xu Xiaozhi nodded vigorously, then blinked and asked, "How long will Dad be able to stay in Hong Kong this time?"

Xu Yun and Fu Baoying exchanged a glance.

"At least three or four days."

Xu Yun replied, "It depends on how smoothly the work negotiations go."

He was actually saying this to Fu Baoying.

"Can Dad take me to Ocean Park this weekend? A lot of my classmates have been there, but I haven't..."

"Xu Xiaozhi".

Fu Baoying coughed lightly, interrupting, "Mr. Xu is here for work."

The little girl immediately wilted and lowered her head to silently eat her rice.

Looking at her aggrieved little face, Xu Yun smiled and said, "Okay, if you finish work early on the weekend, Dad will definitely go with you."

But you have to promise Dad you'll do your homework well these next few days and not worry Mom.

"Really?"

Xu Xiaozhi's eyes lit up again, and she said, "Let's pinky swear!"

The father and daughter solemnly made a pinky promise.

Fu Baoying, watching from the opposite side, shook her head and chuckled, "You just keep spoiling her."

After dinner, Xu Yun accompanied Xu Xiaozhi to the game room to build Lego for a while until the little girl started yawning, and then coaxed her to bed.

When he came out of the children's room, Fu Baoying had already prepared tea on the second-floor terrace.

The Repulse Bay is tranquil and beautiful at night, with fishing lights twinkling on the distant sea.

Fu Baoying handed Xu Yun a cup of Zhengshan Xiaozhong: "Is Xiaozhi asleep?"

"Yes, she slept while hugging the panda plush toy I gave her."

Xu Yun sat down in the rattan chair and said with a smile, "This little girl seems to have lost some weight again."

"It's growing taller, it's getting bigger."

Fu Baoying took a sip of tea, paused, and said, "Let's get down to business. How do you plan to discuss things with Yu Chengdong tomorrow?"

"Huawei and Xiaomi must differentiate themselves."

Xu Yun put down his teacup and replied, "Xiaomi focuses on cost-effectiveness and smart ecosystem, while Huawei's advantages lie in intelligent driving and brand premium."

My idea is to provide customized solid-state battery solutions for Wenjie.

Energy density can be increased by 5% and charging speed by 15%, but the cost will also increase accordingly.

This way, Wenjie can maintain its high-end positioning without directly competing with Xiaomi.

Fu Baoying seemed thoughtful, and said, "Will Yu Chengdong agree? Huawei has always wanted the best."

"That's the art of negotiation."

Xu Yun smiled and said, "I will tell him that this is a 'Huawei exclusive customized version,' which is more advanced in technology than Xiaomi's."

As for costs... Wenjie's selling price is already higher than Xiaomi's, so absorbing these costs isn't a problem.

"You're quite the smooth talker."

Fu Baoying laughed and scolded, "You can offend neither side and profit from both."

"The essence of business is win-win."

Xu Yun looked towards the distant sea and said, "CATL needs production capacity, Xiaomi needs to be the first to launch, Huawei needs high-end products, and BYD needs technology..."

What I want is the upgrading of the entire new energy industry.

As long as the general direction is correct, making some concessions on the details won't cause any major problems.

The two chatted about work for a while, and then the conversation gradually turned to life.

"Oh, right."

Fu Baoying suddenly remembered something and said, "Zhang Jin and Ada Choi know you're here and want to invite you to their home for dinner tomorrow night."

I told them it depended on their work schedule, and they said anytime was fine, they'd let me know when I was free.

"Teacher Zhang Jin?"

Xu Yun remembered the Hong Kong film star and said, "The couple were too polite."

"They truly consider you a friend."

Fu Baoying said, "You helped them resolve that trouble in Macau last time, and Ada Choi still remembers it."

"I called you a long time ago when I heard you were coming."

"Then how about the night after tomorrow?"

Xu Yun thought for a moment and said, "After meeting Yu Chengdong tomorrow, there shouldn't be anything else."

"There's one more thing."

Fu Baoying's eyes flickered slightly as she smiled and said, "Ruan Shaohua heard you were here and said there's a night race at Sha Tin Racecourse on Saturday night, and he'd like to invite you to watch."

Xu Yun was taken aback for a moment, then laughed: "This Young Master Ruan, you still remember that incident in Macau?"

"Can you forget it?"

Fu Baoying laughed and said, "Now I hear that when he goes out with his friends, he always brags about you to show off his abilities."

"alright."

Xu Yun readily agreed, saying, "I haven't watched horse racing in a long time either."

"correct."

Fu Baoying explained, "I heard that Ruan Shaohua specially hired a horse trainer from Australia and bought three thoroughbreds for you to see."

"That would be even more interesting."

The two chatted for a while longer, and then it got late.

As Fu Baoying stood up, she suddenly said softly, "This time... could you stay a few more days?"

Xu Yun looked at her profile softened by the night, nodded, and said, "I'll try. Chen Xin is probably about to give birth, so I can't stay too long."

"Oh."

The next morning at 10:00 AM, at the Huawei flagship store in Central.

This flagship store, located on Queen's Road Central, spans three floors and boasts a futuristic design.

Guided by staff, Xu Yun and Fu Baoying took a private elevator directly to the VIP conference room on the top floor.

Yu Chengdong has arrived.

The Huawei Terminal CEO, known for his outspokenness, wore a dark blue suit today without a tie, looking both casual and capable.

Upon seeing Xu Yun enter, he immediately stood up, strode forward, and shook hands: "Mr. Xu! It's an honor to meet you in person!"

"Mr. Yu, you're too kind."

Xu Yun responded with a smile, saying, "You are the senior in the industry, and we juniors have much to learn from you."

“Hey, that’s not right.” Yu Chengdong waved his hand, gesturing for everyone to sit down, and said, “In the face of technology, there are no seniors or juniors, only the advanced and the backward.”

"You've developed solid-state batteries, which means you're more advanced than us, and we should humbly learn from you."

After exchanging pleasantries, they quickly got down to business.

Yu Chengdong asked his assistant to turn on the projector, and the screen displayed the product planning diagram for the Wenjie series for the next three years.

"Mr. Xu, let's speak frankly."

Yu Chengdong got straight to the point, saying, "Huawei has invested hundreds of billions in the field of smart cars, and Wenjie is our own child."

Xiaomi has now seized the initiative, which puts a lot of pressure on us.

I hope that in the future, energy companies can offer Huawei a fair—no, I should say a strategic-level cooperation agreement.

Xu Yun carefully examined the product plan before speaking after a long pause: "President Yu, Xiaomi's cooperation is based on their all-in determination and early support."

We are well aware of Huawei's capabilities, but business cooperation is all about timing and conditions.

He asked Fu Baoying to open her tablet and pull up a technical parameter table: "This is the customized solution we prepared for Huawei."

It has 5% higher energy density than the standard version, 15% faster charging speed, and 20% longer cycle life.

However, the cost will be 18% higher than supplying Xiaomi.

Yu Chengdong stared at the data, his eyes growing brighter and brighter: "This energy density... how much can it achieve?"

"The energy density of a single battery cell can reach 420Wh/kg."

Xu Yun reported the figures and replied, "Even after being grouped together, it is still above 380Wh/kg."

In comparison, the best ternary lithium batteries currently on the market have a combined energy density of around 250Wh/kg.

A collective gasp filled the conference room.

The technical director of Huawei's automotive BU couldn't help but interject: "Mr. Xu, has this data... been verified?"

"The laboratory data has met the standards, but mass production will require three months of debugging."

Xu Yun frankly stated, "This is why we want to cooperate with CATL; their manufacturing process can guarantee consistency in mass production."

Yu Chengdong paced around the conference room for a few steps, then suddenly turned around and said, "Wenjie can absorb this 18% cost increase, but I need two guarantees."

First, the technology is exclusive; this customized version cannot be offered to other car manufacturers.

Second, supply priority: when production capacity is tight, Huawei's orders must be fulfilled first.

"Exclusivity is negotiable, but there must be a time limit."

Xu Yun was prepared and said, "This technical specification will not be provided to other domestic car companies within three years."

As for supply priorities... it depends on the order size.

If Huawei's annual procurement volume can reach 1.5 times that of Xiaomi, I can give it priority.

"Twenty-five times?"

Yu Chengdong quickly did the mental calculations and said, "That means at least 30 battery systems per year?"

"Yes."

Xu Yun nodded: "And it must be a long-term agreement, at least five years."

A brief silence fell over the meeting room.

Several senior executives from Huawei's automotive business unit exchanged opinions in hushed tones.

This condition isn't harsh, but it does require Huawei to make a substantial financial commitment.

Five minutes later, Yu Chengdong slammed his hand on the table and agreed, "Let's do it! 300,000 sets it is! But Mr. Xu, I have a condition."

Next year, the new flagship model from [Company Name] will debut this battery technology, and it will be released at least a month earlier than Xiaomi's.

Xu Yun and Fu Baoying exchanged a glance and smiled: "Is President Yu going to challenge Xiaomi?"

"The business world is like a battlefield."

Yu Chengdong also laughed and said, "President Lei beat me to it, I have to catch up."

Furthermore, the Mi M9 is positioned higher than the Xiaomi U8, so using a better battery is perfectly reasonable.

Over the next two hours, the two teams engaged in heated discussions on technical details, delivery schedules, and pricing terms.

Xu Yun was unyielding on key issues, but made appropriate concessions on some minor terms, maintaining a perfect pace in the negotiations.

By 1 p.m., the framework agreement was basically finalized.

Yu Chengdong was in a great mood and insisted that Xu Yun stay for dinner.

"Mr. Xu, there's a really authentic Chaozhou restaurant downstairs. My treat!"
"Let's chat over dinner, and I'd like to discuss some ideas for intelligent collaboration with you."

Unable to refuse such a kind offer, Xu Yun had no choice but to agree.

The meal lasted for more than two hours.

Yu Chengdong, as expected of someone with a technical background, has unique insights into topics such as the intelligentization of battery management systems, vehicle-cloud collaboration, and supercharging networks.

Xu Yun also benefited greatly, and the two got along very well.

When saying goodbye after the meal, Yu Chengdong shook Xu Yun's hand vigorously and said with a smile, "President Xu, it's been a pleasure doing business with you! Don't worry, Huawei will not let you down."

With your batteries, I'm confident that the Wenjie M9 can deliver the experience of a million-dollar luxury car at a price of 500,000!

"Then I'll wait and see Mr. Yu show off his skills," Xu Yun said with a smile.

On the way back, Fu Baoying breathed a long sigh of relief and said, "We finally made it. Yu Chengdong is really someone who puts a lot of pressure on you during negotiations."

"But he's direct and doesn't beat around the bush."

Xu Yun rubbed his temples and said with a pout, "It's more comfortable than dealing with those old foxes."

"Oh right, Zhang Jin just texted me, asking if I'm free tonight."

Fu Baoying glanced at her phone: "I told him you just finished talking and might be tired, so he said tomorrow would be fine too."

"Let's do it tonight."

Xu Yun smiled and said, "I have to spend time with Xiao Zhi tomorrow. I promised her we'd go to the Ocean Park this weekend."

"Then I'll reply to him now."

At 7 p.m. that evening, in the luxury residential area on the other side of Repulse Bay.

Zhang Jin and Ada Choi's new home is a modern-style three-story villa with a sizable courtyard.

When Xu Yun and Fu Baoying arrived, the couple were already waiting at the door.

"Mr. Xu! Ms. Fu! Welcome, welcome!" Ada Choi greeted them warmly in her signature Cantonese-accented Mandarin.

Zhang Jin smiled and shook hands with Xu Yun.

Upon entering the house, Xu Yun discovered that there were two other guests in the living room.

It turned out to be Lau Ching-wan and his wife, Amy Kwok.

It turns out that Zhang Jin and Ada Choi were worried that Xu Yun would feel awkward, so they specially invited some friends from the entertainment industry to accompany her.

"Mr. Xu, it's an honor to meet you." Liu Qingyun stood up and shook hands with a humble attitude.

The award-winning actor is much more shy in private than on screen, while Amy Kwok is very outgoing and quickly started chatting with Fu Baoying about parenting.

Dinner was a home-cooked meal, with a private chef coming to our house to prepare it.

Zhang Jin opened a bottle of his treasured Romani-Conti, and everyone ate and chatted in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

Ada Choi has a lively personality and shared many funny stories from filming, which made everyone laugh.

Zhang Jin doesn't talk much, but every time he does, it's perfectly timed.

When the conversation got lively, Lau Ching-wan also talked about the behind-the-scenes stories of filming "Running Out of Time".

"Mr. Xu is working on new energy in mainland China, which is a great thing for the country and its people."

Zhang Jin toasted Xu Yun and said, "Although I don't understand technology, I know that environmental protection is important."

Now all the cars in my family are electric.

"Teacher Zhang is so thoughtful."

Xu Yun retorted, "Actually, new energy vehicles are not only environmentally friendly, but also offer a much better driving experience than gasoline vehicles."

Next time you visit the mainland, I'll have someone send you a car that we've developed in partnership with Xiaomi to try out.

"Then I thank you in advance!" Zhang Jin said with a smile.

The topic somehow shifted to horse racing.

Ada Choi said, "By the way, there's a night race in Sha Tin on Saturday. Did Ruan Shaohua invite you guys?"

Fu Baoying nodded: "Yes, you know that too?"

"Young Master Ruan told my husband."

Ada Choi said with a smile, "I heard that he really went all out this time, buying a thoroughbred horse named 'Son of Thunder' from Australia."

It's said that over HK$30 million was spent on Saturday's Group 1 match.

Liu Qingyun interjected, "I've heard about it too. That horse won three consecutive championships in Australia and has a very good track record. Young Master Ruan is determined to win this time."

Xu Yun asked with great interest, "Is it really that amazing?"

"So Mr. Xu, you'd better be careful."

Ada Choi said half-jokingly, "Young Master Ruan is trying to show off in front of President Xu."

The dinner didn't end until after 10 p.m.

As they were leaving, Zhang Jin and Ada Choi saw them all the way to the door. Ada Choi even held Fu Baoying's hand and said, "Mr. Fu, please bring Xiaozhi with you next time. My two daughters love making friends."

"Ok."

Looking at his profile, Fu Baoying suddenly recalled the scene of her first meeting with him.

In just over a year, he went from a high-level employee to a financial tycoon with hundreds of billions in assets.

He seemed unchanged, yet everything seemed to have changed.

"what happened?"

Xu Yun noticed her gaze and asked, "Is there something on my face?"

"nothing."

Fu Baoying turned to look ahead and smiled, "I was just thinking about what to wear to the horse races on Saturday."

You look good in anything.

Saturday arrived in the blink of an eye.

During the day, Xu Yun kept his promise and took Xu Xiaozhi to the Ocean Park.

The little girl went crazy, not wanting to miss a single ride, from the panda enclosure to the ocean theater, from the roller coaster to the carousel.

Xu Yun, who rarely gets to relax, spent the whole day having fun with her, and the father and daughter took hundreds of photos.

When they returned to Repulse Bay in the evening, Xu Xiaozhi was so tired that she fell asleep in the car.

Xu Yun carried her back to the room and gently covered her with a blanket.

"Have you had fun?" Fu Baoying leaned against the door and asked softly.

"I'm happy."

Xu Yun tucked the blanket around her daughter and said, "I'm the one who's exhausted."

Fu Baoying chuckled: "Serves you right, who told you to always give in to her?"

After changing their clothes and handing the child over to the family housekeeper, the two prepared to head to Sha Tin Racecourse.

Xu Yun wore a dark gray casual suit without a tie, while Fu Baoying wore a champagne-colored knee-length dress with a matching coat, looking elegant and poised.

Ruan Shaohua sent a car to pick him up.

When we arrived at the horse farm, it was already dark, but the farm was brightly lit and bustling with activity.

The atmosphere of the night race is completely different from that of the day race, with a more luxurious and celebratory feel.

Ruan Shaohua was waiting at the VIP entrance. Upon seeing Xu Yun, he immediately greeted him: "President Xu! Miss Fu! Welcome, welcome!"

The Hong Kong and Macau entertainment tycoon looked dashing in a white suit today.

He was accompanied by several friends, all prominent figures in the Hong Kong and Macau business community, who all came forward to greet Xu Yun.

"Young Master Ruan looks to be in great spirits today," Xu Yun said with a smile.

"I can't compare to you, brother."

Ruan Shao said happily, "Brother Xu, you're getting more and more handsome."

"And me?" Fu Baoying said from the side.

"Sister-in-law, of course you're getting more and more beautiful."

Ruan Shaohua immediately said, "It's only because you, sister-in-law, didn't participate in the Miss Hong Kong pageant that no one else has anything to do with it."

"Alright, stop flattering me."

Xu Yun said with a smile, "Where is your horse? Take me to see it."

"Okay."

Ruan Shaohua said, "I'm waiting for you to take a look, brother, and see if I've been scammed." (End of Chapter)