After divorce, I can hear the voice of the future

Chapter 781 The Joy of Raising a Child
"Based on the intelligence we have so far, this was indeed an accident."

Lu Liang closed his notebook and handed it to Xu Jiawei in the passenger seat: "But we can't rule out the possibility that it was an intentional accident."

"If it was intentional, what was the intention?"

The look of doubt on Ota Rei's face deepened.

Lu Liang sighed. He hadn't figured it out either. He casually opened the car window and let the wind rush in: "I don't know. Let's wait."

He was still waiting for Flannery's reply, and also for the reaction from the Wall Street conglomerates.

Half an hour later, we arrived at the Tokyo Stock Exchange Center.

"Mr. Ota, I need to take care of some official business first. How about we talk about Alipay tonight?"

Lu Liang told Ota Rei that the purpose of this business trip to Tokyo was to take over Alipay's business.

Ota Rei nodded, and before leaving, added, "Mr. Lu, I will always stand firmly with you."

If Sumitomo Mitsui were his sole authority, he wouldn't even hesitate and would definitely do his utmost to promote the integration of Tianxing's online and offline operations.

But he was just a high-level employee; Alipay's payment business in Japan was involved in the core strategy of a financial group.

Even if he is the president, he cannot act arbitrarily.

"I have never doubted our friendship."

Lu Liang smiled, opened his arms, and gave Ota Rei a big hug.

Take Ota Rei's words with a grain of salt. Even if he meant them sincerely, he is only a manager in the group, which is why he would say such things.

If he were the owner of the group, he would probably have a different opinion; it's a matter of perspective.

Goodbye, Ota Rei.

Lu Liang took the elevator to the company on the seventh floor.

Compared to last time, there are far fewer company staff and many more unfamiliar faces.

Wen Chao brought more than just assets and funds to Hong Kong; he also brought many employees whom he personally recruited and trained.

As soon as Lu Liang entered the company, he was stopped by the receptionist, who asked, "Sir, is there anything I can help you with?"

Lu Liang chuckled: "Are you new to the company?"

The receptionist paused, looking nervous, and admitted that she had just started working there last month. She then asked, "Sir, who are you looking for?"

"Is Ishikawa there?" Lu Liang asked. Before Wen Chao went to Hong Kong, he had submitted a personnel transfer report to him.

Ishikawa Maya, the former vice president of Xingheng Investment, became the acting president, responsible for handling the company's daily operations.

"President Ishikawa is going to Fujidai to sign the acquisition contract. May I ask who you are?" The receptionist's attitude became increasingly respectful.

Stand straight with your palms pressed firmly against the outside of your thighs; your posture is even more standard than that of a military officer.

Lu Liang couldn't help but chuckle, and teased with a smile, "You don't even know who I am, yet you've revealed such important information. Aren't you worried that I might be from a rival company, trying to gather information?"

The receptionist stared blankly, and, forcing herself to speak, stammered, "This...this isn't important news at all."

Just then, a crisp female voice rang out: "Yu-chan, where did you put my package...?"

Lu Liang smiled and looked in the direction of the voice, a smile appearing on his face: "Hello, long time no see."

Sakurada Miyuki was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized what was happening, and her face lit up with a smile as bright as a blooming flower.

He sprinted a hundred meters, taking small, quick steps, and ran up to Lu Liang, but then suddenly came to an abrupt stop.

Because I remembered I was still at the company.

Their relationship was not made public.

Miyuki suppressed her joy and asked respectfully, "Sir, when did you arrive?"

"Just arrived."

Lu Liang greeted the receptionist and walked deeper into the company: "I'll wait for you in my office."

"Okay, I'll be there right away."

Miyuki smiled sweetly and nodded obediently.

Seeing that she was about to follow Lu Liang closely, the receptionist quickly stopped her and asked curiously, "Miyuki-chan, who is he?"

Miyuki tilted her head, looking puzzled, and pointed to the top line of the notice board on the wall: "President."

"President?" The girl was stunned. She subconsciously followed the gaze and saw Lu Liang's half-body photo and position prominently displayed at the top of the bulletin board.

Sakurada Miyuki smiled amusedly: "Yu-chan, you didn't recognize our guild leader, did you?"

"I'm doomed!" the girl cried, her face contorted with despair.

With such a large company and so many employees, how could she possibly remember the elusive chairman?

Even though there was special training when I joined the company, I've long forgotten it all. "Don't worry, you're a new employee, the chairman won't make things difficult for you."

Miyuki offered words of comfort.

After saying that, she skipped and hopped towards Lu Liang's office.

As soon as the two met, Meixue suddenly jumped up and clung to Lu Liang like a sloth.

She wrapped her arms around Lu Liang's neck, completely disregarding the fact that she was still wearing an office lady dress, spread her legs, and clamped her waist between them.

"Sir, Meixue misses you so much~~" she said coquettishly, hugging Lu Liang tightly, wishing she could become one with him.

Chattering like a magpie, she recounted every detail of her life and work after Lu Liang left last time.

With a smile, Lu Liang placed her on the desk and sat down beside her, listening quietly.

It wasn't until Miyuki asked, "Sir, why are you staring at me? Have I gotten uglier from staying up late lately?"

"I haven't gotten uglier, I'm just suddenly feeling a bit sentimental. You're getting prettier and more charming," Lu Liang exclaimed.

Two years ago, she was just an innocent and naive girl who was able to attract his attention because of her resemblance to Akina Nakamori.

But times have changed. Looking like Akina Nakamori is no longer Miyuki's only advantage. She has shed the naivety of a college student and become a professional woman with elegant speech, proper manners, and graceful behavior.

Although she still retains a bit of a childlike nature, she only reveals it in front of him; perhaps this is the joy of nurturing a child.

"Sir, I'll get arrogant if you praise me like that."

Sakurada Miyuki beamed, chin held high, looking arrogant, trying her best to appear smug.

"It's okay, I just like your confidence." Lu Liang couldn't help but chuckle as he kissed Meixue's cheek and earlobe.

Miyuki's body trembled, her cheeks grew redder and redder, and she squinted her eyes, a look of enjoyment on her face.

at this time,

A knock on the door interrupted their sweet moment.

Miyuki looked flustered and quickly jumped off the desk, covering her face with her hands in an attempt to forcefully cool down.

"There's a restroom inside, go wash your face first," Lu Liang said, unable to suppress a laugh, pointing to the small door behind him.

Sakurada Miyuki nodded and dashed into the office break room. Lu Liang coughed a few times and said, "Come in."

A middle-aged man in his forties knocked on the door and entered.

Standing at around 1.6 meters tall, wearing a gray suit, with an unremarkable, average face, he looked like any other passerby on the street.
He bowed respectfully and said, "Chairman, it's a pleasure to meet you. I am Ishikawa Maya."

He was a professional manager hired by Wen Chao through a headhunter to manage the company's daily operations.

I had never met Lu Liang before.

Upon hearing that Lu Liang had arrived, he quickly finished his work and drove straight to the company at 120 km/h.

“I’ve heard Wen Chao mention you. He said you’re very capable.” Lu Liang waved his hand, gesturing for the other person to sit down and talk.

Ishikawa Maya quickly replied, "President, please say so. I can stand."

Lu Liang chuckled and said, "Chinese companies don't have that many rules. As long as you have the ability, you deserve to be respected."

The Japanese workplace has a very strict hierarchy. For example, when a subordinate talks to a superior, the subordinate cannot sit down and must stand with their head down the entire time. Even if they are hit, they cannot move an inch.

Lu Liang disliked such rules. As long as someone had real talent and skills, he wouldn't mind even sitting with his legs crossed.

"Thank you for the seat, Chairman."

Ishikawa Ma also forced himself to sit opposite Lu Liang, but only dared to sit on half of his buttocks.

Lu Liang was both amused and exasperated, but he didn't say much. Instead, he inquired about the progress of the acquisition of Fuji TV.

Ishikawa Maya respectfully said, "Chairman, the acquisition of Fuji TV was completed before the company went public. A total of US$7.48 million was invested, and we hold 34% of Fuji TV's shares."

Although Fuji TV is insolvent and on the verge of bankruptcy, it is still one of Japan's six major television stations, having accompanied the growth of several generations, with total assets valued at approximately US$22 billion.

For companies that have been established for many years, a 67% controlling stake is not necessary, nor is a 51% absolute controlling stake required; a 34% relative controlling stake is sufficient.

After all, before the acquisition, Ichiro Inada, who held 14.26% of the shares, was already Fuji TV's largest shareholder.

Lu Liang asked in confusion, "I remember that in the last assessment, Fujidai's assets were worth $28 billion. How come they're only worth $22 billion now?"

“There was a slight hiccup. Fuji TV was worried that we would abandon the acquisition, so they voluntarily lowered the acquisition price.”

Just as Ishikawa was about to recount what had happened, Lu Liang suddenly remembered and said with a smile, "The matter of Sato Yuya accepting bribes?"

“Yes.” Ishikawa nodded, mentioning that the court’s verdict had been handed down: three years and seven months in prison.

Although it was a scandal of moderate magnitude, it effectively accelerated the progress of the acquisition project.

(End of this chapter)