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Chapter 635 Fame and Reputation
A private club in Hangzhou.

Inside the antique-style private room.

Meng Chuan sat upright and personally poured a cup of freshly brewed Wuyishan Da Hong Pao tea for Tian Chengye across from him, his posture humble and proper.

That face, which always carried a hint of arrogance, now bore an undisguised weariness and lingering fear.

"Chairman Tian." He pushed the teacup towards him. "Congratulations. I've heard about Huineng Electronics."

Tian Chengye smiled, picked up his teacup, and gently blew on the steam. "I guess I'm just benefiting from Jingjing's presence here."

His words were filled with undisguised emotion and exhilaration.

It had only been five days since that birthday party that changed everything.

Tangyi Precision has officially dispatched an expert team to connect with them, and preliminary technical cooperation plans are already on his desk.

Even before that, he had quietly repurchased the shares from the two minority shareholders who had always been at odds with him at an extremely low price.

Today, he holds more than 80% of Huineng Electronics' shares!

He could almost foresee that, under the escort of Tangyi Precision, Huineng Electronics would soar to new heights in the domestic new energy sector!
Of course, what excited him equally was...

Tang Song also rearranged his daughter Jingjing's career, saying that she would join the famous Dejurenhe as a "Global Special Project Partner".

After suppressing his emotions for more than half a year, Tian Chengye now feels as if he has returned to the spirited and ambitious days of starting his business twenty years ago.

Meng Chuan sighed a couple of times, then lowered his voice: "Chairman Tian, ​​there's something I don't know if you've heard. Conrad... he's in trouble."

"Oh? What's going on?"

"Yesterday, Bank of New York Mellon issued a formal internal notice. Conrad has been removed from all positions as VP of Private Wealth Management and transferred to Johannesburg, Africa, to be responsible for basic business coordination there."

Tian Chengye's hand holding the teacup paused almost imperceptibly, and a very interesting expression appeared on his face.

For an elite like Conrad Mellon, this is not just a simple transfer; it's a complete exile of his career.

“So…” Meng Chuan adopted an extremely humble posture, even with a hint of pleading, “Chairman Tian, ​​I know this is abrupt. But could you please help me arrange another meeting with Mr. Tang? I would like to express my sincerest apologies to him in person.”

The reason he asked Tian Chengye to come out today was to "ask for help".

Although Xinghan Investment is a large and powerful company, it is absolutely not immune to that level of devastating blow.

Tian Chengye looked at the "capital prince" who had been so full of vigor not long ago, but was now so terrified.

A feeling that was hard to describe welled up inside me.

He put down his teacup, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Meng Chuan, I understand how you feel very much. Don't worry, I've got this in mind. I'll find a suitable opportunity to talk to Jing Jing and ask her to help coordinate things as much as possible."

Upon receiving this reply, Meng Chuan breathed a slight sigh of relief. "Thank you, Chairman Tian. On another note, Chairman Tian, ​​you've truly found a golden husband this time!"

Upon hearing this, Tian Chengye smiled but remained silent.

Now, after these past few days of frenzied speculation and inquiries among industry insiders, the situation has become quite serious.

Tang Song's identity was no longer a secret in the eyes of those who cared.

After all, Rongliu Investment, a WOFE (Women's, Enterprises, and Companies) organization, is located in Yancheng.

Following closely behind, keywords such as the Don King family office, the Kate Trust, and a multi-billion dollar fund of funds naturally emerged.

The entire chain was opened up in an instant.

The chairman of a top Asia-Pacific private equity firm, who is under 26 years old, comes from Hong Kong, controls billions of US dollars, and has the Kate family and the mysterious "Tang Jin" behind him.

Such a powerful force, crossing the river, would quietly lurk in Yancheng.

In fact, within Tian Chengye's own circle, a huge wave has already been stirred up in the past few days.

Countless people have tried to subtly arrange a meeting with Tang Song through him, but he has consistently used Huineng Electronics as an excuse to temporarily deflect them.

……

I stepped out of the clubhouse and into the black Maybach.

Tian Chengye leaned back in his chair, his thoughts still unsettled.

After learning Tang Song's true identity, he had a lingering worry: how far could his daughter and Tang Song go?

After all, the two are still just boyfriend and girlfriend, far from the point of discussing marriage, and the future is full of too many variables.

At this moment.

"Buzzing—"

The phone suddenly vibrated.

Upon seeing the caller ID, Tian Chengye raised an eyebrow.

Cao Guohua is the Chairman and President of Yan Province Bank.

Upon answering the phone, Tian Chengye chuckled and spoke first: "Old Cao, what brings you here to call me today?"

He remembered clearly that the last time Zhongcheng Group faced a public opinion crisis, it was compounded by Huineng Electronics' financial black hole.

When he desperately needed financial support, his old friend was "on a business trip" for half a month and couldn't be reached by phone.

Of course, he could understand.

Banks, after all, should offer help on sunny days and take it away on rainy days; it's only natural.

Cao Guohua's signature, energetic laughter immediately came from the other end of the phone: "Chengye, what are you saying? Can't I catch up with you, such a busy person, if there's nothing else to do?"

"You're welcome anytime!"

After exchanging a few polite words, the two...

Cao Guohua finally got to the point: "Old Tian, ​​I heard that the chairman of the famous Rongliu Capital in Hong Kong is your son-in-law?"

Tian Chengye instantly understood, but pretended to be modest: "It hasn't come to that point yet, I'm just Jingjing's boyfriend."

"Haha, it was bound to happen sooner or later! I heard that at the birthday party, they gave Jingjing shares of Jinxiu Commerce worth two or three hundred million yuan. Wow, that's an incredible gesture!"

Cao Guohua exclaimed in admiration over the phone, then changed the subject.

His voice carried an undisguised eagerness, "Chengye, to be honest, our bank is currently preparing for a new round of capital increase and share expansion, and hopes to introduce some powerful strategic investors with international backgrounds."

He paused for a moment, then finally revealed his true intention.

"So... I'd like to ask you, my future father-in-law, to help me sound out Mr. Tang's opinion and see if he's interested in investing in our Yan Province Bank and becoming one of our strategic shareholders?"

Tian Chengye held his phone, his mind racing.

He replied in a half-joking, half-awkward tone, "Old Cao, you've really given me a huge problem. I shouldn't interfere too much in the children's affairs."

"Hey, you can't say that," Cao Guohua said urgently. "Look, Lao Tian, ​​when are you free? I'll treat you to a meal! We can also discuss the credit line and interest rate discounts for your Zhongcheng Group in the second half of the year!"

This is nothing short of a naked exchange of interests.

Hearing the noticeably humbled tone on the other end of the phone, Tian Chengye felt a surge of exhilarating satisfaction, as if he were retaliating.

This is what he wants!
"Alright, let's get back to each other after I've finished my business in Hangzhou."

"Okay, it's a deal."

hang up the phone.

Tian Chengye leaned back in the soft leather seat, watching the street scene rushing past the window, and let out a long breath.

I was filled with mixed emotions.

The chairman of Rongliu Capital...

The fame of Tang and Song is like a boulder thrown into a calm lake. Although it is only a fleeting glimpse, the huge ripples it creates have already begun to spread rapidly among the top circles of this city.

A multi-billion dollar investment platform, an international capital background, and deep connections with top-tier manufacturers (Tangyi Precision)...

Any one of these keywords would be enough to make local governments and banking institutions list it as their "top priority" in their efforts to win over clients.

What they valued was the enormous political achievements and development potential that the Tang and Song dynasties could bring to this land.

Tang and Song themselves did not even need to show up in person or make any statements.

He just needs to let others know he exists.

His name, and the Rongliu Capital behind him, will act like a giant gravitational field, automatically attracting power, capital, and desire to converge towards him.

"This is true power!" Tian Chengye murmured to himself, looking at the street scene rushing past the window. "I hope Jingjing can grasp it."

……

Three o'clock in the afternoon.

VIP meeting room on the third floor of Yan Province International Convention and Exhibition Center.

This place brings together more than ten carefully selected hard-tech startups, as well as several top-tier investment institutions from China.

The air was filled with the tense yet excited atmosphere unique to projects before a roadshow.

Dressed in a smart women's business suit, Shen Yuyan gracefully entered the room, accompanied by senior leaders of the organizer.

Her fresh and beautiful appearance, curvaceous figure, and confident and upright demeanor instantly attracted a lot of attention.

She smiled, nodded to the entrepreneurs and investors who came up to her, and walked to the spot with the nameplate of Rongliu Capital.

The roadshow ended three days ago.

The two companies, 【XinChuang Semiconductor】 and 【Guangyan Technology】, successfully piqued Tang Song's interest.

Today's closed-door meeting is a deeper and more private negotiation between investment institutions and project owners to form partnerships.

As a special assistant, she attended on behalf of Tang Song.

When she appeared there, almost everyone looked at her with a mixture of awe, enthusiasm, and curiosity.

After all, Rongliu Capital has already made a name for itself and has a considerable reputation worldwide.

If placed in Yancheng, a second-tier city, it would be a true giant.

Just then, a slight commotion came from the doorway.

Shen Yuyan looked up, walked through the crowd, and saw Zhang Chengguo, the person in charge of the event, personally accompanying a middle-aged man of about fifty years old, walking straight towards her.

Noticing Zhang Chengguo's cautious attitude, Shen Yuyan's heart skipped a beat, and her face instantly put on the most impeccable professional smile.

Immediately afterwards, several people came forward. "President Shen," Zhang Chengguo said with a smile, "Let me introduce you. This is Director Li Xindong from the Development and Reform Commission of Yan Province."

Upon hearing this name, Shen Yuyan's pupils contracted almost imperceptibly, and she instantly became alert.

She stepped forward, bowed slightly, and said in a soft and respectful voice, "Director Li, hello. I am Shen Yuyan from Rongliu Capital. It's a pleasure to meet you."

As an entrepreneur who emerged from the official entrepreneurship base in Yan Province, she certainly knew the weight of the name Li Xindong!
The director of the Development and Reform Commission of Yan Province is a department-level leader who holds the power to approve industrial planning and major projects throughout the province.

She had seen this important figure from afar on the stage during a previous event for the "Yan Zhao Youth Entrepreneurship Support Program".

In the past, she didn't even have the right to contact the other party.

Now, however, it is being introduced and treated with such solemnity.

An indescribable emotion, a mixture of excitement and bewilderment, overwhelmed her.

"President Shen, you are truly young and promising." Li Xindong's tone was gentle yet penetrating. "I just heard from Cheng Guo that Rongliu Capital also participated in this [Yanzhao High-tech Project Conference], which shows the importance that Yan Province attaches to the science and technology innovation industry."

Shen Yuyan immediately replied, “Director Li, you flatter me. Our Chairman Tang has always emphasized that Yan Province is his hometown and one of Rongliu Capital’s most important strategic hinterlands in China. It is our bounden duty to have the opportunity to contribute to the technological innovation of our hometown.”

Upon hearing this, Li Xindong nodded approvingly, "Chairman Tang is very thoughtful. Our Yan Province also needs companies like Rongliu Capital, which have both strength and passion."

The group exchanged pleasantries for quite a while.

Li Xindong spoke up at the opportune moment, asking, "President Shen, why didn't we see Chairman Tang come in person today?"

Shen Yuyan understood, but her expression remained completely composed.

Smiling, he explained, "Chairman Tang attaches great importance to the [Core Innovation] and [Optics] projects and has personally reviewed all the core materials. He sent me here mainly to represent him and have a more in-depth, one-on-one discussion with the founders of the two companies regarding some details of the cooperation and future possibilities."

Upon hearing this, Li Xindong nodded. "President Shen, to be honest, besides looking at these projects, the main reason I came here this time is to ask you to arrange a meeting with your Chairman Tang. I wonder if Chairman Tang will be available next Monday? I'd like to invite him to an internal symposium."

Shen Yuyan's eyes flickered slightly, and she instantly understood.

They're here to "attract investment."

The entire Yan Province is currently undergoing industrial transformation and upgrading, and urgently needs the injection of capital and technology.

Rongliu Capital's newly established multi-billion dollar fund of funds focuses its core investments on new energy, biotechnology, high-end manufacturing, and artificial intelligence.

It aligns perfectly with Yan Province's future industrial development plan.

“Director Li…” Shen Yuyan’s face showed just the right amount of embarrassment. “Our Chairman Tang has only recently returned to Yan Province and his schedule is very full. However, your invitation is really too important. I will contact Chairman Tang right away to see if I can coordinate a time.”

Li Xindong smiled and waved his hand: "I understand. You can ask first, and we can adjust it according to his schedule."

Shen Yuyan bent down, picked up her phone, walked to a corner of the venue, and dialed Tang Song's number.

The situation was reported concisely.

After exchanging a few words in hushed tones, she walked back to Li Xindong, her face filled with apology and sincerity:
"Director Li, I'm so sorry. I just confirmed with Chairman Tang that he has to go back to his hometown of Quancheng tonight to handle some urgent matters, and he also has to attend his alma mater's anniversary celebration next Monday. He probably won't be able to return to Yancheng until Tuesday afternoon."

Hearing this, Li Xindong showed no disappointment whatsoever; instead, he laughed and said, "No problem, it's our alma mater's anniversary celebration, it's a big deal! By the way, I remember your Chairman Tang is from Jingxian County, Quancheng, right?"

"Yes, this time I went to attend the 50th anniversary celebration of Jingxian No.1 Middle School."

"Haha, the fact that our hometown can nurture such an outstanding talent as Chairman Tang shows how nurturing our people is." Li Xindong smiled kindly at Shen Yuyan. "Please pass on my message to your Chairman Tang: the school anniversary is a big event, so he must attend and experience the changes in his hometown and alma mater. As for the symposium, there's no rush. We can arrange it anytime after he returns to Yancheng."

"Okay, thank you, Director Li."

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Li Xindong, surrounded by Zhang Chengguo and others, left the conference room with satisfaction.

Back in the VIP lounge located inside the convention center.

The warm smile on Li Xindong's face vanished, replaced by a solemn and thoughtful expression.

He whispered an instruction to his secretary.

The secretary immediately understood, picked up her work phone, quickly dialed a number, and then respectfully handed the phone over.

The call was quickly answered.

"Hey, Jiping, how have you been lately?"

"Hehe, it's not really an instruction, I'm just letting you know and, by the way... giving you a fantastic opportunity."

"...Recently, a private equity firm called Rongliu Capital in Hong Kong has made a big move, securing tens of billions of US dollars in funding... The chairman of this company is Tang Song, who is from Jingxian County in your Quancheng..."

He gave a serious overview of Rongliu Capital and Tang Song's situation.

Then he slowly said, "Mayor Jiping, Tang Song is a golden phoenix who came out of your Jinan. He must have feelings for his hometown. Your municipal government must accept this sentiment."

"Let me give you another heads-up: Rongliu Capital is also one of the main participants in Tangyi Precision's 'Xuanji Guangjie' project, which is currently selecting core hardware manufacturers and supply chain partners across the country."

Our province happens to have the most complete supporting industrial chain for Tangyi.

If we could keep a portion of the project's key production capacity in our Yan Province, forming an industrial cluster...

You should know better than I how significant this is for the upgrading of manufacturing in our entire province.

I also hope that Jinan can take this opportunity to promote industrial restructuring…

……

Songmei Apparel, T2 Livestream Room.

The live stream is in full swing.

Unlike He Yiyi's "exclusive live streaming room," which resembled a luxurious dressing room, the T2 live streaming room was designed to create a more professional live streaming atmosphere.

Ring lights illuminated the surrounding area evenly, while a giant high-definition LED backdrop switched the brand's main visual in real time. Robotic arm PTZ cameras on both sides moved slowly, capturing images from different angles, and a long, thin track trolley camera in front of the stage was responsible for "following" the camera to capture close-ups.

The lighting, camera work, and control panel were perfectly coordinated.

In front of the camera.

Li Qingya wore a coat from HEYI STUDIO and professionally explained the fabric thread count, tailoring details, and how to create completely different styles by wearing different inner layers.

Gao Mengting, standing beside Li Qingya, played the role of her "best friend," chatting with her about fashion tips while laughing. Every now and then, she would pick up different innerwear and go into the simple dressing room on the side to quickly change her clothes.

Her well-proportioned figure and beautiful face are very eye-catching.

The partner seemed to thoroughly enjoy this guest appearance on the live stream.

In the shadows of a corner of the live stream room, Tang Song stood quietly.

My gaze passed over the busy operations team and landed on the large, constantly scrolling data screen.

Li Qingya shouted:

"Alright ladies, I know you've been waiting a long time! Next up is the HEYI STUDIO City Windbreaker, which we've had the most requests for a re-release! And this time, we've listened to your suggestions and made a small upgrade to the details..."

As soon as she finished speaking, the operations team immediately and seamlessly put the product link up for sale.

The atmosphere in the live stream reached a small climax.

at the same time.

"Whoosh!" The system light screen automatically unfolded in front of Tang Song's eyes.

Lines of text popped up.

On November 17, 2023, your team successfully surpassed the milestone of monthly sales exceeding 11 million yuan.

Through a robust supply chain system, a healthy account matrix layout, and effective team management and equity incentives, you have successfully transformed Songmei Apparel into a mature enterprise with strong self-sustaining capabilities...

At this moment, standing atop your fruitful achievements, feeling the team's confidence and cohesion emanating from within... you experience a tremendous sense of accomplishment.

[You have completed the second task of the plan: a surge in performance]

You have unlocked the achievement of the "100 Million Yuan Club"

[You have received the following rewards: Charisma +1, Comprehension +1, Business Opportunity Card *1]

Tang Song felt a sudden clarity in his mind, and his thinking seemed to become faster.

He looked at the text on the screen, then looked up at his colleagues in the live stream who were still focused and busy.

A calm yet profound joy and pride slowly welled up within him.

Finally finished.

The company he founded achieved a monthly GMV of over 100 million on this seemingly ordinary Friday night.

The rewards are extremely generous, including not only valuable enhancements to charm and comprehension, but also a [Corporate Opportunity Card].

The last time this card brought about a "chance encounter" with Bei Yuwei, which ultimately led to the explosive popularity of He Yiyi's IP.

What surprises will it bring this time?

Open the system interface to view your personal information.

[Player: Tang Song (86 Charm)]

[Character: President of Songmei Apparel]

Height: 185cm, Weight: 80kg

[Constitution: 83, Endurance: 84, Agility: 82, Comprehension: 86]

……

After successfully completing the tasks of "Controlling Annie" and "Performance Explosion", his charm value reached 86 points.

There are only 4 points left to reach the next node.

Take a deep breath.

Tang and Song closed the system interface.

I raised my wrist to check the time.

The reason he waited until this moment was to witness with his own eyes the historic achievement of Songmei Apparel breaking the 100 million yuan mark in monthly sales.

Bai Yueguang should be almost home by now.

Tang Song's gaze gradually softened.

Since graduating from high school, the two have never returned to the school campus together.

This time when I go back, I must make my white moonlight wear a high school uniform and tie her hair in a high ponytail to make up for my regret.

(End of this chapter)