Returning to Taiwan in 2000 as a patriotic artist

Today, the Eagle King Taiwan Office welcomes a future business tycoon.

10:00 AM.

Gu Bei sat on the sofa in his office, holding a cup of freshly ground coffee.

"Knock knock knock"

There was a knock on the office door.

Xiaoyun pushed open the door, a professional smile on her face, but her voice carried a hint of nervousness: "Gu Bei, the guest has arrived."

Gu Bei can't help but laugh whenever he thinks about how behind Xiao Yun's professional smile lies a "clueless idiot".

"Please let them in."

He stood up and straightened his shirt collar.

Today, Gu Bei wore black suit pants, a white shirt, and brown leather shoes, looking very formal.

Xiaoyun stepped aside, and two people walked in through the door.

Walking in front was Brother Ma, twenty-eight or twenty-nine years old, wearing a dark blue V-neck top, paired with dress pants and leather shoes, his hair neatly combed.

He has a round face, wears gold-rimmed glasses, and has small but bright eyes that squint into slits when he smiles, giving him a simple and honest appearance.

But Gu Bei knew that this was a ruthless and decisive business genius.

Following behind Little Ma was a young man, about twenty-five or twenty-six years old, wearing a white shirt and dark blue trousers, carrying a black briefcase, who looked like an assistant.

"Mr. Ma, welcome, welcome." Gu Bei greeted him.

The two shook hands.

"Mr. Gu!" Ma Huateng exclaimed excitedly, his palms sweating. "You're even more handsome in person than in the music video!"

He looked Gu Bei up and down, his eyes filled with undisguised admiration.

"Mr. Ma, you flatter me." Gu Bei said with a smile, "Mr. Ma is also more energetic than I imagined."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Gu Bei stepped aside to lead the way, saying, "This way, please, let's talk in the reception room."

The reception room was brightly lit and fully furnished with sofas, coffee tables, snacks, and other amenities to entertain guests. It was also much more spacious than the office.

Most importantly, it has two floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing people to enjoy a wide view of the city scenery.

Yang Wanqing, Wang Zuxian, and Zhou Huimin stood side by side, holding fashion magazines and discussing which outfit would look best.

All three women were dressed very formally today.

Vivian Chow wore a white shirt with a light gray pencil skirt, her long hair cascading over her shoulders. She wore light makeup, with a thin layer of crystal-colored lipstick on her lips, exuding gentle elegance.

Wang Zuxian wore a plain white linen suit, her hair was casually tied up with a wooden hairpin, and she wore almost no makeup, but her expressive eyes were still captivating, and she exuded a sense of relaxation.

Yang Wanqing wore a navy blue dress, her hair was styled in an updo, revealing her slender neck, and she wore a pair of small pearl earrings, making her look capable and elegant.

She crossed her legs and looked at the other two: "Gu Bei came to me last night and asked me to invest 400 million in Tencent."

"Tencent?"

Which company is it?

Wang Zuxian and Zhou Huimin both had some doubts.

Yang Wanqing had no choice but to explain, "It's the one that operated ICQ, now renamed QQ."

That way, they'll understand.

"At the time, I felt the valuation was too high. 4 million for only 400% of the shares? What's the difference between that and robbery?"

Yang Wanqing's lips curled up slightly.

She deliberately dragged out her words: "Then Gu Bei said something..."

As expected, both Wong Cho-yin and Vivian Chow were filled with curiosity and asked in unison, "What did he say?"

"He said..." Yang Wanqing knew her scheme had succeeded: "If he loses, it's on him; if he wins, it's on me."

"Is there really such a good thing?" Wang Zuxian and Zhou Huimin were both somewhat skeptical.

It's not that I think Gu Bei can't afford to pay.

They had all seen the songs Gu Bei had and thought they could become hits, and that it wouldn't be difficult for him to come up with 400 million in the future.

Their main problem was that they didn't believe Gu Bei was so kind.

After all, his scumbag nature is undeniable.

"How about... we split the cost?" Yang Wanqing suggested. "I'll contribute 200 million, and you each contribute 100 million?"

After listening, Zhou Huimin lowered her head, her fingers unconsciously twisting together.

She had spent some time with Gu Bei and knew that the little man always acted as if he already knew the outcome of everything he did.

This investment is absolutely guaranteed to be a winner!

Or... should I invest 200 million?

Just as Vivian Chow was debating whether to invest 100 million or 200 million, Joey Wong immediately made the decision: "Okay, I'll invest!"

"Okay, I'll vote too!"

Zhou Huimin felt as if she had lost a hundred million...

A moment later, when Ma Huateng walked into the reception room, he was visibly stunned for a moment, but quickly returned to normal.

He adjusted his glasses, smiled, and greeted them, "Mr. Yang, Ms. Zhou, Ms. Wang, hello."

"Mr. Ma, welcome to Taiwan." Yang Wanqing stood up and extended her hand.

The two shook hands.

Then Zhou Huimin and Wang Zuxian shook hands with Ma Huateng to express their greetings.

After the guests and hosts were seated, Xiao Yun came in with a tea tray and poured a cup of Phoenix Dancong tea for each person.

The aroma of tea rises gently.

Gu Bei gestured for them to have some tea.

Hearing his hometown dialect for a moment, Ma Huateng was taken aback.

Gu Bei then smiled and said with interest, "What kind of people are you?"

"Let's see if someone gives Sister Yang some Phoenix Dancong mushrooms. They're delicious, aren't they?"

With Gu Bei speaking a few words in his hometown dialect, the atmosphere instantly became much more relaxed.

They chatted about all sorts of things, occasionally throwing in a few words of Chaoshan dialect.

However, since Wang Zuxian and Zhou Huimin couldn't understand, they didn't say much.

After chatting for a while, Ma Huateng took out a stack of documents from his briefcase and handed them to Gu Bei with both hands.

"Mr. Gu, this is the endorsement contract. Please take a look."

Gu Bei took it and looked through it.

The endorsement fee is 100 million RMB for a two-year term. Gu Bei is required to use QQ-related products in GG, events, and promotional materials, and cooperate with Tencent for no more than three commercial shoots.

The contract terms were written in a very standard way, without any commercial traps.

"No problem." Gu Bei picked up the pen on the table and signed his name on the last page.

Ma Huateng put away the contract and took out another document from his briefcase.

This one is noticeably thicker, with the words "Share Transfer Agreement" printed in large letters on the cover. The paper is also thicker than ordinary A4 paper, giving it a dignified feel.

Ma Huateng pushed up his glasses, his expression turning serious: "Mr. Gu, this is the agreement for the transfer of 5% of Tencent's shares."

"There's also a contract to hire you as a business consultant."

"Based on our current valuation, 5% is... to be honest, not a high value." He smiled, suddenly filled with confidence: "But I believe that with your help, it will be very valuable in the future."

Yang Wanqing took it and flipped through it, then frowned immediately: "Free transfer? Hiring Gu Bei as a business consultant for 5000 RMB per month?"

To be honest, 5000 yuan a month was not a small amount in 2000. An ordinary worker would only earn 500 yuan a month even if he worked himself to the bone.

However, for Gu Bei in the future, it is dispensable.

"Yes." Ma Huateng nodded. "My entire team and I believe that Mr. Gu is worth the price."

Group chat, membership, tier system...

Just for coming up with these ideas, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him a business genius, not to mention the business strategy that Gu Bei designed for himself, which has proven to be very successful!

With a 5% stake and the 400 million yuan investment brought in by Gu Bei, this deal is definitely a win-win situation.

Gu Bei picked up the pen and signed his name on the agreement.

"It's a pleasure working with you!"

"It's a pleasure working with you."

The two shook hands, both feeling they had gotten a great deal.

Ma Huateng believed that using 9% of Tencent's shares to bind Gu Bei, this business genius, plus a 400 million investment, would definitely be a worthwhile investment.

Gu Bei believes that 5% of Tencent's shares, by 2026, would be equivalent to 2000 billion RMB!

They've been easily swayed by his words and are now making a killing.

"Click"

The camera shutter clicked, and Xiaoyun, holding a Polaroid camera, captured this historic moment.

"Mr. Ma, I heard that Tencent is currently raising funds?" Yang Wanqing suddenly asked.

Ma Huateng put down his teacup, sat up straight, and knew that the 400 million investment had arrived: "President Yang is very well-informed."

He glanced at Gu Bei, his face full of gratitude.

"At the beginning of this year, IDC and the second son of the Li family invested $220 million, each holding a 20% stake."

Yang Wanqing's eyelid twitched.

With $220 million for a 40% stake, Tencent's current valuation is $550 million.

It's not high, but for an unprofitable internet company... only a madman would invest in it!

"How many shares can Mr. Ma's team offer right now?"

"4%", Ma Huateng did not hide anything: "Our team must have absolute control."

"Moreover, I will not sell this 4% stake for less than 400 million."