Jiang Cheng picked up Chen Xueer's call as soon as he stepped out of the private room.
The moment the call connected, Chen Xue's smiling voice came through—charming but not gaudy, with a hint of professional crispness at the end. "President Jiang, I saw your message. I've already had Linger start monitoring the developments at Love Book."
"Mm," Jiang Cheng leaned against the carved railing in the hallway, his tone unreadable. "You guys discuss the specifics of the agreement first. The scale of the funds hasn't been finalized yet. Tomorrow, I'll have them transfer the capital to the company account."
"Understood," Chen Xue replied concisely, before shifting the topic.
Her voice carried a hint of concern she hadn't even noticed herself: "Have you eaten yet?"
Jiang Cheng keenly caught the slight change in Chen Xueer's tone and chuckled. "I have. Have you and Linger eaten?"
Seeing that Jiang Cheng had included Zhao Linger, Chen Xueer couldn't help but curse inwardly: This little pervert.
Having followed Jiang Cheng for over half a year, Chen Xueer believed she understood him quite well by now.
Ever since Jiang Cheng had given both her and Zhao Linger Bvlgari necklaces, she knew exactly what kind of scheme he was cooking up.
"We had a late breakfast. Linger has already gone to buy food."
Hearing Chen Xueer's coy tone, Jiang Cheng cleared his throat.
Then, he turned the conversation back to business. "By the way, I just reached an agreement with a risk control company. I'm planning to invest several hundred million to acquire 45% of their shares."
"A risk control company? Which one?"
"Xindun Risk Control."
There was a brief silence on the other end, followed by Chen Xue's slightly raised voice, her surprise masking a precise judgment. "Oh, I know Xindun Risk Control. Their core team is entirely from the risk control departments of former investment banks. Their bad debt ratio is kept extremely low; they're a real gem."
"Isn't Xingchen Investment investing in a few new energy projects lately? We need to keep a tight grip on risk control, and this company happens to fill that gap."
"Understood, Chairman Jiang. Why do I feel like you've become so... capable lately?"
Chen Xueer had already felt this way during the Pinduoduo share negotiations.
"Hmm? What do you mean 'lately'? Xueer, I think I really need to set the record straight for you. I've always been very 'capable.' Really, I think you should try it out for yourself, then you'll know."
Seeing how heavily Jiang Cheng emphasized the word 'capable,' Chen Xueer couldn't help but bite her lower lip.
"President Jiang, I'm talking business with you. You're so annoying~~"
Fearing what Jiang Cheng might say next, Chen Xueer quickly added, "I understand what you mean. I'll arrange for a team to handle the equity transfer and re-verify their core data to ensure everything is foolproof."
After chatting for a few more minutes, Jiang Cheng finally returned to the private room.
When Huang Zonglei saw Jiang Cheng enter, he put down his wine glass and stood up, naturally gesturing for him to take the empty seat beside him.
Jiang Cheng sat down and got straight to the point, his tone decisive. "I've already briefed my company manager and explained Reliable Shield's situation to him. For the contract signing, he can just coordinate directly with your people. No need for us to go through the trouble."
Huang Zonglei nodded. "By the way, President Jiang, let's add each other on wechat. If any issues come up, you can contact me anytime."
Jiang Cheng nodded. "Alright."
After adding Jiang Cheng on wechat, Huang Zonglei said to Huang Yiyi, "Oh, you should add Jiang Cheng too. You're classmates, so you should talk more often and learn from Chairman Jiang."
Hearing this, Huang Yiyi still deliberately acted as if she wasn't very interested. "Dad, you're drunk. I was the one who invited Jiang Cheng out to dinner today. I've had his contact info for a long time."
"Hahaha, right, right, right. I was so happy I forgot about that."
Huang Zonglei slapped his forehead and continued, "To celebrate our partnership, I'd like to announce it on our website. Also, I want to post a status on my moments. What do you think?"
Jiang Cheng recalled how Huang Zonglei had bowed his head to Xu Lei a couple of days ago.
He probably wanted to announce it to vent his frustrations and slap the faces of those who hadn't believed in their company in the past.
Jiang Cheng nodded naturally. "Of course. Once you post it, I'll be the first to give it a like. After all, we're on the same side now."
Hearing the phrase "on the same side," Huang Yiyi's lips curled up slightly, unable to contain her smile.
If Huang Zonglei hadn't been there, she definitely would have asked Jiang Cheng if she was also "on the same side."
Seeing Jiang Cheng's agreement, Huang Zonglei took out his phone and started editing.
"Today is a good day. Xindun Risk Control has officially partnered with Xingchen Company today. By collaborating with a company of such vision and prospects, I believe Reliable Shield's future will be even brighter."
After passing Huang Zonglei's friend request, Jiang Cheng also gave his newly posted moments status a like.
Meanwhile, in his office, Xu Lei, having just enjoyed his secretary's service, let out a comfortable sigh, his legs feeling relaxed.