An Jingsheng understood Jiang Cheng's nature.
He chimed in, "I agree. Regional harvesting is the way to go. Back then, when Wanke acquired Kaide's assets, they weren't greedy either; they only picked mature projects in core city clusters. Those are both easy to manage and quick to liquidate. Rongrong is our home turf, and the Company has a significant presence here. The Dawang Mountain Cultural Tourism City plot, the high-quality residential land reserves in Binjiang, and the two nearly completed commercial complexes in the city center are all hard currency."
"Exactly. We know the Chengdu projects inside out—which plots have low floor prices and which projects can quickly recoup cash flow. We're perfectly clear on that," Jiang Cheng added.
"We'll focus on the core assets in Chengdu and its surrounding city clusters, acquiring them at low prices through debt compensation or judicial auctions. We'll avoid those cultural tourism parks that require continuous investment and only pick residential land, mature commercial properties, and projects nearing completion."
An Jingsheng gave a low chuckle, his tone filled with approval. "Mhm. By swallowing the high-quality assets of Rongcheng and its surroundings, we won't make the Company collapse immediately, but we'll cut off its core cash flow sources, accelerating the deterioration of its capital chain. When the time comes, they'll be too busy saving themselves to stop us from cashing out. Once we're done with the meat in Rongcheng, we can use that momentum to pick up high-quality scraps being sold off in other cities."
Jiang Cheng raised an eyebrow and teased, "Not bad, Old An. You're even better at calculating than I am. So you want to fill your belly at our doorstep first before heading out to make a killing elsewhere?"
"Why not?" An Jingsheng's voice carried a natural confidence. "Fighting on our home turf carries no risk, and the money we earn can serve as principal for subsequent arbitrage. It's a guaranteed win. How about this: I'll coordinate local channels and funding for the Chengdu projects, and you'll be responsible for monitoring Evergrande's debt milestones and asset auction information. We'll divide the work?"
Jiang Cheng gave a low laugh, his fingertips lightly tapping on his phone screen.
With a hint of teasing in his voice, he said, "Old An, do you have so much money you've got nowhere to spend it? Instead of watching over your oil fields and mines over there, you insist on jumping into these muddy waters back home. Aren't you afraid that the little bit you earn here won't even be enough to get stuck in your teeth?"
Hearing Jiang Cheng say this, An Jingsheng knew that Jiang Cheng also approved of this plan.
He snorted a laugh. "Little profit? You have a sharp eye, so how could the projects you've targeted be bad? I just think business over there is too boring, so I came over to join the fun."
Jiang Cheng raised an eyebrow, his tone playful. "Fine, since you're insisting on being the sucker, I won't be polite. But let's get this straight beforehand: the profits are mine, and if we lose... you'll cover the bottom line?"
At this, An Jingsheng scoffed directly. "You've certainly got a sharp calculator, kid. Fine, I'll cover the bottom line. I might be getting old, but my brain still works. Following my method, it's impossible to lose."
"Good," Jiang Cheng agreed, then returned to the main topic. "Then send the person you caught over in one piece. Don't do anything extra."
An Jingsheng: "..."
One moment they were discussing capital operations worth tens of billions, and the next they were back to such a'small matter.' Only Jiang Cheng could switch gears so seamlessly.
He replied helplessly, "Fine, we'll do as you say. They'll be delivered within three days."
After hanging up with An Jingsheng, Jiang Cheng also got into his car.
As soon as he got in, Wang Sheng spoke up. "Young Master Jiang, word came from Pengcheng that Xu Zhi has been taken away by the Economic Investigation Department. Xu Jiayin turned back halfway and is currently negotiating with the Police, but it's useless."
Jiang Cheng's lips curled into a faint, cold smile. "Understood. Tell them over there to follow the procedures and leave no flaws in the evidence chain..."
"Yes..."
It was after nine in the evening when Jiang Cheng finally arrived at Renji Mountain Villa.
When he entered using his fingerprint, Xu Yan, who was scrolling through her phone on the sofa, was clearly a bit flustered.
Seeing it was Jiang Cheng, Xu Yan's face showed clear surprise and joy amidst her fluster.
She trotted over quickly and then took the initiative to hug Jiang Cheng.
This action made Jiang Cheng somewhat inexplicably flustered.
However, very soon, Jiang Cheng heard the sound of a shower running from the master bedroom's bathroom.
So, was Chu Ran in there taking a shower?
Jiang Cheng wrapped his arm around Xu Yan's waist and looked down. "Wait, why are you wearing Pinru's clothes?"
Xu Yan was naturally the type who loved to talk back playfully.
She smoothly replied, "Since we're seeking excitement, we might as well go all the way~"
To be honest, Jiang Cheng never expected this situation to occur.
Xu Yan was wearing Jiang Churan's silk camisole nightgown.
How exciting~
The relationship between these two best friends was indeed very close...
"You're so seductive~"
After saying that, Jiang Cheng didn't dawdle any longer.
Jiang Churan might have heard the sound of the door opening earlier.
It wasn't appropriate to linger here for too long.
But when Xu Yan had trotted over just now, Jiang Cheng had already made a judgment.
She was going 'vacuum' under the top of this nightgown.
So how could you expect Jiang Cheng to resist?
At this moment, Jiang Cheng dove right in and began to nibble away with focused intensity.
"Ah!" Xu Yan was clearly startled.
But she didn't dare to cry out loud.
Although the two of them had made contact in the dance studio at noon today,
Jiang Cheng had only used his hands to swat her then. She didn't expect that now he would not only use his hands but his mouth as well.
She hadn't expected that a little bit of 'mouth work' would feel so good.
But as good as it felt, Xu Yan still didn't dare to continue.
"Jiang Cheng... don't... not here..."
Hearing this, Jiang Cheng spoke up somewhat indistinctly, "So it's okay if it's not here?"
"Ah... that's not what I meant. Don't, Chu Ran is still inside. You should go in..."
Though it was enticing, Jiang Cheng indeed didn't linger in the battle.
He looked up, gave her a kiss, and then walked into Chu Ran's bedroom.
After entering, Jiang Cheng picked up his phone and called Chen Xueer.
The content of the call was naturally about the Company matter he had discussed with An Jingsheng at noon.
As a result, when Chu Ran came out of the bathroom, she saw Jiang Cheng lying on her bed making a phone call.
Chu Ran walked to Jiang Cheng's side and took the initiative to kiss him on the cheek. Then, after glancing toward the bedroom door, she walked out quietly.
By the time she came back in, Jiang Cheng had quickly hung up the phone.
After hanging up, Jiang Cheng took the initiative to strike first. "Hmm? You have no idea, I was startled just now. Why is Xu Yan wearing your nightgown?"
Jiang Cheng's proactive explanation made him seem very open. Chu Ran smiled and explained, "Yan Yan also said she was startled just now. I'm sorry, I thought you weren't coming tonight, so I let Yan Yan stay over..."
After she finished speaking, Jiang Cheng pulled Chu Ran into his arms and took a deep breath near her fragrant neck. "Mmm, so fragrant~ Why say sorry? This is your home, and it's your freedom to let whoever you want stay. It's just that I'm afraid you won't be able to sing to your heart's content tonight!"
Seeing Jiang Cheng bring this up, although Chu Ran was somewhat expectant, she was also a bit afraid that her legs would be weak during dance practice tomorrow.