Reborn, back to a small county town to become a wealthy family

Chapter 715 The Porcelain Doll's Metamorphosis
"Everything else is ready. Once the navigation and flight control systems are properly adapted, we can start assembling the prototype."

Chief Technology Officer Liu Zenghui replied to Luo Yang's question: "According to the timeline, we should be able to produce two aircraft by early August at the latest."

"When is the team flying to Berlin?"

"Chairman, the Berlin Air Show will begin on September 10th."

Chu Jianming replied, "The team plans to depart between September 5th and September 7th. Before that, the company will arrange for two administrative staff and one translator to go there in advance to arrange accommodation and other matters."

"Then you'll only have about 25 days for test flights and adjustments."

After thinking for a moment, Luo Yang asked, "Are you confident?"

After he raised this question, no one could give a definite answer for a while.

"Chairman, our initial plan is still focused on stability."

Chu Jianming said tactfully, "We have already disassembled DJI's first multi-rotor drone product. After analysis by the technical department, we found that their technology in many systems is not more advanced than ours, and they are even further behind in power battery technology."

"That's good news."

Upon hearing this news, Luo Yang said in a good mood, "Our Kunpeng Technology still has an advantage in drone power battery technology."

With the foundation of the Yuanfan Group, plus the R&D laboratory that was later jointly established, it would be strange if they didn't take the lead.

"Chairman, after comparing various sources, our marketing department actually has another guess."

Ding Hongyi, Marketing Director, stated, "They may be imitating the design of our Kunpeng 2. The reason DJI launched its new generation model a few months later than us might be because they overturned the previous design. Imitation combined with innovation slowed down their progress."

This is a novel perspective.

Luo Yang asked curiously, "DJI's models look very similar to ours?"

"The similarity is over 60%."

Ding Hongyi replied: "Some parts have been changed. I asked the technical department, and since the aerodynamic layout of most aircraft is similar, even if there are strong traces of borrowing and copying, it is impossible to identify them."

Just like our J-35 and J-20, they have many similarities in appearance to the US F-35 and F-22. When asked, they say that the aerodynamic layout of the aircraft is similar.

However, Ding Hongyi's words made Luo Yang feel somewhat ashamed.

The Kunpeng 2's design was created by Luo Yang, and it was inspired by the appearance of DJI models in the movie Fragments of Memory.

It's a case of using magic to defeat magic.

In retrospect, it's likely that DJI didn't copy the Kunpeng 2; rather, Kunpeng Technology released its new model first and registered a design patent. DJI then discovered that its new model's design was essentially identical to Kunpeng's, forcing them to make adjustments.

The key issue is that they have grievances they can't express because Kunpeng Technology registered the design patent earlier than them.

One can only marvel at the coincidence amidst doubt.

"Since the technical department also prefers stability, I won't insist on taking any risks."

For companies like Kunpeng Technology, the worst thing is for outsiders to guide insiders, so Luo Yang decided to listen to the advice of the company's professionals and not take any risks or be too aggressive.

Of course, this is also subject to certain conditions.

That is, the Kunpeng 2 is no worse than DJI's new generation of multi-rotor drones in any aspect.

Some systems even have more.

"We need to launch a marketing campaign in Europe. Does the company have the funds to support it?"

Before we knew it, it was already 4:30, and all three themes of this meeting had been presented.

Before the meeting ended, Luo Yang chatted casually with several of the company's senior executives.

"Chairman, the company's domestic market profit in the second quarter exceeded 8500 million, and the profit figure in the overseas market was about the same as that in the domestic market."

CFO Ke Ruoyun replied to Luo Yang, "Director Ding has already had a preliminary discussion with our finance department. In the third quarter, we will need to invest approximately 3500 to 4000 million yuan to expand into the European market, and about 1500 million yuan more in the US market. As for the domestic market, we can keep marketing expenses below 1000 million yuan in the third quarter."

"At the beginning of the year, in order to expand into the US market, we had to borrow 1 million yuan from the bank, and at that time, research and development funds were a bit tight."

Upon hearing this news, Luo Yang smiled and said, "It seems the second half of the year is going to be better."

"The R&D department is having an easier time."

Chu Jianming chuckled and teased Liu Zenghui, "You guys have been complaining about insufficient R&D funds for half a year. You've been starving, so you'd better make up for it with some big meals, right?"

Liu Zenghui scoffed, "If we had enough R&D funding in the first half of the year, we could have developed Kunpeng 2.2, let alone Kunpeng 2.1."

"Old Liu, even if you don't brag, you won't be shortchanged on expenses in the second half of the year."

Chu Jianming chuckled, "The chairman is right here now. Don't let them fail to produce Kunpeng 2.2 by the end of the year; then their boasting will be exposed."

After he finished speaking, several senior executives in the conference room laughed.

The group chatted until around five o'clock before breaking up.

Chu Jianming invited Luo Yang to stay for dinner, saying that the canteen in the science and technology park had been set up, with small private rooms specifically for entertaining guests, and the stir-fried dishes were quite delicious.

Luo Yang gladly accepted.

A little after eight o'clock, he and Chu Jing left the science and technology park.

"Boss, shall we go back to the hotel next to the company first?"

Sitting in the passenger seat, Chu Jing asked, "You didn't take a lunch break today, so you can go back to your room and get some rest."

"Okay, let's go back to the hotel first."

Luo Yang, leaning back in the back seat, squinted, thinking about what would happen that night.

Upon returning to the Hilton Hotel, Luo Yang did not go to his room but instead took the elevator directly to the 12th floor.

Xiang Wanwan called him on her way back to her hometown last week.

She was eager to observe this live trading session, so she stayed in Shanghai under the guise of going on a trip with her classmate and best friend, squeezing out a few days so that Luo Yang could take her to Gray Rhino every night.

Luo Yang had the board office book two executive suites at the Hilton so that he and Xiang Wanwan could spend time alone together.

"Did you eat out for dinner or at the hotel?"

Because he had sent a message to Xiang Wanwan in advance, the girl wasn't with her best friend when Luo Yang knocked on the door and entered the room.

"I ate at the hotel's buffet."

The little girl pouted and said, "I'm afraid of running into acquaintances when I go out, and then I won't be able to explain it to my family."

The porcelain doll hadn't yet developed the awareness of serving men; while Luo Yang was changing his slippers in the entryway, she was still sitting on the sofa in the living room.

Thankfully, I wasn't playing games with my head down.

"What about your best friend? Is she willing to stay cooped up in her room all day?"

After changing into slippers, Luo Yang casually boiled some water while keeping in touch with Porcelain Doll: "My live trading doesn't last all night; it usually ends around 2 or 3 a.m. You don't have to stay in the hotel every day. You can go sightseeing around Shanghai during the day. I'll arrange the car and driver. You can have dinner at the tourist attractions before heading back to Shanghai. That way, it'll be more reasonable for your best friend."

Xiang Wanwan's eyes lit up after hearing this.

She ran joyfully to the entrance, wrapped her arms around Luo Yang's neck, and stood on tiptoe to kiss his cheek. Luo Yang, however, pulled her close and kissed her passionately on the lips.

They only let go when the person couldn't breathe anymore.

"Uncle, the kind of tours you mentioned earlier all have to be within a one-day itinerary, right?"

After calming down, the porcelain doll looked up at Luo Yang and said, "I don't know much about this place. Could you give me some pointers?"

"You've definitely been to places like Zhujiajiao, right?"

"Isn't it just next door in Qingpu?"

Xiang Wanwan said sweetly, "I went there when I was in junior high school, and I've also been to Nanxiang. I've basically visited all the fun places in Shanghai."

"What about Suzhou?"

Luo Yang cited examples such as: "Zhouzhuang Ancient Town, Tongli Ancient Town, Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, Hanshan Temple, Tiger Hill Scenic Area, and Shajiabang Scenic Area."

"I've been to Zhouzhuang, the Humble Administrator's Garden, the Lion Grove Garden, and Hanshan Temple."

After thinking for a moment, the porcelain doll replied, "Some of them went on trips with their parents before they started high school, and some went with their classmates during summer vacation in high school."

"Then let's explore some places we haven't been to before."

Luo Yang smiled and said, "There are many scenic spots around Zhejiang Province, such as Hangzhou, Anji, and Nanxun Ancient Town; Nanjing City in Jiangsu Province, such as Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, Ming City Wall, and Qinhuai River; Longcheng Dinosaur Park; and Wuxi Lingshan Grand Buddha. There are also many other scenic spots worth visiting for a day trip."

After sorting through the information, Xiang Wanwan discovered that there were quite a few tourist attractions nearby that could be visited within a day.

"Just the things I just mentioned will take four or five days to go on."

The porcelain doll tiptoed again and kissed Luo Yang's lips: "Uncle, you're so good to me."

While we were chatting, the water boiled.

Luo Yang brewed a cup of Lipton black tea and led Xiang Wanwan to the sofa in the living room.

“I’ve deprived you of your right to study at Tsinghua or Peking University, and I owe you that.”

After sitting down on the sofa, he lit a cigarette and looked into the porcelain doll's eyes, saying, "But as long as you listen to me, I guarantee that your future achievements in business will far surpass those of most Tsinghua and Peking University graduates!"

The reason I dare not say the vast majority is because some students from Tsinghua and Peking Universities do not engage in business.

After graduation, they pursued scientific research or academic careers, or entered into government service, so there's no way to compare them.

"Uncle, I don't blame you."

Porcelain Doll Duck sat on the sofa, wrapped her arms around Luo Yang's arm, and gently shook it, saying, "In most people's eyes, Fudan's reputation is slightly inferior to Tsinghua and Peking University, especially among those who are engaged in academia. This gap is real. In addition, there is the circle of connections. Tsinghua and Peking University do have a stronger foundation, but most students don't need it. But you, Uncle, have helped me make up for these gaps, so that my starting point after graduation is naturally higher than most graduates from Tsinghua and Peking University. That's enough."

Is this still the seemingly silly Xiang Wanwan?

My mind is perfectly clear, and my logic isn't too strong.

Fudan University is said to be a comprehensive university, but it is actually more humanities-oriented, so Xiang Wanwan's statement that it lags behind Tsinghua and Peking University in academics is correct.

However, even among these three top universities, most graduates do not pursue academic research but instead go on to work in the corporate world.

In the business world, when it comes to alumni networks, Tsinghua and Peking Universities may be more powerful.

But being able to benefit from that connection is one thing, being able to leverage that connection is another.

Xiang Wanwan is different.

She believed that she could be trained by Luo Yang after graduation, and as long as her abilities weren't too bad, she should be able to manage a company with assets worth several billion before the age of thirty.

I really underestimated you.

Luo Yang turned to the side, reached out and stroked the porcelain doll's cheek, feeling the smooth, creamy skin as he sighed, "I hope you grow up quickly in the future. I'm thinking of retiring early and traveling around the world."

"whee."

Xiang Wanwan gave Luo Yang a sweet smile and said, "As long as you give me a chance, I will definitely not let you down."

"With your intelligence, you should achieve great things in the future."

Luo Yang looked into Xiang Wanwan's eyes and said, "But I'm a little curious, when did you start to change?"

In his memory, from the first time he met this porcelain doll-like girl to the subsequent times he was submissive, Xiang Wanwan was always the kind of person who had her own ideas, but had to submit to Luo Yang for some reason.

I don't know when it started, but this girl's personality suddenly changed.

Become more proactive.

As she looked into Luo Yang's eyes, Xiang Wanwan fluttered her long eyelashes.

With a smile, she calmly said, "From the night you picked me up after evening self-study, I knew I could never have love in this life; from the day you told me to go back to Fudan University before the college entrance exam, I knew I could never escape your control."

"Lying flat?"

Luo Yang paused for a moment, then blurted out those three words.

"I've accepted my fate!"

Xiang Wanwan blinked and analyzed herself, "Or perhaps it's because I'm too smart that I lack the gene for resilience in my personality; because I'm too smart, I can always find shortcuts; because I'm too smart, I can't endure any hardship."

Luo Yang: "."

It seems to make sense.

"Uncle, someone like me shouldn't be given too much freedom."

Xiang Wanwan analyzed herself: "Otherwise, I would use my clever brain to make a temple in the snail shell, maneuver and find shortcuts. Only when you are unreasonable and do not give me any room to maneuver will I give in and accept my fate."

"Are you teaching me how to control you?"

Luo Yang clicked his tongue and said, "Why do I feel a little uneasy?"

Xiang Wanwan straightened her upper body, wrapped her arms around Luo Yang's neck, and straddled his lap.

"Uncle, as long as the platform you create is big enough to accommodate my ambition, don't be afraid that I will break free from your grasp."

Her petite body nestled in Luo Yang's arms, and she murmured softly, "As long as you remain strong, you can continue to suppress me!"

Has the porcelain doll turned evil?

Or was it that what they just talked about was all her true thoughts?

Luo Yang wrapped one arm around the petite body, muttering to himself.
He didn't know that Xiang Wanwan's words were half true and half false.

She was truly impressed by Luo Yang's strength the night she observed him trading live in the US crude oil futures market.

In just half an hour, he raked in hundreds of millions.

Her parents worked hard for half their lives and almost went bankrupt at one point, but they only managed to accumulate tens of millions in assets. What is this?
Xiang Wanwan's worldview was reshaped that very night.

Making money can be so easy!

A whole new world unfolded before her.
(End of this chapter)