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

Chapter 734 Anyway, I'm Not Losing

After spending more than a week with him, coupled with this incredibly romantic proposal, Jiang Fan was completely satisfied.

My flight was on Saturday morning. After returning to Shanghai, I didn't stop and went straight from Pudong International Airport to the car arranged by Luo Yang to go back to Yang City.

Luo Yang also rushed back to the group headquarters directly from the airport.

Everyone else in the board office stayed in Sanya and won't return until tomorrow night. Only Wen Wan and Luo Yang will take the same flight back to Shanghai.

Because he had called ahead, Song Wan was already waiting for him when he returned to the company.

"I'm just curious, if you need to find me, can't you just fly to Sanya?"

After opening the office door, Luo Yang led Song Wan to the tea table. Once seated, he said in a teasing tone, "You can go there to report on work while also spending a weekend there—a company-funded trip."

"The boss and his wife are on their honeymoon, and I need to rush over to report on work?"

Song Wan curled her lip and said, "How brain-dead would someone have to be to do something like that? I'm just being self-aware, so I don't want to offend people."

After saying that, he laughed at himself.

"I heard that the concert alone cost more than 20 million. Fortunately, the outside world doesn't know the inside story, otherwise your proposal ceremony would definitely be trending on social media."

"You only live once, so what's wrong with indulging a little?"

Luo Yang said nonchalantly, "Besides, who would care about a nobody like me? I'd rather spend that time stalking some singer's scandal."

"Hehe, Mr. Luo, is that considered underestimating yourself?"

Song Wan twitched her lips and said, "22 years old, a recent college graduate, starting from scratch, going from zero to a net worth of 10 billion in three years, and you call that Little Karami?"

"A net worth of tens of billions is just talk; the company valuation doesn't count. Do you think someone from your family who's in the investment business wouldn't understand this?"

Luo Yang didn't want to continue talking about this, so while the water was boiling, he returned to the original topic: "You insisted on dragging me back, so tell me, what important thing is it?"

When it came to serious matters, Song Wan became earnest.

"We have signed agreements with all eight 985 universities: Peking University, Tsinghua University, Renmin University of China, Beihang University, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing Normal University, China Agricultural University, and Minzu University of China. The equipment installation will begin on August 1st, and we expect to see our shared bikes on these campuses next semester."

With a smile, Song Wan reported: "In addition, 18 other 211 universities, including the University of International Business and Economics, Central University of Finance and Economics, China University of Political Science and Law, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, Beijing Foreign Studies University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Beijing University of Science and Technology, Communication University of China, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing Forestry University, North China Electric Power University, Central Conservatory of Music, China University of Chinese Medicine, China University of Geosciences, China University of Mining and Technology, China University of Petroleum, and Beijing Sport University, have also signed agreements allowing them to operate on campus."

Goodness, they've caught them all in one fell swoop!

"It seems Han Dongming has quite a bit of influence."

It's no joke that they were able to coordinate with so many universities for Edifier Technology in such a short time. Without extremely strong connections in the university circle in the capital, it would be absolutely impossible to do this.

"He's showing us his energy."

Song Wan also remarked with emotion, "I originally thought that getting half of the universities on the list before the start of the semester would be a great success, but I really didn't expect this."

Did he mention the second round of financing for bike-sharing companies during your trip to the capital?

Suppressing his shock, Luo Yang asked the most crucial question: "You insisted on waiting for me to return before reporting, did Han Dongming add any other conditions?"

"This is not."

Song Wan shook her head, then sighed, "Speaking of which, she's quite a meticulous person."

Luo Yang didn't respond, looking at Song Wan, waiting for her to continue.

"Han Dongming has proposed a cooperation plan, and he hopes I can convey it to you."

Song Wan paused here, observed Luo Yang's expression, and seeing no change, continued, "The bike-sharing model is currently only being promoted domestically, but he believes that green environmental protection and the sharing concept are more suitable for Western countries, so he wants to work with you to take this project to Europe and the United States."

What does it mean to search high and low without finding it, only to have it come to you effortlessly?
The idea only popped into Luo Yang's head yesterday in Sanya, Hainan, but it still needs the right opportunity to be implemented.

As a result, I received a huge surprise when I returned to Shanghai today.

"He only asked you to convey this message, and didn't say anything else?"

Luo Yang showed no sign of urgency, and simply asked calmly, "You don't mean I have to make another trip to the capital soon, do you?"

"That's not necessary."

As Song Wan responded, she tapped the rim of the teacup with her finger, indicating that it should be filled to about eight-tenths full.

"The second round of financing for the bike-sharing project is scheduled to begin in mid-August. Han Dongming said he will come to Shanghai in advance to meet with you and discuss the possibility of cooperation."

"That means there's no rush for now."

Luo Yang smiled and said, "Let's talk about it when we meet."

"So I should just reply to him like that?"

Song Wan understood the meaning behind Luo Yang's words and said with a smile, "Actually, even without Han Dongming, I would have made the same suggestion, but it would have been a little later. It would have been easier to consider replicating the model in the European and American markets and seeking investment from European and American institutions after our shared bikes have been promoted in several major cities in China and have initially achieved a social impact."

"I think your judgment on the timing was a bit late."

Since the topic has come up, Luo Yang took the opportunity to share his own views.

"This kind of market is a hot trend. Once everyone sees a certain possibility, it will not only be a rush to enter, but also a fiercely competitive situation. Some opportunities are not something you can just wait for. There will always be someone who will try to seize them at any cost, so there will never be a perfect opportunity."

Luo Yang said seriously, "So the best thing is to take the lead from the start, and then take advantage of that lead to stay ahead. Never give your opponent a chance. You have to understand that this era is an era where the winner takes all."

Song Wan fell into deep thought.

After a long while, she looked up at Luo Yang and asked, "Then what do you think is the most appropriate time?"

"Snapped!"

Luo Yang didn't rush to answer Song Wan; instead, he took out a cigarette and lit it.

"If it were me, I would start planning from the next round of financing."

"August?"

Song Wan looked shocked and said in a surprised tone, "Back in August, our project hadn't even expanded beyond universities. Its visibility and social impact weren't very high. At that time, if we wanted to enter the European and American markets, we'd have to allocate a large sum of money upfront to pioneer those markets."

"Who says that setting up a business necessarily means spending money to pioneer in European and American markets?"

Luo Yang chuckled and said, "All we need to do is bring in a large European and American investment institution during the second round of financing. By the third and fourth rounds of financing, the concept of the sharing economy will be widely recognized, and the social operation of the project will be verified. Given the nature of those people on Wall Street, they will be more enthusiastic than anyone else as long as we bring it up. Do you believe me?"

Song Wan was stunned.

“Your family is in the investment business, so you should know some things better than I do.”

Luo Yang continued to the stunned Song Wan: "Over the years, the European and American markets have inevitably introduced a new concept every few years. After being hyped up, it becomes a hot trend, attracting a large influx of funds. As for whether this new concept can be realized or applied and promoted in a short period of time, they don't care."

"Yes, the capital market doesn't care about these things."

Speaking of this, Song Wan couldn't help but sigh: "When Silicon Valley first proposed the concept of the Internet, the technology wasn't actually supportive, but massive amounts of capital still poured in, and it prospered for several years. But when the bubble burst, who cared about those bankrupt Internet companies?"

"Did Omega participate in the second round of financing for bike-sharing companies?"

Luo Yang didn't have time to empathize with such things right now, and continued with his plan, saying, "For example, IDG, Google, Temasek."

"Isn't that Sequoia Capital?" Song Wan replied to Luo Yang with surprise, "According to what you said before, they are deeply involved in the bike-sharing project, and can completely access the European and American markets through them."

"Shen Nanpeng wields too much power and is too shrewd."

Luo Yang shook his head and said, "I need a remotely controlled Omega investment institution in China."

This reason is quite far-fetched.

But he was still hoping to be squeezed out, and he couldn't tell Song Wan this, so he had to find a reason to justify it.

"The vice president of IDG Greater China did contact me."

Although Song Wan felt forced, the information exchanged just now was too dense, and she didn't have time to sort it out in time, so she could only follow Luo Yang's pace.

"Because of your strategic planning, we didn't consider involving IDG before, so..."

"So you're saying you're not suitable to step in?"

Luo Yang stroked his chin and said, "Why don't we let Han Dongming handle it? You can contact him later and tell him the general reason. With his connections, it shouldn't be difficult for him to get in touch with the head of IDG Greater China. And I believe he can smooth things over."

Song Wan: "."

That's a bit shameless.

However, I have to admit that what my boss said makes a lot of sense.

"What, are you feeling embarrassed?"

Luo Yang saw the meaning in Song Wan's expression and said with a smile, "It's his idea to cooperate with us to make money in the European and American capital markets. We're just letting him set up an outpost for now. Don't be shy. He'll thank us when he makes money in the future."

Indeed, only someone like this can be a boss.

Few first-generation entrepreneurs who value their reputation survive.

"Chairman, I think that once this call is made, Han Dongming definitely won't be able to wait until August."

Song Wan thought for a moment and said, "Maybe I'll have to come to Shanghai in a few days to talk to you in person."

"They've already spent tens of millions in Hainan, why would they care about hosting a Mr. Han?"

Luo Yang joked, "Come on, we'll give you a high-class welcome."

"Pfft!"

Song Wan couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Did you inquire about the potential collaboration with Guobao Films during your trip to the capital?"

As Luo Yang poured himself some tea, he casually asked, "In the coming period, Guobao Films' investment activities will become increasingly large, and the cooperation involved will become more and more extensive. Tan Ying is still lacking in overall control, which makes me even think about slowing down the development speed of Guobao Films."

"Boss Luo, isn't this a bit too much of an exploitation of your subordinates?"

Song Wan looked at Luo Yang, who had deliberately leaked the information to her, with amusement: "It's one thing that you put the burden of the group's investment department on my shoulders, but then you made me help take charge of the shared bicycle project. What, do you want me to hold three positions now?"

"Didn't the investment department tell you to hurry up and train capable subordinates?"

Luo Yang argued, "Besides, there haven't been any major moves recently, and the investment department isn't very busy. As for the bike-sharing business, Xiao Wei is starting to take charge on her own. You can lead for another six months at most. Once the third round of financing is over, you can gradually let go and focus your energy on Guobao Films."

"hehe."

Right now, the only person in the group who can chat with Luo Yang like this is probably Song Wan.

She chuckled and then said, "You win, but I can start paying attention to Guobao Films right now. You can find someone else to manage the investment department. Also, you need to give me a clear position. I can't just get involved in this ambiguous way."

Perfectly controlled.

"You will retain your position as Group Vice President. We will simply change your responsibilities. The Board meeting for the second quarter has not yet been held, so we can take this opportunity to announce your change of position at next week's meeting."

Luo Yang already had a plan in mind: "The reason I won't directly assign you a position in Guobao Films for the time being is because the company's restructuring will begin next month. There will be significant changes within the group, and I will help you adjust to the right position all at once."

Song Wan was aware of the company's restructuring and even strongly supported it.

But she didn't know exactly how to adjust it.

"I don't care about anything else, but could you tell me how Guobao Films will adjust its operations?"

"Would you believe me if I said I wasn't entirely sure either?"

Luo Yang shrugged and said, "To be honest, I'm not very familiar with the film and entertainment industry. If you have any ideas, you can communicate with the research team in advance, and then we can reach a consensus. What do you think?"

The major changes to the company structure are mainly at the group level. The first change is to the rating system. After the adjustment, the original structure of the entire group will be overturned and replaced with a dual-track career development system.

In addition, regarding the group's subsidiary holding companies, Luo Yang currently only has a vague concept of how things will change, but it is definitely not simply divided according to the geographical regions of Shanghai and Yang City.

Finally, the shareholding structure will definitely need to be adjusted.

As for whether or not to register an investment company overseas to achieve his goal, Luo Yang is still considering it.

After all, he doesn't operate on a model of dispersed shareholding and a small company pulling a large cart; he needs to use this method to achieve control over the entire group.

As for the branch offices below, the changes will be much smaller.

His reminder to Song Wan was to give her the opportunity to improve the comprehensive film and entertainment company she envisioned, according to her own ideas.

Song Wan understood.

So she showed an excited expression.

"Does the chairman keep his word?"

"Or should I pretend I didn't say anything?"

"no!"

Song Wanming knew Luo Yang was joking, but she still got anxious; "You're the big boss, what you say is what you mean, you can't take it back."

"tsk"

Luo Yang stared at Song Wan for a long while.

After clicking his tongue, he exclaimed, "So your interests are so rebellious. No wonder you've always refused to come back to help in the family business. It turns out you've got your eye on the platform here!"

"Mr. Luo, you should speak with conscience."

Since I've gotten what I wanted, I don't care what the boss says.

Song Wan chuckled and said, "When Kunpeng Technology was first established, I didn't complain at all. Later, when I was put in charge of Gray Rhino Capital, I didn't complain at all. Now that you're treating me like a beast of burden, I'll still stick by your side."

Luo Yang was also amused.

Anyway, he didn't lose out.

(End of this chapter)