I'm reborn and I'm an international student again?

"What kind of heredity is this! She always has a long face at home. She's very nice to my older brothers, but she's indifferent to me. What's wrong with me? Does she only feel proud if I'm like those rich young ladies from other families?" Jin Nana wasn't angry at Chen Xi for criticizing her mother; instead, she joined in the complaints.

In fact, her situation is similar to that of Chen Xi and Saori.

Having lived abroad for a long time, one has long been accustomed to the local way of doing things, and upon returning to one's home country, one feels out of place.

"I bet you edited what you translated yesterday a bit, but the gist should be about right. From now on, we'll live abroad. If you miss home, you can come back anytime."

“Who said you want to live abroad with me? Saori hasn’t agreed yet!” Kim Nana pouted.

"Okay, okay, let's wait until she agrees. So tonight..." Chen Xi reached out to put his arm around her shoulder, but Jin Nana slapped his hand away.

"What do you want to do? Tonight, just like before, you go back to your own room to sleep."

The two haven't shared a bed in the past few days, and have hardly engaged in any intimate behavior.

"But we've already..."

“That’s a special case! Now that I’ve regained my memories, Saori is still your girlfriend. How can we do that kind of thing behind her back?” Jin Nana said righteously.

Chen Xi had no choice but to awkwardly withdraw his hand and sit down next to her, hoping to find an opportunity to slowly break through her defenses.

He took out his phone and pretended to read the news, but his eyes kept glancing at the woman next to him who was watching a drama.

Soon, a news article caught his attention.

The report claims that Chen Yifeng, a well-known entrepreneur from Xinlu, had his money misappropriated by several bank presidents and lost the lawsuit, causing a huge uproar online.

Looking at the report and the names of the investigators, Chen Xi couldn't help but complain, "How can people like this handle cases?"

The guy online named Niu Kun is in charge of the Baozi District of Xinlu City in the Galaxy Gundam Country.

Chen Xi knew this person in his past life; in order to achieve a high case closure rate, he had committed numerous violations... He always favored banks, platforms, and insurance companies, and was suspected of...

When people who disagree with the case call to question him, Kunkun either doesn't answer or puts the phone aside.

However, Chen Xi thought about it and realized that there are many people like this in many places. Just like the sales targets assigned by a company, if a salesperson performs well, the boss will naturally give him more preferential treatment.

"What's wrong?" Jin Nana asked curiously as she leaned closer.

"Sigh..." Chen Xi sighed.

One is in charge of the money bag, and the other is in charge of the cases. If both baskets are infested with worms, how can the vegetables inside be good?

After reading the report, Jin Nana pondered for a moment and nodded: "Our situation here is a little different from yours, but similar. You know prosecutors, right? They have boundless power. But this highly elite group, with its excessively concentrated power, suffers from serious issues of corruption and abuse of power precisely because of the lack of checks and balances... Ultimately, you'll encounter this kind of problem everywhere. But, isn't the protagonist your father?"

"Ha, it really is him. He's probably been wronged and is trying to turn things around through public opinion. Last time he was stopped by the traffic police, he went to the radio station to complain. But this time... he's messed up. Things aren't that simple." Chen Xi smiled, his expression returning to calm.

These businessmen hate banks more than anything. Only someone like Lao Feng would dare to openly criticize them on television.

"Your banks can operate like this? Who would dare to deposit money in the future?" Jin Nana asked again.

"Speaking of which, something comes to mind. Guess what kind of people the banks over there like to hire?"

"do not know."

"It's international students like us."

"why?"

"Because international students generally come from well-off families. Banks used to offer good salaries compared to other industries, so many people wanted to get in. But once these international students got in, the banks assigned them tasks, which was to attract deposits. They didn't have any connections or resources back home, so they had to ask all their relatives and friends for help. Once the task was completed, the banks felt they had no more value, so they assigned them to lower-level jobs, such as credit card salespeople. What international student would want to do this kind of job making phone calls? Most of them quit. In this way, the banks both met their targets and got a new batch of 'leeks' (investors). It's not just banks; insurance companies and securities companies do the same thing."

"You guys really have a deep cultural foundation; you even came up with this kind of idea." Jin Nana gave a thumbs up.

Although banks in various countries have their share of problems, especially in Asia, this was the first time she had ever heard of such an outrageous operation.

"You just asked who would dare to deposit money? You're dreaming. The banks where I live won't go bankrupt, and new banks are basically nonexistent; it's a monopoly. Now it's all electronic payment. If you don't deposit in a bank, you can only put your money in the accounts of the two major payment companies. But the money in the payment companies is actually still in the banks, so there's no difference. As for credibility? I think they're about the same. If a bank has a problem, at least you can go to the physical branch and complain, but with payment companies, you only have robot customer service to deal with." Chen Xi said, secretly putting his hand on Jin Nana's shoulder.

Jin Nana was so engrossed in listening that she didn't notice anything amiss.

"Your online payment system is really convenient; you can just scan a code to pay. It's a pity it's not widespread here yet, even though South Korea has such a developed internet infrastructure." Kim Nana was puzzled as to why a technologically advanced country like South Korea was lagging behind.

"How can this be a good thing? Many people think that foreign countries use cash because of poor internet and technology. Actually, they are smarter. If everyone uses electronic payments, cash will almost disappear from the market. Bank balances are just a string of numbers that can vanish in an instant. Moreover, people's financial privacy will be completely destroyed. Big data can easily tell whether you are rich or poor, and the poor will become poorer and the rich will become richer. Since it's all just numbers, it's better to use cryptocurrency." Chen Xi shook his head, his hands starting to wander.

“Cryptocurrency? My brother and his friends were talking about this the other day. I heard that Samsung’s semiconductor division has secretly developed a chip specifically for Bitcoin mining. SK Group’s subsidiaries have invested in a lot of blockchain startups and exchanges. And LG Group…” Kim Nana recalled the conversation she had overheard earlier.

Choi Jong-sung mentioned these things to her quite often, but Kim Nana didn't quite understand and didn't respond much.

Chen Xi thought back for a moment. South Korea's cryptocurrency industry was indeed highly developed, even hosting cryptocurrency trading competitions. It was basically the same model as their stock trading simulation forums, but they turned it into a world-class esports event. Tsk tsk, the Koreans really know how to play the game—few restrictions, high openness; their wealth is no wonder.

Chen Xi stroked his chin and pondered for a moment, then asked, "Besides these few, what about the other groups?"

"Most of them indirectly invest through venture capital, technology research and development, and subsidiaries. Although many groups are very interested in blockchain technology and have invested in it, they are cautious about directly participating in cryptocurrency trading. After all, their existing businesses are already doing very well, and there is no need to spend a lot of money to take risks... However, I heard my older brother talking to someone that Hanwha plans to launch a cryptocurrency asset management fund in the future, involving blockchain technology companies, mining companies, exchanges, etc. Hanwha itself has a background in aerospace and military industry, and has traditional technological advantages in the defense and security field. My older brother said that if a digital asset custody service is launched, the external trust level will be greatly improved. The group uses high-security technologies from the military and defense fields for digital asset custody, which can ensure that private keys are not stolen by hackers..."

"Mm." Chen Xi nodded.

Running a fund company or exchange is definitely safer than throwing money at cryptocurrency speculation. Jim Carrey is very shrewd; unlike other groups that used company funds to speculate in cryptocurrencies and ended up being wiped out.

"Where are you putting your hands? Trying to play pressure point kung fu with me?" At that moment, a murderous voice rang in his ear.

Chen Xi turned his head innocently and blinked, his hand still hovering where it shouldn't have been, and even deliberately applied a little force: "I didn't put it anywhere, I just felt that yours seemed to have gotten bigger recently, so I was just verifying... pressure point technique? You've tried my martial arts before."

"Huh? What do you mean?" Jin Nana glared at him sideways.

“Before in Mo Village…” Chen Xi whispered in her ear.

"Die! Take this!"

"what!!!"

Chen Xi's screams suddenly echoed through the room.

In Wulin City, the headquarters building of Aba Aba is still brightly lit.

Despite it being late at night, Feng Yun had not yet gone home to rest. He was sitting in the conference room, listening attentively to his subordinates' reports with a serious expression.

“We are currently facing two major challenges. First, Hippo Fresh’s sales are gradually declining, mainly due to numerous consumer complaints about high pricing. But the reality is that Hippo is still operating at a loss. If we cannot even maintain our current sales volume, the losses will further increase as we open multiple branches in most second-tier cities.” A female manager from the marketing department pointed to comments screenshotted from the internet on the screen.

She paused, then switched the screen content: "Secondly, our pre-packaged meals have faced widespread resistance and negative public opinion online, including from Hippo Fresh's related products. Consumers' main concerns focus on the unhealthiness of pre-packaged meals, their high content of additives, and especially their potential impact on children's growth and development. Furthermore, some comments even suggest that there is a suspicion of a scheme orchestrated by capital behind this..."

Weibo user @Ms. Li, an urban white-collar worker:
"I went to Hippo Fresh Food today. The produce was quite fresh, and the environment was nice, but the prices were truly exorbitant! A box of strawberries cost tens of yuan, and a pound of pork ribs was almost half a day's wages for me. #HippoFreshFood# We working-class people should just stick to the farmers' market. [Facepalm]"

Baidu Forum:

"Let's have a rational discussion: can Hippo's business model be sustainable? It feels like they're just burning money."

The original poster wrote: "It seems convenient, but in reality, the cost is ultimately passed on to the consumer. King crab and Boston lobster can attract customers, but who eats those every day when buying groceries? Regular vegetables are more than 30% more expensive than in supermarkets. How many people are willing to continue paying that premium?"

A user on Baoma.com posted:
"Help! This month's menu for the toddler class includes a children's version of braised beef brisket! The ingredient list is full of chemical terms I don't understand... I'm so angry my hands are shaking! It's one thing for us adults to eat this, but how can they give it to my child? Are there any other mothers who are worried about this? Let's go to the kindergarten together to complain!"

Weibo user @HardcoreTechEnthusiast:
"It's terrifying to think about, friends! From food delivery to fresh produce, the giants are relentlessly pushing pre-packaged meals. Why? Because they're standardized, easy to control, and highly profitable! Today they'll get you used to a few dollars' worth of pre-packaged meals, tomorrow you won't know how to cook anymore, and the day after, your stomach and health will be completely controlled by capital. This isn't convenience at all; it's a slow revolution targeting our kitchens! Resist pre-packaged meals!"
Screenshot from a WeChat Moments post:

"Sigh, business is tough these days. The new shop next door uses all those pre-made paper dishes, they don't need a chef at all, just heat them up and they're ready to serve, fast and good-looking. We who insist on cooking to order are complained about by customers for being too slow... Is this a case of bad money driving out good?"

Post in the Dahongshu "Frugal Women's Circle Union" group:
Title: Exposing the IQ Tax on Hippos!
Content: The same imported milk sells for 55 yuan in the supermarket, but Hippo sells it for 68 yuan. The same brand of steak is 40% more expensive here. Is the so-called refined lifestyle just about paying higher packaging and venue fees for the same products? This is blatant exploitation!

Looking at the various negative comments on the screen, Feng Yun felt a headache coming on.

Even before deciding to make pre-made dishes, he had discussed this direction in depth with Chen Xi.

Feng Yun has always believed that pre-cooked vegetables have been developed abroad for decades, and their rationality and scientific validity have long been verified.

International chains like KFC and McDonald's are essentially pre-packaged meals, aren't they? And what about frozen and heated foods and canned goods in supermarkets?

Why is it that when he makes domestically produced pre-made dishes, he gets so much criticism?
Following the standardized procedures of a central kitchen, both hygiene conditions and quality control consistency far surpass those of ordinary small restaurants. Feng Yun believes that claims about food being bought and cooked on-site for health and safety are utter nonsense.

As for the so-called argument that it was a scheme orchestrated by capital, Feng Yun would have almost laughed out of anger if there hadn't been other people in the meeting room.

What kind of capital orchestrated this scheme?

Although Alibaba ranks reasonably well globally and is quite profitable, it is nothing compared to the giants that can truly shake things up!
“As everyone should know, pre-prepared dishes are mainly divided into two categories: one is semi-prepared, which is ready-to-cook food. The other is fully pre-prepared, which is ready-to-cook food. Semi-prepared food only involves preliminary processing of the ingredients, which are then frozen and delivered to the restaurant for further processing. The entire process involves almost no additives, and it is even cleaner than the processing methods of most small restaurants. But now these people online are ignoring the facts and just spreading nonsense. Your task now is to correct these misconceptions online…” Feng Yun coughed lightly, his tone becoming serious.

He gave the order directly, and he didn't care how difficult the task was; that was a problem for the employees to consider.

Since the company pays them high salaries, they should do work that is worthy of that salary.

Several minutes passed, but no one answered in the meeting room. Feng Yun's face gradually darkened. Then, he suddenly remembered his resourceful younger brother. After all, Chen Xi was one of Hippo Fresh's partners. So he took out his phone and immediately dialed the number.

Twenty minutes later, a video link appeared on the conference room screen, and a man with slightly dark circles under his eyes appeared on the screen.

"Hey, what happened to your eyes?" Feng Yun asked with a hint of teasing.

"It's nothing, I just bumped into something." Chen Xi dimmed the lights, slightly embarrassed, trying to hide the mark near her eye. (End of Chapter)