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Suning walked to his desk, took out a folder, and handed it to Brooke.

Brooke opened the book, and the title on the first page made her gasp: "Global Premium Gene Screening and Natural Conception Program".

"What...what do you want to do?" Brooke's voice changed.
“To put it simply,” Suning sat down, speaking as if discussing a business project, “I plan to search globally for women with high intelligence, high education, good health, and excellent genes to conceive naturally and have children.”

Brooke could hardly believe her ears: "Sue, are you serious? Or are you kidding me?"

“Very serious.” Su Ning pointed to the document. “My plan is divided into three phases. Phase one: screening. The target group is PhD and Master’s students from Ivy League universities, aged 22-30, with no history of genetic diseases, a family history of longevity, and in the top 5% of IQ tests.”

"Phase Two: Contact. Through a dedicated team, we contact the shortlisted candidates, explain our intentions, and reach an agreement. The other party provides the eggs and the reproductive process, while I provide financial support and future child support."

"The third stage: birth and upbringing. After the child is born, a dedicated team will be responsible for the child's early education and upbringing to ensure the best possible environment for growth."

Brooke closed the folder, her hands trembling: "What do you take this for? A superior gene breeding program?"

“This is theoretically the most rational way to reproduce, so I want to give it a try.” Su Ning said calmly, “The essence of marriage is also to find a suitable partner to reproduce. I’ve just optimized this process. Skipping emotional entanglements, I directly select the optimal genetic combination.”

"Have you considered the children's feelings? When they grow up and learn that their mother was 'selected', what will they think?"

“I will give them the best education and the best life, and every child will know the truth. I will also spend as much time as possible with them. I believe that with enough love and resources, they can understand this choice.”

Brooke stared at him for a long time, as if she were seeing him for the first time.

Suddenly, I felt that the man in front of me was a complete madman who didn't trust marriage at all and valued the final outcome more.

“So,” she said softly, “am I part of the selection process too?”

"No," Su Ning denied quickly. "When we met, I didn't have this idea. You were... an accident. But it also made me start thinking—why can't we take control of our own choices?"

“It’s in my own hands…” Brooke gave a wry smile. “So what do you take me for? A guinea pig? Someone to verify if this idea is feasible?”

"Don't say that. I'm sincere towards you, it's just..."

“He just doesn’t want to get married, doesn’t want to be tied down, and wants to have more women’s children,” Brooke finished for him. “Sue, do you know how absurd that is?”

“I think it’s perfectly reasonable,” Sun Ning said. “I have the ability to provide the best conditions, so why not choose the optimal solution? Just like when I run a company, I always choose the best technology and the best talent. Why can’t it be the same when it comes to having the next generation?”

"Because people are not products! Children are not projects!"

"But raising children requires resources. I can provide the most resources, so why can't we go with the optimal approach?"

Have you ever respected me?

"Of course! That's why I didn't hide it from you; you're the first woman to know about the plan."

"Hmph! It seems I should feel honored?"

"What do you say?"

"Now I finally know why Emily Clark left you, you're a complete madman."

"Haha, you can't live without being crazy!"

The two argued for a long time, but neither could convince the other.

Finally, Brooke stood up: "I need time to think. No, I need... I need to get out of here."

She picked up her bag, walked to the door, then turned back: "Su, your mother's last wish was for you to have a home and a normal life. What you're doing now is the complete opposite."

“I believe that the definition of home can be different. My wife and the women around me are free and can leave me at any time, but my children and family will never leave me. I want to give all my love to my children,” Su Ning said dismissively.

Brooke shook her head and left Suning's estate.

……

After Brooke left, Suning did not change its plans.

He summoned Robert, the general counsel, and Emily, the human resources director.

“I need to assemble a dedicated team to execute this plan,” Suning said bluntly.

Robert and Emily were stunned when they heard the plan.

They, like Brooke Shields, thought it was too crazy, almost completely violating human ethics and norms.

“Boss, this…” Emily was the first to react, “There are great risks from both a legal and ethical standpoint.”

“So we need a professional team,” Su Ning said. “Robert, you’ll be in charge of the legal aspects. Make sure all agreements are legal, protect our rights, and safeguard the woman’s rights as well. Emily, you’ll be in charge of screening and contacting people. We need to find the most professional people. We can hire headhunting firms, or form an advisory group of biologists, geneticists, and psychologists.”

"What about the budget?" Robert asked practically.

"The initial budget is $50 million," Suning said. "It will mainly be used for team building, candidate screening, legal advice, and medical support. We'll add more if needed."

"Target number?" Emily asked.

"In the first phase, we will select 100 candidates, and no more than 10 will ultimately reach an agreement," Su Ning said. "The requirements are strict: an IQ of 140 or above, a PhD or outstanding Master's degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) from a prestigious university, good health, no bad habits, and no family history of major genetic diseases. Age 22-28."

"What about race?"

"No restrictions. Asia, Europe, and the Americas are all acceptable. But a detailed investigation of three generations of family health history is required. Uh? Africa is not an option."

Robert was still worried: "Boss, if this plan gets leaked, the media will..."

"Therefore, it is essential to maintain confidentiality," Su Ning said. "All participants sign confidentiality agreements. Team members are carefully selected, and their salaries are three times the market rate, but there are strict non-compete and confidentiality clauses."

"What if... I mean, what if a candidate changes their mind and files a lawsuit?"

"The agreement specifies high compensation, but there must also be liability for breach of contract," Suning said. "You can design the specifics yourself. The principles are: voluntary participation, clear rights and responsibilities, high returns, and high risks."

"..."

Three months later, the team was formed.

The advisory board includes: a professor of genetics from Johns Hopkins University, a professor of psychology from Harvard University, a behavioral science expert from Stanford University, and a family lawyer.

The screening process also began quietly.

The first step is to look for information on young female researchers in academic journals and conferences at top universities around the world.

The second step is to verify the information through a professional background check company.

The third step is initial contact—under the guise of "recruiting participants for special projects by a research foundation."

Emily reported on the progress: "We have shortlisted 87 people who meet all the hard criteria. But after actually contacting them, only 23 are willing to be considered."

"Why?" Su Ning asked.

“Most people don’t accept this ‘unconventional’ way of having children. Some people have religious beliefs, some want a complete family, and some feel… it’s like a transaction.”

What was the attitude of those 23 people?

“Further communication is needed. They are mainly concerned about several issues: child custody, future visitation rights, confidentiality, and the specific amount of financial compensation.”

“Arrange a meeting,” Su Ning said. “I’ll talk to them personally.”

"it is good."

The first meeting took place in a suite at a New York hotel.

The candidate's name is Anna, 26 years old, a PhD in Physics from MIT, of German and Russian descent, 178 cm tall, with blue eyes and blonde hair.

IQ test score: 158; no history of major illnesses in three generations of family.

After Emily finished explaining the basic situation, she left, leaving only Suning and Anna in the room.

“Mr. Gan, I’ve read your plan.” Anna was direct. “I’d like to know why you chose this method? With your qualifications, you could easily get married and have children normally.”

“Efficiency,” Su Ning replied. “A normal marriage takes time to cultivate feelings, and you might encounter unsuitable people. Divorce is troublesome and can easily cause emotional trauma. This method directly selects the optimal combination, saving time and reducing uncertainty.”

"You've treated childbirth as an optimization issue."

"That's essentially it. It's just that most people use emotions to cover up this fact."

Anna thought for a moment: "What will my role be after the child is born?"

"According to the agreement, you have visitation rights, but not custody rights. The child will be raised by a professional team to ensure the best education and resources. You can visit the child at any time, but you cannot interfere with the education plan. Of course, you can also live with the child if you wish, and I will also plan the most perfect career development path for you, so you can get more, but you may also have to give more."

"Mr. Gan, I remember you also graduated from MIT, so you should be my senior. I never expected you to have such a crazy plan." "Junior, my actions are none of your business!"

"And what about my compensation?"

“A one-time payment of two million US dollars. After the child is born, monthly child support of $50,000 will be paid – this money will be managed by a trust fund for the child’s growth. In addition, if you need to pursue further education or start a business, I can provide additional support; with my wealth and ability, doing these things is very easy.”

Anna remained silent for a long time.

"I need time to think about it."

"Yes. But if you agree, you will need to sign a detailed agreement and undergo an independent psychological evaluation and health check."

"Does your girlfriend know about this plan?"

"If you accept the plan, you will be my girlfriend."

"..."

Just as Suning was pushing forward with its plan, Brooke made her decision.

She chose to resign, left Lemon Technology, and accepted an offer from McKinsey & Company.

Before leaving California, she had one last meal with Suning.

“Sue, I’ve decided to go to New York,” Brooke said calmly. “McKinsey offered me a senior analyst position, to work at their New York headquarters first.”

"Congratulations," Su Ning said. "If you need any help..."

“No need,” Brooke interrupted him. “Sue, I’ve thought it through. You have the right to choose the lifestyle you want, and I have the right to choose what I want. What I want is a normal relationship, marriage, and family. You can’t give me those.”

"Actually, we can maintain..."

“No,” Brooke shook her head. “I can’t do it. Watching you go around the world having children with women while I’m still by your side? I can’t be that ‘open’.”

"That's because you don't love me. Otherwise, you wouldn't be so resolute. Even if we were really married, we might get divorced for various reasons." Su Ning understood this very clearly.

"Perhaps! You are right to think that way."

“Broki, you can come back anytime, but you’ll have to sign a non-disclosure agreement and become part of the Optimized Gene Project.”

“Hmph! No way! But I will remember the days we spent together,” Brooke said. “You taught me so much and supported me through my studies, and I’m grateful. But our paths diverge here.”

“Broki, I believe you will come back, because the outside world is cruel, and you absolutely cannot live without me.”

"Hmph! Arrogant egomaniac."

After that, Su Ning didn't argue anymore, and the two finished their meal quietly.

When he took Brooke back to the hotel, she gave him a final hug at the door.

"Su, maybe you're right to plan everything in the most rational way. But I still hope... I hope that one day you'll meet someone for whom you're willing to break all your plans."

"How about a special farewell gift?"

"Hmph! You're dreaming."

Brooke turned and left without looking back.

Su Ning stood at the hotel entrance, watching her car drive away.

However, she felt no ripples or worries. The outside world was even more cruel, and Brooke Shields couldn't possibly rely on her own efforts.

I believe it won't be long before Brooke Shields obediently returns, after all, I can give her the whole world.

……

After Brooke left, Suning accelerated the progress of its plans.

Within three months, he reached agreements with seven candidates.

Anna was the first to sign.

Her studies at MIT were in trouble, and she needed a large sum of money to continue her studies, which became the final straw that led to the agreement.

Su Ning immediately took the next step with Anna, who kept convincing herself that it was a normal relationship.

After a passionate encounter, Anna lay in Su Ning's arms, looking puzzled, and asked, "Boss, I heard you and Brooke Shields broke up?"

"Women are always arrogant. Once she's made a fool of herself, she'll definitely come back obediently." However, Su Ning didn't seem to care at all.

"You have too much of a need for control."

"So do you like it?"

"Yeah! That's really cool."

"Then let's continue..."

"what……"

The second is Miyuki, a Japanese-American physics PhD, who holds dual doctorates from the University of Tokyo and the University of Cambridge, and has an IQ of 162.

"Boss, it's easy to get involved in this massive project."

"Yamamoto Miyuki, you are really smart! I believe you will get what you want."

Hi! Please take care of me in the future.

The third is Dr. Eileen, a medical doctor from Sweden and a graduate of the Karolinska Institute, whose family has a history of longevity spanning over a century.

Each person signed a thick agreement and underwent a comprehensive health check and psychological evaluation.

The core terms of the agreement are basically the same: the woman participates voluntarily and conceives naturally; the child's custody belongs to Suning, and the woman has visitation rights but no decision-making power; a one-time payment of two million US dollars is made, with subsequent support from a trust fund; strict confidentiality is guaranteed, and there will be high compensation for breach of contract.

All agreements are managed by a trust company registered in the Cayman Islands, with a robust legal team providing multiple layers of protection.

In the spring of 1989, Anna became pregnant.

The child was born in one of the best private hospitals in New York; it was a boy.

Suning named his child Su An – taking one character each from "Suning" and "Anna".

After the child was born, he was sent to a specially formed childcare team as planned.

The team includes pediatricians, nutritionists, early childhood education experts, and nannies, all of whom have signed strict confidentiality agreements.

Anna can visit anytime during her postpartum recovery period.

But three months later, she decided to go to Switzerland to continue her postdoctoral research, and the number of visits decreased.

Suning will make sure to visit the child once a week.

Looking at that tiny life, he had a strange feeling for the first time...

This is his bloodline, his continuation, but the whole process is so... procedural.

There were no marital arguments, no emotional entanglements, and no custody battles.

Everything is proceeding according to plan, efficiently, clearly, and under control.

Just like any project he's ever done.

This time, however, the product is a living successor.

By the end of 1990, five of the seven candidates had successfully given birth.

Three boys and two girls.

Each child has a dedicated childcare team, living in different cities...

New York, Los Angeles, London, Singapore, Zurich—Suning often flies to these places to spend time with them.

Suning also set up a family office specifically to manage the trust funds for these children.

...(End of chapter)