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After exchanging pleasantries, the flight attendants reminded everyone that the plane was about to take off and asked them to take their seats.

Chen Chen sat by the window, watching the airport runway recede into the distance, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

He knew that if he left this time, he wouldn't be back until at least the National Day holiday.

If the website had gotten on track by then, it's uncertain whether I would have had time to come back.

After the plane took off smoothly, Lin Haotian took a document out of his briefcase, handed it to Chen Chen, and said:
"Xiao Chen, this is a letter of intent for cooperation. I'd like to hear your thoughts."

Upon hearing this, Chen Chen's face immediately showed a hint of surprise.

He frowned slightly, a hint of unease in his eyes, and subconsciously spoke:
"Uncle, this... I'm afraid it's not appropriate."

He secretly pondered to himself that he was currently only Xiaoxi's boyfriend, and his status in this situation was indeed somewhat awkward.

Moreover, I am still a college student who has not yet stepped out of the campus. I am mostly exposed to book knowledge on weekdays. I really have no idea about a highly commercial document like a letter of intent for cooperation. How could I possibly offer any valuable opinions?
Is Uncle testing me?

Lin Haotian seemed to see through Chen Chen's inner struggle and concerns, and simply smiled slightly, saying in a calm tone:
"Just take a look, no need to rush to express your opinion."

Seeing Lin Haotian's response, Chen Chen could no longer refuse and had no choice but to accept the letter of intent for cooperation.

He slowly opened the book, his gaze falling on the dense lines of text, and his brows furrowed even more.

The professional business jargon and complex terms made him feel like he was reading a book written in a foreign language, leaving him somewhat at a loss.

Lin Haotian watched Chen Chen quietly, without urging him. He simply picked up the coffee cup beside him, took a small sip, and seemed to be giving Chen Chen enough time to process the information.

After a long while, Chen Chen raised his head and looked at Lin Haotian with a hint of helplessness:
"Uncle, I...I really don't understand. There are many things here that are beyond my comprehension."

Lin Haotian put down his coffee cup, his face still bearing that gentle smile:
"It's okay, Xiao Chen. I didn't expect you to understand it right away. Actually, I showed you this letter of intent not because I wanted you to do any professional analysis, but just to hear your most intuitive feelings."

Just treat it like a regular document, and share your thoughts after reading it.

Chen Chen was stunned for a moment, not expecting that Lin Haotian's purpose was not what he had thought.

He thought for a moment, then mustered his courage and said:

"Uncle, let me just say a few words. My first impression is that this letter of intent involves a large-scale project, and the terms of cooperation are written in great detail."

But I don't know why, I always feel like there's some hidden risk involved, although I don't know exactly what it is.

A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Haotian's eyes, and he asked with great interest:

"Oh? Tell me, why do you feel this way?"

Chen Chen hesitated for a moment, then pointed to a section of the letter of intent and said:

"Look here, although the responsibilities and obligations of both parties are clearly defined, the wording is somewhat vague on some key issues."

Moreover, while the expected returns from the entire cooperation plan look very attractive, it mentions very little about potential market volatility and other uncertainties.

I believe that no business partnership is ever smooth sailing, and these areas that are not detailed in detail may be potential risks.

Lin Haotian listened to Chen Chen's analysis, nodding repeatedly, his eyes full of admiration:
"Xiao Chen, you're quite good. Being able to see these issues from a non-professional perspective shows you have a keen business sense. Actually, this letter of intent is an important project our company is considering, and it's currently in the preliminary discussion stage. The reason I showed it to you is that I wanted to hear different perspectives."

Chen Chen was somewhat flattered; he hadn't expected his words to elicit such a response from Lin Haotian.
"Uncle, you flatter me. I was just saying whatever came to mind, and I don't know if it's right or wrong."

Lin Haotian patted Chen Chen on the shoulder: "Feelings are sometimes very important, especially in the business world."

Often, seemingly simple intuitions may contain profound truths.

Our conversation today has given me new insights into this project.

In the following time, Lin Haotian and Chen Chen had a more in-depth exchange on this letter of intent for cooperation.

Lin Haotian patiently explained some business concepts and industry background knowledge to Chen Chen, who listened with great interest and occasionally raised some of his own questions and ideas.

"Uncle Lin, this cooperation plan has a bright future, but perhaps the market positioning could be more precise."

Lin Haotian listened with great interest, nodding repeatedly.
"Yes, your thoughts coincide with mine. It seems I didn't misjudge you."

Lin Muxi, who was chatting with Qin Yao, heard the commotion and came over, asking curiously:

"Dad, what are you talking about? Let me see."

Lin Haotian smiled and pushed his daughter's head away.
"You refused without hesitation when we asked you to get involved in the company before. What, are you suddenly interested now?"

Upon hearing that it was official business, Lin Muxi's previously curious face immediately fell, and she said without hesitation:
"Then I'll continue chatting with Yao Yao."

She's about to go abroad.

Lin Muxi wanted to take this opportunity to chat with her more.

Watching their enthusiastic discussion, Qin Yao whispered to Lin Muxi:
"Your dad seems to value Chen Chen a lot."

Lin Muxi raised an eyebrow and said smugly:

"Of course, I knew my senior was extraordinary."

Looking at his daughter, whose mind was completely elsewhere and who seemed to have no interest in company affairs, Lin Haotian shook his head with a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

His daughter's aloof attitude towards company matters left him with some mixed feelings, but he also knew he couldn't force her to stay.

Then, he turned his head and looked back at Chen Chen, and began to discuss with Chen Chen.

Lin Haotian has no son in his life, and deep down, he inevitably has different considerations regarding the succession of his business.

Although Chen Chen was a college student, Lin Haotian found that this young man was quick-witted, insightful, and possessed a composure and wisdom rarely seen in his peers.

Since Xiaoxi has already decided on Chen Chen, at least one of them must have some knowledge of business matters.

Chen Chen stared intently at the letter of intent in his hand. His gaze suddenly froze at the end, a hint of doubt appearing on his face. He felt a strange familiarity with the location mentioned in the contract. (End of Chapter)