Entertainment: Since 1990

Chapter 337 A Real-Life Version of "My Sassy Girl"

As the chairman of Samsung, Lee Kun-hee undoubtedly loves his children very much.

But he is also a successful businessman; what he desires most is for his company to develop better and make more money.

When Lee Kun-hee first took the helm of Samsung in the 1960s, he defied public opinion and began developing semiconductors, eventually making the company the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer. That's where his boldness lay.

Therefore, when he heard Cao Jian say that it would benefit Samsung, how could he not perk up?

The main point is that Cao Jian's career path is indeed too legendary, so perhaps he really has some good ideas.

A glint flashed in Lee Kun-hee's eyes, then he smiled and said, "Mr. Cao, what are your thoughts? Tell me."

"I know that Samsung's core business is electronics."

"Yes."

"What is the core of electronic products?"

"Needless to say, it's the chip."

"Yes."

Facing the head of Samsung's first conglomerate, Cao Jian spoke eloquently: "Chips are the crown jewel of manufacturing. Chairman Lee overcame all difficulties to develop semiconductors, which shows your keen vision. The future belongs to electronic products, and as the heart of electronic products, chips are of paramount importance."

"What exactly is Mr. Cao trying to say?"

Without Cao Jian saying it, Lee Kun-hee naturally understood this principle.

"What I mean is, to make chips, you need to make lithography machines. Without lithography machines, it's like a carpenter's saw or a blacksmith's hammer."

Cao Jian finally revealed his purpose: "The future demand for lithography machines will definitely be huge, and the profits from such high-end products will be astonishing."

"hiss"

Lee Kun-hee had been working in the semiconductor industry for many years, but this was the first time someone had asked him to make a lithography machine.

He never expected that Cao Jian would recognize the importance of lithography machines.

It's important to know that there are only a handful of companies in the world that can make lithography machines.

At the doorway, Lee Boo-jin was trying to guess what Cao Jian looked like when he said those words. She never imagined that a Chinese person would have such insight.

Although Li Yixin didn't understand much, she admired the man she liked even more when she noticed her father was silent.

He even managed to silence his father.

It turns out that this man can not only write screenplays, sing, and make movies, but also has a vision that others don't have.

She looked at her sister and smiled, "What about the person I like? He's better than the person you like, isn't he?"

"soy Mujer!"

Lee Boo-jin was furious when she heard this.

Even though she was angry, she had to admit that Cao Jian was like comparing a beautiful jade to a piece of rubble compared to the bodyguard she wanted to marry.

At this moment, Cao Jian continued from outside: "I have heard a saying here that Koreans are inseparable from Samsung in their birth, aging, illness and death. If Chairman Lee can build a complete ecosystem in electronic products, then Samsung will make a huge leap forward."

"Ecosystem"

This was the first time Lee Kun-hee had heard of this concept, and his heart skipped a beat.

If Samsung can truly build an ecosystem of electronic products, as Cao Jian said, it will become a great global company.

But after the initial excitement, he quickly calmed down.

Are lithography machines so easy to make?

Developing this product is as difficult as building an aircraft carrier, and it involves precision optics, exposure technology, and image transfer.
Thinking of this, Lee Kun-hee smiled and said, "Mr. Cao, your words have really made me look at you in a new light, but making a lithography machine is really too difficult."

“I know, but we can cooperate. I can fully support you in terms of funding, technology, and talent.”

Cao Jian is very clear about the future development of lithography machines, and it is not too late to start now.

He continued, "Nikon and Canon, two Japanese companies, have already started to get involved in this field. Why can't Samsung, as a large company that has come from behind, do it? If one day in the future, others will not sell you lithography machines, then Samsung will be like a man with a broken leg."

"this."

These words finally moved Lee Kun-hee.

If these two Japanese companies can do it, why can't we?
Moreover, the two companies Cao Jian mentioned happen to be his competitors.

Whether it's to prepare for the future or to catch up with competitors, it seems that this lithography machine is a must-have.

The younger daughter has good taste; she likes such a knowledgeable man, much better than the bodyguard Fu-jin hired.

After a moment's thought, he asked, "What do you plan to do?"

"We can each invest two billion US dollars in the early stage, and then decide on the later stage based on the research and development progress. We must develop this product."

Two billion US dollars is no small sum for Cao Jian.

But this is something that must be done, since I believe my future lies in smartphones and even artificial intelligence.

Without chips, everything is just empty talk.

"Okay, let's try it."

Lee Kun-hee is also a man of great courage and decisiveness; he acts on his decisions immediately.

But at this moment, Cao Jian asked, "What about my relationship with Yi Xin?"

"you"

Although they were going to collaborate, Lee Kun-hee still didn't want his most beloved youngest daughter to marry someone from abroad.

But Cao Jian had no intention of marrying her at all, and said with a smile, "President Li, Yi Xin and I are in love with each other, and I really can't bear to see her sad and upset."

"let me see."

Lee Kun-hee is really in a difficult position.

On the one hand, he is very satisfied with Cao Jian, but on the other hand, he is Chinese.

Next door, Li Yixin was once again moved by Cao Jian's words, but at the same time, her heart was in her throat, fearing that her father would refuse.

Lee Kun-hee suddenly wondered if his eldest daughter might feel embarrassed because her fiancé was too bad, and ultimately they wouldn't get married.

To avoid upsetting my younger daughter, I should agree now and see what happens in the future.

With this idea in mind, he smiled and said, "Then you two should spend some time together and see how it goes, but don't bully her."

"Snapped!"

As soon as Lee Kun-hee finished speaking, the door to the next room was suddenly opened, and a girl rushed out like the wind, throwing herself into Cao Jian's arms and hugging his neck: "My dad agreed, we can be together now."

What are you doing here?

Cao Jian was genuinely surprised to see Li Yixin come out.

At this moment, the girl's happiness and joy were written all over her face, and she looked like a beautiful little white flower, at least she wasn't an artificial human.

"I heard everything you just said, Oppa, you're so kind."

If her father and brother weren't still alive, Li Yixin would have loved to kiss Cao Jian.

Lee Kun-hee, standing to the side, looked helpless. This girl had run out, and all she could see was this Chinese man; she couldn't see her father at all.

Cao Jian noticed his "future father-in-law's" expression and laughed, "It's because Chairman Li cares about you. If he doesn't agree, we can't be together."

"Yes."

Li Yixin then realized what was happening, let go of Cao Jian, and sat down next to her father: "Thank you, Dad. You're doing well too."

"You only just remembered your father."

Although Lee Kun-hee pretended to be angry, he secretly thought that Cho Kun was not bad and was even more satisfied.

She wondered if she could persuade him to become a South Korean citizen if he really liked her, so that he could help her son in the future.

Seeing the family enjoying themselves, Lee Jae-yong finally interjected, "Dad, now that we've finished discussing the important matters, let's eat first."

"Yes, I'm happy today, let's eat."

Lee Kun-hee stood up and instructed the servants to prepare the meal. He thought to himself, while he was in a good mood, should he find a few more pretty girls to keep him company today?
Even in the homes of tycoons, kimchi is an indispensable part of the meals.

At the dinner table, Cao Jian also chatted with Lee Kun-hee about setting up a mobile phone factory.

With Li Yixin's help, the negotiations went very smoothly. Cao Jian provided the factory and workers, and the two sides cooperated on technology and capital to build a factory in Huaxia, mainly producing mobile phones, laptops, etc.

As for lithography machines, the R&D center is currently located in South Korea, while the factory will be located in China later.

Lee Yi-hyung wanted to go to China and be with the man she liked, so she wanted to take charge of the factory construction project and study in China at the same time. But in the end, Lee Kun-hee handed the project over to Lee Boo-jin.

After finishing their meal, Cao Jian said goodbye and left, and Li Yixin naturally saw him off.

"That girl."

Lee Kun-hee watched his youngest daughter leave with doting eyes, and said to his eldest daughter, "Boo-jin, this project is really important for our development of the Chinese market. You must take it seriously. Also, you should postpone your wedding with that person."

"Father, should I get married first and then go?"

Lee Boo-jin didn't want to postpone the wedding, fearing that her father might change his mind and she would have to argue with him again.

"no!"

Lee Kun-hee said firmly, "You are a member of the Lee family. Haven't you always wanted to be involved in corporate management? This is an opportunity for you. Is marriage more important than this project?"

"Okay, then let's postpone it for a year."

Upon hearing this, Lee Boo-jin could only reluctantly agree.

Because she really wants to be involved in Samsung's management, if she can do a good job on the project in China, it will definitely benefit her future development.

"Is that enough? I really have to go."

In a blind spot of a security camera in Samsung's garden, Li Yixin clung to Cao Jian, unable to get enough of kissing him.

"It's not enough. I really want to be like this with you forever."

Li Yixin was so happy tonight. Not only did she hear her boyfriend's sweet words, but her father also agreed to their relationship.

"There will be plenty of time later."

Cao Jian was genuinely anxious to go back.

Besides meeting Lee Kun-hee today, I also have a dinner with Jun Ji-hyun.

"You'll definitely be going home for the Spring Festival, so I won't be able to see you."

Li Yixin was still reluctant to part, and the two kissed for a while longer. She asked breathlessly, "Can you come see me tomorrow?"

"Try it."

Cao Jian has been very busy lately, not only with "My Sassy Girl" but also with "Autumn in My Heart".

In addition to these two dramas, he also plans to produce an even more popular film, "Dae Jang Geum".

But then he suddenly remembered something and asked, "Yi Xin, your sister and fiancé don't live together, so why are they still living at home?"

Li Yixin said, "They're not married yet, so naturally they can't live together. Dad won't agree."

Although South Koreans are generally open-minded, Lee Kun-hee was quite strict with his two daughters, forbidding them from living together before marriage.

"That's it."

Cao Jian frowned. If that was the case, it would probably take him a lot of effort to make Li Yixin a fait accompli.

Upon noticing Cao Jian's appearance, Li Yixin suddenly laughed and said, "Oppa, do you want to live with me?"

"hehe."

Cao Jian could not admit it.

Unexpectedly, Li Yixin said, "Actually, I've thought about it too. But if we wait until we get married, I don't know how long that would take."

"Aren't you afraid your dad will get angry?"

"afraid."

After Li Yixin finished speaking, she suddenly whispered in Cao Jian's ear, "When I have the chance, I will go to China to find you. We will be together secretly, and he will not know."

"Not timid."

Cao Jian believed that with him by his side, as long as he treated the girl well, she wouldn't die young.

After bidding a reluctant farewell to Li Yixin, Cao Jian composed himself and prepared to have dinner with Jun Ji-hyun and her manager.

Although he spent the afternoon with Samsung's little princess and was going to hunt for other women in the evening, it didn't conflict with Cao Jian's plans.

It's because Li Yixin can't eat yet.

However, Lee Boo-jin should still be a virgin.
SidusHQ, the agency Jun Ji-hyun represents, is currently the largest agency in South Korea, even stronger than FORESTAR, the agency Song Hye-kyo represents.

It will take some time to acquire this company.

"Mr. Cao, thank you for giving Zhixian this opportunity."

However, as a film investor and a world-renowned figure, Cao Jian was someone that SidusHQ valued highly.

"Ms. Quan's overall qualities are just too good."

Cao Jian raised his glass and said to Jun Ji-hyun, "Ms. Jun, I'd like to toast you. I hope we can have a pleasant collaboration."

"Thank you, Mr. Cao."

It was quite unexpected that Jun Ji-hyun was able to star in Cao Jian's movie. After all, she is still young, and it is not easy to get such an opportunity.

Cao Jian said, "Actually, Miss Quan is not only beautiful, but also a good actress. Her future is limitless. We will definitely have many opportunities to work together in the future. Let me toast you again."

"Then I thank Mr. Cao in advance for his care."

When investors offered toasts, Jun Ji-hyun, despite not being a heavy drinker, had to keep up.

The agent standing nearby noticed something amiss and thought to himself, "This Chinese man must have his eye on Jun Ji-hyun."

As a celebrity who can collaborate with CJ Group and has won an Oscar, the company will try to curry favor with her so that its artists will have the opportunity to star in CL's films and television dramas in the future.

Besides, Jun Ji-hyun is just an artist under the company, so it's not uncommon for her to be subjected to unspoken rules.

She immediately understood and continued to toast Cao Jian.

It's easier to get things done when you're drunk.

Soon, Jun Ji-hyun became a little dizzy from drinking, and her eyes started to glaze over.

"Miss Quan is almost drunk. Let's call it a day and come back tomorrow to sign the contract."

Cao Jian has always had a high alcohol tolerance, and besides, Korean alcohol isn't very strong, so he was still very clear-headed at this moment.

Okay, then.

The agent was very understanding and said with a smile, "Then I'll go back and discuss it with the boss. Since Miss Quan has had too much to drink, we'll trouble Mr. Cao to take care of her."

"Don't worry about that, I will definitely take good care of Miss Quan."

Cao Jian had already figured out how to take care of her.

"Then I'll go first."

Jun Ji-hyun's manager wisely left, thinking to herself as she departed, "Cao Jian is dating the little princess of Samsung's Lee family. He might be able to wield considerable influence in South Korea in the future. It's definitely the right thing to do to befriend him."

"Taking advantage of you while you're drunk, isn't that a bit underhanded?"

At this point, only Cao Jian and Jun Ji-hyun remained in the private room.

Given the usual practices in the entertainment industry, it's not surprising that Cao Jian slept with this woman right there.

Although Jun Ji-hyun drank quite a bit, she wasn't completely drunk and unconscious. She vaguely remembered her manager leaving, but she couldn't stop him.

"Miss Quan, let me take you to rest."

Cao Jian still planned to go to the room and talk to the woman slowly, so he went forward to help Jun Ji-hyun.

"vomit"

But just as he helped Jun Ji-hyun up, the woman suddenly made a vomiting sound, and then vomited all over the floor.

"Damn! Was this woman playing herself in 'My Sassy Girl'?"

Cao Jian immediately recalled the famous scene in the movie where Jun Ji-hyun vomited all over a man's head on the subway.

The unpleasant smell made his throat itch, and all the desire in his body vanished instantly.

But the agent has left, and the woman has to take care of herself.

He grabbed a napkin from the table, wiped Jun Ji-hyun's mouth, then tossed her a few bills as a tip for her service, and helped her upstairs to the suite.

"What are we going to do tonight?"

Upon entering the room, Cao Jian tossed Jun Ji-hyun onto the bed. Looking at the beautiful, tall woman, Cao Jian rubbed his head.
Is tonight going to be a real-life version of "My Sassy Girl"?
I'm not the innocent young man like the male protagonist.
(End of this chapter)