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In his reply email, Jiang Haoran, as always, began with a rigorous technical discussion, delving into the ingenuity of the experimental control group setup and the physical mechanisms it might reveal.

But at the end of the email, he subtly changed the subject: "The jasmine tea you mentioned sounds like it's made with a very sophisticated process."

"There are many tea shops in southern Jiangsu, but those with superior scenting techniques are rare. It seems you are quite knowledgeable about tea."

"Speaking of staying alert, I've recently discovered that during my least productive afternoons, briefly stepping away from my studies and listening to 15 minutes of pure, wordless classical music or ambient sounds (like rain or a campfire) is much more effective at resetting than forcing myself to drink coffee. You might want to give it a try."

He shared a very personal little habit that exudes a certain quiet taste.

This is no longer just a professional exchange, but a cautious, tentative step into the private sphere.

Lin Miaomiao replied a day later. She first asked more in-depth questions about the technical issues, revealing her enthusiasm for thinking. At the end of the email, she wrote: "I would say I have not done any 'research' on tea, it just happens that my family likes it and I have been exposed to it from a young age."

I tried the music therapy you recommended. Wearing headphones in the library, the white noise of rain and distant bells surprisingly calmed me down. Your "remedy" works very well; I really like it.

Instead of directly responding to her taste, she subtly bridged the gap and achieved a silent resonance by using phrases like "you recommended it" and "I really like it."

She also attached a photo, which she took by the window of the library: an open notebook, a cup of tea next to it, and light and shadow filtering through the sycamore leaves outside the window. The composition was quiet and beautiful, saying nothing, yet it seemed to say a lot.

In the back and forth, a unique rhythm of communication quietly took shape: one part was serious and in-depth professional discussions, while the other part was a delicate perception of the details of life, a quiet sharing of personal interests, and an unspoken resonance of a certain similarity in each other's spiritual world.

They seemed to be conversing on two parallel channels: one a clash of reason and wisdom, the other a trickle of emotion and tacit understanding.

Jiang Haoran could sense that Lin Miaomiao's attitude towards him had gradually shifted from "a stranger with some insights" to "a special person with whom he could delve into professional discussions and share certain personal interests."

This change is exactly what he wanted.

Attracting a truly exceptional soul is never about deliberately pandering or showing off, but rather about radiating an equal or even more dazzling light yourself, and having the ability to understand and resonate with the other person's wavelength.

He closed his email, a barely perceptible smile playing on his lips.

Hunting in the capital market requires patience and ruthlessness, while operating in this field requires wisdom and sincerity that work steadily over time.

Professor Wu Weizhen called Jiang Haoran aside after class and gave him an opportunity: "At the beginning of next month, there will be a Yangtze River Delta industry seminar in the province. Most of the attendees will be from the business and investment circles."

"I'm a special guest, and one of the topics we're discussing is 'Manufacturing Upgrading and Capital Integration.' We happen to be short of a speaker for the university student segment, and I saw your previous analytical framework, which seems quite suitable for a brief presentation on this topic."

"So, are you interested and have the courage to share your views in front of real industry professionals?"

This is not just a simple classroom presentation, but an opportunity to gain exposure and build connections at a higher level.

Jiang Haoran replied almost without hesitation: "Thank you, Professor, for giving me this opportunity. I am very willing to try and I need your guidance."

"Okay, then please draft a brief outline for me as soon as possible."

"Remember, when dealing with professionals, empty talk about theory is useless. You need to combine real cases and data to clearly explain 'why' and 'how'," Professor Wu said with a satisfied nod.

Jiang Haoran handled all these things simultaneously: maintaining positions, replying to emails, guiding his father, and preparing to speak at seminars.

He was like a sophisticated processor, switching rapidly between different task threads, each one progressing smoothly and methodically.

The greatest advantage of being reborn may not just be foresight, but also the efficient multitasking ability and calm mindset based on a mature mindset.

Time quickly slipped into the last week of June. After several days of stagnation, soybean meal prices began to show some subtle changes.

First, a mainstream domestic financial media outlet published a report titled "Port Investigation: Soybean Arrivals Delayed, Soybean Meal Supply Tight in Some Areas." Although the report was short and the wording was cautious, it confirmed the situation that Chen Jingge had witnessed on the ground.

Subsequently, several securities research institutes issued bullish research reports on the agricultural products sector, starting to mention the "weather premium" concept.

On the market, the trading volume of the soybean meal 1301 contract increased moderately, and the price fluctuation range quietly shifted upward. The psychological level of 3000 points gradually changed from a resistance level to a support level.

Jiang Haoran's account showed a steady increase in unrealized profits, rising from a few thousand yuan initially to over twenty thousand yuan.

This profit is just the beginning compared to his expected target, but it is a positive sign that market sentiment is quietly shifting.

That afternoon, Jiang Haoran had just come out of the School of Management and discussed the follow-up seminar with Professor Wu.

Walking along the tree-lined path back to the dormitory, my phone vibrated in my pocket. It was a message from Chen Jingge, just one sentence: "The weather speculation in the US market has started, pay attention to the overseas markets tonight."

Jiang Haoran did not stop walking, but his eyes sharpened.

He returned to his dormitory, turned on his computer, and checked the international futures market data. The Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) soybean futures contract saw a sudden, slight rise in the late Asian session.

Although the magnitude is not large, given the recent worsening drought monitoring map of the US Midwest, this could very well be a signal that larger funds are starting to pay attention to and invest in this sector.

He glanced at the closing price of domestic soybean meal futures contract 1301 in the afternoon: 3128. It had firmly established itself above 3100 points.

As expected, CBOT soybeans continued to rise after the US trading session opened in the evening, driven by weather concerns.

Jiang Haoran didn't stay up all night monitoring the market; he set price alerts and went to bed early. Sufficient sleep and a calm mind are key to a protracted battle.

The next morning, when he turned on his computer, a knowing smile appeared on his lips.

The domestic soybean meal 1301 contract opened sharply higher at 3156 points!

It is nearly 80 points higher than his average holding cost.

In just one night, his account's unrealized profit soared from over 20,000 to 80,000!

The power of leverage is fully demonstrated when a trend begins.