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At Li Haoyu's prompting, Qiu Yingying...

She scheduled meetings with several investment companies at different times.

Prior to this, Li Haoyu even pulled a stunt.

That is, an invitation to participate in the conference was sent out.

Except for a few top-tier investment banks that have fixed seats and do not require invitations.

There were also more than a dozen anonymous invitations.

Only those who receive an invitation are eligible to participate in the subsequent launch and distribution of Snail Games.

Qiu Yingying couldn't understand this at all.

Li Haoyu explained from the side, "This is not only to put more pressure on the investment banks, but also to create momentum for Snail Games' IPO."

Qiu Yingying still seemed to understand but not quite.

However, Li Haoyu was too lazy to explain.

Ultimately, it's all about packaging.

In this respect, there is no essential difference between listed companies and ordinary businesses; both are trying to inflate their own value.

This is just a superficial step.

However, it is an essential step.

It may seem like a deliberate attempt to create mystery, but once the threshold is raised, the value also increases.

This is no different from so-called supercar clubs and corporate private board meetings.

To put it bluntly, it's just a WeChat group, but there are still a lot of people who are desperate to get in.

Li Haoyu's actions made the invitations very sought after.

There were even some bizarre cases of two or three companies pooling together a single invitation letter.

However, Li Haoyu was too lazy to care about any of that.

If they're willing to invest heavily, they might be able to capture a certain market share. This is also Li Haoyu's principle in doing business—to give partners a chance to make money.

Li Haoyu had already met with two investment banks this morning.

However, they are the two weakest teams.

Surprisingly, the conditions they offered were quite good.

It's at least enough for Li Haoyu to use as leverage in negotiations, and it can also put more pressure on the company in the afternoon.

This is also the reason why Li Haoyu arranged the meeting time this way.

It's currently lunch break time, and this is a lunch party hosted by Snail Games.

The entire floor was used to set up the venue.

The lunch was a buffet, with a wide variety of options available. The chefs were all rented from various large hotels by Li Haoyu.

Many of the investment bank representatives brought their beautiful female companions to toast Li Haoyu.

It's obvious that their real intentions were not what they seemed.

However, Li Haoyu didn't like any of those girls; the girls in the finance industry were just too chaotic.

Li Haoyu refused outright.

They said they had to continue the meeting in the afternoon and it wasn't convenient to drink, but they would organize a drinking party after the meeting ended.

The excuse is quite obvious.

Only Qiu Yingying, who was standing next to him, believed it to be true. She even asked Li Haoyu when he would prepare for the banquet.

Li Haoyu could only smile helplessly.

Fortunately, the people at other investment banks are all shrewd and capable.

Even though Li Haoyu was at the main table in the very center, no one offered him a toast anymore.

However, this did not dampen the enthusiastic atmosphere at the scene.

The attendees were all from top-tier investment banks, making this a rare opportunity for networking.

People often gather in small groups to chat about industry news or introduce each other. You never know, the next client might be found through these conversations.

So the scene was still very lively.

Li Haoyu watched as handsome men and beautiful women came and went in the banquet hall.

However, they did not go there to profit from the snail game.

Snail Games is already a behemoth, and if it successfully goes public, it will leap to become a giant in the industry, which is why they are so eager to acquire it.

There's actually no problem with that.

Just like crocodiles and toothpick birds, it's a mutually beneficial relationship.

But Li Haoyu suddenly felt a little bored.

Perhaps this is what it feels like to be at the very top.

This made Li Hao think of something very interesting: luxury homes.

He had never really understood why luxury homes around the world are built in the heart of cities or on mountains.

However, there's always a reason why a mansion is a mansion. It's not just about having a large area, good decoration, multiple elevators, or a large lobby; there must be some added value.

This value can be a landscape: on a mountain, by a lake, or by the sea.

This value can be location: city center, upscale residential area. It can also be educational and medical resources, or the quality of the surrounding area.

Connections are also a resource. Most wealthy people prefer to live in the same building as other wealthy people; sometimes, where you live is also a factor.

However, they all have one thing in common.

That means it's high enough and has a good view.

the reason is simple.

Because it really gives you a feeling of being high above, like no one can step on you. If you're high enough, it really does create that feeling.

Of course, drop towers are an exception.

However, everyone in the venue is dressed impeccably.

But Li Haoyu felt like he was in a gladiatorial arena.

Although there was no smoke of gunpowder on the battlefield, the cruelty was even greater.

Li Haoyu picked up a glass of red wine and quietly watched everyone coming and going... For some reason, a feeling quietly arose in Li Haoyu's heart at this moment.

How hypocritical!

But ironically, he was the one who hosted the banquet.

This only made it more ironic.

Li Haoyu's thoughts were quickly interrupted by the sound of knives and forks.

Qiu Yingying is cutting a piece of filet mignon.

However, her movements were clearly not very skilled.

The cutlery and plates made a jarring sound.

Qiu Yingying also noticed Li Haoyu's gaze.

She said somewhat guiltily, "Won't my performance bring shame to Snail Games?"

Li Haoyu couldn't help but laugh.

"You're exaggerating a bit. It's just eating steak, how could that be shameful?"

"Besides, the value of Snail Games is something you earn through your own hard work. If eating a steak could have such a big impact, you're underestimating Snail Games."

Qiu Yingying nodded.

"I was just waiting for you to say that, so I'll eat with chopsticks. I'm not worried about myself; if I weren't your secretary, I would have already eaten my fill."

Qiu Yingying is truly a foodie!

Li Haoyu's mood improved considerably immediately.

Seeing Qiu Yingying eating so heartily, he also developed an appetite.

Li Haoyu also wanted to try the steak.

"Don't rush to get up, go get me a steak too."

"Black pepper or original flavor?"

"Black pepper flavor."

……

Li Haoyu wearily put down the document in his hand.

But he still saw the Goldman Sachs representative off with a smile.

After all, Goldman Sachs holds a pivotal position even within the investment banking industry. For most ordinary people, Goldman Sachs is just a name.

But he is a genuine financial tycoon.

The power struggle among a few financial giants can even directly cripple a country's economy. The damage they inflict is no less than that of actual warfare.

Goldman Sachs has been involved in every recent financial battle. For that reason alone, Li Haoyu has to take them seriously.

Goldman Sachs' past track record is none of Snail Games' business.

However, this time Goldman Sachs offered the best price available.

This made Li Haoyu very happy.

But Li Haoyu was still very troubled because the proposals from each investment bank were almost identical. They kept repeating the same old things over and over.

Li Haoyu had to put on a serious listening posture. It was like a slacker trying to listen to advanced calculus at university level—it was so boring it made him sleepy, it was pure torture.

Li Haoyu waved his hand.

Qiu Yingying, who was standing to the side, was also very perceptive.

She brought over a cup of hot tea and tentatively asked, "We've already had several meetings, would you like to take a short break?"

Li Haoyu shook his head: "Other companies don't have a halftime break, so suddenly adding a break wouldn't be fair to the other companies."

"Besides, shouldn't there only be one company left that we haven't negotiated with yet?"

Qiu Yingying nodded.

"That leaves Sequoia Capital, represented by Andy."

Li Haoyu was delighted; after waiting all afternoon, it was finally Andy's turn.

She's the one who's prepared the longest; Andy shouldn't let her down this time, right?

Li Haoyu immediately perked up.

"Then call them in, I can't wait any longer."

As soon as Andy entered the conference room, Li Haoyu's eyes lit up. The other investment bank representatives were all dressed in identical black suits, with even the styles being very similar, as if they had planned it together.

Only Andy wore a beige suit.

Not to mention that Andy herself is very beautiful, and she is the only girl among so many investment bank representatives. Andy immediately stood out from a group of rough men.

Andy cut to the chase: "Mr. Li, I didn't answer your question last time, so I'm well-prepared this time."

"I've never played games before, but recently I stayed up all night to play Endless Battle and got to the Diamond rank."

As soon as Andy said those words...

Slight laughter immediately broke out in the room.

After all, a large number of the top executives at Snail Games are loyal gamers or geeks, which instantly gave Andyra a lot of goodwill.

Andy paused slightly: "Last time you asked what we could bring to Snail Games, right?"

Li Haoyu nodded.

Andy didn't even bother with pleasantries.

She just came straight to the point; that style is definitely Andy's.

"Mr. Li, let me first tell you how I can help you reduce the trouble."

Li Haoyu said, "Troublesome. That's a rather novel way of putting it. I'd like to hear more about it."

"Firstly, our company can help Snail Games obtain better buy ratings."

"In addition, we can join forces with the other investment banks present today to help Snail Games go public. This will increase the company's chances of obtaining funding and also help diversify risks."

Li Haoyu and the executives present exchanged a glance.

The rating issue was relatively easy to resolve; Goldman Sachs had offered similar terms. However, Andy was the first to proactively propose collaborating with other investment banks.

After all, this is equivalent to sharing the easy money that's already in your mouth with others, which is not something that ordinary people can do.

Li Haoyu continued, "Then how can you guarantee that you can accomplish this?"

Andy replied without hesitation, "Of course it's about profit. Every company can get enough profit, and you can also get all our distribution channels."

"If that's the case, I can help Snail Games achieve an IPO price that's three or four percentage points higher than other companies."

Li Haoyu did some mental calculations.

"If it's four percent, then that's a significant improvement. This will greatly alleviate the funding burden on the subsequent Snail Games development plan."

"However, even if the funding is not as sufficient as expected, Snail Games will never change its planned schedule."

"I must say, your improvement is indeed quite significant. I need to consider it carefully and will be able to give you a definite answer later," Li Haoyu said earnestly.

Andy also turned off the screen mirroring and said unsurprisingly, "Of course you can. A company going public isn't something that can be decided in a single meeting."

"However, my plan is the best option for both parties. I have also included specific suggestions and measures in the proposal."

"Are you also very confident in persuading other investment banks?"

Li Tian, ​​the manager of Snail Games, kept reflecting on Andy's proposal. He thought the proposal was indeed ingenious, but wasn't Andy a little too confident?

He couldn't help but ask.

"What makes you think you can deliver on the plan?"

Andy nodded.

"Of course, I am absolutely certain."

Li Tian was astonished: "Absolutely certain?"

"First Snail Games is an industry leader, and no investment bank would be willing to give up such a high-quality client."

"Secondly, Sequoia Capital also has the strength to facilitate this cooperation, and has even prepared the bargaining chips to persuade them."

"And most importantly, Mr. Li's real target is the global game market. Only in this way can we maximize the use of our channel advantages."

Li Haoyu smiled and said, "I agree with the first two points, but Snail Games has never said that it wants to go global."

Andy smiled. "I've prepared a video to support my theory. I wonder if Mr. Li would be willing to watch it?"

Li Haoyu certainly wouldn't refuse.

However, when the video was shown, everyone was stunned.

Because the person in the video is indeed Li Haoyu.

As soon as Li Haoyu saw the screen, he remembered that it was a video of his speech to his employees when he first came to the world of "Ode to Joy" and was penniless.

However, ever since Li Haoyu requested that his personal information be kept confidential:

There will be virtually no videos streaming online.

Even those attending the meeting were seeing this video for the first time, and no one knew where Andy had found it.

The video shows Li Haoyu giving a speech.

He appeared decisive and resolute, full of vigor and high spirits.

The entire speech concluded with our Snail Games' resounding slogan: Born for dreams, with unwavering passion, we aim to fill the world with miracles.

Li Haoyu was lost in memories.

He couldn't help but sigh.

He used to have a handsome young appearance, but he lacked the charm he has now.

Sure enough, I'm making progress every day.

The video is not long, only five or six minutes.

The video ends.

Thunderous applause filled the entire conference room.

Even Li Haoyu was at a loss for words. If he spoke now, whatever he said would inevitably be suspected of self-praise.

However, the others present, especially the senior executives of Snail Games, genuinely applauded. After all, they had witnessed firsthand how Li Haoyu had transformed Snail Games into a gaming giant in just a few years.

Even Andy's team felt that Li Haoyu was indeed a legendary entrepreneur.

The only one who might have a different opinion was Qiu Yingying, who was standing behind Li Haoyu.

What's wrong with Andy?

She actually went so far as to flatter this scumbag for the sake of business.

What's the difference between this and being a simp?

How can this world be so outrageous!

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