Mu Qiqi had arrived at Zhongteng. Seeing her man leading his team out of the building, she approached him. “Are you going out on business? Then why did you ask me to come here?”


  “The representatives from Xu Holdings are already here. Fourth Sister is in the office. It has been a long time since you last met her. You can go chat with her.”


  “Are you collaborating with Xu Holdings?”


  Sheng Xiao did not say anything and simply brought his team to the meeting room. Mu Qiqi did not ask much and pushed the door into his office.

  Sheng Minglan had not seen Mu Qiqi for a long time. When she saw her, she smiled gently. “You are now a great celebrity in our family.”


  “Fourth Sister, must you tease me as well? I did not help much in this case. It was my identity that caused the stir, you know that.” Mu Qiqi sat down beside Sheng Minglan. “Is Jing Yun here?”


  “Yes. He leads the Xu Holdings’ team. I am very eager to know what kind of sparks these two people will make when they stand in different positions.”


  “Isn’t that simple? Just go and take a peek.” Mu Qiqi smiled.

  Sheng Xiao had always been very successful in business. However, half of the credit should go to Jing Yun. Although the duo had been separated for half a year, Sheng Xiao’s ability was still amazing. And Jing Yun did not slow down his pace as well.

  With the duo together, discussing an agreement, it must be very exciting.

  So, the family members of both men cracked the door open.

  Sheng Xiao saw them at once, and so did the secretary. He wanted to go to the door, but Sheng Xiao stopped him.

  The secretary smiled and said, “I am going to get chairs for the two ladies.”


  As Sheng Xiao had told him that Mu Qiqi came before everything else, no matter how stupid the secretary was, it was impossible for him not to know that the sweetheart of his boss must be treated with utmost care.

  “Go.”


  The two ladies then entered the meeting room openly and they sat quietly in a corner.

  At that time, Sheng Xiao was sitting on the main seat while Jing Yun sat on opposite side. It showed their identities and positions in the business.

  “Although Xu Holdings is a large-scale enterprise, it expanded its business in Jianchuan just recently. If CEO Xu cannot take out the best proposal to convince me, I will not give you face just because we are old friends.”


  Jing Yun smiled and let his secretary put the documents in front of Sheng Xiao.

  “I’ve read the documents. Although it’s nine out of ten points, it is still not comprehensive enough for me.”


  “I’d be glad to hear it,” said Jing Yun.

  The executives of Zhongteng and Xu Holdings sat on either side of the meeting table. They thought it was going to be a rather relaxed meeting since everyone knew who Jing Yun was. But unexpectedly, Sheng Xiao was still as strict as usual.

  “There are three things Xu Holdings wants with Zhongteng. First, Zhongteng had announced its plan to build schools for the next ten years in the charity dinner. And now, Xu Holdings wants to invest in the project, to undertake the construction of the medical facilities. What makes you think I will surely agree to this? This does not bring any good to us and I have to waste my workforce to meet with you. Secondly, Xu Holdings does healthcare business and I want to establish a special research institute. On this point, our goals coincide. You want to expand your network in the military, and I need your technology and talent. This may sound like a win-win situation, but what if you bypass me and do business with them in the future once you have formed a connection with the military? Am I nurturing a snake in my bosom? Thirdly, there are so many companies in the healthcare business. You do not have the definite advantages that allow you to stand out among them. Don’t you think so, CEO Xu?”


  Mu Qiqi looked at her man. He turned out to be a very cold man when he was at the negotiating table.

  He did not go easy on Jing Yun even though they used to be the best duo.

  But of course, if you think that that was a difficult challenge to Jing Yun, then you must have underestimated him.

  “As Chief Sheng said, first, we want to undertake the construction of the medical facilities of the schools and achieve a win-win situation with Zhongteng. It is true that there is no advantage we can give from this. And it seems unnecessary for Zhongteng, which is growing and developing rapidly, to do this. But I don’t need you to give the credits to Xu Holdings for the contribution. The credit is yours exclusively. Secondly, the best talents and technologies are needed when establishing a special research institute. Xu Holdings has the technologies and Chief Sheng can enjoy the privilege just by being the intermediary. Shouldn’t you be happy about this? After all, I can still make a connection with the military without your help. Thirdly, it is true that Xu Holdings has no advantage and only has strong capital. But the biggest potential of Xu Holdings isn’t the top-notch technologies, it’s me.”


  Mu Qiqi took a sigh of relief after listening to Jing Yun’s argument. “Their discussion is very exciting.”


  “I’m shocked too,” said Sheng Minglan. “But from their standpoints, it is only right for them to do so.”


  “Then who do you think has won?”


  “It might seem like it is a tie. But in fact, Sheng Xiao has won this time. Jing Yun’s arguments are weaker, especially the last one. He sounded like he’s cheating,” said Sheng Minglan, smiling. “He only acted arrogantly because he knew Eighth Brother would compromise.”


  “CEO Xu has said so much. What do the others have to say?” Sheng Xiao asked the people present.

  How can they say anything else when they have already discussed it?

  “Well then, I want Xu Holdings to prepare another, more detailed document. Then, we shall choose a time and let your people come and sign the contract. I hope CEO Xu will not disappoint me.”


  Zhongteng held the shares of Lu Holdings. And now, it was partnering with Xu Holdings. Its position in Jianchuan was in full swing.

  Undoubtedly, it was believed established companies such as Huang Yao would have to stand aside.

  “I will come again the day after tomorrow to discuss this in person with you.”


  Sheng Xiao looked at Mu Qiqi and told Jing Yun, “I will not be here on that day. You can talk to the vice CEO.”


  “It’s your birthday that day, right?” Sheng Minglan remembered it suddenly. “Eighth Brother wants to celebrate with you?”


  “We’re actually planning to get married abroad,” said Mu Qiqi, “He is an old man reaching his thirties without a sense of security, so he is in a hurry to make me his wife.”


  Sheng Minglan laughed. “It’s a good thing that Eighth Brother cherishes you. I heard it from Jing Yun that the reason Eighth Brother wants to establish the research institute is mainly because of you. Because you are becoming a forensics doctor. Xiao Qi, Eighth Brother is only complete when you are by his side. I am very happy for the two of you. It is probably his greatest wish that you can live happily and freely in this lifetime.”


  “You don’t know how obsessed I am with him!”