Weekend, Guangzhou.
The breeze blew in the evening.
Chen Zhongqi was in the Hongda Building, reporting to Xia Jinhe, the Vice-Chairman of the Hongda Group.
After Xia Jinhe heard this, he wasn't thinking about money. Instead, he was worried about Lu Yiwei's current situation. In the past, Lu Yiwei was a bright and lively person. But when she last saw him, he seemed to have aged a lot, which made her heart ache.
Without any hesitation, she said, "Since the silkworm factory has been built, then we'll fully support the local government. As for the money, I'll talk to my boss about it. We can increase the investment."
Seeing Xia Jinhe's expression, Chen Zhongqi kindly persuaded, "Chairman Xia, you were opposed by the entire board of directors when you invested in this project. If it wasn't for Chairman Rong, this project wouldn't have been launched. Furthermore, do you really expect this project to make money? "
"Zhongqi, I've told you before that you must fully support this project. As for the rest, you don't have to worry about it. I'll consider it. You and I both know that it's not profitable. "
"Chairman Xia, how are you going to explain this to the board of directors?" Chen Zhongqi couldn't understand.
"You don't have to worry about this. I have my ways, and I'll explain it to the board of directors in the future. Just follow my instructions." Xia Jinhe replied.
"Alright." Chen Zhongqi shrugged. "Lu Yiwei proposed to invest ¥2 million, and we've already donated ¥1 million. Do you think it's feasible?"
A few million wasn't much for a large corporation, so Xia Jinhe calculated in his heart, "Sure, but ¥2 million is too little. Increase it to ¥5 million."
"How much?" Chen Zhongqi was shocked. "Chairman Xia, are you insane?"
Xia Jinhe calmly replied, "The silkworm factory is a subsidiary of our Jinse Company, so we should support it. ¥5 million is nothing. It's not even a quarter of our monthly profit, so we can afford it. Not to mention that we're going to develop the Northern market in the future, so building a raw material base is essential. "
"Sigh! I really don't understand you. "
After talking about work, Xia Jinhe got up and looked at the night view outside the window. Lu Yiwei's figure appeared before her eyes. She tried to reach out and touch it, but it was only cold glass.
"Chairman Xia, let me send you home."
Xia Jinhe shook his head absentmindedly and said, "You go back first. I'm going to drive."
Chen Zhongqi could tell that Xia Jinhe was concerned about him, so he said, "Why don't I accompany you for a drink and tell you about him?"
Hearing this, Xia Jinhe suddenly turned around, grabbed the bag on the table, and walked toward the staircase. When he reached the door, he turned around and said to Chen Zhongqi, "Let's go. What are you standing there for?"
"Oh." Chen Zhongqi followed her down the stairs.
When they arrived at a French bar, Xia Jinhe practiced his native French and said, "I'd like a bottle of Chateau Lusalus' 82 vintage sweet white wine, and a bottle of Chateau Margaux '80 vintage red wine for this gentleman."
Xia Jinhe had already integrated into this international metropolis. Every day, he came into contact with noble ladies of the upper class. He was no longer the university professor he used to be. She was used to this kind of life, even though it was boring. In her dreams, she often dreamed of returning to her hometown, walking on the familiar country roads, eating the familiar dumplings, which were many times more delicious than steak and foie gras. After all, she was the daughter of a farmer, and the blood of farmers flowed in her bones. No matter how she changed, she could not become an aristocrat of the orthodox bloodline.
The aristocrats of China could not be compared with the aristocrats of foreign countries. Foreign aristocrats had a culture of thousands of years, or even longer. The hereditary aristocrats had strict means of restraint and differentiated teaching methods. Whether it was wearing, walking, speaking, eating, entertainment, etc., it reflected the superiority of the aristocratic class. Even if some things did not conform to the norms and common sense, the forced change was to distinguish them from other classes. The ordinary class especially respected the aristocratic life, such as golf, equestrian, and other aristocratic sports.
However, the aristocratic culture in China had been broken, and the change of dynasties was smashed to pieces. It could be said that, except for the generation who fought for the country, many aristocrats were gradually formed during the reform and opening up.
The feudal system was abolished, and the Chinese aristocrats began to imitate the West, strongly advocating it. However, they could imitate the form, but they could not imitate the essence. Deep down, they were still branded as peasants, so they became a group of pan-aristocrats with no cultural connotation.
The reason why Xia Jinhe came into contact with the aristocrats was mostly to customize high-end clothing. It did not matter what the figure or appearance was, as long as it was expensive. Whatever material was good, the most important thing was the brand. When attending dinner parties, they could also show off which brand it was custom-made. It was easy to make money from this kind of people, so the company vigorously supported the Pansy brand, spared no effort to advertise it, and increased efforts to package Xia Jinhe in an all-round way, trying to make her a top designer as famous as the famous Milan designers.
Xia Jinhe was like a cash cow, so no matter what ideas she put forward, the board of directors of the group would give the green light and break the rules, unimpeded, and strongly support her. She also proposed to enter the beauty industry. The group invested 200 million yuan, and silk beauty protein was one of the projects. Because of this, the chairman made a major concession to invest in the distant Black Mountain County.
Xia Jinhe had made it clear to Chen Zhongqi early on to invest in this project to support Lu Yiwei. As for whether it would make money or not, she did not care. This small amount of money, the company could still afford it. Even if the board of directors held her responsible in the future, they could just say that she failed in positioning and investment, and do a self-reflection. Even if she was removed, she did not care. With her current value and status, other companies would compete for her, and at least she did not have to worry about her job.
Xia Jinhe swirled the goblet and swallowed the wine in one breath. She asked lightly, "How is he?"
Although Chen Zhongqi was not in the government, he knew the situation in Black Mountain County very well. He sipped the wine and said, "He's fine. Some time ago, he held a provincial on-site meeting and made a name for himself. But I do not understand why he came. I heard that the new secretary of the Municipal Party Committee has his eyes on him."
"What?" Xia Jinhe leaned forward and almost pushed the goblet down in panic. She asked anxiously, "What did you say?"
Seeing that Xia Jinhe was so concerned about Lu Yiwei, Chen Zhongqi felt sour in his heart. He said, "During this time, he has been checking his accounts. There may be some problems."
"Is it serious?" Xia Jinhe frowned and asked, clenching her fists tightly.
Chen Zhongqi shook his head and said, "I don't have any contact with the local government officials. It's all hearsay. As for whether there is any problem, I don't know."
Xia Jinhe was anxious. She suddenly grabbed Chen Zhongqi's hand and said, "Zhongqi, go back and find out quickly and tell me, okay?"
Xia Jinhe was so excited that Chen Zhongqi could not get used to it. But it was the first time he felt the temperature of her body, so he could not help but feel excited. He said, "Okay, I'll go back and find out in two days."
"No!" Xia Jinhe let go of his hand and stood up, saying, "Go back tomorrow. I want to know the situation as soon as possible."
Chen Zhongqi said helplessly, "Chairman Xia, I just came out of that damn place. At least let me rest for two days."
"No!" Xia Jinhe could not wait any longer. She said, "Fly back tomorrow morning. Even if I give you a long vacation after this period, you must keep an eye on him."
"Okay … Alas!"
Xia Jinhe's heart had already flown to Heishan County. She was worried about Lu Yiwei. But she was in Guangzhou. What could she do to help?
After a long time, Chen Zhongqi poured out the words that had been suppressed in his heart for many years. He asked, "Jinhe, is Lu Yiwei really that important to you?"
Xia Jinhe's eyes became chaotic. She hurriedly poured a glass of wine and drank it. She supported her head with her elbow and said, "He is the person I love the most in my life. He is also the person I owe the most in my life. Maybe you don't understand, but when my life was at its lowest and most painful, he came into my life and changed it. If it wasn't for the sudden family accident, we might have started a happy life. But … "
Chen Zhongqi comforted her, "You should be glad, Jinhe. If you didn't come out of it, you might not have achieved what you have today. Pansy was a golden brand that was well-known overseas. As long as it was mentioned, everyone would know about it. On the other hand, you are at best a university professor in Xijiang Province. Can it stimulate your potential?
"Sometimes love is important, but it's not worth mentioning when compared to achieving a career. You have succeeded and become a person above others. I dare not say anything else, but anyone in Guangzhou will know you when they mention your name. Isn't this what you want? "
"No!" Xia Jinhe shook her head desperately. "If there is medicine for regret in this world, I will never leave him."
Chen Zhongqi was very puzzled. He asked, "Is he really that important to you?"
"Yes." Xia Jinhe nodded heavily.
"Compared to me?" Chen Zhongqi finally mustered the courage to speak out the words that he had been suppressing in his heart for years.
Xia Jinhe raised her head in astonishment and stared at Chen Zhongqi for a few seconds before she smiled, "How can you compare yourself to him, Zhongqi?"
"Why not?" Chen Zhongqi suddenly grabbed Xia Jinhe's hand and said, "Jinhe, you know how I feel after so many years. Can't you give me a chance?"
Xia Jinhe hurriedly pulled her hand back and shook her head, "Zhongqi, I just said that he is the only one in my heart. It's a pain even if I marry you. It's not fair to you, so I don't want to hold you back."
"I don't care!" Chen Zhongqi, who was a gentleman, also lost his reason. The foreigner who was drinking quietly beside him looked at him strangely. "Jinhe, I believe that time will prove everything as long as you agree to it. Even if you have him in your heart, he is already married and has a child. Can you change that? I know that I don't deserve you, but please give me a chance. I will prove how much I love you with my actions. "
Xia Jinhe was stunned for a long time and did not speak. After a while, she finished the remaining wine in her glass and picked up her bag. She coldly said, "Zhongqi, I'm going home. Remember what I told you."
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