Chapter 440

Chen Yang didn't tell Xiao Jian that he had taken full control of the Old Commoners Commercial Building project; the one who suffered the loss wasn't him, but Zhu Zhu's maternal grandfather's company.

Land prices in Deep City are incredibly high and will only keep rising. The value of the Old Commoners Commercial Building will at least increase several-fold in the future.

Furthermore, as Deputy Mayor of Deep City, Hu Shiyou has agreed to help him find a solution. With his connections and influence in Deep City, the follow‑up construction work should pose no major problems.

To thank Zhu Zhu's maternal grandfather for stepping down, Chen Yang returned to the company, turned on his computer, logged into his stock account, and searched for the shares of Divine Wind Group.

Due to the impact of the S virus epidemic, Divine Wind Group's share price has been in a downward trend, falling from thirty‑six Hong Kong dollars at the outbreak to sixteen dollars.

After the epidemic subsided, the Hong Kong stock market began a strong rebound, and Divine Wind Group's share price rose from sixteen to eighteen dollars.

Just when things were looking great, the media suddenly reported that Divine Wind Group's capital chain had run into trouble.

As soon as the news came out, Divine Wind Group's share price immediately began to fall, dropping from eighteen to fifteen dollars.

If it weren't for the Divine Wind Group's timely press conference clarifying the rumors, the stock price would have continued to fall.

As someone who knows the inside story, how could Chen Yang possibly pass up such a good opportunity to buy the dip?

He quickly built up his position, buying 40 million shares of Divine Wind Group's stock at an average price of 18 yuan before the market closed.

Chen Yang's large influx of funds immediately sparked market speculation. The next morning, during the bidding session, Divine Wind Group's stock opened two points higher.

Just as Divine Wind Group held a press conference to clarify that its funding issues had been resolved, the stock price began to rise rapidly, closing at 28 yuan.

After the market closed, Zhu Zhu called Chen Yang. Her voice was very excited.

"Chen Yang, thank you for your move in the stock market."

Chen Yang felt both amused and exasperated; he had merely bought the dip.

If he had to express thanks, it should be him thanking the Divine Wind Group for timely releasing the good news, which allowed him to make a big profit.

"Miss Zhu, you've misunderstood. I simply believed that Divine Wind Group's stock had room to rise; I didn't help you at all."

"Chen Yang, even if you didn't mean to, my grandfather's company also benefited. I should thank you."

Chen Yang didn't want to dwell on this issue, and directly asked her: "Have your grandfather's company's financial problems been resolved?"

"Zhu Zhu replied: 'Not yet, but after shareholders regained confidence, the situation has improved a lot. That's why I want to thank you.'"

Chen Yang said a few encouraging words before hanging up.

As for Divine Wind Group's stock, he plans to hold it for a while longer before selling, to maximize profits.

However, on the way back to the hotel, Hu Shiyou suddenly called, asking him to come over.

At this time, Hu Shiyou looking for Chen Yang likely pertains to information about the Ordinary People's Commercial Building.

Chen Yang didn't dare delay; he had Xiao Jian drive him to Su Mingyue's house to pick up two bottles of Maotai and two packs of Zhonghua cigarettes, then carried the wine and cigarettes to Hu Shiyou's home.

"Seeing Chen Yang arrive, Hu Shiyou got straight to the point: 'Chen Yang, I've discussed it with Haiquan, and I want him to go to your company to help out. Do you think that's suitable?'"

Chen Yang looked surprised at Hu Shiyou, then at Haiquan. One must know, although Haiquan works for a state-owned enterprise and his position isn't high, it's still an iron rice bowl.

"Big Brother Hu, although the salary here is higher than at a state-owned enterprise, it's not as stable. Shouldn't you reconsider?"

"Haiquan shook his head: 'Working at a state-owned enterprise may be stable, but it's dull and boring. I prefer challenging work!'"

Seeing that Haiquan had made up his mind and Hu Shiyou had no objection, Chen Yang asked her: "What kind of work do you like to do?"

"Haiquan said: 'I work in architectural design. The Ordinary People's Commercial Building can be designed by me.'"

Chen Yang currently has no plans to launch the Ordinary People's Commercial Building project. He told Haiquan: "After the Divine Wind Group withdraws, many procedures for the Ordinary People's Commercial Building will need to be redone. You have extensive connections in Deep City, so I'll entrust this work to you for now. Once General Manager Su returns, I'll hand it over to her."

"Seeing that Chen Yang had agreed to let him join the Ordinary People's Commercial Building project, Haiquan immediately assured: 'You won't need to change personnel for this job; I'll see it through in one go. Once the work is finished, I hope you can hand over the building's design work to me.'"

"Chen Yang said with some worry: 'I'm planning to build a seventy-story skyscraper this time. Can you, alone, handle such a large design?'"

"Haiquan laughed and said: 'I never said I'd do it alone! Since I'm coming out, I'll definitely bring my original team with me.'"

Seeing his full confidence, Chen Yang didn't want to pour cold water on him. As the saying goes, whether a mule or a horse, you have to let him test his abilities first.

"At this point, Hu Shiyou added: 'Regarding the contractor, I've already gotten in touch with the person in charge of China Construction in Deep City. Let them take on your project.'"

Chen Yang had no objection. For such an ultra-high-rise large commercial building, it's most suitable to be undertaken by a state-owned construction engineering limited company.

Now that a contractor has been found, and Haiquan has volunteered to take on the building's design work, Chen Yang's job becomes much simpler.

"Just before leaving, Chen Yang asked Hu Shiyou: 'Uncle, my older brother coming to work at my company won't affect your work, will it?'"

"Hu Shiyou shook his head: 'Haiquan is just changing jobs; he's not investing in any company. There's no need to worry so much.'"

Seeing that Hu Shiyou wasn't worried, Chen Yang naturally had no objections either.

After returning to the hotel, Chen Yang called Su Mingyue, telling her she didn't need to rush back to Deep City. It would be best to first finish the procedures on the Xingcheng side.

Chen Yang did this mainly to test Haiquan's ability to get things done.

Su Mingyue was only temporarily taking charge of the Ordinary People's Financial Investment Company; she herself didn't have much ambition. Once the company's affairs increase, she will surely find it tedious.

As long as Haiquan can stand on his own, given his relationship with Lin Wei, the position of person-in-charge of this company can completely be handed over to Haiquan.

As for Su Mingyue, she's better at stock trading; her business talent isn't high, so let her just be a non-executive director.

In fact, after Chen Yang told Su Mingyue his decision, her level of happiness exceeded his expectations.

"Chen Yang, your decision is truly wise and brilliant! I've been worried about not having time to accompany Qingqing to Hong Kong for fun. By letting Big Brother Hu take over my work, I feel much more relaxed overall."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yang also didn't know whether letting Su Mingyue early adopt a laid-back lifestyle was the right decision.