Chapter 208: Illegitimate Daughter

Guan Weizhi's words resonated within her, the feeling of clouds parting lingering for a long time.

Qiao Suisui nodded, thinking as she sat in the passenger seat that even if she weren't selected by an investor today, it was worth it just for the chance to learn from so many big shots. Besides, any endeavor requires active pursuit; while others may judge, she is the one who decides her actions. She secretly made up her mind to set aside her worthless pride and actively showcase herself.

Guan Weizhi glanced at her from the corner of his eye. Although he hadn't heard her speak, he could tell from her expression that she had taken his words to heart, and he smiled with satisfaction.

The two parked in the underground garage and went to a private room at the venue to change their clothes.

Qiao Suisui was stunned for a moment as she looked at herself in the full-length mirror.

It was her first time wearing a professional-style suit. The outfit cleverly blended a small-fragrance style with a professional edge, avoiding the rigidity and severity of formal wear while maintaining a sense of sophistication and professional competence. It perfectly balanced her youthful appearance with a touch of maturity.

"This rental fits so perfectly," she muttered to herself.

From the clothes to the heels and the bag, anyone could see it was meticulously styled, and the sizing was absolutely precise.

She let her hair down, wore no makeup, and applied only a thin layer of lipstick. She looked bright and radiant, exuding an air of "wealth" from head to toe.

Qiao Suisui walked out feeling a bit uncertain. Guan Weizhi was at the door on a call; he turned around when he heard her and paused.

The person on the other end of the line didn't hear him speak and asked, "Young Master Guan, hello? Young Master Guan, is the signal bad? Can you hear me?"

Guan Weizhi said distractedly, "Let's talk later," and hung up immediately.

Qiao Suisui looked up and asked, "Teacher Guan, is this really okay? If I'm dressed in all these designer brands, why would anyone want to invest in me?"

Guan Weizhi tapped the tip of her nose and lectured, "They invest in potential, not in poor students. If you were hoping to earn sympathy points, you should have worn your ripped jeans."

Qiao Suisui rubbed her nose and muttered, "Does potential also depend on family background and starting lines?"

Guan Weizhi knew what she was thinking and taught her patiently, "Although schools teach you from a young age not to judge a book by its cover, a person's attire and conversation are part of who they are. When people look at others, they look at the whole; only when the whole is attractive do they have the interest to look at the details. Moreover, dressing appropriately for the occasion isn't about showing off—it's about basic respect."

Qiao Suisui rubbed her nose and nodded obediently, saying "I understand," but she had her own judgment in her heart.

Things attracted by packaging never last.

No one is a fool. Human nature is: once they see your value, they expect even more, and they hope that value comes cheap. Once people discover you are selling dog meat under a sheep's head, I'm sorry, but everything you thought you possessed was just an early investment or bait on the gambling table—just like the resources Guan Weizhi has been pouring into her lately. Having come from the game world, Qiao Suisui was no longer the naive girl with no emotional experience. She knew exactly what Guan Weizhi was thinking. She also knew clearly that in dealing with people of such wealth, status, and resources, one must constantly demonstrate their value. If they discover you are just an empty shell, there is only one outcome: you're off the table.

She steadied her mind, thinking: regardless of Guan Weizhi's motives or who might be at this event, she would only focus on getting what she wanted.

For the next while, Qiao Suisui followed Guan Weizhi into the venue. After the host warmed up the atmosphere, the event officially moved into the sharing session.

The venue was bathed in soft lighting, creating an atmosphere that was both formal and warm. She stood in a corner, her eyes scanning every detail through the bustling crowd.

The room went quiet as everyone focused on the CEO on stage. He was a well-known entrepreneur, famous for his sharp business acumen and profound insight into future trends. As the sharing reached its climax, the young CEO finished detailing a series of complex business challenges and waved his hand with a smile, saying, "Don't rush to applaud yet. I believe my sharing just now has sparked many thoughts. Alright, who can answer this: in the current market environment, how do we utilize the fewest resources to achieve the greatest customer satisfaction?"

The room fell into immediate silence; no one could provide an answer right away.

Qiao Suisui didn't hesitate for a second, knowing that a moment's hesitation would mean someone else would beat her to it. She stood up steadily and said in a moderate, unhurried tone, "The most effective strategy is to optimize every touchpoint of the customer experience. For example, by enhancing the user-friendliness and responsiveness of the online interaction platforms you just mentioned, we can significantly boost customer satisfaction without requiring massive cost inputs, relying instead on precise and effective service improvements."

All eyes in the room focused on the young girl. A flash of approval crossed the CEO's eyes, and he nodded in agreement.

However, a boy from an Ivy League school stood up from the crowd, his expression carrying a hint of skepticism as he challenged her: "While improving service efficiency and quality is important, in the face of fierce market competition and ever-increasing customer expectations, is optimizing operational processes really enough to maintain our competitive advantage? We need to consider not just improving existing service quality, but also how to innovate to cope with potential future changes."

Many nodded in agreement, and some chuckled, thinking the girl surely couldn't handle such a professional question. Everyone knew that without real-world operational experience, it was impossible to answer.

But they were wrong.

Qiao Suisui hadn't just operated a business; she had done so in a very unique environment—the inn in the game world. She had been hands-on, thinking through and practicing every single link herself.

She wasn't surprised by the challenge and answered with a smile: "You've raised an excellent question. In fact, improving service quality is only part of our strategy. We must also commit to innovation and adapting to change. For instance, we could explore introducing AI to analyze customer data and predict needs, preparing solutions in advance to not only boost efficiency but also enhance our predictive capabilities. Furthermore, innovation doesn't always require massive capital; it's more about a mindset—a culture of willingness to constantly experiment and adapt to new things."

Professional, appropriate, and hitting the nail on the head.

Her response not only addressed the skepticism but further showcased her deep understanding and forward-thinking mindset. Her answer impressed many in the room and deepened the CEO's recognition of her.

Guan Weizhi listened from the side, a smile appearing on his lips as he watched her. Larry, an investment manager beside him, raised an eyebrow in surprise, thinking to himself: *The way Young Master Guan is looking at her... it's exactly the same look I had when attending my daughter's kindergarten graduation performance. What's with this proud and gratified look? Could it be... * Larry looked at Qiao Suisui, his facial features contorted by his own outrageous thought.

*Could it be... that she's Young Master Guan's illegitimate daughter???? *

(End of chapter)