Chapter 625: Linglian Technology, Elder

Rongcheng High-tech Zone, Raffles City.

In a conspicuous position facing the street on the first floor, the first flagship store of [Weiguang Coffee] in the Southwest region.

Huge floor-to-ceiling windows introduced warm sunlight into the interior, and the air was filled with the mixed aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans and butter bread.

The design of the store continued the brand’s consistent, simple, and textured style.

It had now become a popular check-in spot for white-collar workers in the entire CBD.

"President Xie!"

"President Xie, you're here!"

Xie Xie Shuyu smiled and nodded slightly to the staff, stepping into the coffee shop.

Her gaze drifted, and she saw the man waiting in the booth by the window.

He was around forty years old, wearing a well-fitting casual suit and rimless glasses, with a scholarly and steady temperament.

He wasn't playing with his phone, just quietly holding a cup of Americano.

His gaze was focused on the busy baristas and the customers coming and going, his eyes carrying a hint of professional scrutiny and thought.

Based on these details alone, Xie Xie Shuyu's first impression of him gained quite a few points.

As she approached.

The middle-aged man stood up immediately, a sincere and enthusiastic smile appearing on his face. "President Xie, hello, I am Fang Wang Zhiyuan from Linglian Technology. You are even more beautiful and have more presence than in your photos. Sorry for the intrusion, and thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule."

Xie Xie Shuyu said gracefully, "President Fang, you are too polite. I should be the one apologizing for keeping you waiting so long."

As they spoke, the two sat opposite each other and exchanged polite pleasantries.

Xie Xie Shuyu looked directly at him, her gaze calm and sharp.

When the news that she wanted to optimize cold chain transportation in the Southwest region was released, [Linglian Technology] was among the first batch of companies to request a meeting via email.

It was only because her schedule was too full that it had been dragged out until today.

This up-and-coming cold chain logistics company headquartered in Jiangcheng was also one of the key targets she was investigating.

Most of the founding team came from Alibaba Cainiao Cold Chain and JD Logistics, possessing both technological and operational backgrounds.

By combining a SaaS scheduling platform with a new energy cold chain fleet, they solved the problem of insufficient digitalization in traditional cold chain, with prominent advantages.

But the scale was still small, and the coverage area was limited—this was a fatal flaw.

However, in Xie Xie Shuyu's view, dealing with this kind of "growth-oriented" company was actually more flexible.

She could not only gain the technological dividend but also easily squeeze out room in terms of price.

After the pleasantries.

Fang Wang Zhiyuan did not engage in excessive commercial flattery but went straight to the point.

"President Xie, to be honest, before coming here, our team had already conducted on-site visits and research on all [Weiguang Coffee] stores in North China and the Southwest."

He turned his tablet toward Xie Xie Shuyu; on the screen was a logically clear and well-illustrated PPT.

"We found that [Weiguang Coffee]'s greatest advantage lies in the 'high quality' and 'freshness' of its products. Especially for your baked goods and specialty dairy drinks, the requirements for cold chain temperature control and delivery timeliness are extremely high."

"And this is precisely what our [Linglian Technology] is best at."

As he spoke, he swiped the screen, showing their sizable self-operated fleet consisting of 800 new energy cold chain vehicles, as well as their highly professional AISaaS scheduling platform.

And finally, he provided a comprehensive cold chain logistics solution customized specifically for [Weiguang Coffee]. The AISaaS scheduling system could match the optimal route in real-time, reducing energy consumption by 20%;

The customized solution for Weiguang could shorten delivery time by 30% and reduce costs by 15%.

Hearing this, a glimmer of genuine excitement ignited in Xie Xie Shuyu's eyes, which always carried a hint of scrutiny.

She never expected that the other party's preparation would be so thorough!

This level of importance was practically treating [Weiguang Coffee] as a "model client."

However, her face still maintained that calm, slightly critical expression.

After a moment of contemplation.

Xie Xie Shuyu said unhurriedly, "President Fang, the plan is indeed very thoughtful, and the professionalism is beyond doubt. However, cost is always one of the core considerations for our chain brand."

Hearing this, Fang Wang Zhiyuan smiled. "President Xie, rest assured. If Weiguang is willing to sign a long-term exclusive strategic cooperation agreement with us, we are willing to lower the price by another 3% based on the current quote! And we promise to set up a dedicated service team for you, responding 24 hours a day."

Hearing this, Xie Xie Shuyu's heart skipped a beat.

This price had already broken through her psychological bottom line, filled with an irresistible temptation.

She picked up her coffee, took a light sip, and then continued, "I have felt President Fang's sincerity, but changing a core supplier is not a small matter after all. I still need to discuss it with the company's other investors before I can give you a final answer."

Hearing the three words "investors," Fang Wang Zhiyuan's eyes flickered.

He took the opportunity to ask, "By the way, President Xie, as far as I know, [Weiguang Coffee]'s Series A financing scale is very large and very successful. I wonder if it's convenient to reveal which institution has such a good eye?"

Xie Xie Shuyu pondered for a moment, finally shaking her head with an apologetic smile on her face: "The investor is an independent investor. Because a non-disclosure agreement was signed, it's not convenient to disclose the specific amount and valuation to the public for the time being."

As her voice fell, her eyes remained calm without further explanation. In fact, this 40 million Series A financing, along with Tang Song behind it, had always been her most hidden trump card.

To date, there had been no public promotion.

This was entirely her strategic consideration.

She did not want competitors to understand her capital reserves and expansion rhythm too early.

Moreover, the 40 million in cash flow brought far more than the numbers themselves.

Relying on strong capital and Weiguang Coffee's own excellent cash flow, she had successfully leveraged several times that amount in low-interest credit loans from banks.

This was her true confidence in daring to expand rapidly and open stores densely.

Of course, the foundation of all this came from Tang Song's unconditional trust.

He did not interfere with any of her decisions, nor did he require immediate changes to industrial and commercial information.

If it were any other investment institution, facing her such aggressive, high-leverage expansion plan, they would have likely initiated valuation adjustment mechanisms and regulatory clauses long ago.

And all of this was her most important commercial secret.

She hoped even more that after she had completely established a firm foothold in the Southwest region and fully run through the successful store model, she would then detonate the brand's volume through a concentrated media marketing campaign.

To lay the most perfect foundation for the next Series B financing.

Hearing Xie Xie Shuyu's watertight answer, Fang Wang Zhiyuan pursed his lips.

He looked up, met her eyes, and said earnestly, "President Xie, to be honest, our [Linglian Technology] is also preparing for a new round of financing recently.

We are very optimistic about [Weiguang Coffee]'s future development potential, and we extremely hope to have a deeper binding with such an excellent brand as yours.

So if there is a suitable opportunity in the future, I wonder if President Xie could help introduce this investor of your company?

Being able to introduce a top-tier individual investor with strength and vision like him would not only inject powerful momentum into [Linglian Technology]'s development but also make our cooperation with [Weiguang Coffee] even more intimate.

By then, everyone will be on the same side. Our Linglian will naturally exhaust all resources to go all out and escort [Weiguang Coffee]'s cold chain logistics system nationwide."

Hearing these words, Xie Xie Shuyu's eyes moved instantly.

She finally understood the true intention of the other party's visit this time.

No wonder they would give such huge discounts and support; it turned out they were aiming for the capital behind her.

Thinking about it, [Weiguang Coffee]'s recent series of cost-insensitive expansion moves had already attracted widespread attention in the industry, which would naturally tempt companies like [Linglian Technology] that were seeking capital investment.

Immediately, she realized the tempting possibility behind this proposal.

If Tang Song really invested in [Linglian Technology], then [Weiguang Coffee] would be equivalent to possessing a semi-self-operated cold chain logistics system.

This would completely solve the biggest shortcoming in her heart.

However, this huge temptation was quickly replaced by the calmness of reality.

Regarding this, she actually didn't have much confidence.

Because unlike Weiguang Coffee, [Linglian Technology] required a larger volume of capital, often at the hundred-million level.

The reason Tang Song invested in her in the first place was largely out of the "personal friendship" between the two, not because he truly took a fancy to the chain coffee industry, which was highly competitive.

He had already invested a full 40 million for her.

If she were to be ungrateful and ask him to invest in a hundred-million-scale heavy-asset company for the sake of her supply chain—they weren't even husband and wife yet, and even if they were, such frequent demands would eventually wear down that precious affection.

At the time of parting, Fang Wang Zhiyuan opened his briefcase.

He took out a thick business plan from inside and handed it to her.

"President Xie, this is [Linglian Technology]'s latest BP. If there is a chance, I really hope to let your investor take a look. I firmly believe that our company possesses all the potential to become an industry unicorn; currently, we just lack some key capital support."

Xie Xie Shuyu was silent for a moment, finally taking it and nodding, "Okay, President Fang, if there is a chance, I will help you convey it."

Watching Fang Wang Zhiyuan's expectant back disappear at the entrance.

Xie Xie Shuyu took out her phone, found the contact number for the partner at [Shuxian Supply Chain], and dialed it directly.

She concisely and clearly arranged the visit and meeting for the afternoon.

In any case, the cooperation with [Shuxian] must be terminated immediately.

Compared to it, this [Linglian Technology] was far better in both professionalism and sincerity.

And they both belonged to the Southwest region.

Biting her lip, Xie Xie Shuyu took out her phone, clicked on Tang Song's WeChat, and left a message: "Have you decided when you're coming to Rongcheng?"

After a while.

"Buzz buzz buzz—"

[Tang Song: "I'm busy right now, I'll call you later to talk."]

Xie Xie Shuyu simply replied with an "Okay," then put down her phone and let out a long breath.

Let's leave it at that for now; having him come to Rongcheng this time was mainly to cultivate their relationship.

As for the investment, she could only find an opportunity to probe again later.

She and Tang Song didn't have much contact time to begin with, and asking for money for someone else as soon as they met felt strange.

Two o'clock in the afternoon.

Lanfeng International High-end Apartment, Room 2002.

In the bedroom, the heavy curtains were drawn tightly.

Completely isolating the bright afternoon sun outside.

The air was warm.

On the large bed in the master bedroom.

Lin Lin Muxue slowly opened her eyes.

She glanced at Xiao Jing, who was still clinging to her, and pushed her aside with annoyance.

However, she couldn't muster much strength.

"Unh-huh."

Xiao Jing lazily opened her misty eyes and murmured subconsciously: "World map..."

There was a strange tone in her voice.

Lin Lin Muxue exclaimed in fright, shivering violently.

She pushed Xiao Jing away with force.

Immediately after, with a "thud."

She rolled off the bed and landed heavily on the soft, long-pile carpet.

Her face was red and burning; she wished she could find a hole to crawl into immediately.

(DAC)

Damn it!

The secret she had hidden for so long had actually been found out by Xiao Jing just like that.

The main reason was that this yandere was truly too perverted!

Completely different from the simple and kind beautician, Xiao Jing had too many tricks up her sleeve.

Don't dare to think! Don't dare to think!

Lin Lin Muxue covered her burning face, crawled up using her hands and feet, and ran toward the bathroom.

The warm water submerged her.

She took a bath earnestly.

She dried herself off and changed into a clean silk nightgown.

Just as she walked out of the walk-in closet.

"Ah!" Lin Lin Muxue let out a low cry, almost landing on her butt.

Xiao Jing, who was hiding behind the door, immediately giggled and pounced on her.

"Little Xue, finished your bath? From now on, we—"

"You!" Lin Lin Muxue hurriedly pushed her away. "Hurry up and take a bath! You're so dirty!"

After saying that, Lin Lin Muxue rushed back to the bedroom quickly.

Behind her followed Xiao Jing's crisp laughter.

Back on the bed in the bedroom.

Lin Lin Muxue sat there, still unable to suppress the memories of the scenes from before.

Deep down, she didn't actually have much aversion; instead, there was some faint anticipation.

She shook her head hard, forcibly pulling back those increasingly dangerous wandering thoughts.

Just at this moment.

A steady sound of footsteps rang out.

Lin Lin Muxue raised her head and saw the man walking toward her.

She shivered subconsciously, feeling some fear.

Tang Song came to her side, gently wrapped his arms around her waist, and kissed her on the cheek.

"How do you feel?"

"Good—much better." Lin Lin Muxue licked her somewhat dry lips.

Her gaze uncontrollably fell on the belt around his waist.

She couldn't help but curse silently: Damn perverted Xiao Jing! You've corrupted me!

Noticing her gaze, Tang Song chuckled and pulled her onto his lap.

"What? Still want to play games?"

This basketball game finally allowed him to verify the special effects of [Tang Song's Belt].

This prop obtained during the [Control Annie] mission was indeed not just for decoration.

It could also urge fake socialites to draw maps.

"No!"

Lin Lin Muxue shook her head hurriedly, a deep blush spreading across her face.

Tang Song reached in, leaned close to her ear, and whispered, "Little Xue, I have a mission to hand over to you next."

Lin Lin Muxue bit her lip, her body trembling slightly. "Tell me..."

"Next, after I return from Rongcheng, I'm going to France to inspect the Tang Jin Manor. You will be in full charge of coordinating this cross-border business trip and a series of related matters."

Lin Lin Muxue's cultivation mission [2 Assistant Practice] was just one step away from completion.

As long as it was completed, she could unlock the third mission.

Now that she had returned from London and had experienced a cross-border business trip, she possessed the ability to complete the mission.

Moreover, the mission rewards included a [Prop Gift Pack] and [Stamina +2], which he was very much looking forward to.

"Okay—okay, I will complete it earnestly."

"Also." Tang Song adjusted his posture and continued, "Help me contact the Handing Group to buy a residence at [Yunding Mansion]. The owner's name is Gao Gao Mengting; you can contact her later."

"Gao Gao Mengting... Yunding Mansion..." Lin Lin Muxue murmured, feeling sour in her heart instantly.

Yunding Mansion was the hottest real estate project in Yancheng recently, filled with fourth-generation residential types. The first phase was all large flat-floor apartments, targeting high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs in the province.

And Gao Gao Mengting, she naturally knew her too.

To be precise, the first woman of Tang Song's she knew was this Vice President of Songmei Fashion.

Back then, they both worked at Yunxi Building and met quite often.

Tang Song giving away a luxury mansion so generously inevitably made her feel some envy and jealousy.

"What?" Tang Song's voice came. "Not happy?"

"No, no." Lin Lin Muxue shook her head hurriedly. "I will handle it immediately and get it done as soon as possible—ah!"

Tang Song withdrew his mischievous hand, looked at her panicked eyes, and suddenly said, "You can also pick a property, and I'll give it to you."

"Ah?" Lin Lin Muxue raised her head abruptly, looking at him in disbelief. "I can too?"

Tang Song breathed in the rich fragrance on her body and nodded. "Of course, and there's no limit to the city; you can choose whatever you want."

He knew Little Xue's thoughts.

The reason he didn't give her valuable assets directly before was that he was afraid this fake socialite would get too carried away, her desires would expand, and she would do something wrong.

But now, Little Xue's performance could be said to be...

Not only did she rarely show off wealth online, but she also handled things earnestly and studied very hard.

It could be said that a fundamental change had occurred. "!!!"

Hearing Tang Song's words, Lin Lin Muxue felt the blood in her whole body being ignited.

Her emotions ran high, and her eyes became moist.

No limit to the city meant that even if she chose Modou, Xiangjiang, Shencheng, or even London, it was all fine.

For her, money was always the most direct aphrodisiac.

She exclaimed and pounced on Tang Song like an octopus, hugging him.

Just at this moment.

The sound of "tap-tap-tap" footsteps rang out from behind.

Xiao Jing, wrapped in a pure white bath towel, walked out.

"Brother Tang Song, Sister Little Xue, what fun game are you playing? Take me with you, okay?"

(OO)

The scene instantly became chaotic.

Tang Song's breathing became rapid and heavy. Who knew when.

A crisp system notification sound suddenly rang in his ear:

"Ding! Character interaction mission [Visit and Consolation] has taken effect."

"Ding! Unlocked partial communication authority for [Precision Queen - Chairman Ouyang Chairman Ouyang Xianyue]."

"!" The system light curtain automatically unfolded before his eyes.

In the center of the [Character Center] interface, an SSR card emitting an orange halo was shining brightly.

Looking at that familiar yet slightly strange character art image, Tang Song's heart surged instantly.

Finally unlocked.

It made sense; today was already the 28th, and there were less than two days left until his appointment with her in Rongcheng at the end of the month.

It was impossible to wait until the day of to unlock it; after all, there were many things that needed to be communicated in advance.

Regarding Chairman Ouyang Chairman Ouyang Xianyue, his impression was extremely deep.

Not only because of her noble background and elegant temperament, but also because of her special role in the "Male God Growth Plan" game.

Recruiting Chairman Ouyang Chairman Ouyang Xianyue was, in itself, to obtain protection.

Her name meant family, power, capital, and political networks.

It meant a true "backer."

The resources she brought and the massive industrial empire of [Tang Yi Precision] were the foundation for his foothold in the country.

It could be said that the reason enterprises like [Smile Holdings], [Tang Zong Entertainment], and [Deju Deju Renhe] could be so smooth-sailing was all due to her influence behind the scenes.

Even excluding these.

He also had extremely deep feelings for this character he had poured countless efforts into in the game.

Of course, deep down, there was inevitably some hesitation.

Mainly because...

Chairman Ouyang Chairman Ouyang Xianyue was ten years older than him, and coupled with her unique status as a noble lady, she could already be considered "elder" level.

How to get along with her in reality was the first difficult point he had to face.