That day, the lights in An Chengye's office were still on until midnight.
When Jiang Xingye came to his office, he was resting his head with his hands, admiring the scenery outside the window.
"Do you still have the leisure to enjoy the scenery?" Jiang Xingye walked in, sat opposite his desk and teased.
Hearing the noise, An Chengye turned around.
"There's no point in being anxious. You should have expected that these three old foxes would perform this 'torture trick' sooner or later. Even if what happened during the day hadn't happened, they are still a time bomb after all."
"So, you want to take advantage of the situation and ask them to withdraw their investment?"
"Well, not only do I want them to withdraw their investment, I also hope that they will never have the opportunity to interfere in the project again."
"It's very risky to do this. Once they withdraw their capital, they won't be able to find new investment in a short period of time, and their cash flow will be cut off!"
Although the two brothers have lived together since they were ten years old, An Chengye has the confidence and determination that Jiang Xingye lacks. Jiang Xingye must plan every step very clearly before he dares to take action. However, in the Internet industry, this cautious character is not popular and often loses opportunities.
"If I can't find a new investor in a short period of time, I still have a last resort." An Chengye stared at the person opposite him and said thoughtfully, "Help me calculate the assets under my name. If I have to, selling off my properties can help me survive for a while."
"Are you crazy?" Jiang Xingye suddenly got a little excited. "You worked so hard to build this business. Even if you lose the company, you will have enough to eat and wear for the rest of your life. If you sell it, you will lose your way out!"
"Don't worry, help me sort it out, it's just a backup." The wind blew across An Chengye's handsome face, and his jade-like eyes seemed to be sparkling at this moment. He didn't look worried at all.
"You are doing this for Mai Xiaoshu, right? Are you willing to take such a risk so that she won't be prosecuted?" Jiang Xingye seemed unable to believe it.
"What nonsense!" An Chengye concealed his expression and explained, "It's not because of her. I just can't stand those three 'old foxes' for a long time."
Jiang Xingye pondered for a moment and said, "It's good that it's not..."
"What do you mean by asking this?" An Chengye asked puzzledly.
"It's nothing, I just think you two are not a good match." Jiang Xingye stood up with a smile.
"..." Seeing An Chengye's noncommittal expression, Jiang Xingye didn't say what he wanted to say in the end: because he also liked Mai Xiaoshu, he didn't want his good brother to like the same girl as him.
Three days later, An Chengye went to the hospital and brought the contract stating the terms of the exchange to the three directors. They were very satisfied with the contract and were so happy about the 50 million they earned for free.
On the way back from the hospital, Jiang Xingye was anxious when he thought of the directors' faces when their evil plan succeeded. However, he saw that An Chengye looked normal, so he had to restrain his anxious expression and asked Jian Jun to find the business cards of the presidents of major companies behind his back.
On that day, Mai Xiaoshu had just rushed to the laboratory from school when Jiang Xingye called him in. Seeing the table full of business cards, he glanced at Jian Jun who was sitting inside and asked curiously, "What is this?"
"Do you want to help Cheng Ye?" Jiang Xingye's face was solemn and he answered the question irrelevantly.
Mai Xiaoshu didn't understand and just nodded.
After she gave a positive answer, Jiang Xingye explained, "These were received by Jian Jun on behalf of Cheng Ye, who doesn't like socializing, in social occasions. The people on the business cards are all well-known big shots, and they were all very interested in investing in Shiku Technology. At that time, the company was not short of money, but they were all rejected by An Chengye. Now the company is in trouble..."
"Do you want to help An Chengye contact them and get investment?" Mai Xiaoshu quickly understood what Jiang Xingye meant.
"Yes! I hope you can help me, and Jian Jun. The three of us will call them separately to make an appointment, and then meet up to discuss investment matters."
To Jiang Xingye's surprise, Mai Xiaoshu nodded and agreed without even thinking.
The three of them acted decisively, and soon each of them picked up a phone and got to work.
"Uncle Li, I'm Jiang Xingye. Do you have time recently? I'd like to invite you to dinner."
"Xiao Jiang, I'm in a meeting, what's up?"
"I want to talk to you about our new project..."
"Xiao Jiang, we can have dinner, but I don't want to get involved with that animal project. Rumors have been rife in the industry that An Chengye invested all his fortune in a little girl who came from nowhere, but we don't think highly of that project. Sorry, I'm busy. I'll hang up now."
"Hey, uncle..."
On the first call, the other party hung up before Jiang Xingye could finish his words. His face darkened and he loosened the tie around his neck with his hands.
The situation faced by Jian Jun and Mai Xiaoshu was not much better.
"Hello, I am Shiku Technology..."
As soon as Mai Xiaoshu opened his mouth, the person on the other end hung up the phone.
Soon, two hours passed and only half of the business cards were left on the table. The three people encountered similar situations. Either the other party's phone was turned off, or they made an excuse to hang up after hearing that it was someone from Shiku Technology.
"These people were eager to join our company's projects before, but now they have turned their backs on us after we have encountered a little trouble. Some of them even said that they are no longer optimistic about the prospects of Shiku Technology. They change their minds faster than turning the pages of a book..."
Jian Jun complained with a sad face. Hearing his words, Mai Xiaoshu looked a little gloomy and carefully comforted him: "If you are tired, I will contact the rest. After all, this matter started because of me."
"I'm not blaming you..." Jian Jun thought his words had hurt her and hurriedly explained.
"Let's all take a break, Xiao Shu. We are a team. Don't take all the responsibility on one person." Jiang Xingye looked at her sincerely and comforted her.
After experiencing a morning of setbacks, the three people in the office fell into confusion one after another.
They looked up at the office opposite in tacit understanding. Through the glass, they could see An Chengye lying on a black leather sofa, looking up at the ceiling, wondering what he was thinking about.
They didn't expect that the turning point would happen in the afternoon.
At tea time, Mai Xiaoshu saw that the morale of the people in the office was low due to the recent turmoil in the company, so he went downstairs to buy some delicious desserts and coffee to reward everyone.
She was sweating profusely when she came out of the elevator carrying the dessert.
An Chengye, who was about to go downstairs to relax because he was in a daze, happened to pass by the elevator entrance and ran into Mai Xiaoshu who came in with a lot of bags and was sweating profusely.
As An Chengye took the bag from her, he muttered, "The company hasn't closed down yet, and you're using your work time to go out shopping?"
Mai Xiaoshu knew he was joking, raised the cup of coffee in his hand and smiled: "Yes, I spent all your salary on shopping, and there was a little left, I used it all to buy afternoon tea for you to reward everyone, isn't it thoughtful."
"Afternoon tea?" An Chengye picked up the items in his hand and saw that the bags were full of desserts. He was shocked and said, "Don't you use the food delivery app I developed? Why do you go there in person to buy these?"
"Oh, by the way, I forgot that it is very convenient to order food using the APP now! I usually bring my own food to save money, and I didn't think of it for the moment." Mai Xiaoshu stuck out his tongue in embarrassment.
She was so unfamiliar with the company's products. You know, that software has become popular among the whole people. She really doesn't care about herself! Thinking of this, An Chengye couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.
"excuse me."
Just then, a deep voice came from behind them.
The two turned around and saw a man in his 60s, dressed in a suit and carrying a metal box containing something unknown, walking towards them.
"Who are you?" Mai Xiaoshu asked doubtfully.
"I'm here to see this gentleman." The old man smiled and looked at An Chengye solemnly, "Mr. An Chengye, you may not remember me, but I have good news for you. Would you like to take ten minutes to talk to me?"
An Chengye stared at the old man in front of him. He really didn't recognize him, but the man's elegant dress and decent conversation did not disgust An Chengye, so he nodded and said to the man, "Please come in."
In the office, the man calmly explained his purpose: "My name is Shi Hang, and I'm here to invest in your company!"
"Invest in our company?" An Chengye and Jiang Xingye, who were sitting opposite him, were stunned.
"Are you sure? Are you investing without even understanding the situation of our company?" An Chengye asked.
"I was entrusted by an old friend. You don't need to know. Here is the deposit." As he said that, Shi Hang opened the box he brought, turned it over, and moved a whole box of cash in front of An Chengye.
There is at least one million in the box, which is enough to show the sincerity of the visitor.
Jiang Xingye was secretly happy, but An Chengye was the exact opposite and was full of doubts.
"Huh." An Chengye blinked and unexpectedly did not accept it. "I do need money to maintain the project, but why do you think I would accept money from unknown sources?"
Mai Xiaoshu, who was hiding at the door and eavesdropping, complained anxiously when he heard An Chengye reject the other party's investment: "It's such a time, why is he still being picky?"
"The boss's concerns are correct. There are many shell companies out there that are laundering money under the guise of investment." Jian Jun, who was standing behind her and trying to understand the situation inside the house, explained.
"Right……"
Suddenly I remembered that Jian Jun is a top student majoring in both finance and law. With his solid professional knowledge, this analysis seems reasonable.
However, since Jian Jun has a financial background, it is natural for him to quickly distinguish between benefits and disadvantages. Mai Xiaoshu can't help but look at him with admiration.
"My money is clean. If you don't believe it, you can send someone to check." Shi Hang's voice came again.
"Who do you mean by old friend?" In addition to the source of the money, An Chengye was more concerned about the real driving force behind this matter. If Shi Hang really wanted to help him, then who would have entrusted him?
"Well..." When talking about the person he entrusted, Shi Hang became hesitant, "He doesn't want to reveal his identity, and I have already made my intention clear today. I don't intend to take back the money on the table. If you don't mind the trouble, you can investigate the source of the money. This is my business card. Give me a reply when you have made up your mind."
After saying that, Shi Hang stood up and left. When he opened the door, he saw a boy and a girl squatting at the door, staring at him in amazement.
"What are you doing?"
"I... let's bring in some snacks..." Seeing that Shi Hang and An Chengye who was following behind him were unhappy, Mai Xiaoshu and Jian Jun who also looked confused looked at each other. It took them a long time to come up with an excuse and explained awkwardly.
"Where are the snacks?" Shi Hang didn't get angry and ask, but An Chengye asked angrily when he saw Mai Xiaoshu and Jian Jun being so close together, "Why are your hands empty?"
“This…” Her fair face suddenly turned red.
Jian Jun standing by was also very embarrassed because An Chengye looked at him as if he wanted to eat him.
"I... I'll get it right away." Mai Xiaoshu didn't know what to say, and suddenly said something nonsensical, then turned around and ran away.
Only Jiang Xingye realized the real reason why An Chengye was angry. He looked at them calmly without saying a word.
After sending Shi Hang away, An Chengye asked Jian Jun to investigate his background. Jian Jun was very efficient and sent the collected information to An Chengye the next day.
"It turns out that Shi Hang is a Chinese-American entrepreneur. He is not well-known in China because of his low-key style, but in the Chinese community in the United States, the mahogany furniture made by his company is very popular."
"You run a mahogany furniture business? Why do you suddenly want to invest in an Internet company?" An Chengye looked at the documents in his hand while listening to Jian Jun's description.
"Many successful people have their own investment preferences." Jiang Xingye expressed his understanding. "Yesterday when we were communicating, he also suggested that he didn't need management rights, but only needed dividends at the end of the year, which means that we have a lot of freedom in operating the project. Except that he refused to disclose who entrusted him, the money seemed to be fine."
What Jiang Xingye said makes sense.
An Chengye looked at him solemnly and nodded in tacit understanding: "Then it's decided."