Chapter 1
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It's no exaggeration to say that the name "Li Zeyan" has run through my entire high school era. Â This "evil fate" probably starts with a 31-point Chinese test paper.
I'm Gao Qishan, only 17 years old at that time, but there are so many things that usually interest me. Games, animations, and football are nothing compared than reading a book in a room. But hey, it's a pity that my dad doesn't think so.
"I only scored 31 points in the Chinese test, and I'm still here with a hippie smile!" In the study, the old man blew his beard, looking disappointed, "How can my son be so useless!"
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"Your son is very capable. I was the MVP of the basketball game last night!"
"Your PPP is useless! You are in the second year of high school, not the second grade of elementary school! You have a 31-point score and you have a face to play basketball? You don't have any shame or a competitive spirit. Do you not want to go to college anymore?!" Â .
I was about to reply impatiently, the old man took out a magazine from somewhere, poked his hand at the cover and yelled at me: "Look at the person. He founded the company at the age of 20. In just two years, he has been on the "Business Rising Stars" cover interview! Look at yourself again, someone who is almost 17 years old and does not have the realization of it, do you want to be in the worst generation in the future, ah?!"
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I'm not happy to hear this:
"What's so great about starting a company? Your son, I will start a company in minutes!â
"I'm almost out of school, and I started my own company? Oh, I'm going to be better!" The old man raised his head, and the thick magazine almost hit my handsome face. Â "Learn from others, and don't give me daydreaming here!"
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I grabbed this "Business Rising Stars" with enthusiasm. A decent young man in a suit was looking ahead through the photo. On the cover was a striking headline: "Li Zeyan, an astounding leader in Lianyu City.â
"This title is exaggerated!" Even if I was taught by Lao Gao, I was inexplicably better compared with this Li Zeyan, and I just threw the magazine under the sofa.
Who wants to learn from him? Just looking at it is a tarnish to my ability!
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But somehow, at night I tossed and turned and I couldn't fall asleep! The more I closed my eyes, the more uncomfortable I was, what did Li Zeyan do. When I turned over for the 100th time, I suddenly sat up. It was a task by old Gao to read the magazine anyway, so I decided to retrieve the magazine and just take a look.
After sneaking into the study room, it took me a long time to find the magazine in the innermost part of the sofa.
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"... Although Li Zeyan is only 22 years old, he is already the president of Huarui, an emerging medium-sized company in Lianyu City. Â Starting from scratch, he started from a small office to now has hundreds of people. Every step he walks is particularly solid and decisive. Li Zeyanâs way of business is beyond ordinary. He is like a lion, born with a King's aura."
All these compliments just for this, isn't it just descriptions of someone starting their own company?
I just haven't paid much attention to reading. Â Just relying on my ingenuity, and getting a high score on the tests, it is absolutely nothing when it comes to starting a company.
Hmph, just you wait.
Chapter 2
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The university in City A is not only one of the top five in the province, but also the top five in the country. It is a university that I, Gao Qishan was admitted to dignifiedly!
How about that, I said I'm absolutely fine.
In a blink of an eye, the freshman year has passed. In the past two years, I have also paid a little attention to Huarui. The development has been okay, it has not closed down, and the scale has doubled. Â It's just normal development. Is it worth the old Gao's praise from time to time? Â Every time he flipped through a financial magazine and sighed, "You are so young, so good", it sounds a bit too much.
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As the saying goes, "Seeing is believing", I think this sentence is right. Â Taking advantage of the summer vacation, I decided to apply for Huarui's summer internship to see in person how the company is, just not to waste my talents and financial knowledge.
Soon I entered the building, but how can the interviewer in the middle feel a bit familiar, the more I look at it, the more I recognize...
Wait, isn't it exactly Li Zeyan?!
What's happening, is Huarui going bankrupt? Why is the president personally do the interviewing for the summer interns?
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"Manager Chen has something to do, I happen to be free." Probably my shock expression was too obvious. Li Zeyan flipped through the information at hand and looked up at me blankly. Â "Gao Qishan? First, briefly introduce yourself."
I don't know what's going on. I was so startled by Li Zeyan that I couldn't help but straighten up. Â After swallowing my throat, I mobilized all my attention, took a deep breath and said, "Hello, my name is Gao Qishan, and I am a freshman in the Department of Economics and Management of the University of City A..."
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After introducing himself, Li Zeyan asked a few more related professional questions. This kind of small question is nothing to me. It seems that Huaruiâs interview is nothing more than that. He occasionally knocked his fingers on the table subconsciously, and asked with a deep gaze: "Why do you want to come to Huarui for an internship?"
The continuous response made me more and more relaxed. I changed my sitting position and quickly thought about how to deal with this new question.
Judging from previous information, Li Zeyan is a person who likes to win at everything. He should appreciate the kind of answers that seem extraordinarily confident, right?
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After carefully thinking about this, I straightened my back and raised my chin and said: Although Huarui is quite a new company, it has grown at an amazing speed, and the achievements it has made so far are obvious to all in the industry. Â And although I am a freshman student, I think I have a very strong learning ability. In this regard, I have a lot of similarities with Huarui. Therefore, I think Huarui is very suitable for me and will definitely make me grow faster. Of course, I can definitely give back the same freshness and vitality for Huarui.
With a confident smile, I finished my speech and waited quietly for Li Zeyan's nod.
But to my surprise, a few seconds later I was greeted by a frown from Li Zeyan.
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"It seems that you have confidence in yourself. To be a man and to do things really requires self-confidence, but everything must be controlled." Li Zeyan stared at me and said in a hurry, "Only by maintaining reflection and introspection can we truly make progress."
I understood his words, and my face flushed.
A few days later, I really received a notice from HR (Human Resources) and I didn't get hired.
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Although I had a foreseeable result from Li Zeyan's remarks, when I really received a reply and recalled the interview scene, I was still very angry.
After my sophomore year, I went back to the final exams and tried to fight for the first place. I'll make sure that my ambitions are not just mere words.
I have written down the "new hatred and old hatred" on my notes. I will definitely use the shortest time to create my own territory, leaving Huarui far behind!
Chapter 3
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Today is the first day of my "Yuanshan Group" moving to a new building. Â Morning light came in from the spacious floor-to-ceiling windows, and I stood by the desk, proudly holding on to the brand-new office chair.
In the next semester of the junior year, I used the dividends I participated in the project as the start-up capital, and I didn't need a penny higher than the old one, so my "distant mountain" just rose from the ground. Â Isnât it just 20-year-old to start a company from scratch? What's the difficulty? Â When I founded Yuanshan, I was exactly 21, and the rounding is almost the same as Li Zeyan. Â Because of this, my old man, Lao Gao stopped training me long ago, and I guess he must have praised me secretly.
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In just a few years, Yuanshan has grown from a small company of eight people to a scale that now occupies a seven-story high-end office building, and the suffix has also changed from "company" to the word "group". Â To be honest, my founder is very satisfied with Yuanshan's growth. Â Although there is still a certain distance from Huarui, after all, they are also developing along the way, but it doesn't matter, I am still young, and sooner or later I can catch up.
It didn't take long before the opportunity to "catch up" came.
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I was originally interested in the land to the north of Lianyu City. When I heard that Huarui was also planning to bid on that land, I became more interested. Â The Lianyu Municipal Government intends to develop the somewhat hindered northern side. At present, construction has begun to build a crossing bridge and a shopping mall, and this piece of land is nearby.
"It is more than enough to build a six-star resort with 18,000 square meters and the supporting facilities can be added. Maybe Huarui made the same idea." I have paid attention to the recent developments of Huarui and have invested in four resort hotels one after another.
The senior management of the company also agreed that the land is worthwhile, and if it can be won within the highest valuation of 89 million yuan, it should make a profit without losing it.
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A month later, I came to the auction site with confidence. Â Sitting in front of me at ten o'clock is Li Zeyan, the president of Huarui in a suit and leather shoes.
After a few years of absence, I can finally compete with him.
On the stage, the auctioneer gave an impassioned introduction to the land, and then said in a melodious tone: "The starting price is 35 million, and the auction will begin now!"
As soon as the voice fell, several companies immediately raised their signs. But my opponent is Huarui. It is still early, so I have to wait for Huarui to make a move.
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When the bidding became increasingly fierce, Li Zeyan finally raised his placard for the first time: "60 million."
The opponent finally appeared, and I immediately raised the number plate: "61 million."
As if he was just encountering an ordinary bidder, Li Zeyan never answered with words, but raised his placard again: "70 million."
I continued to chase: "71 million!"
Side to the front, Li Zeyan seemed to raise his eyebrows slightly. After a few seconds, he raised the number plate again, and said: "80 million."
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"81 million!"
As if finally realizing my bite, Li Zeyan glanced at me slightly sideways, then he raised the number plate, the noise was low and clear: "90 million."
This figure has already exceeded the company's highest valuation, and the assistant quietly tugged on my sleeve, beckoning me to forget it. But if I really give up on this, I still feel no sigh of relief in my heart.
The auctioneer has already shouted in front: "90 million twice."
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"100 million!"
My voice came out, at the last moment. Of course, Li Zeyan finally gave me a straight look.
I watched his hand nervously, and saw that the number plate was never raised again, and the auctioneer had already shouted excitedly: "One hundred million! Yuanshan Group has come out of one hundred million! One hundred million once! Three hundred million!, make a deal!"
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Finally got it! Â Such a valuable piece of land I believe it will be a great help to Yuanshan, and itâs just around the corner to get rid of Huarui.
I didn't even consider the cost of 100 million yuan. I just felt that my body was comfortable and exuberant, and the bright prospects were beckoning me.
When Li Zeyan passed by me, my triumphant pride couldn't stop.
"Thanks to Mr. Li for the bidding this time."
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Li Zeyan put his suit jacket on one hand, and passed by me. I thought he would argue with me back, but Li Zeyan just raised his eyebrows uninterested, and then strode away without looking back.
Okay, as the winner of the auction, I allow the loser to occasionally gaffe.
Just when I was gearing up to do a big job, the Finance Department urgently sent a bad report. Due to my "passionate bidding", Yuanshan's capital chain suddenly had a problem.
Chapter 4
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I urgently convened a high-level meeting, and after several discussions, the best solution at present turned out to be to invest in Huarui!
Personally speaking, I have a hundred reluctances in my heart. Â Not long before the auction, I took the initiative to bow to Hua Rui. Didn't that slap me in the face severely.
However, the cruel reality lies in front of us. Yuanshan is not only my own person, but also the collective effort of hundreds of employees. Â To let Yuanshan survive this crisis steadily, I can only and must "take the initiative to surrender" to Huarui.
Forget it, "vote" just "vote"! Â Although it was a mistake in my decision-making this time, Yuanshan's development prospects are so good that Li Zeyan should never not invest as long as his eyes are correct.
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However, the negotiation process is still more difficult than I expected. It is not that Huarui has no intention to invest, but almost all the conditions listed are on the lowest line of the distant mountains.
"If I remember correctly, the creditworthiness of Huarui's previous investment in the gaze lock company is not very high." I fought hard against the low pressure, and Yuanshan's creditworthiness has always been in the top four in the industry. "...with Yuanshan's creditworthiness Huarui's right to speak will definitely be improved. I think Mr. Li can think about it again."
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"Do you think you are still eligible to negotiate terms with me?" Li Zeyan straightened his mouth, exuding deterrence, "...Huarui Investment in Yuanshan is not for charity, and has no obligation to pay for your suicidal behavior."
He raised his hand and glanced at his watch, with a hint of impatience on his face: "Think carefully about it yourself."
The long negotiation was finally over. Although Yuanshan and Huarui finally reached a cooperation intention, the whole process failed me. I thought I was about to be on the same line of competition with Li Zeyan, but I was beaten back to the former "interviewer" again.
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By the area downstairs in Huarui, I was smoking a stuffy cigarette, and suddenly there was a faint sound of footsteps behind me. It turned out to be Li Zeyan. Although he was still expressionless, the murderous aura and arrogance from the negotiations seemed to have diminished.
Li Zeyan steadily walked to my side: "Gao Qishan, I remember you once came to interview for a summer internship." I didn't expect Li Zeyan to take the initiative to speak. I was surprised. He said: "Several years have passed, and it seems that self-confidence is increasing."
If it wasn't for my lose, I stood up slightly: âAlthough I made a mistake this time, as far as the strength of Yuanshan is concerned, I have the capital to be confident."
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"Yuanshan's strength is indeed pretty good, but don't rush to eat the cakes that you can't eat for the time being. Being high is far from a long-term plan for enterprise development." Li Zeyan said lightly, and took out a card from his pocket and handed it to me, "There will be a practical business forum in Lianyu City next week. You can come and listen when you have time."
A practical business forum? What do you mean, is he mocking me for being too pragmatic?
The inexplicable enthusiasm and self-esteem suddenly appeared, and I blurted out: "Mr. Li, even if Yuanshan is really not as good as Huarui now, there is no need to humiliate people like this, right?"
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Li Zeyan frowned: "What are you talking about?" He paused, his eyes sinking, "I thought you would be an opponent you could look forward to, but I didn't expect the vision to be just like that."
Without additional explanation, Li Zeyan turned and walked away after speaking.
I was stunned, looking at Li Zeyan's steadily leaving behind, I couldn't help but relive the conversation just now in my mind.
Could it be that Li Zeyan meant that because he regarded me as a potential opponent and hoped that this opponent could become stronger and more competitive, did he propose to let me participate in the business forum?
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That's right, it seems that only such an explanation can make sense!
Thinking of this, I couldn't help blowing a whistle. After all, it was an "imaginary enemy" and pursuit of goals since the age of 17, which can be affirmed and recognized by Li Zeyan. It is simply an easter egg that comes with the negotiation, and it is worthy of the old man to praise me ten times.
I was being silly and happy. Suddenly my fingers hurt, I have forgotten about my cigarette that was about to burn my fingers!
Chapter 5
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With Huarui's capital injection, Yuanshan passed the crisis steadily. After more than half a year, the foundation of the resort has gradually taken shape.
Just when everything seemed to be going in a good direction, early this morning, the news of "the crash of the president of Huarui" directly bombed all major platforms. Â Reminiscent of the so-called "homicide list" that was suddenly leaked on the internet a few days ago, I inexplicably feel that these two things may have some connection.
Who on earth wants Huarui to sink in the water?
Wait a minute, which company announced the list. Could it be that their person in charge is secretly playing tricks?
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Before I could find anything out of my investigation, within a few days, the news of "Which company claims that Huarui has maliciously acquired a large number of pharmaceutical companies" once again detonated all platforms!
"Deliberately monopolizing the pharmaceutical market will inevitably cause the price of medicines to rise, which is obvious."
"Just for profit, this behavior is very bad!"
"Even Huarui's own workers and can't stand it, which shows how terrible Li Zeyan's actions are!"
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Opinions on the Internet are divergent, and public grievances are boiling, and they all accuse Huarui.
But I donât believe it.
Although I have only met Li Zeyan several times in person, for so many years, because I have always regarded him as an opponent and target, I have studied Huarui and Li Zeyanâs behavior more than anyone else. The nonsense on the Internet, I don't believe a word!
I browsed the web quickly, staring at the almost identical title and searched viciously.
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"Huaruiâs reputation plummeted, Li Zeyan fell into a situation where everyone was clamoring and angry, and the heads of the company was clearly cut off from him."
In the video, the host's voice kept ringing into my ears. All the signs made me firmer in my previous thoughts: It must be looking at which company is crossing the river to demolish the bridge!
I immediately called the assistant to the inside line: "How much do you hire me for a large number of naval forces? How many can you hire? How many! That's right, I have to spare no effort to clarify for Huarui, and by the way, I will focus on the company. Going right now!"
I know that this "bad strategy" and only a small help but I haven't beaten Li Zeyan righteously, how could Huarui have an accident in such a situation! What I want is not the taste of winning without a fight.
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Probably because of anger, I couldn't help but send a message to Li Zeyan: The outside world said that Huarui's energy is exhausted. You will not be reduced to the point where you still need to borrow money from me, right?"
This message was sent, and I did not expect Li Zeyan to reply to me.
However, when it was almost midnight, I suddenly received an email from Huarui.
âHuarui has always been a responsible company, and will do what it says without fear of any storms. Now everything is running normally, you don't need to worry about it.â
Signer: Li Zeyan.
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Looking at this email, I couldn't help but smile in the middle of the night.
Also, Huarui has always been fighting steadily, and Li Zeyan has never fought unprepared battles. Maybe he is playing a big move. Otherwise, how can I say that he is my respectable and close opponent!
As for my secret match with Li Zeyan.
Give me another three or four years to see who wins and who loses.