newbobooks Chapter 834 Everyone says I'm sincere
Chapter 834 Everyone says I'm sincere
Judging from the man's age, Chen Xiao knew he was clearly not Zhang Ziqian's classmate.
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Zhang Ziqian thought for a moment, "It seems to be a colleague from my internship!"
"Zhang Ziqian, what a coincidence! And this is your boyfriend?" The man walked closer, and when he looked at Chen Xiao, a hint of jealousy flashed in his eyes!
Before Zhang Ziqian could answer, Chen Xiao replied, "Hello, I'm Ziqian's boyfriend!"
This wasn't exactly impersonation; the two of them had known each other for a long time, and they had done everything except for the final step!
The man extended his hand to shake hands with Chen Xiao in a gentlemanly manner: "Wu Pei, you've been working in investment banking all along!!" His words were full of confidence.
Pshaw! He's been working in investment banking all his life? Normally, they'd introduce which investment bank he works for, especially since Wu Pei looks so arrogant, they'd definitely show off a bit!
"Chen Xiao, start your own small business!"
Wu Peilang laughed: "Perhaps we'll have the opportunity to collaborate again in the future."
Chen Xiao racked his brains but still couldn't figure out what kind of collaboration he could have with him. Wu Pei smiled and asked, "Sit down and let's talk?"
Zhang Ziqian frowned: "President Wu, you must have other things to do. Don't delay your important business!"
Wu Pei looked at Zhang Ziqian, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes: "It's nothing, just a small business owner with annual revenue of a few hundred million. He just wants me to do him a favor!"
If this were said to someone else, it would sound a bit pretentious. But to Chen Xiao and Zhang Ziqian, it didn't feel out of place at all. A few hundred million? Isn't that just being a small business owner?
However, it's clear that Wu Pei is doing quite well now.
As the saying goes, you can't hit a smiling face. This person was very friendly, and they were acquaintances. Chen Xiao couldn't just tell them to get lost, and since there wasn't anything else to do, he moved further inside and sat opposite Zhang Ziqian, leaving his seat outside for Wu Pei!
Zhang Ziqian poured a cup of tea and handed it to him: "President Wu—"
Then he introduced to Chen Xiao: "When I was in school, I interned at a state-owned fund in Jiangzhou for a period of time. Mr. Wu was our investment manager at that time!"
"Ziqian, after you left, I also resigned!"
Hearing him call her Ziqian made Zhang Ziqian feel a little uncomfortable. But it wasn't strange between colleagues, so she held back!
Chen Xiao and Zhang Ziqian weren't interested in his past, but Wu Pei launched into a long, detailed self-introduction. "After leaving here, I went to Bedford."
Bed?
This name is certainly familiar to both Chen Xiao and Zhang Ziqian.
A global asset management company controlling nearly $10 trillion in assets—an absolute behemoth! In a sense, this is also Junxiao Capital's biggest competitor globally.
Wu Pei is indeed proud to work in such a company!
Thinking of Bedford, Chen Xiao recalled the incident a while back, involving a foolish celebrity named Lu Tianhua causing trouble at Lee Ji-eun's concert. That guy was eventually blacklisted, and then a few days later, a guy named Steven, claiming to be the president of Bedford Greater China, said he wanted to pay Mr. Chen a visit!
Chen Xiao was furious at the time and wouldn't see him. She just told him to get lost.
“Hmm, it’s a good company—” Wu Pei said after “Bede”, while observing Chen Xiao and Zhang Ziqian’s expressions, hoping to get a chorus of “wows”. Chen Xiao cooperated and praised him.
"However, I have to leave again."
Chen Xiao remained silent this time. "Aren't you sick? You're not here for an interview, why are you explaining your resume so clearly?"
"I mainly work at Bedford, so I need to stay in Shanghai. I still miss home, and besides, the new offer is high-paying and offers more autonomy, so I decided to come back!"
Chen Xiao's heart skipped a beat. Most of the investment banks in Jiangzhou had state-owned backgrounds. In the current environment, they would avoid investing if possible, and if they did invest, it had to be 110% safe, and it would require 800 meetings and a show of hands to vote on it!
If there's one company that offers a lot of room for authorization and makes decisions quickly, it's Junxiao Capital!
Although Junxiao Capital currently manages far fewer assets than Bede Capital, its growth rate is astonishing, especially considering it's a subsidiary of Junxiao Group. Getting a job there is definitely something to brag about. Seeing Wu Pei's expression, he was probably right! Zhang Ziqian also looked at him at that moment, and the two exchanged a knowing glance!
"Congratulations!" Zhang Ziqian said dismissively.
"It's alright, we're all in Jiangzhou now, so we can look after each other from now on!" Wu Pei said "look after each other," but his expression made it very clear that he was the one who could look after others!
Zhang Ziqian lowered her head and sipped her tea, giving a polite but firm refusal. She'd already said goodbye; surely she could take her leave after a cup of tea?
I wonder if Wu Pei is about to switch to a new company. She seems to be riding high on her success. She turns to Chen Xiao and asks, "Mr. Chen, what industry are you in?"
Chen Xiao smiled calmly: "I did it rather casually. I just wanted to get involved in whatever looked good!"
Wu Pei smiled upon hearing this, her tone carrying a hint of advice: "You can't do it this way. In the current environment, I have two pieces of advice for you. First, develop in a field you are familiar with. Remember not to jump into a particular industry just because someone says it's good, or you'll easily lose money. Second, find a niche market and master it. This will make it easier to establish a foothold in the early stages!"
Chen Xiao nodded in agreement. Wu Pei's suggestion made sense.
"So, Mr. Chen, in which industry do you plan to focus your efforts in the future?"
"If you see something good, just get involved."
“.” Wu Pei was speechless. “Then what are you humming about? All that I just said was like talking to a brick wall.”
"Alright, everyone has their own ambitions. But if you're working on AI, robotics, or drone projects, you can come to me. I still have some say in funding up to 2000 million!"
"Really? Thank you, Mr. Wu!" Upon hearing the mention of 2000 million, Chen Xiao knew what rank he held.
"It's alright, it's for Ziqian's sake!"
Chen Xiao laughed: "Then I'll be considered a kept man."
Wu Pei chuckled, "So you know that? You know that? What makes you think you're worthy of dating a beauty like Zhang Ziqian? If I weren't showing off, would I even bother with you?"
"Ziqian, I heard you were working in Shanghai. When did you come back?"
"Six months ago!" Zhang Ziqian saved every single word she could!
"Oh, so you'll be considering buying property in Jiangzhou this time you're back," she said, then chuckled. "However, it seems like that's what Ms. Chen is thinking about. Jiangzhou has developed very quickly in the past year or so, with a large influx of people, causing property prices to rise quite a bit!" Chen Xiao smiled: "She's already bought some, so I don't feel any pressure!"
Wu Pei was stunned. This guy was so lucky. He found such a beautiful girlfriend, and he even had to bring his own food?
"Brother, you're so lucky. I'm not like that. I'm working hard now just to prepare a big house for my future wife!"
After pausing, he glanced at Zhang Ziqian, seemingly unintentionally, and continued, "I'm planning to buy a 178-square-meter apartment near Bailuhu in Jiangzhou!"
Jiangzhou has a large influx of people, especially high-tech professionals. Many want to settle down and buy property in Jiangzhou, causing housing prices, particularly for upgraded homes, to skyrocket. Land near Bailuhu now costs at least 50,000 yuan per square meter, and Wu Pei's apartment is worth nearly ten million yuan. At his age, he's absolutely incredibly impressive!
"Only 178 square meters? Isn't that just a tiny apartment?" Chen Xiao chuckled.
He had originally intended to be a good straight man, but he caught the look in Wu Pei's eyes when she last glanced at Zhang Ziqian. "You're after my woman, kid! You've got a death wish! I'm not going to put up with this anymore!"
Huh? Wu Pei is annoyed. 178 square meters is called a cramped apartment?
"Mr. Chen has quite high standards. I wonder what kind of house you consider worthy of being called a 'big house'?"
Chen Xiao picked up his teacup, took a sip, and slowly put it down. "Ziqian, how big is the house you bought last month?"
He had originally bought Zhang Ziqian an apartment in Jindi Xiushan Garden, but considering that it would be convenient for Zhang Ziqian to travel with him, he bought her another villa in Xishan Linyu!
"Are you talking about the 'West Mountain Forest Whispers' set?" Zhang Ziqian and Chen Xiao worked together seamlessly, adding "West Mountain Forest Whispers" at the opportune moment.
Two key words caught in his words: "Does [Xishan Linyu] still have that one?" It turns out he owns more than one property. Wu Pei had heard of the [Xishan Linyu] complex; it's said to be the most upscale luxury residential area in Jiangzhou. The price per square meter has already risen to 12 yuan!
After receiving Chen Xiao's confirmation, Zhang Ziqian continued, "That one? It's alright! It's only 328 square meters!"
“…” Wu Pei picked up his teacup and drank it all in one gulp; he needed to cool down. A house worth 4000 million? She calls that acceptable? Where did Zhang Ziqian get so much money? When I interned at the company, she was always very frugal with her spending. Could she be the only daughter of some wealthy man? If so, such a beautiful, rich, and successful woman is every man's dream!
Chen Xiao turned his head: "Look, Mr. Wu! Ziqian likes big houses. Anything under 300 square meters is considered a 'snail' (a small, cramped apartment). Don't mind it!"
"Cough, cough!! It's okay, it's okay, I don't mind!" Wu Pei wouldn't get angry with the goddess. At the same time, she quickly made amends, "I wasn't quite clear what I said earlier. If it were a residential property, it would definitely be 300 square meters. I bought a shop, a 178-square-meter commercial space on the ground floor of a community, with an investment of around 600 million yuan. The 20-year rental return is not bad!"
"Huh?" As soon as Chen Xiao spoke, Wu Pei immediately looked at him with a sensitive expression.
"Haven't you always worked in investment banking? You even got your resume at Bedford, and this 20-year leaseback program... that's a really low return on investment."
Wu Pei was furious. "Mr. Chen, are you questioning my professionalism? These days, getting a 20-year leaseback is considered pretty good!" She had originally wanted to show off her property, but his joke had ruined her chances of showing off and insulted her professionalism!
"Mr. Chen, Ziqian already has a residence. You don't have that burden anymore. If you have the financial means, you could also invest in a commercial property in our community. Let me tell you, based on my professional judgment, the return on investment here is definitely the highest among commercial properties in recent years!"
His emphasis is on "if one has the strength," which is essentially showing off his economic power.
"That's not entirely true, Ziqian. What was the leaseback period for that Hualing Commercial Street you bought last time?"
Huh? Zhang Ziqian bought a shop? What do you, surnamed Chen, have then? Does that mean Zhang Ziqian is only responsible for making money, and you're just responsible for being handsome? Wu Pei's jealousy is practically burning her chest!
“Hualing Commercial Street? That’s a 12-year leaseback program!” Zhang Ziqian replied instantly!
"12 years?" Wu Pei was startled. "Ziqian, you haven't been scammed by the developer, have you? There's no such thing as a free lunch. Maybe they're just trying to sell you shops, giving you a few years' worth of money, and then running away after breaching the contract!"
Zhang Ziqian shook her head: "No!"
"You can't trust people easily, especially developers; they're incredibly cunning!"
Chen Xiao smiled and said, "Mr. Wu, this has nothing to do with the developer. She bought the shops and then rented them out to others!"
I see, I've found a good tenant.
Suddenly, an idea struck her. "Ziqian, could you introduce this tenant to me? See if he needs my shop. If so, I'm willing to sign a lease for over ten years. I'm not after his high rent; I just want something easy!"
"I'm afraid we can't reach an agreement, so let's not waste our time!" Zhang Ziqian didn't say anything, and Chen Xiao immediately sentenced the matter to death!
Wu Pei retorted, "President Chen, that's a shop in the best location. Others haven't even looked at it yet, how can you be so certain?"
"They want a larger area."
“My place is almost 200 square meters, and you still call it small?” Wu Pei’s eyes widened, almost as if she was saying, “Do you even understand?”
"Very small—"
Wu Pei opened her mouth wide. "You say it's small, but what's with that expression? Are you discriminating against me?"
"Ziqian, what's the area requirement for your tenant?" Wu Pei simply ignored Chen Xiao and prepared to ask Zhang Ziqian how much the area requirement could be. Such a good tenant should be tried! If the required area is really not enough, she can coordinate with the neighbors on the left and right. Even if it's 400 square meters, they can make up for it! In the community's ground floor shops, there aren't many places with an area requirement of more than 400 square meters.
"3 million!"
"What? What did you say?" Wu Pei thought she had misheard!
"She said 3. If it's less than 3, they won't even look at it!" Chen Xiao explained.
Seeing Chen Xiao's serious expression, Wu Pei couldn't help but pick at her ears. Was she hearing things? Otherwise, why would both of them say 3? This world is too damn crazy.
"You, you're joking?" Wu Pei's lips trembled slightly!
"Look at me," Chen Xiao said, pointing to himself. Wu Pei was confused by him, staring blankly at him!
"Everyone says I'm sincere!" Chen Xiao said with a smile.
Get lost! He seemed like a normal person before, but when he said that, he sounded like a complete liar!
“Ziqian?” Wu Pei looked at Zhang Ziqian.
Zhang Ziqian just wanted him to leave quickly, so she explained, "That client is [Lifan Commercial Management]. They either take on a whole commercial street, not individual shops. Besides, the total area of the shops on the ground floor of your community isn't enough; it's not suitable for a commercial management company to operate!"
Uh--
I see! (End of Chapter)