"I was just passing by and decided to stop for a coffee."
Ye Zhiwei's face lit up with surprise. She had been worried about dealing with Mo Ling's retaliation, and running into Song Qiao at this moment was a stroke of luck.
Jiang Yan, who had been standing by proudly, was utterly shocked to hear Song Qiao greet Ye Zhiwei so familiarly.
"You, you know each other?"
"President Ye, this kid is using Blue Sea Industries' name to swindle people."
"Don't be fooled by his sweet talk."
He hesitated for a moment before revealing his suspicions.
What if Ye Zhiwei and Song Qiao were just casual acquaintances? Hearing this might make her turn on Song Qiao immediately.
Then he could mock Song Qiao mercilessly.
However, Ye Zhiwei seemed not to have heard him, waving him away impatiently.
"What nonsense are you talking about? Song Qiao is my friend. Don't interrupt when we're talking."
"We'll discuss it after I'm done with this."
At these words, Jiang Yan's face turned a deep red. He stood there like a clown, frozen in place.
Having been proven wrong repeatedly within a single day, even with his thick skin, he felt too ashamed to raise his head.
"Song Qiao, could you come out with me for a moment? I have something very important to discuss with you."
Ye Zhiwei glanced around at the noisy environment and shook her head slightly. She gave Song Qiao a meaningful look and walked out of the coffee shop.
"Xue Qing, Wang Meng, you two chat. I'm going out with Ms. Ye."
Song Qiao quickly greeted the two women and followed her out.
As for Jiang Yan, he was completely ignored.
"What is it? Is it still about the Brilliant Group?"
As soon as they were outside, Song Qiao asked before Ye Zhiwei could speak.
"Yes, this matter is more complicated than we imagined."
Ye Zhiwei frowned and continued, "Brilliant Group lost to us in their branch operations, but they're now retaliating desperately, causing considerable trouble for Blue Sea."
"Is that crazy woman Mo Ling behind all this?" Song Qiao asked.
"Yes, that woman is a madwoman. She's willing to weaken her own strength to deal with us."
"There's no good solution right now. We can only hold on and see who breaks first," Ye Zhiwei analyzed.
Song Qiao nodded and thought for a moment.
"Mmm, I've encountered similar situations before. I might have a way to alleviate the current situation."
"We can set up an investment company to share the risk and consolidate all our capital."
As Song Qiao explained to Ye Zhiwei, his thoughts drifted back to before his rebirth.
Back then, he often used this method to guard against rival companies' attacks.
Ye Zhiwei, as the head of Blue Sea, had a very forward-thinking economic mind. When she heard Song Qiao's suggestion, her eyes lit up.
"This method is brilliant! If it's implemented successfully, Mo Ling's attacks will be like hitting cotton."
Ye Zhiwei's voice was filled with unrestrained joy, and her gaze towards Song Qiao held a new layer of admiration.
"So you don't need to worry too much about this. After I finish my business in the next two days, I'll also divert some of Xiang Piaopiao's funds to support your Blue Sea."
"Although Xiang Piaopiao is not as strong as Blue Sea overall, our cash flow is quite sufficient."
"At that point, no matter how strong Brilliant Group is, they won't be able to withstand our combined forces."
Hearing Song Qiao's well-organized plan, Ye Zhiwei finally felt her anxiety subside.
...
On the way home with Xia Xueqing, her wife's phone call suddenly came in.
This made Song Qiao's heart leap with joy, and he quickly answered.
"Song Qiao, tomorrow is the celebration event for our Tianhong Media. Will you have time?"
Xia Yuqing's voice was a little cold, clearly still upset with Song Qiao.
"I have time, of course I have time. If my wife commands it, I must be there on time."
Song Qiao chuckled, deliberately adopting a playful tone.
"Then there will be many company executives attending tomorrow. You must be low-key, don't be impulsive like usual."
Xia Yuqing was amused by Song Qiao's smooth talk, and her mood lightened considerably.
"Oh, wife, don't worry. It's our own company, how could I mess around?" Song Qiao solemnly promised.
Xia Yuqing was finally satisfied. After reminding Song Qiao to drive carefully, she hung up.
...
The next morning, Song Qiao and Xia Yuqing arrived at the media company's headquarters together.
Tianhong Media had been established for less than half a year. Thanks to Song Qiao's efforts in securing investments, its revenue and profits were reaching new heights.
As soon as they entered, they heard several executives muttering amongst themselves.
"Alas, if our President Xia didn't have a natural talent for causing trouble, our company's performance would probably be much better."
"Who said it wasn't? I don't know what she's good for. She's useless except for causing trouble all day."
"If Chairman Song didn't constantly back her up and solve her problems, she would have been fired countless times by now."
Hearing the executives' gossip, Song Qiao's good mood instantly soured.
He glared fiercely at them, about to go over and argue.
"Song Qiao, let it go. Let's just pretend we didn't hear anything."
"Today is a joyous occasion for our company. Don't give outsiders a reason to laugh at us."
Xia Yuqing quickly grabbed her husband's arm and whispered, trying to persuade him.
Although she was also very angry, she ultimately suppressed her rage.
"Hmph, I'll let them off this time. After the celebration, I'll make them apologize to you."
Song Qiao snorted coldly, restraining himself for the moment.
Just then, a familiar figure suddenly appeared before Song Qiao.
It was Xia Haibin, with whom he had had a falling out at the banquet yesterday.
He was dressed impeccably and greeting many bosses around him.
Upon seeing Song Qiao, he immediately knitted his brows.
Then, he sneered sarcastically,
"Hmph, I didn't expect to see you at a gathering like this. I thought Tianhong Group had some class, but I didn't expect they'd invite riff-raff like you."
However, while he disliked Song Qiao, Song Qiao disliked him even more.
Now that they had met, and the other party was being sarcastic, Song Qiao couldn't swallow his pride and immediately retorted sharply.
"President Xia, your family must live by the sea. You sure are meddlesome. No wonder your name is Xia Haibin."
"This is my company. Why can't I be here? As for you, you trash, I didn't invite you, yet you came waddling over here on your own."
"Wasn't being humiliated by me last time satisfying enough? Did you come here today looking for more punishment?"