Even as dinner was being served, Xiao He still couldn't figure out who General Manager Huang resembled.
However, he probably understood Mr. Huang's purpose in investing in variety shows.
Actually, it's because Mr. Huang's good-for-nothing son started an influencer company, but it hasn't made much progress in the past few years. So Mr. Huang wanted to take advantage of this variety show to help the top members of his son's small company increase their popularity and see if they could still be saved.
To put it bluntly, parents' hearts are always full of love and worry!
Normally, Mr. Huang wouldn't even glance at such a small investment project.
Zhuang Hongyi had absolutely no interest in investing in anyone in his circle who didn't have big projects and investments.
But it's precisely because of his son that General Manager Huang is now taking the initiative to invite Xiao He, so that Xiao He's small company can invest in their project.
As for why the old father didn't go to the voyage himself... the young master's rebellious phase is always accompanied by some laughable arrogance and pride.
In any case, Xiao He couldn't bring himself to start a business and squander his wealth if his father was so rich. He was arrogant and unwilling to accept his father's support.
Isn't it good to just lie down and live off your parents?
Xiao He silently grumbled to himself.
He hates rich kids!
However, Xiao He still had some doubts in his heart, not understanding why President Huang would choose him and Ling Hui.
—I'm afraid we can only ask Liu Rulan about this later.
Xiao He sat back down in his original seat, deep in thought, and found that Yuan Sitong and Yan Shaohan had already sat down separately.
"How about it?"
Xiao He asked Yan Shaohan with great interest.
"That's definitely correct!"
Yan Shaohan raised his head and gave a soft hum.
Xiao He glanced at Yuan Sitong again and found that Yuan Sitong was also very happy. She was chatting with the actor who used to gossip about crickets, looking like she had gotten a great deal.
Xiao He didn't know how they talked, but since it was just a casual joke and shouldn't be taken seriously, he could only say, "...Whatever makes you happy."
Soon, all the dishes on the table were served.
Led by Zhuang Hongyi, the others stood up and cheered together for the perfect ending of the first season of "Yu Ye".
Even on such an occasion, Zhuang Hongyi remained casually dressed, yet his gesture of holding a wine glass showed no stage ✧ NоvеIight ✧ (Original source) fright. He slowly surveyed the crowd, his face beaming with confidence: "The first season of 'Yu Ye' has been a great success. The future second and even third seasons will require everyone's joint efforts. Here, I, Zhuang, would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone. I hope that everyone will continue to work hard so that we can make 'Yu Ye' an even more perfect and successful IP!"
"cheers!"
"cheers!"
Everyone raised their glasses, laughed, and drank their wine in one gulp before sitting down again to begin the formal dinner.
The table was set with authentic Beijing cuisine, some of which were far more luxurious than Xiao He had imagined, even more extravagant than when he ate at Director Zhuang's house last time.
Anyone who sees it can't help but exclaim, "This kind of food from Master Jing is something I've never seen before!"
And most importantly... it actually fills you up.
Xiao He, adhering to the principle of "since we're already here," insisted on ordering a bowl of rice. He savored the restaurant's premium tribute rice and enjoyed the delicacies on the table until he was completely full.
To be honest, their rice is much more fragrant than that of ordinary restaurants. The grains are uniform, shiny, and sweet. It even has a chewy texture that makes it more and more delicious the more you chew. Xiao He felt that he could eat their rice with great relish.
I wonder what the average price is at this restaurant...
Xiao He silently made a mental note of it, vowing to bring his family here for a meal sometime in the future.
Of course, he didn't come just for the rice!
Slurp, it smells delicious!
Xiao He ate very quickly. Only after he had eaten and drunk his fill did he finally have time to raise his wine glass and toast everyone who had come to the dinner that evening.
Before we knew it, it was time to leave...
Goodbye, Director Yan!
Xiao He carried the completely drunk Yan Shaohan into the car, then bent down and said to the assistant director Fan Congwen by the window, "Please take care of Director Yan, Director Fan."
"It's okay, I just didn't realize you could hold your liquor so well, Xiao Xiao."
Fan Congwen was also a little drunk, but compared to Yan Shaohan, who was a complete mess, he was in much better shape. However, when he saw Xiao He, who looked perfectly normal, he felt a bit emotional.
Xiao He simply smiled and remained silent.
"Oh, right."
Before the driver started the car, Fan Congwen seemed to remember something, raised his hand to signal the driver to wait a moment, then leaned out again and said to Xiao He, "Director Zhuang is a bit busy today. He asked me to pass on a message to you: we can't be there for the birthday party, so we wish you a happy birthday in advance and all the best for your birthday party. We'll head straight to France right after the Spring Festival, so remember to prepare in advance."
"Okay, I understand. Thank you, Director Zhuang, and thank you, Director Fan."
Xiao He nodded.
"Then we're leaving!"
Fan Congwen waved again, "See you later!"
"See you later!"
After seeing Fan Congwen and Yan Shaohan off, there weren't many people left in the restaurant.
Xiao He and Liu Rulan finally got back into the car and prepared to return to their hotel in Beijing.
On the way, Liu Rulan inquired about the banquet, and when she heard Xiao He mention that General Manager Huang, her brows furrowed slowly.
After thinking for a moment, Liu Rulan said, "I know this Mr. Huang. He is indeed a very important figure in Beijing, and is known as a giant in Beijing's investment circle."
"And his son, if I remember correctly, is named Huang Junhao, and is one of the well-known rich second-generation in Beijing."
"This person is a legendary figure in the industry."
Liu Rulan recalled the events carefully, her expression somewhat strange.
"It is said that every company he starts goes bankrupt. Huang Junhao has squandered nearly 4 billion yuan on his companies alone."
Xiao He: ?
Xiao He rubbed his ear with his finger to make sure he hadn't misheard: "Say it again, how many?"
Damn it, how much did you say?
This is real money! Not just any random number! And what kind of loss could possibly result in a net loss of four billion?
God, my heart is aching so much.
For the first time, Xiao He felt possessive of someone else's money—Give me this money! Give it to me!
"Ahem, this is just a rumor in the industry. We don't really know how much he lost, and there may be some exaggeration involved. But his story of squandering money by running a company is indeed widely known in the industry."
Liu Rulan first defended her words.
“I did hear that he started an influencer company a few years ago, but then nothing happened. I originally thought he had given up and gone back to inherit the family business, but I didn’t expect this...”
Liu Rulan's expression was somewhat indescribable.
It turns out it was still clinging to its last breath.
Xiao He: ...
This is truly heartbreaking to hear and see.
"So his father...didn't punish him?" Xiao He asked with a complicated expression. "He even secretly supported his son's continued extravagance?"
At this point, Liu Rulan sighed, "It's understandable. President Huang has always had a good eye for investment, and he has always made more money than he lost. His huge business has been built up through his accurate investment acumen. Now, his only son is a good-for-nothing who loses money on everything he invests in, his company goes bankrupt, and he squanders his business. It's normal for him to be unwilling to give up and to try to save the business."
Her words brought silence to the car.
Finally, after a long silence, Xiao He managed to utter the words he wanted to say.
"His father... truly has a fatherly love as vast as a mountain!"
