Deliberately Approaching
Chapter 263 Competing to Win Over

Chapter 263: Chapter 263 Competing to Win Over

The next day, at seven in the morning.

Inside the presidential suite of the hotel, sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains and sprinkled over the small round table, where a freshly brewed cup of coffee was emitting waves of strong aroma.

Li Zishen, dressed in a black silk robe, sat comfortably on the sofa chair, enjoying the tranquil morning. Yet, he couldn’t help but think of Tang Xiaowan and that infuriating text message she had sent.

"It’s really unfortunate, but I am quite busy these days and have to be with my fiancé."

"This surely isn’t what you think."

"Leng Lingxiao! Huahua? Fiancé?"

Suddenly, Chen Xin knocked and entered the suite, reporting to Li Zishen about the fire outbreak at Jiang Banquet Hall the previous night.

As Chen Xin mentioned that it might be related to Jiang Kexin, Li Zishen unconsciously frowned.

He slowly set down his coffee cup and, after a moment of contemplation, looked up at Chen Xin, signaling him to continue.

Chen Xin took a deep breath and detailed the severity of the fire and the related losses.

"It seems like the siblings don’t get along!"

"They say Jiang Yongheng favors males over females, inevitably causing some unfairness. However, this is understandable, as it is a family business with priorities given to the elder son."

After listening to Chen Xin, Li Zishen nodded thoughtfully, his expression somewhat stern.

He thought of his own younger brother, Li Zihan, who never competed or fought for anything, but instead often protected and supported him as an elder brother.

Zihan, I should have brought you along.

During this time, Chen Xin stood by and silently waited for Li Zishen’s reaction. After a while, Li Zishen finally spoke, "It’s truly regrettable. I hope they can get through this difficult time."

"Our collaboration with Jiang Group ended last month without any financial issues."

"Good, that’s good."

Suddenly, the room phone rang.

Chen Xin frowned and answered, "Hello."

"Hello, is this Mr. Li? There is a lady downstairs in the lobby who wishes to see you, she said her surname is Jiang."

Li Zishen didn’t speak, but a glance swept across Chen Xin, who immediately understood and replied, "Okay, ask her to wait a moment."

The previous night, before the fire outbreak, Jiang Kexin had heard that Li Zishen had arrived in Huang City and was staying at the most upscale five-star hotel locally.

This news delighted her.

She knew it was a rare opportunity. If she could establish contact with Li Zishen, perhaps she could secure another collaboration for the company.

Not only could this regain her father’s trust, but it would also solidify her position within the company.

Therefore, Jiang Kexin had meticulously dressed up early in the morning, hoping to meet the renowned business tycoon, Li Zishen.

At the hotel’s first floor, Chen Xin approached with brisk strides.

His face bore a confident and composed smile, and his eyes reflected a keen, perceptive wisdom, as if he could see through people’s thoughts. His hands naturally hung at his sides, exhibiting great poise and assurance.

When Chen Xin arrived in front of Jiang Kexin, he politely nodded and greeted with a smile, "Hello, Miss Jiang, I’m Chen Xin."

"Hello, Manager Chen, I’ve heard a lot about you. Mr. Li is..."

"Not here, he went out."

"That’s alright, speaking with you is just as good."

Although Jiang Kexin felt somewhat disappointed, she understood that no opportunity should be missed, especially since Chen Xin was Yishen Group’s domestic project manager, handling many operations and considered a key figure.

So, she quickly adjusted her state and decisively abandoned the strategy of using her charm.

She introduced Chen Xin to the recent business and development conditions of Jiang Group, expressing her desire to deepen cooperation with Yishen Group.

In this process, Jiang Kexin’s eyes showed an unparalleled determination, indicating her expectations and resolve for this cooperation.

In response, Chen Xin nodded occasionally, indicating his agreement with what Jiang Kexin had said.

However, when Jiang Kexin mentioned the potential benefits of the cooperation, Chen Xin slightly furrowed his brows, "Miss Jiang, risk is one of the factors we must consider. Although I am very interested in your proposal, we need to conduct a comprehensive understanding and assessment of your company before proceeding with the cooperation."

"I fully understand President Chen’s concerns, rest assured, we will actively cooperate with the investigation and assessment," Jiang Kexin replied sincerely.

"Good, I will convey this information to Mr. Li and hope for further cooperation opportunities," Chen Xin said with a smile.

Jiang Kexin nodded gratefully, "That’s great, thank you very much for your affirmation."

"You’re welcome, it’s only proper."

Subsequently, Jiang Kexin left the hotel and planned to return to the banquet hall to continue preparing for the charity gala.

She was convinced that through the conversation with Chen Xin, she had secured a very good opportunity for the Jiang Group and was looking forward to further substantial cooperation with Yishen Group.

Ten minutes later, in the suite.

"Brother Shen, are we still going to the Jiang’s gala?" Chen Xin asked with concern after reporting his conversation with Jiang Kexin.

"Yes, of course we’re going."

As Li Zishen was preparing to call Tang Xiaowan again, he suddenly received a message from Bai Long that Tang Mei had been hospitalized due to hypoglycemia the night before last.

The detailed address was also sent over.

Thus, Li Zishen planned to visit her and also see Tang Xiaowan.

Even though the trip to Huang City was a sudden decision, Li Zishen still paid great attention to his appearance. His suitcase was packed with various high-quality shirts and ties for different occasions.

"Prepare some supplements later for the elderly’s hypoglycemia, and let’s go to the hospital."

"Yes, Brother Shen."

"And, what are some fun places in Huang City, especially those with spicy and very hot dishes? Xiaowan likes super spicy food."

"There are quite a few of those, for instance, the closest to us is..."

Li Zishen, while listening to Chen Xin’s introduction, occasionally took out a shirt and paired it with a tie in front of the mirror, imagining Tang Xiaowan’s reaction upon seeing him.

He was convinced that with his unique charm, he would surely capture Tang Xiaowan’s heart and make a good impression on Grandma Tang.

Just as Li Zishen was about to change clothes, Chen Xin’s phone rang; it was Jian Kede.

A few years earlier, when Yishen Group was building a shopping center in Huang City, they had cooperated with the Jiang Family, so Jian Kede naturally had Chen Xin’s contact.

"My sister just left and the brother is already coming, it seems the siblings are both eager to compete!" Chen Xin said lightly in jest.

He didn’t answer and put his phone on silent.

Li Zishen shook his head and then with a slight curl of his lips said, "Go ahead, it’s inappropriate not to meet."

"Yes, Brother Shen."

"Remember to be fair and impartial, we can’t emulate Jiang Yongheng; sincerity is key," Li Zishen added meaningfully.

"Don’t worry, Brother Shen, I understand."

Then, Chen Xin turned and left the suite.