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Chapter 319 - Chapter 319 319 Wayward

Chapter 319: 319 Wayward Chapter 319: 319 Wayward “Trust?” Chen Xu mused, understanding that what he comprehended might not be the same thing Shao Qing wished to express.

If you were to say that Shao Qing harbored deep affection for Jinxuan, wholeheartedly wanting to lift her to stardom, Chen Xu naturally wouldn’t believe it.

However, to say that her interest in Jinxuan was merely for exploitation seemed unlikely as well.

The human heart is complex, and understanding someone purely in terms of good or bad could lead to disadvantages in the end. Humans are creatures interwoven with kindness and malice, benefits and emotions; sometimes, it’s difficult to distinguish.

Chen Xu felt Shao Qing was trustworthy because her interests aligned with Jinxuan’s. As Jinxuan’s career flourished, Shao Qing, as head of the talent agency, would grow her influence in the industry.

Furthermore, since her debut, Shao Qing had offered sound career planning for Jinxuan, looking further ahead rather than seeking quick profits like the previous manager.

Especially since Jinxuan had displayed her talent in composing, along with improvements in her singing skills, her performance had been exemplary.

After all, it was Shao Qing who had discovered Jinxuan, so there was a sense of benefaction and emotional attachment.

These were the foundations of trust.

“Fine, as long as I can get my hands on those shares, I’ll consider partnering with you. I’ll give you one month,” Chen Xu admired her but knew when to assert pressure, providing her with a wake-up call to prevent future mistakes.

“I’ll do my best,” Shao Qing cautiously stated.

Having said that, Chen Xu stood up and left.

Once again, Shao Qing watched his departing figure, pondering over how to persuade those two companies.

Chen Xu’s approach was rather aggressive; to say Shao Qing wasn’t upset would be a lie. But no matter how frustrated she felt, she had to endure it.

If it were anyone else outside the industry, no matter how wealthy, she wouldn’t need to be so submissive. The key factor was Chen Xu; he had her by the throat–through Bai Jinxuan.

Bai Jinxuan was the most talented artist she had ever seen. It wasn’t as simple as swapping in anyone and throwing money to create an instant celebrity. The right timing, place, and people were essential.

Such opportunities were rare. Sometimes a celebrity might inexplicably rise to fame, defying all logic–another form of talent.

Previously, mere internet celebrities weren’t worth her attention; they rose quickly to fame but faded just as fast, history had plenty of such examples. Moreover, with Bai Jinxuan’s sudden start, without any foundation in singing or acting, transformation would be even tougher.

Who would have thought that at the peak of her fame she would start composing and improve her singing skills?

A top-level celebrity with first-rate vocal talent capable of creating outstanding works–Shao Qing realized she might be able to cultivate a superstar unprecedented in the domestic scene.

Hence, she took such a risky move, and fortunately, she succeeded.

Just as she was ready to expand her grand plan, Chen Xu suddenly emerged, threatening her with a contract buyout, and she had no choice but to comply.

She was well aware that she would never encounter another person like Bai Jinxuan in her lifetime.

Making Bai Jinxuan choose between the company and Chen Xu didn’t require thought; Shao Qing knew the outcome.

…

Chen Xu and his group returned on the same high-speed train.

“What’s wrong, can’t bear it?” Luo Xiyun teased, seeing Chen Xu looking out the window across from her.

“I’m thinking about how to raise funds,” Chen Xu said, turning his gaze to her.

Luo Xiyun was momentarily speechless. Had he already spent those forty-five million?

No, there were still two other companies that wanted to buy licenses, right?

She asked, “Haven’t you settled things with those two companies yet?”

“No, still haggling. They find the licensing fee too high and want exclusive rights outside of Europa,” Chen Xu shook his head. “But those Americans and Neon paid the expected price, which puts me in a tough spot.”

Luo Xiyun understood his concerns. They were at a critical point in the trade conflict. He didn’t wish to cooperate with the other side, and the neighboring country to the east was the main competitor in the domestic battery industry.

The two foreign battery companies Chen Xu chose were both from Europe. Even so, the licensing fee was raised to 500 million.

Sometimes, she found Chen Xu rather childish.

If it were her, she wouldn’t have the confidence. For businesses to survive, they shouldn’t act on whims–they needed to make money and dominate the market. At such times, it wasn’t just about her; she had a responsibility to the employees who trusted her.

In this light, Chen Xu’s initial choice to make inventions and earn money from patents, avoiding direct involvement in production, was quite visionary. Running a small lab required few employees; even if it dissolved, the impact would not be significant enough to justify the liberty of quirks.

However, Luo Xiyun was concerned. “Won’t this cause trouble?”

Chen Xu said indifferently, “As long as I keep producing various results, one day that country will add me to a danger list. If so, why should I let them benefit? Anyway, I have no plans to step outside the country.”

Luo Xiyun thought about it and found it reasonable. She wasn’t quite sure how many black technologies Chen Xu held, but just a controlled nuclear fusion alone could change the international landscape.

Once Chen Xu unveiled such technology, even if he wanted to travel abroad, a host of people would oppose it.

She didn’t continue the sensitive topic, instead bringing up another matter.

…

As the high-speed train approached the station, Chen Xu received a phone call. When he hung up, there was a smile on his face.

“What’s up?” Luo Xiyun inquired.

“Those two companies have finally taken the bait.” Chen Xu was pleased; just as he was about to run out of money, new funds were coming in. Originally, he had considered accepting the offer from that company in Neon, but not anymore.

Luo Xiyun said, “It must be due to this news report,” and handed her phone to Chen Xu.

Chen Xu took a look. A car company had developed a new generation of lithium batteries. With the latest battery equipped, the electric vehicle’s mileage could reach six hundred kilometers. The new vehicles would come with this new type of battery, and old cars could also have them replaced.

“They’re quite quick.”

Chen Xu laughed. The car company was indeed eager to get ahead. This was a good thing; competition brings efficiency. Soon, other companies would introduce new generations of batteries. The entire battery industry was poised for a major shake-up.

Clearly, those two companies also understood this and didn’t drag their feet any longer. If they didn’t want to be left behind by the times, they had to swallow even the harshest terms.