area51novel Chapter 822 Back then, I was just one step away from a big deal.
Chapter 822 Back then, I was just one step away from a big deal.
Chapter 822 Back then, I was just a hair's breadth away from a big deal.
"Hong~"
A spatial rift appeared in a dark corner of an alley.
Ye Nanxiao emerged from the spatial rift and landed lightly on the ground.
"Finally back! I was almost exhausted!"
Ye Nanxiao dusted himself off and looked up at the sky. Although he was surrounded by tall buildings, the night sky over Mingdu was still dazzling.
"It's around 2 AM, the hour of Chou (1-3 AM). Shall we deliver the goods now?"
Mingdu is a city that never sleeps. There are night patrols, and the number of pedestrians on the streets is no less than during the day.
Ye Nanxiao changed into a luxurious robe, put on a disguise mask, and held a flamboyant feather fan in his hand. He climbed over the wall into the kitchen on the first floor of a hotel and swaggered in as a hotel guest.
It seemed that a banquet was being held at the hotel. Ye Nanxiao saw many wealthy local businessmen from Mingdu holding wine glasses and chatting in twos and threes.
Ye Nanxiao naturally accepted a glass of fine wine from the hotel waiter, held up the glass made of crystal, put on a gentle smile, and mingled into the group of wealthy businessmen.
"Hello, it's a pleasure to meet you all. My surname is Wang, and my family is in the transportation business. I've met many senior figures in the business world before."
Several wealthy businessmen turned around upon hearing the sound and, seeing Ye Nanxiao dressed in luxurious attire, smiled and raised their glasses in greeting, in response to his words.
"We can't accept the title of 'senior'! We're just small fry! We're just doing a little business!" a well-off middle-aged man replied with a smile.
"Yes, I am from the water pipe shop in the east of the city. Young friend, you look unfamiliar. May I ask where you come from and which way you live?" asked another middle-aged man of average build.
Ye Nanxiao raised his glass to the people around him, downed his drink in one gulp, and said, "I come from Feihong City. My family travels from the sun and moon to the stars. I usually just deliver goods for some big shots to earn a little money!"
Upon hearing the words "listen to music," the wealthy businessmen all smiled knowingly.
"I understand, I understand. I didn't expect you to be so knowledgeable at such a young age!" A wealthy businessman's face was full of knowing smiles, and the atmosphere instantly became harmonious.
It's often said that women only need to go shopping together to build friendships, while men sometimes need a common topic of conversation.
"Brother, seeing how understanding you are, how about we find a place to sit down and have a drink?" A wealthy businessman extended an invitation to Ye Nanxiao.
Immediately afterwards, a group of wealthy businessmen echoed this sentiment and extended invitations.
Ye Nanxiao smiled, not surprised. The identity he had created for himself was that of a transporter in a border city who owned channels connecting the two countries' borders.
Anyone with a bit of business sense would go to great lengths to befriend someone of that status.
Even if it has nothing to do with your own business, it's still good to have several big business friends.
As Ye Nanxiao chatted with the group, he followed them to an elegant booth, naturally blending into the group of businessmen.
"May I ask how this gentleman is addressed?" a wealthy businessman asked.
"My surname is Xu," Ye Nanxiao replied with a smile.
Upon hearing Ye Nanxiao's words, the group of wealthy businessmen widened their eyes in surprise, and their attitude became even more enthusiastic.
The surname Xu represents royalty in the Sun Moon Empire!
Even if he's not a direct descendant, he's still a branch of the family. No wonder this young master was able to contract the business connecting the two countries.
Damn it, this young master is getting more and more handsome the more I look at him!
"Oh, Young Master Xu! I am Zhang Hanli! My clan runs a small clothing business! If Young Master Xu has any needs in clothing, I would be happy to help!" Zhang Hanli quickly raised his wine cup and toasted Ye Nanxiao.
"Holy crap! We beat them to it!"
"Old Zhang has no martial ethics!"
The remaining people then realized what was happening, and they all stood up, raised their glasses, and introduced themselves to Ye Nanxiao, emphasizing what industry they were in.
If they could catch the eye of this young master Xu and reach a cooperation agreement, their business would surely reach new heights.
"Of course, of course! All of you business veterans are handsome and talented! And you speak so well!" Ye Nanxiao said happily as he ate his wine.
Amidst the clinking of glasses and the exchange of toasts, a wealthy merchant, sensing the opportune moment, spoke up: "Brother Xu, you mentioned earlier that you enjoy listening to music. To be honest, I have a grand plan in mind! That is to have my little tunes travel to every city in the empire!"
"Unfortunately, this plan is far too ambitious; I alone am simply unable to accomplish it!"
Upon hearing this, Ye Nanxiao was immediately filled with awe; it was indeed an exceptionally grand aspiration.
"Brother Xu, we all share this wish, and this gathering is precisely to discuss this matter!" Zhang Hanli said. "However, our strength is too weak; we have wealth but no power! On this journey, we will face numerous obstacles and local bullies!"
Ye Nanxiao's eyelids twitched. Holy crap, had he wandered into a den of old bastards?
But thinking about it, it seems kind of fun?
If we want Tingqu'er to travel all over the Sun Moon Empire, the current singing model is definitely not feasible. It's not that the person or the music is bad, but the business model has some flaws.
It's not actually that difficult to solve; Ye Nanxiao has a whole world of entertainment stored up in his head.
"I originally just wanted to have some fun, but I didn't expect to stumble upon such a big business deal?" Ye Nanxiao raised his glass and, while drinking, quickly and carefully glanced at the group of wealthy businessmen.
These people were all discussing earnestly, and making plans with sound reasoning and evidence.
Today I actually bumped into a group of guys who were determined to monopolize the music market of the Sun Moon Empire. But then again, the wealthy merchants of Mingdu are all big shots whose assets are comparable to those of a sect.
"Seniors, I do have a project plan here, and its contents are exactly what you are discussing." Ye Nanxiao took out a project plan from his pocket and slapped it on the table.
"Oh? Young Master Xu, please tell us quickly!" The group of wealthy businessmen were very excited. Could it be that the young man they met today, who seemed to have a good rapport with them, was actually their soulmate?
Ye Nanxiao raised his glass, toasting everyone, "Gentlemen, I have heard your wishes! Let us fulfill them!"
What he held in his hand was a business concept that imitated nightclubs.
The Aodu Chamber of Commerce is making all its efforts and has expanded the Yuheng Tower. However, with the Continental Soul Master Competition underway, they do not have the extra energy to complete Ye Nanxiao's business plan, which was just for fun.
That's perfect! Today, a group of suckers with the same determination... just kidding, it was the rich guys who made it happen for him!
"Young Master, if Madam finds out you've come here causing trouble, she'll be very angry!"
Just as Ye Nanxiao rolled up his sleeves, ready to do his best to fool these wealthy businessmen, a gentle voice rang out from the side.
Ye Nanxiao turned his head upon hearing the sound and saw a young woman wearing a snake-patterned mask... or perhaps a young woman with a hairstyle?
A familiar little snake suddenly flew onto Ye Nanxiao's arm.
He instantly recognized the owner of this spiritual power: the Patterned Serpent, the Twelve Night Shadow Serpent.
"How did you get here?" Ye Nanxiao asked directly through his soul power.
"The entire Mingdu is under our sight, what do you think, brother-in-law!" Shadow Snake's voice carried a hint of joy, but because she was wearing a mask, her slightly upturned lips could not be seen.
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"What does Ju Xiaohan want to do?" Ye Nanxiao asked, puzzled.
"I reckon the boss really wants to, so brother-in-law, come with me!" Shadow Snake replied.
Ye Nanxiao glanced at the proposal slapped on the table, then at Shadow Snake standing beside him, and said, "What if I say no?"
"Then please forgive my rudeness," Shadow Serpent replied calmly.
The wealthy businessmen, led by Zhang Hanli, seemed to sense the unusual atmosphere. They put down their wine glasses, huddled at the back of the booth sofa, and looked at Ye Nanxiao with helpless eyes.
"Brother Xu, it's not that we don't want to help you, but this is your family matter! It's not convenient for us to get involved!"
They would never admit that they sensed a terrifying aura emanating from the woman wearing the snake-patterned mask, a feeling of suffocation as if they were being stared at by a venomous snake.
"But I'm discussing something important with my best buddies! This is something that could change the current entertainment landscape!"
Ye Nanxiao said matter-of-factly, "Um, could you stay a little later?"
The wealthy businessmen: (_|||)
This was the first time they had ever seen such a tough person say such cowardly things.
Shadow Snake didn't answer, but instead grabbed Ye Nanxiao's arm, pulled him close, and forcefully dragged him away.
Ye Nanxiao wanted to resist, but the Shadow Serpent was so magnanimous that he was momentarily stunned and lost the initiative!
"Hey! Don't walk so fast!"
"Slower!"
"Gentlemen! We entrust our grand ambitions to you! The president of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce is a good friend of mine!"
The wealthy businessmen watched silently as Ye Nanxiao, who had been shouting, was subdued by the woman with an over-the-shoulder throw, and then carried away on her shoulder.
"Brother Xu... he really dotes on his wife!"
"Yes! Brother Xu must love his wife very much!"
"Really...you're not afraid of your wife?"
Zhang Hanli glared at the last person who spoke, "How dare you slander Brother Xu!"
He then picked up the project proposal on the table, started flipping through it, and became completely engrossed.
The others immediately gathered around out of curiosity, read a few pages, and were also captivated by the ingenious ideas within.
It took them a full half hour to put down their plans, each of them looking like they hadn't had enough.
They exchanged a glance, both understanding the same thing in each other's eyes: "Brother Xu is truly talented!"
Zhang Hanli suggested, "Let's get moving! Let's give Brother Xu a big surprise! We, the Mingdu Rich Gang, are known for our loyalty!"
"But how do we negotiate the cooperation? Everyone's been taken away," one person asked.
"Go there! Go to the Aodu Building! Find Chairman Li!" Zhang Hanli said firmly.
Brother Xu, your brothers will help you realize your wish!
An entertainment company that will influence mainland China was quietly established.
On the other side, Ye Nanxiao was carried by Shadow Snake to the Aodu Grand Hotel and taken to Orange's room.
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