Listening to his second uncle’s voice, Jin Zhi replied with a touch of maturity, "As long as it works, grasp it well."
Zhan Yichen chuckled. He was long accustomed to Jin Zhi’s reactions. His eldest nephew had always been this way.
"Little Jin Zhi, if you have any other brilliant ideas, don't hesitate to share them with your second uncle. My lifelong happiness rests on your shoulders."
To this, Jin Zhi merely responded with a faint hum, "It's not time yet. I'll tell you when the moment is right."
This felt no different from him saying, "This old man has his own strategies." Zhan Yichen could only force a laugh, "Little Jin Zhi, what are you doing? Keep your second uncle company and chat."
The other party very dismissively rejected his request to chat, providing a valid reason, "I'm doing math problems. Will chatting with you help me solve them?"
Zhan Yichen hit a wall, his laughter becoming even more awkward, "Then… you busy. Second uncle won't disturb you. You add…"
Before he could finish saying "add oil," the call was disconnected.
Looking at the hung-up phone, Zhan Yichen gave a wry smile. The saying "like father, like son" was truly not baseless. Little Jin Zhi, only three years old, was already doing elementary school homework, surpassing his elder brother at the same age. He had a premonition that Little Jin Zhi would become an enhanced version of Zhan Mohan.
With this little helper by his side, Zhan Yichen was quite confident about winning back Mu Linjing. After a comfortable bath, he slept soundly.
Meanwhile, Mu Linjing next door had not slept for most of the night due to the time difference and Zhan Yichen's unexpected appearance. When she woke up the next day, dark circles were a given.
Since she had a client meeting to attend that day, she spent considerable time getting herself ready and applying makeup, leaving no time for breakfast.
As she was rushing to put on her shoes at the entryway, Zhan Yichen came out of the kitchen with his packed breakfast. They sat together to change their shoes and then left together.
"Let's go, I'll drive you. You can have breakfast on the way."
Looking at the lunchbox shoved into her hand, Mu Linjing paused. She had always known Zhan Yichen to be a considerate person, but now, facing his usual meticulousness, she couldn't help but wonder if he no longer minded the incident with Wen Yulan three years ago.
The words were on the tip of her tongue, but she didn't know how to ask. In the end, she didn't, and hurriedly followed Zhan Yichen out the door.
Fifteen minutes later, Zhan Yichen stopped the car and handed her the documents. "We're here. Go ahead."
She took the documents and only then realized that she had never told Zhan Yichen which company she was meeting her client at. How could he have brought her to the destination so accurately?
To this, Zhan Yichen simply said he had seen the partner's name on her documents and had brought her directly.
She didn't think much of it. Although Min's company was not very large, he had lived in Pengcheng for a long time, so it was normal for him to be familiar with every enterprise.
Watching her enter the Min's building, Zhan Yichen curved his lips slightly and sent a message on his phone: Do as I say, and I'll reduce your cooperation costs by half this year.
Mu Linjing, like a little white mouse, was completely unaware. She was led by the receptionist to the meeting room, where Min Mo had been waiting for her for some time. Upon seeing her, he first appraised her from head to toe with a thoughtful smile. It was no wonder Zhan Yichen couldn't forget her; Miss Mu indeed possessed an outstanding demeanor.
"Miss Mu, please have a seat."
After a polite handshake, they began to discuss work. Min Mo was very serious about his work, but he also remembered Zhan Yichen's instructions. Throughout the conversation, he did not overtly express his satisfaction, but instead appeared worried.
Seeing his expression, Mu Linjing quickly said, "Mr. Min, do you have any concerns or additional conditions? You might as well state them, and we can continue discussing your issues."
After all, both parties were eager to finalize this cooperation, otherwise, they wouldn't have sent Mu Linjing personally.
Min Mo pondered for a moment, then said with difficulty, "Miss Mu, the project you mentioned is indeed excellent. However, as you can see, my company is relatively new in China. Incorporating a new system carries too high a risk factor. If your company genuinely wishes to establish a long-term partnership with us, I believe you need to send someone to China to help us integrate this new system."
Mu Linjing had already mentioned this point to headquarters before, and anticipated they would make such a request, so she readily agreed. "That's not a problem. However, Mr. Min, do you have any requirements for this person? You can describe them in general terms."
Min Mo mused, "First, they must be familiar with the domestic market and preferably have work experience in China. Second, I must be able to trust their character. In this regard, I find Miss Mu to be very good. Third, they must have absolute authority to make decisions when facing situations where there isn't enough time to consult headquarters."
Listening to his requirements, Mu Linjing silently dabbed at a non-existent bead of sweat on her forehead. Why didn't this man simply state his own name?
In Mu Linjing's company, there was only Mu Linjing who held a senior management position and had domestic work experience. Otherwise, they wouldn't have sent only her.
Moreover, her superior had informed her before coming that although Min's business in China was just starting, it had strong support from the parent company and had risen rapidly in recent years. Its development prospects in China were considerable.
If they cooperated with them, it would greatly benefit their company's plan to expand into the domestic market.
This was also why she attached importance to this cooperation and insisted on success. When she came, she had assured her superior that she would secure this project. However, to stay in China meant she would be constantly interacting with Zhan Yichen, and their current awkward relationship made it difficult for her to decide.
Seeing her hesitation, Min Mo added fuel to the fire, "Miss Mu, if you cannot find such a person, then this cooperation may have to be put on hold. After all, I cannot gamble with the livelihoods of so many employees in my company."
With that, he made a move to stand up and unilaterally end the conversation. Mu Linjing panicked and quickly followed him, "How could we not provide someone? Mr. Min, if you trust me, I am willing to stay and help you introduce this new system. I fully meet your requirements."
Upon hearing this, Min Mo's expression brightened. "Of course, I trust you. Then we can sign the contract now."
Mu Linjing smiled wryly and walked to the table, taking out the prepared contract. After both parties confirmed there were no issues, they signed, and the cooperation was effective.
Little did she know that Min Mo's three requirements were precisely tailored for her, and only she could fulfill them.