August was groomed from childhood to be the family's heir, a destiny stemming from his extraordinary intelligence and keen business acumen.
Even at five or six years old, August displayed a remarkable business mind. Coupled with over twenty years of experience, he was undoubtedly a highly capable individual.
By the age of thirty, he had fully grasped the family's decision-making power and doubled the family business in just a few short years.
August was proud and confident.
Yet, at this very moment, he suddenly began to question whether he was truly outstanding.
Or perhaps, some people were constantly flattering him just to please him?
If he was truly a genius, then what did that make this young girl, who was even better at business than he was?
A prodigy?
In that instant, August felt a desire to nurture Su Xiaotian.
He wanted Su Xiaotian to accompany him back and be cultivated as a trusted aide.
Such a promising talent should not be left to grow wild.
Meanwhile, Shi Yuliang and Lü Ruya also sensed the difference in Su Xiaotian from yesterday to today.
Although they had felt Su Xiaotian's exceptional ability yesterday, today her performance was clearly more dazzling.
The two exchanged a glance inadvertently.
They had underestimated Su Xiaotian's capabilities.
Perhaps it was due to Su Xiaotian's outstanding performance that their negotiations went so smoothly that day.
At noon, they even had a friendly lunch together.
Although Mr. August displayed various signs of disdain during lunch, the atmosphere was still good.
By the afternoon, both parties had basically reached a consensus, and Shi Yuliang breathed a sigh of relief.
This was their smoothest business negotiation with the Germans, and also the one that yielded the greatest profit.
All of this was thanks to Su Xiaotian.
The negotiation, originally planned for a day and a half, was concluded by nine o'clock that evening.
August looked at the people opposite him, their expressions still calm, as if everything was under control.
But only he knew that this was the biggest concession he had made since he started negotiating business.
Especially when doing business in China, it was his biggest concession.
In the past, when doing business in China, it was always the Chinese who yielded to him. This time, it was he who yielded!
"Su, you are a very capable translator!"
August extended his hand proactively, not to shake hands with Shi Yuliang and Lü Ruya, but to Su Xiaotian.
Su Xiaotian was surprised by August's expression.
What did this mean?
She was his opponent. Perhaps, it was her presence that caused August to lose a lot of money.
Why was August being so polite to her?
"Mr. August, you are truly a very capable businessman, and I admire you!"
Since the other party had initiated, Su Xiaotian also generously expressed her admiration.
On this point, Su Xiaotian firmly believed that they were all equals, and there was no idea that foreign guests were superior to them.
Shi Yuliang did not look pleased. After all, the business had been concluded, shouldn't the main negotiators from both sides shake hands?
Why did August shake hands with Su Xiaotian first?
But this thought vanished in an instant.
Shi Yuliang knew clearly that although he was the main person in charge of this negotiation, Su Xiaotian seemed to be the one who played the decisive role.
This young girl not only spoke fluent German but was also very skilled in negotiation.
If it hadn't been for Su Xiaotian this time, they would have lost at least fifty thousand yuan.
Fifty thousand yuan was not a small sum, even for a state-owned factory like Qili Silk Factory, especially since this money was in foreign exchange, making it even more important.
August did not notice the thoughts of his two partners.
He smiled and said to Su Xiaotian, "Su, are you interested in going abroad, to my country?"
Su Xiaotian asked in surprise, "Why?"
"I greatly admire your abilities!"
Su Xiaotian was still surprised.
For a negotiation, August was actually extending an olive branch to her.
This was simply unbelievable!
It would be a lie to say she wasn't moved.
In an instant, Su Xiaotian was also a little tempted.
In the coming years, even decades, going abroad for further studies or even permanently immigrating abroad was the aspiration of many Chinese people.
However, when such an opportunity was presented so abruptly, Su Xiaotian hesitated.
Why hesitate?
She ultimately couldn't bear to part with it!
Su Xiaotian shook her head.
August was very surprised by Su Xiaotian's refusal.
He had clearly seen a fleeting joy in the young girl's eyes just moments ago.
Why did she shake her head in the blink of an eye?
It shouldn't be.
China was much more backward than his country.
If such an excellent young person like Su Xiaotian went to his country, he would definitely cultivate her vigorously.
"Mr. August, although my country is backward, I am confident that with our efforts, it will one day become prosperous and beautiful!"
"Su, if you come to my country, you can learn more advanced knowledge. Even if you want to return in the future, I won't stop you!"
August said this because he was absolutely confident that as long as she went to his country, he would provide generous conditions, and by then, this young girl would only be of use to him.
Su Xiaotian smiled upon hearing August's tempting words.
Advanced knowledge, was it?
What knowledge in this world could be more advanced than the knowledge in her system library? There probably wasn't any, right?
Regarding that advanced knowledge, Su Xiaotian believed she could master it with the help of the system library.
But if she really chose to go to Germany, would she ever have a chance to return?
She didn't believe that August, as a businessman, would do a losing business simply because he admired someone.
If she really went, she would likely have to dedicate her life to August and his family.
"Mr. August, there is a saying in China: A child does not despise its mother for being ugly, and a dog does not abandon its home for being poor."
"What does that mean?"
"China may still be poor now, but one day, it will become a huge economy, a presence that countries around the world will admire."
When Su Xiaotian said these words, she carried a distinct pride, different from any Chinese person August had met before.
It was as if that day had already appeared before Su Xiaotian's eyes.
What Su Xiaotian said was clearly unexpected by August.
Could a person give up their future for their country?
They all said that people from this Eastern country had ideals and beliefs, but he didn't know what those ideals and beliefs were.
Today, he saw them.
Little did he know that Su Xiaotian had truly seen the day when China would be prosperous and strong.
Therefore, when she spoke these words, she was full of confidence.
He gave Su Xiaotian a meaningful glance and did not force her.
No matter when, a person who deeply loves their country is worthy of respect.
"Mr. Shi, you have found a good translator! We will sign tomorrow morning!" August said to Shi Yuliang.