127: Chapter 125: New Product Launch 127: Chapter 125: New Product Launch When Tangyu hurried to the company, he saw Liu Shanshan, who seemed to be waiting for him at the entrance.
Seeing Liu Shanshan, Tangyu was also slightly startled; she had come to the company as well.
“Tangyu, why have you only just arrived?
If you don’t come soon, Sister Xinxin will be angry.
She’s been waiting for almost an hour,” Liu Shanshan said.
“I was delayed by something.
Where is Sister Xinxin?
I’ll go find her,” Tangyu said, just about to head to Zhao Xinxin’s office when Zhao Xinxin herself, dressed in her elegant professional attire, came over.
Seeing Tangyu, she glared at him and said, “You sure are busy, making me wait an hour for you.”
“Sorry, Sister Xinxin, I was delayed on the road,” Tangyu said.
“Hmph, if you have this attitude towards work next time, you’re finished.
Hurry up and go drive,” Zhao Xinxin snorted lightly and tossed the car keys to Tangyu.
Not daring to hesitate, Tangyu grabbed the keys and ran towards the garage.
When Tangyu drove out of the garage, Zhao Xinxin and Liu Shanshan were waiting by the roadside.
“Sister Xinxin, where are we going?” Tangyu asked.
Zhao Xinxin, still seeming angry with Tangyu, replied indifferently, “To the Shangri-La Hotel.
Don’t ask me how to get there.
If you don’t know, use the GPS.”
Women are petty creatures, Tangyu thought, pursing his lips.
From the rearview mirror, he saw Zhao Xinxin pouting slightly, which actually made her look quite cute.
It seemed that in her heart, she still cared about him quite a bit.
Otherwise, why would she act like she was throwing a tantrum?
“Sister Xinxin, that’s a five-star hotel, isn’t it?
What’s the big event today?” Tangyu asked.
Zhao Xinxin looked at Tangyu, then said to Liu Shanshan, “You explain it to Tangyu.”
Liu Shanshan nodded and said, “We’re going to attend Dali Group’s new product launch.
This launch is very important for our company because the project we’re currently striving for is the advertising campaign for several of Dali Group’s new products.
If we can successfully secure this project, our company’s performance this year will at least double compared to last year, and also elevate our company’s influence.
Sister Xinxin has put a lot of effort into obtaining a spot in this competition.
Although our company now belongs to the Lin Group and has received some funding, Lin Group can’t provide any help with performance; we still need to fight for it on our own,” Liu Shanshan explained.
“Oh, I see.
How many competitors do we have this time?” Tangyu asked.
“This project started over a month ago, and after a fierce competition, only three companies have made it to the final round.
One is our Xinxin Culture and Art, one is Shengshi Media, and another is an established and strong company called Tianyi Advertising Company.
Tianyi has been in this industry in Donglin City for over twenty years and is very rich in funds, connections, and experience.
They are one of the industry leaders.
Tianyi Advertising Company is also our biggest competitor.
Moreover, Tianyi Advertising Company has a significant advantage, as it was in charge of the planning for the series of advertisements for Dali Group’s new product release.
If the launch and market entry of these new products are successful, it will certainly give Tianyi Advertising Company a substantial advantage.
However, Shengshi Media should not be underestimated either.
Shengshi Media also has strong capabilities and is a leading company in the industry.
Plus, Shengshi Media has a great advantage as they hold a lot of celebrity resources which Dali Group will probably consider for using famous stars and big productions to enhance the influence of the new product,” Liu Shanshan said.
Tangyu had no good feelings towards Shengshi Media.
“So it sounds like we’re under a lot of pressure this time, and both competitors sound strong.
But the tougher it is, the more I admire Sister Xinxin for securing a spot in such fierce competition.
It’s impressive,” Tangyu said, smoothly flattering Zhao Xinxin.
Zhao Xinxin smiled lightly but quickly covered it up, “Don’t be slick; speak something useful.
We really are under a lot of pressure this time, but I am set on winning this project.
Securing this project is of great significance for our company’s development and might also help our company to quickly achieve a qualitative leap, and join the ranks of major industry players.”
“Absolutely, we must win, Sister Xinxin.
I believe the ultimate victory will be ours,” Tangyu nodded affirmatively and said, “But Sister Xinxin, I do have a question.
With the obvious advantages of Shengshi Media and Tianyi Advertising, I think we can only win by surprise.”
Zhao Xinxin said, “Our chance of victory this time lies in the promotion and planning for Dali Group’s new products.
If we can excel in our planning and stand out in the competition, then there’s still much hope.
Dali Group is a conglomerate, and their new product is also an ambitious venture aiming to expand their market, so they’re taking this very seriously.
The impact of this project is undoubtedly huge, and if we can successfully handle it, it would have a tremendous effect on the future of our company, just like the butterfly effect.
This is exactly why Dali Group is also adopting a public tender process, so the key to winning lies entirely in the planning, which is why I am confident in giving it our best shot,” Zhao Xinxin explained.
“Oh, that’s pretty fair, really competing on merit,” Tangyu nodded.
“By the way, Tangyu, how are things going with Changyou?
That’s also a major project, and it’s vital that we pay close attention and strive to secure it soon.
It will also be a great help as we enter the gaming market,” Zhao Xinxin suddenly asked.
“There’s been no actual progress yet, but don’t worry, Sister Xinxin, I will strive to secure the project as soon as possible,” Tangyu said.
Zhao Xinxin furrowed her brows slightly and asked, “What’s the matter?
Is there any trouble?”
“No, not really, just some minor issues.
I can handle them,” Tangyu shook his head.
Zhao Xinxin glanced at Tangyu without pressing further, “Good, I’ve almost finished discussing this case with the people from Changyou; there shouldn’t be any major problems.
However, you can’t neglect it.
Next week, delegate your other work to someone else and take full responsibility for the Changyou case with Wang Dazhuang.
Try to secure it as soon as possible to bring fresh blood to our company.
If we finalize the early negotiations, we can unfold the subsequent work smoothly.
If we don’t settle the Changyou case soon, by the time we secure the Wanda case, we’ll likely be short-staffed.
Let me know if you encounter any difficulties.”
Tangyu nodded, “I understand, Sister Xin.
I’ll definitely secure it next week.”
“Hmm, don’t be too hasty in making such promises,” Zhao Xinxin sneered and gave Tangyu a stern look.
“Haha, Sister Xin, I’m serious.
I guarantee I’ll secure it next week.
If I don’t, you can punish me as you see fit,” Tangyu said confidently.
Seeing Tangyu making such a firm commitment, Liu Shanshan looked at him with some concern.
The Changyou case was also a big case, definitely not an easy one to secure.
She also vaguely knew that Lu Youcai was in charge of the Changyou case.
Liu Shanshan knew that Lu Youcai had specifically requested Tangyu for the negotiations.
She understood there must be some trickery involved, though Tangyu hadn’t explicitly mentioned it.
From his words, she knew that no progress had been made on Friday.
“Alright, you said it yourself, I didn’t force you.
I don’t like people who are boastful and frivolous.
If you can’t secure it next week, then be prepared to be punished,” Zhao Xinxin said.
Punished?
How so, with candles, whips?
As they spoke, they arrived at the Shangri-La Hotel, which was bustling with activity.
Many cars entered the hotel’s parking lot, and banners and billboards advertising the Dali Group’s new product launch filled the area, creating quite a spectacle.
Just after parking their car, a Rolls-Royce Ghost parked beside them.
Such a dominant car; not every wealthy person could afford one.
Zhao Xinxin’s imported Audi A4L paled in comparison.
A middle-aged man in his fifties and a young, beautiful woman carrying a folder exited the car; she was obviously his secretary.
She was dressed in a provocatively attractive manner, though her beauty was enhanced by her attire.
Tangyu didn’t like women in heavy makeup; such women died in the light.
“President Chen,” Zhao Xinxin greeted the man with a smile.
The middle-aged man looked over and smiled slightly, “It’s actually Zhao President; what a coincidence.
You’re looking very stylish today, let’s go together.”
“Sure, after you, President Chen,” Zhao Xinxin nodded.
Liu Shanshan nudged Tangyu and whispered, “That’s the president of Tianyi Advertising, very wealthy and powerful.”
“Oh, indeed very wealthy and powerful,” Tangyu nodded, appreciating the show of extravagance typical of a man in a luxury car with a beautiful secretary.
Just as they were about to leave, another imposing imported Land Rover pulled up, and Zhang Guoli stepped out with a glamorous woman.
Tangyu was familiar with Zhang Guoli and felt an urge to punch him whenever he saw his face.
The glamorous woman clinging to his arm was stunning, but she also screamed social butterfly at a glance.
“That woman is a minor celebrity, always surrounded by scandals, entirely built on hype.
Look at that, she must be Zhang’s mistress, given how prominently he’s flaunting her at this public event.
Seems like there will be more scandals brewing,” Liu Shanshan whispered softly.
Tangyu then understood, no wonder she looked like a social butterfly, she actually was one.
It appeared that Shengshi Media had some clout in the celebrity world, no wonder they were entering this competition.
“Such women can only rise by selling their bodies, Shanshan.
If you were to sing or act, you’d definitely be popular and loved,” Tangyu said jokingly.
Liu Shanshan glanced at Tangyu and said, “Stop joking, I’m not cut out for that, and I don’t like the entertainment industry; it’s too chaotic.
I prefer to be an ordinary person with a stable life; I don’t have any grand ambitions, being happy and fulfilled is enough for me.”
“Haha, you really don’t have any big ambitions.
But then again, women don’t necessarily need them; it would be too exhausting.
Being ordinary and simple is actually quite good, at least it’s stable,” Tangyu said with a smile.