Chapter 696: Chapter 300: Advancing Career and Romance Simultaneously!
"The host has successfully made physical contact with the target person, awarding 20,000 yuan!"
Zhang Jingdong did not immediately let go of Lin Qingci’s hand but instead said, "And we have already reached a partnership just now, so let’s also wish for a pleasant collaboration in the future and build the best social website in the country together!"
Lin Qingci was initially a bit shy and annoyed because Zhang Jingdong didn’t immediately release her hand, but listening to his words reignited the passion in her heart.
"Okay, I will do my best!"
Zhang Jingdong then released her hand.
"Let’s talk about the key points of our cooperation next."
"First, tomorrow morning, I’ll bring our group’s finance team over to sign the formal contract. I’ll invest 100 million, so I’ll take 60% equity, and you’ll have 40%. Any issues?"
Lin Qingci hesitated and said, "Honestly, there’s a bit of a problem. The current total valuation of this company is only over 10 million. With this equity distribution, you’re at a loss."
Zhang Jingdong leaned back in his chair and suddenly caught a unique scent from Lin Qingci.
Casually, he said, "Are you wearing YSL’s Water of Freedom?"
Lin Qingci was briefly stunned and then felt a little shy and annoyed because he guessed correctly!
"You... why are you asking that?"
Zhang Jingdong replied earnestly, "Just a random guess. Did I guess right?"
"Tch... alright, you guessed right, but there’s no reward for it."
Zhang Jingdong laughed and returned to the topic, "The reason for the equity distribution is because ultimately, you developed this project; it’s your baby."
"As for me, I’m just a step-father at most, although I contribute more money, but you have a deeper connection to it."
Seeing that Lin Qingci was about to break down, Zhang Jingdong quickly added, "The most crucial point is that I see great potential in this project, and I believe that all my investments today will return tenfold or even a hundredfold in the future!"
Originally, Lin Qingci felt a bit annoyed by Zhang Jingdong’s teasing words, but after hearing the last sentences, she found his reasoning sound and acknowledged that he granted her a lot of shares. So, for the sake of money, she decided to put up with it.
"...Okay."
Seeing that she didn’t lose her temper, Zhang Jingdong continued, "Second, you will be responsible for the website’s technology in the future, and I’ll handle the content. Any issues?"
Although Lin Qingci was hesitant, she had no choice.
Firstly, she’s skilled in technology and not very adept at content. Besides, Zhang Jingdong has already proven his creativity in website content earlier.
Secondly, she knew that with the current website’s content, if she were to handle it alone, it could only grow to a few million users because of its inherent nature.
So instead of creating a mediocre website by herself, she might as well let Zhang Jingdong try and perhaps bring unexpected results.
Thirdly, she realized she had no option because that was likely a prerequisite for Zhang Jingdong’s willingness to cooperate with her.
If she disagrees, he would definitely find another company as he mentioned earlier and personally handle the content.
Thinking of this, Lin Qingci nodded again, "Okay."
Zhang Jingdong then stood up, looked at Lin Qingci, and said, "Lastly, let’s change the website’s name as soon as possible; Xiaoyou Network is too limiting. From now on, let’s call it Renren Network."
Lin Qingci paused and replied, "Changing the name is fine. Honestly, I’ve always liked this name, but... the domain for Renren Network is a bit expensive."
"How much is it?"
"Last time I checked, they asked for three million."
"That’s not too expensive. Once my funds arrive, buy it within a few days."
Seeing Zhang Jingdong being so generous, and knowing the importance of a good domain for a website, Lin Qingci nodded happily, "Alright."
They chatted for a bit longer, and then Zhang Jingdong checked the time. It was almost 12 o’clock.
He then said, "I’m hungry. Shall we grab a bite to eat? You can also give me a detailed introduction to the company’s current situation."
Lin Qingci was mildly surprised and then joked, "Are you sure? Aren’t you worried about possibly running into Jieyu?"
Zhang Jingdong replied casually, "Don’t worry; Jieyu is far more understanding than you think in this regard."
Lin Qingci heard the meaning in Zhang Jingdong’s words and acted nonchalantly, nodding, "Alright."
They then walked out of the office together, through the office area, and out of the company.
About ten minutes after they left, when everyone noticed that Lin Qingci hadn’t returned, they started gossiping fervently.
"Who was that guy just now? The boss just left with him!"
"Isn’t it obvious? He’s so handsome, dressed in designer clothes, and our boss was so gentle to him. He must be the boss’s boyfriend!"
"Really? I haven’t heard anything about that. With a female entrepreneur like our boss, I’d believe it if you said she keeps a young lover, but saying she found a boyfriend? That’s hard to believe!"
"If that guy is the boss’s kept boy toy, do you think with our boss’s temper, she’d let him visit her at the office?"
"True, then this is quite mysterious!"
While they were discussing heatedly, Zhang Jingdong and Lin Qingci took the elevator to the second basement parking lot.
Lin Qingci initially thought that Zhang Jingdong also parked his car there, but then realized he was following her.
As they were approaching her car, she couldn’t help but ask, "Didn’t you drive?"