Chapter 2215 - 715: Su Yu vs Ouyang Xianyue (3)

Zheng Qiudong was surrounded by several well-known big names in the venture capital circle, chatting and laughing.

And Qin Yingxue, as the representative of [Qingning Technology], was naturally also one of the most popular focal points of the event.

Shen Yuyan held her wine glass, quietly pondering the right moment to step in.

She knew very clearly that both Zheng Qiudong and Qin Yingxue were people in Tang Song’s core inner circle, with very close ties to him and an exalted status.

This time, the fact that she was able to slip into her new identity so quickly and gain a preliminary understanding of the complex internal structure of [Xuanji Light Realm] was all thanks to the full support of Zheng Qiudong’s team.

She very much longed to truly befriend people like them, not just maintain a working relationship.

Of course, this stemmed from the innate drive in her bones, but in this moment, there was also a genuine desire that had arisen because of Tang Song.

She wanted to understand his world more deeply, to enter his inner heart.

Just as she was thinking, Qin Yingxue seemed to have finished a round of socializing; her gaze swept over and she nodded slightly to her.

Then she picked up her glass and walked over with unhurried steps.

Shen Yuyan’s heart stirred; she hurriedly went up to greet her. "Chairman Qin, long time no see."

"Long time no see. Congratulations, Shirley, on becoming Chief Ecosystem Officer of Xuanji Light Realm." Qin Yingxue’s voice was calm and gentle.

"Thank you, Chairman Qin. There’s still so much I need to learn from you and all the seniors." Shen Yuyan kept her posture very humble.

"It’s too noisy here." Qin Yingxue glanced at the noisy crowd around them and gently suggested, "If you don’t mind, shall we go sit for a while in the negotiation room upstairs?"

"Of course! After you!" Shen Yuyan, flattered, agreed at once.

The two of them went one after the other to the quiet VIP negotiation room on the second floor and sat facing each other.

After the server brought in hot tea, he quietly withdrew and closed the door, shutting out the clamor and glitter downstairs.

Qin Yingxue lifted her teacup, her gaze carrying a subtle, unreadable scrutiny as it fell on Shen Yuyan.

She had to admit, the woman before her—once the school beauty of Yan City University of Science and Technology—was outstanding in looks, figure, and performance at the summit.

Compared to that hedonistic Lin Muxue who wore all her thoughts on her face, the one in front of her clearly looked more like an "assistant" who could actually get things done.

Shen Yuyan took a deep breath and was the first to break the silence. "Chairman Qin, you sought me out specially—do you have something you want to talk about?"

Qin Yingxue set down her cup and smiled. "Don’t be nervous, it’s just a casual chat. Shirley, you’ve officially joined [Xuanji Light Realm]. How does it feel?"

"It’s very challenging, but I’ve gained a lot as well." Shen Yuyan weighed her words. "The team TY Precision has put together is extremely professional, and Chairman Zheng’s team has also given me tremendous support. I’m honored to be part of this."

"That’s good." Qin Yingxue nodded, then shifted the topic and asked seemingly offhand, "And what’s your impression of Chairman Ouyang?"

Shen Yuyan’s expression tightened.

The question came too abruptly; it clearly felt off.

She thought for a moment and answered carefully, "Chairman Ouyang entrusted Secretary Chen to receive me. I haven’t had a chance to meet her alone yet. But she’s an entrepreneur I respect deeply—visionary and insightful, a role model for me to learn from."

Qin Yingxue watched her, smiling faintly without following up.

The air between them went quiet for a brief moment.

Under her gaze, Shen Yuyan began to feel a bit unnerved; her back tensed slightly.

After a while, Qin Yingxue spoke in a level tone. "By the way, Shirley, have you read up on the upcoming global shareholders’ meeting of [Smile Holding]?"

Shen Yuyan instantly straightened, her tone becoming sincere and excited. "Of course I have. I’ve always been a loyal fan of Chairman Jin. As one of the most mysterious and colossal top-tier holding groups in the world, every shareholders’ meeting of [Smile Holding]..."

She then launched into a heartfelt, well-structured round of ’rainbow praise’ for [Smile Holding] and Chairman Jin—talking from the angles of strategic layout, global influence, and Chairman Jin’s personal charm.

After all, the woman in front of her wasn’t just a board member of [Qingning Technology]; she was also one of Chairman Jin Meixiao’s closest aides.

Qin Yingxue neither agreed nor disagreed, just looked at her with the corners of her lips slightly raised.

"Looks like Assistant Shen is indeed very enthusiastic. Once you’re in New York, you might get to talk to Chairman Jin in person."

Shen Yuyan froze and blurted out in astonishment, "Me? Going to New York? And talking to Chairman Jin? That..."

Seeing her bewildered expression, Qin Yingxue said with a smile, "Seems President Tang and Assistant Lin both haven’t mentioned this to you. President Tang will be attending the annual [Smile Holding] shareholders’ meeting in person."

What?! Tang Song is going to attend the shareholders’ meeting?!

Shen Yuyan’s heart suddenly started pounding wildly.

For a moment, her thoughts were almost thrown into chaos.

All kinds of doubts, hidden connections, and hazy conjectures seemed to piece together a shocking outline in her mind.

She drew a deep breath and carefully asked, "So... between President Tang and [Smile Holding], there’s..."

After speaking, she stared fixedly at Qin Yingxue’s reaction.

Qin Yingxue smiled faintly and picked up where she had trailed off. "Assistant Shen should be aware of [Smile Holding]’s main shareholder structure, right?"

Shen Yuyan quickly searched her memory and replied, "Chairman Jin personally, Tang Jin Capital, Kate Trust Fund, plus three overseas asset management firms and two mysterious SPVs."

"That’s right." Qin Yingxue nodded and calmly added, "Those two SPVs eventually converge under an offshore company called Silent Crown SPV Limited. And the actual controller of that company is President Tang."

Boom—

Shen Yuyan felt as if her mind had been struck by lightning; her thoughts went completely blank.