Chapter 618 - 616: Xue Yang: I Want to Hear Your Thoughts

Chapter 618: Chapter 616: Xue Yang: I Want to Hear Your Thoughts

Su Guoqiang didn’t hesitate and immediately had his secretary prepare a transfer contract. Without wasting a moment, he headed to Yonghui Supermarket to find Xue Yang.

Inside Yonghui Supermarket, Xue Yang fell into deep thought after hanging up the phone. He propped his head on his hand, his gaze profound and complex.

Just then, Lin Xi quietly approached and gently placed a meticulously brewed, hand-ground coffee beside him, its aroma instantly filling the air. As the final exams approached, the tense atmosphere on campus gradually faded, giving Lin Xi more time to herself. She devoted all this precious time to Yonghui Supermarket, staying by Xue Yang’s side. She would sometimes immerse herself in writing, sometimes wield her brush to sketch the comic world in her heart, and other times lose herself in her books to review her lessons.

Whenever Xue Yang was too busy with work to focus on his studies, Lin Xi would proactively take on the responsibility. She would carefully go through his textbooks, organizing the key points and difficult concepts for his review. If she encountered something she didn’t understand, she would humbly consult the relevant professors.

When the school’s professors learned that Lin Xi was organizing review materials for Xue Yang, they all patiently helped clear up her confusion. They couldn’t help but marvel. This Miss Lin is so different from the aloof image we had of her. She’s beautiful, comes from a good family, and is so well-behaved. That boy, Xue Yang, really struck gold.

Noticing Xue Yang was lost in thought, Lin Xi asked gently, "Was that Su Guoqiang on the phone just now?"

Xue Yang nodded, a complex look in his eyes. "Yes. He offered to transfer Qiangsheng Printing Factory to me at a low price."

Upon hearing this, Lin Xi asked curiously, "Is there a reason for that?"

Xue Yang sighed and slowly explained, "Recently, Qiangsheng was so eager to expand its business that it ignored the company’s actual financial situation and blindly scaled up. When I decided to cancel my order, other partner companies followed suit. This caused Qiangsheng’s capital chain to collapse instantly, landing it in deep trouble. That’s why he’s offering to sell me the company for cheap."

Hearing this, Lin Xi’s eyes flickered with concern and thought. She asked softly, "So, have you considered taking it over?"

Xue Yang looked up gently and squeezed her hand, his eyes alight with inquiry and encouragement. "What do you think? Is this mess at Qiangsheng worth acquiring?" 𝘧𝓇ℯℴ𝓂

He wasn’t shirking the responsibility of the decision. He knew very well that Lin Xi had a unique eye and keen perception for business. For a long time, she had quietly stood behind him with the demeanor of a gentle, unassuming woman. But Xue Yang had always seen and cherished the talent and wisdom hidden beneath the surface of daily life. He didn’t want to see Lin Xi’s talents go to waste. He longed for her to step boldly into the spotlight, to fight alongside him and face challenges together. This invitation wasn’t just a discussion about Qiangsheng’s future; it was a heartfelt appeal for Lin Xi to see her own worth.

Hearing this, Lin Xi’s heart fluttered with an unexpected mix of surprise and apprehension. She paused for a moment, then smiled humbly. "Me? The business world is so volatile; I’m just a layperson. How could I dare to comment? If you want a real expert, that would be Si Wen. She built a trendy apparel brand with her own intelligence and effort back in high school, and now she’s internationally acclaimed. Her opinion would definitely be more precise and sound than mine."

Xue Yang gave a gentle pull, and Lin Xi leaned forward involuntarily, landing softly in his warm embrace. In that tender moment, his thoughts seemed to become exceptionally clear. He looked down at the beauty in his arms, his tone serious and leaving no room for doubt. "I want to hear your thoughts."

Lin Xi’s cheeks flushed. She struggled lightly but couldn’t break free, so she relented and rested against his chest. "Regarding Qiangsheng Printing Factory," she said slowly, "while it’s not massive, its geographical location is uniquely advantageous for us—far better than any competitor’s. Furthermore, the design you created is so exquisite. Entrusting it to an outside factory would be worrisome. You’d have to fear that some petty thief might try to steal the fruits of your hard work. So, my recommendation is... we should acquire it."

Surprise flashed across Xue Yang’s face, quickly followed by deep approval. Lin Xi’s thoughts were perfectly in sync with his own.

"What’s wrong? Was my analysis incorrect?" Lin Xi asked, a hint of nervousness in her voice. Her eyes flickered with a mix of hope and unease.

"No," Xue Yang replied with a smile, his tone full of approval for her abilities. "Your analysis isn’t just accurate, it’s insightful. Actually, I was thinking the same thing. In that case, we’ll acquire Qiangsheng Printing Factory."

Hearing this, a blush immediately bloomed on Lin Xi’s lovely face, and her eyes sparkled with joy and pride. It was as if, in that very moment, she had found her own stage.

Xue Yang watched her from the side. He knew then that deep down, Lin Xi truly yearned for this kind of affirmation. I’ve truly been neglecting what Xiao Naimao really thinks.

「About an hour later.」

Su Guoqiang arrived with the transfer agreement. The moment he stepped into the office, his gaze landed on Lin Xi. An undisguised flicker of astonishment crossed his face, but he immediately regained his composure with immense self-control, as if the ripple of emotion had never happened.

"President Xue, Madam Xue," he greeted respectfully, each word formal and solemn.

The sudden address of "Madam Xue" was like a soft breeze stirring a calm lake, sending ripples through Lin Xi’s heart. A blush instantly consumed her cheeks, spreading with astonishing speed. It was captivatingly beautiful. Just sitting there, she was a picturesque scene in and of herself. Su Guoqiang found himself momentarily stunned again.

Xue Yang’s expression tightened. "President Su, you didn’t come all this way just to sit and have tea, did you?"

Su Guoqiang quickly snapped out of it, a hint of apology on his face. "My sincerest apologies, President Xue. I... I didn’t mean any offense. This is the formal agreement for the company’s transfer. Please look it over and have your legal department conduct a detailed review before signing." He handed over the document as he spoke, his demeanor sincere and professional.

Xue Yang called for someone from the legal department to come over. Right in front of Su Guoqiang, they carefully reviewed the transfer agreement. After a rigorous and detailed examination, the legal representative reported to Xue Yang, "President Xue, based on our preliminary review, this transfer agreement has no apparent legal flaws. It is ready for signing."

With that, the representative tactfully exited the room, leaving Xue Yang and Su Guoqiang to continue.

Su Guoqiang watched as Xue Yang signed his name on the agreement. He knew, at that moment, that the company he had poured so much of his heart and soul into no longer belonged to him.