Chapter 147 English Speech Contest

"Don't be angry, I'll wash you when we get home!"

Oops, did you take the wrong medicine? Why are you being so gentle?

Gu Xun snorted coldly, got up from the ground, brushed off the dust, and then took out a pre-prepared contract and handed it to the girl. "Shengxun is expanding its territory and will be selling in Rongcheng. How many shares are you planning to buy? Brother Jiang, you can also invest!"

"Don't take me with you, I'm not interested in doing business!"

Most importantly, he had no spare money; the few thousand yuan he had saved was for college and paying off someone's debts.

"Tsk tsk tsk, what a great money-making opportunity! Why don't you know how to cherish it! Yunxia, ​​let me give you a heads-up beforehand. Liu Yunjuan's family will also be involved in this business. You understand, business is easier with local businessmen involved, but the shares..."

"I understand dilution. I'll invest 100,000 yuan, plus my technology as equity. You know, without my plant extract (green water), the taste of the juice will be greatly compromised!"

"Don't worry, we've known each other for so many years, don't you know my character? How could I let you suffer a loss? Take a look at the contract!"

"Investing 100,000 for a 2% stake, and contributing technology for a 15% stake—that's acceptable, I'll sign!"

Wow, 100,000 yuan for a 2% stake! That means this business deal involves millions of yuan. I guess they're going to build a factory in Rongcheng and rent land to grow fruits and vegetables!

The contract is made in triplicate. After signing, each party keeps one copy, and the remaining copy is kept on file.

"Hey, with you on board, this deal is half done! When's the English speech contest finals? I'll come cheer you on!"

Yun Xia overcame numerous obstacles to reach the finals, where she was to give a speech at the city stadium in front of outstanding teachers and successful entrepreneurs from across the city. However, she was not nervous at all, as she had experienced many similar situations in her previous life.

"Next Saturday, starting at 9 a.m., at the city stadium. Getting tickets shouldn't be a problem for you, right?"

Upon hearing this, the boy brushed a stray hair from his forehead and said arrogantly, "Of course, who am I?"

Yun Xia chuckled, casually exchanged a few words, agreed on the cooperation details, and then left the abandoned bridge with Jiang Chao.

"Jiang Chao, the college entrance exam is in two years. Have you decided what to study?"

"Chemical engineering, scientific research, computer science—any field is fine!"

When he mentioned the word 'computer', his eyes lit up like stars in the night sky!

"How about... we buy you a computer so you can practice!"

The boy was initially touched, then became angry. "Ten thousand yuan a unit? Are you burning money?"

Yes, in the early days of technology, a bulky, large computer cost 10,000 yuan. "Buy a second-hand one; you won't need that much!"

"Items costing tens of thousands of yuan aren't unusable, they just won't be obsolete. If you buy a second-hand one, it won't last more than a few days before it breaks down, and you'll have nowhere to complain. Besides, if you want to study computer science, there are plenty of opportunities in university."

Yunxia lowered her head and thought about it for a moment. She realized that it made sense. Having a computer might even affect her grades. "Okay, don't be angry. It was my oversight. Come on, let's go home and I'll make you braised pork."

"Hmph, hurry up!"

Seeing that he said that, she knew he was no longer angry, so she quickly followed him with small steps.

Before they knew it, it was next Saturday. At the city stadium, a few people escorted Yunxia inside.

"Aunt Wu, I can do it. You go back to the supermarket and help out first!"

Even though it was a girl giving a speech, Wu Lifang seemed even more nervous than her. "Xiaxia, don't be nervous. It doesn't matter whether your grades are good or bad. Auntie will cook you something delicious tonight!"

"Aunt Wu, don't be nervous, it's just a small matter. Take An'an home quickly!"

The rule stipulated that each participant could only bring two family members, so little An'an, who couldn't understand English, had to go back with her mother to wait for news.

After the family members were seated, Yunxia was led backstage, where the room was filled with brightly dressed speakers.

"Xiaxia, it really is you! I thought I was seeing things!" A girl in a festive pink thick coat pushed through the crowd and walked gracefully towards them.

"Xiao Nian, you're here too?"

"Yes, the first prize is 100 yuan, how attractive is that? If I win the prize, I won't have to worry about my allowance for a year. I also have to thank you. If you hadn't reminded me, I wouldn't even have anyone cheering me on right now!"

"Oh, you're so smart, you understand so quickly. While there's still some time, memorize the passage, you'll have to give a speech without notes later!"

"Yes, Xiaxia is right!"

Even though she was a few years older, Liu Xiaonian was still a fan of the young girl and would listen to her every word.

"Oh, a public school student participating in an international competition? They're just here to embarrass themselves, aren't they?" a stylish yet composed young girl mocked.

"So what if it's a public school? The teaching staff is no worse than that of private schools. Hmph, let's see who's better on the field." After saying that, she rolled her eyes at him, turned around and found a quiet corner to read the draft alone.

Suddenly, a young girl stumbled and knocked over the draft in Yun Xia's hand. "I'm sorry, I'm really sorry, I was just too nervous."

The girl bent down to pick up the draft from the ground, tidied it up, and handed it to her with both hands, repeatedly apologizing.

"It's okay, just be more careful next time you walk!"

It was just a minor incident, and Yunxia didn't take it to heart. However, during the official competition, the girl who bumped into her happened to be in front of her in line, and coincidentally, her English speech was exactly the same as Yunxia's prepared speech, without changing a single word.

"I never expected that we would be so in sync and choose the same article!" The girl said with a smile during the break in the host's script reading.

"Oh, really? You're quite impressive. You memorized it perfectly after just a few glances. With that kind of talent, you could do anything! Hey, don't try to deny it. I wrote this article myself; it wasn't published in a newspaper!"

With her scheme exposed, the girl simply stopped pretending, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. "Hmph, just because you say you wrote it, does that mean you did? Girl, don't blame anyone but yourself for being so unlucky. A poor student from a public school dares to compare yourself to someone from an international school? I... I'm doing this for your own good!"

"Hey, you don't think I'm only preparing one article, do you? Good dogs don't block the way, move aside, it's my turn."

Upon hearing this, the girl stomped her feet in anger, and only left reluctantly when her companions called out to her.

On the other side, in the audience, Feng Jingling frowned slightly and said worriedly, "Hiss, was Little Butterfly plagiarized? Or was it plagiarized? The second person is at a disadvantage with an identical speech."

"It's just a minor setback, nothing to defeat Yun Xia!"

Jiang Chao had great confidence in the girl's ability to adapt to unexpected situations.

"...Next, please welcome speaker number 56, Yun Xia, whose speech is titled 'The Spring Breeze of Reform Sweeps Across the Land'."

Amid cheers, the bright young woman gracefully walked onto the stage, introduced herself in fluent English, and then began her impromptu speech!

He started by discussing the inevitable factors behind the rise of reform, then talked about how private enterprises were springing up like mushrooms after rain, describing the current situation of rapid economic development and increased job opportunities. He concluded by envisioning a bright future, and finally smiled and bowed to the audience!