While the three siblings were scheming against each other

Back at the hospital, Zhou Haide obtained the latest investigation data on Hope Network Technology and finally found out the real boss.

"It was him!"

When Zhou Haide saw that familiar name, his first reaction was disbelief.

"Mr. Zhou, it is indeed him. He is the real boss, founder, and initiator of this company."

“When the company was first established, he almost never showed his face. It was always managed by a female employee named Su Jiajia. I found him through this woman named Su Jiajia.”

Secretary Wang explained the whole process, leaving Zhou Haide no choice but to believe it.

"This kid is really unexpected. Besides those companies, he has also ventured into the game industry and made such good games. I really underestimated him. No wonder he dared to reject my acquisition offer back then."

Zhou Haide recalled the scene when Zhou Chen refused his acquisition offer, and now he understood everything. Zhou Chen's confidence stemmed from this game company, which could bring him huge profits.

At the same time, it became clear why the game company refused, because Zhou Chen was the real decision-maker.

They had a falling out last time, so how could Zhou Chen possibly be willing to give up the game company?

"Mr. Zhou, I've found out the approximate revenue of Hope Technology Network. Through the game Dungeon, they earn around a million every day. You could say this game is a money-sucking beast. No wonder he refused an income of over 100 million. At this rate of making money, they could earn hundreds of millions very quickly."

Secretary Wang's words gave Zhou Haide another slight jolt.

The fact that games can make so much money is astonishing. Even Zhou Haide, who has seen it all, was surprised by the money-making power of games this time.

No wonder Li Xiaolong wanted to acquire Zhou Chen's company and had to poach the game designer; the money-making ability of games is terrifying, almost like printing money.

Not to mention Li Xiaolong, Zhou Haide at this moment wished he could take over this game company and make it his own business.

"Secretary Wang, you did a very good job and did not disappoint me."

Zhou Haide was very satisfied with Secretary Wang's investigation, patted Secretary Wang on the shoulder, and praised him.

"It's what I should do."

"Mr. Zhou, there is one more thing I need to report to you."

Secretary Wang suddenly became serious.

"Oh? What is it? Judging from your expression, it doesn't seem like a small matter. Tell me about it."

Zhou Haide raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised. He knew that even when Secretary Wang mentioned that Zhou Chen was the boss of Hope Network Technology Company, he hadn't shown this reaction.

Could it be that Secretary Wang has made some unexpected gain?

"Mr. Zhou, it's like this. I found Zhou Chen through Su Jiajia, but Su Jiajia is no longer with the game company. You'd never guess where she is now..."

After briefly keeping everyone in suspense, Secretary Wang revealed that Su Jiajia was currently managing a technology company, including the company's size.

"Are you sure this is true?"

"It's absolutely true. I suspect that the owner of this tech company might also be Zhou Chen."

Secretary Wang always says things that are sure to shock.

Zhou Haide fell silent.

This news is indeed true. It's such a bombshell. He thought that the game company belonged to Zhou Chen, which was enough to amaze him. But he never expected that it was just an appetizer.

Zhou Chen's influence has extended beyond the gaming industry to the technology sector.

Especially considering the scale of HarmonyOS Technology, with a research and development team of hundreds of people, and occupying an entire building, what does that mean? It's definitely a large company.

Milk tea shops, two-dollar stores, and exam papers—these businesses are just the tip of the iceberg for Zhou Chen. HarmonyOS Technology is probably his most powerful business.

What's most noteworthy is that this company has always kept a low profile. If he hadn't asked Secretary Wang to investigate the game company, he might never have known that Zhou Chen had this business.

He previously looked down on Zhou Chen, disregarding her and considering her business as insignificant. He thought Zhou Chen's business was just small-scale and that it was an honor for her to even be noticed by him.

But now,

Zhou Haide had to re-evaluate Zhou Chen's character.

A college student, in just one or two years, has built so many businesses, each one well-managed. All of them combined might rival the Li family's.

The shock Zhou Haide felt can be imagined.

"Mr. Zhou, to be honest, I have never seen such a prodigy. At such a young age, he has achieved such a brilliant career and is still able to keep a low profile. I have a feeling that if I give him a few more years, his achievements will definitely be at the level of a giant in the industry."

"I even think that he will become a world-class tycoon in the future."

Secretary Wang's praise was certainly high.

But Zhou Haide knew that Secretary Wang was not exaggerating on purpose; judging from Zhou Chen's current achievements, he did indeed have that potential.

Secretary Wang has been by his side for many years and has seen many geniuses, but Zhou Chen is the first person to be praised like this.

It has to be said that Zhou Haide couldn't help but feel a strong sense of envy and jealousy at this moment.

He married into the Li family and climbed up the ranks to get where he is today by clinging to their coattails. But even so, he is still just an agent. He may seem high and mighty, but he has no real power at all.

But what about Zhou Chen?

He is a young man from a small town who came from a remote place, but his achievements far surpass those of Zhou Chen. He owns nearly ten companies that are involved in multiple fields. Compared with Zhou Chen, his achievements seem so ridiculous and shameful.

"If Young Master Xiaolong were to become his opponent, he would have a tough battle to fight."

"This person is difficult to deal with."

"But isn't it better this way?"

Faced with Secretary Wang's concerns, Zhou Haide suddenly smiled, no longer displaying his previous serious demeanor.

Secretary Wang paused slightly, as if suddenly realizing something, and nodded in agreement: "Mr. Zhou is right. When Young Master Xiaolong runs into a wall, the old man will keep increasing the stakes. At that time, Mr. Zhou, you can legitimately intervene."

"Haha... Secretary Wang really understands me."

Zhou Haide suddenly burst into laughter. Secretary Wang already knew about his scheme to take over the Li family business, and he didn't hide it from him. Zhou Haide knew that Secretary Wang was his most trusted confidant. His greatest achievement in all these years with the Li family was bringing Secretary Wang under his wing and making him his right-hand man.

"Secretary Wang, tell Xiaolong the information you found."

"Let's not talk about HarmonyOS Technology for now."

"Let him know who Zhou Chen is first, and give him a heads-up that Zhou Chen is not easy to deal with."

Zhou Haide gave the instructions.

Secretary Wang nodded in agreement and then left the room. Zhou Haide still had a faint smile on his face. Zhou Chen was such a hard whetstone, which was actually a good thing for him. It would also make his good son suffer a loss, so that he could reap the benefits.

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