Chapter 369: Hongmen Banquet
The next morning, I was sitting at the dressing table putting on my makeup when my cell phone suddenly vibrated. It was Mr. Song's personal number.
"Miss Gu," Mr. Song's steady voice came from the other end of the phone, "Are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to a simple meal."
I put down my eyebrow pencil and looked at the calendar: "Since Mr. Song has invited me, I am naturally free."
"Okay, then seven o'clock, the same place." Mr. Song paused, "Bring your assistant along."
After hanging up the phone, I was lost in thought. Mr. Song suddenly invited me to a banquet and asked me to bring Xu Sisi along. There must be a hidden meaning behind this.
"Sisi," I pressed the intercom, "get ready and accompany me to a dinner party tonight."
"Okay, Sister Gu," Xu Sisi's voice was full of excitement, "But what kind of dinner is it?"
Then she added, I guess it was the Hongmen Banquet.
"Hongmen Banquet? It's possible, so we have to be prepared."
"But why are you so anxious?" Xu Sisi asked with a questioning tone.
"Maybe it's because of Moko Jewelry. I can't explain it clearly over the phone. I'll tell you when we meet tonight. By the way, bring all the latest project information with you."
"clear."
After hanging up the phone, I walked to the dressing room and ran my fingers through rows of high-end custom dresses. Finally, I chose a navy blue silk long dress, which was both solemn and elegant.
Jiang Yichen heard the conversation between me and Sisi and asked me, "Be careful this time. If anything happens, contact me immediately, okay?"
He looked at me like a little kid, "I know!"
Jiang Yichen smiled and said, "She is trying to win you over further. Not just anyone can attend the Song family's dinner party. It seems that she is very interested in your project."
I frowned: "Should we go then?"
Jiang Yichen nodded: "Of course I will go. But you have to be careful of Song Yang. He might test you at the dinner party or even try to win you over."
I took a deep breath and nodded: "Okay, I'll pay attention."
I answered obediently while fixing my hair.
"Today is a day off. You stay at home. I have some things to do at the company. I will be back after work."
"good."
At 6pm, Xu Sisi came to pick me up on time. She was wearing a beige business suit, which made her look capable and friendly.
"Sister Gu," Xu Sisi handed me a document after we got in the car, "This is the latest development of the Song Group. They seem to be preparing a new project."
I quickly scanned the documents, frowning slightly: "New energy? This is not the style of the Song family."
"I found it strange, too," Xu Sisi said, "so I checked it out. I found that they have been very close to several technology companies recently."
When we arrived at the club, it was exactly seven o'clock. The waiter led us through the quiet corridor and came to an elegant box. Mr. Song was already sitting there, making tea.
"Ms. Gu is here," he raised his head, his eyes sharp, "Is this Assistant Xu?"
I noticed that his gaze stayed on Xu Sisi for a few more seconds. This made me more convinced that tonight was a Hongmen Banquet.
I nodded slightly and said with a smile, "Mr. Song has good eyesight. This is my assistant Xu Sisi."
Xu Sisi bowed slightly and said politely, "Mr. Song, I have long heard of your great name."
Mr. Song showed a meaningful smile on his face and raised his hand to signal us to sit down: "Ms. Gu and Assistant Xu, please take a seat. I invited you two here today just to have a small gathering and exchange ideas."
After we sat down, Mr. Song poured tea for us himself, but his eyes kept wandering around Xu Sisi: "Assistant Xu is so young, but he can investigate things so clearly. I really admire him. My Song Group is in need of someone as capable as Assistant Xu recently."
My heart tightened. As I expected, Mr. Song wanted to poach my people. I took the teacup with a smile and took a sip. "Mr. Song, you are too kind. Xu Sisi is my capable assistant and has helped me a lot. I can't bear to let her go."
Xu Sisi immediately chimed in, "Mr. Song, I am grateful to Sister Gu for her appreciation, and I am here today. I will do my best to serve Sister Gu."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Song narrowed his eyes slightly, but the smile on his face did not diminish: "Ms. Gu and Assistant Xu have a deep relationship, which is really enviable. However, I mentioned this matter today not because I have to poach Assistant Xu, but because I am eager to recruit talents."
I was alert in my heart, but I still kept smiling on the surface: "Mr. Song loves talents, I understand. However, I believe that the Song Group is full of talents, and Xu Sisi is not lacking. But I am very interested in the new energy project of the Song Group this time."
When Mr. Song heard me change the subject, he didn't get angry. He leaned back in his chair and folded his hands, "Miss Gu is interested in new energy projects? Tell me about it. I also want to hear Miss Gu's opinion."
I put down the teacup and said seriously, "New energy projects are the trend of the future. The Song Group can get involved in this field, which shows that Mr. Song has a long-term vision. However, as far as I know, the competition in the new energy field is fierce, and the technology is updated quickly. The Song Group does not seem to have much experience in this area. I wonder what Mr. Song's plan is?"
Mr. Song raised his lips slightly, as if he had been prepared for my question: "Ms. Gu is indeed sharp. Although our Song Group lacks experience in the field of new energy, we have our own advantages. We have recently cooperated with several technology companies to make up for our technical shortcomings. Moreover, I believe that with the financial strength and resources of the Song Group, we will be able to gain a firm foothold in this field."
Xu Sisi added, "Mr. Song, although technology companies have technology, they may lack in business operations and marketing. If the Song Group wants to succeed in the field of new energy, it needs to work hard in these two areas."
Mr. Song looked at Xu Sisi with interest: "Assistant Xu is right. I wonder what Assistant Xu thinks about business operations and marketing?"
Xu Sisi said calmly: "In terms of business operations, the Song Group can integrate resources, optimize the supply chain, and reduce costs. In terms of marketing, it can formulate differentiated marketing strategies based on different customer groups. For example, for ordinary consumers, it can emphasize the cost-effectiveness and environmental advantages of the product; for corporate customers, it can highlight the stability of the product and after-sales service."
After hearing this, Mr. Song's eyes flashed with admiration: "Assistant Xu is really capable, and these insights are very valuable. Miss Gu, you are lucky to have such an assistant."
I smiled and said, "Mr. Song, you are too kind. However, I believe that the Song Group's team must have its own plans and strategies. What I am more concerned about is whether the Song Group's new energy project will have an impact on our business."
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