Chapter 479: Good Wife
On the evening of March 5th, the warm yellow lights in the faculty and staff dormitory building of Beihang University created a cozy atmosphere.
The nanny carefully cleared the dishes on the dining table, and the porcelain made a crisp sound when it collided with each other.
Song Zhang and Liu Xiaoxian had already moved to sit on the sofa in the living room.
On TV, the host of CCTV-1's "Daily Express" reported the summary of the national conference agenda that day in clear and clear voice.
Suddenly, the scene changed and the announcer's voice brought out a brief message.
The next second, the two saw their son Song Ci's figure suddenly appear in the center of the screen. It was the scene in the morning in the hall of the Great Hall of the People, calmly answering questions from Chinese and foreign reporters.
Under the camera, Song Ci has an upright posture, and his well-tailored suit makes him look even more calm and composed. Facing tricky questions from all sides, he remains calm and composed, with outstanding demeanor.
"National People's Representative Song Ci expressed confidence in the country's economic development, believing that in the new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, Chinese companies will seize opportunities and move towards a new stage of high-quality development..."
"Yuan Dan is so handsome." Liu Xiaoxian looked at her son talking on the screen, a proud smile on the corners of her eyes and eyebrows, and she couldn't help but lean forward slightly, as if she could see more clearly.
Song Zhang's heart was also filled with emotion, and he sighed: "Yes, it's been more than 20 years. He was so small back then, I was afraid of dropping him when I held him in my arms, and now..."
He paused, as if he couldn't find the right words to describe it, and finally said, "...I really didn't expect it."
He never expected that his son would reach such a height today, becoming a business tycoon and the richest man in Asia, making a golden phoenix that shocked the world fly out of the scholarly family of the Song family.
Sometimes, even he, as a father, feels that this honor is unreal, as if in a dream.
After the "Daily Express" ended, Song Zhang picked up the remote control and switched to Peking TV.
Not long after, the TV series "Silent Shorthand" starring daughter-in-law Liu Shishi appeared on the screen.
This drama caused a viewing frenzy when it was first broadcast on CCTV Channel 8. Now it is being rebroadcast on Beijing Satellite TV and its popularity remains, firmly occupying the ratings championship of all provincial satellite TV stations in the same time period except CCTV.
In the picture, the heroine Song Hongling, played by Liu Shishi, is transmitting information with a lively expression and full of tension.
Song Zhang was watching with great interest. Suddenly, he remembered something and said, "Hey, Shishi's birthday is coming up in a few days, right? Should we invite our in-laws over and have a meal together?"
Liu Xiaoxian glanced at her husband, her tone hinting at "Do I need you to tell me this?"
"New Year's Day has been arranged long ago. I heard that they have booked the restaurant on the top floor of the China World Trade Center and are waiting to celebrate my wife's birthday.
Director Song, please don't be too busy performing surgeries and working overtime. Just stand him up."
Song Zhang laughed when he heard this and quickly assured, "Don't worry, I'll adjust my shifts in advance." Turning his gaze back to the TV, he gave a fair assessment, "Shishi's acting in this drama is indeed good and very profound."
Seeing the steady and dignified daughter-in-law in the play gradually overlapping with the gentle image in real life, I couldn't help but smile and said, "At this rate, maybe our family can produce a people's artist."
Liu Xiaoxian curled her lips and did not respond to her husband's words about "artists", but she felt in her heart that her daughter-in-law's acting was ultimately "showing herself in public" and was not the most serious thing.
His son Song Ci now has a family fortune of trillions and a huge business empire. The most important thing at the moment is to give birth to an heir as soon as possible to expand and pass on this family business.
Shishi is already 26 years old, and having a child is a top priority for her. But her son dotes on his wife too much.
Liu Xiaoxian considers herself a sensible intellectual, not an ignorant gossip. She never reveals this idea to outsiders, and only occasionally talks to her husband about her desire to have a grandchild.
She and Song Zhang responded to the policy and only gave birth to Song Ci, their precious baby. Now that their children are in such good conditions, they should have more children. Having a large family is a blessing.
Once the thought came to her, she couldn't suppress it. She couldn't help but say to Song Zhang, "When I meet my mother-in-law this time, I have to bring up this matter and urge Shishi to do something. Career is important, but having a baby can't be delayed."
Although Song Zhang also looked forward to having a grandson, he felt that bringing this up on a birthday would be a bit of a spoiler.
So he advised, "It's better to talk about something happy at the birthday party. If you want to hasten the birth, it's not too late to talk about it slowly after the birthday when you find a chance."
Liu Xiaoxian frowned, clearly disagreeing, but she swallowed her words in the end, muttering slightly dissatisfiedly, "Got it."
But his eyes turned to the TV screen again, and he was already thinking about how to "casually" bring up this topic with his mother-in-law.
At the same time, the scene at Jingyuan Private Residence was completely different.
Compared to the old-fashioned warmth of his parents' home, Song Ci and Liu Shishi's living room exudes modern luxury.
The Daily Express was also broadcast on the TV screen.
Song Ci leaned back on the sofa, staring calmly at the news segment about himself, his face expressionless.
Liu Shishi was like a lazy kitten, nestled in her husband's warm arms, her slender fingers swiping the screen of her mobile phone as she concentrated on browsing Weibo.
Not surprisingly, topics such as #National Representatives of Song Ci# and #Song Ci Speech# were seen at the top of the hot search list.
I clicked on it and read the comments with great interest. I softly read out a few highly praised messages, with a sweet and proud voice:
"Yiyi, look at this. 'Young man in fine clothes and galloping horses! Song Ci is truly handsome, with an incredible aura. Standing in that row of people, he practically glows!' ... Netizens really know how to praise."
"And this one: 'Huawei and Tenda, Mr. Song and Mr. Ren, this photo together is profoundly meaningful, it feels like the collision and fusion of two eras.'"
"That's quite true. 'Song Ci has become increasingly low-key.' Apart from Liu Shishi occasionally showing off her handsome husband, she hasn't appeared in the news for a long time.
Compared to the high-profile interviews and speeches given by other bigwigs every now and then, it’s different.’”
Liu Shishi glanced over and saw more netizens discussing:
"The combination of looks and intelligence is overwhelming. The male protagonist in the novel is reflected in reality, and he is a representative of the people!"
"Am I the only one curious about Mr. Song's daily life from Senior Sister's perspective? Please show more affection!"
Song Ci listened to his wife's soft voice reciting these comments, which were either praises or teasing, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly.
He wrapped his arms around her slender waist and held her tightly, resting his chin lightly on the top of his wife's head, and the familiar fragrance of her hair lingered on his nose.
He doesn't care much about outside opinions, but he particularly enjoys his wife's little admiration and desire to share.
As the Daily Express drew to a close, Song Ci emerged from his contemplation, tilted his head slightly, and said softly to Liu Shishi in his arms:
"Shishi, please help me arrange a banquet at the Four Seasons Hotel tomorrow night. I want to host a banquet for Huawei CEO Ren."
Upon hearing this, Liu Shishi looked up, blinked her bright eyes, and immediately entered the state of "good wife" and asked carefully: "How many guests are there?
Do I have any special food preferences or dietary restrictions? Do I need to communicate this with the hotel in advance? "This is an important banquet my husband has solemnly requested, so every detail must be carefully considered.
Song Ci's expression straightened. "Not many, just two. President Ren and his subordinate Yu Chendong. Keep the food light and the environment quiet. I have something important to discuss with President Ren this time."
Liu Shishi nodded in understanding and asked, "Do you need me to join you?"
Song Ci was amused by his wife's serious look. He kissed her smooth cheek hard and said jokingly, "Of course! I'm actually a socially anxious person. I can't live without my wife. I rely on you to keep things under control."
"That's right!" Liu Shishi was amused, a little pride on her face, "I was taken away by Mr. Song, but I can control the situation and make sure that Mr. Song will not lose face."
The couple laughed and chatted for a while. Song Ci looked at the beautiful woman in his arms with a cute smile, and his heart was filled with love. He couldn't help but bite her delicate face a few times, which made Liu Shishi dodge with a smile.
After a while of being bored, Song Ci got up and went upstairs to the study: "I need to prepare the speech for tomorrow's meeting."
"Well, don't stay up too late." Liu Shishi reminded her considerately, watching her husband's tall back walk up the stairs.
Then he picked up his phone again, contacted the hotel manager, and began carefully arranging the banquet for tomorrow night. Under the light, his profile was gentle and focused.
The next evening, the sunset glowed across the sky, dazzling and brilliant.
Inside the VIP box on the top floor of the Four Seasons Hotel, the lights cast a warm glow, and the air was filled with a faint scent of sandalwood, refreshing and soothing.
Liu Shishi, who arrived earlier, was carefully scanning the furnishings in the box:
A round table made of huanghuali wood is placed in the middle, and a set of sofas and coffee tables are set by the window for people to take a nap before meals; the ink paintings on the wall have a distant artistic conception, adding a bit of elegance to the space.
Beside her, the hotel manager bowed slightly, his attitude respectful, a fawning smile on his face: "Madam, please take a look at where the layout is not appropriate, and we will improve it immediately."
The manager was so respectful not only because the person in front of him was the wife of the richest man, but also because Liu Shishi herself was a major shareholder of the Four Seasons Hotel and had the power of life and death over the hotel managers.
"That's it, well done." Liu Shishi looked at it carefully, confirmed that it was correct, and nodded slightly.
"As long as my lady is satisfied. I will be waiting next door tonight. Please feel free to tell me if you need anything."
The manager breathed a sigh of relief and was about to quietly leave the box with several waiters behind him.
Just at this moment, the heavy wooden door was pushed open by a waiter, who then stepped aside to make room and respectfully invited a guest in.
Liu Shishi looked in the direction of the voice and saw a middle-aged man in a dark suit enter the box. He was about forty years old, with a capable face and a calm demeanor.
I immediately understood that this person must be Yu Chendong, the head of Huawei's terminal business, who my husband had specifically called me at noon to mention that he would be here a while earlier.
Just as he was about to step forward to greet her, Yu Chendong at the door was quicker. He immediately recognized the radiant and elegant woman in the box as none other than Song Ci's wife, the renowned Liu Shishi.
Yu Chendong didn't dare to be negligent. He immediately quickened his pace, a warm and humble smile on his face, and said in a powerful voice: "Hello, Madam Song! I have long heard of your name, and today I am finally honored to meet you."
Liu Shishi was graceful and composed. "Hello, Mr. Yu. My husband and Mr. Ren just finished their meeting and are on their way here. Please take a seat here."
"Madam, you are too polite." Yu Chendong readily agreed and sat down on the mahogany chair beside him.
Liu Shishi also sat down, and a smart waitress immediately came forward and served two cups of tea, with the aroma of tea rising in the air.
To avoid a dull atmosphere, Liu Shishi took a sip of her tea and started a small talk: "What business is Mr. Yu in charge of at Huawei?"
Yu Chendong smiled and replied, "I'm mainly responsible for the company's terminal business. To put it bluntly, it means making mobile phones."
"Boss Yu also makes mobile phones?" Liu Shishi's eyebrows curved slightly when she heard this, as if her interest was piqued. "Then you and Boss Lei can be considered to be in the same line of work."
"Mr. Lei from Xiaomi? I didn't expect that my wife is also familiar with Mr. Lei." A gleam of light flashed in Yu Chendong's eyes.
As the president of Huawei's terminal business, he has always paid close attention to this rival who founded Xiaomi and disrupted the mobile phone market with the Internet model.
After Xiaomi mobile phone was launched on the market, it almost launched a dimensionality reduction attack on the domestic copycat mobile phone market with its extremely high cost-effectiveness and unique fan culture. Its momentum is so strong that it cannot be underestimated.
Liu Shishi smiled slightly and said naturally, "My husband and Mr. Lei are friends. They often exchange business experiences."
After a pause, as if he suddenly remembered something, he continued in a tone that sounded like he was sharing an interesting anecdote: "Mr. Yu, since you're also making mobile phones, you have to work harder.
Xiaomi is planning to release a blockbuster new phone this year, which is said to feature an intelligent voice assistant similar to the Apple iPhone 4S.
These words seemed unintentional, like ordinary casual talk among ladies, but when they fell into Yu Chendong's ears, they were like thunder!
When the Siri function of Apple mobile phones was launched, it shocked the entire industry with its unprecedented human-computer interaction experience, and greatly enhanced Apple's brand image of technological leadership and high-end premium capabilities.
I never expected that Xiaomi, which has always been focusing on the mid-to-low-end market and known for its cost-effectiveness, would be able to follow up with such a cutting-edge function so quickly? It's incredible!
If this is true, it is undoubtedly a very threatening signal for Huawei mobile phones that are striving to enter the mid-to-high-end market!
Yu Chendong's heart was shaken, but he remained expressionless. He quickly picked up the teacup to conceal his momentary loss of composure and took the opportunity to test his judgment:
"Oh? Ma'am, this news is really ahead of the times. I wonder where you heard it from? The technical threshold for intelligent voice is not low."
Liu Shishi's face was calm and composed, as if she was talking about a trivial matter: "I am the spokesperson for Xiaomi mobile phone!
My husband told me that Xiaomi's smart voice assistant uses Tenda's core speech recognition and semantic understanding technologies.
Yu Chendong suddenly understood!
I was just wondering how Xiaomi could suddenly achieve a breakthrough in cutting-edge functions. It turns out that it was thanks to the technical support of Tenda!
At this moment, the sense of urgency and crisis in my heart is lingering.
Just as Yu Chendong's mind was racing as he quickly digested this unexpected information, the corners of Liu Shishi's mouth rose slightly, barely perceptible.
A glint of relief flashed in her eyes. The small task her husband had assigned her at noon—to "accidentally" leak the news to Yu Chendong—was successfully completed. Perfect!
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