Chapter 82 The moon shines brightly, but the stars and the moon...
The moon shines brightly, but the stars also shine alongside it.
Jiang Miaomiao said to Chen Shi'an, "Even if they implicate Xia Renyao, there is indeed no evidence to convict him. As far as I know, in addition to the casinos in Macau, Xia Renyao also opened several arcades in Shenzhen, which are still mostly gambling establishments."
Chen Shi'an nodded, "No matter how much we make a fuss about this kind of shady business, Xia Renyao won't dare to bring it out in the open."
Jiang Miaomiao smiled and said, "So, can you make a scene successfully?"
Chen Shian nodded firmly, but his tone turned sarcastic: "Otherwise, would it have been successful if we had entrusted it to someone like Ren Ziwei?"
Suddenly being called out, Ren Ziwei glared and said, "What does this have to do with me?"
Chen Shi'an said disdainfully, "Currently, we are officially fighting against Xia Renyao. I heard that he has already won over the Shan family, the local tycoon Xie family, and other groups. So, we are facing a situation of 'uniting to fight as a group, or fighting one-on-one if we split up.' But Jiang Miaomiao has brains, Han Cuo has power, Jiang Si has people, and I have strength. What about you? Ren, you can't just stomp your feet and act cute, can you?"
Ren Ziwei snorted, "My all-around development is something I'll make as the grand finale; it's not something a commoner like you can comprehend."
Chen Shi'an only responded with two hums, as if afraid Ren Ziwei wouldn't see through his perfunctory attitude: "You're really both stupid and confident."
The three electric vehicle malls, each named after Xia, located in three bustling urban areas of Shenzhen, have run into trouble one after another.
Similar to the Longgang Mall incident, there were disturbances during the day and people smashing machines at night, while the surveillance cameras were completely useless, which infuriated Xia Renyao.
Chen Shi'an expressed his gratitude to Jiang Miaomiao, the computer whiz.
Wen Rongying replied that her promotion from "master" to "super master" was inseparable from Jiang Miaomiao's generous financial support.
But Xia Renyao was only angry for the time it takes to smoke a cigarette. He called Jiang Miaomiao and asked, "...Does this mean you refuse to back down and insist on a head-on confrontation?"
Jiang Miaomiao exclaimed, "Ah! You've already started this whole thing, do you expect me to lecture you on morality and shame first?"
...
A trend of business warfare is gradually emerging in Shenzhen.
At first, it was just a hint and minor friction, but later it gradually became more obvious and sharp, with multiple forces involved, each with different purposes.
At a recent economic exchange and intellectual exchange conference hosted by the Shenzhen government, these forces once again attended in formal attire, using the conference as a way to formally meet each other.
Jiang Miaomiao was the first to arrive at the venue.
She sat in the sofa area chatting with Jiang Si, Jiang Mian, Ren Ziwei, and others.
Not long after, the elegant and leisurely Han Cuo appeared with Chen Shi'an and others.
Upon seeing them from afar, Han Cuo raised his hand with a dashing air.
Jiang Mian also saw Sui Yupeng and said meaningfully, "Chairman Jiang, your ex actually sided with Xia Renyao. Was it because of love turned to hate?"
Jiang Miaomiao smiled and retorted, "He and I are a thing of the past. I guess he's more interested in you now because he can't have you."
Jiang Mian wisely made a zipper gesture with her mouth, stopping the teasing.
But Jiang Miaomiao stared at Xie Ran with a playful look in her eyes.
...Didn't I just hear recently that Xie Ran was trying to remarry Jiang Mian? Sui Yupeng had previously tried to get close to Jiang Mian, how could Xie Ran tolerate that?
...It seems that it can be accommodated now.
...Xie Ran, who "lacks" possessiveness, is truly a terrifying man, like a snake.
...Xia Renyao is simple and brutal, as strong and decisive as a tiger.
This conference of business leaders is an official organization.
Politics always comes before business.
Therefore, everyone maintained a facade of politeness, happily cooperating with the various official propaganda and pleasantries.
After the meeting, when the appointed time arrived.
Jiang Miaomiao led everyone to get up and leave.
They passed by Xie Ran and the others who were still leisurely sipping their tea in their seats.
As they brushed past each other, everyone harbored their own ulterior motives.
Therefore, everyone's eyes are different.
The initial small-scale actions were just a prelude.
Led by the Xie Group, local businesses in Shenzhen are promoting their products and services in five districts outside of Longgang District, which is controlled by Jiang Miaomiao, using various cultural and festival activities as selling points.
The first move was enough to visibly halve the profits of Longgang Mall.
The second move was that before Jiang Si's ancient-style entertainment city was officially launched, Xia Renyao joined forces with Shan Zuoxi to promote entertainment on a giant ship at sea.
Shenzhen is a coastal city, and the Shan family still dominates maritime transportation. So, for this collaboration, the Shan family brought out a variety of luxury giant ships to circle the coast, creating a rare sight that far surpasses the entertainment activities commonly seen on land.
The third tactic, or rather, the move by which staff moved to other urban areas and the coast, naturally led to the dismal performance of Han's Hotel.
Every afternoon, everyone would gather at Jiang Miaomiao's office to keep up with the situation.
Han Cuo laughed heartily at Xia Renyao and his team's simple and brutal business tactics.
Ren Ziwei reached out and touched his forehead, saying with pity, "Looks like you've lost your mind from anger?"
Han Cuo gave him an elegant glare: "Even if your brain exploded, I wouldn't be confused."
Jiang Miaomiao propped her chin up and said, "Come on, let's brainstorm."
Han Cuo raised an eyebrow and retorted, "What's there to discuss? Didn't you anticipate this situation beforehand? If you didn't, next time everyone should vote for me to be the leader of the team!"
Then, when attending various meetings, he would always be in the center, right at the front.
Cool.
Jiang Miaomiao chuckled: "So you mean you also considered this beforehand? Then let's hear your brilliant ideas."
Han Cuo adjusted his collar affectedly and said arrogantly, "The three strategies all boil down to customer traffic. Whoever can attract customers will win. Currently, Xie's Group is waging a price war, offering a 10% discount across the board. If we directly match their 20% discount, they will continue to offer discounts. Then... should we also continue to lower our prices? Price wars are never a good approach."
Others don't understand: "If it's not a good method, why do businesses always run promotions and events?"
Jiang Miaomiao explained, "Because apart from food and daily necessities, clothing and big-ticket items are purchased but not repurchased in the short term. For us merchants, it's first come, first served, so we don't plan to engage in a gradual price war. Otherwise, a price war would give people the impression that the price is not commensurate with the actual value. From a psychological perspective, people tend to buy when prices are rising and not when they are falling."
Han Cuo seconded: "So I suggest we do some simple giveaways and lucky draws to try and win back some people."
Jiang Miaomiao stated, "The plan is barely feasible. Out of 100, I'd give it 65."
Jiang Si and Jiang Mian seconded: "Sixty-five points."
Chen Shi'an unconditionally obeyed Han Cuo: "Full marks."
Ren Ziwei was bound to lower the average score: "Thirty-five points."
Han Cuo glanced at Ren Ziwei with disdain.
As for the coping strategies of entertainment and amusement parks.
Jiang Si initially incorporated many classical Chinese elements, making it unique. With proper marketing, this wouldn't be a problem. However, the current issue lies in the fact that the Shan and Xia families have joined forces to monopolize various promotional efforts, allowing the giant ship to dominate the market.
Ren Ziwei asked Jiang Mian, "Isn't Shan Zuoxi pursuing your best friend? Why don't you ask your best friend to whisper in her ear and help him out?"
Jiang Mian shook her head and refused: "Although the business world is about profit and ruthless methods, I still hope that I have some principles and bottom lines. Lu Han has nothing to do with these things, and besides, how could the Shan family change its business strategy because of a little woman?" After saying that, she looked at Jiang Miaomiao, as if afraid that she might have the same idea.
Jiang Miaomiao said, "Ren Ziwei, I heard that someone in the Shan family is into homosexuality. Since you've brought it up, why don't I try to make a connection and ask you to whisper in his ear?"
Ren Ziwei wisely slapped his mouth and said, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have had this mouth!"
Jiang Mian felt much more at ease instantly.
Jiang Miaomiao pondered, "Since they're trying so hard to prevent explosions, why don't we just blow ourselves up and blow them up instead? Giant ships at sea are certainly novel, but what's the point of keeping them anchored on the shore? A giant ship only becomes interesting when it's out at sea. But what's the point of sailing out to sea surrounded by all sorts of noisy fishing boats? Or, I've heard there are a lot of sharks at sea, and even 'The Meg 2' was just released recently. But once we're out at sea, unlike on land where we can just retreat or run away whenever we want, it's extremely dangerous..."
"Understood," Jiang Si replied, "Hiring fishing boats and manipulating public opinion and spreading gossip are tasks that only I can handle."
This is not illegal, and if done properly, it is at most unethical, and the cost is small.
Jiang Miaomiao glanced at Han Cuo defiantly, then spread her hands and said, "Fine, then give me a score."
Jiang Si gave it a score of "85 points".
Jiang Mian agreed.
Ren Ziwei agreed.
Chen Shi'an muttered, "Sixty points." The strategy was good, but he was Han Cuo's man.
Han Cuo tried to salvage the situation: "Then I'll use my personal charm to invite all kinds of international conferences and exhibitions to the Longgang Hotel. It would be a disgrace to the internationally renowned Han's Hotel if no one showed up."
Jiang Miaomiao continued to deploy her forces: "Chen Shi'an will continue to keep a close eye on the security of the shopping mall, entertainment center, and hotel. Ren Ziwei will infiltrate the other side to gather information, and the rest of you will act according to the situation with me."
She made the final decision and accepted the challenge directly.
Han Cuo asked doubtfully, "Wait, what do they do with you?"
...She can't afford to be too leisurely!
Jiang Miaomiao said, "The Xie Group has started vying for the remaining vacant land in Longgang, clearly intending to trap us in Longgang and crush us on the spot. Since we want to use Longgang District as our base, we shouldn't let them seize too much territory. I will be participating in the Longgang land auction in a few days, and Jiang Mian and Ren Ziwei will come with me."
Jiang Mian frowned: "With your reputation and wealth, you can't compete with the Xie Group. It's no use having the two of us go with you, is it?"
Ren Ziwei nodded: "Besides, I've never been to an auction before in my life."
Jiang Mian immediately became interested, "If you don't include me in this kind of thing, you're really going too far."
She still harbors resentment towards her ex-in-laws and is always looking out for them within her means!
Jiang Miaomiao then called Dr. Yan to say she was canceling tonight's candlelight dinner for two, and then led her team to work through the night to finish the bidding proposal.
...
Hospital.
When Lin Yuqing learned that Yan Yousui had been stood up and had volunteered to work overtime that night, he was quite amused: "It seems that whether you have a partner or not, the result is the same—you'll be working overtime alone."
Yan Yousui snorted coolly, "No. I applied to work overtime so I could have a candlelight dinner with my partner this weekend, but Dr. Lin, even if you do, you'll just stay home and eat alone this weekend."
Lin Yuqing was instantly defeated.
***
There weren't many people bidding for the land in Longgang originally.
However, with Jiang Miaomiao and her team making huge profits from their development, successfully radiating to surrounding industries and driving various aspects of people's livelihoods, the land value in Longgang increased, and naturally more people came attracted by the opportunity.
Jiang Miaomiao, impeccably dressed in a suit, arrived at the auction venue on time with Ren Ziwei and Jiang Mian.
His distinctive white fitted suit stood out in the predominantly black and gray auction hall.
Many people were watching her openly and secretly, and some even tried tirelessly to seduce her.
Jiang Miaomiao let everyone do as they pleased.
The auction hall was packed, and the Xie Group did send people to bid for the land, but it wasn't Xie Ran himself who came; it was other senior executives and a legal team.
Upon seeing them, Jiang Yi, a member of the legal team, immediately greeted them familiarly: "Ah, Sister Miaomiao, Sister Jiang Mian." As for Ren Ziwei, being male, he was ignored.
Ren Ziwei crossed his arms and snorted back. He was well aware of the opposing legal team's disregard for him due to their "preference for sons over daughters"!
Jiang Miaomiao greeted him back, but Jiang Yi felt it wasn't enthusiastic enough. He leaned on Jing Yanyu next to him and sighed, "Boss, it's all your fault for not approving my leave. I didn't have time to chat with the ladies, and all the beautiful ladies forgot about me!"
"..." Jing Yanyu really wanted to say that even if he got leave, he would never see Jiang Miaomiao and her group of career-driven women, even if he knelt down.
Jiang Miaomiao cut to the chase: "Attorney Jing, this land auction involves four plots in Longgang. Do you want all four?"
The Xie Group executives' expressions turned serious. Thinking of company secrets, they were about to politely change the subject when Jing Yanyu said honestly, "We are determined to win."
Jiang Yi and the executives immediately started coughing violently.
Jing Yanyu said nonchalantly, "Anyway, we're going to be competing with Chairman Jiang for the spot later, so whether she knows or not is just a matter of a few minutes."
Jiang Miaomiao smiled and raised her glass to clink with his: "Attorney Jing is still the most clear-headed. So, during the auction later, do you need me to go easy on you?"
Jing Yanyu chuckled and said, "That's not necessary. After all, the Xie Group is never short of money."
Thud!
A gavel struck from the auction platform, signaling the start of the bidding, and the crowd gradually took their seats.
The male auctioneer, wearing a white top hat, stood regally on the auction stage.
He glanced around at the guests, and after a slightly playful opening remark, smoothly transitioned to the solemn auction segment, his gavel tapping repeatedly on the table.
After a long wait, the first plot of land in Longgang was finally auctioned off in what was probably the seventh round of bidding. It was initially met with a low price but later became a hit, and it was naturally the worst of the four plots of land in Longgang that were auctioned off.
Jiang Miaomiao glanced at the Xie Group members whispering over there, and when the auctioneer shouted the starting price of "30 million," she was the first to raise her paddle and say, "60 million."
Ren Ziwei and Jiang Mian, standing on the left and right respectively, were shocked, not to mention the others.
Ren Ziwei exclaimed in a low voice, "Master Miao, is this also your first time at an auction?"
"Yeah." Jiang Miaomiao withdrew her hand from the sign and started fiddling with it aimlessly. This module was really something else.
Ren Ziwei covered his forehead and said, "No wonder! No wonder no one bids like you! You spendthrift!"
The auctioneer casually shouted, "Very good, Chairman Jiang is quite generous, doubling the bid directly. I wonder if any other bosses are interested? Sixty million for the first time, sixty million for the second time, sixty million for the third time, sold!"
With a final strike of the gavel, the auctioneer clapped and shouted, "Congratulations to Chairman Jiang on acquiring this piece of land!"
Jiang Miaomiao stood up to thank everyone for their hospitality.
Jing Yanyu frowned in deep thought.
Jing Yanyu reminded, "The last three plots of land will be auctioned off directly with higher bids."
As expected, when it came to the remaining three plots of land in Longgang, the entire bidding process failed to secure a place for the wealthy and powerful Xie Group.
Even though some land auction prices were ridiculously high, the Xie Group still raised the bids, clearly indicating that they were vying for more than just land.
After the auction, the executives of Xie's Group calculated the three plots of land they had successfully acquired and looked at Jing Yanyu with some resentment: "All of them exceeded the price by 30%. Even if we successfully develop them, the profit will be at most 20%."
Looking at Jiang Miaomiao and the others who came to congratulate him, Jing Yanyu smiled and said, "This is all thanks to Chairman Jiang for constantly raising the price, which made us pay an extra 30%."
"Well, but Attorney Jing said first that the Xie Group wasn't short of money, so I followed them to see just how rich they were. And it turns out, they really are incredibly wealthy," Jiang Miaomiao sincerely praised. "No matter how many times I raised my paddle, you all kept bidding higher. Sigh..."
The Xie Group members tried their best to suppress the urge to roll their eyes.
High expenses inevitably mean low returns, and those returns directly impact their year-end bonuses. Cutting year-end bonuses will have consequences!
Jiang Miaomiao quickly took Ren Ziwei and Jiang Mian away.
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