Meanwhile, Jack Ma was still basking in the joy of Taobao Live's booming business.
"Zhang Yong, well done! Our Taobao live streaming platform has really taken off. Look, the merchants on Taobao alone are enough to support the platform. I wish I hadn't partnered with Tony in the first place."
Zhang Yong said, sounding slightly guilty.
"Yes...yes."
"Don't worry, just work hard. Surpassing Panda TV is just around the corner. We are determined to lead Taobao back to the top and reclaim our glory!"
Jack Ma truly deserves to be called the best orator.
Even Zhang Yong, who had accepted kickbacks, was almost moved by the words, but fortunately, reason prevailed over emotion, and he did not impulsively confess to Jack Ma.
He kept brainwashing himself, thinking that he had secured such a large order for Taobao Live and made so much money, and that he was the biggest contributor!
Then, he convinced himself!
There was nothing we could do; his argument was so logical and well-founded.
What is the purpose of establishing the Taobao Live platform? It's to enable Taobao to also engage in live-streaming e-commerce, to boost sales for Taobao merchants, to help Taobao surpass Pinduoduo to become the industry leader again, to increase Taobao's valuation, and ultimately, to make money!
I skipped all the steps myself and let Taobao make money!
So how can this not be considered a great achievement?
Right? That's right! That's exactly it!
Indeed, Taobao Live has become the second largest live-streaming e-commerce platform in China thanks to this.
Some experts even predicted on Weibo that Taobao Live will definitely surpass Panda TV to become the number one in the live-streaming e-commerce industry, since Taobao has a natural advantage in online shopping and its lagging behind is only temporary.
In response, many netizens, eager for a good spectacle, went to Lin Chen's Weibo account and tagged him, asking for his opinion on the matter.
Lin Chen didn't have time to look at this right now. It was almost New Year's Day, and he was on his way back to his hometown with An Rou when he received a call from Lei Jun.
"Brother, you're not doing a good job as the vice president of Xiaomi Technology. You rarely come to Xiaomi to provide guidance."
"No, Brother Jun, just say what you want to say. What's our relationship? Why are you giving me this nonsense? Besides, Xiaomi Technology can come to Xingchen Technology. They can just go downstairs, walk across the street, and take the elevator. It's more like taking a stroll than giving work guidance."
"Hey bro, it's been almost a year since the Xiaomi Mi 2 was released, and the Xiaomi Mi 2S is about to be released. So what are the plans for the Xiaomi Mi 3? We need to start preparing."
"Brother Jun, look, it's already the holiday. Let's talk about it when we get back from the New Year's Day holiday."
"No need for that. I'm planning to take the Xiaomi R&D team to your hometown for a team-building trip on New Year's Day. Would you like to show me some hospitality?"
"Huh? No way, Brother Jun, you actually went to the trouble of organizing a team-building activity just to get me to work?"
"No, no, no, you've got it backwards. Our main purpose is team building; we just contacted you incidentally."
"Heh, do you think I believe you? So when are you coming?"
"Let's do it tomorrow. We're still in a meeting today. We're not like you, where the boss leads the way by skipping work."
"What's wrong with the boss? The boss also has annual leave. I'm from out of town, can't I ask for my annual leave to go home early?"
"Um... what you said makes so much sense, I'm speechless."
After hanging up the phone, Lin Chen continued driving.
Even after all this time, Lin Chen still didn't dare to ride in An Rou's car; the feeling was just too thrilling.
After returning home, Lin Chen immediately lay down on the sofa.
"Ah, that feels so good!"
As a result, Lin's mother spanked him.
"Get up! You have no manners! Is this how you act as a boss?"
"No, Mom, are you a better boss than me? This is what a boss is all about!"
"Come on, all the big bosses on TV are impeccably dressed in suits, with proper posture when standing and sitting. Which boss just lies down on the sofa?"
"Mom, you said it yourself, that's on TV, the cameras are rolling, they have to put on an act, you know. If you don't believe me, go and see for yourself, which boss is like that?"
"Where can I see this privately? Which big boss would let me see it privately?"
"Me? I'm such a big boss right in front of you, feel free to look around."
"Get lost! You think you can just look around whenever you want? I looked around whenever I wanted when you were wearing open-crotch pants."
"Ahem, boss, An Rou is still here."
"What's wrong with An Rou? An Rou is your sister. Oh, right, An Rou, I also have a picture of Lin Chen wearing open-crotch pants when he was little. Do you want to see it?"
"Mommy! I was wrong! I'll sit up right now, okay? Please don't make me die!"
"You little brat, I've got you figured out!"
After resting at home for a day, Lei Jun indeed brought people from Xiaomi's R&D department to Wushang the next day.
"President Lin! President An!"
"You guys really came! I thought Mr. Lei was just kidding me."
"Haha, bro, why would I lie to you? I really brought them to Wushang for a team building trip. Are you ready to treat us to food, drinks, and fun?"
"Isn't that something that absolutely has to be arranged? Follow me!"
Lin Chen first took the group to eat the famous thousand-layer noodles in Wushang, and then they went to browse the world-famous ocean of small commodities.
Dinner was arranged at a unique exotic street, where Lin Chen ate authentic foreign cuisine right in China. But to be honest, it was just so-so. Lin Chen felt that hot pot was much better.
After dinner, they strolled through the night market, which surprised the Xiaomi R&D team, who exclaimed how bustling it was.
Moreover, all kinds of goods are really cheap. It feels like the price of one item in Shanghai can buy a whole basketful here.
How was your day?
"Haha, brother, you made the best arrangements. We really need to find locals to broaden our horizons."
"Don't mention it. Which hotel are you staying at? I'll take you there."
"Hotel? Didn't you arrange the hotel?"
"I'll arrange it?"
"Yeah, so they're not even going to arrange a hotel for us as hosts?"
"Ah, this..."
Seeing the expectant looks in so many people's eyes, Lin Chen gritted his teeth and booked a decent hotel for the group, at least to avoid losing the reputation of being a local.
But it really hurts! That bastard Lei Jun dared to scheme against him. I'll see if he doesn't make that money back!
But that wasn't all. The very next morning, Lei Jun called Lin Chen and asked him to come to the hotel conference room for a meeting.
Lin Chen, who hadn't even gotten out of bed yet, really wanted to curse.
Good grief, I treated you to food and lodging, and you invited me to a meeting?
Is there no law left? Is there no justice left?
Is there no humanity left?!
"Knock knock knock..."
Lin Chen's door was pushed open, and An Rou walked in.
"Mr. Lei called me and asked us to go to a meeting together."
"Ugh, that damn Lei Jun! I shouldn't have booked them a hotel yesterday. I should have made them stay under a bridge!"
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