"Even so," Jiang Tingchen replied firmly, "I proposed a condition to Grandpa: give me three months to prove the value of the Fu family and your ability. If you succeed, he will no longer oppose our relationship."
Ning Nanxue turned around, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes: "You actually did this?"
"Because I believe in you and our future." Jiang Tingchen held her hand. "Xue'er, I know I made a mistake, but please give me a chance and let me prove my feelings with my actions."
Ning Nanxue lowered her head and thought for a moment, her mind flashing back to every moment she had spent with Jiang Tingchen. The time they had spent together day and night, the support and encouragement he had given her when she was in the most difficult times, the genuine feelings he had inadvertently revealed.
"You know what? Over the past month, whenever I've faced difficulties, I've unconsciously thought of your advice." Ning Nanxue said softly, "Even though I have doubts in my heart, I can't deny that you have become an indispensable part of my life."
A glimmer of hope flashed in Jiang Tingchen's eyes: "Then, are you willing to trust me again?"
"Trust needs to be rebuilt, and it won't happen overnight." Ning Nanxue looked him straight in the eye. "But I'm willing to give us a chance. This time, however, I want to face the Jiang family's challenge with you, and I won't be the one kept in the dark anymore."
"I promise." Jiang Tingchen solemnly promised, "From now on, no matter good or bad, I will be honest with you."
Ning Nanxue nodded, and finally a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth: "Then, show me your plan, Prince Jiang."
Jiang Tingchen also smiled and took out a document from his briefcase: "This is the market expansion plan I developed for the Fu's new energy project, as well as possible financing channels."
Ning Nanxue took the document and read it carefully: "These ideas are very valuable, especially the part about the international market."
"Then let's make it happen together." Jiang Tingchen said gently, "I want to prove not only your ability to the family, but also to the world that Ning Nanxue is the most dazzling rising star in the business world."
Ning Nanxue raised her head, a determined light flashing in her eyes: "I accept this challenge. However, don't think that your sweet words can make me completely forgive your deception."
"I know." Jiang Tingchen smiled, "I will use my actions to win back your trust, little by little."
As the night deepened, the lights in the office remained bright. The two stood side by side in front of the window, gazing at the bustling city nightscape, their hearts feeling closer than before.
Jiang Tingchen gently held Ning Nanxue's hand: "No matter how difficult the road ahead is, I have nothing to fear with you by my side."
"Xue'er, can I have an answer?"
Ning Nanxue didn't pull her hand back, but just said softly: "Then let's face it together."
"Let's face it together." Ning Nanxue's voice was firm, with a faint light flashing in her eyes, like a distant but tenacious star in the night sky.
Jiang Tingchen held her hand tightly, and his fingertips could feel the warmth of each other blending. He wanted to say something else, but was interrupted by the ringing of the phone.
"Sorry, I need to take a call." Jiang Tingchen hesitantly let go of her hand and turned around to answer the phone. His expression gradually became solemn.
"I understand. I'll handle it myself." He hung up the phone and after a few seconds of silence, he turned to Ning Nanxue, "The board of directors of Huayun Group has held an emergency meeting."
Ning Nanxue frowned: "What happened?"
"They found out about the bet between me and Grandpa." Jiang Tingchen leaned against the windowsill, his tone calm but with a hint of bitterness. "The board of directors decided to cut off all support for the Fu Group."
"A reaction so quickly?" Ning Nanxue did not show much surprise, but seemed to have expected it.
"Business is like a battlefield. News spreads at an unexpected speed." Jiang Tingchen smiled bitterly. "They even asked me to give up all my existing resources. If I want to help the Fu Group, I must start from scratch."
Ning Nanxue walked up to him and said softly, "You can withdraw. I understand. This battle is mine."
"Quit?" Jiang Tingchen chuckled. "When did I ever say I wanted to quit?"
"But you will lose Huayun's support, which will be a big deal for you..."
"For me, this is just another obstacle to overcome." Jiang Tingchen interrupted her, turned around, picked up the coffee cup on the table, and took a sip of the cold coffee. "Besides, what I want to prove is not what I can do by relying on the power of the Jiang family, but that my own ability is enough to support our future."
Three days later, Jiang Tingchen appeared at a low-key private club. Lin Zehan had been waiting for a long time, and when he saw Jiang Tingchen walk in, he immediately stood up to greet him.
"Tingchen, I haven't seen you for a long time. I heard that Huayun is putting pressure on you step by step?" Lin Zehan led Jiang Tingchen to a seat and signaled the waiter to serve tea.
"News spreads so fast." Jiang Tingchen raised an eyebrow. "I thought it could be kept secret for at least a week."
"There are no real secrets in this circle." Lin Zehan shook his head slightly, "So, what are you going to do now?"
"I need your help," Jiang Tingchen said bluntly. "Fu's new energy project has made a breakthrough. The technology is enough to revolutionize the market, but the capital chain is still tight."
Lin Zehan looked at his old friend. "Does the Fu Group really have such great potential? Or are you just so obsessed with that Mr. Ning?"
"It's both." Jiang Tingchen didn't shy away from the question. "I admit that I initially approached Ning Nanxue with the intention of investigating her, but as I got to know her better, I became convinced that Fu's technological reserves far exceeded the industry average. This wasn't just an emotional factor, it was also a rational business decision."
"Even at the risk of losing the position of heir to the Jiang family?"
"Some things, once lost, can never be found again." Jiang Tingchen's tone became particularly firm, "And in the Jiang family, there will be many people fighting to get them back."
"You've changed." Lin Zehan thought thoughtfully, "Jiang Tingchen used to never give up his own interests for anyone."
"People are always growing." Jiang Tingchen smiled, "So, old friend, are you willing to lend me a hand?"
Lin Zehan was silent for a moment, then raised his teacup. "For the sake of our ten-year friendship, I can introduce you to several international investors. However, they only care about money, not people. You must come up with a sufficiently convincing business plan."
"It's ready." Jiang Tingchen took out a carefully prepared document from his briefcase. "This is a detailed analysis and market forecast of Fu's new energy project."
At the same time, in the Fu Group's conference room, Ning Nanxue was presiding over an internal meeting.
"According to the latest data, our technological breakthrough has attracted industry attention." Ning Nanxue stood in front of the projector, her voice steady and powerful, "But funding remains a top priority."
Mr. Zhao, the head of the R&D department, was worried. "Boss Ning, I heard that Huayun Group has withdrawn all its support. How much of an impact will this have on us?"
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