Chapter 1 Dubai

Dubai's reputation in 2007 was rapidly spreading across the globe, fueled by its insane infrastructure projects.

Previously, people weren't even sure where it was located, but in recent years, it has leaped to become one of the most popular tourist destinations.

This shows that landmark buildings can indeed drive economic development, and aren't just vanity projects as people say. Eye-catching super-structures are the city's best promotional calling card.

Artificial wonders like the Palm Jumeirah, the World Islands (currently on hold), and the seven-star Burj Al Arab hotel are all landmarks that have gone viral. People may not know about Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, but almost everyone has heard of Dubai.

Thanks to Su Yehao's rise, Hong Kong's Kai Tak Centre, Casino, 1997's Emperor Crab Island, and the two super skyscrapers in Pengcheng are also frequently discussed.

In particular, Qianhai in Pengcheng is now even being called the "Silicon Valley of the East."

Among the top ten Internet companies in mainland China by user count, seven have built their mainland headquarters in Pengcheng's Qianxin City. Combined with the fact that it's like a satellite city, with entirely new infrastructure and buildings, this has led to Qianhai's housing prices being the first to break 25,000 yuan per square meter, and even then, it's a seller's market where properties are hard to come by.

Since the beginning of this year, the mainland's real estate and stock markets have been noticeably overheated, with obvious bubbles.

However, compared to the real estate market, Su Yehao is clearly only concerned about the risks in the stock market. He'd be a fool to worry about these future homeowners, who will generally have assets worth three to five million.

Due to the large number of high-end tourists, major luxury brands have flocked to Dubai to open stores. Unlike Zhao Yimeng and the others, Su Yehao doesn't care about haute couture at all, simply asking Linda Yun to buy him a black suit with a shirt to match.

As a VIP, Su Yehao would still be dazzling even if he entered wearing short sleeves and slippers. The simple attire is just out of courtesy.

After trying on an Armani suit, Su Yehao suddenly asked Zhao Yimeng, "Why don't you come with me to the party tonight? I saw several evening gowns hanging in your closet, perfect for you to be my date."

"Me?"

Zhao Yimeng looked surprised and asked, "Are you tired of living? If someone takes a picture and the news reaches Jiang Yu and the others, you can be shameless if you want, but I don't want people pointing fingers at me."

Su Yehao replied in a Buddhist tone, "What's there to be afraid of? Your family has a house here, and you're also in the real estate development business. Dubai's real estate market is so hot, it's a perfectly reasonable coincidence. At worst, we'll say you contacted me first. Anyway, I have ways to clear my name."

Zhao Yimeng, infuriated to the point of almost vomiting blood, couldn't bother with elegance at this moment and raised a middle finger at him, the meaning clear.

Su Yehao smiled and continued, "Just kidding. I'm more worried about being exposed than you are. But wouldn't it be boring to leave you alone in the hotel? We'll just keep a little distance so we don't get photographed by others. This kind of private party is different from events held by celebrities. At most, they'll arrange for a photographer to take group photos."

Zhao Yimeng shook her iPhone 1 and reminded him, "Thank you very much. You made the phone so powerful, it takes very clear pictures. But with me by your side, no one should pay attention to me, like a star under the sun, right?"

"...How could that be? I'm just window dressing. Beautiful women attract attention wherever they go, especially someone as beautiful as you."

Hearing this, Zhao Yimeng said thoughtfully, "Men who survive in the cracks all year round are indeed different. They can lie without batting an eye, it feels like it's become some kind of instinct."

Su Yehao was proud of it, laughing, "How do you think I've managed to survive to this day? Without the skills, don't take on the work. Even knowing I'm being a little glib, women still like to hear pretty words, don't they?"

Zhao Yimeng considered it and nodded seriously, smiling as she replied, "That's right, you need to keep up this good habit. My mom forced me to go on a blind date with a weirdo who tried every way to find fault with me, saying I didn't look like the kind of woman who could take care of children, and that my work was too busy and might affect my life."

Su Yehao continued to play along, pretending to breathe a sigh of relief as he said, "Luckily there are idiots like that with water in their brains, otherwise if someone stole you away, how would I get the chance to take advantage of you?"

Zhao felt exceptionally pleased with this.

She continued, "I finally understand why you were able to win over even Vera, besides Jiang Yu and the others. It's all because of sweet talk, right? I'm afraid you'll be charmed by some exotic beauty, so I'll go with you. Get me an invitation, and we'll take two cars and enter separately."

...

Everyone has their strengths.

Coincidentally, Su Yehao's strengths just happen to be pleasing girls and making money through investment.

He has almost brought both of these special skills to the extreme. As for social skills, he clearly hasn't made much progress in recent years.

Fortunately, Su Yehao is now the brightest presence almost wherever he goes, so there's no need for him to deliberately cater to or please others. He's the one being fawned over.

As long as he tries his best not to offend anyone, that's enough to make him popular.

That evening, at the party arranged in the Burj Al Arab hotel, there were many oil tycoons flowing with money. In front of Su Yehao, they didn't seem so rich.

Probably because they sensed that the market situation was not right and began to choose to avoid risks, many guests tacitly and in unison chose to let his 5s Asset Management Company help them manage their finances.

Without much effort, he managed to close deals worth more than a billion dollars.

When the news reaches 5s Asset Management, it is estimated that many salesmen will be in tears, regretting that Su Yehao did not bring them along when he was talking business, missing out on a large commission bonus.

Several members of the royal family sent people over, some of whom had even been in contact with Su Yehao before and were old acquaintances.

This kind of party without a theme is nothing more than providing a social platform for everyone to gather together to eat, drink, and chat about various topics.

Su Yehao, who was forced to say a few words in public, took the opportunity to approach Zhao Yimeng and whispered, "Just now, there seemed to be a mosquito buzzing around you for a long time?"

Zhao Yimeng looked like she had lost the will to live and explained, "Do you remember me mentioning to you that a few days ago in London, I met an enthusiastic aunt who insisted on matchmaking for me? The person she wanted to introduce me to was that guy just now. He said he had searched for my information online and wanted to take me to the desert to walk dogs and play with birds tomorrow."

"You mean dog racing and using eagles to catch rabbits."

Su Yehao's mouth twitched. It was really hard on Zhao Yimeng to be able to describe such an interesting activity in such a boring and even slightly lewd way.

Zhao Yimeng replied, "Almost, it's all the same meaning. Do I look very wild? Why does he think I would be interested in these things? The sunshine in Hong Kong is poisonous. I've worked so hard to maintain my current skin tone. I'd be crazy to run to the desert to sunbathe."

"If he doesn't find an excuse, how will he ask you out? You didn't agree, did you?"

"Of course not..."