Tao Liangchen
Chapter 469 Smoke Bomb
Not long after.
Not far from the Su family, in the Zhao family's old house, Zhao Yimeng's mother, Jin Yu, had just returned from outside.
She took off her coat, put down her purse, and told her husband and daughter:
"That kid from the Su family seems to be back. There are several bodyguards standing at their door, and their style is really a bit more impressive than the old gambling king. The media outside are also saying that the Su family is richer now."
Zhao Yimeng's father had a hard time these past two years, but fortunately, the Hong Kong stock market has recently recovered slightly, giving him some breathing room.
After listening to his wife, he commented noncommittally:
"The old gambling king has been in business for so many years, and his foundation is a little stronger than the Su family's. Moreover, the gambling and hotel business is much more stable. The internet concept is too hyped up right now, and it could crash any day. Money in hand is money; valuations can't be fully counted."
Zhao Yimeng was applying nail polish, a thin layer of light pink, not exaggerated.
She blew on her nails, listened to her parents chatting, and interjected:
"Valuations can't be fully counted, but I saw news in the newspaper that Su Yehao has established a new parent company called Yanwenzi Group, with iCQ and tvt under its umbrella, totaling 20 million active users worldwide. It is estimated that after listing on NASDAQ in the United States, its market value could reach about four billion U.S. dollars. As far as I know, this company has almost no other shareholders, and most of the shares are in his hands. Once it is successfully listed, he will definitely be richer than the old gambling king."
Her mother, Jin Yu, only knew that Su Yehao's business was very large, but she hadn't specifically understood the details.
Hearing this news from Zhao Yimeng, Ms. Jin Yu couldn't help but marvel: "Is the development speed so fast? How many years has it been since he graduated from high school?"
Zhao Yimeng felt a burst of tightness in her chest, as if she had been accidentally injured.
After all, they were in the same class and graduated together. In less than two years, the gap had already widened so much.
She said helplessly, "Who knows? At that time, I was also optimistic about the online instant messaging industry, but unfortunately, I was busy going to London to study and couldn't persevere like him. That guy's luck is too good; he makes money almost no matter what he invests in. A Yahoo stock alone made him billions."
Suddenly thinking of something, Zhao's father kicked his daughter's leg and asked curiously:
"Didn't Su Yehao like you a couple of years ago? He even had his parents come to discuss a marriage alliance with our family. Have you been in contact recently? Is there still a chance? His father invested in two cultural tourism cities in the mainland, and the house prices have already risen a bit. The future is not bad. I heard that his mother also went to the mainland to invest in a chain pharmacy, and is also building a private hospital. It's really a good match for you."
Zhao Yimeng despised her father's pragmatism and said, "There are too many girls around him; I can't squeeze in. What's the point of a marriage alliance? Am I going to marry into his family as a concubine? Forget it, Su Yehao and I are not compatible. Every time I chat with him for a few words, I get mad at him."
Her mother, Jin Yu, said with a smile at this time:
"You can't say that. Some time ago, our Donghuang's account was short of funds. If it weren't for the Su family and his son helping out, the position of the major shareholder might have been taken by someone else.
Speaking of which, that kid from the Su family is really excellent, so of course he will be popular with girls. I heard that he is getting close to the daughter of the boss of Liren Royal Court Club? I have also met that girl a few times. She is especially beautiful. No wonder many people have said that her family is rich, that the mother is noble because of her daughter. I heard that Su Yehao gave her daughter several islands in the Maldives and helped her invest to earn hundreds of millions."
The mother and daughter chatted about these gossipy things, full of energy.
The circle in Casino is really too small to hide any secrets. During the New Year's Day, Little Sweetie took her mother to the Maldives, accompanied by friends traveling together.
Not long after returning, this matter spread wildly in Casino and was even published in newspapers and magazines. Even the pictures of the island were dug up, and the news was written with great detail.
That's why Nong Qingying teased Su Yehao, saying why she didn't have an island...
After chatting with her mother, Zhao Yimeng fell into a state of confusion.
The feeling was probably like missing out on a super bull stock. She didn't think much of it at first, but in the end, she watched it rise and appreciate continuously, becoming a sweet pastry in the eyes of others.
Usually, many people send her flowers and small gifts, but Su Yehao gives away five tropical islands in one go, which sounds very romantic.
For the first time, Zhao Yimeng was a little envious of Nangong Tian, feeling that Little Sweetie was particularly lucky, not only being able to be with someone she truly liked but also being carefully cared for.
It can't be said that she likes Su Yehao that much, but Zhao Yimeng has met many men recently and always subconsciously compares them with Su Yehao.
The result is obvious.
Not only is Su Yehao more handsome, but he is also more successful, and his personality is more interesting.
Zhao Yimeng occasionally hears some interesting things about Su Yehao from Jiang Yu and other friends, such as raising pygmy hippos at home, traveling outside at every turn, and showing his talents in Silicon Valley.
Over time, she inevitably feels a little regretful, and can't help but wonder what would have happened if she had been a little nicer to Su Yehao back then.
After all, that guy has advantages in other aspects besides being a playboy. Overall, he is not bad, and bad men are also very attractive in some ways.
Thinking of her promise to treat Su Yehao to a meal,
Zhao Yimeng returned to her room and struggled for a moment before calling him, asking, "Are you back at Panlong Villa? Are you free at noon? I want to treat you to a meal to thank you for teaching me to invest some time ago. I made more than ten million Hong Kong dollars buying Amazon."
On the other end of the phone,
Su Yehao always felt that this girl's voice seemed a little nervous.
He just took it as an illusion and said with a smile, "Of course I won't refuse someone who invites me to dinner, but I've been eating too much greasy food these days, so why don't we find a place to drink porridge and eat something light?"
Zhao Yimeng thought for a while and said,
"I know a Liangji Congee Shop. Their crab and scallop congee is very delicious, but you only have this one chance to rip me off. Are you sure you just want to drink porridge?"
"...It's your fault for being so insincere and not inviting me to dinner earlier. The Spring Festival is almost over, and everyone is tired of eating big fish and meat."
Su Yehao joked.
As long as he wants, he can eat out every day. He really doesn't have any expectations for food anymore. He is tired of eating bird's nest and fish maw, and is instead very interested in drinking porridge.
Zhao Yimeng said with a smile, "Is it my fault? How could I know that you came back today? Then let's meet at eleven o'clock at noon. Should I have the driver pick you up at your house?"
"Forget it, I'll pick you up. There are too many bodyguards around me, and it's not convenient to arrange if I take your car..."
A meal was settled in a few words.
After Su's father finished talking, he casually asked, "Who's looking for you again? Are you not eating at home for lunch?"
Second Madam also said, "Yes, the refrigerator is full of dishes. You can also invite your friends to eat at home."
Su Yehao explained, "Miss Zhao heard that I'm back and wants to treat me to a meal as a thank you. She learned to invest from me and made a lot of money, so she should reward me. Let's forget about inviting her to eat at home. She will definitely be very restrained at that time, and to avoid you from overthinking, neighbors will spread rumors if they see."
Lying on the sofa watching TV, Su's father glanced at his son and joked,
"I feel like someone is eating from the bowl while looking at the pot. I just had dinner with her father before the New Year. I heard him say that he wants to build the largest cultural tourism hotel and shopping complex project on the Cotai Strip in Casino and wants to pull me in to do it together."
"Does Donghuang Group still have this strength? Isn't it badly damaged?" Su Yehao asked with a smile.
His father continued,
"Yes, this kind of smokescreen can only be released to outsiders. It is obvious that they feel that SJM's gambling license is about to expire, and there is a chance to get involved in the gambling industry. Anyway, I have no money anymore and I am waiting for you to cook. If you are interested, you can talk to Donghuang Group, but they have no experience in operating in the gambling industry, and neither do we. Even if the two families join forces, we may not be able to win an admission ticket..."