In Zhang Tianxing's grand plan, there was inexhaustible wealth to be made, and he would only pursue what he understood.
If he could make society a little better, that would be ideal.
Many years later, someone asked Yan Ruyu, "Ms. Yan, you've become a renowned businesswoman. What would you like to say to everyone?"
"I don't have much to say. My achievements today are simply because, by chance many years ago, I met the most important person in my life: Zhang Tianxing. Back then, he was just a green, immature kid. No one could have imagined the story that would unfold..."
At this moment, Yan Ruyu felt only gratitude. After experiencing the ups and downs, she clearly understood that money was just a number.
At their level, mere numerical changes no longer brought them pleasure. It was just that now, they were not alone.
Countless people depended on them for a living; they were not striving alone.
Instead, it was to ensure that the employees who followed them lived better lives, and to prove to the world that following her had been the right path.
Indeed, at countless crossroads, their choices might not have been optimal, but they were certainly choices made with a clear conscience.
The journey had been anything but easy.
Zhang Tianxing and Yan Ruyu agreed to dedicate twenty percent of their annual profits to public welfare.
They would publish their expenditures quarterly for public scrutiny, truly embodying the principle of wealth being taken from the people and returned to them.
"Mr. Zhang, you are so wealthy now, the richest person in the world. What is the one thing you most wish to do?" someone asked Zhang Tianxing.
"No, you're mistaken. I am not the world's richest person. This wealth belongs to the company, not to me personally. I have no right to use it for myself. Our company charter stipulates that this money can only be used for technological research and development."
Upon hearing Zhang Tianxing's words, many fell silent.
"May I ask what belief sustains you in earning so much wealth?" someone posed the question.
"My family was poor when I was a child. I remember one summer, a group of us high school graduates, full of youthful bravado, toiled at a barbecue stall for three months. That was the beginning of our earning, and those three months benefited me immensely."
"Does this mean your first pot of gold was made starting with selling crayfish?" After all, Zhang Tianxing was the first president of the China Crayfish Association and had authored several academic monographs on crayfish.
He held a pivotal position in the history of crayfish farming.
"You could say that. Crayfish made me, giving me a head start in accumulating wealth." Recalling those days, Zhang Tianxing sighed wistfully. The current output value of the crayfish industry now exceeded one trillion yuan, a colossal cake.
"It's evident. However, your current development focus is on heavy industry. Is it convenient to share your thoughts on this?"
"I have many ideas, but I can only focus on one thing. I want to send people to live in space. Every boy dreams of space travel; soaring through the universe would be an incredibly beautiful experience."
"Furthermore, there is the issue of energy. As industry becomes increasingly developed, we must explore new energy sources and develop new technologies to ensure the sustainable development of our industries."
"With a heart for the blue sky, and securing blessings for future generations. This blue planet is not solely ours; we cannot leave behind a dilapidated world for our descendants."
Zhang Tianxing's words were resonant and stirring. While others might not fully grasp it, Guo Jiajia, who had followed Zhang Tianxing all along, certainly understood.
To protect this blue planet, Zhang Tianxing had sacrificed a great deal. In the era of the internet, his wealth far surpassed that of others, yet at the time, Zhang Tianxing was adamant.
With an unhesitating resolve, he gambled his entire fortune on technological research and development. After five years and an investment of trillions, his efforts finally bore fruit.
Tens of thousands of patents provided Tianxing Capital with the capital to rise again.
Zhang Tianxing's foresight was once again recognized by the world.
"First Bear" was not an empty title; he was also first-rate in doing business and engaging in technological R&D.
It could be said that he, single-handedly, propelled China's scientific research standards to world-class levels.
Thus, he became a legend in the scientific community, with the saying: "To know heroes without knowing Zhang Tianxing is to have known them all in vain."
Imperceptibly, Zhang Tianxing, through his every word and deed, influenced generation after generation of Chinese people.
The weak have no dignity; only through one's own strength can respect be earned.
If I do not strive for self-improvement, no one will live my youth for me.
Ultimately, one must take charge of one's own affairs.
In life, one is like a lone boat; lean on mountains, and they crumble; lean on water, and it flows away.
Only through one's own strength can a bright path be forged.
Looking back, Zhang Tianxing could say with no regrets, "This life has been worth it. I pursued the things I wanted to do. I have done nothing against my conscience in this life. I have changed society, and I have made the lives of those around me a little bit better."
"To have a son like Zhang Tianxing!"
Zhang Tianxing became a legend. He started from nothing and achieved immense success.
Amidst widespread doubt, he founded Tianxing Capital, the most influential enterprise in China.
In the investment world, his perfect record proved one thing: even if he was unfamiliar with a particular industry, his indirectly held shares far exceeded what people imagined.
However, that individual has long since departed; the business world no longer has a Zhang Tianxing. In recent years, Zhang Tianxing has not appeared in public.
"Tianxing, tell your mother truthfully, which of these girls do you truly like? When will you provide heirs for the Zhang family?" Old Madam Liang Meijuan could no longer contain herself.
This child was too good at making money, and his charisma with women was also exceptional; the stunning women around him were all satisfactory.
The only drawback was that no definitive choice had been made, no one designated to enter the Zhang family's doors. The Zhang family had only this single descendant, Zhang Tianxing, and they were hoping for the Zhang family line to branch out.
Hearing his mother's complaint, Zhang Tianxing smiled, "You don't need to worry about this. You don't need to concern yourself with who your daughter-in-law is. Just know who your grandson and granddaughter are. You'll meet them next year, and they will absolutely be of the Zhang family bloodline. If you're not satisfied, and if this main account is 'ruined', you and Father can try harder to see if you can 'create a secondary account'. It's not a problem; we have plenty of money!"
"..." Liang Meijuan was left speechless. In that moment, Old Madam had the impulse to cleanse the household.