Reborn with Consumption System-Chapter 659 - 285 Strategy Behind the Scenes_2

When speculative hot money was collectively wiped out by retail investors, those big players didn't come out publicly complaining, did they?

To shed the label of a "leek," the keys are to learn more, control your emotions, and ensure your trading strategy doesn't get derailed.

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The markets closed at 3:00 p.m. Tang Xintian made her way home by 4:30 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., Han Lie went to her house to pick up Sister Da Tang, who had already changed into a wool dress, and they set off early.

In the car, Han Lie deliberately put on a solemn and serious expression, appearing anxious about the upcoming meeting.

They had known each other for some time, and this was the first time Tang Xintian had seen her young friend so tense. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

A sudden wave of tenderness surged in her heart, and she took the initiative to hold his hand.

"Don't worry."

She turned her head to gaze into his eyes, her voice sincere and firm. "I'm here for you!"

Yes, yes, yes, my sister is the best!

Han Lie struggled to suppress his laughter and quickly withdrew his hand, afraid she might notice him twitching and trembling.

"Alright. With Sister Tangtang here, I feel completely at ease."

Tang Xintian felt both happy and a bit dejected. Rubbing the warmth that lingered on her fingertips, she felt that the great task of "straightening him out" was indeed long and arduous.

Sigh... No, no, don't sigh! These things can't be rushed. As long as I can help Lie today, let him sense my connections, capabilities, and feelings for him, how could he not be touched? Go, Tangtang! Go for it!

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With their minds on different things, the two arrived as planned at the restaurant Principal Zhang had chosen.

The restaurant was named Crystal Port Club, located in Villa No. 35, Sinan Mansion, at 55 Sinan Road.

When Han Lie and Tang Xintian arrived, Principal Zhang was chatting idly with the restaurant owner at a small table near the entrance.

The temperature in Magic Capital today was only about 4°C. Principal Zhang's cheeks were flushed, though it was hard to tell if it was from the cold or excitement.

Seeing Han Lie, he immediately waved. "Lie! Come quickly, come quickly! I have a friend to introduce to you!"

The owner of Crystal Port Club, a Mr. Jiang, was very courteous and respectful when shaking Han Lie's hand, showing him ample deference.

"I've long heard of Teacher Han, but regrettably, we've never had the chance to meet. Your presence today, Teacher Han, brings great honor to my humble establishment. Please, take my business card. If you're satisfied with today's meal and wish to gather with friends here next time, just call my mobile."

Han Lie was inwardly quite puzzled. Is this really necessary? It shouldn't be...

Principal Zhang smiled and explained, "President Jiang and Sun Changzhe are good friends. He's also very familiar with Old Pan. Look at their restaurant's location—when Old Pan's wife and Pan Ge don't feel like eating at home, they mostly order takeout from President Jiang's place."

Oh! Han Lie immediately understood.

So, it was a restaurant Annie particularly favored. President Jiang wasn't exactly friends with Panzi, but he got along well with Old Sun. Both were in the high-end catering business, possibly even key members of a catering association. Therefore, President Jiang's particular attentiveness was quite normal; he might have heard about Han Lie from any of them.

"Thank you for your generous hospitality, President Jiang."

Han Lie's response was calm. He clearly understood by now that although he was still far from being a true magnate, he was already an "important figure" whom many gatekeepers of high society sought to curry favor with.

Of course, a single failure could shatter this fragile status. Power derived from mutual benefit is the most stable yet also the most unstable foundation. So... The grand endeavor is far from complete; I must continue to strive!

Han Lie accepted the business card, politely exchanged a few more words with President Jiang, and then followed Principal Zhang upstairs.

They didn't wait outside to welcome Guan Wei and President Qiu because Crystal Port Club, while having an impeccable ambiance, wasn't a completely private, standalone venue, so its privacy was somewhat lacking.

At such a sensitive time, arranging meals for leaders of state-owned enterprises was best kept low-key.

Therefore, etiquette should be flexible. One shouldn't rigidly adhere to a template but always adapt to the specific circumstances.

Around 6:20 p.m., President Guan arrived.

Han Lie stood a step behind Principal Zhang. Together with Tang Xintian and Liang Wu, they greeted the guests near the room's entrance.

President Guan was a middle-aged man with a distinctly square face, appearing at least ten years younger than Principal Zhang.

He wore an impeccably tailored British three-piece suit, his black hair was slicked back, and his eyes held a natural caution. He rarely smiled.

When he expressed warmth, the corners of his mouth pulled back in a way that seemed very proper yet maintained an air of distance.

Han Lie understood this perfectly.

The chief financial officer of any large state-owned enterprise typically possesses at least three common traits: caution, rigor, and strong vigilance.

Someone who is overly jovial wouldn't last long in such a position. In fact, during the selection process, superiors would never place an unreliable or unprofessional individual in that role.

Therefore, when exchanging pleasantries with President Guan, Han Lie was not overly effusive.

He behaved very calmly and with restraint, as if this were just an ordinary dinner and President Guan merely a regular guest.

"President Guan, it's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Han Lie. You can call me Little Han."

That was that.

However, when shaking hands with President Qiu, Han Lie suddenly became much more enthusiastic.

"President Qiu, what a pleasure to meet you! The Guarantee Company is an organization I'm very eager to partner with, and you, sir, are a role model I deeply respect. It's a true honor to have you here!"

Good heavens! Her young friend was acting completely out of character!

Tang Xintian watched nervously from the side, her eyes nearly popping out of their sockets.

Her heart genuinely skipped a beat.

Logically, when dealing with two guests of different statuses, especially in a superior-subordinate relationship, one should focus their enthusiasm on the superior. It was even acceptable to slightly neglect the subordinate to create a clear distinction and contrast.