Chapter 861: Chapter 839: The True Tycoon Fan Bingqing was taken aback and suddenly understood Lu Liang’s specific attitude towards her. After all, helping her is as easy as breathing for Lu Liang. What’s more, he had previously asked her to accompany Liang Wenhu. This shows that in Lu Liang’s heart, she is just a disposable item, used without any psychological burden. Although it’s not a good thing, it can be turned into a good thing. Fan Bingqing quickly responded, saying earnestly, “This comeback was not easy. Bingqing will remember Mr. Lu’s teachings and do her best to repay Mr. Lu’s kindness.” Lu Liang can be indifferent, but she cannot. In the future, she will be ever-ready, obeying commands, never refusing even social engagements. Lu Liang smiled and said no more. Her words sound graceful, seemingly promising to repay kindness, but in essence, she’s climbing the social ladder, trying to leverage his influence to make it in the entertainment industry. Though she’s clingy, Lu Liang doesn’t mind since Fan Bingqing’s comeback is full of his presence. To outsiders, it seems like the two have a leg, which is an undeniable fact. What’s done is done; accept it. After all, in the hearts of post-90s, Fan Bingqing is still a dream goddess; no one can refuse the chance to be close to her. In the future, she may still be useful, just like the strategy with Liang Wenhu, using her to exploit others. “Lu, we at DC want the overseas distribution rights for Wandering Earth, is that possible?” Just then, James brought up director Guo Fan’s Wandering Earth. When they previously went to the mainland for promotion, they talked with Wu Tianzheng from Hao Meng Film and Television and watched the movie. It’s hard to imagine, after so many years, that the science fiction barren East Country could give birth to a sci-fi masterpiece with effects and plot not inferior to Hollywood. “Ah~ wandering the universe with Earth, what a romantic thing.” James gesticulated excitedly, his eyes revealing his deep affection. He liked the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind inside, like a ray of light, contrasting sharply with Hollywood’s individual heroism. “Everyone’s their own person, you just discuss and decide.” Lu Liang said with a smile, also remembering that Guo Fan’s Wandering Earth is about to be released. Originally, it should have been released this summer, but Medicine God was released early, and he didn’t want the two guaranteed money makers colliding and exhausting each other. So it was held back until now, planned for a holiday release, and the promotion preparations have already begun. In the midst of their conversation, Wen Chao, with a smile on his face, also stepped onto the banquet hall’s podium, representing General Tianxing and Tianxing Finance to give the IPO speech. Logically, this job shouldn’t be his responsibility. They’re just stock issuing contractors, but since Tongtian is also Lu Liang’s business. Lu Liang is too lazy to speak, so the task naturally falls to him. “Ladies and gentlemen, please look!” Wen Chao held a remote pen and listed data, narrating the achievements of General Tianxing since its establishment. From building a factory in Detroit to now investing in automobile factories in Germany, and fiercely battling Tesla in various national markets. “We only have one Earth, environmental issues are urgent and our generation’s mission!” Wen Chao spoke passionately, championing environmentalism, discussing support for environmental causes from Europe and America, including East Country. He also mentioned Mercedes-Benz and BMW’s announcements to completely halt fuel vehicle production lines in 2025 and 2030 respectively. Energy saving, environmental protection, and low carbon travel will be this century’s top priority. Just look at Tesla; Lu Liang has dabbled in so many enterprises and shorted so many markets, yet Tesla is the one company he can’t destroy. He once bought stocks and later sold them short. But Tesla’s market value remains strong, now reaching 230 billion US dollars. “I don’t believe Mr. Lu Liang’s choice to sell Tesla shares at a market value of hundreds of billions was a mistake at that time.” Wen Chao paused for a few seconds, then said solemnly, “Because Mr. Lu Liang also has a new energy vehicle company, which is our Tianxing Automobile. The fact has proven his choice was correct; Tianxing Automobile is the only company worldwide capable of competing with Tesla.” Between the lines, he elaborated on one thing, that General Tianxing’s 30 billion US dollar valuation is still low. Given time, they will match and even surpass Tesla’s 230 billion US dollar market value. “This guy is getting more boastful, not sure who he’s learning from.” Lu Liang smiled and quietly commented. Just then Sun Zheyuan beside him heard, showing a strange expression, as if wanting to say something but holding back. “What’s up? Something wrong?” Lu Liang glanced, and Sun Zheyuan chuckled, shaking his head: “Nothing.” Ten minutes later, Wen Chao finished his speech and announced that the Xiangjiang Station issuance price would remain unchanged at 20 US dollars per share. As soon as he said this, a long line formed at the subscription desk. Thıs text ıs hosted at 𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩⟡𝘧𝙞𝙧𝙚⟡𝘯𝘦𝘵 They have their own considerations too, not entirely swayed by Wen Chao’s rhetoric. A 30 billion US dollar valuation, converted to over 200 billion RMB, calling it a low-price stock is somewhat exaggerated. But given the current situation, based on the information they know, as long as the general direction is correct, there will still be one to two-fold increase potential in the coming years. In the worst case, based on the expectation to match and surpass Tesla, with Lu Liang’s brand as the golden sign, at least it won’t break the historical high like Xiaomi did on its first day. Seeing Wen Chao walk over, Lu Liang squinted his eyes with a smile, lightly clapping his hands, full of appreciation: “President Chao, you’re becoming more poised.” Hearing Lu Liang’s words, a trace of bitterness flashed in Wen Chao’s eyes: “Mr. Lu, you’re over-praising me.” He could speak without reservations, using Lu Liang as an example, arousing the audience’s emotions, all because Lu Liang was present. Wen Chao admits he’s grown somewhat over the past few years, but he’s still far from having the poise to handle things alone. “Don’t be so modest, take the praise when given.” Lu Liang smiled and suddenly said, “The New Year is approaching, I plan to take a break. You can handle the two roadshows in Japan and Korea yourself.” Wen Chao was taken aback, thinking he misheard, as Christmas just passed and there’s still more than twenty days until the New Year. He thought Lu Liang was already slacking by not wanting to take the stage, now he doesn’t even want to attend the two more important roadshows in Japan and Korea? “Is there a problem?” Lu Liang asked calmly. Wen Chao smiled bitterly and shook his head: “No problem.” Lu Liang called Sun Zheyuan to prepare the car, waved his hand and said: “Going back to catch up on sleep. You handle it yourself if anything arises.” He yawned, too lazy to wait for Xiangjiang Station’s IPO outcome, leaving the banquet hall directly. Wen Chao’s rhetoric is quite good, coupled with the hype of being the first Tianxing System listed company, it’s hard for the roadshow to fail. Wen Chao was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, helplessly watching Lu Liang’s departure, not long before his assistant ran over to inform him. In less than ten minutes, Xiangjiang Station’s 525 million US dollar subscription quota was full, and from now on, it would be oversubscribed. Wen Chao nodded slightly, appearing calm, his facial expression didn’t change much. He looked at the subscription desk still with a queue and the online subscription channels were also open. Wen Chao murmured to himself: “I hope to freeze 10.5 billion US dollars in funds.” The more IPO roadshow subscription funds are frozen, the more it represents the market’s optimism about the company’s future development. Even though the 20-fold psychological expectation is only slightly higher than physical manufacturing, it’s evidently lacking in the Tianxing System’s reputation. But considering the 30 billion US dollar valuation, it’s already heavily inflated. As long as Xiangjiang Station freezes funds over 20 times, the next two roadshows in Japan and Korea can appropriately adjust the issuance price upward. Lu Liang said he wanted to share in the joy of General Tianxing’s listing with institutions from Xiangjiang and the mainland, not just idle talk. Their contract price was 20 US dollars per share. Issuing at 20 US dollars per share equals not making a profit. Despite this move bringing Guangsheng Bank many new users, expanding Tianxing Finance’s footprint in the investment banking sector, all being potential gains, it’s not what Wen Chao wants. Only tangible silver bullet profits are convincing. Because over this period, Lu Liang frequently asked him to appear for various media interviews and take charge of some projects needing a public face. Wen Chao vaguely sensed Lu Liang’s intention; Boss Lu no longer likes being in the limelight, his mindset has entirely aligned with the mindset of a tycoon. Quietly ruling without fanfare, even unnoticed, yet able to mobilize all available resources in a moment’s notice. That’s the true tycoon. Just like the western Soros and Buffett, though renowned, the resources they can mobilize are even less than Wilson at JPMorgan. Not to mention Damon and Su Shimin behind Wilson, leaving a good impression of China. Lu Liang wants him to become Tianxing Finance’s spokesperson, though with Lu Liang’s support, Wen Chao can become this spokesperson. But now is now, the future is the future. Generations produce talented people, Lu Liang’s plans change with time; if he wants to hold the position long-term, he must deliver convincing and commendable results.