Chapter 1716: Chapter 1393: The “Opportunity” Brought by Soruns Hearing Bai Xiaosheng mention “being short of money,” Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying couldn’t help but chuckle. Who would have thought that Bai Xiaosheng, an executive president of the Greater China Region with private ownership of four companies, two of which are reportedly worth billions, would also worry about money. Actually, Bai Xiaosheng saying “short of money” is just a manner of speaking, he’s just concerned about affecting the development and operations of his companies. If he were truly in a money crunch and urgently needed cash, he could, with just a word, have those companies raise billions or even hundreds of billions for him without any trouble. Not to mention, Bai Xiaosheng has a vast network and could easily borrow large sums of money. Just Lu Qingfeng in Zhengdong Province alone could lend him billions. However, he isn’t in urgent need of cash now, and Bai Xiaosheng just doesn’t want to bother his friends. “As time goes on, money will naturally come in, although we need money to make up for the time we lack,” Lei Ying remarked. Hearing this, Bai Xiaosheng couldn’t help but laugh, “That sounds philosophical. Lei Ying, you have the makings of a philosopher deep down.” Lin Weiwei also couldn’t help but giggle. Lei Ying, teased by the two of them, smiled helplessly, “Stop making fun of me. By the way, our trip to Europe was originally planned for about a month, but we’ve overstayed. When are we going back?” Lei Ying changed the topic. However, it indeed was a pertinent question. Bai Xiaosheng turned to ask Lin Weiwei, “How’s the progress with the business delegation?” “They’ve also picked up the pace, sent back the contracts we’ve reached earlier to China, and have begun collaborations with many companies here,” Lin Weiwei replied, “They should be able to go back within a week at most.” Bai Xiaosheng nodded again, “Then we should be about done too, no more than a week before heading back.” As they spoke, Bai Xiaosheng’s phone suddenly rang. “Soruns,” Bai Xiaosheng murmured, glancing at the displayed name. Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying exchanged a glance and immediately kept quiet. Bai Xiaosheng answered the phone, and Soruns’s voice came through, “Xiaosheng, you’ve reached Lise City, right?” “Yeah, we’re having breakfast,” Bai Xiaosheng said with a smile, “Want to join us, Mr. Soruns?” It was both a polite offer and a bit of a joke. Unexpectedly, Soruns replied directly, “Where are you? I’m coming over to find you.” Bai Xiaosheng was taken aback, not because he couldn’t afford the meal, but Soruns coming over was a bit unexpected. Wasn’t Soruns busy with his affairs this early in the morning? “I’ve already had breakfast. I’ll pick you up now; there’s something I need to talk to you about,” Soruns said with a smile over the phone, “Today’s scheduled inspections and tours can be skipped. Nothing’s wrong, but I rescheduled for you. We have more important places to go and things to do.” Bai Xiaosheng’s eyes showed curiosity. Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying, who vaguely overheard, exchanged another glance. “It’s nothing sudden, it’s good news. I’ll pick you up now and we’ll talk in person!” Soruns said. Check latest chapters at novel⁂fire.net “Sure, let’s talk in person,” Bai Xiaosheng replied with a smile. Once the call ended, none of the three could figure out what the “good news” Soruns mentioned could be. “Let’s eat first, we’ll know when we meet later,” Bai Xiaosheng suggested. The three finished breakfast and ordered a cup of coffee. As they were about to finish, Lei Ying suddenly looked towards the entrance and said quietly, “Here he comes!” Bai Xiaosheng and Lin Weiwei looked over. Standing at the door was a tall, remarkable man, one of Soruns’s personal assistants. The man standing there scanned the room, caught sight of them, and immediately smiled broadly as he strode over. “Let’s get ready to go,” Bai Xiaosheng said, standing up. Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying followed suit. “Mr. Bai, you two,” the assistant greeted Bai Xiaosheng, Lin Weiwei, and Lei Ying with utmost politeness, gestured with a “please” motion, and whispered, “Mr. Soruns is in the car outside. To avoid unnecessary troubles, please join him.” Bai Xiaosheng knew this wasn’t Soruns putting on airs, it was indeed to avoid trouble. With Soruns’s status, making a public appearance would cause quite a stir. Previously, Soruns was concerned about misunderstanding and specially offered an explanation. “Let’s go.” Bai Xiaosheng said amiably to the assistant. Under the guidance of the assistant, the three of them walked out of the restaurant. Two cars were parked by the roadside outside, both very understated business models, worth about four to five hundred thousand yuan. In the domestic market, some wealthy individuals might not bother to ride in such cars. However, Soruns placed little emphasis on this aspect, choosing to be understated where possible, which is one of the qualities Bai Xiaosheng admired in him. Invited by the assistant, Bai Xiaosheng approached the car at the back, and the assistant personally opened the door, where Soruns was sitting in the back seat. “I won’t get out of the car to greet you.” Soruns chuckled. Bai Xiaosheng, being familiar with him, chuckled and got into the car. The car door closed immediately. Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying followed the assistant and headed straight for the car in front. The two cars then started and drove away. “Where are we going?” Bai Xiaosheng couldn’t help but ask. “To the airport, my private jet is waiting for us there.” Soruns replied. Bai Xiaosheng was suddenly taken aback, looking at him. Where is this final destination, requiring a plane trip? Soruns smiled and explained, “We’re flying to London City.” Bai Xiaosheng was even more surprised. It’s one of the top ten cities in Europe, a famous metropolis, and one of the European financial centers. However, what shocked Bai Xiaosheng was that they had already visited London City before. “Although we have visited the group enterprises in London City and stayed for two days, London is vast, full of hidden talents, and famous for gathering great families.” Soruns explained, “This time, there is a top-notch family over there, more powerful than my family! There is an elder in their family celebrating a birthday, and I am going over on behalf of my family to offer congratulations! I’m bringing you along too!” Bai Xiaosheng heard this and was even more stunned. Soruns actually comes from a very high background; the family behind him is a giant in Europe. Bai Xiaosheng had heard the three major liquor families mention this. Since Soruns admitted that his family was smaller and less powerful than the other family, one can imagine the immense strength of that family in London City. But why did Soruns, acting as an envoy between the two families, deliberately pick him up and take him along? Seeing the confusion in Bai Xiaosheng’s eyes, Soruns smiled, “I’m inviting you to come with me, not to show off.” Bai Xiaosheng also chuckled, “With the power of your family, am I really needed to enhance the scene? You’re joking.” Soruns stopped joking and spoke seriously, “I’m not forcing you to go, not making decisions for you. It’s just that this trip involves a truly great opportunity.” Bai Xiaosheng looked at him, listening intently. “My European region has always been negotiating financial cooperation with them, but our resources are not enough to fully take it on. With your region involved, it’s almost enough.” Soruns earnestly said, “This time, you’re visiting my European region and opening up full-scale cooperation with us. As a comprehensive strategic partner, I naturally hope for mutual win-win and vast development! This time, it’s coinciding with the birthday celebration opportunity. Yesterday, I received news that my side is almost done with negotiations, and I need to meet the person in charge over there. I want you to come with me and negotiate for even bigger cooperation.” The cooperative relationship between Soruns and Bai Xiaosheng is not an external collaboration but cooperation within Zhenbei Group’s system, between two major business units, with no possibility of either harming the other. Seeing Soruns’s sincere expression, Bai Xiaosheng knew that he genuinely wanted to opportunity, and since Soruns treated it with such importance, it must be a rare chance! Such an opportunity, if Bai Xiaosheng let it slip away, he’d probably be kicking himself later. After all, the sooner he could make his businesses in the Greater China Region grow stronger, the sooner he would have the strength and capital to advance in rank, and be able to cooperate with the Wei Family to redeem Xuelian’s youth. “I hope you go, but if you’re not interested, then I would have to give up.” Soruns spread his hands, looking eagerly at Bai Xiaosheng. To be honest, he hoped Bai Xiaosheng wouldn’t refuse. He hoped Bai Xiaosheng would seize this great opportunity, which could bring him tremendous achievements and smoother career advancement. After all, this was also Wen Yan’s expectation! Bai Xiaosheng, under Soruns’s gaze, finally nodded, “Alright, I’ll go with you.” “On behalf of the Greater China Region, I thank you, Soruns, for granting us this opportunity!” Bai Xiaosheng sincerely said. Soruns smiled sincerely, “May we both lead our enterprises to soar high, and may our careers ride the waves!” Happy New Year to everyone!!