62: I regret it now.

Before the press conference began, media outlets focused on Xinghai naturally noticed a new subsidiary listed on its official website: Xinghai Aerospace.

Therefore, the vast majority of reporters present generally believed that the focus of this press conference would undoubtedly be the information concerning Xinghai Aerospace.

Because of this, many reporters had even prepared their manuscripts in advance.

Unexpectedly, Xinghai dropped a massive bombshell right at the start.

Chen Wanwan turned sideways, and the large screen behind her lit up with the concept map of the ring-shaped city named [City of the Future].

A brief silence fell over the venue, followed immediately by murmurs.

"What is this?"

"Does this mean the press conference isn't about Xinghai Aerospace after all?"

"This place looks a little familiar."

"Isn't this Xijiang!"

Chen Wanwan maintained her graceful composure.

After a brief opening address, she immediately cut to the chase.

"This city is named the City of the Future."

These words were like lighting a powder keg, and the hall instantly erupted.

"President Chen, may I ask if the design of this ring structure has any special significance?"

"What is the massive circular area in the city center used for? Is it the foundation for some large-scale facility?"

"Does Xinghai Technology suddenly joining Bais Technology's project imply a shift in the company's strategic focus?"

The reporters' questions came in rapid succession, like a barrage of cannon fire.

However, facing these tricky questions, Chen Wanwan simply maintained an elegant smile.

"Regarding the central area, it currently falls under long-term planning, and we are unable to disclose too many specific details."

"Xinghai's strategy has never changed from the beginning: to explore more possibilities for humanity's future."

"The cooperation between Xinghai and Bais Technology is based on a shared vision."

A reporter tightly gripped his manuscript and impatiently asked, "Is the newly registered Xinghai Aerospace related to this press conference?"

"No comment."

... As soon as the press conference concluded, the news spread across the entire internet like wildfire.

Xinghai's top-floor conference room.

After a break, the negotiation teams from both sides resumed their new round of verbal sparring.

At that moment, phones on the Verlander team's side began vibrating continuously.

The chief negotiator, seated in the main position, picked up his phone and glanced at it.

It was an urgent communication from headquarters.

When he saw the message content, his face instantly turned pale.

Xinghai had already played its trump card; what was there left to discuss?

The conference room door opened, and Su Jin walked in right on cue.

Before he could even sit down, Verlander's chief negotiator had already stood up.

"President Su, we agree!"

"35% equity, plus three hundred billion US dollars!"

Su Jin smiled slightly.

Now they knew how to hurry.

Seeing Su Jin remain silent, his expression playful, the Verlander chief felt a chill in his heart.

"We are willing to add another hundred billion, totaling four hundred billion US dollars!"

"We hope Xinghai can allow Verlander to participate in the [City of the Future] project."

Su Jin smiled, stood up, and chuckled, "Certainly.

Xinghai can designate a plot of land for Verlander to be responsible for construction."

"No problem.

Shall we sign the contract now?"

... Modu, Eastern Suburbs, Bai Family Manor.

The courtyard was packed with people; anyone unaware might have thought they were attending a wedding.

A small portion of them were Bai family relatives who had signed the equity transfer agreement, while the majority were shareholders who had taken the money and exited during the board meeting.

Now, they were like ants on a hot pan, unable to sit still, having long lost the joy and relief they felt when cashing out and leaving.

If there were a cure for regret in this world, they would certainly be willing to spend a fortune to buy it.

"Big Brother, you are the backbone of the Bai family.

You must help us this time, no matter what!"

Bai Qing, who had been the most vocal initially, was now clinging to Bai Yanjun's arm, his face a picture of misery.

He was filled with deep regret.

He had thought Bai Qianqian was foolish, allowing him to gain a massive advantage, but he realized he had picked up sesame seeds and thrown away a watermelon.

And it was the kind of watermelon made of pure gold...

"We were blinded by greed back then, stirred up by petty people, which is why we sold our shares."

Someone nearby immediately chimed in, "That's right, we are all family.

If there's an issue, let's sit down and talk it through."

"Big Brother, we started this business together back then.

What hardships haven't we endured?"

"How can you kick us out just over a small matter like this?"

"I am willing to pay double the price to buy back my share!"

"President Bai, please give us a chance, just considering that we've known each other for over a decade."

Bai Yanjun's heart was extremely complicated as he watched the group chatter and plead relentlessly.

He remembered exactly how nasty their words had been back then.

[Bai Qianqian is going to bankrupt the Bai family.]

[If you try to persuade me again, I'll turn hostile.]

[Look at the good daughter you raised!

What kind of mess is this?]

[She is truly a jinx.]

[How could you have given birth to such a foolish daughter?]

... Bai Yanjun picked up his teacup and took a small sip.

"Sigh, I advised all of you to calm down and be patient back then, but who listened to me?"

"Every single one of you said such awful things.

Now you know how to panic?"

The few people who had cursed the loudest were now completely red-faced from Bai Yanjun's scolding.

They dared not refute him and just kept apologizing profusely.

"Big Brother is right to lecture us.

We were stupid, and we were short-sighted!"

"Qianqian usually listens to you the most.

Please, just do us a favor and help us!"

Bai Yanjun pondered for a moment, then pulled out his phone as if making a huge decision.

"Fine, who told me I was your Big Brother?"

"But let me make one thing clear first: you know that child Qianqian's temper.

If she doesn't agree, there's nothing I can do."

At this moment, everyone in the courtyard held their breath.

Bai Yanjun dialed the number in front of everyone and pressed the speakerphone button.

Every time the phone rang, it felt like a heavy hammer striking the hearts of the gathered crowd.

Soon, the call was connected.

"Dad, I'm currently in a meeting."

"Qianqian, here's the thing.

Your Uncle Qing, Uncle Bin, and the others are all here with me.

Everyone knows they made a mistake and shouldn't have been so impulsive back then."

"After all, we are family.

Blood ties can never truly be severed."

Bai Yanjun spoke with genuine sincerity; no one could find fault with his words.

"Dad, this matter is non-negotiable."

"You should stop worrying about this and just enjoy your retirement."

"Qianqian, listen to Dad..."

The call was disconnected.

A dead silence fell over the courtyard.

Everyone could hear that Bai Qianqian's attitude was resolute; there was no room for negotiation on this matter.

Bai Yanjun slowly lowered his phone and shook his head helplessly.

"Sigh, you all heard it."

"That child Qianqian just has that temper.

I truly cannot control her."