89: Chapter 89 Winning Over the Mother-in-Law

Just as Zhao Yang formed this question, Lin Xuecen provided the answer.

"So Little Zhao understands investment too?" Lin Xuecen asked, sounding somewhat indifferent.

She didn't expect an answer at all; instead, she curled the corner of her mouth slightly, her expression carrying a hint of amusement:

"Actually, real estate is only one piece of the development map for Cenjiang Industrial Group. The group also has industries in clothing and textiles, grain and oil processing, and mineral development. As for how the enterprise should develop in the future, Little Zhao, feel free to offer some suggestions."

After speaking, she picked up her teacup and took a light sip.

Her demeanor was extremely relaxed, as if waiting to see Zhao Yang make a fool of himself.

Seeing her mother's expression, Jiang Nan was immediately displeased.

She frowned, "Mom! Zhao Yang has no business experience; aren't you just making things difficult for him?"

Lin Xuecen glared at her fiercely. Daughters really are always looking outward; they hadn't even gotten anywhere yet, and she was already taking his side.

I am trying to make things difficult for him!

Zhao Yang maintained a smile throughout. In truth, he was only calm on the outside; his heart had already been stirred into waves.

Having been in Jiangzhou for so long, he had long since heard of Cenjiang Industrial Group.

It was one of the top three private enterprises in the entire Jianghan Province, possessing immense strength.

But he never expected that this enterprise actually belonged to Jiang Nan's family.

No wonder Jiang Nan didn't want to reveal her mother's identity when they came over; she was afraid he would feel pressured.

Zhao Yang felt grateful in his heart and squeezed Jiang Nan's hand firmly, signaling her to rest assured.

"Since you've asked me to speak, Auntie, then I will."

Lin Xuecen and Jiang Nan both looked at Zhao Yang in surprise:

He's actually going to say something just because you asked him to!

Lin Xuecen nodded slightly and raised her hand in a gesture of invitation.

She wanted to see what kind of insight this arrogant young man could actually offer.

Zhao Yang spoke slowly, uttering only two words:

"Going public."

As soon as the words left his mouth, the expressions of both mother and daughter changed.

Jiang Nan looked a bit awkward and said with some guilt:

"Mom, Zhao Yang was just talking casually; please don't take it seriously."

A trace of disapproval flashed across Lin Xuecen's face. He really was a newborn calf unafraid of tigers; did he know how difficult it was to go public?

But years of experience in the business world allowed her to maintain a polite smile.

She curled the corner of her mouth at Zhao Yang, "Listing reviews are extremely strict right now. Does Little Zhao have any good solutions?"

Jiang Nan looked at Zhao Yang with some worry:

I told you to watch your mouth; now you've dug a pit and buried yourself!

Zhao Yang met her gaze and gave her a reassuring look.

If he didn't win over this future mother-in-law today, Jiang Nan would definitely have a hard time being stuck in the middle later.

He turned his face to look at Lin Xuecen:

"Auntie, I have heard of your company. Cenjiang Industrial Group has sufficient strength of its own, but the process might be a bit long. However, it's not without a solution."

Lin Xuecen raised an eyebrow, "What solution?"

"A backdoor listing," Zhao Yang leaned forward slightly, "For example, the PT Agricultural and Commercial Cooperative. If I'm not mistaken, this company will soon have someone taking it over."

Lin Xuecen's eyes instantly lit up, and she began to feel excited.

The problem that had troubled her for so long suddenly became clear.

She picked up her water glass, losing her previous elegance, and took a large gulp.

"Little Zhao, what about after going public?"

"Auntie, to put it bluntly, going public is just using investors' money to help yourself make money. Real estate is currently at the forefront of the trend; as long as you secure projects, you'll definitely make a profit without risk."

"After going public, with sufficient funds, you can enter first-tier cities. The profits will be five to ten times that of a third-tier city like Tongan."

These words of Zhao Yang completely piqued Lin Xuecen's interest.

She couldn't help but ask further: "Do you have any good suggestions for the company's other industries?"

Jiang Nan looked at Zhao Yang with some surprise. This guy really dared to speak, and he actually passed the test.

Should he quit while he's ahead now?

Unexpectedly, Zhao Yang continued eloquently:

"Minerals are non-renewable resources and must be held firmly in your hands."

"Clothing, textiles, and grain and oil processing lack high technical content and have low barriers to entry. Competition will become increasingly fierce in the future, so you might consider transformation."

Lin Xuecen's mouth opened slightly, and she was incredibly surprised.

What this kid said was as if he had seen it with his own eyes.

In the past two years, private enterprises had been increasing, and the clothing, textile, and grain and oil processing markets were nearing saturation, with profits being continuously squeezed.

These two industries under the company were barely holding on, only earning hard-earned money.

"How to transform?" Lin Xuecen blurted out.

A smile appeared at the corner of Zhao Yang's mouth.

With the conversation having reached this point, he could already conclude that he had passed Lin Xuecen's test.

"Auntie, with technological progress, the Internet industry is very likely to be the next major trend. Only by laying the groundwork in advance can you catch this express train."

He couldn't speak too definitively and had to use a speculative tone.

"The Internet industry?" Lin Xuecen was a bit confused.

Zhao Yang explained: "Routers, switches, computers—these are basic industries. Things like Alibaba and QQ belong to the service industry. I suspect that in the future, the Internet will be deeply integrated into everyone's life."

Putting it this way was equivalent to concretizing the Internet industry.

How could Lin Xuecen not understand now? Her face full of surprise, she stood up:

"It's getting late. Little Zhao, stay for dinner at the house; Auntie will cook personally today!"

In Jiangzhou, cooking personally to entertain guests was the greatest sign of sincerity.

A smile bloomed on Jiang Nan's face, and her eyes looking at Zhao Yang were full of admiration.

She had originally thought this would be the hardest hurdle, but he had passed it so easily.

She was just about to sneak a kiss on Zhao Yang's cheek, but unexpectedly, Zhao Yang had already stood up and walked quickly toward the kitchen.

"Auntie, you are usually so busy, how could we let you cook? Just leave it to me and Jiang Nan!"

Lin Xuecen became increasingly satisfied with Zhao Yang and said repeatedly:

"Alright, alright. Nannan, go help him quickly; Little Zhao is a guest here for the first time."

Jiang Nan went to the kitchen, and Lin Xuecen sat alone in the living room watching TV.

Before long, laughter rang out from the kitchen.

Lin Xuecen looked toward the kitchen with envy.

Thinking back to those years, hadn't she been the same?

But now, with money and status, life had become increasingly boring.

A moment later, Zhao Yang and Jiang Nan brought six dishes to the table.

Zhao Yang had utilized the available ingredients to the extreme; they were truly excellent in color, aroma, and taste.

During the meal, Zhao Yang subtly persuaded Lin Xuecen:

"I don't recommend that you cooperate with Qicheng Group for another reason."

"If you take the project to Tongan, it will put Uncle Jiang in a very difficult position."

"Qicheng Group is being so proactive; perhaps they are targeting Uncle Jiang."

Lin Xuecen served Zhao Yang a chicken leg, her face full of affection:

"Auntie's horizons have opened up now; I won't keep staring at that small place, Tongan."

Jiang Nan rolled her eyes at the ceiling.

When did Mom, this iron lady, become so kind?

Who is actually your biological child!

Lin Xuecen picked up her wine glass and took the initiative to raise it toward Zhao Yang:

"Little Zhao, Auntie will toast you."

Jiang Nan's eyes went wide.

What's wrong with Mom? She had never toasted anyone else at home before.

Unexpectedly, the next sentence from Lin Xuecen made not only her, but even Zhao Yang, feel shocked.

"Little Zhao, are you interested in coming to work at Auntie's company?"