28: Chapter 29: Just after spending 20 million, another 30 million arrived in his account.

Three days later, 10:00 AM.

In the study of the penthouse apartment at Residence Name, the sunlight was just right. Yu Bo sat in front of the desk, the computer screen in front of him displaying the online banking transfer confirmation interface. Amount: 20,000,000.00 Yuan. Payee: Yifei Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd. Remark: Investment funds.

He moved the mouse and pressed the confirm button on the password device. The screen changed, prompting "Transfer Successful."

Almost at that exact moment, deep within his mind, that mysterious system only he could perceive emitted a pleasant chime:

【Ding! Detected that the host has completed a valid investment in 'Yifei Intelligence', amount: 20,000,000.00 Yuan.】

【Comprehensive rating of the investment target: B+ (Good potential).】

【Analysis of funding source: 10,000,000.00 Yuan of which is the host's personal funds (converted via previous system rebates). 10,000,000.00 Yuan of which is indirectly contributed by Ms. Yin Tianxue through 'Tinglan Capital' equity.】

【System rebate rules initiated.】

【Calculating rebate...】

【Ding! Rebate complete!】

【The host's personal contribution portion (10,000,000.00 Yuan) triggered a double rebate. Rebate amount: 20,000,000.00 Yuan.】

【Ms. Yin Tianxue's indirect contribution portion (10,000,000.00 Yuan), due to her 'partner' and 'deep interest binding' relationship with the host, triggered an equal rebate. Rebate amount: 10,000,000.00 Yuan.】

【Total rebate amount: 30,000,000.00 Yuan.】

【The rebate funds have been injected into the designated offshore account under the host's name, the source of funds has been properly handled, and it is safe to use.】

Yu Bo raised an eyebrow slightly. 30,000,000.00? Not 40,000,000.00?

He muttered silently in his heart. "It's getting more and more like the real deal." Yu Bo whispered to himself, closing the online banking interface. He checked the balance of that offshore account; the figure of 30,000,000.00 lay quietly there, representing infinite possibilities and confidence.

Almost at the same time Yu Bo's transfer was successful, a small burst of cheers erupted in the office of "Yifei Intelligence" at the Jiangzhou University Science Park.

"General Manager Shen! The money has arrived! Twenty million, not a cent less!" The young finance girl ran excitedly into Shen Nian's office.

Shen Nian was in a meeting with the technical team. Upon hearing this, her tense shoulders relaxed imperceptibly, and a smile of relief mixed with fighting spirit appeared on her face. She raised her hand to signal everyone to be quiet: "Alright, the funds are in place, so now it's up to us. Chen Jin, hardware procurement and production line negotiations can be pushed forward with full force. Brother Li, I want to see the detailed plan for the market expansion next week."

The team members were invigorated and responded in unison. The funding problem that had plagued the company for months had been resolved with speed and force exceeding expectations after meeting Yu Bo and "Listening to the Waves," which undoubtedly gave the entire team a shot in the arm.

In the afternoon, after Shen Nian finished handling the urgent matters at hand, she picked up her phone, pondered for a moment, and sent a message to Yu Bo.

"Chairman Yu, the funds have been received, the efficiency is amazing. Are you free tonight? I wonder if I might have the honor of inviting you to a casual meal to express my gratitude and also discuss the upcoming arrangements. You pick the place."

A few minutes later, Yu Bo replied: "General Manager Shen is too polite. You pick the place; anything is fine with me."

The corners of Shen Nian's mouth curled up slightly, and she typed quickly: "Then let's go to 'Yunlu,' a newly opened Jiangnan cuisine restaurant with good privacy. Seven o'clock tonight, I'll book the table and send you the location."

"Okay."

Seven o'clock in the evening, "Tingyu Pavilion" private room at Yunlu.

Shen Nian arrived ten minutes early and was tidying her hair in front of a decorative diamond-patterned bronze mirror in the small private room. The woman in the mirror, in a dark green velvet long dress, looked as fair as snow. The V-neck design exposed her delicate collarbones and a hint of alluring cleavage just right. Her waist was cinched extremely thin, and the hem swayed with her movements, perfectly displaying the exquisite figure and lazy, charming allure of a mature woman. She had specifically touched up her lipstick, a retro dark red, which added a bit more aura and femininity.

She was very satisfied with her outfit tonight; it was neither overly formal nor lacking in charm. She envisioned chatting with Yu Bo while eating, perhaps closing the distance between them and discussing something deeper.

At exactly seven o'clock, the door to the private room was gently pushed open by a waiter.

"Mr. Yu, this way, please."

Yu Bo was still wearing that dark suit, but he had undone the top button of his collar, losing some of the daytime tension and gaining a bit of ease.

Shen Nian turned around and, seeing that it was only Yu Bo, a trace of secret relief flashed in her eyes. The smile on her face blossomed instantly, even more bright and vivid than when she had practiced in front of the mirror just now: "Chairman Yu, you're here, please sit."

"General Manager Shen, sorry to keep you waiting." Yu Bo nodded and sat down opposite her.

"I just arrived too." Shen Nian raised her hand to signal the waiter to serve the dishes. She picked up the teapot and personally poured tea for Yu Bo with elegant movements. The cuff of her velvet dress slipped, revealing a section of fair, delicate wrist. "Try the tea here; it's a private stock the owner got from Wuyi Mountain. It's quite good."

"Thank you." Yu Bo took the teacup, the aroma of tea curling up.

The initial conversation revolved around the funding usage plan, technical R&D progress, and market expansion strategy of "Yifei Intelligence," professional and restrained. Shen Nian's thinking was clear, her report detailed, and Yu Bo listened carefully, occasionally offering suggestions. Both of them seemed to have returned to the conference room during the day, maintaining an appropriate distance between investor and entrepreneur.

Several exquisite Jiangnan dishes were served one after another. Shen Nian invited Yu Bo to eat, and she also tasted them in small bites with elegant posture. But whether it was because the heating in the private room was too strong or for some other reason, her fair cheeks gradually flushed with a faint blush, and her eyes looked a bit more watery than before.

"Chairman Yu, I'll toast you." Shen Nian picked up the warmed yellow wine from the decanter and poured a small half-cup for both herself and Yu Bo. "Really, thank you very much. I'll finish this cup, you drink as you please." After saying this, she tilted her head back and downed the amber liquid in the cup in one gulp.

Yu Bo also raised his glass and took a sip. The yellow wine was mellow upon entering the mouth, with a long, lingering aftertaste.

After three rounds of drinks, most of the dishes had been eaten. The topic drifted unconsciously from business to more private and relaxed areas. Shen Nian chatted about interesting things during her studies and work abroad, talked about the implicit discrimination and unfairness she encountered due to her gender and Asian face, and also spoke of the loneliness and pressure of returning to the country alone to start a business. Her voice was sometimes bright, sometimes low, and her eyes flickered with a complex light under the lights.