I, strive for the prosperity of the motherland! 【system】

Su Xing and Zhuang Yi chatted about trendy toys and IP development, while Liu Zhenghong occasionally chimed in to ask questions he didn't understand.

Zhuang Yi wondered how the food factory could be so close to the hotel. They would be there in the blink of an eye!

The car turned a corner and arrived at the hotel where Su Xing was staying.

Zhuang Yi found a spot to park his car.

Su Xing said, "Uncle Liu, Mr. Zhuang, thank you for bringing me back. Goodbye."

Liu Zhenghong said, "Oh, Xiao Su, you're too kind of yourself. It's nothing."

Zhuang Yi also said, "It's nothing, no need to be so polite."

After saying goodbye to the two, Su Xing got out of the car.

Zhuang Yi suddenly opened the car door and got out.

Liu Zhenghong narrowed his eyes slightly, and then got off the bus shortly after.

Su Xing was a little surprised that these two had also gotten out of the car. She said, "I can go in by myself. Uncle Liu, you should go back now."

Liu Zhenghong laughed and said, "Okay, you should go upstairs and rest early. We'll watch you go in."

He gave his nephew a warning look.

Zhuang Yi didn't receive his uncle's gaze, or perhaps he sensed it, but he still wanted to continue doing what he wanted to do.

He looked at Su Xing with sincere eyes and a serious tone, "Ms. Su, could we add each other on WeChat? Perhaps we'll have the opportunity to cooperate in the future. If you're optimistic about this industry and our company, you can also become our partner."

His main purpose was not to miss the opportunity to get in touch with Su Xing again.

However, if she truly believes in his company and has the funds to invest, he certainly hopes she can become his partner.

In the early stages of his business, what he lacks most is funding.

Su Xing was very surprised to hear this; she hadn't expected Zhuang Yi to suddenly bring up the matter of cooperation.

She thought for a couple of seconds and then nodded, saying, "Okay, let's add each other on WeChat. I hope we'll have the opportunity to work together in the future."

Invest in Zhuang Yi's company? She hadn't thought that far ahead. How could she make such a hasty decision about investing?

Moreover, she has not considered entering this industry for the time being.

However, her studio's current serialized work, "The Spiritual Path of Opera," is considered one of the more popular Chinese animations recently, and its development across various IP channels is already on the agenda.

If Zhuang Yi's company establishes itself in the industry, it's possible that they could collaborate with him to develop comic book merchandise based on "Xi Yun Ling Tu".

When Zhuang Yi heard that Su Xing had agreed to add him on WeChat, his tense heart finally relaxed.

He took out his phone, smiled, and said, "Then I'll scan your QR code."

"Okay." Su Xing took out his phone and brought up the WeChat QR code.

Liu Zhenghong, who was standing to the side, opened his mouth as if to say something, but in the end he kept his mouth shut.

Although he always felt that his nephew had ulterior motives, the reason the other party gave was justified, and Su Xing agreed to his request to add contact information. He couldn't just suddenly jump out and stop him, could he?

Zhuang Yi scanned Su Xing's QR code and added her on WeChat. He gripped his phone tightly and said with a smile, "Then Miss Su, please go upstairs and rest."

"Okay." Su Xing waved to Liu Zhenghong and Zhuang Yi. "Good night, bye-bye."

"Bye-Bye."

"Xiao Su, see you tomorrow."

Su Xing turned around and walked towards the hotel entrance.

Liu Zhenghong and Zhuang Yi watched Su Xing enter the hotel before they turned and got into their car.

Zhuang Yi put away his phone and started the car.

Liu Zhenghong turned his head and stared at his nephew's profile for a long time.

Zhuang Yi remained silent, seemingly oblivious to his uncle's sharp gaze.

Finally, Liu Zhenghong spoke up, "You brat, shut up those inappropriate little thoughts of yours!"

In his heart, Su Xing was someone of his generation. If this kid had those thoughts, wouldn't that mean he was from a different generation?

Zhuang Yi looked at the road ahead, focused on driving, and replied to his uncle, "What ulterior motives would I have?"

"Hmph!" Liu Zhenghong snorted coldly and said, "Do you think I'm blind? Your attention tonight has been entirely on Xiao Su! Anyone with eyes can see that!"

Zhuang Yi said, "It's just a pleasant surprise to see an acquaintance."

"An acquaintance? Are you even acquainted with her? Xiao Su has been so polite to you! And you're adding her on WeChat? What are you trying to do?!"

“Uncle…” Zhuang Yi said helplessly, “My cousin Su Xing and I are classmates and friends. What’s wrong with me paying more attention to his sister when I see her here? As for adding her on WeChat, I just think we might actually have a chance to collaborate in the future…”

Liu Zhenghong said, "You'd better just think that way. By the way, let me tell you, Xiao Su has a boyfriend, and they've been dating for several years. Their relationship is very stable!"

Upon hearing his uncle's words, Zhuang Yi immediately lost control of the steering wheel, and the car swayed.

Liu Zhenghong quickly grabbed the handrail on the inside of the car door.

Zhuang Yi quickly concentrated, took control of the steering wheel, and drove the car smoothly.

Liu Zhenghong breathed a sigh of relief, then cursed at his nephew, "You brat! How do you drive? If you don't want to live, don't drag me down with you!"

"I'm sorry, Uncle, it was an accident," Zhuang Yi apologized, then immediately asked, "Su...Su Xing...she has a boyfriend? Really??"

"Of course it's true!" Liu Zhenghong sneered. "If you really think you have a chance to cooperate with her, then fine. But if you're using cooperation as a pretext to cause trouble, I'll really beat you up!"

Zhuang Yi was no longer paying attention to what his uncle was saying; he was eager to know some things. "How old is her boyfriend? What does he do? Where is he from? Have you met him, Uncle?"

Liu Zhenghong was furious at his nephew's spineless attitude.

He wanted the kid to give up quickly. "I've never met him in person, but I've seen him on social media. He's incredibly handsome, even more handsome than you! He's from Beijing, and his family background is mysterious, but it's definitely not bad! I heard Xiao Su mention it once; her boyfriend is about to graduate with his PhD."

Zhuang Yi: "..."

He was silent for a moment, then chuckled and said, "Doesn't sound that impressive."

More handsome than him? He didn't believe his uncle's words. He had always been popular with girls since he was a child, and naturally, he was handsome.

Mysterious family background? What's that? It's like saying nothing at all.

He is now running his own business and feels quite capable.

As for his academic qualifications... so what if he has a doctorate? He also has a master's degree. He just got tired of studying and didn't want to continue, but that doesn't mean he lacks the ability to pursue a doctorate.

He holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Xiamen University and considers himself to have a strong learning ability.

Upon hearing his nephew's tone, Liu Zhenghong knew that he was dissatisfied.

"Sigh..." He sighed and advised, "Xiao Su is outstanding in every way. The person she chose and has been in a stable relationship with for several years must be someone good. Besides, you and Xiao Su's cousin are good friends. Don't do anything inappropriate, or you'll end up losing your friendship with Xiao Su and ruining your relationship with her cousin. It will be too late to regret it then."

Zhuang Yi didn't say anything this time.

Liu Zhenghong closed his eyes to rest, giving his nephew time to think things through.

He didn't believe that his nephew was truly in love with Su Xing and couldn't live without her.

This kid has had quite a few girlfriends these past few years. His family knows about several, and there are definitely many more they don't know about.

He probably hasn't even met Su Xing that many times, so what's with the pretense of deep affection? Bullshit!