After being reborn, the school beauty's entire family knelt down to repent.

Chen Ming nodded and said calmly, "Yes, the principal did come to see me. He gave me a special admission spot at Shantou University, but I still want to try for Tsinghua or Peking University."

Li Yu looked at Chen Ming with a worried expression and said, "Chen Ming, I know you are very smart and your grades have always been among the best, but Tsinghua and Peking University are not easy to get into."

"There are so many outstanding students across the country, the competition is fierce, you...you should be more realistic."

He paused, then added, "I'm not saying you won't pass the exam, I just think... it would be very discouraging if you didn't pass."

Chen Ming smiled, patted Li Yu on the shoulder, and comforted him, "It's all about human effort! As long as I've tried my best, I won't regret it. As for the outcome, let nature take its course."

Looking at Chen Ming's confident demeanor, Li Yu felt a mix of emotions.

He hoped that Chen Ming could realize his dream, but he was also afraid that he would be discouraged by failure.

Seeing Li Yu's worried expression, Chen Ming smiled and said, "Don't worry, I will do my best. Even if I don't get into Tsinghua or Peking University in the end, I will have other options and won't be discouraged by it."

Li Yu nodded and said, "I believe in you, Chen Ming. No matter the outcome, I will support you."

Chen Ming looked at Li Yu gratefully and said, "Thank you, Li Yu. It's so good to have a friend like you."

Li Yu smiled and said, "There's no need for thanks between us. By the way, when do you plan to start preparing for the exam?"

Chen Ming thought for a moment and said, "I've already started preparing. I go to the library to study every day after school, and I also take time to review on weekends."

"You really are hardworking."

"As long as you persevere, I believe you will succeed."

Chen Ming smiled and said, "Thank you for your kind words."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "I got into Tsinghua and Peking University, and I will never forget you all."

"We're also waiting for you to pass the exam with flying colors, and then you can treat us to a meal!"

"no problem."

...

Chen Ming's recent life can be described as "non-stop".

During the day, I listened attentively in class and actively prepared for the college entrance examination.

When I get home in the evening, besides finishing my homework, I also have to take time to study the expansion plan of the electric blanket factory.

A strong cash flow is like a powerful engine for the factory, allowing the production line to operate at full capacity and produce electric blankets day and night.

The restocking requests from major shopping malls and distributors came in like snowflakes, and were continuously met.

Every night, Chen Ming had to check the accounts. Watching the sales figures keep increasing, he counted money until his hands cramped, but he was overjoyed.

He could finally breathe a sigh of relief because he had finally paid off the entire 400 million loan.

On a sunny Sunday, Li Yu excitedly ran to find Chen Ming, shouting, "Let's go, bro, let's go have some fun!"

Chen Ming was engrossed in his studies when he heard Li Yu's voice. He stretched, closed his workbook, and asked with a smile, "Where are you going to have fun?"

Li Yu said enthusiastically, "Anything is fine with me! Movie theater? Arcade? Ice rink? Billiards hall? Or go boating in the park? Or maybe get some good food? Anything is possible!"

However, after playing around for a while, Chen Ming lost interest.

For him, who had been reborn, the entertainment options of the 1980s were rather dull.

Involuntarily, images of the bustling entertainment street in S City from his previous life surfaced in his mind. It was a den of iniquity, with dazzling lights, neon signs, and all sorts of trendy gadgets.

A bold plan gradually took shape in his mind: why not build such a commercial street himself?

A modern entertainment street that leads the trend of the times?

A commercial center that can satisfy people's various entertainment needs and make them linger?

Chen Ming returned home and couldn't wait to get started.

He first settled the recent profits of the electric blanket factory, then withdrew his savings account. After confirming that everything was correct, Chen Ming breathed a sigh of relief. It totaled ten million!

In the 1980s, this was an absolute fortune, enough to buy many houses in the city center.

But...

His envisioned entertainment district will require substantial financial support to be completed.

Ten million is just a drop in the bucket.

"It seems I'll have to ask Li Baiwan and his group for help again," Chen Ming thought to himself.

Chen Ming not only repaid the 400 million yuan loan ahead of schedule, but also paid a hefty interest rate.

This made Li Baiwan and several other wealthy men look at Chen Ming with new respect, realizing that this young man not only had a business mind,

They are also very trustworthy, making them a worthwhile long-term partner.

Chen Ming pondered how to bring it up, since this time it was no small amount.

"Ten million! I need to think carefully about what to say."

He picked up the phone and dialed Li Baiwan's number: "Hello, Mr. Li, how have you been lately?" Chen Mingxian exchanged a few pleasantries first.

"Hey, Xiao Chen, business's been pretty good lately!" Li Baiwan's hearty laughter came from the other end of the phone.

After hearing this, Chen Ming felt somewhat relieved; it seemed the timing was good.

"Mr. Li, I have a new project that I'd like to discuss with you and a few other colleagues. When are you available?" Chen Ming asked tentatively.

"Oh? A new project? Great! See you at the usual place tomorrow at noon!" Li Baiwan agreed without hesitation.

The next day at noon, Chen Ming met Li Baiwan and several other wealthy people in a private room at the hotel.

Chen Ming explained his plan and requested a loan of ten million.

"Ten million?" one of the wealthy men asked, a hint of surprise in his voice.

Chen Ming explained his business plan in detail, emphasizing the project's profit prospects and repayment ability.

Upon hearing this, the wealthy men agreed without hesitation, trusting Chen Ming's character.

Once the funds were in place, Chen Ming didn't waste a moment and immediately began the site selection process.

He keenly noticed the abandoned air-raid shelters in City S, which were huge and perfectly suited for conversion into underground commercial spaces.

He thought to himself, "These air-raid shelters are simply a perfect treasure!" So he quickly contacted the relevant departments and bought all the eligible air-raid shelters in one go.

He plans to transform these air-raid shelters into various shops, such as specialty snack shops and trendy clothing stores...

The news that Chen Ming had bought the air-raid shelter was like a bomb, causing a huge uproar in S City. The news spread throughout the streets and alleys.

After meals, people discussed it extensively, and various speculations and rumors spread rapidly like a virus.

"Have you heard? Chen Ming spent ten million to buy a bunch of abandoned air-raid shelters!"

"Really? Ten million? Is he crazy?"

"That's right! Those air-raid shelters are dirty, messy, and gloomy. Who would go to a place like that?"

"I heard that he plans to convert those air-raid shelters into underground shopping malls!"