Transmigrated as a vicious stepmother, I raised a child who became a heartthrob.

Zhang Wuling has his own connections and resources; he's just here to secure investment. All other options are top-notch in the industry, ensuring top-notch quality.

"Which company did you reject before?"

Jiang Zhuhua asked.

Wang Xianghai had said that their opponents were not easy to mess with, but there were risks involved, though the profits were also high.

Assistant Wang even said that if the two sides went head-to-head, neither side would benefit, and the other side was unlikely to make a move.

Even so, it's still advisable to ask cautiously whether she genuinely intends to invest, but if the risk is too high, it's necessary to consider it carefully.

"President Jiang, when it comes to investments, it's a back-and-forth process. If one party isn't suitable, we naturally have to cooperate with someone else. We don't have any personal grudges against him."

Zhang Wuling straightened up a bit more, and his expression became serious. The people around him were equally serious and attentive, with a hint of trepidation in their expressions.

"I see." Jiang Zhuhua understood, seeing their nervous expressions.

“The fact that you came to me proves that our family can still compete with theirs. You know, it's good to be prepared in case anything happens.”

Judging from their appearance, they probably sought cooperation from other people, but the collaboration failed for various reasons. It's highly likely that they were sabotaged by someone and had no other choice but to turn to them.

Jiang Zhuhua's entertainment company is not small in the industry, and it certainly can't be considered mediocre. So, finding her would offend the previous investors, but with no other options, he had no choice but to offend the man lurking in the shadows.

"We've talked so much today, so we're definitely sincere about cooperating. But there are some risks, which Director Zhang must also mention."

Jiang Zhuhua leaned back slightly in his chair, his tone soft but carrying an undeniable seriousness.

"President Jiang is indeed astute. The investor we found before was Golden Phoenix Entertainment. However, the cooperation didn't go through. You've probably heard about that. I wonder what President Jiang's thoughts are?"

Upon hearing Zhang Wuling's words, Jiang Zhuhua interlaced his fingers and gently clasped them together. He lowered his eyes and pondered.

Golden Phoenix Entertainment is controlled by Yang Fei. The two have clashed many times in the business world, constantly bickering and arguing, making them old rivals.

Who is the other investor?

Jiang Zhuhua asked a question. Mainly, he wasn't familiar with the industry and felt a bit weak. Although Wang Xianghai said their two companies could try to negotiate, he was genuinely unsure.

"The other one is Xizhu Entertainment."

Zhang Wuling said frankly.

There are only about five or six truly popular companies in the industry. Even fewer have a significant market share.

"We're old enemies. One more thing won't make a difference."

Jiang Zhuhua said this with a smile. This was a piece of fat meat delivered right in front of him. He wouldn't be satisfied if he didn't take a bite.

For the remaining more detailed cooperation matters, the two parties changed venues and had already booked a temporary office in advance.

Both parties fully expressed their opinions on each other's contracts.

The collaboration was finally finalized. To celebrate, we had another meal together.

Jiang Zhuhua held this Director Zhang in high regard. Although he was somewhat arrogant, he was not someone who couldn't humble himself. He wasn't very open with people, but he knew how to maintain a proper balance.

She speaks very nicely.

There's a reason why some people become famous.

"Assistant Wang, I don't drink, I need to drive."

Jiang Zhuhua quietly gave a word of advice. Wang Xianghai understood and made an OK sign.

Both sides brought people to liven things up, since the contract had been agreed upon, and a little drinking was expected. Neither of the main characters drank alcohol, but the others had a little to keep things lively, exchanging compliments back and forth.

Jiang Zhuhua took a moment to send a message to Teacher Yang. The school has a waiting room where the children can wait. As long as the money is right, the teachers will be there to look after the children around the clock.

It was only a little past seven after dinner, so we should have gone somewhere else, like a pool hall or karaoke bar, and stayed out until the wee hours.

"Sorry everyone, I won't be going out tonight. I have kids at home."

As Jiang Zhuhua was about to move to another location, he stood up and politely addressed the others.

With money and power, others naturally stepped forward to cooperate.

"President Jiang, aren't you going to go have some fun for a while? It's still early."

Someone on Zhang Wuling's side tentatively tried to persuade her to stay.

"My child gets out of school around 5 p.m., and has already been at school for a while."

Jiang Zhuhua smiled and walked out. Zhang Wuling picked up her coat and followed her out.

"I'd like to thank Mr. Jiang for this investment."

Zhang Wuling escorted the person to the car, and the two shook hands again.

"You're too kind. Director Zhang is talented himself."

After exchanging a few polite words, Jiang Zhuhua got into the car and fastened his seatbelt.

Don't drink and drive. The car slowly merged into the traffic. Halfway there, Jiang Zhuhua made a phone call to his assistant, Wang.

"Send me the phone number for that restaurant where we're having lunch."

"Ah good."

Wang Xianghai had drunk a bit too much and was a little dazed, but not completely out of it. Upon hearing this, he immediately sent the restaurant's phone number.

Didn't we already have lunch there? Did we leave something behind?

Wang Xianghai felt his mind was going numb and he couldn't make sense of it.

The guy across from me was such a heavy drinker, and we inexplicably got into a drinking contest, and I ended up drinking quite a bit too much.

I'm going to get scolded by my wife again when I get home.

"Are you still open? I'd like to order some food."

Jiang Zhuhua drove with one hand and made a phone call with the other.

"We're still open. But we're running low on ingredients, so we might not be able to make some dishes."

……

Jiang Zhuhua had previously told Teacher Yang to pass on a message to Pei Hui, saying that he wouldn't order takeout for him today, and that they would go out to eat together when Teacher Yang came to pick him up later.

Unless there's a specific reason, parents are not allowed to enter the kindergarten.

When Pei Hui was dropped off at the school gate by the teacher, he was still walking briskly and jumped straight into Jiang Zhuhua's arms.

After only a short while, she shyly stepped back. The distance was far too close; they had never hugged before.

"Let's go."

Jiang Zhuhua didn't notice this situation and simply took his hand.

"Mom, where are we going to eat?"

The kindergarten provides a snack in the afternoon, but it was already quite late, and Pei Hui felt very hungry.

"Hmm, a restaurant? A hotel? I'm not sure what it's called exactly. But the food there is pretty good."

"Restaurant" is a more sophisticated term, while "hotel" is more colloquial. Jiang Zhuhua wanted to tell the children where they were going, but suddenly realized that the place was really difficult to describe in simple words.

"Where we go doesn't matter, as long as I'm with my mom."

Pei Hui, despite his young age, had an exceptionally sweet tongue, which made Jiang Zhuhua's eyebrows curve into a smile.