Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire-Chapter 125 - 118 Invitation

Chapter 125 -118 Invitation

Su Heyuan was very surprised, “Miss Lu even knows about New World Development Properties?”

The founder of New World Development Properties was the head of the Guo Family, one of the four big families, and now it’s one of the largest real estate development companies in Hong Kong, still famous in the Hong Kong property sector more than thirty years later.

Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “I inquired in Yangcheng City as well, New World Development Properties is a quality stock. Anyway, I have enough money for now, so I’ll use this cash to buy New World Development Properties stocks. I believe that as negotiations progress, the stock market will soon emerge from the slump and return to a bull market.”

Unable to help himself, Su Heyuan straightened his posture, “Miss Lu also takes an interest in politics?”

His father and brother never cared about politics, so they were clueless about policy changes. Lu Jiaxin, a young lady, was not only concerned about the current affairs but also so perceptive – this was no small feat.

Lu Jiaxin went on, “I can’t do anything right now, so I spend my days reading newspapers and listening to the news to pass the time.”

After making a big profit, Su Heyuan thought Lu Jiaxin had talent and wanted to rope her in, “Miss Lu, do you also want to open a factory in Peng City?”

Lu Jiaxin also wanted the opportunity to cooperate with Su Heyuan in the future, so she didn’t beat around the bush, “I do have this plan, but I’m young and not in good health, I’ll wait until I come of age.”

Su Heyuan proposed, “Miss Lu, we could collaborate. I’ll invest in the factory and purchase equipment, and you’ll be responsible for designing the styles of clothes and socks.”

Lu Jiaxin chuckled, “Mr. Su, I’m sorry, but right now I just want to focus on my health. The doctor has repeatedly stressed the need for rest and to avoid overexertion.”

Without fame, even beautifully designed clothes wouldn’t sell for a good price. Working to enrich others at her loss was not something she would do.

Seeing that she was not yet persuaded, Su Heyuan played his trump card, “Miss Lu, have you ever considered developing your career in Hong Kong?”

“The Mainland has too many restrictions, and most people think women should stay at home to support their husbands and educate their children. Those who strive for a career are criticized, making it hard to succeed. Hong Kong is different; as long as you have the ability and courage, anyone, regardless of gender, can succeed quickly.”

Because she was so shocked, Lu Jiaxin froze for three seconds. More than thirty years later, it would be relatively easy to settle in Hong Kong, but now it was incredibly hard unless one emigrated illegally. Clearly, Su Heyuan wouldn’t suggest she do that.

Su Heyuan continued, “Miss Lu, if you want to go to Hong Kong, I can help you.”

Hong Kong and the Mainland were worlds apart, and naturally, Lu Jiaxin wanted to go. There, she could fully exhibit her potential without worry. Not like here, where everyone doubted her, dampened her spirits, and even obstructed her.

Lu Jiaxin quickly regained her composure and responded, “Mr. Su, the doctor said if I don’t take care of my health this time, it will affect my lifespan and leave chronic health issues, forcing me to rely on medication forever. I can make money any time, and it’ll never run out, but if my body breaks down, no amount of money can rescue me. I don’t want to become sickly, nor do I want to die young.”

She wasn’t clear about the big events of the 80s and 90s, but she was aware of future trends and knew what would happen after the year 2000. She had already accumulated initial capital, and with foresight could easily earn a lifetime’s worth of money. So, health was the top priority, and there was no rush to make money.

Su Heyuan asked, “So you mean, once your health improves, you’d be willing to go to Hong Kong?”

Lu Jiaxin nodded, “Of course I want to go, but with my current health… This is not something to rush; let’s talk about it once I’ve recovered.”

Understanding what she meant, Su Heyuan added, “Miss Lu, Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s fashion design college is very impressive. If you could get into this school, it would be a big help for your future.”

Lu Jiaxin’s plans were unchanged, “I will definitely apply for a major in finance for my university studies.”

Su Heyuan was not in a hurry, as there was still time before she would apply to university, and he thought he could gradually convince her. Or, once in Hong Kong, by taking her to the design college for a tour, she might change her mind.

After sending away her guest, Lu Jiaxin dumped the money from the envelope onto the table. It was ten bundles, a thousand each. She received ten thousand Hua currency as a bonus – the boss was quite generous.

Just as she was about to put away the money, Qian Xiaoxiao and Xiao Qiu came in. Qian Xiaoxiao approached the bulging envelope on the table, “Sister Xin, what’s this?”

“Money.”

Qian Xiaoxiao’s eyes gleamed, “It’s so thick, must be several thousand, right?”

Xiao Qiu, however, started to worry, “Miss, why did he give you money? Miss, you can’t just accept money and things from others. In our village, there was once a girl who accepted a watch from a suitor, and the man insisted it was a betrothal gift. Even though the watch was returned by the girl’s family, her reputation was ruined, and she ended up marrying far away.”

Qian Xiaoxiao felt there was a problem with Xiao Qiu’s thinking, “Watches and money aren’t the same thing. In previous years, if a family valued the bride and had the means, they would prepare a watch, a bicycle, and a sewing machine as betrothal gifts. I know about these things, so how could the girl you mentioned not know? Knowing and still accepting the watch without marrying shows there was clearly an issue.”

She believed that since Lu Jiaxin could afford a bodyguard, it was unlikely she would accept money for no reason.

Xiao Qiu felt Qian Xiaoxiao made sense but wondered why she hadn’t thought of this before, “Miss, I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have spoken out of turn.”

Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “It’s alright, just don’t ask again in the future.”

Xiao Qiu nodded firmly, resolving to ask Xiaoxiao if she had any doubts or didn’t understand something in the future.

Looking at the thick envelope, Qian Xiaoxiao struggled for a moment and then said, “Sister Xin, could I get an advance on two months’ salary? I want to send some money back home to buy new clothes for my mom and dad, and also purchase some nice goods for the New Year.”

Lu Jiaxin knew she had spent all of her salary from last month, took the document bag into the room, and came out to hand her ten Great Unity bills, “It sounds better to wire a round number over.”

Qian Xiaoxiao took the money, beaming with pride as she said, “I can earn money now, when I go home my dad and mom probably won’t nag me anymore..”

“The post office is closed today, have Xiao Qiu accompany you tomorrow.”

Qian Xiaoxiao cheerfully agreed.

After Su Heyuan left Lu Jiaxin’s place, he went to Su Hongying.

Seeing him staring at her face, Su Hongying couldn’t help touching her face and asked, “What’s the matter, is there something dirty on my face?”

Su Heyuan shook his head and said, “No, aunt is still as pretty as before.”

Su Hongying chuckled, “What’s going on today? Your words are as sweet as honey, don’t tell me you’ve gotten into trouble. If you got into trouble, you need to deal with it yourself, I won’t help you.”

That was a joke. Of the two nephews, Heyuan had always been steady and never caused them worry, whereas Heming was heartless, like a child that never grew up.

Su Heyuan said, “I just went to Radiance Road, hoping to have Lu Jiaxin continue to provide us with design drafts, and I’m willing to pay a high price for them. She refused, saying her health couldn’t take the strain.”

If her young aunt had received treatment from a renowned doctor earlier, her health wouldn’t have been so frail, and she wouldn’t have been sick and dependent on medicine these years. Thus, when Lu Jiaxin spoke of recuperating her health, he could understand and was willing to wait.

Su Hongying strongly agreed with this, “She’s only fifteen this year and has already earned more money than many people do in their lifetime. With so much money, to further risk her health for money would be foolish.”

Dragging her weak body into business was understandable before; after all, Lu Hongjun was unreliable, and Ding Jing was malicious. But now that she had no need to worry about that, she should certainly prioritize her well-being.

Su Heyuan shared his thoughts, “Aunt, though Lu Jiaxin is young, she’s very smart, and I am in need of people right now.”

“Do you want to make Lu Jiaxin your own?”

Su Heyuan said, “I am thinking of taking her to Hong Kong. Rest assured, I will not mistreat her.”

Su Hongying laughed softly, “That girl, relying on a rumor of uncertain truth, turned ten thousand into more than seven hundred thousand in less than three months. Heyuan, you won’t find a second talent like her in all of Hua Country; do you think she would willingly work for someone else?”

They knew everything about the process from Lu Jiaxin raising money with jewelry to Su Heyuan buying her shoes for her. Every move she made was precise, and such a person couldn’t be controlled by just anyone. Her husband always praised the girl, saying that if she was nurtured, she would surely become a pillar of the nation.

Su Hongying advised that they should befriend Lu Jiaxin and perhaps collaborate in the future. As for the idea of making her their own, it was best to discard it, as it was impossible.

Su Heyuan acknowledged that Lu Jiaxin was capable and talented, but he felt his aunt’s evaluation was too high.

Su Hongying said with a smile, “Heyuan, Lu Jiaxin is only fifteen this year; her future holds endless possibilities. She might go into business, but she might also enter politics.”

Su Heyuan looked at her incredulously, “Aunt, are you saying Lu Jiaxin might pursue a political career in the future? With her temperament, isn’t she unsuited for politics?”

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Su Hongying felt his view was too narrow, “Lu Jiaxin is capable, shrewd, and courageous; such a person can also achieve political success. As for her being unsuitable in temperament, she is only fifteen. A few years of grassroots experience will do.”

Su Heyuan understood; the country was now focusing on economic development, and with Lu Jiaxin’s unique perspective and courage, his uncle wished to nurture her.

After thinking it over, Su Heyuan said, “Aunt, Lu Jiaxin mentioned she plans to major in finance in college. I asked her just now if she wants to open a factory in Peng City, and she said she does.”

Su Hongying smiled, “Your uncle thinks of her as promising material with just that idea. But I feel with her nature, she is more likely to go into business.”

“Heyuan, she’s definitely going to be her own boss, she won’t work for someone else.”

Lu Jiaxin’s choices were telling. Despite her talent for design, she hadn’t considered majoring in fashion, instead, she wanted to study finance.

Su Heyuan felt her reasoning was sound and nodded, “Aunt, if Lu Jiaxin goes to Hong Kong, I’ll try to persuade her to stay and not come back. Only there can she truly showcase her talents.”

If Lu Jiaxin wouldn’t accept being beneath others, then they could become partners instead.

Su Hongying also felt that with Lu Jiaxin’s abilities, she wouldn’t be able to fully shine on the Mainland but would thrive in Hong Kong. She said, “That’s up to her to decide, we can’t force her.”

Su Heyuan assured, “Of course not. Her mother was a lifesaver to Yichen; I regard her as I would my own sister.”

This answer pleased Su Hongying.