Kang Wanxin hadn’t expected the first person to lead the applause to be Yang Hao. He was taken aback for a moment and then nodded at Yang Hao, responding to his “kindness.”
Hmm, this guy does have some insight and isn’t entirely useless.
Kang Wanxin thought to himself, as his impression of Yang Hao improved slightly. At least Yang knew how to play to the gallery.
With Yang Hao taking the lead, the rest of the crowd followed suit with their applause, breaking the somewhat awkward atmosphere in the meeting room. Kang Wanxin’s face broke into a triumphant smile. He turned to Su Xiaoxi, who was conveniently seated to his left, and whispered, “Xiaoxi, Xingyue Real Estate is still seeking financing, so there’s no need for you to donate today.”
“Unlike Wanxin Group, we have plenty of cash flow.”
Kang Wanxin’s seemingly well-intentioned reminder was actually a way to tell Su Xiaoxi that the Wanxin Group had the capacity to invest in Xingyue Real Estate.
Well, the details of how to invest could be settled through a deeper conversation!
Just as Kang Wanxin finished speaking, Su Xiaoxi, facing Mayor Gao Jiande’s gaze, said, “Mayor Gao, Xingyue Real Estate has always supported the work of the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government. This time, we will also donate five million!”
The real estate company had many dealings with the municipal government, and though this five million seemed like a donation, it was also a form of networking.
Our support for projects led by the municipal government means that when Xingyue Real Estate needs government support in the future, some courtesy should be extended to us.
In today’s social environment, business and government depend on and support each other.
“I’ve heard that Xingyue Real Estate has encountered some difficulties recently. It’s rare for President Su to still support our municipal government’s work at this time!”
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“That’s the responsibility of a major corporation!”
Gao Jiande was quite surprised that Su Xiaoxi also donated five million, as they had already held an internal meeting before this conference to discuss and set a fundraising target based on a preliminary understanding of the operations of the invited entities, finally deciding on fifty million.
Gao Jiande knew about Xingyue Real Estate’s recent financing efforts, so he was shocked by their five million donation.
Kang Wanxin was even more surprised. He had just advised Su Xiaoxi not to donate, and now she had turned around and donated the same amount as the Wanxin Group—a hefty five million.
“Xiaoxi, does it mean that Xingyue Real Estate is not short of money?”
Kang Wanxin asked with curiosity.
“There’s no need for Mr. Kang to worry, Xingyue Real Estate has already completed its financing!”
Su Xiaoxi’s voice was cool as she replied, well aware of Kang Wanxin’s ulterior motive. The man was just looking for an excuse to sleep with her under the guise of an investment.
Kang Wanxin’s reputation in the circle was already rotten, with a chaotic private life and an average appearance, Su Xiaoxi was naturally unimpressed.
Especially with Yang Hao present as a contrast, he was Su Xiaoxi’s ideal type.
However, what troubled Su Xiaoxi was that Yang, her senior, was also surrounded by women. There was Wang Jingru, whom she had discussed investments with before, and now Meichen by his side!
It seemed that there was also an ex-girlfriend of his at Jiangcheng Finance and Economics College who was managing a two-hundred-million educational fund on his behalf.
It proves that an outstanding man will never lack women’s company!
After Kang Wanxin and Su Xiaoxi each donated five million, the rest of the attendees also expressed their support, though none exceeding five million—some donated fifty thousand, others up to three million.
Yet, Yang Hao, who had high expectations from Gao Jiande, remained silent and even showed an aloof attitude throughout.
“Mr. Yang, with such a large family business, shouldn’t you also support the charity cause?”
Seeing Yang Hao’s silence and apparent disinterest in donating, Kang Wanxin, still the highest donor in the room, could not suppress his sense of superiority any longer.
Upon his words, the eyes of the rest fell on Yang Hao. Being seated in the prime position, he was expected to lead by example; yet, he hadn’t contributed a cent so far.
Even Mayor Gao Jiande looked towards Yang Hao, as he too placed high hopes on him—after all, he had donated two hundred million to his alma mater!
It wouldn’t be too much to donate a few million, ten or twenty, to the charity fund led by the municipal government, would it?
With everyone’s donations amounting to thirty-two and a half million, if Yang Hao could donate twenty million, the targeted fifty million goal would be reached.
As all eyes turned to him, Yang Hao smiled slightly.
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Um, the moment to show off has finally arrived!
That’s right, the big boss often makes an entrance last!
If this were a TV drama, now would be the perfect time for an epic BGM to start playing!!
For instance, Qiao’s personal BGM from the old version of “Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils” would be quite fitting.
Under the gaze of dozens of eyes from the crowd, Yang Hao cleared his throat and then said indifferently, “As a business supported by Jiangcheng City’s government, Jiangcheng Newspaper Group has always been well taken care of. As the president of Jiangcheng Newspaper Group, it is my duty to step up when the government and the people need me.”
“I’ll donate two hundred million!”
Sputter~!
Kang Wanxin had just lifted the teacup in front of him for a sip when he heard Yang Hao mention the two hundred million and ended up spraying the tea out!
The rest of those present were also gobsmacked!
How much??
Everyone looked at each other, thinking they must have heard wrong!
Up until now, the several dozen people present had only donated a little over thirty million in total, and here you are, starting with two hundred million?
This must be madness!!
Gao Jiande had also just picked up his teacup but set it back down in shock, his few thinning hairs seemingly ready to revolt!
The expressions on the faces of the other city leaders were nearly the same, each face filled with a look of astonishment.
Two hundred million!
He said he would donate two hundred million??
“Mr. Yang, are you sure you want to donate two hundred million?”
Gao Jiande, who had seen countless major events, still felt somewhat excited, after all, he was the one leading this project. If over two hundred million in funds were directly raised, it would count as a political achievement for him, helping pave his way into the permanent committee!
“I’ve already donated two hundred million to my alma mater to support impoverished students, and this charity organization has an even broader audience. Donating two hundred million is just the initial plan. Once the foundation is officially up and running, I will contribute every year!”
Yang Hao spoke slowly and methodically, aiming to astonish with every word.
True to form, everyone present was once again shocked.
Two hundred million was merely the preliminary plan, and according to what he said, there would be continuous investment.
If Yang Hao could deliver on his words, that would mean he single-handedly sustained a foundation!
“I’ll thank Mr. Yang on behalf of the orphans who will be receiving the donations!”
Gao Jiande nodded earnestly.
Saying he was thanking Yang Hao on behalf of the orphans also had the element of expressing his own gratitude since the political achievements of the project would reflect on him.
Although Yang Hao didn’t mention Gao Jiande when declaring his donation, it was still a colossal support for his work, so Gao Jiande had to provide some feedback, letting Yang Hao know that he acknowledged the favor.
Kang Wanxin cleaned the wet table in front of him with a tissue, staring at Yang Hao with a shocked face, still finding the whole thing unbelievable.
It’s just the establishment of a charity foundation, and you’re actually donating two hundred million?
Having money doesn’t mean you should waste it like this, right!
Su Xiaoxi was also deeply astonished on the side. Yang Hao had just invested ten billion in Xingyue Real Estate, now he’s taking out another two billion for donations, on top of the two billion he previously gave to Jiangcheng University of Finance and Economics. Just in donations, that’s four billion.
This cash flow can only be described as terrifying!
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