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Chapter 1214 - 836 First Update

Chapter 1214: 836 First Update

Kangaroo and Hippo shaking hands in peace?

The meticulous news broadcast caught Jiang Chen’s attention, inadvertently making him turn to look at the television.

Together facing the challenges of the future?

The "challenge" referred to was self-evident.

However, as a newcomer, Great Wall Special Delivery had only been online for a few months. What merit and capability could it have to make the two giants of the takeaway industry join forces?

If the parent companies behind the two platforms, Hippo and Kangaroo, were also considered,

That would represent a significant portion of the Shenzhou market.

Indeed, it confirms the old saying:

Where prosperity reigns, there profits follow.

Love and hate are fleeting; only interests are eternally unchanged.

Jiang Chen indeed was increasingly fitting the mold of a qualified entrepreneur, instantly weighing the potential impact on himself upon hearing the news.

Although Hippo was stronger than Kangaroo, in the takeaway sector alone, Hippo’s Full Stomach was utterly no match for Kangaroo, always being suppressed. To exaggerate a bit, it was almost like gasping for its last breaths. If not for Hippo’s vast enterprise continuously infusing capital, it would’ve probably become just like those platforms that had vanished long ago, turned to dust under the wheels of history.

Therefore, there was one thing Jiang Chen couldn’t figure out.

If Full Stomach wanted to change its predicament and carve out a path for survival, why would merging with Kangaroo be the best solution?

Looking to history for guidance, during the Three Kingdoms period, what did Shu and Wu do?

Shouldn’t allying the weak to resist the strong be the best strategy?

Jiang Chen thought of Bian Zaide’s face, finding it hard to fathom the thought processes of this famous business magnate, eminent both at home and abroad.

But no blame can be placed.

After all, he alone built an era-defining business empire; it’s not easy for others to grasp his thinking.

The news broadcast had distracted Jiang Chen, and he momentarily forgot that analyzing Hippo’s strategic intentions was less urgent than attending to other pressing matters at hand.

"Bang."

Just like the chalk that used to fly off the teacher’s desk during his school days,

a slipper sailed through the air and struck Jiang Chen, who was mindlessly multitasking, on the head.

Regaining focus instantly, Jiang Chen turned around and belatedly asked with concern, "Are you alright?"

Pei Yunxi remained silent.

The slipper under her feet had ultimately deserted her desirable, coveted jade feet.

Knowing he was in the wrong, Jiang Chen didn’t dodge this time; he stood still and allowed the second slipper to fly towards him.

Unfortunately, Pei Yunxi’s aim was poor, and the slipper whizzed past Jiang Chen’s shoulder.

Even a goddess who seems untouched by the mortal world must live with her feet on the ground.

"I really didn’t do it on purpose."

Jiang Chen’s face showed remorse, and it was unclear if he was explaining about the bedsheet or the flying slipper. As he spoke, he bent down to pick up the two mismatched slippers, one after the other.

If it was any other man, Pei Yunxi’s worn slippers might have been eagerly pressed to their face, smelling them deeply, or even cleaning them with a lick. But Boss Jiang was merely oversimplifying the issue, not actually a pervert,

Heeding the lessons from the past, he didn’t carelessly throw them back but picked up the pair of slippers and walked over, bending down considerately to place the shoes by her feet.

Of course.

He didn’t audaciously attempt to help her put them on.

There’s a saying that to judge the elegance of a beauty, one must look at her feet.

Li Shuru’s feet were very beautiful. Dressed in Parisian fashion they were irresistible.

And Pei Yunxi’s feet.

Well.

Jiang Chen didn’t linger on the sight, but those delicate toes and the soft, jade-like instep probably had many men who would die happy to be trodden by her feet.

Jiang Chen straightened up, ready to continue receiving "criticism," but her reaction was unexpected.

Pei Yunxi stepped back into her slippers and brushed past him.

A familiar scent wafted past his nose, sending Jiang Chen’s thoughts adrift to a night that was dreamlike yet vividly real.

Although he was in a haze at that time, he retained some of his senses, like—his sense of smell.

Stop.

He shouldn’t think any further.

At this moment, Jiang Chen somewhat understood why people in high society were more prone to corruption.

It’s not that their character is worse than ordinary people; it’s that their moral standards are tested far more greatly.

Pei Yunxi picked up the remote and turned off the TV.

Just as Jiang Chen stood there, at a loss for what to do, a voice said, "Sit down."

Calm and composed.

Jiang Chen blinked in slight surprise.

A top-notch actor is indeed a top-notch actor, masterfully controlling their emotions; such self-control is truly enviable.

Jiang Chen walked over and slowly sat down.

Pei Yunxi brushed the hair in front of her forehead.

Jiang Chen felt awkward.

Although he wasn’t hurt, if her vast sea of fans found out that their goddess was hit with a shoe, it would definitely be a headache-inducing affair.

"A budget snack brand offering such a high endorsement fee is inappropriate. I want thirty million."

That’s called having a vision.

As if nothing had happened, she transitioned from one state directly into another.

Just from this performance alone, it’s enough to prove that she has entered the ranks of the top domestic actors.

"Thirty million, wouldn’t that be a bit too low?"

Jiang Chen quickly got into the rhythm of the conversation.

Business is business.

True enough.

But who has ever seen a client raise the price while the contractor tries to lower it?

"You’re now an international superstar; 150 million might cause some controversy domestically, but it’s still fair and reasonable."

"The wool comes from the sheep; the consumers are the ones who end up paying for such high endorsement fees."

Jiang Chen paused at her words, then let out a silent wry smile.

The logic isn’t wrong.

But is he being lumped in with those unscrupulous merchants?

"The remainder of the money, I hope you will invest in food safety."

Pei Yunxi added.

If this was publicized, people would surely accuse her of putting on an act.

"Even if you didn’t mention it, I would have done the same."

Jiang Chen said with a bitter smile, yet with seriousness in his eyes, "If I had the power, I would definitely enact a law, anyone who plays games with food safety should be executed by firing squad."

"With that statement, you’ll never reach that position."

"..."

Jiang Chen looked at her dumbfoundedly, his lips moved slightly, then he said with a bitter smile: "That kind of talk, keep it between us; don’t bring it up outside."

Food safety is a broad and gravely serious issue; it has reached an alarming level.

But there’s nothing that can be done about it.

The chain of interests is too vast.

It’s like someone once proposed enacting a law stating that anyone caught embezzling over half a million should be executed.

The result.

It was unanimously rejected.

Jiang Chen was reminded of Luo Peng’s interview at Dong University.

The most effective way to change the world is to start with oneself.

"I can assure you that our brand will absolutely not have any health issues."

Jiang Chen said firmly and decisively.

"What will you do if you don’t fulfill your promise?"

"Then I..."

After a brief pause, Jiang Chen stated resolutely: "Then I will never show my face to you again."

The weight of this promise was truly immense.

"Say it again."

Pei Yunxi took out her phone, "I’ll record it."

"..."