Chapter 520: Chapter 297: The Way Out
Descending from the skyscraper, Chen Cheng first helped Wen Shulin into the car.
“If there’s nothing else, I’ll head back to the company.”
Chen Cheng leaned on the rear window of the Maybach, smiling and said, “There’s definitely something else.”
Wen Shulin blinked, “What?”
Chen Cheng leaned in closer, his profile facing Wen Shulin.
And Wen Shulin, seeing Chen Cheng’s approaching head, chuckled and said, “Since when does Mr. Chen need this?”
“Well, isn’t this only for you?”
Eventually, the bright red lips landed on Chen Cheng’s cheek, and only then did he pull back contentedly and waved his hand.
The Maybach slowly drove away, and Chen Cheng let out a long sigh of relief.
At this moment, Xia Yubing also came over, noticing the faint lipstick mark on his face, “Husband, your face.”
Xia Yubing took a tissue out of her bag and wiped away the mark left by Wen Shulin.
“Xiao Lu is still at the marketing center talking with President Zhao, it should be about twenty minutes or so.” She crumpled up the used tissue with the lipstick mark and tossed it into the trash bin.
Chen Cheng nodded, “Good timing, I have something to tell you as well.”
They got into the car, and Chen Donghai tactfully left them alone.
Sitting in the back seat, Xia Yubing turned towards the man who had just splurged 8 billion on a building.
“I’ve been thinking, there are two things I want to tell you and Xiao Lu.”
Chen Cheng sat with his legs crossed, gazing deeply at her.
“The bond issuance business will be completely over after one last time,” Chen Cheng said candidly.
Upon hearing this, Xia Yubing’s brows furrowed.
Although this line of work was somewhat shady, it was, after all, a business they had done for five or six years.
Now, Chen Cheng, without any prior signs, suddenly announced its ending, which filled Xia Yubing’s heart with confusion and unease.
She grabbed Chen Cheng’s arm, “Why is it suddenly coming to an end? Did something come up?”
Chen Cheng shook his head, extending his hand to gently smooth her furrowed brows. “No issues encountered, it’s just that policies are about to be implemented.”
“The last decision was made by Mr. Jin, and this information, I’ve also confirmed from multiple sources.”
He continued, “Buying this building signifies the beginning of a transformation. Dili Private Equity is about to launch.”
Hearing the four words “Dili Private Equity,” Xia Yubing initially paused, then a hint of realization flashed in her eyes.
Chen Cheng nodded, “Policy tightening is an inevitable trend, rather than waiting passively, it’s better to take the initiative to transform. Although the private equity route is also challenging, at least it’s safer and more stable in the sunlight.”
Xia Yubing fell silent for a moment, digesting the information brought by Chen Cheng.
Although she didn’t understand the specifics of the private equity industry, she knew what “policy tightening” implied.
This indicated that their business, which had been operating in a gray area, would struggle to continue, making transformation an inevitable choice.
“Without bond issuance, it means money won’t be circulating through Beijing anymore,” Chen Cheng continued. “It means that the cut Xiao Lu can get there will drop to zero.”
Xia Yubing understood why she and her sister could live a comfortable life in Beijing, “Husband, you have given Xiao Lu a lot of business over the past month.”
She paused, “It’s also good not to issue bonds, having a legitimate profession makes life more stable.”
Chen Cheng gave a faint smile, deliberately asking, “Without the bond business, won’t you two feel less comfortable working with the Beijing branch?”
Xia Yubing gave a wry smile, “Indeed, without the bond business, there will definitely be many changes at the Beijing branch.”
“Xiao Lu at the credit position, used to earn a good commission through the bond business, now that it’s gone, her income will inevitably be greatly reduced.”
“And within the bank, those colleagues who used to fear us or ingratiate themselves due to our advantage in bond issuance might completely change their attitude. There may even be gossip or deliberate obstruction in work assignments.”
She looked at Chen Cheng and spoke the truth, “After all, we both entered the head office because of the bond business.”
She paused, “I’m fine on my side, now in an administrative position, plus having been in the bank for some years, I have a fairly stable network of contacts, I can handle the setbacks.”
“But Xiao Lu is young and headstrong, I fear she can’t handle this kind of downturn. If she acts impulsively and clashes with colleagues or a leader, that would be bad.”
“This is also my concern.” Chen Cheng said solemnly: “That’s why I wanted to talk to you first.”
“Husband, what are your plans then?”
As Chen Cheng was the pillar for Xia Yubing and Tong Jialu, with him changing paths, the two blossoming beauties also needed to change.
“Come out, and work with me.”
Chen Cheng gave his answer.
Xia Yubing’s eyes widened in surprise, she had thought of countless possibilities, but had not anticipated this plan from Chen Cheng.
“What? Not willing?” Chen Cheng saw the surprise in her eyes and asked.
Xia Yubing shook her head repeatedly, “No, not at all.”
“It’s just that I didn’t expect you to include us.” She continued, “Just to follow you, we are already very content.”
Chen Cheng smiled confidently, “How could I leave you two behind?”
Xia Yubing leaned into Chen Cheng’s embrace, “I know you’re very good to me and Xiao Lu.”
Chen Cheng’s hand roamed over her A-line skirt, he said, “Since you two are with me, I can’t just abandon you because the business is no longer done.”
He laughed, “Should I assume you’ve agreed for Xiao Lu, too?”
“Xiao Lu won’t have any objections,” Xia Yubing stated confidently, “She listens to you the most.”