"...I think your best choice right now isn't to forcefully switch suppliers head-on, but to accept their temporary shortcomings first to stabilize your market position.
At the sa ti, actively seek customized, exclusive cold chain solutions with national giants like SF Express or JD.
Only by introducing this level of 'river-crossing dragon' and leveraging their capital and influence can we possibly break this regional monopoly."
As an operations executive at Hema Fresh, ng Ran understood all too well how critical supply chains could be for chain brands.
So during the initial expansion phase, to reduce expenses, she didn't choose to cooperate with giants like SF Express who quoted high prices, but opted for more flexible, lower-cost regional suppliers.
This decision was reasonable at the ti.
But now, Weiguang Coffee's montum was so rapid, especially after reaching strategic cooperation with Yuntong Zhicui under Smile Holdings, the brand already possessed core competitive strengths to stand out.
Supply chain upgrades were imperative.
Xie Shuyu nodded silently, frowning in thought for a while.
She slowly spoke: "Thank you, Ranran, I understand what you an. But this matter is too important, I need to carefully consider it. Let's not talk about this today, co, let's drink."
"Ding~"
Their green plum wine glasses lightly touched in the air, emitting a crisp sound.
ng Ran took a sip of wine, put down her glass, and looked at her long-unseen friend across the table.
She couldn't help but sigh: "Honestly, Xiaoyu, I admire you. In less than a year, Weiguang Coffee has actually reached this point—I admit I underestimated you before. And that 40 million Series A funding... no installnts, no valuation adjustnt chanisms, pure cash full investnt at once, simply terrifying."
Hearing this,
Xie Shuyu first smiled, then shook her head self-deprecatingly: "Just luck, really—I t my current investor. You know under normal circumstances, given Weiguang's situation at the ti, it wasn't worth that price."
ng Ran raised an eyebrow, clinked glasses with her, and joked deliberately: "Pfft, that investor of yours... couldn't possibly be... interested in you? My beautiful friend."
In her eyes, Xie Shuyu had been "goddess-level" since university days.
Height, presence, looks, talent—almost flawless.
The only regret was probably how driven and stubborn she was, never willing to divert her attention for relationships, stubbornly becoming a single career woman in her thirties.
However, Xie Shuyu suddenly looked up, t her gaze, and curved her lips, "Yes, you could say that."
"Ah? What?" ng Ran was completely stunned.
Xie Shuyu elegantly sipped her green plum wine, "Strictly speaking, I should be considered taken now, just haven't announced it publicly."
"What do you an?! That investor really beca your boyfriend?!"
"Yes."
ng Ran's eyes instantly widened, her gossipy curiosity burning fiercely, "You rascal! You finally opened up! What's he like? Any photos? I rember you ntioned before that investor is very young, also from your hotown Quancheng, does clothing e-comrce?" Ｒἁ𝐍Ȯ฿Ɛṧ
When she heard about the successful funding before, she mostly used her industry connections to help analyze pros and cons for her career.
"He's... should be considered very good. Photos later, I'll let you et him in person."
"Quick, tell your story! I desperately want to know which immortal actually managed to win over you, this 'goddess'!"
"That sounds so crude."
Xie Shuyu glared at her, her face showing for the first ti a smile unique to won in love.
Then she began softly narrating her experiences with Tang Song.
Listening to her friend's description, ng Ran grew increasingly excited and shocked.
A young, handso fresh face, first working part-ti as a developer at the company, displaying astonishing ability.
Then, transforming into a mysterious capital big shot, saving the company at its most critical mont like a descending deity.
Not only did he forcefully acquire other shareholders' equity, he generously invested 40 million, entrusting all managent authority to Xie Shuyu.
Finally, the two got together.
Even TV dramas wouldn't dare plot like this!
"Idol drama, a real idol drama! Xiaoyu, this is just too dreamy. I'm super curious about that Tang Song now, really want to et him imdiately!"
ng Ran said excitedly.
The atmosphere beca relaxed and cheerful for a mont.
Xie Shuyu's eyes flickered, seizing the opportunity to suddenly say: "Wanting to et him is simple. After the private session ends, co with to Yancheng? et my investor, and thoroughly understand Weiguang Coffee from start to finish."
As their eyes t, the expression on ng Ran's face gradually fell, keenly detecting the subtext.
"Exactly." Xie Shuyu put down her chopsticks, her voice low and steady, "You know my company's situation—interested in coming to Weiguang to work with ?"
ng Ran tilted her head slightly, smiling: "You want to poach ? What position can you offer?"
Xie Shuyu's gaze was extrely firm, "I need a COO (Chief Operating Officer) who can independently handle matters to oversee all internal affairs. And the only person I can completely trust with this ability is you."
As Weiguang Coffee's scale expanded increasingly, her energy could no longer cover every operational detail.
She urgently needed a "head steward" to free her from tedious managent, allowing her to focus on brand strategy and capital operations.
As Xie Shuyu's words faded, the air gradually quieted.
ng Ran twirled her wine glass, waves stirring in her heart.
She certainly knew what this invitation ant.
Supported by the 40 million cash flow from Series A, Weiguang Coffee had not only added over thirty new stores in both "Premium" and "Quick Pickup" models across North China in the past few months.
It had also opened several high-spec flagship stores in core business districts of first-tier cities like Imperial Capital and Modu.
And reached strategic cooperation with Yuntong Zhicui and Nebula International.
One was the best supply chain, the other was excellent marketing support.
Now with strong brand montum, targeting the Southwest market.
If the model continued succeeding, future growth potential was limitless.
In the latest First Financial report, Weiguang Coffee was already listed among "Top 10 Most Promising National Coffee Brands."
Once discussed alongside Manner and Seesaw in the industry.
This was also the main reason Xie Shuyu was invited to this First Financial private session.
But problems were equally apparent.
The brutal competition in chain restaurants, complexity of supply chain and managent, and potential collapse risks of startups at any mont.
Clear promotion paths, vast resources, backed by Alibaba—whether career prospects or social status were steady, future career path clear and definite.
She was already 33, hadn't even had children for her career.
This move, she couldn't afford to lose.
ng Ran stared at Xie Shuyu for quite a while before gently putting down her chopsticks, smiling: "You've really given a big dilemma. Honestly, I really want to fight alongside you, and I'm very tempted by the COO position. But I just got transferred to the Southwest region a year ago, right when results are showing. How about... wait a bit longer?"
"Can't wait anymore. I can give you equity, real shares. The investor is my boyfriend, now I call the shots in the company—this is definitely not empty promises. If you agree, compensation will definitely be the best."
Seeing the seriousness and expectation in her friend's eyes, long-absent impulse surged in her heart.
Xie Shuyu raised her eyebrows, understanding the subtext.
ng Ran's hesitation largely stemd from wanting to assess that "mysterious investor's" quality.
After all, they were just dating, not married yet.
If things changed in the future, this relationship could greatly affect Weiguang Coffee's stability.
"Of course no problem, I'll introduce you later. Won't disappoint you."
ng Ran said in a half-joking, half-testing tone: "How about having him co to Rongcheng too, accompany you to this private session? Let size him up."
Hearing this suggestion, Xie Shuyu's heart suddenly surged with inexplicable excitent.
Tracing back, the first subtle change between her and Tang Song probably started from that Yansheng Bank High Net Worth Client Private Session.
That day, close contact in the car gave her the first real physiological and psychological impulse.
Later, his "Jinxiu Comrce CTO" identity was revealed, their relationship truly turning a corner.
Ultimately, they had many beautiful mories but lacked long-term ti together.
Attending a private session together again might be a good choice.
Thinking this, Xie Shuyu checked the ti on her wrist, saying softly: "It's quite late today. Tomorrow I'll find ti to call him, ask his opinion."
"Great!" ng Ran blinked, "Then I'll eagerly await!"
As night deepened, their conversation began to diverge.
From the increasingly fierce coffee market competition to future trends in new retail, then to ever-present artificial intelligence, and figures like Jin ixiao and Ouyang Xianyue who were changing the world.
Xie Shuyu's eyes once again glimred with long-absent aspiration and yearning.
.....
November 28, 2023, Tuesday, sunny, -3~7°C.
Yunxi Building, 30th floor, Songi Apparel.
The "butterfly effect" brought by Su Yu continued to develop.
Huge white design boards were covered with colorful inspiration images, fabric swatches, and scribbled sketches.
Several designers of different styles gathered around a large worktable, enthusiastically debating the new collection's the.
"...I think the 'urban nomad' concept is too abstract, not down-to-earth enough."
Tang Song, just finished with operations eting, stepped into this bustling scene.
His gaze imdiately fell on his junior's back.
Today Lingling wore more capable professional attire.
The fitted suit pants accentuated her full hips and thighs with an extrely eye-catching curve.
Tang Song's eyes unconsciously lingered on that curve for a mont.
He noticed since returning from the hot spring resort, his junior seed to have gained an indescribable soft charm.
Whether in walking posture or unintentional mannerisms, she'd beco more feminine.
"Hello, President Tang!"
Several designers noticing him quickly stood, greeting proactively.
She exaggeratedly clapped, openly and cheerfully announcing to everyone: "Co, co, everyone applaud! Our dear President Tang has personally co to inspect our design departnt's 'frontline position'!"
He naturally and intimately stood beside Yao Lingling, joining their discussion.
After hearing everyone's thoughts, Tang Song looked at his junior beside him, "Lingling, your opinion? As director, you should make the final call."
Under her senior's encouraging gaze, Yao Lingling took a deep breath and clearly articulated her ideas.
Tang Song gently nodded, following her train of thought with deeper market and brand perspective supplents and guidance.
After work discussion, bidding farewell to everyone.
Tang Song turned toward the CEO office direction.
Just approaching the office door,
hurried, deliberately light footsteps sounded behind him.
"President Tang."
Tang Song turned, feigning confusion: "What is it? Lingling."
As their eyes t, Yao Lingling's cheeks instantly reddened. She glanced around and whispered: "About that winter collection core the we discussed... I want to report to you privately again."
"Co in."
The office door gently closed, instantly isolating all external sound.
After departnt adjustnts, the clothing design departnt transford from a "barebones commander" to a large departnt with over a dozen employees.
She also jumped from ordinary designer to departnt director.
This newly ford design departnt almost entirely consisted of experienced senior designers poached from famous dostic clothing brands.
Though she made her na with the "Su Yu sa style," truly commanding these talents still felt challenging.
Tang Song's appearance instantly established her unquestionable authority.
"Just saying thanks isn't enough." Tang Song stepped forward, breathing in her vibrant, fresh scent, teasingly blinking.
Yao Lingling's cheeks instantly reddened deeper. She sneakily glanced at the closed office door, biting her lip.
Though still inexperienced, she was exceptionally proactive and passionate.
Tang Song smoothly wrapped his arm around her slender waist, slowly moving downward.
The springy texture was irresistible.
Soon though, she realized Tang Song's other hand was slowly moving up her waistline, disappearing under her shirt.
Yao Lingling instinctively tried to dodge, but he held her firmly.
Oh no! Miscalculation! I... I didn't wear padding today!
Just then.
"Ring ring—"
Tang Song's pocket phone suddenly vibrated.
Yao Lingling quickly released him, blushing: "That, I'm fine now, I'll... go to the restroom first!"
Hurried footsteps sounded as the office door closed again.
Tang Song smiled, took out his phone and glanced.
Imdiately answered, "Hello? Sister Shuyu, finally rembered you have a boyfriend?"
Tang Song's lips curved slightly, "But I'm very unhappy. What to do?"
"Okay, my fault." Xie Shuyu's voice softened, "I'll try to be more attentive in the future."
"What's up? Need sothing?"
"On the 2nd next month, Saturday, First Financial is hosting a brand private session in Rongcheng, related to Weiguang Coffee's important upcoming collaborations and promotions. I'm currently in Rongcheng—interested in coming to accompany ? Of course, mainly depends on your schedule."
Hearing this, Tang Song's eyebrows raised.
What a coincidence.
He already needed to go to Rongcheng to complete the role interaction task with Ouyang Xianyue.
First Qiuqiu wanted to return, now even the female CEO was going there.
But it could also be considered perfect timing.
The receiver was silent for a mont, then a soft "mwah" sound ca through.
"Okay now?"
"Too quiet, didn't hear it. Not sincere enough."
"Mwah— how about now?"
Xie Shuyu always had an "older woman" aura around him, rarely this proactively gentle.
Tang Song instantly perked up, continuing to tease her, feeling full of accomplishnt.
anwhile, Lan Feng International luxury apartnts.
The black Maybach smoothly stopped at the drop-off area.
Xiao Jing looked at Lin Muxue beside her, holding her hand, proactively suggesting: "Xiaoxue, since there's still ti, can I co up to see your ho? Get to know the place."
She quickly waved: "Better not, I've been too tired lately, jet lag not adjusted. And the place is ssy, afraid I can't host properly. Next ti for sure."
Xiao Jing's eyes rolled, showing perfectly appropriate regret: "Alright then, bye-bye."
Quickly exited, took her suitcase from the driver, and hurried into the apartnt entrance.
She was genuinely sowhat afraid of this little pervert.
During those two days staying together in Imperial Capital, not only did the other hold her while sleeping, she always discussed those ssy, blush-inducing topics in her ear.
Heaven knows, Empress Muxue navigating the world for years had never encountered such a perverted person.
The elevator slowly stopped at the 20th floor.
Returning to familiar unit 2002, as the heavy door closed behind her, Lin Muxue let out a long sigh of relief.
Kicked off her high heels, removed her constricting clothes.
Returned to the bedroom, heavily collapsing onto the bed.
But soon, she abruptly sprang up from bed.
Revealing an uncontrollable, sowhat silly brilliant smile.
Then, hugging these docunts, she excitedly rolled around on the spacious bed, her two long legs in premium stockings kicking wildly in the air without any regard for image.
Xiao Jing originally bought this place purely because during her Chang'an trip, she found the historical culture atmosphere interesting, Qujiang's night view beautiful, so casually invested in a unit—a true "building king" unit.
Now directly gifted to her, no money needed.
Had to admit, this rich white beauty indeed had profound "sect heritage."
Empress Muxue felt so excited her heart surged, wanting to pee.
Return to Shan Province!
Parents, older brother, sister-in-law... and those relatives who watched her grow up but always gossiped behind her back...
Familiar figures rapidly flashed through her mind.
Lin Muxue pursed her lips, her gaze gradually complex.
Wealth not returned ho is like wearing brocade at night.
The reason she hadn't made a firm decision ultimately ca down to disappointnt with that "ho" and holding her breath in frustration.
And let those relatives see how well she lived now.
....
Yanjing Huating, large flat.
"Okay Mom, stop nagging, our relationship is fine. I need to get ready, change clothes, then have lunch with Brother Tang Song—we already planned it."
The door quickly closed and locked.
Xiao Jing humd a tune entering the huge walk-in closet.
Opened the innermost wardrobe, skillfully pulling out a hidden compartnt from behind.
Then, various "secret weapons" appeared before her.
She selected a few "handy" tools, carefully placing them in a black handbag, then began removing her clothes piece by piece.
Next, she opened the specially designated underwear storage area.
Put on thick black stockings, finally wearing a black shell jacket that clashed with everything else.
Shyly covering her burning face.
"Great Dark Demon King, Lord Tang Song... your loyal pet, Xiao Jing, is coming to please you soon..."
"And... Xiaoxue, ready to receive Lord Tang Song's affection?"
She muttered to herself for a while, then struck several extrely embarrassing poses at the mirror.
A sowhat pathological anticipatory smile appeared on her face.
Outwardly aloof, actually quite silly, and particularly vain.
Easily blushed when teased, easily bristled when provoked.
This personality was simply too interesting, no less than silly Qingqing.
She was going to Tokyo to receive Tangjin·WANO's property assets, while Tang Song was going to Rongcheng.
Both busy—before separating, of course needed to properly relax and play so fun little gas.
Hehe.
Unlike timid, shy Qingqing, believed Xiaoxue wouldn't refuse her "good intentions."
After all, she was Lord Tang Song's personal assistant, while I... was Lord Tang Song's personal pet.
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