Chapter 77: Redefine Her Understanding of Success
Lei Xiaojun, like the Five Tigers, was pulled into another circle of CEOs showering him with flattery.
But his mind was fixated on the face Li Mo had given him today, the recognition and respect. If he ever left Kingsoft, he would definitely seek a position under Li Mo. At this moment, Lei Xiaojun was convinced that Li Mo was his destined mentor.
Thanks to their special status, Liu Pingping and Su Qingyan remained seated beside Li Mo.
Even Mr. Yong treated them with courtesy.
As Su Qingyan looked around at the industry titans she would never have had the chance to meet otherwise, her pride swelled.
Liu Pingping, meanwhile, felt like she was in a dream, one that was almost too surreal. And all of it… was brought about by the very man she and her daughter had once looked down on.
Nightfall and Reflections
As the night deepened, the pre-Summit banquet gradually drew to a close.
Meanwhile, in a new 200-square-meter apartment in Shenzhen, Su Xiaoxiao had just finished drafting her latest proposal.
“The IPO plans are finally moving forward.”
“In another year, I might even be able to afford a villa.”
The thought of a bright future filled her with joy… yet inexplicably, a sudden chill ran through her.
It was as if… she had lost something immensely important.
A wave of inexplicable sadness washed over her, leaving her feeling desolate for no apparent reason.
“What’s wrong with me? Why do I suddenly feel so awful?”
Late into the night, the guests finally retired to their rooms.
Ma Tengyun and the others, still engrossed in conversation with the CEOs, showed no signs of stopping. Li Mo paid them no mind and returned to his room, lying down slowly.
He knew his reputation in the investment world was now firmly established. From here on out, securing investments would be much easier.
“Still… Ma Yun is truly ambitious. But as long as the opportunity is there, I can’t afford to miss it.”
“In a month, the crypto market crash will net me 30 billion in cash. I’ll need to plan ahead for Taobao and Alipay.”
Li Mo recalled how, after a few drinks, Ma Yun had become even more unrestrained in his speech.
“That man… is going to be hard to control.”
Just as Li Mo was about to sleep, a knock came at his door.
Who could be visiting at this hour?
When he opened it, Su Qingyan, dressed in a short skirt and black stockings, threw herself into his arms, kicking the door shut behind her.
“Brother, you were amazing today! The whole scene was like a dream! If I told my classmates, they’d never believe me!”
She had never expected such a grand spectacle. It was almost unbelievable.
As a young student, she and her peers were deeply fascinated by the internet industry and its moguls.
“Yanyan, aren’t you afraid your mom will catch you sneaking into my room this late?”
Su Qingyan clung to him tightly as he carried her to the window, where they sat together, gazing at the distant view of West Lake.
“Of course not! After tonight, Mom’s too stunned to even think about checking on me!”
“Today was absolutely worth it! The West Lake Summit is incredible! Tomorrow’s going to be even more exciting!”
She rested her head on Li Mo’s shoulder, looking utterly content.
Li Mo studied their reflection in the glass. Su Qingyan looked strikingly similar to Liu Pingping, if she aged another twenty years, the resemblance would be uncanny.
“There’ll be plenty more opportunities like this. But by the next Summit, the landscape will be completely different.”
Li Mo had already decided that after the Summit, Tencent would begin its aggressive expansion, starting with the gaming market.
“No matter what, Brother, you’re the best!” Su Qingyan’s voice brimmed with adoration.
Remembering all the tender moments they had shared, she hugged him even tighter.
“Brother, let’s go boating on West Lake tomorrow! I’ve never been before.”
Li Mo kissed her cheek lightly.
“Don’t worry, I promised I’d take you, and I will.”
He also needed to make another strategic investment during the trip, one involving emergency medical services.
He wondered what the returns would be this time.
Just as Su Qingyan had predicted, Liu Pingping couldn’t sleep at all.
Even after a shower, she felt no drowsiness.
Tonight had completely shattered her worldview.
If an ignorant person never witnessed true grandeur, they might live a content and fulfilling life. But once exposed, their entire perspective collapses.
Liu Pingping realized how dull her past life had been.
Despite her own experiences, Li Mo had still managed to redefine her understanding of success.