Chapter 178
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Chapter 178: It Was Clearly Me First!
Lu Shiqing found it unbelievable. After all, in this world, the exchange rate of the U.S. currency was far more stable than in her previous life.
Twenty billion US dollars, when converted to Huaxia currency, amounted to about 160 billion.
That was already about to catch up to her own Gaoshan Ventures.
But when Zhu Yao heard that Ye Xiao mentioned twenty billion US Dollars, he began to ponder.
He had offered thirty-five billion to acquire the rights to “My World”, focusing on the domestic market.
But the other party was using US dollars — more likely, they were looking at My World’s potential for global development.
Given the uniqueness of “My World”, that price was still within the realm of possibility.
“May I ask, President Ye Xiao, which company is trying to acquire the rights to ‘My World’?”
“Who else could be that bold and extravagant besides GiantSoft?”
Ye Xiao smiled as she replied.
“In that case, we were the ones being presumptuous. May I ask, President Ye Xiao, do you have any other projects at hand?”
Although Zhu Yao looked a bit regretful, there was nothing he could do. After all, their company was just an ordinary domestic internet firm — not even a major player in the industry. There was simply no way to compete with GiantSoft.
Ye Xiao seemed to have an astonishing talent in internet projects and game development. From an unknown small studio, she had catapulted Yun-Xiao into the ranks of major gaming companies — all with a seemingly ordinary pixel block game.
If they could get involved in Ye Xiao’s future projects, the potential profits were unimaginable.
“If there’s a chance, I’ll consider working with your company, President Zhu.”
With that verbal promise from Ye Xiao, Zhu Yao could be said to have achieved the goal of his visit. What they needed was a project with market competitiveness — not necessarily My World’s IP.
“If no deal is made, at least the friendship remains. I toast to President Ye Xiao — let’s eat, let’s eat!”
President Zhu raised his glass to Ye Xiao.
Ye Xiao didn’t hesitate, lifted her glass, and downed it in one go.
“Hahaha! President Ye Xiao truly lives up to the title of a heroine among women. To be able to meet you today is a stroke of great fortune!”
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“Xiao Xiao, did someone from GiantSoft really come to talk to you about acquiring ‘My World’?”
Lu Shiqing leaned toward Ye Xiao and asked in a low voice.
Zhu Yao’s offer to acquire “My World” was already full of sincerity. For a company with a market cap of over ten billion, their liquid assets likely only amounted to a few billion. Most of it was in fixed assets or unsettled receivables. Having over ten billion in liquid cash was already pushing it.
The 35 billion Zhu Yao promised would mostly have to be raised through bank loans or mortgages.
Lu Shiqing didn’t doubt that some foreigner would be interested in acquiring “My World”.
Even though 3D technology was already very mature, there were still countless people who were passionate about pixel art.
In fact, early on, pixel-style art design was handled entirely by programmers, which is why pixel art was also referred to as programmer art.
The pixel style of “My World” had emerged as early as the 1970s and had remained evergreen in the gaming world.
At first, Lu Shiqing had thought Ye Xiao’s mention of other potential buyers was just a tactic to raise her value and hold out for a better offer.
But it was clear that Ye Xiao had directly rejected President Zhu — without even giving him a chance to offer more.
So she was half skeptical, half believing.
“Would I lie? My dear sister, how could I ever lie to you? Or are you just one of those clueless people who don’t see how massive the potential of ‘My World’ is?”
“Uh…”
Lu Shiqing fell silent. Truth be told, she really couldn’t see how “My World” could have such huge commercial value.
“All right, Sister Lu, eat, eat!”
As for Shen Yunchu, she had no idea what to say. She spent every day at the company and could even say that she knew Yun-Xiao better than Ye Xiao did.
But she had never seen any foreigners come to discuss acquisition or business cooperation.
So how had it suddenly become a thing that some foreigner wanted to drop twenty billion US Dollars to acquire the game rights?
Lu Shiqing no longer dwelled on it. She had originally been wondering about her relationship with Ye Xiao — whether she could make it public to her family.
After all, most of the older generation still held on to very traditional views, thinking that girls should marry, settle down, and raise a family.
The only reason she was able to become president of Gaoshan Ventures was because of the profit involved.
Even though some in the family coveted that piece of the pie and were reluctant, they couldn’t strip her of her position.
But if Lu Shiqing liked women, it might provoke the displeasure of certain elders in the family.
However, if Ye Xiao herself was highly capable and able to generate immense wealth and value, then no one would dare say a damn thing if Lu Shiqing wanted to be with her.
Simply put, as long as there was enough profit involved, those people would compromise on anything.
Originally, Lu Shiqing had been tormented by how long she’d have to keep her relationship with Ye Xiao hidden from the world — a relationship that defied societal norms.
Although many said things like “just be yourself and ignore others,” reality often wasn’t so simple. The saying “gossip is a fearful thing” existed for a reason.
If those mouths could be shut, that would be ideal.
Now, though, Ye Xiao’s personal value had already reached the threshold where their relationship could be public — regardless of gender.
The family might not support it, but at least no one would oppose it.
Thinking this way, Lu Shiqing’s gaze toward Ye Xiao became even more heated.
Not to mention Zhu Zhu, who clearly saw what was going on.
Calling her “sister-in-law” left and right.
Her face was getting redder and redder.
During the meal, she kept serving Ye Xiao food.
When Ye Xiao’s mouth got dirty, she even helped Yunchu wipe it clean!
Acting all sweet and considerate!
Such a beautiful goddess, and yet so gentle!
President Ye Xiao’s ability to charm women… was truly unfathomable!
The chubby girl could tell: Lu Shiqing’s love for Ye Xiao wasn’t just about money — because Lu Shiqing wasn’t short on money to begin with. She genuinely loved her as a person!
Meanwhile, Shen Yunchu, watching the increasing intimacy between Ye Xiao and Lu Shiqing, couldn’t help but feel bitter inside.
Whether it was Lu Shiqing or Su Ruoxue — she, Shen Yunchu, was the one who had been by Ye Xiao’s side first.
Ye Xiao — once her best friend — had now found someone she loved and who loved her back. That should’ve been a happy thing.
But when those two happy things came together, Shen Yunchu instead felt a faint ache in her heart.
Ye Xiao had no idea what Lu Shiqing or Shen Yunchu were thinking. All she knew was — the girls’ affection meters had gone up again.
“Lu Shiqing’s affection +4, current affection: 94. Reward: 400 strategy points. Host, please keep it up and capture your target heroine as soon as possible!”
“Shen Yunchu’s affection +9, current affection: 94. Reward: 400 strategy points. Host, please keep it up and capture your target heroine as soon as possible!”
