"President Xiao, I'm returning this to you." Song Xiaodong handed the check back to Xiao Haiqing.
Xiao Haiqing hastily waved his hands and frowned, saying, "How can I take back something that has already been given away? Wouldn't that be disrespectful to me?"
Song Xiaodong gave a slight smile and said, "I really don't lack the money. Having it on me is of no use, whereas your company would likely feel the impact on its working capital without this twenty million. So let's consider this money as my investment. How does that sound?"
Xiao Haiqing looked at Song Xiaodong, then graciously accepted the check with a hearty laugh, saying, "Well, that settles it, then. I'll convert this money into shares for you. Our company is currently performing well, and getting a cut of the dividends each year is indeed quite nice."
Song Xiaodong nodded and replied, "Exactly. Now I'll also be a shareholder of your company. Imagine if I someday want to flaunt a little power there—could be pretty fun."