At the headquarters of Tencent Group.
In the large conference room, the entire group's senior management was gathered.
The atmosphere was unusually oppressive.
As the Vice President of Business for the entire group, Li Daode was frowning deeply.
On the big screen was a 30-page analysis of the new features of the Gemini app.
"Mr. Li, this new 'Interests' feature of Gemini has transformed their customer service from one-on-one to one-to-many!"
"The appeal of their product is no longer just about finding soulmates, but also about adding groups of customers with similar interests!"
"The ability of these groups to mutually attract each other is very frightening!"
"This feature has only been online for 30 minutes, and their users have surged again! It's already close to 600 million! They're not far from catching up with us!"
"That's enough!"
Li Daode extended his hand, impatiently stopping his subordinate's report, "Has the company behind Gemini been investigated?"
"Yes, the registrant is named Di San, and the company is located in the Rongteng Tower CBD building."
A secretary-like person immediately reported.
"Di San... never heard of him, most likely a newcomer!"
"And their company is currently not profitable, so their funds should be limited."
Li Daode pondered for a moment, then said loudly, "Vice President Situ."
"I'm here."
"You go, go to their company for a face-to-face talk! Since we can't replicate their technology, then go negotiate an acquisition for me!"
"I'll give you 5 billion, no, 10 billion in authority!"
"Use the money to bring it down for me!"
"No one can, and no one dares to refuse an acquisition by Tencent Group!"
Hearing this amount, the middle-aged man referred to as Vice President Situ was momentarily stunned, feeling immense pressure!
He nodded solemnly, "Mr. Li, rest assured, I will secure it!"
...
At this moment, in front of Rongteng Tower.
While Liu Di was watching the data, someone suddenly patted him hard on the shoulder!
Ajia, who had quietly sneaked behind Liu Di, was preparing to pull Liu Di into a hug.
Holding back laughter, he exerted force suddenly!
"Huh... what the?"
Ajia almost tripped himself!
Liu Di just stood there casually.
How is this body like a javelin, steady as a mountain, not moving an inch?
"Liu Di, your physique is impressive!"
Ajia exclaimed.
Seeing Ajia, who seemed to have a new lease on life, Liu Di smiled and said, "I've been working out recently, and you've fallen behind!"
"Stop talking nonsense!"
Ajia said, scratching his head and looking up at the 80-plus floors of Rongteng Tower, "The company you told me about isn't here, is it? The rent here is very expensive!"
"Why don't you come and see for yourself?"
Liu Di smiled mysteriously and took the lead.
Entering the elevator, Liu Di directly pressed the button for the 87th floor.
Ajia sighed, "Wow, you picked quite a high floor!"
Arriving on the 87th floor, rows of offices lined the sides of the corridor, with huge floor-to-ceiling windows and a vast view.
It inexplicably lifted one's spirits!
These offices were not yet occupied, with only a few workers scattered around, working on some details.
The two walked through the narrow corridor.
Liu Di kept his eyes straight ahead.
Ajia, on the other hand, kept marveling—what kind of person could afford such a nice office?
"Ajia, I'm working on an internet project, specifically in instant messaging."
"And the first version is already complete and went live yesterday."
Hearing Liu Di's introduction, Ajia instantly became serious.
Liu Di continued, "What you need to do is assemble the team, handle daily maintenance and reception."
"As for me, I don't want to reveal my identity to the outside world for now, so all public appearances will be up to you."
"Our company doesn't lack funds, technology, or personnel, so you can rest assured about all of this."
Ajia's eyes grew increasingly surprised, "Liu Di, you're not joking, are you?"
"Of course not, your brother here is very capable!" Liu Di said with a smile.
"Very capable? To what extent?"
By this time, the two had finished walking the 87th floor and reached the 88th floor via the stairwell.
Liu Di, as if strolling through a market, said with a smile, "We're capable enough to... refuse all the venture capital firms, fund companies, and large groups that will soon come rushing in to acquire us!"
Ajia laughed heartily, "Brother, having entrepreneurial dreams is good, but boasting is not right!"
The two continued to stroll and reached the 89th floor, a vast open space.
Liu Di smirked, "Once these companies come knocking, it'll be up to you to handle them. I won't show up unless absolutely necessary!"
"You brat, still so cheeky!"
Ajia looked around the office environment in front of him, feeling great, "Let's first aim to move into such a big office."
Liu Di chuckled lightly, "As we agreed, you're the CEO of this company now, and I'll be the behind-the-scenes director, doing nothing but counting money!"
"You brat! Our little startup doesn't need so many useless positions! The CEO is just a brick, moving wherever needed! CEO is Ajia, secretary is Ajia, janitor is Ajia! Haha!"
Years of friendship left no barriers between them!
Amidst laughter, the two reached the vast rooftop terrace.
It was as large as a football field.
Equipped with a helicopter pad, a small golf course, and a suspended swimming pool!
Utterly luxurious!
"Tsk tsk! Damn capitalism!"
Though Ajia cursed, his eyes were full of longing!
"Ajia, we've known each other for 7 years, right?"
Liu Di continued to stroll, "You're one of the few people in this world I can completely trust."
"Of course, you've always been the one who unconditionally supports me, whether I'm at my peak or in a low point, you've never underestimated me!"
"Nonsense, who else could treat you like this?
"One call from you, and I dropped everything to come running!"
Ajia blinked his slightly moist eyes, "Stop being sentimental, just say it straight, are you short on money? My 150,000 savings are ready, can be transferred anytime!"
Liu Di pursed his lips and nodded, "I'll give you the company's financial account later, you can handle it yourself!"
Of course, Ajia's money wasn't needed!
The financial account for the Creator company had already been registered by Magic Child, with 5 billion in working capital deposited!
"I've organized a document on the company's business and future plans, and sent it to your email. Even for a top student like you from Haida, it'll take you a few days to digest." Liu Di added.
"You really are quick, already giving me the full picture!"
As they spoke, the two of them reached the edge of the terrace.
In front of them, the entire view of Haishi was laid out, majestic and grand!
"By the way."
Leaning against the railing, Ajia suddenly turned his head and asked, "You just led me around three floors, which one is actually our company?"
Liu Di gazed into the distance, pondered for a moment, and smiled, "All of them."
"Including the terrace we're standing on."
"What?!"
"That's a whole three floors!"
Ajia exclaimed in shock!
"What kind of company are you running?!"
Liu Di shrugged, calmly saying, "Company name—Creator!"
"Currently, there's only one product—Gemini!"
"Damn!"
Ajia exclaimed again, nearly losing his footing and almost falling off the 89th floor!