Tao Zhiming was very determined and confident about Asmai.

This feeling was conveyed to Key Holder. The first contact point was over, and he was just going to go back and investigate Tao Dalang carefully.

Tao Zhiming was not afraid of his investigation, because after repeated investigations, they would only find out that he was very rich and his relationship with Mitsubishi was not very good. This was true.

The most important thing is that ASML did have a very difficult time from its establishment until about 1990.

The more important fact is that after ASML's lithography machine was finally developed and put on the market, Philips relied on Europe's support for the semiconductor industry and the recovery of the lithography machine market in the mid-1990s, and it couldn't wait to clear its hands.

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As for whether he regretted it until his intestines were purged, Tao Zhiming felt that he probably did.

This also reveals another important point: Philips, the shareholder itself, played little role in the development of ASML. If it did, it was that when ASML was in such a difficult situation that no one was willing to take over, it still took the lead.

A lot of funds were brought in for their research and development.

In this regard, Tao Zhiming can completely replace it.

Not only can he replace Philips' capital, but he also understands the future technological trends and can provide a market for ASML in the future.

Of course, he also knew that Bay Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. had been founded, and one of its shareholders was Philips.

This game of chess has just begun.

The reputation created by Forbes can be put to good use this time.

After Tao Zhiming chatted with Key Holder for a few more words, they went to Kumina Maehara's side.

Just like in Los Angeles, Tao Zhiming once again invited them face to face and introduced how the neon market is rapidly expanding. Interesting stories about gold foil cuisine, people's love for sports such as golf and skiing, and how they spend money like water.

The consumer army is exactly the period of neon expansion for luxury brands.

Chiao Gucci and others have actually opened a store in Neon, and they agree with what Tao Zhiming said.

It's just that the scenes described by Tao Zhiming do sound like a society that suddenly got rich and was too eager to decorate its taste with luxury goods.

"Mr. Tao, what you are mainly engaged in at Neon is not real estate?" After a while, Gio Gucci asked doubtfully, "What is said in Forbes magazine is different."

"Everyone in Tokyo knows about my business direction." Tao Zhiming said, feeling a little funny. "Whether it is Dimension Culture in publishing, WanderDance in entertainment, or Onodera Wealth in the financial field, they are actually better than me.

Investment in real estate should be reputable. However, these are not listed companies, so it is difficult for them to evaluate our profits."

"So... real estate is only a part of Mr. Tao's real assets?"

"Although it is only a part, it is indeed an important part." Tao Zhiming glanced at Paul Vitali next to him, and then said with a smile, "I came to Idali this time to interview Mr. Paul because I was going to work in Ni

Neon wants to start a yacht business. Of course, Neon is still worried that I am just using it as a home port for yachts to purchase land, but I believe that when the cooperation with Mr. Paul is thoroughly negotiated and the news is announced, this

There will be no more worries.”

Gio Gucci thought of the super yacht Theresa told him about, and smiled meaningfully: "Mr. Tao, is the yacht home port? What a big deal."

"I like yachts."

"For his hobbies, Mr. Tao has invested a lot of money. So, does Mr. Tao have other hobbies?"

Tao Zhiming looked at him, then at Monica Bellucci beside him, and said: "I have been busy making money, and I haven't had time to explore other hobbies."

"Does Mr. Tao like art?" A younger person in the crowd asked with a smile, "My friend at Christie's said that Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" was bought by a neon company. I heard that not long after

It will be exhibited for the first time in Neon. The auction price is nearly 40 million yuan."

Tao Zhiming looked at him with a smile and said calmly: "I'm not paying attention to this."

"If Mr. Tao wants to buy some art or other collections, you can get to know my friend. He will have the most comprehensive and timely information."

"Okay." Tao Zhiming just replied politely.

During the bubble economy era, neon did have a craze for collecting paintings and art films, but its use was mainly for money laundering, tax avoidance and bribery.

But seeing how they started talking about literature, history and art, each holding a glass of wine and talking loudly, Tao Zhiming felt a little unmotivated.

He is not stupid. When facing the new rich, the "old aristocrats" will always use such topics to show their deep accumulation and long heritage.

Sure enough, suddenly someone threw the ball to him and said as if he was sorry: "Sorry, I forgot that Mr. Tao may not know much about Western works and history. Mr. Tao is the most important person tonight.

Guest, I heard that golf has become popular in Neon. Mr. Tao, would you like to go and play together tomorrow?"

Tao Zhiming chuckled: "I don't play golf."

"Really? What kind of sports does Mr. Tao like? Horse riding?"

Tao Zhiming still liked riding, but after hearing the meaning of his words, Tao Zhiming just said calmly: "I am the founder of the business, and my main focus now can only be on business. The pursuit of art

, or continue to delve into the field that I love, maybe I will have children like this in the future. For now, I can only be a profit-seeking businessman first."

The person who asked those words seemed a little embarrassed: "Mr. Tao, you misunderstood."

"Don't worry, it's also very interesting to hear you discuss these topics." Tao Zhiming's face indeed showed an interesting expression.

Gio Gucci was a little surprised. He originally thought that this young man would eagerly announce the superyacht he was going to build, or discuss with these people about private helicopters, luxury watches and other such things.

Unexpectedly, he bluntly stated that he is now a "layman".

"Mr. Tao, let's go sit over there?" Gucci said.

"Of course." Tao Zhiming walked with him to the sofa not far away, and Monica Bellucci followed behind.

After Chio Gucci sat down, he smiled and asked: "Mr. Tao asked Azimu to invite me here just for the Tokyo Fashion Festival?"

Tao Zhiming shook his head: "Gucci doesn't want to participate in the Tokyo Fashion Festival now, which is of course understandable."

"So, is it for Mr. Tao's super yacht?" he asked in a low voice.

Tao Zhiming was stunned for a moment, then smiled subtly: "Mr. Qiao knows, right? But the decoration plan and furnishings of the yacht are for the next stage, and I haven't considered it yet."

"What is Mr. Tao's purpose?"

"It's not easy for me to come to Idali from Neon. If I can get to know more celebrities, there may be opportunities for cooperation in the future, right?"

Tao Zhiming just told Theresa that some Idali fashion brands could be invited to the dinner party.

His purpose is indeed limited to this. Just get acquainted first, maybe it will be useful later. But now hearing this guy ask this, it seems that Teresa gave them an illusion: Tao Zhiming is on his super yacht

On the market, many aspects need to be customized with luxury brands.

As expected, Gio Gucci felt bored, but he still politely chatted with him for a few words, then stood up and said: "If Mr. Tao likes our Gucci products and wants to customize something, our Tokyo store will definitely do it for Mr. Tao."

Provide good service. When I get back, I will tell them to prepare a special VIP card for Mr. Tao."

Listening to the music that was already playing over there, Gio Gucci extended his hand to Monica Bellucci with a smile: "Can we dance together?"

He looked very gentlemanly, but Monica Bellucci shook her head: "Mr. Chio, I want to sit down for a while."

Gio Gucci stood up straight and walked towards Erica.

"Your name is Monica?" Tao Zhiming was a little surprised that she would sit here without moving.

"Monica Bellucci."

Tao Zhiming nodded: "Is Miss Monica an actress? Sorry, I don't know many actors in Idali."

"Not yet, now I work as a model occasionally." She looked at Tao Zhiming and said a little surprised, "Your English... is pretty good."

"Miss Monica, I can just have a brief conversation. Maybe they feel that many of what I say are wrong, and they are secretly laughing."

Monica smiled, radiant with glory, and then asked doubtfully: "When you first saw me, you seemed a little surprised. Of course, I didn't mean surprised because of my appearance."

Tao Zhiming was convinced: "Miss Monica is very frank about her beauty. Of course it is because she is surprised by her appearance."

"I have been accustomed to men's gazes for many years." She said firmly, "That look in your eyes is not because you think I am beautiful. It is a kind of accident, as if you know me, but you are surprised to see me here."

Tao Zhiming felt a pain in his head. Are these women who later became famous actors good at capturing micro-expressions? Jennifer Aniston also said the same before.

"Probably because the expression on your face is very serious and calm." Tao Zhiming casually said the reason, "Although you were standing behind others, you still have your own unique temperament. Miss Monica must be a very strong person.

Woman, are you here with Mr. Qiao?"

"Yes."

"Why would you refuse his invitation to dance with you?"

"I don't want to dance with him."

"...This is a very good reason." Tao Zhiming laughed and said, "Have you ever been a model for Gucci?"

"Not yet. It looks like I won't do it in the future either." Monica Bellucci said nonchalantly, "Unless he thinks it's enough for me to accompany him to this banquet as a female companion today."

Tao Zhiming's understanding of her was limited to the fact that she was very daring to star in relatively large-scale movies, and because of her invincible appearance and figure, she was praised by many as the flower of the earth, and she could be called a national treasure of Idali.

After a few short conversations at this moment, I found that she had a very calm and natural aura about her.

"So, you won't have no bottom line because of money?"

"What's the bottom line?" Monica glanced at him, "For me, beauty and body are just tools. What's important is my will. I don't really care about making money as a model now."

Tao Zhiming clicked his tongue: "Is it just a tool? Then what does Miss Monica care about?"

"Are you interested in me too?"

"...Of course." Tao Zhiming didn't expect her to be so direct, "I am also a very normal man. But Miss Monica surprised me. Your words... are very frank."

"There's nothing wrong with being frank." She looked at Tao Zhiming, "I like the art of movies. I just heard you say that you have no interest in art, so I have no interest in you for the time being."
To be continued...