Ou Zhengyan's studio is located in a four-story building at the Hwaseong Art Institute. It is also the only studio among all the studios here that owns the entire building.
The studio is full of artistic atmosphere. If she hadn't known in advance that this was a design studio, Xiao Yingxi would have thought she was in an art exhibition hall.
"this way please."
Ou Zhengyan led Xiao Yingxi all the way up to the fourth floor. This can be said to be Ou Zhengyan's private office area. The seven to eight hundred square meters of space were divided into four areas for him: office area, rest area, and entertainment area.
There is also a display area, which displays some works independently designed by Ou Zhengyan.
"Sit down, what would you like to drink?"
"casual."
After Xiao Yingxi sat down, she was still looking around. When Ou Zhengyan saw this, he said something directly.
"You can visit freely, there is nothing you can't see here."
Xiao Yingxi was not polite after hearing this, and started walking around. It wasn't until Ou Zhengyan came over with two cups of coffee that she sat down again.
"By the way, this is the detailed plan I compiled. You can take a look."
Xiao Yingxi placed a document she carried with her in front of Ou Zhengyan. Ou Zhengyan took it and said something without opening it.
"I have carefully reviewed it with your teacher before. The plan is very detailed and completely feasible. It just takes some time to prepare for the initial stage."
When Xiao Yingxi heard this, her eyes suddenly lit up, and she asked in disbelief.
"So, Mr. Ou is ready to join this project and there is no need to think about it again."
"Why should we consider it? This is a very mature project with great significance. Miss Xiao will handle the funding aspect. I am just providing some training venues and responsible for some behind-the-scenes work, so that I can get some business resources.
It is a project that is beneficial and harmless to me.”
Xiao Yingxi was very excited when she heard Ou Zhengyan's clear attitude. She had been suffering from no platform to help her before, so she had already thought about it. If she could not find a suitable partner, she planned to set up her own studio. That's all.
Otherwise, there might be a shortage of funds, but now, Ou Zhengyan has solved a big problem for her.
"Mr. Ou, if you really think this project is feasible, then I will start preparations immediately. It is estimated that we will be able to sponsor the first batch of children within the next year."
"Of course, I think we can sign the contract at any time, but I have one request, which is that Ms. Xiao becomes the person in charge of this new project."
As soon as Ou Zhengyan made this decision, Xiao Yingxi was obviously taken aback. Logically speaking, as a partner, Ou Zhengyan should also be one of the people in charge, and becoming a person in charge means that his social status and business resources will be significantly improved.
"Mr. Ou, may I know why?"
When Xiao Yingxi asked, Ou Zhengyan showed an enigmatic smile on his face, and then he said something.
"Then let me get straight to the point. I only want Dora Jewelry to be the top luxury jewelry brand under the Yaoyuan Group, and our studio has been having projects in this area over the years. I hope Miss Xiao can recommend it. As for whether we can work with you
When Dora Jewelry reaches a cooperation, we will strive for it based on our own abilities."
Ou Zhengyan revealed his true colors, but his thoughts did not make people feel repelled. What Ou Zhengyan wanted was an opportunity to establish communication, not necessarily to achieve cooperation.
After Xiao Yingxi heard this, she really appreciated Ou Zhengyan's straightforwardness. She preferred such straight-to-the-point answers to those roundabout ways and conspiracies, and this request was not too difficult for Xiao Yingxi.
No, after Xiao Yingxi thought about it for a moment, she nodded in agreement and said.
"Mr. Ou, Dora has been looking for new collaborators over the years, hoping to inject fresh blood into this brand. Just wait for my news. As you said, I am responsible for matchmaking. As for whether it can be achieved, it depends on your studio.
of strength."
Hearing Xiao Yingxi's very affirmative answer, Ou Zhengyan showed a slight smile on his face, raised the coffee in front of him, and said seriously.
"Then I wish our cooperation success. I hope this project can bring more outstanding talents to this industry and replace wine with coffee."
"Smooth cooperation."
Xiao Yingxi also raised her coffee cup and showed a satisfied smile.
Xiao Yingxi seemed to have met a confidant she hadn't seen for a long time. The two of them chatted from morning to noon. If Ou Zhengyan's assistant hadn't come over to remind them that it was time to eat, they probably wouldn't have paid attention to the time.
"Miss Xiao, let's have a casual meal together."
Ou Zhengyan said very politely. He also admired the girl in front of him. She was young and had a calm mind. There was no trace of the aloofness of a rich girl in her. She gave people the impression of being like a spring breeze, natural and easy-going.
Faced with Ou Zhengyan's invitation, Xiao Yingxi declined politely.
"Mr. Ou, let's try another day. We have an appointment at noon."
When Xiao Yingxi said this, Ou Zhengyan knew who Xiao Yingxi was dating. He didn't force it and sent Xiao Yingxi downstairs in person, and asked his assistant to drive Xiao Yingxi back to the university town in person.
Just when Ou Zhengyan turned around and was about to go upstairs, a deep voice came from far away.
"Right words."
Ou Zhengyan turned around and looked, his eyes dim, but then he greeted him with a smile on his face.
"Father, why are you here?"
The visitor was none other than Ou Haozhi, but judging from Ou Zhengyan's expression, it seemed that father and son rarely met each other on weekdays. Just like Ou Haozhi's birthday party last time, Ou Haozhi's only son almost never appeared in front of others.
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Ou Haozhi walked towards Ou Zhengyan, but his eyes were fixed on the silver-gray car in the distance, a trace of doubt flashing in his eyes.
"To be honest, the person just now..."
After Ou Zhengyan heard this, he also looked at the car in the distance and said something without concealing it.
"It's Miss Xiao from Luo City. Father, please come inside."
It can be seen that Ou Zhengyan's attitude towards Ou Haozhi is more respectful than close. He does not want to be a father and son in an ordinary family at all, and always feels that there is some alienation between the two.
Then, the two people went up to the fourth floor. Before they could sit down, Ou Haozhi spoke again.
"Seriously, are you familiar with that Miss Xiao?"
Ou Zhengyan was pouring water for Ou Haozhi. When he heard this question, he hesitated for a moment and then spoke.
"We have met several times. I happened to be working on a project with Ms. Xiao recently. There may be more opportunities for contact in the future."
Having said this, Ou Zhengyan paused, walked to the sofa with two glasses of water, placed one of them in front of Ou Haozhi, then sat down opposite him and said something more.
"Isn't my little sister in love with Miss Xiao's eldest brother? They have been dating for a long time. Have they ever mentioned when they will get married? As the elder brother, I might as well prepare a wedding gift for her in advance."
When Ou Zhengyan calls Ou Qianyi, he always refers to her as "little sister". People who don't know better would think that they have such a good relationship as brother and sister.
But in fact, Ou Zhengyan, as an older brother, is pretty good. During every festival, he prepares gifts for his family members. Even though he knows that those people don't care, Ou Zhengyan still prepares them thoughtfully every year.
After Ou Haozhi heard this, a hint of disappointed coldness appeared on his originally plain face, and he snorted coldly.
"It would be nice if Qianyi was half as sensible as you. As for her and that Mr. Ma, well, your aunt and I are also to blame for this incident. We didn't understand the situation beforehand and ruined this marriage."
Speaking of this, Ou Haozhi sighed again and said with regret.
"I originally thought that Qianyi and Mr. Ma could be together, which would be of great help to our Tengmai Group. Now, I can't count on your sister. To be honest, father still hopes that you can come back, no matter what
, you are also the eldest son of Ou, and you are half of the Tengmai Group. Come back and help your father."
This was the purpose of Ou Haozhi's visit this time. Seeing that Ou Qianyi, whom he had high hopes for, was depressed because of a man, Ou Haozhi had lost hope in Ou Qianyi.
Originally, Ou Haozhi came here to test Ou Zhengyan's attitude first, but when he saw Xiao Yingxi, he strengthened his determination.
After Ou Zhengyan heard this, a cold feeling flashed in his heart. He was the good father who clearly told him not to covet the Tengmai Group. Now he has lost confidence in his precious daughter, so he wants to come back to him.
How could Ou Zhengyan not know the intentions of his good father? Even if he returns to the group, it does not mean that he can fully control the group. Without shares, so what if he takes the position of president. To put it nicely, he is just a senior migrant worker.
That’s all.
The reason why Ou Haozhi found him was not to use him to stimulate Ou Qianyi. As long as their mother and daughter were in the Ou family for a day, it was impossible for him, an illegitimate son, to really get the attention of his father.
Ou Zhengyan said almost without hesitation after Ou Haozhi finished speaking.
"Father, you'd better find someone else to join the group. I'm fine as I am now, and you've also seen that I'm working on a project with Xiao Yingxi recently. I may be very busy in the future and won't have time to deal with it.
It’s a matter of Tenmai Group.”
When Ou Zhengyan mentioned Xiao Yingxi, Ou Haozhi's eyes flashed with a hint of calculation, and he asked again tentatively.
"To be fair, the project you are cooperating with Miss Xiao is a collaboration with her personally or with the Yaoyuan Group."
"How could she, my father, or a small studio like mine have the opportunity to cooperate with Yaoyuan Group?"
When Ou Zhengyan said this, Ou Haozhi nodded and said quietly.
"This is also the case. Before, Tengmai Group was still thinking about having the opportunity to cooperate with Yaoyuan Group. Now that Qianyi and Mr. Nama have broken up, this cooperation can only be put on hold for the time being. To be honest, do you think we will have another cooperation in the future?
Any chance of getting in touch with Yaoyuan Group?”
These words were clearly a test, but Ou Zhengyan was also very cunning and did not answer directly, but said something.
"Father, Miss Xiao is currently in a relationship with the young master of the Gu family. Why don't you ask your aunt to come forward and help you connect."
"Hmph, forget it, this is about matchmaking, and that is also about matching them with the Yuexing Group and the Yaoyuan Group. How could it be our turn? Your father and I can only rely on ourselves now."
As he spoke, Ou Haozhi paused again, looked at Ou Zhengyan meaningfully, thought for a moment and said.
"To be honest, since you are now cooperating with that Miss Xiao, you have to win over her. As long as you are close, your future will be bright. Maybe my father can follow you and get some light."
When Ou Haozhi said this, Ou Zhengyan just smiled and did not give any response.