Chapter 2100 - 687: Ouyang Xianyue’s Invitation
"This morning, I took a look at your Ling Chain Technology’s BP," Tang Song got straight to the point without any pleasantries, "I really like the model of self-operated new energy fleet + AI SaaS scheduling platform. Especially your choice to use a self-operated fleet to bolster and optimize the SaaS algorithm; your competitive moat is very effective."
Just two sentences made Fang Zhiyuan’s heart leap into his throat.
Is this... is this about discussing financing with me!
Moreover, he actually seriously reviewed my business proposal!
President Xie! You truly are my benefactor!
"It’s an honor to be recognized by Chairman Tang, our Ling Chain Technology has always been dedicated to restructuring the traditional cold chain logistics system through technological innovation, reducing industry costs, and enhancing..."
After a brief exchange, Tang Song began a Q&A mode.
From integrating API interfaces with downstream ERP data,
to utilizing federated learning and privacy computing technology for model training;
to alleviating financial pressure through financial leasing and ABS (Asset-Backed Securities)...
Each question struck directly at the core.
Fang Zhiyuan remained tense, seriously responding and contemplating without the slightest relaxation.
The high-density Q&A was coming to an end.
After a brief silence, Tang Song pulled out a business card from his pocket and handed it over.
"Mr. Fang, I am indeed very interested in the model of Ling Chain Technology. We can discuss the investment; this is my assistant’s contact information. Organize the latest operational data and financial model and send it to her. We’ll first conduct a technical whiteboard session, I’ll have the team participate. Don’t delay the time, preferably within two days."
When Fang Zhiyuan received the business card with both hands, his hands were slightly trembling.
"Thank you, Chairman Tang! Thank you so much for the opportunity!"
He repeatedly thanked him, his eyes shifting from initial tension to barely concealed ecstatic joy.
A person of such stature, willing to spend nearly half an hour at this private session, talking so in-depth with me.
And arranging the subsequent procedures so meticulously.
Then this investment is basically secured!
Tang Song smiled, picked up a glass of champagne from the waiter’s tray again, and raised it in front of Fang Zhiyuan.
"Mr. Fang, here’s to our successful cooperation."
"Successful cooperation! Successful cooperation!" Fang Zhiyuan, flattered, quickly clinked his glass with his.
After a few more brief pleasantries, Fang Zhiyuan finally suppressed the ecstatic joy in his heart, bowed, and took his leave.
He needed to immediately contact his team to prepare the materials.
Watching his back full of vigor and hope, Tang Song’s gaze flickered slightly.
The last investment project of the third phase Growth Plan Task was still pending.
He had always primarily focused on the cutting-edge track of artificial intelligence.
The two companies currently meeting the investment criteria are also in this direction.
However, the few projects recently invested in were not aligned.
Yet Ling Chain Technology, introduced by Xie Shuyu, revealed some possibilities to him.
Not only could it create perfect industrial synergy with Glimmer Coffee, resolving the biggest shortcoming in Xie Shuyu’s mind.
Its unique "heavy asset fleet + light asset SaaS" model also constructed a deep competitive moat.
In addition to the team’s solid technical capabilities...
This company already qualified to grow into an industry unicorn.
Of course, he also clearly saw the biggest vulnerability of Ling Chain Technology.
The heavy asset model.
In today’s capital environment of conservatism, where all investors pursue "quick, short, and fast" returns, a project like Ling Chain Technology, requiring large-scale upfront investment with slim short-term profit prospects, is difficult to attract mainstream financial investors.
This was the fundamental reason for Fang Zhiyuan’s numerous setbacks.
However, for him, it posed no issue.
It’s also a test of his current vision and capability.
As Tang Song’s thoughts churned, two figures sat down opposite him.
"So, how did it go? Was the conversation smooth?" Xie Shuyu’s face was full of curiosity and expectation.
Tang Song nodded, his tone relaxed, "Very smooth. If all goes well, Glimmer Coffee will soon have semi-autonomous cold chain logistics."
Meng Ran exaggeratedly exclaimed, "Wow, no wonder I just saw Mr. Fang over there, looking as if he had won the lottery, even walking with swagger."
She paused, looking at Tang Song and remarked, "To be honest, Chairman Tang, today, I was really impressed by you, the chairman of Rongliu Capital... incredible!"
Tang Song couldn’t help but chuckle at her expression, clinking glasses with her, "So, when will you, the COO, officially come on board?"
Meng Ran clasped her friend’s hand, laughing, "I’ve formally submitted my resignation to President Zhang, and I’ll complete the handover in about a week. When the time comes, I’ll officially come over to work hard for your Boss Xie. With me on board, your Boss Xie will surely have more time to accompany you."
"Alright, Ranran, stop messing around." Xie Shuyu nudged her, then looked at Tang Song, softly saying, "Thank you."
Her gratitude wasn’t just for the investment in Ling Chain Technology.
It was for everything he did today.
During today’s private session, she didn’t have to exhaustingly network proactively.
All the resources she longed for seemed to have grown legs and came to her actively.
This feeling of being "uplifted" made her experience unprecedented ease and strength for the first time.
Tang Song blinked, "If you’re truly grateful, you can express it tonight when we get home."
The female CEO’s face instantly flushed with a natural blush, slightly averting her gaze.