Reborn with Consumption System

The position of private equity within the entire financial industry is indeed not high. If you do particularly well, that’s another story; people will support you. If you’re just mediocre, you can only influence your own investors.

Unfortunately, Old Qiu is precisely Han Lie’s client, and the money made by Supernova One in the past few days includes a share from his side.

Next, the three brothers made a lot of calls, looking for help.

The result was not surprising—no one dared to lend a hand.

No matter if it was underwriting, borrowing money, or even speaking to Han Lie for leniency, not a single person was willing to help.

Although the financial circle has always been like this, they still realized the kind of deterrent power Han Lie wielded through his actions in the past few days.

"Ah, such regrets..."

Time quickly reached 7 o’clock. The three got out of a car and looked up at the sign of Jinpu Club Private Cuisine.

"What a choice of place..."

Bao Bin muttered, striding toward the door, only to see Jiang Zhengyi standing at the main entrance.

"Yo, President Jiang, long time no see. Where have you been making a fortune recently?"

"President Bao, President Liu, President Lei, your distinguished presence truly brightens this place!"

Jiang Zhengyi greeted warmly, exchanged a couple of casual pleasantries with them, and led them inside: "Gentlemen, please, President Han is already eagerly awaiting your arrival!"

The three exchanged glances, heart pounding.

Han Lie actually arrived early?

Shouldn’t he be late by an hour or so to give us a scare?

Can’t figure it out!

Bao Bin cautiously probed: "President Jiang, you seem quite familiar with Teacher Han?"

Jiang Zhengyi smiled and said, "Definitely not as long as you know each other, but I’ve invested a little in President Han’s fund..."

Good heavens!

Bao Bin secretly rolled his eyes—how come everywhere is that kid’s turf?!

The subtext of Old Jiang, if you think deeply, is actually a very subtle warning.

——Be polite, don’t cause trouble, I’m in cahoots with Teacher Han!

The smiles on Bao Bin and Hu Lei’s faces became a bit stiff, and Liu Hanhe immediately chimed in: "Oh wow, congratulations, President Jiang, Teacher Han’s skills are truly admirable!"

Jiang Zhengyi continued to reply amicably: "I don’t pay attention to those, can’t really understand them. I’m purely in it to make friends, just think well of Teacher Han personally... Oh, here we are, distinguished guests, please come in!"

They pushed open the door; Han Lie was already seated at the dining table, leisurely sipping tea.

Seeing the three enter, Han Lie did not put on airs, stood up with a cheerful smile, and stepped forward to welcome them.

He stopped a little in front of the dining table and extended his right hand.

"I have long admired the three esteemed gentlemen from afar. It’s a privilege to finally learn from you in person today... May I ask who is President Liu?"

There was no anticipated show of force, but Liu Hanhe felt increasingly uneasy.

He hurriedly stepped forward and grasped the outstretched hands with both of his.

"Teacher Han, in our line of work, the more accomplished is the mentor. I am undeserving of being called a senior! Thank you for waiting, please forgive us!"

His posture was humble, yet maintained due respect.

Seeing Han Lie in person quelled even Bao Bin’s impatience; his face was filled with smiles, and he began to shower compliments incessantly.

"Teacher Han, you truly are a young hero! Tall, mighty, handsome, charming, and oozing talent—how favored by the heavens you are! Seeing you, I genuinely realize how old I’ve become!"

Hu Lei wasn’t as sycophantic but lightly supported Han Lie’s arm and gestured invitingly.

"Sit, sit, Teacher Han, you’re too kind, please take the main seat!"

The four exchanged pleasantries as they sat, appearing amiable and respectful.

Jiang Zhengyi did not enter, watched the scene with a smile, and silently directed the waitstaff to serve the dishes.

The initial phase involved drinking, small talk, and flattery, and was trivial to mention.

After several rounds of drinks, they finally broached the main topic, with Liu Hanhe holding his glass to apologize.

"Teacher Han, I won’t beat around the bush with you. Indeed, we were at fault before, and we accept any punishment!"

He downed three shots of white liquor in one go, breaking into a sweat immediately.

"Now that it has come to this, how would you like to resolve the situation? Just say the word, and we will do our utmost to meet your terms!"

"You’re being too serious, too serious!"

Han Lie waved his hand with a smile, saying they were too serious, yet didn’t stop him from drinking, nor did he take a sip himself.

"Injustice has a head, debt has a source; the instigator is not among you three gentlemen, I hold no grudge against you."

The sincerity of his attitude was palpable.

Bao Bin, not understanding Han Lie’s "Oscar-worthy performance", thought there might be a chance, so he suddenly stood up, drank a full glass with him, then continued to pour.

"Teacher Han, you’re a man of vision, I’ll drink three with you to apologize!"

He wanted to strike while the iron was hot, but Han Lie, with even more sincerity, delivered a cold hard truth.

"But I also hope the three esteemed gentlemen understand that in encountering such matters, I have no other choice but to show my stance. Otherwise, everyone would dare to take a bite, and how would I stand in the industry?"

Their hearts sank, and their smiles almost faltered.

Though they did not smile, their gaze fixed tightly on Han Lie, and Han Lie’s smiled mask quickly faded, bringing indifference to his eyes.

"As for Yingkou Port, it can’t be saved by anyone. That’s what I said."

As the words left his mouth, the previously lively atmosphere in the room instantly froze.

The fury in Liu Hanhe and the other two was beyond words.

If Han Lie had come in with such cold arrogance, they might not have reacted so strongly.

But Han Lie’s initially gentle, friendly demeanor gradually awakened hope within them, then suddenly slapped them down at the peak of that hope...