Reinventing the Millennium

The fruitless investment in the school network did not make Fang Zhuo feel any mood swings. On the contrary, Su Wei specifically asked about the situation and felt quite regretful.

"What's going on with this king star?"

"I thought it would be a good talk, but he actually refused?"

"It's a pity, it's a pity that there is no such harmonious music as Zizhihu."

Su Wei sighed repeatedly after listening to Mr. Fang's account of the causes and consequences.

Fang Zhuo smiled and summed up the two reasons: "First, Wang Xing has probably not been severely beaten by society, and second, it seems that my reputation is still somewhat problematic."

Su Wei frowned: "It's over, you can't get rid of your reputation as a 'bad guy'. Can even a fledgling guy refuse to invest just because of this?"

She sighed slightly: "That's not the case. Although there is a gangster account of 'Venture Capital Hunter', although Sina was acquired maliciously, although others' land was stolen, although Changhong was tied up for Ice Core, even though Dangdang was suppressed when establishing Yiguo. ,Although……"

Su Wei's brows grew wider and wider as she spoke. Hey, that Wang Xing's fear seemed to be unreasonable.

Even if it was about my relationship with the man in front of me, I couldn't unscrupulously say that this "big evil man" didn't have some flavor.

Fang Zhuo's mood was not affected by the examples listed. He did it himself.

Instead, he smiled and said: "The road is far away and you know the power. There will still be time to reverse this unfair perception in the future."

Su Wei admired Mr. Fang's determination and said, "You are the target of thousands of people, and then you raise your hand to point the finger of thousands of people..."

Just when Fang Zhuo was about to be humble, he suddenly received a call from Zhou Xin.

He listened to a few words, hung up the phone, and smiled.

Su Wei guessed the content and smiled: "Is Yu Lanyu giving birth?"

"Mother and daughter are safe. Zhou Xin is a father." Fang Zhuo said sincerely, "It's great. He told me that his name will be Zhou Keke."

Su Wei couldn't help but laugh: "You are really lazy and save trouble. Your nickname is Zhou Keke, and your nickname is Coco, right?"

Fang Zhuo smiled slightly: "It's very good, very smooth."

"They must be busy over there. I'll go to the hospital to see them in two days. Well, I also have to choose gifts. What should I give?" Su Wei was a little worried about the choice of gifts.

Fang Zhuo came up with two ideas but both were rejected, so he thought about it for a while.

Before I could think of a suitable gift, my secretary sent me new news circulating in the industry.

Fang Zhuo looked at it once and was slightly startled.

"What?" Su Wei saw the surprise in Mr. Fang's expression.

Fang Zhuo said a little weirdly: "Penguin held a meeting yesterday, and it seems that he is going to leave the social network."

Su Wei was also surprised when she heard this: "Penguin? Don't tell me, it is going to be something like a school intranet."

Fang Zhuo nodded. It is said that this is the case. If I remember correctly, Penguin did seem to have established a "friend network", but the time did not seem to be now. Is this a change due to the different situation?

"You mean, after Penguin has built a blog-like QQ Space, a Lianzhong Platform-like QQ Game Hall, and a Taobao-like Paipai.com, it will then build a school-like website?" Su Wei said incredulously.

Fang Zhuo smiled and nodded when he heard Weiwei's description. It was quite similar.

Su Wei was silent for a long time: "Isn't this a bit shameless?"

Fang Zhuo had no comment.

However, Su Wei still remembered what Mr. Fang once said after Penguin imitated the blog. The Internet will face the test of homogeneous competition from a rival with huge traffic. She thought it was a bit exaggerated at first, but now it seems to be taking shape.

This test may be greater than imagined.

And, it has shown some unsatisfactory consequences.

The game lobby launched in 2003 had similar functional interfaces to the Lianzhong platform at that time. With the huge traffic behind it, it successfully overtook the game. By this year, Bao Yueqiao, the founder of Lianzhong, intended to resign and become an investor. He also said that he would only do things that Penguin did not do. project.

Su Wei's brows furrowed: "So, the campus network is going to be finished. Penguin will enter the network and Sequoia will switch to other companies. Its development environment will quickly deteriorate."

Fang Zhuo shrugged: "Who says it's not the case? Sequoia Capital should have been in contact with Xiaonei.com for some time. This is probably a great source of confidence for Wang Xing, but these investors..."

Su Wei nodded slightly, knowing that Mr. Fang had unfulfilled intentions. Investors often have different considerations than entrepreneurs, not to mention that they haven't invested yet.

Fang Zhuo suddenly showed a smile: "I know how to solve the problem of 'being kind to others'."

Su Wei: "Huh?"

Fang Zhuo sighed: "To wash away your bad reputation, you have to be supported by your peers."

Su Wei pondered, this penguin's recent behavior is really uncomfortable. As for whether it can bring out Mr. Fang, it's probably hard to say.

She skipped the topic and said: "Its game hall, space, and Paipai.com have all achieved good results. Now we have to see if the traffic is really unfavorable."

Fang Zhuo nodded, also curious about the evolution of the situation.

He knew that the "Friends Network" had failed, but Penguin was now stimulated to micro-innovate early, and the timing was different. Whether it could succeed remained to be seen.

…

The afternoon of April 3rd.

Wang Xing held a meeting with the management of Xiaonei Network in Beijing.

He came back from Shanghai yesterday and has already communicated with everyone about his visit to see Mr. Fang on the 1st.

First of all, Mr. Fang recognized the development and value of the school network.

Secondly, Mr. Fang is willing to invest.

Finally, Mr. Fang’s price was unsatisfactory.

Compared with the 20% price tag of 3 million, Sequoia Capital, which has been in contact for a long time, is expected to raise 2 million US dollars. Although the latter has more shares, its valuation is higher.

"Students, our prospects are very good. How should we describe it in one word? The prospects are excellent?" Wang Xing had a good time chatting and laughing with the richest man in the mainland after he came back. He has been in a high state of mind since he came back.

Wang Huiwen, who is also a Tsinghua graduate and co-founder, smiled and said: "Okay, okay, Wang Xing, let's see how proud you are, let's hurry up and secure the funds and add a few more servers. I heard that Zhang Fan, who came back from the United States, is also looking for People are looking for money to build similar websites.”

Wang Xing knew Zhang Fan, whose family was also from Tsinghua University.

But he didn't care, and even said with some disdain: "We already have 800,000 users. It's too late to build a new website to compete now!"

As he was talking, Wang Xing's phone displayed a call from the vice president of Sequoia Capital.

He shook his phone at the big guy and said first: "Look, the funds are here."

Then Wang Xing answered the phone.

One sentence, two sentences, three sentences.

Following the brief notice from Vice President Sequoia, Wang Xing's face quickly turned ugly.

Everyone in the office noticed the abnormal situation and became quiet.

Wang Xing ended the call and said somewhat cryptically: "Sequoia, the Sequoia team has not agreed to invest in us."

Wang Huiwen was stunned, but did not panic: "They didn't vote? Why did they suddenly change their mind? Then let's contact other companies."

During this period, more than one investment institution has contacted Xiaonei.com and has shown some interest. Sequoia Capital is the most eager among them.

Wang Xing was silent for a while, and then said without any concealment: "Sequoia is going to invest in Zhang Fan."

The atmosphere in the office became a little awkward.

Just now, Wang Xing mentioned Zhang Fan who had returned to China. Wang Xing even looked down on him, but he didn't expect that he would be hit head-on in the blink of an eye.

This made everyone feel nervous.

Zhang Fan, who has received investment from Sequoia, is not only a strong opponent, but he will definitely be able to fight.

Wang Xing thought for a while and said: "We must secure development funds. Tomorrow I will make an appointment with two investors I have met before."

Wang Huiwen asked hesitantly: "Where is Mr. Fang?"

He felt that although Mr. Fang's price was somewhat different from what everyone imagined, he was still a good collaborator.

"We still try to talk to other investors first to see if we can give up less shares. As long as we can raise money, no matter how much, our future development will grow. As long as we grow stronger, the valuation of the next financing will further increase. ." Wang Xing is still confident.

There were not many objections raised in the office.

Everyone is very optimistic about the development of the school network. After all, Mr. Fang still has his stamp of approval.

…

The same night.

Fang Zhuo entertained Wei Boyun, marketing director of Morningstar Semiconductor, who flew from Baodao in Shanghai.

This is naturally what drives Morningstar’s financing.

Considering the atmosphere of the wine shop, Fang Zhuo called Wang Fengyi over.

Sure enough, Wang Fengyi and Wei Boyun, who had gone through the test of the wine game, had a happy conversation and lived up to Fang Zhuo's trust in him in this regard.

After three rounds of drinking, Wei Boyun was about to call Wang Fengyi brothers. At this time, when he heard a word from Mr. Fang, his heart suddenly became excited, and even his drunkenness faded away.

"Morning Star Semiconductor is developing very fast. I heard Mr. Zhang from Changhong say that with your development speed, Philips is worried." Fang Zhuo said something serious with a smile.

It's quite normal to say this, but Wei Boyun didn't dare to be careless.

Morningstar Semiconductor can be said to have achieved great success in the mainland in the past year or so, and this is inseparable from the help of the richest man in the mainland.

Just at the end of last month, Morningstar Semiconductor was also paying attention to the power change of major mainland customers. They were very happy with the success of Meiling and Zhang Xuebin. After all, Meiling is almost Morningstar's largest mainland customer.

Judging from Wei Boyun's observation, among the mainland TV manufacturers, only Meiling has jumped into the LCD era with all its arms and a bold attitude of failure or failure.

Now that Zhang Xuebin has taken over Changhong, I am afraid he will continue his successful experience in Meiling.

Wei Boyun knew about the close relationship between Changhong, Meiling and Mr. Fang. He also heard that Mr. Fang had influence in Changhong's changes, so he had to be cautious about today's somewhat ambiguous reception.

"Philips' chip solutions have always been very good." Wei Boyun first admitted this, and then said, "But they are still relatively closed, focusing on their own products."

He continued: "Actually, one advantage of IC design companies like ours at Morningstar is that customers can feel more at ease. We don't have terminal products to compete in the market like Philips, so we can maximize customer benefits."

Fang Zhuo nodded: "Indeed, Mr. Zhang and Mr. Ni have always been full of praise for you."

Wei Boyun raised the wine glass: "This is inseparable from Mr. Fang's care and love for us. Mr. Fang, I'll drink this glass."

Fang Zhuo also smiled and drank a glass of wine in one gulp.

Wang Fengyi hurriedly poured wine for Mr. Fang and poured it for Mr. Wei.

He followed up and said: "Morning Star is developing very fast, but with your rapid development, competitors like Philips and Jenny will definitely not sit idly by and ignore it. According to my experience in investing in companies, we have to work faster and faster." Keep your customers firmly in your hands, and be sure to reduce your opponents’ reaction space.”

Wei Boyun nodded in agreement, drank another glass of wine, and thanked Mr. Wang for his advice.

After finishing these two glasses of wine, he naturally sighed: "It is not easy to develop an enterprise. If you encounter any problems, you have to be guided by veterans like Mr. Fang and Mr. Wang. With these two noble people here, no matter Philips or Jenny, we will Everyone has the confidence to give it a try.”

Fang Zhuo laughed loudly: "It's too much. It's too much."

Wei Boyun looked serious: "Mr. Fang, I am telling the truth. Really, it was the first time I went to Luzhou to meet Mr. Fang. After I went back, I kept mumbling in my heart that such a big shot was guarding the factory gate during the Spring Festival. This It’s totally unreasonable if the ice core fails!”

Fang Zhuoran.

Wei Boyun stood up again, drank another glass of wine, and expressed his position: "In our industry, we all know that it is not easy for each other to develop. I sincerely hope that Bingxin and Chenxing can work together to become bigger and stronger."

Fang Zhuo drank another drink.

Wei Boyun felt a little uncomfortable, and Mr. Fang drank one cup after another, which was a bit scary.

He changed his mind and handed the conversation to Mr. Wang Fengyi: "Mr. Wang, you are in Shanghai, and you can see Mr. Fang often. Unlike me, who has to fly around the country and abroad every day to run business, you If you hear anything from Mr. Fang that can improve our Morning Star's chances, don't forget to put in a good word for me."

Wei Boyun had three drinks in a row this time, and even though he had a good capacity for drinking, he felt a little drunk.

Wang Fengyi heard this, glanced at Mr. Fang, and then laughed: "Come to think of it, I actually asked Mr. Fang to meet Mr. Wei this time. I have always known that Morningstar is developing well. Mr. Wei, I am Investors get itchy when they see a good project."

He paused and said with a smile: "I wonder if Morningstar needs financing in the near future?"

Wei Boyun looked at Mr. Wang's smiling face, and saw Mr. Fang's smiling face from the corner of his eye. He felt relieved. Did he want to get involved in financing? It's not a big problem.

Morningstar had already taken Bingxin's money and sold 5% of its shares. Now it's nothing to add another company. The real money plus hidden resources will definitely not be a loss.

The LCD market is bound to grow by leaps and bounds this year, and with Zhang Xuebin in charge of Changhong + Meiling, we must prevent competitors like Philips and Genie from taking advantage of every opportunity to open up the market.

Isn’t it clear who Mr. Fang is?

This is a noble person!

Wei Boyun's thoughts were just fleeting: "Mr. Wang, you are too polite. You are the God of Wealth in our treasure island. I can't make the decision on this matter, but I will definitely state my interests and strive to invite the God of Wealth back." Home."

Wang Fengyi felt that the word "speak bitterly of interests and harms" was used well.

After Wei Boyun said this, he did not look at Wang Fengyi, but looked at Mr. Fang.

Fang Zhuo smiled, took the bottle from the very discerning Mr. Wang, filled it up for Wei Bo himself, and said with a smile: "Since Mr. Wei said this, and since Bingxin and Morning Star share weal and woe, then I have more Introduce a few Gods of Wealth to Morningstar, you are now a good person, not only Mr. Wang, but also Mr. Xiong from IDG and Mr. Xu from Capital Today, they have all told me how good you are."

He picked up his wine glass and clinked it with Wei Boyun who subconsciously raised the glass, but did not drink immediately.

Wei Boyun heard the meaning, how many Gods of Wealth? this……

He still didn't hesitate for too long and said cheerfully: "Mr. Fang has to take care of us, so I'll do it!"

Fang Zhuo drank the glass of wine.

Wei Boyun put down his glass and felt that there might be something wrong, but it was still within the scope. The top priority was to consolidate and expand the market advantage. With this, everything would be easy to say.

Also, don’t you know who Mr. Fang is?

This is a noble person who cannot be offended!