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"Mr. Su, in light of your enthusiastic support for our Apple company's listing proposal, we are prepared to immediately begin preparations to submit our listing application to NASDAQ. When we ring the bell under the spotlight in Times Square, symbolizing a successful IPO, we sincerely hope you can be there in person to witness this historic moment and add a brilliant stroke to Apple's glorious future," Steve Jobs said expectantly.

Inviting Mr. Su, this significant major shareholder, as a witness will undoubtedly add more confidence and influence to Apple's IPO, and it is expected to significantly increase the company's market value, thereby attracting more capital market favor for Apple and raising the huge amount of funds needed to realize its grand blueprint.

As Apple's new products continue to generate enthusiastic responses in the market, the board members' vision has far surpassed current achievements, and they harbor the grand vision of becoming a technology giant alongside IBM, leading the global technology trend.

However, the realization of dreams cannot be separated from down-to-earth efforts and continuous innovation.

The board is well aware that the sales profits of existing products alone are not enough to support all of the company's needs to climb to the pinnacle of technology.

Therefore, they are looking to a more distant future, planning to invest a large amount of funds in research and development, and are committed to developing more technological products that can win widespread market recognition and lead industry trends.

This is not only a test of Apple's own strength but also a major contribution to the global technology industry.

"Once the preparations are successfully completed and the specific listing time is determined, please give me a call in advance. At that time, if my schedule permits, I very much look forward to being there in person to ring the bell with you, symbolizing a new beginning," Su Cheng's words revealed an attitude that was both cautious and enthusiastic.

"Thank you very much for your understanding and support, Mr. Su. I will ensure timely communication with you. Then, I won't disturb your valuable time. I wish you all the best, goodbye!" Jobs responded with his signature humility and enthusiasm.

"Likewise, I also wish you and Apple a bright future, goodbye!" Su Cheng ended the conversation with a smile.

After hanging up the phone, Su Cheng slowly walked to the spacious terrace on the third floor of the villa, gently lay down on the beach chair, letting the cool sea breeze blow on him, his eyes crossed the boundless blue sky, and he fell into deep thought.

A familiar yet unfamiliar world lingered in his mind—the Apple company in this world has embarked on a different path from the technology giant in his memory that once created countless glories.

However, Su Cheng was not shaken in his belief because of this. Deep down, he firmly believed that even if Apple's historical trajectory had been quietly changed due to his intervention, this company still had the potential to become a far-reaching and great technology company.

This belief stems from his deep understanding of Steve Jobs' personality.

In Su Cheng's view, Steve Jobs is not only an outstanding entrepreneur but also a leader with extraordinary charisma and vision.

He believes that it is precisely this unique charm of Jobs that can lead Apple to continuously break through itself, create technological products that lead the era, and thus win the respect of the market and the love of users.

Therefore, despite the unknown and challenging road ahead, Su Cheng still chose to believe in and support Apple without hesitation.

He believes that under the leadership of Jobs, this company will surely write its own glorious chapter and become an indelible shining star in the history of technology.

What's more, Su Cheng has not yet invested any funds in Apple, but he is lucky enough to hold 30% of its shares, which undoubtedly provides him with an extremely favorable starting point.

In the future financing process, he also enjoys the right of first refusal, which means that he can participate in the company's subsequent financing at a more favorable price than the secondary market, so as to maintain his shareholding ratio in Apple.

Given such an advantageous position, Su Cheng holds a relatively optimistic but cautious attitude towards Apple's future development.

He knows very well that even if Apple fails to become a great company leading the industry as expected, his personal economic losses will be relatively limited.

After all, his initial investment was zero, and the opportunity cost of subsequent financing is also low, which provides a sufficient margin of safety for his investment decisions.

"What are you thinking about?" At this moment, Guan Jiahui walked out of the room gently. Seeing Su Cheng pondering alone, a trace of curiosity flashed in her eyes, and she asked gently.

Recently, with the birth of his son, Su Cheng's pace of life has suddenly accelerated, and the time he spends with Guan Jiahui has become particularly precious, and each time it passes quickly under the burden of work.

But now, as the affairs at home are gradually on track, Su Cheng finally took the time this weekend to specially invite Guan Jiahui to come to the picturesque Deep Water Bay villa, hoping to spend two beautiful days that belong only to the two of them in this quiet environment.

"No, I'm actually thinking about my beautiful Guan," Su Cheng said with a smile, and gently hugged her in his arms. The two leaned against each other, quietly enjoying the comfort of the sea breeze.

"Tell you some good news, I have successfully passed the independent enrollment interview of Xiangjiang University! This means that in September, I will officially become a member of Xiangjiang University!" Guan Jiahui's voice was full of uncontrollable joy and pride.

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"Really? That's great! Then in the future, you will be a veritable college student," Su Cheng replied with a smile, his eyes full of encouragement and praise.

"Of course! With my intelligence and talent, the threshold of Xiangjiang University is just something I can easily cross," Guan Jiahui raised her head proudly, her face filled with confidence and pride.

Su Cheng was silent for a moment, as if thinking about something.

Seeing this, a hint of anticipation flashed in Guan Jiahui's eyes, and she continued: "When I go to college, I won't have to live at home all day long. At that time, I will have more free time and can meet you at any time. After all, I am already 18 years old, and my father's discipline over me will be much looser."

"Speaking of which," Su Cheng changed the subject and asked curiously, "How much money do you have on hand now?"

Guan Jiahui was stunned for a moment, then truthfully replied: "My manuscript fees have been increasing every month in the past few months. I just checked it last week. In addition to the five shops I invested in that are being rented out steadily, I still have more than 900,000 Hong Kong dollars on hand."

Although he didn't know why Su Cheng suddenly asked about this, to be honest, without Su Cheng's help and guidance, it would have been absolutely impossible for Guan Jiahui to accumulate so much wealth. (End of this chapter)