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Chapter 1494: Chapter 1337: True Friends (Please Subscribe!)
Seeing Ayman’s expression.
Tang Qing couldn’t help but smile.
Hehe.
Suddenly realizing something... As for whether Ayman would go through with it, that was no longer his concern. After all, this was not a hugely profitable project, only relatively stable.
However.
Ayman didn’t see it that way.
Saudi relies on imports for sixty percent of its food.
This ratio, with the growing population, aggressive desertification, and degradation of pastures, is progressively increasing. It is estimated that in less than ten years, some crops will be entirely dependent on imports.
Imports.
Mean that you’re at someone else’s mercy.
As Tang Qing said.
Food is paramount for the people.
Eating.
Is a person’s top priority.
In the comfort of oil trade, Saudi is gradually losing its sensitivity to pain. As a prince, a member of the Saudi royal family, whose grandfather was the previous king, he should contribute, even if it’s not profitable.
Everything.
For the future of Saudi.
Looking at Tang Qing.
Each of his industries.
Is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the citizens. Especially the Sky Eye, which has a branch in Saudi, is a business that genuinely benefits Huaxia and creates enormous value.
Profit-making.
Is just incidental.
And there’s Ayman.
Still focused on personal interests.
This is the difference in their vision.
"Tang, thank you. All my previous friends suggested I stick to the oil business or speculate for quick money. You are the only one who told me to focus on Saudi’s future,"
Ayman said earnestly as he looked at Tang Qing.
This.
Is a true friend.
Tang Qing smiled.
Continuing to coax: "It’s nothing, I just think that when you sincerely work for the benefit of the country and the people, eventually, you will be rewarded. This reward is not necessarily money, which is the lowest pursuit."
"Well said."
Ayman gave a thumbs up.
"I’ve made up my mind, I’ll establish an agriculture company when I return. Even if it means operating at a loss, I am going to do this," Ayman was completely swayed by Tang Qing.
"Haha, just do your best," Tang Qing smiled.
"I understand."
Off to the side.
Maji looked at Tang Qing with some surprise. 𝖓𝔬𝔳𝔭𝖚𝖇.𝔠𝔬𝖒
She had thought.
This wealthiest man of Huaxia prioritized profit above everything, but his words completely changed her impression of him. Only someone like Tang Qing could make such a sense to Ayman.
If it were her.
She could never have achieved the same effect.
...
At half past eleven.
Lin Jiaxue and the others returned.
Each carrying a big, plush toy.
Seeing Ayman.
"Prince Ayman."
"Jiaxue, hello, this is my fiancée Maji."
Lin Jiaxue quickly greeted Maji in English. By now, her English was fluent enough for normal conversations. With nothing better to do, she had taken and passed both the CET-4 and CET-6 exams in the past two years.
As for IELTS and TOEFL.
She didn’t challenge them.
She wasn’t planning on studying abroad, and even if she were, no school would require her to provide such qualifications. Soon after, Maji followed Lin Jiaxue around Tang Qing’s house, quickly becoming friends.
Women from prominent families.
Commonly hold the responsibility of nurturing relationships for their husbands with other family friends.
Maji comes from a distinguished background.
She studied piano.
It was easy for them to find common ground, and Lin Jiaxue was also constantly adapting to her own status, she might not handle a crowd well, but she coped fine one-on-one.
Soon.
Music resonated from upstairs.
Zeng Rou and the others played.
In their prolonged time together, they weren’t just idly following Lin Jiaxue around, realizing the growing gap in knowledge and capabilities, they were constantly upskilling themselves too.
English.
Musical instruments.
Knowledge.
...
In many aspects, they all look up to Lin Jiaxue and have met many outstanding women. They also realized how naive they used to be; a woman shouldn’t just care about eating and wearing clothes, or applying makeup on her face.
There should be substance.
Noon.
"This is so delicious, Tang, do you eat such delicious food every day?"
Maji was immediately captivated by the food here.
"Uh... almost." What else could Tang Qing say, Ayman proudly said: "I didn’t lie to you, right? The food here is definitely the best in the world, and you can only find it here."
"Mhm, mhm."
Maji’s eyes were full of sparkle.
Delicious.
"Ah, it’s a pity, I can only come here once or twice a year." Ayman said with a disappointed face, he could actually buy vegetables and fruit from Qingyan City and smuggle them back home to eat secretly.
But seafood and meat products.
Just can’t be brought back, he is helpless about it.
"When you get married, I’ll bring a whole table for you." Tang Qing smiled and said, the weddings in Saudi are similar to those in the United States, where you don’t need to bring gifts, just blessings from both sides’ family and friends.
Adhering to the Huaxia concept.
It’s still better to give something.
"Thank you, Tang."
Ayman said with a silly smile.
A table full of food.
That makes him happier than receiving a sports car.
...
Afternoon.
More guests arrived at the villa.
Today is New Year’s Day.
Tang Qing invited his friends a week ago to have a meal together, technically, Ayman was an unexpected visit.
"Old Tang, you have guests?" Li Kai and his girlfriend stepped in and saw Ayman, dressed in a white robe, which made his last few words sound weaker – an Arab local tyrant.
"Yes, this is a prince from Saudi, Ayman, and this is my good friend, Li Kai."
Upon hearing he’s a prince.
Li Kai hurriedly said hello twice, as he doesn’t speak Arabic.
"Hello, Li." Ayman greeted.
"Hello, hello."
Hearing Ayman speak Chinese, Li Kai breathed a sigh of relief, "You guys chat, I’ll go upstairs to the guest room to play some games." He thought the two were discussing serious matters, so he went upstairs with his girlfriend.
Soon after.
The second wave of people arrived.
It was Wang Yan’s family.
Since there’s only one day off for New Year’s Day, the couple came to see their daughter, coincidentally meeting Tang Qing, who quickly got up and smiled, "Uncle Wang, long time no see."
The two indeed hadn’t seen each other for a long time.
The last meeting.
Was a year ago, if talking about having meals and chatting, it traces back to high school time, compared to then, Wang Sheng hadn’t changed much, but he had more wrinkles on his face now.
One can imagine.
These two years must have been busy for Wang Sheng.
"You lad, you’re getting more and more successful."
After thinking for a while.
That’s the only opening line Wang Sheng could think of.
Because he really didn’t know how else to describe today’s Tang Qing, who as a naive young man drinking at his house, now in terms of wealth and power, has reached the peak of Huaxia businessmen.
Worshipped by countless people.
It’s been just over two years.
Back then.
Tang Qing promised to support Wang Yan’s music dream, and now he has fulfilled it, signing Wang Yan to his company without any constraints, her wages untouched, and with access to top resources.
Be it songs.
Advertisements.
Promotions.
As long as Wang Yan is willing.
Tang Qing’s company will fully support her.
Honestly.
He felt he owed Tang Qing a lot, sadly, his daughter and Tang Qing just have the fate to meet but not to bond. But like chasing stars, waiting for the enthusiasm to pass and returning to reason, his daughter should be able to get over it.
His daughter.
He believes.
"I still need to work harder." Tang Qing modestly said.
Wang Sheng: "..."
Work harder.
Does he want to overthrow the boss of ERV too?
