After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Chapter 369 Hongmen Banquet

The next morning, as I was sitting at my vanity doing my makeup, my phone suddenly vibrated. It was Mr. Song's private number.

“Miss Gu,” came the steady voice of Old Master Song from the other end of the phone, “are you free tonight? I’d like to invite you to a casual dinner.”

I put down my eyebrow pencil and glanced at the calendar: "I'm free of charge since Mr. Song invited me."

"Alright, seven o'clock then, the usual place." Old Master Song paused, "Bring your assistant along."

After hanging up the phone, I was lost in thought. Grandpa Song's sudden invitation to a banquet, and his specific request that I bring Xu Sisi, must have a deeper meaning.

"Sisi," I pressed the intercom, "get ready, come with me to dinner tonight."

“Okay, Sister Gu,” Xu Sisi’s voice was filled with excitement, “But what kind of dinner party is it?”

She then added, "I guess it's a trap."

"A trap? It's possible, so we need to be prepared."

"But why the rush?" Xu Sisi asked, her voice tinged with doubt.

"Maybe it's because of Moke Jewelry. It's hard to explain over the phone. I'll tell you when we meet tonight. Oh, and bring all the recent project documents with you."

"clear."

After hanging up the phone, I went to the dressing room, my fingers tracing rows of haute couture gowns. Finally, I chose a navy blue silk gown, both dignified and elegant.

Jiang Yichen overheard my conversation with Sisi and asked me, "Be careful this time. Contact me immediately if anything happens, okay?"

He looked at me like I was a child, and said, "Okay!"

Jiang Yichen smiled and said, "She's trying to win you over further. The Song family's banquet isn't open to just anyone, so it seems she's very interested in your project."

I frowned. "Should we go?"

Jiang Yichen nodded: "Of course I'll go. But you need to be careful of Song Yang. He might test you at the banquet, or even try to win you over."

I took a deep breath and nodded: "Okay, I'll be careful."

I answered obediently while fixing my hair.

"Today is your day off, so stay home and take care of yourself. I have some things to do at the company, and I'll be back after work."

"it is good."

At six o'clock in the evening, Xu Sisi came to pick me up on time. Today she was wearing a beige business suit, which made her look capable yet approachable.

"Sister Gu," Xu Sisi handed me a document after we got in the car, "this is the latest news about the Song Group. They seem to be preparing a new project."

I quickly scanned the documents, my brow furrowing slightly: "New energy? This doesn't seem like the Song family's style."

“I also found it strange,” Xu Sisi said, “so I specifically looked into it. I found that they have been getting very close to several technology companies recently.”

We arrived at the club at exactly seven o'clock. A waiter led us through a quiet corridor to an elegant private room. Old Master Song was already sitting there, making tea.

"Miss Gu has arrived," he said, looking up with piercing eyes. "This must be Assistant Xu, right?"

I noticed that his gaze lingered on Xu Sisi for a few extra seconds. This made me even more certain that tonight was a trap.

I nodded slightly and smiled, "Mr. Song has a good eye. This is indeed my assistant, Xu Sisi."

Xu Sisi bowed slightly and said politely, "Grandpa Song, I have long admired your name."

Old Master Song gave a meaningful smile and gestured for us to sit down: "Miss Gu and Assistant Xu, please sit down. I invited you two here today simply to have a small get-together and exchange ideas."

After we sat down, Old Master Song personally poured tea for us, but his gaze kept lingering on Xu Sisi: "Assistant Xu is so young, yet she has investigated things so thoroughly. I truly admire her. My Song Group is currently in dire need of someone as capable as Assistant Xu."

My heart tightened. Just as I expected, Old Master Song was trying to poach my staff. I smiled and took the teacup, taking a small sip: "Old Master Song, you flatter me. Xu Sisi is my capable assistant. She has helped me a lot. I can't bear to let her go."

Xu Sisi immediately chimed in, "Grandpa Song, I am so fortunate to have Sister Gu's appreciation, and I will do my best to serve Sister Gu."

Upon hearing this, Old Master Song narrowed his eyes slightly, but his smile remained unchanged: "Miss Gu and Assistant Xu have a deep relationship, which is truly enviable. However, I brought this up today not because I necessarily want to poach Assistant Xu, but simply because I am eager to recruit talent."

I remained vigilant, but maintained a smile on my face: "I understand that Mr. Song values ​​talent. However, I believe that the Song Group is full of talented people and does not need Xu Sisi. What I am really interested in is the Song Group's new energy project this time."

When I changed the subject, Grandpa Song wasn't annoyed. He leaned back in his chair and clasped his hands together: "Miss Gu is interested in new energy projects? Tell me about it. I'd like to hear your insights."

I put down my teacup, my expression serious. "New energy projects are the future trend, and the fact that the Song Group is involved in this field shows that Mr. Song has a long-term vision. However, as far as I know, the new energy field is highly competitive and the technology is constantly evolving. The Song Group doesn't seem to have much experience in this area. I wonder what Mr. Song's plans are?"

Old Master Song's lips curled slightly upward, as if he had been prepared for my question: "Miss Gu is indeed perceptive. Although my Song Group lacks experience in the new energy field, we have our own advantages. We have recently cooperated with several technology companies to make up for our technological shortcomings. Moreover, I believe that with the financial strength and resources of the Song Group, we will definitely be able to gain a foothold in this field."

Xu Sisi added from the side, "Mr. Song, although technology companies have the technology, they may lack in business operations and marketing. If the Song Group wants to succeed in the new energy field, it needs to work hard in these two areas."

Grandpa Song looked at Xu Sisi with great interest: "Assistant Xu makes a good point. I wonder what insights Assistant Xu has on business operations and marketing?"

Xu Sisi said calmly, "In terms of business operations, the Song Group can integrate resources, optimize the supply chain, and reduce costs. In terms of marketing, we can develop differentiated marketing strategies based on different customer groups. For example, for ordinary consumers, we can emphasize the product's cost-effectiveness and environmental advantages; for corporate clients, we can highlight the product's stability and after-sales service."

Upon hearing this, a hint of admiration flashed in Old Master Song's eyes: "Assistant Xu is indeed quite capable; these insights are very valuable. Miss Gu, you are truly blessed to have such an assistant."

I smiled and said, "Mr. Song, you flatter me. However, I believe the Song Group team must have its own plans and strategies. What I'm more concerned about is whether the Song Group's new energy project will affect our business."