Chapter 1897: Stones from Other Hills May Serve to Polish Jade

The issue of education has always been a matter of great concern in China.

Teachers' salaries in China are not high; even a dozen years later, when the state significantly improves teacher compensation, compared to foreign countries, Chinese teachers' pay is still mediocre.

But horizontally compared to other industries, it's actually passable.

The key problem lies in the changes in the relationships between teachers and students, and between teachers and parents, as the reform and opening-up progressed.

For example, when Zhao Fusheng was a child, parents respected teachers. Back then, when parents went to school, they often said, 'We entrust our child to you, Teacher. Beat or punish as you see fit, as long as he studies well, anything goes.'

And now?

No parent doesn't dote on their own child. In their view, their child goes to school to receive an education; why should the teacher lay a hand on them?

The accumulation of contradictions in various aspects has led to terrible changes in the entire education system.

The dignity of the teaching profession is gone. Teachers gradually begin to muddle along, while parents place all their hopes on tutoring classes.

It's as if a student can't do well without attending tutoring classes.

If a child doesn't participate in various extracurricular classes from a young age, they won't succeed in the future.

Is that really the case?

Zhao Fusheng doesn't know the answer either, because he's not an education expert, nor does he know the outcome of doing so. But in Zhao Fusheng's memory, the post-70s and post-80s generations, who had few tutoring classes to attend when they were young, still created countless fortunes.

Let alone the post-60s and post-50s.

Quality education—who has it really benefited?

From a certain perspective, Zhao Fusheng has always felt that he is not a qualified time traveler, because he is too timid and rarely does anything impulsive in daily life.

This means that when faced with certain difficulties, Zhao Fusheng's first reaction is not to solve the problem, but to consider how to align the matter with the original historical trajectory.

This is not a good habit.

But Zhao Fusheng has no choice; that's just the kind of person he is.

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Character determines destiny.

Although Zhao Fusheng is somewhat indecisive at heart, this is also one of his strengths.

If he were truly cold and ruthless, Zhao Fusheng would never have come this far.

The reason so many people gather around him is not because Zhao Fusheng is exceptionally talented or capable, but ultimately because he is sincere with people.

This point, Zhao Fusheng and those around him all know well.

“I’m going to start taking action.”

Dong Chenxi quietly left the capital on April 15th. Before leaving, she called Zhao Fusheng.

Clearly, she was going to Hong Kong.

Because she was going to coordinate operations with Tan Kaixuan, she had to go to Hong Kong to take command personally.

“Alright, bon voyage.”

Zhao Fusheng smiled and said to Dong Chenxi, “I’ll be in the capital, waiting for news of your victory.”

“You really are…”

Dong Chenxi was speechless, finding it hard to understand why Zhao Fusheng was so relaxed. After all, this was a deal worth billions of US dollars, and they had to avoid alerting Tencent Technology as much as possible—it was no small matter.

But in her view, Zhao Fusheng seemed not the least bit worried.

“Don’t worry, even if the acquisition fails, we won’t lose money on Tencent’s shares.”

Zhao Fusheng smiled and said to Dong Chenxi.

Dong Chenxi was taken aback; she really hadn’t expected Zhao Fusheng to have such an attitude.

Naturally, Zhao Fusheng wouldn’t tell her that Tencent Technology, currently valued at less than 20 billion US dollars, would reach a market value of what level in the future.

Just as he said to Dong Chenxi, even if the acquisition fails, holding onto these shares would still be beneficial.

Who would complain about money burning their hands, right?

“I understand.”

Dong Chenxi said helplessly to Zhao Fusheng, too lazy to say anything more, and hung up directly.

Zhao Fusheng held the phone, looking bewildered, unable to figure out what was wrong with her. Did she need him to encourage her a bit?

Really, she’s not a child.

“Who was that?”

Fan Baobao opened the door and came in, seeing Zhao Fusheng staring blankly at the phone, she asked casually.

“Dong Chenxi, she’s going to Hong Kong and asked if I had anything to say.”

Zhao Fusheng replied. “By the way, do you want her to bring something back?”

Fan Baobao was speechless, looking at Zhao Fusheng as if he were an idiot: “Seriously, have you got it wrong? She’s going to work for you.”

Zhao Fusheng was stunned, then understood what Fan Baobao meant.

Shaking his head helplessly, he smiled wryly: “How was I supposed to know? You women, your minds are too delicate.”

He understood Fan Baobao’s meaning; she was implying that he was too formal and didn’t show concern for Dong Chenxi.

“You know, I’m telling you, Zheng Yao, Dong Chenxi, or Bai Jie—they’re not young anymore. Even though we have a good relationship, don’t keep them putting all their energy into the company.”

Fan Baobao looked at Zhao Fusheng seriously.

Clearly, she had considered this for a long time before bringing it up to Zhao Fusheng.

Zhao Fusheng frowned, then waved his hand: “I know, but if they don’t find boyfriends themselves, I can’t do anything about it.”

Then he pursed his lips: “Besides, do you think it’s easy for women at their level to find a partner now?”

Fan Baobao was taken aback, then fell silent.

She wanted to refute Zhao Fusheng, but helplessly found that his words seemed to be correct.

“No water is wide enough to cross when you have crossed the sea; no cloud is beautiful but that which crowns the peak.”

Whether it’s Dong Chenxi or Zheng Yao, they have both experienced failed relationships, so they have a strong defensive awareness when it comes to feelings.

Moreover, with their career success now, being genuine strong women, it’s not easy to win them over under such circumstances.

Not to mention them, even Fan Baobao herself feels the same way.

It’s just that her husband is Zhao Fusheng; if it were someone else, hah…

“So what do we do?”

After a long while, Fan Baobao looked up at Zhao Fusheng, clearly accustomed to finding answers from him.

Zhao Fusheng pursed his lips: “Nothing much!”

He’s not a god; what can he do about other people’s romantic affairs? He can barely take care of himself. Others’ matters are none of his business, and he can’t manage them.

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Dong Chenxi went to Hong Kong, or rather, the entire focus of Future Investment’s work shifted to Hong Kong.

In the capital, Zhao Fusheng simply took personal command at Future Investment.

It wasn’t that he didn’t trust his subordinates, but because Zhao Fusheng felt a bit bored and wanted to find something to do.

He has always been the type who can’t stay idle.

Even now, with a net worth of over ten billion US dollars, he remains the same.

He talks about enjoying life, but in fact, Zhao Fusheng rarely rests and spends most of his time busy.

“Chairman, this is the recent status of the companies we hold shares in. Please take a look.”

Wu Sijie personally handed a stack of documents to Zhao Fusheng.

Zhao Fusheng nodded, took the documents, and read them. After a while, he frowned: “Why didn’t Alibaba notify us about the board discussion?”

“It seems Ma Yun called Miss Dong,” Wu Sijie thought for a moment and replied to Zhao Fusheng. “Miss Dong called me about this. Her intention is that we don’t interfere or participate.”

“I see…”

Zhao Fusheng thought for a moment and nodded: “Since she decided that, then let it be.”

Then he gave Wu Sijie a meaningful look: “So, do you two talk on the phone often?”

Wu Sijie didn’t catch on and casually replied: “Just chatting when we’re free.”

“Ah…”

Zhao Fusheng smiled but said nothing more.

Whether men or women, everyone is gossipy at heart.

Even Zhao Fusheng is no exception.

Humanity’s gossipy nature stems from a desire and craving for external things. We always like to pry into secrets, as if knowing those secrets can lead to success in life.

Of course, that’s just a wishful thought.

The significance of gossip lies in the fact that humans spread it; it’s just a medium for information dissemination.

Taking a deep look at Wu Sijie, Zhao Fusheng felt that perhaps he could find a breakthrough through him.