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”...I think your best option right now is not to forcibly change suppliers, but to accept their temporary shortcomings and first secure a foothold in the market.

Meanwhile, actively seek out collaboration with national giants like SF Express or JD to explore customized, exclusive cold chain solutions.

Only by introducing such ’mighty dragons’ and leveraging their capital and influence can you possibly break this local monopoly.”

Meng Ran, as an operations executive at [Hema Fresh], is well aware of the critical role the supply chain plays in chain brands.

She also understands her friend Xie Shuyu’s character, who is extremely demanding in cost control, wishing to spend every penny where it’s worth.

So, at the early stage of expansion, to cut costs, she chose not to work with giants like SF Express with high quotes, but opted for more flexible, cost-effective regional suppliers.

This decision was understandable at the time.

But now, the momentum of [Glimmer Coffee] is so strong, especially after forming a strategic partnership with [Yunting Essence], a subsidiary of [Smile Holding], the brand already has the core competitiveness to stand out.

Upgrading the supply chain is imperative.

Xie Shuyu nodded silently, furrowing her brows in thought.

She slowly opened her mouth and said, ”Thank you, Ranran. I understand what you mean. But this matter is too important. I need to consider it seriously. Let’s not talk about this today. Come on, let’s drink.”

”Ding~”

The green plum wine glasses clinked lightly in the air, making a crisp sound.

Meng Ran took a sip of wine, put down the glass, and looked at the friend she hadn’t seen for a long time across from her.

She couldn’t help but sigh, ”Honestly, Yu, I really admire you. In less than a year, [Glimmer Coffee] has really come this far. I admit, I underestimated you before. And that A-round financing of forty million... no installment, no VAM agreement, all in with pure cash, it’s terrifying.”

Upon hearing this.

Xie Shuyu first smiled and then shook her head self-deprecatingly, ”Just lucky, coming across my current investor. You know, under normal circumstances, Micro Light wasn’t worth this price back then.”

Meng Ran raised an eyebrow, clinking her glass with Shuyu’s, intentionally joked, ”Tsk, your investor wouldn’t happen to... be interested in you, would they? My great beauty.”

In her eyes, Xie Shuyu had been a ’goddess-level’ existence since their university days.

Height, temperament, appearance, talent, almost impeccable.

The only regret is probably that she’s so driven and uncompromising, never willing to be distracted by emotions, turning herself into a single career woman in her thirties.

Jokingly, Meng Ran actually sighed with a bit of teasing in her heart.

However, Xie Shuyu suddenly looked up and met her eyes, the corners of her lips curved slightly, ”That’s right, you could say that.”

”Huh? What?” Meng Ran was completely stunned.

Xie Shuyu elegantly took a sip of green plum wine, ”Strictly speaking, I guess you could say I’m off the market, just haven’t announced it yet.”

”What do you mean?! That investor, has really become your boyfriend?!”

”Yes.”

Meng Ran’s eyes instantly widened, the flames of gossip burning brightly, ”Wow! So you finally figured it out! How is he? Do you have a photo? I remember you mentioned before that this investor is quite young, and also your fellow from Quan City, involved in fashion e-commerce?”

Though her relationship with Xie Shuyu was excellent, as they were both busy, they rarely delved deeply into each other’s personal lives.

When she heard about her successful financing before, she was more involved in analyzing the pros and cons in her career using her industry network.

”He... should be quite good. As for pictures, I’ll show you later. You’ll meet him in person someday as well.”

”Come on, tell me your story! I’m dying to know, which god managed to win over you, the ’goddess’!”

”Sounds terrible.”

Xie Shuyu glared at her, but for the first time, her face had an expression unique to a woman in love.

Then, she began to softly recount her experiences with Tang Song.

Listening to her friend’s description, Meng Ran became more and more excited and shocked.

The young, handsome guy first started as a developer at the company, showcasing incredible abilities.

Then he transformed, like a mysterious capital tycoon, coming to the rescue like a divine force during the company’s most critical moment.

He didn’t just strongly acquire the equity of other shareholders but also invested forty million, entrusting all management rights of the company to Xie Shuyu.

Eventually, the two ended up together.

TV dramas wouldn’t dare to script this!

”An idol drama, a real idol drama! Yu, this move of yours is just too dreamy, I’m now super curious about Tang Song, I really want to meet him right away!”

Meng Ran exclaimed excitedly.

The atmosphere suddenly became relaxed and joyful.

Xie Shuyu’s eyes sparkled, seizing the opportunity, she suddenly said, ”It’s simple to meet him. After the private event, how about accompanying me to Yan City? Meet my investor, and while you’re at it, get a full understanding of Glimmer Coffee.”

Eye to eye, Meng Ran’s expression gradually shifted, keenly sensing the underlying message.

”You mean...?”

”That’s right.” Xie Shuyu put down her chopsticks, her voice deep and steady, ”You know the situation of my company. Are you interested in coming to Micro Light to work with me?”

Meng Ran tilted her head slightly, smiling, ”You want to poach me? What position can you offer?”

Xie Shuyu’s gaze was very determined, ”I need someone who can stand alone as the COO (Chief Operating Officer) to manage all internal affairs. And the only person I can completely trust with this capability is you.”