Trillionaire's Slice of Life

The Zhou family's affairs were proceeding smoothly, and Chu Mo found himself with some free time, but then a piece of news broke his leisure.

After six months and one complete failure and restructuring, the research at Fudan University in Modu had finally made a groundbreaking advance.

When Chu Mo had first obtained an unlimited credit card, he had initiated a partnership with Fudan University. On Sun Shangwu's recommendation, Chu Mo invested three billion RMB into a research project at the university.

The research was led by the president of Fudan University, who was also a top figure enjoying a national stipend from Hua Country. However, half a year ago, the entire research team had met with a setback due to a mistake. As the person in charge, President Lu came personally to apologize.

After understanding the reasons for the failure, Chu Mo not only forgave them but also invested another three billion RMB to continue the research.

Actually, by the time of the previous failure, the research had already been in the late stages. The failure was caused by a minor error. Once it was clear that the direction of the research was correct, they started from scratch, which, due to their previous experience, was much more convenient. Therefore, this time, it only took them half a year.

With the entire laboratory working tirelessly, they finally succeeded.

Similarly, this meant that Chu Mo's total investment of six billion RMB had not been in vain.

Li Tingting, a graduate student from Fudan University, personally came to offer her congratulations. This was Chu Mo's fourth encounter with her.

The first time was when she accompanied university leaders, the second time was when Chu Mo was invited by Fudan University to a CEO training class, with Li Tingting as his guide – to this day, he still fondly remembered the fried chicken legs from Fudan University.

The third time was when the experiment failed, and President Lu came to apologize, with her accompanying him to express regrets. But now, upon seeing her again, Chu Mo could hardly recognize her. The vibrant and radiant beauty he met more than half a year ago had become so haggard.

Despite her exquisite facial features, Li Tingting, wearing a light-colored blouse, had noticeably dark circles under her eyes. She had lost at least ten pounds since their first meeting, giving her an almost malnourished appearance.

However, perhaps because the experiment was successful, and she could finally breathe a sigh of relief, Li Tingting's spirit seemed even more serene and clear. The capable and independent aura she exuded surpassed that of the past.

Chu Mo hosted a banquet to entertain her properly. In the dining room of Emperor's Mansion Villa Number One, the huge table was filled with a variety of exquisite delicacies. Sitting at the head of the table, Chu Mo suddenly reflected,

"We've met four times, and we've had a meal together each time. Three of those were here. In a way, our relationship was founded on a sweet and sour fish dish, Miss Li. Try the sweet and sour fish that I had the chef prepare especially for you, and see if it suits your taste."

A maid served the dish to the woman beside her, and the woman with the bob haircut tasted it gently. After a moment, with a sparkle in her eyes, she said,

"This is the flavor. Mr. Chu, you have no idea, I've been craving this taste for over half a year! Now I'm relieved that Tingting finally lived up to expectations and fulfilled your requirements."

Chu Mo suddenly noticed, despite her attempt at restraint, that there was a hint of tears in her eyes. A touch of emotion flashed in his heart. He had only made an investment of six billion RMB, then acted as a hands-off financier. The success of this experiment was truly attributable to these researchers who were fighting on the frontline. In fact, they had spent three years on this research.

During these three years, they didn't take a break and barely had any entertainment. They spent nearly all their time outside eating and sleeping in the laboratory, even missing out on time with their families. It was because of these three years of relentless effort, over a thousand days and nights, that the current success was possible.

Such sacrifice was beyond Chu Mo's imagination. He picked up the communal chopsticks and personally served another dish to Li Tingting beside him before softly asking,

"What are your plans for the future? Now that the research is complete, you should be graduating smoothly. Are you planning to stay at the university or set out on your own?"

Li Tingting was clearly not a very emotional girl, having only momentarily been unable to control her feelings. Now, having composed herself, she calmly shook her head and said,

"I haven't decided yet. The university and President Lu hope I will stay, but I also want to venture out. I haven't made up my mind."

Chu Mo glanced at the gold pen in the pocket of her blouse, and then said,

"I didn't expect you would still carry that pen."

Hearing this, Li Tingting looked down, glanced at the gold pen that had been with her for more than half a year and said with an unusual cheer in her voice,

"This pen was a gift from you, Mr. Chu. It's the most valuable thing I own. I hardly ever use it, as I can't bear to. I will cherish this pen for a lifetime."

The gold pen that Li Tingting carried was the very pen used by Chu Mo to sign the contract during their first meeting. Valued at 190,000 RMB, it was made of pure gold, unaffordable for most. After signing the contract, Chu Mo gave it to her as a memento.