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Chapter 58 Lin Jun Arrives in Jiangzhou Overnight

She knew all too well what this achievement meant in 1999—it was the speed at which she reached the top level in Asia, or even the world!

"Zhiyuan, you mean...you might get into the national team, receive professional training, and then participate in international competitions, or even...the Sydney Olympics next year?!" Her voice rose slightly with excitement.

"You don't necessarily have to make it into the national team."

After a moment's thought, Chen Zhiyuan revealed his true thoughts: "I don't actually intend to completely tie myself to a professional sports career."

"I'm more interested in... well, you could say 'having some fun,' using this talent and opportunity to win a few respectable gold medals, that would be enough."

His tone was relaxed, as if he were talking about something trivial, but the content of his words was enough to astound anyone.

He was serious.

Having been reborn, Chen Zhiyuan has a clear, phased plan for his future.

In the early stages, he needed to quickly accumulate fame and capital.

"Wen" (writing) and "Ti" (competitive sports) are the two fastest and most effective shortcuts.

He doesn't want to become the kind of professional athlete who is completely bound by strict management and high-intensity training; that's too arduous and restrictive.

What he wants is to gain tremendous social honor, influence, and commercial value through outstanding achievements (such as an Olympic gold medal), laying a solid foundation for a more ambitious future.

In his blueprint, once he has enough capital, he will make precise and forward-looking investments.

As for investments, the investment targets have already been decided, such as the two Jack Mas, as well as Liu Qiangdong, who is still selling CDs in Zhongguancun, Wang Jianlin, who will manufacture cars in the future, and Lei Jun, who will manufacture both mobile phones and cars in the future, etc.

With foresight that surpasses others by two or three decades, Chen Zhiyuan is very confident in his investments and is destined to make a fortune, but the prerequisite is that you must first have money.

Once they have enough capital and strength, they will personally get involved and build their own industrial empire.

With his vision and foresight that are two or three decades ahead of his time, he is confident that he will be invincible in the investment field, but all of this is based on the premise that he has enough start-up capital.

Book royalties are one path, but the aura of sports stars, especially Olympic champions, brings huge endorsements and commercial value, which is undoubtedly another faster and more dazzling "shortcut".

What he wanted was to make efficient use of this shortcut.

Hearing Chen Zhiyuan talk about winning an Olympic gold medal as if it were "just a casual thing," Zhou Shutang didn't think he was arrogant. On the contrary, he felt a strange and convincing power from Chen Zhiyuan's calm and composed tone and eyes.

Instead of dampening her enthusiasm, she smiled and raised her juice glass.

"Zhiyuan, I believe in you. You have the ability and the ambition. Come on, I congratulate you in advance. May you win many more championships on the field in the future, and may the national anthem be played for you!"

With a soft "clink," the two glasses clinked together, and both of them beamed with bright, expectant smiles.

The meal lasted for about an hour, and the atmosphere remained relaxed and pleasant throughout.

Around 7 o'clock, Zhou Shutang paid the bill first.

Stepping out of the restaurant, a gentle evening breeze was blowing, and the city lights were just coming on. Zhou Shutang asked, "Are you going straight back to school, or are you going to wander around the area? The night view of the provincial capital is quite nice."

Chen Zhiyuan looked at her and deliberately joked, "I actually wanted to do some shopping, but I was afraid of taking up your time. What if... your boyfriend objects, or you have another date tonight? Wouldn't I be a third wheel?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Shutang chuckled, raised her hand as if to hit him, but ultimately only lightly punched his arm: "What nonsense are you talking about! When did I have a boyfriend? I'm currently single and perfectly free!"

Chen Zhiyuan immediately put on a "surprised" expression, looked Zhou Shutang up and down, his eyes filled with admiration and teasing: "No way, Sister Zhou, you have a great figure, you have a great face, and you are so capable, how can you be single? This is not scientific."

Zhou Shutang allowed him to look her over without any hesitation, and even turned slightly to show off her shapely figure, a confident and carefree smile on her face:

"Is it strange to be single? If you haven't met someone you really like or find attractive, are you just going to settle for anyone? I'm not willing to do that."

"That's true." Chen Zhiyuan nodded in deep agreement. "When it comes to feelings, you really can't compromise. It has to be someone you genuinely like."

The two chatted and laughed as they got into the car.

Zhou Shutang drove Chen Zhiyuan to the most bustling pedestrian street in the city center.

The pedestrian street at night is brightly lit and bustling with people, full of urban vitality and hustle and bustle.

They strolled aimlessly like longtime friends, watching street performances, browsing unique shops, occasionally stopping to buy snacks, and chatting casually about various topics.

Time flew by in the pleasant atmosphere, and before we knew it, it was past ten o'clock at night.

Zhou Shutang then drove Chen Zhiyuan back to Jiangnan University, all the way to dormitory building number 13.

"Sister Zhou, thank you for today. Dinner was delicious, and shopping was very enjoyable." Chen Zhiyuan got out of the car and stood by the window to express his gratitude.

"Why are you being so polite with me?" Zhou Shutang said with a bright smile from the driver's seat. "Just remember to treat me next time! Hurry up and get some rest."

"Okay, Sister Zhou, drive carefully. Send me a message when you arrive." Chen Zhiyuan waved.

Watching the red taillights disappear around the corner of the campus road, Chen Zhiyuan turned and went upstairs.

At almost the same time, the domestic arrivals exit of Jiangzhou International Airport.

Su Bingying craned his neck, anxiously searching through the stream of people. Ever since he made the phone call that afternoon, he had been in a state of mixed excitement and trepidation.

Senior Brother Lin Jun really bought the fastest flight and flew to Jiangzhou overnight!

This shows that my senior brother attaches great importance to this matter, and it also means that everything that follows must be true and accurate, and there can be no room for error.

Soon, he spotted that familiar figure in the crowd—Lin Jun was not tall, but he walked steadily with a serious expression, accompanied by a younger assistant. Both of them looked travel-worn.

"Senior brother! Over here!" Su Bingying waved and shouted.

Lin Jun also saw him and immediately quickened his pace to walk over.

Upon meeting, Lin Jun didn't even bother with pleasantries. His first words carried a heavy weight: "Bingying, I've come in person. I hope every word you said on the phone before was true."

His eyes were sharp as he stared intently at Su Bingying, a lingering hint of doubt still lingering in his tone.

Even now, deep down he still feels that it's almost unbelievable that an ordinary college student without any professional training could achieve such results.