GBP Chapter 181 Tanning
Chapter 181 Tanning
The legendary 1982 vintage in the decanter, after sitting for several tens of minutes, has had its tannins fully released, making it the perfect time to drink it.
Their conversation about the chips was temporarily interrupted by the aroma of the wine.
Chips, of course not those strange chips.
Rather, it's the convenience or resources that Wuhai can offer her.
Bai Li knew all too well that Wu Hai possessed resources far beyond her imagination.
The enormous sums of money, high-end networks of contacts, intelligence, special channels... accumulated by wealthy and powerful families over hundreds of years are resources in themselves.
Of course, she has plenty of money.
Thanks to the Godly Rich System, she is not lacking in wealth.
But Bai Li still really coveted the others.
What she lacks most right now are these things related to inner strength and cultural heritage.
A few days ago, she obtained the first batch of commercial adaptation rights for a national-level project.
Although the project is currently under strict confidentiality, it will still take some time before the final results are achieved.
But Shirai had a strong intuition that this project was definitely not simple.
Moreover, she had confidence in Professor Xu's team, and her sixth sense told her that remarkable results would surely be achieved in the near future.
Although it is theoretically possible to get a project off the ground quickly and make huge profits simply by investing money and taking advantage of information asymmetry.
But Bai Li was not satisfied with this; she had greater ambitions.
This is no longer a small-scale operation involving billions of dollars within the film and television industry; it is a "commercial bomb" that could truly trigger technological innovation and even have a global impact.
As long as you seize the opportunity and gain a competitive edge in a short period of time, becoming a unicorn company in the industry is not an unattainable dream.
If the project succeeds, the financing scale will reach trillions, enabling an unprecedented leap forward.
However, to achieve this level, funding alone is far from enough.
It also requires extensive high-end connections, accurate intelligence to grasp the market, and special channels to break through conventional business restrictions...
These bargaining chips are both something Wuhai has, and something he's willing to give now.
This was not only his way of showing affection to Bai Li, but also his way of trying to take the initiative in their relationship.
The chips are tempting.
But Bai Li knew in her heart that there was no such thing as a free lunch.
Taking something from him is tantamount to dancing with the devil.
It's one thing if Wu Hai is willing to give it to me, but it's quite another thing if I can safely use him without revealing my own hand.
Wu Hai leaned against the central island counter, holding a decanter and observing for a moment. His sleeves were casually rolled up to his forearms, and the lines of his forearms were faintly visible as he poured the wine.
The moment the wine is poured into the Burgundy glass, the forty-year-old vintage is fully awakened. The subtle aromas of leather and blackcurrant spread through the air, gradually filling the entire island counter and even the whole restaurant with the rich fragrance of red wine.
Wu Hai gently grasped the slender stem of the Burgundy glass with his long, slender fingers, and swirled it slightly. The ruby-like wine slid slowly down the glass, shimmering with an alluring luster. After confirming the wine's condition, he handed the glass to Bai Li.
“The best time to drink a 1982 vintage wine is 50 years, and it is currently at its peak drinking period, which is also when it is most valuable.”
Wu Hai paused slightly, a meaningful glint in his eyes, then changed the subject and continued:
"But in five years, even if it was once very valuable, its value will decline significantly."
Bai Li took the wine glass, gently swirled it near her nose, and instantly, a strong aroma of aged wine burst forth.
This taste...
above.
This was the first time Bai Li had ever known that red wine could emit such a complex aroma.
It smells like leather, like cedar, and a bit like truffle.
Typically, renowned wines that are over forty years old undergo annual edibility testing by professionals.
Although Bai Li knew in her heart that there would be no problem drinking it, the stale smell brought about by the passage of time still made her heart beat faster involuntarily.
Even though it was just drinking red wine, I felt a sense of tension, as if I were testing it for poison.
Perhaps this is one of the unique experiences one can have when tasting a fine wine from 1982?
Bai Li finally brought the wine glass to her lips and took a small sip.
Even though it's just a tiny bit, the rich fruity aroma and mellow tannins still intertwine on the tip of the tongue in an instant.
The rich layers of texture made Bai Li's eyes widen slightly.
Delicious!
Indeed, there's a reason why it's expensive!
Wu Hai's gaze remained fixed on Bai Li, a faint smile playing on his lips. He then picked up his own wine glass and took a small sip. He was clearly more interested in Bai Li's reaction than in appreciating the wine.
The time it took for Bai Li to swallow a sip of red wine was enough for her to savor the deeper meaning behind Wu Hai's words.
Bai Li's fingertips caressed the wine glass, the dark red liquid reflecting her slightly narrowed eyes.
To truly appreciate the finest flavors of wine, one must choose the most opportune moment.
The same applies to cooperation.
The right time and place are indispensable.
With their own ideas and plans, and Wuhai possessing the necessary resources, coupled with the imminent arrival of the artificial intelligence boom, collaboration on this basis can indeed create the greatest value.
If you miss it, you may never have another chance like it.
Bai Li understood what Wu Hai was implying.
Isn't this just implying that she wants to cooperate with him?
Can't this man just speak his mind?
If I hadn't invested so many points in my [Intelligence] attribute, I might not have been able to understand what he meant.
Bai Li never liked beating around the bush. A thought flashed through her mind, and she raised an eyebrow, asking directly, "How do I know if you're genuinely trying to help me, or if you're just setting a trap for me?"
Hearing Bai Li's straightforward question, Wu Hai chuckled and said, "Little Pear, it's not good that you're so wary of me. As long as you give me a chance, I will definitely keep my word, but..."
Bai Lixin knew he definitely had more to say, and said irritably, "Just say what you have to say, don't keep me in suspense."
Wu Hai slowly swirled his wine glass, his Adam's apple bobbing gently with each swallow, and said unhurriedly, "However, you have to work closely with me on projects and involve me in your business. This way, I can better help you integrate resources and let you truly see my sincerity."
Bai Li pondered to herself that while Wu Hai's proposal was attractive, it was also fraught with risks.
Involving him in the project will inevitably expose him to some of the company's core affairs.
If he has ulterior motives, my secret might be exposed.
But as the saying goes, you can't catch a wolf without risking your cub.
Moreover, I now possess more resources to counterbalance him, so this might not be a bad suggestion.
After a moment's thought, Bai Li revealed a faint smile:
"Cooperation is possible, but I have conditions."
"I must have the decision-making power for all collaborative projects. You are only responsible for providing resources and connections, and you cannot interfere with the company's internal operations."
"Furthermore, I will arrange for someone to supervise the cooperation process. If you dare to play any tricks, the cooperation will be terminated immediately."
Bai Li made many demanding requests, but of course, these were all conditions she set based on the premise of protecting herself.
Just when she thought Wu Hai would hesitate or refuse, she didn't expect him to agree so quickly.
"Deal, Little Pear. I hope this collaboration goes well."
As Wu Hai spoke, he raised his wine glass, a satisfied gleam in his eyes.
Bai Li had the illusion that she had fallen into a trap because he agreed so quickly. She ignored Wu Hai’s increasingly intense gaze and calmly raised her glass to clink with his.
If we can keep this fox under control, we might just be able to create a world we've never known before.
The crystal Burgundy glasses made a crisp sound as they collided.
The tannins from 1982 fermented slowly in the air, releasing a dangerous yet exceptionally charming sweet aroma.