How can I justify myself as a Magnate if I don't indulge myself?

"Mr. Gu, I've long admired your great reputation!"

When Gu Heng got out of the car, Lei Yibin, along with the company's executives, approached him with big smiles...

Gu Heng also took this time to size up the much-envied CEO of Wuyou Media...

Lei Yibin, who stood about five feet seven inches tall, was bald and pot-bellied...

Previously online, some people had commented that Lei Yibin wasn't much to look at. It was only upon meeting him that Gu Heng realized the description of "not much to look at" was a compliment after all. Because of the CEO role at Wuyou, he had a halo effect; if he were a common worker from the post-80s, he would undoubtedly be considered "ugly and greasy"...

However, Gu Heng didn't have the habit of judging people by their appearances. Purely based on his resume, Lei Yibin was quite impressive, having developed Wuyou Media into a leading Douyin MCN organization in just four years—his capabilities were beyond doubt...

Gu Heng never underestimated any heroes in the world, not even his former boss, Zhang Yang. He had never looked down on him. If it hadn't been for seeking revenge for past grievances, he would not have wanted to trample Zhang Yang underfoot and offend him to death.

The reason was simple: his own accomplishments were solely due to the word "luck", having luckily activated a system.

To put it harshly, they were normal players, achieving this level through their own advantages, their skills, while he was just a lousy cheater; it inherently wasn't fair.

Moreover, for a cheater to look down on high-end players would be downright bullying, wouldn't it?
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Gu Heng wasn't one of those juvenile heroes who fancied themselves "uniquely supreme". He just wanted to rely on his own hacks to enjoy life and live happily ever after.

With this thought, Gu Heng smiled at Lei Yibin with a teasing tone, "Mr. Lei, do you actually know me? You're so enthusiastic, it makes me a bit uneasy."

The subtext was simple: "We don't have much of a connection, and I'm not famous, so this level of enthusiasm makes me overthink."

Lei Yibin, sharp as he was, paused briefly upon hearing Gu Heng's words, then continued with a smile, "Mr. Gu, you jest. Who in the business circle does not know and recognize you?

"Just a few days ago, when the Yangcheng International Race Track formally began construction and the list of investors was released, it profoundly shocked us all—a whopping investment of three billion yuan! Not to mention the resolve, just the financial power alone is enough for people to respect you. Although you are so young, the term 'promising youth' seems almost an understatement when applied to you.

"It's a compliment for others, but in your case, it rings a bit derogatory.

"I have always wanted to get to know you, but given my limited connections, I didn't have a way to reach out to you. Today, I finally got the chance, and I am thankful for the honor you give me."

After his lengthy speech, Gu Heng was a bit disoriented...

Well said...

This guy is truly talented; his level of flattery is off the charts...

And the level of his discourse was also high. The Yangcheng International Race Track project and the Geneva Air Show spent six billion yuan. Which event put Gu Heng in the spotlight the most?

Without a doubt, it was the latter...

If it were someone less emotionally intelligent, they might choose the latter for compliments, as it's human nature to pick the best feature for praise and to hit the sorest spots when belittling.

But why did Lei Yibin only focus on praising the Yangcheng International Race Track project?

The reason is simple: because their thinking patterns differ. He's a businessman; to flatter someone, he'd naturally pick their business accomplishments to praise: acknowledging both Gu Heng's robust capabilities and his daring vision in business through the race track project.

But how would praising buying two private jets at the Geneva Air Show work?

Praising Gu Heng for being rich? Good at spending money? Isn't spending money something anyone could do?

If faced with someone petty, such flattery might not get close to striking a rapport, and it could easily backfire...

Although it's undeniable that some people like such flattery because it showcases their wealth—like most complacent rich second generations who enjoy being flattered about spending money on something significant.

But according to Gu Heng's well-known profile, he wasn't some rich second-generation. So if the flattery missed its mark and hit the horse's leg instead, it would've been counterproductive, which is why Lei Yibin chose the former.

It's always right to be cautious.

After all, Gu Heng's net worth and status were there. Being thoughtful around someone stronger wasn't a bad thing.

...

During this time, Gu Heng had also met many people, from the sons of the world's wealthiest to restaurant waiters, interacting with all sorts of individuals, gaining a bit of worldly wisdom.

Although he didn't ponder the intricacies of Lei Yibin's words, he was very clear about his own feelings.

Because these words made him feel very comfortable and allowed him to clearly perceive Lei Yibin's goodwill.

"All knowledge is learning; adept social interactions are akin to outstanding works of literature."

Isn't that why Lei Yibin had managed to develop Wuyou Media to its current level over the years?

Gu Heng hadn't experienced his business capabilities, but his art of speaking was definitely top-notch.

Thinking this, Gu Heng smiled at Lei Yibin, "Mr. Lei, you better stop praising me, or I really will be lost."