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Chapter 1501: Chapter 536: A Battle of Wills, Instance Cleared_3

“Come on, Shirley,” she gently swirled the wine glass in her hand, the amber liquid reflecting a captivating luster under the lights, “let’s toast to this delightful conversation.”

Shen Yuyan hurriedly raised her glass, her movements elegant and cautious.

“Clink~~”

The sour red wine slipped into her mouth, yet to Shen Yuyan it tasted exceptionally wonderful.

Social climbing has always been her pursuit, and being able to communicate and interact with someone like Anne Kate, an elite at the pinnacle of power, was undoubtedly a rare opportunity in her life.

At least… her name would remain in the other’s memory.

In future events, she could even use this as a topic to highlight her uniqueness.

Anne took a small sip of champagne and then casually asked, “I heard Song mention that you are an entrepreneur? Which industry exactly?”

Shen Yuyan quickly put down her glass and sat upright, “Yes, after I graduated from college, I first worked at Procter & Gamble for over a year, and then partnered with alumni to start a household services company…”

The reason she particularly mentioned her previous work experience at Procter & Gamble was because the Kate Fund itself is a significant shareholder of Procter & Gamble.

Seeing a hint of interest in Anne’s eyes, Shen Yuyan continued to narrate her entrepreneurial experience in a soft yet firm voice.

She didn’t exaggerate or deliberately dramatize hardships but instead articulated her ideas, team growth, and development plans in a coherent manner.

Although to someone like Anne Kate, a startup household services company might not be a particularly dazzling achievement.

But to Shen Yuyan, building a company from scratch and reaching this point has always been her proudest accomplishment.

Time gradually flowed by.

More than half of the wine in their glasses was consumed.

Anne’s lips curled into a faint smile, her tone mixed with some approval: “Hmm, I can tell you are a woman with ambition and execution. These qualities… I admire, and I’m optimistic about your future.”

“It’s an honor to share this experience with you.”

“Shirley, what are your plans for your future?”

Shen Yuyan paused, instinctively seeking Tang Song’s figure, but with no result, she thought and said, “That depends on President Tang’s intentions. I hope to continue learning by his side.”

Anne, hearing this, lifted the corners of her mouth with an intrigued smile: “Interesting. Then, what if I offer you a bigger opportunity?”

Upon hearing this, Shen Yuyan’s heart suddenly trembled, her pupils rapidly contracting.

Barrage: [A bigger opportunity?!]

[What does she mean? Is she offering me an opportunity?!]

[Does she… have her eye on me?!!!]

[Is she testing me or truly trying to poach me?]

With her intelligence and acuity, she naturally discerned Anne’s underlying message.

It was due to this that her heart was so shocked.

An invitation from Anne Kate, chair of Meditation Capital’s global strategy committee, born into the top-tier socialite circle of the Kate Consortium.

Her invitation represented value that was immeasurable.

“Ms. Kate… what do you mean?” Shen Yuyan struggled to maintain outward composure.

Anne leaned back in her chair, her long legs crossed, her light-colored eyes fixed on Shen Yuyan, carrying an irresistible confidence and allure.

“Join my team, become my work assistant. I can offer you a platform and resources; you should be well aware of Wall Street, JPMorgan Chase, NASDAQ, Silicon Valley, Davos Forum…”

These words struck Shen Yuyan’s heart like heavy hammers.

Making her breathless, overwhelmed by emotion.

Her throat tightened, instinctively she took a sip of wine, suddenly the sourness of the red wine turned exceptionally noticeable.

[She wants me to be a work assistant? “Kate’s” assistant?!]

Anne smiled slightly and continued, “As far as I know, you are only temporarily filling in as Song’s assistant, and your performance has earned my recognition, hence the proactive invitation.”

Shen Yuyan clenched her wine glass tightly, struggling to speak: “Thank you… for your recognition, I…”

“OK, Now—” Anne suddenly raised her wrist, glanced at her watch, and said without room for doubt: “You only have one minute to consider. Of course, this depends on whether you are smart enough, ambitious enough, to seize this opportunity.”

“Thump thump thump—” her heartbeat was like a beating drum.

Shen Yuyan’s gaze flickered, her mind battling intensely.

Her brain frantically analyzed Anne’s every word, every slight expression, trying to capture the true intention behind them.

Nonetheless, regardless of how she interpreted them, those words seemed like an invisible net, enveloping her tightly within.

Overhead, the barrage blossomed like fireworks:

[She said she admires me… is it true?]

[No, how could someone of this stature favor me for no reason?]

[What does she truly want? My ability? Or… my influence over Tang Song?]

[But no matter which it is, someone of her stature wouldn’t bother to play such games with me.]

[Meditation Capital, Kate Consortium, one leap to the top!]

[But what’s the cost?]

[What if it’s a trap? Could it be a plot against Tang Song?]

…

Time seemed to elongate, each second oppressively suffocating.

“30 seconds remaining.” Anne’s voice pierced through, cold and calm, like a blade cutting the air.

Shen Yuyan’s body began to tremble.

Images flashed through her mind:

For her to attend her dream school, her father humbly handing over a crumpled envelope.

Helping her mother move stools at the breakfast stall, mocked by passing classmates.