Powerful

After a flight of more than ten hours, staying in the Gulfstream, which feels like a palace in the clouds, is naturally extremely comfortable, except that the scenery outside is a bit monotonous.

You might think that this big shot is always flying all over the world, with a packed schedule, and seems very busy and tired.

In reality, business leaders can handle meetings and rest all in one place on their private jets, with comfort levels comparable to luxury hotel suites. Upon landing, they are naturally ready to participate in business activities with full energy at any time.

Now he understands why the wealthy prefer private jets.

Time is money.

A deal can be finalized on a plane in minutes.

From night to day, no one knew how much time had passed. Zhang Yang was leaning back in the leather seat by the porthole, reviewing reports. When he looked up, he saw the skyline below the clouds in the distance, bustling with a sense of warmth and intimacy.

Check the real-time flight path map.

After a flight of more than ten hours, crossing continents and oceans, we are now once again under that same sky.

They're finally back!

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Yudu Jiangbei International Airport, business jet parking apron

On the edge of the tarmac, several airport ground staff wearing reflective vests were chatting quietly.

"Is there some kind of meeting lately? There are so many big shots here. How many business jets and private planes have taken off and landed these past few days?"

"I haven't heard of any meeting. Is it some kind of private gathering of big shots?"

As they were talking, in the distance, a Gulfstream aircraft, its entire body gleaming, was landing with unparalleled elegance, slowing down and coming to a gentle stop.

"Another one!"

Both of their eyes were simultaneously drawn to it.

They knew it was a Gulfstream G650ER, worth hundreds of millions of dollars, with annual maintenance costs alone amounting to hundreds of millions.

It's a true super-powerful executive's aerial vehicle.

They watched the plane come to a stop, watched the gangway be lowered, and watched the cabin door open.

Then, everyone turned their attention to see which big shot was stepping off the plane.

Because they've seen too many familiar faces these past few days.

They are all leading figures in the domestic business world, prominent figures, and various "father figures" circulating online. Their businesses and industries cover almost every aspect of their generation's life, including clothing, food, housing, transportation, entertainment, and more.

"Holy crap..."

Someone opened their eyes wide and exclaimed in surprise.

At the Gulfstream gangway in the distance, a group of security guards filed out, surrounding one figure who stood out from the crowd.

It was around eight or nine in the morning when the sun was shining.

The figure was bathed in the morning sun, with eyes that held the grandeur of mountains and rivers, and every gesture exuded a powerful aura.

"Where did this rich tycoon's son come from? My goodness!"

But if you were to really say this person is some kind of super-rich second-generation heir, it doesn't seem like it...

Their intuition told them that the one who could control such a powerful aura was clearly the real boss.

Such a young super boss?

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Step off the gangway, breathe in the air of home, set foot on domestic soil, and take a look at the domestic sky.

It really does feel so familiar...

Even though this is Yudu, and even though it's thousands of miles away from his hometown, that deep-seated sense of belonging can never be erased.

The local environment shapes the local people.

At the foot of the gangway, the organizers of this year's Yangtze Club annual council meeting had been waiting to pick them up, and a motorcade was also waiting nearby.

Is it a private jet landing pad? Motorcades can drive right in.

"Mr. Zhang, welcome back to China." A staff member wearing an employee badge and dressed in a professional business outfit came up to greet him and warmly presented him with a bouquet of flowers.

"Thank you." Zhang Yang smiled and accepted the gift, glancing at the girl's employee ID.

Maya, Assistant to the Chairman of Yujiang Real Estate

"Mr. Zhang, please get in the car." Maya gently bowed and invited him.

Not far from the gangway, a row of Rolls-Royce Phantom and Cadillac Escalade were lined up.

In Africa, the Rolls-Royce Phantom isn't very popular. Instead, the Cadillac Escalade, which combines luxury and defense, is more commonly used by military and political figures. This car is popular worldwide; riding in it is like driving an Audi A6 in China—you never know who the big shot is getting out.

Zhang Yang has several armored and bulletproof Cadillac Escalades in the garage of his mansion in Africa.

But now that you're back...

Zhang Yang smiled, walked straight to the Phantom with the door open, and got in.

A light fragrance wafted by his side. The chairman's assistant sat down gently next to Zhang Yang, his long legs resting lightly on his hips. He turned slightly to face Zhang Yang, his expression full of humility.

"Mr. Zhang, our chairman originally planned to come and pick you up personally, but she has a government investment promotion meeting to attend today. I hope you don't mind," Maya said softly, offering a slight apology.

"It's alright, what are the arrangements for later?" Zhang Yang said nonchalantly.

Maya quickly and carefully explained the organizer's arrangements.

Zhang Yang listened attentively, nodding as he went, occasionally asking for details, which the chairman's assistant from the organizer answered meticulously.

The car slowly started moving.

The Phantom, carrying Zhang Yang in a Phantom and his security personnel in an Escalade, drove slowly out of the VVIP lane, drawing the attention of tourists along the way who wondered where this big shot was from.

Inside the car, Maya, sitting next to Zhang Yang, had been holding her breath for what felt like the umpteenth time.

She discreetly observed the perfect jawline of the Mr. Zhang beside her, her mind flashing through descriptions of this powerful figure's identity.

The youngest member of the Yangtze Club

Its business empire spans hotels, restaurants, property management, investment, commercial real estate, and the cultural and entertainment industry, and it also owns several mines overseas, engaging in mineral resource development.

In terms of assets, it's well over a hundred billion.

A true super boss... and such a young and handsome super boss at that.

Simply thinking about it makes my heart tremble.

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The convoy traveled to a luxury five-star hotel owned by Yujiang Real Estate.

Yujiang Real Estate was founded in Yudu and is involved in real estate development, commercial operation and other projects. It is one of the top ten real estate companies in China, with business covering all parts of the country. Founder Sun Hongjun has been selected multiple times for the Forbes list of outstanding businesswomen and is a well-deserved businesswoman.

Yu River Riverside Holiday Hotel is located next to the Jialing River.

Outside the hotel, the convoy slowly came to a stop.

Hotel staff and relevant personnel from Yujiang Real Estate were waiting outside early in the morning to greet us.

As soon as Zhang Yang got out of the car, a group of people surrounded him and greeted him.

"Welcome, Mr. Zhang."

"Hello, Mr. Zhang."

Hotel staff jogged ahead to clear the way and pressed the elevator button in advance.

Zhang Yang smiled and shook hands with everyone. Then, accompanied by the organizers, he was surrounded by a large group of people and walked through the hotel lobby to the elevator.

Standing beside him were the executive vice president of Yujiang Real Estate and the GM of Yu River Riverside Holiday Hotel.

Of course, there was also Maya jogging alongside her.

The group, all smiles, walked into the elevator and headed straight for the VIP floor, which had been reserved for them.

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In addition to its own clubhouse, the hotel is heavily guarded.

A number of tall and burly security personnel stood from the corridor to the outside of the clubhouse.

Suddenly, the sound of bustling footsteps came from afar.

All the security personnel looked over, and then their expressions tightened slightly.

In the distance, a group of security personnel with sharp eyes and a murderous aura walked over. Although they were not particularly tall or strong, they were all lean and wiry, with bulging muscles on their forearms and covered in scars.

Most importantly, everyone has thick knuckles and calluses.

He's handled a gun!

And it's a regular-use gun!

In Africa, gunfire is commonplace, and guns are ubiquitous.

But in the country...

Rare··

Ordinary people who have never served in the military have never even touched a gun, let alone seen one in real life.

The tall, burly bodyguards suddenly tensed up, sweat beading on their foreheads. What they didn't know was that these men not only used guns routinely in Africa, but had also experienced real combat, and their hands were even stained with blood.

So, when two completely different groups of security personnel met.

The difference in skill was immediately apparent.

One side against the other, it's a classic case of overwhelming force.

Immediately afterwards, laughter and chatter filled the air, and they finally saw the person in question, surrounded by a group of security personnel.

"Mr. Zhang, this way, please."

The organizers led the way, bending over.

Zhang Yang looked at the clubhouse in front of him, which was full of ancient style and Zen-like atmosphere, and walked in with a smile.

Upon entering, one is greeted by pine, bamboo, and cypress trees, with a small bridge and flowing water, resembling a paradise. It's hard to imagine that this place is actually located inside a hotel.

"A new friend has arrived."

A hearty laugh echoed from afar.

Ahead, at the artificial hill and pavilion, a group of people were standing and chatting, drinking tea, or playing chess.

Looking up, I saw many familiar faces.

Among them are prominent figures in the domestic business world, frequently featured in the news, and the fathers of those so-and-so's sons and young masters who constantly generate buzz and stir up trouble on domestic social media.

They are big shots, and even more so, senior figures.

But so what?

Zhang Yang's inclusion in the association was itself an affirmation of his abilities, or more accurately, an affirmation of his superficial strength.

But no one knows that in that Africa country, rich in minerals and wealth, on a land of over 300,000 square kilometers, he is actually the real behind-the-scenes boss, a super tycoon who commands hundreds of thousands of troops and controls a population of over ten million.

The group of people in front of me are influential figures in the domestic business world.

However, he had truly experienced gunfire and bullets in the Gangge Republic, held military and political power in several provinces, and genuinely wielded immense influence, controlling the lives and deaths of others.

Right now, they are even making inroads Gango the country, planning a momentous event.

If things go as planned in the future, how high will Zhang Yang's career reach?

With immense confidence and profound knowledge, Zhang Yang naturally exudes an aura that rivals mountains and rivers. His every move radiates an aura that surpasses even the combined aura of many powerful figures before him.

This is true self-confidence in its absolute sense.

He was like a seasoned tycoon in a youthful guise.

If youth means lack of experience, then age might be the only flaw one can barely find.

"Mr. Zhang, welcome to the Yangtze Club." Chairman Luo of Heavenly Peace Group, whom he had met several times in Africa, warmly greeted him and shook hands. "Come, let me introduce you."

"This is Mr. Zhou from Farview Mining, a fellow industry professional."

"You must be familiar with this person, Mr. Wang..."

"Mr. Liu of Creative Vision..."

"General Manager Guo of Distant Star..."

Of course, there's also the host, Ms. Sun from Yujiang Real Estate, the only female CEO present.

Zhang Yang smiled slightly, stepped forward, shook hands with everyone, and exchanged pleasantries.

Everyone stared at the excessively young face before them, feeling the aura and depth that emanated from him naturally, and were slightly taken aback.

This kind of personal charisma.

Unbelievable...

To call someone an outstanding individual is an overstatement, but to describe this person is an excessive degree of modesty.

They had never seen such a perfect person.

Both in terms of wealth and temperament, he is impeccable.

The only problem is his age...

But is youth a disadvantage?

With so many achievements, and yet not even thirty, doesn't this mean that future accomplishments are even more immeasurable and hold limitless possibilities?

Youth is not a disadvantage, but an absolute advantage, a capital that allows one to look down on everyone else.

Upon their first meeting with the new council members of the Yangtze Club, everyone gave Zhang Yang a perfect score in their hearts. The numerous business leaders and tycoons naturally treated Zhang Yang with great courtesy.

No one considers themselves a senior because of their age.

Everyone associates with his peers.

The group chatted and laughed, but instead of constantly talking about business, they chatted about everything under the sun, enjoying themselves immensely.

"Mr. Zhang, I heard you've started a massive project in Beijing, claiming to be building the Hollywood of the East. We're under a lot of pressure," joked Mr. Xu, who single-handedly created Hengdian World Studios, a true Oriental film city.

"Hengdian is what we are now, but we aspire to be what we are in the future," Zhang Yang said with a slight smile. "However, we still have a long way to go, and we hope Mr. Xu can offer us some guidance so we can avoid making the same mistakes."

He wasn't overly modest.

Because the investment in Beijing's Huaying Film City is as high as tens of billions... (This last part is a bit of a stretch and doesn't need a direct translation.)

The drawings were provided by the system, and the design and planning were top-notch.

Everything is configured to the highest standard within a huge budget, and being located in the Beijing, it is highly likely to be used as a benchmark by the government in the future, with related policies being fully implemented.

With so many advantages, it would be hypocritical for him to be too modest.

"No problem. When that day comes, we'll be competing with each other, one in the south and one in the north. Competition drives progress, and I'm really looking forward to it," said Chairman Xu, his white hair framed by a look of satisfaction.

Approaching ninety, he has weathered many storms and his perspective has long since transcended the mundane.

He certainly hopes that Hengdian will continue to prosper, but he would be even happier to see the domestic cultural industry flourish and a new Hengdian emerge.

A single flower does not make spring; a hundred flowers blooming together make a garden full of spring.

Everyone laughed in unison, and the atmosphere became even more harmonious and pleasant.

A gathering in the business district is definitely worlds apart from gatherings of the privileged class.

The gatherings of top business leaders are different from ordinary business gatherings. There's no need to deliberately arrange things like playing golf or tasting wine.

The reason why a big shot is a big shot is because they don't follow the rules.

Everyone has their own unique hobbies, such as traveling, writing, practicing martial arts, cultivating one's character, and so on.

Zhang Yang himself is fine with anything.

He cultivated both internal and external skills, achieving mastery of internal martial arts, and can be considered a living grandmaster.

Naturally, once you understand one thing, you understand everything else.

On calligraphy: Every stroke possesses its own unique charm.

As for the health-preserving martial arts that these big shots are so fond of, needless to say, he's practically possessed by the founder himself.

A casual Tai Chi starting stance, followed by a complete set of punches, is performed with exquisite form and spirit, reaching a level of mastery that is both divine and magical.

All around him were burning, intense gazes.