Chapter 149: 880,000 Copies Daily Sales

Yesterday afternoon, Jiuding Securities Company announced the fundraising conditions for two new funds. The news spread like wildfire due to the unique terms never seen before in Hong Kong, sparking a heated discussion.

However, some investors didn't overthink it. They rushed to Jiuding Securities with their money to subscribe to the funds. To them, following the stock market guru was a sure way to avoid losses. They preferred to act quickly before others hesitated.

Everyone with clear eyes knew that Jiuding Securities would never lack for subscribers to their funds. If they didn't rush to subscribe now, there was a risk of not being able to buy even if they had the money later!

The next day, many newspapers, including the *Hong Kong Economic Journal* and *Ming Pao*, reported on Jiuding Securities' new funds, Huizhong No. 1 and Huijin No. 1, offering detailed interpretations.

Summer Rain's own *Jiuding Daily* also provided a thorough analysis of the terms. The paper conveyed Jiuding Securities' confidence and encouraged citizens to hurry and subscribe, warning that it might be too late if they waited.

When Summer Rain arrived at Jiuding Securities Company, he saw long lines of people waiting to subscribe to the funds. Many held cash in their hands, their faces full of anticipation.

To ensure their funds and personal safety, Summer Rain ordered Li Quan, Zhang Zhi, and others to patrol and guard the area.

The company was bustling with activity, but with Wang Qi and Ai Le Wen's outstanding capabilities, the situation was under control, which allowed Summer Rain to relax.

After a while, Summer Rain took Yan Shining to Jiuding Media Company.

Recently, Summer Rain had been almost constantly at Jiuding Securities Company for expansion matters. He had only been making brief visits to Jiuding Media Company, so it was time to check in again.

"Good morning, boss!"

"Morning, boss!"

As Summer Rain walked into the company, employees greeted him continuously. He smiled and responded to each one before starting his inspection.

After walking around, Summer Rain was very satisfied. The employees were energetic and passionate about their work, and the various departments were operating smoothly.

It seemed that Yan Wenhan was managing well!

Next, Summer Rain went to the fifth-floor Economic Research Office and saw Xu Zhixue and others but did not see Lin Shanyuan.

Summer Rain wasn't surprised since he knew Lin Shanyuan was probably back to teach classes. Xu Zhixue was there because he had no classes at that time; otherwise, he would have left too.

Lin Shanyuan and Xu Zhixue had not abandoned their teaching jobs. With the opening of the Hong Kong Chinese University and Hong Kong University, their primary jobs had resumed. However, they continued working at the Economic Research Office, bringing back tasks they could handle at the university and coming over during their free time.

Despite the expansion of the Economic Research Office, the normal operation of the *Economics* magazine continued uninterrupted, thanks to the diligent work of Lin Shanyuan and other professors. Summer Rain was more at ease now.

After spending some time in the Economic Research Office, Summer Rain went to his office and had someone call Yan Wenhan and the management of various departments for a brief meeting to get an update on the company's situation.

Soon, Yan Wenhan, Zhao Cheng, Sun Changfa, Li Bin, and others gathered around Summer Rain, focusing their attention on him, waiting for him to speak.

"Zhao Cheng, let's start with you. Update us on your department's situation, including any achievements and difficulties."

Summer Rain scanned the room and finally fixed his gaze on Zhao Cheng, who nodded respectfully and said, "Boss, our editorial department currently has… no difficulties!"

"Very good!" Summer Rain nodded in satisfaction and then looked at Sun Xin, the head of the news department, next to Zhao Cheng.

"Boss, our news department…"

"…"

The attendees reported their work situations one by one, and there were generally no issues. Finally, Yan Wenhan gave an update on the company's overall progress.

"Boss, our headquarters in Hong Kong has stabilized completely. Over the past period, the establishment of branches you instructed has shown preliminary results. Each country and region now has a representative, and each department within these branches not only coordinates with local heads but also with our headquarters' department heads."

"We've acquired a printing factory in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and other locations. These factories are now operational, which means our newspapers can be printed locally, saving transportation costs and increasing efficiency."

"I've asked them to investigate the local conditions. The major branches will soon intensify their efforts to expand the distribution of *Jiuding Daily* and increase its sales."

"In Taiwan, I've also set up a branch. No problems have been found so far, but if any arise, I will report them immediately."

"Our *Jiuding Daily*'s daily total sales have reached 880,000 copies, with local sales in Hong Kong remaining steady. The increase of 80,000 copies in sales comes from Southeast Asia, thanks to our improved distribution channels and expanded influence."

"The total sales of *The Legend of the Qin* have also reached 1.25 million copies, an increase of 200,000 copies from before!"

"The latest weekly sales of *Economics* magazine have reached 740,000 copies, a rise of 60,000 copies from the previous issue's 680,000 copies. The current issue's sales are expected to exceed 740,000 copies based on the trend."

"However, due to time constraints, even though the Economic Research Office has expanded its staff several times, the Fortune 500 list is still in production and is expected to be published in the next issue."

"Boss, that's the overall company situation recently. The report is complete!"

Yan Wenhan finished his report in one breath and then took a deep breath.

Summer Rain showed a satisfied smile and nodded at Yan Wenhan. He was pleased with the management of Jiuding Media Company under Yan Wenhan and felt more confident leaving it in his hands.

Yan Wenhan's handling of the Taiwan branch was also commendable.

Previously, Summer Rain had been worried that issues with the *Oriental Daily* and the Ma family might antagonize Taiwan authorities or certain individuals, so he had been cautious about entering the Taiwan market, focusing on Southeast Asia instead.

Now that Jiuding Media Company had established a solid foundation in Southeast Asia, Yan Wenhan had already begun to explore entry into Taiwan without needing explicit instructions from Summer Rain. This pleased Summer Rain and demonstrated Yan Wenhan's ambition.

Despite Yan Wenhan's report of no abnormalities in the Taiwan branch, Summer Rain remained vigilant.

Of course, if everything was indeed fine, that would be even better! He hoped that his previous concerns were unwarranted!

"Alright, I'm now clear on the company's recent situation. Everything is on track. I have one more task to assign to you, but there's no rush. Take it step by step!" Summer Rain said.

Hearing about the new task, Yan Wenhan and the others straightened up, taking out their notebooks and pens, ready to record any details related to the assignment.