Progress Report (1)

Lin Xue rolled her eyes and handed Lin Yun the folders. "I thought you'd want an update on the company's financials. It's been a busy quarter, and the numbers are… impressive, to say the least."

Lin Yun raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Let's hear it."

Lin Xue pulled up a chair and sat across from him, her posture straight and her tone businesslike. "First, let's start with QuickBooks. Sales have been steady, with a 15% increase in revenue compared to last quarter. We've expanded into several new markets, including Europe and Southeast Asia, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Businesses love how user-friendly it is, and the fact that it's cloud-based makes it accessible from anywhere."

Lin Yun nodded, leaning back in his chair as he flipped through the financial reports Lin Xue had handed him. The numbers were solid, and the growth trajectory for QuickBooks was exactly what he had hoped for.

The software had become a staple for small and medium-sized businesses, offering an affordable and efficient way to manage their finances. Its encryption, though still a novel concept in this era, was proving to be a game-changer.

"QuickBooks is doing well," Lin Yun said, setting the folder down. "But we can't rest on our laurels. We need to keep improving it—adding new features, optimizing performance, and expanding into even more markets. What's the feedback from our European clients?"

Lin Xue pulled out a separate report from the stack. "The feedback has been positive overall. They appreciate the simplicity and efficiency of the software. However, some of them have begun to shift to MegaBooks."

Lin Yun nodded slightly. "It's fine. Wait until it fermented first and we will release a new version."

Lin Xue made a note in her planner before moving on to the next topic. "Now, let's talk about Plant vs. Zombies. Sales have been… decent, but not spectacular. It's holding its own in the market, but it's not the breakout hit we were hoping for."

Lin Yun raised his brow slightly. "What's the issue? Is it the marketing? The logistic? Or is the market just not ready for this kind of game?"

Lin Xue sighed, flipping through the pages of the report. "It's a bit of everything, honestly. The marketing campaign was solid, but the gaming market is still dominated by consoles and arcade games. PC gaming is growing, but it's not mainstream yet."

Lin Yun nodded slowly. "That's fine, actually. I have considered this issue from the beginning."

Lin Xue nodded, her expression serious. "Understood. Now, let's move on to Aegis. This is where things get interesting."

Lin Yun's eyes lit up. Aegis was his pride and joy, a cybersecurity software that had set a new standard in the industry. "How's it performing?"

Lin Xue smiled, clearly pleased with the results. "Aegis has been a runaway success. Sales have skyrocketed, especially after the recent high-profile cyberattacks on several major corporations. Companies are scrambling to protect their systems, and Aegis is at the top of their list. We've sold over 50,000 licenses worldwide, and the demand shows no signs of slowing down."

Lin Yun leaned back in his chair, a satisfied smile on his face. "That's excellent news. Aegis was always meant to be more than just a product—it's a statement. A statement that we take cybersecurity seriously and that we're willing to invest in the best technology to protect our clients."

Lin Xue nodded. "It's definitely made an impact. We've received inquiries from several government agencies as well. They're interested in using Aegis to secure their systems."

Lin Yun's eyes lit up. "Government contracts? That's huge. If we can land even one of those, it'll open doors to a whole new market."

"Exactly," Lin Xue said. "I've already started the process of reaching out to them. It's going to take some time, but I'm confident we can make it happen."

Lin Yun nodded, his mind already racing with possibilities. Government contracts would not only bring in significant revenue but also establish Cloud Technology as a trusted name in cybersecurity. It was a win-win situation.

"What about the overall financials?" Lin Yun asked, gesturing to the stack of folders on his desk.

Lin Xue opened the top folder and pulled out a detailed report. "Overall, the company is in excellent shape. Our total revenue for the quarter is just over 10million dollars, with a net profit of 9 million. That's a 25% increase from last quarter. Our expenses have remained relatively stable, thanks to your emphasis on efficiency and cost control."

Lin Yun scanned the report, his eyes quickly picking out the key figures. He didn't expect that Cloud Technology had already become a multi-million worth company in just a short time.

The numbers were impressive, but he knew they couldn't afford to rest on their laurels. The tech industry was fiercely competitive, and staying ahead required constant innovation and adaptation.

"What's next?" Lin Xue asked, her tone curious. "You've got a lot of projects in the pipeline. Where do we go from here?"

Lin Yun set the report down and leaned forward, his expression thoughtful. "We've got a lot of irons in the fire, but the CNC machine is my top priority right now. It's going to be another cornerstone for our business, and it'll give us a significant edge in the heavy machine industry."

Lin Xue nodded. "I've seen the prototypes. They're impressive. But it's going to take a lot of resources to bring it to market."

"Yeah," Lin Yun nodded. "How is the factory?"

Lin Xue leaned back in her chair, a satisfied smile playing on her lips. "The factory is coming along nicely. I've secured a location not far from the port, which will make logistics much easier. It's an old, nearly-bankrupt food processing plant, but the structure is solid. I managed to negotiate a good deal for it, and we've already started renovations."

Lin Yun's eyes lit up. "That's excellent news. How soon can we start production?"

Lin Xue flipped through her notes, her expression focused. "If everything goes according to plan, we should be operational within a month. The renovations are moving quickly, and we've already ordered the necessary equipment. The location is perfect—close enough to the port for easy shipping, but far enough from the city to keep costs down."

Lin Yun nodded, impressed. "You've done a great job, Sister. I knew I could count on you."