Manager Shang had his usual smile on his face, but his tone was solemn.

“Some time ago, the Spacetime Company suddenly closed down, and the more than 50,000 worlds they left behind became a huge cake that everyone wanted to take a bite of.

"I really can't accept this! The Spacetime Company was brought down by our own people, why should we share the benefits with other companies?

"Manager Gu, as the person involved in overthrowing the Space-Time Company, do you think this makes sense?"

When Milu and Kachi heard the last sentence, they couldn't help but gasp and almost dropped the documents in their hands.

what? !

The collapse of Time and Space Company is related to Gu Xingyan? !

"I can understand the group's mentality." Manager Shang hadn't finished his preparations when Gu Xingyan gave a very smooth answer.

Manager Shang shook his head: "There are still too few store managers...

“The traditional physical store model places too much demand on the manpower of store managers. This not only requires ability, but also places high restrictions on the store manager’s physical and spiritual qualities.

"This model can no longer keep pace with the group's expansion and market changes."

Manager Shang looked at Gu Xingyan, his eyes full of anticipation.

“So, we see a new direction from your Huaguoshan applet - that is to open up an online mall business!

“With a unified online platform, we can cover more of the world and serve a wider market, while reducing the reliance on the time and energy of a single store manager.

“We can also save two-thirds of the upfront costs and don’t even have to build a store.

"It just so happens that there isn't much money to be made in real estate right now... ahem."

Manager Shang paused and stopped talking, but got to the point:

"We would like you to take the lead in this 'online mall' project.

"This may very well be an important step in the group's future strategic transformation!"

Then he began to put forward preliminary conditions.

“The group will grant you the authority to be the general manager of the project, provide an initial start-up fund, and give you the necessary cross-departmental coordination authority.

"Moreover, our business department promises that once the project is on track, a new business unit will be created in the future. By then, we will fully support you and make you the manager of the company's tenth business unit!"

Gu Xingyan was shocked by the grand plan and the tempting prospects.

The ninth manager was selected not long ago, but he was to take over from someone else.

And now, it is equivalent to her creating an exclusive department for herself in advance!

but……

She was not dazzled by the "big pie" that Manager Shang described.

After a brief surprise, she quickly calmed down and pointed out the key difficulties.

"Manager Shang, this plan sounds like it has great potential, but it may be difficult to implement in practice.

“First of all, cross-dimensional logistics, how to ensure efficiency and cost?

"The second is the price and payment system. The currencies and rules of different planes vary greatly. Some worlds don't even have currency and can only be exchanged. How can we unify them?

“There are also technical barriers and cultural differences. I know all too well how difficult it is to adapt a platform to all civilizations.

"Finally, from what you said, this project is a cross-departmental collaboration, so how much authority do I have? How will the profits be divided?"

Manager Inya, who had been listening quietly, had a glimmer of approval in her icy blue eyes.

She licked her paw gracefully, her tone still cold, but with unquestionable strength.

"Manager Shang, the question raised by Gu Xingyan is very crucial.

“Since this is a project initiated by Lord Guangdi himself, and he is optimistic about the people in our HX Division, then the conditions need to be more sincere.

"The authority must be more clearly defined. The project will be led by Gu Xingyan, the Ministry of Commerce will provide support but not interference, and the Technical Department and other relevant departments will fully cooperate and not shirk their responsibilities."

Manager Shang nodded: "Of course."

Inia added: "A new project is just starting out and needs money everywhere. How much initial start-up capital do you mean?"

Manager Shang held up a finger: "One billion."

"Ha..." Inya looked at the ceiling speechlessly.

"More than 100,000 planes, an average of 1,000 yuan per plane. Haha, what a big deal.

“You know, in the world that Gu Xingyan just ended, a store is worth tens of millions.”

Manager Shang: "You can't calculate it that way. Those worlds can't compare to the Divine Industrial Park...

"Besides, the biggest advantage of online shopping malls is cost savings. These are calculated by the Ministry of Commerce and the Finance Department after several months of calculation."

Aenea thought for a moment, reluctantly agreed with this statement, and then asked a sharp question:

"Then how much of this 1 billion will end up in Gu Xingyan's hands?"

Manager Shang kept smiling, as if time had stopped for a few seconds, and then answered as if nothing had happened:

"The technical department has already completed the prototype of the mall. The core server is being built by Lord Mobius himself. And the administrative department..."

Inya interrupted forcefully: "If you don't have it, just say it."

"one million."

Manager Shang gave up and wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, looking at Inya and Gu Xingyan with a guilty look.

Milu and Kachi, who were forgotten in the office, were frightened by Inya's voice and shrank back to the corner.

They should have gone out, but...

The leader didn't ask them to leave, they just wanted to hear more inside information!

Inia raised her cat paw to support her forehead and gave Gu Xingyan a look that said "I knew it".

Manager Shang also sighed, "Manager Inya, this time someone is really behind this.

“I want to complete those 100,000+ orders more than anyone else. With me here, no one will take a penny!

“However, this project is still experimental after all, and the budget the group can provide is indeed limited.

“Opportunities and risks coexist, and even the directors, who are the creators of the world, cannot be sure that this will succeed.

"The leaders expect it to be great if it can handle a few hundred orders..."

Inia didn't want to make things difficult for others, so after listening to Manager Shang's explanation, she nodded in understanding.

Gu Xingyan said slowly: "Now that the system has been completed, the next cost is nothing more than the source of goods, labor, warehouse and logistics.

“I will cover the first three, and the last one won’t be a big problem as long as I can get the freight down.

“But if I bear the costs, then I should get all the profits except for logistics.

"If colleagues from other departments get involved, the labor costs will be..."

Manager Shang said, "Don't worry, our departments all have fixed salaries plus commissions, and the group pays for it."

Gu Xingyan smiled and said, "Since the profits are all with me, and I am the only one who knows who has contributed the most, why don't I pay the commission?"

"What?" Manager Shang was confused for a moment.

Is there such a good thing? Someone is willing to pay for it?

Not also!

Gu Xingyan said confidently: "Can the group give me the labor budget and let me manage it.

"After all, the money is in my hands, so my colleagues will take this project seriously, instead of thinking 'just work as usual' or 'giving priority to other easy projects'."

Seeing that Manager Shang was dumbfounded, Gu Xingyan smiled and assured, "Don't worry, I won't take the money. The salary level in my own building is definitely 99% higher than the level if you check the company system."

As she said this, she smiled meaningfully at Milu and the tentacle monster colleague next to him.

Kachi, who thought he would not be noticed, covered his non-existent heart and whispered to Milu: "What should I do? My heart is beating."

Milu said: "You are just attracted by money."

Kachi: "What else? In my eyes, humans are just like stones. Being hard is not good at all."

Milu: "That's because you're too soft."

The conversation between the two could not be hidden from other people in the office.

If the salesmen who come in to deliver the information can be excited, then wouldn’t the employees assigned to this project from other departments be even more motivated?

Manager Shang realized: "Okay, you want a lot of money and someone who is responsible for your project!"

Aenea curled her lips silently, thinking that there was more to it...

This kid has really grown up after going to the industrial park...

I have learned how to win over people from other departments. Could it be that I learned it from that social icon Vicky?

But of course she wouldn't tell Manager Shang about this, instead she asked, "Just tell me if it's okay."

Manager Shang touched his head and said, "I'll give it a try. I have to report to the board of directors."

Inia then asked the next question: "When you mentioned the promise of promotion, when do you mean 'on the right track'? There must be clear indicators.

“For example, if a project reaches a certain turnover or acquires a certain number of new users after it goes online, the promotion process will be initiated immediately, and the appointment documents must be signed by the director personally.”

Manager Shang smiled and shook his head: "It's too small.

"To be honest, Manager Gu, with your ability, as long as the project is done and really gets on the right track, you don't need our Commerce Department to recommend you.

"That position is naturally yours."

Unfortunately, Aenea was the first to object.

"Don't be naive. Without a promise in black and white, I won't believe you!"

Gu Xingyan almost nodded and tried to cover up by picking up the teacup beside her and taking two sips.

Iniya was very practical and said, "Just do as I said just now, clarify the tasks, and the initial reward will be to upgrade Gu Xingyan's rank..."

Manager Shang glared: "You want to add more levels?"

Inia glared back: "What else? Just tell me whether the difficulty and importance of this project is comparable to the industrial park mission."

Manager Shang said hesitantly, "That makes sense... Then I'll go back and refine this and submit it to the board of directors for approval."

Inia said "hmm" in satisfaction and raised her chin towards Gu Xingyan.

When the discussion came to an end, Manager Shang remembered that there were two other people in the room and said, "Come on, put the things on the table."

Milu and Kachi quickly got to work. After handing in the information, they didn't want to leave and took the initiative to help serve tea and water.

Manager Shang ignored them, drank some water to moisten his throat, and said:

“As for the budget, I will seek further support from higher authorities. As for authority, I guarantee that the Ministry of Commerce will fully support it and will never interfere!

"Cross-department coordination and technical support are not a problem. I will personally communicate and ensure that the resources are in place!"

He looked at Gu Xingyan, his eyes full of expectation and even a hint of pleading.

"Manager Gu, I just hope you can bring out the same energy and creativity you had when you founded the Huaguoshan applet and do a good job on the project! I won't take a penny less from what you deserve!"

Seeing that the time was almost right, Gu Xingyan smiled and took over the conversation.

"Manager Shang, thank you very much for your trust. I can't hide it anymore.

“I do have some preliminary ideas about this online store.”

Manager Shang was surprised: "So fast?!"

Gu Xingyan said modestly: "No, no, this idea is not original to me, but I borrowed it from a mature model I know."

Gu Xingyan paused, looked at Manager Shang sharply, with a hint of bold speculation.

“I think the reason why the Ministry of Commerce considered me to take over this project was not only because of the experience of the Huaguoshan Mini Program…

"; Perhaps it has something to do with the over 34 orders piled up worldwide?

“These commissions have been piled up for nearly three years... No, many of them should be almost or have been over a hundred years old, right?

“The reason is that these customers cannot afford the high cost of customization in physical stores and would rather wait a longer time and ask for more discounts.

“Ordinary store managers naturally don’t have the power to choose planes, but the group can screen and prioritize them, so the group also looks down on these orders.

"Rather than saying these 100,000 orders are an opportunity, it is better to say they are a 'historical legacy issue' that needs to be solved urgently."

A bad review from a client cannot compare to a bad review from a customer.

If the matter gets out of hand, we will have to go to the Alliance Court.

The smile on Manager Shang's face slowly disappeared, and his silence proved that Gu Xingyan's analysis was completely correct.

This project is not as glamorous and promising as imagined.

Gu Xingyan glanced at the people present, and there was no trace of frustration in her tone.

“That just inspired me—

“Since this platform is aimed at customers with relatively ordinary conditions, the core concept I envisioned for it is first of all: low price.

"To put it simply, I hope to create a 'Puzzle the Worlds' mall."

"Pin Pin Pin of All Worlds?"

Manager Shang, Milu and Kachi repeated the name almost in unison.

Even Manager Inia had a strange look on her face.

This name...

Why doesn’t it sound “high-end” at all?

Even a little... earthy?

This is completely contrary to the elite, high-end image that the group has always pursued!

Gu Xingyan seemed not to notice their subtle expressions and continued to explain.

"Yes, Wanjie Pinpinpin - let's just give it this name for now, and change it if it doesn't suit.

“We can launch some highly interactive features, such as ‘friends help you cut’.

"In order to get lower prices, users will spontaneously invite friends to help, which will greatly accelerate our user acquisition and platform expansion."

"For example, we set up a 'limited-time meteor shower' event, which is the familiar flash sale promotion, to create a contrast between scarcity and ultra-low prices, thus igniting user enthusiasm.

"In order to quickly gain popularity in the early stage, the group can invest a portion of its funds in '10 billion subsidies', using real money to attract the first batch of users and build word of mouth.

"As for the goods for sale, they mainly cover the most common necessities of life, low-level magic materials, and basic technology parts, meeting the daily needs of most ordinary plane residents."

Gu Xingyan's speech was not fast, but every word was clearly heard by everyone.

The "Wanjie Pinpinpin" mall she described is full of the flavor of "downstream market".

It is completely different from the online platform they originally envisioned, which serves the purpose of trading scarce resources.

Manager Shang kept his mouth open for a long time, with an expression of disbelief on his face.

There was a brief silence in the conference room.

After a long time, Manager Shang seemed to have found his voice again. He took a deep breath and looked at Gu Xingyan with complicated eyes.

Then, the shock on his face slowly faded away, and his eyes suddenly burst into an astonishing light!

"Wanjie Pinpinpin..." He muttered to himself, chewing on the name over and over again.

"Great! This name is so wonderful!" Manager Shang slapped his thigh and stood up excitedly.

"Three points in one sentence! It's simply a stroke of genius!"

He excitedly explained: “You see, ‘拼’ means that buyers can bring their relatives and friends together to place orders and enjoy discounts;

“It can also refer to tens of thousands of online group purchases around the world;”

"On a deeper level, it also encourages those small worlds that are currently lagging behind to not be discouraged, but to work hard to strive for a better future!"

This name may sound a bit vulgar at first, but upon closer inspection, it is full of infinite imagination and positive meaning!