CHAPTER 301: CHAPTER 301: WITNESSED NATIONWIDE, THE BIRTH OF A 100-BILLION GROUP!

Who knew, this former friend actually publicly humiliated Mr. He and kicked him out of the Company.

When Li Hongting mentioned this, He Chen couldn’t help but feel a mix of sadness and anger; being insulted by a former friend was something he had never anticipated.

It was Lin Fan’s first time hearing of this, realizing He Chen had such an experience. No wonder He Chen lacked confidence, what could be worse than betrayal and desertion by friends and family?

So, as a person, you still need to be strong. Only when you’re strong, will others look up to you.

Li Hongting curiously asked: "Chairman, did you bring Mr. He back related to the new business venture you mentioned?"

"Oh my!"

"Chairman, is the new business venture you mentioned related to rockets?"

Li Hongting speculated in surprise.

Upon hearing this, everyone was astonished.

Lin Fan smiled and said, "Indeed, Elder Li is sharp; his guess is correct. I plan to establish a Space Business Division to develop rockets and engage in space exploration in the future. Mr. He is here to help us, and I’ll entrust the Space Business Division to him."

These words caused an uproar among the board members, each astonished beyond measure.

Establishing a Space Business Division!

No wonder Lin Fan said this new business venture would surpass even military-industrial projects. Indeed, exploring the universe, this vision is extraordinarily grand.

However, such a grand undertaking inevitably comes with high risks and high investments; it’s rather adventurous.

After their shock, the board members began to worry.

"Chairman, are you really planning to establish a Space Business Division? Rocket development requires immense investment, and the failure rate is high, almost akin to self-destruction!"

"Our Celestial Aviation might not be able to bear it!"

"He Chen’s own Company went bankrupt; he ended up like this, we must avoid repeating the same mistakes!"

"Chairman, think twice!"

Everyone discussed incessantly.

"Elder Li, please advise the Chairman!" A board member turned to Li Hongting, who lowered his head, seemingly lost in thought.

After a moment’s silence, Li Hongting said, "Everyone, please calm down. Establishing a Space Business Division is indeed a risky move, but I support the Chairman."

What?

Li Hongting actually agrees with Lin Fan?

Li Hongting is the second largest shareholder, renowned for his conservative stance. Rationally, he should be the first to oppose Lin Fan’s aggressive approach.

Yet, Li Hongting agrees with Lin Fan!

Li Hongting explained: "Despite his young age, ever since the Chairman joined the Company, he has repeatedly accomplished miracles. First, Celestial Aviation’s market value soared, then he purchased ten Boeing planes. Isn’t this enough to prove the Chairman is right? Since the Chairman decided to establish the Space Business Division, he must have his considerations, and we only need to follow his lead."

It turns out, Li Hongting has long been an admiring fan of Lin Fan, especially after witnessing Lin Fan purchasing ten Boeing planes today, he practically became an ardent admirer.

In his mind, Lin Fan has already attained godlike status, so he agrees with whatever decision Lin Fan makes.

Li Hongting continued: "Speaking of private rockets, there are successful examples in the world, the United States’ Maslow, their rockets have been successfully launched. I believe under the Chairman’s leadership, our Space Business Division will catch up and even surpass Maslow!"

Li Hongting, being the second largest shareholder and having a long history with the Company, was originally a co-founder of Celestial Aviation alongside its founder, and he held great prestige within the Company.

After Li Hongting spoke, the board members who initially opposed quieted down.

In fact, under Lin Fan’s control of Celestial Aviation, even if the board members opposed, Lin Fan held the decision-making power.

Establishing the Space Business Division is a system task, and Lin Fan would not back down merely because of opposition.

Now with Li Hongting, a loyal supporter, speaking up, it’s naturally for the best.

Lin Fan gave a slight smile and said, "Thank you for your support, Elder Li. Elder Li mentioned Maslow earlier, and indeed my decision to establish the Space Business Division is somewhat related to him. Two days ago, I had dinner with Robinson, the president of Tesla China District, and this fellow praised his boss Maslow while mocking us as falling behind. Tell me, can we stand that, can we willingly be looked down upon, can we not strive and work hard?"

Lin Fan’s words were resolute and forceful.

His speech ignited the passion within everyone.

"Foreigners look down upon us? Damn them!"

"I support the Chairman!"

"Following the Chairman means benefits are guaranteed; Elder Li even expressed confidence in the Chairman, and we’ve no reason to object, let’s just follow his lead!"

Everyone chimed in.

Seeing this, Lin Fan was secretly pleased and said, "I understand everyone’s concerns well, but I can assure you that the Space Business Division won’t pose a threat to our existing business. Moreover, in the initial phase, we won’t disclose this plan publicly. It will remain a confidential plan for now, and only be made public at an appropriate time."

Li Hongting chuckled and said, "The Chairman is wise! Therefore, even if the plan fails, it won’t negatively impact Celestial Aviation. And if we succeed, it will be nothing short of groundbreaking, shocking the world!"

Everyone nodded in agreement, thinking this was the most reasonable course.

Lin Fan looked at He Chen and said, "Mr. He, the Space Business Division will be led by you. I officially appoint you as the Chief Engineer of the Space Business Division. If there’s anything you want to say, feel free to communicate with everyone, as we’re colleagues now, don’t be formal."

Lin Fan encouraged He Chen to speak.

He Chen mustered the courage to speak; he was initially a bit nervous, but as rockets were his familiar domain, once he started speaking, he became eloquent and fluent. Gradually, the vanished confidence began to reappear on his face...

On that day.

Celestial Aviation’s quarterly performance report was released, profits showed growth, pleasing the market, and the stock price rose in response.

Meanwhile, the news about ten Boeing 747s landing simultaneously flooded the internet, with videos of the ten Boeing 747s descending from the sky becoming a hot topic online.

Netizens speculated passionately, wondering what this was all about?

No one believed these planes were purchased because the magnitude of the purchase was too astonishing.

Who could possibly have made such a large purchase of ten Boeing 747s?

Just as people were fervently discussing, Celestial Aviation issued a press release, openly claiming these ten Boeing 747s, stating that purchasing them was a strategic move for business expansion.

The news shocked the nation.

"Oh my!"

"Incredible!"

"Embarrassing, I said these planes weren’t purchased. Turns out, Celestial Aviation bought them!"

"Is it the same Celestial Aviation whose market value skyrocketed?"

"Amazing, this move is absolutely astonishing, but it’s 20 billion!"

"Celestial Aviation seems ready to soar into the sky!"

Exclamations surged like tidal waves, overwhelming the internet.

Subsequently, Celestial Aviation’s stock price skyrocketed in response, continually surging, breaking through one trillion!

On this day, the entire nation witnessed the birth of a trillion-dollar conglomerate in Yun City.