novelraw Chapter 824 - 805: Brother Feng and Yan Ji Start a Business! (Part 2)
Chapter 824 - 805: Brother Feng and Yan Ji Start a Business! (Part 2)
Chapter 824: Chapter 805: Brother Feng and Yan Ji Start a Business! (Part 2)
Pu Sangzhi and Ye Qingcao leisurely strolled around West Lake, enjoying the food, taking beautiful photos, and even shared them on social media.
In the afternoon, the two girls chatted a lot.
The topics, naturally, revolved around the two men, Huo Feng and Yan Siyuan.
They discussed how after entering university, Huo Feng and Yan Siyuan both matured significantly.
Huo Feng’s maturity was visibly apparent, while Yan Siyuan gave Ye Qingcao a more mature vibe.
All in all, both girls really liked their respective boyfriends.
The feelings that began brewing from a tender age finally found development at the right time...
The most beautiful thing was sharing middle school, growing up together in high school, and maturing together in college.
...
Meanwhile, Huo Feng, along with Yan Siyuan, arrived at Yan Siyuan’s dormitory.
The dorms at Zhejiang University are quite different from those at Tsinghua.
And the biggest difference, noticeable to the naked eye, is that Zhejiang University has private bathrooms, while Tsinghua has communal ones!
This made Huo Feng quite envious.
Envious to the point that the moment he reached Yan Siyuan’s dorm, he happily indulged in the facilities...
Leaving Yan Siyuan’s dorm with a distinct odor!
Not only that, but Huo Feng also helped himself to Yan Siyuan’s cologne, and upon finding out, Yan Siyuan could only sigh helplessly...
Getting back on track, the two eventually started discussing serious business.
After experiencing Huo Feng’s skills yesterday, Yan Siyuan knew this guy was indeed better than anyone else around him.
Reliable in both character and technical aspects.
Therefore, Yan Siyuan shared two plans he had been preparing for a long time with Huo Feng.
Although they were at different campuses, they both currently studied C++ and JAVA. These programming languages they had learned since the summer had already reached a substantial level.
Small programs were no problem, and they could also write larger ones. Of course, big programs were more complex and time-consuming, but with effort and time, they wouldn’t be an issue.
Yan Siyuan laid out a proposal, including two plans, and the only collaborator was Huo Feng.
However, presenting the proposal made everything seem incredibly formal!
Yan Siyuan opened his computer, handed the proposal to Huo Feng, and even opened a PowerPoint, explaining his plan very seriously and formally to Huo Feng!
When it came to business, Yan Siyuan showcased an unusual level of seriousness!
This really surprised Huo Feng!
"I currently have two plans."
Yan Siyuan introduced using the PowerPoint, "One plan is for us to develop software ourselves, operate and maintain it ourselves later, advertise, and attract users. This way, although there’s no developmental cost, we might be able to maximize the software’s potential, earning from user consumption and advertising fees. For this plan, we need to establish a studio, register it, essentially forming a small enterprise. We can list multiple technical personnel, but we’d need an engineering certificate. The certificate isn’t a problem; I know a few, already graduated seniors, and we can use their certificates as long as we pay them. But currently, the real employees are just you and me. Also, revenue isn’t guaranteed, in other words, it’s pure entrepreneurship. Think it over."
"Oh~"
Huo Feng understood.
The idea was that the two of them would develop the software, invest in its promotion, and manage and maintain it. Of course, profits would be split equally...
But an initial investment was necessary.
Investment of time, energy, money, and there’s no certain return.
Moreover, even if there is a return, ongoing management and maintenance will be needed.
No software can focus solely on development, neglecting later maintenance. Any software aimed at a broad user base can’t remain with only a few initial functions.
In summary, it’s equivalent to investing money and energy into entrepreneurship.
Starting such a venture in freshman year...
Not only is the risk considerable, but there’s also a strong possibility of not having the energy to manage it, leading to eventual neglect.
Therefore, this plan had a 50% likelihood of being accepted by Huo Feng.
Definitely not the optimal plan...
Huo Feng then asked, "What’s the second plan?"
Yan Siyuan then scrolled the mouse, and the PowerPoint continued, "The second plan is to work for others. Recently, I connected with some large businesses around Hangzhou."
"Oh?"
Huo Feng was surprised, "We’re working for big companies? That’s impressive, even without credentials, you managed to land a part-time gig with big firms! Your network’s impressive!"
"You’re overthinking, I haven’t finished."
Yan Siyuan rolled his eyes silently, "I contacted some large corporations around Hangzhou, but no company will hire undergraduates, not even for internships, let alone part-time work."
Huo Feng: "Then why mention it..."
Yan Siyuan rolled his eyes again, "So, my target is small to medium enterprises, specifically small ones, say businesses without a programming awareness. We can market our software, creating single-use, targeted programs, mainly focusing on standalone applications without further maintenance. For instance, a small to medium-sized restaurant, we could sell an OA program specifically tailored for their establishment. What do you think?"
"That sounds doable."
Huo Feng nodded, clearly finding this second option more feasible, "Wait, doesn’t that require personal marketing?"
"Yes."
Yan Siyuan raised an eyebrow, nodding, "You find leads yourself, market yourself. Many places might not need it, but it’s all about personal charm in the sales pitch. You’re on your own here."
"Why, do you finally believe in dad’s charm?" Huo Feng raised his chin playfully.
Yan Siyuan naturally denied, "I believe in your shamelessness."
Huo Feng: "..."
Yan Siyuan then raised his hand, "So, have you made a decision on the two plans?"
Huo Feng replied, "Definitely the second one. The first plan, we’re still students, and we don’t have much time, so it’s unrealistic."
"Alright."
Yan Siyuan nodded and then gestured forward, "Flip the proposal further; I’ve identified some shops. There’s no time like the present, let’s go shortly."
"Sure."
Huo Feng had no objections either.
Actions must follow words; the longer the delay, the less likely it is to happen.
Acting decisively is the first step to success.
So, within Yan Siyuan’s meticulously detailed plan and arrangement, once Huo Feng arrived, they quickly made decisions and began planning implementation steps.
That afternoon, the two visited numerous shops armed with their notebooks, fully prepared...
Of course, they faced many rejections too.
Sales...
Rejections are inevitable.
...
In comparison, on the other side, Pu Sangzhi and Ye Qingcao were more free-spirited and relaxed.
The two spent the whole afternoon at West Lake, took many pictures, and posted them on social media, having great fun.
By evening, already exhausted from all the fun, they returned to the youth hostel, collapsing softly onto the beds with a big sigh.
"So tired..."
Ye Qingcao marveled, "Having fun is tiring too, it really takes energy."
"Mm..."
Pu Sangzhi agreed.
West Lake is indeed vast, an afternoon of brisk walking couldn’t cover it all, instead leaving them drained.
However, it had been a long time since they’d had an outing like this. Despite the exhaustion, they were in great spirits!
"Why haven’t they sent any messages~"
Ye Qingcao already started missing Yan Siyuan, and began checking her phone for messages, hoping Yan Siyuan had texted her.
The truth was, he hadn’t...
"Ugh, he didn’t even send me a single message~" Ye Qingcao lamented, putting down her phone with a sigh.
"Rest assured, Huo Feng hasn’t messaged me either."
Next to her, Pu Sangzhi also checked her phone, finding the screen empty.
However, although she said this, she was still thinking about Huo Feng in her heart.
At times like this, she couldn’t help but wonder what Huo Feng was up to, wanting to hear his voice, and learn about his situation.
"I wonder if they’ll actually make it..."
Ye Qingcao sighed, "Honestly, I didn’t ask him to make money. He suddenly decided to and now he feels pressured."
"I didn’t pressure Huo Feng to make money either, but he always feels I need a house and is anxious to save up to buy one for me." Pu Sangzhi sighed softly as well.
Such wonderful boyfriends...
The sweet worries they had landed on them.
Pu Sangzhi and Ye Qingcao turned their heads, exchanged smiles and felt good inside.
"By the way..."
Ye Qingcao suddenly remembered something, "How’s my brother lately?"
"Brother Ye Xi?"
Pu Sangzhi thought for a moment, "Brother Ye Xi is doing well."
She decided not to mention Minal to Xiaocao.
"I haven’t seen my brother in a while~"
Ye Qingcao stretched, "I’ll bring my boyfriend with me when I visit him!"
Pu Sangzhi nodded, "Okay."