Chapter 404 Investing in Musk

Pelvic tilt?

"Fuck" almost came out of Jenny's mouth.

Let alone players, no man had ever refused her invitation.

This guy, Tang Long, not only refused her invitation, but also said she had a pelvic tilt.

This foolish man.

Hmph.

This guy was probably trying to attract my attention by doing this, I've seen too many such petty tricks.

While Jenny was still thinking, Tang Long had already walked past her.

Fuck.

Jenny could no longer hold back.

This guy was not just foolish, he was a blockhead.

"You guy, I will definitely bring you to the Lakers to play this season."

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"I'm sorry, I'm not interested in these."

A big shot from an investment bank waved his hand impatiently, directly throwing the business card Musk handed over into the trash can.

This move was rather perplexing.

If you say he's polite, he knew to throw things into the trash can.

If you say he's impolite, he didn't give any face at all.

Musk, who had been repeatedly rejected, was a bit dejected. However, this guy was a little different from others. Instead of showing dejection, he seemed to be re-energized, cheering himself on.

"Musk, wait..."

Hearing someone call his name, Musk turned his head and saw Tang Long chasing after him.

He knew Tang Long's fame. Whether it was in Huajiguo or Longguo, it would not be an exaggeration to describe Tang Long as a household name.

"Tang, hello, is something wrong?"

"Are you free? Let's have a meal together."

Musk frowned.

The only thing distinguishing them was that Tang Long was a celebrity, but Tang Long's enthusiasm was a bit beyond the boundaries of what strangers should have, which made Musk very confused.

"Have we met before?" Otherwise, it couldn't be explained.

"We haven't met, but I've heard of you, and your satellite project."

His rocket launches predated Tesla's, but after several launch failures, coupled with the high cost, the launch plan was suspended, and he focused on Tesla.

However, it was unexpected that during the 2008 Huajiguo financial crisis, a large number of capitals collapsed, and his patrons and capital were also deeply affected.

Therefore, he had to go out to find capital and investment banks.

Musk came to Longguo for the Olympics this time, firstly because he knew a lot of capital had come to Longguo, and secondly, he wanted to explore the Longguo market. He had a vague feeling that this country with the largest population in the world not only had the most people but was also about to take off.

If he could enter such a market, Tesla would definitely have the capital to compete with those established traditional car companies.

"Is that true?"

Instead of being happy, Musk looked at Tang Long with suspicion.

As far as he knew, Tang Long was usually very busy, so how could he have time to pay attention to these things?

"Of course, it's true." Tang Long couldn't help but laugh. "Your planned electric cars and your exploration of space, I believe these can change people's lifestyles and drive society forward."

Musk was shocked!

This was a blueprint he had never revealed deep in his heart.

Even he himself hadn't thought that far, he only had such an idea deep down, but he never expected it to come from someone who only played basketball, and moreover, a Longguo person.

"I..."

Musk was excited.

He suddenly felt a sense of relief from being understood.

When he most needed someone to agree and support him, there would be someone willing to believe in these visions.

Musk hadn't taken Tang Long's business card seriously when he handed it to him before.

"We can talk while eating. To be honest, I have many questions, such as space exploration, how you plan to achieve these ideas."

"Yes, dinner!"

The two left enthusiastically, arm in arm, like old friends who hadn't seen each other for a long time.

Leaving the Lakers' female owner in a state of bewilderment.

The outside world said that although Tang Long was surrounded by beautiful women, he never had any gossip. Some people had already begun to guess if Tang Long was gay. Now, looking at Tang Long and Musk, Jenny increasingly felt that this news was true.

"No way."

Even if he was gay, she would still try to make him straight.

Tang Long's indifferent actions completely angered Jenny. She absolutely would not allow a man to ignore her, let alone one who had taken the initiative to show interest.

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"I have already formulated a detailed plan, and I am also adjusting the operational strategy. I believe that as long as we stick to the correct plan and receive funding support and recognition, Tesla will surely become a great company."

During their shared dinner, Musk increasingly felt that Tang Long was a friend worth talking to.

His foresight and understanding of technology were far superior to those investment banks and capitals in Huajiguo.

It was just a shame.

Tang Long was, after all, just an athlete.

"I believe you can achieve everything you've said, and it's indeed exciting. But I have to admit, you must acknowledge that there are many risks and uncertainties in this plan. How do you deal with these challenges?" Tang Long looked at him seriously. "And as far as I know, Tesla's money is all spent."

"This... I..."

Musk's shining eyes suddenly dimmed.

This was the predicament Tesla was currently facing. A $60,000 Huajibi electric car was considered a scam by peers and consumers. Even many employees of the company were unwilling to recommend it to their friends, thinking that their friends would feel guilty buying this car.

In addition, Musk himself had a lot of troubles.

This was also the reason why investors hesitated.

He stammered, unable to speak.

Just as Tang Long said, after the company had progressed to this point, he was no longer sure if his original ideas were correct.

Seeing Musk's dejected expression, Tang Long hesitated for a moment and pretended to be troubled. "Great human endeavors should never be halted by money. Musk, how much money do you need?"

"I..." Musk's face lit up with joy, but he then sighed helplessly. "At least fifty million Huajibi."

"Oh my god, so much?!" Tang Long exclaimed.

But he immediately added, "But I believe in you, I will help you solve this fifty million."

"Really?"

Musk looked at Tang Long in disbelief.

He had approached capitals and friends everywhere in Huajiguo, but not only did he fail to raise money, but he was also met with rejection and ridicule at every turn.

Unexpectedly, in a foreign land, there was a Longguo person willing to finance him.

"But I can't come up with so much money all at once." Tang Long hesitated for a moment and said, "How about this, I'll have my agent transfer 20 million to you first. During this time, I'll take on more business. I'll take on more commercials and endorsements, and we'll work together for Kobe."

"Tang!"

Musk was moved.

Tears welled up in his eyes. What a great star!

They had only met once, and he was not only willing to invest all his assets in him.

He was also willing to take on more commercials and endorsements to support Tesla. What noble character this was.