Rebirth in the Perfect Era.

Summary

The passage explores the intricate dynamics between Ma Lao Ban (Alibaba's founder), Li Mu (Taobao's creator), and Sun Zheng Yi (SoftBank's founder). Initially impressed by Li Mu's intellectual depth, Zhao Xian Liang recognizes his strategic brilliance. The narrative then shifts to Sun Zheng Yi's visit to Hangzhou, revealing his growing disappointment with Alibaba's prospects against Taobao. Despite recognizing the slim chances of success, Sun strategically maintains a supportive facade to keep Ma motivated, while privately planning to redirect investments if the C2C platform fails to breakthrough Li Mu's competitive landscape.

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