Chapter 159: Gambling with the Charter King
You know, the profession of architectural designer is, in some ways, similar to that of film director.
The most important thing to make a good enough film is to have enough budget, in other words, the sponsor is willing to invest.
The same is true for architectural designers, except that the amount of money required is much greater.
If the investment is not enough, no matter how talented you are, it will be useless.
That's why . Pei is so grateful to Lin Zehao.
"Mr. Bei, you really make me suffer."
Lin Zehao quickly helped . Pei up. Faced with such a great gift, he did not dare to accept it calmly.
After chatting for a while, . Pei left with the plan, full of confidence.
While chatting with Lin Zehao just now, several ideas have popped up in his mind, and he needs to record them as soon as possible.
After this matter was settled, Lin Zehao's career took a firm step forward!
Now, he only needs to wait for a decisive phone call and he will be able to obtain the property and land for building a comprehensive shopping mall.
By chance, the phone rang.
"Zehao, according to the price we agreed on before, you will transfer all the Wharf shares you have to me. After I successfully acquire the property and land in Tsim Sha Tsui, they will all be yours."
Bao Yugang on the other end of the phone was smoking a pipe and speaking in a cheerful tone.
"Mr. Bao, why are you so decisive this time? Don't you want to think about it again?" Lin Zehao raised his eyebrows and deliberately teased.
Bao Yugang, who is firmly in the first place among the world's seven largest shipping tycoons, is nicknamed "Shipping King".
Because Lin Zehao took advantage of his foresight and acquired a lot of Jardine Matheson Wharf shares over the years.
Up to now, he has become the largest individual shareholder of Hutchison Whampoa.
Therefore, if Bao Yugang wanted to acquire Hutchison Whampoa from Jardine Matheson, he would definitely not be able to get around Lin Zehao.
Because of this matter, the two have met and talked many times, but because Lin Zehao has always insisted on this condition and refused to give in, they have never reached an agreement.
Now it seems that Bao Yugang finally couldn't bear it anymore.
"I'm already this old, who knows how many years I can live, there's no point in dragging it out any longer."
"Besides, I trust you. I am willing to let you make money. It is much better than letting those guys with no bottom line make money."
Bao Yugang never likes to beat around the bush, and what's more, Lin Zehao, his junior, is very much to his liking, so he might as well get straight to the point.
"Bao Sheng, I'm afraid it's more than that. Do you want to be the first Chinese to own one of the four major British companies?"
"Friendly reminder, your plan to compete for first place this time is probably going to fail."
Lin Zehao lit a cigar, leaned back in his boss chair, and spoke very comfortably.
When they reach their position, many things cannot be kept secret, especially such a large acquisition. How could there be no news leaked out at all?
Those who should know about this kind of thing have already known it. Even if those who are not of high status try their best to find out, they will still be confused.
"You are still like this, even through the phone line, you know what I am thinking."
"But don't be complacent. I know you are buying Hutchison Whampoa's shares. With your steady personality, you took the initiative to bring this up. I'm afraid it's almost settled, right?"
"Let's make a gentleman's agreement. Whoever wins first place will give the other party 10% of the shares. How about that?"
Like Lin Zehao, Bao Yugang is a staunch nationalist and does not have a good impression of these foreigners. They can be considered as like-minded people.
Therefore, the two of them can chat about these things so peacefully, and will not trip each other up behind their backs just for the sake of this false reputation.
Especially for Bao Yugang, it would definitely be better if he could win first place, but if Lin Zehao won in the end, he would accept it with pleasure and feel sincerely happy.
After all, he is old, and the future still belongs to outstanding juniors like Lin Zehao. From a certain perspective, this is also a kind of inheritance.
"You're not going to give me your shares in Hutchison Whampoa, are you? That would be a big loss for you." Lin Zehao asked in surprise.
Although both Jardine Matheson and Hutchison are among the four largest British banks, if we really compare them, Jardine Matheson's scale and assets are definitely much larger than Hutchison's.
Otherwise, Lin Zehao would not have chosen Hutchison as his target.
Because, compared with these old-established wealthy people, his assets are still somewhat insufficient.
"This is not a business, there is no such thing as loss or profit."
"If I lose, I will give you 10% of Wharf Holdings. If you lose, you will give me 10% of Hutchison Whampoa."
"Well, do you dare to bet?"
Bao Yugang is certainly aware of the value gap between the two companies, but he doesn't care.
Although Lin Zehao's movements were faster, he didn't think he would be the loser in the end.
To be precise, even if he loses, he can afford to lose.
Because the essence of this gamble is that Bao Yugang is actually investing in Lin Zehao.
The smartest investment is always investing in one’s future!
No matter what industry it is, value is ultimately limited. Only human potential is unlimited, and the profits created are naturally endless.
Bao Yugang is 62 years old this year. Even if he is still in good health, he needs to consider what will happen after he dies.
For a wealthy family of his size, how the next generation can continue its glory is always an unavoidable topic.
Who can guarantee that there won’t be a few incompetent prodigals among their descendants?
What's more, Bao Yugang has no son, so the Bao family's business is destined to be handed over to his son-in-law to manage in the future.
Although he had stated in his will that his four daughters had absolute control over the inheritance.
However, money is tempting, especially such huge wealth, so he must make more preparations.
So, Bao Yu was about to propose this bet.
It would be best if he wins, but if he loses, given Lin Zehao's personality, he will definitely remember his favor.
In this case, if the Bao family encounters difficulties in the future, is it possible that Lin Zehao, who is such a righteous person, would stand idly by?
You know, Lin Zehao is only twenty years old this year, and even after twenty years, he will only be forty years old!
Forty years old is the prime and most energetic stage of a man's life!
It took Bao Yugang almost his entire life to get to where he is today, but it only took Lin Zehao two short years to be qualified to have an equal dialogue with him.
Lin Zehao, who is only 20 years old, has achieved such success. Who knows what he will become in another 20 years?
Bao Yugang’s move is a gamble on Lin Zehao’s brighter future!
Once the bet is won, three generations of the Bao family will have nothing to worry about!
"Since Bao Sheng, who has a big business, is so bold, I have nothing to be afraid of with my small business."
"I accept this bet." Lin Zehao said firmly without any hesitation.
With his experience, he could naturally see Bao Yugang's deeper intentions, but he really couldn't refuse such a blatant friendship card.
What's more, if he could really get 10% of Hutchison Whampoa's shares, it would be of great help to Lin Zehao.
He could even establish his own shipping company by leveraging Wharf Holdings' foundation in the shipping industry.
Due to the attributes of Hong Kong Island as a port city, its shipping status is always among the best and it is one of the economic lifelines.
(End of this chapter)
