Chapter 340 I really didn’t lie!
After all, although Zheng Yutong had a lot of shares before, the cake was only so big and the money he could earn was limited.
Now, although the shares have become smaller, Lin Zehao's joining can make this piece of cake bigger, and the money earned will naturally become more.
It’s just that, in name, he became the second.
For Zheng Yutong, as long as he can make more money, everything else is empty and doesn’t matter.
Just by giving up the title of boss, he could earn so much more money. He didn't feel that he was at a disadvantage. He even felt that he was getting an advantage.
You know, it's never easy to be the boss. It's not only a status and power, but also a responsibility.
A qualified businessman never values so-called false reputation, especially Chinese businessmen. The Confucian education from ancient times to the present makes them more inclined to the idea of making a fortune in silence.
Although Zheng Yutong's approach seems cowardly, it is actually the most correct way to deal with it.
Moreover, he was fully aware that Lin Zehao's real purpose was definitely not as simple and crude as it seemed on the surface.
It can be said that, to a certain extent, the two are completely in sync with each other.
As the big brother of Hong Kong's jewelry industry, New World Development is an established force. Lin Zehao's Hutchison Jewellery is an emerging force. Backed by Hutchison's strong capital and his powerful marketing methods, it can be said to be coming in with great momentum.
Facts have also proved that Hutchison Jewellery has indeed crushed Chow Tai Fook.
However, this goal was achieved through deliberate planning, multi-faceted design and coincidence.
If the battle line is prolonged, the two sides will inevitably fall into a long tug-of-war.
This is a situation that neither Zheng Yutong nor Lin Zehao want to see.
Because, under such circumstances, another force might rise up, and the battle between two heroes would turn into a three-way confrontation.
The market is so small, and no one wants to have one more person to share the profits.
Therefore, at this time, it is the most correct and rational choice for Zheng Yutong and Lin Zehao to join forces.
As a result, the entire Hong Kong jewelry industry was almost completely monopolized by them.
Establishing industry standards and formulating rules that are beneficial to oneself are the most obvious and simple ways to make profits.
The most important thing is that their position in the industry will be completely consolidated with this collaboration.
Therefore, Zheng Yutong sighed that Lin Zehao's methods were sophisticated and seemed domineering and decisive, but in fact they were in line with the demands of both parties.
Only a true win-win situation would make an old fox like him nod in agreement.
Otherwise, do you really think that he can commit the crime so easily just by using tough measures?
This is just a way of showing weakness when encountering a truly strong person.
If Zheng Yutong had not been keenly aware of the benefits behind it, he would never have been as straightforward as he appeared.
This method may sound simple, but when you are in the middle of it and overwhelmed by the complicated details, it is impossible to figure out the simplest and most correct route.
Zheng Yutong didn't know how Lin Zehao could do this at his age.
After much thought, he could only attribute it to talent.
"Mr. Zheng is indeed an old hand. His eyes can see the key to the problem."
"Okay, I agree to this."
Only at this time could Lin Zehao be truly sure that the transaction was truly completed.
He never treats others as fools, thinking that he has some domineering aura that he can release casually and the other party will kowtow and kneel down to him, and give him what he wants with both hands.
This is especially true for an old fox like Zheng Yutong who has experienced the ups and downs of the business world.
Even at the beginning, we made some stupid moves because we underestimated the enemy.
But when he reacted, he still couldn't be underestimated.
Signing a share transfer agreement only means that, from a legal perspective, you are the major shareholder of the company.
But how much power one can actually control depends entirely on the means one uses.
Just now, Cheng Yutong deliberately mentioned another shareholder, Xian Weiken, who is his old friend. In fact, he was implicitly reminding Lin Zehao that although I don’t have as many shares as you, after all, I have been working hard for so many years, and I must be much more familiar with each link than him.
If they work together to make money, he will definitely support them, but if they want to get rid of him, Zheng Yutong will never sit idly by and wait for death.
Lin Zehao understood all these subtexts.
Therefore, he always prepares for both situations and tries his best to use his own strengths to attack his opponent's weaknesses.
In fact, it is simple. It is nothing more than luring them with benefits, appealing to their emotions, explaining the reasons to them, and threatening them with force.
The blind use of force is indeed effective and fastest, but it is almost impossible to rule for a long time.
Only when everyone has common interests can the other party be willing and long-term and healthy development can be achieved.
Judging from Zheng Yutong's performance, Lin Zehao's methods are obviously effective enough.
"Mr. Lin is such a quick-witted person. I really regret not meeting you earlier."
After complimenting him, Zheng Yutong changed the subject and said, "Mr. Lin, I wonder when the fastest batch of low-end jade will arrive in Hong Kong Island."
Lin Zehao raised his left hand, looked at the limited edition Daytona, and said, "It will arrive at the port tomorrow at the latest. The total weight should be around two tons."
Hearing this answer, Zheng Yutong was obviously stunned, and then a barely perceptible bitter smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, "Mr. Lin, you really have prepared everything..."
Lin Zehao also said before that Hutchison Jewellery takes the high-end route and does not engage in these low-end businesses.
Then this batch of low-end jade was obviously prepared for him.
As for transporting jade from Myanmar to Hong Kong Island, although Zheng Yutong was not very clear about the specific links and processes, he only needed to think about it to know that this was definitely not a simple task.
And tomorrow, a ship loaded with two tons of jade will arrive at the port. What does this mean?
This means that Lin Zehao has him beat!
Long before the meeting, the outcome had been determined and the ship had been arranged!
Just based on this courage, Zheng Yutong deserved to lose.
Zheng Jiachun, who was standing by, could not fully understand the deep meaning of this matter, let alone understand his father's behavior. He was still in a state of loss and had not come out of it.
For him, he can only see the surface of the matter but not the essence.
Exactly the same as the hunchback Hua next to him.
A humble smile was still on the face of Hunchback Hua, and he kept nodding and bowing to Lin Zehao.
He didn't know how much work he had done today, such as pouring tea and water.
Although Lin Zehao never looked at him straight in the eye from beginning to end, he still enjoyed it.
Those younger brothers of Hehetu, who were originally proud of the founding name of Heji, felt so ashamed after being treated like this by Tuobei Hua that they wished they could find a hole in the ground to crawl into.
Wu Zhixiong's face turned red, and he lowered his head deeply, looking full of shame.
What are you trying to achieve by hanging out here?
Besides the silver paper, isn't it just for the sake of prestige?
Now, following a big shot like Hunchback Hua is like losing all face.
Wu Zhixiong couldn't imagine that after today's incident got out, people in the underworld would say how arrogant Wei Longhao was and how cowardly Hehetu was.
Following such a big boss, he really can't see any future.
At this time, Zheng Yutong put down the teacup in his hand and asked tentatively: "Mr. Lin, I want to set up a Hong Kong Jewelry Association and would like to invite you to be the president. I wonder if you are interested?"
The so-called various industry associations are nothing more than a centralized way to deepen the voice of a certain group in a certain industry.
Workers have unions, and industries naturally have associations.
This is very common in capitalist society.
"Mr. Zheng, in principle, I agree with your idea."
"But I'm not that interested in being in the spotlight too often. Besides, I'm just a junior in the jewelry industry and I don't have much experience."
"So, what I mean is that I hope you can be the president of this association, and just give me a sinecure."
Lin Zehao shook his head and spoke with a smile on his face, very humbly.
If you only look at his performance at this moment, you would think he is just a graceful and modest young man.
The man who had seemed so imposing just now seemed to be just an illusion.
However, Zheng Yutong understood that people like Lin Zehao were tough in their bones. On the surface, or in the face of some insignificant things, they were happy to give in. However, once his bottom line was touched, he would understand what thunderous wrath was!
After thinking it over, Zheng Yutong said, "Since Mr. Lin is so kind to me, I will be honored."
"Then I will make the decision and give Lin Sheng the title of vice president. What do you think?"
Lin Zehao nodded slightly: "Okay, but the main affairs of the association should still be decided by you."
After hearing these words, Zheng Yutong finally breathed a sigh of relief, and he admired Lin Zehao's experience even more.
He is able to grasp the big picture and let go of the small details, and this ability alone is beyond 90% of businessmen.
It would be unforgivable for such a person to fail to achieve great things.
After just one meeting, Zheng Yutong was completely convinced.
He began to be glad for his choice. Being friends with such a person was definitely much better than being his enemy!
After the general direction of the cooperation is finalized, some details will naturally not be discussed by Lin Zehao and Zheng Yutong. Their subordinates will implement them.
After everything was settled, Lin Zehao left the box under the protection of the security team.
It was not until he saw Lin Zehao's handsome back walking away that Zheng Yutong finally relaxed and leaned back in the chair in a comfortable but not very elegant posture.
To fight with a cunning person like Lin Zehao, you must be fully prepared!
The high-intensity concentration is indeed a bit too much for someone of Zheng Yutong's age.
Hunchback Hua picked up the crutch on the ground, cleared his throat, and tidied up his few strands of hair. He said, "Boss Zheng, you see, although the process of this matter was a bit bumpy, the result is good..."
"You promised me 600,000, but you only gave me 100,000 as a deposit. Shouldn't you pay off the balance now?"
After Lin Zehao left, Hunchback Hua's fear immediately dissipated a lot. After becoming bolder, he naturally asked for more.
Zheng Yutong glanced at him, snorted coldly, and said: "Hua Hunbei, I don't bother you, but you come to me to ask for money?"
"Tell me honestly, I spent a lot of money to come to you to make peace, what role did you play?"
"Being beaten up by Lin Sheng's men? I have so many workers under me, anyone can do this!"
Hunchback Hua slammed the table, endured the pain in his body, stood up, and said angrily: "I am afraid of Wei Longhao, but I am not afraid of you who is just looking for money!"
"If you dare to default on your debt, from now on, I will find a hundred or eighty idiots to go to your company every day to show my support!"
"Look at me, Hunchback Hua, do I have the ability to do this?"
The younger brothers behind him came forward and glared at Zheng Yutong and his son!
Only the disheartened Wu Zhixiong stood by with his arms folded across his chest, watching coldly.
Zheng Jiachun was about to speak, but Zheng Yutong stopped her with a look. He straightened his light grey suit and said calmly, "Hua Hunchback, who do you think you are?"
"Just because you have a few bad guys under your command, you dare to speak so loudly in front of me?"
"I, Zheng Yutong, have gone from being a live-in son-in-law to where I am today. What kind of situations have I not seen?"
"Over the years, apart from Lin Sheng, who else dares to say that he can beat me?"
Zheng Yutong loosened his tie and continued, "Ask yourself, how much effort did you put into this matter today?"
"I won't ask you to pay back the 100,000 yuan deposit I gave you before. I'll consider it as my hard work in setting you up as a matchmaker. As for the remaining 500,000 yuan, I won't give you a penny!"
"If you have the guts, then find someone to cause trouble at the company. Don't forget that the current New World Development is not named Zheng, but Lin!"
As he spoke, Zheng Yutong stood up and said to Zheng Jiachun, who was a little stunned, "Son, let's go!"
Seeing this, Hehetu's younger brothers wanted to chase after them, but were stopped by Tuobei Hua, whose expression changed from gloomy to happy.
The younger brother at the side said anxiously, "Uncle Hua, if we don't take action now, they will go away!"
After a long while, Hunchback Hua sighed and said weakly: "We can't afford to offend Wei Longhao..."
It wasn't until he got on the elevator that Zheng Jiachun realized what was going on. He asked in disbelief, "Dad, is Lin Zehao so powerful in the underworld?"
"Now that we have established a connection with him, won't we no longer have to worry about those random harassments?"
Looking at his son who was slow to react, Zheng Yutong glanced at him and said, "Do you think I'm a fool? I'm a spineless person who kneels down when someone threatens me?"
"Would I so easily agree to something that has no benefit?"
"Remember, when you look at a problem, don't just look at the surface, look at the essence!"
"Also, being in the underworld is actually the same as doing business. Fighting and killing are just means. The real reliance is here."
When he said this, Zheng Yutong stretched out his index finger and pointed to his head, his tone full of emotion.
Nowadays, doing business in Hong Kong Island, no matter whether it is big or small, cannot escape the influence of community organizations.
So what if it’s the Jewish Kadoorie family?
Doesn’t the Peninsula Hotel under its umbrella still have to pay property management fees?
Zheng Jiachun nodded as if she understood, and fell into deep thought.
……
Sham Shui Po, Cheng family.
Zheng Yutong had just arrived home and had not even had time to have a cup of coffee when people from the West Kowloon Serious Crime Unit showed up.
However, the person leading the team this time was a foreigner.
"Mr. Zheng, didn't you say you wanted to sue Lin Zehao?"
"We at the West Kowloon Crime Squad take this matter very seriously. Let me introduce myself. My name is Pete, Chief Inspector of the West Kowloon Crime Squad."
"Now tell us the evidence you have. I promise you that I will deal with it seriously."
After saying this in a very gentlemanly manner, Pete sat back on the sofa, notebook and pen in his hands, looking very serious.
Hearing this, Zheng Yutong just spread his hands and said, "I was just telling a joke at the time, I didn't expect you to take it seriously."
"Everyone knows that Mr. Lin and I are actually good friends. It's just a joke between friends. Isn't it normal?"
After hearing this, Pete almost spit out the coffee in his mouth. After holding it in, he quickly picked up the tissue on the table and wiped the corners of his mouth.
"Mr. Zheng, you are not making fun of me, are you?"
Peter quickly flipped open the file in his hand and said, "The case record is very clear. You accused Lin Zehao of threatening you and killing your horse. Its name is... Lucky Diamond, and its value is about one million, right?"
Zheng Yutong still looked the same, and said: "Yes, I did lose a horse called Lucky Diamond, but this matter has nothing to do with Lin Zehao, and I have never been intimidated by anyone."
"I'll say it again, Mr. Lin and I are very good friends. Please don't alienate the relationship between us."
"If there is nothing else, I have work to do, so I'll leave you alone."
After saying this, Zheng Yutong stood up, turned around and left.
Peter wanted to reach out to stop him, but the butler stopped him and said very politely, "Officer, please."
Even though his face looked ugly, he could only snort coldly and turn away.
Zheng Yutong, who was standing on the second floor, looked at Peter's receding back, sneered, and said, "You still want to use me as a breakthrough point? It's really a daydream."
190 Argyle Street, West Kowloon Crime Unit.
After Pete returned to the police station, he went to the detention room angrily and slapped A Fei without saying a word!
Snapped! ! !
The loud sound continued to echo in the room. Because he was handcuffed, A Fei couldn't even do such a simple action as covering his face.
"Push to the street!"
"How dare you lie? Didn't you say that Zheng Yutong would sue Lin Zehao?"
"I made a solemn promise, but what happened?"
As he said that, Pete slapped him again with his backhand!
A Fei's face immediately swelled up at a speed visible to the naked eye, accompanied by an intense burning sensation.
"Officer, I really didn't lie!"
"I really heard it at that time. You are from the British Empire. I would never dare to lie..."
It’s still ten thousand, please give me a monthly ticket!
(End of this chapter)
