Hong Kong 1980: The Savage Era

Chapter 214 [Letting a wolf into the house? ]

Luo Qixing seems to be an honest man, but in fact, after more than a year in the business world, he has learned some tricks.

"Which companies do you want?" Luo Qihong read the documents very quickly. He finished reading 15 documents in just 11 minutes and had a general understanding of these companies.

Luo Qixing lowered his head and thought for a while, then said, "I think Tianzhang Printing Company is very good. It not only has a large-scale printing business, but also has a certain amount of property rental business. This may be a development opportunity for Shengyun Printing Company."

Luo Qihong glanced at Luo Qixing deeply. He noticed Luo Qixing's ambition. Luo Qixing wanted to take the opportunity to expand his business into the real estate industry.

He didn't say anything, but relied on his memory to find the documents of Tianzhang Printing Company, and then read them again carefully, trying to get some detailed information from them.

Tianzhang Printing Company was established in 1976, which is 6 years ago. The printing scale is not large and it is in the middle and lower reaches of similar companies. However, the company owns some properties worth 2 to 3 million yuan.

Such an asset combination makes Tianzhang Printing Company stand out among similar companies and is quite eye-catching.

According to the information, Tianzhang Printing Company was doing well and had no shortcomings, which gave Luo Qihong a headache.

"Tianzhang Printing's qualifications are indeed good, but this is someone else's wholly-owned company. Without someone else's permission, no one can do anything." Luo Qihong said helplessly.

Luo Qixing hesitated for a moment and told the truth, "I heard that Feng Tianzhang, the boss of Tianzhang Printing Company, is old and lacks energy. His son and daughter are doctors, lawyers, and university professors. They have no intention of taking over the family business. So Feng Tianzhang is likely to sell Tianzhang Printing Company."

Luo Qihong glanced at Luo Qixing and said, "Then just go find Feng Tianzhang directly. Why are you hesitating? Is there any other inside story?"

If a subordinate had done something like this, Luo Qihong would have gotten angry long ago. Why pretend to be profound and keep things in suspense in front of him?

Luo Qixing replied, "Although Feng Tianzhang is a businessman, he really likes intellectuals, so I may not be successful if I go there."

"Do you want me to go with you?" Luo Qihong smiled. He suspected that liking intellectuals was just an excuse. In fact, he was timid and worried about messing up the acquisition.

"If you don't have time, then forget it. I can go alone." Luo Qixing's eyes were full of hope. He knew that one should have the right attitude when asking for help, and he was also afraid that Luo Qihong really didn't have time.

"Okay, then I'll go with you, but you'll have to go by yourself next time." Without waiting for Luo Qixing to answer, Luo Qihong continued, "These are the two companies I picked out as candidates. Take a look at them first, and have someone dig deeper into the information of these two companies. If the acquisition of Tianzhang Printing Company fails, we can immediately turn to these two companies."

"Yes!" Luo Qixing took the document and nodded.

Then Lin Ya came out of the kitchen with food and shouted to the two brothers, "It's time to eat. We can talk about work later. Eating is more important."

Seeing that Luo Qixing was still flipping through the two documents, Luo Qihong smiled and said, "Let's eat first. The acquisition is not urgent in the short term."

So, the two brothers came to the dining table one after another. Lin Ya and Luo Zegui did not ask them to help, but let them eat first.

In the eyes of Lin Ya and Luo Zegui, the two brothers have made great achievements. Managing the company's affairs must be very tiring, so they don't need to trouble the two brothers with housework.

During the meal, Lin Ya asked, "I just heard you guys talking about acquisitions. Are you looking to acquire any company?"

Luo Qihong picked up some food and ate his food, showing no intention of answering. Seeing this, Luo Qixing had no choice but to answer it.

"Ahong and I have discussed this and we think it would be best for Shengyun to acquire another printing company to expand its business scale and reduce operating risks," said Luo Qixing.

"Well! Your father and I don't understand these things, so we can't help you." Lin Ya looked at Luo Qixing and said, "Ah Xing, you are the eldest brother, but Ah Hong is better than you in doing business. If there is anything, you should discuss it with your brother."

Luo Qihong knew how strong a man's self-esteem was. He didn't want Luo Qixing to lose face, so he said, "Mom, you don't know this. Big brother is very strong in the printing business. On the contrary, I am a novice. Big brother's ideas are better than mine." Lin Ya immediately understood what Luo Qihong meant and smiled, "Okay, you brothers should help each other."

As a result, the atmosphere at the dinner table became more harmonious.

After dinner, Luo Qihong agreed on a time with Luo Qixing and asked Luo Qixing to meet Feng Tianzhang from Tianzhang Printing Company.

A private room at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Central

Cheng Yutong once again became a peacemaker and served as the middleman in the negotiations between Luo Qihong and Li Zhaoji.

Luo Qihong was reluctant to meet Li Zhaoji at first, but he did not want to offend Cheng Yutong, a good-tempered boss who liked to support younger generations, so he attended the peace talks to give him face.

Luo Qihong had a smile on his face from the moment he came in. Whether he was talking to Li Zhaoji or Zheng Yutong, his tone was extremely calm, without any change in tone.

Li Zhaoji understood that the calmer Luo Qihong was, the more difficult this matter would be and the greater the price he would have to pay.

However, as Luo Qihong's business grew larger and involved more and more industries, Li Zhaoji knew that now was the best time to resolve the misunderstanding, and it would also allow him to make greater strides in his business.

After all, there is a vicious wolf waiting for an opportunity beside him, ready to strike when he is weak and give him a fatal blow. Even if he doesn't die at that time, he will suffer heavy losses.

Cheng Yutong glanced at Li Zhaoji and signaled him to get to the point.

"Mr. Luo, I was too busy with the acquisition of the Star Ferry Company and forgot to ask my subordinates to inform you. I am really sorry. I will compensate you for your loss in this regard." Li Zhaoji said very seriously, and his attitude of apology seemed very humble.

"Haha!! Mr. Li has assets and businesses worth tens of billions of yuan, so of course he will be very busy. I can understand that." Luo Qihong said with a smile.

Understanding does not mean forgiveness. Luo Qihong did not even ask about compensation. You can imagine what he meant.

"How about this, I can purchase the two small commercial buildings next to the Yaohua Commercial Building in Causeway Bay at a 2% premium as compensation to Luo Sheng, how do you think?" Li Zhaoji said neither humbly nor arrogantly.

Luo Qihong smiled and said, "Why don't you sell Yaohua Commercial Building to me, Mr. Li? I can buy it at the market price."

Li Zhaoji's face changed slightly. It was obvious that he would not give up Yaohua Commercial Building, and he thought he had given enough face to Luo Qihong.

"Ah Hong, are you dissatisfied with Mr. Li's offer or do you have other conditions? Why don't you tell me and we can discuss it together." Cheng Yutong quickly spoke to smooth things over.

"Okay, then I'll tell you. I know that Mr. Li has always been paying attention to the Hong Kong Electric Company, so I want to help Mr. Li. What do you think, Mr. Li?" Luo Qihong's words were both a test and he really wanted to squeeze out big profits from the electric company.

"Why do you say that, Mr. Luo? I seldom pay attention to the news of the electric light company." Li Zhaoji did not admit it. He was worried that Luo Qihong would take the opportunity to cause trouble.

"Mr. Li, you and I both know it very well. There is no need to hide it." Luo Qihong said, "I have no objection to Mr. Li's acquisition of the electric light company, but I hope to become a member of the board of directors of the electric light company."

Hearing this, Li Zhaoji immediately frowned. He could no longer defend himself because Luo Qihong had determined that he had the intention to acquire the company.

Allowing Luo Qihong to become a member of the board of directors is tantamount to inviting a wolf into the house and drinking poison to quench thirst. Li Zhaoji is willing to spend more money rather than let Luo Qihong get his wish.

(End of this chapter)