Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 601 An Ambitious Woman
"Oh, Daewoo Group has gone bankrupt!"

In a suite at the BJ Kespinke Hotel, Aaron was holding Lin Zhiling in his arms while talking on the phone with Edgar Irwin.

"Yes, it has a huge impact, after all, it is the second largest chaebol in South Korea."

"Okay, I'll go to South Korea," Aaron said, rubbing Lin Zhiling's thigh as he thought about going to Seoul first.

After all, Haihua Investment still has $10 billion in funds in South Korea!

After hanging up the phone, Aaron smiled and kissed Lin Zhiling in his arms. "Darling, let's get ready to go to Korea for a few days!"

“Okay, sure,” Lin Zhiling said without any objection, since she was going to Japan with Aaron to arrange her studies there.

Daewoo Group, one of South Korea's top five conglomerates, has businesses spanning automobiles, foreign trade, heavy equipment, shipbuilding, electronics and communications, chemicals, construction, and finance. It is the second largest conglomerate in South Korea after Hyundai Group.

Currently, the Daewoo Group's 12 companies have total liabilities of approximately 86 trillion won and total assets of only 25 trillion won. After failing to seek help from the government, they declared bankruptcy.

In Seoul, at the Shilla Hotel, Aaron stood by the window of his room, looking at Namsan Tower, and felt that the scenery of Seoul was utterly unremarkable.

With a sigh, he said, "Hyundai, commissioned by the South Korean government, acquired the Kia Group, Daewoo went bankrupt, and the impact of the financial crisis on South Korea has finally come to an end!"

"Mr. Anderson, what's the cityscape of Seoul like?"

Lee Kun-hee, who was standing to the side, suddenly spoke up and asked.

Aaron smiled. "It's not bad, but it's a bit too stingy. Mr. Li, please don't mind."

Lee Kun-hee shook his head. "South Korea is a small country with a small population, unlike the United States, which is vast and rich in resources!"

"By the way, I heard your daughter got married this year, so congratulations!" Aaron turned and smiled.

Lee Boo-jin, the eldest daughter of Samsung Group Chairman Lee Kun-hee, married a bodyguard named Im Woo-jae this year, despite strong opposition from her family.
Lee Kun-hee had no choice but to agree.

Lee Kun-hee sighed, "She insisted on marrying down and is now managing the Shilla Hotel. Mr. Anderson can contact her directly if he needs anything."

Last year, Lee Kun-hee's eldest son, Lee Jae-yong, married Lim Se-ryung, the daughter of Lim Chang-wook, chairman of the Daesang Group.
This year, however, the eldest daughter only married an ordinary bodyguard!
Aaron doesn't care about the messy affairs of the Lee family at Samsung, but most of the Samsung Group now belongs to Wall Street, and what everyone wants is for Samsung to recover as soon as possible.

"I heard that Samsung has recently been embroiled in a scandal involving bribing whistleblowers?"

A recording of a conversation between Samsung Group Vice Chairman Lee Hak-soo and South Korean Ambassador to the United States Hong Seok-hyun has been leaked, revealing their plan to provide 10 billion won (approximately US$300 million) in campaign funds to South Korean presidential candidates.
This incident has once again dragged Samsung into a bribery scandal!

Lee Kun-hee was silent for a moment, then said, "This matter is Lee Hak-soo's problem, and has nothing to do with Samsung."

"Mr. Anderson, you can rest assured that it will not affect Samsung."

Aaron nodded, smiled, and patted Lee Kun-hee on the shoulder. "That's good. You know, we were also worried about it affecting Samsung's stock price."

"Of course, I have always supported the Lee family's management of Samsung!"

Lee Kun-hee looked at Aaron and said, "Alright, Mr. Anderson, get some rest. Samsung will be fine."

Aaron nodded, and then Lee Kun-hee left the room.

"What's wrong, Father?" Lee Boo-jin and Lee Kun-hee entered a conference room.

Lee Kun-hee shook his head. "These Americans only want our interests; they don't care about anything else."

"Especially this Hollywood upstart, who already made a fortune on NASDAQ, has recently withdrawn a large amount of funds from South Korea;"

"Taking advantage of South Korea's recovery from the financial crisis, these American investors have reaped huge profits from South Korea!" Lee Boo-jin thought for a moment, "Is this Mr. Aaron Anderson the representative of the United States controlling Samsung?"

Lee Kun-hee shook his head. "I don't know. Mr. Anderson himself owns a large stake in Samsung. Regardless of what others in the United States think, he will focus all his attention on Samsung."

"Of course, other Wall Street investors will definitely support him too!"

Lee Boo-jin frowned. "This year, quite a few Wall Street investors have already withdrawn their shares in Korean banks and some financial institutions."

"All of our previous investments have yielded substantial returns."

Lee Kun-hee waved his hand, "Never mind, I'll go back and deal with Lee Hak-soo's matter first!"

Lee Boo-jin's insistence on marrying a bodyguard this year already displeased him; he would have preferred her to manage the Shilla Hotel.

In the evening, Aaron and Lin Zhiling went to the restaurant of the Shilla Hotel for dinner. "So, have you finalized your plans for studying in Japan?"

"Well, it's only a few months anyway, so there's no real plan. I can come back anytime."

Aaron smiled. "Of course, you can continue your modeling career in Japan as well."

"Huanya Japan does have some resources, and with your excellent qualifications, there shouldn't be any problem!"

Lin Zhiling nodded. "I know. I'm going to Japan to expand my business there, and joining Huanya Japan would be the best option."

At this moment, Lee Boo-jin walked over, bowed to Aaron, and said with a smile, "Mr. Anderson, good evening. Are you satisfied with the hospitality at the Shilla Hotel?"

Aaron glanced at Lee Boo-jin, 29 years old, the same age as himself, good-looking, and with a refined air. "Pretty good. Are you managing the Shilla Hotel now?"

"Yes, I am now the manager of the Shilla Hotel, responsible for the daily operations of the Shilla Hotel Seoul!"

Lee Boo-jin explained.

Aaron smiled and introduced her to Lin Zhiling, who was standing next to him: "This is Lee Boo-jin, the eldest daughter of Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee."

"Miss Li, I am Lin Zhiling. It's a pleasure to meet you!" Lin Zhiling smiled.

Lee Boo-jin looked at Lin Zhi-ling and said, "Miss Lin, you are so beautiful!"

"Thank you, Miss Li is the prettiest."

Aaron poured her a glass. "Miss Li, please sit down and have a drink!"

“Okay, thank you,” Lee Boo-jin then sat down and clinked her glasses with his.

Aaron put down his wine glass. "Miss Li, is there something you need to see me about?"

Lee Boo-jin thought for a moment, then looked at Aaron, "Mr. Anderson owns a significant number of shares in Samsung, and therefore has even more say in the matter."

"I know Mr. Anderson is only interested in Samsung's electronics, commodities, and insurance, but the Samsung Group's business is very diverse."

"Samsung needs to develop as a whole, and other industries should also be given attention!"

Aaron tapped the table, glanced at Lee Boo-jin in front of him, and thought, "She's definitely an ambitious woman."

By simply marrying a bodyguard, she avoided the fate of being forced into an arranged marriage...

(End of this chapter)