Who would still start a business seriously after being reborn?

Chapter 644 Anyone who blocks my path will die!
Cheng Yi sat up straight, his gaze sweeping over Li Yongliang and Sun Meng, and said very seriously, "First, Momo Group must invest in Lianxiang Group. We will fund the acquisition of all the shares held by the founding team of Lianxiang. We can negotiate the valuation of these shares based on the current fair market price."

"Secondly, Lianxiang Group's future development strategy must be highly aligned with Momo Group's overall ecosystem strategy. The two companies need to establish a regular communication and coordination mechanism in areas such as product planning, technology roadmap, and market promotion to ensure that they work together towards the same goal."

"Third, all Lianxiang brand computers sold in the Chinese mainland market must be pre-installed with and feature the Moc-os operating system. For existing computers that have already been sold, Lianxiang needs to collaborate with Momo Group to launch attractive system upgrade and replacement services to gradually guide users to the Moc-os system."

Every time Cheng Yi spoke, Li Yongliang and Sun Meng's hearts tightened.

These three requirements, especially the third one, are almost a matter of changing the very soul of Lianxiang.

This means that Lianxiang will completely leave the Windows camp and embrace Moc-OS.

Seeing the grim expressions on Li Yongliang and Sun Meng's faces, Cheng Yi immediately offered a tempting offer, saying with a smile, "Of course, cooperation is a two-way street. In return, Momo Group will also make some promises and concessions, such as Momo Group's computer brand completely withdrawing from the domestic mid-range and mid-to-high-end desktop computer market as well as the mainstream laptop market."

"In areas such as hardware R&D and supply chain optimization, Momo Group is also willing to share its experience and technical resources with Lianxiang to help Lianxiang enhance its product competitiveness."

Cheng Yi smiled and said, "Simply put, the future landscape will be that Hasee will dominate the domestic entry-level market, Lianxiang will dominate the mid-to-high-end market and the European and American markets, and Honor will focus on the Asian market. The premise of our cooperation is the same: to closely focus on the Moc-OS ecosystem."

Cheng Yi concluded by saying, "Joining hands to fight against the Wintel alliance is the only way to truly achieve self-reliance and control over the domestic IT industry."

A long silence fell over the meeting room.

Li Yongliang and Sun Meng need time to digest this highly impactful plan.

Are Cheng Yi's requirements harsh?

harsh!

This practically forced Lianxiang to change his surname.

Li Yongliang and Sun Meng exchanged a glance, both seeing an unprecedented solemnity and struggle in each other's eyes.

The air in the conference room seemed to freeze.

Cheng Yi's three requirements, especially the third one, a complete shift to Moc-os, weighed heavily on Li Yongliang and Sun Meng's minds.

This is not just a business choice, but also about the brand recognition that Lianxiang has built up over the past decade.

As for technological dependence, Li Yongliang doesn't need to worry about it for the time being.

Intel belongs to the IBM camp, and both of them don't get along very well with Microsoft, so there won't be any hardware restrictions imposed on them for the time being.

But what if Moc-OS becomes a viable operating system?

That's not necessarily true.

These Americans won't allow a real behemoth to emerge in China.

Because this would cause them to completely lose control of the Chinese market.

Li Yongliang really doesn't know what to choose now.

Having agreed, Lianxiang will definitely help Momo Group shoulder the pressure from international IT giants in the future.

If they don't agree, the fate of Lianxiang Group is currently uncertain.

Li Yongliang took a deep breath, trying to find a crack in the seemingly hopeless situation. He carefully spoke, his voice carrying the composure and caution of a veteran entrepreneur, saying, "President Cheng, I personally admire your strategic vision. Working together to build the Moc-os ecosystem to counter Wintel is indeed a grand blueprint, but... there are many difficulties involved."

“Your system is still in its infancy in the Chinese market, and companies like IBM are happy to see you cause trouble for Microsoft. But if you really defeat Microsoft in the Chinese market, do you know what that means?” Li Yongliang has been in the tech industry for decades and is very familiar with the inside story of the global IT industry.

Li Yongliang said in a deep voice, "There are no outsiders here, so I'll be frank with you. As long as Lianxiang joins you, your Moc-os system will occupy more than 70% of the personal operating system market in China. Once you gain momentum, companies like IBM will definitely take action to restrict you, and then the United States will impose sanctions. First, there will be sanctions from IT industry associations, then from conglomerates, and finally, it may even be the US government."

"Don't think I'm exaggerating. By then, we probably won't even be able to buy a single CPU."

"Don't be fooled by the fierce battle between Intel and AMD, or the bloody fight between IBM and Microsoft. If you really grow to the point where they take you seriously, they will immediately shake hands and make peace, and then join forces to crush you."

Li Yongliang's voice was low and deep, carrying an air of resentment yet an air of having no choice but to bow down.

Li Yongliang's words made Liu Guiwu, who was standing to the side, frown.

Liu Guiwu was once the most steadfast representative of the technical school, but gradually, he also bowed his head.

Just like the song he liked.

These days, my life feels like I'm acting.

They speak insincerely, wearing a mask of hypocrisy.

[Always deceiving yourself with insignificant achievements.]

Liu Guiwu glanced at Cheng Yi first, and seeing that Cheng Yi did not speak, he said, "Old Li, I can understand your concerns, but things are different now. Momo Group has grown up and is capable of carrying the banner of the domestic IT industry. Back then, when Lianxiang chose the trade-industry-technology route with many concerns, wasn't it also hoping to prioritize trade, make money first, and then develop technology?"

Li Yongliang gave a self-deprecating laugh and shook his head, saying, "Trade-industry-technology? That's just something we're saying to ourselves."

He looked up at Liu Guiwu and said, "Technologically, it's impossible to succeed independently in Asia unless you're willing to become the second Samsung in Asia. The Americans will not allow Asian countries to develop technology independently."

"So... all you do is make money, make money, and make money?" Cheng Yi finally spoke, a cold smile appearing on his lips.

Li Yongliang was startled by what he heard; he could hear the mockery in Cheng Yi's tone.

He stared at Cheng Yi in shock and asked, "President Cheng, what do you mean?"

"I mean, you haven't even tried, and you've already backed down, then to cover up your cowardice, you're advising others not to try either, right?" Li Yongliang slammed his hand on the table, stood up, and roared, "Cheng Yi! Take back what you said!"

"Words spoken are like water spilled; there's no going back." Cheng Yi stared directly at Li Yongliang, a chill flashing in his eyes.

The atmosphere inside the meeting room immediately became tense.

Zhang Qiming pursed his lips, wanting to say a few words of advice, but then thought it was unnecessary and turned his head away.

Anyway, Cheng Yi won't suffer any losses, so why should he care about that old man?

Li Yongliang trembled with anger. He pointed at Cheng Yi, wanting to say something, but the words stuck in his throat.

Gradually, his eyes welled up with tears.

Zhang Qiming glanced at Li Yongliang with some surprise, then at Cheng Yi, thinking to himself: Wow, he even made someone cry?
Li Yongliang took a deep breath, his eyes calming down. His voice was a little hoarse as he said in a low voice, "I know that in the industry, those of you who take the technical route look down on us. You think we're cowards and spineless."

"So do you think you guys are cowards?" Cheng Yi asked with a smile.

Li Yongliang lowered his eyes and murmured softly, "If it weren't for the circumstances, who would want to back down..."

“Everyone regards us as pioneers in the IT industry, as the best in the world, but we know our own limitations.” Li Yongliang raised his head and looked at Cheng Yi.

This time, his eyes were much clearer, and even his voice was a little choked up: "Besides having a large population, what else do we have to offer in the field of technology?"

"Back then, before my former boss retired, he held my hand and said to me earnestly, 'We are the big brother of the IT industry, and we should protect these hopes in the IT industry. But what can we use to protect them? What do we have?'"

"Back when Microsoft wanted to destroy Violet Mountain, we emptied our coffers to save it."

"You are very strong now, but look back. Since you started to develop, have we ever suppressed you? Go ask Wu Jun of Shenzhou. Since 2001, have we ever suppressed Shenzhou Computer? If we wanted to suppress you, could you have developed to this point?"

Li Yongliang gritted his teeth and said, "Yes, we're not doing well now, but do you think you're so great? No matter how strong you are, can you be as strong as the Sanyo Group of Japan?"

"That was Asia's strongest technology group, completely overwhelming Samsung in every aspect. And what happened? Did they even survive a year under the combined attack of the Goldman Sachs trio? In the end, they didn't end up falling apart and fragmenting."

"Asia will never produce a technology company!"

"If we join you, and we all fail together, it will be a disaster for China's IT industry. There will be no room for maneuver."

After saying this, Li Yongliang slowly sat down in the chair.

He had said everything he needed to say. If Cheng Yi still followed through on that path of no return, then he had done all he could.

Liu Guiwu's gaze swept over Cheng Yi and Li Yongliang, who represented the pinnacle of two different eras in China.

This scene is like a relay race where the old and the new take turns.

Cheng Yi's assessment of Lianxiang Group is mixed.

The problem lies in the fact that they were indeed too cowardly, never daring to take that step, and even maintaining an almost humble posture towards IT giants.

Their reputation stems from their support of domestic enterprises.

Since 2001, Lianxiang Group has established Lianxiang Investment, which has been supporting domestic technology companies. From 2001 to 2017, they have supported more than 100 technology companies.

In addition, they have another great advantage: they never engage in infighting or suppress domestic enterprises.

Their attack on Momo Group was the only time they ever targeted a domestic company, indirectly drawing in the entire PC industry and leading to the downfall of Hasee Computer.

Although Cheng Yi understood Li Yongliang's predicament, Lianxiang Group was the key to breaking the deadlock for him. Even if Li Yongliang was the best person in the world, even if Li Yongliang said the most beautiful words, today, he was determined to be the villain!
Seeing that Cheng Yi remained silent, Li Yongliang couldn't help but sigh, "For the third point, if you insist, I can agree to take the risk and try it. But for the first point, acquiring the founding team's shares, to be honest, Lao Liu and Yuan Qing's team have poured too much effort into Lianxiang Group. If we let them out, it will be hard for them to accept, both morally and logically. This is not just a matter of money, but also a matter of dignity and hard work."

Li Yongliang's words carried a hint of helplessness, as well as a hope that Cheng Yi could understand and make some concessions.

After all, forcing the founding team to leave is a huge shock to any company.

Upon hearing the words "hard to accept," Cheng Yi not only failed to express understanding but also seemed to have heard something amusing, a cold smile curving his lips.

He braced his hands on the table, staring sharply at Li Yongliang, his tone suddenly hardening and even carrying a hint of youthful arrogance: "Old Li, you're telling me it's hard to accept?"

Cheng Yi's voice was not loud, but every word was clear, carrying an undeniable pressure: "These three conditions of mine are non-negotiable. If you are willing, we can sit down and talk. If you are not willing, then I will beat you until you are willing."

He paused, his tone becoming even more sharp: "To be honest, Mr. Li, Chairman Sun, my sitting here talking with you two today isn't the best choice. According to the most direct logic of the business world, I should continue the fight, completely cripple and destroy Lianxiang, until it's like Hasee Computer, with its market share at zero and its brand value collapsing. At that point..."

Cheng Yi stretched out his right hand and made a '1' gesture, saying, "Maybe I can still get what I want by spending just one yuan. That would be easier and more thorough."

These words were like ice water poured over their heads, instantly turning Li Yongliang and Sun Meng pale.

They hadn't expected Cheng Yi, so young, to be so shrewd and decisive, showing no mercy and laying bare the harshest reality.

Cheng Yi's gaze swept over the two shocked faces, his tone softening slightly, but still carrying a condescending air: "Why did I agree to talk to you? First, it's because of my Uncle Liu; he personally mediated, and I have to give him that face. Second..."

He paused for a moment, then deliberately pretended to be a good person and said, "Although I, Cheng Yi, am young, I know how much effort a brand has put into building over ten years. Lianxiang is, after all, a brand in China's IT industry. I can't bear to see it ruined in my hands. This is the opportunity I'm giving you, and also the opportunity I'm giving Lianxiang."

"As for the touching story you just told..." Cheng Yi's face revealed a cruel smile: "I am grateful for your mercy back then, but that doesn't mean I will let you go like you did. On this path, it's not about who is kind-hearted, but who is more ruthless."

"From the moment I embarked on this path, I never thought of turning back. Anyone who stands in my way will die, and Microsoft is no exception!"

(End of this chapter)