I was forced to start the second round because I was raised in poverty

Chapter 273 The Powerful Dragon Mother (6k)

"I have already arranged a time with Zhao Peng to have him come over for negotiations."

Su Cheng: ???
negotiation?

"Mr. Long, what's the point of our negotiations? We only have 20% of the shares in 'Heart Signal,' and they are B shares with almost zero voting rights."

Let's not talk about Wang Zhiying and him.

The shares of Dihao Group are roughly equal to those of Zhao Peng.

Without voting rights, how the business is run is entirely up to them.

Negotiation is pointless!

Long Ruoli's teasing expression told Su Cheng that he had oversimplified things.

"Team Leader Su."

"That's not how the market works."

“We may not have voting rights, but… we have the Emperor Group behind us!”

What do you mean?
What happened to the Geely Group?

"So, Mr. Long?"

"Therefore, we have absolute say!"

Su Cheng: ???
I grass!

What kind of business tyrant are you?

You don't even have the right to vote, so how do you have absolute say?

Is it just using the capital status of the Geely Group to oppress others?
Long Ruoli's face looked cold and aloof, and Su Cheng thought she was the kind of pure, noble, and aloof woman.

So you're going to use this method to pressure small companies?

That's so cruel.

Su Cheng underestimated Long Ruoli's abilities.

Damn, any woman who gets involved with an old man is a troublemaker.

He wondered what would happen if the old man handled this personally.
Maybe... perhaps... it's highly likely they'll use the same method as Long Ruoli?
They might even take a more ruthless approach?
Su Cheng was certain that Long Ruoli was not like this at first. She had spent a long time by the old man's side, and her way of thinking and doing things had gradually become the way she is today by constantly imitating his.

He was so certain because of his own strong insight.

Long Ruoli possesses the essence of the old man!

Long Ruoli had already noticed Su Cheng's slightly surprised expression, and she had gained a new understanding of Su Cheng.

Su Cheng is still a young man after all, and he really needs to be tempered.

Long Ruoli didn't see anything wrong with using the capital status of the Emperor Group to suppress "Heart Signal"; it was just a card she held in her hand.

Why do you have a strong hand but not play it, just watch your opponent play a three-of-a-kind with a single card or a straight, then cash out and leave the game?
Even if they cash out and leave, it will be the Emperor Group that cashes out first, and they will take as much as they can.

Business is not charity; everything must be done with self-interest first.

This is a cruel animal world where every business transaction is a battle of competition and bloodshed.

Long Ruoli will definitely prioritize the group's interests and ensure that her interests are protected.

The two of them further defined each other in their hearts.

She felt she could use "Heart Signal" to teach Su Cheng a lesson.

Su Cheng is really too young, what's so surprising about that?

She felt that Su Cheng was worlds apart from her father.

but.

This seems like a good idea?

At least it won't do her any harm.

If she can stay with the Emperor Group a few years from now, wouldn't it be easier for her to control this young leader?
"Mr. Long, when do you plan to talk to Mr. Zhao?"

"It's already arranged, 3 PM."

Su Cheng glanced at the time; it was already 2:40.

He was just about to send a message to Zhao Peng to let him know and make some preparations, but as soon as he picked up his phone, Long Ruoli called his name.

"Team Leader Su."

"what?"

"You'll come with me to this negotiation."

"Uh?"

"Yes, you can take over their business consultation. If Zhao Peng disagrees, you can try to persuade him. This is also for the benefit of our group."

"Ah, okay... Of course, the interests of our group should be our top priority."

Su Cheng was forced to put down her phone and continued speaking in the same vein as Long Ruoli.

Group interests?

joke.

What does the group's interests have to do with me? That's Old Deng's money.

Since the old man won't let him spend his money, Su Cheng will definitely prioritize his own interests.

It didn't take long.

A young assistant wearing black-rimmed glasses knocked on the door and came in to announce, "Mr. Long, Mr. Zhao has arrived. He is waiting in conference room number one."

"Okay." Long Ruoli stood up and looked at Su Cheng. "Team Leader Su, shall we go?"

"Ok."

The two arrived at conference room number 1.

Zhao Peng, dressed in a sharp suit, was already waiting for them in the conference room. Upon seeing the two enter, he immediately stood up to greet them.

"Hello, Mr. Zhao."

"Hello, hello," Zhao Peng replied politely, though with some confusion.

This woman is...

Su Cheng filled in the information gap for Zhao Peng: "Mr. Zhao, let me introduce you. This is our new General Manager Long."

Zhao Peng thought Su Cheng's words sounded like those of a high-ranking leader.

If I'm not mistaken, then this "Boss Long" should be the one in charge of handling the merger and acquisition of "Heart Signal".

It's actually quite a coincidence, so it can't be called a bad thing.

This CEO Long is obviously new, and he even had Su Cheng involved as a consultant in this negotiation?

That means she's not very familiar with the business here? She's most likely an outsider brought in from outside?
Zhao Peng had actually let his guard down by this point, and he predicted that the meeting would go smoothly.

Zhao Peng greeted Su Cheng with the same enthusiasm, maintaining a facade of a normal client-client relationship, which he wanted to keep in mind.

Enthusiastic, but not familiar.

After the three of them were seated, Long Ruoli gently raised her chin, indicating, "President Zhao, you may begin."

Zhao Peng has a clear understanding of the situation; he knows what to say in what context.

Wang Zhiying is hidden underwater, and Su Cheng, needless to say, is hidden at the bottom of the sea.

Therefore, Zhao Peng now has to take the lead, express a strong and firm desire to sell, and persuade Long Ruoli as much as possible.

It's okay if you can't convince them.

Su Cheng is also there to help him.

Zhao Peng gave a detailed presentation of Boxer Group's pricing proposal, acquisition model, and the selling intentions of other major shareholders.

Long Ruoli suddenly interrupted Zhao Peng: "Who are the other shareholders you're talking about?"

Ok?
Zhao Peng was stunned.

His eyes remained fixed on Long Ruoli, not daring to stray even half a centimeter from Su Cheng's direction.

In such a situation, if even one glance seems off, people will immediately know what's going on.

Long Ruoli may be an outsider, but to be able to lead Su Cheng in an elite industry like Shengyue, she must be an extremely shrewd person.

Zhao Peng had actually prepared for this question before, but now he was thinking about whether there was a better answer.

Saying that it's impossible to disclose information and that it's impossible to protect shareholders' privacy is a clear refusal.

According to the law, investors such as Long Ruoli have the right to know the company's clear shareholding structure.

"Mr. Long, those are my business partners and an investor. The shareholding structure was clearly stated in our contract."

Long Ruoli suddenly asked, "Are you CEO Wang from Charm Diary?"

As soon as these words came out.

Both Zhao Peng and Su Cheng were stunned.

Does Long Ruoli possess so much intelligence?

She even found out about Wang Zhiying?
"Mr. Long, this..."

Zhao Peng certainly couldn't admit it. He was just about to explain when his assistant knocked on the door and entered, interrupting him.

dong dong dong~
"President Long, President Wang has arrived."

"Okay, let's just invite her over."

"Ok."

After finishing her sentence, the assistant left the meeting room.

Long Ruoli turned to Su Cheng: "Team Leader Su, you should know President Wang, right?"

What else could Su Cheng say? He would definitely say that he knew him.

Because Sheng Yue had a record of serving Wang Zhiying's clients.

At this moment, Su Cheng still had to pretend that she was not familiar with Wang Zhiying and had no idea what had happened.

He answered Long Ruoli's question with an innocent and confused look: "Uh, we know each other."

"Yes, it's easier to talk once we know each other."

Easy to say?

What's there to say?
soon.

Wang Zhiying was then taken to the conference room.

The moment she saw Su Cheng and Zhao Peng in the conference room, her brain started working like crazy.

What's the situation?
Why are these three people together?
Who is this woman?
"Uh, did I go to the wrong place? I'm looking for President Long," Wang Zhiying asked politely.

"Mr. Wang, you've come to the right place. Please have a seat."

Ok?
Wang Zhiying sat down cautiously at the corner of the table, maintaining a 'safe distance' from the other three.

Wang Zhiying received an official email from the group today, requesting a meeting at Shengyue to discuss something with her.

帝豪集团的级别是从K5开始排的，K5、6、7、8、9、10，能一直排到K22。

The person who emailed her was named Long Ruoli, whose level in the group was K3.

Wang Zhiying had never heard of this level before, because K22 was the highest level a president could reach.

After making some inquiries, I learned that there are three levels above K22, which are in ascending order: K1, K2, and K3.

Wang Zhiying could tell from this person's level that they were someone of great importance.

Long Ruoli was fourteen levels higher than her.

She is the president of a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Dihao Group, and her rank is only K9.

So Wang Zhiying didn't think much of it and obediently came to Shengyue.

I originally thought it might be a comprehensive work report, an internal affairs review, or perhaps a one-on-one private meeting.

When she arrived, she was surprised to see Su Cheng and Zhao Peng.
What kind of situation is this?
Wang Zhiying immediately concluded that this matter most likely had nothing to do with the cosmetics company.

She had a feeling of unease.

Judging from the timing, Zhao Peng should have gone to discuss the sale with the group today...

Su Cheng was also present.

Then Long Ruoli invited her over.

Doesn't that mean... her holding shares in "Heart Signal" has already been discovered?
Otherwise, there's no way to explain the people present!
"President Wang, why didn't you say hello to Team Leader Su and President Zhao? Don't you all know each other?"

Wang Zhiying certainly admitted that they knew each other, but what does knowing each other prove?
Long Ruoli casually pressed the two of them, "Are you planning to have a frank conversation, or continue to keep it to yourself?"

Zhao Peng remained calm and did not reveal his true intentions throughout.

Whether it explodes or not is not up to Zhao Peng to decide.

Wang Zhiying was starting to panic. She had been caught red-handed, and she couldn't help but panic!
What?

To admit it or not to admit it?
Denying it seems pointless, since they already know. Su Cheng stepped forward at this moment, subtly prompting Wang Zhiying to admit it: "President Wang, you're a shareholder behind 'Heart Signal,' aren't you?"

Wang Zhiying understood immediately upon hearing this.

Su Cheng was asking her to admit it.

He definitely had more information than she did, so Wang Zhiying did as he was told.

"Mr. Long, I do indeed hold a portion of the shares in 'Heart Signal'."

"I knew it." Seeing Wang Zhiying admit it, Long Ruoli stopped pretending. "Zhu Hua is your distant cousin, right?"

Wang Zhiying: ???

How did they manage to find out about Zhu Hua's relationship with her?

"Uh... my cousin."

"Yes, cousins ​​are all the same."

Long Ruoli meant that she had enough evidence to prove that Wang Zhiying was the financial backer of "Heart Signal".

"It's like this, Mr. Long. Back then, Mr. Zhao and his team encountered difficulties in starting their business, so I offered them a loan..."

Wang Zhiying tried to defend herself, but Long Ruoli simply raised her hand slightly to interrupt her, making it clear that she didn't want to hear Wang Zhiying's excuses.

Seeing this, Zhao Peng also wanted to explain on Wang Zhiying's behalf: "President Long..."

"Shut up too."

Long Ruoli gave Zhao Peng a sharp look, which immediately silenced him.

"Whatever the reason, it is certain that you hold shares in other companies."

"Since we want to have a frank conversation, let's skip the formalities."

Wang Zhiying had become much more restrained at this moment. In front of Long Ruoli, she was like a well-behaved kitten: "Mmm."

She still doesn't understand what Long Ruoli is trying to achieve by stirring up this trouble.

Not only did she not understand, but neither did Su Cheng and Zhao Peng.

At this moment, Long Ruoli firmly grasped the power of speech and the initiative, and the other three could only be led by the nose by her.

Long Ruoli gave a wink to her assistant beside her.

The assistant immediately pulled out the relevant documents and read them aloud to the four people: "According to Article 3 of Chapter 1, Section 4 of the Group's Senior and Middle Management Principles Handbook, without the Group's knowledge..."

Wang Zhiying's expression grew increasingly grim as she listened.

He violated the group's regulations, illegally held shares, and embezzled a large sum of money by taking advantage of his position.

"Mr. Long, the Ministry of Justice says that with multiple offenses, he could be sentenced to at least fourteen years in prison."

"Well, this is none of your business."

After Long Ruoli finished speaking, her assistant left the meeting room.

Su Cheng, Zhao Peng, and Wang Zhiying each had a different expression on their faces.

Su Cheng's inner turmoil was immense, no less than Wang Zhiying's.

Not sisters.

She's your best friend!
Why are you trying to kill them right from the start?!
That can't be that brutal!

What benefits do you get from sending Wang Zhiying in? You'll get a few more six-star hotels after the old man dies?
"Mr. Wang, did you just hear that? Fourteen years in prison."

"I heard you, I'm not deaf."

Su Cheng: ???
He quickly gave Wang Zhiying a meaningful look.

Given the current situation, it's best to be polite in your speech and tone down your temper. The initiative is in their hands.

Wang Zhiying pouted helplessly: "Just tell me, what do you want to do?"

Yes.

Su Cheng was also curious.

Long Ruoli is being so open and transparent, putting all the evidence on the table. She definitely doesn't intend to "execute" Wang Zhiying in front of everyone.

Wang Zhiying hasn't been in contact with any old things yet.

In other words, Long Ruoli doesn't know Wang Zhiying either; they have no connection in real life!

wrong.

Given Long Ruoli's status, it's highly likely that the old man noticed Wang Zhiying when he acquired "Charm Diary".

Or perhaps she only noticed Wang Zhiying later; it doesn't matter.

Importantly, the old man paid more than double the market price for "Charm Diary".

Although the probability is low, it is still possible.

How to resolve potential competitors through legitimate business logic and competitive strategies?
Daenerys Targaryen, Daenerys Targaryen.

Leave them a way out.

He still has a use for this person.

What exactly do you want to do?
Are you selling or not?

Long Ruoli revealed her meaning only after playing all the cards in her hand.

Long Ruoli agreed to sell, but she was not satisfied with the price.

All three of them were completely dumbfounded.

You're making such a big fuss just to make more money?

Zhao Peng seized the opportunity to ask, "Mr. Long, what do you think the price should be?"

"Assuming we want to cash out and leave, it would have to be at least doubled," Long Ruoli stated her target price, "at least three billion in cash."

Her quote was similar to before, except for the currency unit.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Peng immediately told Long Ruoli that the price might be too high, and he also provided his personal analysis.

"Mr. Long, the Boxer Group acquired Heart Signal to integrate it with their own businesses. As you probably know, Jack really likes social media."

"But the other party will most likely not agree to the price of 30 billion."

Long Ruoli glanced at Zhao Peng and said coldly, "You don't need to worry about that."

"You just need to hand over the negotiation power to me, and my people will handle the talks with the boxer group."

Wang Zhiying has just admitted to holding shares in "Heart Signal", so Zhao Peng can only look to her for guidance.

Wang Zhiying is a bit confused.

Long Ruoli now holds her life in his hands and can send her in at any time.

Wang Zhiying looked to Su Cheng for help, hoping that Su Cheng could be her pillar of support.

After exchanging glances, Wang Zhiying finally relented.

"Mr. Long, I agree to hand over the right to negotiate to you."

"But I'm open to negotiating terms."

Long Ruoli leaned back casually in her chair, seemingly in complete control of everything. She looked at Wang Zhiying with a flirtatious expression and said, "Tell me about it."

"What are you going to do about this responsibility I bear?"

"This..." Long Ruoli asked directly, "What percentage of the shares do you hold? Oh, seventy-one percent, right?"

"If you hand over half of the last cash you made to the group, I won't hold you responsible."

ha?
If you earn 100 yuan, do you give 50 yuan to the group?
What is this money?

Protection money?

"If you don't pursue this matter, what about the company?"

"I represent the group."

"If I say I won't pursue the matter, then no one in the group will hold you accountable."

"Understand?"

"From now on, you just need to work diligently at your beauty company."

Wang Zhiying quickly began to make plans in her mind.

"No need to calculate anymore, I've already calculated it for you."

"Even at the current asking price of 7 million, you can still make a profit."

Long Ruoli was confident, as if she had already thought of everything.

That assertive, strategic, and confident demeanor is both dangerous and captivating.

Su Cheng even saw a resemblance to the old man in Long Ruoli.

Wang Zhiying thought about it a lot.

She definitely doesn't want to serve fourteen years in prison; she'll be almost fifty when she gets out.

But she didn't want others to share her money; having half of it taken away was more painful than cutting off her own flesh.

That's a lot, a lot, a lot of money!
Is it just going to be taken away like that?!
Wang Zhiying even considered whether to abscond with the money, deciding where to buy plane tickets and where to transfer flights... but the reality was that Long Ruoli would definitely not give her that opportunity.

The legal department of the Dihao Group may have already drafted the lawsuit; she will be barred from leaving the country if she can't even leave this door.

After a difficult internal struggle, Wang Zhiying finally had no choice but to agree.

Facing Long Ruoli, she had no chance to fight back and could only be slaughtered at his mercy.

Su Cheng was amazed by Long Ruoli's decisive and efficient way of doing things.

She didn't just rise to power by clinging to an old man; she also has considerable abilities of her own.

Don't say Wang Zhiying had no way to fight back.

Given this situation, Su Cheng dared not make any rash moves, much less interfere.

"Okay, that's all I have to say."

"Is there anything else you want to say?"

"If you don't have anything, please leave. I have other things to take care of."

Long Ruoli gave Zhao Peng and Wang Zhiying the order to leave.

The two left.

Su Cheng glanced at Long Ruoli silently and asked cautiously, "Um, President Long, are we really going to ask the Boxer Group for 600 million US dollars?"

"A price of 100 million US dollars is already very good. If you miss this opportunity, you may never get another chance."

"This offer is an opportunity for 'Heart Signal,' and what I mean is that it's also a good opportunity for our Emgrand Group to cash out and exit."

"I doubt they'll give me six hundred million dollars, and I never intended to sell it for six hundred million dollars."

"That is??"

"What I want is the right to negotiate with the boxers' group."

"Our group has no plans or budget for further development in this area."

"We'll sell as much as we can."

"If we sell it for one more dollar, our group will earn one more dollar, right?"

That's it?

Gone?

So you just want to make more money?
Long Ruoli suddenly revealed a smile that resembled that of a senior looking at a junior: "Team Leader Su, you still have a lot to learn!"

Su Cheng: ???
No, what kind of look is that?

Su Cheng sensed something else in her words.

Is Long Ruoli trying to say that with his current strength and level of cultivation, he still needs to undergo a long period of training in the successor program?
Su Cheng didn't care much about money.

If Long Ruoli can really reach an agreement with the boxer group, he can get a bigger share of the money.

What Su Cheng cares about now is whether Long Ruoli has found out that he also holds shares in "Heart Signal".

Judging from her behavior just now, it's highly likely that she didn't find anything.

Su Cheng's firewall is very well done; he is confident in his circumvention methods.

Even so, Su Cheng still had a problem.

The group assigned him to be in charge of the "Heart Signal" project, which included investigating the equity structure and the true identities of the shareholders.

Now that this bomb has been dropped, Su Cheng will also be held accountable.

However, Long Ruoli never mentioned his negligence or dereliction of duty from beginning to end.

Su Cheng wondered if he could try to understand it from a different perspective:

Is this an olive branch that Long Ruoli has extended to him?

(End of this chapter)