The Great Sage Returns from Ten Years of Imprisonment

In a luxury suite on the tenth floor of the Peninsula Hotel.

The meeting between Zhang Lu and the vice president of Hearst Group has lasted for more than ten minutes.

Michael, the senior vice president, was not very interested in Zhang Lu's proposal that Lingyun wanted to acquire a portion of Hearst's shares.

In McCormick, Hearst Corporation is a family business with a sound financial position and currently has no intention of selling equity or bringing in external shareholders.

Moreover, it's even more impossible for investors from China.

Not only that, Michael also appeared quite wary.

When Attorney Zhang explained that Ling Yun was just an individual who dabbled in financial investment and had no government background, Michael relaxed a little.

But that was all; he kept shaking his head like a rattle drum!

Seeing that this guy was unmoved by reason, Zhang Lu had no choice but to change his tactics and come up with a second plan.

"Mr. Michael, as I just mentioned, my client is a professional in the financial investment field with sharp investment acumen and astonishing wealth!"

"According to my client, he discovered information in the international financial markets that Hearst Corporation is preparing to launch a major acquisition."

"Due to the financial crisis and the relatively singular nature of the group's business, Hearst Group's cash flow is somewhat tight. To complete this acquisition, it will inevitably need to raise a large amount of external financing."

Michael was completely stunned, speechless and frozen on the sofa.

He never expected that Zhang Lu would bring up this matter, hitting Hearst Group right where it hurts.

Hearst Corporation is indeed planning such a merger and acquisition, and is seeking substantial financing and partners in the European and American financial markets, but unfortunately, it faces numerous difficulties.

As Zhang Lu said, even the big players in the European and American financial markets are now running out of resources, and financing is many times more difficult than before!

But this matter has only been going on for a few days, and its spread hasn't even left the American capital circle yet. How did it spread to China so quickly?

Michael looked at Lawyer Zhang in surprise, completely bewildered.

Looking at Zhang Lu again, he continued to speak eloquently with a smile on his face.

"In the international financial market during the financial crisis, almost all banks faced survival difficulties, and their access to financing was almost completely cut off."

"If I'm not mistaken, Hearst Corporation is currently facing considerable trouble, and this acquisition may have to be suspended until the financing issues are resolved."

"But for my client, financing is not a problem. He is very willing to cooperate with you to complete the acquisition and promote the diversification of Hearst Group."

"Of course, our financing comes with conditions. The condition is that we can acquire at least 8% of Hearst Group's equity at market price."

"Alternatively, we can use the financing we provide to offset this cost. In this way, Hearst Group wouldn't have to repay this financing, which would greatly alleviate Hearst Group's operational pressure..."

Hearing this, Michael could no longer contain his curiosity and asked:

"Hello, Attorney Zhang, I'd like to ask what your client's name is? Is he a famous billionaire?"

"From what you've said, he seems to be a very wealthy investment expert. Such people are extremely rare. Perhaps I've heard of him before."

"I'd also like to ask where he got the information that Hearst Corporation needs a large amount of financing? I'd really like to know!"

Zhang Lu looked at the foreigner with a smile and gently shook his head.

"I'm very sorry, Mr. Michael, but I cannot tell you the name of this person I am representing right now; it's not the right time!"

"What I can tell you is that the institution that initiated this equity acquisition and may provide financing to Hearst Group is Siyuan Investment."

"If we can reach a preliminary cooperation agreement, you will naturally be able to meet with my client and begin further discussions."

"Oh, so mysterious?"

Michael exclaimed in surprise, his curiosity deepening.

The vice president of the fashion magazine sitting to the side also looked curious, but with a hint of regret.

He knew very well that the mysterious investment genius Zhang Lu had mentioned was very likely to become the new boss of the fashion magazine.

Zhang, acting as their lawyer, is reportedly in talks with the magazine's owner about the acquisition, and things are going very smoothly.

The fashion magazine was backed by China Textile Group, which initially took a rather tough stance, seemingly unwilling to have its controlling stake acquired by Siyuan Investment.

In just half a day, China Textile Group's attitude underwent a 180-degree turn, from opposition to unanimous support.

Nobody knows what happened behind the scenes, and everyone has different opinions!

Everyone is equally baffled as to who the owner of Siyuan Investment is!

The only certainty is that this future new boss is extremely wealthy.

It is said that the acquisition offer made by Zhang, representing him, was so astonishing that the original owners of China Textile Group and the magazine were reluctant to refuse, fearing that the other party might renege on the deal!

Soon, about an hour had passed.

Inside a luxury watch boutique in Oriental Plaza.

"Yunzi, what do you think of this watch? Do you like it? Your birthday is next month, how about I buy it for you as a birthday present?"

Yanzi pointed to a dazzling watch in the display case and asked.

As she spoke, Ling Yun glanced at the ultra-luxury watch worth millions.

At the same time, the two saleswomen standing to the side, as well as several customers in the store, all looked at the luxury watch and at Yanzi and Lingyun.

The difference was that the two saleswomen couldn't wait for Lingyun to agree immediately and accept this valuable birthday gift.

Once Yanzi buys this million-dollar luxury watch, they will definitely receive a substantial commission.

The customers looked at Ling Yun with suspicion and even disdain.

Lingyun was wearing a linen casual outfit that looked well-fitting and well-made, but there was no brand logo in sight.

Yanzi and Leilei, on the other hand, were wearing Chanel and Gucci's latest seasonal gowns respectively, and each carried a limited-edition Hermès bag.

Although they weren't wearing any particularly dazzling jewelry, the bright diamond-encrusted watches on their wrists were enough to show that they were quite wealthy!

In this situation, Ling Yun looks exactly like a gigolo who lives off a woman!

That's why those customers looked at them with disdain, and three of the men seemed to wish they could take their place!

Yanzi and Leilei not only look very rich, but they are also very beautiful and sexy!

Any man with a weak spine would want to be a gigolo for such a beautiful woman.

Ling Yun, however, didn't appreciate the gesture and shook his head with a smile.

"This watch is too flashy and doesn't suit my style. I wouldn't be able to wear it out, so I might as well not buy it."

"I've never really cared about birthdays. We can just have a meal together; there's no need to buy me a gift."

Upon hearing this, the two saleswomen rolled their eyes in annoyance.

Is this guy out of his mind? He's offering a top-tier luxury watch for free and he doesn't want it!

Would it kill you to take this watch? Even if you don't really like it, you can still make a fortune by selling it later!

Unlike them, those customers who secretly looked down on him actually had a better impression of him!

Yanzi looked at the watch again, then at Lingyun, and nodded.

"Alright, since you don't like this watch, then forget it. I'll prepare another gift for you later."

Before he could finish speaking, a pleasant bell rang out.

Ling Yun casually took out his phone, glanced at the caller ID, and immediately whispered:

"It's Attorney Zhang on the phone. I guess the negotiations have yielded results. I'll go take this call. You guys take a look at these watches and jewelry first."

After saying that, he walked straight to the rest area not far away, where there happened to be no one.