Xingtie, my life is like walking on thin ice

It was a wise choice to let Zhuqing come to negotiate this time.

Sure enough, no matter how much time has passed, I still regret letting this little guy go so easily.

"Don't worry, Mr. Aifa. This news is currently known only to a few of us. If you agree to our request, I promise you that this news will not even appear in the mission logs of the two ladies."

It seems to be an active retreat, but in fact it is the biggest blow that breaks the defense line. In this case, Jade naturally does not mind adding this last straw that breaks the camel's back.

"Aifa Odi and Sea Patrolman Qingzhu had a three-minute conversation during the negotiation. In the end, Aifa Odi agreed to the company's request. What do you think?"

If the negotiations fail today, it is only a matter of time before the company discovers the information that Zhu Qing mentioned. It is much better to bring it up now than to be discovered by the company later. After all, if we negotiate at that time, Pinoconico will really have no initiative at all.

"How can you guarantee that what you said is true?"

"It seems you don't know me well enough. I have a hobby in business. Compared to exploitation, I prefer win-win situations. For this reason, I don't mind doing some unnecessary things."

Zhu Qing spread out one hand and said, "If you are interested, you can check out the deals I discussed in the company before."

"Ho ho ho ho... Glad you became a Sea Ranger."

Old Aodi said something without any context, and then his eyes turned to Feicui.

He had no chance of winning this negotiation. From the very beginning, the other party had seen through his intentions and had even given him a response plan.

It can be said that even if he really fought to the death, at most the company would get nothing, but if Pinocchio was finished, it would be really finished.

“What does the company want?”

"In Asdena, the company needs allies. How about 30 percent of the shares?"

Feicui originally thought that it might take some time for Zhuqing to get the 30% stake in this negotiation, but she didn't expect the other party to actually take the initiative to propose it.

Since the other party took the initiative to bring it up, she didn't mind giving him face, nor did she mind giving Zhu Qing face.

Now that she has the initiative, it's not impossible for her to ask for more, but in the long run, it's not cost-effective. She likes to play the long game and catch the big fish.

"As for our personal assurances, they were obviously not very convincing, so we prepared a plan."

"Oh?"

Old Odi became interested.

"The company is willing to offer 5% of its shares to allow a third party to participate. What do you think?"

Old Emperor Ao's gaze fell on Zhu Qing.

"I'm just here to do Ms. Emerald a small favor."

It’s not that Feicui didn’t tell him about this in the message, he just rejected it.

Seeing Zhu Qing's denial, Old Emperor Ao just thought about it and guessed the candidate.

"Star Train?"

"As expected of Mr. Odi."

Jade nodded. "Letting the Star Train act as the middleman will surely reassure Mr. Odi, right?"

After all, these unknown guests on the Starry Sky Train have a close relationship with Pinocchio, and as good guys known throughout the galaxy, their character is naturally trustworthy.

"Wow, wow, wow... The company is so generous. If Pinocchio doesn't do something, it'll seem a bit stingy."

Old Odi looked at Zhu Qing and said, "In that case, I, Old Odi, will make the decision and give Mr. Zhu Qing 5% of the shares. After all, Mr. Zhu Qing has done so much for Pinocchio, he can't go back empty-handed."

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Zhu Qing slowly typed a question mark.

He knew clearly what the old emperor's purpose was, which was simply to tie him to this battleship as well.

Although Zhu Qing would take care of Pinocchio if anything happened even if nothing happened, for Old Aodi, it was more of a peace of mind.

"I heard earlier that Mr. Zhuqing seemed to have been noticed by Him. Although I don't know why, I think Mr. Zhuqing deserves the family's recognition."

"..."

"Mr. Aifa, I think you need to understand that I cannot represent the Sea Rangers."

He can only represent himself. Most of the sea patrol knights are alone. Zhu Qing can gather the sea patrol knights not by relying on his own reputation.

If he really relies on himself, he can get a lot of people to come, but it is impossible to achieve such a large scale as before.

"Old Odi, I understand, so I gave it to Mr. Zhuqing."

"..."

Zhu Qing actually didn't really want to accept it. It wasn't a big deal. If Pinocchio really got into trouble, he couldn't just ignore it. But if he didn't accept it, the old Aodi would probably think too much.

He sighed softly.

"In that case, thank you very much, Mr. Aifa."

Feicui, who was standing by, glanced at Zhuqing and laughed.

"Mr. Odi is very generous, but he did not return empty-handed."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Qing nodded. A sword created by a star god is not something that can be bought with money.

"Ho ho ho ho, I, Old Odi, can't get involved in the affairs of young people."

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......

The negotiation was basically over, and the remaining details had nothing to do with Zhuqing. He and Topa came out together.

Topa went to invite Ji Zi, and as for Zhu Qing... after the matter was over, he planned to take a stroll and inform the big star of the results of the negotiation.

"Then I'll be leaving first. When you and Shajin are free, remember to call me."

"Once this matter is taken care of, there shouldn't be any more problems. You and Shajin have been at Pinocchio longer than I have. You can decide where to eat. It's my treat."

Hearing this, Zhu Qing smiled and said, "We haven't seen each other for so long, how can I let you treat me?"

"You two have been busy for so long, so I'm just taking some credit for free. Don't be polite to me. Besides, it doesn't matter who treats us."

Although every inch of land in Pinocchio is valuable, for them, as long as they are willing, there is no pressure to live here for the rest of their lives.

"That's fine. Let Shajin choose the place. He's quite picky."

Topa couldn't help but laugh, it's true.

"I have something else to do here, so I won't talk any more. See you later."

She waved and turned away.

Zhu Qing also left here. He had to tell Xiao Niao first, so that she wouldn't have to worry about Pinocchio while preparing for the Harmonious Music Ceremony.

Following the address, I arrived at the backstage. At this time, Robin was still memorizing her lines. It was impossible for her to improvise on such an important occasion. In addition, with the series of events that happened, the lines had to be changed temporarily.

Zhu Qing felt a little overwhelmed just by looking at it. It was really hard for her to be so calm and concentrate on carrying this thing.

The girl recited the poem very seriously and didn't react even when Zhu Qing walked aside.

"Can I have a moment of your time, Miss Robin?"

"Feel sorry......"

Xiaoniao said the word "sorry" reflexively, and just as she was about to continue, she realized what was going on.

Who else could it be this familiar voice?

The girl raised her head with some resentment, "You are teasing me again, Zhuqing."

"It's just that you're so serious, I'm afraid to scare you."

Zhu Qing laughed and said, "It's true that I took up some of your time. The negotiations are over."

The robin was silent for a few seconds before he said, "What's the situation?"

"Well, it went pretty smoothly. The company acquired 30% of the shares and gave 5% of them to Star Train."

"Pinocone doesn't have much power to protect itself right now. With the company moving in, at least we don't have to worry about security issues. Plus, with the Star Train as a witness, there's no need to worry about Pinocone changing too much."

"This is the best outcome."

The robin was not too surprised, she could guess the result.

"Thank you, Zhuqing."

"I've already told you, no need to be so polite, big star. Also, the head of the Alfalfa family, Mr. Odi, gave me 5% of Pinocchio's shares."

Hearing this, Robin stood up, her tone a little nervous.

"You accepted it?"

She was not worried about the shares, but was worried about the purpose behind the shares.

"The other party wants to buy peace of mind, so they have to accept it."

Zhu Qing's tone didn't sound very concerned.

"But......"

"If anything happens to Pinocchio, the family will have a reason to ask me for help, right?"

"Ah."

"If something like this happens again, do you think I will ignore it even if the family doesn't say anything?"

"..."

It seems...that's right?

"Besides, this is your home after all. If something really happens to you, you won't be able to rest easy."

Zhu Qing smiled and said, "Don't worry too much about it, big star. Instead of worrying about this matter, you should think carefully about how to use the 5% dividend."

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The robin typed a question mark.

"Since Mr. Odi has given you these shares, it's natural for you to arrange them."

Zhu Qing spread out his hands. "I've already made arrangements. The commission I earned is enough for my own use. Instead of just sitting there with the money, why not do something good? You're much more familiar with this than I am."

"..."

"Okay, I'll make the arrangements once this is over."

There was a hint of helplessness in Robin's tone. This was not a small amount of money, and she really had to think carefully about how to deal with it.

Hmm... add some for yourself and set up a foundation in both of your names?

"correct."

Before the robin could think about it, Zhu Qing spoke again.

"Sunday's affairs have been dealt with. The company will pick him up. As for where he will go after that, I didn't ask."

Hearing this, Xiaoniao's eyes dimmed for a moment, but she soon perked up again.

"This is the best possible outcome."

"Aren't you going to meet him?"

The robin shook his head. "My brother probably doesn't want to see me anymore. Besides, I don't know what to say if we meet again."

"It's enough to hear that my brother is okay."

Although Sunday did something wrong, he was still her blood brother after all, and she couldn't just ignore it.

"Don't push yourself, big star."

Zhu Qing advised softly, "I'm on this ship, you can tell me anything."

"I feel relieved with your words. Don't worry, I'm not as fragile as you think."

The robin smiled again, and compared to before, her smile was not forced, but very gentle.

"I never thought you were fragile."

Hearing this, the robin arched his eyebrows.

"In that case, I can't let you down."

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