Chapter 320 - 297: A Person Like This Is Suited to Be a General Without an Army
Chapter 320: Chapter 297: A Person Like This Is Suited to Be a General Without an Army
"Of course, I can also offer a guarantee that Tianxin will always belong to Xia Country."
Ye Ling seemed to sense what he was thinking and said with a faint smile.
Upon hearing this, Dong Xun’s brow unfurrowed. He couldn’t help but remark, "You... In your generation’s slang, you’re what they call ’sly.’"
In just a few short sentences, Ye Ling had made his stance perfectly clear.
First, Tianxin’s value was undeniable. It would be impossible for anyone to leverage their power to get a big return on a small investment!
Because Tianxin had better options!
But Ye Ling also understood Dong Xun’s bottom line, which was why he offered a guarantee...
Tianxin would always belong to Xia Country, so there was no need to worry about its technology flowing abroad.
This was crucial!
And it was precisely what Dong Xun cared about most.
"This is a show of good faith," Ye Ling corrected him. "And good faith is the prerequisite for any partnership, isn’t it?"
"So we need to show our good faith as well, is that right?"
Dong Xun retorted.
Ye Ling said nothing, merely smiling as he watched him.
"We can handle everything for the factory’s land and construction, help with all the approval processes, and on top of that, invest an additional ten billion Huaxia Coin in funding!"
Dong Xun paused for a moment before adding, "Our requirement remains the same: we want to be partners."
"Fifty billion," Ye Ling countered, not accepting immediately but instead making an outrageous demand.
"You know our budget is tight..." Dong Xun hesitated, then said, "Let’s say fifteen billion."
"Thirty billion," Ye Ling continued, raising his offer.
His expression was perfectly composed, his face radiating confidence.
"Twenty-five billion. That’s my absolute limit."
Dong Xun silently observed Ye Ling’s expression, sighed inwardly, and stated through gritted teeth.
’This young man is truly a tough negotiator!’
"Deal!"
Ye Ling agreed with great decisiveness.
"You..."
Dong Xun was taken aback.
’So decisive?’
’Why do I have a feeling I’ve been had...’
"President Dong has shown his good faith, so naturally, we couldn’t push you too hard," Ye Ling said with a faint smile.
’Truthfully... if he had held out a little longer, I might have even agreed to twenty billion.’
After all, the faction behind Dong Xun was exactly what Tianxin Technology Company needed!
As for the reason... it had been explained before. They could provide many conveniences.
These conveniences, all intangible, would help Tianxin Technology Company reach the top more easily!
But since the other party had caved, Ye Ling naturally wouldn’t be courteous about it.
’A fat piece of meat like this had just fallen into his lap. How could he not enjoy it?’
To Ye Ling, it was very delicious indeed!
That was a whole ten billion Huaxia Coin!
Hearing Ye Ling’s words, the corner of Dong Xun’s mouth couldn’t help but twitch.
’Twenty-five billion was basically the absolute limit of the funds I could apply for, alright?’
’And he calls this not pushing me too hard?’
Dong Xun was really feeling the pressure!
"As for the factory’s location, I’d like it to be near Modu," Ye Ling now stated his own requirement.
"You can rest assured on that point. We have an unallocated parcel of land in the new tech district on the outskirts of Modu."
Dong Xun paused briefly, then added, "The lot is more than large enough, and the location is excellent."
"Then I must thank you, President Dong!" Ye Ling said with a smile.
"This time, you’ve really bled me dry."
Dong Xun couldn’t help but sigh. "Forget the twenty-five billion—the value of this land alone is worth far more than that!"
Ye Ling wasn’t surprised by this.
Modu was now one of Xia Country’s top economic hubs, its status second only to the Imperial Capital!
And it was truly difficult to put a price on land in Modu’s science and education district...
As long as Modu’s economic status held, that land would remain priceless!
"A pleasure doing business with you," Ye Ling said with a small smile, extending his hand.
"A pleasure doing business with you," Dong Xun replied, also extending his hand for a light shake.
"Regarding the subsequent contract details, I still have matters to attend to in the Imperial Capital, so I’ll have Huang Wenwen be your point of contact," said Dong Xun.
"No problem."
Ye Ling nodded. "I have her contact information."
After leaving the secluded cafe, Ye Ling didn’t rush back to Tomson Riviera but instead headed to Shengding Group.
He didn’t intend to handle the follow-up matters himself. Instead, he planned to give Zhu Yun full authority to manage them.
’With her capabilities, she was the most suitable person to handle these things!’
"President Ye, please rest assured. I will do my best to handle everything!" Zhu Yun said earnestly.
’Ye Ling couldn’t help but marvel inwardly. As expected of the talent provided by the sign-in system!’
’If it were anyone else, they probably would have started complaining about how much work it was, right?’
But Zhu Yun didn’t complain in the slightest. Even though these tasks were originally outside her job description, she still tackled them with earnest diligence!
Ye Ling had always been very satisfied with this aspect of her character.
It was also why he entrusted her with important matters.
"Have you considered a change of scenery for your career development?" Ye Ling inquired.
"A change of scenery?" Zhu Yun froze for a second, then asked nervously, "President Ye... did I do something wrong?"
"You’ve misunderstood me."
Ye Ling smiled, waved his hand dismissively, and explained, "What I mean is, Tianxin Technology Company is in need of a Chief Executive Officer."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yun froze again, but the next moment, a look of excitement crossed her face.
"You mean..." Zhu Yun couldn’t help but stammer.
"I need a public face for the company, and I believe you’re the right person for the job."
Ye Ling shared his thoughts, then added, "Of course, this is just my proposal. The final decision is up to you."
’Ye Ling had been mulling this idea over for a long time, and he had been observing her to see if she was worthy of his trust...’
He had no intention of stepping into the spotlight himself. He much preferred pulling the strings from the shadows to standing under the glare of the flashbulbs.
After all, the moment he became the public face, it would mean he could no longer live a normal life.
He’d have to worry about being spotted even if he just wanted to go sing karaoke at a KTV. It would cause too much trouble!
"Thank you, Chairman Ye!" Zhu Yun said respectfully.
"You’ve earned it," Ye Ling said with a wave of his hand.
’Ever since he took over Shengding Group, she had basically handled most of its affairs!’
Ye Ling was never stingy with those who had earned their keep. Rewards were given where rewards were due.
’After all, is someone who only ever delegates tasks without ever giving rewards truly fit to be a leader?’
’In Ye Ling’s opinion, that kind of person was only fit to be a general with no army!’