Solving Middle Age Crisis by Intelligence System-Chapter 613 - 408: Collaboration with the Wealthiest Entrepreneur
Faced with the question posed by Qi Yun, Liu Guangxin nodded decisively: "Of course, the advancement in technology development not only requires burning money but also requires a lot of time, which cannot be replaced by those refrigerators and color TVs."
"If any car company truly possesses technology far superior to its competitors, consumers will definitely buy it."
After speaking, he paused and looked at Qi Yun, asking, "So, is President Qi also interested in car manufacturing?"
Qi Yun smiled and waved his hand: "Haha, I’m just an outsider. I just took this opportunity to learn more from you."
He did not voice his thoughts, as it was still too early to discuss this when even a battery production base had not yet been established.
Liu Guangxin laughed twice and did not pursue further questions.
Seeing that they had almost finished eating, Qi Yun steered the conversation back on track to today’s agenda: "President Liu, actually, the reason I invited you today is, firstly, to learn from you directly."
"And secondly, to discuss a business deal with you."
Liu Guangxin put down his chopsticks, a look of interest on his face: "Oh? President Qi, please tell me more."
In truth, he was also curious about the purpose of meeting this emerging talent, but people at his level are very composed and never initiate conversations to avoid losing the upper hand.
Qi Yun took out a tablet from the briefcase on the chair next to him, unlocked it, and pushed it in front of Liu Guangxin: "President Liu, please take a look at this first."
The content displayed on the tablet was the approval document for Hong Kong Island’s virtual currency business license.
Liu Guangxin picked up the tablet, and when his eyes fell on the document title, he clearly paused, then turned his head and gave Qi Yun a surprised look before continuing to browse the content.
Upon seeing the seal of the President of the Hong Kong Island Financial Authority at the end, he was completely taken aback.
"This... this document..."
Qi Yun smiled at him: "I have some friends on Hong Kong Island. I heard that President Liu has been researching this recently, so I wanted to ask if you’re interested."
"Everything is arranged with the Hong Kong Island Financial Authority. As long as you have this document, you can seamlessly apply for the license."
Liu Guangxin put down the tablet, his gaze returning to Qi Yun’s face.
Only he knew how difficult it was to obtain this VASP license.
The title of Asia’s financial center is not for nothing. There are countless conglomerates on Hong Kong Island, and there are more than ten large conglomerates eyeing this license, so the competition is fiercely predictable.
Even as the richest man in J Province, he hadn’t found a way to get this thing.
In order to establish a connection with a deputy director of the Hong Kong Island Financial Authority, he had flown to Hong Kong Island more than once, with gifts worth tens of millions, and he couldn’t even give them away.
Yet this young man lightly placed the approval document in front of him, as if it were not a coveted item for which countless conglomerates would vie, but an easily obtainable token from a bathhouse.
Liu Guangxin took a sip of tea to suppress his shock and asked, in a somewhat complicated tone: "Do you know the value of this document?"
Qi Yun shook his head: "Whether or not I know its value is not important, what’s important is whether President Liu needs it."
These words were also a test for Liu Guangxin.
Anyway, he already knew from the intelligence that the latter was even willing to spend five billion to buy this license. If the offer was too outrageous, he would drop the idea of collaborating on car manufacturing.
A brief silence fell in the private room before Liu Guangxin finally exclaimed again: "President Qi, you really opened my eyes."
"Thank you, I do need this approval document."
Some things cannot just be bought with money; to get this on Hong Kong Island, you need not only money but also very strong top-level connections.
Otherwise, you wouldn’t even have a chance to bid.
Moreover, there are many powerful conglomerates outside fighting for this lucrative opportunity, and their financial power is no less than that of him, the richest man.
So the fact that Qi Yun is willing to discuss this deal with him is indeed something to be grateful for.
"President Liu, you’re being too polite. We’re fellow countrymen, and if I can assist you, I’m naturally more than happy to do so."
Liu Guangxin nodded, genuine in his words: "Alright, then I won’t say things like how I’ll remember it in my heart. If you need help in the future, just ask."
"Let’s discuss this approval document. What kind of price do I need to pay?"
"Cash or resources, we can discuss it all."
"Cash, then. May I ask what price President Liu is willing to offer?"
This question was something Qi Yun had considered deeply. He still had nearly 3 billion in cash on hand and wasn’t in immediate need of funds. Though the Guanghui Group’s industry was vast, it wasn’t something he was interested in.
So the best choice was to take some cash and dabble a bit in the virtual currency business.
Since Liu the Rich was willing to take the risk to spend six billion on the license, he must have prepared thoroughly; after all, he had countless professional analysts supporting him. Going along for the ride might even bring unexpected returns in the future.
Liu Guangxin thought for a moment, extending two fingers: "Six billion, what do you think?"
Seeing that the other party did not haggle and even added an extra billion to the expected price, Qi Yun was quite satisfied with this. At least it proved that Liu the Rich was a sincere person.
If in the future he wanted to venture into car manufacturing, he could possibly collaborate with him.
Thinking of this, a broader smile spread across Qi Yun’s face, and he nodded: "I agree with the price of six billion, but I have another idea."
Liu Guangxin gestured with his hand: "Please go ahead."
"I’d like to take out half of the six billion to exchange for equity in your virtual currency business. As for how much of a percentage you’re willing to give, we can negotiate. I trust President Liu’s character."
"The virtual currency market is hot now and has great potential for the future. I’m not short of cash flow at the moment, so I was thinking it might be beneficial to learn some experience from you."
"If there’s a suitable opportunity in the future, we can venture into other fields together."
Qi Yun spoke sincerely and added: "Of course, my shares would only earn dividends. I won’t be involved in daily operations or interfere with your decisions."
"If you think it’s not appropriate, we’ll stick to the cash transaction, and I won’t have a word to say against it."
After listening, Liu Guangxin tapped his fingers on his thigh, looking at Qi Yun with a hint of surprise.
He hadn’t expected Qi Yun to propose this kind of suggestion.
The fact that he managed to acquire the approval document means he has strong connections at the top level of Hong Kong Island, which is quite appealing to him. It would play a significant role in future business expansion and in dealing with top-level regulatory bodies.
Moreover, Qi Yun’s non-involvement in management means he could fully control the pace, leaving him no reason to refuse.
"Alright! I agree!"
Liu Guangxin accepted almost without a second thought and extended his hand to Qi Yun with a smile: "I’m also very eager to connect with young people like President Qi."
With this, the two officially reached a cooperative agreement, a mutually beneficial win-win situation. 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎
This was also Qi Yun’s first time partnering with such a top business magnate, on an equal footing.
Congratulations, blg! ^_^
