Gao Shen understands company law.

His idea directly helped Han Lie bypass the most troublesome step.

The previous 6% of shares could have been obtained at any time, so why not retrieve them immediately and let a mysterious company hold them?

Because transferring shares to external individuals requires the consent of all company shareholders.

As of now, Han Lie is considered an external party to the company.

But once Gao Diaomao fulfills his contract and hands over that 20% to Han Lie, he becomes one of the shareholders, an insider. Then, in acquiring more company shares, he would no longer need to go through the shareholders’ meeting.

The stealth, confidentiality, and surprise jump up several notches.

However, the shares beyond Gao Diaomao’s control are limited, so no matter how stealthy or surprising, it’s meaningless if they can’t be acquired.

Until now, Han Lie suddenly saw the real possibility of swallowing Gao Yuan Real Estate.

Bear in mind, digging a pit for Gao Diaomao ≠ Sending him to eat bedding ≠ Swallowing Gao Yuan Real Estate.

These are three related but fundamentally different matters.

The former is already settled;

The second is still uncertain, depending on how things develop;

The third is the hardest, requiring extremely exquisite operation.

But with Gao Shen personally delivering himself... nothing is a problem anymore.

"Isn’t it a bit unethical?"

Han Lie frowned, appearing somewhat tempted, yet showing clear hesitation and conflict.

"I’m not taking your father’s shares to switch to real estate, but because there’s a certain profit margin at the financial level. Actually, 20% is enough. If I acquire your shares, it might unnecessarily arouse suspicion from your father. What’s the point?"

Gao Shen was overjoyed, feeling that his thoughts had never been clearer.

"How could it be pointless?

I understand my father’s operational mindset too. How much more profit will there be when 11% more shares are successfully acquired?

I really can’t wait that long; the P2P company is at a critical point, otherwise, wouldn’t it be nice to sit and wait for appreciation?

Of course, I don’t want to hide from you, having the shares with me is useless. Profits, dividends, none of it reaches me, so exchanging space for time is the right strategy.

Therefore, you don’t need to worry about me asking an exorbitant price. I guarantee it’ll be a fair market value, fulfilling our needs, a win-win..."

Yes, indeed a win-win, I win twice.

Han Lie suppressed a laugh, sat there considering for about a minute, and finally spoke.

"But isn’t this the joint marital property of you and Sister Bai? Given your current situation... I can buy at most half, otherwise, once Xiaoxue asks, I can’t explain."

Gao Shen became anxious immediately: "But..."

"Stop!"

Han Lie didn’t let him finish, directly interrupting.

"I hope you can understand one thing—for me, not doing business with your family, I can still take on other financing cases, it’s just a matter of earning more or less.

Your proposal does have some attraction, but the additional benefits are not enough for me to sacrifice my reputation and make Xiaoshuang Xiaoxue unhappy.

My reputation and image are worth more than you imagine, understand?"

Gao Shen was quite frustrated by Han Lie’s firm stance.

Yet, beyond frustration and resentment, he felt increasingly reassured.

Look at Teacher Han’s vision!

What isn’t there to trust in collaborating with someone like this?!

"Alright..."

Gao Shen thought long and hard, but still didn’t dare to persuade Han Lie further. He just said dejectedly, "But selling only 5.5% of shares is far from the ideal start-up capital..."

"Gao Ge, with me, money is never a problem."

Han Lie stepped forward, patting Gao Shen on the shoulder, speaking with a hint of grand delusion.

"You focus on your tasks, do them solidly. Once I’ve sorted things out with your father, I can find you funding anytime, or even invest myself.

Three to five billion isn’t a problem for me, you believe that, right?"

Gao Shen’s spirit lifted at once: "Of course! Who doesn’t know that the projects you’re handling now all start at billions..."

After a stroke of flattery, the little green kid’s heart felt lively again.

Indeed!

I can bring Han Lie on board as a company shareholder!

Not to mention development funds, when his career advances to the next level, and his network expands further, just the name "Teacher Han" will be worth a great deal!

This can work!

Seeing Gao Shen regain his vitality, Han Lie smiled with satisfaction, encouraging him from a position of superiority.

"Alright, we’ll see when the time comes.

Given our relationship, I’m not playing games with you, let me be frank—I will definitely determine whether to invest myself or help you find financing based on the actual situation.

You should be able to understand the difference.

If you really can do it, do it well enough to make me applaud, then I’ll support you however needed.

Three to five billion, effort and resources, it’s just a matter of saying the word.

So... go for it!

The stage is set for you, whether it’s ringing the bell for a listing or going home sheepishly to apologize to Director Gao, it’s not up to me, but you!"

Having injected a strong boost, Gao Shen’s eyes turned red.

Though the line "given our relationship" stung a bit, he no longer cared.

If I can build the new platform into something worth billions or even ring the bell at the stock exchange...

Damn, I’d be a new financial magnate, chairman and CEO of a listed company, one of Magic Capital’s top ten outstanding youths, a leader among new-generation entrepreneurs. Even my dad, old Gao, would be licking my boots, what kind of woman couldn’t I get?!