If this gets out and gets known to outsiders, I'm afraid that not only will our Lin family lose face, but the Lin family's century-old reputation and reputation for courteous hospitality will also be ridiculed and discussed by people from all walks of life in Hong Kong, right?"
Gao Qiaohao's words accurately hit what Mr. Lin cared about most, the dignity and reputation of the Lin family.
This is a matter of treating the person differently. Tycoons of Mr. Lin's age are generally quite stubborn and good at putting on airs.
Especially in front of young people, he behaves like an old senior and does not take the young people's achievements into consideration at all.
Kobayashi Tenwang is praised as a genius by the outside world and is considered to be the top young talent in Hong Kong Island, but in the eyes of Mr. Lin, he is just a young man who has just started out.
Those achievements he made might have been manipulated and planned by some elders behind the scenes!
Therefore, the contempt for Kobayashi Tenwang is naturally justified.
However, after hearing what Gao Qiaohao said, the old man's face suddenly changed, and then he snorted heavily.
He turned around and vented his anger on his eldest son standing beside him, shouting unhappily, "Wenhan! How do you treat guests? You're still standing there when the distinguished guest arrives? Where's the chair? Where's the tea? What did I teach you? You don't even know this little bit of etiquette? You're embarrassing yourself!"
"Yes! Yes! Father taught me that! It was my negligence!"
Lin Wenhan wiped his sweat as if he had been pardoned. He called out to the servants, "Quick! Show Mr. Lin and Mr. Gao a seat! Bring us the best Longjing tea!"
Lin Huowang, however, remained calm from beginning to end, as if the embarrassing scene just now had never happened.
Then, he walked calmly to the guest seat and sat down, calm and elegant, like a handsome gentleman.
Lin Huowang knew very well that to deal with an old stubborn man like Grandpa Lin, he must not confront him head-on, but should play around with him like Gao Qiaohao just did, cleverly seize his loopholes with words, and then attack what he really cares about.
When the servant served the steaming hot tea, Lin Huowang gently picked up the blue and white porcelain cup, opened the lid, and a refreshing fragrance filled his nose.
He took a sip and immediately praised, "Excellent tea. It's mellow and has a long aftertaste. Mr. Lin is indeed a man who understands tea."
Putting down the teacup, Lin Huowang looked at Lin Xiufeng, whose face was still not looking good, and spoke slowly, his tone calm but full of power: "Mr. Lin, in fact, whether it is being a person or doing things, sometimes it is like making and tasting tea.
If you overcook the tea, the tea's fragrance won't come out; if you steep it for too long, the tea will taste bitter. When you truly savor the tea, you can't be impatient or anxious; you need to calmly savor the flavor.
After drinking it, you should savor the sweetness. Isn't that the truth?"
He used tea as a metaphor to resolve the conflict and to set the tone for the subsequent negotiations.
Old Master Lin's expression eased slightly, but his eyes remained sharp. "Humph, you're a fake Japanese devil, but you actually understand our Chinese tea ceremony quite well. But don't beat around the bush with me, an old man! Put away your vague rhetoric!"
If you want to negotiate with ATV, then let's have a real talk! I'll give you ten minutes! Within ten minutes, if you can come up with a compelling reason that convinces me to sell it to you, I'll sign it immediately! If you can't..."
He snorted coldly, his unfinished meaning was self-evident.
Of course, Kobayashi Tenwang and his gang must get out immediately.
In fact, to be honest, Lin Huowang still prefers dealing with people like Mr. Lin. They are more straightforward and frank. If it is okay, it is okay, and if it is not okay, it is not okay. If you don't want to convince me, you have to give enough reasons.
It's not like scheming against those old British bastards. If you're not careful, you'll be plotted against by them.
Therefore, Lin Huowang stopped beating around the bush and went straight to the point:
"Alright! Mr. Lin, you're a quick-witted person! Then I'll be frank. You acquired ATV with great ambition, wanting to challenge TVB's dominance. I admire your courage!"
But, with all due respect, you are throwing eggs against stones, and you are courting death!"
When Lin Xiufeng heard this, his face instantly darkened, and the hand holding the crutch exerted a little force, as if he was about to pick up the crutch to hit someone in the next second.
Lin Wenhan looked at his father nervously, while Lin Wenhao raised his eyebrows, thinking that Lin Huowang's words were too arrogant and direct.
Lin Huowang ignored their reactions and continued his analysis calmly, "TVB has been run by Run Run Shaw and Mona Fong for many years. They are wealthy and powerful, and their foundation is unfathomable.
Their production teams, artist resources, broadcasting channels, and advertiser networks have already formed an absolute monopoly advantage.
How long has ATV been on the air? With an unstable foundation, a shortage of talent, and a lack of innovative content, how can it compete with TVB? Is it money? TVB currently relies on the popularity of the Miss Hong Kong pageant and advertising revenue, ensuring a steady flow of cash.
Competing on content? TVB's accumulated experience over more than a decade, including its script library and production experience, is something ATV can't even begin to match in a short period of time. Competing on talent? Almost all of Hong Kong's best television talent is concentrated in TVB and ATV. How many can ATV poach?
"With all due respect, Mr. Lin, even though you have ambitions, ATV is under your control. Limited by capital investment, shareholder constraints, a lack of resources, and TVB's suppression, there is only one way out: bankruptcy! Suspension of broadcasting! All the hard work and money you invested will ultimately be lost!"
These words, like a cold knife, cut open the cruel reality that ATV faced.
Lin Xiufeng's face had become extremely ugly, and his brows were tightly furrowed, because he knew very well that every word Lin Huowang said was true and not an exaggeration.
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