"Zhou Chen, I think you're just afraid of losing. If you're so confident, why don't you offer an equal stake?"
"Do you think you can scare people away with this kind of tactic? Don't dream. Since you want half of their business, then put all your business shares on the line. Do you dare?"
While Li Xiaolong kept a stern face
Zhou Ling suddenly stood up and spoke up for Li Xiaolong. These words caused a flash in Li Xiaolong's expression. His seriousness turned into a smile because he felt that Zhou Ling, this fool, had said something that was exactly what he wanted to hear, especially the part about using Zhou Chen's business as a stake. Wasn't that exactly what he had been thinking? It was perfect for Zhou Ling to say it for him.
"Half of my Li family's business shares aren't so easy to get. Don't even think about getting something for nothing. I can gamble with you, but do you dare gamble with me your business?"
Li Xiaolong believed he had regained control of the conversation and gained the upper hand.
Upon hearing this, Li Zhenrong, who was standing at the front of the crowd, frowned slightly. He felt that Li Xiaolong's words were not precise enough. If Zhou Chen agreed, wouldn't that mean that a betting agreement had been reached?
He's still young and too reckless.
Even if Zhou Chen offered all his shares, how could his business compare to the Li family's?
If it weren't for the presence of others, Li Zhenrong would definitely have spoken up and lectured Li Xiaolong. However, he wasn't too worried, as Zhou Chen would most likely find an excuse to prevent the bet from being completed.
Since that's the case, and Li Xiaolong said half of the Li family's shares are for sale, then half is fine too.
If he, as the maternal grandfather, were to speak up, it would only embarrass the Li family and undermine Li Xiaolong.
Li Zhenrong abandoned the idea of interrupting and decided to let Li Xiaolong do it himself. Little did he know that this decision would haunt him and cause him endless regret for the rest of his life.
He thought Zhou Chen wouldn't actually gamble with Li Xiaolong.
Little did they know, Zhou Chen had taken the gamble.
"Why wouldn't I dare? We'll each have half the business as a wager, and we'll sign a written agreement on the spot."
"I agree. Can you make the decisions for your Li family? If not, then get down here and stop making a fool of yourself."
Zhou Chen accepted the challenge, while simultaneously expressing his disdain for Li Xiaolong, who was not yet the current head of the Li family and could not truly make decisions.
Li Xiaolong was furious, but he also knew that he couldn't make the decision himself. It concerned half of the family business's shares, and even if he was certain of victory, he still had to ask his maternal grandfather, Li Zhenrong, for his opinion.
Instead of getting entangled with Zhou Chen,
Without saying a word, Li Xiaolong immediately ran back to Li Zhenrong's side, wanting to know Li Zhenrong's attitude.
"Grandpa...this bet..."
Are you confident?
"I have."
"Then do as you want. The Li family will eventually be handed over to you. I hope you can let everyone know that my choice was right and that you will not embarrass me."
Li Zhenrong spoke calmly, his tone and expression revealing no emotion whatsoever.
Li Xiaolong, who was familiar with Li Zhenrong, was slightly taken aback, and a feeling of emotion welled up in his heart. He knew that Li Zhenrong had high hopes for him and had long hoped that he could take over the Li family. However, he was too young. Even though he showed extraordinary business talent, he was still a young man. As a result, Li Zhenrong had to pave the way for him to take over the Li family.
At that moment, Li Xiaolong saw Li Zhenrong's expectations of him. He knew that this time, he could only succeed and could not fail. Otherwise, it would not only disappoint Li Zhenrong, but he would also not forgive himself.
He had inside information, like answering questions while looking at the answers in an exam. If he still lost to Zhou Chen, he might as well jump into the river.
"I will never let you down or embarrass you."
With a determined look in his eyes and the support of Li Zhenrong, Li Xiaolong returned to the stage and stood upright.
"Zhou Chen, my Li family is taking this bet with you!"
"If you don't dare to do it, you'll regret it later, but it's not too late now."
Li Xiaolong's voice carried throughout the banquet hall through the speakers, attracting the attention of people who had left other banquet halls, and filling the entire hall with onlookers.
"Then let's put it in writing and sign a performance-based agreement to avoid anyone defaulting on their debts in the end."
Zhou Chen said calmly, then turned to look at Wang Rui and the others beside him, instructing them to take out their phones and record the entire process of signing the betting agreement and reaching the betting conditions with Li Xiaolong as evidence.
"Brother Chen, don't worry. If the Li family dares to renege on their debt, I'll have the video broadcast all over Hong Kong Island." Wang Rui made an OK sign and patted his chest, indicating that he was in complete control.
Zhang Hao, Li Wei, and others all took out their phones and started recording.
When questioned about the possibility of reneging on the debt, Li Xiaolong snorted and dismissed the question, saying that he wouldn't lose and there was no question of him reneging on the debt.
He was also worried that Zhou Chen would renege on the debt.
Of course, he hoped that Zhou Chen would default on his debts, so that he could further ruin Zhou Chen's reputation and make it impossible for him to continue doing business.
The performance-based agreement was signed on-site.
There was also video evidence, and lawyers were present to notarize the proceedings, ensuring that no one could renege on their bet.
As Li Xiaolong was about to sign his name...
Li Meihui couldn't help but ask worriedly, "Dad, what if Snapdragon loses? That's half of our family's shares, your life's work."
"If we lose, we accept it; if we win, don't we still get half of their shares?"
"Things have already progressed this far, so even if it's a high-stakes gamble, we have no choice but to grit our teeth and continue."
Li Zhenrong said calmly.
He didn't want to gamble so much, but Li Xiaolong had put Zhou Chen in a difficult position, and Zhou Chen had proposed betting business shares. If he stopped him, wouldn't that be seen as being afraid?
certainly,
The main reason Li Zhenrong allowed Li Xiaolong to gamble with Zhou Chen was that his family had inside information and could guarantee they wouldn't lose.
This is the fundamental point.
If Zhou Chen can still win under these circumstances, then all that can be said is that the Li family is in for a calamity.
But is it possible?
Li Zhenrong shook his head.
He just wanted to see where this young man, Zhou Chen, got the audacity to gamble so recklessly, knowing full well that it was impossible, and still try to ram his head against the wall.
“Young man, although I appreciate your kindness in delivering the message, if you insist on giving away half of our family fortune, my Li family will not refuse.”
"Let me see if you, this legendary college student, will continue to create miracles this time, or if my grandson will bring you down from your pedestal."
"You chose this path yourself, I hope you won't regret it. My Li family has done our part, we haven't repaid kindness with enmity, you delivered yourself to our doorstep."
Li Zhenrong stroked his chin, looking forward to the upcoming bet.
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