Tao Mu understood immediately. Li Xiaoheng must be worried that his mental state would be affected by the previous cyber violence and he would not be able to concentrate on dealing with the more intensive data analysis in the international crude oil market. So much so that he flew back in person to confirm his work status.
Tao Mu understood very well. Things like big data analysis require extremely detailed preliminary investigation and post-research, and the slightest mistake can lead to a huge error. Up to now, Xiaoheng Capital has invested tens of billions of dollars in the international crude oil market. If he were Li Xiaoheng, he would not dare to allow his chief analyst to be constantly influenced by external factors and distracted. You have to see it with your own eyes.
Although he didn't think he would be affected by cyber violence (compared to the smearing methods in his previous life, this level of smearing was just a child's play, Tao Mu didn't take it to heart at all), but Tao Mu fully understood Li Xiaoheng's thoughts. And fully respect the decisions of partners.
"We can find a quiet place to talk about it later. I can guarantee that my current emotions and thoughts are not disturbed by the outside world. It will not affect our cooperation." Tao Mu explained briefly and put more attention on the negotiation table.
With the support of Li Xiaoheng and the top international negotiation team hired by Xiaoheng Capital. In the subsequent out-of-court settlement, Attorney Zhou made very smooth progress.
Yao Shengan took Li Xiaoheng's ability to operate the market into consideration, so he hardly lowered the price during the negotiation. It took both parties less than an hour to reach a consensus on a compensation of 150 million yuan. In order to avoid any further complications, Lawyer Zhou tried to suggest that Yuxiao Media pay the compensation on the spot. The old guy Yao Shengan actually agreed.
Speaking of which, the cash flow of the catering group is amazing. One hundred and fifty million, and he just took it out as he said. This is probably because the Saint Ann Group is far away in Shanghai and is deeply influenced by the halo of the Mary Sue plot. If it were another industrial group, they probably wouldn't be able to raise the 150 million yuan in cash compensation without a bank loan. It really is the Magic City, even the companies are so magical.
——This time, not to mention the lawyer Zhou who was sharpening his knife, even Tao Mu felt very surprised. Their original bottom line was 80 million, but the compensation they received in the end was almost double that.
Tao Mu glanced at Li Xiaoheng with a strange expression. As expected of a future financial tycoon, having money means having confidence.
The happiest person is naturally the cruel and ruthless lawyer Zhou. According to the agreement, he can get a 10% commission for representing the case. That is fifteen million. Adding the one million Liu Yao gave him before, in just one month, he actually made 16 million from Liu Yao and Tao Mu.
Even robbing money is not that fast.
"I wonder if Feixun.com needs a professional legal advisor?" Before leaving, the well-dressed lawyer Zhou shook hands with Tao Mu and said goodbye, "If Mr. Tao needs anything in this regard, you might as well consider me. I think our cooperation is still very pleasant."
Of course, the out-of-court settlement of 150 million yuan in compensation was definitely due to Li Xiaoheng's sudden appearance and overly tough attitude. If it weren't for Li Xiaoheng, Yao Shengan would never have agreed to the compensation so easily. Lawyer Zhou was grateful to Li Xiaoheng for his righteous words. He nodded at Mr. Big Brother and left with a bulging wallet.
——This is what is meant by “no need to express gratitude for a great favor.” Let Tao Mu repay the favor himself. He is just a weak, pitiful and helpless representative lawyer. It is not easy for him to earn hard-earned money. If he doesn't leave now, Li Xiaoheng will ask Tao Mu to split the 150 million yuan equally. As Tao Mu's representative lawyer, should he pay the millions that have already fallen into his pocket or not?
So it’s better to leave early and be efficient. Just lock in the money.
Liu Yao naturally also knew that Li Xiaoheng had made great contributions to this out-of-court settlement. He didn't care how their kid divided the money with Xiaoheng Capital, but he still had to invite the guests.
Tao Mu introduced Li Xiaoheng: "This is my father Yao."
Just after a trip abroad, Brother Yao became Father Yao. Li Xiaoheng nodded, and looked thoughtfully at Liu Yao, who looked at most ten years older than him. After a moment's silence, he said, "Hello, uncle."
Liu Yao suddenly felt weak in his heart. He secretly glanced at Li Xiaoheng, who was dressed in a suit and had his hair waxed. He looked very mature and steady. He didn't know how old this kid was, yet he actually called him uncle. Although this is from Tao Mu's side. But why does it sound so awkward to him?
The scene was a little awkward for a moment.
Tao Mu coughed lightly and asked his father Yao: "Where are we going to eat later? Should we invite Xiao Qi's father and the old man?"
Liu Yao was about to speak when he was interrupted by the ringing of his cell phone. Liu Yao took his cell phone and walked a few steps to the side before answering the call. A few minutes later, he came back with a frown on his face: "Xiao Mu, please entertain Mr. Li for me. I'm going to the hospital."
Tao Mu's heart sank. Before he could ask, Liu Yao said, "Your brother Dahui was beaten. Fortunately, it's not serious. I'll go to the hospital to check it out."
"Did Yao Wenxiao send someone to do this?" Tao Mu frowned fiercely, subconsciously thinking of Yao Wenxiao who had just been so arrogant at the negotiation table.
Liu Yao sent people to investigate Yao Wenxiao, and Dahui was the one who took over the matter. With Yao Wenxiao's ability, it is not difficult to find out who Dahui is. I didn’t dare to take action before because I was worried about the impact. However, after Yao Sheng'an went to Beijing, it was not surprising that Yao Wenxiao, relying on his support, would take such retaliatory actions.
Li Xiaoheng also frowned and asked in a deep voice, "Do you need my help?"
"Thank you, Mr. Li. I don't need your help for now. If I need anything, I will let Xiaomu tell you." Liu Yao said a few polite words, thinking about Dahui, and drove away.
Li Xiaoheng took out his cell phone and called the police. If Yao Wenxiao really did this, I believe that after this phone call, Yao Wenxiao will soon know what kind of punishment he will face for beating someone up.
After hanging up the phone, Li Xiaoheng looked at Tao Mu and said gently: "I hope that when you have difficulties, you can think of talking to me directly. As your partner, I think it is my obligation to help you solve some problems in life and make sure that your mind is on work."
"Has anyone ever said that Brother Li, you are a very good partner?" Tao Mu smiled and praised: "If I need anything, I will talk to you."
Having said that, in Tao Mu's opinion, his relationship with Li Xiaoheng can basically be said to be the trump card in his hand. Since it is the trump card, of course it should be saved for the most critical moment. Otherwise, not only will it not have any effect, but he will not be able to repay the favor after abusing the trump card.
Li Xiaoheng saw that Tao Mu didn't agree, and couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.
In order to thank Li Xiaoheng and to find a quiet place to talk about things, Tao Mu invited Li Xiaoheng to have lunch at a famous private restaurant nearby.
This is a Shandong cuisine restaurant. The address is near the North Third Ring Road, a courtyard house in a quiet environment amidst the hustle and bustle. The decoration style of the Republic of China period looks antique. The waiters are all wearing blue cloth shirts, black pants, and thousand-layer cloth shoes, with small black hats on their heads and a saddle bag on their shoulders. They greet customers by shouting loudly.
The two chose a west wing. After ordering the dishes, Tao Mu took the initiative to talk about the current situation of the international futures market. He presented his analysis of the crude oil market in detail, which was not only detailed but also had rigorous data and clear structure. He used facts to prove that he did not delay his work because of personal matters.
Li Xiaoheng was also a person who was addicted to work. When he saw Tao Mu talking about business, he immediately became serious. The two chatted for more than an hour over a pot of Longjing tea and a few plates of dried fruit snacks before the conversation came to an end. Tao Mu shook the small bell on the table, and the waiters who had been prepared long ago immediately brought the dishes.
All the dishes were served at once and all the service staff left one after another. Tao Mu stood up, took out the white wine that had been warmed in the red clay stove and poured it for Li Xiaoheng: "Although there were no mistakes at work, it was because of me that Brother Li was worried and bothered. Today's matter was also thanks to Brother Li's words for me, otherwise the Yao family would not have surrendered so easily. I toast Brother Li three cups."
Tao Mu said this and drank three glasses of wine very quickly. Li Xiaoheng was in no hurry to stop him, so he said, "There's no need for us to be so polite. Drink slowly, drinking too fast is bad for your health."
Tao Mu finished three glasses of wine, and discussed with Li Xiaoheng, wanting to split the 150 million yuan in compensation with Li Xiaoheng. It was said to be an equal split, but on Tao Mu's side, Lawyer Zhou had already run away with his share. There were 135 million left. Tao Mu planned to give 80 million to Xiao Heng Capital, and he would split the rest with Yese.
——In Tao Mu's opinion, money is not important. What is important is Li Xiaoheng's willingness to support him after coming back from afar. If friends, especially business partners, want to get along well with each other, financial interests must be clearly distinguished. Tao Mu didn't want to have any grudges with Li Xiaoheng because of these few tens of millions. Anyway, this money belongs to the rich people. He doesn't feel sorry no matter how much he gives away.
I believe his father Yao can also understand his thoughts.
Tao Mu's calculations were clear, but how could Li Xiaoheng be willing to take the money? "I didn't contribute much to your out-of-court settlement. At most, I just said a few words for you. Even if I speak with my word, these few words are not worth 80 million. Xiao Mu, don't be so distant with me. You also said that the two of us are going to be partners for a long time. In this case, don't be so clear about these small matters."
"I know that you, Xiao Mu, have a broad mind and don't care about short-term gains and losses, but I, Li Xiaoheng, am not a petty person. If you really want to thank me, please treat me to a meal you cooked yourself some other day."
Li Xiaoheng said this, and Tao Mu couldn't force it anymore. After expressing gratitude, he smiled and said, "That's absolutely no problem. I don't know what Brother Li wants to eat, I will make it for you."
Li Xiaoheng smiled and said, "I don't know much about this. I'll do as you say."
Having said that, Li Xiaoheng felt a little regretful. Before he went abroad last time, his relationship with Tao Mu had gradually progressed to the level of private friends. After not seeing each other for more than a month, the two of them had become more unfamiliar with each other's conversations.
Isn't there a Chinese saying that goes "old hair is as fresh as new, old friendships are as old as old ones"? He felt that he and Tao Mu hit it off right away and they could talk to each other easily. But after spending several months together, why is Tao Mu still so respectful to him? There was no free-wheeling banter between friends at all.
Li Xiaoheng was inexplicably a little anxious.
He thought about his Xiaoheng Capital and his career. Before meeting Tao Mu, Li Xiaoheng had always planned to stay in New York. He believes that even if the United States encounters an economic crisis and its overall national strength continues to decline, it will still be the world's financial center in the next few decades.
But now——
Li Xiaoheng thought for a moment and asked, "If I say that I want to shift Xiaoheng Capital's investment focus to China, what do you think?"
"It's fine." Tao Mu didn't notice anything wrong and said with a smile: "The Chinese economy is in a stage of rapid development. Even now, there is already a trend of a world-class consumer market. In the next ten years, various emerging industries will surely develop in a blowout state. If Xiaoheng Capital can shift its investment focus to China at this time and vigorously support those emerging companies with huge potential, I believe the return on investment will be very considerable."
In Tao Mu's memory, Xiaoheng Capital shifted its investment focus to China five years later. At that time, Xiaoheng Capital joined hands with Tianyan Technology and rushed into the domestic capital market and technology market with almost overwhelming force, directly changing the landscape of the two major markets in just a few years.
Thinking of this, Tao Mu smiled and said, "Brother Li, let me introduce someone to you. I think you two will hit it off right away and get along well."
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