Chapter 496 Coincidence?
Burberry headquarters.
Cribber once again examined John standing in front of him, nodded, and said, "You handled this matter very well."
John smiled, lowered his head and said humbly: "This is what I should do."
After listening to Tang Shuo's words, John deliberately increased his exposure.
However, he had no talent or ability in business, which was equivalent to a high-priced business school diploma in luxury management that had been lying idle for years. So he had to start from other aspects.
Now, whether inside or outside the family, he has become high-profile and low-key.
It should be noted that there is no conflict between being high-profile and low-key. It’s just that the size is a little more difficult to master, and John himself has done a good job.
The day before yesterday, while he was out shopping, he happened to run into a homeless man who had been hit by a car. Without hesitation, he carried the man on his back and took him to a nearby hospital, paying all the medical expenses.
The entire process happened to be filmed by a magazine reporter who was collecting information nearby. The article, which was originally published in an unknown magazine, happened to be discovered by a large news company and reported on.
After two days of fermentation, almost everyone who pays attention to the news in this area knows about it.
But is it just a coincidence when so many coincidences come together?
"Talk to Abby tomorrow and ask her to add an observer seat at the company's board meeting," Kribaber said. "After each meeting, you need to write a thank-you speech."
"Yes, Father," John agreed immediately.
Although he was already Chris Barber's assistant, he had never had the opportunity to contact the company's board of directors, and he didn't even have the right to view the company's meeting minutes.
If such an opportunity had existed before he met Tang Shuo, John might have cherished it, studied diligently, and pinned his hopes on the slim chance of recognition.
But now his mind is already preoccupied with the affairs of taking over the family, and he has no intention of fighting anymore.
"Okay, you can go out." Cribber waved his hand.
"Father," John said, "I want to treat you to dinner tonight."
"Are you treating me to a meal?"
Kerry Barber asked with a puzzled look on his face, "Why?"
Boom boom boom…
John was about to answer when he was interrupted by a knock on the door. Cribber then said, "Come in."
Secretary Abby walked into the office and glanced at John standing aside. She immediately stepped forward and said to Clea Barber, "The Chinese man named Tang Shuo has appeared. He's not actually dead."
"Really?" Cribber asked with wide eyes and a look of panic.
"It's true." Abby nodded.
Cribber's face turned pale. After a moment of silence, he said, "I understand. You can leave first."
Abby agreed and then turned and left the room.
If anyone was the one who most hated seeing Tang Shuo survive, Cribber would undoubtedly be at the top of the list. He had initially agreed to open a sub-brand and handed over the brand's management rights to Tang Shuo only under his threat.
Now there seemed to be hope of making up for this. But Tang Shuo appeared at this very moment.
Cribbble thought for a while. When he looked up and saw that John hadn't left yet, he asked, "Why haven't you left yet?"
"We haven't agreed to go out for dinner tonight yet," John replied.
In fact, he had been waiting for a long time and was getting a little impatient. He even wanted to take the initiative to remind the other party. Fortunately, the other party remembered it in time.
Cribber was about to refuse, but suddenly changed his tone and asked, "Why? Isn't it the same as eating at home?"
"The day after tomorrow is your birthday," John said, "so I want to treat you to a meal alone."
Cribber didn't expect the other party to give such a reason. After hesitating for a moment, he said, "No need. It's the same if we eat at home."
If Tang Shuo had not appeared, perhaps Cribber would have really agreed to the other party, but now he had no appetite to go out for food.
"But we haven't had dinner alone together in years," John insisted. "You'll have a lot of social engagements by then, and won't have the time."
John's words made Chris Barber suddenly feel guilty towards John. After all, the other party had called him father for more than 20 years, and he had always lacked discipline for him.
After checking the time, Cribber said, "Let's go as early as possible. We'll go there after work."
"Yes, Father."
There was a glint of something strange in John's eyes, as if he was worried that the other party would suddenly go back on his word. After agreeing, he quickly walked out of the office.
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Savoy Hotel.
For ordinary people, the cost of living at the Savoy Hotel is really too expensive. Even a senior white-collar worker would feel the pain of spending a meal there.
The Savoy Hotel is an aristocratic-style hotel dating back to the 19th century, and even hosted the Queen's coronation ceremony.
When Cribber saw the car stop in front of the hotel, he asked in surprise, "Are you planning to treat me to a meal here?"
Although Savoy is very famous, for a luxury brand owner, spending money there is nothing. What surprised Chris Barber was that John would actually invite him to dinner there.
You have to know that he is only taking the dividends from the family. Although it is enough to cover the expenses here, it is definitely not easy.
"Yes." John nodded and said, "The room has been booked."
"Okay." Cribber straightened his collar and walked straight in.
Although Tang Shuo's situation made him feel quite vulnerable, he also knew that he wouldn't easily resort to a desperate act. If the video were to be exposed, it would affect him and his lover, but it would also be a disaster for Tang Yun. So, he was just waiting for him to initiate negotiations.
As soon as he entered the box, Cribber saw a man sitting with his back to him. He turned to John in confusion and asked, "Who is he?"
"He is my friend and he is accompanying you this time." John replied immediately.
Cribber frowned, but didn't offer any opinion. He just walked in and sat down.
He always prided himself on being a gentleman, so he naturally wouldn't suggest kicking anyone out, especially since this person was John's friend. However, he had already decided to eat quickly and leave as soon as he was done.
When he focused his attention on the other person's identity, the expression on his face suddenly became interesting.
"Tang, long time no see."
Cribber took the initiative to say hello, then turned his gaze to John who was still standing aside, wanting him to give an explanation.
"Mr. Tang knew you were going to have a birthday, so he volunteered to help you celebrate."
John explained, "I couldn't refuse, so I arranged this scene. It can be considered a little surprise."
Cribber admitted the "surprise", but as for the "joy", he absolutely disagreed.
"Mr. Barber, I wish you a happy birthday first."
Tang Shuo finished the champagne in the quilt with a smile, and then continued, "I heard that there was a little problem between Burberry and Tang Yun recently."
Kribabur nodded and replied, "It's probably just a minor work-related issue. It's normal for two companies to have some friction when they first start working together. As long as we maintain mutual trust, it's fine."
"Let's put aside the question of whether or not Mr. Barber trusts us. Mr. Barber's approach seems quite inappropriate," Tang Shuo said. "I heard that Mr. Barber even went to retrieve the authorization documents and kept putting pressure on Tang Yun."
“…”
Cribber fell silent and did not try to hide or explain anything. For someone like Tang Shuo, this matter would probably be difficult to resolve peacefully.
After hesitating for a while, Cribber took the initiative to ask, "What do you want?"
Tang Shuo had been waiting for this question from the other party. After hearing the other party ask it, he took out the repayment commitment letter that Yang Chen had prepared.
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