The two businessmen sitting opposite Han Chudong immediately understood the real purpose of tonight's dinner when they heard this. The purpose was to use a considerable amount of money to exchange for their support and force the current editor-in-chief to leave.
They were all petty businessmen who knew very well that there was no such thing as a free lunch. Han Chudong's words were too blunt, leaving them a little at a loss.
But I am definitely tempted, as this kind of money is so easy to make. It’s just that I have never dealt with it before, so I’m worried it might be too expensive.
Among them was a businessman named Luo Wen, who was nearly fifty years old. He looked at his old friend next to him, lowered his voice and said with a smile: "I don't know how you young people do business, but among us businessmen, we will not easily give out four million US dollars as a reward for an insignificant newspaper editor. I don't quite understand what you mean."
"I did this because, in addition to being humiliated by Nick Lambert, he is a stubborn old man who has caused my business to suffer reputation and credit damage. He was unwilling to clarify and apologize after publishing false reports, which made me angry."
Han Chudong spoke calmly.
After waving to the waiter and ordering lamb chops, he continued, "You should know that my facial mask business is very large, and now it is at a critical stage of competing with competitors for the market. The company's image and product reputation mean everything to me. We are all businessmen, and you should understand my intention of inviting you two to dinner. I am trying to defend my own interests, which also means your interests. I am just asking for a small favor."
Above the editor-in-chief is the general manager, and above the manager are all the shareholders. The quickest way to get results is to go directly to the shareholders for help.
Han Chudong didn't want to keep having a fly buzzing around her ear. More importantly, if that guy continued to fan the flames and keep biting Rainbow Beauty, it was likely that things would get out of hand.
If the incident becomes a big deal and consumers become averse to the Ex-Boyfriend mask, the loss will be more than just four million US dollars.
What's more, he was confident that he could make up for some of the losses, and the cost would not be that high, provided that both parties followed his idea and truly invested six million US dollars.
Luo Wen's personality was obviously stronger than the other shareholder. He said again: "If it's something else, I'd be happy to help you, but your request is obviously a bit... over the line."
"I believe everything can be negotiated, especially when it comes to money. You can hire another outstanding editor-in-chief, use the company's money to hire new people, and then two years later, with a lot of profits, go to the Upper East Side to buy a house, or buy a yacht as a gift for your children. You said it yourself, an editor-in-chief is insignificant, right?"
Han Chudong rarely does this kind of thing and is a little unskilled.
But he knew that when a pie hits the target, almost no one would choose to refuse.
The two people in front of him were both senior executives of the company and were shareholders of the company. Although they had invested in The Wall Street Journal, their company had other shareholders and was different from the Mason United Group.
For example, according to the survey results, Luo Wen’s net worth is about 16 million to 18 million US dollars.
Han Chudong may not care about two million US dollars. Just building a house and a golf course may cost hundreds of millions of US dollars. For the two relatively outstanding but not top businessmen in front of him, two million US dollars is not a small amount of money, and it is easy to earn, which is very tempting.
"If Editor-in-Chief Nick Lambert knew that you were willing to pay us so much money to deal with him, he would probably be very pleased. Even if old Nick worked for a hundred years, he would not earn four million US dollars. From what you said, as long as we clarify the news related to your company and stop targeting your company, the conflict has actually been resolved, right? Maybe we can discuss a compromise, such as investing one million US dollars in you, and returning one and a half million US dollars with interest in half a year, and then the apology announcement will appear in the Wall Street Journal tomorrow, in a very conspicuous position. In this way, we don't have to fire a loyal old employee, and you can continue to run your business, which is beneficial to everyone."
Woody Newhart, who had been silent all this time, impressed Han Chudong as soon as he opened his mouth.
They just helped a little and didn't offend anyone, but they actually wanted to get 500,000 US dollars each from Han Chudong. This is not how a peacemaker acts. He has to be thick-skinned enough.
Taking the initiative to approach these two people and asking for something from them, Han Chudong was at a disadvantage. After listening, he narrowed his eyes slightly, took a sip of red wine to moisten his mouth, and said again: "Or, you can sell all your shares of The Wall Street Journal to me, and I am willing to buy it at a valuation of 140 million US dollars, which is a 30% premium on the average valuation.
Last year, the Australian News Corporation acquired shares from your friend at a valuation of only 100 million US dollars. Even taking into account the depreciation of the US dollar over the past year, this is still a very good offer. Then I will kick that old man out of the company. "
"...It seems that you really hold a grudge, poor old Nick." Rowan couldn't help but apologize and called Woody Newhart out. It was unknown what they were discussing.
Anyway, the two did not return to their seats until the waiter brought the appetizers. Han Chudong looked out the window from time to time and could see the two men negotiating on the side of the road.
After investigating News Corporation Australia, Viacom and Warner Communications, he ultimately felt that this asset, which could both protect himself and hurt others, must be kept in his own hands.
Judging from the current scale of funds, even if they invest in News Corporation of Australia or the larger Viacom Group, it is difficult to get enough say. Warner Communications' market value is average, barely exceeding 70 million US dollars, but its influence is limited, and its resources are mainly concentrated in theatrical distribution, which is not what Han Chudong wants.
Taken together.
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It would be better for him to start from scratch and build a new news media group through acquisitions and self-created brands. This would be more in line with his interests. If he is lucky enough, he might be able to swallow an elephant with a small company in the future when he has sufficient funds.
Before coming to meet them, Han Chudong had made two preparations.
I was thinking of bringing up the acquisition of shares later, but I hadn't made up my mind yet. But just now I thought the sooner I bought it the easier it would be, so I just brought it up.
Sit alone at the table to enjoy the food and ask the chef to add more chili to make it taste more appetizing.
Not long after, Luo Wen appeared in front of him and said, "We should discuss the acquisition at an estimated price of 140 million US dollars in detail. It's all cash transactions, right?"
"It's all cash. I still have more than 200 million in my company's account. It's definitely enough to buy your shares..."
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