Chapter 397 You'll Regret It!
"If our two families were to unite, we would increase our investment in public welfare and the development of Hong Kong. However, our family doesn't have that much money, so we'll need your help. In five years, during the Chief Executive election, Yongcheng will definitely be nominated. If your Zhou family works hard for another five years, Yongcheng will be 100% elected in the next election. At that time, whatever your Zhou family wants to do in Hong Kong, as long as it's not a major mistake, our Ai family can help you. In recent years, hasn't the real estate market started to rise slowly? Looking back at those unclaimed lands, those old urban areas, those auctioned public lands in Hong Kong, you Zhou family can have as much as you want." "If our two families work together and Yongcheng is re-elected, then the next ten years in Hong Kong will be entirely under our control! I have inside information that the mainland will be vigorously developing cross-strait relations in recent years. You'll be the first to know about any favorable policies. I believe you businessmen understand information asymmetry much better than we do! Titles like 'National Richest Man,' 'National Philanthropist,' and 'Cross-Strait Friendship Ambassador' sound much better than 'Shipping Magnate'! A transformation or a change of allegiance would solve the problem, wouldn't it? After all, throughout history, among the various social classes—scholars, farmers, artisans, merchants, and merchants—scholars have always been the highest class!"
Looking at the ambition in the old man's eyes, Zhou Wansheng and Wu Ye exchanged a glance. No wonder this old man could become a director. He was ambitious, very ambitious, and also very shrewd and calculating!
They dare to dream anything and exploit anything!
Zhou Wansheng clapped his hands with a smile: "Old Ai is indeed a man who can become a director. My Zhou family has provided both money and manpower, and in the end we have to change to a name that is nothing? This deal is not worthwhile. Our Zhou family does not need to change our social standing. After all, our Zhou family's status in society is such that even the Chief Executive has to show me 80% respect. Do you think I care about that title?"
Mr. Ai frowned: "You don't need it, but doesn't Gu Le need it too? To be honest, everyone's respect for you comes from the empire you built yourself, but what does Gu Le have? He only inherited your things, but he can't inherit that respect. People have eight points of respect for you, but for Gu Le, at most three points, and that's only because of your reputation! You've already done your best and pushed your career to the limit. No matter how hard he tries or how capable he is, he can't surpass you. Besides, he's still young, and the future is unknown. But if our two families join forces, the future will be known! I believe you're a smart businessman, and you shouldn't refuse this sure-win deal."
In the end, Mr. Ai became very pleased with himself. He felt that the Zhou family should thank him. If it weren't for the Zhou family's wealth and Gu Le's talent, he wouldn't have chosen the Zhou family. There are countless families in the industry who want to change their social standing!
Zhou Wansheng put down his teacup and chuckled, "The reason I've been able to build such a successful and large business is not only because I'm fearless and have a clever mind, but more importantly, because of my conscience! Besides, children and grandchildren have their own blessings. As long as I take good care of myself, that's the best gift I can give them. As for whether they can inherit the family business or surpass me, it doesn't matter. As long as my children are happy, that's all that matters. A hundred years from now, I'll be in the underworld. Even if I care, I can't bring them back to life! Moreover, I believe in A-Le and I believe he will do even better than me. Otherwise, you wouldn't have chosen our Zhou family, would you?"
Mr. Ai felt a little uneasy. Gu Le was indeed half the reason why he approached the Zhou family.
However, he wouldn't admit it. He looked at Zhou Wansheng quietly and asked, "You really don't want to?"
Zhou Wansheng shook his head: "Mr. Ai, you should find someone else. Our family is fine as it is."
Seeing that he was truly unwilling, Mr. Ai stood up and coldly snorted, "I hope you won't regret it!" After saying that, he walked straight out.
Ai Yongcheng chased after her without saying goodbye, and Ai'er glared at Zhou Wansheng as she left.
Wu Ye shook his head: "A family like that dares to covet Ah Le? Nonsense! Seriously, aren't you tempted? The future local tyrant of Hong Kong for the next ten years! Aren't you tempted?"
Zhou Wansheng chuckled: "Am I that kind of person? Besides, do you think I would like this tiny little world? Who am I? I'm the shipping magnate! I'm the only one in the world who's called that. Is the world bigger, or is the port city bigger? I never do things that put the cart before the horse. By the way, you said you had something to say, what is it?"
That's true. Unlike them, the Zhou family's company doesn't only develop in their own country. They have ports all over the world, so why would they be tempted?
"It's like this, a highly respected elder in our family is seriously ill. Western medicine can't help him, and I've been to several neighboring countries, but they couldn't do anything either. That's why I'm thinking of trying to find a skilled traditional Chinese medicine doctor in your country. I want him to take a look at him. The elder can't die right now, or the family will be in chaos, which would be very bad for me."
So that's what it was about. Zhou Wansheng nodded: "Okay, I'll help you look for it! Alright, go back and rest first, we'll talk about it tomorrow!"
After they finished talking, the two went back to their room.
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