The conversation between Lu Hao and Boss Xu always maintained a friendly yet cautious rhythm, and the content of the conversation was eight parts greetings and two parts main topics.
Even when discussing the main topic, they only touched upon it briefly without any in-depth discussion.
After all, it was the first contact.
Although the basis for cooperation is very good, we still need more contact and understanding before we can continue to talk about real money.
However, there is one thing Lu Hao is certain of, that is, Boss Xu is quite sincere about this cooperation.
To be fair, Lu Hao is also quite eager for India's cinema chains.
That’s a cinema!
The lifeblood of any film company!
Especially, overseas theaters.
In the Indian market, it is impossible for DreamWorks to obtain cinema chains by relying solely on the strength and resources of its own film and television company. It is just a castle in the air.
Only by relying on Xu's Real Estate's shopping mall can the foundation be solid and not be affected by other factors.
The Xu Group is also very eager for the DreamWorks headquarters building project.
A headquarters building is a large project worth at least one to two billion dollars, not to mention the commercial supporting development and residential projects in the surrounding areas.
If it goes well, it is very likely that a target project will become another business card of Xu Real Estate.
As we chatted back and forth, we had unknowingly chatted for more than three hours.
It was already evening.
Looking out from the floor-to-ceiling windows on the top floor of the hotel, the blue sky has been dyed golden by the setting sun, and a group of seabirds are circling in the sky, which is a beautiful sight.
"Ask the kitchen to prepare dinner."
Xu Feiyang spoke.
Xu Cong immediately stood up and walked out to instruct his subordinates to prepare dinner, his steps inexplicably brisk.
Although this cooperation may not be successful in the end, it is at least a good start.
Xu Cong knew his father's temper very well. If he hadn't been in a good mood while chatting, he would definitely not have had this meal with Lu Hao.
Dinner was also typical Cantonese cuisine, with light flavors that highlighted the freshness of the ingredients. However, what surprised Lu Hao was that there was an extra woman at the table.
"Lu Hao, come here, let me introduce you. This is my eldest daughter, Xu Meiting, who is also the vice president of the company."
Xu Feiyang said with a smile, like a kind and gentle old father.
He always behaves very sternly in front of his son Xu Cong, but he completely changes his attitude in front of his daughter.
"Hello, Mr. Lu."
Xu Meiting looks to be about 30 years old, a very elite and strong woman. She wears a decent professional suit and pointed black high heels. Apart from the Patek Philippe on her wrist, she has no extra jewelry. Her makeup is mainly simple, and her aura is extremely strong.
"Nice to meet you."
Lu Hao shook hands with her and was surprised to find that the woman's palms were extremely strong. He was a little surprised, but did not show it on his face.
"Brother Lu, my sister has been my idol since I was a child."
"I attended Wharton Business School for college, completing all my courses in two years. After that, I also served two years in the military. After I started working, I always worked in the most challenging positions. I went wherever the challenges were most severe."
Xu Cong leaned over and whispered in Lu Hao's ear, of course he was just pretending, but his voice was loud enough for Xu Meiting to hear.
"Compared to Mr. Lu, I'm still far behind."
“There’s a huge gap between working on the shoulders of giants and starting from scratch.”
Xu Meiting said lightly, praised Lu Hao calmly, and picked up the wine glass casually.
"Mr. Lu, I'd like to offer you a toast. I'll be in charge of liaising with you on the DreamWorks headquarters building project and the Indian cinema chain project. I wish you a happy cooperation in advance."
Lu Hao nodded and bumped into her.
I couldn't help but feel a little emotional in my heart.
In fact, compared to those people who have won at the starting line since childhood, my system is not a big cheat at all. They are the ones who are truly living a cheating life.
Drink, eat and chat.
Ever since his daughter appeared, Xu Feiyang rarely spoke, giving up the initiative and just observing Lu Hao quietly.
On Xu Meiting's side, she kept asking questions, all of which were business issues, without saying a word of nonsense.
"Mr. Lu, I've studied DreamWorks' development model in detail. I can honestly say it's a miracle in the film market over the past decade. This year, the total box office for the Chinese film market is approaching 150 billion yuan, and DreamWorks alone has captured nearly 8% of that share, all with its own capital. Your vision alone is worth another toast."
Lu Hao: ...
cheers.
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"According to our rough estimates, the Indian film market is currently experiencing rapid growth. DreamWorks has only been established for two years, and they're already embarking on overseas expansion. This kind of courage is truly extraordinary."
Lu Hao: ...
Another drink.
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"Actually, I'm quite curious. DreamWorks is now a unicorn company with a valuation of over one billion US dollars. Does Mr. Lu have plans to go public?"
Xu Meiting didn't know whether it was intentional or unintentional, but she inserted a question among a bunch of topics.
Lu Hao glanced at her and shook his head.
"Not yet, at least not in the next five years."
"I want to know what you think?"
"We're not short of money. We have over 5 billion in cash reserves on our books. To be honest, I'm worried about where to spend the money now."
Xu Meiting: ...
There was a slight silence.
Raise your glass silently.
Let’s toast.
This topic touched the sore spot of real estate companies. Although the Xu Group has assets of nearly one trillion yuan, its debt ratio exceeds 80%.
Just like the joke goes—
How many years will it take for our family to spend all our money?
I can’t spend it all in this lifetime.
When can I pay off the money I owe to the bank?
It will take eight lifetimes to repay it.
Although the Xu Group is a large and powerful company, if an emergency occurs, the cash flow it can easily mobilize may not be easier than DreamWorks.
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"I heard that Mr. Lu is currently holding an advertising bidding meeting for the Qiongdao Satellite TV Spring Festival Gala project he's been working on recently?"
As the wine flowed, Xu Meiting changed the subject again.
"Well, in three days, there will be the first official rehearsal and advertising bidding meeting."
Lu Hao said casually.
Anyway, it's just a chat, it's not a confidential matter.
However, to be fair, this way of chatting really broadened Lu Hao's horizons. It was a refreshing feeling, and he was in a state of information explosion all the time.
"If possible, we would like to bid for an advertising space. Last year, the company opened a large-scale project in Singapore and is currently receiving sales proceeds."
Hearing this, Lu Hao narrowed his eyes slightly, looked at her for a few seconds, and raised his glass.
"Sure, come on, I'll toast you with this."
How should I describe the taste of this wine? Lu Hao had a feeling that every glass he drank tasted like money.
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