Chapter 23 You're Threatening Me
Su Meng followed Xiao Song, who was sent by Nie Rongchang to pick her up, into the hotel.
During this time, she learned that the Sino-foreign cooperation negotiations were mainly about the production of small household appliances.
"Our cooperation negotiations reached a critical stage, but unfortunately, our translator suffered from acclimatization issues and ended up in the hospital."
Comrade Su, thank you for your help.
If we can sign this contract, our small appliance production can start from scratch and gradually meet domestic demand, freeing us from dependence on others.
Xiao Song spoke earnestly, and he was clearly a patriotic and enthusiastic young man.
This land has just been ravaged by war and is in the midst of a transition between the old and new systems.
Both industry and agriculture are in the infancy of their modernization process.
Xiao Song excitedly talked about whatever topics she could, her eyes shining.
Su Meng was also moved and blurted out, "Comrade Xiao Song, I will definitely do my job well."
Nie Pingting teased, "Sister Su, it's just translation, why are you so nervous?"
Don't be afraid! I believe in you.
Su Meng chuckled softly, then lowered her eyes and fell into deep thought.
This is not just a matter of translation.
If she does well and gains the leader's appreciation, perhaps some people will stop keeping an eye on her after she cuts off her tail.
Even those who were secretly searching for the Su family's wealth would become more discreet.
At the very least, she and her family can live a peaceful life for the time being.
As the group chatted, the car stopped in front of the hotel.
As Su Meng entered the hotel, another car stopped at the entrance.
Huo Zhenhua looked at Su Meng as she entered the hotel and frowned slightly.
How did she end up here?
"Is there a problem?" Xu Lei, who was driving, asked.
Huo Zhenhua looked away. "It's nothing!"
They were escorting Professor Qi to attend an academic conference.
I never expected to run into Su Meng at the largest hotel in Shanghai.
Wasn't her house burgled?
How does she still have the money to frequent such high-end places?
Huo Zhenhua glanced at the floor the elevator was stopping at and secretly memorized it—the 19th floor.
The 19th floor has several large conference rooms and also some of the most expensive suites in Shanghai.
What is she going to do?
Huo Zhenhua's doubts grew, and his curiosity about Su Meng intensified.
But he's about to go to Guangzhou on a mission, so he probably won't have time to pay much attention to this capitalist's daughter.
He sighed inwardly and walked towards the hall.
Su Meng didn't see Huo Zhenhua.
As she and Nie Pingting entered the elevator, she caught a glimpse of several men in military uniforms getting off at the hotel entrance out of the corner of her eye, and immediately looked away.
The elevator ascended smoothly.
Ten minutes before the meeting was scheduled to begin, Su Meng arrived to find Nie Rongchang already waiting at the elevator.
He stepped forward and gestured for Xiao Song to take Nie Pingting to the lounge next door to wait.
"Comrade Su, you've arrived." He gestured for you to enter. "Let me introduce you to our comrades first."
The Shanghai Stock Exchange attaches great importance to this cooperation.
Not only was there regimental commander Nie Rongchang representing the military, but also another regimental commander in charge of security, as well as the mayor, several important officials, and Wang Hui, the president of the chamber of commerce.
Wang Hui is a retired regimental commander.
He is also the general manager of Huihuang Light Industry Import and Export Company, the company in charge of this foreign investment matchmaking.
He was also the Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation.
Wang Hui smiled and looked at Su Meng, "We meet again, Comrade Su!"
You may not remember me, but I met your father, Su Mianzhi, a few times.
Surprised, Su Meng politely greeted him, "Hello, Uncle Wang!"
Wang Hui laughed heartily, "Young girls are so much better! They're sweet-talking and well-behaved."
Su Mianzhi used to show off his little princess to us quite a bit, which made us all so envious, hahaha!
Little girl, I heard you've been working hard all these years away from home. It must have been tough for you.
Oh! If only we had discovered it sooner...
"I'm not going to say anything more. Bad people will eventually be punished, and you've finally gotten your revenge."
Su Meng gave a wry smile. "Yes! Thank you for your concern, Uncle Wang."
Nie Rongchang joined the conversation at the right moment, saying, "Xiao Su, you don't need to worry."
Your family is a "red capitalist" family, and you've received praise from leaders in the past. Don't take the threats from certain individuals to heart.
He didn't say it explicitly, but everyone present was intelligent.
Wang Hui's eyes widened. "Someone's actually causing you trouble?"
Su Meng took the opportunity to complain, "This morning, people wearing red armbands blocked my door, but then they left for some reason."
Wang Hui tapped the table in displeasure. "They've really gone too far! Don't be afraid, come find your uncle next time you need something, and I'll invite them over for tea."
He spoke bluntly, his gaze intentionally or unintentionally sweeping over the city leaders.
Just as those people were about to say something, they heard footsteps approaching.
"The leader is here! Xiao Su, don't be nervous, just perform normally."
Nie Rongchang wasn't sure about her abilities; he just hoped she could complete the translation conscientiously.
Su Meng smiled calmly, "Brother Nie, please rest assured, I know."
At the entrance, besides the three foreigners I saw yesterday, there were others.
There was also an elderly man with gray hair, dressed in military uniform, followed by two guards.
"Please go ahead!"
The foreigner in the lead gestured "please".
The old man nodded slightly, his eyes smiling, his body upright and sturdy like a pine tree. Just standing there, he exuded an aura of authority that commanded respect from the bottom of people's hearts and made them dare not look him directly in the eye.
That was Commander Jiang, the highest-ranking officer in the Shanghai Military Region, and also the most authoritative figure at this meeting.
"Let's get started! Hopefully, we can finish this today."
We advocate learning everything worth learning and providing mutual assistance on the basis of equality and mutual benefit. We hope for a smooth cooperation!
Su Meng smiled and translated Chief Jiang's original words.
The other party also gave a friendly opening speech.
The meeting was conducted in a harmonious atmosphere and progressed relatively smoothly.
However, a disagreement arose when it came to discussing profit sharing.
Wang Hui said calmly, "We can agree to the compensation trade, but it must comply with my country's current foreign exchange management regulations."
The equipment valuation should also be assessed by a third-party organization.
We suggest a 7:3 profit-sharing ratio, with us taking 70%.
Upon hearing this, DeJack's expression immediately changed. "We provided the technology and production line, and you only provided the site and labor. How can you take 70%?"
No, we want 70%.
Seeing his self-righteous attitude, Su Meng clenched her fists, wishing she could pounce on him and teach him a lesson.
But she kept her identity and position firmly in mind and solemnly relayed Wang Hui's words, "No! You are wrong."
We have the space, the staff, and the raw materials.
Moreover, production costs are low, the consumer market is large, and of course, the profits are considerable.
But the technology and production equipment you can provide can also be provided by other conglomerates.
We don't necessarily need your company.
After saying that, she couldn't help but add, "Mr. DeJack, I advise you to think it over carefully. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
She finished speaking in one breath, met the questioning gazes of Wang Hui and the others, and calmly repeated herself.
Wang Hui chuckled: "Little Su, you're threatening me now."
Su Mengxin said, "Isn't this just copying what others have done?"
"Thank you for the compliment! It's all thanks to Uncle Wang's excellent teaching."
Wang Hui laughed heartily, his gaze towards DeJack and the other two becoming even more resolute and unwavering.
He sat up straight, his expression serious. "A 70% profit margin is our bottom line. If you want to continue negotiating, you must agree to this."
The atmosphere suddenly became tense.
DeJack and the other two's expressions changed drastically, their eyes filled with anger. They glared fiercely at Su Meng before looking at Chief Jiang at the head of the table.
Chief Jiang remained unmoved, his expression unreadable.
Only a few city leaders whispered among themselves, seemingly displeased with Wang Hui's toughness and rudeness.
Su Meng was innocently glared at, and casually glanced at everyone, secretly wondering whether the arrogant DeJack would compromise or remain as domineering as ever.
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