On the way to the hotel with Master to check in, the hustle and bustle of the surrounding traffic gradually faded away. I took advantage of a relatively quiet moment, took out my cell phone from my pocket, and quickly dialed Lin Xun's number. Lin Xun's gentle and cheerful voice soon came from the other end of the phone: "Hello, I'm at home, helping Auntie make some maternity meals for Xu Tong to replenish her body."
Master was sitting next to me, and I subconsciously lowered my voice and said in a cryptic way that only the two of us could understand: "Boss Lin, Boss Fu is in my car now." My words seemed light and casual, but in fact I was subtly reminding her that there was someone next to me at the moment, and it was not appropriate to discuss sensitive matters involving Xu Tong on the phone, so as not to cause unnecessary suspicion and trouble.
Lin Xun was so smart and quick-witted that she immediately understood what I meant. Her originally smiling voice instantly became simple and straightforward: "Oh, what's the matter?"
I looked solemn, and said in an urgent and firm tone: "Stay on standby at all times. I have something very important and urgent to tell you. I will contact you as soon as the arrangements are made. Be sure to be prepared."
Lin Xun responded without hesitation: "Okay, I'll wait for your call and be at your disposal at any time."
After helping Master to smoothly complete the hotel check-in procedures and settling him down, I did not dare to delay for a moment, as if a heavy burden was weighing on my heart.
I immediately took out my cell phone and called Zhang Pingmin. After the call was connected, I eagerly confirmed whether he was still in the provincial capital. After getting a positive answer, I said without hesitation: "Mr. Zhang, I have a very urgent matter to discuss with you in person. Time is tight. Let's meet right away. Is it convenient for you?"
After getting the approval of the boss, I called Lin Xun again and told her concisely: "Boss Lin, let's meet directly at Zhang Pingmin's villa. This matter cannot be delayed. We must set off as soon as possible and meet at the villa."
I was thinking about taking a shortcut, saving some time, and meeting Lin Xun and Zhang Pingmin as soon as possible. On the way, we encountered a traffic accident. The originally spacious road was instantly blocked, and the vehicles were like trapped dragons, unable to move. I was extremely anxious in the car, my eyes fixed on the traffic ahead which was moving forward without any progress, my hands unconsciously clenched the steering wheel.
The traffic jam lasted for more than half an hour. Time passed by minute by minute, and I became so anxious that I wished I could fly away.
When I finally arrived at Zhang Pingmin's villa, I saw Lin Xun and Zhang Pingmin sitting in front of the antique tea table, sipping tea leisurely and chatting about some irrelevant topics.
I didn't bother to greet them, I sat down at the tea table, and looked at Lin Xun impatiently, and asked anxiously: "Mr. Lin, how many tradable shares do you plan to list in this IPO?"
Lin Xun was slightly startled by my unreasonable but urgent question. She put down the teacup in her hand, and a trace of doubt flashed in her bright eyes, but she quickly replied: "10 million shares."
After hearing her words, my brain instantly started calculating and analyzing like a high-speed computer. Lin Xun currently holds 40% of the corporate shares of Daxun Group, which is 12 million shares based on the total number of shares of the group. Once the company is successfully listed, after the share dilution, her shareholding ratio will be reduced to 30%. Qihang Investment is determined to acquire 20% of the shares of Daxun Group held by Anjie Company, which is equivalent to 6 million shares. After the dilution after listing, their shareholding ratio will become 15%.
Qihang Investment's goal is obviously not limited to this. They are ambitious and want to complete the controlling stake in Daxun Group. According to the proportion of shares required for controlling stake, we still need to acquire or control at least 16% of the shares. In this way, the attitude of its shareholders becomes crucial, and every decision they make can affect the final outcome of this battle for equity.
Thinking of this, I took a deep breath, tried to calm myself down, and told Lin Xun and Zhang Pingmin everything that happened in today's negotiations, as well as the things I had been worried about, without reservation.
Zhang Pingmin looked calm, without a trace of worry between his brows, as if the complicated and turbulent equity struggle before his eyes was just a small ripple that had been expected long ago. He gently picked up the teacup, took a sip of the fragrant tea, then looked at us with a firm and steady gaze, and stated his attitude clearly and decisively: "I will never transfer these 6 million shares. As for the timing of my exit in the future, it all depends on Mr. Lin's arrangement."
This resounding statement undoubtedly played a key role in the equity game and was of great significance. I have always had full confidence in 놛놅's character. 놛 is steady, loyal and righteous. He has been working in the business world for many years, and his credibility and reputation are obvious to all. With such firm support, Lin Xun's chances of winning the battle for equity have undoubtedly increased, and the situation seems to be tilting slightly in our favor.
Lin Xun lowered his head slightly, a trace of thought flashed through his eyes, and then he seemed to be talking to himself, or discussing the situation with us: "Sister Yun's 1.5 million shares must be fine. And the 3 million shares of state-owned assets, logically speaking, there should be no problem, right?"
I frowned and interrupted her with a serious look: "You are too optimistic. Don't forget who is behind Qihang Investment. It is not a fantasy or impossible for Qihang Investment to acquire these 3 million shares."
After hearing what I said, Lin Xun's already pale face instantly became even paler. Her originally lively eyes were now filled with anxiety and uneasiness, and she asked anxiously, "What about the 1.5 million shares that were transferred to Xiaocheng Steel Structure during the previous land exchange?"
Her question was like a flash of lightning that flashed through my confused thoughts and reminded me instantly. I acted decisively, quickly took out my cell phone from my pocket, and called Lin Haisheng in front of them without hesitation.
At this time, Lin Haisheng, because of his father's illness, naturally took on the heavy responsibility of the head of the entire group and was in the headquarters of the group in Hangzhou.
I briefly explained my intention to Lin Haisheng on the other end of the phone, and my heart sank with every word I spoke. As soon as I finished speaking, the answer from the other end of the phone was the result I least wanted to hear: 1.5 million shares of Xiaocheng Steel Structure were actually acquired by Qihang Investment.
It turns out that He Zhibin, CEO of Qihang Investment, and Lin Haisheng were classmates and friends when they were studying for MBAs at Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. However, Xiaocheng Steel Structure has recently encountered a liquidity crisis and is having difficulty in cash flow. Under He Zhibin's lobbying and temptation, Lin Haisheng weighed the pros and cons and finally chose to cash in his equity to solve the urgent need of Xiaocheng Steel Structure. This seemingly helpless but realistic choice made him a key chess piece for Qihang Investment in this battle for equity.
When I heard the news, I felt a chill running from the soles of my feet to the back of my head. My back was instantly soaked with cold sweat, as if I were in an ice cellar. All of a sudden, I suddenly realized why the CFO of Qihang Investment inadvertently said those words that revealed the secret during the negotiation. Now I think about it, I have to thank you for your "rashness". Otherwise, we would still be in the dark and know nothing about the conspiracy of Qihang Investment. By the time you show your skills, I'm afraid it would be too late to save the situation.
I suppressed my inner shock and helplessness, and asked Lin Haisheng with a trembling voice: "How much is your transfer price?"
On the other end of the phone, Lin Haisheng did not hide anything and replied calmly: "8 yuan per share."
Calculated at this price, 12 million yuan in cash would surely fall safely into my pocket. As for you, the dispute over the control of the Daxun Group has long been a thing of the past and has nothing to do with you anymore.
Although I had mixed feelings, I still maintained due courtesy and said take care to each other. After all, in this capital game, everyone has their own stance and difficulties, so this is really not to blame.
My conversation with Lin Haisheng was clearly transmitted to Lin Xun and Zhang Pingmin's ears through the hands-free button. Lin Xun's already tense expression became even uglier at this moment, just like the gloomy sky before a storm, so depressing that it made people breathless.
I quickly re-examined the current equity structure in my mind, and after a rough estimate, I felt even more depressed. At present, the total number of shares we can control is 19.5 million shares. Even if the company is successfully listed, the equity ratio will only be 48.75%, which is still one step away from achieving absolute control of 51%. This one step, seemingly insignificant, is actually like a chasm that stands in front of us, putting us in an extremely passive position in this battle for equity.
I frowned and turned my gaze to Zhang Pingmin, asking doubtfully, "Does Qihang Investment really have its eyes on the Daxun Auto Parts industry and intend to invest in the real economy and do something about it?"
Zhang Pingmin shook his head slightly, his eyes revealing a deep insight into capital operations, and he slowly said: "People who engage in capital have always only pursued quick in and out and making large profits. How can you have the patience and energy to deeply cultivate the real economy? Moreover, Qihang Investment is essentially just a private equity fund. The financial backers behind it put a lot of pressure on you to meet your KPIs. They wish they could invest money today and see a rich return tomorrow. How can they give you time to engage in the real economy, which is a slow-acting and risky business."
Lin Xun then threw out a series of questions like a string of cannonballs: "Then why are you going to so much trouble to control the company? In your eyes, Daxun Group is just a small company. Why are you keeping a close eye on us?"
Facing Lin Xun's repeated questions, Zhang Pingmin narrowed his eyes slightly, and explained slowly with a serious expression: "It is because your company is relatively small and the equity structure is relatively simple that we can manipulate it. The purpose of holding the shares is actually very simple, that is, they come for profit. They plan to do some tricks on the financial statements, whitewash the company's performance, and create an illusion that the company's development prospects are good, so as to sell the shares at a high price in the secondary market and make a lot of money. In their eyes, there is only naked profit, and they don't care about the long-term development of the company and the industry ecology. This is the underlying logic of the bloodthirsty capital. Making money is their only goal."
Zhang Pingmin's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting our hearts hard and making us more deeply aware of the cruelty and complexity of this battle for equity.
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