This was also his first time to step into the spotlight. The signing day was quite low-key, with no reporters present, and it was completed quietly.

The second brand that agreed to sign the contract was the number one brand in the domestic battery industry, and also the number one in the world.

The signing representative was a middle-aged man in his forties. After signing the contract, when shaking hands with Chen Xu, he said with some regret, "You gave up the proposal we proposed. Can you tell me the reason?"

Before this, this company contacted Secretary Kim privately and proposed another cooperation plan. They wanted exclusive authorization, for which they could pay 6 billion, and even said that they could continue the discussion.

This plan was rejected by Chen Xu.

Chen Xu took his hand back and said, "A monopoly is not conducive to the healthy development of this industry. Moreover, it is easy to give some people abroad an excuse. Don't forget that many countries have antitrust laws."

More importantly, it is not in his personal interest.

Without competitors, a company can make money simply by relying on monopoly. Over time, the entire company will lose its enterprising spirit and may even suppress emerging companies and the emergence of new technologies for its own benefit.

He would never allow such a situation to happen.

“This market is big enough to support six or seven companies.”

The battery market is large enough that the kinetic energy batteries used in electric vehicles alone are enough to support several companies, not to mention the batteries for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and laptops.

Even the energy storage batteries in the smallest industrial market are more than enough to support a business.

To ensure competition, he will also give two places to foreign countries.

From now on, the seven companies he selected will stand at the top of the industry. This is the advantage of occupying the upstream of the industry, and all companies in the industry will have to call him daddy.

It will take some time for the new battery to be launched on the market. After all, a new production line cannot be built in a day or two. In addition, several companies will certainly increase their investment in scientific research in order to maintain the competitiveness of their products.

The battery model provided by Chen Xu is relatively casual and still has great potential to be tapped. Theoretically, the energy capacity can be increased by about twice.

The middle-aged man exclaimed, "Mr. Chen is so young, but he has such a broad mind. I really admire him. I hope we can have the opportunity to cooperate with him in the future."

Regardless of whether he was just saying polite words or not, Chen Xu accepted everything and said with a smile, "It will happen."

The middle-aged man asked again, "Excuse me, what kind of research topics will your company be conducting in the future?"

Chen Xu did not hide his thoughts and said, "Lithium-sulfur battery."

Lithium metal batteries are now available, so are lithium-sulfur batteries far behind?

Theoretically, the energy capacity of lithium-sulfur batteries is more than ten times that of current lithium-ion batteries, and more than four times higher than the batteries that Chen Xu has developed.

The prerequisite for the realization of lithium-sulfur batteries is to solve the problem of lithium dendrites, because it also uses lithium metal as the negative electrode.

The middle-aged man was not surprised and said with a smile, "Then I wish you can get results as soon as possible."

"Then I'll take your good words." Chen Xu said with a smile.

He could have a finished product any day now, but that wouldn't do anyone any good.

The five companies that just spent so much money to buy patent licenses will feel that they have been cheated. This is purely offensive. After all, they are also our partners. We cannot cheat them like this and ruin their reputation.

Of course, it can't be too long. Don't underestimate the world's scientific research strength. When the news that the lithium dendrite problem has been solved spreads, scientific research institutions in various countries will definitely increase their research on lithium-sulfur batteries. If someone else makes it first, the loss of money is a small matter. The key is that it will affect his industry status.

Chen Xu decided to give them four years, which was enough time for them to make a good profit. By then, they could come up with a new generation of lithium-sulfur batteries, which would be a good time for upgrading.

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The money soon arrived in the company's account, and after paying taxes, there was still 4.5 billion left. The professional accountant hired by Chen Xuxin had previously provided him with several tax avoidance plans, and he affirmed the work of the accountant, but did not adopt them.

At his level, 500 million more or less doesn't make much difference to him, so why bother thinking about how to avoid taxes? Of course, he won't refuse the benefits he deserves. He will pay what he should pay.

the next day.

Luo Xiyun started his own company and rented an office in a building near Wanhua Company. The driver got out of the car, opened the door, and he got out.

Chen Xu wore a red striped suit, sunglasses, and a pair of brown pointed leather shoes today, and walked straight into the building.

Secretary Jin followed him carrying a briefcase.

After entering the elevator, there were only two of them. Chen Xu took off his glasses and said, "It's a pity. It would be more impressive if we brought a few bodyguards."

Secretary Jin felt that the boss had changed a lot during this period of time. Compared with before, he seemed to be a completely different person. He would never be as flamboyant as he is now.

But think about it, the boss really got rich overnight this time, wealth can make people crazy, this is 4.5 billion. It's not surprising what will happen.

She thought to herself and responded, "Do you need to hire some bodyguards?"

"Forget it. I don't want to be followed everywhere. I can contact the bodyguard company and make arrangements in advance to hire some temporary bodyguards when necessary." Chen Xu said.

bite.

As we were talking, we arrived at the floor.

YUNXU AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.

Chen Xu was very satisfied when he saw the name of the company. This represented an unusual meaning.

This was his first time visiting Luo Xiyun's new company.

After saying something to the front desk, the two of them went into the company.

Inside is a large office with more than a dozen young employees working in front of computers. The working atmosphere seems good.

Secretary Guo received the news and came forward. When he saw Chen Xu, he was slightly stunned.

"Secretary Guo, long time no see." Chen Xu greeted warmly.

Secretary Guo is willing to follow Luo Xiyun to start a business, so he can be said to be her true descendant.

"Mr. Chen...Mr. Chen." Secretary Guo stumbled as she spoke, "Um, Mr. Luo is waiting for you inside." Unconsciously, she used honorifics.

"Okay." Chen Xu brought Secretary Jin into Luo Xiyun's office.

"What are you doing here..." Luo Xiyun was reading a document. As he spoke, he looked up and was startled for a moment. "Why are you dressed like this?"

Chen Xu turned around and said, "How is it? Doesn't it look good?"

Luo Xiyun put down the document in his hand, looked at it, nodded, and said, "I didn't expect it to be quite suitable for you."

After talking about clothes, she asked about business, "What's the matter with you looking for me at this time?"

Chen Xu said, "I want to invite you to go back to my hometown with me."

Luo Xiyun said, "Please forgive me, I really can't leave now."

Chen Xu said, "There is always work to be done. I feel bad for you for working so hard. How about this, when I get back from my hometown, I'll come over and help you for a few days."

Luo Xiyun shook his head and said, "I can handle it myself."

Chen Xu walked over, squatted beside the chair, held her hand, looked into her eyes, and said, "You want to start your own business, and I support you. But the premise is to combine work and rest. Life is only a few decades, and I want to set aside more time to be with you."

Luo Xiyun grabbed his hand and said, "Then I'll arrange it first."

(End of this chapter)