The two men argued like they were buying vegetables in the market. When the price was set at HK$1.4 billion, neither side was willing to give in.
"My bottom line is HK$1.2 billion. Now I'll add another HK$100 million. You decide!" Mo Zhexuan thought for a moment and made a decision. If the deal still couldn't be completed at this price, he would give up because the price was too high.
Both Niu Bijian and Bao Fuda saw the determination in Mo Zhexuan's eyes, and knew that this price was probably the bottom line. They looked at each other, exchanged glances for a moment, and finally nodded in agreement.
“It’s a pleasure to work with you!”
"Happy cooperation!" Mo Zhexuan smiled with relief. In fact, he was a little worried in his heart. Now that they can finally reach a cooperation, he feels relieved.
"Mr. Mo! We need to convince the board of directors. How about we sign the contract in a week?" Niu Bijian said immediately.
"Let me make this clear: if we make a public announcement and acquire 20% of the shares in advance, I won't acknowledge it." Mo Zhexuan frowned, worried about something unexpected happening. It's not impossible, since you two are both employees! The Keswick family is the real majority shareholder.
"good!"
“............”
After finishing the business, Newby and Baofuda tacitly agreed not to mention the confidentiality of the total debt of Hutchison Whampoa Properties. They knew that Mo Zhexuan was a smart man.
Since the goal is about to be achieved, we will not do stupid things. Otherwise, we will be in a war with the Jardine Matheson Group. After all, a wounded tiger is still a tiger and will still eat people.
After chatting for a while, Mo Zhexuan asked to leave. Niu Bijian did not try to keep him and called his secretary Edith Melody.
Led by the beautiful female secretary, the three of them entered the elevator, went to the lobby on the first floor, looked at the time on their watches, and found that it was just past eleven o'clock. They immediately prepared to have lunch together.
"Mr. Rupert! I'm sorry to bother you today. It's almost noon now. How about we go have a meal together?"
"Mr. Mo! No problem." Josh Rupert nodded.
There happened to be a Michelin three-star high-end restaurant nearby, so we went in and asked for a private room.
The three of them each ordered a few of their favorite dishes and asked for two bottles of Lafite, which had just been released last year. They chatted about business while enjoying the food and wine.
The 1982 Lafite became extremely popular in later generations. It is no exaggeration to say that it is worth a fortune. There are two reasons for its high popularity.
Firstly, last year was indeed a very good year. The grapes were very ripe, almost to the point of perfection. Coupled with the unique brewing technology, the red wine produced was naturally fruity and full of charm.
The second aspect is the careful publicity of Lafite Winery. Lafite wine has appeared in various film and television dramas. Over time, its popularity has greatly increased and it has become a high-end, atmospheric and upscale existence.
Mo Zhexuan had tasted 1982 Lafite in his previous life. Compared with other red wines, it didn’t taste particularly unique. It just felt so-so. Of course, it was still much better than ordinary red wines.
"The procedures within HSBC will be completed soon. The HK$500 million should be credited to our account tomorrow. Adding to the original HK$838 million, the total will be HK$1.338 billion."
The HK$500 million loan was obtained from HSBC a week ago in order to acquire the shares held by the Jardine Matheson Group. Otherwise, Mo Zhexuan would not have the confidence to ask for the high price of HK$1.3 billion.
He has tasted the sweetness of these loans. No wonder so many tycoons like to take out loans. It really feels great.
"Then I'm relieved! The Jardine Matheson Group will give me a reply in three days. If they agree, they'll need to pay HK$1.3 billion in exchange for 20% of China Gas Company shares. Then we can announce it to the outside world..."
"Okay! I'll be ready when I get back..."
"Come on! Let's have a drink..."
“.........”
The meal lasted for more than an hour, and the three of them were a little drunk, so they got into the car and left. However, no one noticed that when they were leaving the restaurant, a figure on the side of the road took a clear photo with a camera.
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