Mr. Feng's condition surprised not only Lu Feng but also Feng Zhiyao; it was as if he had taken a revival pill.
"Dad, why did you stand up?" Feng Zhiyao hurriedly stepped forward and asked.
"Lu Feng is here? The weather is nice today, I'm just soaking up some sun." Mr. Feng turned around and looked at Lu Feng with a smile, saying, "It's normal for people to get sick when they get old. You're so busy, yet you still think of me."
"It's nothing, I bought you some tonics as a token of my appreciation." Lu Feng put the things down and hurriedly said, "Please lie down for a while."
"No need. My medical team said I can be discharged in the next couple of days. I'm recovering very well recently, and I should be able to live for a few more years." Mr. Feng sat in his wheelchair and asked calmly, "How's things going in South Africa?"
"It's been resolved. Although it's not perfect, it's the best solution so far," Lu Feng replied honestly.
“The international community is not like the domestic world, nor can it be solved by having a few drinks and meals with a few leaders. Some issues involve fundamental conflicts of interest. If you can’t see these issues clearly, you won’t be able to stand firm in the international market. In any case, Sun Hung Kai is quite satisfied with how you handled this issue.” Mr. Feng praised Lu Feng, “After all, this is your first time showing your talent, and you have already done very well.”
"There are still many shortcomings!" Lu Feng said modestly.
"If Brother Feng can't do it, then no one else can. Even those guys on Wall Street are no match for Brother Feng." Feng Zhiyao had an indescribable confidence in Lu Feng.
Seeing his son praising Lu Feng so highly, Mr. Feng remained silent for a while before saying, "We still need to be cautious when dealing with Wall Street. Don't treat Wall Street as a simple financial system. The companies on that street have complex relationships behind them. It's not that they don't have the ability to target you, but that you're not strong enough. Let me tell you this: if they wanted to, they could destroy any financial company within a month, including Schroders."
"Dad, aren't you giving Wall Street too much credit?" Feng Zhiyao asked, somewhat skeptical. "Schroder Group is one of the world's top companies."
“I’m not talking nonsense, I just need to consider the consequences. I’m saying this in the hope that Lu Feng will be more cautious.” After Mr. Feng finished speaking, he looked at Feng Zhiyao and said, “You can go out first, I’ll talk to Lu Feng for a while.”
"I'm going out?" Feng Zhiyao glanced at Lu Feng, wondering what his son couldn't hear. But he still obediently went out and closed the door.
"You know about the United Capital thing, right?" Mr. Feng asked Lu Feng.
"I know a little!" Lu Feng didn't know what he wanted to say.
“I know that Su Yourong is very close to you, but you still have to be careful. Your Hurricane Capital should kick her out if necessary. We can’t let her have a monopoly in United Capital. Being out of control is a problem. Business is about checks and balances. This kind of structure is not good for your position on the board of directors of Jiafeng Electronics. You don’t want to be manipulated, right?” Mr. Feng’s slightly cloudy eyes looked at Lu Feng, as if everything was under the control of this old man.
Lu Feng's expression changed slightly, and he frowned as he said, "I will handle these matters."
“You don’t need to be afraid. As long as we’re in Hong Kong, with my connections built up over most of my life, I can find out whoever I want. Rest assured, Sun Hung Kai’s 10% voting rights in Jiafeng Electronics will always be yours. I believe you’ve created this corporate structure, so you must be very confident about the 30% employee shareholding.” Mr. Feng mustered his spirits and said, “As long as we stabilize the core, there won’t be any problems.”
Things are unfolding exactly as Mr. Feng originally envisioned: minority shareholders are holding major shareholders hostage, and whoever Sun Hung Kai helps will win. Don't underestimate the power of a small 10% stake; that 10% is the decisive factor.
As the company grew and expanded, it was only natural for Schroders to want to control it and sideline Lu Feng. Lu Feng, the founder, did not want to be ousted, so he could only try to tighten control over the management and curry favor with Sun Hung Kai Properties.
In this way, no matter how capable he is, or how much he looks down on Feng Zhiyao, he will have to obey.
"You've thought things through very well!" Lu Feng's smile was rather forced.
“It’s just that I’m thinking a bit too much. In the early stages of a business, you need to be bold and daring, like Zhang Fei. In the later stages, you need Zhuge Liang. If the strategy goes wrong, it’s all over!” Mr. Feng stared at Lu Feng and said, “But don’t worry, I trust you completely. This time, we will definitely vote for you in the board of directors’ vote. Even if I pass away many years later, given your friendship with Zhiyao, I believe that 10% of the voting rights will still be yours.”
"I still want to thank you for your trust. I will definitely do a good job with Jiafeng Electronics," Lu Feng said sincerely.
Mr. Feng was quite satisfied with Lu Feng's attitude at this moment and asked, "What are the plans for the international market next?"
“With the global market facing obstacles, we are now backed by the Schroder Group. In the future, I want to expand into the European market. After all, we are the only major player in the VCD field, mainly focusing on mid-to-low-end brands. I believe we can make a name for ourselves in Europe,” Lu Feng said in a deep voice.
"This is a work in progress, but we have to get the Schroder Group to put in some effort. At the same time, you also need to expand your market in Hong Kong and the mainland, and establish a firm foothold in the surrounding markets in order to go further."
"Yes, that's also the main direction for next year!" Lu Feng replied.
"About Su Yourong?"
“I’ll take action soon!” Lu Feng replied.
“That’s good. I’ve recovered quite well this time. The doctor said my bodily functions are better than they were two years ago. If I live a few more years, it will be a good thing for you, right?” Mr. Feng asked.
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