Although Beidao Zhi's name sounds somewhat island-like, it's difficult for Li Zhi to determine if he has any islander ancestry. As Li Zhi observed Beidao Zhi, the latter was also observing the young man in front of him.
Everyone has weaknesses, and the greatest shortcut to defeating an opponent is to identify their weaknesses.
The three of them dined together, and their initial conversation did not immediately focus on the acquisition of Li Zhi's fish ball manufacturing company. Instead, they engaged in casual conversation.
From Beidao Zhi, one could sense the noble lineage in his demeanor, which exerted a subtle pressure on others. However, this pressure was of no use to Li Zhi.
In Li Zhi's eyes, what noble lineage? You're just an NPC. What is the significance of discussing nobility? Even if you are noble, can you be as noble as a "player" like him?
Despite this, Li Zhi managed to avoid any unfavorable situations. The initiative in the conversation was not in Beidao Zhi's hands. If he asked a question, Li Zhi would answer if he wanted to, deflect if he didn't, or simply smile and remain silent. He also asked many questions about Beidao Zhi's identity. The two of them gained some understanding of each other!
Beidao Zhi frowned inwardly. He didn't expect this young man to be so difficult to deal with and impervious to persuasion.
The meal did not leave a pleasant impression.
After lunch, the tableware was removed, and dessert and fruit were served. Only then did the two of them steer the conversation back to the core, transitioning from the previous vague topics to the heart of the matter.
"I believe Mr. Li is aware that I invited you out this time to discuss your fish ball manufacturing company," Beidao Zhi said with a smile, wiping his hands.
Li Zhi nodded and replied with a smile, "That's correct. My secretary has already informed me about it." My condition is pf-word suggestion0 billion in cash in exchange for 49% of the company's shares. "If Mr. Beidao agrees, we will be excellent business partners in the future."
"Twenty billion in cash is a substantial amount." Even if I were to gather it in a short time, I would face considerable pressure. Although it's difficult, I can raise this amount. However, your company is worth at most a million dollars. A 200% premium for only 49% of the shares. "Do you think others will not consider me a fool if this deal becomes public?" Beidao Zhi looked directly at Li Zhi and said, "Although it's challenging, I can raise this amount." Beidao Zhi looked directly at Li Zhi and said, "Although it's challenging, I can raise this amount." However, your company is worth at most a million dollars. A 200% premium for only 49% of the shares. "Do you think others will not consider me a fool if this deal becomes public?"
Li Zhi shrugged and leaned back in his chair, looking at the other person with a playful expression. "They will, undoubtedly." However, others' opinions do not represent Mr. Beidao's vision and values. Some things are subjective, and if you believe my company is worth this price, then invest. "If not, I won't force it," he paused for a moment and added softly, "But I believe that one day in the future, Mr. Beidao will regret it!"
Regret?
Beidao Zhi was quite self-assured and would not regret any decision he made. However, he was open to others' opinions, especially the analysis reports from his Intelligence Team.
Before meeting Li Zhi, Beidao Zhi's Intelligence Team had already analyzed the potential value of Li Zhi's fish ball company. Perhaps in ten years, the company would indeed be worth this price, but not at present. Not to mention, the investment would take too long to yield returns and was not very profitable.
Therefore, the Intelligence Team of Beidao Zhi's final recommendation was to terminate the acquisition, as it was deemed impractical.
After all, Li Zhi's fish ball company was only worth 20 million, yet Beidao Zhi would have to spend 20 billion to acquire it. This investment was not intended to inject capital into the company. There were other ways to acquire it.
As one of the heirs of the Northwind Venture Group, Beidao Zhi had considerable influence in the 5th Fishing Port. It wouldn't be difficult to suppress a small fish ball company using commercial tactics.
"Twenty billion is too high a price," Beidao Zhi shook his head at Li Zhi. "Even if a refund is issued, it will not be received promptly." "The investment and returns are not proportional." "Of course, if you can tell me what I stand to gain, then this investment is not out of the question!"
For some reason, Beidao Zhi did not follow the expected script. Instead, he introduced a glimmer of hope. He wanted to hear how Li Zhi would respond.
Investing a billion dollars in cash into a small company valued at only a million dollars and acquiring less than half of the shares. Is this reasonable?
Li Zhi's smile remained unchanged, but his eyes flickered. He admitted that this man exuded a different vibe than others. Although he appeared refined, there was undoubtedly a fierce and ambitious nature within him.
"Firstly, I want to make it clear that I have never intended to sell my fish ball company, neither in the past nor now." It was Mr. Beidao who initiated the acquisition invitation, and due to the influence of Northwind Food Manufacturing Company in the 5th Fishing Port, I had no choice but to name a price. "The marketplace is like a battlefield, and it's better to have one more friend than one more enemy."
This was Li Zhi's way of informing Beidao Zhi that he wasn't interested in selling the company, but the latter had left him no choice.
Beidao Zhi remained calm and gestured for Li Zhi to continue.
"Secondly, on the surface, Mr. Beidao does seem to be at a significant disadvantage." "However, in the long run, it's not you who will be at a disadvantage, but me."
Indeed, Li Zhi never thought that Beidao Zhi was at a disadvantage. It was he who was at a disadvantage. No one understood the potential growth of the fish ball company better than he did. This was a unique production site in the "Factory World," with abundant fishing resources. The value of Li Zhi's fish ball company would only continue to grow. In the future, a few hundred billion dollars would not be able to stop its value.
"Me?" Beidao Zhi was taken aback, looking at Li Zhi with disbelief.
Li Zhi nodded seriously, "Yes, it's me." I can assure you that investing 20 billion in exchange for 49% of the fish ball company's shares would be the wisest investment of your life. This value will be depleted by next month. Even if I don't sell as many shares again, it might be 400 billion for 30% of the shares, or even less!
Li Zhi's words made it even more difficult for many to believe. However, he was just informing Beidao Zhi, not trying to convince anyone to buy his company.
This was an affirmation, regardless of whether the other party believed it or not.
Despite the possibility that another person might have left long ago, Beidao Zhi chose to stay. He sat there, pondering what gave the other person such confidence. When facing him, Beidao Zhi didn't sense any inferiority or fear in the other person's eyes. He spoke confidently and even stated that if Beidao Zhi didn't invest, he would regret it for the rest of his life.
Would he regret it?
If he did, how long would it take for him to regret it?
Even if this fish ball company, currently valued at only 20 million, were to reach a value of 200 billion in the future, Beidao Zhi might only sigh in disbelief. It would be very difficult to make him feel regret.
"Can you tell me about your company's specific profit situation?" Beidao Zhi asked Li Zhi.
Li Zhi smiled and asked, "These are the company's most confidential secrets, but can I tell you what I can gain from it?"
The other party was direct; he didn't beat around the bush.
"What do you want?" Beidao Zhi asked, looking at him.
"10 billion interest-free loan for one year." "How about that?" Li Zhi paused for a moment and then smiled as he spoke.
Beidao Zhi stared at Li Zhi for a moment, then took out a checkbook from his pocket and wrote a check. Without saying a word, he pushed it toward Li Zhi.
"Straightforward!" Li Zhi started to develop a liking for this somewhat "dashing" blond man.
Handing the check to the excited Yi Qiu Shuang beside him, Li Zhi said with a smile, "In my fish ball company, I currently have five main fish ball manufacturing plants." The construction cost of each plant is 3.2 million, and with land rental and labor costs, it will cost about 3.5 million to set up. Each primary fish ball manufacturing plant can generate a net profit of around per day. "I plan to expand the company to 30 primary fish ball manufacturing plants within a month." By then, the daily net profit is expected to reach 15 million.
"Are you suggesting that constructing a fish ball manufacturing plant costs only 3.5 million and can yield a net profit of 500,000 per day once completed?" "Can the construction cost be recovered in just seven days?" Beidao Zhi stared in disbelief, analyzing and asking.
Li Zhi nodded with a smile, "Although it's hard to believe, it's the truth." "If it weren't, would I have set the price so high?"
Beidao Zhi furrowed his brow and pondered for a moment, "Can I send someone to inspect the factory on-site?"
"No!" Li Zhi shook his head with a smile. "Whether you believe me or not is your choice." "No one will force you."
After all, the 5th Fishing Port was not Li Zhi's territory. Suddenly, he had a new idea. If he couldn't come here often, wouldn't it be better to find a powerful partner or agent here?
There was no need to always eat alone. The strength of a group would be more powerful.
This was a test for Beidao Zhi. If he were willing to join, Li Zhi would welcome it. As one of the top ten group companies in the 5th Fishing Port, the Northwind Venture Group still found him valuable.