bookcurios Chapter 217 Chen Wen: Sir Bao, do you want to act out a scene with me?
Chapter 217 Chen Wen: Sir Bao, do you want to act out a scene with me?
"Mr. Chen is indeed a smart man."
"I made my fortune in shipping, and I know best how these people will do whatever it takes to suppress local businessmen in Hong Kong Island for the sake of business. I really don't want the Wharf to fall into the hands of Jardine Matheson again."
"But after all, Wharf Holdings is in the hands of Mr. Chen. If Mr. Chen really wants to exchange Wharf Holdings for the property, I can't do anything about it. On the contrary, I will help Mr. Chen negotiate with Jardine Matheson. At least, it is a happy thing for us Hong Kong Islanders to control such a large property of Wharf Holdings."
Even though both parties have talked to this point, Sir Bao still respects Chen Wen's attitude towards this matter.
After all, it was Chen Wen who controlled the shares of Hutchison Whampoa, and it was also Chen Wen who had to fight against the British-Sun Group.
What will be the consequences of fighting against the British Empire during this period?
I believe no one would be unclear about this.
It is precisely for this reason that no matter how much Sir Bao admires Chen Wen, he dare not make a decision for Chen Wen, let alone guarantee Chen Wen.
Even so, the facts are there, and Sir Bao has made his attitude clear both publicly and privately.
Next, it all depends on how Chen Wen chooses.
If Chen Wen insisted on giving up the shares, Sir Bao would not bear any grudge against Chen Wen because of this matter.
On the contrary, Sir Bao will help Chen Wen acquire the properties of Hutchison Whampoa from the Jardine Matheson Group.
"Sir Bao is worthy of being Sir Bao. He has such a big vision. No wonder he has become the world's number one shipping tycoon. The Dong family is not as good as the Bao family."
Hearing this, Chen Wen continued calmly, "In that case, please trouble Sir Bao to go there for me."
Hearing Chen Wen's words, Sir Bao just nodded to himself.
In fact, through this conversation with Chen Wen, Sir Bao could see that Chen Wen was not an ordinary businessman.
It was originally thought that Chen Wen would do the opposite and continue to hold on to Hutchison Whampoa's shares and fight the other party to the end.
But I never expected that Chen Wen would finally give in.
However, these did not affect Sir Bao's appreciation of Chen Wen at all.
After all, Hong Kong’s British Empire Corporation is a big tree.
Not everyone can shake the fruit from this tree, not even Sir Bao.
Everyone knows that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
But everyone also knows how much pressure the person who holds this opportunity is under.
So, in this case, any decision is possible.
Even though he could see it clearly, a hint of regret still flashed across Sir Bao's face.
Not only Sir Bao, but also Sir Bao's son-in-law and Sir Bao felt the same regret.
But as bystanders, they cannot express any attitude except regret.
"Since Chairman Chen has said so, I will do my best to promote this deal. If there is nothing else, I will take my leave first."
Sir Bao said directly without any hurry.
All the properties of Hutchison Whampoa held by the Jardine Matheson Group will be handed over to New Hung Hing Properties.
HSBC's Vice Chairman Bo Yi did not even consider this matter.
But Sir Bao agreed so readily and directly, which is enough to show that Sir Bao's strength is not something that ordinary people can compare with.
In other words, Sir Bao saw factors that were favorable to Jardine Matheson here.
But it’s the other party’s business, there’s no other way.
"Sir Bao, don't be impatient. We need to discuss this deal slowly."
Chen Wen sat down slowly, and then made a cup of Kung Fu tea for Sir Bao.
"I wonder if Mr. Chen has any other conditions?"
Seeing Chen Wen's actions, Sir Bao hesitated for a moment.
But soon, he adjusted his thoughts and asked Chen Wen another direct question.
"Since Sir Bao came to meet me for personal reasons, I must of course express my gratitude."
Seeing this, Sir Bao smiled slightly.
But before he could start to refuse, he was stopped by Chen Wen's hand.
Chen Wen continued slowly, "I am a novice in the business world, so I am naturally not as good as Lord Bao in doing business. I think Lord Bao can see the long-term better than me."
"What do you mean?"
There was a hint of admiration in Sir Bao's eyes.
Could it be that Chen Wen realized something else?
"Sir Pao has also said that it is not an easy task to ask Wharf Holdings to give up the right to build the property. I don't want to embarrass Sir Pao, so why not make this simple matter even simpler?"
Chen Wen said directly without any hurry.
After hearing what Chen Wen said, Sir Bao looked at Chen Wen meaningfully.
Could it be that the Chen Wen in front of him was not the real Chen Wen, and the real Chen Wen had some other surprises?
"I know that even if the other party agrees to my terms, the one who will benefit from this matter is still Jardine Matheson."
"Whether Jardine Matheson seeks other investors or expands its own shareholding, the initiative is in Jardine Matheson's hands."
"By then, I won't be as proactive as I am now."
Chen Wen said directly without any hurry.
There is no doubt that what Chen Wen is talking about now is not just the negotiation with Jardine Matheson about the Wharf Holdings stake.
Rather, it is about the crisis that Chen Wen may face in the future if he stops the acquisition of Hutchison Whampoa.
Just as Chen Wen said, on the surface it seemed that Chen Wen won, but in fact, it was Jardine Matheson who benefited in the end.
They can dilute Chen Wen's shares through various means, and then all they will lose will be the properties in their hands.
But I switched to another company and the loss was not much.
Obviously, Chen Wen realized this, and this was not the result Chen Wen wanted.
"So, Mr. Chen is planning to continue raising the price at this time?"
Sir Bao seemed to see through everything and spoke directly.
However, in response to Sir Bao’s speculation, Chen Wen simply shook his head.
"This is the excuse I made up for Sir Bao to persuade Jardine Matheson. Once they find that things are in Jardine Matheson's favor, they will definitely do this."
"But I'm not stupid. Once I find that something has disadvantages, I will find a way to make the disadvantages outweigh the advantages."
"So, I would like to invite Sir Bao to sing a big show with me."
Chen Wen looked at Sir Bao with a determined look.
Lord Bao was also completely attracted by Chen Wen's youthful spirit. He subconsciously asked, "What play? How do you want to sing it?"
Not only was Sir Bao curious, but Tang Judy was also very curious, and Sir Bao's son-in-law even raised his curiosity to the extreme.
For a moment, everyone's attention was focused on Chen Wen.
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