novelhk Chapter 348 Revenge
Chapter 348 Revenge
Jiang Tiansheng said, "First, we should closely monitor market dynamics and see if there are any other opportunities."
By the way, we must cut costs wherever possible in the company's daily operations.
In the atrium of The Landmark in Central, Jiang Tiansheng was rushing along when he accidentally knocked the coffee out of the hand of Li Bingjun's best friend, Zhang Yunshan.
"Oh my god, what's wrong with you?!" Zhang Yunshan screamed.
Jiang Tiansheng quickly apologized: "I'm so sorry, I was in a hurry and didn't notice."
When Li Bingjun saw that it was Jiang Tiansheng, her eyes lit up and she said with a smile, "Mr. Jiang, what a coincidence."
Since you've knocked over my best friend's coffee, why don't you treat us to a meal as an apology?
Jiang Tiansheng hesitated for a moment, then, realizing he had indeed made a mistake, nodded in agreement: "Alright, where would you two like to eat?"
Li Bingjun and Zhang Yunshan exchanged a glance, and Zhang Yunshan said, "Let's go to Dian Du Xian Seafood Restaurant, the food there is so delicious."
The three arrived at Dian Du Xian Seafood Restaurant, where Li Bingjun and Zhang Yunshan ordered many expensive dishes without any hesitation.
Jiang Tiansheng looked at the menu but didn't say anything.
During the meal, Li Bingjun asked, "Mr. Jiang, you've been in the real estate industry for so long, what are your thoughts on it?"
After thinking for a moment, Jiang Tiansheng said, "Ms. Li, I think if you have the opportunity, you can try to enter the mainland market."
Costs are relatively lower in mainland China, giving it a greater advantage in market competition.
Li Bingjun seemed to be thinking: "I'm considering transforming the family business into the real estate industry."
Mr. Jiang, do you think now is a good time to enter the market?
Jiang Tiansheng said, "Entering the real estate industry now is not too risky. However, the market situation may change in a while, and opportunities may be harder to grasp."
Li Bingjun picked up a piece of food, looked at Jiang Tiansheng, and asked, "Mr. Jiang, what do you mean?"
Jiang Tiansheng put down his chopsticks and said seriously, "Miss Li, the real estate market seems to be booming now, but there are actually some hidden dangers."
Take property land as an example; properties in poor locations, like Sha Tin Centre shopping mall, are completely ignored.
However, prime locations face fierce competition and a high risk of inflated prices.
Zhang Yunshan couldn't help but interject, "It's so complicated, how should we choose?"
Jiang Tiansheng continued, "Therefore, I suggest that your family consider entering the mainland market."
Costs are relatively lower in mainland China, giving it a greater advantage in market competition.
Li Bingjun hesitated, "But we don't know much about the mainland market. Isn't the risk too great?"
Jiang Tiansheng shook his head: "Entering the real estate industry now isn't too risky. However, the market situation may change in a while, and opportunities may be harder to grasp."
After thinking for a moment, Li Bingjun asked again, "Mr. Jiang, do you really think it's feasible for our family business to transform into real estate?"
Although Jiang Tiansheng wasn't particularly interested in Li Bingjun's family, he still offered his honest opinion:
"From a market trend perspective, it's feasible. However, you need to be fully prepared, understand the market rules, and act cautiously."
The three chatted for a while longer. After the meal, Jiang Tiansheng said goodbye to Li Bingjun and Zhang Yunshan and left the restaurant.
Jiang Tiansheng walked into a department store, intending to select some office supplies.
Suddenly, a quarrel broke out not far away.
He walked over out of curiosity and saw a saleswoman with her head down, while her supervisor next to her was angrily reprimanding her.
Upon closer inspection, Jiang Tiansheng recognized the saleswoman as Li Zhi, who was from the mainland.
"What's wrong with you? You can't even handle this small thing. You've ruined this deal!" the boss yelled.
Li Zhi whispered in defense, "I...I didn't mean to."
Jiang Tiansheng stepped forward and said to Li Zhi's superior, "Sir, please don't get angry yet. Let's talk things out."
The boss glanced at Jiang Tiansheng and said impatiently, "Who are you? Mind your own business."
.........
Jiang Tiansheng smiled and handed over his business card: "My name is Jiang Tiansheng. Perhaps I can be of some help."
The boss took the business card, glanced at it, and his attitude softened slightly: "So you're Mr. Jiang. This employee made a mistake that caused losses to the company, and I was really worried about it."
Jiang Tiansheng turned to Li Zhi and asked, "Miss Li, what exactly happened?"
Li Zhi said, feeling wronged, "I accidentally mixed up the customer's order information, so..."
Jiang Tiansheng thought for a moment and said to Li Zhi's superior, "How about this, I have some connections with this client, I'll go talk to him and see if we can salvage the situation."
…….…
The boss quickly thanked him, saying, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Jiang. If you can solve this, it will be a great help."
Jiang Tiansheng then said to Li Zhi, "Ms. Li, this is my business card. If you have any further questions, or if you want to change jobs, you can contact me."
Li Zhi accepted the business card and said gratefully, "Thank you, Mr. Jiang."
Jiang Tiansheng nodded and left the department store. Li Zhi was a woman with potential; she was just currently facing difficulties. He decided to stay in touch with her for now and make plans for the future.
The next day, Jiang Tiansheng went to Dehe Real Estate Company and met with Lin Luoqi.
"Loki, how's the Sham Shui Po warehouse-to-parking lot conversion project going?" Jiang Tiansheng asked bluntly.
Lin Luoqi said, "Tiansheng, I have reached a preliminary agreement with the local community through my connections."
However, the association requires that the renovation project be undertaken by their renovation company.
Jiang Tiansheng pondered for a moment: "That makes sense. By the way, regarding the project's scale, I think we can expand it from 3 warehouses to 7. This is expected to generate [profit/revenue]."
Millions in profits.
Lin Luoqi looked troubled: "Tiansheng, I also want to expand the scale, but funding is a big problem."
The renovation cost for each warehouse is between 2 million and 3 million yuan. With seven warehouses, that would require at least 20 million yuan, which I don't have the funds for.
Jiang Tiansheng said, "This can be solved through loans. Moreover, I suggest that Paramount Company participate in the project, which can alleviate the financial pressure."
Lin Luoqi's eyes lit up: "That's a great idea! How should the shares be distributed?"
Jiang Tiansheng thought for a moment: "Jide Real Estate Company and Paramount Company each hold 30%, and Dehe Real Estate holds 40%. What do you think?"
Lin Luoqi nodded in agreement: "Okay, it's settled then."
Meanwhile, Lin Luoxun and Lin Luoshi were watching Lin Luoqi and Jiang Tiansheng's every move from their office.
"Big brother, look, Rocky and Jiang Tiansheng are planning to convert the warehouse in Sham Shui Po into a parking lot."
Lin Luoshi pointed to the documents in his hand and said.
Lin Luoxun's eyes sharpened: "This is a good opportunity to get revenge on Jiang Tiansheng."
Lin Luoshi asked, "Brother, what do you mean?"
Lin Luoxun said, "We can consider participating in the competition and making Jiang Tiansheng invest more money in this project, to see how arrogant he can still be."
Lin Luoshi nodded and replied, "Brother, I understand. So, what exactly should we do?"
Lin Luoxun continued, "Cooperating with the triads is key. Through them, we can acquire warehouses at low prices while simultaneously raising the acquisition prices for Jiang Tiansheng and his group, significantly increasing their costs."
Lin Luoshi quickly replied, "Brother, I have already contacted the person in charge of the gang."
"Over there, as long as they have the money, they can help us take over the warehouse faster than Jiang Tiansheng and his team."
Lin Luoxun nodded and then added, "However, when acquiring warehouses, you must avoid the acquisition scope of Jiang Tiansheng and his group."
Choose those in slightly less desirable locations; their prices are relatively low, which can also cause them trouble.
Lin Luoshi indicated that he understood: "Okay, big brother, I will be careful."
On June 17, a major event occurred in Hong Kong's business district. Wheelock Properties, a subsidiary of Wheelock Properties, and Cheung Kong Holdings formed a consortium called Insight Investment Limited to acquire two commercial buildings, the Central Federal and International, owned by Wheelock Properties, for HK$1 billion, with an initial payment of HK$500 million in cash.
Upon learning of this, Jiang Tiansheng fell into deep thought. He was well aware of Li Jiacheng's business acumen and muttered to himself:
“Li Jiacheng has always been good at ‘boiling a frog slowly’. He won’t rush to sell these two buildings; he’s definitely waiting for the right opportunity.”
In the afternoon, Lin Luoqi rushed to Dehe Real Estate Company and anxiously found Jiang Tiansheng.
"Tiansheng, something bad has happened! Lin Luoxun and Lin Luoshi have already acquired warehouses in Sham Shui Po. They're moving incredibly fast; they took over a warehouse this morning," Lin Luoqi said urgently.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Tiansheng's face darkened, and he immediately realized the seriousness of the problem:
"It seems the Lin brothers already know our plan; they're preparing to compete with us."
After a moment's thought, Jiang Tiansheng said decisively, "Rocky, we can't just sit here and wait to die."
We must accelerate the pace of acquisitions, and we must take the initiative, not just passively defend.
Lin Luoqi hesitated, "Tiansheng, won't this escalate the conflict? I'm worried..."
Jiang Tiansheng interrupted him, his attitude resolute: "Rocky, if we don't fight back, how will we survive in this industry in the future?"
If we back down this time, future cooperation will be fraught with difficulties…
Lin Luoqi pondered for a moment, then finally nodded in agreement: "Okay, Tiansheng, I understand."
I'll take over the competition and make sure it's handled well.
The Lin brothers' actions have seriously threatened their own interests, so they secretly decided:
"Brother Lin, this time I'll teach you a lesson." He began to devise a plan in his mind that was both easy to implement and profitable.
Meanwhile, Lizhi, who works at a department store, becomes depressed due to discrimination from her colleagues and eventually decides to resign.
She remembered the business card Jiang Tiansheng had given her, and after much hesitation, she decided to go to his office for help.
Li Zhi arrived at Jiang Tiansheng's company and, upon seeing Jiang Tiansheng, said somewhat nervously:
"Mr. Jiang, I... I really can't stay in the department store anymore. I wanted to ask if there's still a chance for the job you mentioned before?"
Jiang Tiansheng looked at Li Zhi and smiled, saying, "Of course there's a chance."
I'd like you to quit your sales job and become a secretary at Zhao'an Real Estate Company. The monthly salary is 3000 yuan. What do you think?
Li Zhi was pleasantly surprised: "Really? Mr. Jiang, thank you so much!"
Jiang Tiansheng continued, "I'll give you an advance of 1000 yuan. Use it to buy some business attire."
In addition, practicing Cantonese regularly will help you adapt to your work environment later.
Li Zhi accepted the money and said gratefully, "Thank you, Mr. Jiang. I will definitely work hard."