CHAPTER 290: CHAPTER 89: MAKING THE FIRST MOVE (PART 2)

When Hang Yishao entered, Su Qingzhang was standing by the window. After the completion of the "Shengshi Huasha" invested by Su Group last year, all the subsidiaries of Su Group and related departments had moved into this thirty-story building, the tallest skyscraper in Mo City.

Su Qingzhang’s office was located on the thirtieth floor, and from its windows, one could bird’s-eye view the entire Mo City. The newly built roads and buildings under construction, along with all the small and big changes in Mo City, lay spread out before Su Qingzhang’s eyes.

However, just looking at the back of Su Qingzhang, Hang Yishao felt somewhat uneasy. Perhaps in the eyes of many, Su Qingzhang was merely a successful businessman with a crippled leg. He didn’t have a tall stature, nor a loud voice, and didn’t appear to have the physical presence of a successful businessman. But as Hang’s father, who had dealt with him many times, said, Su Qingzhang had a quick mind and was faster in reacting to opportunities and crises than most. An unimpressive opponent could often be the most formidable.

"Yishao, you’re here, have a seat." Su Qingzhang turned around and saw a face that was ambitious, albeit slightly tense.

"Uncle Su," Hang Yishao retracted his gaze from examining the office and focused on Su Qingzhang’s face.

"I’ve heard that you’ve been very capable lately, already taking charge of major projects within the company," Su Qingzhang spoke with an undertone, having inquired about Hang’s father before. The beach project proposed last time was suggested by Hang Yishao. Although this young man had a questionable style, his brains were indeed sharp.

"I still need to rely on the support of my uncles," Hang Yishao courteously responded on the surface. Su Qingzhang was seemingly amiable, but word had it that the Su Group recently wanted to invest in a mining project in Australia, and when negotiations were about 90% complete, the Australian Government suddenly received a "pollution report," forcing Su Qingzhang’s investment project to be put on hold. The construction of "Shengshi Huasha" was exactly a declaration of the Su Group’s ambition to be number one in Mo City. This setback in the Su Group’s investment project, including the Hang Family and several others, was secretly snickered at. These subtle changes between big families were also reflected in these aspects.

But Hang Yishao did not come today to gloat, "I’m here today to discuss a cooperative project with Uncle Su." Hang Yishao knew that in front of an old fox like Su Qingzhang, saying too much could lead to mistakes. It was better to be forthright and clear.

"Speak your mind," Su Qingzhang said calmly, gesturing for Hang Yishao to sit down.

When Chang Mei walked in again, bringing the coffee, she also noticed Su Qingzhang’s face growing solemn, unaware of what they had discussed during the interim.

"A good project," Su Qingzhang, an experienced businessman, had a keen sense of any investment project, including operating models like auction houses, which had also caught his eye instantly.

"Thank you for the compliment, Uncle Su," Hang Yishao did not exhibit any of the arrogance typical of young people in response to Su Qingzhang’s praise; instead, the frown he had when entering the door had now relaxed.

"I don’t quite understand, such a project, with a thorough plan devised by my cousin, should have attracted the interest of many nationwide even if not told to the Su Group. Why do you come to me then?" It was clear to Su Qingzhang that a project like the one in Hang Yishao’s hands, which he referred to as a stroke of genius, once the Mo City beach project was completed, the corresponding project developed by Hang Yishao would certainly cause a sensation nationally and even globally.

"To not conceal from you, Uncle Su, my project has already passed the scrutiny and consultancy of various institutions including the Blackstone Group in the United States. The capital return and operability are both highly robust. Currently, only a few people know about this project, but they all have shown great interest," Hang Yishao emphasized the project’s high returns, believing it would further pique Su Qingzhang’s interest.

"So, what else do I need to do apart from providing capital?" asked Su Qingzhang. Because of the mining investment, he had a large amount of idle funds; it was too wasteful just to let it sit. The Hang Family had indeed taken notice of this. Yet, if that were the only point, surely there would be others across the country who could meet their requirements.

"You don’t need to do anything. Regarding the operation of the new project, we’re all novices, so the company has already contacted professional managers with relevant experience. Once the beach project is completed, everything can proceed with normal operations," Hang Yishao said with a smile after making his point clear.

"Experience tells me not to believe in ’pie in the sky’," Su Qingzhang was still skeptical. A project with an annual yield of up to 20 percent and Hang’s offering it to him with no strings attached was questionable, especially with Hang Yishao personally coming forward to negotiate with him.

"Uncle Su, your and my father have been old friends for nearly thirty years," Hang’s father, though not from as low a background as Su Qingzhang, who had started from the Sixth District, had made his way up from Zone 5. Although the two couldn’t be considered life and death friends, they indeed were formidable rivals on the business field – sometimes, a good rival can be far more useful than a mediocre friend.

From this perspective, Hang’s father’s upbringing was indeed successful.

"What’s more," Hang Yishao shifted the tone of the conversation. Su Qingzhang’s smile froze on his face; he knew the Hang Family wasn’t that generous.

"After Ziceng and I get married, you will be my family. Sooner or later, the Su and Hang families will be one family, right, father-in-law?" Hang Yishao sat in front of Su Qingzhang’s desk, wearing his characteristic sunny smile, finally revealing the true purpose of his visit. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please come to Qidian (qidian.com) and vote with your recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)