Capítulo 1843: Chapter 1457: A Visitor Arrives

When Bai Xiaosheng and Zhengdong Province returned to the hotel, lunchtime had long passed. However, the four had been in meetings for so long, they were genuinely hungry. Others could at least drink water or eat some bread and cookies to stave off hunger, but they had to maintain their image and only drank water, not eating anything. Moreover, given the uncertain circumstances at the time, they had no appetite.

Now, the feeling of hunger hit them hard. So, the group headed straight to the hotel restaurant, ordered some dishes, and dug in while chatting.

“In a couple of days, once all the shares are officially under my name, I’ll transfer them to you,” Bai Xiaosheng said to Zhengdong Province. “You founded this company from scratch, it’s your hard work. It should belong to you.”

Currently, the development of Shengsheng International is even surpassing Zunbai Zhisheng and Xue Lian Wan He. Holding 51% of the shares is akin to controlling one of those companies.

Yet, Bai Xiaosheng showed no attachment and was adamant about giving it back to Zhengdong Province, completely indifferent to such staggering wealth!

Such magnanimity is truly unparalleled.

The reason is simple. First, Bai Xiaosheng doesn’t lack money. When money reaches a certain magnitude, it’s just a number.

Truly wealthy people are “uninterested in money,” valuing other things of real significance more.

Such as his relationship with Zhengdong Province.

Back then, Bai Xiaosheng didn’t invest a penny, yet Zhengdong Province insisted on giving him plenty of shares so that Bai Xiaosheng receives billions every year.

Based solely on this, Bai Xiaosheng would unhesitatingly gift him the entire Shengsheng International.

“You were the one who paid for the shares’ acquisition, I don’t have that much money to give you right now,” Zhengdong Province said straightforwardly. “Besides, the company personnel agreed to transfer shares because of you. If you leave suddenly, their morale will wane, and there’s even a chance they’ll be set up by that woman surnamed Dong. No way, you can’t leave, the company belongs to you, I don’t have any objections!”

Handing Shengsheng International over to Bai Xiaosheng was something Zhengdong Province felt right about.

Bai Xiaosheng thought for a moment and said, “How about this, I’ll treat the shares as your annual salary to work for me for three to five years, and the company is still yours.”

Zhengdong Province shook his head directly, “Three to five years? Do you know how to calculate? I think it should be at least ten years! Hey, I say, do you understand the value of Shengsheng International? You’re giving away those shares in three to five years? Who are you underestimating here!”

Saying this, Zhengdong Province seemed a bit angry.

“Ten years! That’s a long time! Perhaps… let’s make it a little less,” Bai Xiaosheng suggested.

“At least ten years, that’s the bare minimum!” Zhengdong Province insisted.

Stubborn as a mule, Bai Xiaosheng knew this side of him well.

“Alright then, for these ten years, the company will be mine, you will work for me, and I’ll give you shares,” Bai Xiaosheng reluctantly agreed.

Zhengdong Province also reluctantly agreed. Anyway, eventually, the company would be entirely his, and he would still provide Bai Xiaosheng with shares.

Nearby, Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying looked at the two of them curiously.

Over the years, they’ve seen far too many sibling rivalries and clashes, not to mention disputes between friends, even blood brothers fighting fiercely over money, resulting in head wounds and fatal conflicts!

But these two are something else entirely. Pushing away and avoiding a giant corporation worth billions—is this a grudge against money?

One can only say that their relationship has indeed reached a certain level!

Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying felt a sense of warmth from watching them.

Having such a friend in this lifetime is worth more than any amount of money!

Happily reaching an agreement, Bai Xiaosheng and Zhengdong Province clinked their bowls of soup as if toasting.

Afterward, Bai Xiaosheng added, “There’s still 34% of the shares in Luo Zitian’s hands. That’s quite an unpredictable bomb, you need to find a way to defuse it!”

Zhengdong Province ate with his head bowed, responding, “Don’t worry! Luo Zitian’s shares are just temporarily gathered under his name; they will eventually disperse, and I’ve already found a way to slowly retrieve the shares from them!”

Zhengdong Province looked up with a smirk, “I’m a Zheng too, I’m not easy to bully. Previously, we avoided using certain tactics, as we all ate from the same pot. Now that they’re unjust, I’m going to show them that I’m also skilled at playing those games!”

Hearing Zhengdong Province say this, Bai Xiaosheng was reassured.

His concern was that Zhengdong Province was too virtuous.

In the business world, one must be forthright and act with integrity, but dealing with some shady and unscrupulous people, a little cunning is necessary too.

As the saying goes, the bad guys are cunning, the good guys need to be even more cunning, otherwise how can the good guys defeat the bad guys.

Moreover, only children distinguish right from wrong, whereas adults weigh benefits and drawbacks.

After dropping some tough words, Zhengdong Province continued eating, then put down his chopsticks and stood up, saying, “You guys continue eating, I’ll head back to the company to arrange a few things.”

He then told Bai Xiaosheng, “Make sure you stay here for a couple more days! Let me properly fulfill my duty as a host!”

Bai Xiaosheng waved him off with a smile, “Hurry along, you don’t need to worry about us.”

Zhengdong Province cracked a grin, turned, and left.

Bai Xiaosheng watched his back, smiling and shaking his head, “This guy has never changed, always brimming with enthusiasm, never stopping for a moment.”

“Isn’t that great?” Lin Weiwei smiled.

Lei Ying also smiled, agreeing.

All in all, Bai Xiaosheng felt he could be at ease with Zhengdong Province.

The three of them were still eating when suddenly Lei Ying looked up, glancing to one side.

Simultaneously, Lei Ying spoke, “Someone’s coming.”

Bai Xiaosheng and Lin Weiwei also looked over.

Indeed, there was a visitor.

It was none other than Wang Helei. He had changed his outfit, altered his hairstyle, and removed those glasses.

Nevertheless, Bai Xiaosheng recognized him immediately at first glance.

To be honest, Wang Helei’s new look gave him a rather dashing appearance, somewhat handsome, and the smile on his face wasn’t unappealing.

“Mr. Bai, are you folks eating? Hope I’m not interrupting,” Wang Helei asked politely with a smile.

“Almost done.” Bai Xiaosheng picked up a wet napkin, wiped his mouth, and smiled. “Wang Director, you managed to find us here; quite impressive.”

Wang Helei smiled immediately, “Apologies for the intrusion.”

As he spoke, Wang Helei nodded politely toward Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying, as a form of greeting.

This person certainly knew his manners.

Lin Weiwei and Lei Ying nodded back at him. Though he’s someone skilled at disguise, their impression of him wasn’t bad.

“Let’s talk over there,” Bai Xiaosheng stood up with a smile and extended an invitation.

Wang Helei nodded with a smile.

Finally, the two sat at a window-side table in the restaurant, giving them a unique view of the city.

Bai Xiaosheng ordered tea, while Wang Helei chose coffee.

“First, I want to congratulate Mr. Bai on smoothly bringing Shengsheng International under your wing! I imagine your next step might be to promote collaboration between Shengsheng International and Zhenbei Group’s Greater China Region. Shengsheng International surely benefited from this situation,” Wang Helei expressed with a smile. “Actually, my Wang Family has long wanted to connect and collaborate with you, but we never had the opportunity. Today, I’m fortunate to meet you in person, a rare chance that I had to chase after. I hope to invite Mr. Bai to visit Haoyu for inspection in the future, to see if there’s a possibility for collaboration between us!”

Indeed, Wang Helei deserved being part of an influential family; he certainly wouldn’t miss any opportunity for family development.

To this, Bai Xiaosheng smiled lightly, “May I know if the invitation is your personal idea or that of Chairman Wang?”

Bai Xiaosheng believed that Wang Helei’s father was certainly aware of his presence, and Wang Helei’s visit was prompted by a directive.

“A bit of both, my father also hopes to meet you and discuss collaboration!” Wang Helei replied with a smile.

He admitted frankly.

“Collaboration,” Bai Xiaosheng rolled the word, smiling as he asked Wang Helei, “How substantial could collaboration between you and me be, compared to Haoyu and Yuema?”

Bai Xiaosheng spoke with implication.

He assisted Zhengdong Province, collaborating with Shengsheng International, and naturally inclined towards Tengyun.

Haoyu backed Yuema, and the two were rivals rather than allies.

Wang Helei met Bai Xiaosheng’s gaze directly, frank and sincere, “Haoyu is not subservient to Yuema; we are just collaborators. This time we jointly counter Tengyun Series because of shared interests. We don’t wish to abandon all business partners due to Yuema, especially your side!”

Wang Helei was clearly sending a message.

They didn’t want to become adversaries with Bai Xiaosheng; perhaps Wang Helei’s father knew something about Bai Xiaosheng’s relationship with Mr. Lu Yun.

And Wang Helei’s visit this time was a show of sincerity.

Bai Xiaosheng smiled; when others express goodwill, he reciprocates, eager to exchange words with Wang Helei.

Bai Xiaosheng believed Wang Helei and his father would understand.

“Mr. Lu Yun and I are friends, good friends!”

“Zhenbei Group’s Greater China Region and Tengyun, likewise!”