Chapter 227: Business Negotiation

In the past, when Qin Han and Su Hao met privately, they always dressed casually, striving to create a friendly, "good buddies" atmosphere.
But today, he was dressed in a sharp, custom-made suit, a meticulously tied tie, his expression as serious as if he were attending the UN Security Council.
Because today wasn't a private time for him and Su Hao.
"Long time no see, Chairman Qin," said Liu Zhisheng, Chairman of Xia Lian Group.
He was also dressed in a suit and tie, his words carrying a subtle barb.
"Yes, Chairman Liu. It's really not easy to meet like this. I've asked you several times before, but you haven't given me the time of day."
"Hahaha, sorry, sorry, you know I've been incredibly busy lately."
"Even when you're busy, you need to take care of your health. Too much pressure and too much stride can easily strain your body."
"It's alright, I exercise every day, I'm in great shape. I especially focus on strengthening my lower body..."
The moment they met, the tension was palpable.
The two business tycoons exchanged barbs, showcasing the art of business banter to its fullest extent.
"If we had known it would be Chairman Liu coming in person, Fanghuan Group should have sent Chairman Huang to receive you," Qin Han said with a forced smile.
"We thought Xialian Group would send a business manager."
"Don't mention it. I'm not deaf. I know who's in charge at Fanghuan Investment right now."
Liu Zhisheng's sharp gaze fell on Su Hao, who sat silently in the main seat. "Right, Chairman Su?"
Su Hao.
This man who appeared out of nowhere, creating a legendary return on investment with his miraculous trading skills, and transforming Fanghuan Investment, a private equity firm, into a behemoth.
Before coming, Liu Zhisheng had naturally investigated Su Hao and Fanghuan Investment thoroughly.
He knew very well that the current Fanghuan Group revolved around Su Hao and the mysterious trading department he led.
“So, Chairman Su,” Liu Zhisheng cut to the chase, “what exactly is the purpose of bringing us together today?”
“It’s about the servers,” Su Hao said calmly.
“The whole world is in chaos right now because of the server issue. Semiconductor demand is exploding, but supply is cut off.”
A once-in-a-century super bull market in the semiconductor market is just around the corner.
Countless companies are desperately waiting to expand their server capacity, coinciding with the equipment upgrade cycle. This extreme imbalance between supply and demand has created an unprecedented golden opportunity.
“I hope this problem can be resolved as soon as possible,” Su Hao said.
“Chairman Su, you should know that Xia Lian and Jiang Jin are competitors, right?” Qin Han frowned.
“I know.”
“Then you still want us to cooperate?”
“Is that not possible?”
Su Hao’s question left Qin Han speechless for a moment.
In this situation, Qin Han shouldn’t be drinking, but he still picked up his glass and downed it in one gulp.
It's called cooperation, but frankly, isn't it just about Jiangjin Group giving up a piece of the profits it's already made and giving it to Xialian Group?
"Healthy competition between two companies is certainly a good thing. But personally, I hope to see all companies in our country thrive together."
Su Hao's gaze swept over the two men.
"So, instead of fighting to the death, why not join hands at crucial moments? Especially in times like these, isn't that right?"
"..."
Therefore, I hope you two can have a good talk and reach a result as soon as possible.
I'm probably not much help standing here, so I won't disturb you any longer."
With that, Su Hao stood up gracefully and nodded slightly to the two bigwigs.
"This matter is entrusted to you, Chairmen."
He actually just acted as a matchmaker, then left his two arch-rivals in a room, acting like nothing had happened!
The whole scene resembled a master matchmaker abandoning two blind dates and running away!
Qin Han and Liu Zhisheng stared at each other in the room.
An awkward silence filled the air.
Qin Han poured and drank his wine, while Liu Zhisheng's mind raced, his thoughts a complete mess.
What the hell is this?
This business negotiation is like a blind date!
The matchmaker finished her opening remarks and disappeared, leaving two incompatible people staring at each other blankly?
Liu Zhisheng had been hoping Su Hao could mediate and at least exchange a few words.
Now, his only bridge of communication has vanished.
Did he really expect Qin Han, that cunning old fox addicted to hoarding his spoils, to share his share?
Dream on!
However, just as Liu Zhisheng was about to say a few polite words and leave, Qin Han spoke up.
“If we allocate some orders from our side, how much of Xia Lian's production capacity can you handle?”
“…?”
Liu Zhisheng momentarily doubted his ears.
"Wait, Chairman Qin, are you serious? You really intend to share the orders with us?"
"Didn't you hear me?" Qin Han downed another glass, his eyes filled with complex emotions. "Chairman Su said he hopes we can resolve the issue as soon as possible."
"That...that's just his personal opinion. Is your Jiangjin Group really willing to share the orders with us?"
"Yes." Qin Han sighed, a hint of helplessness in his voice. "To be honest, we're almost bursting at the seams right now."
After squeezing TSMC out of the market, Jiangjin Group's chip business did indeed experience an unprecedented boom.
The problem is, the orders are like a tsunami; they simply can't handle them. If they keep going like this, they'll really burst.
“But it’s just a matter of time, isn’t it?” Liu Zhisheng pressed. “Give you enough time, and you’ll be able to process these orders sooner or later.”
“That’s right, it will take some time, but we’ll definitely be able to finish them eventually.”
“Then are you still willing to share orders with us?”
“Didn’t Chairman Su say,” Qin Han’s eyes were somewhat complicated, “that he hopes all the companies in our country can prosper together.”
“But… wasn’t that just a polite remark?”
“To you, it might be a polite remark.” Qin Han shook his head, his voice lowering slightly, “but to me, it’s not.”
Just now, Su Hao’s calm gaze had sent a chill down the spine of this seasoned group chairman.
He had never seen Su Hao speak like that before.
That gaze, that tone—it wasn’t a discussion, but an unquestionable command!
Knowing the two companies were mortal enemies, he still insisted on arranging this meeting.
What would happen if Qin Han, for his own and Jiang Jin Group's private interests, ruined this scheme orchestrated by Su Hao?
He didn't even dare to think about it!
The fragile "friendly relationship" he and Su Hao had painstakingly built would likely vanish in an instant.
"We'll send a practical team to handle the specific details of the cooperation," Qin Han decided.
"I believe that with our two companies joining forces, the memory chip shortage problem can be solved quickly.
I'll discuss it with the board of directors when I get back, and I also ask Chairman Liu to make preparations."
"Ah... okay, okay, we'll prepare immediately."
"Then, I'll take my leave."
In the large private room, only Liu Zhisheng remained, his mind still blank and buzzing.
He never dreamed that Jiang Jin Group would give up such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish a monopolistic position.
Even if, as Qin Han claimed, they were truly overwhelmed by orders, it was a sweet problem, one that time could ultimately solve.
But they conceded so readily.
'Could it... really be because of that Su Hao?'
Just now, in a fleeting moment, Liu Zhisheng caught it.
Qin Han's attitude towards Su Hao.
Although the two addressed each other as brothers and seemed close, a hint of... awe, even fear, was clearly hidden deep in Qin Han's eyes.
Even if Fang Huan Group was currently unstoppable, how could the head of Jiang Jin Group, a giant in the domestic semiconductor industry, fear a young man in his twenties?
'Could it be... that he's been caught red-handed?'
Otherwise, all of this inexplicable happening before him was completely inexplicable.
That feeling...
It was as if Su Hao held an invisible leash, one end of which was firmly around Qin Han's neck.
What terrified Liu Zhisheng even more was that he felt the cold rope noose swinging towards his neck!