Chapter 1209: Adaptation
Ning Weimin understood that Shen Cun disliked the lack of shares.
And this was actually something he expected, and of course there was talk about it.
But he also understands that if he agrees too simply, he will inevitably breed more desires.
Although he didn't hold back his bad thoughts, he very much wanted to promote cooperation, but he had to use a snack machine.
What's more, his scheming is purely a conditioned reflex.
With his temperament, it is difficult for him not to be scheming when it comes to business matters.
After thinking about it, he said, "Brother, I understand how you feel. Of course I can let you increase your investment and get more shares. But frankly speaking, in the first few years, this business was actually It's just for trial and error. Our real goal is not to make much money, but to cultivate as many skilled employees as possible while formulating a set of operating standards that suit us."
"And the chain fast food industry is. We must expand, at least in the first-tier cities, so we have to seize the market. So in a few years, when I can take over, if the store operation has stabilized, expansion should follow, which means a greater amount of funds will be needed. The investment will probably cost at least tens of millions. Even if you get more shares now, if the funds in your hand cannot keep up with the development of the company in a few years, it may mean that your shares will be squeezed out. Small. Will you feel it is unfair at that time?”
“But if we do not increase capital and expand, we will lack scale effects and miss the opportunity to seize the market. That won't work either. What do you think? I believe that my current proposal should be a more suitable ratio. In fact, this is the most cost-effective for you. You can invest less and see more when you expand later. Wouldn’t it be better to invest more if you have funds?”
When Shen Cun heard this, he suddenly felt that he had nowhere to use his energy.
In addition to admiring Ning Weimin's words, they were really powerful, and he couldn't help but laugh.
"Wei Min. I have never seen you negotiate like this. I don't even talk about bargaining properly. There is no trick of the enemy advancing and me retreating. I just say what I want to say. But it doesn't matter. It shows that you are sincere. I am also sincere. So I will propose an alternative plan to you. Do you think it will work? Exchange with you.”
Ning Weimin was greatly surprised by Shen Cun’s new initiative.
"The shares in your personal firm? You mean... the architectural firm you are about to set up in mainland China?"
"Yes." Shen Cun nodded happily, "To tell you the truth, when I came back this time and saw the large-scale construction projects all over the capital, I was greatly touched. This old city is simply too big for people like us who are engaged in construction. It is a huge treasure house. Because this city is lagging behind in terms of infrastructure, there are too many places that need to be renovated and upgraded. I felt that it was the right time to accompany my mother back to my hometown.”
“Weimin, construction is very profitable. I don’t know if you know about the urban infrastructure and real estate industry abroad. Companies engaged in real estate and construction are the most profitable, because whether a city is developed or not is most directly reflected in the level of architecture, and there is no doubt that making your city have the most conspicuous, modern and beautiful buildings. Landmark buildings or architectural clusters are the goals that every policymaker is pursuing. The government is actually the most willing to spend money. So what I want to say is, believe me, there is definitely a future in architectural design. My firm must be a good investment that is not inferior to your fast food chain."
"Since you are not short of funds, do you think it is a good idea for me to invest 1.5 million yuan. In addition to the RMB in your fast food chain, I will use part of my architectural firm's shares to exchange for further fast food shares with you. I estimate that I will invest three to four million yuan to open a design office in Beijing. The 40 shares are equivalent to about 1.5 million yuan. Do you think you can give me another 15% of the fast food shares? In this way, we will hold shares in each other and cooperate more closely. I will feel more at ease.”
This time it is Ning Weimin’s turn to find the north.
Shen Cun's condition made him beam with joy as soon as he heard it. He really couldn't control it this time.
For no other reason than because he is not optimistic about the future of the domestic real estate industry, but is unswervingly and strongly optimistic about it.
Only people like him who have traveled through time know that the era of commercial housing is coming and how high housing prices in first-tier cities across the country will rise in the future.
He can even think further than Shen Cun.
Out of speculative instinct, before he met Shen Cun, he had already imagined how he would get involved in real estate development in the 1990s.
I have been thinking about how to get into this industry that creates wealth the fastest and will become one of the national economic engines in the future.
Now that I know Shen Cun, this is undoubtedly an extra helping hand.
Of course it would be better if you could participate in his design office and become one of the shareholders.
For Ning Weimin, this is like finding a crutch that can support him moving forward.
It can perfectly solve the shortcomings of being involved in the new field of real estate industry, not understanding professional technical indicators, and being easily deceived by construction parties.
Are you still unhappy about this?
Not to mention that this is indeed a promising industry, and it is impossible for Shen Cun's design office not to make money.
Although it is not as healthy as the fast food industry, it is completely a cash cow.
However, the nature of the industry dictates that if it does not open for three years, it will take three years for it to open. As long as it can find projects, Shen Cun's design office will produce astonishing profits.
Ning Weimin is actually the least worried about this aspect.
Even if his connections are of little use, he at least plans to build a few rent-collecting buildings in the unformed CBD area in the future.
Just think of it as saving yourself money, and it's worth it.
Of course, having said that, maybe that's why.
Shen Cuncai was willing to exchange 40% of the firm's shares for 15% of the fast food restaurant's shares.
This man is also very clear about things, and he has calculated his gains and losses.
Probably Tuning Weimin’s connections in the capital and the tangible profits that can be seen and touched every day in the fast food industry led him to propose such a condition.
Yes, anyway, one is willing to fight and the other is willing to suffer, so be it.
Ning Weimin readily agreed, "Okay, that's it. I agree with this proposal, I think it's okay. I'll have someone type out the contract later. And without further ado, we have to take action immediately. Tomorrow, we will sign the contract and go to the Industrial and Commercial Bureau for consultation. I will pay for the upfront costs of the fast food and the office. Now we have to get the licenses for two companies at the same time. As for this, after I go to Japan. I can't take care of it anymore, but I'll leave it all to you. Brother, if we have any questions, we can only contact you by phone and fax."
"No problem here in Beijing, except for the formalities. Except for the problem, I can deal with it with no problem."
Shen Cun was also very pleased, he agreed generously, and couldn't help but praise Ning Weimin.
"Weimin, you are so happy in doing things. You confirmed it in just a few words, so neatly that I couldn't believe it. I thought you still wanted to think about it. Who knew you would actually..." Ning Weimin Then he couldn't help but interrupt and tease him.
“Haha, this is probably because my eldest brother has stayed abroad for too long, and there are too many profiteers among the people he comes into contact with. I’m not telling you, Americans are actually the most dishonest in business. Those foreign devils like to be stubborn, and they also like to give justice to any unfairness that benefits them. So if I suddenly tell you, something is wrong with you, isn't it? He was stunned for a moment, then admitted frankly
"Don't say it, it seems like that. You, your pulse is first rate. ”
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In addition to the business and entertainment in the company, except discussing the cooperation between the two of them with Shen Cun.
During the period after the New Year, there is actually one more thing that is crucial to Ning Weimin.
That is to visit Huo Yanping.
On February 11, 1987, the first day of the Lantern Festival, Ning Weimin was finally summoned and met with the chief director again in Huo Yanping's courtyard.
It can be considered that I am stuck at the last node, so I wish this chief director a happy New Year.
The conversation between the two was still so pleasant at the beginning. Director Huo was generally very satisfied with the situation Ning Weimin had created in Japan.
Especially because he was not eager for quick success. After getting the "Dream of Red Mansions" TV series, he hastily sold it to Japanese TV stations.
Instead, a lot of money and effort were spent on hiring Japanese scholars overseas to polish the lines more delicately.
This fully reflects his sense of responsibility for traditional culture.
But this time, in order to allow "Li Xianglan" to be successfully released in China, I obtained a legal "birth permit".
After Ning Weimin took the initiative to mention to Huo Yanping that he invited Teresa Deng to sing the theme song of the movie, he was still shocked.
"Wei Min, I have to criticize you this time. You are too careless in some aspects. How did you come up with such an idea? Isn't this just looking for trouble? I really can't help you with this. ..."
"Leader, I am also trying to free ride and expand my external influence as much as possible. She has taken the initiative to help promote the movie, considering that she has just won two major awards in Japan. , her career is at its peak now. No one can deny that she is the number one Chinese singer. This is all for the anti-fascist cause..."
"Don't sound so nice, you're being hypocritical. , it seems more philistine..."
"Okay, I admit, it is just to use her fame to promote it, and also hope to attract her fans to support this movie, so as to increase the overseas box office of this movie and make more money."
"You are a good person everywhere, but you are blind to money. You are a money animal. Am I wrong?"
"No, no, you have a sharp eye and your criticisms are sharp. I can't do anything in front of you." Escape..."
"Okay, I am not the Sun Wukong played by a six-year-old child. I am too lazy to surrender to monsters like you who get into the eyes of money..."
"Haha, the leader also watches "Journey to the West". Monsters like me are actually beneficial and harmless, and I can do some good things for the country and the people. Just like the current domestic film recession, all studios have no money to make movies. How many people have nothing to do. I facilitated this kind of joint filmmaking opportunity, which not only allows Japanese society to reflect on the war and more clearly understand the crimes they have committed, but also allows major film studios to start working and alleviate the country's insecurities. Don’t bear the burden. Only when the cinemas show high-quality films can they have money to pay to the state to provide bonuses to employees. Can you tell me that this is not to support national construction? Besides, when I came back this time, I donated money to the Municipal Cultural Heritage Bureau. There are more than twenty pieces of bronzes and calligraphy and paintings. I always make money to do meaningful things..."
"Don't brag about yourself, the country will give it to you. I’m thanking you for the award, right? You, it’s useless no matter what you say, I advise you not to waste time on me, and find someone else to record another song as soon as possible to replace it..."
"No, leader, what's the matter? Among the people, "Don't Pick Wild Flowers on the Roadside", "Sweet Honey", and "I Only Care About You" have long been circulated. Now even the canteen at the entrance of our alley, Xiu Everyone in the car stall is listening. Besides, if I do this, I will lose face in front of my fiancée..."
"Fiancée? Do you have a girlfriend?" Ning Weimin's last words were completely clear. It caught Huo Yanping's attention.
“Hey, if nothing else happens, I might get married this year.”
Looking at Huo Yanping’s expression, Ning Weimin knew that he had an unusual interest in this matter, so he He took the initiative and made a detailed explanation honestly.
Actually, this matter is the focus of today.
Ning Weimin wanted to invite Huo Yanping to his wedding, but he was afraid that his cross-border marriage would encounter any resistance. He also considered that Huo Yanping might have complicated emotions because of Huo Xin.
In short, any reason is enough to make him cautious.
But fortunately, Huo Yanping still fully respects the autonomy of marriage, even though he learned that Ning Weimin's marriage partner turned out to be a Japanese star, and it happened to be Keiko Matsumoto, the star of the movie "Li Xianglan".
But he was surprised, and perhaps dissatisfied, but he did not comment on this.
Instead, he expressed his blessings, changed his attitude towards Ning Weimin's request, and agreed to go to the relevant departments for him.
He also agreed to Ning Weimin's further request, saying that when he gets married, he will definitely attend the ceremony to congratulate him.
Ning Weimin breathed a sigh of relief. After visiting the house today, he finally felt calm and stable.
You must know that because of his important position, Huo Yanping now has great official power.
Although I am still close to him, the topic is not as casual as before.
And because of the heavy burden, when Huo Yanping saw him now, even if he asked for a meal, he would insist on not drinking.
Ning Weimin was unable to adjust the atmosphere with wine, and was very worried about the outcome of this meeting.
Now, at least, it’s over.