Chapter 1303 Change of Situation
Without any suspense, Shi Kaili and Qu Xiao successfully got jobs at Saint Laurent.
Shi Kaili is stupid and bold. Based on the news she heard from Tommy, she dragged Qu Xiao to the interview site of Yves Saint Laurent Company the next day to try her luck.
Unexpectedly, even though they had no reliable recommenders and no agent present, with their Republic of China nationality and outstanding appearance, they were allowed to go on stage to participate in the interview, and achieved good scores.
Then without even going back to wait for news, he was sent to the general manager of Saint Laurent, Pierre.
It was so easy, they were paid 40,000 francs each, and became official models for Saint Laurent's July fashion show and Paris Fashion Week autumn and winter clothing conference in September.
I have to say, this job is really sweet and the pay is really high.
This was not only the highest price ever obtained by the two of them on stage together, it even broke Shi Kaili’s personal record of 36,000 francs per performance.
The most important thing is that no one has taken commission from this signing, and the nature of the work is different.
Those are almost the most important performances of the Yves Saint Laurent Company every year.
Although they are not the main performers, in the European-dominated fashion industry, they can participate in the performances of leather jackets, sweaters, dresses and skirts. In this circle, their status is no less than that of other well-known models of color.
Almost on par with the most popular Japanese model among Asian faces.
If the work can be completed, they may have a regular agent in the future and no longer need to rely on Pierre Cardon's deliberate care.
So these two girls are simply beautiful. They have no idea what's going on, and they don't know that they have inadvertently received favors and help from Ning Weimin.
They also mistakenly thought that Yves Saint Laurent particularly favored Asian models, which was their good luck.
And we optimistically imagine that this may herald an aesthetic change in the European fashion industry.
Especially Shi Kaili, who wanted to take Qu Xiao to a nightclub to have fun that day as a celebration.
Because Qu Xiao objected, she also made bold words.
“Sister, come with me, don’t worry about money. Our situation will definitely get better and better in the future, and we will never be short of work. The French are not stupid, why are they using those bow legs? Little Japan. Let me tell you, our career has begun to rise. This year we will be selected by Saint Laurent, and next year it may be Chanel and Dior. Do you believe it? Okay, go ahead, just practice. If you practice French, you may be able to meet a romantic and handsome French guy. This will prevent you from being trapped in love and thinking about people you shouldn't think about..."
These two innocent girls are really too optimistic.
Who would understand that in fact, all gifts from fate have a price secretly marked behind them.
Whatever gift you receive in this life, you need to pay the corresponding price.
There will come a time when you will pay something accordingly. This is the balance of supply and demand in life.
But this cannot be blamed on them being too young, because for this reason, in fact, many people who have lived for most of their lives, and even successful people with high social status, only understand it when things are about to happen or when they die. of.
And the price they pay for being confused will inevitably be extremely painful, just like those who once believed in Bernard Arnault.
In fact, the day after Qu Xiao and Shi Kaili got their jobs, Alain Chevalier, the former president of MH, angrily ran to Dior to find Bernard for accountability.
The old man was furious. Although he was seventy years old, he still shouted at Bernard with an almost broken voice.
"This is ridiculous! How dare you do this! Didn't we make an agreement? We have already made peace. Why do you continue to buy LVMH shares in the open market? What are you going to do?"
However, Bernard Arnault's reaction was actually calm. He had no fear or shame at all.
Instead he laughed, "Yeah, so what?"
"How is it?"
Seeing his indifferent behavior, Alain Chevalier was even more angry.
"You guy! You are quite happy, aren't you! What you are doing is nonsense, you are destroying the peace agreement we have finally reached. Do you want the infighting in the company to continue? Again If you do this, the company will really break up, and even the stock price will collapse. No investors will believe in a company with internal chaos, and shareholders will be unhappy. "< br>
However, Bernard Arnault’s smile did not change and he repeated what he just said.
"Yes, that's what you said. But I still said the same thing, so what?"
He even said deliberately provocatively later, "With all due respect, what you just said was actually a bit exaggerated. Now there are actually many shareholders who are willing to support me as chairman of the board of directors, not to mention that I now have 40% of the equity. So, since I already have the support of the majority of the shares, how can the company split? As for the future of the company and its stock price, I don’t think you need to worry about it. "< br>
These words were clear enough, and Alain Chevalier finally realized that something was wrong.
He was stunned on the spot, staring at the other party in stunned silence.
It took him a long time to murmur, "But...we...didn't we all agree...you have promised me that you will quit as long as you get Dior makeup and perfume."
At this time, it was finally time to meet Bernard Arnault.
His smile grew wider, and his white teeth showed in his open mouth.
"I only promised you to consider it, but the plan has changed, and I have changed my mind now. To be honest, I am not willing to listen to other people's orders. In fact, I have never been prepared to listen to other people's orders. So, for me I will fight this business war to the end."
Alain Chevalier was so angry that he spread his hands and said tremblingly, "But why are you doing this? You've obviously got what you want!"
"Don't you understand? I have a big appetite. Don't think of just using Dior's perfume and beauty business to get rid of me. That's not enough. As a trophy, it is far from enough. Now that I have a complete advantage, what I want is the entire LVMH!"
In these words, Bernard Arnault's tone was simply mocking.
He almost put the word "stupid" on Alain Chevalier's forehead.
"What? How dare you!"
Alan felt that the sky was about to fall, and only then did he truly understand the wolfish ambition of the man in front of him.
This hateful guy not only regards LV as his prey, he even plans to bite him back.
“Oh my god, I can’t believe it. You actually want to betray every partner and let everyone who trusts you down. Originally, Guinness reminded me to be careful about you, but I still did it for you. Say something nice. I told them that Bernard Arnault is a gentleman! But you are doing this to me now..."
However, Bernard Arnault was completely unmoved and scolded him rudely.
"Okay, just shut up."
As a result, Alan's self-esteem began to shatter and collapse.
"What? Shut up? How dare you talk to me like this!"
"What's the point? I promised you before just to confuse you. It's you who are stupid and mistakenly believed me. . With all due respect, an old guy like you is of no use. Your thoughts are full of outdated ideas, and you are too soft-hearted to do anything you should do. In fact, neither you nor Henry Lakami can do anything. Yeah, you are all a burden to this company. You have always been hindering the development of LVMH. Old fools like you should have left long ago. I have always disliked you."
Bernard Arnault smiled proudly, but his words became more and more unpleasant.
“You know what I’m going to do next? My next step is to ask the board to fire you all, so instead of you nagging me here, why not go back and enjoy your last few days. Trust me, that This office will no longer belong to you. Even if you flatter me now, I will not change my mind. It is best for everyone if you all get out..." "No way! LVMH is my territory. "Alain Chevalier almost vomited blood.
"It used to be yours, but you gave me the shares and gave me the authorization to vote. You signed that agreement, didn't you? It can't be transferred, and it can't be transferred halfway. I am the sole decision-maker when it comes to quitting. So, don’t ask for trouble. Just listen to my arrangements and leave the company, although I can’t guarantee that you will be satisfied.”
“ You bastard! You're a thief, you son of a bitch! Give me back the equity."
Alain Chevalier was so angry that the old gentleman cursed him for the first time.
But it was useless no matter how loud he shouted, carnivores were never afraid of herbivores.
"Haha, you old fool, what are you talking about in your sleep? Things have come to this point, and you still think that I will spit out the meat that I bit into my mouth. This can't be done! You know Is everything doomed? I win! You all lose! From now on, everyone in France and even Europe will know that I am the most valuable company in France. From now on, LVMH will enter a new era. Its brands will be truly integrated and embraced. In the future, I will have not only Dior, but also Louis Vuitton. Create the most profitable business group in history..."
"You will not succeed, you will regret it, I will find someone to deal with you!"
No one would be willing to be humiliated, Alain Chevalier gritted his teeth and said harsh words.
However, in doing so, he was humiliating himself, because Bernard Arnault knew him well enough to see clearly his ruthless nature.
"Please do as you please. In fact, no one can stop me."
"Be careful, boy, you will lose miserably."
Alan· Chevalier found it difficult to even quarrel, and could no longer say any shocking words.
On the other hand, the other party is in high spirits.
"No, no, I won't lose. Those who bet on me will lose miserably. Do you want to mess with me? It's best to know how ruthless I am first. If you want to deal with me, I will bite you to death first. You guys Don’t you always want to be dignified? Then I would like to give you one last piece of advice: just be honest and stop causing trouble, and you can retire with dignity, otherwise I will make your end worse than Henry Lacamier!” br>
Looking at Bernard Arnault with his fangs fully exposed, eating people without spitting out bones.
Alain Chevalier not only felt strange, but also shuddered.
He knew that the other party was not joking. He knew that the other party would really do what he said.
So this time I don’t know whether it was out of fear or cowardice.
Even though the other person almost pointed at his nose to humiliate him, he didn't dare to say anything else.
With a cold face, full of anger and the humiliation he suffered today, he turned around and left lonely.
He never expected that when he came here today, he would have such a result.
Not only did he fail to give an explanation to Henri Lacamier, who angrily scolded him for breaking the contract, but he also lost everything.
If he simply said regret, it would not be able to accurately describe his feelings.
It should be said that I feel regretful, my heart is broken, and I have lost all interest in life.
But even though in his mind, he was still thinking that he had to inform Henri Lacamier of the news no matter what.
It is best for both parties to meet as soon as possible and think about countermeasures together.
However, fate messed with him in the most unexpected way.
When he was anxiously trying to get into the car, the moment he bent over, he suffered a stroke because of his excessive emotion.
At that time, he felt as if the sun had descended on his car. Above his head, there was a field of shining stars in front of his eyes, and then he knew nothing.
He was taken to the hospital without even going anywhere.
So it seems as if there is no natural reason. After this incident, Bernard Arnault has less resistance to controlling LVMH, and it is easier to sway the throne he wants.
LV was caught off guard. Henry Lacamier was filled with anger that had nowhere to vent, but he actually made no preparation at all.
When the board of directors was held the next day, this man originally wanted to question the chairman of the board of directors face to face whether he understood what the commitment between gentlemen meant.
He was still thinking about firing a cannon at MH's Alain Chevalier in public, which had disgraced him.
However, he heard several bad news and faced changes in the situation that he could not accept or cope with.
Alan, whom he considered his old enemy, was actually hospitalized and quit the board of directors.
Bernard Arnault took this opportunity to seize the position of chairman of the board of directors.
That's not all. Bernard even used the topic to play on the topic, believing that old people like Alan who are over 70 should withdraw from the board of directors and take good care of themselves. This is a good thing for both personal health and the development of the company.
At this moment, Henri Lacamière suddenly felt a lot of pressure. He knew how powerful his new opponent's methods were, and his old opponent was much more ruthless and efficient in his actions.
At this time, he was panicked, confused, and had no choice.
Of course, I can’t help but think of Pierre Cardon’s well-intentioned advice.
He regrets that he was too careless and insisted on leading to such a situation as much as Alan.
Is regret useful?
When Henri Lacamière was surprised to learn that Bernard had actually acquired 40% of the shares through acquisition.
And this guy also has the support of some shareholders, and can control and influence up to 53% of the voting rights. He lost all confidence and courage to fight back.
If he hadn't been pretty smart, he would have known how to throw away useless face at the critical moment, and secretly called Pierre Cardon again.
If he hadn’t had a good friend he could rely on, he would have unexpectedly learned a life-saving piece of good news from this phone call.
Pierre Cardon and Ning Weimin actually went their own way. Even without his participation, they recently spent a lot of money to acquire 3% of LVMH's shares at a high level.
This leaves him with some possibility of finding a way out of desperation and raising funds to buy stocks to have a veto power.
Otherwise, there would be no possibility for him to remain on the board of directors and be a disgusting traitor.
Needless to say, when things came to a head, it was a matter of life and death, and Henry Lacamier could no longer care about anything else.
No matter how high the price is, he will still buy one percent of the shares.
So that I can keep my LV and defend my position and power on the board of directors.