I'm back in 1990

Chapter 617: There Can Be No Mercy in Business Warfare

The vice president in charge of finance at Liu's Properties rushed to see him: "Boss, Liu's Properties' stock price has fallen by more than 2 billion Hong Kong dollars, and our cash flow is now at risk of breaking down."

"Get the car ready, get the car ready right away!" Sensing something was wrong, Liu Zhaoheng loudly ordered his secretary to arrange a car for him.

He then hurriedly went to visit a senior figure in the Hong Kong business community.

Upon seeing the powerful figure, Liu Zhaoheng burst into tears, pleading, "Mr. Huo, please, you must save me!"

Two days later, through the mediation of the tycoon surnamed Huo, Liu Zhaoheng met Huang Xiaochuan, the richest man in Asia who had nearly brought him to his knees, at Mr. Huo's private club.

This was the first time the two had met. Liu Zhaoheng knew that when you're under someone's roof, you have to bow your head. At this moment, the arrogance he had shown when talking about Huang Xiaochuan behind his back was gone, replaced by a fawning smile.

He proactively extended his hand to Huang Xiaochuan: "Mr. Huang."

Huang Xiaochuan glanced at him calmly, pretending not to see Liu Zhaoheng's outstretched hand, and said casually, "Sit! I wonder what brings Chairman Liu here to discuss this matter?"

A fleeting look of embarrassment crossed Liu Zhaoheng's face. Forced by circumstances, he forced a smile and adopted a humble posture: "Mr. Huang, I know about my grand-nephew's insults towards your daughter. It was my fault for failing to discipline him properly, which led to his reckless speech and offense against your daughter. I have severely punished him and his father, and have ordered them to apologize to your daughter in person. Furthermore, I will publish their apology in major Hong Kong newspapers. I implore you, Mr. Huang, to be magnanimous and let the Liu family off the hook. From now on, the Liu family will certainly follow the righteous path."

Huang Xiaochuan smiled calmly and said, "Children fighting is not a big deal in itself, but my daughter was wrong to do it. However, the term 'Northern Girl' and the way Principal Chen handled the situation have given me some food for thought."

At this point, Huang Xiaochuan paused intentionally, then continued, "As for your suggestion to let it go? That's a tricky matter. The market has its own rules, banks have their own ideas, and suppliers have their own difficulties. I can't just interfere with other people's decisions, can I?"

Given that things have come to this point, it is necessary to destroy the foundation of Liu's Real Estate's survival. Because the business world is like a battlefield, there is no room for sentimentality. If Liu's were to turn the tables one day, it would be Huang Xiaochuan's biggest threat. Therefore, at this stage, it is necessary to dismantle Liu's.

Liu Zhaoheng's heart sank to the bottom. It seemed that this guy wouldn't stop until he was dead! But at this moment, he really couldn't get an erection. He could only look to Mr. Huo, whom he had invited to act as a middleman, for help, hoping that he could say a few words on his behalf.

After all, they had known each other for decades, and Mr. Huo couldn't bear to see Liu Zhaoheng end up bankrupt.

He coughed lightly and said, "Mr. Huang, I'll put on a show of respect. Since Zhao Heng has already realized his mistake and is willing to show enough sincerity, could you please be lenient and give him a way out? Of course, that kindergarten director must be dismissed."

Then he looked at Liu Zhaoheng: "Brother Zhaoheng, do you have any other intentions to show Huang Sheng?"

Knowing that Mr. Fok was helping him, Lau Siu-hang quickly said, "Yes, yes! In addition to publishing a public apology in the newspaper, I will also send Wai-jai and his father abroad, never to return to Hong Kong in this lifetime, as punishment."

After speaking, he stared intently at Huang Xiaochuan, hoping to get a reassuring answer from him.

Huang Xiaochuan considered it for a moment. He had to give Mr. Huo face as the middleman, but he couldn't let him off so easily. Having Luo Jihui as a figurehead was enough. If he always drove people to their deaths, he probably wouldn't have any friends in the future.

If they really forced the Liu family to their deaths, it might cause a backlash from the business community, which would be unnecessary. With this in mind, Huang Xiaochuan felt more confident.

At this point, Mr. Huo spoke up again: "Mr. Huang, what do you think? The child is ignorant, and the adults have failed to discipline him properly. He should indeed be punished. Brother Zhaoheng is also a man who cares about his reputation. He has already lost face by publishing an apology, exiling his nephews and nieces, and agreeing to dismiss that kindergarten director. The Liu family's nearly 100-year-old foundation cannot be ruined because of a quarrel between children, can it?"

Huang Xiaochuan understood the meaning behind Mr. Huo's words, which was similar to what he had expected before coming. He said, "Mr. Huo is right. It is indeed a pity that a century-old foundation has been destroyed. However, I want to clarify that what destroyed the Liu family's foundation was not a quarrel between children, but the unfounded sense of superiority in the hearts of some people, as well as the servility left over from the British colonial period."

The term "Northern Girl" is not only an insult to my daughter, but also to countless people who have come from the mainland to Hong Kong to work hard and contribute to Hong Kong's prosperity.

Since Mr. Huo has stepped in to mediate today, and Chairman Liu has also shown sincerity, I can temporarily back down.

Since Mr. Huo has stepped in to mediate today, and Chairman Liu has also shown sincerity, I can temporarily back down.

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhaoheng felt as if he had seen a glimmer of hope and grasped at a lifeline.

Unfortunately, he was too happy too soon.

Huang Xiaochuan changed the subject: "However! I have two more conditions. Note that I am making demands, not negotiating with you. In addition to the conditions mentioned by Chairman Liu, Liu's Real Estate must pay a price for this matter. First, Liu's must donate all of its shares in the parent company of Baoshan Kindergarten to the charitable foundation controlled by me."

Secondly, Liu's Real Estate must completely withdraw from the Dongzhu Island project. All prior investments, including fees already paid, will be taken over by the real estate company under the Dadao Group. Dadao Group will pay these expenses according to the bill details, which can be considered as compensation for your prior investments. Anyway, you can't continue this project, so withdrawing is the best way for you to cut your losses. Otherwise, Chairman Liu probably knows better than I what the consequences will be!

Huang Xiaochuan's move was too ruthless, causing Liu Zhaoheng's heart to bleed. The Dongzhu Island project was the core asset of Liu's Real Estate for the next ten years, and countless efforts and funds had been spent on it.

Huang Xiaochuan took it away with just a few casual words. Although, according to Huang Xiaochuan, he would return all the funds that Liu had invested in the early stage, the time cost and future profits had all vanished. This was only slightly better than bankruptcy.

At this point, Mr. Huo wanted to say a few good words for Liu Zhaoheng, but Huang Xiaochuan didn't give him the chance.

He turned to Mr. Huo and said, "Mr. Huo, you are a veteran in the business world, so you naturally understand the principle that business is like war and there are no fathers or sons in the marketplace. If Chairman Liu and I were to switch roles today, do you think Chairman Liu would let me off easily?"

Hearing this, Mr. Huo could only helplessly say to Liu Zhaoheng, "Brother Zhaoheng, I've done my best!"

Business warfare is actually very cruel, not much different from the life-or-death war between countries. The ruthlessness towards one's opponent is also vividly reflected in business warfare.

In the end, Liu Zhaoheng agreed to Huang Xiaochuan's conditions. At least this way, Liu's Real Estate could survive. With the remaining real estate properties, it would be no problem to ensure that the Liu family would enjoy wealth and prosperity for generations. However, the Liu family's name would no longer be on the list of Hong Kong's top wealthy families.

Having achieved his goal, Huang Xiaochuan stood up and said to Mr. Huo, "Mr. Huo, thank you for your hospitality. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now. I'll treat you to tea another day!"

After saying that, Huang Xiaochuan left the club, leaving the rest to his own devices.