In the Han Tang Hospital conference room, Liu Hui occupied the head seat, while Mei Peng sat awkwardly beside him, his face flushed crimson. Wei Chao sat opposite them, flanked by several beautiful women he had brought along.
“Heh heh, Boss Wei, your reputation precedes you. Your presence here today truly illuminates the humble grounds of Han Tang Hospital!” Liu Hui chuckled.
“Heh heh, Boss Liu is too kind. I too have heard much about you. Your Han Tang Hospital has been gaining considerable momentum lately. My Dream Group is but a small operation compared to the immense potential of Han Tang Hospital,” Wei Chao replied with a grin, looking at Liu Hui.
“If Boss Wei’s Dream Group is a small company, then there are no large companies in the world. Industry insiders often refer to you as Boss Wei, the world’s richest man!” Liu Hui teased.
“That’s just out of respect from those in the circle. It’s not that exaggerated; the success of Dream Group relies mostly on sheer luck,” Wei Chao said modestly.
“May I ask what brings Boss Wei to Han Tang Hospital today? Any guidance to impart?” After the pleasantries, Liu Hui moved to the main topic.
“Guidance is too strong a word. I simply knew of such an influential figure as Boss Liu residing in Ba Shan City, so I came to pay a visit!”
“Boss Wei is too polite. I, too, was unaware of someone as formidable as Boss Wei in Ba Shan until now! I hadn't even found the time to visit, and yet you come here first. How can this brother possibly face himself!”
“Boss Liu, you and I are both from Ba Shan, both enterprises of Ba Shan. Perhaps we share distant relatives from hundreds of years ago. Therefore, I believe our two families should stand united, supporting and looking out for one another,” Wei Chao said with a smile directed at Liu Hui.
“Since we are all from Ba Shan, standing united and mutual support is only proper. Does Boss Wei have any specific suggestions?” Liu Hui knew the core of the matter was approaching.
“Heh heh, Boss Liu, I wish to invest in your Han Tang Hospital. Then, utilizing the resources of both our entities, we can make Han Tang Hospital bigger and stronger, truly promoting the prestige of our Huaxia,” Wei Chao finally disclosed the purpose of his visit.
“How does Boss Wei intend to invest?” Liu Hui’s expression was unreadable, betraying nothing of his inner thoughts.
“Our Dream Group will invest one hundred billion US dollars to acquire a 51% stake in Han Tang Hospital. Boss Liu must have heard my nickname; they call me the Financial Demon Child. I have certain means in the financial markets. If Boss Liu trusts me, Wei Chao, you can entrust your one hundred billion dollars to my management, and I guarantee an annual profit exceeding 50%.” Wei Chao slowly laid out his proposal.
“What?” Mei Peng, overhearing this beside him, was greatly shocked. He instinctively stood up, knocking over the teacup on the table. He quickly scrambled to wipe the spill, looking utterly flustered.
“Heh heh, that sounds quite appealing. For my hospital to earn one hundred billion US dollars—who knows how many years that would take. What’s truly rare is that Boss Wei is willing to bring me along to play in the world of finance. I trust that with Boss Wei’s genius in finance, immense profits will be brought to me in a short time,” Liu Hui smiled.
Wei Chao waved his hand, and the Beauty L standing behind him immediately placed a document in his grasp. Wei Chao lightly tapped the document a few times before sliding it across the table towards Liu Hui.
“This is?” Liu Hui asked with suspicion.
“Boss Liu, this is the detailed cooperation plan between our Dream Group and Han Tang Hospital. I hope you will take a look,” Wei Chao said, crossing his legs, as the nearby loli girl immediately leaned over to give him a shoulder massage.
Liu Hui didn't pick up the document, merely glancing at the title, which read: Han Tang Hospital Equity Transfer Agreement.
“Boss Wei is joking, right?” Liu Hui placed his hand flat on the agreement.
“I am quite sincere, Boss Liu. Since you’ve seen the title, why not continue reading?” Wei Chao watched Liu Hui with a smile.
“I don't need to read the contents. I was just considering: if it were according to Boss Wei’s plan, Han Tang Hospital would become Dream Group’s hospital, and that one hundred billion dollars would still be under your control. With just a slight movement of your lips, my hospital would change its surname. Isn’t that perhaps thinking a bit too beautifully?” Liu Hui’s smile slowly faded.
“Boss Liu, if Han Tang Hospital transfers a 51% stake to Dream Group, the hospital operations will remain in your hands; we will not interfere, only dispatching one financial officer. Furthermore, if Boss Liu is uncomfortable entrusting the one hundred billion dollars to us, we can issue the cash immediately,” the pale-faced older sister figure standing behind interjected.
“The price is fair, but we will not sell even 1% of Han Tang Hospital’s shares. This is a matter of principle, not up for discussion.” When Liu Hui first heard about one hundred billion dollars and retaining operational control, he was certainly tempted. However, Han Tang Hospital harbored too many secrets, and exposing himself for short-term gain was not worthwhile, thus leading to his resolute refusal.
“Oh, does Boss Liu feel our offer is too low? Just name your price; we have great sincerity,” Wei Chao said with a smile, enjoying the massage from the young girl.
“It’s not about the price. In reality, I dislike having my destiny controlled by others, and I am not in a hurry to expand the hospital. If someone wanted to take over your Dream Group, Boss Wei probably wouldn't be pleased either!” Liu Hui stated calmly.
“Heh heh, since Boss Liu has no interest, then consider my words unspoken. Business aside, friendship remains!” Wei Chao did not get angry, maintaining his amiable demeanor.
“Then I thank Boss Wei for his understanding!”
“Boss Liu, may I ask you one question?”
“If I know the answer, I will tell you everything without reservation.” Liu Hui was curious about what Wei Chao intended to ask.
“Where were you during the Fiji Tsunami?” Wei Chao suddenly inquired.
“The Fiji Tsunami? Has there been a tsunami in Fiji? When did that happen?” Liu Hui looked at Wei Chao with confusion.
“Perhaps I used the wrong term; it should be the earthquake-induced tsunami. You wouldn’t know, I happened to be present during that earthquake, so I was quite startled, leading to some exaggerated language,” Wei Chao laughed.
“Then you must have heard of the Los Angeles Earthquake?” Wei Chao asked again.
“The Los Angeles Earthquake? Has there been a major earthquake in Los Angeles? Are you referring to that movie? I think I’ve heard of it,” Liu Hui was unsure why Wei Chao was asking these things.
“Heh heh, nothing, just joking around to lighten the mood. Please don’t take offense, Boss Liu. Actually, the situation is this: besides the matter we just discussed, we have a second reason for our visit today.” Wei Chao signaled the very cute loli to stop the massage.
“Oh, please speak. If I can agree, I certainly will.”
“Our second purpose is to seek treatment from you, Boss Liu,” Wei Chao said with a look of helplessness.
“You need treatment? This is a specialty hospital, dedicated solely to treating AIDS. Did you come to the wrong place?” Mei Peng, who had been holding back for a long time, finally jumped into the conversation.
“We haven’t made a mistake; we are here for AIDS treatment,” the woman with beautiful legs and stockings beside Wei Chao said softly.
“If Boss Wei is here for treatment, he is our customer, and we naturally welcome him!” Liu Hui smiled.
“Please don’t laugh, Boss Liu, but I don't have many vices normally, just a bit too much lust. As a result, I accidentally contracted AIDS and transmitted it to several of my girlfriends. I was in despair, which is why I became so focused on wealth. Unexpectedly, Han Tang Hospital has developed drugs capable of treating AIDS; this has given us hope for survival. Because we developed an affinity for Han Tang Hospital, we wanted to buy your hospital at a high price,” Wei Chao admitted the whole story without shame about his promiscuity.
“I see. Since Boss Wei has come to our hospital, please rest assured. We guarantee a complete cure within two days.”
“This... Brother Liu, please be discreet about my treatment here; it's best if the outside world doesn’t find out. My objective today was to discuss cooperation with Han Tang Hospital,” Wei Chao said, feeling slightly embarrassed, as contracting AIDS was never something to boast about.
“Boss Wei, rest assured. Apart from the people in this room, no one will know the real reason for your visit to the hospital.”
“In that case, I thank you very much.” Wei Chao clasped his hands in a gesture of gratitude.
Liu Hui asked Mei Peng to take them to be settled. A while later, Mei Peng returned and immediately began complaining to Liu Hui.
“Boss, did you ever see someone put on such an act? Bringing a group of stunning beauties, yet dressing like a mere employee himself, then opening with a hundred-billion-dollar acquisition offer. Does he just enjoy seeing other people look shocked?”
“Second Brother, don’t be angry. Everyone has their way of living. Perhaps Boss Wei feels that’s how he validates his life’s worth! Still, I didn't expect him to be interested in our hospital,” Liu Hui admitted some surprise when talking about Wei Chao's goal.
“He’s dreaming! Our hospital will never be sold to him. Our hospital can flourish forever; it’s a golden goose laying eggs. Treating just ten thousand patients can earn us one hundred billion dollars. How could we possibly sell it to him? But Boss, if one hundred billion dollars were really in front of me, how long would it take me to count it all? Too much money is truly a nuisance,” Mei Peng began to drift into fantasy as he spoke.
“Second Brother, when we earn a lot, a lot of money in the future, I’ll let you count it at home every day, alright?” Liu Hui teased Mei Peng.
“Boss, don’t tease me. I was utterly humiliated today! I ran into that jerk Wei Chao at the entrance, and he tried to show off, causing me great embarrassment,” Mei Peng was still stewing over his encounter at the hospital gate.
“But thank goodness, heaven has eyes. So what if you have money? So what if you have many beauties? He still has to come begging us because of AIDS. Heh heh, Boss, you didn’t expect this, did you? They are all Saudi nationals! Does he plan to marry all his girlfriends? Luckily, our hospital has a policy; this time, we are charging based on the US dollar standard for everyone. That means we’ll rake in tens of millions of extra Renminbi!” For some inexplicable reason, Mei Peng just couldn't stand Wei Chao.
“And I told you I have a knack for judging women! I could tell that older sister figure was troubled, and that L too, and it turns out they all have AIDS,” Mei Peng started bragging about his discernment.
“Heh heh, those beauties around Wei Chao are quite something, very captivating. Second Brother, you think we should also keep some beautiful women around us in the future? Wouldn't that give us a lot of status?” Liu Hui laughed.
“Boss, please don’t! Liang Jingyue is so beautiful, far prettier than the women around Wei Chao. Please don’t have any wild thoughts,” Mei Peng immediately objected.
“Heh heh, just kidding. With Jingyue, I can’t even see other beauties. But you, have you ever considered these things?” Liu Hui roared with laughter.
“I am genuinely devoted to Liu Lin; I must remain pure,” Mei Peng declared instantly, but then immediately betrayed his weakness: “At most, my eyes might wander!”
Another chapter around eight or nine in the evening, stay tuned.