Chapter Sixty-Five: Another Set Down

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  A gloomy and depressing atmosphere filled the office of Wan Hong Corporation. Everyone had already guessed the outcome of this bidding process, especially after the secretary came back to quietly inform everyone that Nelson had presided over the explanatory meeting.

  Everyone has already made up their minds about this matter. This thing is probably over for Baymax Co., Ltd. In their hearts, they are the ones who want to sell Nelson.

  They definitely can't work with us again. To think that the CEO himself came out, but didn't even manage to secure a single contract. It has to be said, this is a huge failure for Wan Hong.

  Yamasaki returned to the company and locked himself in his office without saying a word. Otsu also silently returned to his own office, waiting for the president's summons.

  No one is in the mood to do the report, everyone thinks that even if they did it themselves, Nelson would find various reasons to reject it. In that case, why bother?!

  "Ringing...ringing...ringing..." Suddenly, Otsu Yū was startled awake by the ringing of the phone on his desk as he stared blankly at the ceiling. It took him a while to come back to himself before picking up the phone with a listless tone.

  "I am Otsu Osamu, who are you?!"

  "Hahaha...... Mr. Otsu forgot about old friends so quickly?! I'm Ye Jianwen......" Upon hearing this, a wave of disgust rose up in the heart of "dandy" Otsu Yuzuru.

  This greedy bastard, who took so many benefits for himself, dropped the chain at the most critical moment! If he could have told himself earlier that Nelson had already gained support from high-level Chinese officials.

  So I absolutely won't propose these plans to the headquarters, now it seems that I was so shallow and ridiculous. Without understanding anything, I just thought about knocking down Nelson and having direct negotiations with China.

  As a result, others simply raised their hands and shattered the last vestiges of one's fantasy into nothingness...

  "It's Mr. Ye, what can I do for you?" Otsu Yosuke tried to calm his tone and said to Ye Jianwen: "As you know, we just attended the bidding explanation meeting at Wan Hong Corporation. Now we need to prepare the tender documents..."

  "Hey! In front of us, the people with clear eyes, what are you still talking about in a roundabout way?" But then he heard Ye Jianwen's laughter on the other end of the phone, saying: "Your bid is prepared in vain, forget it!"

  In an instant, the anger that Otsu Yunosuke had been trying to suppress almost burst out! But Hakobu's next words were like a bucket of ice water that instantly extinguished his flames.

  "You don't need to prepare the tender documents, but I can take you to meet someone. Once you've met this person... you'll know how to win the bid!"

  Ye Jianwen's words made Otsu Yū, who was originally furious, suddenly stunned.

  "Mr. Ye...... You...... Are you telling the truth?!" Otsu Yurika trembled for a while before asking Ye Jianwen on the other end of the phone.

  "Hey! Why would I cheat you?! I've taken quite a few gifts from you, if I don't give you something practical in return, wouldn't that be embarrassing for me?!" Ye Jianwen said with a chuckle on the other end of the phone.

  "But let's get down to business, there are a few things that need to be said. First, you're not allowed to ask about someone's background. Second, they'll set the conditions, and there's no room for negotiation. If you don't like it, then leave. No haggling."

  "Thirdly, the only people who can come are you and your boss. No one else is allowed to bring anyone. I'll meet you at the front gate, where the driver will drop you off, and then I'll take care of you!"

  Listening to Ye Jianwen's words, Otsu Yurugu couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart. It seems that this time he will meet someone who is an even bigger shot. But thinking about it, if it weren't for someone like that, how could they have moved such a project.

  "Mr. Ye! You know, this matter is of great importance. I alone cannot make a decision on this matter, and I need to consult with our president. Please wait for a moment..."

  "This is no problem! However, Otsu! We are all friends, so I'll just say a word to you." The tone of Ye Jianwen on the other end of the phone became somewhat solemn.

  "I've helped you out so much, shouldn't you show some gratitude?!" Otsu Yunosuke was taken aback by the words, and immediately hastened to say: "Yes! We owe it to Mr. Ye's help in this matter, we will prepare a small gift for you, please accept it..."

  "Not... I don't want your trivial gift this time! I have some special requests..." He cleared his throat, and then heard Ye Jianwen say: "Uh... I want a few spots to study at Waseda University..."

  Otsu Yuiichi was taken aback. You say that Ye Jianwen is a spoiled brat, and yet he comes here asking for a quota? Isn't this ridiculous?!

  "Hey! Actually, it's not me who wants to, but several poor relatives at home. Now the arrangement is not good, but as long as I can go abroad and make some money, it will be arranged well." But then Ye Jianwen sighed on the phone: "But except for knowing you, where else do I have a connection?! So I can only find you."

  "I don't want you to prepare now, after this is done, just help me get five places and that's it." After a pause, Ye Jianwen said: "They are all children from poor relatives' families, also help them prepare for some scholarships. Can't let them all go hungry."

  "This thing is not difficult! As long as it's done, Yesan will be at ease! I'll help you with the five quotas." Otsu Yuichi let out a sigh of relief upon hearing this, and thought to himself that it was just about dealing with poor relatives.

  The two casually chatted for a few sentences before Otsu Yoshi hung up the phone and almost ran to Yamazaki's office door. Without even knocking, he twisted open the door and walked in.

  "Director! Just now, Ye Jianwen called me and said he can find someone to assist us in completing this bid!"

  At this time, Ye Jianwen, who had hung up the phone, was leaning against the wall corner with a cigarette in his mouth like an old man. And standing next to him was Liang Sanping with a smiling face.

  "I'm telling you, it's a triple win! This is the first time I've seen someone sell out their opponent like that, and they even have to count the money for them!" Ye Jianwen laughed and said: "To be honest, you little guy is really good at doing business! The tactics of a capitalist, so ruthless!"

  "Nonsense! If they didn't want to frame me, would I frame them for no reason?!" Liang Sanping rolled his eyes and said, "The chairman has said it before, there's no such thing as unprovoked love or hate."

  "And besides, I'm doing this to secure a spot for our university in South China to study abroad, get it?! Not only did I waive the tuition fees, but also saved a lot on living expenses every year."

  Ye Jianwen heard this and became solemn: "To be honest, Sanping, your method is quite good! Our country has limited foreign exchange and funds, so the number of government-sponsored students studying abroad each year is not many..."

  "If we can adopt this bidding method, it is necessary to limit the number of scholarships for studying abroad. I believe that with the funds from the winning bidder, we can cultivate a large number of talents..."

  Liang Sanping was taken aback by his words, he had not thought that his temporary idea would trigger so many associations in Ye Jianwen.

  "Sanping, think about it! This is our first bidding, and as we develop, there will undoubtedly be more opportunities for bidding in the future. That means we can get more overseas study quotas."

  "Think about it, we've saved a lot of foreign exchange funds!" Ye Jianwen said, lowering his head and saying, "No, after we get back, you have to help me think this over..."

  "I say Old Ye, you're drafting strong men too quickly, aren't you?!" Liang Sanping couldn't help but laugh and cry, saying to Ye Jianwen: "I can help you think this thing through, but we have to finish the tasks at hand first!"

  "Ring, ring, ring......" At this time, the phone on the office desk rang. The two people standing and smoking laughed, and Ye Jianwen walked over to pick up the phone.

  "Who is it? I am Ye Jianwen!"

  "Yeshan! I am Otsu Jun, our president has already indicated that we can meet to discuss. Your conditions and the other three conditions, we all agree." But then heard on the phone Otsu Jun say to Ye Jianwen: "Then, shall we set off now to go to Qianmen Louzi?!"

  "Since I promised, let's go!" Ye Jianwen said with a smile: "My Jeep, you know. I'll pick you up at the front gate."

  Hanging up the phone, Liang Sanping and Ye Jianwen exchanged a smile. Then they left the office.

  This is Ye Jianwen's office, in a small alley near the front door building. The alley is very inconspicuous, just like the old hutongs that are common in Beijing.

  But if someone with a keen eye comes forward, they will find that this place is not as simple as it seems. Those unmarked doorways look like separate government offices.

  Those who look like they are wandering around here, glance over like a pack of vicious wolves.

  Before long, Liang Sanping and Ye Jianwen's car drove out of the alley. After turning a few alleys, Ye Jianwen abandoned Liang Sanping in an inconspicuous small restaurant.

  Then he drove his car and went to pick someone up.

  "Alright! Akimoto, let's park here! You go back first." At this time, Yamazaki and Otsu Yū's cars also arrived at the location. Yamazaki directly told his driver.

  "President, aren't I following you...?" Akimoto asked with some confusion. Yamazaki shook his head and said: "I have something to do with Otsu Yū, you go back to the headquarters first. If needed, I'll call you."

  "Ah, be careful, President...!" Akimoto fell silent for a moment, bowing his head to Yamazaki. And Yamazaki nodded, then got out of the car through the door opened by Otsu.

  They all got off the bus, and Akimoto slowly drove away from the front gate. It wasn't until Akimoto's car was out of sight that Ye Jianwen chuckled and drove his Jeep to the two people.

  "Otsu, is this President Yamazaki?! Come on, let's get in the car... it may not be a great car but at least it runs." But Ye Jianwen smiled and said: "Let's hurry up, my old friend can't wait..."